Thermador T18, T24, T30 Installation Instructions

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................ 4
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ............................................................................. 41
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN.......................................................................... 79
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Installation Instructions ........................................ 18
Table of Contents
Installation options ............................................... 6
Individual unit .......................................................... 6
Side-by-Side ........................................................... 6
Individual appliances with partition .......................... 6
At the end of the kitchen units ................................ 6
Installation ............................................................. 7
Installation room ..................................................... 7
Installation cavity ..................................................... 7
Furniture/fixtures ..................................................... 7
Base ....................................................................... 7
Connecting the power .......................................... 8
onnecting the water .............................................. 8
Installation dimensions ......................................... 9
Single installation .................................................... 9
Side-by-Side installation .......................................... 10
Water connection ................................................... 11
Appliance dimensions .......................................... 12
18" Appliance (Freezer/Freezer with Ice and
Water dispenser) ..................................................... 12
18" Appliance (Wine unit) ........................................ 13
24" Appliance (Refrigerator/Freezer/Freezer
with Ice and Water dispenser) ................................. 14
24" Appliance (Wine unit) ........................................ 15
30" Appliance (Refrigerator/Freezer/Freezer
with Ice and Water dispenser) ................................. 16
Required accessories and tools .......................... 17
Supplied accessories .............................................. 17
Optional accessories .............................................. 17
Other required accessories from specialist outlets .. 17
Tools ...................................................................... 17
Other ...................................................................... 17
1. Checking the installation cavity .......... 18
2. Transport of the appliance ................. 18
3. Removing the packaging ................... 19
4. Installation preparation ...................... 19
5. Changing over the door hinges .......... 19
6. Preparing the installation cavity .......... 22
7. Attaching an alternative anti-tip device 23
8. Preparing to connect the water ......... 23
9. Attaching the edge protection ........... 24
10. Side-by-Side installation .................... 24
11. Pushing the appliance into the
installation cavity ............................... 25
12. Installing and aligning the appliance ... 26
13. Attaching the appliance to the
top of the cavity ................................. 27
14. Attaching the individual appliance
to the side of the cavity ...................... 27
15. Checking that the finger guard
moves easily ...................................... 28
16. Connecting the water to the appliance 28
17. Attaching the toe kick panel .............. 29
18. Commissioning the Appliance ........... 30
19. Preparing the furniture doors ............. 30
20. Loading the appliance door ............... 31
21. Attaching the adjusting rail
to the furniture door ........................... 32
22. Attaching and aligning
the furniture door ............................... 33
23. Attaching the furniture door ............... 34
24. Attaching the lower bracket ............... 35
25. Attaching the finger guard ................. 36
26. Attaching the covers .......................... 36
27. Aligning the ice-water dispenser ........ 37
28. Attaching the cover strips .................. 38
29. Mounting of air separator ................... 39
30. Adjusting the door opening angle ...... 40
31. Changing the door spring .................. 40
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Before you Begin
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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These appliances are top-heavy and must be secured to prevent the possibility of tipping forward. Anti-tip protection is required.
Keep doors closed until the appliance is completely installed and secured per installation instructions.
Due to the weight and size of this appliance, and to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the product – TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR PROPER INSTALLATION.
This appliance must be properly grounded. See the section on “Connecting the power” on page 8.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose. Immediately repair or replace electric service cords that
become frayed or damaged. Unplug the appliance or switch off the fuse before cleaning
or making repairs. Repairs should be made by a qualified service technician.
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Skill - Level - Installation of this appliance 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 Appliance Warranty.
See the Owner's Manual for warranty information.
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IMPORTANT
General
These installation instructions are intended for use by qualified installers. All connections for water, electrical power and grounding must comply with local codes and ordinances and be made by licensed personnel when required. In the absence of a local code:
In the U.S.A., in accordance with the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA70 - latest edition/State and Municipal codes and/or local codes.
In Canada, in accordance with the Canadian Electric
Code C22.1 - latest edition/Provincial and Municipal codes and/or local codes.
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WARNING – This indicates that death or serious inju­ries may occur as a result of not observing this warning.
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CAUTION – This indicates that minor or moderate inju­ries or damage may occur as a result of not observing this warning.
WARNING
CAUTION
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NOTE
IMPORTANT NOTE / NOTE – This is used to draw the user's attention to something in particular.
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.
