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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 INSTALLATION MANUAL REFRIGERATOR Freezer : XRF18CFZ...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS ........................... 5 INSTALLATION PLACE ............................... 8 TOOL LIST ................................... 11 ALTERNATIVES FOR INSTALLATION........................12 PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION ........................13 Cabin dimensions ..............................13 Location of the electrical wiring..........................14 Location of the water system........................... 15 Product dimensions………………………………………...……………………………..…………………………..17 Installation dimension………………………………………………………………………………………………….18 Unpacking ................................
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS HINGE ADJUSTMENT..............................59 Adjusting the hardness of the hinges ........................59 CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION ..................... 60 Removing the furniture door ........................... 60 Removing and preparing the Inner door ......................63 Replacing the hinges .............................. 65 Air vent upper part direction change........................

  • Page 5: Symbols And Their Meanings

    SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS Symbols used in the installation manual are as follows. Important information or useful usage tips WARNING: Conditions that may damage the product or its operating functions ATTENTION: Conditions containing serious injury risk Conditions containing electric shock risk Packaging materials of the product have been manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations.
  • Page 6 SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS Minimum clearances between product parts and surrounding structures must besuitable.   Minimum dimensions and proper organization of ventilation holes must be observed. The product must be connected to the mains power,  and corresponding connections of other components must be suitable. ...
  • Page 7 SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS Load bearing capacity of the door bins Category XRF18CFZ Max load 22Ibs (10kg)

  • Page 8: Installation Place

    INSTALLATION PLACE You must follow the instructions below: The floor on which the product will be installed must be capable of bearing 1,200 pounds (544 kg)  minimum. Kitchen floor and the bottom of the product must be at the same level. Otherwise, problems may ...
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION PLACE To avoid the risk of electric shock: Connect the plug to a grounded 3-pin socket.  Do not remove the ground terminal of the plug.  Do not use adapters.  Do not use extension cables.  ATTENTION: Failure to follow these instructions may result in death, fire or electric shock.

  • Page 10: Electrical Connection

    INSTALLATION PLACE There is a stainless steel door and stainless kick plate option. Please consult the authored service. Ventilation: Vent holes where the air enters and exits the unit must not be blocked or obstructed. In addition, you must periodically clean the dust and dirt that accumulate on these holes in time. Electrical Connection: Never use an extension cable.

  • Page 11: Tool List

    TOOL LIST Tools to be used when installing the product are as follows: Safety ½" Cordless Goggles Wrench Drill ammer Ladder Ø2.4 Drill bit Ø8.0 Safety Drill bit Cutter Gloves ¼" Tape Star bit measure Wrench Flat Bubble Tape Wheelbarrow Level Tool...

  • Page 12: Alternatives For Installation

    ALTERNATIVES FOR INSTALLATION The product can be placed in various ways based on the kitchen design. It must be installed at a place where it is ensured that the door can be opened and closed properly. If the doors cannot be opened 90 degrees at least, you cannot completely open the drawers inside the product.

  • Page 13: Preparation For Installation

    This is the most common installation scenario. Cabin dimensions  Cabin dimensions below must be checked before starting the installation. Category XRF18CFZ width 18" (457mm) depth 25" (635mm) height 84" (2134mm)

  • Page 14: Location Of The Electrical Wiring

    PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Location of the electrical wiring Location of the electrical wiring must be within the range given below. ATTENTION: Do not use extension cables or two-pin adaptors and do not remove the ground terminal of the grounding cable. ATTENTION: A qualified electrician must ensure that the poles of the socket are connected correctly.

  • Page 15: Location Of The Water System

    PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Location of the water system The water connected to the water mains must be potable. Location of the water system must be within the range given below. Water system of the refrigerator must be connected to the water mains system in the house. The user must be able to switch it on/off with the valve when necessary.
  • Page 16 PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION WARNING:  Flatness of the floor where the product will be installed must be checked with a Bubble Level Tool.  Uprightness of the furniture flanges must be checked with a Bubble Level tool. If the flatness and uprightness of the product is not proper, problems may arise with the ...

