Installation Instructions Side by Side Refrigerators Design Guide With Installation Instructions 31-49057-1 224D1889P015 10-14 GE monogram.
Safety Information BEFORE YOU BEGIN If you received a damaged refrigerator, you should immediately contact your dealer or builder. Skill Level – Installation of this refrigerator requires basic mechanical, carpentry and plumbing skills. Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the GE Appliance Warranty. See the Owner’s Manual for warranty information. Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Consignes de Sécurité Ce symbole représente une alerte de sécurité. Ce symbole vous avise de dangers possibles pouvant causer la mort, des blessures ou autres. Tous les messages de sécurité seront précédés du symbole d’alerte de sécurité ainsi que des mots « DANGER », « AVERTISSEMENT » ou « MISE EN GARDE ». Ces messages sont les suivants : DANGER Signale une situation qui présente un danger imminent et qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, entraînera des bles sures graves, voire la mort.
Contents Safety Step 4. Household Water Filtration Step 5. Install Side Panels Step 6. Install Case Trim Step 7. Anti-Tip Procedure Step 8. Level Refrigerator Step 9. Secure Refrigerator to Cabinetry Step 10. Adjust Door Swing Step 11. Remove Door Trim Step 12. Layout Decorative Door Panels Step 13. Attach Brackets to Panels Step 14. Hang Decorative Door Panels Step 15. Layout Decorative Hood Panel Step 16. Install Hood Panel Step 17. Adjust Decorative Panels Step 18 Replace Trim Step 19.
Design Guide THE INSTALLATION SPACE DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES 36" Models 12" 42" Models 18" 48" Models 20" 25-3/8" Framed Models 25-3/4" Stainless Steel Models 35", 41", or 47" Case Width * Shipping height. The refrigerator can be adjusted to fit into a cutout that is 84-1/2” in height. *84" Use leveling legs From and wheels for a Floor maximum 1” height adjustment.
Design Guide CUSTOMIZATION BASICS: Professional Style Stainless Steel Refrigerators Stainless steel wrapped refrigerators have beveled edges and professional-style handles. These models are shipped ready for installation. Stainless Steel Wrapped Refrigerators Stainless Steel wrapped refrigerators have wrapped doors and grille panel, beveled edges, and tubular stainless steel handles that coordinate with other Monogram appliances. These models are shipped ready for installation.
Design Guide 3/4” OVERLAY PANEL DIMENSIONS (Flush Installation Only) IMPORTANT NOTE – DISPENSER MODELS The refrigerator is supplied with matching adjustable dispenser trims. The overlay dispenser trim is designed to fit a total panel thickness of 3/4” plus up to 1/8” adjustability. • If the panel is less than 3/4” a noticeable gap may be created around the dispenser trim. • If the panel is more than 3/4” and fully adjusted away from door face, the dispenser trim cannot be secured to the door.
Design Guide 1/4” FRAMED PANEL DIMENSIONS (Standard Installation Only) 5/16" Trim Reveal Door If you choose to install framed panels, they must be cut to the dimensions shown. The panels will slide into the frame on the door and grille. 1/4" Panel Non-Dispenser Models If the custom panel is less than 1/4” thick and it fits loosely in the door frame it can be backed up with a piece of filler material or foam tape to improve the fit.
Design Guide 3/4” OVERLAY PANEL DIMENSIONS (Standard Installation Only) Overlay Panel Door For a more custom appearance, overlay panels may be installed on trimmed models. The overlay panel must be secured to a 1/4” thick backer panel which slides into the trim. A spacer panel 0.10” thick must be placed between the overlay and backer panel. Assemble the panels with glue and screws: • Center the spacer panel on the backer panel, left to right and top to bottom. Secure the panels with glue.
Design Guide Frameless Cabinets: The case trim overlaps cabinets at the top and sides. Therefore, frameless cabinets may require filler strips to prevent interference with cabinet door swing. The opening must allow for filler strips.
Design Guide Refrigerator Frameless Cabinets: The case trim overlaps cabinets at the top and sides. Therefore, frameless cabinets may require filler strips to prevent interfeence with cabinet door swing. The opening must allow for filler strips.
Design Guide DISPENSER TRIM FIT EXAMPLES: (NOT TO SCALE) 3/4” OVERLAY PANEL (Flush Installation Only) • The dispenser trim fits over the custom panel and snaps into the freezer door. 1/4” FRAMED PANEL (Standard Installation Only) • The dispenser trim fits over the custom panel and snaps into the freezer door. • The clips will not engage the door if the panel is more than 0.250” thick. • If the panel is less than 0.250” thick, a noticeable gap may be created around the dispenser trim.
Installation Instruction 24" SIDE PANELS Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the refrigerator will be exposed. The 1/4” side panels will slip into the side case trim. Secure the panels to the refrigerator with stick-on *84" hook and loop fastener strips. Order the side panels from the cabinet manufacturer. • Cut a notch in the top front corner as shown to allow clearance for corner keys in the front side trim.
Installation Instruction PARTS IDENTIFICATION: Panel Bracket, Top Right Trim, Freezer Bottom Panel Bracket, Bottom Left Trim, Handle Side Visor, Fresh Food Trim, Handle Side Visor, Freezer Panel Bracket, Bottom Right Trim, Fresh Food Handle Side Cover Trim, Fresh Food Hinge Side Trim, Freezer Handle Side Cover Panel Bracket, Top Left Panel Bracket, Top (2) Trim, Case, RH Side Trim, Fresh Food Top Panel Bracket, Bottom (2) Trim, Fresh Food Bottom Door Bracket (4); Installed on door Drill holes a
Installation Instruction FLOORING MISE À LA TERRE DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on a level surface of hard material that is at the same height as the rest of the flooring. This surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator, or approximately 1,500 lbs. NOTE: Protect the finish of the flooring. Cut a large section of the cardboard carton and place under the refrigerator where you are working.
