Installation guide
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Care and Cleaning
Care and cleaning tips
Vacation and moving tips
Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions
Interior & Door 
Liners
•  Soap and water
•  Baking soda and water
•  Use two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of warm 
water. 
•  Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before 
cleaning around controls, LED lights or any electrical part.
Door Gaskets •  Soap and water •  Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
Drawers & Bins •  Soap and water •  Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks.
•  Do not wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in 
dishwasher.
Glass Shelves •  Soap and water
•  Glass cleaner
•  Mild liquid sprays
•  Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in 
warm water.
Toe Grille •  Soap and water
•  Mild liquid sprays
•  Vacuum
•  Remove toe grille (see Installation Instructions).
•  Vacuum both sides and wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge. 
Rinse and dry.
Exterior & 
Handles
•  Soap and water
•  Non abrasive glass cleaner
•  Do not use commercial household cleaners containing 
ammonia, bleach or alcohol to clean handles.
•  Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles.
•  Do not use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors.
Exterior & 
Handles 
(Stainless Steel 
Models Only)
•  Soap and water
•  Stainless steel cleaners
•  Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean 
stainless steel.
•  Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive 
soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a 
soft cloth.
•  Use a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. These cleaners 
can be purchased at most home improvement or major 
department stores. Always follow manufacturer’s instruction. 
Do not use household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach.
•  NOTE: Always clean, wipe and dry with grain to prevent 
scratching.
•  Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid 
detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
Occasion Tips
Short Vacations •  Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three weeks or less.
•  Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.
•  Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only be gone a 
few days.
Long Vacations •  Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.
•  Turn the cooling system off (see “Controls” section for location of On/Off button) and 
disconnect power cord.
•  Turn water supply valve to closed position.
•  Clean interior thoroughly.
•  Leave doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block doors open if necessary.
Moving •  Remove all food and ice.
•  If using a handcart, load from the side.
•  Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
•  Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface.
Replacing LED lights 
Both the freezer and fresh food compartments of your refrigerator include maintenance-free LED lights. To 
replace, contact an authorized service technician or call Customer Service at 1-800-223-3900.










