FRIGIDAIRE 241540101 - Manual (Page 33)

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Care & Cleaning
CARE & CLEANING TIPS
VACATION & MOVING TIPS
Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions
Interior & Door
Liners
• Soap and water
• Baking soda and
water
• Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water.
• Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around
controls, light bulb or any electrical part.
Door Gaskets • Soap and water • Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
Drawers & Bins • Soap and water • Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks.
• Do not wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in dishwasher.
Glass Shelves • Soap and water
• Glass cleaner
• Mild liquid sprays • Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in warm water.
Toe Grille • Soap and water
• Mild liquid sprays
• Vacuum attachment • Vacuum dust from front of toe grille.
• Remove toe grille (see Installation Instructions.).
• Vacuum backside and wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge. Rinse and dry.
Exterior & Handles • Soap and water
• Non Abrasive Glass
Cleaner
• Do not use commercial household cleaners, ammonia, or alcohol to clean
handles.
• Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles.
• Do not use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors.
Exterior & Handles
(Stainless Steel
Models Only)
• Soap and water
• Ammonia
• Stainless Steel
Cleaners
• Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy water and a
dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth.
• Wipe stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel, and rinse. Use a
non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. These cleaners can be purchased at
most home improvement or major department stores. Always follow
manufacturer's instruction.
• NOTE: Always, clean, wipe and dry with 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.
Occasion Tips
Short Vacations • Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less.
• Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.
• Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only be gone for a few days.
Long Vacations • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.
• Turn the cooling system off (see page 15 for location of On/Off button) and disconnect power cord.
• Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water supply valve to closed position.
• Clean interior thoroughly.
• Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block doors open if necessary.
Moving • Remove all food and ice.
• If using handcart, load from side.
• Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
• Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface.