Installation
Instructions
Side bySide Refrigerators
ZlS360N,ZlSB360D,ZlSW360D
ZlSS360N,ZlSS360D
ZlS420N,ZlSB420D,ZlSW420D
ZlSS420N,ZlSS420D
ZIS480N,ZISB480D,ZISW480D
ZISS480N,ZISS480D
Design 6uide
With Installation Instructions
Monogram:
Safety Information
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT- S.,'etheseinsnuctions
fin" local inspector's use. Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these
instructions with the (:onsumer.
• Note to Consumer - Kee I) these instructions
with vour Owner's Manual for flmue reference.
WARNING:
This appliance must be properly grounded. See
"(;rounding the Refrigerator," page 10.
AVERTISSEMENT
Cet appareil dolt _tre correctement mis a la terre.
Consulter <_ Mise fl la terre du r(_ffig(_rateur >>,page 10.
If xou receixed a damaged refrigerator, )ou should
immediatelx contact xour dealer or builder.
CAUTION:
Due to the weight and size of this refl'igerat(n, and
to reduce the risk of personal iqjm y or damage to
the product - THREE PEOPI,E ARE REQUIRED
FOR PROPER ]NSTAI,I,ATION OF A 36" WIDE
UNIT. FOUR PEOPI,E ARE REQUIRED FOR
]NSTAI,I,ATION OF A 42" OR 48" WIDE MODEI,.
PRUDENCE
_kcause du poids et de la taille de ce r(_flJg0rator et
pour r0duire le risque de blessure et de dommages,
]I, FAUT TROIS PERSONNES POUR INSTAI,I,ER
CORRECTEMENT D'UN APPARE]I, DE 91 cm (36 po)
DE I,ARGE. 1i, FAUT QUATRE PERSONNES POUR
I?INSTAI,IATION D'UN MOD1_I,E DE 107 OU 122 cm
(42 OU 48 po) DE lARGE.
Skill Level -Installation of this refl'igerator
requires basic mechanical, carl)entry and l)lmnbing
skills. Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer. Product tailm'e due to improper installation
is not covered under the GE Appliance Warranty.
See the Owner's Manual ti)r warranty inli)rmation.
WARNING:
• These refl-igerators are toI>heavy and must
be secured to prevent the possibility of tipping
fin'ward. Anti-Tip protection is required. See
page 12 fin" details.
• Use this appliance only for its intended Imrpose.
• hmnediately repair or replace electric service cords
that become fl'ayed or damaged.
• Uni)lug the refl'igerator before cleaning or making
repairs.
• Repairs should be made bv a qualified service
technician.
AVERTISSEMENT
• Ces r0fl'ig(_rateurs sont lourds en haut et il flint les
arrimer pour 0viter leur basculement. I1 taut avoir
un syst0me de protection contre le renve_ement.
Voir les d_tails page 12.
• 11 ne flint utiliser cet appareil que pour l'utilisation
aI)I)ropri0e.
• R(_parer ou remplacer imm0diatement tout cordon
01ectrique efliloch(_ ou endommag(_.
• ll flint d(_brancher le r0fl'ig0ratem" awmt le
nettoyage ou route intervention.
• i,es r0parations doivent &tre taites par tm
technicien qualifi0.
For Monogram local service in your area, call
1.800.444.1845.
For Monogram service in Canada, call
1.888.880.3030
For Monogram Parts mad Accessories, call
1.800.626.2002.
WWW. lnonograln.coln
CONTENTS
Planning Guide
The Installation Space .................................... 3
Dimensions and Clearances .......................... 3
130° Door Swing .............................................. 4
90° Door Swing ................................................ 5
Customization Basics ...................................... 6
1/4" Framed Panel Dimensions ......................7
3/4" Overlay Panel Dimensions ...................... 8
Raised Overlay Panel Design ........................9
Side Panels ...................................................... 10
Installation Instructions
Tools, Hardware, Materials ........................ 10
Grounding the Refrigerator .......................... 10
Step 1, Remove Packaging ..........................11
Step 2, Install Water Line ............................ 11
Step 2A, ROWater Line ................................ 12
Step 3, Install Side Panels ..........................12
Step 4, Install Anti-lip Brackets ................12
Step 5, Level Refrigerator ............................13
Step 6, Alternate Anti-lip Procedure ........13
Step 7, Secure Refrigerator to Cabinetry ..14
Step 8,Adjust Door Swing ..........................14
Step 9,Install Grille Panel ............................14
Step 10,Install Framed Panels....................15
Step 1OA,Install Overlay Panels ..........16-17
Step 11,Install Dispenser Trim ....................18
Step 12,Connect Water Supply ..................18
Step 13,Connect Power ..............................19
Step 14,Start Icemaker ................................19
Step 15,Install Toekick ................................19
Design Guide
THE INSTALLATION SPACE
36"Models12"
42" Models18"
48" Models20"
_ _Finished Width_ J
841/2" max, , ^ J L'"
831/2,,minII
Finished ][
Opening ] [ 75"FromFloor
/ I)
*The finished cutout width must be:
35-1/2" fin" 36" models
41-1/2" for 42" models
47-1/2" fin" 48" models
Water And Electrical Locations
The opening must be prepared with the electrical
and water supply located as shown.
