GE Built-In All-Refrigerator Freezer User Manual

Installation
Instructions

31-46148
224D2601P001

06-08 JR

36" Built-In All-Refrigerators
and All-Freezers

monogram.com

Safety Information

Skill Level - Installation of this product requires basic

mechanical, carpentry and plumbing skills. Proper
installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product
failure due to improper installation is not covered
under the GE Appliance Warranty. See the Owner’s
Manual for warranty information.

WARNING:

• These units are top-heavy and must be secured
to prevent the possibility of tipping forward. Anti-Tip
protection is required. See page 12 for details.

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose.

• Immediately repair or replace electric service cords
that become frayed or damaged.

• Unplug the unit before cleaning or making repairs.

• Repairs should be made by a qualified service
technician.

AVERTISSEMENT

• Ces appareils ménagers sont lourds en haut
et il faut les arrimer pour éviter leur basculement.
Il faut avoir un système de protection contre
le renversement. Voir les détails page 12.

• Il ne faut utiliser cet appareil que pour l’utilisation
appropriée.

• Réparer ou remplacer immédiatement tout cordon
électrique effiloché ou endommagé.

• Il faut débrancher l’appareil ménager avant
le nettoyage ou toute intervention.

• Les réparations doivent être faites par un technicien
qualifié.

For Monogram local service in your area,

1.800.444.1845.

For Monogram service in Canada

1.800.561.3344

For Monogram Parts and Accessories,
call 1.800.626.2002.

www.monogram.com

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - Save these instructions

for local inspector’s use. Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions

with your Owner’s Manual for future reference.

WARNING:

This appliance must be properly grounded.
See “Grounding the Unit,” page 10.

AVERTISSEMENT

Cet appareil doit être correctement mis à la terre.
Consulter « Mise à la terre de l’appareil ménager »,
page 10.

If you received a damaged product, you should
immediately contact your dealer or builder.

CAUTION:

Due to the weight and size of this product, and to reduce
the risk of personal injury or damage to the product –
THREE PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR PROPER INSTALLATION.

PRUDENCE

À cause du poids et de la taille de ce produit et
pour réduire le risque de blessure et de dommages,
IL FAUT TROIS PERSONNES POUR FAIRE L’INSTALLATION
CORRECTEMENT.

CONTENTS

Design Guide

The Installation Space ......................................3

Dimensions and Clearances......................3–4

130° Door Swing ..................................................5

90° Door Swing ....................................................6

Customization Basics ........................................7

Panel Dimensions ................................................8

Side Panels..............................................................9

ZUG2 Grille Panel Dimensions ......................9

Installation Instructions

Tools, Hardware, Materials ..........................10

Grounding the Unit ..........................................10

Step 1, Remove Packaging ..........................11

Step 2, Install Water Line ............................11

Step 3, Install Side Panels ............................11

Step 4, Install Anti-Tip Bracket ..........12–14

Step 5, Level Unit ..............................................15

Step 6, Secure Unit to Wall ..........................16

Step 7, Adjust Door Swing ..........................17

Step 8, Install Grille Panel ............................17

Step 9, Install Framed Panels ....................18

Step 9A, Install Overlay Panels ................19

Step 10, Connect Water Supply ................20

Step 11, Start Icemaker ................................20

Step 12, Install Toekick ..................................20

Design Guide

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THE INSTALLATION SPACE

Water And Electrical Locations

Electrical and water supply must be located as shown.

The Cutout Depth Must Be 24" Minimum

The unit will project forward, slightly beyond adjacent
cabinetry, depending on your installation.

Cutout Depth Beneath a Soffit:

When installed beneathh a soffit, the soffit cannot
exceed the 24" installation depth shown. The top case
trim overlaps the bottom of the soffit.

Additional Specifications

• A 115 volt 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power supply
is required. An individual properly grounded branch
circuit or circuit breaker is recommended. Install
a properly grounded 3-prong electrical receptacle
recessed into the back wall. Electrical must be
located on rear wall as shown.

