INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

UnpacktheRefrigerator

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.

Remove packaging materials. 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.”

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.

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.

NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install the refrigerator in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).

 

36"

 

A

(91.5 cm)

A

131/4"

 

161/2"

(34 cm)

 

(42 cm)

B

69"

 

 

(175.0 cm)

 

121/2"

201/4"

(32 cm)

(51.5 cm)

2"

2"

(5.1 cm)

(5.1cm)

C

 

21/2"

91/4"

(6.4 cm)

(23.5 cm)

A. Minimum fixed wall position.

B. For full-overlay cabinet doors and a trim kit, the height of the opening must be 69¹⁄₈" (175.6 cm).

C. Recommended locations for electrical and water connections.

LocationRequirements

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.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for ¹⁄₂" (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2" (5.08 cm) minimum on each side (depending on your model) to allow for the door to swing open. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections.

If you are installing the refrigerator to fit flush with the front of the base cabinets, all shoe molding and baseboards must be removed from the rear of the refrigerator opening.

The water hookup and electrical hookup must be placed near the bottom of the refrigerator.

A trim kit is available for those installations where the refrigerator will not fit flush. See “Assistance or Service” to call for ordering information.

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