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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
y Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both sections
about once a month to prevent odors.
y Wipe up spills immediately.
y Always unplug the refrigeration before cleaning.
General Cleaning Tips
y Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
y Remove all removable parts, such as
shelves, crispers, etc.
y Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a
mild detergent in warm water. Do not use
abrasive or harsh cleaners.
y Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces
thoroughly.
Exterior
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps
provide rust protection. Do not wax plastic
parts. Wax painted metal surfaces at least
twice a year using appliance wax (or auto paste
wax). Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth.
For products with a stainless steel exterior,
use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive
or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft
cloth.
CAUTION
y Do not use a rough cloth or sponge
when cleaning the interior and exterior
of the refrigerator.
y Do not place your hand on the bottom
surface of the refrigerator when opening
and closing.
WARNING
Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do
so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
Inside Walls (allow freezer to warm up
so the cloth will not stick)
To help remove odors, you can wash the inside
of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda
and warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons of baking
soda to 1 quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter
water.) Be sure the baking soda is completely
dissolved so it does not scratch the surfaces of
the refrigerator.
Door Liners and Gaskets
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use cleaning
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches,
or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic
refrigerator parts.
Plastic Parts (covers and panels)
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use window
sprays, abrasive cleansers, or flammable fluids.
These can scratch or damage the
material.
Condenser Coils
Use a vacuum cleaner with an attachment to
clean the condenser cover and vents. Do not
remove the panel covering the condenser coil
area.