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 accessible
on the
condenser
coils°
TO REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE,
open both doors,
grasp the bottom
of the grille and pull it out_
TO REPLACE THE BASE
GRlt.LE, line up the clips on
the back of the grille with
the openings
in the base
plate and push the grille
forwaM
until it snaps
into place.
Clean the condenser
coils at least once a year,
Behind
Refrigerator
Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away
from the wall, M1 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' floor covering or refrigerator..
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you
don't roll over' the power cord or icemaker supply line.
When
You Go On Vacation
For extended
vacations
or absences, shut off power
to the refrigerator, turn the control to the OFF
position and clean the interior with a baking soda
solution of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to
one quart (1 L) ofwater, Wipe d_y,,To prevent odors,
leave an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator.
Leave the doors open. Move icemaker feeler arm to the
STOP (up) position and shut off water supply to
refrigerator.,
For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and
leave controls at their regular settings. However, if
room temperature is expected to drop below 60°E
(16°C), follow the same instructions as for extended
vacations.
When
You Hove
Disconnect
the power cord fIom the wall outlet,
remove all food, and clean and dly the interior.
SECURE ALL LOOSE
ITEMS such as shelves
and
drawers
by taping
them securely
in place to prevent
damage_
Be sure the refrigerator
stays in an upright
position
during
actual
moving
and in the van° It must
be
secured
in the van to prevent
movement.
Protect
the
outside
of the refi:igerator
with a blanket.
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