GE Built-In Refrigerators Installation Instructions
GE Monogram
®
36" Built-In Refrigerators
Custom
Options Guide
and
Installation
Instructions
With Custom Panel Dimensions
and Trim Kit
Monogram refrigerators offer a range of
custom appearance options that can be
achieved through the use of optional
trim kits.
This package contains information and
illustrations to demonstrate custom
possibilities. Custom door and grille panel
sizes vary to accommodate the kit being
used. Dimensions for each application is
provided herein.
Dimensions and specifications pages can
be pulled out and faxed or sent to the cabinet
manufacturer so that the panels can be
constructed accurately.
Optional Trim Kit Installation Instructions
are included for reference.
Installation Instructions
Models:
ZIS36NY
ZISW36DY
ZISB36DY
Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
Introduction
Trim Kit
Descriptions
Illustrations on the following pages will
demonstrate the range of appearance options
available. These options are accomplished
through the use of one or more trim kits.
The door panel and grille panel sizes vary to
accommodate the kit being used. Sizes are
provided in this package.
Side panels must be used whenever the
sides of the refrigerator will be exposed.
Side panel sizes will also vary depending on
the installation.
You should:
1. Select the appearance option.
2. Order the trim kit for that option.
3. Order the custom door and grille
panels from the manufacturer. The exact
dimensions for each trim kit application is
ZKH1–Provides for the installation of a
custom handle on the standard 1/4"
custom panels.
ZG1–Provides 1/4" grille panel frame side
pieces for 83", 83-1/2" and 84-1/2" installation
heights. Factory set height is 84".
ZKT36–Provides for the installation of 3/4"
custom door and grille panels, using the
standard full length handle.
provided in this package. Find and pull out
the page for your application and fax or
send it to the manufacturer. The cabinet
manufacturer must have this information to
construct the panels accurately.
4. Determine the final installation situation
and order matching side panels. Again,
sizes vary. Provide this information to the
cabinet manufacturer. Panel sizes for
various applications are provided herein.
3/4" thick custom panels–Without trim kits
A raised panel design, screwed or glued to a
1/4" thick backing can be used. See page 7 for
ZIS36NY panel sizes and details. See page 11
for ZISW36DY/ZISB36DY panel sizes and
details.
ZKHT1–Provides for the installation of a
custom handle using 3/4" door and grille
panels. This kit must be used in conjunction
with ZKT36.
ZWCD1–Provides for the installation of a
custom collar trim on the dispenser for one
continuous custom panel on the freezer
door. This kit can be used alone, or with all
other kits.
Contents
Appearance Options ........................................................................................................................ 3-5
ZIS36NY, Dimensions & Specifications
Design Information.........................................................................................................................6
1/4" Thick panels using standard trim.......................................................................................... 7
1/4" Thick panels using standard trim and ZKH1 trim kit ......................................................... 7
Thicker panels secured to 1/4" thick backing, using standard trim...........................................7
3/4" Thick panels with ZKT36 trim kit.......................................................................................... 8
3/4" Thick panels with ZKT36 and ZKHT1 trim kits ................................................................... 9
ZISW36DY/ZISB36DY, Dimensions & Specifications
Design Information....................................................................................................................... 10
1/4" Thick panels using standard trim........................................................................................ 11
1/4" Thick panels using standard trim, ZKH1 and ZWCD1 trim kits.......................................11
Thicker panels secured to 1/4" thick backing, using standard trim.........................................11
3/4" Thick panels with ZKT36 and/or ZWCD1 trim kits .......................................................... 12
3/4" Thick panels with ZKT36, ZKHT1 and/or ZWCD1 trim kits............................................ 13
Side Panel or Filler options .............................................................................................................. 14
Product Installation ..................................................................................................................... 15-19
ZKH1 Trim Kit Installation Instructions .................................................................................... 20-25
ZG1 Trim Kit Installation Instructions ............................................................................................ 26
ZKT36 Trim Kit Installation Instructions........................................................................................ 27
ZKHT1 Trim Kit Installation Instructions....................................................................................... 33
ZWCD1 Trim Kit Installation Instructions...................................................................................... 38
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Appearance Options
Non-Dispenser Model:
ZIS36NY
The Standard Product
1/4" or 3/4" Panels With
Standard Handles. No trim
kits required.
Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
APPEARANCE
OPTIONS
Dramatic effects are accomplished with the addition of trim kits
1/4" Custom Panels
With Custom Handles:
Trim Kit ZKH1
3/4" Custom Trimless
Panels With Standard
Handles: Trim Kit
ZKT36
3/4" Custom
Trimless Panels With
Custom Handles:
Trim Kits ZKT36 &
ZKHT1
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OPTIONS
APPEARANCE
Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
Appearance Options
Dispenser Models using
Standard Dispenser
Full-Width Trim
ZISW36DY, ZISB36DY
The Standard Product
1/4" or 3/4" Panels With
Standard Handles. No Trim
Kits required.
Dramatic effects are accomplished with the addition of trim kits
1/4" Custom Panels
With Custom Handles:
Trim Kit ZKH1
3/4" Custom Trimless
Panels With Standard
Handles: Trim Kit
ZKT36
3/4" Custom
Trimless Panels With
Custom Handles:
Trim Kits ZKT36 &
ZKHT1
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Appearance Options
Dispenser Models with
ZWCD1 Custom Collar Trim Kit
ZISW36DY, ZISB36DY
The Standard Product
with Trim Kit ZWCD1 Custom Collar Trim Kit, 1/4"
Custom Panels and Standard
Handles
Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
APPEARANCE
OPTIONS
Dramatic effects are accomplished with additional trim kits
1/4" Custom Panels
With Custom Handles:
Trim Kits ZKH1 &
ZWCD1
3/4" Custom Trimless
Panels With Standard
Handles: Trim Kits
ZKT36 & ZWCD1
3/4" Custom
Trimless Panels With
Custom Handles:
Trim Kits ZKT36,
ZKHT1, ZWCD1
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DIMENSIONS
CUSTOM PANEL
84 1/2" max
83" min
Finished
Rough
Opening
*The finished and rough-in dimensions are determined by the type
of installation being made. The finished cutout width includes side
panel thicknesses. See “Side Panel or Filler Options.”
Side View
(not to scale)
24 3/4"
4"
Locate Grounded
3 1/2"
36" Overall Width
*35 1/2" - 37 1/2"
7"
Electrical outlet
Within Solid
Area Above
Locate Water
Supply Within
the Shaded
5"
Area Below
Front View
(not to scale)
35" Case Width
5"
12 3/8"
5"
12 1/4" max
10-3/4" min
84 1/2" max
83" min
72 1/4"
Wall View
(not to Scale)
74"
From Floor to
Bottom of
Electrical Area
3 1/2"
Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
ZIS36NY
36" Built-In Refrigerator (non-dispenser)
Design Information
Designed to be installed flush with surrounding cabinetry.
Cutout dimensions, clearances and side panel sizes are
determined by the many installation options available.
Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the
refrigerator will be exposed. If custom enclosure has
been made and installed, or if you are installing between
pantry and oven cabinets, side panels are not required
unless you are using frameless cabinets. IMPORTANT–
Side panels, 1/2" min. thick, are required for FRAMELESS
CABINETS.
• Field installed custom panels, Lexan
panels are required. Custom door panels and grille
panel sizes vary to accommodate the kit being used.
• A custom toekick can be installed to match or complement the surrounding cabinetry. A standard toekick is
supplied. For a custom toekick, use supplied toekick as
a template to cut notches for hinges and water lines.
Optional Kits:
• ZWBP36: Black Lexan Panel Kit (no trim kit required).
• ZWWP36: White Lexan
• ZWSP36: Stainless Steel Panel Kit (no trim kit required).
• ZKH1: Provides for the installation of a custom handle
on 1/4" custom panels.
• ZG1: Provides 1/4" grille panel frame side pieces for 83",
83-1/2" and 84-1/2" installation heights. Factory set
height is 84".
• ZKT36: Provides for the installation of 3/4" custom door
and grille panels.
