Care And Maintenance; Vacation Time; Energy Saving Tips - Rca Rfr459-B-Com Mode D'emploi

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaninq Your Refrigerator
Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended
Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet.
Remove all food content.
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Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth soaked in lukewarm water and baking soda solution.
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The solution should be about 2 tablespoons
Be sure to keep the door gasket (seal) clean to keep the unit running efficiently.
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The outside of the refrigerator
Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth.
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Vacation Time
Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet.
Remove all the food.
Clean the refrigerator.
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Leave the door open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odor.
Use extreme caution in the case Of children.
Short vacations: Leave the refrigerator operating during vacations of less than three weeks.
Long vacations: If the appliance will not be used for several months, remove all food and unplug
the power cord. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly. To prevent odor and mold growth, leave
the door open slightly: blocking it open if necessary or have the door removed.
Movinq Your Refrigerator
• Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet.
Remove all the food.
• Securely tape down all loose items inside your refrigerator.
• Tape the doors shut.
• Be sure the refrigerator

Energy Saving Tips

The refrigerator should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing
appliances or heating ducts, and out of the direct sunlight.
Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the refrigerator.
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refrigerator forces the compressor to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality, or
spoil.
Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator.
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This cuts down on frost build-up inside the refrigerator.
Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches.
items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.
Of baking soda to a quart Of water.
should be cleaned with mild detergent
The unit should not be accessible to child's play.
stays in the upright position during transportation.
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that it be cleaned thoroughly.
and warm water.
Overloading the
Remove as many