Exterior Cleaning; Maintenance; Interior Cleaning - U-Line 1224RF User Manual & Service Manual

USER GUIDE
SAFETY • INSTALLATION & INTEGRATION • OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS •
Cleaning

EXTERIOR CLEANING

Vinyl Clad (Black or White)
Clean surfaces with a mild detergent and warm water
solution. Do not use solvent-based or abrasive
cleaners. Use a soft sponge and rinse with clean
water. Wipe with a soft, clean towel to prevent water
spotting.
Clean any glass surfaces with a non-chlorine glass
cleaner.
Stainless Models
Stainless door panels, handles and frames can
discolor when exposed to chlorine gas, pool
chemicals, saltwater or cleaners with bleach.
Keep your stainless unit looking new by cleaning with
a good quality all-in-one stainless steel cleaner and
polish monthly. For best results use Claire
Steel Polish and Cleaner. Comparable products are
acceptable. Frequent cleaning will remove surface
contamination that could
installations may require cleaning weekly.
Do not clean with steel wool pads.
Do not use stainless steel cleaners polishes on
any glass surfaces.
Clean any glass surfaces with a non-chlorine glass
cleaner.
Do not use cleaners not specifically intended for
stainless steel on stainless surfaces (this
includes glass, tile and counter cleaners).
If any surface discoloring or rusting appears, clean it
quickly with Bon-Ami ® or Barkeepers Friend
Cleanser ® and a nonabrasive cloth. Always clean with
the grain. Always finish with Claire
Polish and Cleaner or comparable product to prevent
further problems.
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® Stainless
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® Stainless Steel

MAINTENANCE

Using abrasive pads such as Scotchbrite™ will
cause the graining in the stainless steel to
become blurred.
Rust not cleaned up promptly can penetrate the
surface of the stainless steel and complete
removal of the rust may not be possible.
Integrated Models
To clean integrated panels, use household cleaner per
the cabinet manufacturer's recommendation.

INTERIOR CLEANING

Disconnect power to the unit.
Clean the interior and all removed components using
a mild nonabrasive detergent and warm water
solution applied with a soft sponge or non-abrasive
cloth.
Rinse the interior using a soft sponge and clean water.
Do not use any solvent-based or abrasive
cleaners. These types of cleaners may transfer taste
to the interior products and damage or discolor the
interior.
DEFROSTING
Under normal conditions this unit does not require
manual defrosting. Minor frost on the rear wall or
visible through the evaporator plate vents is normal
and will melt during each off cycle.
If there is excessive build-up of 1/4" (6 mm) or more,
manually defrost the unit.
Ensure the door is closing and sealing properly.
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