Whirlpool WOEC5030LW Owners Manual - Page 5
MICROWAVE OVEN MAINTENANCE AND CARE, General Cleaning
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MICROWAVE OVEN MAINTENANCE AND CARE General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first, unless otherwise noted. STAINLESS STEEL AND BLACK STAINLESS STEEL (on some models) NOTE: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels. Damage may occur to stainless steel surfaces, even with one-time or limited use. Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging. Cleaning Method: � Affresh®† Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016 (not included) or affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaning Wipes Part Number W10355049 (not included): See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information. � Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. � Vinegar for hard water spots. EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES (on some models) Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon as the entire oven is cool. These spills may affect the finish. Cleaning Method: � Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing pad: Gently clean around the model/serial/rating plate because scrubbing may remove numbers. � Affresh® Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number W10355010 (not included): See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information. MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR The area where the oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean. Cleaning Method: � Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Rinse with clean water. and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. � Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad: Apply glass cleaner to towel, not directly to surface. CONTROL PANEL AND OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels. The area where the oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean. Cleaning Method: � Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel/Surface. � Affresh® Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number W10355010 (not included): See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information. OVEN DOOR INTERIOR Cleaning Method: � Self-Cleaning cycle: For optimal door cleaning result, wipe away any deposits with a damp sponge before running cycle. OVEN CAVITY Do not use oven cleaners. Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching, pitting or faint white spots can result. Cleaning Method: � Self-Cleaning cycle: See "Self-Cleaning Cycle" first. Remove racks or they will discolor and become harder to slide. If this happens, a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide. MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY To avoid damage to microwave oven cavity, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or some paper towels. On stainless steel models, rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging. The area where the oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean. Cleaning Method: Average Soil � Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. Heavy Soil � Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in oven. Steam will soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. Odors � Lemon juice or vinegar: � Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water with 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of either lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in oven. OVEN RACKS � Steel-wool pad � Dishwasher � For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide. †affresh® is a registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A. 5