REFRIGERATOR CARE
2. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
3. Remove all food from the refrigerator and freezerWARNING
compartments. Store it in a cooler with ice, in an additional
refrigerator-freezer, or in a cool area.
Style 1
Water from the freezer will flow into the defrost drain pan.
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.1
1.Defrostdrainpan
Clean the RefrigeratorStyle 2
Water from melting ice will flow into the convertible
Clean the refrigerator about once a month to prevent odors fromcompartment.
building up. Wipe up spills immediately.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves,
crispers, etc.
3. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a1
mild detergent in warm water.
Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning1.Convertiblecompartment
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers
containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior4. Leave the refrigerator door open until the ice melts.
and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels,
scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can5. Place a pan of hot water in the freezer with the door open to
scratch or damage materials.speed melting. Directing air from an electric fan into the
freezer will also help. Do not place the fan or any electrical
To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with adevice in freezer.
mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs. to 1 qt.
[26g to .95L]of water).NOTE: Check the drain pan or convertible compartment
4. Replace the removable parts.frequently to avoid water overflow. Have a second pan handy
for easier emptying.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
6. Set the control to the maximum setting for 24 hours, and then6. Useaplastic scrapertoremovefrost.
adjust the control to the desired setting. Give the refrigeratorNOTE: Do not use an ice pick, knife, or other sharp-pointed
and freezer time to cool down completely before adding food.tool to defrost the freezer. Damage can occur.
See ?Using the Control.?7. Empty drain pan or convertible compartment and dry them
well. Wipe water from walls with a towel or sponge.
Defrost and Clean the Freezer8. Wash theinsidewalls of thefreezer with asolution ofmild
detergent in warm water or 2 tbs. (26 mg) baking soda to 1 qt.
Defrost and clean the freezer when the ice thickness is 3D? in.(0.95 L) warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
(1 cm). In high-humidity areas, the freezer may need more
frequent defrosting and cleaning.9. Replace the drain pan or convertible compartment.
Do not use abrasive cleaners on your freezer. Do not use cleaning10. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleaners11. Set the control to the maximum setting for 24 hours, and then
containing petroleum on plastic parts. Damage can occur.adjust the control to the desired setting. See ?Using the
1. Turn the refrigerator control to OFF.Control.?
12. Set the control to the maximum setting for 24 hours, and then
adjust the control to the desired setting. Give the refrigerator
and freezer time to cool down completely before adding food.
See ?Using the Control.?
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