Note: GFI (ground fault interrupter) is not
recommended.

• Water line can enter the opening through the

floor or back wall. The water line should be 1/4" O.D.
copper tubing or GE QuickConnect™kit between the
cold water line and water connection location, long
enough to extend to the front of the unit. Installation
of an easily accessible shut-off valve in the water line
is required.

DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES

* Shipping height. The

product can be adjusted
to fit into a cutout that
is 83-1/2" min. to 84-1/2"
max. height. Note that
the top case trim
at the front is 1/2" higher
and will overlap upper
cabinetry or soffit. Use
leveling legs and wheels
for a maximum 1" height
adjustment.

Product Clearances

These units are equipped with a 2-position door stop.
The factory set 130° door swing can be adjusted to 90°
if clearance to adjacent cabinets or walls is restricted.
Order WX14X99 door stop for precise settings between
90° and 130°.

130° Door Swing 90° Door Swing

25"

Minimum

to Wall

130°

The finished
cutout width
must be
35-1/2".

Allow 25" minimum clearance for a full
130° door swing. Allow 15" for pan removal.

For a 90° door swing, allow 4" minimum clearance
to a wall for framed and stainless steel models.
Allow 5" minimum clearance for professional models.
If the 90° doorstop position is used, pan access
is maintained but pan removal is restricted.

See illustrations pages 5 and 6 to determine door swing
interaction with adjacent cabinets or countertops.

*4" stainless and trimmed models.

5

" Pro models.

35"

Case Width

*83-1/2"

at

Rear

Depth Including Handles:
26-7/8" Framed Models
27-3/4" Stainless Steel Models
28-11/16" Professional Models

25-3/8" Framed Models
25-3/4" Stainless Steel Models
Case Depth

*84" From
Floor to
Top Frame

36" Frame to
Frame Width

Design Guide

4

These units are equipped with a 2-position door stop.
The factory set 130° door swing can be adjusted to 90°
if clearance to adjacent cabinets or walls is restricted.
Order WX14X99 door stop for precise settings between
90° and 130°.

When Installed into a corner:

Allow 25" for a full 130° door swing. Allow 15" for pan
removal. Allow 4" min. clearance when door swing
is adjusted to a 90° opening for pan access, but pan
removal is restricted.

CLEARANCES

ZUG2, ZUGSS2 Unified Grille Panel Kit

• If you are installing two units, side by side,
the installation space must be 71-1/2" wide.

Note: Additional cutout width may be required when
side panels are used. Add side panel thickness
to the finished cutout to calculate rough-in width.

• The water and electrical locations for each product

must be located as shown.

• A separate 115V, 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power supply

is recommended for each product.

Clearances for Multiple Single Door Installations

In a side-by-side installation of a left and right door
swing product, a 1" clearance between the units is
required. Order ZUGSS2 Stainless Steel Unified Grille
Panel Kit or ZUG2 Custom Panel Unified Grille Panel Kit
for one continuous grille panel.

Clearances for two products installed side-by-side
with the same (left or right) door swing

Allow 2" minimum clearance between the products
to prevent door swing interference. Order the WX14X99
adjustable door stop to reduce the factory set 130°
door swing. Allow 15" minimum to a wall to achieve
full drawer extension and pan removal.

NOTE: ZUG2 and ZUGSS2 Grille Panel Kit will NOT fit this
installation.

Clearances for two products installed side-by-side
with right and left side hinges together

Allow 5" minimum between the two products to prevent
one door from striking the other. Use the WX14X99
adjustable door stop to reduce the factory set 130°
door swing and to allow pan removal.

NOTE: ZUG2 and ZUGSS2 Grille Panel Kit will NOT fit this
installation.

