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REFRIGERATOR
USER INSTRUCTIONS
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happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■
Do not remove ground prong.
■
Do not use an adapter.
■
Do not use an extension cord.
■
Disconnect power before servicing.
■
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
■
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
■
Connect to a potable water supply only.
■
Use nonflammable cleaner.
■
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from refrigerator.
■
Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
■
Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker
kit ready models only).
■
Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).
■
Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on some models).
■
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
■
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
Important information to know about disposal of
refrigerants:
Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local
regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,
EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with
established procedures.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for
cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with
cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull
the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or
“walk” the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor
damage could occur.
Important information to know about glass shelves
and covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,
pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers
are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid
dropping.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous,
even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your
old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help prevent
accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:
■ Take off the doors.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb
inside.
Unpack the Refrigerator
Remove packaging materials. Do not use sharp instruments,
rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove
tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your
refrigerator. For more information, see “Refrigerator Safety.”
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Door Removal, Leveling and Alignment
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing doors.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
2
Water Dispenser
Tubing Connection
A. Face of Fitting
A
1
Base Grille
3
Wiring Connection
Bottom Hinges
(Left and Right)
7
A. Wiring Plugs
B. Wiring Clip
ACB
C. Grommets
Do Not Remove Screw A
(present on some models)
5
Door Removal
4
Top Left Hinge
A. Do Not Remove Screws.
6
A. Do Not Remove Screws.
Top Right Hinge
Leveling
8
A. Leveling Screw
A
Door Alignment
(Bottom Right Hinge)
9
A. Alignment Screw
Lower
Raise
A
AA
A
A
A
A
A
Lower
Raise
Gather the required tools and parts and read all instructions before starting installation. Save these instructions for future reference.
NOTE: Before moving your product into your home, measure the doorway of your home to see whether you need to remove the refrigerator
and freezer doors. If door removal is necessary, see the instructions below.
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF or turn cooling off. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food,
the ice storage bin (on some models), and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing doors.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Open both doors (refrigerator and freezer) and the water filter
cover door. It is not necessary to remove the water filter itself.
3. Remove the base grille by pulling up on the bottom outside
corners. See Graphic 1.
4. Disconnect the water dispenser tubing located behind the base
grille on the freezer door side. The dispenser tubing runs
through the door hinge, and must be disconnected in order to
remove the door. See Graphic 2.
■ Press blue outer ring against the face of fitting and pull the
dispenser tubing free.
NOTE: Keep the water tubing connector attached to the
tube that runs underneath the freezer. The door cannot be
removed if the connector is still attached to the tube that
runs through the door hinge.
5. Disconnect the wiring located behind the base grille on the
freezer door side. See Graphic 3.
■ Remove the wiring clip using a ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket
wrench.
■ Disconnect wiring plugs.
6. Close both doors and keep them closed until you are ready to
lift them free from the cabinet.
7. Use a ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head socket wrench to remove the top left hinge
as shown. See Graphic 4.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove either screw A.
8. Lift freezer door straight up off bottom hinge. See Graphic 5.
The water dispenser tubing and wiring remain attached to the
freezer door and pull through the bottom left hinge.
NOTE: This may require two people - one to lift the door and
another to feed the water tubing and wiring through the hinge.
IMPORTANT: Rest the door on its side on a soft, clean surface,
such as a towel, blanket or piece of cardboard. This will help
avoid damaging the door, water tubing and wiring.
9. Remove top right hinge as shown. See Graphic 6.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove either screw A.
10. Lift the refrigerator door straight up off bottom hinge.
IMPORTANT: Rest the door on its side on a soft, clean surface,
such as a towel, blanket or piece of cardboard. This will help
avoid damaging the door.
11. It may not be necessary to remove the bottom hinges to move
the refrigerator through a doorway. Both bottom hinges have
similar construction.
■ If necessary, disassemble the hinges as shown. See
Graphic 7.
IMPORTANT: To aid in door alignment and closing, there is
a shim located between the hinge and the cabinet. When
the hinge is removed, the shim may fall out of place. If this
occurs, set the shim aside so it can be put back in place
when the hinge is reconnected later.
Replace the Doors and Hinges
1. Replace both bottom hinges, if removed. Make sure the shim is
between the hinge and cabinet. Tighten screws.
2. Before replacing the freezer door on the bottom left hinge, feed
the wiring with the yellow plug and the water dispenser tubing
through the hinge. Assistance may be needed.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the top
hinges are being replaced. Do not depend on the door magnets to
hold the doors in place while you are working.
3. Align and replace the top left hinge as shown. See Graphic 4.
Tighten screws.
4. Reconnect water dispenser tubing and wiring.
IMPORTANT: Do not intertwine the water tubing and wiring
bundles when reconnecting them.
■ Push tubing into fitting until it stops and the black mark
touches the face of fitting. See Graphic 2.
