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Is the unit operating correctly? If not, is the unit plugged in? Is the control turned on? ☐ * To be completed by either an installer with the customer or an authorized True dealer upon completion of installation. Stainless steel doors, handles, and shelves are covered by a limited 30-day warranty for cosmetic defects.
C O N T E N T S GENERAL MAINTENANCE, CARE REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER ELECTRONIC & CLEANING CONTROL OPERATION INTERIOR ACCESSORIES TURN ON/OFF DOOR REMOVAL TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT CONDENSER COIL CLEANING MODE NAVIGATION CONDENSATION SHOWROOM MODE HANDLE TIGHTENING ACCENT LIGHTING SYSTEM WATER FILTER REPLACEMENT (OPTIONAL ALARM NAVIGATION ICEMAKER ONLY) NOTIFICATION ALERTS...
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3 0 & 3 6 I N C H R E F R I G E R A T O R , F R E E Z E R & D U A L Z O N E C O L U M N 30"...
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S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N A N D O W N E R S H I P R E F R I G E R A N T S A F E T Y & W A R N I N G I N F O R M A T I O N B A S I C S A F E T Y &...
S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N A N D O W N E R S H I P Use this appliance for its WARNING! BA SIC SAFE T Y & WARNING PREC AU TIONS intended purpose as described in this Installation Manual.
S A F E T Y I N F O R M A T I O N A N D O W N E R S H I P • DO NOT store explosive substances such as aerosol APPLIANCE DISP OSAL WARNING cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
See fig. 1. recommend a trained refrigeration mechanic and This label contains important information such as electrician install your True equipment. The cost of a your model name and serial number. Please have this professional installation is money well spent.
P R I O R T O I N S T A L L A T I O N S I T E P R E P A R A T I O N R O U G H O P E N I N G & P L A N V I E W S A N T I - S W E A T F O A M E N D P A N E L S E L E C T R I C A L S A F E T Y P O W E R C O R D...
T R- 3 0 / 3 6 – T OP V IE W F L U SH IN S TA L L SITE PREPAR ATION Due to the weight of this unit, True recommends consulting a flooring expert prior to installation.
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TR-30DZW-R-SG-A TR-30DZW-R-SG-A P R I O R T O I N S T A L L A T I O N 30 15/32" 30 15/32" 774mm 774mm 27 29/32" 2 9/16" 20 11/16" 27 29/32" 2 9/16" 20 11/16" 709mm 65mm 709mm 525mm...
• For all built-in models, the electrical supply should length to the OEM power cord when connecting be located within the indicated shaded area shown it to a power source. True will not warranty any in the figure below. refrigerator/freezer that has been connected to an extension cord.
P R I O R T O I N S T A L L A T I O N P A G E T I T L E P OWER CORD IN S TA L L AT ION Fully seat the power cord into the appliance receptacle until it locks in position.
P R I O R T O I N S T A L L A T I O N P A G E T I T L E OP TIONAL ICEM AKER REQUIREMENT S ( TR-30FR Z/36FR Z-IM-C) WAT ER SUP P LY R EQUIR EMEN T S WA R NING! ONLY C ONNEC T YOUR A P P L I A NCE T O A P O TA BL E WAT ER SUP P LY.
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P R I O R T O I N S T A L L A T I O N P A G E T I T L E WAT ER F ILT ER IN S TA L L AT ION & P ER F O R M A NCE DATA The water filter filters sediment and removes unpleasant taste and odor.
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P R I O R T O I N S T A L L A T I O N P A G E T I T L E WAT ER F ILT ER IN S TA L L AT ION & Filter Specifications P ER F O R M A NCE DATA (C ON T.) Flow Rate...
P R I O R T O I N S T A L L A T I O N INSTALLATION WINE R ACK HANDLE FINISH 1. Install the wine rack handle on the wine rack APPLIC ATION ( TR-30DZ W) assembly.
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S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S NOTE: FOR AN APPLIANCE CONFIGUR ATION NOT SHOWN PLE ASE CONTACT CUSTOMER SUPP ORT.
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S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S TR-30 / TR-42 PL AN VIEWS NO T E: T R- 3 6 F R Z / 3 0 F R Z- IM - C MO D EL S W IL L Rough Opening Dimensions R EQUIR E A WAT ER SUP P LY.
