Cuisinart AMW-90 User Manual - Page 19

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Unplug the cord and allow the oven to cool before cleaning any part of this oven. Clean your oven regularly to avoid grease buildup. To Clean the Inside of the Unit • A n occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keeps the inside fresh. • R emove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then wipe with a damp cloth. Never use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on any part of the microwave. • Clean surfaces where the door meets the oven when closed with mild, nonabrasive soap or detergent on a soft cloth. Wipe with damp a cloth. • To remove greasy stains, put 1 cup water mixed with 2 tablespoons lemon juice or baking soda in a cup and bring this mixture to a boil in the microwave. Allow it to stand in microwave for 5 minutes to steam. Then wipe walls of microwave with clean paper towels, a damp, clean towel, or a dampened microfiber cloth to remove softened cooking residue. To Clean the Outside of the Unit • It is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave. • Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap and water, abrasives, or sharp objects, as they can damage the unit. NOTE: Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel. Use caution. To Remove Unwanted Odors • Select Power Level 0 (0P) and the oven will operate with the fan, but no power. To Clean the Accessories • After cooling, accessories should be hand-washed in hot, sudsy water, with a nylon scouring pad or nylon brush, and thoroughly rinsed. These items are not dishwasher safe. • For tough-to-remove food reside and/or baked-on grease, soak the accessories in hot, sudsy water, or use a nonabrasive cleaner. • Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative. 19