Fagor FQ8965X - Manual (Page 11)

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CARE AND CLEANING OF THE
REFRIGERATOR
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser drip area (on
some models) beneath the
grille, should be wiped dry�
Water left in this area may
leave deposits� Remove the
deposits by adding undiluted
vinegar to the well� Soak until the deposits disappear or
become loose enough to rinse away�
The dispenser cradle (on some models) before cleaning,
lock the dispenser by pressing and holding the LOCK
CONTROL pad for 3 seconds� Clean with warm water and
baking soda solution, about a table spoon (15 ml) of baking
soda to a 1/4 liter of water� Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry�
The door handles and trim clean with a cloth dampened
with soapy water� Dry with a soft cloth�
The stainless steel panels and door handles (on some
models) can be cleaned with a commercially available
stainless steel cleaner�
Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly
dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish
detergent� Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth�
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishcloth or wet
towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint. Do
not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken
the paint finish.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in
the fresh food and freezer compartments�
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning, if this is not
practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth
when cleaning around switches, lights or controls� Use
warm water and baking soda solution, about a table spoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to 1/4 liter of water� This both clean
sand neutralizes odors� Rinse and wipe dry�
Use of any cleaning solution other than that which is
recommended, especially those that contain petroleum
distillates, can crack or damage the interior of the
refrigerator� Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot
water because the extreme temperature difference may
cause them to break� Handle glass shelves carefully�
Bumping tempered glass can cause it to shatter� Do not
wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dish washer�
Behind the Refrigerator
Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from
the wall� All types of floor coverings can be damaged,
particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed
surfaces� Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to
position by pushing it straight in� Moving the refrigerator
in a side direction may result in damage to the floor
covering or refrigerator�
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you do not roll
over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on some models).
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the
refrigerator� Clean the interior with a baking soda solution
of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to 1/4 liter of
water� Leave the doors open�
If the temperature can drop below freezing, have a qualified
service drain the water supply system (on some models) to
prevent serious property damage due to flooding�
Set the ice maker power switch to the O (off) position and shut
off the water supply to the refrigerator.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and pans by taping
them securely in place to prevent damage� When using a
hand truck to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or
back of the refrigerator against the hand truck� This could
damage the refrigerator� Handle only from the sides of the
refrigerator�
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during
moving.
Recommendations for energy savings
During a power outage prevented open doors, this will help
keep more time the internal temperature� Do not locate the
refrigerator near sources heat (furnaces, stoves, air or put the
direct rays of the sun) as this affects performance, internal
temperature and power consumption� Do not overfill the
refrigerator with food, leave space between packages, and
use the grills that are provided for support them, in this way
facilitates air circulation and prevents a needed low yield�
Open the doors on fewer times as possible� Check that the
door remains closed