Installation; Transport; Leveling; Location - Maytag Bottom freezer refrigerator User Manual

I
NSTALLATION
Your new refrigerator was packed care-
fully for shipment. Remove and discard
shelf packing clips (if used) located just
above each shelf where they hook onto
the frame. To remove plastic clips wiggle
the clips sideways and pull straight out.

Transport

NEVER transport the refrigerator on
its side. If an upright position is not
possible, lay the refrigerator on its
back. Allow the refrigerator to sit
upright for approximately 30 minutes
prior to plugging the refrigerator in to
assure oil return to the compressor.
Plugging the refrigerator in immedi-
ately may cause damage to internal
parts.
Use an appliance dolly when moving
the refrigerator. ALWAYS truck the
refrigerator from the side – NEVER
from the front or back.
Protect outside finish during transport
by wrapping cabinet in blankets or
inserting padding between the refrig-
erator and dolly.
Secure the refrigerator to dolly firmly
with straps or bungee cords. Thread
straps through handles when possi-
ble. DO NOT overtighten. Overtight-
ening restraints may dent or damage
outside finish.

Location

Allow for a free flow of air through the
front base grille.
Install the refrigerator where the room
temperature will not go below 55° F.
With temperatures below 55° F, the
refrigerator will not run frequently
enough to maintain proper tempera-
ture in the freezer.
Locate the refrigerator away from heat
producing appliances such as the
range or dishwasher, heat vents and
direct sunlight.
A minimum of 1/2" clearance is re-
quired on the top and back. Allow 1/2"
at the sides for ease of installation. If
refrigerator is placed with the door
hinge side against a wall, you may
want to allow additional space.
Use caution when installing the refrig-
erator on vinyl or hardwood floors so
as not to mark or otherwise damage
the flooring. A piece of plywood, a rug
or other material should be used to
protect the floor while positioning the
refrigerator.

Leveling

To enhance appearance and maintain
performance, the refrigerator should be
level.
If your refrigerator requires a water
supply connection, see How to Connect
the Water Supply on page 6, before
leveling your refrigerator.
CAUTION
To protect personal property or refrig-
erator from damage, observe the
following:
Protect soft vinyl or other flooring
with cardboard, rugs or other pro-
tective materials.
Do not use power tools when per-
forming leveling procedure.
Move the refrigerator to final location
and plug the power cord in.
Remove base grille and bottom
cover(s).
Using a 3/8" hex head screwdriver,
turn roller adjustment screws to raise
or lower front of refrigerator. (Front of
refrigerator needs to be 1/4" higher
than the back of the refrigerator for
proper door closure.)
Roller
Adjustment
Screw
Level refrigerator cabinet from side to
side by adjusting left and right roller
adjustment screws, as needed.
Turn stabilizing leg clockwise until
firmly against floor.
IMPORTANT: For pullout drawer models
only – After completing the above steps,
turn roller adjustment screws 2 to 3 times
counterclockwise, so that the full weight
of the refrigerator rests on stabilizing
legs.
Using a level, make sure front of
refrigerator is 1/4" (6 mm) or 1/2
bubble higher than back of refrigera-
tor.
Replace toe grille and bracket
cover(s). See markings on inside of
toe grille to insure proper placement.
Snap bottom portion into place
first. Press down on top part of grille
until top portion snaps into place.
Stabilizing
Leg
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