Frigidaire 241540100 (1203) manual Care & Cleaning Tips, Vacation & Moving Tips

Care & Cleaning 33

CARE & CLEANING TIPS

Part	Cleaning Agents	Tips and Precautions
Interior & Door	• Soap and water	• Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water.
Liners	• Baking soda and	• Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around
	water	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	• Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in warm water.
	• Glass cleaner
	• Mild liquid sprays
Toe Grille	• Soap and water	• Vacuum dust from front of toe grille.
	• Mild liquid sprays	• Remove toe grille (see Installation Instructions.).
	• Vacuum attachment	• 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, ammonia, 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	• Soap and water
(Stainless Steel	• Ammonia
Models Only)
	• Stainless Steel
	Cleaners

•Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth.

•Wipe stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel, and rinse. 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.

•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.

VACATION & MOVING TIPS

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 page 15 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.

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