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general Information
Warnings
Read and follow all instructions before using this
appliance to prevent the potential risk of fire, electric
shock, personal injury, or damage to the appliance
as a result of improper usage of the appliance. Use
appliance only for its intended purpose as described
in this manual.
To ensure proper and safe operation: appliance
must be properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. DO NOT attempt to adjust,
repair, service, or replace any part of your appliance
unless it is specifically recommended in this manual.
All other servicing should be referred to a qualified
servicer.
Make sure that incoming voltage is the same as unit
rating. An electric rating plate specifying voltage,
frequency, wattage, amperage, and phase is
attached to the product.
electrical Requirements
Assure that the electrical installation is adequate and
in conformance with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or Canadian Electrical
Code C22.1-1998 and C22.2 No. 0-M91
(or latest edition), and all local codes and
ordinances. A 115 volt, 60-Hz, 15 amp, fused,
electrical supply is required. It is required that a
separate circuit serving only this appliance be
provided. This appliance is equipped with a power
supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug.
To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must
be plugged into a mating 3-prong, grounding-type
wall receptacle. DO NOT use an extension cord.
WARNING
TIP OVER HAZARD
Appliance is top heavy and tips easily when not
completely installed. Keep doors closed until
appliance is completely installed and secured
per installation instructions.
Use two or more people to move and install
appliance. Failure to do so can result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Disconnect power or turn power disconnect
switch to “OFF” position before removing top
grille. Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. If a
2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, contact
a qualified electrician.
DO NOT remove ground prong.
Unit must be grounded at all times.
DO NOT use an adapter.
DO NOT use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
BURN HAZARD
DO NOT touch condenser coils near defrost
pan. Doing so can result in burns.
