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Can Rack
To Remove and Replace the Rack:
1. Remove the rack by lifting it and pulling straight out.
2. Replace the rack by sliding it in above the supports and pushing
it down until it stops.
CONVERTIBLE REFRIGERATOR/
FREEZER CARE
Cleaning
Both the lower and upper compartments defrost automatically.
However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors
from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.
To Clean Your Convertible Refrigerator/Freezer:
1. Unplug convertible refrigerator/freezer or disconnect power.
2. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves,
crispers, etc.
3. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces
thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent
in warm water.
■ Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers
containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and
door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring
pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can scratch or
damage materials.
■
To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a
mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt
[26 g to 0.95 L] of water).
4. Wash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners,
or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a
soft cloth. For additional protection against damage to painted
metal exteriors, apply appliance wax (or auto paste wax) with a
clean, soft cloth. Do not wax plastic parts.
5. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal
operating environments. If the environment is particularly greasy
or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home, the
condenser should be cleaned every 2 to 3 months to ensure
maximum efficiency.
If you need to clean the condenser:
■ Remove the base grille. See “Convertible Refrigerator/
Freezer Doors.”
■
Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean the grille,
the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area of
the condenser.
■ Replace the base grille when finished.
6. Plug in convertible refrigerator/freezer or reconnect power.
Changing the Light Bulbs
NOTE: Not all bulbs will fit your convertible refrigerator/freezer. Be
sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and
wattage.
1.
Unplug convertible refrigerator/freezer or disconnect power.
2. Remove the bulb from behind the control panel in the lower
compartment or from behind the light shield in the upper
compartment (on some models). Replace it with a bulb of the
same wattage.
3. Plug in convertible refrigerator/freezer or reconnect power.
Power Interruptions
If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep both compartment
doors closed to help food stay cold and frozen.
If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, do one of the
following:
■ Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.
■ Place 2 lbs (907 g) of dry ice in the convertible refrigerator/freezer
for every cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the
food frozen for 2 to 4 days.
■ If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available, consume or can
perishable food at once.
REMEMBER: A full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled
one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of
baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be
refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the
condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.
Vacation and Moving Care
Vacations
If You Choose to Leave the Convertible Refrigerator/
Freezer On While You’re Away:
1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
If You Choose to Turn the Convertible Refrigerator/Freezer
Off Before You Leave:
1. Remove all food from the convertible refrigerator/freezer.
2. Turn the lower compartment control to OFF. Turn the upper
compartment control to FREEZE. See “Using the Controls.”
3. Hand wash, rinse and dry removable parts and interior surfaces
thoroughly.
4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop
them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold
from building up.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
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RECOMMENDED SETTING
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