Use & Care Guide
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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 rst, 
unless otherwise noted.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
NOTE: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not 
use soap-lled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop 
Polishing Creme, 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): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
■    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 Cleaner Part Number 
W10355010 (not included): See “Assistance or Service” 
section to order.
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 tbs (15 mL) of either 
lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in oven.
MICROWAVE OVEN CEILING
The broil element does not need cleaning since the intense heat 
will burn off any food spatters. However, the ceiling above the 
broil element may need regular cleaning.
Cleaning Method:
■  Warm water, mild detergent, and a sponge.
To clean:
1.   Push the fastening thread gently towards the back of the 
ceiling and then lower it to release the broil element.
2.   Lower the front of the broil element to access the ceiling 
for cleaning.
3.   Raise broil element back up and return the fastening thread 
back to its original location.
Always return the broil element to the cooking position after 
cleaning.
TURNTABLE
Replace turntable immediately after cleaning. Do not operate 
the microwave oven without the turntable in place.
Cleaning Method:
■  Mild cleanser and scouring pad
■  Dishwasher
RACK
■   Steel-wool pad
■   Dishwasher
CRISPER PAN
To avoid damage to browning pan, do not immerse or rinse with 
water while the crisper pan is hot. Do not use steel-wool pads.
Cleaning Method:
■   Warm water, mild detergent, and a sponge. Heavily soiled 
areas can be cleaned with a scouring pad and mild 
cleanser.
■   Dishwasher
BAKING TRAY
■  Dishwasher 
STEAMER
■  Dishwasher 
TURNTABLE SUPPORT AND ROLLERS, HUB, CRISPER 
PAN HANDLE
■   Dishwasher
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