Whirlpool CABINET DEPTHSIDE BY SIDEREFRIGERATOR, Use & Care Manual

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INSTALLING YOUR
REFRIGERATOR
Unpacking Your Refrigerator
Removing packaging materials
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Remove tape and any labels from your refrigerator
before using (except the model and serial number
label).
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area
briskly with your thumb. 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. For more information, see the
“Refrigerator Safety” section.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove any permanent instruction
labels inside your refrigerator, or the Tech Sheet that is
fastened to the base grille.
Cleaning before use
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the
inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning
instructions in the “Caring for Your Refrigerator” section.
Space Requirements
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If you are installing the refrigerator to fit flush with the
front of the base cabinets, all shoe moulding and
baseboards must be removed from the rear of the
refrigerator opening.
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The water hookup and electrical hookup must be
placed near the bottom of the refrigerator.
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A trim kit is available for those installations where the
refrigerator will not fit flush. Please call 1-800-253-1301
and ask for Part No.:
2208187S - Stainless Trim Kit
2208187W - White Trim Kit
2208187B - Black Trim Kit
2208187T - Biscuit Trim Kit
NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator,
or other heat source, nor in a location where the
temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refriger-
ator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect
the floor.
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.
Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when trying to
move it, as floor damage could occur.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
2 1/2"
(6.5 cm)
2"(5 cm)
2"
(5 cm)
9 1/4"
(23.5 cm)
12 1/2"
(32 cm)
72"
(183 cm)
36"
(91.5 cm)
13 1/4"
(34 cm)
16 1/2"
(42 cm)
20 1/4"
(51.5 cm)
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Recommended
Locations
For Electrical
and Water
Connections