Viking F20394E EN - Manual (Page 13)

Removing Odors From Refrigerator
• Remove all food and turn the refrigerator OFF.
• Disconnect power to the refrigerator.
• Clean the walls, floor, ceiling of cabinet interior, drawers, shelves and gaskets according to the
instructions (see page 24).
• Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into crevices using a plastic bristle brush. Let stand
for five minutes. Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.
• Wash and dry all bottles, containers and jars. Discard spoiled or expired items.
• Wrap or store odor-causing foods in tightly sealed containers to prevent recurring odors.
• Reconnect power to refrigerator and return food to refrigerator.
• Allow the refrigerator to cool.
• After 24 hours, check if odor has been eliminated.
If odor is still present:
• Remove drawers and place on top shelf of refrigerator.
• Pack refrigerator and freezer sections – including doors – with crumpled sheets of black and
white newspaper.
• Place charcoal briquettes randomly on crumpled newspaper in both freezer and refrigerator
compartments.
• Close doors and let stand 24 to 48 hours.
Energy Saving Tips
• Avoid overcrowding refrigerator shelves. This reduces air circulation around food and causes
refrigerator to run longer.
• Avoid adding too much warm food to refrigerator at one time. This overloads compartments
and slows rate of cooling.
• Do not use aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper toweling as shelf liners. This decreases air flow
and causes refrigerator to run less efficiently.
• A freezer that is two-thirds full runs most efficiently.
• Locate refrigerator in coolest part of room. Avoid areas of direct sunlight, or near heating
ducts, registers or other heat producing appliances. If this is not possible, isolate exterior by
using a section of cabinet or an added layer of insulation.
• Clean door gaskets every three months according to cleaning instructions. This will assure that
door seals properly and refrigerator runs efficiently.
• Take time to organize items in refrigerator to reduce time that door is open.
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
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Care & Cleaning Care & Cleaning
Cabinet Interior Abrasive or harsh cleaners
Ammonia
Chlorine Bleach
Concentrated detergents
Metal or plastic-textured scouring pads Use 4 tablespoons of baking
soda dissolved in 1 quart (1
liter) warm, soapy water. Rinse
surfaces with clean, warm
water and dry immediately to
avoid water spots.
Stainless Steel Parts
*NOTE: Damage to stainless
steel finish due to improper
use of cleaning products is not
covered under the product
warranty.
Abrasive or harsh cleaners
Ammonia
Chlorine Bleach
Concentrated detergents
Metal or plastic-textured scouring pads
Vinegar-based cleaners
Citrus-based cleaners Use warm soapy water and a
soft, clean cloth or sponge.
Rinse with clean, warm water
and dry immedately to avoid
water spots.
Door Gaskets Metal or plastic-textured scouring pads Use warm soapy water and a
soft, clean cloth or sponge.
Apply a light film of petroleum
jelly to keep pliable.
Condenser Coil
Remove base grille to access
Condenser Fan Outlet
See back of refrigerator
Anything other than a vacuum cleaner Use a vacuum cleaner hose
nozzle
Use vacuum cleaner hose
nozzle with brush attachment
Accessories
Shelves, bins, drawers, etc.
A dishwasher Follow removal and installation
instructions from appropriate
section. Allow items to adjust
to room temperature. Dilute
mild detergent and use a soft,
clean cloth or sponge for
cleaning. Use a plastic bristle
brush to get into crevices.
Rinse with clean, warm water.
Dry glass and clear items
immediately to avoid spots.
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