PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Reversing Door Hinges
These instructions contain Warning statements.
This information is important for safe and efficient
installation.
Always read and follow all Warning statements!
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT
This highlights information that is especially
relevant to a problem-free installation.
Open the refrigerator door.
1.
Release the spring tension of the top and bottom hinges by
turning the indicated screw counterclockwise.
(Depending on model and options)
Door hinges should only be changed by a trained
expert.
Changing the door hinges must be done by two
people.
WARNING
The doors must be secured to prevent
injury and to stop the doors falling off.
NOTe
This instruction describes the reverse of the door
hinges from right to left.
The procedure described in this instruction manual
can be applied in the opposite direction when
changing the hinges from left to right on appli-
ances.
1.
There are the numbers 1 and 0 stamped on the hinge.
In the tense state the screw is in the 1 position.
During turning, the screw moves to the right.
It requires 8 full turns (360°) until the screw is in the 0 position
and the hinge is released completely.
WARNING
Do not change the door hinges without
tension release of both hinges. If the hinge
accidentally snaps shut, this can cause
serious injury on fingers or hands.
2
WARNING
Before performing the next steps,
secure the door from falling off.
One person must hold the door permanently when the screws are removed.
Failure to follow these instrictions can
result in death or serious injury.
Close the refrigerator door.
2.
Remove the screws of the bottom hinge bracket.
Remove the screws of the top hinge bracket.
3.
Remove the refrigerator door.
IMPORTANT
The screws are needed to mount the hinges on the
opposite side again.
3.
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4.
Remove the covers inside the opening of the
4.
top and bottom hinge. Pry out the covers at the
marked position using a small flat head screwdriver.
NOTe
These covers can be reused in the opposite
position.
If snap lugs on the covers are broken during
removal, use the new covers provided with the
reverse kit.
Unscrew both hinges.
5.
IMPORTANT
The screws are needed to mount the hinges
on the opposite side again.
5.
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