Installation Requirements; Location Requirements; Electrical Requirements; Water Supply Requirements - Haier HRT18RCP Installation And User Manual

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

WARNING
Explosion Hazard
away from appliance.
IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor,
household use only.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow 2"
(5.08 cm) of space behind the refrigerator.
This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the
temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a
maximum of 95°F (35°C). The preferred room temperature
range for optimum performance, which reduces electricity
usage and provides superior cooling, is between 60°F (15°C)
and 90°F (32°C).
NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the
refrigerator in direct sunlight or near a heat source, such as
an oven or radiator.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord
plug.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
shock.
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 o by a switch. Do not
use an extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation or
cleaning, disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical
the electrical source and reset the temperature controls to
the desired setting.

WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Access to a household cold water line that has water
pressure between 20 psi and 120 psi, and that is NOT
connected to a water softening system.
NOTE: Chemicals from the water softener may
damage the ice maker causing it to malfunction.
Determine the length of tubing needed by measuring
the distance from the ice maker water valve on the
back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe. Add
approximately 7 feet to this measurement, to allow the
refrigerator to be moved out for service.
NOTE:
Plastic is not recommended because it greatly
increases the potential for water leaks.
household water system.
NOTE:
A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting the
water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve.
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