Care And Cleaning; The Outside; The Inside - GE 22 Manual

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.

FINGERPRINT RESISTANT STAINLESS STEEL*, BLACK STAINLESS, SLATE, DARK

SLATE, PAINTED - Outside surfaces, door handles, and trim

DO NOT use Stainless Steel cleaners on the door surfaces.

IMPORTANT:

Black Stainless models. Please follow these instructions and use only the appropriate items below to clean your

appliance surfaces.

damage.

DO USE

Soft, clean cloth or sponge

Microfiber cloth

Mild detergent mixed with warm

water

STAINLESS STEEL - Outside surfaces, door handles, and trim

NOTE: DO NOT allow stainless steel cleaner to come in contact with any plastic parts such as trim pieces, handle

sponge and mild detergent mixed with warm water.

Soft, clean cloth or sponge

Mild detergent mixed with warm water

Appliances parts store for approved stainless steel

cleaners: GEApplianceparts.com or call 877.959.8688

Cleanser™ can be used to remove surface rust, tarnish

and small blemishes on stainless steel surfaces only.

Cleaning the Inside

To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.

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

wipe dry.

Use of any cleaning solution other than that which

is recommended, especially those that contain

petroleum distillates, can crack or damage the

interior of the refrigerator.

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Abrasive cloths, paper towels, scrubbing sponges (with or without soap),

scouring or steel wool pads

Abrasive powders, liquids, or sprays

Window sprays, ammonia, or bleach

Citrus or plant oil-based cleaners

Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners

DO USE

The dispenser cradle (on some models). Before

cleaning, lock the dispenser by pressing and holding the

LOCK pad for 3 seconds. Clean with warm water and

baking soda solution—about a tablespoon (15 ml) of

baking soda to a quart (1 l) of water. Rinse thoroughly

and wipe dry.

DO NOT USE

Oven cleaners

Alkaline cleaners

Stainless steel cleaners

DO NOT USE

Abrasive cloths, scrubbing sponges (with or without

soap), scouring or steel wool pads

Abrasive powders or sprays

Window Sprays or Ammonia

Citrus or plant oil-based cleaners

Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners

Oven cleaners

Cleaners containing acetone (propanone)

CAUTION

with warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and

covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature

changes or impact such as bumping or dropping.

Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small

pieces if it breaks.

dishwasher.

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