Use and Care Guide

13INSTALLATION
ENGLISH
Unpacking the Refrigerator
WARNING
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Use two or more people to move and install the
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back
injury or other injury.
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The refrigerator is heavy. Protect the oor when
moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service.
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when
moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator
when trying to move it, as oor damage could
occur.
•
Keep ammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to
do so can result in re, explosion, or death.
NOTE
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Remove tape and any temporary labels from your
refrigerator before using. Do not remove any
warning labels, the model and serial number label,
or the Tech Sheet that is located under the front of
the refrigerator.
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To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area
briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can
also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount
of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your
ngers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
•
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,
ammable uids, or abrasive cleaners to remove
tape or glue. These products can damage the
surface of your refrigerator.
•
Reinstall or adjust shelves as needed. Refrigerator
shelves are installed in the shipping position.
Reinstall shelves according to your individual
storage needs.
Choosing the Proper Location
Electricity
Use an individual, grounded outlet:115 Volts, 60 Hz,
AC, 15 Amps minimum.
WARNING
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Don’t use existing holes unless they are in the
target area. Otherwise, the water supply and
drain hose may be damaged by being crushed
or kinked.
Flooring
To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be
installed and leveled on a solidly constructed floor. If
required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate for
the unevenness of the floor.
NOTE
•
Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform
or weakly supported structure is not recommended.
Ambient Temperature
Install this appliance in an area where the temperature
is between 55 °F (13 °C) and 110 °F (43 °C).
If the temperature around the appliance is too low or
high, cooling ability may be adversely affected.
1
Place your appliance where it is easy to use.
2
Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct
sunlight or moisture.
3
To ensure proper air circulation around the
refrigerator, allow for space at both sides and at
the top. Allow for 2 inches (5 cm) of clearance
from the real wall of the enclosure.
4
To avoid vibrations, the appliance must be
leveled.
5
Don’t install the appliance in a location where the
temperature falls below 41°F (5°C). Doing so may
affect product performance.
2″ (5 cm)