Whirlpool W10326802B Electrical Requirements, Refrigerator Door, Recommended grounding method

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection.

Recommended grounding method

A 115 volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the Temperature Control to the OFF position as shown and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source.

When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the Temperature Control to the desired setting. See “Using the Control.”

Refrigerator Door

IMPORTANT:

■Depending on the width of the opening, you may need to remove the handle or door to move the refrigerator into the house.

■All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after “Final Steps.”

■Before you begin, turn the control OFF, and remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from door.

TOOLS NEEDED: ¹⁄₂" hex head socket wrench and ³⁄₈" hex head socket wrench

Remove and Replace the Handle

To remove the handle:

1.Loosen the setscrews located on the side of handle at each end. See Handle graphic.

2.Remove the handle from the grommets.

To replace the handle:

1.Place the handle onto the grommets making sure the grommets are fitted into the handle holes.

2.Tighten the upper and lower setscrews with the hex key provided. See Handle graphic. Do not overtighten the setscrews.

Remove Door and Hinges

⁵⁄₁₆" Hex Head Hinge Screw

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the bottom front of the refrigerator. See Base Grille graphic.

3.Close the refrigerator door and keep it closed until you are ready to lift it free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.

4.Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic.

5.Lift the refrigerator door free from the lower hinge and cabinet and set aside.

6.Remove the hex head hinge screws and bottom hinge assembly. See Bottom Hinge graphic.

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