  • Page 17: Product Dimensions

    PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Product dimensions XRF18CFZ Category 17 3/4" (451mm) without panel : 23 5/16” (592mm) with panel : 24 ¼” (616mm) 3 5/8” (93mm)

  • Page 18: Installation Dimension

    PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Installation dimension Category XRF18CFZ 20” (508) 4 3/8” (110) 11” (280) A : Depth of door (90°open measured from front of door B : Minimum door clearance to adjacent wall ( 90°- reduced internal access) C : Minimum door clearance to adjacent wall ( 115°- full internal access) 90°Door swing...
  • Page 19 PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Anti tip bracket location 3/4” (19mm) Remaining space after install Minimum height adjustment for leveling 22 19/32” (574mm) 1 21/32” (42mm)
  • Page 20 PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Gap 1/8” (3mm) Gap 1/8” (3mm) Height of the kitchen countertop based on the min/max. height of the cabin; standard 4” (101mm) 84” (2134mm) minimum 3 3/4”(96mm) 83 13/16“ 2129mm maximum 5 3/8“ 136mm 85 3/8“ 2169mm...
  • Page 21 PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Category XRF18CFZ 18" (457mm) 17 3/4" (451mm)

  • Page 22: Unpacking

    PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Unpacking WARNING: At least two persons must carry the refrigerator.  Use a box cutter to remove the tapes.  Cut the Packaging Board with a Box Cutter through the section illustrated in dotted lines andremove it.

  • Page 23: Remove The Packaging Polystyrene Material

    PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Remove the Packaging Polystyrene material ATTENTION: Do not remove the tape of the upper door on the product until the refrigerator is placed into the cabin. Risk of tipping over.

  • Page 24: Removing Connectors On The Rear Wall

    Removing the connectors on the rear wall Part name Spec PVC extrusion L=457 PVC extrusion L=609 Trim furniture top PVC extrusion L=762 PVC extrusion L=1,259 Trim furniture side PVC extrusion L=617 Trim door side PVC extrusion L=1,781 Conference √ Category XRF18CFZ Abbreviation...

  • Page 25: Removing Mounting Parts In The Drawer Compartment

    PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Removing mounting parts in the drawer compartment Part name Spec Remark Anti-tip bracket T4.0, Cr+zn-coating Anti tip bracket screws and dowels M8*L60 Position adjustment jig Cover furniture door bracket Truss washer head M4*12 Bracket furniture door T1.0, Cr+zn-coating Counter sunk head screw ST4x14 Truss washer head...

  • Page 26: Removing The Vent Hole Assembly

    PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Removing the vent hole assembly  Remove 5 screws to take out the Vent Hole Assembly.

  • Page 27: Pre-Installation

    Please remember to use the necessary protective equipment when drilling holes on the wall and performing installation. Mark the wall for anti-tip brackets (item No.1).  Anti-tip brackets on the wall Category XRF18CFZ 18” (457mm) 11 5/8 (295mm) 3 3/16" (81mm)
  • Page 28 PRE-INSTALLATION Use a drill to create holes for dowels (item No.2) at the marked points. (5/16” - Ø8)  Use the hammer to fit the dowels (item No.2) ...
  • Page 29 PRE-INSTALLATION Fit the brackets (item No.1) into their places, using 4 screws for each.  You must use all of the 2 brackets to ensure safety of the product. WARNING: If you are not sure whether the existing connection parts are fit to the wall as securely as they should be, you can use alternative anti-tip methods.

  • Page 30: Alternative Anti-Tip Method

    PRE-INSTALLATION Alternative anti-tip method If the anti-tip brackets cannot be connected securely, you must use the alternative method below. In this method, you can use wooden girders to avoid the risk of tipping over. It must be installed as illustrated in the figure below. There must be no clearance between the product and the wooden girder.

  • Page 31: Preparing The Water Hose And The Power Plug

    PRE-INSTALLATION Preparing the water hose and the power plug You will need a hose with a minimum length of 60" (1.5 meters) and a diameter of ¼" for water connections of the product during installation. A connector that has a thread with an external diameter of ¼ must be used to connect the hose end to the product.

  • Page 32: Installation To The Cabin

    INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN Taking the refrigerator from the wooden pallet Remove the brackets that connect the refrigerator to the WoodenPallet.   Recline the refrigerator slowly and pull back with the help of the cart, and then land it. ATTENTION The risk of tipping over is high as of this point.

  • Page 33: Placing The Refrigerator Into The Cabin

    INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN Placing the refrigerator into the cabin Insert the mains water hose into the duct at the back and take it out from  thefront.
  • Page 34 INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Apply the below method to prevent the cable from getting jammed.  Power cord Nylon string Move to wall Water hose Start the refrigerator and make sure it is energized.  (You can check if the lamps compartment are on or off to see if the product is operating). IMPORTANT INFORMATION: You can use tape and similar protectors on parts you think this is necessary to protect the edges of the furniture when placing the product.
  • Page 35 INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION: You must use the upper edges of the door when aligning the product with the furniture. Adjustment of other edges are explained in the following pages. 1/8” (3mm)

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Height Of The Refrigerator In The Cabin

    INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN Adjusting the height of the refrigerator in the cabin  Adjust the refrigerator height using the adjustable feet. WARNING: First of all, raise the front feet to reduce the risk of the cabin falling frontward. A/D –Turn the key clockwise to lift the front B/C –Turn the key clockwise to lift the rear After adjusting the adjustable feet, check the flatness in both width and depth directions.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Refrigerator According To The Cabin Flange

    INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN Adjusting the refrigerator according to the cabin flange  For product with furniture door, the position of the Refrigerator is adjusted so that the door and the furniture surface are flush. You can also use gage if necessary.
  • Page 38 INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN For products without furniture door, the product is placed using the adjustment part as shown  in the figure below.  Position of the level adjustment part (10) must be adjusted according to the thickness of the door.

  • Page 39: Screwing The Side And Upper Brackets

    INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN Screwing the side and upper brackets Fix the bracket furnitures (Item No12) to the unit, where 2 on the top, and 3 on  every side. Use the truss washer head screws (Item No14) to tighten. WARNING: Before starting to screw the Side and Upper brackets, please make sure that water is supplied to the product and there is no water leakage.
  • Page 40 INSTALLATION TO THE CABIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION: If you have difficulty tightening the screws, opening a reference hole with the drill will make this procedure easier. Screwing the bracket furniture on the cabin side wall Attach the bracket furniture to the furniture with 12screws (Item No13). ...

  • Page 41: Installing The Cabin Bottom

    INSTALLING THE CABIN BOTTOM Water connection  Use the box cutter to cut the water hose from the end of the pipe it comes out, leaving a section of 10" length.  Use the 2 wrenches to firmly connect the hose coming from the mains and the hose coming from the valve.
  • Page 42 INSTALLING THE CABIN BOTTOM WARNING: Pressure of the water system must be between 25-80 psi (1.7-5.5 Bar). IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Once the connection is complete, you must turn on the mains valve and make sure that there is no leakage at that point.

  • Page 43: Attaching The Vent Hole Assembly

    INSTALLING THE CABIN BOTTOM Attaching the vent hole assembly Use 5 screws to attach the vent hole assembly.  IMPORTANT INFORMATION: You can move the lower vent hole forward-backward to adjust it to the kick plate in the kitchen. WARNING: Forward-backward travel distance of the lower kick plate must be 15/16"...

  • Page 44: Attaching The Decorative Parts

    INSTALLING THE CABIN BOTTOM Attaching the decorative parts Attach the side closing parts (trim furniture side Item No2) onto the right/left  connectionbrackets.  Attach the upper closing part (trim furniture top Item No1) onto the upper connectionbracket.

  • Page 45: Furniture Door Preparation

    This section contains information about preparing the furniture doors and mounting them to the product. WARNING: Maximum weights of the furniture to be mounted to the product are as follows. Category XRF18CFZ Weight 66.0 lbs. (30 kg) - Furniture door density : 0.6 Choosing the door thickness ...
  • Page 46 FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION You can limit the opening degree of your door to 90° If you want   90°limit pin (item No.17) is located in the mouting part kit of the drawer box. Pin must be fully seated in the bracket or the door will not close properly. ...

  • Page 47: Removing The Mechanism Covers

    Removing the mechanism Covers Remove screws to take out the top hanger bracket cover.  XRF18CFZ WARNING: There is a magnet on the top hanger bracket cover. This is a functional part for the operation of the product. It should not be confused with the low hanger bracket cover.

  • Page 48: Removing The Panel-Adjustment Mechanisms On The Refrigerator

    FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION Removing the panel-adjustment mechanisms on the refrigerator Remove the upper and lower adjusting mechanism assemblies from the door.  XRF18CFZ...

  • Page 49: Preparing Furniture Door

    You must take the dimensions into account when grouping the cradle parts on the furniture door. When marking, you can use the "Furniture door preparation template" provided with the product. XRF18CFZ WARNING: Handle connection holes must be adjusted according to the handles to be used in kitchen design.
  • Page 50 FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION 1/2 “(12mm) 7/10 “(18.2mm) 17 3/4“ (451mm) 1/2 “(12mm) XRF18CFZ Furniture door cutout dimension √ Category XRF18CFZ 451 * 2030 inch 17 3/4 * 79 15/16...
  • Page 51 You must use screws(item No.15). suitable for the door thickness.  Install cradles using the chipboard screws. You can also use the template provided with the product to align these parts. It is recommended to keep this template for future reference. XRF18CFZ...
  • Page 52 FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION Attach the door handle.  Screws holding the door handle must not protrude.  Attach the door handle to the furniture door.. Screws holding the door handle must not protrude. WARNING: Handle connection holes must be adjusted according to the handles to be used in kitchen design. WARNING: Minimum thickness of the door must be ¾"...

