Care And Cleaning - GE GSH22JFR Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Dispenser drip area.
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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.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of
baking soda in the refrigerator 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.
Behind 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.
Pull the refrigerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it straight in.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food
and unplug the refrigerator. Move the freezer
control to the 0 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.
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.
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.
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).
Set the icemaker power switch to the
0 position and shut off the water supply
to the refrigerator.
If the temperature can drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicer drain the water
supply system (on some models) to prevent
serious property damage due to flooding.