Marvel M36AR Operation Manual
Installation
Operation
and
Maintenance
Instructions
Built In
All Refrigerator
M24AR
M30AR
M36AR
CONTENTS
Unpacking the refrigerator ............. ......................................3
Tools required ..................................................................3
Warranty registration ...........................................................4
Dimensions for M(XX)AR with Solid Door ...........................5
Dimensions for M(XX)AR with Solid Overlay Door ..............6
Dimensions for M(XX)AR with Glass Door ..........................7
Dimensions for M(XX)AR with Glass Overlay Door .............8
Preinstallation considerations .............................................9
Rough in opening ...........................................................9
Select location ................................................................9
Corner installation .........................................................10
Electrical requirements .................................................10
Installing the cabinet .........................................................11
Anti tip bracket considerations .......................................11
Leveling the unit ................................................................12
Installing the power module ..............................................13
Placing power module on top of cabinet .........................13
Power module electrical connections .............................13
Installing the grille .............................................................14
Custom Grille and Door Overlay Panels ............................17
Mounting Grille Overlay Panel ......................................17
Overlay Door Panel Instructions ....................................18
Hinge and gasket adjustments ..........................................20
Installing side panels .........................................................21
Installing the kickplate .......................................................21
Installation checks ............................................................22
Common installation errors ..............................................22
Use and care guide ...........................................................23
Using your refrigerator ...................................................23
Temperatures ..................................................................23
Defrosting .......................................................................23
Cleaning .........................................................................23
Condenser cleaning procedure ......................................24
Energy saving tips .............................................................25
Product sounds .................................................................25
Troubleshooting guide ......................................................26
Obtaining service ..............................................................26
Warranty ...........................................................................27
Important Safety Instructions
Warnings and safety instructions appearing in this guide
are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situa-
tions that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care
must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operat-
ing this appliance.
Recognize Safety Symbols,
Words, and Labels.
!
WARNING
WARNING-Hazards or unsafe practices with
high probability of personal injury or property / product damage.
!
CAUTION
CAUTION-Hazards or unsafe practices which could
result in personal injury or property or product damage.
NOTE
NOTE-Important information to help assure a problem
free installation and operation.
is committed to building a quality product
in an environmentally friendly manner. Our processes are
tightly controlled and closely monitored. We have achieved
certications in ISO 9001 for quality assurance, ISO 14001
for environmental management, and OHSAS 18001 for oc-
cupational health and safety from Lloyd’s Register Quality
Assurance.
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UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
!
WARNING
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
Use two or more people to move product.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Remove Interior Packaging
Your refrigerator has been packed for shipment with all
parts that could be damaged by movement securely fastened. Remove internal packing materials and any tape
holding internal components in place. The owners manual
is shipped inside the product in a plastic bag along with the
warranty registration card, and other accessory items.
Important
Keep your carton and packaging until your refrigerator has
been thoroughly inspected and found to be in good condi-
tion. If there is damage, the packaging will be needed as
proof of damage in transit. Afterwards please dispose of all
items responsibly in particular the plastic bags which can
be a suffocation hazard.
!
CAUTION
Help Prevent Tragedies
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the
past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous
- even if they sit out for "just a few days".
If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow
the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
• Take off the doors or remove the drawers.
• Leave the shelves in place so children may not easily
climb inside.
Tools to have available for installation:
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat blade screwdriver
• Hex head nut drivers size 1⁄4" and 5⁄16"
• Level
• Drill and drill bit (#6 - .204)
• Open end wrenchs size 1⁄4", 7⁄16" and 1⁄2"
• Slip joint pliers
• Adjustable wrench
• Tape measure
• Hex socket and ratchet size 7⁄16"
• 3/32" Hex key (Allen wrench)
Note to Customer
This merchandise was carefully packed and thoroughly
inspected before leaving our plant. Responsibility for its
safe delivery was assumed by the retailer upon acceptance
of the shipment. Claims for loss or damage sustained in
transit must be made to the retailer.
DO NOT RETURN DAMAGED MERCHANDISE TO THE
MANUFACTURER - FILE THE CLAIM WITH THE RE-
TAILER.
!
CAUTION
If the power module was shipped or has been laying on
its side for any period of time allow the power module to
sit upright for a period of at least 24 hours before plugging
in. This will assure oil returns to the compressor. Plugging
the power module in immediately may cause damage to
internal parts.
