Care And Cleaning
Cleaning the Outside
FINGERPRINT RESISTANT STAINLESS STEEL*, BLACK STAINLESS, SLATE, DARK
SLATE, PAINTED - Outside surfaces, door handles, and trim
DO NOT use Stainless Steel cleaners on the door surfaces.
IMPORTANT: The use of incorrect products may damage the outer finish of Fingerprint Resistant Stainless models.
Please follow these instructions and use only the appropriate items below to clean your appliance surfaces.
DO USE
On all models:
Soft, clean cloth or sponge
On fingerprint resistant* and painted
models:
Mild detergent mixed with warm water
On stainless steel models:
Mild detergent mixed with warm water
Visit the GE Appliances parts store
for approved stainless steel cleaners:
GEAppliancesparts.com or call
877.959.8688
Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar
be used to remove surface rust, tarnish
and small blemishes on stainless steel
surfaces only.
*Easily wipe away smudges and fingerprints.
NOTE: DO NOT allow stainless steel cleaner to come in contact with any plastic parts such as trim pieces, handle hardware and
with warm water.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the
wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning
around switches, lights or controls.
(15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. This both
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.
CAUTION
warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may
break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact
such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to
plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher.
Moving 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.
Turn the leveling legs at each front corner of the refrigerator
counterclockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator. 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.
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Abrasive cloths, scrubbing sponges, scouring or steel wool pads
Abrasive powders, liquids, or sprays
Window sprays, ammonia, or bleach
Citrus or plant oil based cleaners
Acidic or vinegar based cleaners
Abrasive powders or sprays
Window Sprays or Ammonia
Citrus or plant oil-based cleaners
Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners
Oven cleaners
Cleaners containing acetone (propanone)
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll
over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on some models).
After rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legs
clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator.
Replacing the Lights
compartment.
1.800.561.3344 in Canada.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the
refrigerator. Move the temperature control dial to the OFF
position, and clean the interior with a baking soda solution of
one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of
water. Leave the doors open.
Move the switch to the OFF position on the power switch
model, and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to
prevent serious property damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by taping
them securely in place to prevent damage. To prevent the doors
from opening while moving, secure them to the case with tape. Be
sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.
DO NOT USE
Oven cleaners
Alkaline cleaners
Stainless steel cleaners
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