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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:
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Safety Information
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT- S.,e heseinst uctions
for local inspector's use. Obserxe all goxerning codes
and ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leaxe these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions
with your Owner s Manual for flmue reference.
WARNING:
This appliance must be properly grounded. See
"(;rom_ding tile Refrigerator," page 10.
AVERTISSEMENT
Cet appareil dolt 6tre correctement mis fi la terre.
Consulter <_ Mise fi la terre du r_ffig_ratem" >>,page 10.
If xou receixed a damaged refrigerator, )ou should
immediatelx contact xom" dealer or builder.
CAUTION:
Due to tile weight and size of this refl'igerat(n; and
to reduce tile risk of personal ii_jury or damage to
tile product - THREE PEOPI,E ARE REQUIRED
FOR PROPER INSTAI,I,ATION OF A 36" WIDE
UNIT. FOUR PEOPI,E ARE REQUIRED FOR
INSTAI,I,ATION OF A 42" OR 48" WIDE MODEl,.
PRUDENCE
_kcause du poids et de la taille de ce r_flJg_rator et
pore" r&luire le risque de blessm'e et de dommages,
II, FAUT TROIS PERSONNES POUR INSTAI,I,ER
CORRECTEMENT D'UN APPAREII, DE 91 cm (36 po)
DE I,ARGE. Ii, FAUT QUATRE PERSONNES POUR
I,'INSTAI,I,ATION D'UN MODI);I,E DE 107 OU 122 cm
(42 OU 48 po) DE I,ARGE.
Skill Level -Installation of this refl'igerator
requires basic mechanical, carpentry and phmfl)ing
skills. Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer. Product tailure due to improper installation
is not covered under tile GE Appliance Warrant)'.
See tile Owner's Manual fl)r warranty infl)rmation.
WARNING:
• These rehJgerators are toi>heavy and must
be secm'ed to prevent tile possibility of tipping
fin'ward. Anti-Tip protection is required. See
page 19 fin" details.
• Use this appliance only fin" its intended pm'i)ose.
• hmnediately repair or replace electric service cords
that become frayed or damaged.
• UnI)lug tile reti'igerator beli)re cleaning or making
repairs.
• Repairs should be made by a qualified setwice
technician.
AVERTISSEMENT
• Ces r_fl'ig&'ateurs sont lourds en haut et il flint les
arrimer pour _\'iter leur basculement. 11 taut avoir
un syst_me de protection contre le renve_sement.
Voir les d0tails page 19.
• I1 ne taut utiliser cet appareil que pour l'utilisation
aI)I)ropri0e.
• R(_l)arer ou remplacer imm(_diatement tout cordon
_lectrique eltiloch_ ou endommag_.
• I1 taut d_brancher le rc)ti'ig_rateur avant le
nettoyage ou toute intervention.
• i,es r(_parations doivent _tre taites par un
technicien qualifi&
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 mid Accessories, call
1.800.626.2002.
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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, RO Water 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
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Design Guide
THE INSTALLATION SPACE
841/2" max
831/2" rain
Finished
Opening
36"Models12"
42" Models18"
48" Models20"
_Finished Width--
-24"
3 1/2"
75"FromFloor
to Bottom
of Electrical
Area
*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.
Additional Specifications
• A 115 volt 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power supply 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 tault 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.
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DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES
_83-1/
at
Rea
25-3/8"FramedModels
25-3/4"StainlessSteelModels
35",41", or47" _ CaseDepth
]_gaseWidth_-I_]
_84"From
Floorto
TopFrame
Shippingheight.The
refrigeratorcanbe
adjustedto fit intoa
cutoutthat is83-1/2"
min.to 84-1/2"max.
height.Notethat the
top casetrim at the
front is 1/2"higher
andwill overlap
uppercabinetryor
soffit. Useleveling
legsandwheelsfor a
maximum1" height
adjustment.
_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...... / ,... .)_
90° DoorSwing
T
23-7/8"
Behind
Frame
Models A B C
36" 13" 15" 20-5/8"
42" 13" 19" 26-5/8"
48" 15" 20" 28-5/8"
4" Min.
to Wall
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.
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Design Guide
Refrigerator
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 custompanel dependsoncorrect
panelthickness. Framedpanels must be
1/4"nominal. Overlay panelsshould be
constructed as shownto accomplish atotal
1.100"thickness. See pages7 and 8 for details.
