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CARE & CLEANING
Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer
and fresh food compartments at least twice a year. When cleaning, take the following precautions:
CAUTION
• Pull the refrigerator straight out to move it. Shifting it from side to side may damage flooring. Be careful not to move the
refrigerator beyond the plumbing connections.
• Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces. Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands.
NOTE
Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents,
bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior doors, gaskets or cabinet liners. Do not use paper
towels, scouring pads, or other abrasive cleaning materials.
Care & Cleaning Chart
Part
What To Use
Tips and Precautions
Interior/Door
Liner
•
Soap and water
•
Baking soda and
water
Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water.
Be sure to wring ex-
cess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls, light bulb
or any electrical part.
Door Gaskets
•
Soap and water
Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
Drawers/Bins
•
Soap and water
Do not wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in dishwasher.
Glass Shelves
•
Soap and water
•
Glass cleaner
•
Mild liquid sprays
Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in warm water.
Toe Grille
•
Soap and water
•
Mild liquid sprays
•
Vacuum attachment
Vacuum dust from front of toe grille. Vacuum backside and wipe with sudsy cloth or
sponge. Rinse and dry.
Exterior and
Handles
•
Soap and water
•
Non Abrasive
Glass Cleaner
Do not use commercial household cleaners containing ammonia, bleach or alcohol
to clean handles. Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles.
DO NOT use a dry
cloth to clean smooth doors.
Exterior and
Handles
(Stainless
Steel Models
Only)
•
Soap and water
•
Stainless Steel
Cleaners
CAUTION: Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.
Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse
with clean water and a soft cloth. Use a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. These cleaners
can be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores. Always follow
manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach.
NOTE: Always clean, wipe and dry with the grain to prevent cross-grain
scratching.
Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent.
Rinse well, and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
IMPORTANT
If you store or move your refrigerator in freezing temperatures, be sure to completely drain the water supply system. Failure to do so
could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is put back into service. Contact a service representative to perform this operation.
NOTE
If you set your temperature controls to turn off cooling, power to lights and other electrical components will continue until you unplug
the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface.
• Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.
• Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher.
• Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.
• Remove adhesive labels by hand. Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface.
• Do not remove the serial plate.
Refer to the guide on the next page for details on caring and cleaning specific areas of your refrigerator.
