Reversing The Door; Reversing The Door Handles - GE TOP-FREEZER 16 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE HARDWARE
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4.2 Interchange hinge and screws at top right with screws at
top left of cabinet. Do not tighten screws on hinge side
at this time.
Installing the hinge on the left. Installing the hinge on the right.
NOTES:
• Some hinges have four holes. Which holes you use
for installing the hinge depends on which side you
install the hinge.
• The outer edge of the hinge should be parallel to the
edge of the case for correct installation.

REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES

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5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle
5.1.1 Remove the handle plug using a tape-tipped
putty knife under the edge, and remove the screw
underneath. Remove the two screws holding the
handle to the top of the door.
Plug
5.1.2 Remove the handle.
Installation Instructions
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REVERSING THE DOOR

HANDLES
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5.1.3 Remove plug button from the top hinge hole on the left
side of the door and insert it into the hole on the
opposite side that was vacated by removal of the top
hinge.
Plug Button
5.1.4 Pull the plug button from the front of the door and
transfer it to the opposite side.
Plug Button
5.2 Transfer door stop
5.2.1 Move the plastic door stop and screws from
the right side to the left side.
Plastic Door Stop
Left Side
Left Side
Metal Door Stop
5.3 Reinstall the fresh food door handle
5.3.1 Attach the handle to the right side of the
door with screws at the top
and under the handle plug.
5.3.2 Reinstall the handle plug.
To reattach the
handle on the
opposite side.
Right Side
Right Side