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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.
Exterior Cleaning
Please see the exterior cleaning information specific to your
model.
Style 1 - Smooth Door
IMPORTANT: Damage to smooth finish due to improper use of
cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning
products, is not covered under the warranty. Sharp or blunt
instruments will mar the finish.
NOTE: Paper towels scratch and may dull the clear coat of the
painted door. To avoid possible damage use only soft clean
clothes to polish and wipe the door.
Style 2 - Stainless Steel
IMPORTANT:
■ Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of
cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning
products, is not covered under the warranty.
NOTES:
■ If unintentional contact does occur, clean plastic part with a
sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly
with a soft cloth.
■ Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is
nonabrasive. Many liquid cleansers formulated to be gentle
on tile and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel.
■ Citric acid permanently discolors stainless steel. To avoid
damaging the finish of your stainless steel refrigerator:
Interior Cleaning
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.
DO USE DO NOT USE
✔ Soft, clean cloth ✘ Abrasive cloths
✘ Paper towels or newsprint
✘ Steel-wool pads
✔ Warm, soapy water -
use a mild detergent
✘ Abrasive powders or liquids
✘ Window sprays
✘ Ammonia
✘ Acidic or vinegar based
cleaners
✘ Oven cleaners
✘ Flammable fluids
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
DO USE DO NOT USE
✔ Soft, clean cloth ✘ Abrasive cloths
✘ Paper towels or newsprint
✘ Steel-wool pads
✔ Warm, soapy water ✘ Abrasive powders or liquids
✘ Ammonia
✘ Citrus-based cleaners
✘ Acidic or vinegar-based
cleaners
✘ Oven cleaners
✔ For heavy soil, ONLY a
stainless steel cleaner
designed for
appliances. To order
the cleaner, see
“Accessories.”
✘ Stainless steel cleaner is for
stainless steel parts only! Do
not allow the Stainless Steel
Cleaner and Polish to come
into contact with any plastic
parts such as the trim pieces,
dispenser covers or door
gaskets.
Do not allow these substances to remain on the finish
✘ Mustard ✘ Citrus-based sauces
✘ Tomato juice ✘ Citrus-based products
✘ Marinara sauce