Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
, Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature
will go below 60°F (16°C)because it will not run often
enough to maintain proper temperatures.
, Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature
will go above IO0°F (37°C)because it will not perform
properly.
, Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully
loaded.
CLEARANCES
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections.
Standard Depth
Models
Sides 1/8" (3mm)
Top 1" (25 mm)
Back 1" (25 mm)
REMOVETOPCAP(onsome models)
, IMPORTANTNOTE: This refrigerator is 34-1/2" deep.
Doors and passageways leading to the installation
location must be at least 36" wide in order to leave
the doors and handles attached to the refrigerator
while transporting it into the installation location.
If passageways are less than 36", the refrigerator
doors and handles can easily be scratched and
damaged. The top cap and doors can be removed
to allow the refrigerator to be safely moved indoors.
Start with Step A.
, If it is not necessary to remove doors, skip Step A.
Leave tape and all packaging on doors until the
refrigerator is in the final location.
, SKIDREMOVAL:Tilt refrigerator to each side to
remove skid.
, NOTE:Use a padded hand truck to move this
refrigerator. Place the refrigerator on the hand truck
with a side against the truck. We strongly recommend
that TWO PEOPLEmove and complete this installation.
r_ Locate and remove the two Phillips head screws on
the top of the refrigerator. Remove the two screws
on each side at the rear of the top cap. Lift off and
remove top cap.
r_ Removethe fresh-food door. Referto Steps 1
through 3 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section.
[_ Removethe bottom freezer drawer. Referto
"Removing Freezer Drawer" section.
FD-1Move refrigerator to the installation location.
REMOVETOPCAP(cont.) (onsome models)
REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP
r_ Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge.
Reinstalltop hinge. NOTE: Ensurethe door isproperly
aligned to the case top to avoid readjustment of the
door during top cap reinstallation.
r_ Placecap over the top of the refrigerator. Reinstall
the original screws in the top and back of the cap.
[] Reinstallthe bottom freezer drawer. Referto
"Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section.
A
Top Hinge B
[{1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR
TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE
(icemaker and dispenser models)
A cold water supply is required for automatic
icemaker operation. If there is not a cold water
supply, you will need to provide one. See/nstalling
the Water Linesection.
NOTES:
, Before making the connection to the refrigerator,
be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged
into the wall outlet.
, Ifyour refrigerator does not have a water filter, we
recommend installing one if your water supply has
sand or particles that could clog the screen of the
refrigerator's water valve, Install it in the water line
near the refrigerator, If using GESmartConnecC
Refrigerator Tubing Kit,you will need an additional
tube (WXO8X10002)to connect the filter, Do not cut
plastic tube to install filter,
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