5
Installation of Your Refrigerator
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This
appliance is designed to be free-standing only, and should not be recessed or built-in.
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Place your refrigerator on a floor that is strong enough to support the refrigerator when it is fully
loaded. Be sure the refrigerator is level. (Level your refrigerator by adjusting the legs at the front.)
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Allow at least 4 inches of space at the back and sides of the refrigerator, which allows the proper
air circulation to cool the compressor. This improves cooling efficiency and saves energy.
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Do not cover the top of the refrigerator with a mat or cloth. This will help maintain the operating
efficiency of the appliance.
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Locate the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator,
etc.). Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical
consumption. Extremely cold ambient temperatures may also cause the refrigerator to perform
improperly.
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Avoid locating the refrigerator in moist areas.
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After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet, allow the unit to cool down for 2-3 hours before
placing food into the refrigerator.
When installing the unit on a table or countertop, keep the following in mind:
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Surface (countertop) is flat, level, and strong enough to support the unit once it is fully loaded.
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Surface is wide enough to accommodate the unit without any overhang.
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Surface is deep enough to accommodate the unit when the door is opened to 90º.
Electrical Connection
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Plug the refrigerator into an exclusive, properly installed, grounded wall outlet. Do not under any
circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions
concerning power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an
authorized service center.
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This refrigerator should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord of this refrigerator
is equipped with a three-prong plug that mates with standard three-prong wall outlets to minimize
the possibility of electrical shock.
Warning
Improper use of the grounded plug can result in the risk of electrical shock. If the power cord is
damaged, have it replaced by an authorized service center.
4"
4"
1¼"
Minimum clearances for sides and top
