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
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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
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