Design Guide

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FREEDOM
®
COLLECTION
INSTALLATION OPTIONS
The Freedom Collection offers a variety of installation possibilities*. In some instances, special accessories are required.
RECOMMENDED INSTALLATIONS CONSIDERATIONS
STAND-
ALONE
Any Freedom appliance can be installed as a stand-alone unit. Ensure
a cutout  ush to the appliance at a depth of minimum 4" (102 mm),
preferably 6" (152 mm) on the top and sides.
SIDE-By-SIDE When two appliances are installed side-by-side a sealing kit must be
used. For combinations that involve a freezer column, this kit is
provided. For all other (non-traditional) side-by-side combinations
or instances where any appliances are installed less than 6" (152 mm)
apart from one another but not connected side-by-side, purchase the
Heater Kit (HEATRKIT10).
SPLIT
COLUMNS
wITH
PARTITION
When dimensioning the partition, note the thickness of the door
panel (including handles) as well as the swivel range to prevent
damage if the doors are opened at the same time. (See page 239
for details on door swivel range dimensions)
Three appliances can be installed together only if a partition—
minimum
5
/
8
" (16 mm)—is placed between two of the appliances.
Ensure that door panel thickness (including handles) as well as the
swivel range are accounted for.
AT THE
END OF A
CABINETRy
RUN
All Freedom appliances must be completely enclosed on the top and
sides. If one side of the appliance is visible, a decorative side panel
must be used. The side panel must be connected  rmly to the wall,
the  oor and any overhead furniture/ xtures before the appliance is
placed in the cutout.
NOT RECOMMENDED CONCERNS
It is absolutely essential to ensure that the appliance is installed in
such a way that the doors do not interfere with an adjacent wall or
other kitchen elements. (See page 239 for details on door swivel
range dimensions)
A partition—minimum
5
/
8
" (16 mm)—is required to ensure the doors
do not interfere with one another when opened. Use a partition to
separate appliances and observe the door swivel range. (See page
239 for details on door swivel range dimensions)
A Thermador French Door Bottom Freezer cannot be connected
side-by-side with any other appliance. Use a partition to separate
appliances and observe the door swivel range. (See page 239 for
details on door swivel range dimensions)
*The Thermador warranty shall apply only to recommended installations.