GE 20 Use And Care Manual page 12

FREEZERCO~ARWNT
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Deep Door Shelves in Freezer Compatiment
(on some models)
To remove the shelf fronts: Lift straightup until
the mounting hooks come out of the slots in the door.
To replace: Lineup the hooks with the slots in the door
and push in and down.
aning you can
compartment.
remove the shelf fronts
Cleaning—Ou@ide
Refreshment center compartment door+utside. It's important
thatyou use only window cleaner without ammonia or a damp cloth
to clean the glass and trim. Avoid using wax on the refreshment
center door.
The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be wiped dry
immediately to prevent spotting. Water left on the shelf may leave
deposits that you can remove by soaking in undiluted vinegar.
You
can also use a paste of non-precipitating water softener and water,
or one teaspoon (5 ml) of citric acid powder per pint (500 ml) of hot
tap water. Soak until the deposit disappears or becomes Ioose enough
to rinse away. Usually 30 minutes soaking time is adequate. Avoid
using wax on the spill shelf and trim.
The dispenser pad can be cleaned by using a warmwaterandbaking
soda solution—about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart
(1 L) of water. Rinse thorougMy with water and wipe dry.
The door handles with metal trim can be cleaned with a cloth
dampenedwith a solutionof mild liquid dishwashingdetergentand
water.
Dry
with a soft cloth. Don't use wax on the door handles with
metal trim.
Cleaning—Inside
Refreshment center compartment door—inside. W]pe up spills
right away. Use one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda in one quart
of water to cIean the inside door surface, refreshment center bin
and inside access door. Rinse, wipe dry.
Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments shouldbe cleaned
at
least once a year. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this is
not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution—about a tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 L) of water. This both cleans and
neutralizes odor. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator—including door gaskets, meat and
vegetable drawers, ice storage bin and all plastic parts+an be
cleaned the same way. After cleaning door gaskets, apply a thin layer
of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. This helps
keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape. If the freezer
baskets don't slide freely after cleaning, lubricate them with petroleum
jelly.
Do not use
cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners.
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the
rear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf. Change the box every three
months. An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale
freezer odors.
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The soft handles areeasy to clean if they are waxed every few
months.Use a householdwax to coat the handles. Soil will then
easily wash off with dish detergent and water or a non-abrasive
all-purpose cleaner.
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with
kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry and
polish with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a
soiled dishwashing 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.
fiotect the paint finish. The outside of the refrigeratorhas a high
quality,baked-onpaintfinish. W]thpropercare, it will stay new-
looklng andrust-freefor years. Apply kitchen/appliancewax when the
refrigerator is new andthen at least twice a year.
Do no$wash any plwtic pm from your refrigerator in
your automatic dishwasher.
Quick Serve dishes
(on
some models) and lids can be cleaned
in an automatic dishwasher or by hand with liquid dishwashing
detergent and water. You can remove stains by soaking them in a
bleach and water solution—l part chlorine bleach to 3 parts water.
(Stubborn stains may require soaking.) Use a plastic scouring pad
to remove burned-on soil.
Do not use
cleansing powders or other
abrasive cleaners.
Drain opening in the freezer
compartment. Duringyearlycleaning,
remove bottom freezer basket and flush
a solution of baking soda+ne teaspoon
(5 ml) and two cups (500 ml) of hot (not
boiling) water— through the drain line
with the help of a meat baster. This will
help eliminate odor and reduce the
likelihood of a clogged drain line.
If drain becomes clogged, use a meat
baster and baking-soda-and-water solution
to force the clog through the drain line,
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