Care and Cleaning
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking
soda in the freezer.
Unplug the freezer 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
(15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. This
both cleans and neutralizes odors. Thoroughly rinse and
wipe dry.
Cleaning the Outside
Directions for Cleaning Outside Surfaces, Door Handles, and Trim
Soft, clean cloth or sponge
Mild detergent mixed with warm water
Appliances parts store for approved stainless steel
cleaners: GEAppliancesparts.com or call 877.959.8688
Cleanser™ can be used to remove surface rust, tarnish
and small blemishes on stainless steel surfaces only.
NOTE: DO NOT allow stainless steel cleaner to come in contact with any plastic parts such as trim pieces, handle
hardware and liners. If unintentional contact of cleaners with plastic parts does occur, clean plastic part with a
sponge and mild detergent mixed with warm water.
No Defrosting
You never have to defrost your new No-Frost freezer.
It has been pre-set at the factory to defrost itself
automatically.
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DO USE
CAUTION
Do not clean glass shelves with warm
water when they are cold. Glass shelves may break if
exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as
bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter
into many small pieces if it breaks.
Do not wash any plastic freezer parts in the dishwasher.
Do not clean with any products containing detergent,
bleach or ammonia. They may damage the freezer.
After cleaning the 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
Abrasive cloths, scrubbing sponges, scouring or steel
wool pads
Abrasive powders or sprays
Window Sprays or Ammonia
Citrus or plant oil-based cleaners
Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners
Oven cleaners
Cleaners containing acetone (propanone)
Any cleaner with WARNING about plastic contact
During defrosting, a slight noise may be noticed if the
door is opened while the freezer is in the automatic
defrosting cycle.
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