Caring for your refrigerator, Aring, Efrigerator – KITCHENAID 2006136 Manuel d'utilisation

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The refrigerator and freezer compartments
defrost automatically. However, clean both
once a month to prevent odors from building
up. Wipe up spills immediately.

Before cleaning, disconnect the refrigerator

from its power supply by pressing the Power On/Off
Switch to the “OFF” position. Then, take out all removable
parts and clean the refrigerator according to the directions
given below. Be sure to press the Power On/Off Switch to
the “ON” position when you are finished cleaning.

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Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.

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

WHAT TO USE

Sponge or cloth with mild
detergent and warm water

Sponge, cloth, or paper
towel with mild detergent,
warm water, and a good
appliance wax (or good
auto paste wax)

Sponge, soft cloth, or paper
towel with baking soda or
mild detergent and warm
water

Sponge, soft cloth, or paper
towel with mild detergent
and warm water

Soft, clean sponge or soft,
clean cloth with mild
detergent and warm water

Sponge or cloth with mild
detergent and warm water

Stainless steel cleaner

PROBLEM

Removable parts
(shelves, crisper, etc.)

Outside

Inside walls
(allow freezer to warm up so
cloth won’t stick)

Door liners and gaskets

Plastic parts
(covers and panels)

Defrost pan

Stainless steel
doors and grille

HOW TO CLEAN

Hand wash and dry thoroughly.

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.

Wash with mixture of warm water and:
• mild detergent, or
• baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to .95 L] of water).

Wipe and dry thoroughly.

Wipe and dry thoroughly.

DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated
detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing
petroleum on plastic parts.

Wipe and dry thoroughly.

DO NOT USE paper towels, window sprays,
scouring cleansers, or flammable fluids. These can
scratch or damage material. See “Important Safety
Instructions” on page 3.

Press Power On/Off Switch to the “OFF” position.

Remove base grille. (See page 14.)

Reach into small opening at right edge and remove
the defrost pan. (See page 15.)

Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.

Replace defrost pan. Make sure to push it
completely into the opening.

Replace base grille.

Press Power On/Off Switch to the “ON” position.

Wipe with soft cloth.

WARNING

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