GE ZIC36NMARH, ZIC36NMASSLH, ZIC36NMASSRH Installation Guide

GE Monogram _

36" Bottom Mount

Refrigerators

Custom

Options Guide

and

Installation

Instructions

With Custom Panel Dimensions

These Monogram refrigerators are
designed to be customized with decorator
door and grille panels. Field installed
panels are required.

Factory installed trim will accommodate

1/4" thick custom panels or optional

Lexan c_and stainless steel panel kits.

Optional trim kits allow an even broader

range of custom appearance options.

Read this booklet carefully to accomplish the

desired appearance and to instwe a trouble free

installation.

This booklet 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 are

included and can be faxed or sent to the

and Trim Kit Installation Instructions

Models:
ZIC36N RH
ZIC36N LH

cabinet manufacturer so that the panels can
be constructed accurately.

Monogram

36" Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Before you begin - Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local inspector's use.

IMPORTANT - 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 Use and Care Book for future reference,

This appliance must be properly grounded. See "Grounding the Refrigerator," page 12.

If you have a question concerning the installation of this
product, call the GE Answer Center _>Consumer
Information Service at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day,
7 days a week.

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

Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the GE Appliance Warranty. See the
Use & Care Guide for warranty information.

Contents Design Information

Flush or Semi-Flush Enclosure Installations ............................................................................................................................... 3

Enclosure Cutout and Product Dimensions ................................................................................................................................. 3

Installation Examples, Between Base & Wall Cabinets ........................................................................................................... 4

Installation at End-of-Run ............................................................................................................................................................... 4

Frameless Cabinets .......................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Accessory Panel Kits ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Models Available .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5

Advance Planning Exterior Appearance Options ....................................................................................................................... 5

Trim Kit Descriptions ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6

WARNINGS:

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose.

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

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or making
repairs,

• Repairs should be made by a qualified service
technician.

For Monogramlocal service in yourarea,
1-800-444-1845.

For Monogramservice in Canada
1-888-880-3030

ForMonogramParts andAccessories,call

1-800-626-2002.

CustomPanel Dimensions

Product andCutout Information ....................................................................................................................................................7

1/4"Thick Custom Panels or Panels Secured to 1/4"thick backing ........................................................................................8

3/4"Thick Panelswith Supplied Handle, ZKTC36Lor ZKTC36R...............................................................................................9

3/4"Thick Panelswith Custom Handle .......................................................................................................................................10

Side Panel or Filler Options ..........................................................................................................................................................11

Installation Instructions...........................................................................................................................................................12-17

Trim Kits

ZGC2 Trim Kit, Grille Panel Frame Adjustment .......................................................................................................................... 18

ZKHC1 Trim Kit (for 1/4" Panels), Support for Custom Handles ......................................................................................... 19-21

ZKTC36L/ZKTC36R Trim Kit, 3/4" Custom Panels .................................................................................................................. 22-27

ZKHTC1 Trim Kit (for 3/4" Panels), Support for Custom Handles ...................................................................................... 28-31

ZKHCSS1 Trim Kit (for 1/4" Panels), Tubular Stainless Steel Handles ............................................................................. 32-35

ZKHTCSS1 Trim Kit (for 3/4" Panels), Tubular Stainless Steel Handles ........................................................................... 36-38

ZFC1 Trim Kit, for side to side installation .................................................................................................................................. 39

Flush or
Semi-Flush
Enclosure
Installations

Design Information

36" Bottom Mollnt Refrigerators

Advance Planning

f

Enclosure
Cutout and
Product
Dimensions

True Flush Installation

In a flush installation,

the refrigerator doors

will align evenly with the

front face of adjacent cabinet

doors. The refrigerator blends

into the surrounding cabinetry.

Monogram built-in refrigerators can be installed flush
with typical 24-3/4" deep cabinetry.

When installed semi-flush, the case trim will conceal
slight gaps around the enclosure. The refrigerator will

project forward approximately 3/4" beyond the front
face of surrounding cabinetry.

In any installation situation, a wide range of appear-
ance options can be accomplished through the use of
one or more trim kits. See trim kit descriptions and
appearance options on page 6.

• To achieve a flush fit the finished cutout width must
be at least 36" wide.

• A semi-flush installation requires 35-1/2" min. finished
cutout width.

• The electrical and water locations must be located as
shown for either type of installation.

Semi-Flush Installation

These refrigerators

can also be installed

semi-flush into an enclosure

using the minimum cutout

width. The case trim creates a

frame around the opening.

Side Panels Requirements:

• Side panels are not required whenever the

refrigerator is installed into an enclosure or between
pantry and oven cabinets.

• Side panels are required whenever the sides of the
refrigerator are exposed.

• Side panel sizes vary depending on the type of
installation being made.

To accomplish an attractive installation, you must:

1. Determine the need for side panels.

2. Determine side panel thickness.

3. Order matching side panels from the cabinet

manufacturer. Be sure to provide the exact dimen-
sions.

",. *FinishedWidth

"7 Area

/ Electrical

"_/_5"

Wall View

24-3/4'_36,,

83q/2" Min
84q/2" Max

841/2"max
831/2"rain

Finished

-24 3/4" Total
Depth

74" FromFloor

to Bottom

of Electrical

Opening

L3 1/2"

*36" Min. for a flush installation

35-1/2" Min. for a semi-flush installation

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. See
installation examples on the following page.

Installation Examples

Design Information

36" Bottom Mount Refrigerators

Installa tion
Between

Base &

Wall Cabinets

Installa tion
A t End-of-Run

Side panels are required whenever the sides of the refrigera-

tor will be exposed.

1/2"to 3/4"side panels are normally set into place and
fastened to adjacent cabinetry or to the back wall before

rolling the refrigerator into the opening.

Flushand Semi-Flush

[_ 1/4" Thick

__SidePanels ! I

FinishedDim.I._ 35q,/2_]

RoughedqnDirn,_36" I

Note: 1/4"thick side panels can be
inserted into the case trim, making the
rough-in the same as the outside trim

width, 36".

Flushand Semi-Flush

Therefore, the rough-in dimensions must allow for side panel

thickness. In both aflush and semi-flush installation, the

finished dimension, (the width ofthe opening after side panels
are installed), must accommodate the full width of the
refrigerator.

See page 11for side panel sizes.

I

Installations

_Refrigerator_

Cabinet _

) Refrigeratordoor \

/"--k.2j/

Cabinet

1/4" Side Panels.Insertendof

side panel into trim

Frameless
Cabinets

Accessory
Panel Kits

II1/2"Th °kII I

Finished Dim, k_36'_

Roughedqn Dim._37"

Note: 1/2"thick side panels shown. Side panels can
be any thickness. Add side panel thickness to outside
trim width (36") to calculate the rough-in dimension.
The leading (front) edge must be finished to match
surrounding cabinetry.

Side panels, 1/2"minimum thickness are required when
using frameless cabinets. The side panel acts as a

spacer between the cabinet and the case trim and

prevents interference with cabinet door swing. The
leading (front) edge mustbe finished to match

surrounding cabinetry.

These refrigerators require field installed door and grille
panels.The factory installed trim will accept accessory
panel kits. White or black Lexan ':_and stainless steel
kits are available. Panels are cut to size and ready to
install. These panel kits must be ordered separately.

