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Cleaning—Oubide
Refreshment center compartment
The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting. Water left on the shelf may leave deposits that you can remove by soaking in undiluted vinegar. You can also use a paste of
The door handles and trim can be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Protect the paint finish. The outside of the refrigerator has a high quality,
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WR92X0216) is available from GE Service and Parts Centers.
Cleaning—Inside
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Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments should be cleaned at lea: t once a year. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda
a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odor. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry.
Other parts of the
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf. Change the box every three months. An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors.
Do not wash any plastic parts from your refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher.
Drain opening in freezer compartment. During yearly cleaning, remove bottom freezer basket and flush a solution of baking
If drain becomes clogged, use a meat baster and baking-
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