The cutout depth must be 24"
The refrigerator will project fin'ward, slightly beyond
ac!jacent cabinetry; depending on wmr installation.
Cutout depth beneath a soffit:
When installed beneath a soffit, the soffit cannot
exceed the 24" installation depth shown. The top case
trim overlaps the bottom of the soffit.
AreaElectdc X15 l
24" ff Electrical
[_5 to Bottom
WaterSupply_ 5%
3i/2"
Area
DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES
25-3/8"FramedModels
25-3/4"StainlessSteelModels
Shippingheight.The
refrigeratorcanbe
adjustedto fit intoa
cutoutthat is 83-1/2"
min.to 84-1/2"max.
_84"From
_83-1/
at
Real
.36", 42",or48"
Frameto Frame
DepthIncludingHandles:
26-7/8"FramedModels
27-3/4"StainlessSteelModels
Product Clearances
These refi'igerators are equipi)ed with a 2 position
door stop. The thctorv set 130 ° door swing can be
ac!justed to 90 ° if clearance to ac!jacent cabinets or
walls is restricted.
130° DoorSwing
_'-4...... / ,... .)_
Floorto
TopFrame
height.Notethat the
top casetrim at the
front is 1/2"higher
andwill overlap
uppercabinetryor
soffit. Useleveling
legsandwheelsfor a
maximum1"height
adjustment.
90° DoorSwing
i
T
23-7/8"
Behind
Frame
Additional Specifications
• A 115 volt 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power suI}ply is
required. An individual properly grounded bran(h
circuit or circuit breaker is recommended. Install
a propedy grom_ded 3-prong electrical receptacle
recessed into the back wall. Electrical must be
located on rear wall as shown.
NOTE: OF] (grotmd fault interrupter) is not
recoi/lillended.
• _&_ter line can enter the opening through the floor
or back wall. The water line should be 1/4" O.D.
copper tubing or GE SmartConnect'" kit 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 wflve in the water line is required.
4" Min.
Models A B C
36" 13" 15" 20-5/8"
42" 13" 19" 26-5/8"
48" 15" 20" 28-5/8"
Allow minimmn clearances fin" fl'eezer door
(Dimension A) and fl'esh fi_od door (Dimension B)
fl)r a flfll 130 ° door swing and to allow fl_r pan
YeIlloval.
4" minimmn clearance is required when door swing
is ac!justed to 90 °. If the 90 ° door stop position is
used, pan access is maintained, but pan remowfl is
restricted.
See illustrations pages 4 and 5 to determine
door swing interaction with ac!jacent cabinets or
COtlntertol) s.
to Wall
Refrigerator
Design Guide
FramelessCabinets:The casetrim overlaps
cabinets atthe top and sides. Therefore,
frameless cabinets may require filler strips to
prevent interfeence with cabinet door swing.
Theopening must allow for filler strips.
23-7/8"From
Rearof
Refrigerator
Case
Trim
.
3/4"
1/2" 1-1/2"
1/4"
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" 3"
1-3/4" 2-3/4"
2-1/2"
1-1/4"
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Top View
130 ° DOOR SWING
(factory setting)
Scale 1:1
IMPORTANTNOTE-
FORDISPENSERMODELS:
Dispensermodelsare supplied with two
dispenser trims, oneto fit framed panels
and one for overlay panels. Dispenser trim
fitto the custompaneldependsoncorrect
panelthickness. Framedpanels must be
1/4"nominal. Overlay panelsshould be
constructed as shownto accomplish atotal
1.100"thickness. See pages 7 and 8 for details.
Door
4
Design Guide
Refrigerator
CaseTrim
FramelessCabinets:
The casetrim overlaps
cabinets at the top
and sides.Therefore,
frameless cabinets may
require filler strips to
prevent interference
with cabinet door swing.
The openingmust allow
for filler strips.
23-7/8"
FromRearof
Refri(erator
, b ,
i i i
i i i
' ' ' 1/4"
i i i
1/2"
3/4"
Top View
90 ° DOOR SWING
(optional setting)
Scale 1:1
IMPORTANTNOTE-
FORDISPENSERMODELS:
Dispensermodelsare supplied
with two dispensertrims, oneto fit
framed panels and onefor overlay
panels. Dispensertrimfit tothe
custompaneldependsoncorrect
panelthickness. Framedpanels
must be 1/4"nominal. Overlay panels
should be constructed as shown to
accomplish atotal 1.100"thickness.
See pages 7 and 8 for details.
