CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning—Inside
Unplug the refrigerator and remove food, shelves and trays. Wash inside with warm water and baking soda
Don’t use cleansers such as soaps, detergents, scouring powder or spray
Wash ice cube trays, drip tray and shelves in mild detergent solution and dry with a soft cloth.
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the shelf. Change the box every three months.
Wipe outside of refrigerator with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or Appliance Polish Wax Cleaner (Cat. No. WR97X216), available from GE Appliance Service and Parts Center. Use only mild, soapy water to clean the door gasket.
Never use acids, chemical thinner, gasoline, benzine or the like for cleaning any part of the refrigerator. Boiling water or benzine may deform or damage plastic parts.
Do not wash any plastic parts from your refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher.
Operating
Location
The refrigerator must be installed on a floor strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded.
If the refrigerator is in a 40°F. or colder room, it will operate but it will not cool foods properly.
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PREPARATION
Clearances
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, door opening and proper air circulation:
• Top of refrigerator to
underside of countertop | 1 | 2″ |
1 | ⁄ | |
• Above flooring |
| 8″ |
(including carpeting) | 1 | |
1 | ⁄ | |
• Hinge side, if refrigerator |
| 4″ |
is next to a wall | 1 | |
1 | ⁄ |
Leveling Legs
Adjustable legs at the front corners should be set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor. Legs should extend 11⁄8″ down from bottom of cabinet; the front of the refrigerator may need to be raised a bit more so the door closes easily when opened about halfway.
Turn leveling legs counterclockwise to raise refrigerator, clockwise to lower it.
Care and Cleaning
Preparing to Move
Disconnect the power cord from wall outlet, remove food and defrost refrigerator. Then clean and dry the interior.
Secure all loose items such as ice trays and drip tray by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.
Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position during actual moving and in van. Refrigerator must be secured in van to prevent movement. Protect outside of refrigerator with blanket.
Preparing for Vacation
For extended vacations or absences, unplug the | For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and |
refrigerator. Clean the interior with baking soda | leave the control at regular setting. However, if room |
solution of one tablespoon of soda to one quart of | temperature is expected to drop below 40°F. follow |
water. Wipe dry. To prevent odors, leave an open box | the same instructions as for extended vacations. |
of baking soda in refrigerator. Leave doors open. |
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Preparation