Maytag Top Mount Refrigerator 61005299 - Manual (Page 3)

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Leveling
Your refrigerator is equipped with front and back rollers
so it can be moved away from the wall for cleaning. To
enhance its appearance and to maintain performance,
your refrigerator should be level.
For refrigerator models with adjustable wheels:
• Remove the base grille by grasping both ends and
pulling straight out (see fig. 1).
• Adjust the wheels with a screwdriver or a 1/4”
socket (see fig. 2).
• To prevent the refrigerator from rolling, use the
leveling/lock screws. Turning down both leveling
screws locks the cabinet into place (see fig. 3).
• To replace the base grille, align the spring clips with
the round openings in the cabinet and push each end
in until the grille locks into place.
For all other models:
• Adjust the leveling/lock screws beneath each front
corner at the base of the cabinet. Turn these
leveling/lock screws clockwise to raise a cabinet
corner and counterclockwise to lower a cabinet
corner (see fig. 3).
• If the floor is not level and it is necessary to raise the
rear of the cabinet, we suggest rolling the rear wheels
onto a piece of plywood or other shim material.
Your new refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment. Remove and discard shelf packing clips (if used) located just above
each shelf where they hook onto the frame. To remove plastic clips wiggle the clips sideways and pull straight out.
Installation
Location
• Allow for a free flow of air through the front base
grille.
• Install the refrigerator where the room temperature
will not go below 55˚ F. With temperatures below 55˚,
the refrigerator will not run frequently enough to
maintain proper temperature in the freezer.
• Allow a minimum 1/2” clearance on the sides, top
and back for ease of installation. If refrigerator is
placed with the door hinge side against a wall, you
may want to allow additional space so the door can
be opened wider.
• Use caution when installing the unit on vinyl or
hardwood floors so as not to mark or otherwise
damage the flooring. A piece of plywood, a rug or
other material should be used to protect the floor
while positioning the unit.
Fig. 2
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Fig. 3
TURN
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
TO LOWER CABINET
CORNER
TURN CLOCKWISE TO
RAISE CABINET CORNER
Energy Saving Tips
• Locate the refrigerator away from heat producing
appliances such as the range or dishwasher, heat
vents and direct sunlight.
• Level the refrigerator and do not block ventilation
around the front grille.
• Let hot dishes cool slightly before putting into the
refrigerator or freezer.
• Cover liquids.
• Keep the freezer full to near capacity so less cold air
will escape during door openings. When the freezer
is less than two-thirds full, place milk cartons half
full of water in the freezer.
• Wipe moisture from the outside of containers before
placing them into the refrigerator.
• Avoid opening the doors too often.