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Adhesives
1.
Remove glue residue by rubbing toothpaste into
adhesive with fingers until adhesive loosens.
2.
Rinse surface with warm water. Dry surface with a
soft, clean cloth.
Door Gaskets
1.
Clean door gaskets every 3 months (or as required
to keep clean) according to
General instructions.
2.
Apply a light film of petroleum jelly to the hinge side
of door to keep gaskets pliable.
Condenser Coils
Clean condenser coil every 3 months to ensure
maximum performance of refrigerator. Accumulated dust
and lint may cause the following:
• reduced cooling performance
• increased energy usage
• premature part failure
1.
Remove toe grille by holding ends and pulling
forward.
2.
Clean front surface of condenser coil with a vacuum
cleaner hose nozzle.
3.
Replace toe grille by inserting clips in holes and
snapping in.
CAUTION
!
To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other
flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective
material. Verify stabilizing leg is raised before moving
refrigerator. Raise stabilizing leg by turning
counterclockwise.
4.
Pull refrigerator away from wall. Run a vacuum
brush across condenser fan outlet grille on back
of refrigerator.
Glass Shelves
CAUTION
!
To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle
tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break
suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden
temperature change.
Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal
track then pulling out. Place shelf on a towel. Allow shelf
to adjust to room temperature before cleaning.
Clean crevices by completing the following steps:
1.
Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into crevices
using a plastic bristle brush. Let set for 5 minutes.
2.
Spray warm water into crevices using faucet spray
attachment.
Care and Cleaning
CAUTION
!
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, connect
power.
CAUTION
!
To avoid personal injury or property damage, read and
follow all cleaning product manufacturer's directions.
General
1.
Wash surfaces with 4 tablespoons baking soda
dissolved in 1 quart warm water and a soft, clean
cloth.
2.
Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry surfaces with a
soft, clean cloth.
• Do not use the following items:
- abrasive or harsh cleaners, ammonia, chlorine
bleach, etc.
- concentrated detergents or solvents
- metal scouring pads
These items can scratch, crack and discolor
surfaces.
• Do not place buckets, shelves, etc. in dishwasher.
Odor Removal
1.
Remove all food and disconnect power to
refrigerator.
2.
Clean all interior surfaces including ceiling, floor, and
walls according to
General instructions. Pay special
attention to corners, crevices, and grooves. Include
all drawers, shelves, and gaskets.
3.
Connect power to refrigerator and return food to
refrigerator. Wash and dry all bottles, containers and
jars. Wrap foods in tightly sealed containers to
prevent further odor. After 24 hours, check if odor
was eliminated.
Complete the following steps if odor was not eliminated.
4.
Complete steps 1–2.
5.
Place Garden Fresh
™
crispers on top shelf of
refrigerator section. Pack refrigerator and freezer
sections including doors with crumpled sheets of
black and white newspaper.
6.
Place charcoal briquettes randomly throughout
newspaper.
7.
Close doors and let stand 24–48 hours.
8.
Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers.
9.
Complete steps 2–3.
Contact Consumer Affairs Department if odor was still
not eliminated. Call 1-319-622-5511 outside U.S.A.
