Installation Sheet

5
Unpacking
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install or uninstall
appliance.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
■ Remove and recycle or discard all packaging materials
except for the foam corner posts, which will be used for
installation.
■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the refrigerator or freezer. 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. These
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator or
freezer. For more information, see the “Safety” section.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for
cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with
cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. 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.
Cleaning Before Use
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside
of your refrigerator or freezer before using it. See the cleaning
instructions in the “Caring For Your Refrigerator or Freezer”
section.
Important information to know about glass shelves
and covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,
pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers
are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid
dropping.
INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER
Location Requirements
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from appliance.
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Ventilation and Clearance
Refrigerator
■ Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from refrigerator.
■ Do not cover the refrigerator with items such as blankets,
sheets, tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation.
■ Allow at least 1" (25.4 mm) between the back of the
refrigerator and the wall. If the refrigerator is to be next to a
fixed wall, leave extra space on the hinge side so the door
can open wider.
Freezer
■ Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from freezer.
■ Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets, sheets,
tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation.
■ Allow at least 3" (7.5 cm) of air space at the top and on both
sides of the freezer and 1" (2.5 cm) between the back of the
freezer and the wall. If the freezer is to be next to a fixed wall,
leave extra space on the hinge side so the door can open
wider.
Temperature
Your appliances operates most efficiently when located in an area
where the temperature will not fall below 40°F (5°C). Place your
appliances in a location where the temperature will not fall below
this recommended temperature.
Upon Moving To Final Location
Refrigerator
NOTE: Allow for 1" (2.54 cm) space between the back of the
refrigerator and the wall.
Freezer
NOTE: Allow for a 3" (7.5 cm) clearance at the top and sides and
1" (2.5 cm) between the back and wall.
Tools
Gather the required tools before assembly:
Helpful Tools:
■ Electric screwdriver
■ 3/8" ratchet wrench
■ 5/16" hex-head socket wrench
■ 3/8" hex-head socket wrench
■ 2" flat putty knife
■ Phillips screwdriver
■ 1/2" wrench
■ TORX T25
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screwdriver
■ TORX T40
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screwdriver
■ 3/8" Combination wrench
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