Refrigerator Care; Cleaning; Exterior Cleaning; Interior Cleaning - Whirlpool WRF757SDEM Use & Care Manual

Cleaning

WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.
However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid
buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.

Exterior Cleaning

Please see the exterior cleaning information specific to your
model.
Style 1 - Smooth Door
IMPORTANT: Damage to smooth finish due to improper use of
cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning
products, is not covered under the warranty. Sharp or blunt
instruments will mar the finish.
DO USE
✔ Soft, clean cloth
✔ Warm, soapy water -
use a mild detergent
NOTE: Paper towels scratch and may dull the clear coat of the
painted door. To avoid possible damage use only soft clean
clothes to polish and wipe the door.
DO NOT USE
✘ Abrasive cloths
✘ Paper towels or newsprint
✘ Steel-wool pads
✘ Abrasive powders or liquids
✘ Window sprays
✘ Ammonia
✘ Acidic or vinegar based
cleaners
✘ Oven cleaners
✘ Flammable fluids

REFRIGERATOR CARE

Style 2 - Stainless Steel
IMPORTANT:
Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of
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cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning
products, is not covered under the warranty.
DO USE
✔ Soft, clean cloth
✔ Warm, soapy water
✔ For heavy soil, ONLY a
stainless steel cleaner
designed for
appliances. To order
the cleaner, see
"Accessories."
NOTES:
If unintentional contact does occur, clean plastic part with a
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sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly
with a soft cloth.
Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is
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nonabrasive. Many liquid cleansers formulated to be gentle
on tile and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel.
Citric acid permanently discolors stainless steel. To avoid
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damaging the finish of your stainless steel refrigerator:
Do not allow these substances to remain on the finish
✘ Mustard
✘ Tomato juice
✘ Marinara sauce

Interior Cleaning

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a
mild detergent in warm water.
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as
window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids,
cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or
cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts,
interior and door liners or gaskets.
3. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
DO NOT USE
✘ Abrasive cloths
✘ Paper towels or newsprint
✘ Steel-wool pads
✘ Abrasive powders or liquids
✘ Ammonia
✘ Citrus-based cleaners
✘ Acidic or vinegar-based
cleaners
✘ Oven cleaners
✘ Stainless steel cleaner is for
stainless steel parts only! Do
not allow the Stainless Steel
Cleaner and Polish to come
into contact with any plastic
parts such as the trim pieces,
dispenser covers or door
gaskets.
✘ Citrus-based sauces
✘ Citrus-based products
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