Installations

1/2" To 3/4" SidePanels.Leading

EdgeFlush With Cabinet

Refrigerator_4_

Cabinet _

) Refrigeratordoor \

Cad

1/2" To 3/4" SidePanels.Leading

EdgeFlush With Cabinet

Cabinet

/

A wide range of custom appearance options can be
created with optional trim kits. See page 6 for examples
and trim kit descriptions.

ZWBC36, Black Lexan _) Panels
ZWWC36, White Lexan CR)Panels
ZWSC36, Stainless Steel Panels

Design Information

36 " Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Models
available

Advance
planning

exterior
appearance

options

ZIC36N RH

36" wide model with handle on the left side, the door
swings left to right.

These refrigerators are designed to be customized with
decorator door and grille panels. Field installed custom
door and grille panels are required for these models.

Factory installed trim will accommodate 1/4" thick
custom panels, Lexan ® or stainless steel panel kits.

Door and grille panel sizes vary to accommodate the kit
being used. Sizes are provided in this booklet.

Caution: Maximum panel weight for fresh food door is
50 pounds and 30 pounds for freezer drawer panel.

Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the
refrigerator will be exposed. Side panel sizes vary
depending on the installation.

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 8 for panel sizes and

clearances.

ZIC36N LH

36" wide model with handle on the right side, the door
swings right to left.

Youshould:

1.Select the appearance option.

2.Order the trim kit for that option.

3.Order the custom door and grille panels from the
cabinet manufacturer. The exact dimension for each

trim kit application is provided in this booklet, Find

and pull out the page for your application andfax or
send it to the cabinet manufacturer. The cabinet

manufacturer must have this information to con-
struct the panels accurately.

4.Determine the final installation situation and order
matching side panels.

Design Information

36 " Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Trim kit
descriptions

ZGC2 - Provides 1/4" grille panel frame side pieces for
83-1/2" and 84-1/2" installation heights. The supplied
grille panel frame is factory set for 84".

ZKHC1 - Provides the necessary framework to install
custom handles, ofyour choice, onto 1/4" thick panels.

(Handles not included.)

ZKHCSSI - Tubular stainless steel handles for 1/4" thick

panel installations.

ZKHTC1 - Provides the necessary framework to install
custom handles, ofyour choice, onto 3/4" thick panels.

(Handles not included.) This kit must be used in

combination with ZKTC36L or ZKTC36R

ZKHTCSS1 - Tubular stainless steel handles for 3/4"

thick panel installations. This kit must be used in

combination with ZKTC36L or ZKTC36R

ZKTC36L (left opening models),
ZKTC36R (right opening models) - Provides for the

installation of 3/4" thick custom door and grille panels.
This kit provides a standard handle to fit 3/4" thick
panels.

ZFC1 Trim Kit - For side to side installation of 2
refrigerators. This kit provides a trim strip to cover the

side case trim for a finished appearance.

1/4"Panels with standard
handles. No kits required.

3/4"Custompanels with
supplied handle. Trim Kit

ZKTC36L(or ZKTC36R)

1/4" Custom panels with
custom handles. Trim Kit

ZKHC1.

3/4"Custom panels with
custom handles. Trim kits

ZKTC36L (or ZKTC36R)
and ZKHTC1.

1/4"Custom panels with
Tubular Stainless Steel

handles, Trim Kit
ZKHCSS1.

3/4" Custom panels with
Tubular Stainless Steel

handles, Trim Kits

ZKTC36L (or ZKTC36R)
and ZKHTCSSI

SideView

-- 243/4"--

--263/4"

FrontView 103/4"Max

--35"Case 10"Min

• 36"Overall'_

26"

841/2"Max

Custom Panel Dimensions

36 " Bottom Mount Refrigerators

ZIC36N Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Design Information

Designed to be installed flush or semi-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.
Side panels are not required when refrigerator is
installed into an enclosure or between pantry and oven
cabinets. IMPORTANT - Side panels, 1/2" minimum
thickness are required when using FRAMELESS

CABINETS.

• Field installed custom panels, Lexan _ or stainless
steel panels are required. The door panels and grille

panel sizes vary to accommodate the kit being used.

• The supplied toekick is vented and must remain
unobstructed for proper air circulation.

Optional Panel Kits:

• ZWBC36:Black LexanCR_Panel Kit

• ZWWC36:White Lexan_ Panel Kit

• ZWSC36:Stainless Steel Panel Kit

*Finished Width_

Wall View

"7

(not to Scale)

Locate Grounded

Electrical outlet

84 1/2" max

83 1t2" min

Finished

Opening

-- 3 112"

* 36" Min. for a flush installation into an enclosure.

35-1/2" Min. for a semi-flush installation into an enclosure.

Note: Additional cutout width may be required when side panels are
used. Add side panel thickness to the finished cutout width to
calculate rough-in width. See installation examples on page 4.

Within Solid

Area Above

Locate Water

Supply Within

the Shaded

74" From

Floor to

Bottom of

Electrical Area

-3 1/2"

Optional Custom Trim Kits:

• ZKHCI: Forinstallation of a custom handle of your
choice onto 1/4"Panels.

• ZKTC36Lor ZKTC36R:Forinstallation of 3/4"thick
custom panels.

• ZKHTCI: For installation of acustom handle of your
choice onto 3/4"thick panels. (This kit must be used in

combination with ZKTC36Lor ZKTC36R.

• ZKHCSSI: Tubular Stainless Steel handles for 1/4"

thick panels.

• ZKHTCSSI:Tubular Stainless Steel handles for 3/4"

thick panels.

• ZGC2:1/4"grille panel frame side pieces for 83-1/2
and 84-1/2"installation heights. Factory set height is

84".

Additional Specifications

• A 115volt 60Hz.,15or 20amp 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.

• Water line can enter opening through the floor or
back wall. Thewater 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 4" clearance is required on the hinge side for a 90 °
door opening and access to fresh food drawers. A 10"
clearance is required on the hinge side for removal of
pans.

Custom Panel Dimensions

36" Bottom Mount Refrigerators

Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim

1/4"thick panels

or

Panels secured to 1/4"thick backing

"1" 35-1t16'_

Fresh Food Panel

Freezer Panel

.I 35 118"

45 1/2"

21 11/16"

ZIC36N Bottom Mount Refrigerator

• 1/4"Panels: Cut panels to size.

• Custom handles with 1/4"door panels require Trim kits
ZKHC1or ZKHCSS1for tubular stainless steel

handles).

Standard Trim with Panels secured

to I/4" thick backing

• Applying a raised panel design to a 1/4" thick backing
(screws or glued): Cut 1/4" thick panels to size. On the
fresh food door, fabricate the raised panel to permit at
least 2" fingertip clearance of the standard handle. 1-
1/4" clearance from the hinge side to avoid striking
adjacent cabinetry and 5/16" from the top and bottom
edges to allow for the trim flange. For the freezer
drawer, allow 2" clearance at the top handle end and
5/16" clearance on both sides and the bottom edge to
allow for trim flange.

Note: ZKHTC1 custom handle kit cannot be used in

this configuration.

