Trim Kits And Panels - GE 21 Owner's Manual And Installation

Trim kits and decorator panels.
For CustomStyle™ models
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Before You Begin
Some models are equipped with trim kits that allow you to install door panels. You can order pre-cut
black, white, almond, bisque, or stainless steel decorator panels from GE Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002, or you can add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.
Panels less than 1/4 " (6 mm) thick
When installing wood panels less than 1/4" (6 mm) thick, you need to create a filler panel, such as 1/8"
(3 mm) cardboard, that will fit between the face of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing the
pre-cut decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of the
decorator or wood panel and the filler panel should be 1/4" (6 mm).
Panels 1/4" (6 mm) thick or less
1/4" (6 mm) Max.
3/4 " (19 mm) or Raised Panel
A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1/4" (6 mm) thick backing, or a 3/4" (19 mm) routed board
can be used. The raised portion of the panel must be fabricated to permit clearances of at least 2" (5.1 cm)
from the handle side for fingertip clearance.
Panels thicker than 1/4" (6 mm), up to 3/4" (19 mm) maximum, will require that the outer 5/16"
(8 mm) of panel perimeter be no thicker than 1/4" (6 mm).
Weight limitations for custom panels:
Fresh Food 38 lbs. (17 kg) max.
Freezer Door 28 lbs. (13 kg) max.
Panels thicker than 1/4" (6 mm)
5/16" (8 mm)
1/4" (6 mm) Max.
3/4" (19 mm)
16
2" (5.1 cm)
Clearance
Handle Side
Appearance
Panel
1/4" (6 mm)
Thick Backing
3/4"
(19 mm)
Refrigerator
Door