Filtration System; Step 5 Install Side Panels - GE 42" Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

STEP 4 INSTALLATION WITH
HOUSEHOLD WATER

FILTRATION SYSTEM

Skip this step if you do not have a household water
filtration system
If the water supply to the refrigerator is from any
household water filtration system, the filter cartridge
should be removed. For better ice and water performance,
remove the filter and install the filter bypass plug.
Rotate Counterclockwise To
Remove

STEP 5 INSTALL SIDE PANELS

Skip this step when not using side panels.
If you are using 1/4" side panels, they should be inserted
into the case trim. Fasten the panels to the refrigerator
with stick-on hook and loop fastener strips before setting
the refrigerator in place.
STEP 6 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE
WARNING
These refrigerators are top heavy, especially
with any doors open, and must be secured to
prevent tipping forward which could result in
death or serious injury. Read and follow the
entire installation instructions for securing the
refrigerator with the anti-tip system.
• Cut a 2" x 4" block,
35" long and secure
the block to the
mounting brackets
provided using #12
or #14 wood screws.
• Secure the bracket
with wood block
to the back wall so
that it is 84" from
the finished floor.
Use #12 or #14
wood screws. See the illustration.
Installation Instructions
Filter Bypass
Plug
Tip Over Hazard.
STEP 6 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE (Cont.)
• The screws must penetrate at least one inch into the
vertical wall studs.
• If metal wall studs, use self-tapping sheet metal
screws in place of wood screws.
IMPORTANT: When the refrigerator is installed under
a soffit or if there is not enough height for this method
of security, brackets cannot be used. Proceed to step
7 to level the refrigerator and then to step 8 to secure
refrigerator to cabinets. The refrigerator must be
secured to prevent tipping.
Connect power cord:
• Before pushing the refrigerator into the opening, plug
the power cord into the receptacle. Open the grille
panel and reach into the opening at the back to grasp
the power cord. Pull the power cord into the opening
as you push the refrigerator back.
• Gently push refrigerator into the opening with hands
against front corners.
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