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Preparing of Installation
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Freezer Location
Your freezer should be conveniently located for
day-to-day use in a dry, well-ventilated room.
Do not install the freezer where the temperature will go
below 0°F (-18°C) or above 110°F (43°C), because it will
not maintain proper temperatures.
Do not install the freezer in a location exposed to rain
water or direct sunlight.
Be sure to install your freezer on a floor strong enough
to support it when it is fully loaded.
Level Freezer
Level the freezer from side to side and front to back
so that the lid will seal properly. Use shims to level the
freezer if necessary.
NOTE:
It should not be necessary to remove the lid
during installation. If, for some reason, the hinges need
adjustment, see instructions below.
Clearances and Ventilation
Allow at least 2” (50.8 mm) clearance on both sides of
the freezer and 2” (50.8 mm) between the back of the
freezer and the wall. Leave room above the freezer to
open the lid.
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from freezer.
Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets,
sheets, tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation.
Lid Removal
CAUTION
LIFTING HAZARD
The lid is heavy. Use both hands to secure the lid before
lifting.
CAUTION
HINGE SPRING UNDER TENSION
If it is necessary to remove the lid, follow these steps:
1. Remove each upper hinge cover by grasping on the
sides and pulling upwards. Remove each lower hinge
cover by grasping on the sides and pulling down.
2. Open the lid to the maximum position. (The hinges are
loosest at this position.)
3. Loosen, do not remove, the 4 screws from the lower
part of the hinge that are mounted to the cabinet.
4. Raise/lift the lid until the screws align with the larger
slotted openings in the bottom of the hinge. Each
hinge is still attached to the lid with 3 screws.
5. To reinstall lid follow steps in reverse. Tighten all
hinge screws but avoid over-tightening to prevent
stripping. Reinstall hinge covers.
Upper Hinge
Cover
Lower Hinge
Cover
Hinge screws to
be loosened
Hinge screws
to be loosened
