Dacor EF42DBSS Planning Manual

EF42DBSS, EF42NBSS, EF48DBSS, EF48NBSS,
IF42DBOL, IF42NBOL, IF48DBOL, IF48NBOL
Document # PG11-005

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.
iMPOrTANT:
◊ The location must allow the refrigerator to be moved out from the
wall without being disconnected in the event that service become
necessary.
◊ It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near an
oven, radiator, or other heat source.
◊ Do not install in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F
(13°C).
◊ Floor must support the refrigerator weight, more than 600 lbs.
(272 kg), door panels and contents of the refrigerator.
◊ Ceiling height must allow for side tipping radius. See installation
instructions.
◊ Location should permit doors to open fully. See Door Swing
Dimensions.
◊ Location must permit top grille removal. See Opening Dimensions.
◊ A grounded 3 prong electrical outlet should be placed in the area
shown in the diagram on the right. See Electrical Requirements for
more information.
◊ The water shutoff should be located in the base cabinet on either
side of the refrigerator or some other easily accessible area. If the
water shutoff valve is not in the cabinets, the plumbing for the water
line can come through the floor or the back wall. See Water Supply
Requirements for more information.

Opening Dimensions

◊ To avoid tipping during use, the solid soffit must be within 1" (2.5 cm)
maximum above the refrigerator. If the solid soffit is higher than 1"
(2.5 cm) or one is not available, then the refrigerator must be braced.
If the anti-tip boards are needed, they must be attached to the rear
wall studs 80" to 90" (203.2 cm to 228.6 cm) above the floor. See
installation instructions for more information.
NOTE: A clearance of ¹⁄
grille in order for the top grille to be removed.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
42" and 48" Wide
Built-In Refrigerators
" (1.3 cm) must be maintained above the top
2
1/2" (1.3 cm)
• Observe all governing codes and ordinances during planning
and installation. Contact your local building department for
further information.
• This appliance must be installed in accordance with the
accompanying installation instructions.
" (212.1 cm) min.
¹/
83
2
" (215.3 cm) max.
³/
84
4
to bottom of solid soffit
Model
Series
EF42, IF42
EF48, IF48
NOTE: Flooring under refrigerator must be at same level as the room. Face
of cabinetwork must be plumb.
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PLANNING
GUIDE
WArNiNg
B
77 "
(195.6 cm)
A
(see chart following)
24"
(61.0 cm) Min.
Cutout Width A Dimension B
41½" (105.4 cm) to
41¾" (106.0 cm)
47½" (120.7 cm) to
47¾" (121.3 cm)
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10"
(25.4 cm)
16"
(40.6 cm)
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