■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, 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.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. 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.
5.Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save energy.
Style 1 - Condenser coils behind base grille:
■Remove the base grille (see the “Base Grille” section).
■Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
■Replace the base grille when finished.
Style 2 - Condenser coils in back of the refrigerator:
■Pull refrigerator out away from the wall (see the “Unpacking Your Refrigerator” section).
■Vacuum coils when they are dusty or dirty.
■Roll refrigerator back into place. Make sure to leave 1 in. (2.5 cm) between the cabinet back and the wall.
■Check to see if the refrigerator is level.
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.
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 a
4.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Power Interruptions
If the electricity in your house goes off, call the power company and ask how long it will be off.
1.If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep both refrigerator doors closed to help food stay cold and frozen.
2.If the power will be out for more than 24 hours:
a)Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.
OR
b)Place 2 lbs (907 g) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for two to four days.
OR
c)If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available, consume or can perishable food at once.
REMEMBER: A full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.
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.
2.If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
■Raise wire
■Shut off water supply to the ice maker.
3.Empty the ice bin.
If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave,
follow these steps.
1.Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2.If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
■Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.
■When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire
3.Depending on your model, turn the Thermostat Control or Refrigerator Control to OFF. See the “Setting the Controls” section.
4.Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.
5.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.If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
■Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.
■Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator.
■When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire
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