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CARING FOR Y OUR
REFRIGERATOR

Cleaning Y our Refrigerator

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost
automatically. However, clean both sections about once a
month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills
immediately.
Energy Saving Tip:
Clean the condenser coils regularly, as described in the
cleaning chart in this section
To clean your refriger ator:
■Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
■Remove all removable parts from inside, such as
shelves, crispers, etc.
■Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent
in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
■Hand wash, rinse, and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
■Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
■Additional cleaning tips are listed below:

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, shape,
and wattage.
To change the refrigerator light:
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Reach behind the Control Panel and unscrew the bulb.
3. Replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same
wattage.
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
To change freezer light:
(on some models)
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Reach behind light shield to remove bulb.
3. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,

or fire.

PAR T COM ME NT S
Outside ■Waxing external painted metal
surfaces helps provide rust
protection. Do not wax plastic
parts. Wax painted metal surfaces
at least twice a year using
appliance wax (or auto paste wax).
Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth.
Inside walls
(allow freezer
to warm up so
cloth won’t
stick)
■To help remove odors, you can
wash with a mixture of warm water
and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g
to .95 L] of water).
Door liners
and gaskets ■Do not use cleaning waxes,
concentrated detergents, bleaches,
or cleaners containing petroleum
on plastic parts.
Plastic parts
(covers and
panels)
■Do not use paper towels, window
sprays, scouring cleansers or
flammable fluids. These can
scratch or damage material.