■ Reconnect wiring plugs. Reinstall the wiring clip over the
grommets. Tighten screw. See Graphic 3.
5. Replace the refrigerator door by lifting the door onto the bottom
right hinge.
6. Align and replace the top right hinge as shown. See Graphic 6.
Tighten screws.
7. Replace the ice storage bin (on some models) and any
adjustable door or utility bins.
8. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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Leveling and Door Closing
Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers — one on the right
and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or if you
want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator's tilt
using the instructions below:
1. Move the refrigerator into its final location.
2. Remove the base grille to locate the two leveling screws, which
are part of the front roller assemblies on each side.
See Graphic 8.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator
takes some weight off the leveling screws and rollers. This makes it
easier to adjust the screws.
3. Use a ¹⁄₂" hex-head socket wrench to adjust the leveling
screws. Turn the leveling screw to the right to raise that side of
the refrigerator or turn the leveling screw to the left to lower that
side. It may take several turns of the leveling screws to adjust
the tilt of the refrigerator. See Graphic 8.
4. Open both doors again and check that they close as easily as
you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by
turning both leveling screws to the right. It may take several
more turns, and you should turn both leveling screws the same
amount.
5. Use a bubble level to check the leveling of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Whenever you need to move the refrigerator, turn the
leveling feet to the right until they are no longer touching the
ground. This will allow the refrigerator to roll more easily.
Handle Installation and Removal
PARTS INCLUDED: Door handles (2)
To Install the Handles:
1. Remove the handles, which are packed inside the refrigerator.
NOTE: To avoid scratching the finish, place the handles on a
towel or other soft surface.
2. Open the freezer door. On the refrigerator door, place the
handle on the shoulder screws.
A
Door Alignment
A refrigerator that is not level from side-to-side may appear to have
doors that are not properly aligned. If the doors appear this way,
use the instructions in the previous section to check the leveling.
The doors are designed to be slightly different heights when the
refrigerator is empty, in order to account for the weight of food that
will be placed on the doors. If the doors are still not aligned after
checking the leveling and loading the refrigerator with food, follow
the steps below to adjust the door alignment.
1. Locate the alignment screw on the bottom hinge of the
refrigerator door. See Graphic 9.
2. Use a ⁵⁄₁₆" wrench to turn the screw. To raise the refrigerator
door, turn the screw to the right. To lower the door, turn the
screw to the left.
3. Check that the doors are even at the top and bottom. If
necessary, continue to turn the alignment screw until the doors
are aligned.
4. Replace the base grille.
NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base grille.
A. Shoulder screws
3. Firmly push the handle toward the door until the handle base is
flush against the door.
4. While holding the handle, push downward until the handle
rests firmly on shoulder screw.
5. Open the refrigerator door and close the freezer door. Repeat
steps 2 through 4 to install the other handle onto the freezer
door.
To Remove the Handles:
1. While holding the handle, push upward until the handle is
released from the shoulder screw.
2. Gently pull the handle away from the door.
3. If necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the shoulder
screws from the door.
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Location Requirements
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
1
/
2" (1.27 cm)
2" (5.08 cm)
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor household
use only.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for ¹⁄₂"
(1.27 cm) of space on each side and at the top. Allow for 2"
(5.08 cm) of space behind the refrigerator. If your refrigerator has an
ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line
connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall,
leave a 2" (5.08 cm) minimum space on each side (depending on
your model) to allow the doors to swing open.
Electrical Requirements
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is
important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection.
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded
electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that
cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation or cleaning, or
removing a light bulb, turn cooling off or turn the control
(Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the
model) to OFF, and then disconnect the refrigerator from the
electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator
to the electrical source and turn cooling on or reset the control
(Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the
model) to the desired setting. See “Using the Controls” in the User
Instructions, User Guide, or Use & Care Guide.
NOTES:
■ This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the
temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a
maximum of 110°F (43°C). The preferred room temperature
range for optimum performance, which reduces electricity
usage and provides superior cooling, is between 60°F (15°C)
and 90°F (32°C). It is recommended that you do not install the
refrigerator near a heat source, such as an oven or radiator.
■ Normal minimum cabinet cut-out width required for product
installation is 36" (91.44 cm). However, if the product is placed
against an extended wall and the ability to remove the crisper
pans is desired, an additional 18" (45.72 cm) of cabinet width is
required, so a total cabinet opening width of 54" (137.16 cm) is
recommended.
Water Supply Requirements
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
TOOLS NEEDED:
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ ⁷⁄₁₆" and ¹⁄₂" open-end or
two adjustable wrenches
NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a ¹⁄₄"
(6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing.
Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with
your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆"
(4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more
easily.
IMPORTANT:
■ All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.
■ Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing
only in areas where the household temperatures will remain
above freezing.
■ ¹⁄₄" nut driver
■ ¹⁄₄" drill bit
■ Cordless drill
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