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Defrosting (models with freezer area)
Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the ice tray compartment
becomes 1/4″ thick. Never use a sharp or metallic instrument
to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils. (A punctured
cooling coil will cause serious problems and void the warranty.)
We recommend using a plastic scraper. Do not use any electrical
device in defrosting your refrigerator.
To defrost:
■ Remove foods and ice trays from the ice tray compartment.
■ Set the temperature control dial at OFF position.
■ On models without a drip tray, place a pan beneath the ice tray
compartment to collect water.
Defrosting usually takes a few hours. To defrost faster, keep the door
open. Also, pouring warm (not hot) water on the frosted part may
speed defrosting. Do not use boiling water—it may damage
plastic parts.
After defrosting:
■ Empty water from the drip tray or from the pan placed beneath
the ice tray compartment. Wash the tray or pan with warm water.
■ Wipe the ice tray compartment with a damp cloth.
■ Turn the temperature control to the desired setting and return food
and ice trays to the refrigerator.
NOTE: If ice buildup is very thick, it may keep the ice tray compartment
door from opening or closing completely. Don’t try to force it open;
after defrosting, the door will open and close easily.
Defrost whenever frost on the inside surfaces of the storage area
becomes 1/8 ″ (3 mm) thick. Never use a heater of any kind, scraper
or sharp metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage
the refrigerator or cooling coils. ( A punctured cooling coil will
cause serious problems and void the warranty.)
To defrost, unplug the refrigerator or turn the temperature control
dial to the OFF position. Remove the contents and wipe inside
surfaces and shelves with a clean towel. If frost does not come
off easily, allow the frost to melt somewhat and wipe off.
After defrosting, make sure inside surfaces are dry; then return
the contents to the refrigerator, plug unit back in and set
the temperature control to the desired setting.
Defrosting (all-refrigerator models)
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