Door
l I I , 3/4" Overlay
l ll_ Panel
i I
I "
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
(NominalSize)
Design Guide
CUSTOMIZATION BASICS:
Framed Or Overlay Panels, Custom Handles and Accessory Kits
Stainless Steel Wrapped Models
36" wide models - ZISS360N, ZISS360D
42" wide models - ZISS420N, ZISS420D
48" wide models - ZISS480N, ZISS480D
Trimmed Models
36" wide models - ZIS360N, ZISB360D, ZISW360D
42" wide models - ZIS420N, ZISB420D, ZISW420D
48" wide models - ZIS480N, ZISB480D, ZISW480D
Stainless Steel Wrapped Refrigerators
Stainless Steel wrapped refrigerators have wrapped
doors and grille panel, beveled edges, and tubular
stainless steel handles that coordinate with other
Monogram appliances. These models are shii)ped
readv for installation.
Trimmed Refrigerators
Trimmed refrigeratm_ are designed to be customized
with decorative panels. [qeld installed custom door
and grille panels are required.
Overlay panels
You may also choose to install custom overlay panels
fl'om wmr cabinet mantdhcturer. This design provides
a seamless appearance which integrates smoothly with
surrotmding cabinetry.
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3/4"OverlayPanel_ J _
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StandardDoorHandles
Standard supplied handles shown in 3/4"overlay panel position.
Door Handles
The standard supplied handles can be a(!iusted to
accommodate both fl'amed or overlay panels. Custom
handles of your choice, SUl)plied by your cabinet maker
can also be installed on 3/4" overlay panels. If desired,
you may order ZKHSS2 Monogram stainless steel
tubular handle kit Ira" 3/4" overlay panels.
Standard supplied handles shown in 1/4"panel position.
Optional Accessory Kits
ZKHSS2: Monogram Tubular Stainless Steel handles
designed to nt./_ oxerlay panels.
Accessory Panels
White, black and stainless steel accessory panels are
available fl'om yore" Monogram dealer. Panels are
cut to size and ready to install.
Side Panels
Side panels must be used whene_er the sides of the
refrigerator will be exposed.
ZISW480D ZPW480D ZPS480D
ZIS480N ZPW480N ZPB480N ZPS480N
ZISB420D ZPB420D ZPS420B
ZISW360D ZPW360D ZPS360D
ZIS360N ZPW360N ZPB360N ZPS360N
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Design Guide
1/4" FRAMED PANEL DIMENSIONS
If _ou choose to install fl'amed panels, they must be
cut to the dimensions shown. The panels will slide
into the fraine on the door and grille.
Non-Dispenser Models
If the custom panel is less than 1/4" thick and it fits
loosely in the door fl'ame it can be backed up with
a piece of filler material or finm_ tape to improve
the fit,
IMPORTANT NOTE- DISPENSER MODELS
The reli'igerator is sui_plied with two dispenser trims,
one fi)r fl'amed panels and one fi)r overlay panels.
• If the panel is less than 0,250" thick a noticeable
gap may be created around the dispenser trim.
Foam tape may be applied on the door to improve
the fit.
1_5/18"
L Trim
Door Reveal
\
IMPORTANTNOTE:Maximum total panel weight:
• Freshfood door panel-75 Ibs.
• Freezerdoor panel -53 Ibs.
• Grille Panel - 18Ibs.
• If the panel is more than 0,250" thick, the
dispenser trim cannot be secured to the door.
See Dispenser Trim Fit Example, page 9.
Grille Panel
t
F
Cutout
Dispenser_,
Freezer FreshFood
Panel Panel
m m
I_D_I I_E_
Dispenser Cutout
Theframed panel must be 1/4"nominal thickness
to fit the dispenser trim.
15-3/8"
I_ 94/8"
C
Side-by-Side(ininches)
36"Models 33-7/8 9 68-3/8 14-9/16 18-9/16
42"Models 39-7/8 9-1/2 68-3/8 14-9/16 24-9/16
48"Models 45-7/8 9-1/2 68-3/8 18-9/16 26-9/16
Design Guide
3/4" OVERLAY PANEL DIMENSIONS
For a more custom appearance, overlay panels may be
installed on trimmed models. The overlay panel i/ltlst
be secured to a 1/4" thick backer panel which slides
into the trim. A spacer panel 0.] 0" thick must be
placed between the overlay and backer panel.
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.
• (:enter the spacer and backer panel on the overlay
panel and secure with glue and screws. Screws must
be countersunk into the backer panel.
IMPORTANT NOTE- DISPENSER MODELS
The refi'igerator is sui)plied with two dispenser trims,
one fl)r fl'amed panels and one fin" overlay panels.
The overlay dispenser trim is designed to fit a total
panel thickness of 1.100".
• If the panel is less than ] .100" a noticeable gap may
be created around the dispenser trim.
• If the panel is more than 1.100" the dispenser trim
cannot be secured to the door.
See Dispenser Trim Ht Example, page 9.
OverlayPanel
Door
BackerPanel
\
t
', NOTE:Left-to-rightoffset
1/4" is not always equal to
Backer_Panel_Spacer top-to-bottom offset.
.250" + .10" + .750" = 1.100"TotalPanel Thickness
• The overlay panel must be constructed according to
the specifications shown to achieve the correct total
thickness.
• Alternative panel const_ uction methods such as
secm'ing a 3/4" panel to a 1/4" backer panel cannot
be used. Another method, routing a 3/4" thick
panel on all sides cannot be used. These methods
will not result in the required 1.100" panel thickness.