23-7/8"From
Rearof
Refrigerator
Case
Trim
1/4"
Door
FramelessCabinets:The casetrim overlaps
cabinets atthe top andsides. Therefore,
frameless cabinets may require filler strips to
prevent interfeence with cabinet door swing.
Theopening must allow for filler strips.
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Design Guide
Refrigerator
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. Dispensertrim fit 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
CaseTrim
23-7/8"
FromRearof
Refrigerator
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.
, b
i i
' ' 1/4"
1/2"
3/4"
1-1/4"
i
i
i
' 1-1/2"
3/4" Overlay
Panel
(NominalSize)
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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.
Framed panels
You mav install 1/4" thick custom panels fl'om ycmr
cabinet manufactm'er. The decorative panel slides into
the tactorv installed trim. O_; order black, white and
stainless steel accessory panels from your Monogram
dealer.
Overlay panels
You may also choose to install custom overlay panels
fl'om wmr cabinet mmmfacturer. This design provides
a seamless appearance which integrates smoothly with
SmTotmding cabinetry.
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3/4"OverlayPanel_ _
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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,
wm may order ZKHSS2 Monogram stainless steel
tubular handle kit fro" 3/4" overlay panels.
Side Panels
Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the
refl'igerator will be exposed.
Framed Panel
StandardDoorHandles
Standard supplied handles shown in 1/4"panel position.
Optional Accessory Kits
ZKHSS2: Monogram Tubular Stainless Steel handles
designed to fit 3/4" overlay 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.
ZISW480D ZPW480D ZPS480D
ZIS480N ZPW480N ZPB480N ZPS480N
ZISB420D ZPB420D ZPS420D
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 fralne 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 fimm tape to improve
the fit,
II _ 5/16"
Trim
Door %ve*
IMPORTANTNOTE:Maximum total panelweight:
• Freshfood door panel-75 Ibs.
• Freezerdoor panel -53 Ibs.
• Grille Panel - 18Ibs.
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.
• 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.
A
Grille Panel
t
F
Dispenser_,
Cutout
C
Freezer FreshFood
Panel Panel
m m
I_D_I I_E_
Dispenser Cutout
I_ 94/8"
Side-by-Side(ininches)
15-3/8"
36"Models 33-7/8
42"Models 39-7/8
48"Models 45-7/8
Theframed panel must be 1/4"nominal thickness
to fit the dispenser trim.
9 68-3/8 14-9/16 18-9/16
9-1/2 68-3/8 14-9/16 24-9/16
9-1/2 68-3/8 18-9/16 26-9/16
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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 refiigerator 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.
\
Door
t
1/4"
Backer_ .10"
Panel _Spacer
OverlayPanel
BackerPanel
NOTE: Left-to-right offset
is not always equal to
top-to-bottom offset.
.2BO"+ .10" + .750" = 1.1OO"TotalPanelThickness
• The overlay panel must be constructed according to
the specifications shown to achieve the correct total
thickness.
• Alternative panel const_ uction methods such as
secming 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 i
7
F
Dispenserj
Cutout
Freezer Fresh Food
Panel Panel
_D_] _E_
Dispenser Cutout
15-3/8"
I_ 94/8"
36"Side-by-Side(ininches)
*Cut the dispenser opening after the backer, spacer and overlay
panels have been assembled.
IMPORTANT NOTE:Maximum total weight for the assembled
panels:
• Freshfood door panel-75 Ibs.
• Freezerdoor panel -53 Ibs.
• Grille Panel - 18Ibs.
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
42"Side-by-Side(ininches)
14-9/16 18-9/16
13-1/4 17-1/4
14-13/16 18-13/16
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
Dispens
Trim
10-5/8%___.
1/4" Backer
.10"SF
3/4"Overlay
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
FREEZERDOOR
1/4"DispenserTrim
FREEZERDOOR
3/4"Overlay Dispenser Trim
0.250"
Thick
1.100"
Total Thickness
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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 mamdhcturer.
• ()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"
_ _Y' to4"
2-9/16"
* Depending on installation height.
