Installation Instructions
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Care and Cleaning
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 pad for 3 seconds. Clean with warm water and 
baking soda solution—about a tablespoon (15 ml) of 
baking soda to a quart (1 l) of water. Rinse thoroughly 
and wipe dry.
The door handles and trim. Clean with a cloth 
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The stainless steel doors and door handles (on some 
models) can be cleaned with a commercially available 
stainless steel cleaner. Cleaners with oxalic acid such 
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tarnish and small blemishes. Use only a liquid cleanser 
free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush lines with 
a damp soft sponge. 
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steel.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly 
dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish 
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wet towel. These may leave a residue that can erode 
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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 
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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 
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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.
CAUTION
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with warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and 
covers 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.
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dishwasher.
The chill/thaw tray is dishwasher safe.
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 
don’t roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on 
some models).
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