Care & Cleaning - Maytag RS-1 User Manual

Care & Cleaning
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Parts Cleaning Procedure
Drip Bowls, • When cool, wash after each use, rinse and dry to prevent staining or discoloration.
chrome • 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.
Enamel, painted • When cool, wash with warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Never wipe a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth
Side panels as this may damage the surface and may cause a steam burn.
Storage drawer • For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such as baking soda paste or Bon Ami*. Do not use abrasive,
Oven door caustic or harsh cleaning agents such as steel wool pads or oven cleaners. These products will scratch or
Door handles permanently damage the surface.
(select models) 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.
Glass • Avoid using excessive amounts of water which may seep under or behind glass causing staining.
Oven window • Wash with soap and water. Rinse with clear water and dry. Glass cleaner may be used if sprayed on a cloth first.
(select models) • Do not use abrasive materials like scouring pads, steel wool or powdered cleaning agents. They will damage glass.
Metal Finishes • Wash with soap and water, a glass cleaner, or mild liquid sprays.
Trim parts • 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 Self-Cleaning Oven.
Oven Racks • 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.
Plastic Finishes • When cool, clean with soap and water, rinse and dry.
Door handles • Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth.
(select models) NOTE: Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic liquid or powdered cleansers on plastic finishes. These cleaning
Backguard trim agents will scratch or mar finish.
End caps 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.
* Brand names are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
** To order direct, call 1-800-688-8408.
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