Custom Grille Panel

35 1t8"

1/4" Thick Panel

Raised Panel on 1/4" Thick Backing

Using Standard Handles

7 LAppeorance

Backing I I Panel

LLJ

5116" Clearance

Fresh Food Panel

_ 5/16" Clearance

• /

2" Clearance
Handle End

Freezer Panel

5/16" Clearance

The grille panel frame is factory assembled for 84"
installation height. If installation height varies, order

ZGC2 trim kit that provides optional side trim pieces.
Cut grille panel to sizes shown below.

Installation Height Panel Height

83-1/2" 7-1/2"
84-1/2" 8-1/2"

1-1/4"
Clearance

hinge side

Custom Panel Dimensions

36 " Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Custom Door Panel Dimensions

Using Trim KitsZKTC36Lor ZKTC36R

314"thick panel with kit supplied handle

75 -1t16" _1" [

45-9tl 6"

Fresh Food Panel

Freezer Panel

ZIS36N Bottom Mount Refrigerator

• The ZKTC36L (or ZKTC36R) trim kit provides for the
installation of 3/4" thick custom door and grille panels,
using the supplied handle. Cut panels to size and

install.

Custom Grille Panel

35 1/4"

A 3/4" Thick Panel

Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation
height.

Installation Height Dimension A

83-112" 7-314"

84" 8-I/4"

84-I/2" 8-3/4"

Important: Maintain 1-1/2" min. gap between
top of door and bottom of grille panel.

Custom Panel Dimensions

36 " Bottom Mount Re_'igerators

Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim

Using Trim KitZKTC36Lor ZKTC36R

3/4"thick panel

with custom handle

"[- 35 114"

Fresh Food Panel

Freezer Panel 21 13/16"

4

35 114 "

Rout paneHsto specification bellow on

the handHe side of each paneH

45 9/16"

_1/4" max

ZIC36N Bottom Mount Refrigerator

• The ZKTC36L (or ZKTC36R) trim kit installed together

with a ZKHTC1 custom handle kit provides for the

installation of 3/4" thick custom door and grille panels

with a custom handle of your choice. Order

ZKHTCSS1 for tubular stainless steel handles. Cut
panels to size, rout the handle side of the panels as

shown below and install.

t

1/4"

FFlax

1 13116" 1

'<" _\ Freezer

Fresh Food Door Face Door

Custom GriHHePanel

35 1t4"

_r

A 3/4" Thick Panel

A=

Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation

height.

Installation Height Dimension A

83-I12" 7-3/4"

84" 8-1/4"

84-1/2" 8-3/4"

Important: Maintain 1-1/2" min. gap between
top of door and bottom of grille panel.

Face

10

Side Panel or Filler Options

(Notto scale)

Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the

refrigerator will be exposed.

Custom Panel Dimensions

36 " Bottom Mount Refrigerators

1/4" Side Panels
Insertend of
side panel intotrim.

\

84"

/

Standar A,,,="

d-, mgh toekick or trimto fit.

Heightmayvarydepending onapplication.

_23 9/16"_

_23 5/16"_

1/2"to 3/4" Side Panels
Leading Edge

Flushwith Cabinet
Front.The front or
leading edgemustbe

finished to match
cabinetry.

Standar A,,,-"

d-, mgh toekick or trimto fit.

Heightmayvarydepending onapplication.

24 3/4"_

3 3/4"

1/2"to 3/4"Side Panels
Recessedfront edge.

84"

Standard4" hightoekick or trim to fit.
Heightmay varydepending onapplication.

2 5/16"

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Installation

36" Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Tools

Required

Materials
Required

Hardware
Supplied

Flooring

Grounding
the

Refrigerator

• Tinsnips to cut banding

• Stepladder

• Bucket

• Level

• Appliance Hand Truck

• Tubing cutter

• Water shut-off valve (optional but recommended)

• Water filter WR97X0214 (optional but recommended)

• Custom panels for fresh food, freezer drawer, grille
panel

• 1-1/2"stamped open-end wrench

• Special Velcro adhesive strips for 1/4"side panels

• 1/4-1/4 union with nuts

For proper installation, this refrigerator 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

IMPORTANT- (Please read carefully)

FORPERSONALSAFETY,THISAPPLIANCEMUST BE
PROPERLYGROUNDED.

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.

• 7/16"open-end wrench

• #2Phillips screwdriver

• Stubby Phillips
screwdriver

• Drill and appropriate bits

• 7/16" socket with 3"
extension for ratchet

• Safety glasses

• Side panels

• Hardware for side panel installation.

• 36"long 2x4for Anti-Tip support

• Anti-Tip Mounting Brackets

CAUTION: Protect the finish of the flooring. Cut a large
section of the cardboard carton and place under the

refrigerator where you are working.

CAUTION:Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a
wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance

unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and
the wall outlet is grounded through the house wiring,

Youshould have the circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to makesure the outlet is properly
grounded.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter,
always hold the adapter in place with one hand and
pulling the power cord with the other hand. If this is not
done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break
with repeated use

Should the adapter ground terminal break, DO NOT USE
the appliance until a proper ground has again been

established.

DONOT,UNDERANY
CIRCUMSTANCES,CUT
ORREMOVETHETHIRD
(GROUND)PRONG

FROMTHEPOWERCORD.

Use of Adapter plug
Because of potential hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug.
However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where
local codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION, may
be made to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by
use of a UL listed adapter available at most hardware

stores

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the
larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in

the connection of the power cord

Useof [xtension Cords
Because of potential safety hazards under certain

conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of
an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an
extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL
listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord
having agrounding type plug and outlet andthat the
electrical rating of the cord be 15amperes (minimum)

and 120volts.

12

Installation

36 " Bottom Mollnt Refrigerator

Step 1

Remove

Packaging

Step 2
Install

Water Line

CAUTION: Refrigerator is much heavier at the top than
at the bottom - be careful when moving. When using a

hand truck, handle from side only.

• Remove outer carton.

- Carefully cut banding at the top and bottom.

• 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!

• To remove skid, remove the four 7/16" bolts and their
brackets.

CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ROLL UNIT OFF SKID.

• There are support blocks on the bottom of the cabinet
and door. They must be removed before sliding unit off

skid or damage will occur.

• Carefully, tilt cabinet and slide blocks out from
beneath cabinet, slide unit off skid.

• Remove toekick from the fresh food compartment, set
aside for later installation.

• A cold water supply is required for automatic
icemaker operation. The water pressure must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i.

7/16" Bolt

S

• Route 1/4" OD copper tubing between house cold
water line and the water connection location.

• Copper tubing should be long enough to extend to the
front of the refrigerator. Allow enough to accommo-
date bend leading into the water valve.

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.

NOTE: It is best to install the valve into a vertical water
pipe. If you install the valve into a horizontal water pipe,

make the connection at the top or side, rather than at
the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from the
water pipe.

• Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe.

• Fasten the shut-off valve to the pipe with pipe clamp.

• Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell. Do not over tighten.

• Place a compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the
end of the tubing and connect it to the shut-off valve.
Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve
and ferrule is tightened.

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

valve.

j Floor

CopperTubingJ

SaddleType

'Inlet End

ShutoffValve

Packing[

)ression Nut

Outlet Valve

Ferrule
(Sleeve)

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

codes.

