KitchenAid KMBD104GSS0, Use And Care Manual

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MICROWAVE DRAWER CARE

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT:

 Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and 

the microwave drawer is cool. Always follow label instructions on 

cleaning products.
Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested unless 

otherwise noted.

Microwave Drawer Cavity

To avoid damage to the microwave drawer cavity, do not use 

soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, 

gritty washcloths or some recycled paper towels.
To avoid damage to stainless steel models, rub in direction of 

grain.
The area where the microwave drawer and frame touch when 

closed should be kept clean.

Average soil

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Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: 
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

Heavy soil

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Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents: 
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave 

drawer. Steam will soften soil. Rinse with clean water and dry 

with soft, lint-free cloth.

Odors

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Lemon juice or vinegar: 
Heat 1 cup (250 mL) of water with 1 tbs (15 mL) of either 

lemon juice or vinegar for 2 to 5 minutes in microwave drawer.

Microwave Inlet Cover

To avoid arcing and microwave drawer damage, the microwave 

inlet cover (see “Parts and Features”) should be kept clean.

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Wipe with wet cloth. 

Microwave Drawer Exterior

The area where the microwave drawer and frame touch when 

closed should be kept clean.

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Mild, nonabrasive soaps and detergents:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

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Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic 

scrubbing pad:
Apply glass cleaner to towel, not directly to surface.

Stainless Steel (on some models)

To avoid damage to microwave drawer and exterior, do not use 

soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, 

gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Rub in direction of grain.

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Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (not included): 
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

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Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: 
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

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Vinegar for hard water spots.

Control Panel

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Sponge or soft cloth and water: 
Dampen sponge with water and wipe panel. Dry with soft 

cloth.

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To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use chemical or 

abrasive cleansers.

Microwave Drawer Guides

To keep drawer opening and closing smoothly, remove crumbs 

from guides, and clean often.

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Dry, soft cloth