Built-In Refrigeration Design Guide
Contents 3 Built-In Refrigeration 4 Design Options 6 Specifications 17 Custom Panels 32 Full-Scale Templates Features and specifications are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit subzero.com/specs for the most up-to-date information. IMPORTANT NOTE: Throughout this guide, dimensions may vary by ± 1/8" (3). Dimensions in parentheses are millimeters unless otherwise specified.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Built-In Refrigeration • Energy efficient; many models are ENERGY STAR® qualified. For the built-in line, Sub-Zero designers and engineers took a fresh look at everything, inside and out. Exterior refinements include redesigned grilles and lower-profile hinges. Inside, new technology in food preservation makes the builtin line nothing short of revolutionary. • Advanced water filtration and air purification systems.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Built-In Design Options FRAMED OVERLAY For the classic Sub-Zero look, choose framed custom door panels that contrast with the stainless steel full-length handles and louvered grille (shown). The framed application is an overlay model with framed design features. Panel, grille and handle options are available. Custom overlay door panels can be combined with unique handle hardware for design flexibility. Shown with pro handle option to complement Wolf ranges.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Built-In Design Options FLUSH INSET STAINLESS STEEL The flush inset design option allows for flush door and grille panels and custom handle hardware. Shown with tubular handle option to match Wolf built-in ovens. The flush inset application is an overlay model with flush inset panels. Customize with panel, grille and handle options. For a professional look, classic stainless steel models require no customization.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Overall Dimensions ALL REFRIGERATOR / ALL FREEZER 26 3/16" (665) 36" (914) 84" (2134) 73 3/4" (1873) HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ± 1/2" (13) 4" (102) 23 7/8" (606) 14 1/8" (359) 37 1/4" (946) 2 3/8" (60) Models BI-36R, BI-36RG and BI-36F. 6 | Sub-Zero Customer Care 800.222.7820 23 7/8" (606) Overall dimensions are based on stainless steel models. For flush inset applications, add 1/2" (13) to door clearance dimensions.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Overall Dimensions OVER-AND-UNDER 26 3/16" (665) 30" (762) 26 3/16" (665) 36" (914) 84" 84" (2134) (2134) 50 3/4" 50 3/4" (1289) (1289) 23" 23" (584) (584) HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ± 1/2" (13) 4" (102) HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ± 1/2" (13) 23 7/8" (606) (606) (606) 14 1/8" 12 1/8" (308) (600) 23 7/8" (606) 23 7/8" 23 7/8" 23 5/8" 4" (102) (359) 311/4" (796) 23 5/8" (600) 37 1/4" (946) 2 3/8" (60) 2 3/8" (60) Models BI-30U and BI-30UG. Models BI-36U and BI-36UG.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Overall Dimensions OVER-AND-UNDER 26 3/16" (665) 36" (914) 26 3/16" (665) 42" (1067) 84" 84" (2134) (2134) 50 3/4" 50 3/4" (1289) (1289) 23" 23" (584) HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ± 1/2" (13) (584) 4" (102) HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ± 1/2" (13) 23 7/8" (606) 23 7/8" 4" (102) 23 7/8" (606) (606) 8" 9" (203) (229) 23 5/8" 191/2" 23 5/8" (495) (600) (600) 221/4" (565) 2 3/8" (60) Model BI-36UFD. 8 | Sub-Zero Customer Care 800.222.7820 2 3/8" (60) Model BI-42UFD.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Overall Dimensions SIDE-BY-SIDE 26 3/16" (665) 36" (914) 84" 84" (2134) (2134) 73 3/4" 73 3/4" (1873) (1873) HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ± 1/2" (13) 26 3/16" (665) 42" (1067) 4" (102) HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ± 1/2" (13) 23 7/8" (606) 4" (102) 23 7/8" 23 7/8" (606) (606) 7 1/4" (184) 7 1/2" (191) 8 3/4" (222) 23 7/8" (606) 10 3/8" (264) 26 1/4" 221/4" (668) (565) 2 3/8" (60) 2 3/8" (60) Model BI-36S. Model BI-42S, BI-42SID and BI-42SD. subzero.