To remove food that has splattered in the microwave — which can affect the smell of the kitchen — use a damp cloth and mild soap or a water-based cleaner, such as affresh™ Kitchen and appliance cleaner. Avoid using ammonia- or bleach-based cleaners in the microwave.
Check to see if the microwave has a filter than can be removed for easy cleaning. To clean the filter, simply remove it from the hood, wash by hand or in the dishwasher and then reinstall.
Consumers believe many popular cleaners that are chlorine bleach-based can be used inside these appliances without thoroughly rinsing as recommended by the manufacturer. Affresh™ Kitchen & appliance cleaner formulated to easily clean inside the microwave oven, and can be used in the refrigerator as well as most non- porous surfaces in the kitchen, including solid surface countertops, without having to rinse after use.
To avoid damage to the microwave oven cavity, do not use metal or sharp utensils or scrapers, or any type of abrasive cleanser or scrubbers.