Part number 20080, Rev 0
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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
These units require very little maintenance. They should be cleaned periodically to keep them
running efficiently. Use the cleaning agents and suggestions in the table below for best results.
CLEANING
PART
CLEANING AGENTS
TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS
Interior and
Door Liners
Soap and water
Baking soda and water
Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of
warm water
Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or
cloth before cleaning around controls, light bulb
or any electrical parts.
Door Gaskets
Soap and water
Wipe gaskets and their seating surfaces with a
clean soft cloth
Shelves
Soap and water
Do not wash removable shelves in dishwasher
Exterior and
Handles
Soap and water
Non Abrasive Glass
Cleaner
Do not use commercial household cleaners,
ammonia, or alcohol to clean handles
Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles
Do not use a dry cloth to clean smooth handles
STAINLESS STEEL CARE AND CLEANING
Use the proper tools-
When cleaning your stainless steel surfaces; take care to use non-
abrasive tools. Soft cloths and plastic scouring pads will not harm the steel’s passive layer.
Stainless steel pads can also be used, but the scrubbing motion must be in the directing of the
polishing lines.
Clean with the polish lines-
Some stainless steels come with visible polishing lines or “grain”.
When visible lines are present, you should always scrub in a motion that is parallel to them.
When the grain cannot be seen, play it safe and use a soft cloth or plastic scouring pad.
Use alkaline, alkaline chlorinated or non-chloride containing cleaners-
While many
traditional cleaners are loaded with chlorides, there is now an ever increasing choice of non-
chloride cleaners. If you are not sure of your cleaner chloride content, contact your cleaner
supplier. If they tell you that your present cleaner contains chlorides, ask if they have an
alternative. Avoid cleaners containing quaternary salts as they also can attach stainless steel
and cause pitting and rusting.
Treat your water-
Though this is not always practical, softening hard water can do much to
reduce deposits. There are certain filters that can be installed to remove corrosive elements.
If you are not sure of the proper water treatment, call a treatment specialist.
Keep your equipment clean-
Use proper cleaners at recommended strength. Clean frequently
to avoid build-up of hard stubborn stains.