25"

130° Door

Swing

130°

Min. to

Wall

2"

15"

5"

Design Guide

5

Top View
130° DOOR SWING
(factory setting)
Scale 1:1

Frameless Cabinets: The case trim

overlaps cabinets at the top and sides.
Therefore, frameless cabinets may require filler
strips to prevent interference with cabinet door
swing. The opening must allow for filler strips.

Design Guide

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1/4"

1/2"

3/4"

1"

1-1/4"

1/4"

1/2"

3/4"

1"

1-1/4"

1-1/2"

23-7/8"

From Rear of

Unit

Cabinet Front

3/4" Overlay

Panel

(Nominal Size)

Case Trim

Refrigerator

or Freezer

Door

Top View
90° DOOR SWING
(optional setting)
Scale 1:1

Frameless Cabinets:

The case trim overlaps
cabinets at the top and sides.
Therefore, frameless cabinets
may require filler strips
to prevent interference
with cabinet door swing.
The opening must allow
for filler strips.

Design Guide

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CUSTOMIZATION BASICS:
Framed Or Overlay Panels, Custom Handles and Accessory Kits

Overlay panels

You may also choose to install custom overlay panels
from your cabinet manufacturer. This design provides
a seamless appearance which integrates smoothly with
surrounding cabinetry.

Standard supplied handles shown in 3/4" overlay panel position.

Professional Style Stainless Steel Models

Stainless steel wrapped refrigerators have beveled edges
and professional-style handles. These models are shipped
ready for installation.

Stainless Steel Wrapped Models

Stainless Steel wrapped models have wrapped
doors and grille panel, beveled edges, and tubular
stainless steel handles that coordinate with other
Monogram appliances. These models are shipped
ready for installation.

Trimmed Models

Trimmed models are designed to be customized with
decorative panels. Field installed custom door and grille
panels are required.

Framed panels

You may install 1/4" thick custom panels from
your cabinet manufacturer. The decorative panel slides
into the factory installed trim. Or, order black and stainless
steel accessory panels from your Monogram dealer.

Standard supplied handles shown in 1/4" panel position.

Door Handle

The standard supplied handles can be adjusted
to accommodate both framed or overlay panels. Custom
handles of your choice, supplied by your cabinet maker
can also be installed on overlay panels. If desired, you
may order ZKHSS2 Monogram stainless steel tubular
handle kit for 3/4" overlay panels. This kit contains
2 handles. Only 1 kit is needed if installing these units
as a pair.

Side Panels

Side panels must be used whenever the sides
of the product will be exposed.

Optional Accessory Kits

• ZKHSS2: Monogram Tubular Stainless Steel handles

designed to fit 3/4" overlay panels.

• ZKHPSS: Pro Tubular Stainless Steel handle designed

to fit 3/4" overlay panels.

• ZUG2: For side-by-side installation of two trimmed

models. This kit provides for the installation of a unified
custom grille panel to span the width of two units using
a framed or overlay panel.

• ZUGSS2: For side-by-side installation of two stainless

steel wrapped models. This kit provides a unified
stainless steel grille panel to span the width of two units.

Accessory Panels

Black and stainless steel accessory panels are available
from your Monogram dealer. Panels are cut to size
and ready to install.

ZPBS360–Black
ZPSS360–Stainless

Standard
Door Handle

3/4" Overlay Panel

1/4" Thick Backer Panel

.10" Thick Spacer Panel

Standard Door Handle

Framed Panel

Design Guide

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1/4" FRAMED PANEL DIMENSIONS

If you choose to install framed panels, they must be cut to
the dimensions shown. The panels will slide into the frame
on the door and grille.

If the custom panel is less than 1/4" thick and if it fits
loosely in the door frame, it can be backed up with a piece
of filler material or foam tape to improve the fit.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Maximum weight for door panel
is 67 pounds. Maximum total weight for assembled grille
panel is 11 pounds.

