Crisper Humidity Control; Door Bin; Refrigerator Care; Cleaning - Whirlpool 5VEL88TRAQ00 Use & Care Manual

Crisper Humidity Control

(on some models)
You can adjust the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed
crisper using the settings between HIGH and LOW.
LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of
fruits and vegetables with skins.
n Fruit: Wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bag in
crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use.
Sort and keep berries in original container in crisper.
Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bag or plastic
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container and store in crisper.
HIGH (closed) keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of
fresh, leafy vegetables.
Leafy vegetables: Wash in cold water, drain and trim or tear
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off bruised and discolored areas. Place in plastic bag or
plastic container and store in crisper.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Clean the refrigerator about once a month to keep odors from
building up. Wipe up spills immediately.
To clean your refrigerator:
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves,
crispers, etc.
3. 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.
Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
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sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers
containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior
and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels,
scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can
scratch or damage materials.
To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a
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mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt
[26 g to 0.95 L] of water).
4. Replace the removable parts.
5. Use the appropriate cleaning method for your exterior finish.
Painted metal: Wash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft
cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive
or harsh cleaners, or cleaners designed for stainless steel.
Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
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To remove and replace the bin:
1. Remove the bin by tipping the front of the bin forward and
2. Replace the bin by sliding it in above the desired support

REFRIGERATOR CARE

Cleaning

6. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be
7. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Door Bin

sliding out.
tilting it back into place.
Stainless steel finish: Wash with a clean sponge or soft
cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive
or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
To keep your stainless steel refrigerator looking like new
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and to remove minor scuffs or marks, it is suggested that
you use the manufacturer's approved Stainless Steel
Cleaner and Polish.
IMPORTANT: This 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. If unintentional contact
does occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild
detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save
energy.
Open the refrigerator door and remove the base grille by
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pulling down and out from the top.
Remove the defrost pan and clean it using a clean
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sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
Hand wash, rinse, and dry it thoroughly.
n Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the
condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
Replace the defrost pan.
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n Replace the base grille by putting the clips in the
openings in the refrigerator panel. Push in until the base
grille snaps into place.