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ExplosionHazard
Usenon-flammable 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 prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
GENERAL
CLEANING
TIPS
• Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
• Remove all removable parts, such as shelves,
crispers, etc. Refer to sections in Using Your
Refrigerator for removal instructions.
• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent
in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
• Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
• Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
OUTSIDE
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust
protection. Do not wax plastic parts. Wax painted metal
surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax (or auto
paste wax). Apply wax with a dean, soft cloth.
Do not use wax on stainless steel exteriors. Use a
product specially designed for polishing stainless steel
appliances, or clean with a soft cloth or clean sponge
and a mild detergent dissolved in warm water. Dry
thoroughly with a soft cloth.
NOTE: Avoid door surface contact with chemical
products that contain Phosphate or Chlorine.
INSIDE WALLS
(allow freezer
to warm up so
cloth won't
stick)
To help remove odors, you can wash the inside of the
refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water.
Mix 2 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g
soda to 1 litre water.) Be sure the baking soda is
completely dissolved so it does not scratch the surfaces of
the refrigerator.
DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS
Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergent,
bleaches, or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic
refrigerator parts.
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in
warm water. Wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
PLASTIC
PARTS (covers and panels)
Do not use windows sprays, abrasive cleaners, or
flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage the
material. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Wash, rinse and dry all surfaces
thoroughly.
BACK
COVER
ELECTRICAL
SHOCK HAZARD
Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or
turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.
NOTE: Back cover should
only be removed
by a
qualified
technician.
c eanthev
back cover. Use a vacuum
cleaner with the brush
attachment, at least twice a
year to keep your
refrigerator working
efficiently.
Electrical
Shock
Hazard
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug
the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker
or fuse box.
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator
Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size,
shape and wattage.
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