3/4" OVERLAY PANEL DIMENSIONS

For a more custom appearance, overlay panels may
be installed on trimmed models. The overlay panel must
be secured to a 1/4" thick backer panel which slides
into the trim. A spacer panel 0.10" thick must be placed
between the overlay and backer panel.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Maximum total weight for assembled
door panel is 67 pounds. Maximum total weight for
assembled grille panel is 11 pounds.

Assemble the panels with glue and screws.

• Center the spacer panel on the backer panel, left to
right and top to bottom. Secure the panels with glue.

• Center the spacer and backer panel on the overlay
panel and secure with glue and screws. Screws must
be countersunk into the backer panel.

Overlay

Panel

1/4"

Backer

Panel

Door

.10 Inch

Spacer

Spacer Panel

Backer Panel

Overlay Panel

Door

Panel

C

A

B

Grille Panel

Framed Panel Dimensions

A (Width) B (Grille Height) C (Door Height)

1/4" Framed Panel 33-7/8" 8-7/8" 69-5/16"

Overlay Panel Dimensions

A (Width) B (Grille Height) C (Door Height)

1/4" Backer Panel 33-7/8" 8-7/8" 69-5/16"

0.10" Spacer Panel 32-1/2" 7-5/8" 67-15/16"
3/4" Overlay Panel 34-1/8" 9" 69-9/16"

NOTE: Left-to-right offset is not always equal
to top-to-bottom offset.

1/4"

Panel

Door

5/16"

Trim

Reveal

*84"

2-9/16"

24"

*3" to 4"

3/16"

1-7/8"

Design Guide

9

SIDE PANELS

Side panels must be used whenever the sides
of the unit will be exposed. The 1/4" side panels will slip
into the side case trim. Secure the panels to the unit
with stick-on hook and loop fastener strips. Order
the side panels from the cabinet manufacturer.

• Cut a notch in the top front corner as shown
to allow clearance for corner keys in the front
side trim.

ZUG2 GRILLE PANEL DIMENSIONS

The ZUG2 unified grille panel kit provides
for the installation of a framed or overlay grille panel.

* Depending on

installation height.

Assemble the overlay panels in the same manner
as the door panel.

Framed Panel Dimensions

A (Width) B (Height)

1/4" Framed Panel 69-7/8" 8-7/8"

Overlay Panel Dimensions

A (Width) B (Height)

1/4" Backer Panel 69-7/8" 8-7/8"

0.10" Spacer Panel 68-1/2" 7-5/8"
3/4" Overlay Panel 70-1/8" 9"

A

B

Grille Panel

Spacer Panel

Backer Panel

Overlay Panel

IMPORTANT NOTE: The maximum weight for the unified
grill is 25 pounds.

Installation Instructions

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DO NOT, UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT
OR REMOVE THE THIRD
(GROUND) PRONG
FROM THE POWER CORD.

DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT THE UNIT
TO A 2-PRONG OUTLET.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH
THIS APPLIANCE.

HARDWARE SUPPLIED

TOOLS REQUIRED

Tin snips to cut banding #2 Phillips screwdriver

Stepladder

Drill and 1/2", 3/16" bits

Bucket

1/4", 1/2", 5/16", 7/16" socket

Level

Safety glasses
Appliance
hand truck

Pliers

Tubing cutter Stud finder

7/16" and 1-1/4"
open-end wrench

GROUNDING THE UNIT

IMPORTANT - (Please read carefully)

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with
a standard three-prong (grounding) wall receptacle
to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
is properly grounded.

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have
it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall
outlet.

4 Washers

2 Hair Pin Cotters

3 lag screws

5 toggles with bolts

Water filter

bypass plug

Supplied Toekick

Toekick

(Secured to side of unit.)

Anti-Tip bracket

(Secured to side of unit.)

MATERIALS REQUIRED

• 1/4" copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect

™

Refrigerator Tubing kits

• Water shut-off valve (optional but recommended)

• Custom panels for door and grille panel

• Screws to secure unit to cabinetry.

