IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION.READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.6WARNING!HOW TOCONNECTELECTRICITYDo not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third(ground)prong from the power cord. Forpersonal safeq,this appliance must be properly grounded.The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong(grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong(grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electricshock hazard from this appliance.Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electricianto make sure the outlet is properly grounded.Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is yourpersonal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with aproperly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individualelectrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the ratingplate.This provides the best performance and also prevents overloadinghouse wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard fromoverheated wires.Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have becomefrayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracksor abrasion damage along its length or at either end.When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not toroll over or damage the power cord.USEOFADAPTERPLUGSBecause of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.However, if you must use an adapter, where local codes permit, aterala_ty connexion may be made to a properly grounded 2-prongwall outlet by use ofa UL-listed adapter available at most localhardware stores.