• Install optional water filter in the water line near the
refrigerator. A water filter is recommended in areas
where water supply contains sand or particles.
Installation instructions are packed with the filter.

13

Installation

30" Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Step 3
Install

Side Panels

• Side panels are not required when the refrigerator is
installed into an enclosure. Skip this step if you are
installing into an enclosure.

• Side panels are required whenever the sides of the
refrigerator will be exposed and when installed
between frameless cabinets. See pages 3 and 4.

• Side panel installation will be determined by the
design of the side panel you have previously chosen.

• Side panels must be installed plumb.

Illustration A

Cabinet

1/4" Side panels - Insert end of side panel into case

trim. Fasten with Velcro strips provided.

Illustration C I

• If you choose to use 1/4" side panels, they should be
inserted into the case trim as illustrated. Fasten the

panels to the refrigerator with Velcro strips (provided)
before setting refrigerator in place. See illustration A.

• 1/2" to 3/4" side panels are normally set into place and
fastened to adjacent cabinetry or the back wall before
rolling the refrigerator into the opening. See illustra-

tions B and C.

Illustration B

1/2" to 3/4" Side Panels - Leading edge of side panel is
flush with cabinet front. Fasten to the back wall using a

cleat.

Ref_igerator_

Cabinet _

Refrigerator door \

1/2" to 3/4" Side Panels - Recessed front edge of side
panel. Fasten to adjacent cabinet.

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Installation

36 " Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Step 4
Install

Anti-Tip
Brackets

ANTI-TIP PRECAUTIONS

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

• Mount brackets provided using #12 or #14 wood

screws located 83-1/2" from the finished floor.

• Screws must protrude at least one inch into vertical
wall studs.

• Attach a 36" long 2x4 block to brackets as shown.

Note: If you are installing under a soffit, attach brackets to

wood block before mounting the brackets to the rear wall.

Roll Refrigerator Into Opening

• Gently push refrigerator into opening with hands

against front corners. The cardboard protective pad
should be beneath the refrigerator.

• Roll refrigerator into the opening until it is flush or

semi-flush with adjacent cabinets.

Important Note: If your installation situation does not allow

enough height for this method of security, use step 6as an
alternate. The refrigerator must be secured to prevent

tipping.

2x4

Block 83-1/2"

36"Wide Fromfloor

tobottom

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83-1/4"FromFloor

Wood ScrewsMountedinto
VerticalWoodStuds

Step 5
Level

Refrigerator

Step 6
Optional
Anti-Tip

Precaution

All models have 4-point leveling. The front is supported
by leveling legs, the rear is supported by wheels.

• Adjust rear wheels beneath the refrigerator to just
barely touch the 2x4 block.

• Turn the 7/16" hex nut located above the front wheels.
Turn to raise or lower the refrigerator.

• For front leveling legs, use the 1-1/2" open-end
wrench (provided).

• Adjust carefully, the refrigerator should be level and
plumb with cabinetry, and should align with toekick
height.

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Note: Whenever possible, / II
perform this step for

additional anti-tip
security.This step can be
used as an alternate to Step
4,Anti-Tip bracket installa-

tion, whenever brackets
cannot be used.

When using 1/2" to 3/4" side panels, the front flange of
the case trim is attached to the side panel.

• Open fresh food door to access case trim.

• Drill hole in trim slightly below fresh food opening.

Drive screw through the trim and into the side panel.

• Follow the same procedure on the opposite side.

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If refrigerator is installed between cabinets with no
side panels or in a custom enclosure, install a spacer

block as shown.

• Open fresh food door to access case trim.

• Drill hole in trim slightly below fresh food opening and
drive screw through the trim and into the spacer

block.

• Follow the same procedure on the opposite side.

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Door

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Installation

36" Bottom ]_[ount Refriserator

Step 7

Connect

Water

Supply

Step 8
Install 1/4"

door panels

Check to be sure that refrigerator power cord is not

plugged into the wall outlet.

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

• The copper tubing should bejust long enough to
reach the coupling. Excess tubing length could interfer

with drawer closing or toekick installation.

• Slip a 1/4-1/4 union nut (provided) over both ends of
the copper tubing at the right front leg of the refrigera-

tor and couple the lines.

• Turn on the water to check for leaks.

If you are using 3/4" thick custom panels, SKIP THIS

STER See Custom Panel Dimensions pages for panel
sizes with ZKTC36L or ZKTC36R trim kit and other kits.

Refer to trim kit installation instructions in this booklet.

Fresh food door panel:

• Open door to 90° stop. Remove the Phillips head
screws from the aluminum trim door handle.

• Remove handle. Retain all screws.

• Slide custom panel into the door trim.

• Replace door handles and secure with original
screws.

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Freezer drawer panel:

• Slide freezer drawer out about half way.

• Remove the Phillips head screws from the aluminum

trim door handle.

• Lift off handle. Retain screws.

• Slide custom panel into
the drawer trim.

• Replace the drawer handle
and secure with

original screws.

Remove

4 Screws

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Installation

36 " Bottom Mount Refrigerator

Step 9
Connect

power

Step 10
Mount

Top Grille

Panel

• Connect refrigerator power cord plug to a properly

grounded receptacle, accessible through the top left
side of the grille opening.

• Check to make sure power to refrigerator is on by
opening refrigerator door to see if interior lights are

Oil,

If you are using 3/4" thick custom panels, SKIP THIS
STEP. See Dimensions and Specifications for grille
panel sizes. Order ZKTC36L or ZKTC36R and follow the
installation instructions packed with the kit.

The grille panel frame is factory assembled for an 84"
installation height. If installation height varies, order
ZGC2trim kitwhich provides optional side trim pieces
for 83-1/3"and 84-112"heights.

Cut1/4"thick custom panel to fit the frame,
35-1/8"wide, 8" deep (for an 84" installation).

• For shipping purposes, the top case trim is secured at

84" installation height and must be adjusted.

To raise case trim to 84-1/2" or to lower to 83-1/2"
installation height:

• Loosen 2 screws on both sides and raise the top or

lower case trim to meet soffit height or to the top of
adjacent cabinets.

• Tighten all 4 screws.

Step 11
Install

Toekick

To insert custom grille panel into the frame:

• Remove screws (2 on each top corner) and "L"

brackets on each side.

• Slide panel into the frame and reassemble.

• Mount the grille panel by dropping into slots on the

case trim.

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Important Maintain lq/2 r'rain.gap between top of doors and
bottom of panelframe.

• A standard toekick is supplied. Install with 2 screws
provided, adjust to desired height and tighten screws.

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

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This kit provides optional side trim pieces for the

original grille panel frame to fit 83-1/2" and 84-1/2"

installation heights.

To change grille panel size:

• Determine the installation height by measuring the

enclosure from the floor to the underside of soffit.

When there is no soffit, measure to the top of the

adjacent cabinets.

• Adjust refrigerator case trim to desired height. See

Product Installation.

• Select the side trim pieces for your installation height.

A. Locate original grille panel frame supplied with the

refrigerator.

• Remove 8 screws (two on each corner) and "L"

brackets as illustrated.

B. Select correct set of side trim pieces (2 sets

provided).

