Sub-Zero IT36CILH, IC36FILH, IT30CIIDRH, IT30FILH, IC36RRH Installation manual

Integrated Refrigeration Installation Guide

INTEGRATED REFRIGERATION

Contents

3 Integrated Refrigeration

4 Opening Dimensions

5 Electrical

5 Plumbing

6 Preparation

6 Anti-Tip Bracket

8 Placement

8 Alignment

9 Water Line

10 Custom Panels

12 Panel Installation

14 Completion

Features and specications are subject to change at any
time without notice. Visit subzero.com/specs for the most
up-to-date information.

Important Note

To ensure this product is installed and operated as safely
and efciently as possible, take note of the following types
of highlighted information throughout this guide:

IMPORTANT NOTE highlights information that is especially

important.

CAUTION indicates 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.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Throughout this guide, dimensions in

parentheses are millimeters unless otherwise specied.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Save these instructions for the local

electrical inspector.

INTEGRATED REFRIGERATION

Product Information

Important product information including the model and
serial number are listed on the product rating plate. For
column models, the rating plate is located inside the middle
drawer near the drawer guide opposite the hinge. For tall
and drawer models, the rating plate is located inside the
cabinet, to the left of the upper drawer. Refer to the illustra­tions below.

If service is necessary, contact Sub-Zero factory certied
service with the model and serial number. For the name
of the nearest Sub-Zero factory certied service or for
questions regarding the installation, visit the contact & sup­port section of our website, subzero.com or call Sub-Zero
customer care at 800-222-7820.

RATING

PLATE

RATING

PLATE

Tools and Materials

• Screwdrivers—standard, Phillips and Torx.

• Power drill.

• Drill bits (masonry bits required for concrete installation).

• Standard socket and wrench set.

• 2' and 4' levels.

• Tubing cutter.

(.9 m) of

• 3'

PEX tubing.

• Saddle valve.

• Material to protect home, ooring and cabinetry during

installation.

1

/4" OD copper, braided stainless steel or

Column models.

Tall and drawer models.

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SITE PREPARATION

NOTE:

SIDE

Opening Dimensions

INTEGRATED MODELS

H

OPENING

HEIGHT

(635)

25"

OPENING

DEPTH

TOP VIEW

OPENING WIDTH

OPENING DIMENSIONS

COLUMN W H

IC-18FI 18" (457) 84" (2134)
IC-24R, IC-24FI 24" (610) 84" (2134)
IC-30R(ID), IC-30FI 30" (762) 84" (2134)
IC-36R(ID) 36" (914) 84" (2134)

TALL W H

IT-30R(ID), IT-30FI, IT-30CI(ID) 30" (762) 84" (2134)
IT-36R(ID), IT-36CI(ID) 36" (914) 84" (2134)

DRAWER W H

ID-24R, ID-24F(I) 24" (610) 341/2" (876)
ID-27R 27" (686) 341/2" (876)
ID-30R(P), ID-30F(I), ID-30C(I) 30" (762) 341/2" (876)
ID-36R(P), ID-36C(I) 36" (914) 341/2" (876)

The depth of each integrated model is 24" (610). Allow for
panel thickness when planning the nished opening depth.

1

A minimum 3

/2" (89) nished return is required on all sides

of the opening. Framed cabinets will require additional

W

nished ller material behind the face frame for a proper
installation. Refer to the illustration.

DUAL INSTALLATION

VIEW

31/2" (89) finished returns will be visible and should be finished to match cabinetry.

3

/4"

(19)

31/2" (89)

FINISHED

RETURN

W W

FRAMELESS CABINETRY

TYPICAL

FRONT VIEW

31/2" (89)

FINISHED

RETURN

FRAMED CABINETRY

FILLER

When installing two units side by side in a dual installa­tion, the opening width is the width of the two units added
together. A dual installation kit will be required for this instal­lation. If a dual installation kit is not specied, a minimum

(51) ller strip is required between units.

2"

Dual installation kits are available through an authorized
Sub-Zero dealer. For local dealer information, visit the nd a
showroom section of our website, subzero.com. For ques­tions regarding the installation, call Sub-Zero customer care
at 800-222-7820.

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SITE PREPARATION

Electrical

Installation must comply with all applicable electrical codes.

