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Installation
Unpacking Your Refrigerator-Freezer:
WARNING: Use two or more people to move this appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
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Remove tape and any labels (except the rating label) from your refrigerator-freezer before using.
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To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb.
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Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the
adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
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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-freezer.
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When moving the appliance, do not tilt it beyond 45° from the upright position.
Cleaning Before Use
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After you remove all of the packaging materials, especially the foam between the outside condenser and
cabinet, clean the inside of your refrigerator-freezer before using it. See
Cleaning and Maintenance
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Space Requirements:
WARNING: Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from this appliance.
Failure to do so can result in fire, burns, explosion or death.
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To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator-freezer, allow for 8” (about 200mm) of space on each
side, 8” between the back of your refrigerator-freezer and the wall, and 12” (about 300mm) above the
appliance.
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If you are installing your refrigerator-freezer next to a fixed wall, leave sufficient space on the hinge side to
allow for the door to swing open.
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Never install your refrigerator-freezer near a heat source (e.g., oven, radiator) or in direct sunlight.
Electrical Requirements:
WARNING:
DO NOT REMOVE GROUND PRONG.
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTOR.
DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORD
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Failure to follow these instructions can result in electrical shock, fire or death
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Before you move your refrigerator-freezer into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the
proper electrical connection. A standard 115Volt AC only / 60Hz electrical supply is required, properly
grounded and with a 15 amp fuse. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be
provided. Use a socket that cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.
NOTE:
Before performing any type of installation, disconnect the refrigerator-freezer from the electrical
source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator-freezer to the electrical source and reset the
control to the desired setting.
