GE Profile Arctica Installation Information

GE Profile Arctica and GE CustomStyle
®
Rough-in dimensions
Standard, new construction
and replacement installation
Installation tips to
maximize the built-in look
• All wall/floor molding should be
removed prior to installation.
• Water recess on rear wall
recommended to prevent water line
damage. 48" minimum length,
1/4"-diameter water line tubing
recommended.
• When possible, recess both copper
water line and electrical outlet
(see local codes).
• Front and rear leveling legs are
adjustable for the built-in look
1/2"
(see owner's manual).
• If optional collar trim kit is to be used
Alternate
or anticipated, see collar trim
water
line location
installation on next page for
through floor
different rough-in dimensions.
Water hook-up
on the refrigerator
Top View
Installation of water outlets
Water hook-up
on the refrigerator
Recommended
single loop of 1/4" copper water line
1/2"
Allow 48" minimum water
24"
line to enable refrigerator
Alternate
to be pulled forward
water
line location
through floor
18"
Recommended water line
Top View
location using recess
in rear wall
Rear Wall View
Create a custom look for your GE Profile CustomStyle side-by-side refrigerator
Recommended single loop
Still another advantage offered by GE Profile CustomStyle Refrigerators is ease of
of 1/4" copper water line
installation. For a refrigerator that does so much to enhance the beauty of your kitchen,
the "behind-the-scenes" preparation and installation are surprisingly simple.
Allow 48" minimum water
line to enable refrigerator 24"
to be pulled forward
18"
Recommended water line
location using recess
in rear wall
Rear Wall View
In.of water & Electric Ot. Art
1/2" to 3/4" Side Panel
side-by-side installation information & specifications
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8' Ceiling
12"
Soffit
70-1/4"*
23 cu. ft. models
72-1/4"*
25 cu. ft. models
36-1/8"
*The rough-in dimensions of 70-1/4"/72-1/4" are minimum and measured from
the finished floor to top of opening (or the underside of the overhead cabinets).
For Models with Trim Kit: If frameless style cabinets are planned for above the
refrigerator, you may need to consider adding a maximum of 1/4" (70-1/2") to
height of opening for 23 cu. ft. models and 1/8" (72-3/8") for 25 cu. ft. models
to allow additional clearance between cabinet doors and top of refrigerator trim
when cabinet doors are in open position.
Allow 48" minimum water
line to enable refrigerator
to be pulled forward
Recommended water line
Collar Trim In. w/ceiling
location using recess
in rear wall
Water hook-up
on the refrigerator
W3624
Side
Trim
Route
hand slot
before
installing
panel.
Select appropriate
size door panel from
cabinet line.
13" to 14"
Cabinet
1/2"
Alternate
water
line location
through floor
*The rough-in dimensions of 70-1/4"/72-1/4" are minimum and measured from
24-1/2"
Top View
Water hook-up
on the refrigerator
Recommended single loop
of 1/4" copper water line
24"
18"
Rear Wall View
Fabricating the enclosure
• The drawing shows an 84" cabinet elevation. Adjust dimensions accordingly for other
cabinet elevations.
• Cabinet pieces to order: (2) side panels and (1) wall cabinet.
• Side panels will typically be attached to adjacent cabinets and/or cleated to rear wall
and floor.
• Refer to GE refrigerator installation instructions for proper plumbing, and electrical and
air clearances.
• (1) Some framed cabinet lines will make a refrigerator enclosure with a cabinet 12" high
x 39" wide with sides and 1-1/2" face frame extended down to floor to create the
refrigerator space. This will replace the above construction. (2) A tall cabinet on either
side of the refrigerator can replace a side panel.
• Counter overhangs on either side of the refrigerator should have clipped corners to allow
for full door swing.
• If the refrigerator has a wall returning beyond the front of the refrigerator on either side,
a 2" tall filler will help allow for movement of the door.
Door Panels
• See drawings for exact dimensions of the fresh-food and freezer door panels.
• Refrigerator door fronts from stock and most semi-custom cabinet manufacturers will
be supplied as 1/4"-thick panels cut to dimensions, with closest available
standard door sizes applied to front.
– This will leave a "reveal" at top/bottom and sides. Width of "reveal" will depend
on manufacturer's standard door sizes.
– Door will be affixed on the 1/4" panels at factory or in the field by the local
supplier, depending on manufacturer.
• Local shop-built or custom cabinet supplier may fabricate custom 3/4" panels.
In this case, edges must be routed.
• Follow notes on drawing to assure room for fingers/hands to open handles.
8' Ceiling
12"
Soffit
Water
3/4" Airspace
(1/2" Gap + 1/4"
70-1/4"*
Wall Plates)
23 cu. ft. models
24"
Cabinet
72-1/4"*
25 cu. ft. models
24-1/2"
36-1/8"
the finished floor to top of opening (or the underside of the overhead cabinets).
For Models with Trim Kit: If frameless style cabinets are planned for above the
refrigerator, you may need to consider adding a maximum of 1/4" (70-1/2") to
height of opening for 23 cu. ft. models and 1/8" (72-3/8") for 25 cu. ft. models
to allow additional clearance between cabinet doors and top of refrigerator trim
when cabinet doors are in open position.
IMPORTANT: Before finalizing specifications
for your GE Profile CustomStyle Refrigerator,
please NOTE:
• A minimum width of 36" is required for
refrigerator installation
• Be sure to allow for 1/2" or 3/4" side panels
in addition to the 36" minimum
Collar Trim In. w/ceiling
13" to 14"
Cabinet
FOR 24 CUBIC FOOT MOD
Electrical
24"
25"
Cabin
Counter
Top
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