31Care and cleaning of the microwave oven. GEAppliances.comHelpful HintsAn occasional thorough wiping with a solution of baking soda and water keepsthe inside fresh.Unplug the cord before cleaning any part of this oven.How to Clean the InsideWalls, Floor, Inside Window, Metal and Plastic Parts on the DoorSome spatters can be removed with a paper towel; others may require a dampcloth. Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth.Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come togetherupon closing, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge orsoft cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave.Removable Turntable and Turntable SupportTo prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking.Wash it carefully in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher. The turntable andsupport can be broken if dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven withoutthe turntable and support in place.How to Clean the OutsideDo not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven.Ammonia or alcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave.CaseClean the outside of the microwave with a sudsy cloth. Rinse with a damp clothand then dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.Control Panel and DoorWipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, largeDPRXQWVRIVRDSDQGZDWHUDEUDVLYHVRUVKDUSREMHFWVRQWKHSDQHO³WKH\FDQdamage it. Some paper towels can also scratch the control panel.Door SurfaceIt is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against themicrowave. Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean spongeor soft cloth. Rinse well.Power CordIf the cord becomes soiled, unplug and wash with a damp cloth. For stubbornspots, sudsy water may be used, but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth anddry thoroughly before plugging cord into outlet.Stainless Steel (on some models)Do not use a steel-wood pad; it will scratch the surface.To clean the stainless steel surface, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergentsuitable for stainless steel surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to removesoap. Dry with a dry, clean cloth. Always scrub lightly in the direction of thegrain.