Whirlpool 12828188A, 12828185A Installation Instructions, Unpack the Refrigerator

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:

■ Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.	■ Use nonflammable cleaner.
■ Do not remove ground prong.	■ Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
■ Do not use an adapter.	away from refrigerator.
	■ Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
■ Do not use an extension cord.
	■ Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker
■ Disconnect power before servicing.
	kit ready models only).
■ Replace all parts and panels before operating.
	■ Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).
■ Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Proper Disposal ofYour Old Refrigerator

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

■Take off the doors.

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous

–even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help prevent accidents.

■Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the Refrigerator

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 refrigerator 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.

Remove the Packaging

Clean Before Using

■Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

■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 “Refrigerator Safety.”

■Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in “Refrigerator Care.”

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when removing them to avoid impact from dropping.

2