Self-Cleaning Ovens Warning: Self-cleaning appliances are cleaned by intense heat during the cleaning cycle. If the heat gasket does not seal properly, intense heat may escape from the appliance. Cabinet components installed near the appliance may suffer finish or surface damage. To minimize risk of damage during cleaning cycles, we recommend that you remove doors and drawers from cabinets that are above and adjacent to a self-cleaning appliance. Heat-Producing Appliances We recommend that you do not mount heat-producing appliances (such as coffee makers and toaster ovens) beneath cabinets. These appliances can damage cabinets due to excess heat and moisture. Care and Cleaning Wood The fine "furniture" finish of your cabinets is designed for daily usage. All wood and laminate surfaces may be cleaned with a damp, soft cloth moistened with pure soap suds (not detergent), then wiped dry with another soft cloth. With all cabinets, take a little extra care on bottom edges of base cabinets and base cabinet doors where invisible moisture often collects. NOTE: Do not use detergents, soap pads, steel wool, or other harsh, abrasive material on your cabinetry. Polishing Wood Remove dust from cabinets frequently with a soft lint-free cloth. The cloth may be slightly dampened with water or a spray type dust remover. Clean spills immediately. Use a clean cloth and mild soap if necessary. Wipe dry with a clean soft cloth. We recommend that you wash and polish cabinets once or twice a year. Use a light coat of quality furniture polish. Don't use a paste wax; the wax build up is difficult to remove and will leave a residue that attracts dust and moisture. Polishes that contain silicone should not be used. Laminate (Melamine and Vinyl) Periodically clean the interior and exterior surfaces of the door using a soft, dampened cloth. Tough stains may be cleaned using a soft cloth dampened with a "409" or "Simple Green" type cleanser. Mullion Glass Doors Glass may be cleaned with any commercial glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly onto glass or cabinet parts. Glass cleaner seeping into areas behind the mullions may discolor the wood. Spray a small amount onto a lint-free cloth or paper towel, then wipe the glass. The door glass is tempered and resists chipping and shattering. However, all glass is fragile. Be careful when removing the glass for cleaning. Carefully loosen the screws and remove the glass panel. Glass may be cleaned while mounted on the door; however, be careful not to damage the finish of the door and cabinet parts while cleaning.

Door Hardware Figure 1 NOTE: Don't allow screw heads from door hardware to scratch face frames. To avoid this problem, position Door Hardware Screws toward cabinet interior, away from face frame. Otherwise, Countersink Screw Heads so they can't strike face frame. Loads and Weight Limits CAUTION: Properly installed cabinets can safely support an evenly distributed load of 15 pounds per square foot of shelf, tray and drawer space. Up to a maximum of 50 pounds. Be sure that you load all cabinet bottoms, shelves and trays evenly.