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Installation options
There are many different installation options. These are limited only by the design of the kitchen and the
function of the finger guard.
Individual unit
Side-by-Side
Individual appliances with partition
When dimensioning the partition for model 4, note the
thickness of the furniture fronts to prevent damage if the doors are opened at the same time.
Use the Extreme Combination Side-by-Side Heating kit
if the gap between the appliances is less than 6" (160 mm).
See the section on “Optional accessories" on page 17.
Minimum thickness of the partition 5/8" (16 mm).
* Partition required! When 2 appliances are installed Side-by-Side, the Basic
Combination Side-by-Side Sealing kit must be used to ensure a stable connection.
See the section on “Optional accessories" on page 17.
At the end of the kitchen units
If one side of the appliance is visible, a side panel must be used.
The side panel must be connected firmly to the wall, the floor and overhead furniture/fixtures before the appliance is placed in the cavity.
The dimensions of the side panel are taken from the opposite cavity wall. During installation ensure that the cavity is square and the exact size.
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Installation
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Do not install the appliance:
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Furniture/fixtures
The new appliance is screwed securely to adjacent and overhead furniture/fixtures.
For this reason it is essential that all attachable furniture/ fixtures are connected securely to the base or the wall by suitable means.
–outdoors,
– in an environment with dripping water,
– in rooms which are at risk of frost.
Appliance is very heavy - for empty weight see the fol­lowing table:
Refrigerator 24" approx. 310 Ibs / 140 kg Refrigerator 30" approx. 350 Ibs / 158 kg
Freezer 18" approx. 255 Ibs / 115 kg* Freezer 24" approx. 300 Ibs / 135 kg* Freezer 30" approx. 335 Ibs / 150 kg*
Wine unit 18" approx. 300 Ibs / 135 kg Wine unit 24" approx. 360 Ibs / 160 kg
( * without Water Dispenser)
Installation room
The appliance should be installed in a dry, ventilated room.
The ambient temperature should not drop below 55 °F (13 °C) or rise above 110 °F (43 °C), otherwise malfunctions may occur.
The installation location should not be exposed to direct sunlight and not placed near a heat source, such as an oven, radiator, etc. If installation next to a heat source is unavoidable, use a suitable insulating plate or observe the following minimum distances from the heat source:
Base
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A fully-load appliance is very heavy - for the load-bea­ring capacity at least see the following table: Refrigerator 24" approx. 890 Ibs / 400 kg
Refrigerator 30" approx. 1110 Ibs / 500 kg Freezer 18" approx. 560 Ibs / 250 kg*
Freezer 24" approx. 780 Ibs / 350 kg* Freezer 30" approx. 950 Ibs / 425 kg*
Wine unit 18" approx. 550 Ibs / 245 kg Wine unit 24" approx. 694 Ibs / 310 kg
( * without Water Dispenser)
To ensure that the appliance is installed securely and functions properly, the base must be flat and level.
The base must be made of a hard, rigid material. The installation area must be the same height as the rest of
the room. On account of the heavy weight of a fully loaded appliance,
a load-bearing base is required. If in doubt, contact an architect or a building expert.
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–11/4" (30 mm) from an electric cooker,
12" (300 mm) from an oil or solid-fuel cooker.
Installation cavity
It is important to observe the specified dimensions of the installation cavity for a trouble-free installation of the appliance and for the subsequent general view of the furniture front.
In particular ensure that the cavity is square. Squareness can be checked by suitable means, e.g. spirit
level, diagonal measurements, etc The minimum thickness of side walls and the top wall must
be 5/8" (16 mm). The minimum thickness of toe kick panel must be 1/2" (13 mm).
A thickness of 3/4" (19 mm) is recommended.
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Connecting the power
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Electrical Shock Hazard
– Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. – Do not remove ground prong. – Do not use an adapter. – Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
The appliance comes with a 3-wire power supply cord, UL listed in the USA.
The appliance requires a 3-wire receptacle. The receptacle must be installed by a licensed electrician
only. The socket must be fused with a 10 to 16 A fuse. Please
observe in this coherence the following table:
Appliance MAX load at one time
Refrigerator 24" 2.0 Ampere Refrigerator 30" 2.0 Ampere Freezer 18" (incl. IceMaker) 3.5 Ampere Freezer 24" (incl. IceMaker) 4.0 Ampere Freezer 30" (incl. IceMaker) 4.5 Ampere Wine unit 18" 2.0 Ampere Wine unit 24" 2.0 Ampere
Orient ground prong to the bottom as shown in the pictures. For the installation position of the receptacle see “Installation
dimensions", page 9.