• Stick-on hook and loop fastener strips for 1/4" side
panels

FLOORING

For proper installation, this product must be placed
on a level surface of hard material that is at the same
height as the rest of the flooring. This surface should
be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator
or freezer, or approximately 1,200 lbs. per unit.

NOTE: Protect the finish of the flooring. Cut a large
section of the cardboard carton and place under
the product where you are working.

NOTE: Not recommended for installation on carpeted flooring.

Custom handle trim

Installation Instructions

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STEP 3 INSTALL SIDE PANELS

Skip this step when not using side panels

If you are using 1/4" side panels, they should
be inserted into the case trim.

STEP 1 REMOVE PACKAGING

CAUTION: Product is much heavier

at the top than at the bottom – be careful when moving.
When using a hand truck, handle from side only.

PRUDENCE: Le produit est beaucoup

plus lourd en haut qu’en bas. Il faut être prudent lors
des déplacements. Si un diable est utilisé, il faut soulever
le réfrigérateur sur le côté seulement.

• Carefully cut banding at the top and bottom, remove
outer carton.

• Slide out back corner posts (2).

• Slide carton off top of cabinet.
NOTE: IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO LAY CABINET DOWN
IN ORDER TO REMOVE SKID!

CAUTION:

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ROLL
UNIT OFF SKID.

PRUDENCE:

IL NE FAUT PAS ESSAYER DE
FAIRE ROULER L’ APPAREIL
MÉNAGER POUR L'ENLEVER
DE LAY PALETTE.

STEP 2 INSTALL WATER LINE

• A cold water supply is required for automatic
icemaker operation. The water pressure must
be between 40 and 120 p.s.i.

• Route 1/4" OD copper or GE SmartConnect

™

plastic tubing between house cold water line
and the water connection location.

• Tubing should be long enough to extend to the front
of the unit. Allow enough tubing to accommodate bend
leading into the water line connection.

NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is supplied
in the GE SmartConnect™Refrigerator Tubing kits.
Do not use any other plastic water supply line because
the line is under pressure at all times. Other types
of plastic may crack or rupture with age and cause
water damage to your home.
GE SmartConnect™Refrigerator Tubing Kits are
available in the following lengths:
2' (.6 m) WX08X10002
6' (1.8 m) WX08X10006
15' (4.6 m) WX08X10015
25' (7.6 m) WX08X10025

• The unit is secured to the skid with 4 slotted
tie-down straps. Remove the four 5/16" bolts
from the base channels in the tie-downs.

• Remove toekick, custom handle trim, and wall
bracket. Set aside for final installation.

• Lift the unit off the skid with an appliance dolly.
Handle from the sides.

• Remove the four 7/16" bolts securing the tie-down
brackets to the skid.

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are
illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.

Shut off the main water supply.

Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line
of water.

• Install a shut-off valve between the icemaker water
valve and cold water pipe in a basement or cabinet.

The shut-off valve should be located where it will
be easily accessible.

• Turn on the main water supply and flush debris.
Run about a quart of water through the tubing into
a bucket. Shut off water supply at the shut-off valve.

NOTE: Saddle type shut-off valves are included in many
water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle
type valve complies with your local plumbing codes.

Fasten the panels to the unit with stick-on hook and
loop fastener strips before setting unit in place.

CAUTION: DONOT lay this unit on its back.
PRUDENCE: NE PAS mettre cet appareil

ménager sur son dos.

Installation Instructions

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STEP 4 INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKET

WARNING: ANTI-TIP PRECAUTIONS

The unit is top-heavy and must be secured to prevent
the possibility of tipping forward.

ATTENTION: PRECAUTIONS CONTRE

LES BASCULEMENTS

L’appareil ménager est beaucoup plus lourd en haut
et il faut le maintenir en place pour éviter la possibilité
de son basculement vers l’avant.

• The kit supplied with the unit contains 2 lag bolts
and 4 toggles with bolts. The wall bracket will be
attached to the wall in 4 places.

