Step 5 Install Side Panels - GE Side by Side Refrigerators Installation Instructions Manual

STEP 3 (continued)
Shut off the main water supply.
of water.
valve and cold water pipe in a basement or cabinet.
easily accessible.
bucket. Shut off the water supply at the shut-off valve.
water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle
type valve complies with your local plumbing codes.
NOTE:
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
STEP 4 INSTALLATION WITH
HOUSEHOLD WATER
FILTRATION SYSTEM
Skip this step if you do not have a household water
filtration system
If the water supply to the refrigerator is from
any household water filtration system, the filter
cartridge should be removed. For better ice and water
performance, remove the filter and install the filter bypass
plug.
Rotate Counterclockwise To
Remove

STEP 5 INSTALL SIDE PANELS

Skip this step when not using side panels.
be inserted into the case trim. Fasten the panels
to the refrigerator with stick-on hook and loop
fastener strips before setting the refrigerator in place.
Installation Instructions
Filter Bypass
Plug
12
STEP 6 INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKETS
:
ANTI-TIP PRECAUTIONS
to prevent the possibility of tipping forward.
:
PRECAUTIONS CONTRE
LES BASCULEMENTS
de son basculement vers l'avant.
wood screws.
See the illustration.
into the vertical wall studs.
Connect power cord:
the power cord into the receptacle. Open the grille
panel and reach into the opening at the back to grasp
the power cord. Pull the power cord into the opening
as you push the refrigerator back.
against front corners.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
When the refrigerator is installed under a soffit
or if there is not enough height for this method of security, brackets
step 9 to secure refrigerator to cabinets. See step 8 if you have metal