WARNING
Additional grounding procedure
Some local regulations may require a seperate ground. In such cases, the required accesseory ground wire, clamp and screw must be purchased seperately.
Never ground the appliance to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines or water pipes.
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Grounding instruction
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric current
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Improper connection of the equipment grounding con­ductor may result in electric shock. Have the appliance checked by a qualified electrician or service technician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance has been properly grounded.
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Connecting the water
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Only connect the appliance to drinking water!
A cold water connection is required for operation of the automatic ice maker. The water pressure must be between 25 and 120 p.s.i. (1.72-8.25 bar). The installation must comply with local plumbing regulations.
A separate shut-off valve must be installed for the appliance water connection.
The shut-off valve for the water connection must not be behind the appliance. It is recommended to place the shut­off valve directly next to the appliance (base unit) or in another easily accessible location.
When installing the water connection, observe the permitted installation areas for the pipe. For the permitted installation areas and dimensions see “Installation dimensions", page 9.
The supply pipe can be located at the side on the right (a), at the side on the left (b) or underneath (c).
Maximum outer diameter of the water pipe (without fittings):
Attach a separate shut-off valve for the water connection in a suitable, easily accessible location. Do not use a self-piercing valve!
CAUTION
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/32" (10 mm).
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Installation dimensions
Single installation
IMPORTANT !
It is strongly recommended the top panel boundary of the niche be of solid material (5/8" thickness). Make sure that the upper boundary is completely flush for a depth of at least 4".
Legend:
A Area for installation of the water connection
It is recommended the water-box be placed adjacent to the installation cavity, so that it can be accessed for service without uninstalling the appliance. If this is not possible, place the recessed water box adjacent to the power supply socket elevated at the heights as referenced in areas A+B.
IMPORTANT !
Make sure that the side walls of the niche are completely flush ! If, for some reasons, a seperate niche cabinet is created, make sure that the furniture return area is at least 4" deep.
Appliance X Y
18" (17
24" (23
30" (29
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/
" / 450,8 mm)
4
3
/
" / 603,2 mm)
4
3
/
" / 755,6 mm)
4
18" (457 mm) 9" (229 mm)
24" (610 mm) 12" (305 mm)
30" (762 mm) 15" (381 mm)
B Area for installation of the power connection C Opening depth of niche, depending on kitchen design
C = 24" (610 mm) minimum
NOTE: Cavity must be square. Side wall of the cavity must be flush.
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Side-by-Side installation
The cavity dimensions indicated above for the respective appliance apply to a Side-by-Side installation of two appliances.
The total width of the cavity results from the addition of the cavity widths indicated for the two appliances.
Example:
Freezer 18" / Refrigerator 30"
Legend:
A Area for installation of the water connection
It is recommended the water-box be placed adjacent to the installation cavity, so that it can be accessed for service without uninstalling the appliance. If this is not possible, place the recessed water box adjacent to the power supply socket elevated at the heights as referenced in areas A+B.
IMPORTANT !
It is strongly recommended the top panel boundary of the niche be of solid material (5/8" thickness). Make sure that the upper boundary is completely flush for a depth of at least 4".
IMPORTANT !
Make sure that the side walls of the niche are completely flush ! If, for some reasons, a seperate niche cabinet is created, make sure that the furniture return area is at least 4" deep.
B Area for installation of the power connection C Opening depth of niche, depending on kitchen design
C = 24" (610 mm) minimum
NOTE: Cavity must be square. Side wall of the cavity must be flush.
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Water connection
The supply pipe can be located a) at the side on the right, b) at the side on the left or c) underneath.
Legend:
A Area for installation of the water connection B Area for installation of the power connection
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Appliance dimensions
18" Appliance (Freezer/Freezer with Ice and Water dispenser)
Legend:
a) Adjustment in levelling legs +13/8" (35 mm) / –1/2" (13 mm). b) Dimensions may vary. c) Thickness of door panel may vary. d) This dimension may vary depending on installation, panel
thickness and kitchen hardware.
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e) Unit dimensions f) Wooden door panel dimension
Note:
One design of the wooden panel displayed.
