Microwave Drawer Care; General Cleaning - KitchenAid KMBD104GSS Use And Care Manual

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the microwave drawer is cool. Always follow label instructions on
cleaning products.
Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless
otherwise noted.
Microwave Drawer Cavity
To avoid damage to the microwave drawer cavity, do not use
soap-filled 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 drawer and frame touch when
closed should be kept clean.
Average soil
Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
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Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
Heavy soil
Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
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Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave
drawer. Steam will soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry
with soft, lint-free cloth.
Odors
Lemon juice or vinegar:
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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 drawer.
Microwave Inlet Cover
To avoid arcing and microwave drawer damage, the microwave
inlet cover (see "Parts and Features") should be kept clean.
Wipe with wet cloth.
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MICROWAVE DRAWER CARE

General Cleaning

Microwave Drawer Exterior
The area where the microwave drawer and frame touch when
closed should be kept clean.
Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
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Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic
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scrubbing pad:
Apply glass cleaner to towel, not directly to surface.
Stainless Steel (on some models)
To avoid damage to microwave drawer 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):
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See "Assistance or Service" section to order.
Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:
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Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
Vinegar for hard water spots.
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Control Panel
Sponge or soft cloth and water:
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Dampen sponge with water and wipe panel. Dry with soft
cloth.
To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use chemical or
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abrasive cleansers.
Microwave Drawer Guides
To keep drawer opening and closing smoothly, remove crumbs
from guides, and clean often.
Dry, soft cloth
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