• ZKHT1: Provides for the installation of a custom handle
using 3/4" door and grille panels. (This kit must be used
in conjunction with ZKT36.)
Additional Specifications
• A 115 volt 60 Hz., 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.
• Water line can enter opening through the floor or back
wall. The water line should be 1/4" O.D. copper tubing
between the cold water line and water connection
location, long enough to extend to the front of the
refrigerator. Installation of an easily accessible shut off
valve in the water line is recommended.
Clearances
If the refrigerator is to be installed in a corner:
• A 2" min. clearance between the case trim and
adjacent wall on both sides of the refrigerator will
assure a 90° door opening and access to all drawers.
An 8" clearance is required on both sides for removal
of pans.
Panel Kit (no trim kit required).
or stainless steel
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Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim
1/4" thick panels
or
panels secured to 1/4" thick backing
Freezer Panel Fresh Food Panel
67 7/8"
15 1/4" 19 1/4"
ZIS36NY
36" Built-In Refrigerator
(non-dispenser)
Standard Trim with 1/4" Panels
• 1/4" Panels: Cut panels to size.
• Custom handles with 1/4" door panels require Trim Kit
ZKH1.
Standard Trim with Panels secured to
1/4" thick backing
• Applying a raised panel design to a 1/4" thick backing
(screwed or glued): Cut 1/4" panels to size, fabricate
the raised panel to permit clearances of at least 2"
from the handle side for fingertip clearance, 1-1/4"
from the hinge side to avoid striking adjacent
cabinetry and 5/16" from the top and bottom edges to
allow for the trim flange then install.
• Countertops adjacent to refrigerator installation
should be mitered 45° degrees.
Note:
ZKHT1 custom handle kit cannot be used in this
configuration.
Custom Grille Panel
35"
CUSTOM PANEL
DIMENSIONS
1/4"
Thick
Backing
Raised Panel on 1/4" Thick Backing
Appearance
Panel
1 1/4"
Clearance
hinge side
Case T rim
Door
Handle
2" Clearance
handle side
9"
The grille panel frame is factory assembled
for 84" installation height. If installation height
varies, order ZG1 trim kit which provides
optional side trim pieces. Cut custom, Lexan
or stainless panel to sizes shown below.
Installation Height Panel Height
Important:
top of doors and bottom of panel frame.
1/4" Thick Panel
83" 8"
83-1/2" 8-1/2"
84-1/2" 9-1/2"
Maintain 1-1/2" min. gap between
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Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
DIMENSIONS
CUSTOM PANEL
Custom Door Panel Dimensions
Using Trim Kit ZKT36
3/4" thick panel with standard handle
Freezer Panel Fresh Food Panel
67 15/16"
15 1/16" 19 1/16"
ZIS36NY
36" Built-In Refrigerator
(non-dispenser)
• The ZKT36 trim kit provides for the installation of 3/4"
custom door and grille panels, using the standard fulllength handle. Cut panels to size and install.
Custom Grille Panel
35 1/2"
Over 1/4" Thick (3/4" max) Panel
A
Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation
height.
Installation Height Dimension A
83" 8-1/4"
83-1/2" 8-3/4"
84" 9-1/4"
84-1/2" 9-3/4"
Important:
top of doors and bottom of grille panel.
Maintain 1-1/2" min. gap between
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Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
Custom Door Panel Dimensions
Using Trim Kits ZKT36 and ZKHT1
3/4" thick panel with custom handle
Freezer Panel
67 15/16"
15 5/16"
Fresh Food Panel
19 5/16"
ZIS36NY
36" Built-In Refrigerator (non-dispenser)
• ZKT36 and ZKHT1 installed together provides for the
installation of 3/4" custom door and grille panels, using a
custom handle. Cut panels to size, rout the handle side
of the panels as shown below and install.
CUSTOM PANEL
DIMENSIONS
Rout panels to specification below on
the handle side of each panel
1 13/16"
Freezer Door FaceFreezer Door Face
Over 1/4" Thick (3/4" max) Panel
A
Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation
height.
