
Safety Information
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT — Save these instructions
for local inspector’s use. Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
• Note to Installer — Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer — Keep these instructions
with your Owner’s Manual for future reference.
WARNING:
This appliance must be properly grounded. See
“Grounding the Refrigerator,” page 9.
AVERTISSEMENT
Cet appareil doit être correctement mis à la terre.
Consulter « Mise à la terre du réfrigérateur », page 9.
If you received a damaged refrigerator, you should
immediately contact your dealer or builder.
CAUTION:
Due to the weight and size of this refrigerator, and to
reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
product—THREE PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR PROPER
INSTALLATION.
PRUDENCE
À cause du poids et de la taille de ce réfrigérator et
pour réduire le risque de blessure et de dommages, IL
FAUT TROIS PERSONNES POUR FAIRE L’INSTALLATION
CORRECTEMENT.
Skill Level — Installation of this refrigerator requires
basic mechanical, carpentry and plumbing skills.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the GE Appliance Warranty. See the
Owner’s Manual for warranty information.
WARNING:
• These refrigerators are top-heavy and must
be secured to prevent the possibility of tipping
forward. Anti-Tip protection is required. See page 11
for details.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose.
• Immediately repair or replace electric service cords
that become frayed or damaged.
• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or making
repairs.
• Repairs should be made by a qualified service
technician.
AVERTISSEMENT
• Ces réfrigérateurs sont lourds en haut et il faut
les arrimer pour éviter leur basculement. Il faut avoir
un système de protection contre le renversement.
Voir les détails page 11.
• Il ne faut utiliser cet appareil que pour l’utilisation
appropriée.
• Réparer ou remplacer immédiatement tout cordon
électrique effiloché ou endommagé.
• Il faut débrancher le réfrigérateur avant le nettoyage
ou toute intervention.
• Les réparations doivent être faites par un technicien
qualifié.
For Monogram local service in your area, call
1.800.444.1845.
For Monogram service in Canada, call
1.800.561.3344
For Monogram Parts and Accessories, call
1.800.626.2002.
www. monogram.com
CONTENTS
Planning Guide
The Installation Space .............................. 3
Dimensions and Clearances ................. 3
130° Door Swing ......................................... 4
90° Door Swing ............................................5
Customization Basics ............................... 6
Panel Dimensions .......................................7
Side Panels .................................................... 8
Installation Instructions
Tools, Hardware, Materials .................... 9
Grounding the Refrigerator ................... 9
Step 1, Remove Packaging ................. 10
Step 2, Install Water Line ..................... 10
Step 2A, RO Water Line ........................ 11
Step 3, Install Side Panels .................... 11
Step 4, Install Anti-Tip Brackets ........ 11
Step 5, Level Refrigerator .................... 12
Step 6, Alternate Anti-Tip Procedure... 12
Step 7, Secure Refrigerator to
Cabinetry ..................................... 12
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Step 8, Adjust Door Swing ................... 13
Step 9, Install Grille Panel .................... 13
Step 10, Install Framed Panels ......... 14
Step 10A, Install Overlay Panels ....... 15
Step 11, Connect Water Supply ....... 16
Step 12, Connect Power ....................... 16
Step 13, Start Icemaker ........................ 16
Step 14, Install Toekick ......................... 17

25-3/8" Framed Models
25-3/4" Stainless Steel Models
Design Guide
THE INSTALLATION SPACE
Finished Width
5"
10"
Wall View
75" From
Floor to
of Electrical Ar
The finished
2-5/16"
cutout width
must be
35-1/2”.
85"
Finished
Opening
5"
6"
Electrical
10"
24" Cutout Depth
10"
Area
Water Supply
3-1/2"
Water And Electrical Locations
Electrical and water supply must be located as shown.
The cutout depth must be 24”
The refrigerator will project forward, slightly beyond
adjacent cabinetry, depending on your installation.
Allow minimum 1/8” air gap between case back & wall.
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.
DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES
35"
Case Width
at
Rear
Depth Including Handles:
27" Framed Models
27-13/16" Stainless Steel Models
28-5/8" Professional Style Models
Product Clearances
These refrigerators are equipped with a 2-position door
stop. The factory set 130° door swing can be adjusted to
90° if clearance to adjacent cabinets or walls is restricted.
