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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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IMPORTANT
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Save these instructions for
local inspector’s use.
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Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
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instructions with the Consumer.
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future reference.
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basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time –
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15 minutes
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
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Installation
Instructions
Refrigerator
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.ca
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WARNING
Tip Over Hazard.
These appliances are top heavy, especially with any
doors open, and must be secured to prevent tipping
forward which could result in death or serious injury.
Read and follow the entire installation instructions for
securing the appliance with the anti-tip system.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard.
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result in fire, explosion, or death.
WARNING
To reduce the risk associated with
choking, do not allow children under 3 years of age to
have access to small parts during the installation of
this product.
CAUTION
Lifting Hazard
This unit is very heavy. To reduce the risk of
person injury during maneuvering and installing
this appliance, 4 people are required for proper
installation.
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the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be
careful closing doors when children are in the area.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
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unit.
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fixed house wiring or circuit breaker for disconnecting
the appliance from the electrical supply after
installation.
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it will not run often enough to maintain proper
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water (rain, etc.) or direct sunlight.
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loaded.
For proper installation, the refrigerator/freezer
must be placed on a level surface of hard material
the same height as the rest of the flooring. This
surface should be strong enough to support a fully
loaded refrigerator, or approximately
1,500 lbs. (680.39 kg) each.
