GE Side by Side Refrigerators Manual

Page 2 - Safety Information; Skill Level –; Read these instructions completely and carefully.; IMPORTANT; Note to Installer; AVERTISSEMENT; CONTENTS

Safety Information Skill Level – Installation of this refrigerator requires basic mechanical, carpentry and plumbingskills. Proper installation is the responsibility of theinstaller. Product failure due to improper installationis not covered under the GE Appliance Warranty. See the Owner’s Manual fo...

Page 3 - Design Guide; THE INSTALLATION SPACE; Water And Electrical Locations; kit between; DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES; Product Clearances

B A Design Guide THE INSTALLATION SPACE Water And Electrical Locations The opening must be prepared with the electricaland water supply located as shown. The cutout depth must be 24" The refrigerator will project forward, slightly beyondadjacent cabinetry, depending on your installation. Cutout ...

Page 4 - Dispenser trim; Framed panels must be

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" Refrigerat...

Page 5 - Stainless Steel; Dispenser trim fit to the; Framed panels

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 Trim Refrigerator Door Stainless Steel 5 Top View90° DOOR SWING(optional setting)Scale 1:1 IMPORTANT NOTE –FOR DISPENS...

Page 7 - Dispenser; IMPORTANT NOTE – DISPENSER MODELS; dispenser trim cannot be secured to the door.

1/4" FRAMED PANEL DIMENSIONS 7 If you choose to install framed panels, they must becut to the dimensions shown. The panels will slideinto the frame on the door and grille. Non-Dispenser Models If the custom panel is less than 1/4" thick and it fitsloosely in the door frame it can be backed u...

Page 8 - Cutout Position; be created around the dispenser trim.

3/4" OVERLAY PANEL DIMENSIONS For a more custom appearance, overlay panels may beinstalled on trimmed models. The overlay panel mustbe secured to a 1/4" thick backer panel which slidesinto the trim. A spacer panel 0.10" thick must beplaced between the overlay and backer panel. Assemble t...

Page 10 - SmartConnectTM Refrigerator Tubing kits; GROUNDING THE REFRIGERATOR; Protect the finish of the flooring. Cut a large

10 SIDE PANELS Side panels must be usedwhenever the sides of therefrigerator will beexposed. The 1/4" sidepanels will slip into theside case trim. Secure thepanels to the refrigeratorwith stick-on hook andloop fastener strips. Orderthe side panels from thecabinet manufacturer.• Cut a notch in th...

Page 11 - Installation Instructions; STEP 1 REMOVE PACKAGING; • Support blocks on the bottom of the refrigeration; Shut off the main water supply.; • Turn on the main water supply and flush debris.

Installation Instructions STEP 1 REMOVE PACKAGING 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 lorsdes déplacemen...

Page 12 - Skip this step when not using side panels.; STEP 4 INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKETS; PRECAUTIONS CONTRE LES; • Secure the bracket with wood block to the back wall

Mounting Bracket 2 x 4 Cut35" Length Installation Height From Floor Screws Mounted intoVertical Wall Studs 12 STEP 2A INSTALLATION WITH HOUSEHOLD WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM Skip this step if you do not have a householdwater filtration system If the water supply to the refrigerator is from anyhouseh...

Page 13 - The refrigerator must be secured to prevent tipping; holes through the metal top case trim.; If you attempt to raise the refrigerator; PRUDENCE; Lever le réfrigérateur de plus de

13 STEP 5 LEVEL REFRIGERATOR All models have 4-point leveling. The front is supported by leveling legs, the rear is supported byadjustable wheels. Both are accessible from the frontof the refrigerator.• To level the back of the refrigerator, turn the 7/16" hex nut located above the front wheels....

Page 14 - STEP 9 INSTALL GRILLE PANEL; STEP 8 ADJUST DOOR SWING; Skip this step if door opening is satisfactor y; STEP 7 SECURE REFRIGERATOR

STEP 9 INSTALL GRILLE PANEL To 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 doesnot slip out of the frame and cau...

Page 15 - STEP 10 INSTALL 1/4” FRAMED PANELS; Dispenser Models Only:

15 STEP 10 INSTALL 1/4” FRAMED PANELS 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: • Th...

Page 16 - STEP 10A INSTALL OVERLAY PANELS

16 STEP 10A INSTALL OVERLAY PANELS 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 ...

Page 17 - Hand-tighten screws into end caps. Do not; • Carefully place the aluminum cover trim into top

17 STEP 10A (continued) Custom Handles • If you are using custom handles, the handle must be properly secured to the overlay panel before slidingthe panel into the trim. • The cabinet manufacturer will supply the custom handle and hardware. • Discard the supplied handle. • Remove the trim. Peel away...

Page 18 - STEP 12 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY; GE SmartConnect; STEP 11 INSTALL DISPENSER

18 STEP 12 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY • Locate and bring tubing to the front of the cabinet.• Turn the water on to flush debris from line. Run about a quart of water through tubing into a bucket,then shut-off water. Copper Tubing: • Slip a 1/4" nut and ferrule (provided) over both ends of the copper t...

Page 19 - Check door alignment; • During shipping or the addition of heavy door

19 STEP 15 INSTALL TOEKICK • Locate the supplied toekick (shipped taped to the side of the refrigerator). Install with 2 screwsprovided, adjust to desired height and tightenscrews. • A custom toekick can be installed to match or complement the surrounding cabinetry. Use thesupplied toekick as a temp...