• Secure new side trim pieces to original bottom trim.

ZGC2 Trim Kit

Grille panel frame adj'ustnmnt

E.Mount the assembled panel by dropping into slots on

the case trim.

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C. Remove barrel nuts from original side trim pieces (2

each side).

• Reinstall the barrel nuts on the new side trim pieces
you have selected. Discard original side trim.

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D. Slide custom panel into front slots.

• Secure the top trim piece to the frame with "L"

brackets and screws.

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Important: Maintain 1-1/2" rain. gap between top of door

and bottom of grille panel.

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ZKHC 1 Trim Kit (for 1/4" Panels)

Support for custom hanclles

Tools and materials required: Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these

• #2 Phillips screwdriver instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand

• Drill and appropriate bits models.

• Custom door panels

• Custom Handles

• Safety glasses

Step 1

Remove

handles

Parts List:
A. Fresh food door extrusion (for left hand models) __ __
B. Fresh food door extrusion (for right hand models) _ _ __-_-_____ -_

C. Freezer drawer extrusion __.____._.___
This kit provides the necessary framework to install -_-_-_ "_-----.__--__ __----.-_

panels. (Handles not included.) The extrusions in this kit _ _ [
allow the custom handles to be secured to the door _. _--j.._

structure, rather than the door panels. -"_J"

• Select fresh food extrusion for your model, discard

other fresh food extrusion.

Fresh food door:

• Open door to 90°. Remove the screws from the full

length aluminum handle.

• Retain screws. Discard handle.

Freezer drawer:

• Slide the freezer drawer open, about half way.

• Remove screws from the full-width aluminum handle.

Retain screws. Discard handle.

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Step 2
Locate

handle

positions

ZKHC 1 Trim Kit (for 1/4" Panels)

Support for custom handles

3/4" Min.
1-1/2"Max.

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Freshfood door:

• Slide custom panel into the door trim.

• Temporarily secure the new handle extrusion to the
door using at least 2 screws.

• The custom handles must be located 3/4"to 1-1/2"
from the edge of the extrusion.

• Determine the desired location of the custom handle
andmark centerlines of the screw holes.

• Drill 1/16"pilot holethrough the panel until it starts
into the aluminum extrusion. This will markthe

matching location for drilling the clearance hole when
assembling the handle, panel and extrusion.

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Freezerdrawer:

• Slide custom panel into the freezer drawer trim.

• Temporarily secure the new handle extrusion to the
drawer using at least 2screws.

• The handle must be located 3/4"to 1-1/2"from the
edge of theextrusion.

• Determine the location of the custom handle and
carefully mark centerlines of the screw holes.

• Drill 1/16"pilot hole through the panel until it starts
into the aluminum extrusion. This will mark the

matching location for drilling clearance holes when
assembling the handle, panel and extrusion.

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Step 3
Assemble

panel,

extrusion and
handle

Decorator_ / ]
DoorPanel

_Extrusion

ZKHC 1 Trim Kit (for 1/4" Panels)

Support for custom handles

sc:wI

Decorator
Door_/

Panel

Handle _

3/4" Min.
1-1/2"Max.

Install

4 Screws

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Freshfood door: Freezerdrawer:

• Removethe door extrusion and custom panel. • Removethe handle extrusion and panel.

• Drill 1/16"pilot holethrough extrusion. • Drill 1/16"pilot holethrough extrusion.

• Drill clearance holes through the panel and extrusion. • Drill clearance holes through the panel andextrusion.

• Assemble the door panel, extrusion and custom handle. "Assemble the door panel, extrusion and custom

• Install screw(s) long enough to pass through the handle.
extrusion, door panel and into the handle. • Install screws(s) long enough to pass through the

• Slide the assembly into the door frame until the new extrusion, door panel and into the handle.
extrusion fits firmly against the steel door. • Slide the assembly into the drawer trim until the new

• Reinstall original screws into the door extrusion, extrusion fits firmly against the steel drawer.

• Reinstall original screws into the extrusion.

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ZKTC36L/ZKTC36R Trim Kit

3/4 " Custom Pm_eIs

Kit Contents

Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these
instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand

models.

Tools and materials
required:

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• Drill and appropriate
bits

• Custom door panels

• Putty knife

• Safety glasses

Parts List

A. Top trim
B. Fresh Food Handle

C. Hinge side trim
D Bottom trim

E. Freezer Handle
F.Side Trim

G. Side Trim
H. Bottom trim

I. Support brackets for

custom panels

J. 4-3/8" screws for

support brackets

(20)

K. Grille support

panel and screws

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(6)

L. Wood screws #6

1/2" flat head
screws (30)

This kit provides for the installation of 3/4" thick custom
door and grille panels. Handles are included and must
replace the supplied handles.

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Note: If you are using
custom handles, see
ZKHTC1 installation

instructions. Fortubular
stainless steel handles, see

ZKHTCSS1 installation
instructions.

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ZKTC36L/ZKTC36R Trim Kit

3/4" Custom PaneIs

Step 1

Remove

handles
and trim

Fresh food door:

• Open door to 90°

• Remove the Phillips head screws from the full length

handle, remove handle.

• Open the door fully to stop.

• Remove the screws from the aluminum trim, top
bottom, hinge and handle side.

• Retain screws. Discard original trim and handle.

Freezer drawer:

• Slide the drawer fully open,

• Lift out top and bottom freezer
baskets

• There are 2 sets of 4 screws on
the inside of the drawer door

Insert putty knife behind screw

cover and snap off Retain screw
covers.

• Loosen all screws.

• Carefully, lift off entire drawer
door.

• Place door on a protected surface,
front side down. Take care not to

bend switch plate on the bottom of
the door.

• Remove light switch plate by
backing out 3 Phillips head
screws. Retain switch plate and

screws.

• Turn the drawer over, front side
up. Remove trim on both sides,

bottom and handle. Retain all ..
screws. _'

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Draw, Slides

Inside Freezer Drawer

/ AttachmentScrews/

Light Switch Plate

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Front Face Freezer Drawer

Light Switch Plate

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ZKTC36L/ZKTC36R Trim Kit

3/4" Custom Panels

Step 2
Install

3/4" trim

Fresh Food Door:

• Attach the new 3/4" trim pieces on the top, hinge side

and bottom using original screws.

Freezer Drawer:

• Attach the new 3/4" trim pieces on the bottom and
both sides,

Front FaceFreezer Drawer

Step 3
Apply panel

support
brackets

• Position support bracket on the back side of the fresh
food panel, 14-5116" from the hinge side. Secure
support bracket to panel with screws provided.

• Position support bracket on the back side of the
freezer drawer panel, 14-5/16" from the right side.
Secure support bracket to panel with screws
provided.

1 i t 1

BackSideFreshFoodPanel

Hin(

Side

Bottom Edge

BackSideFreezerDrawerPanel

_-144/16"_ BottomEdge

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Step 4
Install

panels

Fresh Food Panel:

• Place the 3/4" thick panel on the bottom trim with

support bracket tabs inserted into slots. Push the
panel back against the steel door, flush with hinge

side trim.

• Open the door fully.

• Carefully drill 4 starter holes using a small drill bit,
through the backside of the trim at the top.

