Maintenance Cleaning - LG MFL62184434 Owner's Manual

34 MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both
sections about once a month to prevent odors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
Always unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
General Cleaning Tips General Cleaning Tips
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
Remove all removable parts, such as
shelves, crispers, etc.
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and
a mild detergent in warm water after
allowing the shelves to warm to near
ambient temperature. Do not use
abrasive or harsh cleaners.
Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces
thoroughly.
Exterior Exterior
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
automotive paste wax). Apply wax with a
clean, soft cloth.
For products with a stainless steel exterior,
use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive
or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft
cloth.
CAUTION
Do not use a rough cloth or sponge
when cleaning the interior and exterior
of the refrigerator.
Do not place your hand on the bottom
surface of the refrigerator when
opening and closing.
WARNING
Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do
so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
Inside Walls (Disconnect the power Inside Walls (Disconnect the power
and allow freezer to warm up so the and allow freezer to warm up so the
cloth will not stick) cloth will not stick)
To help remove odors, you can wash the inside
liner of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking
soda and warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons of
baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g soda
to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is
completely dissolved so it does not scratch the
surfaces of the refrigerator.
Door Liners and Gaskets Door Liners and Gaskets
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use cleaning
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches,
or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic
refrigerator parts.
Plastic Parts (covers and panels) Plastic Parts (covers and panels)
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use window
sprays, abrasive cleansers, or flammable fluids.
These can scratch or damage the material.
Condenser Coils Condenser Coils
Use a vacuum cleaner with an attachment to
clean the condenser cover and vents. Do not
remove the panel covering the condenser coil
area.