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REFRIGERATOR CARE
Cleaning
All of the Refrigerator, Freezer and Convertible Space sections
defrost automatically. However, clean all the sections about once
a month to avoid build-up of odours. Wipe up spills immediately.
Exterior Cleaning
Please see the exterior cleaning information specific to your
model.
Fingerprint-Resistant Stainless
IMPORTANT:
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Avoid exposing stainless steel appliances to caustic or
corrosive elements such as high-salt, high-moisture, or high-
humidity environments. Damage due to exposure to these
elements is not covered under the warranty.
DO USE
DO NOT USE
Soft, clean cloth
Abrasive cloths
Paper towels or newsprint
Steel-wool pads
Warm, soapy water with
a mild detergent
Abrasive powders or liquids
Window sprays
Ammonia
Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners
Oven cleaners
Flammable fluids
NOTES:
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If unintentional contact does occur, clean plastic part with a
sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with
a soft cloth.
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Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is non-
abrasive. Many liquid cleansers formulated to be gentle on tile
and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel.
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Citric acid permanently discolours stainless steel.
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To avoid damaging the finish of your stainless steel
refrigerator:
Do not allow these substances to remain on the finish:
Mustard
Citrus-based sauces
Tomato juice
Citrus-based products
Marinara sauce
Interior Cleaning
IMPORTANT:
Refrigerator shelves with under-shelf, LED lighting
are not dishwasher safe.
1.
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.
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.
NOTE:
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.
3.
Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Condenser
This refrigerator has skin condenser on both sides of refrigerator.
It is normal to feel warm on the sides.
Lights
The lights in both the fresh food and freezer compartments are
LEDs which do not need to be replaced. If the lights do not
illuminate when the door is opened, contact the dealer from
whom you purchased your refrigerator.
Holiday and Moving Care
Holidays
If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You’re
Away:
1.
Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2.
If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker and is
connected to the household water supply, turn off the water
supply to the refrigerator. Property damage can occur if the
water supply is not turned off.
3.
If you have an automatic ice maker, turn off the ice maker.
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Press the switch to Off (O) for the door ice maker.
4.
Empty the ice bin.
If You Choose to Turn Off the Refrigerator Before You Leave:
NOTE:
Put refrigerator in Demo Mode while on Holiday. See the
“Using the Controls” section.
1.
Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2.
If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
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Turn off water supply to the ice maker at least 1 day ahead
of time.
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When last load of ice drops, press the switch to Off
(O) for display to be unlit on the top inside of the
refrigerator, depending on your model.
3.
Empty ice bin.
4.
Turn off temperature controls. See the “Using the Controls”
section.
5.
Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.
6.
Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop
them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odours and
mould from building up.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
