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Truth or Myth
Truth or Myth?
The automatic ice maker in
my refrigerator will produce ice
when the refrigerator is plugged
in to a power receptacle.
Refrigerator door handles can
be easily tightened.
After starting the ice maker
throw away 24 hours of ice
production.
for installation.
There is an adjustment to rear
wheels.
Any All-Purpose cleaner can be
used to clean my refrigerator.
Gaskets will last longer
with regular cleaning and
maintenance.
removed before use.
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Answer
Explanation
MYTH
The refrigerator must be connected to water, and the ice maker must be turned on. Make
sure the ice maker is turned on, only after the water line is connected and water is turned
on. The ice maker can be turned off by switching it to the OFF position.
allow at least 24 hours for the refrigerator to pull down and the unit's temperature to
MYTH
from closing. To help reduce to the potential for frost please make sure there is proper
food before loading into the refrigerator, moisture from open containers can add to the
frost load.
located on the ends of the handles.
To avoid issues with odor and taste the first batch of ice should be discarded
MYTH
section for re-hang procedure.
MYTH
Front leveling legs are adjustable and should be used to balance the refrigerator.
Leveling legs are used to make initial fresh food door adjustment. There should be
MYTH
All-purpose cleaners are not recommended for use on the refrigerator.
The stainless steel doors can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel
wax or polish on the stainless steel.
Clean gaskets with warm soapy water. Make sure all folds are clean and dry after
cleaning. Make sure flanges are clear of any grit or grime. After cleaning the door
gaskets, apply paraffin wax or petroleum jelly to the door gaskets and hinges at the hinge
side. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape.
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