Whirlpool 6GC5THGXKS00 - Manual (Page 4)

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REFRIGERATOR
INSTALLATION
Unpacking
Removing packaging materials
■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water
and dry.
■ 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 the “Refrigerator Safety” section.
Cleaning before use
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside
of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions
in the “Refrigerator Care” section.
Location Requirements
NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or
other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall
below 55°F (13°C).
■ If you are installing the refrigerator to fit flush with the front of
the base cabinets, all shoe molding and baseboards must be
removed from the rear of the refrigerator opening.
■ The water hookup and electrical hookup must be placed near
the bottom of the refrigerator.
■ A trim kit is available for those installations where the
refrigerator will not fit flush. See the “Assistance or Service”
section for ordering information.
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 protect the floor.
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.
For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter
into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass
shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when re-
moving them to avoid impact from dropping.
1. Minimum fixed wall position.
2. For full-overlay cabinet doors and a trim kit, the
height of the opening must be 72 ¹⁄₈ in.
(183.2 cm).
3. Recommended locations for electrical and
water connections.
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.
2 1 / 2 "
(6.4 cm)
2"
(5.1 cm)
2"
(5.1 cm)
9 1 / 4 "
(23.5 cm)
12 1 / 2 "
(32 cm)
72"
(182.9 cm)
36"
(91.5 cm)
13 1 / 4 "
(34 cm)
16 1 / 2 "
(42 cm)
20 1 / 4 "
(51.5 cm)