Magic Chef MCR16CHM User Guide - Page 10

CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your Refrigerator • Upon installation of your new appliance, it is recommended that it be cleaned thoroughly. • Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet. • Remove all food content. • Wash the inside with a damp warm cloth soaked in lukewarm water and baking soda solution. The solution should be about 2 tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water. • Be sure to keep the door gasket (seal) clean to keep the unit running efficiently. • The outside of the refrigerator should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water. • Dry the interior and exterior with a soft cloth. Changing the Inner Light • Before removing the inner light, turn off the appliance first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury. • Using a screwdriver, remove the two screws from the clear plastic cover. • Tilt the panel towards the front of the appliance and unscrew the LED board from the white plastic spacer. • Gently unclip the power cable from the red socket insert on the LED board. • Insert the power cable into the red socket insert on the replacement LED board. • Position within the black plastic spacer. • Reassemble the LED board, spacer and cover together using the two screws. • Reposition the panel and carefully enclose the cord within the LED housing. • Reattach the clear plastic panel using two screws. Important: The replacement of LED lamp can only be performed by an authorized technician. Vacation Time • Turn off the refrigerator first and then unplug the unit from the wall outlet. • Remove all the food. • Clean the refrigerator. • Leave the lid open slightly to avoid possible formation of condensation, mold, or odors. • Use extreme caution in the case of children. The unit should not be accessible to child's play. • 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. Moving 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 stays in the upright position during transportation. 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. Overloading the refrigerator forces the compressor to run longer. • Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the refrigerator. • Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible. 7