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DEFROSTING/CLEANING
Vacation Tips
Short vacations:
It is not necessary to turn OFF the refrigerator and
freezer if you will be away for less than four weeks.
• Use all perishables.
• Freeze other items.
• Turn OFF the icemaker.
• Shut off the water supply to the icemaker.
Long vacations:
If you will be away for a month or more:
• Remove all food from the refrigerator and
freezer compartments.
• Turn OFF the refrigerator and freezer
compartments.
• Clean the appliance. Refer to Cleaning.
• Leave the door open to prevent unpleasant
odors. This will also keep mold from building up.
• Turn OFF the icemaker.
• Shut off the water supply to the icemaker.
• Remove dust from the refrigerator unit and heat
exchanger and the metal grid at the back of the
appliance. This should be done at least once a
year.
• DO NOT damage or remove the model plate on
the inside of the appliance. It is very important
for servicing your appliance.
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