Installation Instructions - Hotpoint HSM25GFRESA Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Installation
Instructions
Refrigerator
Models 22 and 25
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT - Save t hese
instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT - Observe all
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer _ Be sure
to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer
- Keep
these instructions
fbr future reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation
15 minutes
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(on some models)
If the refrigerator has an icemakm; it will have to be
connected to a cold v_-ater line. AGE w-ater supply kit
(containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and
instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealm;
by visiting our Website at www.Hotpoint.com (in
Canada, at www.geappliances.ca), or from Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002.
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
• Do not install tile refrigerator where the temperature
will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often
enough to maintain proper temperatures.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully
loaded.
CLEARANCES
Allow the following clearances tbr ease of insvallation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections.
• Sides 1/8" (4 mm)
• Top 1" (25 mm)
• Back 1" (25 mm)
A door clearance of 3/4" (19 mm) is needed for a 90 °
door opening which provides better access to the food
storage area.
ROLLERS
The rogers have 3 purposes:
• Rollers adjust so the door closes easily when opened
about halfway.
• Rollers adjust ,so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on
the floor and does not wobble.
• Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator a,a_y from
the wall for cleaning.
To adjust the rollers:
Turn the roller adjusting screv_ clockwise to raise the
refrigerator; counterclockwise to lower it. Use an
adjustable wrench (3/8" hex head bolt) or pliers.
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