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WARNING
!
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 manufacturer's directions for all cleaning products.
Do not place buckets, shelves, or accessories in dishwasher. Cracking or
warping of accessories may result
Amana has a cleaner available for
purchase (Part # 31960801) through our
Consumer Affairs division.
For this, or a list of other recommended
cleaning products, please contact us at
Amana Consumer Affairs using the
information on the cover of your Owner's
Manual.
What cleaners does
Amana recommend for
my stainless steel
product?
How do I remove an odor
from my refrigerator?
1. Remove all food.
2. Disconnect refrigerator.
3. Clean the following items
using the appropriate instructions in
How to Clean Your Unit :
• Walls, floor, and ceiling of cabinet
interior.
• Drawers, shelves, and gaskets
according to the instructions in this
section.
4. Pay special attention to clean all
crevices by completing the following
steps:
• Dilute mild detergent and brush
solution into crevices using a plastic
bristle brush.
• Let stand for 5 minutes.
• Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry
surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.
5. Wash and dry all bottles, containers, and
jars. Discard spoiled or expired items.
6. Wrap or store odor-causing foods in
tightly-sealed containers to prevent
reoccurring odors.
7. Connect power to refrigerator and return
food to unit.
8. After 24 hours, check if odor has been
eliminated.
If odor is still present...
1. Remove drawers and place on top shelf
of refrigerator.
2. Pack refrigerator and freezer sections–
including doors–with crumpled sheets
of black and white newspaper.
3. Place charcoal briquettes randomly on
crumpled newspaper in both freezer and
refrigerator compartments.
4. Close doors and let stand 24–48 hours.
5. Repeat steps 5 through 7.
If odor was not eliminated, contact
Consumer Affairs Department using the
information in the front of your Owner's
Manual.
How to Clean Your Unit
Textured Doors
and Exterior
Cabinet Interior
• Abrasive or harsh cleaners
• Ammonia
•
Chlorine bleach
•
Concentrated detergents or
solvents
•
Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
•
Use 4 tablespoons (60
milliliters) of baking soda
dissolved in 1 quart (1 liter)
warm soapy water.
•
Rinse surfaces with clean
warm water and dry
immediately to avoid water
spots
Stainless Steel Doors
and Exterior
IMPORTANT:
Damage to stainless steel
finish due to improper use
of cleaning products or
non-recommended
products is not covered
under any warranty
• Abrasive or harsh cleaners
•
Ammonia
•
Chlorine bleach
•
Concentrated detergents or
solvents
• Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
•
Vinegar-based product
• Citrus-based cleaners
Dispenser Controls
•
Abrasive or harsh cleaners
• Ammonia
•
Chlorine bleach
• Concentrated detergents or
solvents
• Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
Door Gaskets
• Abrasive or harsh cleaners
•
Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
•
Use warm, soapy water and
a soft, clean cloth or
sponge.
•
Rinse surfaces with clean
warm water and dry
immediately to avoid water
spots
Condenser Coil
Remove
toe grille to access
• Use a vacuum cleaner hose
nozzle
Condenser Fan Outlet
Grille
See back of refrigerator
N/A
•
Use a vacuum cleaner hose
nozzle with brush
attachment.
Accessories
Shelves,
buckets, drawers, etc
•
A Dishwasher • Follow removal and
installation instructions from
appropriate feature section.
• Allow items to adjust to
room temperature.
•
Dilute mild detergent and
use a soft clean cloth or
sponge for cleaning.
•
Use a plastic bristle brush
to get into crevices
• Rinse surfaces with clean
warm mater.
•
Dry glass and clear items
immediately to avoid spots.