Maytag Performa PER5510BAW User Manual page 16

Care & Cleanin . cont.
Cleaning Chart Continued
Drip Bowls,
chrome
Enamel, painted
Side panels
Storage drawer
Oven door
Door handles
(select models)
Glass
Oven window
(select models)
Metal Finishes
Trim parts
• When cool, wash after each use, rinse and dry to prevent staining or discoloration.
• To clean heavy soil, soak in hot sudsy water, then use mild abrasive cleaner such as Soft Scrub* and a plastic
scouring pad. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.
When cool, wash with warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Never wipe a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth
as this may damage the surface and may cause a steam bum.
For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such as baking soda paste or Bon Ami*. Do not use abrasive,
caustic or harsh cleaning agents such as steel wool pads or oven cleaners. These products will scratch or
permanently damage the surface.
NOTE: Use dry towel or cloth to wipe up spills, especially acidic or sugary spills. Surface may discolor or dull if
soil is not immediately removed. This is especially important for white surfaces.
• Avoid using excessive amounts of water which may seep under or behind glass causing staining.
• Wash with soap and water. Rinse with clear water and dry. Glass cleaner may be used if sprayed on a cloth first.
• Do not use abrasive materials like scouring pads, steel wool or powdered cleaning agents. They will damage glass.
• Wash with soap and water, a glass cleaner, or mild liquid sprays.
• To avoid scratching or dulling the finish, do not use mildly abrasive, abrasive, or caustic cleaners such as oven
cleaners.
Oven Interior • Self-Clean - Follow instructions on page 13 for _lf-Cleaning Oven.
Oven Racks
Plastic Finishes
Door handles
(select models)
Backguard trim
End caps
• Clean with soapy water.
• Remove stubborn soil with cleansing powder or soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and dry.
Racks will permanently discolor and may not slide smoothly if left in the oven during a self-clean operation. If this
occurs, wipe the rack and embossed rack supports with a small amount of vegetable oil to restore ease of movement,
then wipe off excess oil.
• When cool, clean with soap and water, ril_se and dry.
• Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth.
NOTE: Never use oven cleaners, abrasive ol-caustic liquid or powdered cleansers on plastic finishes. These cleaning
agents will scratch o1"mar finish.
NOTE: To prevent staining or discoloration, wipe up fat, grease or acid (tomato, lemon, vinegar, milk, fruit juice,
marinade) immediately with a dry paper towel or cloth.
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