Kenmore 19502 - Manual (Page 13)

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Your Freezer
• Prior to installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly.
• Turn the temperature control to "OFF", unplug the freezer, remove the food and storage
basket.
® Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth containing a water and baking soda solution.
The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a guart of water.
® Wash the storage basket with a mild detergent solution.
® Be sure to keep the door gasket (seal) clean to keep the unit running efficiently with warm
water.
• The outside of the freezer should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.
® Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.
® The condenser coils should be vacuumed when they are dusty or dirty.
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It is recommended that the unit be cleaned each time it is defrosted to help keep the unit
odor free and running efficiently.
Vacation Time
play.
Remove all the food.
Unplug the freezer.
Clean the freezer.
Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odors.
Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be accessible to children's
Short vacations: Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and
unplug the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold
growth, leave the door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary or have the door removed.
Moving Your Freezer
• Remove all the food.
• Securely tape down all loose items inside your freezer.
• Remove the rollers to prevent damage.
• Tape the doors shut.
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