GE PFH28 series, Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions

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Care and Cleaning
CARE AND
CLEANING
Cleaning the Outside
The stainless steel panels, door handles and
trim.
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stainless steel cleaner. Cleaners with oxalic acid such as
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cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush
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wax or polish on the stainless steel.
Silver-accented plastic parts.
Wash parts with soap or other mild detergents. Wipe
clean with a sponge, damp cloth or paper towel.
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cleaners containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Should spill tray need cleaning use lime remover.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors , leave an open box of baking
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Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
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sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or
controls.
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between the doors.
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wipe dry.
CAUTION
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coverswith 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.
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.
Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front of the
refrigerator.
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.
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When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you
don’t roll over the power cord or water supply line.
Preparing for Vacation
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unplug the refrigerator. Clean the interior with a baking
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qualified service technician drain the water supply
system to prevent serious property damage due to
flooding.
1. Turn refrigerator off or unplug the refrigerator.
2. Empty ice bucket
3. Turn water supply off
If you cut the water supply off, turn off the ice
maker.
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1. Replace the water filter.
2. Run 2 gallons of water through the cold water
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