Whirlpool WRX988SIBM - Manual (Page 23)

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Style 1 - Smooth Door
IMPORTANT: Damage to smooth finish due to improper use of
cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning
products, is not covered under the warranty. Sharp or blunt
instruments will mar the finish.
NOTE: Paper towels scratch and may dull the clear coat of the
painted door. To avoid possible damage use only soft clean
clothes to polish and wipe the door.
Style 2 - Stainless Steel
IMPORTANT:
■ Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of
cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning
products, is not covered under the warranty.
NOTES:
■ If unintentional contact does occur, clean plastic part with a
sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly
with a soft cloth.
■ Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is
nonabrasive. Many liquid cleansers formulated to be gentle
on tile and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel.
■ Citric acid permanently discolors stainless steel. To avoid
damaging the finish of your stainless steel refrigerator:
Interior Cleaning
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a
mild detergent in warm water.
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as
window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids,
cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or
cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts,
interior and door liners or gaskets.
3. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Condenser Cleaning
There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home
operating environments. If the environment is particularly greasy
or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home, the
condenser should be cleaned every 2 to 3 months to ensure
maximum efficiency.
If you need to clean the condenser:
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove the base grille.
3. Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean the grille, the
open areas behind the grille and the front surface area of the
condenser.
4. Replace the base grille when finished.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Lights
The lights in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments are
LEDs which do not need to be replaced. If the lights do not
illuminate when the door or drawer is opened, call for assistance
or service. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada call
1-800-807-6777.
Vacation and Moving Care
Vacations
If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You’re
Away:
1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, and is
connected to the household water supply, turn off the water
supply to the refrigerator. Property damage can occur if the
water supply is not turned off.
3. If you have an automatic ice maker, turn off the ice maker.
NOTE: Depending on your model, raise the wire shutoff arm
to OFF (up) position, or press the switch to OFF.
4. Empty the ice bin.
If You Choose to Turn Off the Refrigerator Before You
Leave:
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
■ Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day
ahead of time.
■ When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm
to the OFF (up) position or press the switch to OFF,
depending on your model.
3. Turn off the Temperature control(s). See “Using the
Control(s).”
DO USE DO NOT USE
✔ Soft, clean cloth ✘ Abrasive cloths
✘ Paper towels or newsprint
✘ Steel-wool pads
✔ Warm, soapy water -
use a mild detergent
✘ Abrasive powders or liquids
✘ Window sprays
✘ Ammonia
✘ Acidic or vinegar based
cleaners
✘ Oven cleaners
✘ Flammable fluids
DO USE DO NOT USE
✔ Soft, clean cloth ✘ Abrasive cloths
✘ Paper towels or newsprint
✘ Steel-wool pads
✔ Warm, soapy water ✘ Abrasive powders or liquids
✘ Ammonia
✘ Citrus-based cleaners
✘ Acidic or vinegar-based
cleaners
✘ Oven cleaners
✔ For heavy soil, ONLY a
stainless steel cleaner
designed for
appliances. To order
the cleaner, see
“Accessories.”
✘ Stainless steel cleaner is for
stainless steel parts only! Do
not allow the Stainless Steel
Cleaner and Polish to come
into contact with any plastic
parts such as the trim pieces,
dispenser covers or door
gaskets.
Do not allow these substances to remain on the finish
✘ Mustard ✘ Citrus-based sauces
✘ Tomato juice ✘ Citrus-based products
✘ Marinara sauce