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Monogram ZIF36N RH Custom Options Manual And Installation Instructions

36" refrigerators and 36" freezers with custom panel dimensions and trim kit installation instructions
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These Monogram refrigerators and freezers
are designed to be customized with
decorator door and grille panels. Field
installed panels are required.
Factory installed trim will accommodate
1/4" thick custom panels or optional
®
Lexan
and stainless steel panel kits.
Optional trim kits allow an even broader
range of custom appearance options.
Read this booklet carefully to accomplish the
desired appearance and to insure a trouble free
installation.
This booklet contains information and
illustrations to demonstrate custom
possibilities. Custom door and grille panel
sizes vary to accommodate the kit being
used. Dimensions for each application are
included and can be faxed or sent to the
cabinet manufacturer so that the panels can
be constructed accurately.
®
GE Monogram
36" Refrigerators
and 36" Freezers
Custom
Options Guide
and
Installation
Instructions
With Custom Panel Dimensions
and Trim Kit Installation Instructions
Models:
ZIR36N LH - All Refrigerator
ZIR36N RH - All Refrigerator
ZIF36N LH - All Freezer
ZIF36N RH - All Freezer

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  • Page 1 ZIR36N RH - All Refrigerator installed panels are required. ZIF36N LH - All Freezer Factory installed trim will accommodate 1/4" thick custom panels or optional ZIF36N RH - All Freezer ® Lexan and stainless steel panel kits. Optional trim kits allow an even broader range of custom appearance options.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    GE Appliance Warranty. See the • Repairs should be made by a qualified service Owners’ Manual for warranty information. technician. For Monogram local service in your area, 1-800-444-1845. ATTENTION For Monogram service in Canada, 1-888-880-3030 • Il ne faut utiliser cet appareil que pour l’usage For Monogram Parts and Accessories, call pour lequel il a été...

  • Page 3: Flush Or Semi-Flush Enclosure Installations

    Side Panel Requirements: Monogram built-in refrigerators and freezers can be • Side panels are not required whenever the installed flush with typical 24-3/4" deep cabinetry. refrigerator is installed into an enclosure or between pantry and oven cabinets.

  • Page 4: Installation Examples, Between Base & Wall Cabinets

    Freezer Refrigerator *72" min. for a flush installation For a complete food storage center, install a Monogram 71-1/2" min. for a semi-flush installation Freezer and Refrigerator side by side. Order ZUG75 Unified Grille Panel Kit for one continuous 3/4" panel.

  • Page 5: Installation At End-Of-Run

    Design Information 36" Refrigerators, Freezers Installation At End-of-Run 1/2" Thick Side Panels Refrigerator Cabinet 36" Finished Dim. Roughed-In Dim. 37" Refrigerator door Refrigerator or Freezer Cabinet Note: 1/2" thick side panels shown. Side panels can be any thickness. Add side panel thickness to outside trim width, (36”...

  • Page 6: Trim Kit Descriptions

    Design Information 36" Refrigerators, Freezers Models ZIR36N RH, Refrigerator ZIF36N RH, Freezer ZIR36N LH, Refrigerator ZIF36N LH, Freezer available 36" wide models with handle on left side, the door 36" wide models with handle on right side, the door swings left to right.

  • Page 7: Custom Panel Dimensions

    Custom Panel Dimensions 36" Refrigerators, Freezers ZIR36N Refrigerator 10-3/4" Max. ZIF36N Freezer 35" Case 10" Min. 24-3/4" 36" Overall Design Information Designed to be installed flush or semi-flush with sur- rounding cabinetry. Cutout dimensions, clearances and side panel sizes are determined by the many installation options available.
  • Page 8 Custom Panel Dimensions 36" Refrigerators, Freezers ZIR36N Refrigerator Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim 1/4" thick panels ZIF36N Freezer • 1/4" Panel: Cut panels to size. • Custom handle with 1/4" door panel requires Trim kits Panels secured to 1/4" thick backing ZKHR1 or ZKHRSS1 for tubular stainless steel handles.
  • Page 9 Custom Panel Dimensions 36" Refrigerators, Freezers Custom Door Panel Dimensions ZIR36N Refrigerator Using Trim Kits ZKTR36LH or ZKTR36RH ZIF36N Freezer 3/4" thick panel with kit supplied handle • The ZKTR36LH (or ZKTR36RH) trim kit provides for the installation of 3/4" thick custom door and grille panels, 35 -1/16"...

  • Page 10: 3/4" Thick Panels With Custom Handle

    Custom Panel Dimensions 36" Refrigerators, Freezers Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim ZIR36N Refrigerator Using Trim Kit ZKTR36LH or ZKTR36RH ZIF36N Freezer 3/4" thick panel • The ZKTR36LH (or ZKTR36RH) trim kit installed with custom handle together with a ZKHTR1 custom handle kit provides for the installation of 3/4"...

