Whirlpool RT18AK, RT18BM, RT18DK Vacation and moving care, Short vacations, Part What to USE

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PART

 

WHAT TO USE

Door liners

Sponge,

soft

cloth

and gaskets

or paper

towel with

 

 

mikf detergent

and

 

 

warm

water

 

Plastic

parts

Soft,

clean sponge

(covers

and

or soft, clean

cloth

panels)

 

with mild

detergent

 

 

and warm water

Defrost

pan

Sponge

or cloth

 

 

with miki

detergent

 

 

and warm water

Condenser

Vacuum cleaner

coils

with extended

 

narrow

 

attachment

Floor under

Floor cleaners

refrigerator

 

HOW TO CLEAN

l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.

DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concen- trated detergents, bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts.

l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.

DO NOT USE paper towels, window sprays, scouring cleansers or flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage material. See “Important Safety Instruc- tions” on page 3.

l Remove base grille. (See page 15.)

l To remove defrost pan, lift pan over wire brace (remove tape; if any).

l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.

l Replace with notched corner to the rear. Push it in all the way.

l Make sure defrost pan drain tube is pointing into pan.

l Replace base grille.

l Remove base grille.

l Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month.

l Replace base grille.

l Roll refrigerator out only as far as the water supply line allows.

l Clean floor.

l Roll refrigerator back into place.

l Check to see if the refrigerator is level.

Vacation and moving care

Short vacations

No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will be away for less than four weeks.

1.Use up any perishables.

2.Freeze other items.

3.If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

l

l

l

Raise signal arm to OFF (up) position. Shut off water supply to ice maker. Empty the ice bin.

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Contents UseAndCare Your safety is important to us Thank you for buying a Roper@ applianceImportant Safety Instructions Help us help youParts And Features Control panel all modelsModels Rtisdk Shown Models Rtisak shown, RTlSBK and RT18BM Models Rtzoak shown, RT20BK and RT22AKOnly Before Using Your Refrigerator Cleaning your refrigeratorPlugging it Installing it properly Leveling itTemperature controls Using Your RefrigeratorSetting the controls This SectionSettings Changing the controlExterior moisture control On some models Removing the drop-in trim piecesRemoving the snap-off door trim To remove the trim pieceAdjusting the refrigerator shelves Removing the meat drawer and coverModels RT18AK, RT18BK, RT18BM, RTZOAK, Rtzobk and RT22AK Model RTl8DK and RTl8HD Removing the crispersCrisper cover To replace the coverFactory-installed on RT18BM Using the ice cube traysUsing the optional automatic ice maker Removing the freezer shelfCause Solution Maker ProblemsProblem Common iceElectrical Shock Hazard Changing the light bulbsRemoving the base grille To change the refrigerator lightReversing the door swing Understanding the sounds you may hearSaving energy Part HOW to CleanCaring For Your Refrigerator What to USEVacation and moving care Short vacationsPart What to USE Moving Power interruptionsLong vacations Questions ?Food Storage Guide Storing fresh foodFreezing Storing frozen foodPackaging Packaging recommended for useIf You Need Assistance Or Service Before calling for assistanceCheck the Following If you need assistance If you need serviceIf you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved If you need FSP replace ment partsRefrigerator Warranty Part no Rev. a

RT18HD, RT22AK, RT18BK, RT20BK, RT20AK specifications

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