Installation; Measuring The Opening; Transporting Your Refrigerator - Whirlpool Freezer User Manual

INSTALLATION
Your new appliance is a FULL NO FROST model exclusively for
domestic use, ie. both refrigerator and freezer corn partments
are provided with an automatic defrosting function.
This manual contains indications and warnings for correct and
safe installation of the appliance - read it carefully before starting
installation operations.
Keep this manual for future consultation. If you sell the appliance
give it to the new buyer.
Because of the weight of the appliance, at least 2persons are
required to safely move/install it.
Installation of the appliance must be carried out by a qualified
engineer.
Your refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment.
Remove and discard shelf packaging and tape. Do not remove
the serial plate.
Measuring the Opening
When installing your refrigerator, measure carefully.
One-half inch (I .5 cm) of air space should be provided for the
top and back of the refrigerator.
Note: 60 cm deep models
Trim corners of countertop to a 45 ° angle if countertop has 25
mm overhang. Provide 5 mm clearance on both sides of
refrigerator, and allow 7 mm on top for ease of installation and
leveling. No minimum clearance is required at the rear of the
cabinet.
Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e. carpet, tile, wood floors.
rugs) may make your opening smaller than anticipated.
Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling procedure
under Leveling.
IMPORTANT: If refrigerator is to be installed into a recess
where the top of the refrigerator is completely covered, use
dimensions from floor to top of hinge cap to verify proper
clearance.
Transporting Your Refrigerator
• NEVER transport refrigerator on itsside. If an upright position is
not possible, lay refrigerator on its back. Allow refrigerator to sit
upright for approximately 2 hours before plugging it in to assure
oil returns to the compressor. Plugging the refrigerator in
immediately may cause damage to internal parts.
• Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator.
ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side or back-NEVER
from its front.
• Protect outside finish of refrigerator during transport by
wrapping cabinet in blankets or inserting padding between the
refrigerator and dolly,
• Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with straps or bungee
cords. Thread straps th rough handles when possible. Do not
overtighten. Overtightening restraints may dent or damage
outside finish.
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