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Water
R600a Refrigerant
IMPORTANT
This indicates information that is especially relevant
to a problem-free installation and operation.
Note to the Installer
It is very important to follow the instructions in the
manual to ensure proper installation and operation of
the unit.
Before installing the unit, be sure to thoroughly read
and understand all of the information in this manual.
WARNING !
Electrocution hazard.
Do not connect to the electrical outlet
before the installation is completed.
WARNING !
The refrigerant R600a contained within the
appliance is environmentally friendly, but
flammable. Leaking refrigerant can ignite.
To prevent possible ignition, follow
the warnings below:
•
Keep ventilation openings, in
the appliance enclosure or in
the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
• Donotdamagetherefrigerant
circuit.
• Componentpartsandpowercordsshallbe
replaced with like components performed by
factory authorized service personnel only.
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afety
Disposal of Old Appliance
DANGER!
Risk of child entrapment.
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of
the past.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous –
even if they will sit for “just a few days.”
If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help prevent accidents.
Before you discard old appliances:
• Takeoffthedoors.
• Leavetheshelvesinplacesothatchildren
may not easily climb inside.
• Cutoffthepowercablefromthediscarded
refrigerator. Discard separately from the
refrigerator.
• Besuretofollowyourlocalrequirementsfor
disposal of appliances.
Electrical Safety
Connect this appliance to a 15 amp or 20 amp, 110120 VAC circuit which is grounded and protected by a
circuit breaker or fuse.
We recommend using a dedicated circuit for this appliance to prevent circuit overload and the chance of
interruption to the appliance.
This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) polarized plug for your protection against possible
shock hazards.
Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered,
contact a qualified electrician and have it replaced with
a properly grounded three-prong receptacle in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING!
Electrocution hazard.
Electricalgroundingrequired.
Do not remove the round grounding
•
prong from the plug.
Contact the trash collection agency in
your area for additional information.
Disposal of Packaging Material
WARNING !
Keep packaging materials away from
children. Polythene sheets and bags can
cause suffocation!
If possible, please recycle packaging material at a recycling facility.
Do not use extension cords or
•
ungrounded (two prong) adapters.
• Donotuseapowercordthatisfrayedor
damaged.
• Do not use a power strip.
Failure to follow these instructions may
result in fire, electric shock or death.
Blocking for Safety
WARNING !
To avoid a hazard due to instability of the
appliance, it must be fixed in accordance
with the instructions.
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Appliance Dimensions
MF 1851
Stated minimum height dimensions include when the levelled feet are fully inserted.
Width will increase by 1/4" (6.5 mm) when mounting strips are installed.
MF 2451
Door Swing Clearance (top view)
MF 1851
Inset installation style
A = 8 1/4" (210 mm)
B = 1/2" (12.5 mm)
C = 19 7/8" (505 mm)
Frameless installation style
A = 8 1/2" (216 mm)
B = 1/2" (12.5 mm)
C = 20 3/8" (517 mm)
MF 2451
Inset installation style
A = 10 3/4" (273 mm)
B = 1/2" (12.5 mm)
C = 25 7/8" (658 mm)
Frameless installation style
A = 11" (279 mm)
B = 1/2" (12.5 mm)
C = 26 3/8" (670 mm)
Dimension A and B: Add panel thickness and handle to calculate distance to wall.
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Cabinet Opening Dimensions
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A
Cabinet depth frameless installation
style = 25" (635 mm)
This is the point where the power
cord exits from the appliance rear.
3/4" (19 mm) from the left and 5"
(127 mm) from the floor.
Free length of the power cord is 98"
(2.5 m).
IMPORTANT
The power plug must be
easily accessible so that
the appliance can be
disconnected from the mains
quickly in an emergency. It
must not be behind the back
of the appliance.
C
The appliance has a recess in this
area for cable and waterline laying.
1" (25 mm) in depth and 5 1/2"
(140 mm) in height over the whole
width of the appliance.
D
This surface is visible when the
appliance door is open. Designed
finish is required.
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Panel Dimensions
18" recess
Inset installation style
H = 79 7/8" (2029 mm)
W = 17 3/4" (451 mm)
Frameless installation style
H = 80" (2032 mm) plus overlapping of the panel on the top
W = 18" (457 mm) plus overlapping of the panel on both sides
Minimum panel thickness = 5/8" (16 mm)
Maximum panel thickness = 3/4" (19 mm)
Maximum panel weight = 40 lbs (18 kg)
24" recess
Inset installation style
H = 79 7/8" (2029 mm)
W = 23 3/4" (603 mm)
Frameless installation style
H = 80" (2032 mm) plus overlapping of the panel on the top
W = 24" (610 mm) plus overlapping of the panel on both sides
Minimum panel thickness = 5/8" (16 mm)
Maximum panel thickness = 3/4" (19 mm)
Maximum panel weight = 52 lbs (24 kg)
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Unpacking
1. Cut the straps and
remove them.
