Frigidaire FGHT2046QF Complete Owner's Guide - Page 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. • 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). 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. • Doors should align with each other and be level. To install the toe grille: 1. Attach toe grille support bracket to cabinet using 3 bolts supplied. • 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. If you do not hook up water to the refrigerator, remember to turn the ice maker off. 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 • Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections: Sides & Top ⅜ 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. Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator: • All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor. 4 2. Install left toe grille cover onto slot on left side of toe grille. 3. Attach toe grille to cabinet. or