Care & Cleaning Chart

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.

•When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out. Do not shift the refrigerator from side to side as this may damage the floor. 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 freezer and fresh food controls to “O” turns off the compressor, but does not disconnect electrical power to the light bulb or other electrical components. To turn off power to your refrigerator, you must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

•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.

Part		Cleaning Agents	Tips and Precautions
Interior/Door	•	Soap and water	Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water. Be
Liner	•	Baking soda and	sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before
		water	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.
Glass	•	Soap and water	Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in
Shelves	•	Glass cleaner	warm water.
	•	Mild liquid sprays

Toe Grille	•	Soap and water	Vacuum dust from front of toe grille. Remove toe grille (See
	•	Mild liquid sprays	illustration on page 4). Vacuum backside and wipe with sudsy
	•	Vacuum attachment	cloth or sponge. Rinse and dry.

Exterior and	•	Soap and water	Do not use commercial household cleaners, ammonia, or alcohol
Handles			to clean handles.

Exterior and	•	Soap and water	Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy
Handles	•	Ammonia	water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth.
(Stainless	•	Stainless Steel	Wipe stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel, and
Steel Models		Cleaners	rinse. Use a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. These cleaners
Only)			can be purchased at most home improvement or major
			department stores. Always follow manufacturer's instruction.
			NOTE: Always, clean, wipe and dry with the grain to prevent
			cross-grain scratching. Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm
			water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well, and wipe dry with a
			clean soft cloth.
Condenser	•	Vacuum attachment	Use the dusting tool attachment on your vacuum to remove dust
Coils			build-up on the condenser coils (see item “J” in illustration on page
			18 for location).

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