The electrical supply must be located within the shaded
area shown in the illustration and chart below. 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 electrical outlet must be positioned with the grounding
prong to the right of the thinner blades.

CAUTION

The outlet must be checked by a qualied electrician to
be sure that it is wired with the correct polarity. Verify
that the outlet is properly grounded.

WARNING

Do not use an extension cord, two-prong adapter or
remove the power cord ground prong.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Supply 115 VAC, 60 Hz
Service 15 amp
Receptacle 3-prong grounding-type

Plumbing

Installation must comply with all applicable plumbing codes.

The water supply line should be located within the shaded
area shown in the illustration below. The water supply line
should be connected to the house supply with an easily
accessible shut-off valve. Do not use self-piercing valves.
The water supply line must be ush to the oor and not
interfere with installation of the anti-tip bracket.

Column and tall models with an ice maker or water dis­penser feature a water ltration system. An in-line lter is
required for drawer models with an ice maker when water
conditions have a high sediment content.

A reverse osmosis system can be used provided there is
constant water pressure of 35–120 psi
to the unit at all times. In this application, the water ltra­tion system must be bypassed. Refer to water lter bypass
on page 15. A copper line is not recommended for this
application.

PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS

Water Supply Line

Water Pressure 35–120 psi
Excess Water Line for Connection 36" (914)

(2.4–8.3 bar) supplied

1

/4" OD copper, braided

stainless steel or PEX tubing

(2.4–8.3 bar)

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY LOCATION

WIDTH A

18" Models 6" (152)
24" Models 91/2" (241)
27" Models 11" (279)
30" Models 121/2" (318)
36" Models 151/2" (394)

LEFT SIDE

OF OPENING

41/2"

(114)

1

/4" (6)1/4" (6)

Electrical supply location.

A

FLOOR

41/4"

(108)

WATER SUPPLY LOCATION

WIDTH A

18" Models 3" (76)
24" Models 51/2" (140)
30" Models 6" (152)
36" Models 9" (229)

RIGHT SIDE

OF OPENING

6" (152)

A

3" (76)

1

AREA EXTENDS

FORWARD ON FLOOR

Water supply location.

/2" (13)

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SITE PREPARATION

Preparation

Uncrate the unit and inspect for damage. Remove the wood
base and discard shipping bolts and brackets. Remove and
recycle packing materials. Do not discard the kickplate, anti­tip bracket and hardware.

Remove the kickplate by extracting the two mounting
screws. Refer to the illustration below.

SCREW

Kickplate removal.

Anti-Tip Bracket

WARNING

To prevent the unit from tipping forward, the anti-tip
bracket must be installed.

The back of the anti-tip bracket must be installed 24" (610)
from the front of the unit (without panels).

Use all anti-tip bracket hardware as instructed for wood or
concrete oors.

IMPORTANT NOTE: For wood or concrete oor applications,

if the #12 screws do not hit a wall stud or wall plate, use the
#8 screws and #12 washers with the wall anchors.

IMPORTANT NOTE: In some installations the subooring or

nished oor may necessitate angling the screws used to
fasten the anti-tip bracket to the back wall.

ANTI-TIP HARDWARE

1 Anti-tip bracket

1

12 #12 x 2

4

12 #12 at washers

4 #8–18 x 1
4 Nylon Zip-it

/2" pan head screws

3

/8"–16 x 33/4" wedge anchors

1

/4" truss head screws

®

wall anchors

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SITE PREPARATION

Anti-Tip Bracket

WOOD FLOOR APPLICATION

After properly locating the anti-tip bracket in the opening,

3

drill pilot holes

/16" (5) diameter maximum in the wall studs
or wall plate. Use the #12 screws and washers to secure the
brackets. Verify the screws penetrate through the ooring

3

material and into wall studs or wall plate a minimum of

(19)

. Refer to the illustration and chart below.

/4"

CONCRETE FLOOR APPLICATION

After properly locating the anti-tip bracket in the opening,

3

drill pilot holes
or wall plate. Drill
a minimum of 1
washers to secure the brackets to the wall, and use the

/16" (5) diameter maximum in the wall studs

3

/8" (10) diameter holes into the concrete

1

/2" (38) deep. Use the #12 screws and

3

/8"

wedge anchors to secure the brackets to the oor. Verify the

3

screws penetrate wall studs or wall plate a minimum of

(19)

. Refer to the illustration and chart below.