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S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S TR-30 / TR-48 PL AN VIEWS NO T E: T R- 3 6 F R Z / 3 0 F R Z- IM - C MO D EL S W IL L Rough Opening Dimensions R EQUIR E A WAT ER SUP P LY.
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S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S TR-30 / TR-30 PL AN VIEWS NO T E: T R- 3 6 F R Z / 3 0 F R Z- IM - C MO D EL S W IL L Rough Opening Dimensions R EQUIR E A WAT ER SUP P LY.
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S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S TR-30 / TR-30 / TR-30 PL AN VIEWS NO T E: T R- 3 6 F R Z / 3 0 F R Z- IM - C MO D EL S W IL L Rough Opening Dimensions R EQUIR E A WAT ER SUP P LY.
S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S TR-36REF / TR-36REF PL AN VIEWS NO T E: T R- 3 6 F R Z / 3 0 F R Z- IM - C MO D EL S W IL L Rough Opening Dimensions R EQUIR E A WAT ER SUP P LY.
S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S TR-36REF / TR-30REF PL AN VIEWS NO T E: T R- 3 6 F R Z / 3 0 F R Z- IM - C MO D EL S W IL L Rough Opening Dimensions R EQUIR E A WAT ER SUP P LY.
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S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S TR-30 / TR-42 / TR-30 PL AN VIEWS NO T E: T R- 3 6 F R Z / 3 0 F R Z- IM - C MO D EL S W IL L Rough Opening Dimensions R EQUIR E A WAT ER SUP P LY.
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S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S TR-36 / TR-36 / TR-30 PL AN VIEWS NO T E: T R- 3 6 F R Z / 3 0 F R Z- IM - C MO D EL S W IL L Rough Opening Dimensions R EQUIR E A WAT ER SUP P LY.
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S I D E - B Y - S I D E I N S T A L L A T I O N P L A N V I E W S TR-30 / TR-30 / TR-30 / TR-30 PL AN VIEWS NO T E: T R- 3 6 F R Z / 3 0 F R Z- IM - C MO D EL S W IL L Rough Opening Dimensions R EQUIR E A WAT ER SUP P LY.
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S E C T I O N T I T L E U N C R A T I N G A N T I -T I P B R A C K E T L E V E L I N G K I C K P L A T E I N S T A L L A T I O N J O I N I N G K I T I N S T A L L A T I O N P R E S E R V E T H E M O M E N T...
M AT CH F IGUR E S SHO W N. P R O CEDUR E 1. Inspect the skid exterior packaging for visible damage. See fig. 1. Follow TRUE’s recommended procedure for accepting deliveries. Inspect the unit’s exterior for visible damage.
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I N S T A L L A T I O N UNCR ATING (CONT.) 3. Closely inspect the unit’s interior for damage (e.g., scratches by shelving or damage to the door seal). See fig. 5. NO T E: D O NO T R EMO V E T HE IN T ER IO R PA CK A GING.
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I N S T A L L A T I O N UNCR ATING (CONT.) adjustment screw 1/4 – 1/2 turn 6. Slightly raise the rear leveling leg rollers. Turn the front adjustment screw 1/4-1/2 turn clockwise. See fig. 9. 7.
I N S T A L L A T I O N ANTI-TIP BR ACKE T INS TALL ATION KIT CONTENTS PROCEDURE • (1) One anti-tip bracket 1. Measure and mark the depth of the bracket’s placement in the installation location. •...
I N S T A L L A T I O N LE VELING It is important that your unit is level. This ensures the doors align and seal correctly and drain pans do not spill over. PROCEDURE 1. Place a level on the interior floor on the unit. Check the level back-to-front and side-to-side.
I N S T A L L A T I O N IN S TA L L AT ION KICKPL ATE INS TALL ATION After leveling the unit, position the kickplate at the The kickplate (see fig. 1) is shipped unattached to bottom of the unit’s front.
I N S T A L L A T I O N JOINING KIT INS TALL ATION Kit Sizes: 60" (1524 mm) / 72" (1828.8 mm) / 78" (1981.2 mm) / 90" (2286 mm) / 102" (2591 mm) / 120" (3048 mm) K I T C ON T EN T S WARNING! TIP OVER HAZARD.
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I N S T A L L A T I O N JOINING KIT INS TALL ATION (CONT.) Kit Sizes: 60" (1524 mm) / 72" (1828.8 mm) / 78" (1981.2 mm) / 90" (2286 mm) / 102" (2591 mm) / 120" (3048 mm) NO T E: IF F OUR (4) W IR E S A R E C ONNEC T ED T O T HE R EED SW I T CH, BE SUR E T O CL E A R LY L A BEL T HE...
