REFRIGERATOR CARE
Cleaning
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
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.
■ ■ 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
All of the Refrigerator, Freezer and Flexi freeze sections defrost
automatically. However, clean all the sections about once a month
to avoid build-up of odours. Wipe up spills immediately.
Exterior Cleaning
Please see 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 with
a mild detergent
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
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 doors.
Warm, soapy water
with a mild detergent
For heavy soil, use only
a stainless steel cleaner
designed for appliances.
To order the cleaner,
contact the dealer from
whom you purchased
your refrigerator.
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.
Style 3 — Fingerprint-Resistant Stainless
IMPORTANT:
■ ■
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 with
a mild detergent
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
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 non-
abrasive. Many liquid cleansers formulated to be gentle on tile
and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel.
■ ■ Citric acid permanently discolours stainless steel.
To avoid damaging the finish of your stainless steel
refrigerator:
Do not allow these substances to remain on the finish:
Mustard
Citrus-based sauces
Tomato juice
Citrus-based products
Marinara sauce
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