Maytag MZF34X18FW Installation

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your freezer, follow these basic precautions:

WARNING:

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.
Use nonflammable cleaner.

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away
from freezer.

Use two or more people to move and install freezer.
Keep key away from children.
Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or refrigerator.
Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker kit

ready models only).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD FREEZER OR REFRIGERATOR

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or
refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems

of the past. Junked or abandoned freezers or refrigerators are still
dangerous — even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are
getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, please follow these
instructions to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Freezer or Refrigerator:

Take off the doors or lid.
Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb

inside.

INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER

Unpacking

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install freezer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Remove Packaging Materials

Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the
freezer. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive
with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

Important information to know about disposal of
refrigerants:

Dispose of freezer in accordance with Federal and Local
regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,
EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with
established procedures.

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 freezer. For more information, see
“Safety.”

When Moving Your Freezer:

Your freezer is heavy. When moving the freezer for
cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with cardboard
or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull the freezer
straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the
freezer when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.

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Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your
freezer before using it. See the cleaning instructions in “Caring for Your
Freezer.”

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.

Location Requirements

WARNING

Upon Moving to Final Location

NOTE: Allow for a 3" (7.5 cm) clearance at the top and sides and a ¹⁄₄"
(6.4 mm) clearance between the appliances.

3" (7.5 cm)

3" (7.5 cm)

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from freezer.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Ventilation and Clearance

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from
freezer.

Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets, sheets,
tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation.

Allow at least 3" (7.5 cm) of air space at the top and on both sides
of the freezer and 1" (2.5 cm) between the back of the freezer and
the wall. If the freezer is to be next to a fixed wall, leave extra space
on the hinge side so the door can open wider.

Temperature

Your freezer operates most efficiently when located in an area where
the temperature will not fall below 40°F (5°C). Place your freezer in a
location where the temperature will not fall below this recommended
temperature.

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.

Before you move your freezer 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 freezer 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, cleaning, or removing

t bulb, press and hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds to turn off

a ligh
cooling, and then disconnect the freezer from the electrical source.

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