Sub-zero BUILT-IN INSTALLATION GUIDE

INSTALLATION GUIDE

Built-In Refrigeration

Contents

Important Note

Built-In Refrigeration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Model Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Built-In Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Panel Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Dual Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Features and specifications are subject to change at any time
without notice. Visit subzero.com/specs for the most up-to­date information.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Throughout this guide, dimensions in
parentheses are millimeters unless otherwise specified.

o ensure the safe and efficient installation of Sub-Zero

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equipment, please take note of the following types of
highlighted information throughout this guide:

IMPORTANT NOTE highlights information that is
especially important.

CAUTION signals a situation where minor injury or product
damage may occur if instructions are not followed.

WARNING states a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if precautions are not followed.

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Sub-Zero Built-In Refrigeration

he importance of the installation of the Sub-Zero built-in

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unit cannot be overemphasized. Installation should be
done by a qualified installer.

Before you begin the installation process, it is recom­mended that you read this entire installation guide. There
are key details that you should take special care to
observe during the installation. By reading these instruc­tions carefully, you will make the installation process
easier, problem-free and, most importantly, safe.

Any questions or problems regarding the installation
should be directed to your authorized Sub-Zero dealer or
Sub-Zero customer service at 800-222-7820. You may
also check the contact & support sectionofour website,
subzero.com.

Important product information, including the model and
serial number of your unit are listed on the product rating
plate. The rating plate is located at the top frame of the
unit inside the door. Refer to the illustration.

Before You Start

ake sure that the actual equipment that was shipped to

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you matches the design you are expecting to install. The
Sub-Zero built-in line offers the following design alterna­tives: framed, overlay, flush inset and stainless steel
models.

Each of these design options has specific installation
requirements, which means it is vital that the unit match
your planning and space needs. Before you begin the
installation process, check the exact model number you
need against the model number on the shipping carton.

If the unit you receive does not match your requirements,
contact your authorized Sub-Zero dealer.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED

• Appliance dolly able to support 700 lbs (317 kg) and

adequate manpower to handle the weight of the unit.

• Phillips and slotted screwdrivers.

• Torx drive screwdriver set.

RATING
PLATE

Location of rating plate.

• Allen, standard and crescent wrenches.

• Various sized pliers.

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•

/8" hex bolt nut driver.

• Cordless drill and assorted drill bits.

• Level—2' (.6 m) and 4' (1.2 m) recommended.

• 4' (1.2 m) of

1

/4" copper tubing and saddle valve for the

water line (4200880) —do not use self-piercing valves.

• Copper tubing cutter.

• Masonite, plywood,

1

/8" pressed fiberboard, cardboard

or other suitable material to protect finished flooring.

• Appropriate materials to cover and protect the home

and its furnishings during installation.

Model Specifications 4

3

6"

(914)

84"

(2134)

2

4"

(610)

4" (102)

733/4"

(1873)

237/8"

(606)

371/4"

(946)

17"

(432)

237/8" (606)

23/8" (60)

HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ±

1

/2" (13)

Site Preparation

ake sure that the finished rough opening where the

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built-in unit is being installed is properly prepared. Refer to
the overall dimensions and installation specifications for
your specific model. These specifications are identical for
the framed, overlay and stainless steel applications. Instal­lation specifications are different for the flush inset appli­cation, whether you are using custom panels or Sub-Zero
accessory flush inset panels. Make sure that the rough
opening dimensions, door swing clearance, electrical
service and plumbing are correct for the model you are
about to install. Make sure the floor under the unit is level
with the surrounding finished floor.

To operate properly, the door must open a minimum of
90°. Use a minimum 3" (76) filler in corner installations to
assure a 90° door opening. Allow enough clearance in
front of the unit for full door swing.

If you are installing two built-in units side by side in the
framed, overlay, flush inset or stainless steel application, a
separating filler strip is recommended. Add the filler strip
width to the finished rough opening dimension.

All Refrigerator / All Freezer Models

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

For installation of two built-in units side by side without a
filler strip, a dual installation kit will be necessary.

