Location Requirements; Electrical Requirements - Whirlpool WRB311DMBM Manual De Instrucciones Para El Usuario

Location Requirements

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.
IMPORTANT:
This refrigerator is designed for indoor household use only�
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Keep the refrigerator ventilation openings clear�
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Ventilation and Clearance
To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on both sides
and above the appliance� The distance between the rear of the
appliance and the wall behind the refrigerator should be at least
2" (5 cm)� A reduction of this space will increase the energy
consumption of product�
To allow the door to swing open when installing your refrigerator
next to a fixed wall, the minimum amount of space required
between the side of the refrigerator and the fixed wall depends
on how far the wall protrudes into the room�
Fixed Wall (B)
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Less than 47 " (121.6 cm)
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8
47 / " (121.6 cm) or more
7
8
4
Minimum Space (A)
0.2" (0.5 cm)
1.57" (4 cm)
Temperature
This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the
temperature ranges from a minimum of 50°F (10°C) to a
maximum of 110°F (43°C)� The preferred room temperature range
for optimum performance, which reduces electricity usage and
provides superior cooling, is between 61°F (16°C) and 110°F
(43°C)� It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator
near a heat source, such as an oven or radiator�

Electrical Requirements

WARNING
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.
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 127-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, disconnect the refrigerator from the
electrical source� When you have finished, reconnect the
refrigerator to the electrical source