Whirlpool GMC275 Oven User Manual


 
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MICROWAVE OVEN CARE
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless
otherwise noted.
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.
STAINLESS STEEL
Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop
Cleaner, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper
towels. Damage may occur.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
Cleaning Method:
Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish 31462 (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
CONTROL PANEL
Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths
or some paper towels. Damage may occur.
Cleaning Method:
Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner
to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not
included):
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY
Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop
Cleaner, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some recycled
paper towels. Damage may occur.
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.
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