Design Guide with Installation Instructions 36” Built-In Bottom-Freezer Refrigerators 31-49079-1 224D3095P003 04-15 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.
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Contents Safety 2, 3 Installation Instructions Tools, Hardware, Materials 28 Grounding the Unit 28 Step 1. Remove Packaging 29 Step 2. Install Water Line 29 Step 2A. Water Line with Reverse Osmosis System 30 Step 3. Install Side Panels 30 Step 4. Install Case Trim 30 Step 5. Anti-Tip Procedure 30-32 Step 6. Alternate Anti-Tip Procedure 32 Step 7. Adjust Door Swing 33 Step 8. Install Grille Panel 33 Step 9. Install Door Panels 34 Step 10. Connect Water Supply 35 Step 11. Connect Power 35 Step 12.
Instructions for Standard Installation 5
Design Guide - Standard Installation DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES THE INSTALLATION SPACE 35-1/2" Finished Width Wall View 2-5/16" 10" 84-1/2" max Finished Opening 6" Electrical Area 24" Cutout Depth Water Supply 3-1/2" 3-1/2" 5" 5" 10" 35" Case Width *83-1/2" at Rear 75" From Floor to Bottom of Electrical Area 25-3/8" Case Depth * Shipping height. The refrigerator can be adjusted to fit into a cutout that is 84-1/2” *84" From max. height.
Design Guide - Standard Installation CUSTOMIZATION BASICS: Framed Or Overlay Panels, Custom Handles and Accessory Kits Optional Accessory Kits • ZKHCSS2: Monogram Tubular Stainless Steel handles designed to fit 3/4” overlay panels. This kit also includes a handle side trim for custom handles. • ZKHPSS1: Professional Tubular Stainless Steel Handle designed to fit 3/4” overlay panels. Kit includes one handle. Order 2 kits for bottom-freezer refrigerators from your Monogram supplier.
Design Guide - Standard Installation 1/4” FRAMED PANEL DIMENSIONS 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, drawer and grille. 5/16" Trim Reveal Door 1/4" Panel If the custom panel is less than 1/4” thick and if 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. IMPORTANT NOTE: Maximum total panel weight: • Fresh food door panel – 58 lbs.
Design Guide - Standard Installation SIDE PANELS ZUG2 GRILLE PANEL DIMENSIONS 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 allow clearance for corner keys in the front side trim.
Design Guide - Standard Installation Refrigerator 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.
Installation Instructions - Standard Installation TOOLS REQUIRED MATERIALS REQUIRED • Tinsnips to cut banding • Stepladder • Bucket • Level • Appliance Hand Truck • Tubing cutter • 7/16” open-end wrench • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Drill and appropriate bits • 5/16”, 7/16” socket • Safety glasses • 1-1/4” open end wrench • Pliers • 1/4” ratchet • 35” long 2x4 for Anti-Tip support • 1/4” copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits • Water shut-off valve • Custom panels for fresh f
Installation Instructions - Standard Installation STEP 1 REMOVE PACKAGING WARNING • The unit is secured to the skid with 4 slotted tie-down straps. Remove the six 7/16” bolts from the base channels in the tie-downs. Remove 5 base channel • Remove the six 7/16” bolts bolts on each securing the straps to the skid. side NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ROLL UNIT OFF SKID.
Installation Instructions - Standard Installation STEP 4 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE STEP 2A WATER LINE INSTALLATION WITH A REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM WARNING Skip this step when not using an RO System 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 - Standard Installation STEP 4 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE (CONT) • Hold the metal channel flat against the plastic straps and slide the channel through the hole. • Gently pull back at the ends of the plastic straps to make the channel rest flush behind the wall. • Locate at least 2 studs on the back wall. Mark these points on the horizontal line. • Place the bottom of the wall bracket with tabs on the horizontal line.
Installation Instructions - Standard Installation STEP 5 LEVEL REFRIGERATOR (Cont) STEP 4 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE (Cont) CONNECT POWER CORD: ATTENTION • Before pushing the refrigerator into the opening, plug the power cord into the receptacle. Open the grille panel and reach into the opening at the back to grasp the power cord. Pull the power cord into the opening as you push the refrigerator back. • Gently push refrigerator into the opening with hands against front corners.
Installation Instructions - Standard Installation STEP 8 ADJUST DOOR SWING STEP 7 ALTERNATE ANTI-TIP PROCEDURE 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 is available for standard installation only. If used for flush installation, damage will occur to wood panels. Skip this step if door opening is satisfactory for your installation situation.
Installation Instructions - Standard Installation STEP 9 INSTALL GRILLE PANEL • Raise the access panel to the stop position. • Loosen the screws on the side trim behind the frame. Remove the bottom trim. • Slide the panel over the metal baker panel and into the trim. • If necessary, tap with a wood block until the panel slips under the top trim piece. • Reassemble the bottom trim. Tighten the screws. • Adjust the hinge spring to accommodate the panel weight, if necessary. Right hand models shown.
