Whirlpool 8ET8MTKXKT00 - Manual (Page 21)

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CARING FOR YOUR
REFRIGERATOR
Cleaning Your Refrigerator
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost
automatically. However, clean both sections about once a
month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills
immediately.
Energy Saving Tip:
Clean the condenser coils regularly, as described in the
cleaning chart in this section.
To clean your refrigerator:
■ Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
■ Remove all removable parts from inside, such as
shelves, crispers, etc.
■ 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.
■ Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
■ Additional cleaning tips are listed below:
Changing the Light Bulbs
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be
sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape,
and wattage.
To change the refrigerator light:
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Reach behind the Control Panel and unscrew the bulb.
3. Replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same
wattage.
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
PART COMMENTS
Outside ■ 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.
Inside walls
(allow freezer
to warm up so
cloth won’t
stick)
■ To help remove odors, you can
wash with a mixture of warm water
and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g
to .95 L] of water).
Door liners
and gaskets ■ Do not use cleaning waxes,
concentrated detergents, bleaches,
or cleaners containing petroleum
on plastic parts.
Plastic parts
(covers and
panels)
■ Do not use paper towels, window
sprays, scouring cleansers or
flammable fluids. These can
scratch or damage material.
Condenser
coils ■ Remove base grille. (See the
“Base Grille” section.)
■ Use a vacuum with an extended
attachment to clean condenser
coils.
■ Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty.
Coils may need to be cleaned as
often as every other month.
■ Replace base grille.
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WARMER WARMER
COOLER RECOMMENDED SETTING RECOMMENDED SETTING REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR 3
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WARMER
COOLER
RECOMMENDED SETTING RECOMMENDED SETTING FREEZER FREEZER 3
ALLOW 24 HOURS BETWEEN ADJUSTMENTS ALLOW 24 HOURS BETWEEN ADJUSTMENTS 3 3