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Care & Cleaning
Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean both sections at
least twice a year. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any
surface. Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall
outlet before cleaning.
CAUTION:
•When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out. Do not shift the refrigerator from side to side as this may
tear or gouge the floor covering. If the refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, be careful not to move the
refrigerator beyond the plumbing connections.
•Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces. Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands.
•To avoid damage and help the refrigerator run as efficiently as possible, clean the condenser periodically.
NOTES:
•Turning the refrigerator temperature control to “0” turns off the compressor, but does not disconnect electrical
power to the light bulb or other electrical components.
•Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing
adhesive labels. Any glue left from tape or labels can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild
detergent, or, touch the glue residue with the sticky side of tape you have already removed. Do not remove the
serial plate. Care & Cleaning Chart
Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions
Interior/Door
Liner • 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 Do not wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in
dishwasher.
GlassShelves • 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
illustration on page 4). Vacuum backside and wipe with sudsy
cloth or sponge. Rinse and dry.
Exterior and
Handles • Soap and water Do not use commercial household cleaners, ammonia, or alcohol
to clean handles.
Exterior and
Handles
(Stainless
Steel Models
Only) • Soap and water
• Ammonia
• Stainless Steel
Cleaners
Clean stainless steel front and handles with soapy water. Use
ammonia on stubborn spots. Some stainless steel cleaners are
Sheila Shine, trademark of She ila Shine, Inc., and Stainless Steel
Magic, trademark of Magic American Corp.
Condenser
Coils • Vacuum attachment Use the dusting tool attachment on your vacuum to remove dust
build-up on the condenser coils (black tubes and wires) attached
to the back of air-cooled refrigerators. A vacuum may also be used
to clean the condenser mounted underneath fan-cooled
refrigerators (see item “J” in illustration on page 17 for location).
Defrost Water
Pan • Soap and water Some models have defrost water pan located on top of
compressor at bottom rear of refrigerator (see illustration on next
page). Wipe water pan with damp cloth.