Care

Care

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 buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.

Exterior Cleaning

Please see the exterior cleaning information specific to your model.

Style 1 - Smooth Door

IMPORTANT: Damage to smooth finish due to improper use of cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning products, is not covered under the warranty. Sharp or blunt instruments will mar the finish.

DO USE

 

DO NOT USE

 

 

 

Soft, clean cloth

Abrasive cloths

 

Paper towels or newsprint

 

Steel-wool pads

Style 2 - Stainless Steel

IMPORTANT:

Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning products, is not covered under the warranty.

DO USE

 

DO NOT USE

 

 

 

Soft, clean cloth

Abrasive cloths

 

Paper towels or newsprint

 

Steel-wool pads

 

 

 

Warm, soapy water

Abrasive powders or liquids

 

Ammonia

 

Citrus-based cleaners

 

Acidic or vinegar-based

 

 

cleaners

 

Oven cleaners

 

 

 

For heavy soil, ONLY a

Stainless steel cleaner is for

stainless steel cleaner

 

stainless steel parts only! Do

designed for

 

not allow the Stainless Steel

appliances. To order

 

Cleaner and Polish to come

the cleaner, see

 

into contact with any plastic

“Accessories.”

 

parts such as the trim pieces,

 

 

dispenser covers or door

 

 

gaskets.

 

 

 

NOTES:

If unintentional contact does occur, clean plastic part with a

 

sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly

 

with a soft cloth.

Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is

 

nonabrasive. Many liquid cleansers formulated to be gentle

Warm, soapy water - use a mild detergent

Abrasive powders or liquids

Window sprays

Ammonia

Acidic or vinegar based cleaners

Oven cleaners

Flammable fluids

on tile and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel.

Citric acid permanently discolors stainless steel. To avoid

damaging the finish of your stainless steel refrigerator:

Do not allow these substances to remain on the finish

Mustard

Citrus-based sauces

Tomato juice

Citrus-based products

Marinara sauce

NOTE: Paper towels scratch and may dull the clear coat of the painted door. To avoid possible damage use only soft clean clothes to polish and wipe the door.

Interior Cleaning

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.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.

NOTE: 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.

3.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

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Maytag W10558104A manual Refrigerator Care, Style 1 - Smooth Door, Style 2 - Stainless Steel, Exterior Cleaning, Do Use