2. Press in the lug, tear
the carton on the edge
and remove it.
3. Remove all styrofoam packing
material from the sides and top.
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7. Remove the safety transportation brackets.
Remove the packed cover
strips and support strips from
the appliance rear.
4. Remove the box with
mounting parts.
5. Remove the ventilation grille.
6. Secure the appliance door with tape
to prevent it from being opened accidentally.
WARNING !
Risk of injury and damage.
Fourpeoplearerequiredtosafelyremove
the appliance from the bottom pallet.
8. One person tilt the appliance back
carefully and holds it in place.
9. Two people grasp the appliance from the bottom and
lift. One on each side.
DANGER!
Risk of death or serious injury due to
appliance tipping.
Do not remove the transit supports before
the appliance is in the recess.
10. One person removes the pallet.
Place the appliance carefully on the floor.
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Standard Accessories
Top cover for the door
panel attachment bracket
Retaining screws for installation
30 pcs.8 pcs.2 pcs.
16 pcs.20 pcs.
Ventilation grille
20 pcs.
M6 x 12
Door rack
3 pcs.
10 mm
wrench
Panel
support
strips
Door cover strips
for the panel
supports
Water filter
Appliance cover strips
for the gap between
appliance and recess
Panel support
10 pcs.
duct in the toe kick area
SmartDeviceBox
Includes component for
Smartphone Connectivity
DO NOT DISCARD!
Forward to appliance user!
TM
Tor x
keys
Divider for ventilation
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Anti-Tipping Device
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The anti-tipping device is mounted on the back wall in
the recess at the finished installation height. After the
appliance is in the recess and raised in height, the hook
of the bracket will connect with the appliance top and
prevent tipping.
Mounting the Anti-Tipping Device
WARNING !
• Theanti-tippingbracketmustbemountedto
prevent the appliance from tipping when the
fully stocked door is opened.
• Besurethatthereisnoplumbingor
electrical wiring located in this area which
screws or drills could damage.
Adjustment of the anti-tipping bracket for use in a
25" deep recess
Both base parts of the bracket must
be adjusted for use in a recess
with a depth of 25".
- Loosen the screws.
- Move the base part back
or forth.
- Tighten the screws.
Adjustment for 5/8"
door panels
If the recess is deeper than 25", a spacer must be
mounted between bracket and wall.
Adjustment for 3/4" door
panels
1.
1.
1. Remove the anti-tipping bracket. The screws are no
longer needed.
The anti-tipping bracket is ajustable in its depth. It is
preset for use in a recess with a depth of 24".
4.
3.
2. Mark a centerline on the back
wall.
3. Position the anti-tipping bracket at the stated height and
align with the centerline.
4. Fasten the anti-tipping bracket
through the outer left and
right and any other hole using
the eight screws 6 x 60 provided.
Use appropriate anchors for
concrete walls.
2.
3.
4.
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Safety Instructions and Warnings
for
Water Connection
• Donotinstallthewaterconnectionwhiletheappliance is connected to an electrical outlet.
line and the main water supply. It must be easily accessible so the water supply can be stopped
immediately if necessary.
Appliance Installation
Move the appliance towards the final position and leave
enough space to work behind.
Insert the water line until it comes out
on the appliance rear and pull through.
IMPORTANT
Do not install the shut-off valve behind the appliance.
For the water supply we recommend
braided style ice maker hoses with
1/4" connectors.
To connect to a 1/4" copper line
use a 1/4" compression nut and a
metal compression ring.
To connect to a 1/4" PEX line use a
1/4” compression nut and a plastic
compression ring.
A water line is not supplied with the appliance.
IMPORTANT
Do not use any old or already premounted water
supply lines.
Connect the other end to the male
connector and tighten.
IMPORTANT
Make sure that the connection is fitted with a seal
and is tight.
Remove the cover.
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Insert the water filter as far as it will go
with the front knobs in a horizontal position
and turn clockwise until it snaps in.
Route the power cord
towards the electrical outlet.
Route the water line towards
the water shut-off valve.
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Apply the appliance cover strips to
the left and right front edge of the
appliance housing, align in height
with the top profile and screw into
place. The strip is transparent so
the designed mounting holes on
the appliance housing are visible.
Remove the
tapes.
Recess
Top view
Slide the appliance into the
recess. To avoid damage,
move the power cord and the
water line at once.
Open the door and
remove the transit
support.
Align the appliance in
depth.
X = Recess front to
appliance housing front
(not cover strip)
Remove the mounting
strip from the attachment
bracket, turn 180° and
insert into the attachment
bracket as far as it will go.
