GE 162D9617P005 Care and cleaning of the refrigerator, Cleaning the Outside, Cleaning the Inside

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Press here to remove grille.

Cleaning the Outside

Refreshment Center Compartment door— outside. It’s important that you use only window cleaner without ammonia or a damp cloth to clean the glass and trim. Avoid using wax on the Refreshment Center door.

The dispenser well, beneath the grille, should be wiped dry. Water left in the well may leave deposits. Remove the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak until the deposits disappear or become loose enough to rinse away.

The dispenser pad. Clean with warm water and baking soda solution—about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 l) of water. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.

HINT: Open the freezer door part way to prevent dispensing of ice or water when cleaning.

The door handles and trim. Clean with a cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth.

The stainless steel panels and door handles (on some models) can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner using a clean, 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 bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish.

Cleaning the Decorator Door Panels

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Clean these panels using an anti-static cleaner or a mild detergent and water. (Look for anti-static cleaner in electronic or computer departments.) Rinse thoroughly and blot dry with a clean, damp cloth or chamois. Do not use paper towels to wash or dry the panels. Do not use cleaners that contain solvents, such as ammonia, because they can damage the panels.

Shallow scratches and abrasions can be corrected with a good grade of hard automobile paste wax. The wax will fill in any minor surface scratches and will help to maintain the luster of the panels. Apply the wax sparingly and buff lightly with a clean, soft cloth using a circular motion. Do not use a cleaner/wax combination.

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	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.
	Use warm water and baking soda solution—
	about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
	to a quart (1 l) of water. This both cleans
	and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.
Door Magnets	Door magnets can be cleaned the same way.

Refreshment Center Compartment door—inside. Wipe up spills right away. Use one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda in one quart (1 l) of water to clean the inside door surface, Refreshment Center bin and inside access door. Rinse, wipe dry.

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some models) with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves carefully. Bumping tempered glass can cause it to shatter.

Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher except Quick Serve dishes and lids.

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