• Measure the opening where the unit is to be installed.
Mark the center with a vertical line.

• Measure up 81 1/2" from the floor. Mark this point
on the wall.

• Using a level, draw a horizontal line on the wall
at this height.

• Locate at least 2 studs on the back wall. Mark these
points on the horizontal line.

• Place the bottom of the wall bracket with tabs
on the horizontal line. Align the center notch
on the bracket with the center line on the wall.

• The anti-tip wall bracket has a series of holes.
Select 2 holes that match with the located studs.
Make sure the holes selected are on the center
of the studs. Mark the wall at these points.

• Mark an additional hole at each end of the bracket.
If one of the studs is closer to the end of the bracket,
mark an additional hole towards the center
of the bracket.

• Drill 1/2" holes into the wall board at the locations
marked for the toggles to be mounted (not the stud
markings).

• Drill 3/16" holes into wooden studs where marked.
If steel stud construction, drill 1/2" holes into the studs
where marked. You will use 2 toggles with the metal
studs.

Line on Wall

Center

Two Additional

Hole Locations at

Ends of Brackets

Center

Wall Studs

Wall Bracket

Line On Wall

Install Screws and Bolts:

• Have someone hold the wall bracket centered
in place with each of the holes aligned with
the correct opening in the bracket and level
with the horizontal line.

• Insert the lag screws through the bracket
and into the stud. Tighten with a wrench.

• Insert the bolts into the toggle by hand until snug.
Tighten with a wrench.

STEP 4 INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKET

(cont.)

Install Wall Toggles:

The wall toggles and bolts can be ordered as Service
Kit #WR49X10193. Wall toggles are installed in the
drywall and metal studs for stability. Install the wall
toggles as follows:

• Drill 1/2" holes at the wall markings made in the holes
at the ends of the wall bracket.

• Hold the metal channel flat against the plastic straps
and slide the channel through the hole.

• Gently pull back at the ends of the plastic straps
to make the channel rest flush behind the wall.

• Hold the ends of the straps in one hand and slide
the plastic cap along the straps until the flange
of the cap is flush with the wall.

• Place your thumb between the plastic straps and
bend up and down to snap the straps off at the wall.

Installation Instructions

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Plastic Straps

Metal Channel

Cap

Wood Stud

Lag Screw

Anti-Tip Wall Bracket

Drywall or
Steel Stud

Bolt

Wall Toggle

Anti-Tip Wall Bracket

Installation Instructions

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STEP 4 INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKET

(cont.)

Remove Grilles for Access to Power Cord and Anti-tip
Locking Hooks

Fresh Food Unit

• Open the access door.

• Using a 1/4" hex driver, remove the 2 screws
at the bottom of the grille.

• Pull the bottom of the grille forward, down and out
to remove.

Freezer Unit

• Open the access door.

• Using a 1/4" hex driver, remove the 2 screws
at the bottom of the grille on the right.

• Pull the bottom of the grille forward, down and out
to remove.

• Using a 1/4" hex driver, remove the screw
on the left side of the grille.

• The grille is aluminum and will bend easily. Gently pull
forward on the left side of the grille to open for access.
This grille will not be completely removed.

Power Cord

Locate the power cord inside the left cavity. If it has
not been adjusted so the plug is easily accessible,
do so now.

Move Unit into Final Position

• Move refrigerator toward its final installed location.
Align the tabs on the wall bracket with the openings
in the back of the unit.

• The unit has “L” bolts in the upper left and right
corners inside of the access compartment. These
bolts will interlock with the wall bracket and secure
the unit using the washers and hair pin cotters
in the hardware kit once the unit has been leveled
and is in the final position.

Screws

“L” Bolt

“L” Bolt

Left Grille Open

Left Grille Open

Power Cord Location

Power Cord Location

Screws

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Installation Instructions

STEP 5 LEVEL UNIT

All models have 4-point leveling. The front is supported
by leveling legs; the rear is supported by adjustable
wheels. Both are accessible from the front of the unit.

