Careandcleaning - GE Appliances 18 Owner's Manual

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
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remove grille,
Cleaning the Outside
Thedispenser well (on some models),
beneath the #'ille, should be wiped dlT.
Water left in the well may leave deposits.
Remove the deposits by adding undiluted
vinegar to tl_e well. Soak until the deposits
disappear or become loose enough to
rinse away.
Thedispenser pad (on some models). Clean
with wam_ water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (11) of water. Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dt T.
HINT: Openthe freezerdoorpart way to prevent
dispensing of icewhencleaning,
The door handles and trim (on some models).
(;lean wid_ a clott_ dampened with soapy
water. D_ 7 with a soft cloth.
The so# door handles (on some models) are
easy to keep clean if they are waxed eveW
few mond_s. Use a household wax such as
Pledge brand or Jubilee brand to coat the
handles. (;lean with soapy water or a
non-abrasive, all-purpose cleaner.
Keep theoutsideclean. Wipe Mrh a clean
clofl_ lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish
detergent. D W and polish with a clean,
soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigeratorwith a soileddish
cloth or wet towel, These mayleavea residue
that canerodethepaint, Do not usescouring
pads,powderedcleaners,bleachor cleaners
containingbleachbecause theseproductscan
scratchand weakenthe paint finish,
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Cleaning the Inside
Tohelppreventodors,lem_e an open box of
baking soda in tim fresh fbod and freezer
compartments.
Unplugtherefrigerator beforecleaning. If this
is not practical, wring excess moisture out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Use an appliance wax polish on the inside
surface between the doors.
Use waxm water and baking soda sohltion i
about a tablespoon (15
1111)
of baking soda
to a quart (11) of water. This both cleans
and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dpy.
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin
layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets
at tim hinge side. This helps keep tim gaskets
from sticking and bending out of shape.
Avoidcleaningcoldglassshelves(on some
models)with hot water becausethe extreme
temperaturedifferencemay causethem to
break,Handleglass shelvescarefully Bumping
temperedglasscan causeit to shatter
Do not wash anyplastic refrigeratorparts in
the dishwasherexcept Quick Serve dishes
and lids.
Clean the condenser coils at least
once a year
Under the Refrigerator
For most efficient operation, keep the
area under the refrigerator clean. Remove
the base _'ille and sweep away or vaomm
up dust.
For best results, use a brash specially
designed fbr this purpose. It is m_ailable at
most appliance part_s stores.
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