Refrigerator REFHB17W/REFHB17B Use and Care Manual Support: 1-877-395-5109
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4.
Food should be kept in sealed containers to prevent odors or drying.
5.
Hot food should be cooled down before placing into the appliance to prevent
increase in interior temperature and power consumption. Placing food inside
too soon will impact the performance.
6.
Reducing the frequency of door opening can lower power consumption.
CLEANING
Interior
Clean the interior of the appliance with a mixture of warm water and baking soda,
using about 1 – 2 tablespoons per quart of water. Use a sponge or soft cloth and
be sure to wring excess moisture out before cleaning around the controls.
Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Exterior
The exterior surface can be cleaned using warm water and a mild detergent.
Rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Door Gasket
The door gasket must be kept clean to ensure a proper seal. Be sure to clean the
gasket frequently, using the method described above.
DEFROSTING
Frost build-up on the walls of the freezer section will increase energy
consumption and reduce the efficiency of the appliance. Defrost the freezer
section whenever the frost reaches a thickness of ¼”.
1.
Remove food and ice cube tray from the refrigerator and freezer
compartment.