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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
Use the assistance of two or more persons to move or
install the refrigerator. Not following these instructions
may cause injury to the back and other parts of the
body.
UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Before installing your refrigerator, remove any tape or
temporary stickers. Do not remove any stickers that feature
warnings, the model serial number or the technical label
of the product located on the back of the refrigerator.
To remove adhesive tape residue, rub it well with your
fingers and a little liquid detergent. Clean with warm water
and let dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
liquids or abrasive cleaning products to remove the
adhesive tape or glue. These products can damage the
surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see the
section on
“Important Safety Instructions”
.
The shelves come already installed in their factory position.
Remove the shelves and replace them according to your
spacing needs.
WARNING
WHEN MOVING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Your refrigerator is extremely heavy. Make sure you
protect the floor when moving your refrigerator for
cleaning or servicing. Always pull your refrigerator
straight out when moving it. Do not shift from side to
side or “walk” the refrigerator when attempting to move
it as this can cause damage to the floor.
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Keep all flammable materials and vapors (such as
gasoline) away from the refrigerator. Not following
these instructions may cause death, explosion or fire.
INSTALLATION
1.
Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight
or humidity.
2.
To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator
MUST
be installed on a solidly constructed floor.
3.
Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended.
4. NEVER
install the refrigerator on a platform or a weakly
supported structure.
5.
Install this appliance in an area where the temperature
is between 41 °F (5 °C) and 110 °F (43 °C). If the
temperature around the appliance is too low or high,
cooling ability may be adversely affected.
NOTE:
For proper air circulation, and best
cooling and energy consumption
results, maintain a minimum
distance of 2 inches (5,08 cm) from
adjacent items and surfaces.
WARNING
Be careful when you work with the hinge, base grille,
stopper, etc. You may be injured.
Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base
grille or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be injured
or receive an electrical shock.
BASE GRILLE INSTALLATION
To install or replace base grille:
1.
Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of
refrigerator.
2.
Place base grille into position and insert and tighten
screws.
To remove the base grille:
1.
Open the doors (Refrigerator and Freezer).
2.
Once doors are open, remove screws from base grille
and remove.
3.
Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator.
HANDLE REMOVAL
You may have to remove the door handles to move the
refrigerator through a narrow opening. See instructions
below.
2"(5,08 cm)
Mounting
Fasteners
Set
Screw
Allen
Wrench
