First Steps - Kenmore 2539368010 Owner's Manual

First Steps
3" AIR SPACE
Clearance
Proper air circulation and leveling will
ensure efficient operation
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Sc_ewotype Levelers (somemodels)
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Exposed bolt (some models)
LOWER
CABINET
CABINET
Sunken bolt (some models)
Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps:
Location
o Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet DO NOT use an
extension cord or an adapter plug
, If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the
range, dishwasher or other heat sources
o Tile refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough
to support a fully loaded refrigerator
o Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic
ice maker
Installation
o Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will drop below 60%
(! 5°C) or rise above 110% (43°C) The compressor will not be able to maintain
proper temperatures
• Allow space around the unit for good air circulation Leave a 1 inch (25 ram)
space behind and a 3 inch (75 ram) space above the refrigerator for adequate
circulation
o tn a recessed installation, allow an extra t/2 inch (t0-15 ram) on each side
for ease of installation
° For best circulation, elevate the unit 1 inch (25 mm) from the floor, especially
if the floor is carpeted,
Door Opening
The doors should open to allow easy access to a counter when removing food
• Do not position the refrigerator so you have to walk around the refrigerator
doors
Reversethe doors if necessary See "Reversible Door Instructions "
Leveling
All four corners of refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor Some models are
equipped with adjustable screwotype Ievelers Others are equipped with rollers If
you refrigerator did not come with rollers, they can be purchased from you dealer
• To adjust screw-type levelers (some models): Tip the cabinet back slightly,
and raise the adjusting bolts as needed
o To adjust front rollers (some models): Use a screwdriver, 3/8" socket
wrench, or nutdriver to adjust the roilers as shown
RAISETHE FRONTof the cabinet enough so doors will close freely when opened
halfway Level the cabinet side to side
Cleaning
° Wash the inside, all removable parts and the outside with mild detergent and
warm water Wipe dry DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE
SURFACES,
• Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the
appliance surface, when removing adhesive tabels Any gtue left from the
_ape or energy label can be removed wittq a mixture of warm water and mild
detergent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed
• DO NOT REMOVETHE SERIALPLATE