Viking DDSB542DSS Use and Care Manual - Page 17

Product Care Cleaning and Maintenance CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage, read and follow all cleaning product manufacturer's directions. WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, turn power disconnect switch to OFF before cleaning. After cleaning, return power disconnect switch to ON position. Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you can do to help extend its life. This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during a power outage. Interior Surfaces Wash the interior surfaces of your refrigerator with four tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in one quart of warm water. Use a soft, clean cloth. Rinse these surfaces with warm water, and dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not use the following to clean interior surfaces: • Abrasive or harsh cleaners, such as ammonia or chlorine bleach • Concentrated detergents or solvents • Metal scouring pads These products can scratch, crack and discolor your refrigerator's surfaces. Also, never wash the ice bucket or shelves in the dishwasher. They must be cleaned by hand. 32 Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Chart Part Removable parts (shelves, drawers) What to Use Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water How to Clean Hand wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly. Front door panels • Stainless steel Stainless steel cleaner Wipe with soft cloth. • Painted Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water Hand wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly. Interior walls (allow freezer to warm up so cloth will not stick) Sponge, soft cloth or paper towel with baking soda or or mild detergent and warm water Hand wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly. Door liners and gaskets Sponge, soft cloth or paper towel with mild detergent and warm water Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, or cleaners containing chlorine bleach Wash, wipe and dry thoroughly. Plastic parts (covers, panels) Soft, clean sponge or soft clean cloth with mild detergent and warm water Do not use paper towels, window sprays, or scouring pads. These can scratch and damage the finish. Wash, wipe and dry thoroughly. Super Clog-Resistant™ Condenser* Vacuum cleaner with extended narrow attachment Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. *Under normal conditions, condenser is maintenance-free. 33 Product Care