Whirlpool W10730921B Instructions D'installation page 26

REFRIGERATOR CARE
Cleaning
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.
However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid
buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
Exterior Cleaning
Please see the exterior cleaning information specific to your
model.
Style 1 - Smooth Door
IMPORTANT: Damage to smooth finish due to improper use
of cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning
products, is not covered under the warranty. Sharp or blunt
instruments will mar the finish.
DO USE
✔ Soft, clean cloth
✔ Warm, soapy water -
use a mild detergent.
NOTE: Paper towels scratch and may dull the clear coat of the
painted door. To avoid possible damage, use only soft, clean
clothes to polish and wipe the door.
Style 2 - Stainless Steel
IMPORTANT:
■ Use recommended stainless steel cleaners and cloths only.
Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of
cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning
products, is not covered under the warranty.
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DO NOT USE
✘ Abrasive cloths
✘ Paper towels or newsprint
✘ Steel-wool pads
✘ Abrasive powders or liquids
✘ Window sprays
✘ Ammonia
✘ Acidic or vinegar-based
cleaners
✘ Oven cleaners
✘ Flammable fluids
■ Avoid exposing stainless steel appliances to caustic or
corrosive elements such as high-salt, high-moisture, or high-
humidity environments. Damage due to exposure to these
elements is not covered under the warranty.
DO USE
✔ Soft, clean cloth
✔ Warm, soapy water
✔ For heavy soil, use
ONLY a stainless steel
cleaner designed for
appliances. To order
the cleaner, see
"Accessories."
NOTES:
■ If unintentional contact does occur, clean plastic part with a
sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with
a soft cloth.
■ Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is
nonabrasive. Many liquid cleansers formulated to be gentle
on tile and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel.
■ Citric acid permanently discolors stainless steel. To avoid
damaging the finish of your stainless steel refrigerator:
Do not allow these substances to remain on the finish
✘ Mustard
✘ Tomato juice
✘ Marinara sauce
Interior Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Refrigerator shelves with under-shelf, LED lighting
are not dishwasher safe.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and
a mild detergent in warm water.
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes,
concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing
petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners,
or gaskets.
3. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
DO NOT USE
✘ Abrasive cloths
✘ Paper towels or newsprint
✘ Steel-wool pads
✘ Abrasive powders or liquids
✘ Ammonia
✘ Citrus-based cleaners
✘ Acidic or vinegar-based
cleaners
✘ Oven cleaners
✘ Stainless steel cleaner is for
stainless steel parts only! Do
not allow the Stainless Steel
Cleaner and Polish to come
into contact with any plastic
parts such as the trim pieces,
dispenser covers, or door
gaskets.
✘ Citrus-based sauces
✘ Citrus-based products