Whirlpool FREEZERS - Manual (Page 24)

Caring for Your Refrigerator
Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a
few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells you how to clean your
refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during a power outage.
Cleaning your refrigerator
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections
defrost automatically. How­
ever, clean both about once a
month to prevent odors from
building up. Wipe up spills right
away.
To clean your refrigerator, turn the Refrig­
erator Control to OFF, unplug it, take out all
removable parts, and clean the refrigerator
according to the following directions.
▲WARNING
Burn Hazard
Refrigeration system tubes are
located near the defrost pan and can
become hot.
Remove and install defrost pan
carefully.
Failure to do so can result in burns.
PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN
Removable parts Sponge or cloth with • Hand wash, rinse, and dry thor-
(shelves, crisper,
etc.) mild detergent and
warm water oughly.
Outside Sponge, cloth, or paper
towel with mild deter­
gent, warm water, and
an appliance wax (or
good auto paste wax) • Wash outside of cabinet. Do not
use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
• Wipe and dry thoroughly.
• Wax painted metal surfaces at least
twice a year. Apply wax with a
clean, soft cloth. Waxing painted
metal surfaces provides rust
protection. Do not wax plastic
parts.
Inside walls Sponge, soft cloth, or • Wash with mixture of warm water
(allow freezer to paper towel with baking and:
warm up so cloth soda or mild detergent - mild detergent, or
won’t stick) and warm water - baking soda (2 tablespoons [26 g]
to 1 quart [.95 L] of water).
• Wipe and dry thoroughly.
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