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Hints and care, Warning, Caution – Amana W10175445A User Manual

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Hints and Care

WARNING

!

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death,

disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, connect power.

CAUTION

!

To avoid personal injury or property damage:

• Read and follow manufacturer's directions for all cleaning products.

• Do not place buckets, shelves, or accessories in dishwasher. Cracking or

warping of accessories may result

Amana has a cleaner available for
purchase (Part # 31960801) through our
Consumer Affairs division.
For this, or a list of other recommended
cleaning products, please contact us at
Amana Consumer Affairs using the
information on the cover of your Owner's
Manual.

What cleaners does

Amana recommend for

my stainless steel

product?

How do I remove an odor

from my refrigerator?

1. Remove all food.

2. Disconnect refrigerator.

3. Clean the following items

using the appropriate instructions in
How to Clean Your Unit :

• Walls, floor, and ceiling of cabinet

interior.

• Drawers, shelves, and gaskets

according to the instructions in this
section.

4. Pay special attention to clean all

crevices by completing the following
steps:

• Dilute mild detergent and brush

solution into crevices using a plastic
bristle brush.

• Let stand for 5 minutes.
• Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry

surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.

5. Wash and dry all bottles, containers, and

jars. Discard spoiled or expired items.

6. Wrap or store odor-causing foods in

tightly-sealed containers to prevent
reoccurring odors.

7. Connect power to refrigerator and return

food to unit.

8. After 24 hours, check if odor has been

eliminated.

If odor is still present...
1. Remove drawers and place on top shelf

of refrigerator.

2. Pack refrigerator and freezer sections–

including doors–with crumpled sheets
of black and white newspaper.

3. Place charcoal briquettes randomly on

crumpled newspaper in both freezer and
refrigerator compartments.

4. Close doors and let stand 24–48 hours.

5. Repeat steps 5 through 7.

How to Clean Your Unit

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Textured Doors
and Exterior

Cabinet Interior

Abrasive or harsh cleaners

Ammonia

Chlorine bleach

Concentrated detergents or
solvents

Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads

Use 4 tablespoons (60
milliliters) of baking soda
dissolved in 1 quart (1
liter) warm soapy water.

Rinse surfaces with clean
warm water and dry
immediately to avoid
water spots

Stainless Steel Doors
and Exterior
IMPORTANT:
Damage to stainless steel
finish due to improper use
of cleaning products or
non-recommended
products is not covered
under any warranty

Abrasive or harsh cleaners

Ammonia

Chlorine bleach

Concentrated detergents or
solvents

Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads

Vinegar-based product

Citrus-based cleaners

Door Gaskets

Abrasive or harsh cleaners

Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads

Use warm, soapy water
and a soft, clean cloth or
sponge.

Rinse surfaces with clean
warm water and dry
immediately to avoid
water spots

Condenser Coil

Remove

toe grille to access

Use a vacuum cleaner
hose nozzle

Condenser Fan Outlet
Grille

See back of refrigerator

N/A

Use a vacuum cleaner
hose nozzle with brush
attachment.

Accessories

Shelves,

buckets, drawers, etc

A Dishwasher

Follow removal and
installation instructions
from appropriate feature
section.

Allow items to adjust to
room temperature.

Dilute mild detergent and
use a soft clean cloth or
sponge for cleaning.

Use a plastic bristle brush
to get into crevices

Rinse surfaces with clean
warm mater.

Dry glass and clear items
immediately to avoid
spots.