MODELS BI-36R, BI-36RG AND BI-36F

Shipping weights and overall dimensions are based on
stainless steel models. For flush inset applications, add

1

/2" (13) to door clearance dimensions.

Model Specifications 5

30" (762)

8

4"

(2134)

24" (610)

4" (102)

503/4"

(1289)

23"

(584)

237/8"

(606)

235/8"

(600)

311/4"

(796)

141/2"

(368)

237/8" (606)

23/8" (60)

HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ±

1

/2" (13)

36" (914)

84"

(2134)

24" (610)

4" (102)

503/4"

(1289)

23"

(584)

237/8"

(606)

235/8"

(600)

371/4"

(946)

17"

(432)

237/8" (606)

23/8" (60)

HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ±

1

/2" (13)

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Over-and-Under Models

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

MODELS BI-30U AND BI-30UG

MODELS BI-36U AND BI-36UG

Model Specifications 6

42" (1067)

84"

(2134)

24" (610)

4" (102)

733/4"

(1873)

237/8" (606)

237/8"

(606)

261/4"

(668)

121/2"

(318)

83/4"

(222)

23/8" (60)

HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ±

1

/2" (13)

36" (914)

8

4"

(2134)

24" (610)

4" (102)

733/4"

(1873)

237/8"

(606)

221/4"

(565)

81/2"

(216)

101/4"

(260)

237/8" (606)

23/8" (60)

HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ±

1

/2" (13)

Side-by-Side Models

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

MODEL BI-36S

Overall dimensions are based on stainless steel models.

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For flush inset applications, add
dimensions.

/2" (13) to door clearance

MODELS BI-42S AND BI-42SD

Model Specifications 7

48" (1219)

84"

(2134)

24" (610)

4" (102)

733/4"

(1873)

237/8" (606)

237/8"

(606)

30"

(762)

14"

(356)

93/4"

(248)

23/8" (60)

HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ±

1

/2" (13)

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Side-by-Side Models

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

MODELS BI-48S AND BI-48SD

Site Preparation 8

24" (610)

OPENING

DEPTH

FRONT VIEWSIDE VIEW

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OP VIEW

A

OPENING WIDTH

24" (610)

OPENING DEPTH

833/4"

(

2127)

OPENING

HEIGHT

Opening Dimensions

STANDARD INSTALLATION

Opening Width A

BI-36R, BI-36RG and BI-36F 351/2" (902)

BI-30U and BI-30UG 291/2" (746)

BI-36U and BI-36UG 351/2" (902)

BI-36S 351/2" (902)

BI-42S and BI-42SD 411/2" (1054)

BI-48S and BI-48SD 471/2" (1206)

IMPORTANT NOTE: If two units are installed side by side,
refer to page 10 for dual standard installations.

Stainless steel models are ready to install out of the box.

Site Preparation 9

UNIT WITH

3

/4" (19) PANEL

DETAIL A

DETAIL B

FRONT VIEW

A

WIDTH TO CLEAT

B

FLUSH INSET WIDTH

11/4"

(32)

11/4"

(32)

SIDE VIEW

84"

(2134)

FLUSH

INSET

HEIGHT

1

/4"

(6)

24" (610)

DEPTH TO CLEAT

263/16" (665)

FLUSH INSET DEPTH

23/16"

(56)

833/4"

(2127)

HEIGHT

TO CLEAT

24" (610)

DEPTH

TO CLEAT

263/16"

(665)

FLUSH

I

NSET

DEPTH

TOP VIEW

23/16"

(

56)

11/4"

(32)

CLEAT

CLEAT

11/4"

(32)

24" (610)

O

PENING

DEPTH

T

O CLEAT

CLEAT

TOP VIEW

263/16"

(

665)

FLUSH

I

NSET

DEPTH

23/16" (

56)

3" (76)

typical

24" (610)

OPENING

DEPTH TO

CLEAT

11/4"

(32)

23/16"(56)

CLEAT

SHADED

AREA

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UST BE

F

INISHED

3" typical

(76)

