Microwave Oven Repair and Care Guide

If your kitchen is equipped with a microwave oven then proper care and maintenance is essential. When placing dishes inside the oven, ensure you cover them to avoid splatters. You can cover the dishes using paper towels or wax paper. Most microwave ovens come with detachable glass shelves, however if you oven does not have one you can place a paper towel or plate beneath the food that requires to be cooked directly like baked potatoes.

You must wipe any spills that occur at once to prevent them from hardening. Use a mild detergent with water to wipe the insides with a clean cloth. Clean the insides of the door so they close easily and after wiping clean leave the door open for drying to take place. To remove odors you can use a solution of 1-tablespoon baking soda mixed with 1 cup of warm water. Rinse well and leave to dry.

Another cleansing solution for removing odours is 1 part of limejuice mixed with 3 parts water which is left to boil for at least 5 minutes. On cooling, use to rinse the oven and allow it to dry. It is advisable that you follow manual instructions, which are provided when you purchase the microwave oven.

Always use microwave safe utensils for your cooking needs when using the microwave oven. Even with an advanced and robust microwave oven like the Baumatic PMC355SS, cooking metals in it will likely damage it beyond repair. Moreover, while microwaving popcorn, try to be close as heat buildup can cause fires. The microwave oven should be used with proper care to ensure efficient working. This will avoid the need for repairs.