Hotpoint CSX24X warranty Care and Cleaning

Care and Cleaning

Cleaning—Outside

Solid state monitor system panels. Clean the panels on the outside and inside of the freezer compartment door with a soft, clean cloth lightly dampened with water. Do not use cleaning sprays or large amounts of water—theliquid can run down and damage the control mechanisms.

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. Y[Ju can also use a paste of non-precipitating water softener (such as Calgon brand) and water, or one teaspoon of citric acid powder per pint of hot tap water. Soak until the deposit disappears or becomes loose enough to rinse away. Usually 30 minutes soaking time is adequate. Avoid using wax on the spill shelf and trim.

The door handles and trim can be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid dishwashing detergent and water. Dry with a soft cloth. Don’t use wax on the door handles and trim.

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

Cleaning—Inside

Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments should be cleaned at least 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 solution—about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry.

Other parts of the refrigerator— including door gaskets, meat and vegetable drawers, icc storage bin and all plastic parts-can be cleaned the same way. Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners.

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 soda (one teaspoon) and two cups of hot (not boiling) water through the drain line with the help of a meat baster. This will help eliminate odor and reduce the likelihood of a clogged drain line.

Behind Refrigerator

Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in. Moving your refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to your floor covering or refrigerator.

Condenser

The condenser is located behind the base grille. For most efficient operation you need to keep the condenser clean. Remove the base grille (see page 4) and either sweep away or vacuum up dust that is readily accessible. This easy cleaning operation should be done at least once a year.

Conde-nser

Defrost Water Wn

Pan behind base grille should be cleaned at least once a year. When reinstalling pan, firmly push it ALL THE WAY IN until it stops.

and weaken the paint finish.

fiotect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the refrigerator is a high quality, baked-on paint jinish.

With proper care, it will stay ncw- Iooking and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax when the refrigerator is new

If drain becomes clogged, use a meat baster and baking-soda-and- water solution to force the clog through the drain line.

-—-.	,1
b “s==	- I ;

‘“ ‘“- m‘-—

[-””””-4[

Defrost water pan

and then at least twice a year.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner

(Cat. No. WR92X216) is available

from Hotpoint Appliance Parts

Marts.

Continue flushing until line is clear, then empty and replace the defrost water pan immediately.

17