Maytag Measuring the Opening, Transporting Your Refrigerator, Door and Hinge Removal, Location

Page 4

Installation

Location

•Do not install refrigerator near oven, radiator or other heat source. If not possible, shield refrigerator with cabinet material.

•Do not install where temperature falls below 55° F (13° C) or rises above 110° F (43° C). Malfunction may occur at this temperature.

•Refrigerator is designed for indoor household application only.

Measuring the Opening

When installing your refrigerator, allow '/2"space at top and '/2'space behind machine compartment cover (located in the rear) for proper air circulation. If the refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side against a wall, you may want to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider.

Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e. carpet, tile, wood floors, rugs) may make your opening smaller than anticipated.

Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling procedure under Leveling.

IMPORTANT: If refrigerator is to be installed into a recess where the top of the refrigerator is completely covered, use dimensions from floor to top of hinge cap to verify proper clearance.

Transporting Your Refrigerator

•NEVER transport refrigerator on its side. If an

upright position is not possible, lay refrigerator on its back. Allow refrigerator to sit upright for approximately 30 minutes before plugging it in to assure oil returns to the compressor. Plugging refrigerator in immediately may cause damage to internal parts.

•Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator. ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side or back-NEVER from its front.

•Protect outside finish of refrigerator during transport by wrapping cabinet in blankets or inserting padding between the refrigerator and dolly.

•Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with straps or bungee cords. Thread straps through handles when possible. Do not overtighten. Overtightening restraints may dent or damage outside finish.

Door and Hinge Removal

Some installations require door removal to get refrigerator to final location.

1.Unplug power cord from power source.

2.Remove toe grille and bottom bracket covers (see page 9).

•Open both doors 180°, or as wide as possible.

For ice and water dispensing models only: Remove the left side bracket cover by carefully pulling the water line to pry the cover loose. Then continue to maintain downward pressure to the notched side of the cover while swinging it off (see page 9).

Page 3 Page 5
Image 4
Page 3 Page 5
Contents Installation Temperature ControlsFresh Food Features Side by SideSafety Instructions Recognize Safety Symbols, Words LabelsSave TH ESE I Nstructions Unplug power cord from power source Measuring the OpeningTransporting Your Refrigerator Door and Hinge RemovalReplacing the Doors To Disconnect the Water LineTo Reconnect the Water Line For water dispensing models onlyConnecting the Water Supply Materials NeededHandle Installation To InstallFront Mount Handle with Extensions Materials NeededTo Reinstall Wide-by-Side TM HandlesFull-Length Aluminum Handles To RemoveInstallation Leveling Touch Temperature Controls Dial Temperature ControlsWarm Cabinet Surfaces Select models, style varies by modelAdjusting the Control Initial Temperature SettingTriple Cool Climate Control User Preferences Shelves FreshFoodFeuturesElevator TM Shelf select models Storage Drawers FreshFoodFemuresDairy Center Accessories Grip Pads select modelsAdjustable Door Buckets Door StorageFixed Door Bucket select models Drop-Down Freezer Door BasketsTo Install the Ice Bin Automatic Ice MakerOperating Instructions To Remove the Ice BinWater Dispenser Operation Dispenser FeaturesTo Use Dispenser Pad Dispenser Control select models Ice Dispenser OperationInitial Installation Installation select models Replacing Water FilterWater Filter Removal General Use Conditions Performance DataWater Treatment Device Fresh Food Storage FoodStorugeTipsFrozen Food Storage Food Storage Chart FoodStorageTipsPoultry Refrigerator Cleaning Chart Energy Saving Tips Removing Odors From RefrigeratorIf odor is still present Lower Fresh Food Section Replacing Light BulbsLower Freezer Section Preparing to Move Preparing for VacationUpon Your Return OperatingSounds Troubleshooting Maker makes Unfamiliar sounds Or seems too loud Temperature Water dropletsForm on outside Water droplets formDue to improper installation or water connection Ice and WaterLeakage. The manufacturer is not responsible for Water appears cloudy Particles in water and/or ice cubesIf You Need Service What is Not Covered By TheseWarranties
Top Page Image Contents