GE TFH22PRSMWW Use And Care & Installation Manual

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CARE AND CLEANINGCleaning--OutsideThe water and ice dispenser spill shelf (on some models)shouldbe wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting. Water left on the shelfmay leave deposits that you cam'emo_ e by soaking with undilutedvinegar. You can also use a paste of non-precipitating water softener(such a", Calgon brand) and water, or 1 leaspoon (5 ml) of citric acidpowder per pint (500 ml) of hot tap water. Soak until Ihe depositdisappears or become', loose enough to rinse av, a x. Usually 30minutessoaking time i adequate. A'. old usingwax on the spillshelf alld trim.The dispenser pad can be cleaned b_ using a \Val'ln water and bakingsoda solution-about a tablespoon ( !5 nil)of baking soda to a quart ( l L)of water. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dD.The door handles and trim (on some model',) can be cleaned with acloth dampened with asolulionof mild liquid dishwashing detergent andt<_ter.l)l y with a sob cloth. Don't use wax on the door handles and trim.The soft door handles (on some models ) are easy to keep clea!lif they are waxed eve D fc\,_ momhs Use a househoM \_.ax _.uch as,Pledge brand or Jubilee brand to coat ltle handle',. Soil will thef_easi I3__vash off with a dish detergent and water or a _ml_abras i\ eal] purpose cleaner.Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened withkitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry andpolish with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refi'igerator with asoiled dishwashing cloth or wet toweh These may lea e a residue thatcan erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners,bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products canscratch and weaken the paint finish.Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the refi'igeratoris a high quality, baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will staynew-looking and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of kitchen/appliancewax when the refi'igerator is new and then at least twice a year.Appliance Polish Wax & (?leaner is available from Service andPart Centers.Cleaning--InsideInside the fresh food and freezer compartments should be cleanedat least once a year. Unplug the refi'igerator before cleaning. If this isnot practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or clod1 whencleaning around sw itches, lights or controls.Usewarm water and baking soda solutio_ aboltt a tablespoon( 15 ml) of baking soda to a quart !1 L) of water. Thi both clealm andneutralizes odors. Riase thoroughly with water and _;ipo dry.Other parts of the refrigeralor--irleludi ,1_!door gaskcls, meat al_dvegetable &awer\, icesloragebi n and a] [plaslicparls canbecleaned the same way. a llerclean i ng door gaskets, apply a thin layerof petroleum jelly todae door gaskels at the hinge,,ide. This helpsheep the gaskels lwm sticking and hendmg out ol shape. Do not usecleansing powder\ or olhcl abrasi', e cleaner'..A old cIeanhlgcoMglasssheh e'. idlhot _v iterbecause01e extremetemperature dit't)reoco ma3 cause them {o break.To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in therear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf. Change the box exery 3months. An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stalefreezer odors.Do not wash any plastic parts from your refrigerator inyour automatic dishwasher.Drain opening in freezer compartment. [During yearly cleaning, remove bottom ffeez_t,asket and flush a solution of baking soda1teaspoon (5 ml) and 2 cups (500 ml) of hot(not boiling) water through the &ain lilre wthe help of a meat baster. This will help eliminateodor and reduce the 1 ikelihoodof a clogged drainline. If drain become clogged, use a meat basterand baking-soda-and-water solutkm to force theclog through the drain line.Behind RefrigeratorCaw should be taken in mo_ ing yi'mr refrigerator a\va_ from the wallAlllypesof fh_oreovedng_canbedamaged, particularly cushionedco\ eri ngs and those _ hh embossed surQtces.Pul_ the tel dgm atorstud gh t out and return it Io pos ition b} pushing i t straight in. Moving?, our rel rigerator in a side direction may rest*It in damage to }our floorco'*eriug or refiigerator.Whcu pushing the reh'igerator back. makesureyou don't rollover thepower cord or icenlaker bupply lille {ou some model\).Under RefrigeratorFor most efficient operation,you need to keep the area under therefrigerator clean. Remove the basegri tie arid either sweep away or_,acuum up dust that is readilyaccessib]e. For best resu Its. use abrush specially designed lbr thispurpose. It is a _,affable at mostapp! i ante parts stores. This easycleaning operation should be doneat least once a year. Clean the condenser coilsat least once a year.( _l#xl pugs911