LG LBNC15231V Owners Manual - Page 23

MAINTENANCE Cleaning WARNING MAINTENANCE 23 Exterior For products with black stainless steel exterior, spray glass cleaner on a clean, microfiber cloth and rub in direction of grain. Do not spray glass cleaner directly at the display panel. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. ENGLISH •• Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. CAUTION •• Do not use an abrasive cloth or sponge when cleaning the interior and exterior of the refrigerator. •• Do not place your hand on the bottom surface of the refrigerator when opening and closing the doors. General Cleaning Tips •• Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both sections once a month to prevent odors. •• Wipe up spills immediately. •• Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power before cleaning. •• Remove all removable parts, such as shelves. •• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. •• Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly. •• When cleaning the inside or outside of the appliance, do not wipe it with a rough brush, toothpaste, or flammable materials. Do not use cleaning agents containing flammable substances. −−Doing so may cause discoloration or damage to the appliance. −−Flammable substances: alcohol (ethanol, methanol, isopropyl alcohol, isobutyl alcohol, etc.), thinners, bleach, benzene, flammable liquids, abrasives, etc. Inside Walls •• Allow freezer to warm up so the cloth will not stick. To help remove odors, wash the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved so it does not scratch the surfaces of the refrigerator. Door Liners and Gaskets Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic refrigerator parts. Plastic Parts (covers and panels) Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use glass cleaners, abrasive cleaners, or flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage the material.