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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The door handles and trim (on some models). Clean with a cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth.

Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth.

Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing either bleach or ammonia because

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The stainless steel doors and door handles (on some models) can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove rust, tarnish and small blemishes. Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush lines with a damp soft sponge. Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.

Cleaning the Inside

To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer compartments.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.

If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.

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After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape.

CAUTION

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with

 

warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher.

Moving the Refrigerator

Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from

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Turn the leveling legs at each front corner of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in. Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may

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When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t roll over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on some models).

After rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator.

Light Bulb Replacement

WARNING Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact

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Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.

Preparing for Vacation

For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Move the temperature control dial to the OFF position, and clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water. Leave the doors open.

Move the switch to the OFF position on the power switch

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Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage. To prevent the doors from opening while moving, secure them to the case with tape. Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.

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Back Cover Normal Operating SoundsRefrigerator Safety Information Important Safety InstructionsNever unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord InstallationConnecting Electricity Proper Disposal of Your OLD RefrigeratorAbout the freezer compartment shelves About the temperature controlAbout the fresh food compartment shelves About the storage drawersDrawer Removal About the automatic ice makerHumidity Controlled Drawer on some models Cover RemovalCare and cleaning of the refrigerator Clearances Before YOU BeginRefrigerator Location Rollers and Leveling LegsWhat YOU will Need Installing the Water Line on Some ModelsBefore YOU Begin Cause water damage to your homeRoute the Tubing Choose the Valve LocationDrill the Hole for the Valve Connect the Tubing to the ValveConnect the Tubing to the Refrigerator Installing the Water LineInstalling the Refrigerator Turn the Water On AT Shutoff ValveTools Required Reversing the Door SwingImportant Notes Before YOU StartReversing the Hardware Center Hinge Pin WasherHinge Plastic Handle Assembly Reversing the Door HandlesStainless Steel Handle Re-hang the freezer door RE-HANGING the DoorsRe-hang the fresh food door Tilt the door towards the cabinet, lifting the topNormal operating sounds WhooshService Truth or Myth? 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