Refrigerator Clean and Care Guide
Issue
- Refrigerator is dirty
- How do I clean my refrigerator
Applies to
- Refrigerators
Solution
Interior and Door Liners
- Use warm soap and warm water mixture.
(mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water) - Wring out excess water from sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls, light bulbs, or any electrical part.
Doors and Gaskets
- Use warm soap and warm water mixture.
(mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water) - Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
Drawers and Bins
- Use soap and warm water mixture, nonabrasive glass cleaner, or mild liquid spray
- Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks.
- DO NOT wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in dishwasher.
Glass Shelves
- Use soap and warm water mixture or nonabrasive glass cleaner.
- Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles.
- DO NOT use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors.
- DO NOT use commercial household cleaners containing ammonia, bleach, or alcohol to clean handles.
Exterior and Handles
- Use soap and warm water mixture or stainless steel cleaners.
- NEVER USE CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.
Clean stainless steel front and handles with nonabrasive stainless steel cleaner. These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores. Always follow manufacturer’s instructions. - DO NOT use household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach.
- NOTE: Always clean, wipe & dry with the grain to prevent scratching.
Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
Display Panel
- Use soap and warm water mixture.
- DO NOT use commercial household cleaners containing ammonia, bleach, or alcohol to clean Control (UI) Panel. Use a soft cloth to clean Control (UI) Panel.
- DO NOT use a dry cloth to clean Control (UI) Panel.
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