Kitchen Cleaning Checklist: How to Keep Your Appliances Sparkling Clean

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A clean kitchen isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s about hygiene, efficiency, and preserving the lifespan of your appliances. If you own Sharp Kitchen Appliances, this guide is your one-stop resource for keeping everything spotless and running brand new. 

From microwaves to cooktops, we’ve compiled a comprehensive cleaning checklist with tips tailored to Sharp’s most popular models. Plus, we’ve included links to Sharp’s official cleaning guides, so you can dig deeper when needed. 

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Sharp Major Appliances

(Countertop, Over-the-Range & Drawer Models)
Microwaves are kitchen workhorses, but they attract spills, stains, and food splatter quickly. Regular maintenance helps prevent odors and bacteria buildup.

– Cleaning Tips: 

    1. Wipe down the interior with a soft cloth and mild dish soap.
    2. Steam-Clean by microwaving a bowl of water with lemon or vinegar. 
    3. Clean grease filters monthly if you have an over-the-range model.

Be sure to follow the specific cleaning instructions or your dishwasher model to keep it running efficiently.

Your fridge is ground zero for food storage, keeping it clean is essential for food safety.

-Cleaning Tips: 

  1. Remove and wash the shelves, drawers, and bins with warm soapy water. 
  2. Wipe down gaskets and door seals to maintain their elasticity and seal
  3. Vacuum the condenser every 6 months to ensure energy efficiency. 

Check out our Tips and Tricks article for a cleaner refrigerator   

A dirty dishwasher defeats the purpose. Residue and buildup can affect performance and cleanliness.

-Cleaning Tips: 

  1. Run a hot, empty cycle with white vinegar or dishwasher cleaner monthly. 
  2. Rinse and clean the filter to prevent clogs
  3. Wipe the door gasket around the edges to prevent mold buildup. 

Learn how to clean your dishwasher and filters the right way with this quick tutorial.

Whether you’re baking or broiling, grease and grime really love to hide in ovens.

-Cleaning Tips:

  1. Use the self-cleaning feature if your model includes it.
  2. Wipe up spills immediately after the oven cools to prevent sticking.
  3. Remove the soak grates and burner caps in warm soapy water.

Smooth-top surfaces can look sleek, until burnt-on spills start to show.

-Cleaning Tips:

  1. Use a non-abrasive cooktop cleaner and a soft pad.
  2. Wipe spills immediately to avoid hard to remove stains.
  3. Occasionally check underneath the unit for dust and debris buildup.

Explore this blog article for a detailed, step-by-step guide to cleaning your radiant cooktop.

Explore this blog article for a detailed, step-by-step guide to Radiant Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance Tips. 

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SMC1585KS
Sharp 1.5 cu. ft. 900W Stainless Steel Countertop Microwave Oven (SMC1585KS)

The Sharp® SMC1585KS, Family-Size, 1.5 cu. ft., 900 Watt Microwave Oven with Convection in Stainless Steel gives you the best of both worlds. Convection technology circulates the heated air and gives you perfect roasting, baking and browning.

The SMC1585KS is packed with thoughtful and innovative features. Precise Cook sensor technology takes the guesswork out of defrosting and cooking, and makes reheating food and beverages a breeze. Express Cook offers One-Touch cooking for up to six minutes. The SMC1585KS has a convenient “+60 seconds” key for instant start, a convection cooking option, convenient popcorn and beverage settings, and precise cook sensor technology. Low Mix, High Mix, and Slow Cook modes give you the flexibility you need to confidently cook.

Easy-to-clean Stainless Steel interior and exterior, plus bright LED lighting complement your style. The 14.1 in., dishwasher-safe ceramic plate of the Carousel® turntable system makes cleanup easy. The White LED display is bright and easy-to-read. Now that is Simply Better Living.

With decades of experience designing innovative cooking appliances, it’s easy to see why home cooks throughout the world trust Sharp Carousel.

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SMO1854DS
1.8 cu. ft. Stainless Steel 1100W Over-the-Range Microwave Oven (SMO1854DS)

The 1.8 cu. ft. Sharp® SMO1854DS Over-the-Range Microwave Oven is a contemporary and stylish addition to your kitchen. With edge-to-edge stainless steel, black glass, and discreet branding, this oven pairs beautifully with other stainless steel appliances. The easy-to-read, white display and grey interior with bright white LED lighting are elegant finishing touches for your modern kitchen.

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SMD2499FS
24 in. Built-In Smart Convection Microwave Drawer Oven (SMD2499FS)

The 24-inch SHARP® Smart Convection Microwave Drawer™ Oven (SMD2499FS) is the most eagerly anticipated kitchen innovation by Sharp. The speed of sensor microwave cooking, combined with the flexibility of convection cooking, make the SMD2499FS the must-have luxury for your modern, smart home.

