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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
AREA REQUIREMENTS
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•contact a qualified electrical installer.
•assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or Canadian Electrical
Code C22.1-1998 and C22.2 No. 0-M91 (or latest edition), and all local
codes and ordinances. (115 volt, 60-Hz, 15 amp, fused, electrical supply is
required. It is required that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be
provided. This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-
prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
plugged into a mating 3-prong, grounding-type wall receptacle. Do not use
an extension cord.)
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•Refrigerator can fit into residence and can be moved around corners and through doorways.
•Floors can support refrigerator’s weight plus food weight (approximately 1200 pounds total).
•Rear wall is solid and is able to support two (2) horizontally mounted 2X4s (included) bolted to 2 wall studs. The 2X4
board bolt heads must be flush with 2X4 to prevent obstruction.
•Remove anything attached to rear or side walls that can obstruct refrigerator installation.
•Cutout dimensions are accurate.
•Electrical outlet is in correct location.
•Water line is in correct location.
Anti-Tip Requirements
The anti-tip boards should be fastened
into position prior to moving the unit into
the opening.
Note: Additional mounting boards may
be required if the refrigerator does not
touch the back wall of the enclosure.
To prevent refrigerator from tipping
forward, it must be secured in place
with a solid soffit or wood block.
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WARNING
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