  • Page 53: Installing The Furniture Door

    FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION Installing the furniture door 1. Attach the furniture door to the door...
  • Page 54 FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION How to align the furniture door upper part with bolts.  Position of the Furniture Doors to the kitchen furniture must be flush. To achieve this, you should adjust 3D direction using by two fixing bolt to perform fine adjustments. First of all, review the position of the grouped Furniture Doors against the kitchen furniture.
  • Page 55 FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION  How to align the furniture door lower part with bolts. Front&back Up & down Fixing furniture door completely Left & right...
  • Page 56 FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION  Attach and screw the upper/lower decoration cover. XRF18CFZ...
  • Page 57 FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION  After the top and bottom door panel brackets are secured by installing screws, use screw(Item No8) and square washer(Item No9) to secure the center mounting bracket.
  • Page 58 FURNITURE DOOR PREPARATION  Attach the Trim door side (Item No3)

  • Page 59: Hinge Adjustment

    HINGE ADJUSTMENT Adjusting the hardness of the hinges Use a drill to adjust the hardness of the upper and lower hinges of the Door.  Set the hingeadjustment screw from position "O" to position "I".  WARNING: The door must be fully open during this adjustment. WARNING: This adjustment must definitely be performed after the door has been adjusted.

  • Page 60: Changing The Door Opening Direction

    Cabin Dimensions Cabin dimensions below must be checked before starting the installation. “A” Dual cabin dimension √ Category 18+24 18+30 24+24 24+30 30+30 “A” Dimension 42” (1066mm) 48” (1219mm) 48” (1219mm) 54” (1371mm) 60” (1524mm) Conference √ Category XRF18CFZ Abbreviation...

  • Page 61: Location Of The Electrical Wiring

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Location of the Electrical Wiring Location of the electrical wiring must be within the range given below. ATTENTION: Do not use extension cables or two-pin adaptors and do not remove the ground terminal of the grounding cable.

  • Page 62: Location Of The Water System

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Location of the water system The water connected to the water mains must be potable. Location of the water system must be within the range given below. Water system of the refrigerator must be connected to the water mains system in the house.

  • Page 63: Removing And Preparing The Inner Door

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Part name Spec Q’ty Remark Insulation sponge Sponge, gray, T3.0*400*1750 Connecting bracket (A) T2.0*56*41, Cr+zn-coating Truss washer head M4*12 Fastener Trim furniture middle PVC extrusion L=1876 Connecting bracket (B) T2.0*29*36, Cr+zn-coating Truss washer head screw Spec : M4x12 Fixing Refrigerator Such as cabinet and door...

  • Page 64: Attaching The Fasteners And Connecting Bracket

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Attaching the fasteners and connecting bracket Screw (3) the Fasteners (4) that are going to be used to connect two refrigerators together to the locations shown in the figure. Fastener Connecting bracket (A)

  • Page 65: Replacing The Hinges

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Stick the Insulation Sponge (1) to the side panel so that the sponge remains in between two cabins.
  • Page 66 CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Bring the two refrigerators side by side. After making sure that they are in alignment, screw fasteners (4) to the other refrigerator. Screw connecting bracket A (2) on the back and screw connecting bracket B (6) on the front. Connecting bracket (B) on the front Connecting bracket (A)

  • Page 67: Air Vent Upper Part Direction Change

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Make power and water connections of the refrigerator as explained before. Push the refrigerators into the cabin.

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Height Of The Refrigerator In The Cabin

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Adjusting the height of the refrigerator in the cabin Adjust the refrigerator height using the adjustable feet. WARNING: First of all, raise the front feet to reduce the risk of the cabin falling frontward. A/D –Turn the key clockwise to lift the front B/C –Turn the key clockwise to lift the rear...

  • Page 69: Screwing The Bracket Furniture On The Cabin Side Wall

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Screwing the bracket furniture on the cabin side wall Attach the bracket furniture to the furniture with 12screws.

  • Page 70: Installing The Door

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Screwing the bracket furniture on the cabin top wall Attach the bracket furniture to the furniture with 4screws. ...

  • Page 71: Attaching The Decorative Parts

    CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Attaching the decorative parts Attach the side closing parts onto the right/left connectionbrackets. Attach the upper closing part onto the upper connectionbracket.
  • Page 72 CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION Attach the middle closing parts (trim furniture middle Item No5) between two refrigerators.
  • Page 73 CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION You can see previous pages for other installation procedures.

  • Page 74: Warranty Registration

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