9 CARE AND M AINTENANCE
Reversing the Door Swing of Your Refrigerator
This appliance has the capability of the door opening from either the left or right side. The unit is
delivered to you with the door opening from the left side. S hould you desire to reverse the opening
direction, please call service for reversal instructions.
Using Your Ice Cube Tray
• Recommended thermostat setting for ice making is the
maximum setting, 5.
• Fill the ice cube tray two-thirds full with cold water or wit h
any liquid suitable for freezing and place the tray on the
floor of the freezer to freeze properly.
• Be sure the bottom of the tray is dry, otherwise it may stick
to the floor of the freezer.
• The best method of releasing ice cubes from the tray is to
hold the tray under cold tap water for a second.
• To eject ice cubes from the tray, place over an ice buck et and
twist slightly.
Cleaning Your Refrigerator
• Turn the temperature control to "0", unplug the refrigerator, and remove the food, shelves, and
trays.
• Wash the inside surfaces with a warm water and baking soda so lution. The solution should be
about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water.
• Wash the shelves and trays with a mild detergent solution .
• The outside of the refrigerator should be cleaned with m ild detergent and warm water.
• Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth before cleanin g the area of the controls, or any
electrical parts.
• Wash the outside cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with
a clean soft cloth.
Vacation Time
• Short vacations: Leave the refrigerator operating during vacations of less than thr ee weeks.
• Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug
the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. T o prevent odor and mold growth, leave
the door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary.
Moving Your Refrigerator
• Remove all the food.
• Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator.
• Turn the front leveling legs up to the base to avoid dam age.
• Tape the door shut.
• Be sure the refrigerator stays secure in the upright position d uring transportation. Also protect the
outside of refrigerator with a blanket, or similar item .
Energy Saving Tips
• The refrigerator should be located in the coolest area of the room , away from heat producing
appliances, and out of the direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the r efrigerator. Overloading the
refrigerator forces the compressor to run longer.