18" Appliance (Wine unit)
Legend:
a) Adjustment in levelling legs +13/8" (35 mm) / –1/2" (13 mm). b) Dimensions may vary. c) Thickness of door panel may vary. d) This dimension may vary depending on installation, panel
thickness and kitchen hardware.
e) Unit dimensions f) Wooden door panel dimension
Note:
One design of the wooden panel displayed.
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24" Appliance (Refrigerator/Freezer/Freezer with Ice and Water dispenser)
Legend:
a) Adjustment in levelling legs +13/8" (35 mm) / –1/2" (13 mm). b) Dimensions may vary. c) Thickness of door panel may vary. d) This dimension may vary depending on installation, panel
thickness and kitchen hardware.
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e) Unit dimensions f) Wooden door panel dimension
Note:
One design of the wooden panel displayed.
24" Appliance (Wine unit)
Legend:
a) Adjustment in levelling legs +13/8" (35 mm) / –1/2" (13 mm). b) Dimensions may vary. c) Thickness of door panel may vary. d) This dimension may vary depending on installation, panel
thickness and kitchen hardware.
e) Unit dimensions f) Wooden door panel dimension
Note:
One design of the wooden panel displayed.
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30" Appliance (Refrigerator/Freezer/Freezer with Ice and Water dispenser)
Legend:
a) Adjustment in levelling legs +13/8" (35 mm) / –1/2" (13 mm). b) Dimensions may vary. c) Thickness of door panel may vary. d) This dimension may vary depending on installation, panel
thickness and kitchen hardware.
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e) Unit dimensions f) Wooden door panel dimension
Note:
One design of the wooden panel displayed.
Required accessories and tools
Supplied accessories
Installation instructions – Operating instructions – Installation kit
Optional accessories
Basic Combination Side-by-Side Sealing kit
For permanent connection of two individual appliances, e. g. Freezer next to Refrigerator.
Extreme Combination Side-by-Side Heating kit
If the gap between the appliances is less than 6" (160 mm).
Panel unification part (Metal strip)
For connection of two furniture doors. Can be used for standard height furniture doors without further preliminary work.
Other required accessories from specialist outlets
Ice maker installation kit 1/4" OD copper line
For connecting appliances which require water, e.g. for an ice maker.
Maximum outer diameter of the water pipe (without fittings): 13/32" (10 mm).
Wooden beam (cross section min. 3" x 4") as an
alternative tilt protection, length according to the width
of the installation cavity – Wooden screws in different sizes – Thin (max. 1/16" (1.5 mm)), suitable material to protect
the floor from damage (e.g. lino) – Suitable material for covering and protecting furniture
(e.g. protective sheets) – Adhesive tape
NOTE
Before using, check whether the removed adhesive tape leaves adhesive residue on the work surfaces! Otherwise do not use on high-quality work surfaces.
Tools
Cordless screwdriver T20 – Torx screwdriver T20 – Torx bit T20 + magnetic holder –5/16" (8 mm) hex nut driver – Wood drills in different sizes – Open end wrench 1/2" (SW 13 mm) –Multigrip pliers – Adjustable wrench – Cutter with adjustable blade – Metal tape measure –Square – Spirit level length 2' (60 cm) and 4' (1,2 m) – Marking-out level, length at least 4' (1.2 m) for individual
appliances or 7' (2.0 m) for Side-by-Side installation
Other
Stepladder – Dolly, hand truck – Hammer drill for drilling holes in wall or floor – Bits according suitable for material and in different sizes
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Installation instructions
The following installation instructions describe the installation steps for various appliance types:
Refrigerator units
Freezer units
Freezer units with ice maker
Freezer units with ice-water dispenser
Wine storage units
Therefore the diagrams may not be a true representation of your appliance.
Particular reference is made to special installation steps for individual appliance types.
1. Checking the installation cavity
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To ensure a safe, trouble-free installation and an opti­mum overall view of the subsequent furniture front, tho­roughly check that the installation cavity complies with the installation requirements.
Before starting the installation, check that the installation cavity complies with all requirements for a safe and trouble-free installation.
Check the base.
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2. Transport of the appliance
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The appliance is very heavy. Be careful, otherwise people who are helping may be injured or the appliance may be damaged.
Transport the appliance to a suitable installation location
with suitable means of transportation (trolley, lifting truck
or hand-driven truck).
