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Installation Instructions
36 Inch Refrigerator
For Use With Models: EF36BNNF, IF36BNNF, PF36BNNF
Part No. 106177 Rev. B/13036906
Francis - Voir Page 9
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Ta b l e o f Co n T e n T s
Refrigerator Safety .......................................................................1
Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator .........................................1
Design Specifications ..................................................................2
Product Dimensions ....................................................................2
Installation Specifications ........................................................2-3
Tools and Parts ...........................................................................2
Location Requirements ...............................................................3
Cabinet Layout ............................................................................3
Water Supply Requirements .......................................................3
Electrical Requirements ..............................................................3
IMPORTANT:
Installer:• Leave these installation instructions with the homeowner.
Homeowner:• Keep these installation instructions for future reference. Save these installation instructions for the local electrical
inspector’s use.
Installation Instructions ............................................................4-8
Unpack the Refrigerator ............................................................4
Move Refrigerator into House ....................................................4
Door and Drawer Front Removal................................................4
Reinstalling the Drawer Front .....................................................5
Reinstalling the Door(s) .............................................................`5
Connecting the Water Supply .....................................................6
Plug in Refrigerator .....................................................................7
Move Unit to Final Position .........................................................7
Leveling.......................................................................................7
Handle Installation .....................................................................7
Complete Installation ..................................................................8
Water System Preparation ..........................................................8
Cu s T o m e r se r v i C e in f o r m a T i o n
If you have questions or problems with installation, contact your
Dacor ® dealer or the Dacor Customer Service Team. When you
call, have the model and serial number of the appliance ready.
The model and serial number are printed on the appliance data
label. The label is located inside the refrigerator on the right.
Dacor Customer Service:
Phone: (800) 793-0093 (U.S.A. and Canada)
Monday — Friday 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Web site: www.Dacor.com
All specifications subject to change without notice
Dacor assumes no liability for changes to specifications
© 2009 Dacor, all rights reserved.
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WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not
completely installed.
Keep doors taped closed until refrigerator is
completely installed.
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or serious injury.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from refrigerator.
Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker
kit ready models only).
Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).
Pr o P e r Di s P o s a l o f yo u r re f r i g e r a T o r
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous,
even if they sit out for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of
your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help
prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
Take off the doors.•
Leave the shelves in place so •
children may not easily climb
inside.
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WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Pr o D u C T Di m e n s i o n s
The depth from the front of the door (w/o door handles) to the •
back of the refrigerator chassis is 27” (686 mm).
The depth of the cabinet less the door is 24 1/4” (616 mm).•
The power cord is 60” (1524 mm) long.•
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To o l s a n D Pa r T s
Make sure that you have the necessary tools and materials
available for a proper installation:
Phillips screwdriver set•
Slotted screwdriver set•
Copper tubing for the water line. Provide sufficient length to •
allow for a minimum of a 24” (610 mm) diameter service loop.
Compression nut and compression sleeve to connect to the •
water supply valve. A compression nut and sleeve are include
with the unit to connect the refrigerator side of the line.
Copper tubing cutter•
Level - 2’ (.6 m) and 4’ (1.2 m) recommended•
Appliance dolly able to support 700 lbs (317 kg) and •
adequate manpower to handle the weight of the appliance
Nut driver set or socket set•
Crescent wrench•
Cordless drill and assorted drill bits•
Plywood or cardboard to protect finished flooring•
Appropriate materials to cover and protect the home and its •
furnishings during installation
The height • from the top of the refrigerator to the floor with the
leveling legs in the down position is 70 1/8” (1781 mm).
The height from the top of the refrigerator to the floor with the •
leveling legs in the fully extended position is 71 1/4” (1810
mm) at the front of the unit. Add 2 1/2” (635 mm) for the
optional top trim kit.
The refrigerator width from edge to edge is 35 5/8” (905 mm).•
lo C a T i o n re q u i r e m e n T s
Your Dacor refrigerator can be recessed in an opening between
cabinets or installed at the end of a cabinet run using a side panel
to enclose the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT:
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.•
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a •
1/2” (1.25 mm) space at the top and behind the refrigerator.
Do not install the refrigerator in a location where the •
temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).
Allow a minimum of 2 1/2” (64 mm) space between the side •
of the refrigerator and an oven or range.
The floor must be able to support the refrigerator’s weight of •
more than 600 lbs (272 kg), the door panels and the contents
of the refrigerator.
The area to the left and the right of the appliance must •
permit both doors to open to a minimum of 90°. Allow space
between the side of the refrigerator doors and a corner wall
for the handle and/or custom door panels.
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70 ½” Min.*
(1791 mm)
36” Min. (914 mm)
*Add 2 1/2” (635 mm) for the optional top trim kit.
Suggested electrical location
approximate dimensions
12” (305 mm)
12”
(305 mm)
24” (610 mm)
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
Ca b i n e T la y o u T
A grounded three prong non-GFCI electrical outlet must •
be provided and should be in a location that allows the
refrigerator to be connected without an extension cord. See
Electrical Requirements for additional information.
