Care and cleaning of the refrigerator, Condenser, Cleaning the outside – Kleenmaid PSA22 User Manual

Page 12: Cleaning the inside, Behind the refrigerator

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Condenser

There is no need for routine condenser

cleaning in normal home operating

environments. However, in environments

that may be particularly dusty or greasy, the

condenser should be cleaned periodically

for efficient refrigerator operation.

Cleaning the condenser:
The condenser is located inside the back

of the refrigerator. To access it, first unplug

the refrigerator. Then remove the access

cover. The condenser is on the right side.

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 tablespoon

(15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 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.

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 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.

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 tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to a quart (1 liter) 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

basket 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.

Dispenser drip area.

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).

Behind the Refrigerator

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