49-60763 Rev. 4
Care and Cleaning
CARE
AND CLEANING
Cleaning the Outside
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors,
leave an open box of baking
soda in the freezer.
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wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when
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water and baking soda solution--about a tablespoon (15 ml)
of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. This both cleans
and neutralizes odors. Thoroughly rinse and wipe dry.
CAUTION
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water when they are cold. Glass shelves 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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bleach or ammonia. They may damage the freezer.
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of
petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side.
This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending
out of shape.
No Defrosting
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It has been pre-set at the factory to defrost itself
automatically.
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door is opened while the freezer is in the automatic
defrosting cycle.
Directions for Cleaning Outside Surfaces, Door Handles, and Trim
DO USE
DO NOT USE
Soft, clean cloth or sponge
Abrasive cloths, scrubbing sponges, scouring or steel
wool pads
Mild detergent mixed with warm water
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Appliances parts store for approved stainless steel
cleaners:
GEAppliancesparts.com
or call
877.959.8688
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Soft Cleanser™ can be used to remove surface rust,
tarnish and small blemishes.
Abrasive powders or sprays
Window Sprays or Ammonia
Citrus or plant oil-based cleaners
Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners
Oven cleaners
Cleaners containing acetone (propanone)
Any cleaner with WARNING about plastic contact
NOTE: DO NOT
allow stainless steel cleaner to come in contact with any plastic parts such as trim pieces, handle
hardware and liners. If unintentional contact of cleaners with plastic parts does occur, clean plastic part with a
sponge and mild detergent mixed with warm water.
