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REFRIGERATOR CARE
Cleaning
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.
However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid
buildup
of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
IMPORTANT:
■ Because air circulates between both sections, any odors
formed in one section will transfer to the other. You
must
thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors.
To
avoid odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or
cover
foods tightly.
■ For stainless steel models, stainless steel is corrosion-resistant
and not corrosion-proof. To help avoid corrosion of your
stainless steel, keep your surfaces clean by using the
following
cleaning instructions.
To Clean Your Refrigerator:
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, muriatic acid,
cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers
containing petroleum products on exterior surfaces (doors and
cabinet), plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not
use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.
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.
3. Clean the exterior surfaces.
Painted metal: Wash painted metal exteriors with a clean,
soft
cloth or sponge and a mild detergent in warm water.
Rinse
surfaces with clean, warm water and dry immediately
to
avoid water spots.
Stainless steel: Wash stainless steel surfaces with a clean,
soft
cloth or sponge and a mild detergent in warm water.
Rinse
surfaces with clean, warm water and dry immediately
to
avoid water spots.
NOTE: When cleaning stainless steel, always wipe in
the
direction of the grain to avoid cross-grain scratching.
4. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal
home operating environments. If the environment is particularly
greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home,
the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to 3
months to
ensure maximum efficiency.
If you need to clean the condenser:
■ Remove the base grille.
■ Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean
the grille, the open areas behind the grille and the
front surface area of the condenser.
■ Replace the base grille when finished.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Changing the Light Bulbs
IMPORTANT:
■ Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure
to
replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same size,
shape
and wattage.
■ To ensure optimum refrigerator performance, replace
light
bulbs as soon as they burn out.
Refrigerator Compartment Light
The lighting located at the top of the refrigerator compartment
never needs to be replaced. If the lights do not illuminate when
the door is opened, call for assistance or service. In the U.S.A.,
call
1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.
Freezer Compartment Light (on some models)
1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove the light shield (on some models).
■ Top of the freezer compartment - Slide the light shield
toward the back of the compartment to release it from
the light assembly.
3. Replace the burned-out bulb with an appliance bulb(s)
no
greater than 25 watts.
4. Replace the light shield.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.