Viking VUWC Installation Instructions - Page 16

Maintenance Cleaning Stainless Models Stainless door panels, handles and frames can discolor when exposed to chlorine gas, pool chemicals, saltwater or cleaners with bleach. Keep your stainless unit looking new by cleaning with a good quality all-in-one stainless steel cleaner and polish monthly. For best results use Claire® Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner. Comparable products are acceptable. Frequent cleaning will remove surface contamination that could lead to rust. Some installations may require cleaning weekly. Do not clean with steel wool pads. Do not use stainless steel cleaners or polishes on any glass surfaces. Clean any glass surfaces with a non-chlorine glass cleaner. Do not use cleaners not specifically intended for stainless steel on stainless steel surfaces (this includes glass, tile, and counter cleaners). If any surface discoloring or rusting appears, clean it quickly with Bon-Ami® or Barkeepers Friend Cleanser® and a nonabrasive cloth. Always clean with the grain. Always finish with Claire® Stainless Steel Polish and Cleaner or comparable product to prevent further problems. Using abrasive pads such as ScotchBrite™ will cause the graining in the stainless steel to become blurred. Rust not cleaned up promptly can penetrate the surface of the stainless steel and complete removal of the rust may not be possible. Integrated Models To clean integrated panels, use household cleaner per the cabinet manufacturer's recommendations. INTERIOR CLEANING Disconnect power to the unit. Clean the interior and all removed components using a mild nonabrasive detergent and warm solution applied with a soft sponge or non-abrasive cloth. Rinse the interior using a soft sponge and clean water. Do not use any solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. These types of cleaners may transfer taste and/or odor to the interior products and damage or discolor the interior. DEFROSTING Under normal conditions this unit does not require manual defrosting. Minor frost on the rear wall or visible through the evaporator plate vents is normal and will melt during each cycle. If there is excessive build-up of 1/4" (6 mm) or more, manually defrost the unit. Ensure the door is closing and sealing properly. High ambient temperature and excessive humidity can also produce frost. ! CAUTION DO NOT use an ice pick or other sharp instrument to help speed up defrosting. These instruments can puncture the inner lining or damage the cooling unit. DO NOT use any type of heater to defrost. Using a heater to speed up defrosting can cause personal injury and damage to the inner lining. NOTICE The drain pan was not designed to capture the water created when manually defrosting. To prevent water from overflowing the drain pan and possibly damaging water sensitive flooring, the unit must be removed from cabinetry. To defrost: 1. Disconnect power to the unit. 2. Remove all products from the interior 3. Prop the door in an open position (2 in. [50 mm] minimum). 4. Allow the frost to melt naturally. 5. After the frost melts completely, clean the interior and all removed components. (See INTERIOR CLEANING). 6. When the interior is dry, reconnect power and turn unit on. 16