How to Clean the Inside of a Microwave Oven
That model of modern convenience, the microwave, provides food cooked quickly and heated to superhigh temperatures. Unfortunately this also means that microwave mishaps, such as exploding tomato sauce or dripped gravy, are hardened into unsightly messes that much faster. Once food drips onto the surface of the microwave, it can become difficult to remove. Cleaning a microwave means making sure that you are reaching all parts with a good degreasing cleaner to avoid continued baked-on grease and food from building up. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Remove the turntable plate and ring, cooking rack and any other microwave accessories. Wash these separately using plain warm, soapy water.
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Use a cleaning rag or paper towel to remove any crumbs from the microwave.
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Spray on a degreasing all-purpose cleaner, and allow the cleaner to penetrate the dried-on food.
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Use the abrasive side of a sponge to scrub the microwave. Pay particular attention to corners and molded areas where food and grease accumulate.
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Moisten your cleaning cloth with a small amount of plain water. Beginning with the ceiling, work back to front, and remove the degreasing cleaner residue and any remaining food.
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Replace the turntable ring and plate and cooking rack, if necessary.
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Tips & Warnings
you can use lemon juice as a substitute to vinegar.
watch the vinegar boil, leave to stand and steam inside don't open for a while
References
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