When a raised panel design is to be used, a custom
middle rail is required, See page 9 for details,
GrillePanel ]_
m m
F
Cutout
Dispensel
Freezer FreshFood
Panel Panel
m m
_D_] _E_
Dispenser Cutout
*Cut the dispenser opening after the backer, spacer and overlay
panels have been assembled.
IMPORTANTNOTE:Maximum total weight for the assembled
15-3/8"
panels:
• Freshfood door panel-75 Ibs.
• Freezerdoor panel -53 Ibs.
• Grille Panel - 18Ibs.
I_ 94/8" _'_
36"Side-by-Side(ininches)
C
1/4"BackerPanel 33-7/8 9 68-3/8
.10"SpacerPanel 33 8-3/8 67
3/4"OverlayPanel 34-1/8 9-1/4 68-5/8
14-9/16 18-9/16
13-1/4 17-1/4
14-13/16 18-13/16
42"Side-by-Side(ininches)
1/4"BackerPanel 39-7/8 9-1/2 68-3/8 14-9/16 24-9/16
.10"SpacerPanel 39 8-5/8 67 13-1/4 23-1/4
3/4"OverlayPanel 40-1/8 9-3/4 68-5/8 14-13/16 24-13/16
48"Side-by-Side(ininches)
1/4"BackerPanel 45-7/8 9-1/2 68-3/8 18-9/16 26-9/16
.10"SpacerPanel 45 8-5/8 67 17-1/4 25-1/4
3/4"OverlayPanel 46-1/8 9-3/4 68-5/8 18-13/16 26-13/16
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Design Guide
DISPENSER MODELS:
RAISED OVERLAY PANEL DESIGN
When a raised panel design is to be used, a
custom wide middle rail is required to accept
the dispenser trim.
• The middle rail must be wide enough to allow
for the dispenser trim to overlap the opening.
• The middle rail must be 1.100" total thickness
to accept the dispenser trim.
16-3/4"
J
Dispenser
Trim
1/4" Backer
.10"SF
3/4"OverlayPanel
Wide
Middle
Railis
Required
DISPENSER TRIM FIT EXAMPLES:
(NOT TO SCALE)
1/4" FRAMED PANEL
• The dispenser trim fits over the
custom panel and snaps into the
freezer door.
• The clips will not engage the door if
the panel is more than 0.250" thick.
• If the panel is less than 0.250" thick,
a noticeable gap may be created
around the dispenser trim.
3/4" OVERLAY PANEL
• The dispenser trim fits over the
custom panel and snaps into the
freezer door.
• The clips will not engage the door if
the panel is more than 1.100" thick.
• If the panel is less than 1.100" thick,
a noticeable gap mav be created
around the dispenser trim.
1/4"
Framed
1/4"Backer Panel
.lO"Spacer
Panel
10-5/8%___,.
FREEZERDOOR
0.250"
Thick
1/4"DispenserTrim
FREEZERDOOR
1.100"
Total Thickness
3/4"Overlay Dispenser Trim
Design Guide
SIDE PANELS
Side panels must be used
whenever the sides of the
refrigerator will be
exposed. The 1/4" side
panels will slip into the
side case trim. Secure the
panels to the refrigerator
with stick-on hook and
loop fastener strips. Order
the side panels from the
cabinet manufi_cturer.
• ()it a notch in the top
fl'Oil[ coi'ilei" _lS showil
to allow clearance fin.
corner keys in the ti'ont
side trim,
_84"
, 3? _3" to 4"
2-g/16"
Dependin0 on installation heiflht.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Tinsnips to cut banding
• Stepladder
• Bucket
• I,evel
• Appliance Hand THick
• Tubing cutter
• 7/16" open-end wrench
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Drill and ai)i)ropriate bits
• 5/16", 7/16" socket
• Safety glasses
• l-I/4" open end wrench
• Pliers
• 1/4" ratchet wrench
• #2 Stubby Phillips screwdriver
HARDWARE SUPPLIED
• _hter filter bypass I)lug
• Anti-Tip brackets
• l/4" Iltlt alld teritlle
• Dispenser trims for 1/4" and 3/4" overlay panels
• A1tli/liiltlill cover tiiil/ tor 3/4" overlay panels with
custom handles. ]nchldes 22 fiat head screws and
4 endcaps.
FLOORING
For proper installation, this refl'igerator must be
placed on a level sm'tace of hard material that is
at the same height as the rest of the flooring. This
sm'lace should be strong enough to support a flfllv
loaded refl'igerator, or approximately 1,500 lbs.
NOTE:Protect the finish of the flooring. Cut a large
section of the cardboard carton and place trader the
refl'igerator where w)u are working.
GROUNDING THE REFRIGERATOR
IMPORTANT - (Please read carefully)
FOR PERSONAI, SAFETY, THIS APPI,IANCE MUST
BE PROPERI,Y GROUNDED.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grotmding) plug which mates with a
standard 3-prong (grotmding) wall receptacle to
minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked bv a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encotmtered,
it is yore" personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong
wall outlet,
DO NOT, UNDER ANY f--,a _-)
CIR(:UMSTANCES, CUT
OR REMOVE THE THIRD
(GROUND) PRONG
FROM THE POX_ ER CORD.
