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Maintaining your refrigerator
Cleaning your refrigerator
We recommend that you do the following every time you clean your refrigerator to keep it running odor-free and
efficiently:
1
Unplug your refrigerator from the power outlet.
2
Remove all food.
3
If you want to remove the door racks, shelves, crisper, freezer shelf, or freezer door racks, see:
• Adjusting the door racks on page 15
• Adjusting the refrigerator shelves on page 14
• Removing the crisper on page 15
4
Clean the doors, handles, and cabinet surfaces with a mild detergent, then rinse with warm water using a wrung-out
sponge or cloth.
5
Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth soaked in a solution of one quart (.94 l) of lukewarm water to one tablespoon
of baking soda solution, then rinse with warm water using a wrung-out sponge or cloth.
6
Clean the racks, shelves, and drawers with a mild detergent and soft cloth, then rinse with warm water.
7
Make sure that you keep the door gaskets (seals) clean so that the door seals tightly. This helps your refrigerator run
efficiently.
8
Dry all surfaces and removable parts before putting them back into place.
9
Plug your refrigerator into the power outlet.
Defrosting your refrigerator
Your refrigerator is “frost-free” and does not require defrosting.
Shutting down your refrigerator for a long time (several months)
1
Turn off your refrigerator and unplug it from the wall outlet.
2
Remove all food.
3
Clean your refrigerator.
4
Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odor.
Moving your refrigerator
1
Turn off your refrigerator and unplug it from the wall outlet.
2
Remove all food.
3
Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator.
4
Tape the doors shut.
5
Protect the exterior with moving blankets or pads.
6
Make sure that your refrigerator stays in the upright position during transportation.
Disposing of your refrigerator
This appliance should not be treated as regular household waste. It should be taken to the appropriate waste collection
point for recycling of electrical components. For information on where to take it, contact your local waste removal agency
or government office.
CAUTIONS:
To prevent damage to the finish:
• Do not use gasoline, benzine, thinner, or other similar solvents.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners.
• Do not use sharp objects because they are likely to scratch the surface.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the door gaskets are completely dry before you plug your refrigerator into the power outlet.
CAUTION:
Use extreme caution with children. Do not let children play with your refrigerator.