Installation Height Dimension A
83" 8-1/4"
83-1/2" 8-3/4"
84" 9-1/4"
84-1/2" 9-3/4"
Important:
top of doors and bottom of grille panel.
Maintain 1-1/2" min. gap between
1/4"
max
Custom Grille Panel
35 1/2"
1 13/16"
Fresh Food Door Face
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(not to scale)
DIMENSIONS
CUSTOM PANEL
84 1/2" max
83" min
Finished
Rough
Opening
*The finished and rough-in dimensions are determined by the type
of installation being made. The finished cutout width includes side
panel thicknesses. See “Side Panel or Filler Options.”
Side View
24 3/4"
4"
*35 1/2" - 37 1/2"
Locate Grounded
Electrical outlet
Within Solid
Area Above
Locate Water
Supply Within
5"
3 1/2"
Front View
(not to scale)
35" Case Width
36" Overall Width
7"
5"
12 3/8"
the Shaded
Area Below
12 1/4" max
5"
10-3/4" min
84 1/2" max
83" min
72 1/4"
Wall View
(not to Scale)
74"
From Floor to
Bottom of
Electrical Area
3 1/2"
Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
ZISW36DY (white dispenser)
ZISB36DY (black dispenser)
36" Built-In Refrigerator
Design Information
Designed to be installed flush with surrounding cabinetry.
Cutout dimensions, clearances and side panel sizes are
determined by the many installation options available. Side
panels must be used whenever the sides of the refrigerator
will be exposed. If custom enclosure has been made and
installed, or if you are installing between pantry and oven
cabinets, side panels are not required unless you are using
frameless cabinets. IMPORTANT–Side panels, 1/2" min.
thick, are required for FRAMELESS CABINETS.
• Field installed custom panels, Lexan
panels are required. Custom door panels and grille panel
sizes vary to accommodate the kit being used.
• A custom toekick can be installed to match or complement the surrounding cabinetry. A standard toekick is
supplied. For a custom toekick, use supplied toekick as a
template to cut notches for hinges and water lines.
Optional Kits:
• ZWBP36D: Black Lexan Panel Kit (no trim kit required).
• ZWWP36D: White Lexan
• ZWSP36D: Stainless Steel Panel Kit (no trim kit required).
• ZKH1: Provides for the installation of a custom handle on
1/4" custom panels.
• ZG1: Provides 1/4" grille panel frame side pieces for 83",
83-1/2" and 84-1/2" installation heights. Factory set height
is 84".
• ZKT36: Provides for the installation of 3/4" custom door
and grille panels.
• ZKHT1: Provides for the installation of a custom handle
using 3/4" door and grille panels. (This kit must be used in
conjunction with ZKT36.)
• ZWCD1: Provides for the installation of a custom collar
trim on the dispenser for one continuous custom panel
on the freezer door. This kit can be used alone, or with
one or more trim kits.
Additional Specifications
• A 115 volt 60 Hz., 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.
• Water line can enter opening through the floor or back
wall. The water line should be 1/4" O.D. copper tubing
between the cold water line and water connection
location, long enough to extend to the front of the
refrigerator. Installation of an easily accessible shut off
valve in the water line is recommended.
Clearances
If the refrigerator is to be installed in a corner:
• A 2" min. clearance between the case trim and adjacent
wall on both sides of the refrigerator will assure a 90°
door opening and access to all drawers. An 8" clearance
is required on both sides for removal of pans.
Panel Kit (no trim kit required).
or stainless steel
10
Monogram
Dimensions &
Specifications
16 5/8"
36 7/8"
Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim
1/4" thick panels
or
Panels secured to 1/4" thick backing
Freezer Panel
Standard
Dispenser
15 1/4"
Freezer Panel
Custom
Dispenser
17 11/16"
67 7/8"
2 9/16"
15 1/4"
Fresh Food Panel
19 1/4"
ZISW36DY (white dispenser)
ZISB36DY (black dispenser)
36" Built-In Refrigerator
Standard Trim with 1/4" Panels
• 1/4" Panels: Cut panels to size.
