KitchenAid 2314464 User Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack the Refrigerator
Remove the Packaging 
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.” 
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert from 
behind the control panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator. If the 
insert is removed, ice may migrate down from the freezer and 
cause icicles to form. 
Clean Before Using
After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of 
your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in  
“Refrigerator Care.”
Location Requirements
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a ½" 
(1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your 
refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2" (5.08 cm) minimum 
clearance on each side (some models require more) to allow for 
the door to swing open. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow 
extra space at the back for the water line connections.
NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator 
near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install the 
refrigerator in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F 
(13°C).
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.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator 
for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. 
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. 
Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when trying to move 
it, as floor damage could occur.
Important information to know about glass shelves 
and covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when 
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to 
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. 
For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter 
into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass 
shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when 
removing them to avoid impact from dropping.
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.
 
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2" (5.08 cm)