ANTI-TIP BRACKET PLACEMENT

WIDTH A

18" Models 9" (229)
24" Models 12" (305)
27" Models 131/2" (343)
30" Models 15" (381)
36" Models 18" (457)

/4"

CONCRETE WEDGE ANCHOR INSTALLATION:

1 Drill a

3

/8" (10) diameter hole any depth exceeding the
minimum embedment. Clean the hole or drill additional
depth to accommodate drill nes.

2 Assemble the washer and nut ush with the end of

anchor to protect threads. Drive the anchor through the
material to be fastened until the washer is ush with the
surface material.

3 Expand the anchor by tightening the nut 3–5 turns past

hand-tight position or to 25 foot-pounds of torque.

WARNING

Verify there are no electrical wires or plumbing in the
area which the screws could penetrate.

CAUTION

Always wear safety glasses and use other neces­sary protective devices or apparel when installing or
working with anchors.

Anchors are not recommended for use in lightweight
masonry material such as block or brick, or for use in
new concrete which has not had sufcient time to cure.
The use of core drills is not recommended to drill holes
for the anchors.

WALL PLATE

SUBFLOORING

Wood oor.

A

FINISHED
FLOORING

WOOD FLOOR

A

A

WALL PLATE

SUBFLOORING

CONCRETE

FLOOR

A

FINISHED
FLOORING

11/2"(38)

min

Concrete oor.

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INSTALLATION

Placement

CAUTION

Before moving the unit into position, secure the door/
drawers closed and protect any nished ooring.

Use an appliance dolly to move the unit near the opening.
The front leveling legs are extended below the front rollers to
improve stability during placement. Once the unit is placed
in front of the opening, completely retract the front leveling
legs to allow the unit to be rolled into position. Front and
rear leveling legs can be adjusted from the front once the
unit is positioned.

If the unit has been on its back or side, it must stand upright
for a minimum of 24 hours before connecting power.

Plug the power cord into the grounded outlet and roll the
unit into position. Verify the anti-tip bracket is properly
engaged.

Alignment

LEVELING

Once the unit is in position, height adjustment can be made
from the front. Using a Phillips drive, turn clockwise to raise
the unit or counterclockwise to lower. Use the lowest torque
setting when using a power drill. Do not turn the leveling
legs by hand. Refer to the illustration below.

When the unit is properly leveled, door/drawer adjustments
are less likely to be necessary.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Level the unit to the oor, not sur-

rounding cabinetry. This could affect the operation of the
unit, such as door closing.

WARNING

To reduce the possibility of the unit tipping forward,
the front leveling legs must be in contact with the oor.

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Leveling.

REAR

ADJUSTMENT

FRONT

ADJUSTMENT

INSTALLATION

Alignment

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

Adjust the depth of the unit to t ush with surrounding
cabinetry. Follow these steps for a precision t:

1 Place decorative panel on a protected work surface.

Place the panel thickness gauge next to the panel to
determine which notch corresponds with the panel thick­ness. Refer to the illustration below. Once the proper
notch has been determined, mark that notch with a
marker.

2 With the door closed, position the top of the unit using

the panel thickness gauge. Refer to the illustration
below. Insert a #8 x
hinge, then insert a #8 x
handle side of the unit. For narrower units, the door may
need to be opened to access the handle side screw
location. Repeat the process to align the bottom.

ANCHORING

Once the top and bottom are aligned, verify doors and
drawers open properly, then install remaining screws in each
side trim.

1

/2" stainless steel screw above the

1

/2" pan head screw on the

Water Line

Purge the water line prior to nal connection to the unit. This
will remove any debris that may be present in the tubing
from installing the new water line. Connect the plastic tubing
from the unit to the house water supply line with the tting
connection kit provided. Check all water line ttings for
leaks.

Locate the water line in the notch as shown in the illustration
below.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If a reverse osmosis system used, it is

recommended that the water ltration system be bypassed
by removing the lter.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Water lines can not be exposed to

freezing temperatures.

