Caring for Your Refrigerator
Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during a power outage.
Cleaning your refrigerator
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both about
q once a month to help prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills right away.
. To clean your refrigerator, unplug it, take out all removable parts, and clean
the refrigerator according to the following directions.
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Burn Hazard
Refrigeration system tubes are near the defrost pan and can become hot.
Remove and install defrost pan carefully. Failure to do so could result in burns.
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Removable | parts | Sponge | or cloth | with | mild | l Hand wash, rinse, and dry | thoroughly. |
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| Sponge | or cloth | with | mild | l Remove | base | grille. |
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