Although the refrigerator is not frost free, it is made to limit frost on the cooling fins. At regular
intervals, the temperature control system automatically melts most of the frost from the cooling fins.
The water from the cooling fins drains into a collection cup that is attached to the backof the
refrigerator. The heat of the cooling system evaporates the water from the collection cup.
It is normal for frost to collect inside the freezer. Excess frost decreases the cooling performance of
the refrigerator. Defrost the refrigerator as necessary:
• Remove all food from the refrigerator.
• Push the selector switch to the OFF position to shut down the refrigerator.
NOTE: Defrosting the refrigerator makes excess water inside the refrigerator.
• Put dry towels (etc.) inside the refrigerator to absorb the water.
• Put trays of hot water in the freezer until the frost is melted.
• Empty the drip tray.
• Remove the wet towels (etc.) and dry the interior.
• Put the drip tray and all food in the refrigerator.
• Ignite or start up the refrigerator.
CLEANING
A good time to clean the refrigerator is just after you defrost it. Clean the inside of the refrigerator as
often as necessary to avoid food odors:
• Remove all food from the refrigerator.
NOTE: Do not use abrasive cleaners, chemicals, or scouring pads because they can damage
the interior of the refrigerator. “Dawn”, “Fantastic”, and “Formula 409” are the
brand names of three products that are recommended to use.
• Wash the interior with a mild cleaner or a solution of liquid dish detergent and warm water.
• Rinse with a solution of baking soda and clean water.
• Dry with clean cloth.
• Put all food in the refrigerator.
DOOR SEALING
If either door does not seal correctly, excess frost will collect inside the refrigerator. Make sure the
doors seal correctly:
• Close each door on a piece of paper that is about the size and thickness of a dollar bill.
• Gently pull the paper.
• You should feel a slight drag between the gasket and the cabinet.
• Do this on all four sides of the door.
• If you do not feel a slight drag on the paper, the door does not seal correctly.
• Have your dealer or an authorized Service Center correct the seal of the door.
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