MARVEL Scientific 17CAR - Manual (Page 4)

INSTALLATION
WARNING
Electrical Information
• Refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115V, 60Hz., AC
only electric outlet. The power cord of the appliance is
equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for your protec-
tion against shock hazards (see Figure 3 below). It must be
plugged directly into its own properly grounded three-prong
receptacle, protected with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit
breaker. The receptacle must be installed in accordance with
the local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electri-
cian. Receptacles protected by Ground Fault Circuit Inter-
rupters (GFCI) are NOT RECOMMENDED. DO NOT use an
extension cord or adapter plug.
• If voltage varies by 10 percent or more, refrigerator perfor-
mance may be affected. Operating the refrigerator with in-
sufficient power can damage the motor. Such damage is not
covered under the warranty. If you suspect your voltage is
high or low, consult your power company for testing.
• To prevent the refrigerator from being turned off acciden-
tally, do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall
switch or pull cord.
• Do not pinch, knot, or bend power cord in any manner.
Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important steps:
Installation
• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.
• The refrigerator should be located where surrounding tem-
peratures will not drop below 10 degrees F (-12 degrees C)
or exceed 110 degrees F (43 degrees C). The Freeze Control
Feature is designed to automatically maintain the selected in-
terior refrigerator temperature within these boundaries.
• Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a
three (3) inch (75 millimeter) space on all sides of the refrig-
erator for adequate circulation.
NOTE: The exterior walls of the refrigerator may become quite
warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the inside.
Temperatures as much as 30 degrees F warmer than room tem-
perature can be expected. For this reason, it is particularly impor-
tant in hotter climates to allow enough space for air circulation
around your refrigerator.
Leveling
The refrigerator must have all bottom corners resting firmly on
a solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support a fully
loaded refrigerator. NOTE: It is VERY IMPORTANT for your refrig-
erator to be level in order to function properly. If the refrigera-
tor is not leveled during installation, the door may be misaligned
and not close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture
problems.
To Level Unit (see Figure 4 below)
After discarding crating screws and wood base, use a carpenter’s
level to level the refrigerator from front-to-back. Adjust the plas-
tic leveling feet in front, 1/2 bubble higher, so that the door closes
easily when left halfway open.
Figure 3
Figure 4
WARNING
Other Precautions
• Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the re-
ceptacle.
• Turning the control to OFF turns off the compressor, but does
not disconnect power to other electrical components.
• To avoid electrical shock, unplug the refrigerator before
cleaning and before replacing a light bulb.
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