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Power module serial
plate is behind the
grille on the front of
the power module-
Cabinet serial plate is on the
inside top liner toward the right
side-
Figure 1
Serial plate
locations
Warranty Registration
It is important you send in your warranty registration card
immediately after taking delivery of your refrigerator.
The following information will be required when registering
your unit.
Service Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Dealer’s name and address
The service number and serial number can be found on the
serial plates which are located on the power module and
the cabinet. See gure 1 above for locations.
Figure 2
Power module
serial plate
Figure 3
Cabinet
serial plate
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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS FOR M(XX)AR WITH SOLID DOOR
Electrical Requirements:
1
⁄2"
(12.7mm)
"B"
1
⁄2"
(12.7mm)
29⁄16"
(6.5cm)
A grounded 115 volt, 60 cycle, single phase, 15 amp
dedicated circuit is required. Follow all local building codes
when installing electrical and unit.
MODEL "A" "B" "C"
M24AR-WS 24" (61cm) 23" (58.4cm) 4711⁄16" (121.1cm)
M24AR-SS 24" (61cm) 23" (58.4cm) 4711⁄16" (121.1cm)
M30AR-WS 30" (76.2cm) 29" (73.7cm) 5311⁄16" (136.4cm)
M30AR-SS 30" (76.2cm) 29" (73.7cm) 5311⁄16" (136.4cm)
M36AR-WS 36" (91.4cm) 35" (88.9cm) 593⁄4" (151.8cm)
M36AR-SS 36" (91.4cm) 35" (88.9cm) 593⁄4" (151.8cm)
"C"
11"
(27.9cm)
73" to 735⁄8"
(185.4cm to 187cm)
"A"
84" to 845⁄8"
(213.4cm to 214.9cm)
273⁄16"
(69.1cm)
241⁄2"
(62.2cm)
251⁄8"
(63.8cm)
197⁄8"
(50.5cm)
To kickplate
To face of door
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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS FOR M(XX)AR WITH SOLID OVERLAY DOOR
1
⁄2"
(12.7mm)
"B"
"A"
1
⁄2"
(12.7mm)
"C"
Electrical Requirements:
A grounded 115 volt, 60 cycle, single phase, 15 amp
dedicated circuit is required. Follow all local building codes
when installing electrical and unit.
MODEL "A" "B" "C"
M24AR-WP 24" (61CM) 23" (58.4CM) 4711⁄16" (121.1cm)
M24AR-SP 24" (61CM) 23" (58.4CM) 4711⁄16" (121.1cm)
M30AR-WP 30" (76.2CM) 29" (73.7CM) 5311⁄16" (136.4cm)
M30AR-SP 30" (76.2CM) 29" (73.7CM) 5311⁄16" (136.4cm)
M36AR-WP 36" (91.4CM) 35" (88.9CM) 593⁄4" (151.8cm)
M36AR-SP 36" (91.4CM) 35" (88.9CM) 593⁄4" (151.8cm)
241⁄2"
(62.2cm)
11"
(27.9cm)
73" to 735⁄8"
(185.4cm to 187cm)
84" to 845⁄8"
(213.4cm to 214.9cm)
251⁄8"
(63.8cm)
197⁄8"
(50.5cm)
To kickplate
To face of door
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1
⁄2"
(12.7mm)
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS FOR M(XX)AR WITH GLASS DOOR
Electrical Requirements:
A grounded 115 volt, 60 cycle, single phase, 15 amp
"B"
1
⁄2"
(12.7mm)
29⁄16"
(6.5cm)
"C"
dedicated circuit is required. Follow all local building codes
when installing electrical and unit.
MODEL "A" "B" "C"
M24AR-SGX 24" (61cm) 23" (58.4cm) 4711⁄16" (121.1cm)
M30AR-SGX 30" (76.2cm) 29" (73.7cm) 5311⁄16" (136.4cm)
M36AR-SGX 36" (91.4cm) 35" (88.9cm) 593⁄4" (151.8cm)
11"
(27.9cm)
73" to 735⁄8"
(185.4cm to 187cm)
"A"
84" to 845⁄8"
(213.4cm to 214.9cm)
273⁄16"
(69.1cm)
241⁄2"
(62.2cm)
251⁄8"
(63.8cm)
197⁄8"
(50.5cm)
To kickplate
To face of door
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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS FOR M(XX)AR WITH GLASS OVERLAY DOOR
1
⁄2"
(12.7mm)
"B"
"A"
1
⁄2"
(12.7mm)
"C"
Electrical Requirements:
A grounded 115 volt, 60 cycle, single phase, 15 amp
dedicated circuit is required. Follow all local building codes
when installing electrical and unit.