• To level the back of the unit, turn the 7/16" hex nut
located above the front wheels. Turn clockwise
to raise or counterclockwise to lower the unit.

• For front leveling, use a 1-1/4" open-end wrench.

• Adjust height of unit to match installation cutout
opening 83-1/2 to 84-1/2". The unit should be level
and plumb with cabinetry.

Leveling Leg

Hex Nut Adjusts

Rear Wheels

CAUTION:

The rear leveling wheels and front leveling legs
are limited to a maximum height adjustment of 1".
If the installation requires more than 84-1/2" height,
the installer should elevate the unit on a sheet
of plywood or runners. Cabinetry trim could also
be added across the top of the opening to shorten
the opening. If you attempt to raise the unit more

than 1", you will damage the front leveling legs
and the rear leveling wheels.

PRUDENCE

Les roues de nivellement arrière et les pattes de
nivellement avant permettent un réglage maximal
de 25 mm (1 po). Si l’ouverture pour l’appareil
ménager a une hauteur supérieure à 2,15 m
(84-1/2 po), l’installateur doit élever l’appareil ménager
sur une feuille de contre-plaqué ou des glissières.
Il est également possible d’ajouter des baguettes
de finition des placards sur le haut de l’ouverture
afin de la réduire. Lever l’appareil ménager de plus
de 25 mm (1 po) endommage les pattes de nivellement
avant et les roues de nivellement arrière.

Installation Instructions

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STEP 6 SECURE UNIT TO WALL

• The “L” rods can be found in the upper left and right
corners of the unit in the access compartment.
Look through the access compartment to make
sure the rods line up with the anti-tip bracket.

• There are 2 washers and a hair pin cotter per rod.
Remove the washers and hair pin cotter from the end
of the rod.

• Rotate and move the “L” rod into the slot in the anti-tip
bracket tab. Once it is in the slot, rotate the “L” rod
so the hook portion is pointing down. The holes
at the front end of the rod should be in a vertical
position. Do this to both sides.

• Pull out on the end of the rod to make sure it is secure
in the bracket.

• Locate the hole on the rod that is closest to the unit.
A hair pin cotter will be put through this hole to secure
the rod. If this hole appears to be too far away for
a snug fit against the unit, add the washers one
at a time until the pin will fit tightly into the hole.

• Align the straight section of the pin with the hole from
the underside of the rod. Push the pin up until it snaps
into position. Pliers may be used. NOTE: The hair pin
cotter must be vertical when this step is completed to
ensure the “L” rod is engaged in the bracket.

• Check the rod for tightness by pulling forward.
If the rod moves, remove the hair pin cotter and place
another washer on the rod. Reinsert the pin.

• Bend the left grille back into place (freezer only) and
replace the screws.

• Replace the flat grille panel by sliding it under the
flange at the top of the access compartment and
pushing the grille back into place. Replace screws.

STEP 7 ADJUST DOOR SWING

NOTE: This refrigerator has a 2-position door stop.

When space does not allow the door to swing open
fully to 130°, you may change the door swing to a 90°
opening. Skip this step if door opening is satisfactory

for your installation situation.

STEP 8 INSTALL GRILLE PANEL

(TRIMMED MODELS ONLY)

• Raise the access panel to the stop position.

• Open the door to view the bottom hinge. Note
the door stop pin locations. The pin is factory-installed
in the 130° position.

• Close the door. From below, use pliers to unscrew
the door stop and reinstall into the 90° position.

• Loosen the screws on the side trim behind the frame.
Remove the bottom trim.

• Slide the panel over the metal baker panel
and into the trim.

• If necessary, tap with a wood block until the panel
slips under the top trim piece.

• Reassemble the bottom trim. Tighten the screws.

• Adjust the hinge spring to accommodate the panel
weight, if necessary.