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT
THE REFIIIGERATOII TO A 2-PRONG OUTLET.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS
APPI,IANCE.
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MATERIALS REQUIRED
• 35" long 2x4 fl>r Anti-Tip suI)port
• 1/4" copper water line tubing or GE
Si//artCoililect TM Refl'igerator Tubing kits
• _4"_ter shut-offwflve (optional but recommended)
• Custom panels for doo_ and grille panel
• Screws to secm'e refl'igerator to cabinett T
• Stick-on hook and loop fastener strips tor
1/4" side panels
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Installation Instructions
ISTEP 11REMOVE PACKAGING
CAUTI0N:Relrigerator is much hea, ier at the
top than at the botton/ - be careflll when moxing
X4hen usim* a hand track, handle fl'om side onE.
PRUDENCE:i,e be...,.p
plus hmrd en haut qu'en bas. ll taut 6tre prudent lots
des d_placements. Si tm diable est utilis_, il taut
soulexer le r_frig&'atetu _sur le c'6t_ seulement.
• Careflflly cut banding at the top and bottom,
reulove otffer carton.
• Slide out back corner posts (2).
• Slide carton off top of cabinet.
NOTE: IT IS NOT NE(:ESSARY TO lAY CABINET
DOWN IN ORDER TO REMOVE SKID!
• The unit is secured to the skid with 4 slotted
tie-down straps. Remove the timr 5/16" bolts
fl'om the base channels in the tie-downs.
[STEP 2] INSTALL WATER LINE
• Remoxe the fore" 7/16"
J
bolts secm'ing the straps
to the skid.
CAUTION:DoNOS
ATTEMPT TO ROI,I,
UNIT OFF SKID.
RemovePRUDENCE:n,NE
TieDowns FAUT PAS ESSAYER DE
--," I_d_FRIGt_RATEUI _.POUR
% I,'ENI,EVER DE lAY
• Support blocks on the bottom of the refl'igeration
case must be removed befi)re the refl'igerator is
taken off the skid or damage will occm'. Careflflly;
tilt refl'igerator and slide blocks out from beneath.
• Remove toekick, set aside fin" final installation.
• I.ifl the refl{gerator off the skid with an appliance
dolly. Handle fl'om the sides.
EMRE ROUI,ER I,E
PA1,ETTE.
• A cold water SUl_ply is required fin" automatic
icemaker operation. The water pressure must be
between 40 and 190 p.s.i.
• Route l/4" OD COl)per or GE SmartConnect '_
plastic tubing between house cold water line and
the water connection location.
• Tubing should be long enough to extend to the
fl'ont of the refl'igeratm: Allow enough tubing to
accommodate bend leading into the water line
connection.
NOTE:The only GE approved plastic tubing is
sui)plied in the GE SmartConnect TM Refl'igerator
Tubing kits. Do not use any other plastic water sui)ply
line because the line is trader pressure at all times.
Other types of plastic Inav crack or IUI)ture with age
_lll(1 Catlse water dalnage to VO/lI" houle.
GE SmartConnect "_Refl'igerator Tubing Kits are
available in the fi_llowing lengths:
2' (.6 m) WXO8XIO002
6' (1.8 m) WXO8XIO006
15' (4.6 m) X,_3XO8XIO015
25' (7.6 m) X,_3XO8XlO025
Copper Tubing A'
Shut off the main water supply.
Turn on the nearest taucet long enough to clear the
line of water.
• Install a shut-off valve between the icelnaker water
valve and cold water pipe in a basement or cabinet.
The shut-off wflve should be located where it will
be easily accessible.
• Turn on the main water SUl)ply and flush debris.
Run about a quart of water through the tubing into
a bucket. Shut off water sui)ply at the shut-off wflve.
NOTE: Saddle tyi)e shut-off wflves are included in
many water sui)ply kits. Befln'e pro'chasing, make
stu'e a saddle type wflve complies with yore" local
plmnbing codes.
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plmnbing
Codes 948CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed phunber.
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Installation Instructions
ISTEP 2AI INSTALLATION WITH
HOUSEHOLD WATER
FILTRATION SYSTEM
Skip this step if you do not have a household
water filtration system
If the water supply to the refrigerator is fl'om any
household water filtration system, the filter cartridge
should be removed. For better ice and water
periin'mance, remove the filter and install the filter
bypass plug.
ISTEP31INSTALL SIDE PANELS
Skip this step when not using side panels,
If you are using 1/4" side panels, they should be
inserted into the case trim. Fasten the panels to the
refl_igerator with stick-on hook and loop fastener
strips beiin'e setting refl'igerator in place.
ISTEP 41 INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKETS
WARNING:Am,-T,pPRECAUT,ONS
The refl'igerator is top-hea_y and must be secured to
prexent the possibility of tipping forward.