Min. to
Wall
Case Depth
*84" From
Floor to
Top Frame
36" Frame to
Frame Width
Min. to
Wall
* Shipping height. The
refrigerator can be
adjusted to fit into a
cutout that is 83-1/2”
min. to 84-1/2” max.
height. Note that the top
case trim at the front is
1/2” higher and will
overlap upper cabinetry
or soffit. Use leveling
legs and wheels for a
maximum 1” height
adjustment.
23-7/8"
Behind
Frame
Additional Specifications
• A 115 volt 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power supply is required.
An individual properly grounded branch circuit or circuit
breaker is recommended. Install
a properly grounded 3-prong electrical receptacle
recessed into the back wall. Electrical must be located
on rear wall as shown.
Note: GFI (ground fault interrupter) is not recommended.
• Water line can enter the opening through the floor
or back wall. Route GE SmartConnect™ kit or 1/4” O.D.
copper tubing between the cold water line and the
water connection location. The tubing should be
long enough to extend to the front of the refrigerator.
Installation of an easily accessible shut-off valve in the
water line is required.
(Stainless
18-1/8"
130°
130°
90°90°
*4” Stainless and
Framed Models.
5” Pro Series
*Min. Distance
to Wall
18-3/16”
(Framed
Models)
Allow 12-1/8” minimum clearance for a full 130° door
swing.
For a 90° door swing, allow 4” min. clearance to a wall,
for framed and stainless steel models. Allow 5” min.
clearance for professional style models. If the 90° door
stop position is used, pan access is maintained, but pan
removal is restricted.
See illustrations pages 4 and 5 to determine door swing
interaction with adjacent cabinets or countertops.
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Refrigerator
Design Guide
23-7/8" From
Rear of
Refrigerator
Frameless Cabinets: The case trim
overlaps cabinets at the top and sides.
Therefore, frameless cabinets
may require filler strips to prevent
interference with cabinet door swing.
The opening must allow for filler strips.
Case
Trim
Door
1/4"
1/2"
3/4"
1"
1-1/4"
2"
1-3/4"
1-1/2"
Stainless Steel
1/4"
2-1/2"
2-1/4"
3/4" Overlay
(Nominal Size)
1/2"
2-3/4"
Panel
3/4"
3"
1/4"
1/2"
3/4"
1"
1"
1-1/4"
Top View
130° DOOR SWING
(factory setting)
Scale 1:1
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Design Guide
CUSTOMIZATION BASICS:
Framed Or Overlay Panels, Custom Handles and Accessory Kits
Professional Style Stainless Steel Refrigerators
Stainless steel wrapped refrigerators with beveled edges
and professional style handles. These models are shipped
ready for installation.
Stainless Steel Wrapped Refrigerators
Stainless steel wrapped refrigerators with beveled edges
and tubular stainless steel handles that coordinate with
other Monogram appliances. These models are shipped
ready for installation.
Trimmed Refrigerators
Trimmed refrigerators are designed to be customized with
decorative panels. Field installed custom door and grille
panels are required.
Framed panels
You may install 1/4” thick custom panels from your
cabinet manufacturer. The decorative panel slides into the
factory installed trim.
Overlay panels
You may also choose to install custom overlay panels from
your cabinet manufacturer. This design provides
a seamless appearance which integrates smoothly
with surrounding cabinetry.
3/4" Overlay Panel
.10" Thick Spacer Panel
1/4" Thick Backer Panel
Standard supplied handles shown in 3/4” overlay panel position.
Door and Drawer Handles
The standard supplied handles can be adjusted to
accommodate both framed or overlay panels. Custom
handles of your choice, supplied by your cabinet maker
can also be installed on overlay panels.
Standard Door Handles
Framed Panel
Standard Door Handles
Standard supplied handles shown in 1/4” panel position.
Optional Accessory Kit
• ZKHPSS1: Professional Tubular Stainless Steel Handle
designed to fit 3/4” overlay panels. Kit includes one
handle. Order 3 kits for bottom-freezer refrigerators from
your Monogram supplier.
Side Panels
Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the
refrigerator will be exposed.
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