Installation Instructions - Standard Installation Right hand models shown. Use the same instructions for left hand models. STEP 10A INSTALL OVERLAY PANELS Use Front Hol to Secure Hand Use Rear Holes to Secure Trim Supplied handle shown in the overlay panel position. Install door and drawer panels: • Open door to 90°. Remove the 4 Phillips head screws from the door handle. • Remove handle. Retain all screws. • Remove 4 screws holding trim, lift off trim. Retain screws.
Installation Instructions - Standard Installation STEP 12 CONNECT POWER STEP 11 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY • Check to be sure the power cord is plugged into the receptacle. House Water Supply • Check to make sure power to refrigerator is on by opening refrigerator door to see if interior lights are on. • The temperature controls are preset at 37°F for the fresh food section and 0°F for the freezer. • Allow 24 hours to stabilize before making adjustments.
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Design Guide - Flush Installation DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES THE INSTALLATION SPACE 39" Finished Width 4-5/16" 85" Finished Opening 6" Electrical 10" Area 26-3/16" Cutout Depth Water Supply 3-1/2" 3-1/2" 7" 7" 35" Case Width 25-3/8" Framed Models Wall View *84" From Floor to Top Frame *83-1/2" at Rear 75-1/2" From Floor to Bottom of Electrical Area * Shipping height. The refrigerator can be adjusted to fit into a cutout that is 85” max. height.
Design Guide - Flush Installation 1/2” OVERLAY PANEL 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: • Center the spacer panel on the backer panel, left to right and top to bottom. Secure the panels with glue.
Design Guide - Flush Installation 3/4” DECORATIVE PANEL DIMENSIONS CUSTOMIZATION BASICS: Framed Or Overlay Panels, Custom Handles and Accessory Kits For a more custom appearance, overlay panels may be installed to give a flush appearance with surrounding cabinets. The overlay panel must be 3/4” thick. Panel attaches to included brackets to provide mounting to the appliance door. These refrigerators are designed to be customized with decorative panels.
Design Guide - Flush Installation 3/4” RAISED FRESH FOOD DOOR PANEL ROUTING For 3/4” raised door panel, routing is required. The router depth is 1/4” all the way around the panel back. Additional panel width reductions are required per the diagrams below. This will create a “picture frame” routing that will slide onto the attached door trim. TOP DETAIL TOP NOTE: Routed areas should be finished as they may be visible when assembled.
Design Guide - Flush Installation 3/4” RAISED FREEZER DRAWER PANEL ROUTING For 3/4” raised door panel, routing is required. The router depth is 1/4” all the way around the panel back. Additional panel width reductions are required per the diagrams below. This will create a “picture frame” routing that will slide onto the attached door trim. TOP DETAIL TOP NOTE: Routed areas should be finished as they may be visible when assembled.
Design Guide - Flush Installation 3/4” RAISED GRILLE PANEL ROUTING For 3/4” raised grille panel, routing is required. The router depth is 1/4” all the way around the panel back. Additional panel width reductions are required per the diagrams below. This will create a “picture frame” routing that will slide onto the attached grille trim. DETAIL TOP TOP ROUTER DEPTH 1/4” 1-11/16” NOTE: Routed areas should be finished as they may be visible when assembled.
Design Guide - Flush Installation INSTALLATION SIDE PANELS ZUG2 Unified Grille Panel Kit • If you are installing two units, side by side, the installation space must be 75” wide. Note: Additional cutout width may be required when side panels are used. Add side panel thickness to the finished cutout to calculate rough-in width. • The water and electrical locations for each product must be located as shown. • A separate 115V, 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power supply is recommended for each product.
Installation Instructions - Flush Installation TOOLS REQUIRED MATERIALS REQUIRED • Tinsnips to cut banding • Stepladder • Bucket • Level • Appliance Hand Truck • Tubing cutter • 7/16” open-end wrench • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Drill and appropriate bits • 5/16”, 7/16” socket • Safety glasses • 1-1/4” open end wrench • Pliers • 1/4” ratchet • 35” long 2x4 for Anti-Tip support • 1/4” copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits • Water shut-off valve • Custom panels for fresh food
Installation Instructions - Flush Installation STEP 1 REMOVE PACKAGING WARNING • The unit is secured to the skid with 4 slotted tie-down straps. Remove the six 7/16” bolts from the base channels in the tie-downs. Remove 5 base channel • Remove the six 7/16” bolts bolts on each securing the straps to the skid. side NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ROLL UNIT OFF SKID.
Installation Instructions - Flush Installation STEP 5 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE STEP 2A WATER LINE INSTALLATION WITH A REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM WARNING Skip this step when not using an RO System 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 - Flush Installation STEP 5 INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKET (cont.) • Gently pull back at the ends of the plastic straps to make the channel rest flush behind the wall. • Hold the ends of the straps in one hand and slide the plastic cap along the straps until the flange of the cap is flush with the wall. • Locate at least 2 studs on the back wall. Mark these points on the horizontal line. • Place the bottom of the wall bracket with tabs on the horizontal line.