• Custom handles with 1/4" door panels require Trim Kit
ZKH1. When using ZKH1 with the standard dispenser
trim, the length of the custom handle, top to bottom
cannot exceed 11-3/4".
• Custom collar dispenser trim with 1/4" door panels
require trim kit ZWCD1.
Standard Trim with Panels secured to
1/4" thick backing
• Applying a raised panel design to a 1/4" thick backing
(screwed or glued): Cut 1/4" panels to size, fabricate
the raised panel to permit clearances of at least 2"
from the handle side for fingertip clearance, 1-1/4"
from the hinge side to avoid striking adjacent
cabinetry and 5/16" from the top and bottom edges to
allow for the trim flange, then install.
• Countertops adjacent to refrigerator installation
should be mitered 45° degrees.
Note:
ZWCD1 custom collar dispenser trim and ZKHT1
custom handle kits cannot be used in this configuration.
CUSTOM PANEL
DIMENSIONS
1/4"
Thick
Backing
Raised Panel on 1/4" Thick Backing
Appearance
Panel
1 1/4"
Clearance
hinge side
Case T rim
Door
Handle
2" Clearance
handle side
Custom Grille Panel
35"
9"
The grille panel frame is factory assembled
for 84" installation height. If installation height
varies, order ZG1 trim kit which provides
optional side trim pieces. Cut custom, Lexan
or stainless panel to sizes shown below.
Installation Height Panel Height
Important:
top of doors and bottom of panel frame.
1/4" Thick Panel
83" 8"
83-1/2" 8-1/2"
84-1/2" 9-1/2"
Maintain 1-1/2" min. gap between
Custom Dispenser Cutout
9 7/16"
12 5/16"
The Cutout is 9 7/16" wide
by 12 5/16" high.
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Dimensions &
Specifications
DIMENSIONS
CUSTOM PANEL
16 11/16"
Panel
Face
Custom Door Panel Dimensions
Using Trim Kit ZKT36
3/4" thick panel with standard handle
and/or ZWCD1 custom collar trim
Freezer Panel
Standard
Dispenser
37"
15 1/16"
Detail A
Upper
Freezer
Panel
1"
3/32"
1"
Lower
Freezer
Panel
Freezer Panel
Custom
Dispenser
17 11/16"
2 5/16"
15 1/16"
Custom Dispenser Cutout
The Cutout is 9 7/16" wide
by 12 5/16" high. 3/4" panels
must be routed on all four
sides of the cutout. Rout
the back side of the panel
1/4" deep. 7/8" wide
(shaded area).
67 15/16"
Detail B
9 7/16"
12 5/16"
Fresh Food
Panel
19 1/16"
7/8"
Wide
Rout
ZISW36DY (white dispenser)
ZISB36DY (black dispenser)
36" Built-In Refrigerator
• The ZKT36 trim kit provides for the installation of 3/4"
custom door and grille panels, using the standard fulllength handle. Cut panels to size and install.
• For standard dispenser trim: Cut panels to size, rout
the bottom of the upper freezer panel and the top of
the lower freezer panel to allow placement of support
brackets and install (see detail A).
• For custom dispenser trim ZWCD1 kit must be used:
Cut panels to size, refer to detail B for dispenser
cutout routing instructions and install. When a raised
panel design is used, custom width stiles and custom
middle rail is required. A 13-1/2" wide middle rail must
be used because the custom collar trim must be
located within the raised portion of the panel. This
area must be 3/4" thick. See Detail C for raised panel.
Custom Grille Panel
35 1/2"
Over 1/4" Thick (3/4" max) Panel
A
Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation
height.
Installation Height Dimension A
83" 8-1/4"
83-1/2" 8-3/4"
84" 9-1/4"
84-1/2" 9-3/4"
Important:
top of doors and bottom of grille panel.
*3"
Stile
Left
Side
Maintain 1-1/2" min. gap between
Detail C
Raised Panel Design
*2 3/16" Stile
Right Side
A
Hole is
Cut After
Door
Fabrication
A
13 1/2"
Wide
Middle
Rail
Handle
Side
Section AA
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