NOTE
If the refrigerator is placed with the door
hinge side against a wall, allow additional
space so the door can be opened wider.
5
INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Do Not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will drop below 55°F (13°C) or
rise above 110°F (43°C). The compressor
will not be able to maintain proper
temperatures inside the refrigerator.
This Use & Care Guide provides general
installation and operating instructions for
this model. We recommend using a service
or kitchen contracting professional to install
the refrigerator. Use the refrigerator only as
instructed in this Use & Care Guide.
Before
starting the refrigerator, follow these
important first steps.
Location
• Choose a place that is near a grounded,
non-GFCI, electrical outlet.
Do Not
use
an extension cord or an adapter plug.
• If possible, place the refrigerator out of
direct sunlight and away from the range,
dishwasher, or other heat sources.
• The refrigerator must be installed on a
floor that is level and strong enough to
support a fully loaded refrigerator.
• Consider water supply availability for
models equipped with an automatic ice
maker.
Installation
Allow the following clearances for ease
of installation, proper air circulation, and
plumbing and electrical connections:
Sides & Top
⅜ inch (9.5 mm)
Back
1 inch (25.4 mm)
Door opening
The refrigerator should be positioned to allow
easy access to a counter when removing
food. For best use of refrigerator drawers and
freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a
position where both can be fully opened.
Tools Necessary:
Phillips Head
or
Quadrex Head
Screwdriver
(OR)
OR
8mm Socket
Wrench
Adjustable
Wrench
OR
⅜"
Fixed
Wrench
AND
AND
6mm
Allen Wrench
