Maytag MBL2262KES Installation Instructions

Maytag MBL2262KES - 21.9 cu. Ft. Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator Manual

Maytag MBL2262KES manual content summary:

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    30 minutes before plugging it in to assure oil returns to the compressor. Plugging the refrigerator in immediately may cause damage to internal parts. • Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator. ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side or back-NEVER from its front. • Protect outside finish of
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    all screws for later use. 5. Lift refrigerator door from center hinge pin. 6. For swing freezer door models only: Hold freezer door while removing hinge pin with a 5⁄ hinge pin (on freezer door models). 9. If your model has a pullout freezer drawer, see page 5 for drawer removal instructions. 4
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    freezer basket. WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before full extension. 2. While supporting door front, hook supports into slots located on inside of each slide. Note • All four drawer bracket supports must be in the
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    Remove center mullion screws with 5⁄16" hex head screwdriver. • Freezer door models: Remove bottom mullion screws with 3⁄8" hex head driver refrigerator. Remove and discard handle packaging and tape. Handle design varies from refrigerator to refrigerator. Please reference the appropriate instructions
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    • Phillips screwdriver. • Plastic handle removal card (or 1⁄32" thick plastic card). Retain the card. Notes • There is a slight curve to this style of freezer handle. • For proper installation, be sure handle is oriented as shown. To Install: 1. Align door handle clips slightly to the left of the
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    right, just enough to allow it to hang unsupported. 4. While firmly supporting the left handle base against the door, align the right base of the from the surface of the freezer drawer. Simultaneously slide the door handle removal card that came with your refrigerator under the right side base of
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    predrilled hole at end of handle to tighten screw. Insert plastic button plug into hole. Removing Front-Mounted Handles for Stainless Steel Freezer Door 1. Remove right side plastic button plug at end of handle with a very small flat-blade screwdriver. • Insert phillips screwdriver into predrilled
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    skill level. • Observe all local codes and ordinances. • Do not service ice maker unless specifically recommended in Use & Care Guide or published user-repair instructions. • Disconnect power to refrigerator before installing ice maker. • Water damage due to an improper water connection may cause
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Installation
Your refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment.
Remove and discard shelf packaging and tape. Do not
remove the serial plate.
Location
Do not install refrigerator near oven, radiator or other
heat source. If not possible, shield refrigerator with
cabinet material.
Do not install where temperature falls below 55° F
(13° C) or rises above 110° F (43° C). Malfunction
may occur at this temperature.
Refrigerator is designed for indoor household
application only.
Measuring the Opening
When installing your refrigerator, measure carefully.
Allow
1
/
2
” space at top and
1
/
2
” space behind the
machine compartment cover (located in the rear) for
proper air circulation.
Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e. carpet, tile, wood
floors, rugs) may make your opening smaller than
anticipated.
Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling
procedure under
Leveling
.
IMPORTANT:
If refrigerator is to be installed into a
recess where the top of the refrigerator is completely
covered, use dimensions from floor to top of hinge cap
to verify proper clearance.
Transporting Your Refrigerator
NEVER
transport refrigerator on its side. If an
upright position is not possible, lay refrigerator on its
back. Allow refrigerator to sit upright for
approximately 30 minutes before plugging it in to
assure oil returns to the compressor. Plugging the
refrigerator in immediately may cause damage to
internal parts.
Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator.
ALWAYS
truck refrigerator from its side or
back–
NEVER
from its front.
Protect outside finish of refrigerator during transport
by wrapping cabinet in blankets or inserting padding
between the refrigerator and dolly.
Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with straps or
bungee cords. Thread straps through handles when
possible. Do not overtighten. Overtightening
restraints may dent or damage outside finish.
Leveling
To protect
property and refrigerator from damage,
observe the following:
Protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs,
or other protective material.
Do not use power tools when performing leveling
procedure.
CAUTION
To enhance the appearance and maintain performance,
the refrigerator should be level.
Note
Complete any required door reversal, panel
installation and±or a water supply connection,
before leveling.
Materials Needed:
3
/
8
” hex head driver
Carpenter’s level
1. Remove toe grille.
Grasp firmly and pull outward
to unclip.
2. Remove bottom bracket cover(s).
Place the eraser end of a pencil or similar blunt
tool in the cover notch.
Notch
Location
Use slight pressure to pry the
cover loose.
Continue to maintain
downward pressure to the
notched side of the cover while
swinging it off.