Energy Saving Tips - Maytag MSB2154DRA User Manual

Installation .............................................................
Your new refrigerator was packed carefully for ship-
Leveling
ment. Remove and discard shelf packing clips (if used)
located just above each shelf where they hook onto the To enhance appearance and to maintain optimal perfor-
frame. To remove plastic clips wiggle the clips sideways mance, the refrigerator must be level. Your refrigerator
and pull straight out. has wheels which can be adjusted for leveling:
• Remove the lower hinge covers (see fig. I]. To do
Location
this, grasp each cover near the hinge and apply pres-
sure. The attachment tabs will snap out, allowing
• Allow for a free flow of air through the front base removal of the covers.
grille.
• Adjust the wheels with a screwdriver (see fig. 2).
• Install the refrigerator where the room temperature
will not go below 55 ° E With temperatures below 55°, • To lock the cabinet in place, turn down both leveling/lock
the refrigerator will not run frequently enough to feel located near the frontwheels (see fig 3).
maintain proper temperature in the freezer. • Replace the hinge covers.
• Allow a minimum 1/2" clearance on the sides, top • If the floor is not level and it is necessary to raise the
and back for ease of installation. If the refrigerator is rear of the cabinet, we suggest rolling the rear wheels
placed with the door hinge side against a wall, you onto a piece of plywood or other shim material.
may want to allow additional space so the door can be
opened wider.
• Use caution when installing the unit on vinyl or hard-
wood floors so as not to mark or otherwise damage L_," ",_"
the flooring. A piece of plywood, a rug or other mate- /:_--_-
rial should be used to protect the floor while posi-
tioning the unit. Fig.I
Energy Saving Tips
• Locate the refrigerator away from heat producing
appliances such as the range or dishwasher, heat vents I -_<_w ... v/_ -
and direct sunlight, a __.7_ _
TURN CLOCKWISE TO
RAISE CABINET CORNER
• Level the refrigerator and do not block ventilation -_ --
around the front
grille. I
__>'_ " TURN COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
• Keep the freezer full to near capacity so less cold air _ _IL
TO LOWER CABINET
will escape during door openings. When the freezer is Fig. 2
less than two-thirds full, place milk cartons half full
of water in the freezer.
• Let hot dishes cool slightly before putting into the
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refrigerator or freezer. _-_--_
• Cover liquids.
• Wipe moisture from the outside of containers before
placing them into the refrigerator.
• Avoid opening the doors too often. Fig. 3
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