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Overall Dimensions SIDE-BY-SIDE 26 3/16" (665) 48" (1219) 84" (2134) 73 3/4" (1873) HEIGHT DIMENSIONS ± 1/2" (13) 4" (102) 23 7/8" (606) 8 3/8" (213) 11 5/8" (295) 30" (762) 2 3/8" (60) Model BI-48S, BI-48SID and BI-48SD. 10 | Sub-Zero Customer Care 800.222.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Specifications BUILT-IN MODELS INTERIOR CAPACITY ALL REFRIGERATOR / ALL FREEZER BI-36R BI-36RG BI-36F OVER-AND-UNDER BI-30U BI-30UG BI-36U BI-36UG BI-36UFD BI-42UFD SIDE-BY-SIDE BI-36S BI-42S BI-42SID BI-42SD BI-48S BI-48SID BI-48SD SHIPPING WEIGHT R CU FT (L) F CU FT (L) 23.5 (665) 23.4 (663) 22.7 (643) R CU FT (L) F CU FT (L) 13.2 (374) 13.1 (371) 16.4 (464) 16.3 (462) 15.7 (445) 18.3 (518) 4.2 (119) 4.2 (119) 5.3 (150) 5.3 (150) 5.3 (150) 6.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Opening Dimensions STANDARD INSTALLATION 24" (610) OPENING DEPTH TOP VIEW 83 3/4" (2127) OPENING HEIGHT SIDE VIEW W OPENING WIDTH FRONT VIEW NOTE: Shaded line represents profile of unit. OPENING WIDTH MODEL BI-36R, BI-36RG, BI-36F BI-30U, BI-30UG BI-36U, BI-36UG, BI-36UFD, BI-36S BI-42UFD, BI-42S, BI-42SID, BI-42SD BI-48S, BI-48SID, BI-48SD 12 | Sub-Zero Customer Care 800.222.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Opening Dimensions FLUSH INSET INSTALLATION 26 3/16" (665) FLUSH INSET DEPTH 2 3/16" (56) FINISHED CLEATS* TOP VIEW 11/4" 1/4" (6) (32) 84" (2134) FLUSH INSET HEIGHT W FLUSH INSET WIDTH 11/4" (32) 4" (102) 3" (76)* TYPICAL SIDE VIEW 2 3/16" (56) FRONT VIEW *3" (76) typical depth. Shaded areas will be visible and should be finished to match cabinetry. NOTE: Shaded line represents profile of unit with 3/4" (19) panel. Dimensions assume a 3/4" (19) panel thickness.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Opening Dimensions DUAL STANDARD INSTALLATION 24" (610) OPENING DEPTH TOP VIEW W 83 3/4" (2127) OPENING HEIGHT SIDE VIEW OPENING WIDTH FRONT VIEW NOTE: Shaded line represents profile of unit. A dual installation kit will be required for this installation. OPENING WIDTH MODELS Two 30" Models 30" Model and 36" Model Two 36" Models 14 | Sub-Zero Customer Care 800.222.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Opening Dimensions DUAL FLUSH INSET INSTALLATION 26 3/16" (665) FLUSH INSET DEPTH 2 3/16" (56) FINISHED CLEATS* TOP VIEW 11/4" 1/4" (6) (32) W 84" (2134) FLUSH INSET HEIGHT FLUSH INSET WIDTH 11/4" (32) 4" (102) 3" (76)* TYPICAL SIDE VIEW 2 3/16" (56) FRONT VIEW *3" (76) typical depth. Shaded areas will be visible and should be finished to match cabinetry. NOTE: Shaded line represents profile of unit with 3/4" (19) panel.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Electrical Plumbing The electrical supply should be located within the shaded area shown in the illustration below. A separate circuit, servicing only this appliance is required. A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is not recommended and may cause interruption of operation. The water supply line should be located within the shaded area shown in the illustration below. The water supply line should be connected to the house supply with an easily accessible shut-off valve.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Custom Panels For framed, overlay and flush inset applications, custom door panels must be provided. Handle hardware must also be provided for overlay and flush inset applications. Refer to panel requirements below and the charts on pages 20–25 for custom panel dimensions for your specific design application. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not cover a glass door with a solid panel. Finish all sides of the custom panels.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Custom Panels PARTIAL FRAMED OPTION PANEL MOUNTING KIT The partial framed kit includes a stainless steel panel for above and below the external dispenser. Refer to the chart below for panel width. The kit is available through an authorized Sub-Zero dealer. For local dealer information, visit the find a showroom section of our website, subzero.com.