Secure the appliance during transportation to prevent it
from overturning. The appliance is 8321/32" (2125 mm) tall. If the appliance
cannot be transported in an upright position due to the structural conditions, the appliance can be transported horizontally.
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Do not erect the appliance via the side panels. Risk of damage to the appliance!
When erecting the appliance, observe the required minimum height at the installation location according to the following table:
Erection via appliance rear
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CAUTION
Erection via appliance side panel
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Follow the instructions in the section on “Installation location” on page 7.
Check the dimensions of the cavity.
Check that the cavity is square.
Check location of the socket.
Also follow the instructions in the section on “Connecting the power” on page 8 and in the section on “Installation dimensions” on page 9.
Check location of the water connection
(only for appliances with ice maker).
Also follow the instructions in the the section on “Connecting the water” on page 8.
Check attachment of the adjacent furniture/fixtures.
All furniture parts in the vicinity of the appliance must be connected securely to the wall.
Check that adjacent furniture/fixtures do not collide
(door opening angle).
Minimum height
86" / 2185 mm
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Always place the means of transport centrally on the rear side of the appliance. Never push it in from the front or from the side under the appliance. Risk of damage to the appliance!
CAUTION
Do not erect the appliance via the side panels!
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– Carefully open the appliance – risk of tipping over –
and remove accessories and installation materials from inside the appliance. Close the door again.
Move the appliance with a hand truck securely.
3. Removing the packaging
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– The appliance may tip over while it is being
unpacked. – The appliance is very heavy. – When opening the appliance door, the appliance
may tip forwards.
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Do not remove transportation safety devices which protect the shelves and storage compartments inside the appliance until the installation is complete, otherwise the parts may be damaged.
Check appliance for damage in transit.
Do not install the appliance if it is visibly damaged. If in doubt, contact your dealer.
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4. Installation preparation
Unpack installation materials and accessories. To improve allocation to the work steps, the packages are
identified differently. To do this, comply with the overview sheet attached to the
appliance!
Be careful, otherwise people who are helping may be injured or the appliance may be damaged
To protect the base from damage during installation:
Attach a residual piece of carpet, lino, etc. to the floor
with adhesive tape in front of the intended installation location.
Remove transportation packaging:
– Remove the cartoon. Use the cutter securely to
protect the surface of appliance.
– Remove packaging material.
– Attach the power cord to the back of the appliance
with a piece of adhesive tape.
– Remove transportation protection devices and lift
appliance off the pallet – appliance is very heavy!
– Remove accessories from the outside
of the appliance.
– Keep adhesive tape which was used to attach
the supplied accessories to the appliance. It is used subsequently for attaching the edge protection to the cavity walls (see Section 9.).
5. Changing over the door hinges
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Before working on the hinge, release the spring. Risk of injury!
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NOTE
– If it is not necessary to change over the door hinges,
continue with the next installation step.
– The door hinges cannot be exchanged in the case of
freezers with ice and water dispensers.
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Release the spring
Release the spring on the hinge. Loosen the screw from
I to 0.
Exchanging the door hinges
Remove the hinges.
Remove the hinge box covers.
Unscrew the door.
Remove the parts of grill.
A ventilation grille is enclosed with the appliance for the changed door stop position. In further mounting the appliance, use this part.
Change over the hinge angle.
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Fit in the plastic part of the new ventilation grille. Mount the new ventilation grille.
Change over the fixation parts on the door.
Fix the door.
Span the spring on the hinge. Tighten the screw from
0 to I.
Fix the hinges on the appliance. Change the hinges
crosswise!
Fix the hinge box cover.
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6. Preparing the installation cavity
Fastening with wood screws
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Assure that there are no electrical wires or plumbing in the area which the screws could penetrate.
Risk of injury and damage!
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NOTE
– 2 anti-tip-angless are required for each appliance or
appliance combination (Side-by-Side). – The supplied set contains fastening screws for
various applications. Select the fastening screws
according to the local conditions. – If the supplied fastening screws do not permit
secure attachment of the anti-tip brackets and
therefore the appliance, another method must be
used to attach the anti-tip brackets securely.
Fastening with dowels and screws
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Always wear safety glasses and other necessary pro­tective devices or apparel when installing or working with anchors. Risk of injury!
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The anti-tip-angles must have a minimum length of 41/8” (105 mm) over the appliance to ensure a secure stand of the appliance.