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I N S T A L L A T I O N JOINING KIT INS TALL ATION (CONT.) Kit Sizes: 60" (1524 mm) / 72" (1828.8 mm) / 78" (1981.2 mm) / 90" (2286 mm) / 102" (2591 mm) / 120" (3048 mm) 7.
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I N S T A L L A T I O N JOINING KIT INS TALL ATION (CONT.) Kit Sizes: 60" (1524 mm) / 72" (1828.8 mm) / 78" (1981.2 mm) / 90" (2286 mm) / 102" (2591 mm) / 120" (3048 mm) 14.
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A P P L I A N C E S E T U P S H E L F A D J U S T M E N T R E F R I G E R A T O R S T O R A G E F R E E Z E R S T O R A G E O P T I O N A L I C E M A K E R ®...
A P P L I A N C E S E T U P SHELF AD JUS TMENT Shelving comes taped in place to prevent moving during shipping. See fig. 1. This appliance meets the IEC shelf weight capacity of 47 lb/ft (230 kg/m NO T E: T HE SID E MICR O F IL M P R E V EN T S...
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A P P L I A N C E S E T U P P A G E T I T L E FIG. 3. Remove the shelf shipping clip (A) from the shelf standard (B). Lift the shelf front up (A). Then, lift the shelf back and pull FIG.
A P P L I A N C E S E T U P P A G E T I T L E REFRIG ER ATOR S TOR AG E GLASS SHELVES Position the shelves at the desired height. See fig. 1. See “Shelf Adjustment”...
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A P P L I A N C E S E T U P P A G E T I T L E DRAWERS Your True appliance ships with the drawers installed. REMOVAL 1. Pull the drawer fully forward. 2. Remove the drawer slide screws. See fig. 5.
W IR E SHELV E S Position the shelving at the desired heights before use. See fig. 1. See “Shelf Adjustment” (pg. 44). W IR E B A SK E T S Your True appliance ships with the drawers installed. REMOVAL FIG. 1. Installed Shelving.
A P P L I A N C E S E T U P P A G E T I T L E OP TIONAL ICEM AKER The icemaker (see fig. 1) is in the rear upper left of the freezer section.
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R E F R I G E R A T O R / F R E E Z E R E L E C T R O N I C C O N T R O L O P E R A T I O N P A G E T I T L E NOTE: AN ELECTRONIC CONTROL DISPL AY MAY REFLECT THE FLUCTUATING TEMPER ATURES OF...
R E F R I G E R A T O R / F R E E Z E R E L E C T R O N I C C O N T R O L O P E R A T I O N P A G E T I T L E T URN ON/OFF All units are shipped in ON mode.
R E F R I G E R A T O R / F R E E Z E R E L E C T R O N I C C O N T R O L O P E R A T I O N P A G E T I T L E TEMPER AT URE AD JUS TMENT Default Set Point...
NO T E: IN HO L IDAY MO D E , SE T P OIN T S C A NNO T CH A NG E A ND M A NUA L D EF R O S T C A NNO T INI T I AT E . The following holds TRUE in accordance with Star-K requirements: • Freezer defrosting function switch to a fixed time-based sequence.
R E F R I G E R A T O R / F R E E Z E R E L E C T R O N I C C O N T R O L O P E R A T I O N P A G E T I T L E SHOWROOM MODE SHOWROOM MODE DISABLES THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM.
R E F R I G E R A T O R / F R E E Z E R E L E C T R O N I C C O N T R O L O P E R A T I O N P A G E T I T L E ACCENT LIG HTING S YS TEM All models are equipped with an accent lighting system in the refrigerator/freezer compartment(s).
R E F R I G E R A T O R / F R E E Z E R E L E C T R O N I C C O N T R O L O P E R A T I O N P A G E T I T L E AL ARM NAVIG ATION (D OOR A JAR AL ARM FE AT URE ON/OFF) All models are equipped with a door ajar alarm.
R E F R I G E R A T O R / F R E E Z E R E L E C T R O N I C C O N T R O L O P E R A T I O N P A G E T I T L E NOTIFIC ATIONS ALERT S The following notification alerts may show on the display if the appliance needs attention.
