GE 197D3351P020 - Manual (Page 9)

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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
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Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of
baking soda in the refrigerator 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 tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 l) of water. This both cleans and
neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin
layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets
at the hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets
from sticking and bending out of shape.
Drain opening in freezer compartment. During
yearly cleaning, remove bottom freezer pan
and flush a solution of baking soda—1
teaspoon (5 ml) and 2 cups (500 ml) of hot
(not boiling) water— through the drain line
with the help of a meat baster. This will help
eliminate odor and reduce the likelihood of a
clogged drain line. If drain becomes clogged,
use a meat baster and baking soda solution to
force the clog through the drain line.
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 dishwasher.
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 one
quart (1 l) of water. Leave the doors open. Slide the icemaker power switch to the OFF position and
shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
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 don’t roll over
the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models).
Preparing for Vacation
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.
NOTE: Turning the refrigerator to the 0 (off) setting via the controls does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
Replacing the Light Bulbs
Unplug the refrigerator.
Remove the shelf just below the light shield.
Replace with an appliance bulb of the same or lower
wattage.
Reinstall the shelf and plug the refrigerator back in.
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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 pad for 3 seconds. Clean with
warm water and baking soda solution—about
a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart
(1 l) 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.
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.
The stainless steel door panels and handles.
The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with
a commercially available stainless steel cleaner
or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth.
Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or
products containing chlorine on stainless steel
doors and handles.
For best results, GE recommends using stainless
steel cleaner PM10X311 with the WX10X307
polishing cloth, or for convenience the SS
cleaning wipes, part number WX10X10001.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth
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.