Maytag MMMF8030PZ Owners Manual - Page 5

MICROWAVE OVEN MAINTENANCE AND CARE General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is 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 Cleaners Part Number W10355016 (not included) or affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaning Wipes Part Number W1055049 (not included): See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information. � Vinegar for hard water spots. MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR Cleaning Method: � Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel. � Affresh® Kitchen Appliance Cleaners Part Number W10355010 (not included): See "Online Ordering Information" section from Quick Start Guide to order. NONSTICK CAVITY COATING (on some models) To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use metal or sharp utensils or scrapers or any type of abrasive cleanser or scrubbers. MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY To avoid damage to the 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 microwave 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 microwave 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 tbs (15 mL) of either lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave oven. GREASE FILTERS � Mild cleanser and scouring pad � Dishwasher WIRE RACK � Steel-wool pad � Dishwasher TOAST PAN (on some models) � Mild cleanser and scouring pad � Dishwasher AIR FRY BASKET (on some models) � Steel-wool pad � Dishwasher IR SENSOR LENS (on some models) � Lens cleaner and lint-free Swab Clean IR sensor lens when the display shows the cleaning reminder, wait until the product becomes idle and cools down. Or clean when necessary. See "Clean the IR Sensor Lens" section for more details. EMBEDDED HEATING PLATE (on some models) � Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge There is an embedded heating plate under the oven bottom on some A models. After some cooking, the oven bottom glass becomes very hot A. Embedded (see "Online control guide" for more Heating Plate details). Clean the glass after the "Oven too hot" disappeared on the display. PROBE (on some models) � Soap and warm water The probe is a hand wash only item. Hold onto the rubber end, gently wash with soap and warm water. Rinse and dry well before storing. Place in a provided storage box for easy access. Keep the storage box clean of food and residue. See Quick Start Guide for more information. ✝affresh® is a registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A. 5