Bad taste • Place coffee grounds or charcoal briquettes in the freezer to absorb odor Hallow cubes Clean the condenser coil. Contact TRUE Residential Customer Service if the issue is unresolved. 10/06/2023 Page 59 of 80 TEC_TM_009 REV. J_EN T R- 3 0 / 3 6 IN STA L L M A NUA L...
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D U A L Z O N E O P E R A T I O N P A G E T I T L E NOTE: AN ELECTRONIC CONTROL DISPL AY MAY REFLECT THE FLUCTUATING TEMPER ATURES OF THE REFRIGER ATION CYCLE, NOT THE PRODUCT TEMPER ATURE.
D U A L Z O N E O P E R A T I O N T URN ON/OFF All units are shipped in ON mode. During the initial startup, the unit runs a short power up diagnostic followed by a single audible beep.
D U A L Z O N E O P E R A T I O N TEMPER AT URE AD JUS TMENT Default Set Point Temperature Range 1. Press ZONE until the display selects the desired 55˚F 40 - 65˚F Upper Zone (12.7˚C) (4.4 - 18.3˚C)
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NO T E: IN HO L IDAY MO D E , SE T P OIN T S C A NNO T CH A NG E A ND M A NUA L D EF R O S T C A NNO T INI T I AT E . The following holds TRUE in accordance with Star-K requirements: • Freezer defrosting function switch to a fixed time-based sequence.
D U A L Z O N E O P E R A T I O N SHOWROOM MODE SHOWROOM MODE DISABLES THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM. The appliance will not cool or defrost; however, the lighting system and door ajar alarm system function, and the display shows the set points. NO T E: A L L MENU S A R E DI SP L AY ONLY.
D U A L Z O N E O P E R A T I O N ACCENT LIG HTING S YS TEM CHANG E TRULUMINA ® LIG HT COLOR All models are equipped with an accent lighting P R O CEDUR E system in the refrigerator/freezer compartment(s).
D U A L Z O N E O P E R A T I O N AL ARM NAVIG ATION (D OOR A JAR AL ARM FE AT URE ON/OFF) All models are equipped with a door ajar alarm. The door ajar alarm beeps continuously when the door is left open for more than 5 minutes.
D U A L Z O N E O P E R A T I O N NOTIFIC ATIONS ALERT S The following notification alerts may show on the display if the appliance needs attention. NO T IF IC AT ION A L ER T S 55°F MODE LIGHT...
G E N E R A L M A I N T E N A N C E , C A R E & C L E A N I N G I N T E R I O R A C C E S S O R I E S D O O R R E M O V A L C O N D E N S E R C O I L C L E A N I N G C O N D E N S A T I O N...
G E N E R A L M A I N T E N A N C E , C A R E & C L E A N I N G INTERIOR ACCE SSORIE S All removable interior accessories are dishwasher safe. DOOR REMOVAL R EMO VA L 1.
G E N E R A L M A I N T E N A N C E , C A R E & C L E A N I N G CONDENSER COIL CLE ANING Keeping the condenser coil clean minimizes required servicing and lowers electrical cost.
G E N E R A L M A I N T E N A N C E , C A R E & C L E A N I N G P A G E T I T L E WATER FILTER REPL ACEMENT (OP TIONAL ICEM AKER ONLY ) The ice machine water filter has a life expectancy...
S TA INL E S S S T EEL OP P ONEN T S TRUE offers environmentally-friendly cleaner There are three basic things which can break down and polish through our True Store at https:// your stainless steel’s passivity layer and allow corrosion storetrueresidential.com/products/stainless-steel-...
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G E N E R A L M A I N T E N A N C E , C A R E & C L E A N I N G P A G E T I T L E APPLIANCE C ARE &...
Use of non-OEM components may your model name and serial number. Please have this void TRUE’s warranty. information on hand when contacting True • Have a licensed service provider service your unit so we can better assist you with your service- to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to or parts-related inquiries.
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TRUE and upon proper installation and start-up in accordance with the instruction packet supplied with each TRUE unit. TRUE’s obligation under this warranty is limited to a period of three (3) years from the date of original installation or thirty nine (39) months after shipment date from TRUE, whichever occurs first.
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CONTACT US t r u e - r e s i d e n t i a l . c o m 6 3 6 . 2 4 0 . 2 4 0 0 t o l l f r e e 8 8 8 . 6 1 6 . 8 7 8 3 ®...
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