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
• Alunlinunl cover trim tot 3/4" overlay panels with
custom handles. Inchldes 92 flat head screws and
4 endcaps.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
• 35" long 2x4 tin" Anti-Tip suI)port
• 1/4" copper water line tubing or GE
SmartCom_ect TM Refl'igerator Tubing kits
• Water shut-off valve (optional but recommended)
• Custom panels for doo_ and grille panel
• Screws to secm'e refrigerator to cabinetry
• Stick-on hook and loop fastener strips fl_r
1/4" side panels
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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 you 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 electdc 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 _._._ _-)
CIR(:UMSTANCES, CUT
OR REMOVE THE THIRD
(GROUND) PRONG
FROM THE POX_ ER CORD.
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT
THE REFRIGERATOR TO A 2-PRONG OUTLET.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS
APPI,IANCE.
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Installation Instructions
[STEP 1] REMOVE PACKAGING
CAUTION: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
plus lourd 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 otlter 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 four 5/16" bolts
fl'om the base channels in the tie-downs.
• Remoxe the fore" 7/16"
bolts secm'ing the straps
to the skid.
CAUTION:1,oNOS
ATTEMPT TO ROI,I,
UNIT OFF SKID.
Remove
TieDowns
,/
PRUDENCE:n,NE
FAUT PAS ESSAYER DE
FAIP,E ROUI,EP, I,E
I)d_FI_,IGt_RATE/_,rl ). POUR
I/ENI,EVER DE I__Y
PA1,ETTE.
• SuI)port blocks on the bottom of the refl'igeration
case must be removed befl_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,itt the refl]gerator off the skid with an appliance
dolly. Handle from the sides.
[STEP 2] INSTALL WATER LINE
• 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 Sulart(_onnect 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 mav crack or mptm'e with age
_lll(1 Catlse water dalnage to VO/lI" houle.
GE SmartCmmect "_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,_3XOSXIO015
25' (7.6 m) X,_3XOSXlO025
CopperTubingJ
Shut off the main water supply.
Turn on the nearest taucet long enough to clear the
line of water.
• Install a shut-off wflve between the icemaker water
valve and cold water pipe in a basement or cabinet.
The shut-oft valve should be located where it will
be easily accessible,
• Turn on the main water SUl)ply and flush debris.
Rtm 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
phunbing codes.
NOTE:Commonwealth of Massachusetts Phunbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wflves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts,
Consult with votu" 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 relnoved. For better ice and water
periin'mance, remove the filter and install the filter
bypass I)lu_*
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
refrigerator with stick-on hook and loop fastener
strips betin'e setting refl'igerator in place.
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ISTEP 41 INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKETS
WARNING:Am,-T,pPRECAUT,ONS
The refl'igerator is top-heaxy and must be secured to
prexent the possibility of tipping forward.
ATTENTION:PRECAUTIONSCOmRE,ES
BASCULEMENTS
I,e rg_frig_rateur est beaucoup plus lom'd en haut et il
flint le maintenir en place pour _xiter la possibilit_ de
son basctllelllent x, ei's l'axant.
• Cut a 2" x 4" block, 35" long and secure the block
to the mortaring, brackets I)r°xided using, #12 or #14
wood screws.
2x4Cut _-
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
m_
%iii{ i: Brackets
Not Required
Beneath a
Soffit
SideView
• Screws m ust penetrate at least one inch into vertical
wall studs.
• Beli)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 undera soffit or
if there is notenoughheightfor this methodof security,bracketscannot
beused.Proceedtostep 5 to levelthe refrigeratorandthento step7
to securerefrigeratorto cabinets.Seestep6 if you havemetalwall
studs.Therefrigeratormustbesecuredto preventtipping.
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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.
ll
I
Hex NutAdjusts_/
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 _'l2,15 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.
ISTEP 61ALTERNATE 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
• 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 m ust
be secm'elv tastened to cabinets on both sides.
• Install flmr, 1-1/2" drywall screws into the pilot holes.
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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.
D_ _ '_
ThroughCaseTrimInto
AdjacentCabinets
ISTEP 81 ADJUST DOOR SWING
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.
[STEP 9] INSTALL GRILLE PANEL
To insert fl'amed or o_erla) panel into the grille:
• Raise the grille panel to stop position.
Loosen
Side
Trim
Screw
_ ['_[_ ! _ ] Rariil_e['L_L_ A
Pan_-I _ _-_- Side
AdjustNutBelow
Springto Accommodate
PanelWeight
• I,oosen screws on side trim behind frame. Remoxe
bottom trim.