If this minimum length cannot be observed for structural conditions it is possible to do this by fastening a spacer behind the anti-tip angle, e. g. a sufficiently dimensioned wood plank.
The length of the plank should correspond to the width of the installation niche!
Specify the attachment points of the anti-tip-angles.
Specify the detailed dimensions according to the section on “Installation dimensions”.
Attach the anti-tip-angles completely. Be sure screws
hold tight.
Not recommended for use in light-weight masonry material such as block or brick.
Not recommended for use in new concrete which has not had time to cure.
Do not use core drills to drill holes for this anchor.
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7. Attaching an alternative anti-tip device
IMPORTANT NOTE
If the anti-tip angless cannot be attached securely, an alternative anti-tip device can be attached. However, ensure that there is no play between the appliance and the anti-tip device.
If possible, always screw the wooden beam to existing studs on the rear panel of the cavity.
Saw the wooden beam (cross section min. 3" x 4") to the required length.
Length is equal to the width of the installation cavity!
NOTE
– If the installation cavity is deeper than the
appliance, select a beam which has a larger cross section or attach 2 beams.
– The beam must cover the appliance by
at least 2" (50.8 mm).
NOTE
Specify the number of screws according to the cavity width, thereby ensuring that the beam can be attached securely.
According to the subsurface:
Locate wall studs near the rear panel of the cavity and
mark drill holes in the beam or
Fasten suitable dowel into the rear wall.
Predrill the wooden beam.
Attach the wooden beam to the rear panel of the cavity.
8. Preparing to connect the water
(only for appliances which require a water connection)
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Turn off the main water tap to prevent damage caused by leaking water.
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Mark the installation height (lower edge of the beam) on
the rear panel of the cavity.
Select screws according to the thickness of the wooden
beam: length = min. 2.5 x beam thickness, diameter #12 or #14.
Attach the connecting pipe to the shut-off valve
according to the instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the ice maker installation kit.
Install the connecting pipe.
Always observe the indicated gap dimensions to prevent damage to the connecting pipe when pushing in the appliance.
Attach the connecting pipe to the floor with adhesive
tape.
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9. Attaching the edge protection
To protect the corners of the installation cavity, attach the supplied protective brackets with adhesive tape.
10. Side-by-Side installation
If a side-by-side installation is intended, now connect the two appliances together.
Detailed information on installation can be found in the separate installation instructions for the sealing kit for side-by-side installation.
The following work steps must be performed on two interconnected appliances.
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11. Pushing the appliance into the installation cavity
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Caution when pushing the appliance into the installa­tion cavity. Do not damage the water pipe or power cord attached to the floor.
CAUTION
NOTE
When the floor or the appliance is tilted in comparison to the installation cavity adjust height adjustable wheels before you move the appliance into the installation cavity.
Put the mains plug into the socket.
NOTE
In the case of Side-by-Side appliances a separate socket must be used for each appliance.
Prevent the power cord from becoming caught.
Tie a piece of string to the middle of the power cord and feed forwards under the appliance. When pushing in the appliance, pull the cable forwards.
or Using adhesive tape, stick the power cord to the floor
centrally behind the appliance approx. 15" (380 mm) away from the rear panel of the cavity.
Carefully push the appliance into the cavity.
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Remove edge protection.
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12. Installing and aligning the appliance
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Never use a cordless screwdriver! Risk of damage to the appliance.
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NOTE
– Do not twist or jam the appliance inside the cavity!
When unscrewing the height-adjustable feet, proceed gradually: Always alternate between left and right, left and right, etc..
– The adjustment of the rear feet is facilitated if the
appliance is unloaded at the rear.
– Do not bend the appliance against the anti-tip-
angles.
The installation aid parts on the door have been designed for the following total thickness of furniture doors:
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/4" (19 mm)
–11/2" (38 mm) Always take account of the possible differing thickness of the
furniture fronts which are to be fitted subsequently. The height-adjustable feet at the front and rear can all be
adjusted from the front. Front:with open-ended wrench 1/2" (SW13) Rear:with 5/16" (8 mm) hex nut driver via flexible shaft. A mark is attached to the appliance base and is used as
a standard gage for height adjustment. When adjusting the height, align this mark at a height of 11/2" (32 mm) above the floor.
Align the appliance with the furniture fronts.