The plumbing for the water line can come through the floor •
flush to or from the back wall. Install the water valve in a
location that allows it to be turned off without moving the
refrigerator out in the event the refrigerator or water line
requires service.
For IF36 series models, see document 100504 for •
instructions on planning and installing integrated front panels.
It is available at www.Dacor.com.
Reverse osmosis water supply
IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of
a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the
refrigerator needs to be between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827
kPa).
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your
cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis
system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa).
If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than
40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):
Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse •
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.
Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill •
after heavy usage.
If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce •
the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse
osmosis system. Remove the water filter. See the use and
care manual.
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Wa T e r su P P l y re q u i r e m e n T s
All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.•
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 35 and •
120 psi (241 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water
dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your
water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.
Install a shut off valve between the refrigerator and water •
supply. Use 1/4” copper tubing with a compression nut and
compression sleeve and check for leaks. Allow a minimum of
24” (610 mm) diameter service loop of copper tubing outside
the wall or floor for easy connection to the water supply.
Install copper tubing only in areas where the household
temperatures will remain above freezing.
Do not use a piecing type or 3/16” (4.76 mm) saddle valve •
which will reduce water flow and clog more easily.
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualified plumber.
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz. AC only 15 or 20 amp fused, grounded
electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet
that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension
cord.
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WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not
completely installed.
Keep doors taped closed until refrigerator is
completely installed.
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not
completely installed.
Keep doors taped closed until refrigerator is
completely installed.
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT:
If you receive a damaged product, immediately contact your •
dealer or builder. Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
Read all directions before you begin.•
un P a C k T H e re f r i g e r a T o r
IMPORTANT:
Do not remove the film on the outside until the refrigerator is •
in its operating position.
Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning •
on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water
and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable •
fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For
more information, see Important Safety Instructions.
Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.•
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the •
inside of your refrigerator before using it. See Care and
Cleaning in the use and care manual.
mo v e re f r i g e r a T o r i n T o Ho u s e
Place an appliance dolly under the left side of the refrigerator 1.
as shown. Be sure to avoid damaging the side trims and
handles. Place the corner posts from the packing materials
over the trims and handles as appropriate. Slowly tighten the
strap.
NOTE: Pass the dolly strap under the handle for EF36 series
models.
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Place pieces of the shipping carton on the floor when rolling 2.
the dolly and refrigerator into the house. Move the refrigerator
close to the opening.
Place cardboard or plywood under refrigerator.3.
Stand the refrigerator up. First, place the left bottom edge of 4.
the refrigerator on the floor, stand the refrigerator upright and
then lower the right-hand side of the refrigerator to the floor.
Do o r a n D Dr a W e r fr o n T re m o v a l
Some installations require door and drawer front removal before
transporting the refrigerator through doorways to the location
where it will be used.
Unplug the power 1.
cord from the
power source.
Remove 2. the toe
grille.
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Remove the 3. top hinge cover from
the refrigerator door by removing
the Phillips screw. Retain the
screw and cover for later use.
Hinge style may vary.
Unscrew 4. the 5/16” hex head
screws from the top hinge.
Remove the hinge and retain it
and all screws for later use.
On 3 door (french door) models, 5.
disconnect the wiring plug located
on top of the left top hinge by
wedging a flat-blade screwdriver
between the two sections.
Lift 6. the refrigerator door(s) from
the center hinge pin.
Remove 7. the Phillips screws that
hold the center hinge in place.
Remove the hinge and retain it
and all screws for later use.
Hinge Cover
Top Hinge
Wiring Plug
Center
Hinge
re i n s T a l l i n g T H e Do o r (s)
After the moving the refrigerator to the location where it will be
used, reinstall the door(s) and freezer drawer front.
Replace the rollers.1.
Slide the screws on the 2.
back of the drawer front
into the slots in the drawer
brackets on both sides.
You may need to move
the bottom of the bracket
around slightly to get the
slot to line up with the
screw.
Tighten the four front panel 3.
screws completely. Do not
over-tighten.
Install the top hinge loosely using the existing 5/16” hex head 4.
screws.
Install the center hinge using the existing Phillips screws.5.
Top Hinge
Center Hinge
Pull the freezer drawer 8.
completely open.
Loosen the four (4) 9.
screws attaching the
drawer brackets to the
drawer front as shown.
NOTE:
Loosen the
screws only three to four
turns. Do not remove the
screws from the drawer
front.
Lift the drawer front 10.
upward and off the
screws.
Remove the rollers.11.
Place 6. the hinge side of the refrigerator
door on the center hinge pin.
While holding 7. the refrigerator door
upright, tighten down the top hinge
with a 5/16” hex head driver.
On 3 door (french door) models, 8.
reconnect the wiring plug located
on top of the left top hinge.