Inset 3/4" (19 mm) panel
1
X = 2
Inset 5/8" (16 mm) panel
X = 2
Frameless
X = 1
/
" (63 mm)
2
3
/
" (60 mm)
8
3
/
" (44 mm)
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Remove the transit supports
using the Torx 25 key.
DANGER!
Risk of death or serious injury due to
appliance tipping.
Do not open the appliance door before the
height adjustment is finished and the anti
tipping bracket supports the appliance.
Mount the ventilation grille with the grille
segments tilted down.
Fasten the appliance in
the recess through the
appliance cover strips
using eight screws 4 x 14
for each side.
Left
Turn clockwise to raise
the appliance.
Raise the appliance evenly by turning the screws serially until the appliance top back touches the anti-tipping
bracket (lift approx. 1/4" / 6.5 mm).
Turn counterclockwise
to raise the appliance.
Right
IMPORTANT
When turning the screws with a power driver please
consider absolutely.
Maximum rotation speed = 400 rpm
Maximum tourque = 8.8 lbs/in (1 Nm)
Failure to follow this instruction will result in
damage to the height adjustment unit.
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Close the front part of the appliance cover strips.
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Push the mounting strip upwards. The bottom edge of
the mounting strip must be aligned with the top edge of
the adjacent cabinet door.
Inset installation style
Frameless installation style
Position the attachment bracket in the middle of the
door panel, align horizontally and secure to the
door panel using eight 4 x 14 screws.
Open the door.
Unscrew the attachment bracket
with the mounting strip. Use the
10 mm wrench provided.
IMPORTANT
Door handles should be mounted now because the
side support strips will cover the mounting holes.
Only use countersunk
screws for handle mounting.
The holes should be countersunk.
The screw heads should be
flush with the panel.
IMPORTANT
When removing, ensure that the
mounting strip does not move.
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Position the panel support strips with the top lug in
the cut of the top attachment bracket.
Align the strips parallel to the side edge
of the panel and screw into place
with ten 4 x 14 screws.
IMPORTANT
If the door has to be limited to a 90° opening angle,
it must be done before the panel is mounted onto
the appliance door. See chapter "Important Note
for Changing over Door Hinges or Limiting the
Hinges to a 90° Opening Angle" on page 17.
Open the appliance door.
Place the door panel on the top adjusting
bolts and align in the centre.
Screw the hex nuts onto the
adjusting bolts and tighten.
Use the 10 mm wrench
provided.
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Close the door and check the position of the panel.
Mount the base of the ventilation ductdivider with two screws 4 x 19.
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Align the panel in its vertical
position if necessary.
Loosen the hex nuts
and turn the adusting bolts with the
Torx 15 key provided.
Align the panel horizontally with the long
holes in the attachment bracket.
Align the panel in its depth at the bottom.
Loosen the screws, align the panel and tighten the
screws. Use the Torx 20 key provided.
Fasten the panel through the bottom attachment bracket with two screws 4 x 14.
Tighten the hex
nuts. Use the 10 mm
wrench provided.
Align the panel in its
depth.
Loosen the screws,
align the panel and
tighten the screws.
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Insert the panel supports into the support strips
between panel and appliance door and screw
into place with two screws M6 x 12 each.
Hook the door cover strips at the front of the supports
and snap in at the back.
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Please note in case of removing
appliance from the recess
Click cover into place.
If the appliance has to be removed from the recess
again, please make sure you take account of the following.
1. Remove the mounted front panel from the appliance
do or.
2. Lower the appliance using the height adjustment unit.
3. Mount the transit supports with
two screws for each support using
a Torx 25 key.
DANGER!
Insert the door racks.
Insert the hooks of the rack into the
openings of the clip-in strip at the
desired height and push down.
IMPORTANT
Be sure each door rack is fixed
properly in the clip-in strip.
Risk of death or serious injury due to
appliance tipping.
Do not remove the appliance without the
mounted transit supports.
Important Note for Changing
over Door Hinges or Limiting the
Hinges to a 90° Opening Angle
Changing the door hinges or limiting the hinges to a 90°
opening angle should only be carried out by a trained
expert.
The door hinges are fitted with strong closing springs. If
the hinge accidentally snaps shut, this can lead to serious injury.
The door itself is very heavy. Do not try to dismount the
door yourself.
Contact the Liebherr service for more information. See
contact details on the back of this manual.
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For Service in the U.S.
Liebherr Service Center
Toll Free: 1-866-LIEBHER or 1-866-543-2437
Email: Service-appliances.us@liebherr.com
PlusOne Solutions, Inc.
3501 Quadrangle Blvd, Suite 120
Orlando, FL 32817