Whirlpool 8ET22DK, 8ET20DK, 8ET18DK Caring For Your Refrigerator, Part, What to USE, HOW to Clean

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Caring For Your Refrigerator

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Cleaning your refrigerator ............... 17 Power interruptions .......................... 19

Holiday and moving care ................. 18

Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on holiday, moving or during a power outage.

Cleaning your refrigerator

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both about once a month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills right away.

To clean your refrigerator, unplug it, take out all removable parts and clean the refrigerator according to the following directions.

Personal Injury Hazard

Refrigeration system tubes are near the defrost pan and can become hot. Re- move and install defrost pan carefully.

Failure to do so could result in personal injury.

PART

Removable parts (shelves, crisper, etc.)

Outside

Inside walls (allow freezer to warm up so cloth won’t stick)

WHAT TO USE

Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water

Sponge, cloth or paper towel with mild detergent, warm water and an appliance wax (or good auto paste wax)

Sponge, soft cloth or paper towel with baking soda or mild detergent and warm water

HOW TO CLEAN

l Hand wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.

l Wash outside of cabinet. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.

lRinse and dry thoroughly.

l Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year. Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth. Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection.

Do not wax plastic parts.

l Wash with mixture of warm water and

-mild detergent, or

-baking soda (26 g [2 tablespoons] to .95 L [l quart] of water).

l Rinse and dry thoroughly.

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Contents Use And Care Guide lo/qq Page Your safety is important to us Help when you need itThank you for buying a Whirlpool* appliance Important Safety Instructions Help us help youParts And Features PanelBefore Using Your Refrigerator Cleaning your refrigeratorPlugging it Installing it properly Leveling itUsing Your Refrigerator Setting the controlsExterior moisture control SettingsChanging the control RecommendedAdjusting the door bins Adjusting the bin/shelf glidesUsing the egg bin Adjusting the lateral-adjust ShelfAdjusting the cantilever Refrigerator shelvesRemoving the meat drawer and cover Adjusting the crisper humidity control Removing the crispers and crisper coverRaising the ice compartment door Using the ice cube traysRemoving the freezer shelf On some modelsChanging the light bulbs Removing the base grille Understanding the sounds you may hearReversing the door swing Saving energyPart HOW to CleanCaring For Your Refrigerator What to USE1Holiday and moving care Short holidaysPart What to USE Power interruptions Long holidaysMoving Food Storage Guide Storing fresh foodStoring frozen food PackagingFreezing Before calling for assistance If You Need Assistance Or ServiceProblem Check the FollowingIf you need FSP* replace- ment parts+ Full FIVE-Y EAR Warranty Refrigerator WarrantyLength of Warranty Whirlpool will PAY forTM 18120122 DK 5194