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NOTE
If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side
against a wall, you may have to allow additional space
so the door can be opened wider.
NOTE
The refrigerator doors are designed to shut by
themselves within a 20 degree opening.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Do Not install the refrigerator where the temperature
will drop below 55°F (13°C) or rise above 110°F
(43°C). The compressor will not be able to maintain
proper temperatures inside the refrigerator.
Do Not block the toe grille on the lower front of your
refrigerator. Sufficient air circulation is essential for the
proper operation of your refrigerator.
This Use & Care Guide provides general installation and
operating instructions for your model. We recommend
using a service or kitchen contracting professional to
install your refrigerator. Use the refrigerator only as
instructed in this Use & Care Guide.
Before starting
the refrigerator, follow these important first steps.
Location
• Choose a place that is near a grounded, non-GFCI,
electrical outlet.
Do Not
use an extension cord or
an adapter plug.
• If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct
sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher, or
other heat sources.
• The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is
level and strong enough to support a fully loaded
refrigerator.
• Consider water supply availability for models
equipped with an automatic ice maker.
Installation
• Allow the following clearances for ease of
installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing
and electrical connections:
Sides & Top
3
/
8
inch (9.5 mm)
Back
1 inch (25.4 mm)
Door opening
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy
access to a counter when removing food. For best use of
refrigerator drawers and freezer baskets, the refrigerator
should be in a position where both can be fully opened.
Required Tools
You will need the following tools:
