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Care & Cleaning
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Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions

Interior & Door
Liners
•Soap and water
•Baking soda and
water
•Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water.
•Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before
cleaning around controls, light bulb or any electrical part.
Door Gaskets •Soap and water •Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
Drawers & Bins •Soap and water •Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks.
•Do not wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in
dishwasher.
Glass Shelves •Soap and water
•Glass cleaner
•Mild liquid
sprays
•Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in
warm water.
Toe Grille •Soap and water
•Mild liquid
sprays
•Vacuum
attachment
•Vacuum dust from front of toe grille.
•Remove toe grille (see Installation Instructions).
•Vacuum backside and wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge. Rinse
and dry.
Exterior &
Handles
•Soap and water
•Non abrasive
glass cleaner
•Do not use commercial household cleaners containing
ammonia, bleach or alcohol to clean handles.
•Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles.
•Do not use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors.
Exterior &
Handles
(Stainless Steel
Models Only)
•Soap and water
•Stainless steel
cleaners
•Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean
stainless steel.
•Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy
water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth.
•Use a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. These cleaners can
be purchased at most home improvement or major department
stores. Always follow manufacturer’s instruction. Do not use
household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach.
•NOTE: Always clean, wipe and dry with grain to prevent
scratching.
•Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid
detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.

Occasion Tips

Short Vacations •Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less.
•Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.
•Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only be gone
for a few days.
Long Vacations •Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.
•Turn the cooling system off (see “Controls” section for location of On/Off button)
and disconnect power cord.
•Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water supply valve to closed position.
•Clean interior thoroughly.
•Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block doors open if
necessary.
Moving •Remove all food and ice.
•If using handcart, load from side.
•Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
•Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface.