Appendix

How to Clean the Outside

Light Bulb Replacement

Do not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave

Cooktop Light

oven. Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the micro-

 

 

wave.

Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb.

Case

1.

To replace the bulb(s), first disconnect the power at the main fuse or

Clean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse and then

2.

circuit breaker panel or pull the plug.

Remove the screw at the front of the light cover and lower the cover.

dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.

3.

Be sure the bulb(s) to be replaced are cool before removing. After

 

Control Panel and Door

 

breaking the adhesive seal, remove the bulb by gently turning. Put in

4.

new bulb.

Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays,

Replace the light cover and screw. Connect electrical power to the

 

oven.

large amounts of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the

 

 

 

panel—they can damage it. Some paper towels can also scratch the

 

 

control panel.

 

 

Door Surface

 

 

It’s important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the

 

 

microwave. Use only mild, nonabrasive detergents applied with a clean

 

 

sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.

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Bottom

Replace the burned-out bulb with a 40-watt incandescent bulb.

1.

To replace the oven light, first disconnect the power at the main fuse

 

Clean off the grease and dust on the bottom often.

2.

or circuit breaker panel or pull the plug.

Use a solution of warm water and detergent.

Remove the top grille by taking out the 2 screws(on the front of outer

 

case. See page 30 for the Removing Charcoal Filter) that hold it in

 

 

 

3.

place.

 

Next, remove the screw located above the door near the center of

 

 

the oven that secures the light housing. Remove the housing and

 

4.

bulb.

 

Insert new bulb. Replace the light housing and screw.

 

5.

Replace the top grille and 2 screws, Connect electrical power to the

 

 

oven.

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