NOTCH

PANEL THICKNESS

Panel thickness.

GAUGE

SCREW

SIDE TRIM

CABINETRY

FACE

FRAME

Unit depth.

FRONT OF

UNIT

Water line.

WATER LINE

CONNECTION

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PANEL INSTALLATION

Custom Panels

For integrated models, custom door panels and handle
hardware must be installed. Stainless steel panels are
available through an authorized Sub-Zero dealer. For local
dealer information, visit the nd a showroom section of our
website, subzero.com.

The thickness of the custom panel can vary. A minimum

5

/8" (16) thick panel is required, but the thickness can be
increased provided it does not exceed the maximum panel
weight indicated in the chart below. The depth of each
integrated model is 24"

(610). Allow for panel thickness when

planning the nished opening depth.

PANEL REQUIREMENTS

PANEL WEIGHT MAX

18" Column 45 lb (20 kg)

24" Column 60 lb (27 kg)

30" Column 75 lb (34 kg)

36" Column 75 lb (34 kg)

PANEL WEIGHT MAX

30" Tall (door) 50 lb (22 kg)

36" Tall (door) 60 lb (27 kg)

Drawer 15 lb (7 kg)

PANEL THICKNESS MIN

All Panels

5

/8" (16)

Reveals between panels can vary, 1/8" (3) reveals are typical.

CAUTION

When installing a panel thicker than 1" (25), the 90° stop
may be required to prevent damage to the unit and
adjacent cabinetry.

CAUTION

As reveals between cabinetry and the unit decrease,
severe nger pinching can occur while door is closing.

Finish all sides of custom panels. They will be visible when
the door/drawer is open.

D-style handles are recommended. Door handles must be
located near the edge of the panel opposite the hinge and
should be centered top to bottom. Drawer handles must
be located near the top edge of each panel. Stainless steel
tubular and pro handles are avail able through an authorized
Sub-Zero dealer. For local dealer information, visit the nd a
showroom section of our website, subzero.com.

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PANEL INSTALLATION

Custom Panels

DOOR PANEL HEIGHT

The height of the custom door panel can extend beyond the
typical panel height, provided it does not exceed the weight
limit. Refer to the illustration below.

13/4"

(45)

A DECORATIVE VALANCE

1

/8" (3)

DOOR
PANEL

84"

(2134)

HINGE

Upper valance (column and tall models)—side view.

CANNOT EXTEND

BEYOND THIS PLANE

24" (610)

TO BACK OF UNIT

TOE KICK CLEARANCE

The height of the toe kick area can extend beyond the
typical toe kick height, provided it does not exceed the
dimensions in the illustration below. Toe kick heights from

(51) to 3

2"

7

/8" (98) require a reduced toe kick accessory
available through an authorized Sub-Zero dealer. For local
dealer information, visit the nd a showroom section of our
website, subzero.com. For questions regarding the installa­tion, call Sub-Zero customer care at 800-222-7820.

VENTED

LOUVERS

24" (610)

TO BACK OF UNIT

11/8" (29)

MAX

TOE KICK

ADJUSTMENT

A DECORATIVE TOE KICK

CANNOT EXTEND

BEYOND THIS PLANE

2" (51)*

TO

6" (152)

FROM

FLOOR

HINGE

DOOR
PANEL

*2" (51) to 37/8" (98) requires sales accessory.

Toe kick—side view.

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PANEL INSTALLATION

EDGE OF DOOR PANEL

EDGE OF DOOR PANEL

Panel Installation

DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION

Typical panel dimensions are based on an 84" (2134) nished

1

height with

/8" (3) reveals. Template placement must be

adjusted for panels exceeding typical dimensions.

For tall models, the door panel should be installed rst,
followed by the upper then lower drawer panel.

Place the panel face down on a protected work surface.
Position the template ush with the top and sides of the
panel. Verify the correct side of the template is being used,
then mark and drill holes. Refer to the illustration below.

For tall models, align the notch in the template with the
bottom of the door panel, then mark and drill holes. Refer to
the illustration below.

