Frigidaire 242008000 manual Care & Cleaning Tips

Care & Cleaning

Protecting your investment

Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year. When cleaning, take the following precautions:

•Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.

•Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher.

•Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.

•Remove adhesive labels by hand. Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface.

•Do not remove the serial plate.

Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, brushes, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior doors, gaskets or cabinet liners. Do not use paper towels, metallic scouring pads, or other abrasive cleaning materials or strong alkaline solutions.

NOTE

If you set your temperature controls to turn off cooling, power to lights and other electrical components will continue until you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

CAUTION

•Pull the refrigerator straight out to move it. Shifting it from side to side may damage flooring. 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.

IMPORTANT

If you store or move your refrigerator in freezing temperatures, be sure to completely drain the water supply system. Failure to do so could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is put back into service. Contact a service representative to perform this operation.

		Care & Cleaning Tips
Part		What To Use	Tips and Precautions
Interior & Door	•	Soap and water	Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water. Be sure to
Liners	•	Baking soda and water	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.
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. Remove toe grille (see Installation
	•	Mild liquid sprays	Instructions). Vacuum backside, wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge. Rinse
	•	Vacuum attachment	and dry.
Exterior &	•	Soap and water	Do not use commercial household cleaners containing ammonia, bleach or
Handles	•	Non Abrasive Glass Cleaner	alcohol to clean handles. Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles. DO
			NOT use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors.
Exterior &	•	Soap and water	Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.
Handles			Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy water and
(Stainless Steel	•	Stainless Steel Cleaners
Models Only)			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 im-
			provement or major department stores. Always follow manufacturer’s in-
			structions. Do not use household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach.
			NOTE: Always clean, wipe and dry with the 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.
Replacing Light	•	Unplug refrigerator	CAUTION: Wear gloves when replacing light bulbs to avoid get-
Bulbs	•	Wear gloves
	•	Remove light cover	ting cut.
	•	Replace old bulb	Use same wattage when replacing bulb
	•	Replace light cover
	• Plug in the refrigerator

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