Microwave Oven
Routine Care Task
Inspect and clean
This task reduces potential safety hazards and improves operating energy efficiency of your microwave.
Priority
Timing: January (yearly)
NOTE: The tasks and timings shown here for your Microwave Oven are based on a single-family home located in Massachusetts with a default set of home care goals and priorities.
If you setup your POLICY-Wizard™ personal home manager for a different location with different home care goals, your recommended home care program can have different tasks and timings for your {home feature}.
How To
The following maintenance tasks are recommended for inspecting and cleaning of your microwave oven:
Clean inside cavity with mild detergent and water. Rinse and wipe with paper towel. If spots seem dried on, then boil water in a glass cup for a few minutes and let the steam help loosen the soiled area. Do not use a scouring pad, steel wool, or other abrasives.
Clean around the door and door seal, and make sure door closes tightly.
If your unit has a turntable, then be sure to clean underneath it.
To remove odors, boil a solution of a cup of water and several tablespoons of lemon juice in the microwave for 5-7 minutes.
Clean grease and dust from around the air vents.
Check inside light bulb, clean or replace as necessary.
Helpful Accessories
Cleans, polishes & protects stainless steel surfaces of appliances
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Uses steam to clean the crud from the microwave with added vinegar and water
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Heavy-duty aluminum foil could be used for oven and freezer
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Use only a heat-resistant glassware for oven
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Use BPA-free plastic containers
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Benefits
The benefits of this task are moderately high. Doing this task can help improve the efficiency of your microwave oven and extend its useful life.
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Health & Safety
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Maintaining Value
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Appearance
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Avoiding Unscheduled Repairs
Costs
The cost of this task is relatively low. It is estimated that this task should only take about 60 minutes to complete, depending on the type of microwave oven that you have and your manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure.