4" (102)

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Opening Dimensions

FLUSH INSET INSTALLATION

Detail A

Flush Inset Opening Widths AB

BI-36R, BI-36RG and BI-36F 351/2" (902) 38" (965)

BI-30U and BI-30UG 291/2" (746) 32" (813)

BI-36U and BI-36UG 351/2" (902) 38" (965)

BI-36S 351/2" (902) 38" (965)

BI-42S and BI-42SD 411/2" (1054) 44" (1118)

BI-48S and BI-48SD 471/2" (1206) 50" (1270)

Detail B

IMPORTANT NOTE: Dimensions assume a3/4" (19) panel

thickness.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If two units are installed side by side,
refer to page 11 for dual flush inset installations.

Site Preparation 10

FRONT VIEWSIDE VIEW

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OP VIEW

833/4"

(2127)

OPENING

HEIGHT

A

OPENING WIDTH

24" (610)

OPENING DEPTH

2

4"

(610)

OPENING

DEPTH

Dual Installation Opening Dimensions

STANDARD INSTALLATION

Opening Widths A

Two 30" (762) Models 593/4" (1518)

30" (762) and 36" (914) Models 653/4" (1670)

Two 36" (914) Models 713/4" (1822)

IMPORTANT NOTE: A dual installation kit will be required for
this installation.

Stainless steel models are ready to install out of the box.

Site Preparation 11

2

4"

(

610)

DEPTH

TO CLEAT

263/16"

(665)
FLUSH
I

NSET

D

EPTH

FRONT VIEW

TOP VIEW

23/16"

(

56)

A

WIDTH TO CLEAT

B

FLUSH INSET WIDTH

11/4"

(32)

11/4"

(32)

SIDE VIEW

84"

(2134)

FLUSH

INSET

HEIGHT

1

/4"

(

6)

24" (610)

D

EPTH TO CLEAT

263/16" (

665)

FLUSH INSET DEPTH

23/16"

(56)

833/4"

(2127)

HEIGHT

TO CLEAT

CLEAT

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WO UNITS WITH

3

/4" (19) PANEL

D

ETAIL A

DETAIL B

11/4"

(32)

CLEAT

11/4"

(32)

24" (610)

O

PENING

DEPTH

T

O CLEAT

CLEAT

TOP VIEW

263/16"

(

665)

FLUSH

I

NSET

DEPTH

23/16" (

56)

3" (76)

typical

24" (610)

OPENING

DEPTH TO

CLEAT

11/4"

(32)

23/16"(56)

CLEAT

SHADED

AREA

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UST BE

F

INISHED

3" typical

(76)

4" (102)

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Dual Installation Opening Dimensions

FLUSH INSET INSTALLATION

Detail A

Opening Widths AB

Two 30" (762) Models 593/4" (1518) 621/4" (1581)

30" (762) and 36" (914) Models 653/4" (1670) 681/4" (1734)

Two 36" (914) Models 713/4" (1822) 741/4" (1886)

Detail B

IMPORTANT NOTE: Dimensions assume a3/4" (19) panel

thickness. A dual installation kit will be required for this
installation.

Site Preparation 12

FRONT VIEW

751/2"

(1918)
FROM

F

LOOR

7"

(178)

E

6

"

(

152)

Electrical Requirements

or all built-in models, the electrical supply should be

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located within the shaded area shown in the illustration.
Follow the National Electrical Code and local codes and
ordinances when installing the receptacle. A separate
circuit, servicing only this appliance is required. A ground
fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is not recommended and
may cause interruption of operation.

The outlet must be checked by a qualified electrician to
be sure that it is wired with the correct polarity. Verify
that the outlet provides 115 V AC and is properly
grounded.

Electrical Requirements

Power Supply 115 V AC, 60 Hz

Circuit Breaker 15 amp

Receptacle 3-prong grounding-type

Do not use an extension cord or two-prong adapter.
Electrical ground is required on this appliance. Do not
remove the power supply cord ground prong.

Location of electrical supply.