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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Before the appliance is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this
manual, so read the manual carefully. We strongly recommend that you have a professional
install your new machine. The warranty may be affected or voided by an incorrect installation. To
reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
DANGER
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It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your appliance, be provided. Use receptaclesthat cannot be
turned off by a switch or pullchain.
lPlease ensure that the required voltage is being supplied at all times.
lThe unit should be plugged into a grounded and properly-sized electrical outlet with appropriate over-current protection.
lEnsure unit is not resting on or against the electrical cord.
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Donot connector disconnectthe electric plugwhen your hands are wet.
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Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the
outlet.
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Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammablevapors andliquids
inthevicinity of thisorany otherappliance. The fumescancreate afire hazardorexplosion.
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Beforeproceedingwithcleaningandmaintenanceoperations,make surethepowerline ofthe unitisdisconnected.
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Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can resultinelectricalshockor
death.
lIf the unit is not in use for a long period of time, best to unplug the unit from the outlet.
lAfter unplugging the unit, wait at least 8 minutes before plugging it back in. Failure to do so could cause damage to the
compressor.
lIf the power cuts off, wait at least 8 minutes before turning the unit on to avoid damage to the compressor.
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Donotattempttorepairorreplaceanypartofyourapplianceunlessitisspecificallyrecommended inthismanual.A
qualifiedtechnicianshoulddoallotherservicing or repairs.
lChild entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past.
Junked or abandoned chest freezers are still dangerous.”
lBefore you throw away your old chest freezer: Take off the doors.
lNeverallowchildren to operate, play with, orcrawlinside the chestfreezer.
WARNING
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Use two or more people to move and install appliance. Failure to do so can result in
back, knee
or other injury.
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This appliance must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
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Do not touch the cold surfaces in the cold compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin may stick to these extremely cold
surfaces.
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To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance, the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated
area with temperatures above 60°F (16°C) and below 90°F (32°C). This unit must be installed in an area protected from the
elements, such as wind, rain, water spray or drips.
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The appliance shouldnot be locatednext to ovens, grills,
broilers
or other sources of highheat.
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It is important for the appliance to be level for proper operation. You may need to make adjustmentstolevelit.
