Cabinet Cleaning

Prior to placing your new refrigerator and all shelves, pans and slides into operation, it is advisable that the interior be washed thoroughly with a mild detergent and water solution. Rinse with clear water and a sanitizing solution. Allow cabinet to air dry.

Installing Shelves

All cabinets with shelves are supplied with pilasters and shelf clip supports. Shelves are easily installed by inserting the shelf support clips into the pilasters so they fit tightly. Align the shelf so the smaller fill wires run from front to rear and rest the shelf on the clips.

Electric Supply

Wiring should be done by a qualified electrician in accordance with local electrical codes. A separate ground wire must be supplied for all installations. A properly wired refrigerator or freezer will assure proper operation. Electrical supply requirements are on the cabinet serial/data plate. It is recommended that a direct, properly protected line of the proper size wire be installed from the main supply to your refrigerator or freezer. To assure that the correct voltage is being supplied, while the refrigerator or freezer is in operation take a voltage reading at the motor-compressor electrical connections, or as close to the motor-compressor as possible.

All refrigerator or freezer electrical systems are internally grounded.

Temperature Control

Temperature control should be set to maintain a temperature of 38°F (3.3°C) to 40°F (4.4°C) for refrigerators, and 0°F (-17°C) to -5°F (-20.5°C) for freezers.

Adjusting Dial Thermometer (if required)

Check the cabinet temperature by using an accurate hand held dial or digital thermometer placed next to the thermometer sensing bulb (located in the upper right hand corner of your cabinet). If the dial thermometer on the cabinet grill matches the test thermometer (±1°F) do not adjust.

If it does not match, remove the dial thermometer lens with a small screwdriver. To adjust the temperature needle, insert a small screwdriver in the slotted screw on the needle. Hold the wide end of the needle to keep it from moving and turn the screw clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust as needed. Release the needle and remove the screwdriver. Verify new needle setting with the test thermometer. Replace the dial thermometer lens.

Installing Replacement Door Gasket (if required)

Removing

Beginning at one corner, pry gasket loose from the retaining strip. Peel remainder of gasket from the door and discard.

Replacing

Before replacing, be sure the gasket and door are at room temperature. (If necessary, soak the gasket in warmwater to make it more pliable.) Align new gasket frame on the door retainer strip. Starting at one corner, press each corner of the gasket into the retainer strip. Once started, the gasket can be easily inserted around the entire perimeter of the door by simply press rolling into place.

Installation Checklist

After the cabinet has been installed, leveled and cleaned as described, refer to the following checklist prior to start-up.

Check for proper electrical hook-up.

Check exposed refrigeration line connections for leaks. Make sure refrigeration lines are not dented, kinked or rubbing.

Check condenser fan for freedom to rotate without striking any stationary members. Check that cabinet is level.

Product Load

After the refrigerator or freezer has been started and reaches the proper storage temperatures, food may be loaded. For optimum energy efficiency, we recommend allowing a 1-1/2” clearance between the interior cabinet wall and product load.

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