Sub-Zero BI-36U Design Guide

Flush Inset Panels 24
Flush Inset Panels. The flush inset application allows
decorative panels on the front of the unit to be flush with
surrounding cabinetry and is available for all built-in
overlay models. For exact panel dimensions, refer to flush
inset panel specifications on the following pages.
The flush inset design allows decorative panels to cover
the door trim for a seamless appearance that blends with
the design of the room. The most common way to
achieve this look is to work with three panels—the deco-
rative flush inset panel which is typically
3
/4" (19), a .10"
(3) spacer panel and a
1
/4" (6) backer panel. Depending
on your cabinet manufacturer, this could also be one
panel routed for different dimensions.
Regardless of the physical construction of the panels
(three-panel assembly or routed panel), you will need to
follow the flush inset panel specifications on the following
pages for exact sizing and panel placement to ensure a
proper fit.
The illustration to the right provides a rear view of the
three-panel assembly with critical dimensions, standard
for all built-in models.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The inside edges of the rough open-
ing as well as the sides and a portion of the back side of
the decorative panels will need to be finished, as they will
be exposed when the doors are open.
IMPORTANT NOTE: On glass door models, the edges of
the window cut-out will need to be finished, as they will
be exposed.
IMPORTANT NOTE: For flush inset panels thicker than
3
/4"
(19), a 90˚ door stop may be needed to avoid interference
with adjacent cabinets. Refer to the full-scale templates
at the end of this guide.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When installing two units side by side
in a flush inset application, refer to pages 32–35 for dual
flush inset installations. Be aware that rough opening
dimensions, panel sizes and offsets are different for this
application.
Flush Inset Panel Requirements
MAX WEIGHT PER PANEL
BI-36R, BI-36RG and BI-36F 75 lbs (34 kg)
All Other Flush Inset Models 50 lbs (23 kg)
Grille Panel 13 lbs (6 kg)
MIN PANEL THICKNESS
All Flush Inset Panels
5
/8" (16)
Do not exceed the flush inset decorative panel
dimensions. Exceeding dimensions could cause
damage to the panels and the Sub-Zero unit.
Three-panel assembly
1
/4" (6)
.10" (3)
FLUSH INSET
PANEL
SPACER
PANEL
BACKER
PANEL
3
/4"
(19)
typical
Flush Inset

Sub-Zero BI-36U Specifications

General

Energy Star Certified	Yes
Ice Maker	Yes
Door Style	French Door
Width	36 inches
Height	84 inches
Depth	24 inches
Lighting	LED
Product Type	Built-In Refrigerator