CLEANING YOUR
REFRIGERATOR
w w WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections
defrost automatically. However, clean both
sections about once a month to prevent odors
from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.
To clean your refrigerator.
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
Remove all removable parts from inside,
such as shelves, crispers, etc.
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use
abrasive or harsh cleaners.
Hand wash, rinse, and dry all surfaces
thoroughly.
Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Additional cleaning tips are listed below:
PART
COMMENTS
Outside
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 auto 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.
Inside walls
To help remove odors, you
(allow
can wash the inside of the
freezer to
refrigerator with a mixture of
warm up so
baking soda and warm water.
cloth won't
Mix 2 tablespoons soda to 1
stick)
quart of water (26 g soda to 1
liter water.) Be sure the soda
is completely dissolved so it
is not abrasive and doesn't
scratch the surfaces of the
refrigerator.
Door liners
Do not use cleaning waxes,
and gaskets
concentrated detergents,
bleaches, or cleaners
containing petroleum on
plastic parts.
Plastic parts
Do not use paper towels,
(covers and
window sprays, abrasive
panels)
cleansers, or flammable
fluids. These can scratch or
damage material.
Condenser
Remove base grille. (See
coils
the Base grille section on
page 6.)
Use a vacuum with an
extended attachment to
clean condenser coils.
Vacuum coils when dusty or
dirty.
Coils may need to be
cleaned as often as every
other month.
Replace base grille.
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