Custom Panels And Handles - Dacor EF42DBSS Installation Instructions Manual

Custom Panels and Handles - IF42/IF48 Series Models
Custom overlay panels used with models IF42 and IF48 allow you
to blend the exterior of your refrigerator into the overall kitchen
décor, and to use custom handles for additional design flexibility.
Panel Specifications
• 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" (6.4 mm) backer panel.
• In some cases, instead of constructing the panel using three
layers, the cabinet manufacturer may choose to work with a
single piece routed for the different dimensions. Follow the
panel dimension and placement instructions on the facing page
to be sure that the custom overlay panels will fit properly.
• To minimize panel weight, you may use 2" (5.1 cm) spacer
strips around the perimeter in place of full-sheet solid spacer
panels. The spacer strips must be set in at least 1" (2.5 cm)
from the top, bottom and side edges of the backer panel. If you
use spacer strips, it is also recommended that you use two 2"
(5.1 cm) strips horizontally centered for added support.
• For the grille and the door panels to be flush, the overlay door
panel should be ¼" (6.4 mm) thicker than the overlay grille
panel.
IMPORTANT:
• Install the custom panels only after moving the refrigerator into
place (see page 16).
• The weight of the overlay panels cannot exceed:
- 50 lbs (23 kg) for the refrigerator door
- 30 lbs (13.5 kg) for the freezer door (total)
- 10 lbs (4.5 kg) for the top grille
Overlay panel
(1.6 to 1.9 cm)
" to "
/ /
5 3
8 4
(1.6 to 1.9 cm)
"
/
1
8
(3.2 mm)
10
Installation Requirements
" (3.2 mm)
8
Overlay panel
Spacer panel
Spacer panel
" to "
/ /
5 3
8 4
Backer panel
"
/
1
4
"
/
1
(6.4 mm)
8
" (3.2 mm)
/
1
4
(6.4 mm)
Important Information About Freezer Door Overlay
Panels on Dispenser Models:
• There are two basic methods for paneling the freezer door on
dispenser models:
- Frameless method
- Framed method
• The framless method involves fabricating two separate panels
for above and below the dispenser that slide into the trim frame
on the door.
• The framed method involves fabricating a single overlay panel
and attaching two separate sets of spacer and backer panels
above and below the dispenser cutout (see facing page). The
completed panel slides into the trim frame on the door as a
single unit.
IMPORTANT: The dispenser is recessed behind the overlay
panel for the freezer door. The edges of the overlay panel around
the bottom of the dispenser may be exposed to water during
normal use. Seal the area around the dispenser to prevent water
seepage and damage. It is suggested that the edges of the panel
around the bottom of the dispenser be covered by waterproof
material to prevent damage to the finish over time.
Spacer panel
Spacer panel
/
"
1
8
(3.2 mm)
/
"
1
8
Overlay panel
(3.2 mm)
Backer panel
1" Min.
(2.5 cm)
Backer panel
Door/Grille trim
Offset dimension
* The spacer panel offset must be a minimum
of 1" (2.5 cm) from all four edges of each
backer panel, including the edges next to the
dispenser (on dispenser models).
Overlay panel
Backer panel
Door
1" Min.
Door
(2.5 cm)
Trim frame
Offset dimension