Whirlpool UMC5165AS Use & Care Guide - Page 13

MICROWAVE OVEN 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 unless otherwise noted. MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use soapfilled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels. To avoid damage to stainless steel models, rub in direction of grain. The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean. Average soil ■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. Heavy soil ■ Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad: Apply glass cleaner to towel, not directly to surface. Stainless Steel (on some models) To avoid damage to microwave oven door and exterior, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Rub in direction of grain. ■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. ■ Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. ■ Vinegar for hard water spots ■ 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 CONTROL PANEL ■ Sponge or soft cloth and water: Dampen sponge with water and wipe panel. Dry with soft cloth. ■ 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. Microwave Inlet Cover ■ To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use chemical or abrasive cleansers. TURNTABLE To avoid arcing and microwave oven damage, the microwave inlet cover (see "Parts and Features") should be kept clean. Replace turntable immediately after cleaning. Do not operate the microwave oven without the turntable in place. ■ Wipe with wet cloth. MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR ■ Mild cleanser and scouring pad ■ Dishwasher The area where the microwave oven door and frame touch when closed should be kept clean. ■ Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate ■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Microwave oven will not operate ■ Is the magnetron working properly? Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100% cooking power. If water does not heat, try the steps in the bullets below. If microwave oven still does not operate, call for service. See "Assistance or Service" section. ■ Is the door completely closed? Firmly close door. ■ Is a packaging spacer (on some models) attached to the inside of the door? Remove packaging spacer, then firmly close door. ■ Is the electronic microwave oven control set correctly? See "Microwave Oven Control" section. ■ Is the Control Lock set? See "Control Lock" section. ■ Does "door" appear in the display? Open and close the microwave oven door, and then touch START. See "Start" section. 13