GE 2 Cubic Foot Models Care and cleaning of the refrigerator, To defrost, After defrosting

Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Defrosting (on manual defrost models with freezer area)

Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the ice tray compartment becomes

1/4″ thick. Never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as

it may damage the cooling coils. (A punctured cooling coil will cause serious problems and void the warranty.) We recommend using a plastic scraper. Do not use any electrical device in defrosting your refrigerator.

To defrost:

■Remove foods and ice trays from the ice tray compartment.

■Set the temperature control dial at OFF position.

■On models without a drip tray, place a pan beneath the ice tray compartment to collect water.

Defrosting usually takes a few hours. To defrost faster, keep the door open. Also, pouring warm (not hot) water on the frosted part may speed defrosting. Do not use boiling water—it may damage plastic parts.

After defrosting:

■Empty water from the drip tray or from the pan placed beneath the ice tray compartment. Wash the tray or pan with warm water.

■Wipe the ice tray compartment with a damp cloth.

■Turn the temperature control to the desired setting and return food and ice trays to the refrigerator.

NOTE: If ice buildup is very thick, it may keep the ice tray compartment door from opening or closing completely. Don’t try to force it open; after defrosting, the door will open and close easily.

Defrosting (on cycle defrost all-refrigerator models)

Defrost whenever frost on the inside surfaces of the storage area becomes 1/8 ″ (3 mm) thick. Never use a heater of any kind, scraper or sharp metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the refrigerator or cooling coils. ( A punctured cooling coil will cause serious problems and void the warranty.)

To defrost, unplug the refrigerator or turn the temperature control dial to the OFF position. Remove the contents and wipe inside surfaces and shelves with a clean towel. If frost does not come off easily, allow the frost to melt somewhat and wipe off.

After defrosting, make sure inside surfaces are dry; then return the contents to the refrigerator, plug unit back in and set the temperature control to the desired setting.

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