Important Safety Instructions - Kenmore 111.9902 Manual De Uso Y Cuidado

PREPARING TO USE YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Unpacking Your Refrigerator
1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive
tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and outside. Slide out and
remove the plastic or foam guard used to protect the compressor from shipping
damage due to vibration or shock.
2. Inspect and remove any remaining packaging, tape or printed materials before
powering on the refrigerator.
3. Check to be sure you have all accessories and parts listed in the Parts and
Features section.
Proper Air Circulation
To ensure that your refrigerator works at the maximum efficiency it was designed
for, you should install it in a location where this is proper air circulation, plumbing
and electrical connections.
The following are recommended clearances around the refrigerator:
Sides ................... 4 inches (10 cm)
Top ...................... 12 inches (30 cm)
Back .................... 4 inches (10 cm)
Electrical Requirements
Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (120 volts, 15 amps) with proper
grounding to power the refrigerator.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
The guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in this unit will
operate properly.
The unit must be plugged into its own dedicated 10 amp, 120 Volt, 60 Hz. AC only
electrical outlet.
The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug
for your protection against shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a
properly grounded three-prong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in
accordance with local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING: Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
Do not use appliance if power cord is damaged or frayed. Take appliance to
qualified service dealer for inspection and possible repair.
Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug
firmly, and pull straight from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord.
If your unit has an internal light, unplug the appliance before cleaning and before
replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock.
Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating the
unit with insufficient power can damage the motor. Such damage is not covered
under the warranty.
Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to
prevent the appliance from being turned off accidentally.
Avoid connecting unit to a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).
DANGER
Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used.
To be repaired only by trained service
personnel. Do not use mechanical
instruments to remove frost from
interior walls.
Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
Grounding type
WARNING
wall receptacle
Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
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