Whirlpool W11510169A, Use & Care Manual

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MICROWAVE OVEN CARE

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT: 

Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and 

the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on 

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

otherwise noted.

MICROWAVE OVEN CAVITY

To avoid damage to the microwave oven 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 oven door 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 

oven. 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 oven.

Microwave Inlet Cover

To avoid arcing and microwave oven damage, the microwave 

inlet cover (see the “Parts and Features” section) should be 

kept clean.

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Wipe with wet cloth.

MICROWAVE OVEN DOOR AND EXTERIOR

The area where the microwave oven door 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 oven door 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 (not included): 

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

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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.

TURNTABLE

Replace turntable immediately after cleaning. Do not operate the 

microwave oven without the turntable in place.

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Mild cleanser and scouring pad

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Dishwasher