Place marking-out level over the installation aid parts on the door.
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Unscrew the height-adjustable feet until the mark on
the base has reached the indicated guide dimension (11/4" / 32 mm).
NOTE
It is very important to comply with this dimension for the subsequent alignment of the furniture fronts.
Align the furniture fronts with the spirit level.
13. Attaching the appliance to the top of the cavity
Attach the cover strip to the attachment plate (top).
Shorten the fitting strip to the required height!
Screw the attachment plate lugs (top) to the overhead
furniture/fixtures.
NOTE
In the case of a side-by-side installation connect both cover rails to the bolt included in the installation accessories for side-by-side installation
14. Attaching the individual appliance to the side of the cavity
Fix the attachment plate side lugs (top) depending on
the installation situation.
NOTE
If there is no gap or only a slight gap, it is not neces­sary to fix the side lugs.
If there is a fairly large gap above the appliance,
fit a wooden beam above the appliance, ensuring that the wooden beam fits the gap exactly.
Screw the attachment plate lugs (side) to the adjacent
furniture/fixtures (individual appliances only).
NOTE
In the case of a side-by-side installation this installa­tion step is not possible. These parts have been removed.
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15. Checking that the finger guard moves easily
16. Connecting the water to the appliance
It is now essential to check that the finger guard moves easily. At a later time any required corrections will be more difficult.
Push the finger guard on the hinge side into the gap
between the appliance and cavity wall.
It must be possible to push in and pull out the finger guard easily!
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When bending the water pipe, do not kink it, otherwise there is a risk of leaks and water damage.
CAUTION
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NOTE
When connecting the water pipe to the solenoid valve of the appliance, follow the instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the ice maker installation kit enclosed with the installation manual.
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Remove the cap from the appliance connection (1.). Bend the water pipe according to the location of the
connection on the appliance (2.).
Push the union nut and seal onto the water pipe. Push the end of the water pipe into the appliance
connection and screw on the union nut (3.). Tighten hand-tight.
Using the open-ended wrench, tighten the union nut.
Do not overturn!
Open the shut-off valve and main water tap. Check the connection on the shut-off valve and on the
appliance for leaks.
17. Attaching the toe kick panel
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The maximum height of the toe kick panel is 4" from the top of the floor. Do not cover ventilation slots in the base panel. Risk of damage to the appliance.
If required, cut the toe kick panel to the required length.
CAUTION
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Put on the base panel (do not screw on) and measure
the difference in depth Y between the base panel and toe kick panel of the adjacent furniture.
Remove the base panel. Loosen the brackets for attaching the base panel and
push in all the way.
Attach the base panel to the appliance.
Remove the protective film from the adhesive pads on
the Velcro.
Fit the toe kick panel to the base panel and press firmly
into place.
Pull out the brackets by the measured amount Y. Screw the brackets tightly
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Attach the base panel.
19. Preparing the furniture doors
IMPORTANT NOTE
When performing any work on the furniture doors, always observe the following:
– Always screw into the best load-bearing material of
the furniture door. – Never screw into fillers, decorative strips or similar. – Select a screw length which is always shorter than
the thickness of the furniture front. – To prevent damage, protect surfaces of the furniture
doors during installation. The total weight of the furniture front must not exceed
the following values: – 18" Appliance 44 Ibs / 20 kg (19 lbs/8.5 kg *) – 24" Applianc 55 Ibs / 25 kg (32 lbs/14.5 kg *) – 30" Applianc 64 Ibs / 29 kg ( * Wine unit)
NOTE
If required, the toe kick panel can be screwed to the base panel. There are screw holes in the base panel near the Velcro.
18. Commissioning the Appliance
To guarantee the accuracy of the following working steps and thus the appearance of the overall kitchen front later on, the appliance should now be operated.
Open the appliance door. Press the POWER button.
Only for appliances with a water connection:
In order to avoid the risk of damage caused by leaking water from damage possibly caused to the water pipe feeding the appliance, keep the shut-off valve closed.
Adjusting the furniture door
The furniture fronts are attached to the appliance door by means of fitting parts on the appliance. These fitting parts allow the furniture door to be adjusted precisely and attached securely to the appliance.
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Function of different parts:
1. Double threaded bolt on the adjusting rail: for vertical adjustment of the furniture door.
2. Side brackets: for adjusting the depth of the furniture front.
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