• Install original screws through the trim and into the
panel to secure the panel to the door.

• Drill 4 starter holes through the hinge side and 4
through the bottom trim. Install original screws.

Freezer panel:

• Place the 3/4" thick panel onto the door with the
support bracket tabs inserted into slots. The sides of
the panel should be flush with trim on both sides•

• Turn door over, panel side down. Attach the panel to
the sides and bottom by installing screws through the
back of the trim and into the wood panel.

• Reinstall light switch plate to the bottom trim with
original screws.

ZKTC36L/ZKTC36R Trim Kit

3/4 " Custonl Propels

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Insert support bracket tabs

into slots on bottom trim

Inside Freezer Drawer

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Light Switch Plate

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ZKTC36L/ZKTC36R Trim Kit

3/4 " C'tlstom P_nels

Step 5
Install

handles

Step 6
Adjust

grille

panel height

• Install new fresh food door handle using original
screws.

• Place assembled drawer door onto freezer slides.

• Tighten screws and snap on screw covers.

• Install new freezer drawer handle with original
screws.

• For shipping purposes, the top case trim is secured at
the 84" installation height.

• Loosen 2 screws on both sides of the case trim and
raise or lower trim to meet soffit height, from 83-1/2" to

84-1/2".

• Tighten all 4 screws.

Important: Maintain 1-1/2" rain. gap between top of door
and bottom of grille panel.

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Installation

Height

Install

4Screws

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Step 7
Secure 3/4"

panel to
grille panel

support

• Secure the grille panel support to the back side of the
3/4" custom panel with #6 screws.

• Be sure the lip of the support is over the top of the
wood panel.

Panel Support

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ZKTC36L/ZKTC36R Trim Kit

3/4 " Custom Pm_eIs

Step 8
Install

grille panel

• Install four of the six larger undercut screw so that the
top of the screws are 1/16" from the surface of the
support

• Attach the assembled panel to the refrigerator by
inserting the four protruding screws into the brackets
on each side of the grille opening

1 1/16"

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ZKHTC1 Trim Kit (For 3/4" Panels)

Support For CIIStOlll H;_nclles

Kit Contents

Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these
instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand

models.

Toolsandmaterials required:

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• Drill and appropriate bits

• Customdoor panels

• Custom handles

• Safety glasses

Note:This kit must be used in combination with ZKTC36L
or ZKTC36R trim kit for 3/4" panel trim.

Part List:
A. Fresh food handle extrusion (for left hand models)

B. Fresh food handle extrusion (for right hand models)
C.Freezer drawer extrusion

This kit provides the necessary framework to install
custom handles, ofyour choice, onto 3/4" thick

decorator door panels. (Handles not included.) The
door extrusions allow the custom handles to be

secured to the door structure, rather than the door
panels.

• Select fresh food handle extrusion for your model,
discard other fresh food extrusion.

Before

you begin

3/4" custom door panels must be routed to accommo-
date these door handle extrusions. Rout the panels as

illustrated, 1/4" deep, and 1-13/16" wide on the handle
side of the fresh food panel and the top end of the
freezer panel.

Refer to installation instructions for ZKTC36L or
ZKTC36R trim kit for 3/4" custom panels:

• Follow Step 1 to remove the standard aluminum trim.

• Follow Steps 2 and 3 to attach new 3/4" trim pieces
and to install panel support brackets.

FreshFoodPanel

BackSide

Handb Side

Caution: Optimal final appearance depends on careful
routing depth. Do not exceed 1/4" routing depth

FreezerDrawerPanel

Handb
End

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Step 1

Temporarily

mount door
pane_

Freshfood door:

• Place the prepared 3/4"custom door panels on the
bottom trim with support bracket tabs inserted into trim

slots.

• Push the panel back against the steel door, making
sure the panel isflush with the hinge side trim.

• Secure the panel to the trim temporarily by driving 2
screws through the backside of the trim at the top.

• Slide the handle extrusion in between the panel and
steel door.

• Temporarily secure the extrusion to the door with 2
screws.

Note: The freezer drawer door should be removed as shown
in the installation instructions for the ZKTC36kit. Follow the

instructions in Step 1to remove the door.

ZKHTC1 Trim Kit (For 3/4" Panels)

Support for CIIStOlll H;_nclles

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Insert support bracket tabs

into slots on bottom trim

Inside FreezerDrawer

Freezerdrawer:

• Place the prepared 3/4"custom panel on the bottom
trim with support bracket tabs inserted into the trim
slots. The panel should be flush with trim on both sides.

• Secure the panel to the trim temporarily by driving one
screw through the back side of each side trim.

• Temporarily mount the assembled drawer door onto the
drawer slides. This will help to determine the handle

location.

Caution: Be careful not to bend light switch plate on the
bottom of the door.

• Slide the handle extrusion in between the panel and
steel door.

• Temporarily secure the extrusion to the door with 2
screws.

Install

2 Screws

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ZKHTC1 Trim Kit (For 3/4" Panels)

Support for Ctlstonl H;_ndles

Step 2
Locate

position
of handles

Freshfood door:

• Determine the location of the custom handles
andcarefully mark centerlines of the screw

holes.The handles must be located 3/4"to
1-1/2"from the edge of the extrusion.

• Drill 1/16"pilot holethrough the panel until it
starts into the aluminum extrusion. This will

mark the matching location for drilling a

clearance hole when assembling the
extrusion, panel and handle.

FreezerDrawer:

• Follow the same procedures as forthe fresh

food door.

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Step 3
Assemble

panel,
extrusion and

handle

Freshfooddoor:

• Removethe handle extrusion, the 2 temporary
screws and custom panel.

• Drill 1/16"pilot holethrough extrusion.

• Drill clearance holes through the panel and

extrusion.

•Assemble the panel, extrusion and custom handle.

• Install screw(s) long enough to pass through the

extrusion, door panel and into the handle.

Freezerdrawer:

• Removethe handle extrusion and entire assembled

drawer door.

• Remove panel from drawer door.

• Drill clearance holes through the panel and

extrusion.

•Assemble the panel, extrusion and custom handle.

• Install screw(s) long enough to pass through the

extrusion, door panel and into the handle.

Screw\

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Step 4

Mount

assembled

panels

ZKHTC1 Trim Kit (For 3/4" Panels)

Support for CIIStOlll H;_ndles

Install
4Screws

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Fresh food door:

• Place assembled panel onto the bottom trim with

support bracket tabs inserted into slots.

• Push the panel back against the steel door with
handle extrusion flush to handle side of the door.

• Open door fully to stop.

• Install original screws at the top, hinge side and
handle side.

Freezer drawer:

• Mount assembled door with panel onto freezer slides.

• Install original screws along the top handle extrusion.

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ZKHCSS1 Trim Kit (For 1/4" Panels)

TubuMr Stainless Steel H;_ndles

Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these
instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand

models.

Note: It is best that 2 people install this kit.

Tools and materials required:

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• Drill and appropriate bits

• Custom door & drawer panels

• Safety glasses

• Center punch

• Masking tape

• Hammer

• Pencil

• 1/2" thick 12"x 12" min. piece of plywood to protect
floor when drilling

• For stainless steel panels, wear gloves to protect

against sharp edges.

