Care and Cleaning (cont’d)
Cleaning Stainless Steel
Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaning products, or using
Our stainless steel appliances have been factory finished for high shine and luster. To maintain this quality appearance:
DO NOT USE: | DO USE: | |
• Abrasive powders or liquids | • Warm soapy water for routine | |
• | Citrus based cleaners | cleaning |
• | Ammonia | • Soft clean cloths to dry or polish |
• | Steel wool pads | • Stainless steel cleaner designed |
• | Abrasive cloths | for appliances such as Amana |
• | Oven cleansers | Cleaning Polish and |
• Acidic or vinegar based cleaners | Conditioner for Stainless Steel | |
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| (#31960801) |
Can I use liquid cleaners on my stainless steel?
Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is
Citric Acid
Citric acid permanently discolors stainless steel.
To prevent damage to
the finish of your stainless steel appliance, do not allow these substances to remain on the steel finish:
•mustard
•tomato juice
•marinara sauce
•citrus based sauces
•citrus based products
For best cleaning results
1.Wash surfaces with warm soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or sponge.
2.Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry surfaces with a soft, clean cloth. DO NOT use the following harsh cleaners:
•abrasive or acidic cleaners (ammonia, chlorine bleach,
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•scouring pads (metal, textured plastic, etc.)
These items can scratch, discolor, or permanently tarnish surfaces.
3.Follow up rinsing by immediately drying with a soft, clean cloth. This will avoid water spotting on stainless steel finish.
Questions? Comments? 
Concerns? Contact us!
www.amana.com
or call Consumer Affairs at 1-800-843-0304
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