3. Replace the light bulb with an appliance bulb of the same
Cleaning Exteriorwattage.
4. Replace the light shield.
Use the appropriate cleaning method for your exterior finish.5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Painted metal: Wash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft
cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive
or harsh cleaners, or cleaners designed for stainless steel.Power Interruptions
Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For additional protectionIf the electricity in your house goes off, call the power company
against damage to painted metal exteriors, apply appliance
wax (or auto paste wax) with a clean, soft cloth. Do not waxand ask how long it will be off.
plastic parts.
Freezer Mode
Stainless steel finish: Wash with a clean sponge or soft
cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive
If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep the door closed
or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.to help food stay frozen.
To keep your stainless steel refrigerator looking like newIf the power will be out for more than 24 hours, do one of the
and to remove minor scuffs or marks, it is suggested thatfollowing:
you use the manufacturer?s approved Stainless Steel
Cleaner & Polish.Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.
IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for stainless steel parts only!Place 2 lbs (907 g) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot
Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish to come into(28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for 2 to
4days.
contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces,
dispenser covers or door gaskets. If accidental contact doesIf neither a food locker nor dry ice is available, consume or
occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent incan perishable food at once.
warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. To order the
cleaner, see the ?Accessories? section.REMEMBER: A full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled
one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of
baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be
Cleaning Condenser Coilsrefrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the
condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.
1. Open the door and remove the base grille by pulling down
and out from the top.Refrigerator Mode
If the power will be off less than 4 hours, keep the door closed to
help food stay cold.
If the power will be off more than 4 hours, use up any perishables
and find alternative cold storage.
Vacation and Moving Care
Vacations
2. Remove the defrost pan and clean it using a clean sponge or
soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Hand wash,
rinse, and dry it thoroughly.If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you?re away, use
these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.
3. Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the
1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
4. Replace the defrost pan.If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow
these steps.
5. Replacethe base grille by putting theclips in theopeningsin
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
therefrigeratorpanel. Push in until thebasegrillesnaps into
place.2. Turn the control to the off position. See ?Using the Controls.?
3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.
4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the top of the door to prop it
Changing the Light Bulb
open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure tofrom building up.
replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove the light shield. From the front of the light shield,
push backward and down.
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