Installation Instructions STEP 1 REMOVE PACKAGING WARNING STEP 3 INSTALL WATER LINE • A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. The water pressure must be between 40 and 120 p.s.i. • Route 1/4” OD copper or GE SmartConnect™ plastic tubing between house cold water line and the water connection location. • The tubing should be long enough to extend to the front of the refrigerator. Allow enough tubing to accommodate the bend leading into the water line connection. Tip Over Hazard.
Installation Instructions STEP 7 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE STEP 4 INSTALLATION WITH HOUSEHOLD WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM WARNING Tip Over Hazard. These refrigerators are top heavy, especially with any doors open, and must be secured to prevent tipping forward which could result in death or serious injury. Read and follow the entire installation instructions for securing the refrigerator with the anti-tip system.
Installation Instructions STEP 8 LEVEL REFRIGERATOR STEP 7 ANTI-TIP PROCEDURE (Cont.) All models have 4-point leveling. The front is supported by leveling legs, the rear is supported by adjustable wheels. Both are accessible from the front of the refrigerator. • To level the back of the refrigerator, turn the 7/16” hex nut located above the front wheels. Turn clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the refrigerator. • For front leveling, use a 1-1/4” open-end wrench.
Installation Instructions STEP 10 ADJUST DOOR SWING NOTE: This refrigerator has a 3-position door stop. When space does not allow the door to swing open fully to 115°, you may change the door swing to a 90° opening. A 130° door swing option is available for standard installation only. Skip this step if door opening is satisfactory for your installation situation. • Open the door to view the bottom hinge. Note the door stop pin locations. The pin is factory installed in the 130° position. • Close the door.
Installation Instructions STEP 12 LAYOUT DECORATIVE DOOR PANELS - FLUSH INSTALLATION ONLY Decorative wood panels must be cut to a thickness of 3/4”. The dimensions of each panel can be determined by referring to the specs provided with refrigerator. Panels must be predrilled to prevent accidental splitting or cracking of wood when attaching to door brackets in the next step. 1. Cut Freezer (left) side and Fresh food (right) side panels to specified dimensions (as noted on page 11 under Design Guide). 2.
Installation Instructions STEP 12 LAYOUT DECORATIVE DOOR PANELS - FLUSH INSTALLATION ONLY (Cont.) 10. Using a pencil, trace the outline of the notch out of the template at the bottom corner of each door. This mark will provide a guide for routing wood to provide relief for door hinge at bottom of door panel. 11. Route out the traced areas on the rear of each panel 1/4” deep and discard the door panel templates. Preparation for handles 1.
Installation Instructions STEP 14 HANG DECORATIVE DOOR PANELS - FLUSH INSTALLATION ONLY Panels with attached brackets will mate with steel brackets already attached to top, sides, and bottom of refrigerator doors. Each bracket attached to the door will have two machined screws recessed inside the door to provide anchoring points for wood panel brackets to install onto the doors. 1. Lift the Fresh Food door panel to hang the panel on the fresh food door.
Installation Instructions STEP 15 LAYOUT DECORATIVE GRILLE PANEL - FLUSH INSTALLATION ONLY STEP 16 INSTALL GRILLE PANEL - FLUSH INSTALLATION ONLY 1. Pull grille panel bracket in an outward motion allowing it to swing out and up to the fully open position. 2. Lay the grille panel on top of the grille panel bracket and align the pilot holes with the bracket holes from the underside. 3. Fasten the grille panel to the grille panel bracket using provided screws in bracket hardware kit.
Installation Instructions STEP 17 ADJUST DECORATIVE PANELS - FLUSH INSTALLATION ONLY Each door panel can be adjusted approximately 1/8” both left and right, up and down, as well as outward from the door to provide planar appearance with cabinets. NOTICE: Misaligned door panels from incorrect drilling or incorrect cut dimensioning may result in less possible adjustment as well as possible interferences with other attached panels and/or hardware. 1.
Installation Instructions STEP 17 ADJUST DECORATIVE PANELS - FLUSH INSTALLATION ONLY (Cont) STEP 18 REPLACE TRIM - FLUSH INSTALLATION ONLY 1. Replace trim and 6 screws on hinge side of each door. 2. Replace handle visor trim and four screws on the handle side of each door. 3. Replace trim cover and four screws over visor trim on the handle side of each door. 5. Make the final vertical adjustment of the fresh food and freezer door panels.
Installation Instructions STEP 20 CONNECT POWER, CLOSE GRILLE PANEL STEP 19 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY • Open the grill panel. • Plug in the power cord (if necessary) by reaching into the opening next to the water filter. If access is too tight, remove the 2 screws holding the water filter bracket and move aside. Plug in the power cord and secure the bracket with the original screws.
Installation Instructions STEP 22 INSTALL TOEKICKS INSPECT FINAL INSTALLATION • Locate the supplied toekicks (shipped taped to the side of the refrigerator. • Attach the LARGER toekick to the refrigerator using ONLY the top center hole (1). • Attach the toekick skirt to the refrigerator using the three lower slots (2). Check door alignment. Stand back away from the refrigerator to inspect the final installation. • Check to be sure the handles are evenly aligned with each other at the top.
NOTE: While performing installations described in this book, safety glasses or goggles should be worn. For Monogram® local service in your area, call 1.800.444.1845. NOTE: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at General Electric. Therefore, materials, appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice. 31-49057-1 224D1889P015 10-14 GE Printed in the United States GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 GEAppliances.
