Maytag Performa PER5515BCQ Guide De L'utilisateur page 16

Care & Cleaning
Parts
Enamel, painted • When cool, wash with warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Never wipe a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth as
Side panels this may damage the surface and may cause a steam burn.
Storage drawer • For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such as baking soda paste or Bon Ami*. Do not use abrasive,
Door handles caustic or harsh cleaning agents such as steel wool pads or oven cleaners. These products will scratch or permanently
damage the surface.
NOTE: Use dry towel or cloth to wipe up spills, especially acidic or sugary spills. Surface may discolor or dull if
soil is not immediately removed. This is especially important for white surfaces.
Glass • Avoid using excessive amounts of water which may seep under or behind glass causing staining.
Oven window • Wash with soap and water. Rinse with clear water and dry. Glass cleaner may be used if sprayed on a cloth first.
Oven door • Do not use abrasive materials like scouring pads, steel wool or powdered cleaning agents. They will damage glass.
• Wash with soap and water, a glass cleaner, or mild liquid sprays.
Metal Finishes
Trim • To avoid scratching or dulling the finish, do not use mildly abrasive, abrasive, or caustic cleaners such as oven cleaners.
Oven Interior • Self-Clean – Follow instructions on page 13 for Self-Cleaning Oven.
Oven Racks • Clean with soapy water.
• Remove stubborn soil with cleansing powder or soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and dry.
• Racks will permanently discolor and may not slide smoothly if left in the oven during a self-clean operation. If this
occurs, wipe the rack and embossed rack supports with a small amount of vegetable oil to restore ease of movement,
then wipe off excess oil.
• When cool, clean with soap and water, rinse and dry.
Plastic Finishes
Backguard trim • Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth.
End caps NOTE: Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic liquid or powdered cleansers on plastic finishes. These cleaning
agents will scratch or mar finish.
NOTE: To prevent staining or discoloration, wipe up fat, grease or acid (tomato, lemon, vinegar, milk, fruit juice,
marinade) immediately with a dry paper towel or cloth.
* Brand names are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
** To order direct, call 1-800-688-8408.
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Cleaning Procedure