Dacor EF42DBSS Installation Instructions Manual
Built-in refrigerator 42 and 48 inch models
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
Built-In Refrigerator 42 and 48 Inch Models: Part No. 103675 Rev. E/W10159564E Installation Instructions EF42DBSS, EF42NBSS, EF48DBSS, EF48NBSS IF42DBOL, IF42NBOL, IF48DBOL, IF48NBOL... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
If you have questions or problems with installation, contact your ® Dacor dealer or the Dacor Customer Service Team. When you call, have the model and serial number of the appliance ready. The model and serial number are printed on the appliance data label. -
Page 3: Refrigerator Safety
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not completely installed. -
Page 4: Model Identification
Refrigerators With Ice and Water Dispensers EF42DBSS and EF48DBSS: 42” and 48” dispensing models with all stainless steel finish Refrigerators Without Ice and Water Dispensers EF42NBSS and EF48NBSS: 42” and 48” non-dispensing models with all stainless steel finish Model Identification 42”... -
Page 5: Installation Requirements
† TORX is a registered trademark of Textron Innovations Inc. Installation Requirements Location Requirements Your Dacor refrigerator can be recessed in an opening between cabinets or installed at the end of a cabinet run using a side panel to enclose the refrigerator. -
Page 6: Location Requirements
EF42, IF42 41½” (105.4 cm) to 41¾” (106.1 cm) EF48, IF48 47½” (120.7 cm) to 47¾” (121.3 cm) NOTE: Flooring under refrigerator must be at same level as the room. Face of cabinetry must be plumb. Installation Requirements Electrical Requirements Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. -
Page 7: Water Supply Requirements
NOTE: If the water shut off valve is in the back wall behind the refrigerator, it must be at an angle so that the tube is not kinked when the refrigerator is pushed into its final position. Access hole with 1/2” (1.3 cm) of... -
Page 8: Product Dimensions
” (64.5 cm). ƒ The power cord is 84” (213 cm) long. ƒ The water line attached to the back of the refrigerator is 5 ft (1.5 m) long. Height dimensions are shown with leveling legs extended ¹⁄ ƒ (3 mm) below the rollers. -
Page 9: Door Swing Dimensions
The location must permit both doors to open to a minimum of 90°. Allow 4½” (11.4 cm) minimum space between the side of the refrigerator and a corner wall. NOTE: More clearance may be required if you are using overlay panels, custom handles or extended handles on a IF series model. -
Page 10: Door Panels And Cabinetry Clearance
The custom door panels and adjacent cabinetry for models series IF42 and IF48 must be designed so that there is sufficient clearance for the doors to swing open. If the refrigerator is to be installed close to the wall, see Door Swing 90° on facing page. - Page 11 Refrigerator to Cabinetry Clearance Allow a minimum of 4½” (11.4 cm) of space between the side of the refrigerator and a corner wall. More clearance may be needed if thicker custom panels or custom handles are used. Do not overlook baseboards.
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Page 12: Custom Panels And Handles
• The custom panels must have backer panels attached in order to mount them to the refrigerator. It is most common to work with three layers, as shown in the illustrations below. The three layers consist of a decorative overlay panel, a ¹/ spacer panel or spacer strips and a ¼”... - Page 13 Any handle designed for use with an appliance should produce satisfactory results. Mounting screw length varies with the total thickness of the panels. IMPORTANT: Dacor does not advise the use of single pull knobs. Installation Requirements Freezer Panel for Non-Dispenser Models...
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Page 14: Custom Side Panels
Custom side panels may be needed when not enough space is available to have cabinets on both sides of the refrigerator or when the refrigerator is placed at the end of a cabinet run. You may choose an Inset or Recessed Inset panel installation for models IF42 and IF48. -
Page 15: Custom Side Panels
Custom side panels may be needed when not enough space is available to have cabinets on both sides of the refrigerator or when the refrigerator is placed at the end of a cabinet run. You may choose an inset, flush or recessed inset panel installation for models EF42 and EF48. -
Page 16: Installation Instructions
If you receive a damaged product, immediately contact your dealer or builder. Do not install or use a damaged appliance. ƒ Do not remove the film on the outside until the refrigerator is in its operating position. ƒ All four leveling legs must contact the floor to support and stabilize the full weight of the refrigerator. -
Page 17: Install Anti-Tip Boards
Securely attach one or two 2” x 4” x 32” (5 cm x 10 cm x 81 cm) boards to wall studs behind refrigerator. Use six #8 x 3” (7.6 cm) (or longer) wood screws. The wood screws must be screwed into the studs at least 1½”... -
Page 18: Plug In Refrigerator
Move the refrigerator straight back and evenly into the opening. Be sure the refrigerator side trims do not interfere with the door opening. Also, be sure that the water tubing is not kinked and the power cord is on top of the refrigerator. Water System Preparation. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard OFF position. -
Page 19: Level And Align Refrigerator
Installation Instructions Continue adjusting all of the leveling legs to raise the refrigerator until the top is within at least 1” (2.5 cm) of the top soffit. NOTE: If an anti-tip board has been used, adjust the leveling legs until the top of the refrigerator is within ¼”... -
Page 20: Custom Panel And Handle Installation
Create custom door overlay panels according to the specifications in the Custom Panels and Handles section. ƒ Dacor is not responsible for customer installed molding or decorative panels that need to be removed or replaced to service the refrigerator. Handle Installation Before installing a custom panel assembly, install the custom handle hardware. -
Page 21: Adjust Doors
Make final recheck to make sure the doors are aligned and even. Door Swing Adjustment Check that the refrigerator door can open freely. If the door opens too wide, remove the door stop screw or screws (depending on your model) from the bottom hinge. See Door Height Adjustment earlier in this section. -
Page 22: Install Side Panel(S)
If the built-in area depth is 25” (63.5 cm) or more, the side panels can be installed inside the side trim or attached to the outside of the side trim. IMPORTANT: Dacor is not responsible for customer installed molding or decorative panels that need to be removed or replaced to service the refrigerator. -
Page 23: Complete Installation
Any questions or problems with this installation should be directed to your Dacor dealer or the Dacor Customer Service Team at (800) 793-0093 or visit our web site at www.Dacor.com. If you need service, be sure to have the model and serial numbers when you call. -
Page 24: Notes
Dacor ● 1440 Bridge Gate Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ● Tel: (800) 793-0093 ● FAX: (626) 403-3130 ● www.Dacor.com...
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