Frigidaire FFFU16F2VW Complete Owners Guide - Page 7

INSTALLATION 7 This Use & Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your model. Use the appliance only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the appliance, follow these important first steps. Location Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. For the most efficient operation, the appliance should be located where surrounding temperatures will not exceed 110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and below will NOT affect operation. Additional compressor heaters are not recommended. If possible, place the appliance out of direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat sources. Leveling Rest all bottom corners firmly on a solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded appliance.  NOTE It is VERY IMPORTANT for your unit to be level in order to function properly. If the appliance is not leveled during installation, the door may be misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost or moisture problems. To Level the Appliance: Adjust the bottom feet by turning counterclockwise to lengthen and clockwise to shorten. Use a carpenter's level to level the appliance from front to back. Adjust the leveling feet in front, ½ bubble higher, so the door closes easily. Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 4 inch (101 mm) space on all sides of the unit for adequate circulation. 4" (101 mm) Air Space Lengthen Shorten 4" (101 mm) 4" (101 mm) 4" (101 mm) CAUTION To allow door to close and seal properly, DO NOT let food packages extend past the front of shelves.  Installation NOTE The exterior walls of the unit may become quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the inside. Temperatures as much as 30° F warmer than room temperature can be expected. For this reason it is particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for air circulation around your appliance.