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• CAUTION: Risk of fire or explosion due to
puncture of refrigerant tubing. Follow handling
instructions carefully. Flammable refrigerant
used.
• CAUTION: This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with reduc
ed
p
hysical, 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.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Before the refrigerator is used, it must be
properly positioned and installed as described in this
manual, so read the manual carefully. To reduce the
risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using the
refrigerator, follow basic precautions, including the
following:
DANGER
• Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not
remove the grounding prong, do not use an
adapter, and do not use an extension cord.
• It is recommended that a separate circuit,
serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use
receptacles that cannot be turned off by a
switch or pull chain.
• Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable
fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or
explosion. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance. The fumes can
create a fire hazard or explosion.
• Before proceeding with cleaning an
d
maintenance operations, make sure that the
refrigerator’s power cord is disconnected.
• Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug
when your hands are wet.
• If the SUPPLY CORD is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent
or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
• Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power
before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can
result in electrical shock or death.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of
your refrigerator unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician.
WARNING
FOLLOW WARNINGS BELOW ONLY WHEN
APPLICABLE TO YOUR MODEL:
• Use two or more people to move and install your
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back
or other injury.
• To ensure proper ventilation for your
refrigerator, the front of the unit must be
completely unobstructed. Choose a well-
ventilated area with temperatures above 60°
F
(
16°C) and below 90°F (32°C). This refrigerator
must be installed in an area protected from the
el
ements, such as wind, rain, water spray, or
drips.
• The refrigerator should not be located next to
ovens, grills, or other sources of high heat.
• The refrigerator must be installed with all
electrical, water, and drain connections in
accordance with state and local codes. A
standard electrical supply (115 V AC only, 60
Hz), properly grounded in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and local codes and
ordinances is required.
• Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of
your refrigerator.
• The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 15
amperes.
• It is important for the refrigerator to be leveled
in order to work properly. You may need to
make several adjustments to level it.
• All installation must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements.
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