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Cleaning—Outside
The
water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be wiped dry
immediately
to
prevent spotting, Water left on the shelf may leave
deposits that you can remove
by
soaking with undiluted vinegar. You
can also use a paste of non-precipitating water softener (such as
Calgon
brand) and water, or I teaspoon (5 ml) of citric acid powder
per pint (500 ml) of hot tap water. Soak until the deposit disappears or
becomes loose enough to rinse away. Usually
30
minutes
sofiking
time
is adequate. Avoid using wax on the spill shelf and trim.
The door handles and trim can be cleaned with a cloth dampened
with a solution of mild liquid dishwashing detergent
and
water.
Dry
with a soft cloth. Don’t use wax on the door handles
~nd
trim.
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened
witt
kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry and
polish with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a
soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue that
can
erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners,
bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the refrigerator
is a high quality, baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay
new-looking and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of
kitchen/applianct
wax when the refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year.
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.
WR97X0216)
is available
from Service and Parts Centers.
Cleaning—Inside
Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments should be cleaned
at least once a year. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this is
not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution—about a tablespoon
(I5 ml) of baking soda to a quart ( 1 L) of water. This both cleans
and
neutralizes odors. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry,
Other parts of the refrigerator—including door gaskets, meat and
vegetable drawers, ice storage bin and ail plastic part—can be
cleand
the same way. After cleaning door gaskets, apply a thin layer
of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. This helps
keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape. Do not use
cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water
bectiuse
the extreme
temperature difference may cause them to break.
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the
rear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf. Change the box every
3
months. An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale
freezer odors.
Do not wash any plastic parts from your refrigerator in
your automatic dishwasher.
Drain opening in freezer compartment.
During yearly cleaning, remove bottom freezer
basket and flush a solution of baking soda —
1 teaspoon (5 ml) and 2 cups (500 ml) of hot
(not boiling) water— through the drain line with
the help of a meat baster. This will help eliminate
odor and reduce the likelihood of a clogged drain
line. If drain becomes clogged, use a meat baster
and
baking-soda-and-water solution to force the
clog through the drain line.
Behind Refrigerator
Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away
from
the wall.
All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned
coverings and those with embossed surfaces. Pull the refrigerator
straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in. Moving
your refrigerator in a side direction may result in
damage
to your
floo[
covering or refrigerator.
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t roll over the
power cord or
icemaker supply line (on some models).
Under Refrigerator
For most efficient operation,
you need to keep the area under the
refrigerator clean. Remove the base
grille and either sweep away or
vacuum up dust that is readily
~ccessible.
For best results, use a
brush specially designed for this
purpose. It is available at most
appliance parts stores. This easy
ci~aning
operation should be done
/
at least~n;e a year.
Clean the condenser coils
at least once a year.
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