Grounding Instructions - Curtis FRIGIDAIRE EFMIS2438 Manual

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces
the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted
into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.
WARNING
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified
electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if
doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord that has a
three blade grounding plug, and a three slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the
appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the
electrical rating of the appliance.
INSTALLATION
1. Steady, flat location:
If the refrigeratoris not levelled during installation, the doors may not close or seal
properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems. It is very important for the
refrigerator to be level in order ro function properly, To level your refrigerator or turn
counter-clockwise to lower that side. Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator will take some weight off the levelling led. This makes it easier to adjust the
levelling leg.
2. Ventilation:
Place refrigerator approximately 5 inches from the wall to ensure proper airflow to the
compressor. Do not place refrigerator near any heat resources such as a heater or stove as
it will put a strain on the power supply.
3. Power supply:
Check your local power source. This refrigerator requires a 110-120V, 60Hz power supply.
Use a receptacle that will accept the ground prong. The power cord of this appliance is
equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3 prong
(grounding)wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this
appliance.
(a) Longer cord sets or extension cord are available and may be used if care is exercised
in their use.
(b) If a long cord or extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set
or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2)
the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and (3) the longer cord should
be arranged do that it will not drape over the counter top or table top where it can be
pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
When using a 3-prong plug:
3-PRONGED PLUG
3-PRONGED RECEPTACLE
RECEPTACLE BOX COVER
When using a grounding adaptor:
GROUNDING LEAD
SCREW
RECEPTACLE
GROUNDING
ADAPTOR
RECEPTACLE
BOX COVER
Make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.