ATTENTION:PRECAUTIONSCOmRE,ES
BASCULEMENTS
I,e r(_frig_rateur est beaucoup plus lom'd en haut et il
flint le maintenir en place pore" &iter la possibilit_ de
son basctlleillent _,ers l'_l_,_lil[.
• Cut a 2" x 4" block, . :) long and secure the block
to the mortaring brackets proxided using # 12 or # 14
wood screws.
2 x4Cut_, -
35" Length ; ,_
Installation Mounting
Height Bracket
FromFloor
ScrewsMountedintoJ"
VerticalWall Studs
• Secure the bracket with wood block to the back wall
so that it is 84" (or yore" installation height) fl'om
the finished floor. Use #12 or #14 wood screws.
See illustration.
Brackets
Required
Bottom
ofWood
SideView
• Screws must penetrate at least one inch into vertical
wall studs.
• Befi)re pushing the refrigerator into the opening,
plug the power cord into the receptacle. Open the
grille panel and reach into the opening at the back
to grasp the power cord. Pull the power cord into
the opening as you push the refl'igerator back.
• Gently push refl'igerator into the opening with
hands against fl'ont corners.
IMPORTANTNOTE:When the refrigeratorisinstalled underasoffit or
if there is notenoughheightfor this methodof security,bracketscannot
beused.Proceedtostep 5to levelthe refrigeratorandthento step7
to securerefrigeratorto cabinets.Seestep6if youhavemetalwall
studs.Therefrigeratormustbesecuredto preventtipping.
Height
From
Floor
to
Block
-- Not Required
__ Beneath a
Brackets
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Soffit
Installation Instructions
ISTEP 51 LEVEL REFRIGERATOR
All models have 4-point leveling. The thmt is
supported by leveling legs, the rear is supported by
a_!justable wheels. Both are accessible fl'om the fl'ont
of the refligerator.
• To level the back of the refligerator, turn the
7/16" hex nut located above the fl'ont wheels. Turn
clockwise to raise or com_terclockwise to lower the
refl'igerator.
• For fl'ont leveling, use a ]-1/4" open-end wrench.
• A(!just height of refl'igerator to match installation
cutout opening 83-1/2" to 84-1/2". The refligerator
should be level and phunb with cabinetry.
/[
I
Hex NutAdjusts_]
ISTEP 61 ALTERNATE ANTI-TIP
PROCEDURE
The refrigerator must be secured to prevent tipping.
The mlti-tip brackets cmmot be used on metal wall
studs. Use this Alternate Procedure to secure the
refrigerator against tip-over whenever metal wall studs
are encountered mad there is no soffit.
SideView
TopCaseTrim
i i =
! ! !
InstallFour
1-1/2"DrywallScrews
ThroughTrimandIntoSoffit
or3/4" Min.WoodBrace
RearWhei__eg
CAUTION:
The rear leveling wheels and fl'ont leveling legs are
limited to a maximum height ac!justment of 1". If the
installation requires more than 84-1/2" height, the
installer should elew_te the refl'igerator on a sheet
of pl}_vood or rtmners. Cabinetry trim could also be
added across the top of the opening to shorten the
opening. If you attempt to raise the refrigerator
more thm_ 1", you will dmnage the front leveling
legs and the rear leveling wheels.
PRUDENCE
I.es roues de nivellement artiste et les pattes de
nivellement avant permettent un r_glage maximal
de 25 mm (l po). Si l'ouverture pore" le r_fi'ig_ratem"
a tree hauteur sup_rieure _'l 2,15 m (84-1/2 po),
l'installatem" doit _lever le r_li'ig_ratem" sur une
feuille de contre-plaqu6 ou des glissi&res, ll est
_galement possible d'ajouter des baguettes de
finition des placards sur le haut de l'ouverture afin
de la r_duire. Lever le r&frig&rateur de plus de
25 Inln (1 po) endommage les pattes de nivellement
avant et les roues de _fivellement arri&re.
• Raise the grille panel to access case trim.
• Use a 3/16" bit to drill tour evenly spaced clearance
holes through the metal top case trim.
• Use a 1/16" bit to drill to pilot holes through the
metal clearance holes and into the wood sottit, The
holes should be centered in the sottit or a 3/4" rain.
wood brace. The brace spanning the enclosm'e must
be secm'elv tastened to cabinets on both sides.
• Install flmr, 1-1/2" drywall screws into the pilot holes.
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Installation Instructions
ISTEP71SECURE REFRIGERATOR
TO CABINETRY
_'_henexer possible, i)erfiwm this step for anti-tip
security or when anti-tip brackets cannot be used,
The refrigerator must be secured to prevent tipping.
• Raise the grille panel to access case trim.
• Drill hole in trim and drive screw through the trim
into ac!jacent cabinet.
• Follow the same procedure on the opposite side.
ThroughCaseTrimInto
AdjacentCabinets
ISTEP 81 ADJUST DOOR SWING
[STEP 9] INSTALL GRILLE PANEL
To insert fl'amed or o_erla) panel into the grille:
• Raise the grille panel to stop position.
