38MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
WARNING
 •
CAUTION
 • Do not use an abrasive cloth or sponge 
when cleaning the interior and exterior of the 
refrigerator.
 • Do not place your hand on the bottom surface 
of the refrigerator when opening and closing the 
doors.
 • When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful 
that the door does not fall forward.
General Cleaning Tips
 • Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost 
automatically; however, clean both sections once a 
month to prevent odors.
 • Wipe up spills immediately.
 • Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power before 
cleaning.
 • Remove all removable parts, such as shelves.
 • Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild 
detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or 
harsh cleaners.
 • Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
Exterior
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide 
rust protection. Do not wax plastic parts. Wax painted 
metal surfaces at least twice a year using appliance 
wax (or auto paste wax). Apply wax with a clean, soft 
cloth.
For products with black stainless steel exterior, spray 
direction of grain. Do not spray glass cleaner directly 
at the display panel. Do not use harsh or abrasive 
cleaners.
For products with a standard stainless steel exterior, 
of the grain. Dry with a paper towel to avoid streaks. 
of liquid dish soap in water, and rinse with hot water 
before drying. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
Inside Walls
 • Allow freezer to warm up so the cloth will not stick.
To help remove odors, wash the inside of the 
refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm 
water. Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda to 1 quart of 
water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking 
soda is completely dissolved so it does not scratch 
the surfaces of the refrigerator.
Door Liners and Gaskets
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild 
detergent in warm water. Do not use cleaning waxes, 
concentrated etergents, bleaches, or cleaners 
containing petroleum on plastic refrigerator parts.
Plastic Parts (covers and panels)
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent 
in warm water. Do not use glass cleaners, abrasive 
damage the material.
Condenser Coils
Use a vacuum cleaner with a brush or crevice 
attachment to clean the condenser cover and vents. 
Do not remove the panel covering the condenser coil 
area.