Refrigerator and Freezer Replacement

Electrical receptacle meets the requirements of NFPA 70 (Article 440)

Select an ENERGY STAR^® qualified appliance, equivalent, or better

Select appliance with a minimum one-year warranty that provides a replacement appliance if repeated issues relating to health, safety, or performance occur

Ensure new appliance will not block access to light switches, cabinets, etc. and will fit through the smallest opening between the outside and installation location

Install appliance according to manufacturer specifications and applicable code

Where applicable, ensure appliance is accessible as required by the Federal Fair Housing Act and ICC A117.1

The appliance shall not reduce required maneuvering clearances in the kitchen to less than that permitted by local, state, or federal guidelines

Permanently remove old appliance from job site and recycle or dispose of removed appliance and refrigerant in accordance with local and federal law (e.g., EPA Section 608 of Clean Air Act of 1990)

Permanently decommission old appliance

Provide occupants/owners with user's manual, warranty information, installation instructions, and installer contact information