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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser well
(on some models),
beneath the grille, should be wiped dry.
Water left in the well 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 pad
(on some models). 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.
HINT:
Open the freezer door part way to prevent
dispensing of ice when cleaning.
The door handles and trim
(on some
models). Clean with a cloth dampened
with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth.
The soft door handles
(on some models) are
easy to keep clean if they are waxed every
few months. Use a household wax such as
Pledge brand or Jubilee brand to coat the
handles. Clean with soapy water or a non-
abrasive, all-purpose cleaner.
Keep the outside clean.
Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish
detergent. Dry and polish with a clean,
soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue
that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring
pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Press here to
remove grille.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors,
leave an open box of
baking soda in the fresh food and freezer
compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this
is not practical, wring excess moisture out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Use an appliance wax polish on the inside
surface between the doors.
Use warm water and baking soda solution—
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 l) of water. This both cleans
and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.
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.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some
models) with hot water because the extreme
temperature difference may cause them to
break. Handle glass shelves carefully. Bumping
tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in
the dishwasher
except Quick Serve dishes
and lids.
Under the Refrigerator
For most efficient operation, keep the area
under the refrigerator clean. Remove the
base grille and sweep away or vacuum
up dust.
For best results, use a brush specially
designed for this purpose. It is available
at most appliance parts stores.
Clean the condenser coils at least
once a year.
