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Installing Your Refrigerator
These instructions were provided to aid you in the installation of your unit. Sears cannot be responsible for improper installation.
How to Transport Your Unit
Follow these tips when moving the unit to final location:
NEVER transport unit on its side. If an upright position is not possible, lay unit on its
back. Allow unit to sit upright for approximately 30 minutes prior to plugging unit in
to assure oil return to the compressor. Plugging unit in immediately may cause
damage to internal parts.
Use an appliance dolly when moving unit. ALWAYS truck unit from its side-NEVER
from its front or back.
Protect outside finish of unit during transport by wrapping cabinet in blankets or
inserting padding between the unit and dolly.
Secure unit to dolly firmly with straps. Thread straps through handles when
possible. DO NOT overtighten. Overtightening restraints may dent or damage outside
finish.
How to Select the Best Location
Observe these points when choosing the final location for your unit:
DO NOT install refrigerator near oven, radiator, or other heat source. If not possible,
shield unit with cabinet material.
DO NOT install where temperature falls below 55°F (13°C). Malfunction may occur at
this temperature.
Make sure floor is level. If floor is not level, shim rear wheels of unit with a piece of
plywood or other shim material.
To assure proper door closure, verify that the unit is leveled with a 1/4" tilt to the back.
How do I measure
an opening to
insure proper fit?
A 1/2" of air space should be provided
for the top and back of the unit to allow
for proper air circulation. When
installing your unit, measure carefully.
Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e.
carpet, tile, wood floors, rugs) may IIIIII
make your opening smaller than
anticipated.
Some clearance may be gained by
using the leveling procedure under p
"How to Level Your Refrigerator". II
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IMPORTANT: If unit is to be installed
into a recess where top of unit is
completely covered, use dimensions
from floor to top of hinge cap to verify
proper clearance.
How to Remove the Doors and Hinges
Some installations require door removal to get refrigerator to final location. If removal of the pullout drawer is required, see
later section entitled How to Remove and Install the Pullout Drawer
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, observe the following:
• Disconnect power to refrigerator before removing doors. Connect power only after replacing doors.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to walls and flooring, protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective material.
1 Unplug power cord from power source. )
2Remove
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removing Phillips screw.
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