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MA NTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
• Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically;
however, clean both
sections about once a month to prevent odors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
• Always unplug the refrigeration
before cleaning.
General Cleaning Tips
• Unplug refrigerator or disconnect
power.
• Remove all removable parts, such as
shelves, crispers, etc.
• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a
mild detergent
in warm water. Do not
use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
• 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.Do not use appliance wax, bleach, or
other products containing chlorine on
stainless steel.
CAUTION
o not use a rough cloth or sponge
when cleaning the interior and exterio_
of the refrigerator.
Do not place your hand on the bottom
surface of the refrigerator when
opening and closing.
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WARNING
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Inside Walls (allow freezer to warm
up so the cloth wil! 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.