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Pin Location

For 90°

Door Swing

Pin Location

as Shipped

For 130°

Door Swing

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Installation Instructions

STEP 9 INSTALL FRAMED PANELS

(TRIMMED MODELS ONLY)

• There are two sets of holes in the handle side trim.
Replace the handle side trim by installing the original
screws in the FRONT screw holes.

• Secure the handle to the door using the REAR
screw holes.

Right hand models shown. Use the same instructions
for left hand models.
IF YOU ARE INSTALLING OVERLAY PANELS,
GO TO STEP 10A.

Install Door Panel:

• Open the door to 90°. Remove the 6 Phillips head screws
from the door handle.

• Remove the handle. Retain all screws.

• Remove the 6 screws holding the trim, lift off the trim.
Retain the screws.

• Slide the framed panel into the door trim.

Standard supplied handle shown

in 1/4" panel position.

Use Rear Holes

to Secure Handle

Use Front Holes

to Secure Trim

Handle
Trim

Door Trim

Door

STEP 9A INSTALL OVERLAY PANELS

• There are two sets of holes in the handle side trim.
Replace the handle side trim by installing the original
screws in the REAR screw holes.

• Secure the handle to the door using the FRONT
screw holes.

Custom Handles

If you are using custom handles, the handle must
be properly secured to the panel before sliding the panel
into the trim.

• The cabinet manufacturer will supply the custom
handle and hardware.

• Secure the door trim using new handle side trim.
Discard the supplied handle.

Right hand models shown. Use the same instructions
for left hand models.

Install Door Panel:

• Open the door to 90°. Remove the 6 Phillips head screws
from the door handle.

• Remove the handle. Retain all screws.

• Remove the 6 screws holding the trim, lift off the trim.
Retain the screws.

• Slide the overlay panel into the door trim.

Supplied handle shown

in the overlay panel position.

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Use Front Holes
to Secure Handle

Use Rear Holes

to Secure Trim

Door Trim

Handle
Trim

Door

Move
Forward
For 3/4"

Panel

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STEP 10 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY

(FREEZER MODELS ONLY)

• Locate and bring the tubing to the front
of the cabinet.

• Turn the water on to flush debris from the line.
Run about a quart of water through the tubing
into a bucket, then shut off the water.

Copper Tubing:

• Slip a 1/4" nut and ferrule (provided) over both ends
of the copper tubing. Insert the tube into the union
fitting on the unit and tighten the nut to the union.

• Turn on the water to check for leaks.

GE SmartConnect™Tubing:

• Insert the molded end of the tubing into
the refrigerator or freezer connection. Tighten
the compression nut until it is just hand-tight.

• Tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening can cause leaks!

• Turn on the water to check for leaks.

NOTE: Make sure excess tubing length does not
interfere with the toekick installation.

Freezer

Water Supply

House

Water Supply

STEP 12 INSTALL TOEKICK

• Locate the supplied toekick (shipped taped to the side
of the product). Install with 2 screws provided, adjust
to the desired height and tighten the screws.

• A custom toekick can be installed to match
or complement the surrounding cabinetry.
Use the supplied toekick as a template to cut
out the notch.

IMPORTANT: The vented toekick must remain
unobstructed for proper air circulation and
operation.

STEP 11 START ICEMAKER

• Slide the switch to ON. The icemaker will begin opera­tion automatically.

• Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep
of the feeler arm.

• Discard the first full bucket of ice cubes.

• To turn the icemaker off, slide the switch to OFF.

Icemaker

Feeler Arm

Power
Switch

Supplied Toekick

1/4" or Thicker Toekick

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Notes

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Notes

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Notes

GE Consumer & Industrial

Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, KY 40225
ge.com

Printed in the United States

NOTE: While performing installations described in this book,
safety glasses or goggles should be worn.

For Monogram®local service in your area, call

1.800.444.1845.

NOTE: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at
General Electric. Therefore, materials, appearance and
specifications are subject to change without notice.

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