R9. eplace the top hinge cover using
the existing Phillips screw.
Hinge Pin
Wiring Plug
Hinge Cover
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Co n n e C T i n g T H e Wa T e r su P P l y
Unplug the refrigerator from the electrical outlet.1.
Create a service loop with copper tubing (minimum 2 foot/61 2.
cm diameter). Avoid kinks in the copper tubing when bending
it into a service loop. Do not use plastic tubing.
Min. 2’ diameter
(not to scale)
Copper Tubing
Remove the plastic cap from water valve inlet port.3.
Slide the brass nut over the sleeve and screw it into the inlet 6.
port.
Place an adjustable wrench on the nut (C) attached it to the 7.
plastic waterline. Maintain position.
Using a second adjustable wrench, turn the lower nut (A) 8.
counterclockwise and fully tighten it while holding the upper
nut in place. Do not overtighten.
C
A
Pull on the tubing to confirm the connection is secure. 9.
Connect the tubing to the frame with the water tubing clamp
(D).
Place the brass nut (A) and sleeve (B) on the end of the 4.
copper tube as illustrated. The nut and sleeve are provided in
the use and care packet. Do not use an old sleeve.
Place the end of the copper tubing into the water valve inlet 5.
port. Shape the tubing slightly. Do not kink the tubing so that
it feeds straight into the inlet port.
B
B
A
A
D
Turn on the water supply. Check for leaks and correct if 10.
necessary. Continue to observe the water supply connection
for two to three hours prior to moving the refrigerator to its
permanent location. Monitor the water connection for 24
hours. Correct leaks if necessary.
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WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not
completely installed.
Keep doors taped closed until refrigerator is
completely installed.
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or serious injury.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not
completely installed.
Keep doors taped closed until refrigerator is
completely installed.
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or serious injury.
Pl u g in re f r i g e r a T o r
Plug the refrigerator into a
grounded three prong outlet.
le v e l i n g
Remove the base grille. Grasp the grille firmly an pull it 1.
toward you.
mo v e un i T T o fi n a l Po s i T i o n
IMPORTANT: To avoid floor damage, make sure the levelers are
raised (not touching floor) and the refrigerator is on the rollers
before moving.
Place cardboard or plywood under refrigerator. Remove dolly.1.
Move the refrigerator straight back, evenly into the opening. 2.
Be sure that the refrigerator side trims are not interfering with
the door opening. Also, be sure that the water tubing is not
kinked and the power supply cord is on top of the refrigerator.
Using a 1/4” hex driver, turn the leveling screw on each side 2.
to raise or lower that side of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone
push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some
weight off the leveling
screws. Doing so makes it
easier to turn the screws.
To raise, turn the •
leveling screw
clockwise.
To lower, turn the •
leveling screw counterclockwise.
Open the door again to make sure that it closes as easily as 3.
you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear
by turning both adjustments screws clockwise. It may take
several more turns, and you should turn both adjustment
screws the same amount.
Replace the base grill.4.
Ha n D l e in s T a l l a T i o n
Some units do not come with the handle installed to allow •
the customer to choose the handle style. Optional handle kits
are also available. See the use and care manual for a list of
available handle kits.
The installation instructions for the handle are included with •
the kit.
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Co m P l e T e in s T a l l a T i o n
Turn the water supply line valve to the open position.1.
Wait a few minutes. Check the water line connections for 2.
leaks.
Remove all boxes, parts packages and packing materials 3.
from the interior of the refrigerator.
See the 4. Care and Cleaning section in the use and care
manual for instructions. Remove the film and cardboard from
the grille and doors or door frame, depending on your model.
Install the shelves and bins in the refrigerator and freezer 5.
compartments.
The controls are preset at the factory to the midpoint setting. 6.
Check that the compressor is operating properly and that all
the lights are working.
Flush the water system before use. See 7. Water System
Preparation.
To get the most efficient use from your new refrigerator, read your
use and care manual. Keep these installation instructions and the
use and care manual near the refrigerator for easy reference.
Wa T e r sy s T e m Pr e P a r a T i o n
Please read before using the water system.
Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make sure
that the water system is properly cleaned.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after
the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on
disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.
Hold a sturdy container under 1.
the water spout and press the
dispenser button. Flush the
water system by dispensing
and discarding 6 qt. (5.7 L) of
water. Cleaning the system
will take approximately 3 to
4 minutes and will help clear
air from the line. Additional
flushing may be required
in some households. As air
is cleared from the system,
water may spurt out of the
dispenser.
Make sure the ice bin is in 2.
place and the ice maker arm
is down.
After the freezer section 3.
reaches between 0° to 2°F
(-18° to -17° C), the ice
maker fills with water and
begins operating. You will
have a complete harvest of
ice approximately every three
hours.
Allow approximately 24 hours 4.
after installation to receive the first harvest of ice.
Discard ice created within the first 12 hours of operation to 5.
assure the system is flushed of impurities.
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