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Custom Panels FLUSH INSET PANELS ICE AND WATER DISPENSER The flush inset application is an overlay model with flush inset panels. It is not a separate model. For models BI-42SD and BI‑48SD, the refrigerator door panel must include a cut-out to accommodate the external dispenser. The thickness of the panel in this area can range from 1/4" (6) to a maximum of 1 1/8" (29). Refer to the illustrations below.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Framed Panel Dimensions H H H H H H H A A H H H H AH A A A A H H H H H H H H A A H AH AH H A AH A H H H H AH A A A A A A H H B B W W W W W H H H Door Panel GRILLE (OPTIONAL) Grille Panel H H BI-36RG H H H H H 35 3/4" (908) 69 9/16" (1767) Door Panel W H H H H HH 8 15/16" (227) FREEZER 35 3/4" (908) B B B A A 10 5/16" (262) W W W W W W FREEZER Drawer Panel GRILLE (OPTIONAL) Grille Panel H H H W W W WWWW W W W A A A H H H H H H H H H H BI-30UG
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION WW AA HH WW HH HH BB WW WW WW WW WW Framed Panel Dimensions HH HH HH HH AA BB WW WW BI-36S / BI-42S / BI-42SID BI-48S / BI-48SID WW WW BI-42SD / BI-48SD MODEL BI-36S MODEL BI-48S, BI-48SID, BI-48SD REFRIGERATOR Door Panel W H 19 13/16" (503) 69 9/16" (1767) FREEZER Door Panel W H 15 7/16" (392) 69 9/16" (1767) GRILLE (OPTIONAL) Grille Panel W H 35 3/4" (908) 8 15/16" (227) REFRIGERATOR Door Panel FREEZER Door Panel GRILLE (OPTIONAL) Grille
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Overlay Panel Dimensions H H H H H H H A A H H H H AH A A A A H H H H H H H H A A H AH AH H A AH A H H H H AH A A A A A A H H B B W W W W W Overlay Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel H H H H H GRILLE Overlay Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel BI-36RG Stiles / Rails W W W W W W W W W W H H H H H Overlay Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel FREEZER Overlay Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel GRILLE Overlay Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel H 36" (914) 35 1/8" (892) 35 3/4" (9
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION WW AA HH WW HH HH BB WW WW WW WW WW Overlay Panel Dimensions HH MODEL BI-42S, BI-42SID, BI-42SD HH REFRIGERATOR Overlay Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel HH HH Overlay Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel BB WW BI-36S / BI-42S / BI-42SID BI-48S / BI-48SID WW H 69 3/4" (1772) 68 15/16" (1751) 69 9/16" (1767) FREEZER AA WW W 25 1/16" (637) 24 3/16" (614) 24 13/16" (630) W H 16 11/16" (424) 15 13/16" (402) 16 7/16" (418) 69 3/4" (1772) 68 15/16" (1751) 69 9/16" (1
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Flush Inset Panel Dimensions H H H H H H H A A H H H H AH A A A A H H H H H H H H B A H AH AH H A AH A H H H H AH A A A A B A H H B B W W W W W Flush Inset Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel H H H H H GRILLE Flush Inset Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel BI-36RG Stiles / Rails W W W W W W W W W W H H H H H Flush Inset Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel FREEZER Flush Inset Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel GRILLE Flush Inset Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel BI-30UG Stile
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION WW AA HH WW HH HH BB WW WW WW WW WW Flush Inset Panel Dimensions HH MODEL BI-42S, BI-42SID, BI-42SD HH REFRIGERATOR Flush Inset Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel HH HH Flush Inset Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel BB WW BI-36S / BI-42S / BI-42SID BI-48S / BI-48SID WW H 69 3/4" (1772) 68 15/16" (1751) 69 9/16" (1767) FREEZER AA WW W 25 9/16" (649) 24 3/16" (614) 24 13/16" (630) W H 17 3/16" (437) 15 13/16" (402) 16 7/16" (418) 69 3/4" (1772) 68 15/16" (1751)
