The end of a long and cold winter is an exciting time, but along with the blooming of flowers and warmer weather comes the daunting task of spring cleaning. It’s time to roll up your sleeves, crank open the windows and bring your home back to life with these spring cleaning tips from Mr. Appliance.
“Maintaining the general upkeep of your appliances can save a lot of time and money in the long run,” said Doug Rogers, president of Mr. Appliance. “Don’t neglect your appliances and start cleaning them now to avoid future problems.”
Follow these tips from Mr. Appliance® for fresh and clean appliances:
Oven
Remove oven trays and racks and soak them in warm, soapy water. Oven racks left in the oven during self-cleaning will over-heat and turn blue.
Stove
Remove the cooled burners and use a cloth with dish soap and warm water to remove residue. To attack tough burnt on food, make a baking soda and water paste to gently scrub the electric burner coil.
Dishwasher
Using a small brush dipped in hot soapy water, go around the door of the dishwasher to clean the groves in the rubber seal. Place a dishwasher-safe cup of white vinegar on the top rack and run a normal cycle.
Refrigerator
Using a hand-held vacuum, remove the dust from coils underneath or on the backside of the fridge. Accumulated dust can cause the motor to overheat and costs more to run. Scrub the inside of the refrigerator with warm water and vinegar to remove residue and odor.