Care And Cleaning - GE Refrigerators Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
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Cleaning the Outside
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue
that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Protect the paint finish . The finish on the outside of the refrigerator is a high quality,
baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-free for
years. Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax when the refrigerator is new, and then
at least twice a year.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning around the control.
Use warm water and baking soda solution–about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 liter) of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe
dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator–including door gaskets, fruit and vegetable drawers,
and all plastic parts–can be cleaned the same way.
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Move the
control to the "0" position, and clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one
tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water. Leave the door
open.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and fruit/vegetable bin by taping them securely
in place to prevent damage.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.