BEST BUY Electrical Dryers and Gas-Powered Appliance User Guide

: June 7, 2024
: BEST BUY

Table of Contents

Basic recommended requirements
Measure your space
Unboxing and moving
Installation
Documents / Resources

BEST BUY Electrical Dryers and Gas-Powered Appliance

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Thank you for your purchase.
This guide will help you start using your new appliance safely and quickly.

WARNING: Installing electrical appliances, particularly high voltage appliances such as electric dryers or any gas-powered appliance, is an inherently dangerous activity. Some localities may have an expectation that only those with special training such as licensed electricians and/or plumbers do this work; although, most localities also allow the owner of a residential dwelling to do that work themselves. With the current COVID-19 environment forcing us all to maximize our social distancing at this time, you may opt to do this work yourself to eliminate or minimize contact with others. The material that follows was prepared as a very high-level summary of some of the considerations involved in installing the appliance yourself.

Before attempting any appliance installation, you must have existing electrical/plumbing/gas connections, and these must comply with any applicable codes and be in good condition to minimize the risk of serious harm. Please contact your local utility company, local building inspector, or a trusted licensed tradesperson with any questions or concerns prior to connecting.

Basic recommended requirements

2 people
Box cutter
Adjustable wrench
Screwdriver + pliers
Tape measure
Furniture sliders, rug, towel or sheet (to carefully move appliance into place)

Measure your space

If you haven’t already, start by measuring the path from your home’s entry to the appliance’s final location.

Find video help here: youtube.com/bestbuy

Playlists >> Major Appliances >> “How to Measure for a New Appliance”

Unboxing and moving

Unboxing is recommended outside or in a large outdoor space, like a garage.

Carefully open your box (appliance packaging often directs to shallow cut around bottom and lift off over the top of product), see your box for directions.

Locate User and Installation Guide (or contact manufacturer via phone or website) and carefully follow all manufacturer directions.

Protect your new appliance from scratches by using blankets over the product or as padding on tight turns and doorways. Take care to protect floor and surrounding surfaces as appropriate to prevent damage or injury.

Use safe lifting techniques. Here are the recommendations our teams follow when moving appliances: Test the weight of the product before lifting to determine if you can safely lift it by yourself. Use a team lift when necessary. Keep a wide base of support. Squat down, bending at the hips and knees only. Keep good posture. Look straight ahead, and keep your back straight, your chest out, and your shoulders back. Lift gradually, not suddenly. Keep your back straight, and do not twist as you lift. Hold the load as close to your body as possible, at the level of your belly button. Use your feet to change direction, taking small steps. Keep your shoulders in line with your hips as you move. Set down your load carefully, squatting with the knees and hips only.

Installation

When installing home appliances follow the manufacturer’s installation guide and be sure to follow any installation manual carefully regarding connecting the power cord to the appliance. Serious risk of electrical shock or electrocution could result from an improperly attached power cord.

And pay special attention to the following:

Cooktops and Ranges

Make sure product is level and manufacturer recommended clearances/materials are observed and anti-tipping device is properly installed
_Anti-tipping devices are included with range and wall ovens to keep the appliance from tipping over while the door is open._
Make sure the product’s power/fuel supply connection matches the product’s maximum requirement (found in the User Guide).
Follow and observe any manufacturer recommended cookware and safety guidelines, including any safety brackets, shutoffs, grounding and fuel source adjustments.
Wall Ovens and Over-the-Range-Microwaves
Make sure to reference manufacturer included installation instructions. In many cases, specialized tools are required for install.

Dishwashers

Make sure connected water supply and drain lines meet requirements listed by manufacturer in the installation manual. Pay close attention to the manufacturer’s recommendations on how to install the waste line. A reverse loop is typically recommended to avoid backflow contamination problems.
Level the unit on hard and stable floor surface.
Fasten the unit to kitchen cabinet to prevent unit from tipping forward.

Washing Machines

Make sure to follow manufacturer instructions on how to remove the shipping bolts from the unit.
Failure to do so could result in damage to the product.
Make sure connected water supply and drain lines meet requirements listed by manufacturer in the installation manual.
Level the unit on hard and stable floor surface.

Dryers

Make sure electric power or gas supply line, whichever applicable, is properly connected in accordance with local building codes and regulations. Refer to local service providers if necessary.
Level the unit on hard and stable floor surface.
Fit manufacturer’s approved duct piping onto vent connector.

Refrigerators and Freezers

Remove all shelves, accessories and shipment packaging as necessary. A soft blanket or sheet can help prevent scratches during move. Product & dwelling doors may need to be removed.
Make sure your refrigeration product remains upright (tilting to move is acceptable) as much as possible. If product must be laid down, once placed upright, do not plug in for 1 hour to prevent compressor damage. See the user guide or carton for handling guidance.
Once placed, leveled and connected, your refrigeration product will require approximately 24 hours to reach its target temperature.
The ideal temperature range for your Fridge is 35° to 38° F and Freezer 0° F.
For best results, follow manufacturer loading & food placement guidelines.

FOR GENERAL QUESTIONS please contact us @ 1-888-BEST-BUY (237 8289).

FOR PRODUCT-SPECIFIC QUESTIONS contact the manufacturer support number provided in the user and installation manual.

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