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SJG2254FS
Sharp French 4-Door Counter-Depth Refrigerator with Water Dispenser (SJG2254FS)

Complete with exterior water dispenser, the SJG2254FS 21.6 cu. ft. capacity, French Four-Door, Counter-Depth, Refrigerator pairs beautifully with other stainless steel appliances, and is a contemporary, and stylish addition to your dream kitchen. This counter-depth refrigerator incorporates a unique Triple-Cooling System that allows you to independently control your refrigerator, drawers, and ice maker for greater flexibility and better efficiency. Inside the refrigerator, the four bright white LED lights give you a clear view throughout the refrigerator, plus there are additional LED lights in the Flex Drawer and Freezer Drawer. The control panel for the refrigerator is conveniently located on the Flex Drawer, where it is easy-to-reach and easy-to-use.

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SDW6767HS
Sharp 24 in. Slide-In Smart Dishwasher

The responsive washing cycles work with smart sensors to optimize performance automatically. Place your most challenging cookware above the Power Wash sprayer for extra scrubbing power. Set the Wash Zone to clean smaller loads on either the upper or lower rack. The extended heated dry option uses a fan to efficiently circulate the air as the dishes dry.

Classic and elegant, the SDW6767HS offers luxuries inside and out with two premium interior white LED lights. The SDW6767HS Works with Alexa, so you can skip the control panel and use your Echo device to start & stop, set options, and check the status of your dishwasher in your smart home. Setup can be as simple as scanning a code with your mobile device. Alexa can help with the shopping, too! The Amazon Dash Replenishment service can help ensure that you never run out of detergent or rinse aid.

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SWB3052DS
Stainless Steel European Convection Built-In Double Wall Oven (SWB3052DS)

The contemporary and stylish, Sharp® SWB3052DS stainless steel built-in double wall oven is more than just beautiful and functional, it is an absolute must-have for home entertaining. Two, 5.0 cu ft. ovens maximize cooking capacity and lets you cook two different courses, at two different temperatures, all at the same time.

The SWB3052DS upper oven features True European Convection to cook evenly and heat efficiently. The 8-pass upper-element in both ovens provides edge-to-edge performance. The 6-pass hidden bake element and sculpted floor of the refined, cobalt blue porcelain interior makes cleanup a breeze. Convenient warming mode provides an efficient way to utilize your lower oven for reheating. Modern, touch glass controls and a large LCD display makes the control panel easy to see, operate and clean. Six sculpted rack positions on both the upper and lower ovens create a versatile cooking space and makes cooking for a crowd simple. The bright, halogen interior lighting and large viewing pane let you keep an eye on your food from the outside, while the built-in precision probe thermometer in the upper oven keeps you updated on what is happening inside.

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SMC1161HB
1.1 cu. ft. Black Countertop Microwave Oven (SMC1161HB)

The Sharp® SMC1161HB, Mid-Size, 1.1 cu. ft., 1000 Watt Microwave Oven in Black is packed with features, a 1000 watts of power, and takes up less space on your counter.

The SMC1161HB is packed with thoughtful and innovative features. Convenient preset buttons make cooking and reheating favorite foods and beverages a breeze. Express Cook offers One-Touch cooking for up to six minutes. The +30 key can be used for an instant start and to add time during cooking.

Easy-to-clean Black finish with stylish gray interior, and LED light complement your style. The 12.4 in., dishwasher-safe glass plate of the Carousel® turntable system makes cleanup easy. The White LED display is bright and easy-to-read. Now that is Simply Better Living.

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SCH3043GB
30 in. Induction Cooktop (SCH3043GB)

The four cooking zones provide flexibility to orchestrate even your most elaborate entertaining. The SCH3043GB features a variable-sized zone and a convenient Cooling Zone. More precise than gas, and more efficient than electric, the Sharp Induction Cooktop is faster than both. There is a kitchen timer, and even a Power Boost setting for those times when you just need that pasta water to boil quickly. The Simmer, Melt, and Warm settings provide low, consistent cooking performance for your most delicate soups, sauces, and fondues. Heat is generated directly into the cookware itself, so there is less wasted energy heating up your kitchen. And without an open flame or radiant coil, spills and splatters are less likely to burn, and a breeze to clean up.

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SCR2442FB
24 in. Drop-In Radiant Cooktop with Side Accessories (SCR2442FB)

With a black mirror finish that’s a perfect match for modern appliances, the Sharp® 24-inch SCR2442FB Electric Radiant Cooktop is a beautiful addition to your dream kitchen. And its precise temperature control with touch-glass controls for each of the four cooking zones provides convenience you can count on. The included magnetic stainless steel side accessories are dishwasher safe and a convenient place to rest spoons, ladles, and spatulas as well as pots and pans.

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About Sharp Home Electronics Company of America (SHCA)

SHCA is the US Consumer Products Group of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the US sales subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, a worldwide developer and manufacturer of one-of-a-kind premium technology products.  SHCA includes the manufacturing of premium home appliances in Memphis, TN, together with the sales & marketing, and servicing of home electronics based in Montvale, NJ.  Leading products include Sharp AQUOS™ TVs, Sharp Carousel®, Microwave Drawer™ ovens, SuperSteam+™ ovens, and Plasmacluster® Ion air purifiers.

Sharp Corporation appears on Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2023. Sharp Electronics Corporation received a 2023 award for Best Places to Work in NJ. Learn more at http://www.sharpusa.com/.

Sharp, AQUOS, Carousel, Microwave Drawer, SuperSteam+, Plasmacluster, and all related trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sharp Corporation and/or its affiliated companies. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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