MODEL "A" "B" "C"
M24AR-WGP 24" (61cm) 23" (58.4cm) 4711⁄16" (121.1cm)
M24AR-SGP 24" (61cm) 23" (58.4cm) 4711⁄16" (121.1cm)
M30AR-WGP 30" (76.2cm) 29" (73.7cm) 5311⁄16" (136.4cm)
M30AR-SGP 30" (76.2cm) 29" (73.7cm) 5311⁄16" (136.4cm)
M36AR-WGP 36" (91.4cm) 35" (88.9cm) 593⁄4" (151.8cm)
M36AR-SGP 36" (91.4cm) 35" (88.9cm) 593⁄4" (151.8cm)
241⁄2"
(62.2cm)
11"
(27.9cm)
73" to 735⁄8"
(185.4cm to 187cm)
84" to 845⁄8"
(213.4cm to 214.9cm)
251⁄8"
(63.8cm)
197⁄8"
(50.5cm)
To kickplate
To face of door
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PRE INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
NOTE
(50.8cm)
minimum
841⁄4" to 847⁄8"
(214cm) to (215.6cm)
"Cut out
Figure 4
20"
width"
22" (55.9cm)
781⁄2" (199.4cm)
Minimum, typical
24" (61cm)
Floor under product MUST be at or above the same level
of the surrounding nished oor, for ease of installation and
removal of unit
When planning your rough in opening a 3" removable ller
panel is recommended above the grille. To remove the
power module from the cabinet the front has to be tilted up
as shown in Figure 5 when removed for service.
-3" (7.6cm) removable ller
recommended
Model Cut-Out Width
M24AR 231⁄2" (59.7cm)
M30AR 291⁄2" (74.9cm)
M36AR 351⁄2" (90.2cm)
Table A
Select Location
Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of
direct sunlight and away from heating ducts or registers.
Do not place the refrigerator next to heat-producing appli-
ances such as a range, oven or dishwasher. If this is not
possible, a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insula-
tion between the two (2) appliances will help the refrigerator
operate more efciently.
Do NOT install the refrigerator where the temperature will
drop below 60 degrees F (15 degrees C) or rise above 110
degrees F (43 degrees C). The compressor will NOT be
able to maintain proper temperatures.
845⁄8"
(214.9cm)
Maximum
Figure 5
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PRE INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Corner Installation
For the door to be opened to a full 90°, a 3" (7.6cm) ller
will have to be added to the hinge side of the door. This is
to allow for door handle clearance when opened to the wall.
See Figure 6.
Enclosure must permit refrigerator to be removed for service.
Cabinet Width
3" Min.
Filler
Cabinet Outline
Figure 6
Electrical Requirements:
Provide a 115 volt, 60 cycle, single phase 15 amp, AC receptacle. It is recommended that a separately fused circuit
(a time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended),
serving only this appliance, be provided. Electrical opening
should be placed 781⁄2" (199.4cm) minimum from the oor.
(See Figure 4).
This product is factory equipped with a power supply
cord that has a three-pronged, grounded plug. It must be
plugged into a mating grounding type receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code and applicable
local codes and ordinances. If the circuit does not have a
grounding type receptacle, it is the responsibility and obligation of the customer to provide the proper power supply.
The unit must be installed according to your local building
codes and ordinances.
!
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
• Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
They can be hazardous and cause decient
operation.
• This unit should not, under any circumstances, be
installed to an un-grounded electrical supply.
• Do not remove the grounding prong from the
power cord.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not splash or spray water from a hose on
the appliance. Doing so may cause an electrical
shock, which may result in severe injury or death.
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INSTALLING THE CABINET
Anti - tip Bracket considerations
Before placing the cabinet in opening, the depth of the
cut-out opening should be at least 24 inches. If the cutout opening depth is more than 24 inches, then a piece of
wood must be secured crosswise on the wall into the studs
at the height of the anti-tip brackets. (See Figure 8 and 10).
Slide the cabinet into position and level the cabinet with
adjustable rear roller and front leveling legs. (See Leveling
the unit on page 12).
24” wide refrigerator:
The anti tip bracket is fastened to the cabinet and runs the
full width of the cabinet. Locate a wall stud behind the cabi-
net and secure the anti-tip bracket with at least (2) #8 x 11⁄2”
screws provided. See Figure 7.
