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Do not cover the refrigerator with items such as blankets, sheets,
tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation.
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Allow at least 1" (2.5 cm) between the back of the refrigerator and
the wall. If the refrigerator is to be against a wall, leave extra space
on the hinge side so the door can open wider.
Temperature
Your refrigerator operates most efficiently when located in an area
where the temperature will not fall below 40°F (5°C). Place your
refrigerator in a location where the temperature will not fall below this
recommended temperature.
Upon Moving to Final Location
NOTE: Allow for a 1" (2.54 cm) space behind the refrigerator and a
¹⁄₄
"
(6.4 mm) clearance between the appliances.
Electrical Requirements
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to
make sure you have the proper electrical connection.
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical
supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving
only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned
off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing
a light bulb, press and hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds to turn off
cooling, and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source.
Refrigerator Door
Tools Needed:
⁵⁄₁₆
" hex-head socket wrench,
³⁄₈
" hex-head socket
wrench, Phillips screwdriver, flat 2" putty knife.
IMPORTANT:
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All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included
later in this section after “Final Steps.” The graphics shown are for a
right-hand swing door (hinges factory installed on the right).
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If you only want to remove and replace the door, see the “Remove
Door and Hinges” and “Replace Door and Hinges.”
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Before you begin, press TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds to turn off
cooling, and remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from
door.
Remove Door and Hinges
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Keep the refrigerator door closed until you are ready to lift it free
from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are
being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the door
in place while you are working.
3. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic.
4. Lift the refrigerator door free from the bottom hinge and cabinet
and set aside.
5. Remove four hex-head hinge screws and bottom hinge assembly.
See Bottom Hinge graphic.
Reverse Door (optional on some models)
IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your door so that it opens in the
opposite direction, continue with “Reverse Door (optional on some
models)” instructions. If you are not reversing the door, see “Replace
Door and Hinges.”
Cabinet
1. Remove the cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and
move them to the opposite side hinge holes as shown in
Graphic 2.
2. Remove the bottom hinge pin from the hinge bracket.
3. Remove the decals covering the holes on the opposite side of the
bottom hinge.
4. Reinstall the bottom hinge pin in the alternate hole in the hinge
bracket. See Graphic 3.
5. Reinstall the hinge bracket to the cabinet with the four hex-head
hinge screws.
Door
1. Remove the hinge hole plug from the top of the door.
2. Remove the door stop from the bottom of the door.
3. Move the door stop to the opposite side making sure that the hole
in the door stop bracket is aligned perfectly with the hole in the
door for the bottom hinge pin.
4. Using the screws removed in Step 2, fasten the door stop bracket
to the bottom of the door.
5. Tighten all screws. Set aside the door until the bottom hinge is in
place.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
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
Hex-head hinge screws
