GE PEB206C Owner's Manual

Contents

Consumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety InstructionsCare and cleaning of the microwave oven.www.GEAppliances.caHelpful 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 damp cloth.Remove greasy spatters with a sudsy cloth, then rinse with a damp cloth. Do not useabrasive cleaners or sharp utensils on oven walls.To clean the surface of the door and the surface of the oven that come together uponclosing, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents using a sponge or soft cloth.Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.Never use a commercial oven cleaner on any part of your microwave oven.Removable Turntable and Turntable SupportTo prevent breakage, do not place the turntable into water just after cooking. Wash itcarefully in warm, sudsy water or in the dishwasher. The turntable and support can bebroken if dropped. Remember, do not operate the oven without the turntable andsupport in place.How to Clean the OutsideDo not use cleaners containing ammonia or alcohol on the microwave oven. Ammonia oralcohol can damage the appearance of the microwave oven.CaseClean the outside of the microwave oven with a sudsy cloth. Rinse with a damp cloth andthen dry. Wipe the window clean with a damp cloth.Control Panel and DoorWipe with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts ofsoap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel—they can damage it. Some papertowels can also scratch the control panel.Door SurfaceIt is important to keep the area clean where the door seals against the microwave oven.Use only mild, non-abrasive detergents applied with a clean sponge or soft cloth. Rinse well.Power CordIf the cord becomes soiled, unplug and wash with a damp cloth. For stubborn spots, sudsywater may be used, but be certain to rinse with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly beforeplugging cord into outlet.Stainless Steel (on some models)Do not use a steel-wool pad; it will scratch the surface.To clean the stainless steel surface, use a hot, damp cloth with a mild detergent suitable forstainless steel surfaces. Use a clean, hot, damp cloth to remove soap. Dry with a dry, cleancloth. Always scrub lightly in the direction of the grain. 19