Owners Manual
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Care and Cleaning
Care and cleaning tips
Vacation and moving tips
Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions
Interior &
Door Liners
Soap and
water
Baking soda
and water
Use two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of warm water.
Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before
cleaning around controls, light bulb or any electrical part.
Door Gaskets Soap and
water
Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
Drawers &
Bins
Soap and
water
Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks.
Do not wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in
dishwasher.
Glass Shelves Soap and
water
Glass cleaner
Mild liquid
sprays
Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in
warm water.
Toe Grille Soap and
water
Mild liquid
sprays
Vacuum
Remove toe grille (see Installation Instructions).
Vacuum both sides and wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge.
Rinse and dry.
Exterior &
Handles
Soap and
water
Non abrasive
glass cleaner
Do not use commercial household cleaners containing
ammonia, bleach or alcohol to clean handles.
Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles.
Do not use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors.
Exterior &
Handles
(Stainless
Steel Models
Only)
Soap and
water
Stainless steel
cleaners
Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean
stainless steel.
Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive
soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a soft
cloth.
Use a non-abrasive stainless steel
cleaner. These cleaners
can be purchased at most home improvement or major
department stores. Always follow manufacturer’s instruction.
Do not use household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach.
NOTE: Always clean, wipe and dry with grain to prevent
scratching.
Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid
detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
Occasion Tips
Short Vacations Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three weeks or less.
Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.
Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only be
gone a few days.
Long Vacations Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.
Turn the cooling system off (see “Controls” section for location of On/Off
button) and disconnect power cord.
Turn water supply valve to closed position.
Clean interior thoroughly.
Leave doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block doors open if
necessary.
Moving Remove all food and ice.
If using a handcart, load from the side.
Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface.