Whirlpool EL7ATRRKB00 manual Cleaning, Changing the Light Bulb, Vacation and Moving Care

REFRIGERATOR CARE

Cleaning

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

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

Clean the refrigerator about once a month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.

To clean your refrigerator:

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

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

3.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 .95 L] of water).

4.Replace the removable parts.

5.Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save energy.

■Open the refrigerator door and remove the base grille by pulling down and out from the top.

■Remove the defrost pan and clean it using a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Hand wash, rinse, and dry it thoroughly.

■Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.

■Replace the defrost pan.

■Replace the base grille by putting the clips in the openings in the refrigerator panel. Push in until the base grille snaps into place.

6.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Changing the Light Bulb

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Remove the light shield. From the back of the light shield, pull forward and down.

3.Replace the light bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage.

4.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Vacation and Moving Care

Vacations

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re away, use these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.

1.Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow these steps.

1.Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2.Turn the control to the off position. See the “Setting the Control” section.

3.Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.

4.Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up.

Moving

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.

1.Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2.Turn the Control to the off position. See the “Setting the Control” section.

3.Unplug the refrigerator.

4.Empty water from the defrost pan.

5.Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.

6.Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.

7.Screw in the leveling legs so they don't scrape the floor. See the “Door Closing” section.

8.Tape the doors shut and the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the “Installation Instructions” section for preparation instructions.

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