Cleaning & Maintenance
To avoid personal injury or property damage, read and follow all
cleaning product manufacturer's directions.
T o avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or
death, turn power disconnect switch to OFF before cleaning. After
cleaning, return power disconnect switch to ON position.
Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you can do to help
extend its life. This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during
a power outage.
Interior Surfaces
Wash the interior surfaces of your refrigerator with four tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in one quart of warm water. Use
a soft, clean cloth. Rinse these surfaces with warm water, and dry with a soft clean cloth.
DO NOT use the following to clean interior surfaces:
• Abrasive or harsh cleaners, such as ammonia or chlorine bleach
• Concentrated detergents or solvents
• Metal scouring pads
These products can scratch, crack and discolor your refrigerator's surfaces. Also, NEVER wash the ice bucket or shelves in the
dishwasher. They must be cleaned by hand.
Part
Removable parts
(shelves, drawers)
Front door panels
• stainless steel
• painted
Interior walls
( allow freezer to warm up so
cloth will not stick)
Door liners and
gaskets
Plastic parts
(covers, panels)
Super
Clog-Resistant™
Condenser*
* Under normal conditions, condenser is maintenance-free.
CAUTION
WARNING
Cleaning Chart
What to Use
Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm
water
Stainless steel cleaner
Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and
warm water. DO NOT use cleaners containing
chlorine bleach.
Sponge, soft cloth or paper towel with baking
soda or mild detergent and warm water
Sponge, soft cloth or paper towel with mild
detergent and warm water.
DO NOT use cleaning waxes, concentrated
detergents, or cleaners containing chlorine
bleach.
Soft, clean sponge or soft clean cloth with mild
detergent and warm water.
DO NOT use paper towels,
window sprays, or scouring
pads. These can scratch
and damage the fi nish.
Vacuum cleaner with
extended narrow
attachment
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How to Clean
Hand wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Wipe with soft cloth.
Hand wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Hand wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Wash, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
Wash, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
Vacuum coils
when dusty or dirty.