Behind the Refrigerator
Be careflfl when lnoving
the refrigerator
away from the wall. All types of floor
coverings
can be damaged,
particularly
cushioned
coverings
and those _ith
embossed
sm{hces.
Pull tile refrigerator
straight
out and remm
it to position
by pushing
it straight
in.
Moving
the refiigerator
in a side direction
may result in damage
to the floor covering
or refiigerator.
When pushing the refrigerator
back,
make sure you don't roll over the power
cord or icemaker supply line (on some
models).
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Clean the condenser
coils at least
once a year.
Under the Refrigerator
For most efficient operation,
keep tile
area under tile refrigerator
clean. Remove
the base _'ille and sweep away or vacuum
tip dust.
For best resuks, use a brash specially
designed fbr tiffs purpose. It is available at
most appliance parLs stores.
Toremovethebasegrille,open bodl doors,
_'asp die bottom of die _'ille and pull it out.
Toreplacebasegrille, line up tile clips on tile
back of the grille with the openings in the
base plate and push tile grille fol_vard until
it snaps into place.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove
food and unplug the refrigerator. Move tile
control to tile OFFor 0 position, and clean
the inmrior with a baking soda solution of
one tablespoon
(15 inl) of baking soda to
one quart (1 L) of water. Leave the doors
open.
Move die icemaker feeler arm (on some
models) to dm STOP (tip) position and shut
offtile water supply m tile refiigeramr.
If file telnperamre
can drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicer (kain tile water
supply systeIn (on some models) to prevent
serious property damage (hie m flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by taping them securely
in place to prevent damage.
Be surethe refrigeratorstays in an uprightposition duringmoving,
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