IMPORTANT Save these instructions for • — the GE Appliance Warranty. See the Owner’s Manual for local inspector’s use. Observe all governing codes and warranty information. ordinances. WARNING: Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions •...
• Both water lines can enter the opening through See illustrations on pages Behind Swing the floor or back wall. Route GE SmartConnect 4 and 5 to determine door ™ Frame kit or 1/4″ O.D. copper tubing between the cold swing interaction with water line and the water connection location.
Design Guide Frameless Cabinets: The case trim overlaps cabinets at the top and sides. Therefore, frameless cabinets may require filler strips to prevent interference with Refrigerator 23-7/8" From cabinet door swing. The opening must Rear of allow for filler strips. Refrigerator 1"...
Design Guide Frameless Cabinets: The case trim overlaps cabinets at the top and sides. Therefore, frameless Refrigerator cabinets may require Case Trim filler strips to prevent interference with cabinet door swing. The opening must allow for filler strips. 23-7/8" From Rear of Refrigerator 1/4"...
Installation Instructions TOOLS REQUIRED MATERIALS REQUIRED • Tinsnips to cut banding • 71″ long 2x4 for Anti-Tip support • Stepladder • 1/4″ copper water line tubing or two GE • Bucket SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator Tubing kits • Level • Two water shut-off valves •...
Shut off water supply at the shut-off valve. leading into the water line connection. NOTE: Saddle type shut-off valves are included in many water NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is supplied in supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle type valve the GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kits.
Installation Instructions INSTALL NEW SIDE TRIM CAUTION: Handle parts with care to avoid scratching. PRUDENCE : Manipulez les pièces soigneusement pour éviter de les rayer. Foam Spacer Pads B. Apply the supplied foam spacer pads (H) to the A. Install inside case trims (B & C) with notches mating side of one product as shown.
Installation Instructions INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKETS WARNING: • Secure the bracket with wood block to the back wall ANTI-TIP PRECAUTIONS so that it is 84″ (or your installation height) from the These refrigerators are top-heavy and must be finished floor. Use #12 or #14 wood screws. See secured to prevent the possibility of tipping forward.
Installation Instructions • Install 8 screws (I) through the top of the trim and POSITION REFRIGERATOR into the top case. AND INSTALL TOP TRIM • Check to be sure the inside trims are aligned top • Before pushing the refrigerators into the and bottom.
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Installation Instructions • When refrigerators are level, tighten screws against the LEVEL THE REFRIGERATORS bracket. Place a level inside the machine for each unit. Tighten bracket screws Both refrigerators MUST BE LEVEL AND PLUMB with each other and with adjacent cabinetry on each side. Drawers should be evenly aligned.
Installation Instructions ALTERNATE ANTI-TIP PROCEDURE The refrigerator must be secured to prevent tipping. 3/4″ The anti-tip brackets cannot be used on metal Min. wall studs. Use this Alternate Procedure to secure the refrigerator against tip-over whenever metal wall studs are encountered and there is a soffit. Side View •...
Installation Instructions Case Trim INSTALL CENTER TRIM STRIP • Open doors fully. • The case trims should be evenly aligned top to bottom with a slight gap between them. • Starting at the top, press center trim strip (D) over the U-Shape inside case trims of both refrigerators.
Installation Instructions CHECK AND CORRECT DOOR ALIGNMENT • Close the grille panel and both doors. • Check that the freezer drawers and bottom of doors are horizontal and even at the lower inside corners. • Carefully measure the inside corners to determine if an adjustment is needed.
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Installation Instructions CHECK AND CORRECT DOOR ALIGNMENT (cont.) CAUTION: RH Fresh Food door is higher than the LH door: Follow instructions very carefully. PRUDENCE : Suivez les instructions très soigneusement. DETERMINE CORRECT SPACER Dimension This kit contains 12 plastic spacers (2 of each size). Match spacer to illustration below to be sure you have selected the correct size as determined in the charts below.
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Installation Instructions CHECK AND CORRECT DOOR ALIGNMENT (cont.) Remove Lift off and replace plastic spacer 4. Lift door off bottom hinge pin. The door must be held Remove 4 Screws in place while spacers are being exchanged. 5. Remove the original plastic spacer. 6.
Refrigerator Water Supply Water Supply Copper Tubing: • Slip a 1/4″ nut and ferrule (provided) over both GE SmartConnect Tubing: ™ ends of the copper tubing. Insert tube into the • Insert the molded end of the tubing into the union fitting on the unit and tighten nut to union.
Installation Instructions CONNECT POWER INSTALL TOEKICK • Check to be sure the power cord is plugged • Install the toekick (G) with 4 screws (I) provided, into the receptacle. one on each side and 2 in the center. Raise Grille Panel IMPORTANT: The toekick must be positioned with Electrical...
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