Cleaning Instructions For Service - Panasonic NE-C1153 Service Manual

NE-C1153 / NE-C1153C

9 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERVICE

Care of oven
1. Remove the plug from the electrical socket before cleaning.
2. Keep the inside of the oven clean. It pieces of food or
spilled liquids stick to the oven walls, or between door seal
and door surface, they will absorb microwaves and may
cause arcing or sparks. Wipe up all spills with a damp cloth.
Kitchen detergent or an approved sanitizing solulion may be
used if the oven gets very dirly. Do not use harsh
detergents or abrasives.
3. The outside surface of this microwave oven should be
cleaned with soap and water, then dried with a soft cloth.
Make sure that water does not get into the back ventilation
or control panel opening since this can damage the unit.
4. The window of the door should be washed with very mild
soap and water. Be sure to use a soft cloth. Never use
window cleaner. The front door can be scratched by harsh
soap or cleaners.
9.1. Cleaning heater unit
Clean heater unit regularly according to the following
instructions:
1. Follow the disassembly and part replacement procedure to
access heater.
2. Clean heater
Wipe with a clean cloth or a sponge and soft detergent
diluted in water.
Caution: Do Not wash in a dish washer
9.2. Cleaning oil pan
Clean Oil Pan regularly according to the following instructions:
1. Follow the disassembly and part replacement procedure to
access heater.
2. Clean oil/grease pan with a clean cloth or a sponge and
mild detergent diluted in warm water.
9.3. Cleaning the exhaust duct
Clean the Exhaust Duct regularly according to the following
instructions:
1. Follow the disassembly and part replacement procedure to
access heater.
2. Unscrew the Exhaust Guide to remove.
3. Wash Exhaust Guide in a dish washer or wipe with a clean
cloth or sponge with soft detergent diluted in water.
9.4. Cleaning the air filter
Clean the Air Filter regularly according to the following
instructions. The oven may have problems when the Air Filter
becomes clogged with debris.
1. Remove Air Filter from the front bottom skirt by pulling the
knob and sliding the air filter outward.
2. Wash this filter in warm soapy water.
3. Be sure to replace Air filter before using the oven.
(*) If Air Filter becomes clogged with debris this will cause
an overheating problem on the oven.
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