2. If stain remains, use a stainless steel cleaner according to packaging directions.
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Cleaning Materials
Soft Scrub or Zud Cleanser
Use according to directions on packaging. Repeat as necessary until stain is removed.
FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed. -
Cleaning Materials
Cotton Balls
Nail Polish Remover
Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
Sponge
Brush and rinse as much of the watercolor from the surface as possible. Apply Soft Scrub with a damp sponge and rub in a circular motion toward the center of the stain, rinse and dry. If any stain remains, apply nail polish remover to a cotton ball, blot stain and rinse. Repeat if necessary. Special Precautions:Do not use nail polish remover near an open flame.
FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed. -
Cleaning Materials
Stainless Steel Cleaner
Soft Cloth
Mean Green
409 Cleaner
1. Use a soft cloth with stainless steel cleaner according to directions on container.
2. If the stain persists, use a soft cloth and a Degreaser, such as Mean Green or 409, according to the directions on the package.
3. If the stain remains, spray cooking oil, such as PAM on the affected area. Let it soak for 5 minutes, and then rinse with soap and water using a soft cloth. Murphy's oil soap can also be used during this step according to the packaging directions.
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Cleaning Materials
Simple Green Cleaner
Use according to the directions on the container. Repeat as necessary until stain is removed.
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Cleaning Materials
Cotton Ball
Rubbing Alcohol
Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser
Sponge
Wipe all stains with a damp sponge. If any stain remains, apply Soft Scrub with a damp sponge, work in a circular motion and rinse. If stain remains, saturate a cotton ball with alcohol and blot the stain and rinse.
FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed.