Whirlpool ET14HJXDN01 Refrigerator User Manual


 
Before Using Your Refrigerator
It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use. This section tells you how to clean it, connect it to a power
source, install it, and level it.
Cleaning your refrigerator
Removing packaging materials
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent instruction
Remove tape and any inside labels (except the model
labels inside your refrigerator. Do not remove the
Tech
and serial number label) before using the refrigerator.
Sheet fastened under the refrigerator at the front.
To remove any remaining tape or label glue:
Cleaning it before use
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Rub briskly with thumb.
After removing all packaging materials,
OR
clean your refrigerator before using it, if
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Apply liquid handdishwashing detergent to area
necessary. See cleaning instructions on
before removing glue as described above. Do not use
page 16.
sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids,
or abrasive cleaners. These can damage the material.
See “Important Safety Instructions” on page 3.
Plugging it in
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and
property 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
3-prong grounding
type wall receptacle
Refrigerator
power cord
Package.
&prong grounding plug
Installing it properly
1.
Allow I4 inch (1.25 cm) space on each side and at
the top of the refrigerator for ease of installation.
2. If the hinge side of the refrigerator is to be against
a wall, you might want to leave extra space so the
door can be opened wider.
3. The refrigerator can be flush against the back wall.
Leveling it
Your refrigerator has 2 front leveling screws - one on
the right and one on the left. To adjust one or both of
these, follow the directions below.
1.
Remove base grille. (See page 16.)
2. To raise front, turn screw clockwise.
Right to raise;
left to lower
Use a screw
driver to edjust
3. To lower front, turn screw counterclockwise.
4. Check with level.
5. Replace base grille. (See page 16.)