Frigidaire GLHT186HB2 Use & Care Manual page 16

Keep yourrefrigerator andfreezer clean toprevent odorbuild-up. Wipe upanyspills immediately and clean both sections a t
least t wice ayear. N ever u seanytype ofscouring pads, b rushes, abrasive cleaners orstrong alkaline s olutions onanysurface.
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not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before
cleaning.
Care
Exterior and
Handles
& Cleaning Chart
Part What To Use Tips and Precautions
Interior/Door • Soap and water Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water. Be sure to wring
Liner • Baking soda and water excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls,
light bulb or any electrical part.
Door Gaskets • Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
Drawers/Bins • Soap and water Do net wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in dishwasher.
Glass Shelves • Soap and water Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in warm water.
• Glass cleaner
• Mild liquid sprays
Toe Grille • Soap and water Vacuum dust from front of toe grille. Remove toe grille Vacuum backside and
• Mild liquid sprays wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge. Rinse and dry.
• Vacuum attachment
Exterior and • Soap and water Do not use commercial household cleaners, ammonia, or alcohol to clean
Handles handles.
CAUTION: Never use CHLORIDE to clean stainless steel.
• Soap and water
• Ammonia
• Stainless Steel Cleaners
(Stainless Steel
Models Only)
Condenser • Condenser Cleaning
Coils Brush is available from
(Fan-cooled your dealer.
models only) • Vacuum Cleaner
Condenser
Coils • Vacuum Cleaner
(Air-cooled
models only)
Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy water and a
dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth. Wipe stubborn spots with an
ammonia-soaked paper towel, and rinse. Use a non-abrasive stainless steel
cleaner. These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or
major department stores. Always follow manufacturer's instructions.
NOTE: Always clean, wipe and dry with the grain to prevent cross-grain
scratching. Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid
detergent. Rinse well, and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
No need to clean unless operating refrigerator under particularly dusty or
greasy conditions, or if there is significant pet traffic in your home. If cleaning
is necessary, remove toe grille and use extended vacuum attachment and
condenser cleaning brush to remove dust build-up from condenser coils (see
item "J" in "NORNAL OPERATING SOUNDS & SIGHTS").
Use the dusting tool attachment on your vacuum to remove dust build-up on
the condenser coils (black tubes and wires) attached to the back of air-cooled
refrigerators only.
Defrost Water • Soap and water Some models have defrost water pan located on top of compressor at bottom
rear of refrigerator (see illustration on next page). Wipe water pan with damp
Pan cloth. NOTE: The defrost water pan is NOT removable.
Exterior • Soap and water
CAUTION: DO NOT use abrasive or stainless steel cleaners on Easy
• Mild liquid sprays
(Easy Care Care Stainless Steel Models. It will remove the protective finish.
Stainless Steel Use warm soapy water to clean Easy Care surfaces. Mild liquid sprays may
Models) be used on stubborn spots.
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