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GE Side by Side Refrigerators manual

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    Side by Side Refrigerators Design Guide With Installation Instructions If you have questions , call 800.626.2000 or visit our website at: www .monogram.com Installation Instructions[...]

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    Safety Information 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 W arranty . See the Owner’ s Manual for warranty information. W ARNING: • T[...]

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    B A Design Guide THE INST ALLA TION SP ACE Water And Electrical Locations The opening must be prepared with the electrical and water supply located as shown. The cutout depth must be 24" The refrigerator will project for ward, slightly beyond adjacent cabinetry , depending on your installation. Cutout depth beneath a soffit: When installed ben[...]

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    1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1" 3/4" Overlay Panel (Nominal Size) Stainless Steel 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 2" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 1-3/4" 3" 2-1/4" 2-1/2" 2-3/4" 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" Door 23-7/8" From Rear of Refrigerator 1" Refrigerator Case Trim Design Guide T[...]

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    1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" 23-7/8" From Rear of Refrigerator 3/4" Overlay Panel (Nominal Size) Case T rim Refrigerator Door Stainless Steel 5 T op View 90° DOOR SWING (optional setting) Scale 1:1 IMPORT ANT NOTE – FOR DISPENSER MODELS: Dispenser models[...]

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    Standard Door Handles 3/4" Overlay Panel .10" Thick Spacer Panel 1/4" Thick Backer Panel CUSTOMIZA TION BASICS: Framed Or Overlay Panels, Custom Handles and Accessory Kits Overlay panels Y ou may also choose to install custom overlay panels from your cabinet manufacturer . This design provides a seamless appearance which integrates s[...]

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    1/4" FRAMED P ANEL DIMENSIONS 7 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. 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 ta[...]

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    3/4" OVERLA Y P ANEL DIMENSIONS 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. • Cente[...]

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    DISPENSER MODELS: RAISED OVERLA Y P ANEL DESIGN When a raised panel design is to be used, a custom wide middle rail is required to accept the dispenser trim. • The middle rail must be wide enough to allow for the dispenser trim to overlap the opening. • The middle rail must be 1.100" total thickness to accept the dispenser trim. 9 DISPENSE[...]

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    10 SIDE P ANELS 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 hook and loop fastener strips. Order the side panels from the cabinet manufacturer . • Cut a notch in the top front corner as shown to all[...]

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    Installation Instructions STEP 1 REMOVE P ACKAGING CAUTION: Refrigerator is much heavier at the top than at the bottom – be careful when moving. When using a hand truck, handle from side only . PRUDENCE: Le réfrigérateur est beaucoup plus lourd en haut qu'en bas. Il faut être prudent lors des déplacements. Si un diable est utilisé, il f[...]

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    Mounting Bracket 2 x 4 Cut 35" Length Installation Height From Floor Screws Mounted into Vertical Wall Studs 12 STEP 2A INST ALLA TION WITH HOUSEHOLD W A TER FIL TRA TION 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[...]

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    13 STEP 5 LEVEL REFRIGERA TOR 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 . • T o level the back of the refrigerator , turn the 7/16" hex nut located above the front wheels. T urn clockwise to raise or countercloc[...]

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    STEP 9 INST ALL GRILLE P ANEL T o insert framed or overlay panel into the grille: • Raise the grille panel to stop position. 14 • Loosen screws on side trim behind frame. Remove bottom trim. CAUTION: Metal panel may be slippery . Grip metal panel firmly , so the panel does not slip out of the frame and cause personal injury or damage to the fra[...]

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    15 STEP 10 INST ALL 1/4” FRAMED P ANELS Install door panels: • Open door to 90°. Remove the 6 Phillips head screws from the door handle. • Remove handle. Retain all screws. • Remove 6 screws holding trim, lift off trim. Retain screws. • Slide framed panel into the door trim. Dispenser Models Only: • The dispenser controls protrude beyo[...]

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    16 STEP 10A INST ALL OVERLA Y P ANELS Install door panels: • Open door to 90°. Remove the 6 Phillips head screws from the door handle. • Remove handle. Retain all screws. • Remove 6 screws holding trim, lift off trim. Retain screws. • Slide overlay panel into the door trim. Dispenser Models Only: • The dispenser controls protrude beyond [...]

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    17 STEP 10A (continued) Custom Handles • If you are using custom handles, the handle must be properly secured to the overlay panel before sliding the panel into the trim. • The cabinet manufacturer will supply the custom handle and hardware. • Discard the supplied handle. • Remove the trim. Peel away a few inches of the adhesive backing. IM[...]

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    18 STEP 12 CONNECT W A TER SUPPL Y • Locate and bring tubing to the front of the cabinet. • T urn the water on to flush debris from line. Run about a quart of water through tubing into a bucket, then shut-off water . Copper T ubing: • Slip a 1/4" nut and ferrule (provided) over both ends of the copper tubing. Insert tube into the union f[...]

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    19 STEP 15 INST ALL TOEKICK • Locate the supplied toekick (shipped taped to the side of the refrigerator). Install with 2 screws provided, adjust to desired height and tighten screws. • A custom toekick can be installed to match or complement the surrounding cabinetry . Use the supplied toekick as a template to cut the shape. STEP 14 ST ART ICE[...]

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    Pub. No. 31-46195 Dwg. No. 224D1559P002 11-06 JR NOTE: While performing installations described in this book, safety glasses or goggles should be worn. For Monogram ® local ser vice in your area, call 1.800.444.1845. NOTE: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor at General Electric. Therefore, materials, appearance and specifications are subj[...]