Vacation And Moving Tips - Kenmore Elite 970-7070 Series Use & Care Manual

Care & Cleaning (continued)

Vacation and Moving Tips

Occasion Tips
• Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three (3) weeks or less.
Short Vacations
• 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 (1) month or more.
Long Vacations
• 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.
Moving
• 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.
Care and Cleaning Tips
Part Cleaning Agents
• Soap and water
Interior &
Door Liners
• Baking soda and
water
• Soap and water
Door
Gaskets
• Soap and water
Drawers &
Bins
• Soap and water
Glass
Shelves
• Glass cleaner
• Mild liquid sprays
• Soap and water
Toe Grille
• Mild liquid sprays
• Vacuum
• Soap and water
Exterior &
Handles
• Non abrasive glass
cleaner
• Soap and water
Exterior &
Handles
(Stainless
Steel Models
• Stainless steel
Only)
cleaners
Tips and Precautions
• Use two (2) tablespoons of baking soda in one (1) 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.
• 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.
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