Care and cleaning tips
Part
Cleaning Agents
Interior & Door
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Liners
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Door Gaskets
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Drawers & Bins
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Glass Shelves
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Toe Grille
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Exterior &
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Handles
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(Stainless Steel
Models Only)
Vacation and moving tips
Occasion Tips
Short
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Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three weeks or less.
Vacations
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Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.
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Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will
only be gone a few days.
Long
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Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.
Vacations
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Turn the cooling system off (see Controls section for location of On/
Off button) and disconnect power cord.
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Turn water supply valve to closed position.
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Clean interior thoroughly.
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Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block
doors open if necessary.
Moving
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Remove all food and ice.
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If using a handcart, load from the side.
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Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
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Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface.
Tips and Precautions
Soap and water
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Baking soda
and water
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Soap and water
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Soap and water
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Soap and water
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Glass cleaner
Mild liquid sprays
Soap and water
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Mild liquid sprays
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Vacuum
Soap and water
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Stainless steel
cleaners
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Care and Cleaning
Use two tablespoons of baking soda in
one 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.
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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