Refrigerator Maintenance: How to clean your fridge

Cleaning your fridge

Cleaning your refrigerator is easy. Follow our easy steps to maintain your refrigerator's clean appearance.

How to clean a stainless steel refrigerator

First, find the direction of the stainless steel grain. It could be horizontal, vertical or diagonal.

Next, wash the steel with a soft cloth and mild, soapy water. Be sure to always wipe in the direction of the grain. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

Apply the Bosch stainless steel conditioner and wipe with a soft cloth in the direction of the grain. Remove excess with a paper towel. DO NOT apply the conditioner to logos, control labels or black stainless steel. Black stainless steel can be simply cleaned with mild soapy water and a soft cloth. DO NOT use chlorine-based cleaners or abrasive cleaners and cloths.

How to clean the interior of your refrigerator

First, remove all food from refrigerator and store in a cool location.

Allow any frost in the freezer to thaw, then wipe down walls, shelving and drawers with a soft cloth and mild, soapy water. Ensure water does not get into the lights or run into the evaporation tray through the drain hole.

Wipe door seals with a damp cloth.

Dry with a soft cloth then return food back to refrigerator.

Drawers, bins and other accessories should be washed by hand with mild, soapy water. Do not wash them in the dishwasher.

Need further assistance with refrigerator maintenance?

Please contact Bosch Customer Support at 1-800-944-2904.