User`s manual

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Your Refrigerator
 Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned
thoroughly.
 Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet.
 Remove all food content.
 Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth soaked in lukewarm water and baking
soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a
quart of water.
 Be sure to keep the door gasket (seal) clean to keep the unit running efficiently.
 The outside of the refrigerator should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm
water.
 Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.
 The condenser coils should be vacuumed when they are dusty or dirty.
Vacation Time
 Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet.
 Remove all the food.
 Clean the refrigerator.
 Leave the lid open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or
odors.
 Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be accessible to
child’s play.
 Short vacations: Leave the refrigerator operating during vacations of less than
three weeks.
 Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all
food and unplug the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent
odor and mold growth, leave the door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary or
have the door removed.
Moving Your Refrigerator
 Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet.
 Remove all the food and drinks.
 Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator.
 Tape the doors shut.
 Be sure the refrigerator stays in the upright position during transportation.