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 •
• I,e panneau en m_tal
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.
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ISTEP 101 INSTALL 1/4" FRAMED PANELS Goto Step9Afor OverlayPanels
Install door panels:
• Open door to 90 °. ]_.elnove 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 fl'amed panel into tile door trim.
Dispenser Models Only:
• Tile dispenser controls prottude bevond tile lace of
tile fl'eezer door. To avoid damage to tile dispenser.
tile trim at tile top of tile door should be removed.
• P,emove 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.
• There are two sets of holes in tile 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 tile same procedures to install tile opposite
panel.
• Check to be sure handles are evenly aligned with each
other at tile top. To a(!just, loosen handle screws and
slide up or down. Tighten screws.
NOTE: Aluminum cover trim is supplied fi)r use with
custom handles on overlay panels. It is not intended for
use with 1/4" panels. Discard tile cover trim when using
1/ 4" ti'amed panels.
Handle
Trim
Supplied
HandleShown
in 1/4"Panel
Position
DoorTrim
Refrigerator
Door
UseFrontHoles
to SecureTrim
UseRearHoles
to SecureHandle
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Installation Instructions
[STEP 10AI 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.
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.
Handle
Trim
Move
Forward
For3/4"
Panel
DoorTrim
Refrigerator
Door
Supplied Handle
Shown in Overlay
PanelPosition
Use Front Holes
to Secure Handle
UseRearHoles
to SecureTrim
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Installation Instructions
ISTEP10AI (continued)
Custom Handles
• If )'ou are using cust(m_ 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.
CoverTrim
Insert
Aluminum
Trim Int0
End Cap.
Top End Cap Fits
Over the Aluminum
Trim. Secure Cap
with 2 Screws.
• Remove the trim. Peel awav a tew inches of the
adhesive backing.
IMPORTANT:Tape is very sticky and strong. Once it
adheres to a surtace, it cannot be removed without
damaging both stlrlhces. Do not install the trim before
the final wood panels axe in place. Be sure to align the
trim careflfllv befl)re removing the paper backing.
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ISTEP 10AI (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
befln'e 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.
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[STEP 11] 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
Overlay
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,
• 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,
[STEP 12] CONNECT WATER SUPPLY
E
• 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.
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
7 --- Pa,_eIT_Lr
\ {IfHe!tr,co,
Master Light I] / Outlet
Sw tch ]]
• Check to make sure power to refl'igerator is on by
opening refl'igerator door to see if interior lights
are on.
• Tile teini)erature controls are preset at 37°F f_)i"
tile fl'esh tood section and 0°F tot tile fl'eezer.
• Allow 24 horn's to stabilize befi_re making
a<!itlstments.
ISTEP 141START ICEMAKER
PowerSwitch
Light
• Flip tile switch to I (ON). Tile icemaker will begin
operation automaticallv.
• Be sure nothing interferes with tile sweep of tile
feeler arm.
• Discard the first fidl bucket of ice cubes,
• To turn tile icemaker off, set tile switch to O (OFF).
lSTEP 15] INSTALL TOEKICK
• I,ocate tile supplied toekick (shii)ped taped to
tile side of tile reflJgerator). Install with 2 screws
provided, at!just to desired height and tighten
scFews.
• A custom toekick can be installed to match or
complement tile surrounding cabinetry. Use tile
sui)plied toekick as a template to cut tile shape.
Supplied T0ekick
%
-%
1/4" or Thicker T0ekick
%
"%
INSPECT FINAL INSTALLATION
Check door aligmnent
Stand back awav fl'om tile refl'igerator to inspect tile
final installation,
• Check to be sure handles are evenly aligned with
each other at tile top. To a@_st, loosen handle
screws and slide up or down. Tighten screws.
• Dm'ing shii)ping or tile addition of heavy door
panels may have caused tile doors to move slightly
out of aligmn ent.
- %
'DoorOutof
Alignment
--. ) Door Hin e
• If necessary, tile fl'esh tbod door may be a@lsted
up or down to align with the freezer door,
• Use a 5/16" wrench to a(!just the hinge pin as
S h own.
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Pub.No.49-60314
Dwg.No. 197D5947PO01
01-04JR
26054-0
NOTE:While performing installations described inthis book,
safety glasses or goggles should be worn.
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