Electrolux EW23CS65GB Use and Care Manual - Page 4

4 Installation This Use & Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the refrigerator, 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. • If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat sources. • The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator. • Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker. CAUTION DO NOT install the refrigerator where the temperature will drop below 55°F (13°C) or rise above 110°F (43°C). The compressor will not be able to maintain proper temperatures inside the refrigerator. DO NOT block the toe grille on the lower front of your refrigerator. Sufficient air circulation is essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator. Installation Installation clearances Door opening NOTE The refrigerator doors are designed to shut by themselves within a 20 degree opening. Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter when removing food. For best use of drawers and freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a position where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully opened. Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator: • All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor. • The cabinet should be level at the front and rear. • The sides should tilt ¼ inch (6 mm) from front to back (to ensure that doors close and seal properly). • Doors should align with each other and be level. All of these conditions can be met by raising or lowering the adjustable front rollers. To level the cabinet using the front rollers: 1 Open both doors and remove the toe grille by gently pulling forward (see illustration). • Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections: Sides & Top ³⁄₈ inch Back 1 inch NOTE If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side against a wall, you may have to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider.