Clean Mama’s Kitchen Appliances Quick Clean SUPPLIES cleaning cloths (microfiber works great on appliances) dusting wand vacuum cleaner with hose and nozzle attachment (optional) cleaners (all purpose, disinfecting, dish soap, white vinegar) sponges sink full of soapy water empty container for dirty cloths or paper towels caddy or container to carry supplies HOW TO GET STARTED Dust or vacuum off the tops of your appliances and wipe clean Vacuum appliance corners and crevices. Fill your sink with hot, soapy water. OVEN: Start self-clean on your oven or thoroughly spray a non-toxic degreaser in oven and let sit. MICROWAVE: Remove the glass plate in microwave and place in sink with soapy water. Rinse and dry and place back in the microwave. Put a bowl of water and a halved lemon and boil for 3–5 minutes. Let it sit and steam for 15 minutes and wipe clean. REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER: Empty appliances and discard expired food. Wash removable shelves and drawers in the soapy sink — wash, rinse, dry. Wipe shelves clean with soapy water and dry. Return food. DISHWASHER: Empty and remove racks. Remove the filter, wash, rinse and return to dishwasher. Put 1–2 cups of white vinegar in the bottom of the dishwasher and run a normal wash cycle. Wipe edges and the seals clean when cycle has completed. APPLIANCE FRONTS: Spray microfiber cloth with desired cleaner and wipe clean. Shared with permission from CLEAN MAMA, CLEANMAMA.COM