30” and 36” wide refrigerators:
Locate a wall stud behind the unit that is suitable for secur-
ing the 5” anti-tip bracket to the wall. The position of the
bracket should be to the right of the power module and not
behind the power module. Do not disturb the power module
gasket on the left side of the unit. Place the anti tip bracket
on top of the cabinet ush with the back of the cabinet.
Mark and drill at least three holes (1/8” (3.2mm) into the
top of the cabinet and secure the bracket to the top of the
cabinet with at least (3) of the #8 x 5⁄8” screws provided. Secure the bracket to the wall stud with at least (2) #8 x 11⁄2”
screws provided. See Figure 9.
-Crosswise
lumber
Figure 8
24” wide refrigerator
-Wall stud
-Anti - tip
bracket
on top of
cabinet
Figure 7
24” wide refrigerator
-Wall stud
-Anti-tip
bracket
on top of
cabinet
-At least 2
screws into
wall stud.
-At least 2
screws into
wall stud.
Figure 9
Crosswise
lumber-
-Leave
access for
water line if
required.
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Figure 10
LEVELING THE UNIT
Leveling the unit:
Unit MUST be installed level in all planes, on a oor that
is strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator. See
Figure 11.
This unit is equipped with front and rear rollers. Rollers will
aid during installation. Rear rollers are adjustable from the
front of the unit. Total adjustment is + 5⁄16, - 5⁄16. Turn adjusting bolt with a 7⁄16" wrench clockwise to raise cabinet and
counterclockwise to lower cabinet. See Figure 12.
NOTE
Front leveling legs must be adjusted to the oor for leveling
and to prevent the unit from rolling during use. See
Figure 12.
Figure 11
Front
leveling
leg-
-Rear Roller Adjustment Bolt
(Use 7⁄16 open end wrench or
socket and ratchet)-
Figure 12
12
-Both front leveling legs must be
adjusted to oor after leveling
INSTALLING THE POWER MODULE
Placing power module on top of cabinet:
Place module on top of the cabinet with rear shoulder
screws resting on the locator brackets behind the front
slots. Slide module toward the rear of the cabinet until the
rear shoulder screws engage the slots in the rear of the
brackets. Rest the front shoulder screws into the front slots
of the brackets.
NOTE
Check to make sure the wiring is clear and not interfering
with module seal. Do NOT start product during construc-
tion, as dust can block module condenser coils. If dust accumulates on coils, vacuum immediately, using a soft brush
attachment.
!
WARNING
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
Use two or more people to move product.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
!
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Do not operate the refrigerator in the pres-
ence of explosive chemicals or fumes.
Rear
shoulder
screw-
Front
shoulder
screw-
Power module electrical connections:
Make electrical connections from the top of the lower cabi-
net to the junction box at left side of module. See module
diagram Figure 14.
Run the power cord in front of power module on top of cabinet around the right side of power module to the electrical
outlet. See Figure 14.
Power module on
top of cabinet-
Figure 13
-Junction box
-Cabinet leads
!
WARNING
TIPPING HAZARD
When installed the power module is not fas-
tened to the cabinet. It must be removed
when the cabinet is tipped or transported.
-Power
cord
Figure 14
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INSTALLING THE GRILLE
There are three methods that can be used to install the
grille. Pick the method that suits your installation.
Style 1: Brackets are installed on top of the cabi-
net, toward the back, and springs are used
to secure the grille.
Style 2: (Optional) Brackets are installed on top of
the cabinet, toward the front, and the grille
is secured to the brackets with screws.
Style 3: The top of the grille is fastened to the ad joining cabinetry with a screw. This style is
used primarily for the custom overlay panel
style grilles to match surrounding cabinets.
Style 1 mounting method:
1. Remove screw A in mounting bracket. Mount L-bracket
with screw A. See Figure 15.
2. Hook one end of spring (81050-000) through hole in
L-bracket. Holding the facia in position - stretch the
spring and secure the hook end to the facia through a
square top hole in the facia.
-Hook the spring(s) into
the square holes toward
the top of the grill-
Back side of
grille shown
Figure 15
Style 1
14
Power module
-"L" bracket
-Anti-tip
bracket
Screw "A"-
-Spring
INSTALLING THE GRILLE
Style 2 mounting method:
Instructions for Installing Grille Brackets
This is an optional accessory, order
part number S34060-000.
