Electrolux EI27BS16JW - Manual (Page 27)

27 Care and Cleaning
Care and cleaning tips
Vacation and moving tips
Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions
Interior & Door
Liners
• Soap and water
• Baking soda and
water
• Use 2 (2) tablespoons of baking soda in 1 (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
• Remove toe grille (see Installation Instructions).
• Vacuum both sides 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 containing ammonia,
bleach 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
• Stainless steel
cleaners
• Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless
steel.
• Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy water
and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth.
• 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. Do not use household
cleaners containing ammonia or bleach.
• 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 three (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 a few
days.
Long Vacations • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one (1) month or more.
• Turn the cooling system off (see “Controls” section for location of On/Off button) and
disconnect power cord.
• Turn water supply valve to closed position.
• Clean interior thoroughly.
• Leave doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block doors open if necessary.
Moving • Remove all food and ice.
• If using a handcart, load from the side.
• Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
• Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface.