Vacation And Moving Tips - Electrolux ei28bs55is1 Use And Care Manual

Care and Cleaning
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Care and cleaning tips
Part
Interior &
Door Liners
Door Gaskets • Soap and water
Drawers &
Bins
Glass
Shelves
Toe Grille
Exterior &
Handles
Exterior &
Handles
(Stainless
Steel Models
Only)

Vacation and moving tips

Occasion
Short Vacations
Long Vacations
Moving
Cleaning Agents
• Soap and water
• Baking soda and
water
• Soap and water
• Soap and water
• Glass cleaner
• Mild liquid sprays
• Soap and water
• Mild liquid sprays
• Vacuum
• Soap and water
• Non abrasive glass
cleaner
• Soap and water
• Stainless steel
cleaners
Tips
• Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three weeks or less.
• Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.
• Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only
be gone a few days.
• Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.
• Turn the cooling system off (see "Controls" section for location of On/Off
button) and disconnect power cord.
• Turn water supply valve to closed position.
• Clean interior thoroughly.
• Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block doors
open if necessary.
• Remove all food and ice.
• If using a handcart, load from the side.
• Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
• Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface.
Tips and Precautions
• Use two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of
warm water.
• Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth
before cleaning around controls, light bulb or any
electrical part.
• Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
• Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks.
• Do not wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.)
in dishwasher.
• Allow glass to warm to room temperature before
immersing in warm water. Sudden temperature
changes can cause glass breakage.
• Remove toe grille (see Installation Instructions).
• Vacuum both sides and wipe with sudsy cloth or
sponge. Rinse and dry.
• 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.
• 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 instruction. Do not use
household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach.
• NOTE: Always clean, wipe and dry with grain to
prevent scratching.
• Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild
liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean
soft cloth.