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 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. How-
| ever, clean both about once a |
I . | month to help prevent odors |
from building up. Wipe up spills | |
a | right away. |
To clean your refrigerator, turn the Refrig- erator Control to OFF, unplug it, take out all removable parts, and clean the refrigerator according to the following directions.
Personal Injury Hazard
Refrigeration system tubes are located near the defrost pan and can become hot. Remove and install defrost pan carefully.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
PART
Removable parts (shelves, crisper, etc.)
Outside
Inside walls (allow freezer to warm up so cloth won’t stick)
WHAT TO USE
Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water
Sponge, cloth or paper towel with mild detergent, warm water, and an appliance wax (or good auto paste wax)
Sponge, soft cloth or paper towel with baking soda or mild detergent and warm water
HOW TO CLEAN
lHand wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
lWash outside of cabinet. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
lWipe and dry thoroughly.
lWax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year. Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth. Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protectlon. Do not wax plastic parts.
lWash with mixture of warm water and
-mild detergent, or
-baking soda (2 tablespoons
[26 g] to 1 quart [.95 L] of water).
lWipe and dry thoroughly.
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