Cleaning-Conmdensor Fins; Moving And Vacation - GE Monogram Use And Care Manual

To clean the condenser fins:
Cleaning the
First turn off the power at the circuit
condensor
breaker or fuse box. Wait about 30 minutes
fins
for the condenser area to cool. Then
remove the decorative panel by lifting up
and toward you.
Use a soft bristle brush to loosen dust and
lint on the condenser fins. Use a vacuum
hose to remove soil.
After cleaning: Reconnect power at the
fuse box or circuit breaker.
Replace the decorative panel.
For extended vacations or absences,
Preparing
remove food and shut off power to the
for vacation
refrigerator at the fuse box or circuit
breaker. Clean the interior with a baking
soda solution of 1 tablespoon of soda to
1 quart of water. Wipe dry. To prevent
odors, leave an open box of soda in the
refrigerator. Leave doors open.
Preparing
Secure all loose items such as grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them
to move
securely in place to prevent damage.
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Care and Cleaning
Built - In Refrigerators
Plug
For shorter vacations, remove perishable
foods and leave controls at regular settings.
However, if the room temperature is
expected to drop below 60°F., follow the
same instructions as for extended
vacations.
Move the icemaker feeler arm to the STOP
(up) position and be sure to shut off the
water supply to the refrigerator.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright
position during moving.
Decorative panel
Condenser fins
Condenser fins