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REFRIGERATOR CARE
Cleaning
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.
However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid build-
up of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
To Clean Your Refrigerator:
1. Remove the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”
2. Press power switch to OFF.
3. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves,
crispers, etc.
4. 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.
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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.
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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).
5. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do
not use abrasive or harsh cleaners, or cleaners containing
chlorine. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
NOTE: To keep your Stainless Steel refrigerator looking like
new and to remove minor scuffs or marks, it is suggested that
you use the manufacturer’s approved Stainless Steel Cleaner
and Polish.
IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for Stainless Steel parts only!
Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish to come
into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces,
dispenser covers or door gaskets. If unintentional contact
does occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild
detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. To
order the cleaner, see “Accessories.”
6. Clean the condenser coils located behind the top grille
ventilation panel regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as
often as every other month. This may help save energy.
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Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to
clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
7. Press the power switch to ON.
8. Replace the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”
Changing the Light Bulbs
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to
replace the bulb with one of the same size and shape. All lights
require a 40-watt maximum appliance bulb. Replacement bulbs
are available from your dealer or appliance store.
1. Remove the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”
2. Press the power switch to OFF.
3. Remove light shield when applicable as shown.
NOTE: To clean a light shield, wash it with warm water and a
liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well.
4. Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size,
shape and wattage.
5. Replace light shield when applicable as shown.
6. Press the power switch ON.
7. Replace the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”
Refrigerator Control Panel Lights
There are two or three light bulbs located in the top front of the
refrigerator compartment behind a light shield.
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Open the light shield. Grasp the light shield by the openings.
Gently push back and pull down, as shown, to access the
light bulbs.
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Remove the light bulb and replace it with one of the same
size, shape and wattage.
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Close the light shield by raising it up into place.
NOTE: If needed, clean the light shield with a damp soft cloth.
Freezer and Crisper Lights
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Remove the light shield by grasping the sides and squeezing
in toward the center. Once the side hooks of the shield are free
from the freezer or crisper lining, pull down the shield.
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Replace the light shield by squeezing the top and bottom
toward the center and inserting the hooks into the slotted
holes. Once the hooks are in place, snap the front tab into the
slotted hole.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
A. Light shield
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