L00_
Side
Trim
Screw
Adjust Nut Below
Spring to Accommodate
PanelWeight
• I,oosen screws on side trim behind frame. Remoxe
bottom trim.
Side
Trim
Screw
NOTE: This refrigerator has a 2-position door stop.
When space does not allow the door to swing open
fldlv to 130 °, you may change the door swing to a 90 °
opening. Skip this step if door opening is satisfactory
for your installation situation.
130°
Door
Hinge
• Open the door to view the bottom hinge. Note the
door stop pin locations. The pin is thcto_ T installed
in the 130 ° position.
• (:lose the door. From belo_, use pliers to tlIISCI'ew
the door stop and reinstall into the 90 ° position.
CAUTION: p.,.e,,.,...,.e
slippery. Grip metal panel firmly; so the panel does
not slip out of the fl'ame and cause personal i_wry
or damage to the fl'ame.
PRUDENCE •
peut b&tre glissant. Tenir fermement le panneau en
m_tal, de mani&re _'lce que le panneau ne glisse pas
en dehors du cadre en provoquant des blessm'es
corporelles ou des dolnlnages au cadre.
• Slide panel over the metal backer panel and into
the trim.
• If necessary, tap with a wood block until panel slips
under the top trim piece.
• Reassemble bottom trim. Tighten screws.
• A(!just the hinge spring to accommodate the panel
weight, if necessary.
• I,e panneau en m_tal
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Installation Instructions
ISTEP 101 INSTALL 1/4" FRAMED PANELS Goto Step9AforOverlayPanels
Install door panels:
• Open door to 90 °. l_.elnove the 6 Phillips head screws
fl'om the door handle.
• Relnove handle. Retain all screws.
• Remove 6 screws holding trim, lilt otI trim. Retain
screws.
• Slide fl'amed panel into the door trim.
Dispenser Models Only:
• The dispenser controls prottude bevond the lace of
the fl'eezer door. To avoid damage to the dispenser,
the trim at the top of the door should be removed.
• Renlove the screws holding the top trim in place.
• Place the fl'eezer panel into the bottom channel and
slide into the hinge side trim.
• Reinstall the top trim piece with screws.
Supplied
HandleShown
in I/4" Panel
-- Position
/
Handle
Trim
j DoorTrim
Refrigerator
Door
• There are two sets of holes in the handle side trim.
Replace handle side trim by installing the original
screws in the FRONT screw holes.
• Secure the handle to the door using the REAR screw
holes.
• Follow the same procedures to install the opposite
panel.
• Check to be sure handles are evenly aligned with each
other at the top. To a_)iust, loosen handle screws and
slide up or down. Tighten screws.
NOTE: Aluminum cover trim is supplied fl)r use with
custom handles on overlay panels. It is not intended for
use with 1/4" panels. Discard the cover trim when using
1/ 4" ti'amed panels.
\Use RearHoles
to SecureHandle
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Installation Instructions
[STEP 10A] INSTALL OVERLAY PANELS
Install door panels:
• Open door to 90 °. Relnove tile 6 Phillips head screws
fl'om tile door handle.
• Remove handle. Retain all screws.
• Remove 6 screws holding trim, lift off trim. Retain
scFews.
• Slide overlay panel into tile door trim.
DoorTrim
Handle
Trim
Refrigerator
Door
Move
Forward
For3/4"
Panel
Supplied Handle
Shown in Overlay
PanelPosition
Dispenser Models Only:
• Tile dispenser controls protHide bewmd tile lace of
the fl'eezer door. To avoid damage to the dispenser,
the trim at the top of the door should be removed.
• Remove the screws holding the top trim in place.
• Place the assembled fl'eezer panel into the bottom
channel and slide into the hinge side trim.
• Reinstall the top trim piece with screws.
• There are two sets of holes its tile handle side trim.
Replace handle side trim by installing the original
screws in the REAR screw holes.
• Secure the handle to the door using the FRONT screw
holes.
• Follow tile same procedures to install tile opposite
panel.
• Check to be sm'e handles are evenly aligned with each
other at tile top. To a_!iust, loosen handle screws and
slide up or down. Tighten screws.
Use Front Holes
to Secure Handle
UseRoarHoles
to SecureTrim
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Installation Instructions
ISTEP IOA] (continued)
Custom Handles
• If )'ou are using custom handles, the handle must be
properly secured to the overlay panel before sliding
the panel into the trim.
• The cabinet manufacturer will supply the custom
handle and hardware.
• Discard the supplied handle.
Reinstall all original screws.
• Reinstall the handle side trim using all 12 supplied
flat-head screws, plus the 12 flat-head screws
originally installed in the handle trim.
• Install a supplied end cap onto the top of the door
using a Phillips head screwdriver and 9 screws
provided. Hmld-tighten screws into end caps. Do not
overtighten; damage will occur.
• Clean the aluminum trim with _ubbing alcohol -
do not use alcohols with oil or lanolin that will
prevent adhesion of double-sided tape.
• Slip ahuninuln cover trim behind the top end cap to
check fit. The aluminum cover trim has a recess on
each end which fits the end cap.
