VWR General Purpose Refrigerators and Freezers
Installation | 5
Installation
Location
Locate your unit in the most convenient place and near a
grounded electric outlet. Do not use an extension cord or an
adapter plug.
The cabinet should be level at the front and the rear. The
sides should tilt 1/4 inch (6 mm) from front-to-back to ensure
the doors. Close and seal properly. Doors should align each
other.
If possible, locate your unit out of direct sunlight and away
from heat sources such as a radiator or heat duct.
Leveling the Unit
Unit must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid
floor. The floor must be strong enough to support a fully
loaded unit.
After discarding crating screws, use a carpenters level to level
the unit from front-to-back. Adjust the plastic leveling feet in
front, ½ bubble higher, so that the door closes easily when left
open about halfway. To adjust the leveling legs, turn the legs
clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower
it.
Clearance
Position the unit so that there is at least
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3/8" on the sides, 1" at the rear, 3/8" at the top,
It is recommended to leave more space at the back of unit in
case maintenance is required.
Be Advised
WARNING:
Unless unit is specifically designed
for combustible or flammable atmospheres.
DO NOT use in the presence of flammable or
combustible materials or explosive gases.
DO NOT use in the presence of pressurized or
sealed containers
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fire or explosion may result in
death.
CAUTION:
Before connecting the final power
supply, check the electrical characteristics of the
unit dataplate to see that it is in agreement with
the power supplied. In addition, power should be
wired to the unit according to the electrical
schematic and all applicable codes. Only
qualified electricians should work on the
electrical portion of any unit installation.
CAUTION:
Storage by user of any materials in
the product that may cause a deterioration of the
product shall be deemed to constitute.
WARNING:
RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT!
Before you discard your old refrigerator or
freezer:
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Remove door(s),
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Leave the shelves in place so that children
may not easily climb inside.
Installation Instruction for
17LREEVWA
Shelves
Shipped inside each cabinet are three adjustable shelves.
Multi position adjustable interior shelves can be moved to any
position for larger or smaller packages. Shipping spacers that
stabilize the shelves for shipping should be removed and
discarded.
To install the shelf grommet to the
shelf
1. With the wire shelf installed, press the shelf grommet
down onto the wire that is anchored into the appliance
wall. Be sure to keep the larger end of the shelf grommet
away from the wall.