TOP OF DOOR PANEL

TOP OF

DOOR PANEL

84" APPLICATION

83 7/8" ACTUAL

USE TABS FOR HINGE
SIDE PANEL EDGE ON

DUAL INSTALLATION

DOOR PANEL

BOTTOM OF

BOTTOM OF

DOOR PANEL

TOP OF

DOOR PANEL

83 7/8" ACTUAL

84" APPLICATION

DUAL INSTALLATION
SIDE PANEL EDGE ON
USE TABS FOR HINGE

BOTTOM OF

DOOR PANEL

1

Use the T-20 torx drive provided to partially insert a #8 x

/2"

screw into the second hole from the top on each side of the

3

panel. The screws should be approximately

/16" (4) proud
of the panel and will support the weight of the panel during
installation.

Align the support screws on the back of the panel with the
slotted holes on both door mounting brackets. Opening the
door slightly may help with alignment. Once the panel is

1

supported by the screws, partially insert a #8 x

/2" screw
into the second hole from the bottom on each side of the
panel, but do not tighten.

CAUTION

As the reveal between cabinets and the unit decreases,
the potential exists for severe nger pinching if ngers
are placed in the opening when the door is closing.

BACK OF

DOOR PANEL

Door panel template—top.

Door panel template—bottom
(tall models only).

Door panel mounting.

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PANEL INSTALLATION

LEFT EDGE OF DRAWER PANEL

Panel Installation

DRAWER PANEL INSTALLATION

Place the panel face down on a protected work surface.
Position the template ush with the top and sides of the
panel. Verify the correct side of the template is being used,
then mark and drill holes. Refer to the illustration below.

1

Use the T-20 torx drive provided, to partially insert a #8 x

/2"

screw into the second hole from the top on each side of the

3

panel. The screws should be approximately

/16" (4) proud
of the panel and will support the weight of the panel during
installation.

Align the support screws on the back of the panel with the
slotted holes on both drawer mounting brackets. Refer to
the illustration below. Opening the drawer slightly may help
with alignment. Once the panel is supported by the screws,

1

partially insert a #8 x

/2" screw into the second hole from

the bottom on each side of the panel, but do not tighten.

TOP OF DRAWER PANEL

TOP OF

DRAWER PANEL

TOP HOLES
FOR UPPER

AND LOWER

DRAWERS

BACK OF

DRAWER PANEL

PANEL ADJUSTMENT

Close the door and/or drawers, now adjustments can be
made to align panels and reveals.

For side-to-side adjustment, move panels side to side, then
install and tighten all mounting screws.

For up-and-down and in-and-out adjustments, slightly
loosen the bracket screws. Depending on the level of
adjustment required, it may be helpful to loosen all of the
bracket screws which will allow for maximum adjustment.
Once the bracket screws are loosened, rotate the cams
to make adjustments. After adjustments have been made,
tighten all bracket screws. Refer to the illustrations below.

BRACKET

SCREWS

UP-AND-DOWN

CAM

BRACKET

SCREWS

IN-AND-OUT

CAM

WER PANEL

Drawer panel template—top. Drawer panel mounting.

In-and-out adjustment.

Up-and-down adjustment.

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INSTALLATION

Completion

DOOR TRIM INSTALLATION

After panels have been adjusted, install the decorative side
trim to the door/drawers. To install, start at the top and
align the trim with the front and rear anges on the bracket,
then snap into place by pushing the trim toward the back
of the panel. Once the top is secure, continue the installa­tion downward until the remaining trim is completely secure.
Refer to the illustrations below.

DOOR TRIM

FRONT

FLANGE

REAR

FLANGE

Door trim.

Bracket anges.

TOP TRIM INSTALLATION

Identify the top trim strips by the notch on one end at the
bottom; this trim strip ts on the hinge side of the unit.

Insert the outer end of each trim strip behind the vertical
side trim. Engage the snap in the plastic side bracket and
slide the panel as far to the outside as possible. Refer to the
illustration below.

Rotate the inner end of each panel into the side ange of
the center shroud, next to the water lter access door. Press
on the trim strip to snap into place. Refer to the illustration
below.

SIDE TRIM INSTALLATION

Install the decorative trim strip to the handle side of tall
and column models. The side trim snaps over the bracket
attached to the handle side of the unit. Refer to the illustra­tion below.

Side trim.

Inner top trim.

Outer top trim.

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