ISTEP IOA] (continued)
• Carefully place the aluminum cover trim into top
end cap so that the recess is aligned with the cap.
Use the top to bottom grooves ahmg the handle side
to align the cover trim accurately: Pull tape a tew
inches at a time while pressing the trim against the
door. Press and hold approximately 10 seconds
befl)re continuing ahmg the length of the door.
• Install another end cap at the bottom of the door
to secure the cover trim. Use a stubby Phillips head
screwdriver and 2 screws provided.
NOTE: Make sure there are no gaps in the installation.
• Follow the same procedure on the opposite door.
CoverTrim
Insert
Aluminum
Trim Int0
End Cap.
+
• Remove the trim. Peel away a ti_w inches of the
adhesive backing.
IMPORTANT: Tape is very stick}' and strong. Once it
adheres to a surthce, it cannot be removed without
damaging both surlaces. Do not install the trim before
the final wood panels are in place. Be sure to align the
t_im careflfllv befl)re removing the paper backing.
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Installation Instructions
[STEP 111 INSTALL DISPENSER
TRIM
Skip this step is you are installing a stainless
steel wrapped or a non-dispenser refrigerator.
There are two dispenser trims shii_ped with )our
refrigerator, Select the ai)i)ropriate tFim fin" _our
application,
Framed
Panel >
Trim
Comparethe dispenser trims. Note that the inside
depth ofthe frames are different. Choosethe trim
with less depth for framed panels, choose the
deeper one for overlay panels.
Dispenser trim fit o_er the custom panel depends on
correct panel thickness. See pages 7 and 8 for panel
consti tlction infoY/ll ation,
Overlay
Panel
Trim
[STEP 12] CONNECT WATER SUPPLY
1[
E
WaterSupply_
• i,ocate and bring tubing to the fl'ont of the cabinet.
• Turn the water on to flush debris fl'om line. Run
about a quart of water through tubing into a bucket,
then shut-ott water.
Copper Tubing:
• Slip a 1/4" nut and tbHule (provided) over both
ends of the COl)per tubing. Insert tube into the
union fitting on the unit and tighten nut to union.
• Turn on the water to check fin" leaks.
GE SmaactCom_ecf'" Tubing:
• Insert the molded end of the tubing into the
refl'igerator connection. Tighten the compression
nut until it is just hand tight.
• Tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening can cause leaks!
• Turn on the water to check fin" leaks.
• Press and snap the dispenser trim into the
dispenser recess on the refrigerator door,
If an excessive gap exists around the dispenser t_im
or if the panel fits loosely in the door fl'ame, fi>am
tape may be applied to hel I) improve the fit. Remove
the trim and panel and apply loam tape to the door
around the dispenser and in the corners,
NOTE:Make sure excess tubing length does not
interfere with toekick installation.
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Installation Instructions
ISTEP 131CHECK POWER, CLOSE
GRILLE PANEL
• Check to be sure the power cord is I)lugged,, into
the receptacle,
- - - Raise [
--I ri,,e l
r 7--- PaneIT_-_Lr
'\ ]'_] Ele!trical
Master Light I] / Outlet
Sw tch ]I
• Check to make sure power to refl'igerator is on by
opening refl'igerator door to see if interior lights
are on.
• The telni)erature controls are preset at 37°F it)i"
the fl'esh tood section and 0°F tot the fl'eezer.
• Allow 24 horn's to stabilize betore making
a (!j tlStI//e n is.
ISTEP141START ICEMAKER
PowerSwitch
ISTEP 15] INSTALL TOEKICK
• I,ocate the suI)plied toekick (shii)ped taped to
the side of the refrigerator). Install with 2 screws
provided, a(!just to desired height and tighten
scFews.
• A custom toekick can be installed to match or
complement the surrom_ding cabinetry. Use the
sui)plied toekick as a template to cut the shape.
Supplied T0ekick
%
1/4" or Thicker Toekick
,%
INSPECT FINAL INSTALLATION
Check door aligmnent
Stand back awav fl'om the refl'igerator to inspect the
final installation.
• Check to be sure handles are evenly aligned with
each other at the top. To a@lst, loosen handle
screws and slide up or down. Tighten screws.
• Dm'ing shiI)ping or the addition of heavy door
panels may have caused the doors to move slightly
out of aligmn ent.
-%
",%
GreenPowerLight
• Flip the switch to ] (ON). The icemaker will begin
operation automaticallv.
• Be sm'e nothing interferes with the sweep of the
feeler arm.
• Discard the first fidl bucket of ice cubes,
• To turn the icemaker off; set the switch to O (OFF),
"Door Outof
Alignment
//
• If necessary, the fl'esh rood door may be a(!justed
up or down to align with the fl'eezer door,
• Use a 5/16" wrench to a(!just the hinge pin as
S h own.
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NOTE:While performing installations described inthis book,
safety glasses or goggles should be worn.
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Pub.No.49-60314
Dwg.No. 197D5947PO01
01-04JR
26054-0
Monogram:
GEConsumer & Industrial
Louisvifle, KY40225
(#)2004GE Company
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