GE Side by Side Refrigerators Installation Instructions Manual
GE Side by Side Refrigerators Installation Instructions Manual

GE Side by Side Refrigerators Installation Instructions Manual

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If you have questions, call 800.626.2000 or visit our website at: www.monogram.com
Side by Side Refrigerators
Design Guide
With Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions If you have questions, call 800.626.2000 or visit our website at: www.monogram.com Side by Side Refrigerators Design Guide With Installation Instructions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    If you received a damaged refrigerator, you should immediately contact your dealer or builder. CAUTION: Due to the weight and size of this refrigerator, and to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the product – THREE PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR PROPER INSTALLATION OF A 36"...
  • Page 3: The Installation Space

    The opening must be prepared with the electrical and water supply located as shown. The cutout depth must be 24" The refrigerator will project forward, slightly beyond adjacent cabinetry, depending on your installation. Cutout depth beneath a soffit: When installed beneath a soffit, the soffit cannot exceed the 24"...
  • Page 4: 130° Door Swing

    Refrigerator Top View 130° DOOR SWING (factory setting) Scale 1:1 IMPORTANT NOTE – FOR DISPENSER MODELS: Dispenser models are supplied with two dispenser trims, one to fit framed panels and one for overlay panels. Dispenser trim fit to the custom panel depends on correct panel thickness.
  • Page 5: 90° Door Swing

    1/4" nominal. Overlay panels should be constructed as shown to accomplish a total 1.100" thickness. See pages 7 and 8 for details. Design Guide Refrigerator Door Frameless Cabinets: The case trim overlaps cabinets at the top and sides. Therefore,...
  • Page 6: Customization Basics

    3/4" overlay panels. If desired, you may order ZKHSS2 Monogram stainless steel tubular handle kit for 3/4" overlay panels. Side Panels Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the refrigerator will be exposed. Models Black Acrylic ZISW480D...
  • Page 7: 1/4" Framed Panel Dimensions

    IMPORTANT NOTE – DISPENSER MODELS The refrigerator is supplied with two dispenser trims, one for framed panels and one for overlay panels. • If the panel is less than 0.250" thick a noticeable gap may be created around the dispenser trim.
  • Page 8: 3/4" Overlay Panel Dimensions

    Screws must be countersunk into the backer panel. IMPORTANT NOTE – DISPENSER MODELS The refrigerator is supplied with two dispenser trims, one for framed panels and one for overlay panels. The overlay dispenser trim is designed to fit a total panel thickness of 1.100".
  • Page 9: Raised Overlay Panel Design

    DISPENSER MODELS: RAISED OVERLAY PANEL DESIGN When a raised panel design is to be used, a custom wide middle rail is required to accept the dispenser trim. • The middle rail must be wide enough to allow for the dispenser trim to overlap the opening. •...
  • Page 10: Side Panels

    • 1/4" copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits • Water shut-off valve (optional but recommended) • Custom panels for doors and grille panel • Screws to secure refrigerator to cabinetry • Stick-on hook and loop fastener strips for 1/4" side panels Design Guide 24"...
  • Page 11: Step 1, Remove Packaging

    Carefully, tilt refrigerator and slide blocks out from beneath. • Remove toekick, set aside for final installation. • Lift the refrigerator off the skid with an appliance dolly. Handle from the sides. ™...
  • Page 12: Step 2A, Ro Water Line

    Proceed to step 5 to level the refrigerator and then to step 7 to secure refrigerator to cabinets. See step 6 if you have metal wall studs.
  • Page 13: Step 5, Level Refrigerator

    Both are accessible from the front of the refrigerator. • To level the back of the refrigerator, turn the 7/16" hex nut located above the front wheels. Turn clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the refrigerator.
  • Page 14: Step 7, Secure Refrigerator To Cabinetry

    Whenever possible, perform this step for anti-tip security, or when anti-tip brackets cannot be used. The refrigerator must be secured to prevent tipping. • Raise the grille panel to access case trim. • Drill hole in trim and drive screw through the trim into adjacent cabinet.
  • Page 15: Step 10, Install Framed Panels

    1/4" panels. Discard the cover trim when using 1/4" framed panels. Go to Step 9A for Overlay Panels Handle Trim Supplied Handle Shown in 1/4" Panel Position Door Trim Refrigerator Door Use Front Holes to Secure Trim Use Rear Holes to Secure Handle...
  • Page 16: Step 10A Install Overlay Panels

    To adjust, loosen handle screws and slide up or down. Tighten screws. Handle Trim Move Forward For 3/4" Panel Door Trim Refrigerator Door Supplied Handle Shown in Overlay Panel Position Use Front Holes to Secure Handle Use Rear Holes to Secure Trim...
  • Page 17 Installation Instructions STEP 10A (continued) Custom Handles • If you are using custom handles, the handle must be properly secured to the overlay panel before sliding the panel into the trim. • The cabinet manufacturer will supply the custom handle and hardware. •...
  • Page 18: Step 11 Install Dispenser Trim

    STEP 11 INSTALL DISPENSER TRIM Skip this step is you are installing a stainless steel wrapped or a non-dispenser refrigerator. There are two dispenser trims shipped with your refrigerator. Select the appropriate trim for your application. Framed Overlay Panel Panel...
  • Page 19: Step 13, Connect Power

    Electrical Master Light Outlet Switch • Check to make sure power to refrigerator is on by opening refrigerator door to see if interior lights are on. • The temperature controls are preset at 37°F for the fresh food section and 0°F for the freezer.
  • Page 20 Pub. No. 31-46195 Dwg. No. 224D1559P002 11-06 JR 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.

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