  • Page 11: Side Panel Or Filler Options

    Custom Panel Dimensions 36" Refrigerators, Freezers Side Panel or Filler Options (Not to scale) Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the refrigerator or freezer will be exposed. 23 9/16" 1/2" to 3/4" Side Panels 24 3/4" Leading Edge Flush with Cabinet 1/4"...
  • Page 12 Installation 36" Refrigerators, Freezers • Tinsnips to cut banding • Bucket • 7/16" open-end wrench • Drill and appropriate bits Tools Required • Stepladder • Level • #2 Phillips screwdriver • 7/16" socket with 3" • 1-1/4" open-end wrench • Appliance Hand Truck •...

  • Page 13: Installation Instructions

    Installation 36" Refrigerators, Freezers CAUTION Step 1 Refrigerator and freezer is much heavier at the top Remove than at the bottom – be careful when moving. When Packaging using a hand truck, handle from side only. PRUDENCE Le réfrigérateur est beaucoup plus lourd en haut qu'en bas.
  • Page 14 Installation 36" Refrigerators, Freezers Step 3 • Side panels are not required when the refrigerator or • If you choose to use 1/4" side panels, they should be Install freezer is installed into an enclosure. Skip this step if inserted into the case trim as illustrated. Fasten the Side Panels you are installing into an enclosure.

  • Page 15: Installation Instructions

    Installation 36" Refrigerators, Freezers Step 5 All models have 4-point leveling. The front is supported Level by leveling legs, the rear is supported by wheels. Refrigerator • Adjust rear wheels beneath the product to just barely or Freezer touch the 2x4 block. Hex Nut Adjusts •...
  • Page 16 Installation 36" Refrigerators, Freezers • Remove internal packing materials. Step 9 Arrange • Remove tape from all shelves. Interior • Connect power cord plug to a properly grounded Step 10 Connect receptacle, accessible through the top left side of the Power grille opening.
  • Page 17 Installation 36" Refrigerators, Freezers Step 12 Check door alignment. The top of the door should be Door Should be Parallel Adjust Door parallel with the grille panel. If the door appears to be With Grille Panel Alignment too high or too low on the handle side, adjustments can be made by turning the hinge.

