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Section 2 · 3 pages

Kitchen Appliances

Cleaning cycles, settings and simple fixes for ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers and small appliances, from the owner’s manuals.

CalculatorHow Long to Thaw a TurkeyThaw a turkey in the fridge 1 day per 4–5 lb, so a 20 lb turkey takes 4–5 days, or in cold water 30 minutes per lb (USDA). Calculator and Thanksgiving dates.GuideHow to Clean an OvenHow to clean an oven the maker’s way: self-clean for baked-on soil, steam clean for light spills, or soap and water. GE and Samsung steps, plus racks and glass.GuideRefrigerator TemperatureKeep the fridge at 40°F or below and the freezer at 0°F (FDA); GE and LG recommend setting the fridge to 37°F. What the dial numbers mean, and how to check.

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