1. Use the two (91180-000) screws to secure each
bracket to the cabinet top. See Figure's 16 and 17.
2. Loosen the screws at the top of the mounting bracket.
Leave 1⁄8" (3.2mm) (2-3 screw threads) sticking through
the bracket.
3. Install the grille by aligning the screws in the top of the
bracket with the slots in the grille top trim.
4. Grille is installed when bottom of the grille ts behind
the cabinet trim across the front.
5. Pull grille forward about an inch at the top and retighten
the screws in the top of the bracket.
Brackets
optional-
313⁄16"
(96.8mm)
2" (50.8mm)
7
⁄16" (11.2mm) reference
-Drill 4 holes 7⁄64" (2.8mm) diameter-
-Grille mounting Brackets (optional)-
Figure 16 Style 2
Cabinet
top trim-
21⁄16" (52.3mm)
-Bottom of grille shown behind
top trim. See note #4.
Figure 17
Style 2
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INSTALLING THE GRILLE
Style 3 mounting method:
Fasten top of grille to enclosure with screw provided.
Cover screw head with snap-on cap. See Figure 18.
Cut custom facia panel and mount facia bracket per the
instructions on page 17. Install facia to grille back by
inserting shoulder rivets on back of facia bracket into large
ends of teardrop holes. When all 4 rivets are engaged in
the teardrop holes slide the facia downward until shoulder
rivets bottom out in small ends of teardrop holes.
screw-
-Snap
on cap
Figure 18
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CUSTOM GRILLE FACIA AND DOOR PANELS
Mounting grille facia panel:
Cut the facia panel to the size shown in Figure 19 and
Table B. Drill the two facia bracket screw pilot holes in the
back side of the facia panel as noted in Figure 19. See
Table C, for sizes. Fasten the two facia brackets to the back
side of the facia panel with 2 of the screws provided. See
Figure 20.
Align the facia brackets so they are parallel to the short
edges of the facia panel and drill the remaining 2 bracket
holes using the holes in the facia brackets as guides.
Secure the bottom of the brackets with the 2 remaining
screws.
The facia panel may now be mounted to the grille back.
!
CAUTION
When cutting the facia panel for the grille do not make
it larger than the size noted in Figure 19. Air ow to the condenser in the power module would be compromised. Grille
facia panels must not exceed 20 pounds (9.1kg), panels
weighing more could cause product damage. Do NOT use
glass, mirrors, granite or similar heavy materials for panels.
"A"
"B"
11⁄8"
(2.9cm)
"C"
83⁄4"
(22.2cm)
Figure 19
Drill 2 holes, see Table C.
MODEL "A" "B" "C"
M24AR-WP 21" (53.3cm) 221⁄32" (6.8cm) 1511⁄16" (39.8cm)
M24AR-SP 21" (53.3cm) 221⁄32" (6.8cm) 1511⁄16" (39.8cm)
M24AR-WGP 21" (53.3cm) 221⁄32" (6.8cm) 1511⁄16" (39.8cm)
M24AR-SGP 21" (53.3cm) 221⁄32" (6.8cm) 1511⁄16" (39.8cm)
M30AR-WP 27" (68.6cm) 221⁄32" (6.8cm) 2111⁄16" (55.1cm)
M30AR-SP 27" (68.6cm) 221⁄32" (6.8cm) 2111⁄16" (55.1cm)
M30AR-WGP 27" (68.6cm) 221⁄32" (6.8cm) 2111⁄16" (55.1cm)
M30AR-SGP 27" (68.6cm) 221⁄32" (6.8cm) 2111⁄16" (55.1cm)
M36AR-WP 33" (83.8cm) 73⁄8" (18.7cm) 181⁄4" (46.4cm)
M36AR-SP 33" (83.8cm) 73⁄8" (18.7cm) 181⁄4" (46.4cm)
M36AR-WGP 33" (83.8cm) 73⁄8" (18.7cm) 181⁄4" (46.4cm)
M36AR-SGP 33" (83.8cm) 73⁄8" (18.7cm) 181⁄4" (46.4cm)
MATERIAL HOLE SIZE
Hardwood 1/8" (3.2mm)
Softwood 7/64" (2.8mm)
Table C
Facia panel-
Screw 2
required-
Drill bottom 2 holes
for mounting brackets and secure with
remaining 2 screws.-
Table B
-Facia bracket
Figure 20
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