  • Page 18: Zgc2 Trim Kit, Grille Panel Frame Adjustment

    ZGC2 Trim Kit Grille panel frame adjustment This kit provides optional side trim pieces for the original grille panel frame to fit 83-1/2" and 84-1/2" installation heights. To change grille panel size: • Determine the installation height by measuring the enclosure from the floor to the underside of soffit.
  • Page 19 ZKHR1 Trim Kit Support for custom handle on 1/4" panel Tools and materials required: Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these • #2 Phillips screwdriver instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand • Drill and appropriate bits models. •...
  • Page 20 ZKHR1 Trim Kit Support for custom handle on 1/4" panel Step 2 Locate handle position 3/4" Min. 1-1/2" Max. • Slide custom panel into the door trim. • Determine the desired location of the custom handle • Temporarily secure the new handle extrusion to the and mark centerlines of the screw holes.
  • Page 21 ZKTR36LH/ZKTR36RH Trim Kit 3/4" Custom Panel Kit Contents This kit provides for the installation of 3/4" thick custom Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these door and grille panels. Handles are included and must instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand replace the supplied handles.
  • Page 22 ZKTR36LH/ZKTR36RH Trim Kit 3/4" Custom Panel Step 2 • Attach the new 3/4" trim pieces on the top, hinge side Install and bottom using original screws. 3/4" trim Back Side Custom Panel Step 3 • Position support bracket on the back side of the Apply panel custom panel, 14-5/16"...
  • Page 23 ZKTR36LH/ZKTR36RH Trim Kit 3/4" Custom Panel Step 5 • Install new door handle using original screws. Install handles Step 6 • For shipping purposes, the top case trim is secured at Adjust the 84" installation height. Screws grille • Loosen 2 screws on both sides of the case trim and panel height raise or lower trim to meet soffit height, from 83-1/2"...
  • Page 24 ZKTR36LH/ZKTR36RH Trim Kit 3/4" Custom Panel Step 8 • Install four of the six larger undercut screw so that the Install top of the screws are 1/16" from the surface of the grille panel support. • Attach the assembled panel to the grille opening by inserting the four protruding screws into the brackets on each side.
  • Page 25 ZKHTR1 Trim Kit Support for Custom Handle Kit Contents Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand models. Tools and materials required: • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Drill and appropriate bits • Custom door panel •...
  • Page 26 ZKHTR1 Trim Kit (For 3/4" Panel) Support for Custom Handle Step 1 Temporarily mount door panel • Place the prepared 3/4" custom door panel on the bottom trim with support bracket tabs inserted into trim slots. • Push the panel back against the steel door, making sure the panel is flush with the hinge side trim.
  • Page 27 ZKHTR1 Trim Kit (For 3/4" Panel) Support for Custom Handle Step 4 Mount assembled panel • Place assembled panel onto the bottom trim with support bracket tabs inserted into slots. • Push the panel back against the steel door with handle extrusion flush to handle side of the door.
  • Page 28 ZKHRSS1 Trim Kit Tubular Stainless Steel Handle on 1/4" Panel Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these This kit provides for the installation of a Tubular instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand Stainless Steel handle on 1/4" thick decorator door models.
  • Page 29 ZKHRSS1 Trim Kit Tubular Stainless Steel Handle on 1/4" Panel Step 2 • Cut a piece of corrugated to use as a pad to protect Match the panel finish. Use 1/2" thick section of plywood to handle protect flooring when drilling. extrusions •...
  • Page 30 ZKHRSS1 Trim Kit Tubular Stainless Steel Handle on 1/4" Panel • Place a handle standoff onto each attachment post Step 3 along the handle. Position the set screw hole on the Install standoffs standoff to point to the floor. onto handles •...
  • Page 31 ZKHRSS1 Trim Kit Tubular Stainless Steel Handle on 1/4" Panel Step 4A Install handles and panels Screw STAINLESS STEEL PANELS Extrusion Spacer Corrugated Ring Stainless Panel Handle • Slide panel into the door trim. Leave about 4" of the • Crimp top and bottom edges of corrugated. panel exposed to allow room to install the handle •...
  • Page 32 ZKHTRSS1 for 3/4" panel Tubular Stainless Steel Handle Right hand door swing models are illustrated in these This kit must be used in combination with ZKTR36RH or Contents instructions. Follow these instructions for left hand ZKTR36LH, trim kit. models. Note: It is best that 2 people install this kit. This kit provides for the installation of a Tubular Stainless Steel handle on a 3/4"...
  • Page 33 ZKHTRSS1 for 3/4" Panel Tubular Stainless Steel Handle Step 1 • Cut a piece of corrugated to use as a pad to protect Align ExtrusionEven Match Handle With Panel the panel finish. Additional material may be required Extrusion to protect flooring when drilling. to Panel •...
  • Page 34 ZFC1 Trim Kit Side by Side Installation For the ultimate in convenience, install a refrigerator and freezer side by side. This trim kit includes 6 foam spacer pads to fill the gap between the side case trims. For a finished appearance, a trim strip is provided to conceal the case trim of the two products.
  • Page 35 ZUG75 Trim Kit Unified 3/4" Custom Grille Panel This kit provides for the installation of a 3/4" thick Completion Time: Allow approximately 3 hours to custom grille panel to span the combined width of a install this kit. side by side installation. Use this kit in combination with 3/4"...
  • Page 36 ZUG75 Trim Kit Unified 3/4" Custom Grille Panel Soffit Brackets Block CAUTION WARNING Brackets ANTI-TIP PRECAUTIONS Not Required Step 2 Required Beneath a These products are heavy at the top and must be Install Soffit Height secured to prevent the possibility of tipping over. Anti-Tip From Brackets...
  • Page 37 ZUG75 Trim Kit Unified 3/4" Custom Grille Panel Case Trim Step 5 • Open doors fully. Install Center • Starting at the top, press trim strip over inside case Trim Strip trims of both products. • Continue pressing trim until you reach the bottom of the case trims.
  • Page 38 ZUG75 Trim Kit Unified 3/4" Custom Grille Panel Step 7 Install Grille Base Unified Base Cover Place Cover Trim Over Hinges • Open doors fully. • Install the double width grille base cover by slipping the notched ends over the hinges. Install Install 3 Screws...
  • Page 39 ZUG75 Trim Kit Unified 3/4" Custom Grille Panel Step 9 Slip Dust Gasket Slip Second Dust Install Into Trim On One End Gasket Into Trim Soffit Vent Top • Separate the top and hinge side trim pieces by Reinstall removing side screws. Discard top piece, retain Screws screws.
  • Page 40 ZUGSS Trim Kit Unified Stainless Steel Grille Panel Step 11 Adjust Door Alignment Bushing D o o r H i n C a s e H in g Raise Pin Shoulder 5/16" Wrench Check door alignment. The top of the door should be parallel with the grille panel.
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  • Page 44 Note: While performing installations described in this book, safety glasses or goggles should be worn. ® For Monogram local service in your area, call 1-800-444-1845. Note: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at General Electric. Therefore, materials, appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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