Parts List:

A. Handle extrusion (for left hand models)

B. Handle extrusion (for right hand models)

C. Freezer handle extrusion.

D. Fresh food and freezer door handles
E.6 Spacer rings (for Stainless Panels ONLY)

(4 required, 2 extra)

F.4 Handle standoffs

G. 6 Screws for mounting handle standoffs

(4 required, 2 extra)

H. 6 Set screws (4 required, 2 extra)
I. 3/32" Allen wrench for set screws

This kit provides for the installation of Stainless Steel
handles on 1/4" thick decorator door panels. The door

extrusions allow these custom handles to be secured
to the door structure, rather than to the custom panels.

• Select fresh food extrusion for your model, discard
other fresh food extrusion.

Step 1
Remove

handles

Fresh food door:

•Open fresh food door to 90°. Remove the
screws from the full-length handle.

• Retain screws, discard handle.

Freezer drawer:

• Slide the drawer open about half way.

• Carefully remove the Phillips head screws

from the top trim. Lift off handle.

• Retain screws, discard handle.

Remove

4Screws

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ZKHCSS1 Trim Kit (For 1/4" Panels)

TubuMr Stainless Steel H;_nclles

Step 2
Match

handle
extrusions
to handle

See Step 2A
for Stainless

Steel panels

• Cut a piece of corrugated to use as a pad to protect
the panel finish. Use 1/2" thick section of plywood to
protect flooring when drilling.

• Place custom panels on the pad, appearance side
down.

Fresh food door:

• On the back side of the panel - at the handle side,
measure and mark 1/4" below the top edge of the
panel with a pencil.

• Slip panels into new extrusion on the handle side of
the panels.

• Align the extrusion at the pencil mark, 1/4" below the
top of the panel.

• Tape the extrusion to the panel to prevent movement.

• Center punch and drill 1/8" pilot holes through the
holes in the extrusion and into the panel.

• Turn panel over. On the appearance side, use 9/32" bit
to enlarge clearance hole.

Freezer drawer:

• Lay panel on the pad, appearance side down.

• Slip panel into the new extrusion on the handle end.

• The panel should be even with both ends of the
extrusion. Tape panel to extrusion to prevent

movement.

• Center punch and drill 1/8" pilot holes through the
holes in the extrusion and into the panel.

• Turn panel over. On the appearance side, use 9/32" bit
to enlarge clearance hole.

CAUTION: Hole locations must be exact to accept handle
standoff and handle assembly.

Decorator
Uoor_/

Panel

_j_Extrusion

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ZKHCSS1 Trim Kit (For 1/4" Panels)

Tubular Stainless Steel H;_nctles

Step 2A

Step 3
Install

standoffs
onto handles

If you are installing these handles onto Stainless
Steel Panels:

Use extreme caution if you are drilling through
stainless steel panels. Stainless steel panels must be
handled gently. Do not kneel on stainless steel panels.
It will leave a permanent dent, Do not remove protec-
tive plastic covering until final installation.

Freshfooddoor:

• Place supplied filler panel (corrugated) on floor to use

as a pad.

• Onthe back side of the panel - at the handle side,
measure and mark 1/4"below the top edge ofthe
panel.

• Slip panel into the new extrusion, flush against inner
edge, on the handle side.

• Align extrusion to pencil mark as shown in Step 2.
Mark each screw hole location with pencil.

• Place a handle standoff onto attachment posts along
the handle. Position the set screw hole on the

standoff to point to the floor.

• Install set screws into the bottom of each standoff,
using the Allen wrench provided. The standoff should
be tight against the handle.

• Tape extrusion to panel to prevent movement.

• Place panel on plywood section, appearance side
down. Be sure plywood is clean without nicks and

burrs. Center punch at each screw hole location.

• Drill 1/8"pilot hole. Use 9/32" bit to enlarge clearance
hole.

• Measure and cut a 2"wide strip, top to bottom off the
corrugated panels. This will allow roomfor spacer
rings between the stainless panel and extrusion.

Freezerdrawer:

• Place supplied filler panel (corrugated) on floor to use
as a pad.

• Onthe back side of the panel - at the handle end,
slip panel into the new extrusion, even end to end.

• Mark each screw hole location with pencil.

• Follow the same procedure as for fresh food door.

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_Screw

Wrench

Step 4
Install

handles
and panels

See Step 4A
for stainless

steel panels

Freshfood door:

• Slide panel into the door trim. Leave about 4"of the
panel exposed to allow room to install the handle

extrusion.

• Place extrusion onto the back side of the panel, install
mounting screws through the extrusion andjust
through the panel.

• Drive screw part way through the top standoff, then
part way through the bottom standoff.

• Drive both screws until the handle is tight against the
panel.

• Removetape.

• Slide the assembled panel into the door trim until the
extrusion fits firmly against the steel door. Reinstall
original screws into the extrusion.

Freezerdrawer:

• Slide panel into the drawer trim. Leave about 4" of the
panel exposed to allow room to install the handle

extrusion.

• Place extrusion onto the panel, install mounting
screws through the extrusion andjust through the
panel.

• Drive screw part way through one standoff, then part
way through the other standoff.

• Drive both screws until the handle is tight against the
panel.

• Removetape.

• Slide the assembled panel down until the extrusion
fits firmly against the top of the drawer. Reinstall
original screws into the extrusion.

L/De c Screw

orator 1

DoorPanel

-.,_ Handle

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Step 4A
Install

handles and

panels

ZKHCSS1 Trim Kit (For 1/4" Panels)

Tubulnr Stainless Steel Hnndles

L _J

Handle_])

• Crimp top and bottom edges of corrugated.

• Slide corrugated into door and drawer trim. Leave
about 1/4" gap between edge of corrugated and
hinge side trim of the door and 1/4" gap above bottom

trim of the drawer.

Note: Panels have a protective plastic covering. Peel
away just enough to allow panel to slide into trim and to

clear handle mounting screws. The plastic covering will
keep the panels clean during the installation process.

Be sure to maintain 1/4" gap between corrugated and
hinge side or bottom trim.

Fresh food door:

• Slide panels into the door trim. Leave about 4" of the
panel exposed to allow room to install the handle

extrusion.

• Place a spacer ring over each of the 2 screw holes
on the extrusion. Use tape to hold in place.

Raised Panel on 1/4" Thick Backing:

A raised panel design secured to a 1/4"thick backing
(screwed or glued) can be used with this handle kit.

• Cut the 1/4" thick panels to size.

• Fabricate the raised panel to allow 1-1/4" clearance
from the hinge side of the fresh food panel to avoid
striking adjacent cabinetry.

• Allow 5/16" clearance at the other edges to allow for
the trim flange.

• Total panel thickness should not exceed 3/4".

• Countertops adjacent to the refrigerator installation
should be mitered 45°

Note: Longer Screws, obtained locally, will be required to
accommodate panel thickness. Use stainless steel

#10-32x1-1/4" truss Phillips head screws.

• Place extrusion onto panel. Use a pencil to punch
hole in tape covering spacer rings and align with

screw holes.

• Install mounting screws through the extrusion and
panel.

• Drive screw part way through the top standoff, then
part way through the bottom standoff.

