Space Requirements
INSTALLING YOUR
WARNING
REFRIGERATOR
Unpacking Your Refrigerator
WARNINGExplosion Hazard
Excessive Weight HazardKeep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.or fire.
Removing Packaging MaterialsnTo ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow
for a .5? (1.25 cm) space on each side
nRemove tape and any labels from your refrigerator
before using (except the model and serial number nAllow 3? (7.5 cm) of space between overhead cabinets
label).and refrigerator top.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area nAllow at least 1? (2.5 cm) between back of cabinet and
briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also the wall.
be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid
dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe
with warm water and dry.
nDo not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,
flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape
or glue. These products can damage the surface of
your refrigerator. For more information, see 3" (7.5 cm)
?Refrigerator Safety? section.
nOn some models, shelves, bins, door shelf rails, and
other feature parts may be packaged in the Finishing
Touches? FeaturePak. Follow the instructions
contained in the package for proper assembly.
IMPORTANT:
nDepending on your model, do not remove any
permanent instruction labels inside your refrigerator, or .5" (1.25 cm)
the Tech Sheet that is fastened behind the base grille. nIf your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you
nDepending on your model, do not remove the white leave some extra space at the back for the water line
connections.
Styrofoam insert that is located behind the control
panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator. The insert is part nIf you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall,
of the refrigerator and not part of the packing material. leave 2? (5 cm) minimum on the hinge side (depending
If the insert is removed, ice may migrate down from the on your model) to allow for the door to swing open.
freezer and cause icicles to form.
nLevel the refrigerator (See ?Door Closing and
Alignment?).
NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator,
or other heat source, nor in a location where the
temperature will fall below 40° F (5° C).
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