KitchenAid KBFC42FT, KBLC36FB, KBLO36FB, KBRC36FB, KBRO36FB Dimension Guide

Bottom Mount Built-in Refrigerator

PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

KBFC42FT
KBFO42FT
KBLC36FB
KBLC36FT
KBLO36FB
KBLO36FT

Electrical: A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15- or
20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is
required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided.

KBLS36FT
KBRC36FB
KBRC36FT
KBRO36FB
KBRO36FT
KBRS36FT

Height dimensions are shown with the
leveling legs extended to

¹⁄₈" (3 mm)

below the rollers.
The water line attached to the back of

the refrigerator is 5' (1.5 m) long.

SIDE VIEW

A

23

"

¹⁄₂

(59.7 cm)

Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a
switch. Do not use an extension cord.

A grounded 3 prong electrical outlet should be
placed within 4" (10.2 cm) of the right side
cabinets or end panel.

IMPORTANT: If this product is connected to a
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrrupter) protected
outlet, nuisance tripping of the power supply may
occur, resulting in loss of cooling. Food quality
and flavor may be affected. If nuisance tripping

*83³⁄₈"

(211.8 cm)

84" (213.4 cm)
Power Cord

has occurred, and if the condition of the food
appears poor, dispose of it.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation,
cleaning, or removing a light bulb, remove the top
grille and turn the master power switch to OFF or
disconnect power at the circuit breaker box.
When you are finished, turn ON the master pwer

¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm)

*3

switch or reconnect power at the circuit breaker
box. Then, reset the control to the desired setting.

Water Supply: A cold water supply with water
pressure between 30 and 120 psi (207 and

Series A

Overlay Desgn 25¹⁄₈" (63.8 cm)
Euro-Style or 25³⁄₈

Pro-Style®Design

" (64.5 cm)

827 kPa) is required to operate the water
dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions
about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualified plumber.

The water shutoff should be located in the base
cabinet on either side of the refrigerator or some
other easily accessible area. If the water shutoff

TOP VIEW

NOTE: Add up to 2¹¹⁄₁₆" (6.74 cm)
for the handles

.

41

¹⁄₄"

A Width

(105 cm)

valve is not in the cabinets, the plumbing for the
water line can come through the floor or the back
wall.

IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply

ModelWidth A

36" (91.4 cm) 35¹⁄₄" (89.5 cm)
42" (106.7 cm) 41¹⁄₄" (105 cm)

25³⁄₈"
(64.5 cm)

coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to
the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to
be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa).

DOOR SWING DIMENSIONS

The location must permit the door to open a minimum of 90°. Allow 4¹⁄₂" (11.4 cm)
minimum space between the side of the refrigerator and a corner wall.

NOTE: More clearance may be required if you are using overlay panels or custom handles.

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¹⁄₂"

13

(34.3 cm)

max.

40⁷⁄₁₆"

(102.7 cm)

44¹⁄₄"
(112.3 cm)

23"

(58 cm)

max.

51"

(130 cm)

59"

(150 cm)

90˚

110˚

130˚

130˚

110˚

90˚

90˚

110˚

130˚

FRONT VIEW

36" (91.4 cm) Models

36¹⁄₄" (92 cm)

*83³⁄₈"
(211.8 cm)

42" (106.7 cm) Models

42¹⁄₄" (107.3 cm)

* When leveling legs are fully extended to 1¹⁄₄" (3.2 cm) below

rollers, add 1

¹⁄₈" (2.9 cm) to the height dimensions.

OPENING DIMENSIONS

To avoid tipping during use, the solid
soffit must be within 1" (2.5 cm)
maximum above the refrigerator. If the
solid soffit is higher than 1" (2.5 cm) or

¹⁄₂"

(1.3 cm)

one is not available, then the
refrigerator must be braced.

If the anti-tip boards are needed, they
must be attached to the rear wall studs
80" to 90" (203 to 229 cm) above the floor.

80" - 90"

(203-229 cm)

Model Dimension B

36" (91.4 cm) 4" (10.2 cm)

42" 106.7 cm) 10" (25.4 cm)

83¹⁄₂" (212.1 cm) min.

³⁄₄" (215 cm) max.

84
to bottom of solid soffit

B

NOTE:

A clearance of
(1.3 cm) must be
maintained in front
of the refrigerator’s
side trim in order
for the top grille to
be removed.

NOTE:

Flooring under

77"
(196 cm)

refrigerator must
be at same level
as the room.

A

Width

(see chart following)

ModelWidth A

36" (91.4 cm) 35¹⁄₂" (90.2 cm)
42" 106.7 cm) 41¹⁄₂" (105.4 cm)

1"

24"

(60.96 cm) min.

(2.54 cm)

6"

(15.2 cm)

6"

(15.2 cm)

(15.2 cm)

6"

*83³⁄₈"
(211.8 cm)

¹⁄₂"

Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve
our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.

Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.

Ref. W10379132A

2/13/13