• Drive both screws until the handles are tight against
the panel.

• Slide the assembly into the door trim until the
extrusion fits firmly against the steel door.

• Reinstall original screws into the door extrusion.

Freezer drawer:

• Follow the same procedure to install spacer ring,
mounting screws and handle to extrusion as de-
scribed for fresh food panel.

• Slide the assembly down into the door trim until the
extrusion fits firmly against the steel drawer.

• Reinstall original screws into the door extrusion.

RaisedPanelon 1/4"ThickBacking

UsingStandardHandles

1/4"

Thick

Backing

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5/16"

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ZKHTCSS1 for 3/4" panels

Tubular Stainless Steel H;mdles

Kit
Contents

Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these
instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand

models.

This kit provides for the installation of Stainless Steel
handles on 3/4" thick decorator door panels. The door

extrusions allow these custom handles to be secured
to the door structure, rather than to the custom panels.

• Select fresh food extrusion for your model, discard
other fresh food extrusion.

Tools and materials required:

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• Drill and 118",9/32" bits

• Custom door panels

• Safety glasses

• Center punch

• Masking tape

• Hammer

• Pencil

Parts list:
A. Handle extrusion (for left hand models)
B. Handle extrusion (for right hand models)

C. Freezer drawer handle extrusion
D. 2 Stainless tubular handles

E.4 Handle standoffs
F.6 Screws for handle standoffs

(4 required, 2 extra)

G. 6 Set screws (4 required, 2 extra)
H. 3/32" Allen wrench for set screws

Thiskit must be used in combination with ZKTC36, trim

kiL

Note: It is best that 2 people install this kit,

Before

you begin:

• 3/4" custom panels must be routed to accommo-
date these handle extrusions. Rout the panels
as illustrated, 1/4" deep, and 1-13/16" wide, top

to bottom on the handle side.

• Follow the instructions in the ZKTC36R (or
ZKTC36L) to install trim onto the fresh food and

freezer drawer. Discard the handles supplied
with that kit.

• Continue the instructions in the ZKTC36R (or
ZKTC36L) trim kit to install support brackets to

the bottom of the fresh food and freezer panels.

FreshFoodPanel

_1q3/16"

1/4" Max,m _t Back Side

Handle Side

FreezerDrawerPanel

Handle
End

CAUTION:Optional final appearance depends on
careful routing depth. Do not exceed 1/4"routing depth.

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ZKHTCSS1 for 3/4" Panels

Tubular Stainless Steel H:_nctles

Step 1
Match Handle

Extrusions
to Panels

• Cut a piece of corrugated to use as a pad to protect

the panel finish. Additional material may be required
to protect flooring when drilling.

• Place custom panels on the pad, appearance side
down.

Note: If panels are wood, be sure to note which end is

the top so that wood grain is in the correct direction on

both sides.

Fresh Food Panel:

Select fresh food handle extrusion for your model, left

or right side extrusion.

• Place extrusion against the handle side of the fresh
food panel.

• Align the extrusion evenly with the top and bottom of
the panel.

• Tape the extrusion to the panel to prevent movement.

• Center punch and drill 1/8" pilot holes through the

holes in the extrusion and into the panel.

• Turn panel over. On the appearance side, use 9/32" bit
to enlarge clearance hole.

Freezer Panel:

• Place extrusion against the handle end of the freezer
drawer panel.

• Align the extrusion evenly, side to side.

• Tape the extrusion to the panel to prevent movement.

• Center punch and drill 1/8" pilot holes throughout the

holes in the extrusion and into the panel.

• Turn panel over. On the appearance side, use 9/32" bit
to enlarge clearance holes.

Align ExtrusionEven

With Panel

Extrusion
EvenWith

Panel

CAUTION: Hole locations must be exact to accept
handle standoff and handle assembly.

Step 2
Install

Standoffs
onto Handles

• Place a handle standoff on each attachment post on
the handle. Position the screw hole on the standoff

to point to the floor.

• Install set screws into the bottom of each standoff,

using the Allen wrench provided. The standoff
should be tight against the handle.

_Screw

Wrench

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ZKHTCSS1 For 3/4" Panels

Tubular Stainless Steel [Janctles

Step 3
Install

mounting
screws

and handles

Step 4
Install

Assembled
Panels

FreshFoodPanel:

• Start mounting screws through the extrusion andjust

through the custom panel.

• Stand panel up on the hinge side andhold to access
the appearance side. Place handle against mounting

screws on the appearance side, drive top screw from

the back of the extrusion partially into the standoff.

• Drive second screw partially into the standoff,

alternate back to thetop until the handle is tight
against the door.

FreezerDrawer Panel:

• Follow the sameprocedure to assemble handleto

panel.

It is best that 2 people perform this step.

Fresh Food Panel:

• Place assembled panel onto the bottom door trim
with support bracket tabs inserted into slots.

• Push and hold the panel back against the steel door
with door handle extrustion flush to the handle side

of the door.

• Reinstall original screws into the door extrusion.

• Open the door fully to stop.

• Install screws at the top, and hinge side.

Note:The freezer drawer panel should be removed
asshown in the installation instructions for the

ZKTC36kit, Follow the instructions in Step 1to

removethe door.

FreezerDrawer Panel:

• Place the assembled panel onto the bottom trim
with support brackets inserted into slots, The panel

should be flush with trim on both sides.

• Secure the panel to the trim at the bottom and both

sides.

• Mount the assembled drawer panel onto the freezer

slides. Tighten all screws.

• Install 4 screws into the top of the handle extrusion

andinto the door.

Install

4Screws

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ZFC1 Trim Kit

Forthe ultimate in convenience, install two refrigerators
side to side.

This trim kit includes 6foam spacer pads to fill the gap
between the refrigerator side case trims. For a finished

appearance, a trim strip is provided to conceal the case
trim of the two refrigerators.

If you are installing into an enclosure, provide a 72"wide
opening. If you are installing where the sides of the

refrigerators will be exposed, allow additional width for
any side panels used.

Side to Side Installation

• Apply foam spacer pads evenly to the side of one

refrigerator as shown.

• Slide second refrigerator into position.

• Check to be sure both refrigerators are level. If they

are not level, an obvious gap can be seen between
the side trims. Adjust leveling legs if needed. Slight
gaps will be concealed with the trim strip.

• Open both fresh food doors to access side trim.

• The U-shape trim will overlap the side case trim of

both refrigerators.

• Set the top case trim (see page 17) to installation

height.

• Hold trim strip against top end of case, at the point

where case overlaps to the bottom of case trim. See
illustration.

• Mark length with a pencil.

• Trim excess length.

• Starting at the top, press trim strip over case trims of

both refrigerators.

• Continue pressing about half way down. Slide open

freezer drawers and continue pressing trim until you
reach the bottom of the strip.

J

CaseTrim

[3 0 , Foam

E3 13 _Spacer

_._U-Shape

_Trim

Pads

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

To obta#_ .specific #_foHn_ttion (_nc_m#_ any

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specifications are subject to change without notice.

Monogram:

General Electric Company
Louisville, KY40225

Pub. No. 49-500000

1998GEAppliances

Printed in I_&A. (ND 978A)8/98
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