GE 22 Serie Manual De Uso Y Cuidado página 42

CARE AND CLEANING OF THE
REFRIGERATOR
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser drip area
(on some models) beneath
the grille, should be wiped
dry� Water left in this area
may leave deposits� Remove
the deposits by adding
undiluted vinegar to the well� Soak until the deposits
disappear or become loose enough to rinse away�
The dispenser cradle (on some models) before cleaning,
lock the dispenser by pressing and holding the LOCK
CONTROL pad for 3 seconds� Clean with warm water
and baking soda solution, about a table spoon (15 ml) of
baking soda to a 1/4 liter of water� Rinse thoroughly and
wipe dry�
The door handles and trim clean with a cloth dampened
with soapy water� Dry with a soft cloth�
The stainless steel panels and door handles (on some
models) can be cleaned with a commercially available
stainless steel cleaner�
Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly
dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish
detergent� Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth�
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishcloth 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.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda
in the fresh food and freezer compartments�
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 table
spoon (15 ml) of baking soda to 1/4 liter of water� This
both clean sand neutralizes odors� Rinse and wipe dry�
Use of any cleaning solution other than that which is
recommended, especially those that contain petroleum
distillates, can crack or damage the interior of the
refrigerator� Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot
water because the extreme temperature difference may
cause them to break� Handle glass shelves carefully�
Bumping tempered glass can cause it to shatter� Do not
wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dish washer�
Behind the Refrigerator
Be careful when moving the 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 the
refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to
the floor covering or refrigerator.
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you do
not roll over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on
some models).
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug
the refrigerator� Clean the interior with a baking soda
solution of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to 1/4
liter of water� Leave the doors open�
If the temperature can drop below freezing, have a
qualified service drain the water supply system (on some
models) to prevent serious property damage due to
flooding.
Set the ice maker power switch to the O (off) position and
shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and pans by
taping them securely in place to prevent damage� When
using a hand truck to move the refrigerator, do not rest
the front or back of the refrigerator against the hand
truck� This could damage the refrigerator� Handle only
from the sides of the refrigerator�
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position
during moving.
Recommendations for energy savings
During a power outage prevented open doors, this will
help keep more time the internal temperature� Do not
locate the refrigerator near sources heat (furnaces,
stoves, air or put the direct rays of the sun) as this
affects performance, internal temperature and power
consumption. Do not overfill the refrigerator with food,
leave space between packages, and use the grills that
are provided for support them, in this way facilitates air
circulation and prevents a needed low yield� Open the
doors on fewer times as possible� Check that the door
remains closed�
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