Proper Disposal (of old refrigerator)
General Information
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.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:
•Take off the doors.
•Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
Unpacking Unit
Your refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment. Remove and discard all packaging and tape. Do not remove the model/serial number label.
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.
Location
•Do not install where the temperature falls below 55°F (13°C) or rises above 110°F (43°C). Malfunctions can occur at these temperatures.
•Refrigerator is designed for indoor household application only.
Measuring the Opening
When installing your refrigerator,measure carefully. Allow 1/2” (1.3 cm) space at top and 1/2” (1.3 cm) behind the machine compartment cover (located in the rear) for proper air circulation.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
•Do not install refrigerator near oven, radiator or other heat sources. If not possible, shield refrigerator material.
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