NOTE
If your refrigerator is placed with the door
hinge side against a wall, you may have to
allow additional space so the door can be
opened wider.
6
INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Do Not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will drop below 55° F (13° C) or
rise above 110° F (43° C). The compressor will
not be able to maintain proper temperatures
inside the refrigerator.
Do Not block the toe grille on the lower front
ofyourrefrigerator.Sufcientaircirculation
is essential for the proper operation of your
refrigerator.
This Use & Care Guide provides general
installation and operating instructions for your
model. We recommend using a service or kitchen
contracting professional to install your refrigerator.
Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use
& Care Guide. Before starting the refrigerator,
follow these important rst steps.
Location
• Choose a place that is near a grounded,
non-GFCI, electrical outlet. Do Not use an
extension cord or an adapter plug.
• If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct
sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher,
or other heat sources.
• Therefrigeratormustbeinstalledonaoor
that is level and strong enough to support a
fully loaded refrigerator.
• Consider water supply availability for models
equippedwithanautomaticicemaker.
Installation
Allow the following clearances for ease of
installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing
and electrical connections:
Sides&Top ⅜inch(9.5mm)
Back 1 inch (25.4 mm)
Door opening
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow
easy access to a counter when removing food.
For best use of refrigerator drawers and freezer
baskets, the refrigerator should be in a position
where both can be fully opened.
Wrench
Socket
Wrench Set
Phillips Head
or
#2 Square
Drive Head
(OR)
3/8" Fixed
Wrench
Top Hinge
Cover Front
Screw
Top Hinge
Cover Rear
Screw
Lower
Hinge
Screw
Top
Hinge
Screw
AND OR OR
