KitchenAid W10161714A manual Refrigerator Care, Cleaning, Changing the Light Bulbs

REFRIGERATOR CARE

Cleaning

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid build- up of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.

To Clean Your Refrigerator:

1.Remove the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”

2.Press power switch to OFF.

3.Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves, crispers, etc.

4.Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

■Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can scratch or damage materials.

■To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to 0.95 L] of water).

5.Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners, or cleaners containing chlorine. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For additional protection against damage to painted metal exteriors, apply appliance wax (or auto paste wax) with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wax plastic parts.

NOTE: To keep your Stainless Steel refrigerator looking like new and to remove minor scuffs or marks, it is suggested that you use the manufacturer’s approved Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish.

IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for Stainless Steel parts only!

Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish to come into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces, dispenser covers or door gaskets. If unintentional contact does occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. To order the cleaner, see “Accessories.”

6.Press the power switch to ON.

7.Replace the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”

Changing the Light Bulbs

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size and shape. All lights require a 40-watt maximum appliance bulb. Replacement bulbs are available from your dealer or appliance store.

1.Remove the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”

2.Press the power switch to OFF.

3.Remove light shield when applicable as shown.

NOTE: To clean a light shield, wash it with warm water and a liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well.

4.Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size, shape and wattage.

5.Replace light shield when applicable as shown.

6.Press the power switch ON.

7.Replace the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”

Refrigerator Control Panel Lights

There are two or three light bulbs located in the top front of the refrigerator compartment behind a light shield.

■Open the light shield. Grasp the light shield by the openings. Gently push back and pull down, as shown, to access the light bulbs.

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A. Light shield

■Remove the light bulb and replace it with one of the same size, shape and wattage.

■Close the light shield by raising it up into place.

NOTE: If needed, clean the light shield with a damp soft cloth.

Freezer and Crisper Lights

■Remove the light shield by grasping the sides and squeezing in toward the center. Once the side hooks of the shield are free from the freezer or crisper lining, pull down the shield.

■Replace the light shield by squeezing the top and bottom toward the center and inserting the hooks into the slotted holes. Once the hooks are in place, snap the front tab into the slotted hole.

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