GE Appliance - Protective Tape and Label Removal

The most effective way to remove adhesive left from film, packing tape, stickers, tags or labels on a new appliance and ensure no damage is done to the finish of the product is to apply one of the following:

• Household Liquid Dishwashing Detergent

• Mineral Oil

• Cooking Oil

• Goo Gone®

 

Apply any of these products using a soft, clean cloth and allow it to soak on the film, packing tape, sticker, tag or label. After soaking for a while, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use a plastic pad or the equivalent on the appliance. Wipe the appliance dry and then apply polish to thoroughly clean and protect the surface.

 

Precautions:

• Do not allow the mineral oil, cooking oil, or Goo Gone® to come in contact with any plastic parts, especially the inner liner of a refrigerator. These items will destroy the plastic parts.

• Do not use Goo Gone® on stainless steel appliances unless you have tested it in an inconspicuous area first. In some cases, Goo Gone® can discolor or darken stainless steel.

 

You may also want to take a look at our Refrigerator - Removing Adhesive Residue article.