GE Monogram 36 - Manual (Page 13)

Cleaning—Outside
The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be
wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting. Water left
on the shelf may leave deposits that you can remove
by soaking in undiluted vinegar. You can also use a
paste of non-precipitating water softener (such as
brand) and water, or 1 teaspoon of citric acid
powder per pint of hot tap water. Soak until the
deposit disappears or becomes loose enough to rinse
away. Usually 30 minutes soaking time is adequate.
Avoid using wax on the spill shelf&d trim.
The door handles and trim can be cleaned with a
cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid
detergent and water. Dry with a soft
cloth. Don’t use wax on the door handles or trim.
Cleaning—Inside
Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments To help prevent odors, leave an open box of
should be cleaned at least once a year. Unplug the baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the
refrigerator before cleaning. If this is not practical, top shelf. Change the box every 3 months. An open
wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale
cleaning around switches, lights or controls. freezer odors.
Other parts of the refrigerator—including door
gaskets, meat and vegetable drawers, ice storage
bin
plastic be cleaned the same
way. After cleaning door gaskets, apply a thin layer of
petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side.
This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending
out of shape. Do not use cleansing powders or other
abrasive cleaners.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference may
cause them to break.
13