Maytag MMC5000A warranty Care and Cleaning, Answers to Questions About Your Microwave Oven

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Care and Cleaning

Cleaning the Microwave

Oven Interior

The oven interior should be cleaned after each use with a damp cloth to keep it free from grease and soil buildup. Stubborn soils can be removed with a plastic scrub pad. When cleaning interior surfaces and surfaces of door and oven that come together when the door is closed, use only mild, non-abrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

Odors can be eliminated from the inside of the oven by boiling a solution of one cup of water and several table- spoons of lemon juice in the oven for 5-7 minutes. This also helps loosen any dried soil in the oven. Wipe off excess moisture after use.

Do not spray or pour liquid cleansers directly onto a sur- face. Spray or pour cleanser onto a cloth or sponge and then clean.

Do not use abrasive cleaners, oven cleaners, abrasive cleaning pads or steel wool, as they can scratch or dull oven surfaces.

Do not remove or insert knife around the stirrer cover to clean, it may damage the cover or affect the cooking per- formance of your oven.

Oven Bottom

Wash oven bottom with hot sudsy water, rinse and dry. Do not use excessive amounts of water when cleaning the oven, especially around the turntable. Do not allow water or cleaning agents to seep into turntable gears located underneath.

Glass Tray/Turntable

Allow to cool before removing and cleaning. Wash in soapy water or dishwasher.

Roller Guide

Clean frequently to prevent excessive noise. Wash in soapy water or dishwasher.

Oven Light Bulb

This bulb is to be replaced by properly qualified service personnel.

Answers to Questions About Your Microwave Oven

Q.Can I open the door when the oven is operating?

A.The door can be opened anytime during the cooking operation. The oven will automatically stop cooking and the time setting will maintain until the door is closed and the Start Pad is touched.

Q.What causes the oven interior light and display to dim when using a Variable Power Level?

A.This is normal and indicates the oven is operating and cycling properly.

Q.Why does steam and/or vapor escape around the door and moisture droplets form on the inside of the oven door?

A.This is normal occurrence – as food cooks, steam is given off.

Q.What do the various beeps mean?

A.Short beep = any pad is touched.

Three short beeps = incorrect entry.

One long beep = oven plugged in.

Three long beeps = end of cooking (microwave will turn off).

Series of three short beeps = check food to see if turning or rearranging is needed.

Q.Can the oven be used with the glass tray or roller guide removed?

A.No. Both the glass tray and roller guide must always be used in the oven when cooking.

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