INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or
other heat source, in a location with prolonged exposure to direct
Unpack the Refrigerator
sunlight, nor in a location where the temperature will fall below
55°F (13°C).
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
15
3/16" (10 cm)
IMPORTANT: Allow the refrigerator to stand upright for a
minimum of 1 hour after unpacking it and before plugging it into
the electrical outlet. See ?Electrical Requirements.? This allows
the refrigerant to settle properly and prevents damage to the
cooling system.
Remove packaging materials
Remove and properly dispose of packaging materials.
Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water
and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These13/16" (3 cm)
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For
more information, see ?Refrigerator Safety.?
Electrical Requirements
When MovingYour Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigeratorWARNING
for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor.
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.
Do not wiggle or ?walk? the refrigerator when trying to move
it, as floor damage could occur.
Clean before useElectrical Shock Hazard
After you remove and properly dispose of all packaging materials,
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the
cleaning instructions in ?Refrigerator Care.?Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Location Requirements
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
WARNINGfire, or electrical shock.
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is
important to make sure you have the proper electrical
connection:
Recommended grounding method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused, grounded
Explosion Hazardelectrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
extension cord.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or
removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator
Allow at least 13D?? in. (3 cm) of air space at the back and sides ofor Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF and then
the refrigerator and 31uD?? in. (10 cm) of air space at the top of thedisconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you
are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source
refrigerator. If the hinge side is against a wall, leave extra space
and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control
so the door canopenwider.
depending on the model) to the desired setting.
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