KitchenAid 2300274 User Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools and Parts
TOOLS NEEDED: 
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. 
Location Requirements
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a 
¹/₄" 
(6.35 mm) space on each side and at the top. When installing 
your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2
¹⁄₂" (6.35 cm) 
minimum clearance on each side to allow for the door to swing 
open.
NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator 
near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install in a 
location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C). For 
best performance, do not install the refrigerator behind a cabinet 
door or block the base grille.
Electrical Requirements
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is 
important to make sure you have the proper electrical 
connection.
Recommended grounding method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15– or 20–amp fused, grounded 
electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate 
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet 
that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an 
extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or 
removing a light bulb, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
Unpack the Refrigerator
Remove the Packaging
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 “Refrigerator Safety.”
Phillips screwdriver
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.
 
¹⁄₄
" (6.35 mm)
2
¹⁄₂
" (6.35 cm)
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, 
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
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.