Care & Cleaning - Kenmore ELITE 25374221700 Use & Care Manual

Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent
odor build-up.Wipe up any spills immediatelyand clean both sections at least twice a year. Never use any type of scouring pads,
brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher.
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When moving the refrigerator, puff straight out. Do not shift the refrigerator from side to side as this may tear or
gouge the floor covering, if the refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, be careful not to move the refrigerator
beyond the plumbing connections.
Damp objects stickto cold metal surfaces. Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands.
To avoid damage and help the refrigerator run as efficiently as possible, dean the condenser periodically.
Never use CHLORIDE to clean stainless steel
NOTES:
• Turningthe refrigerator temperature control to"(}"turns off the compressor, butdoes not disconnect electrical power to the
light bulb or other electrical components.
• Do not use razor blades orother sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing aahesive
labels. Any glue leftfrom tape or labels can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent or touch the glue
residuewith the sticky side of tape you have already removed. Do not remove the serial plate.
Care & Cleaning Table
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
excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls, light bulb
Liner • Baking soda and water or any electrical part.
Door Gaskets • Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
Drawers/Bins • Soap and water Do not 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 (See illustration on page
• Mild liquid sprays 5). Vacuum backside and 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.
Exterior and
Handles • Soap and water _ Never use CHLORIDE to clean stainless steel.
• Ammonia Clean stainless steel front and handles with soapy water. Use ammonia on
(Stainless • Stainless Steel stubborn spots. Use a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. These cleaners can
Steel Models Cleaners be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores.
Only)
Condenser • Condenser Cleaning No need to clean unless operating refrigerator under particularly dusty or greasy
Coils Brush is available from conditions, or if there is significant pet traffic in your home. If cleaning is
(Fan-cooled your dealer, necessary, remove toe grille and use extended vacuum attachment and
models only) • Vacuum Cleaner condenser cleaning brush to remove dust build-up from condenser coils (see item
"J" in illustration on page 18 for location).
Condenser
Coils • Vacuum Cleaner 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
(Air-cooled refrigerators only.
models only)
Defrost Water • Soap and water Some models have defrost water pan located on top of compressor at bottom rear
Pan of refrigerator (see illustration on next page). Remove access panel at rear of
refrigerator and wipe water pan with damp cloth. NOTE: The defrost water pan is
NOT removable.
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