Installation Instructions - Flush Installation STEP 5 INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKET (cont.) Power Cord Locate the power cord inside the left cavity. If it has not been adjusted so the plug is easily accessible, do so now. Remove Grilles for Access to Anti-Tip Locking Hooks Fresh Food Unit • Open the access door. • Remove the 4 screws from the grille. • Pull the bottom of the grille forward, down and out to remove. Freezer Unit • Open the access door. • Remove the 4 screws from the grille.
Installation Instructions - Flush Installation STEP 7 ADJUST DOOR SWING STEP 8 INSTALL GRILLE PANEL 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. Skip this step if door opening is satisfactory for your installation situation. • Lift the grille panel to access the wire cover trim. • Remove screws on both sides of the wire cover trim and rotate off.
Installation Instructions - Flush Installation STEP 9 INSTALL DOOR PANELS Install door panel: • Open door to 90°. Remove the 4 Phillips head screws from the door handle. • Remove the handle. Retain all screws. • Remove the 4 screws holding the trim, then lift off the trim. Retain the screws. Custom Handles • Custom handles must be used for flush installation. The handle must be properly secured to the overlay panel before sliding the panel into the trim.
Installation Instructions - Flush Installation STEP 11 CONNECT POWER STEP 10 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY • Check to be sure the power cord is plugged into the receptacle. House Water Supply Refrigerator Water Supply • Check to make sure power to refrigerator is on by opening refrigerator door to see if interior lights are on. • The temperature controls are preset at 37°F for the fresh food section and 0°F for the freezer. • Allow 24 hours to stabilize before making adjustments.
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Design Guide - Stainless Steel Installation DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES THE INSTALLATION SPACE 35" Case Width 35-1/2" Finished Width Wall View 2-5/16" 10" 84-1/2" max Finished Opening Water Supply 3-1/2" 3-1/2" 5" 5" 10" * Shipping height. The refrigerator can be adjusted to fit into a *84" From cutout that is 84-1/2” *83-1/2" Floor to max. height. Note that at Top Frame the top case trim at Rear the front is 1/2” higher and will overlap upper cabinetry or soffit.
Design Guide - Stainless Steel Installation CUSTOMIZATION BASICS: Framed Or Overlay Panels, Custom Handles and Accessory Kits OPTIONAL ACCESSORY KITS • ZUGPP2: For side-by-side installation of two professionalstyle bottom-freezer refrigerators. This kit provides a unified stainless steel grille panel to span the width of two units. • ZUGSS2: For side-by-side installation of two stainless steel wrapped bottom-freezer refrigerators.
Design Guide - Stainless Steel Installation Refrigerator 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.
Installation Instructions - Stainless Steel Installation TOOLS REQUIRED MATERIALS REQUIRED • Tinsnips to cut banding • Stepladder • Bucket • Level • Appliance Hand Truck • Tubing cutter • 7/16” open-end wrench • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Drill and appropriate bits • 5/16”, 7/16” socket • Safety glasses • 1-1/4” open end wrench • Pliers • 1/4” ratchet • 35” long 2x4 for Anti-Tip support • 1/4” copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits • Water shut-off valve • Custom panels for
Installation Instructions - Stainless Steel Installation STEP 1 REMOVE PACKAGING WARNING • The unit is secured to the skid with 4 slotted tie-down straps. Remove the six 7/16” bolts from the base channels in the tie-downs. Remove 5 base channel • Remove the six 7/16” bolts bolts on each securing the straps to the skid. side NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ROLL UNIT OFF SKID.
Installation Instructions - Stainless Steel Installation STEP 4 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE STEP 2A WATER LINE INSTALLATION WITH A REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM WARNING Skip this step when not using an RO System 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 - Stainless Steel Installation STEP 4 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE (CONT) • Hold the metal channel flat against the plastic straps and slide the channel through the hole. • Place the bottom of the wall bracket with tabs on the horizontal line. Align the center notch on the bracket with the center line on the wall. Plastic Straps Metal Channel • Gently pull back at the ends of the plastic straps to make the channel rest flush behind the wall.
Installation Instructions - Stainless Steel Installation STEP 4 ANIT-TIP PROCEDURE (CONT) Connect Power Cord: STEP 6 SECURE UNIT TO WALL • The “L” rod can be found in the upper left corner of the unit in the access compartment. Look through the access compartment to make sure the rod lines up with the anti-tip bracket. • There are 2 washers and a hair pin cotter with the rod. Remove the washers and hair pin cotter from the end of the rod.
Installation Instructions - Stainless Steel Installation STEP 8 ADJUST DOOR SWING STEP 7 ALTERNATE ANTI-TIP PROCEDURE 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 is available for standard installation only. If used for flush installation, damage will occur to wood panels. Skip this step if door opening is satisfactory for your installation situation.
Installation Instructions - Stainless Steel Installation STEP 10 CONNECT POWER STEP 9 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY • Check to be sure the power cord is plugged into the receptacle. House Water Supply Refrigerator Water Supply • Check to make sure power to refrigerator is on by opening refrigerator door to see if interior lights are on. • The temperature controls are preset at 37°F for the fresh food section and 0°F for the freezer. • Allow 24 hours to stabilize before making adjustments.
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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. GE Appliances Pub. No. 31-49079-1 Part No. 224D3095P003 04-15 GE Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 GEAppliances.
