Whirlpool 8ED27DQ - Manual (Page 6)

Before Using Your
Refrigerator
In This Section
Page
Clean it............................................................................................5 Install it properly.
Plug it in......................................................................................... 5 Level it.............................
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It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use. This section will tell you how to clean it, connect it to
a power source, install it and level it.
Clean it
Clean your refrigerator before using it, if neces­
sary. See cleaning instructions on page 18.
Plug it in
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere
fused and properly grounded electrical supply is
required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with
a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension
cord.
See Electrical Requirements and Grounding
Instructions Sheet in your Literature Package.
3-prong grounding
type wall receptacle
Refrigerator
power cord
3-prong
grounding plug
Install it properly
1. Allow
’/2
inch (1.25 cm) space on each side
and at the top of the refrigerator for ease of
installation.
2. If the refrigerator is to be against a wall, you
might want to leave extra space on the hinge
side closest to the wall so the door can be
opened wider.
For ED27DQ only: A minimum of 1 Va inch
(2.9 cm) between the refrigerator door and
wall is required, or a minimum of
1
V
2
inch
(3.8 cm) between the freezer door and wall is
required.
3. The refrigerator can be flush against the wall.
4. Make sure ice maker water supply has been
connected. Refer to Installation Instructions.