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1. Switch the oven off before cleaning and unplug at socket if possible.
2. Keep the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal areas clean.
When food splatters or
spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, door seals and door seal areas wipe off with a damp
cloth. Mild detergent may be used if they get very dirty. The use of harsh detergent or
abrasives is not recommended.
3. Your oven cavity
is constructed of zinc coated steel, painted with an extremely durable
coating. After use, the oven interior should be wiped out to remove any remaining water in
order to reduce the risk of corrosion to the cavity and door.
The cavity and door can be damaged by abrasive cleaners and sharp objects so care must be
taken to avoid damage caused in this way. If the cavity or door become damaged the lining
may begin to corrode. Providing the above precautions are taken regarding the cleaning and
care of your oven the life of the cavity and door may be extended.
4. The outside oven surface
should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the
operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation
openings.
5. If the Control Panel
becomes dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents
or abrasives on Control Panel. When cleaning the Control Panel, leave the oven door open to
prevent the oven from accidentally turning on. After cleaning touch STOP/CANCEL Pad to
clear display window.
6. Keep air vents
clear at all times. Check that no dust or other material is blocking any of the
air vents on the top, bottom or rear of the oven. If air vents become blocked this could cause
overheating which would affect the operation of the oven and possibly result in a hazardous
situation.
7. If steam accumulates
inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth.
This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in
no way indicates a malfunction of the unit or microwave leakage.
8. It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass turntable
for cleaning. Wash the glass
turntable in warm soapy water.
9. The roller ring and oven cavity floor
should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise.
Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent and hot water then dry with a
clean cloth. The roller ring may be washed in mild soapy water. Cooking vapours collect
during repeated use but in no way affect the bottom surface or the roller ring.
After removing the roller ring from cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to replace it in the proper
position.
10. A steam cleaner
is not to be used for cleaning.
11. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners
or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass
since they may scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
12. Users are advised to avoid any downward pressure
on the microwave door when in the
open position. There is a safety risk that the oven will tilt forward.
Care & Cleaning of your Microwave Oven - IMPORTANT
It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean, and
wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean
condition could lead to deterioration of a surface that could adversely
affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous
situation.
