Electrolux EI26SS30JS - Manual (Page 33)

33 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 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 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 “Controls” section 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.