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION TOP VIEW TOP VIEW BACKER CABINETRY SPACER BACKER SPACER CABINETRY TOP VIEW PANEL OFFSETS 5/16" (8) BACKER SPACER DOOR / DRAWER / GRILLE FLUSH INSET PANEL OVER-AND-UNDER ILLUS Door / Drawer / Grille Sides Grille Top Grille Bottom / Door Top Door Bottom / Drawer Top Drawer Bottom SIDE-BY-SIDE Doors (hinge) / Grille Sides Doors (handle) Sides Grille Top Grille Bottom / Door Top Door Bottom 1/2" (13) CABINETRY 5/8" (16) 5/8" (16) 5/16" (8) 1/2" (13) CABINETRY 1/2" (13
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Dual Installation If two units are installed side by side, a dual installation kit may be required. Installations without a custom filler strip require a dual installation kit. If a dual installation kit is not specified, a 2" (51) filler strip is recommended between units. A custom filler strip is required when installing two French door or side-by-side models. Dual installations without a filler strip can only be accomplished using two units with opposite hinges.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Dual Flush Inset Panel Dimensions H H H H H H H H H H H H A AH AH A A A H H H H A A A A H H A AH H H H A AH AH A A A H H H H H H W W W W BI-36R / BI-36F B B W W W W W W W W BI-36RG W H 36 1/2" (927) 35 1/8" (892) H 35 3/4H" (908) 69 3/4" (1772) 68 15/16" (1751) H 9H 69 /16" (1767) GRILLE W 36 1/2" (927) A A 35 1/8" (892) 3 B B 35 /4" (908) Flush Inset Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel BI-36RG Stiles / Rails W W W W W W A B 5 3/4" (146) 10 3/8" (
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION TOP VIEW TOP VIEW BACKER CABINETRY SPACER BACKER SPACER CABINETRY TOP VIEW DUAL FLUSH INSET PANEL OFFSETS BACKER 5/8"CABINETRY (16) SPACER ALL REFRIGERATOR / ALL FREEZER ILLUS Door (hinge) / Grille Sides Door (handle) Sides Grille Top Grille Bottom / Door Top Door Bottom A B C CABINETRY D F OVER-AND-UNDER ILLUS A B CABINETRY C D E F GRILLE GRILLE 1/2" (13) TOP VIEW 5/CABINETRY 8" (16) 5/16" (8) 1/2" (13) BACKER 1/2" (13) CABINETRY 5/8" (16) 5/16" (8) CABINE
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Dual Installation DUAL WIDE GRILLE DUAL WIDE GRILLE—FLUSH INSET A dual wide grille spans the entire width of both units in a dual installation and is a part of a dual installation kit. TWO 30" MODELS W H Flush Inset Panel Spacer Panel Backer Panel 61 1/4" (1556) 59 3/8" (1508) 60" (1524) 9 1/4" (235) 8 5/16" (211) 8 15/16" (227) For overlay and flush inset panel dimensions for the dual wide grille, refer to the charts below.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Side Panel Handle Hardware The custom side panels must be a minimum of 24" (610) deep and 1/2" (13) thick. Routing will be necessary for the side panel to fit flush against the side of the unit. Refer to the illustrations below. Optional stainless steel tubular and pro handles are avail able through an authorized Sub-Zero dealer. For local dealer information, visit the find a showroom section of our website, subzero.com.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Framed Panels FULL-SCALE TEMPLATE OPTIONAL EXTENDED FULL-LENGTH HANDLE STANDARD FULL-LENGTH HANDLE 2" 1" (51) (25) 3" (76) 11/4" (32) PANEL 1" (25) PANEL 3/4" (19) PANEL 1/2" (13) PANEL 1/4" (6) FRAMED PANEL DOOR Framed panel thickness. 32 | Sub-Zero Customer Care 800.222.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Overlay and Flush Inset Panels FULL-SCALE TEMPLATE Overlay and flush inset panels must be a minimum of 5/8" (16) thick to support mounting the handle. Panel thickness does not include backer and spacer panel. Mount handle close to the opening edge of the door. DEPTH OF TUBULAR AND PRO HANDLES 1" 2" (25) (51) 3" (76) 11/4" (32) PANEL 1" (25) PANEL 3/4" (19) PANEL .10" (3) SPACER PANEL 1/4" (6) BACKER PANEL DOOR Overlay and flush inset panel thickness. subzero.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Overlay Application FULL-SCALE TEMPLATE 237/8" (606) TO REAR OF UNIT OVERALL WIDTH OF UNIT 0" (0) 1/4" (6) 1/2" (13) 3/4" (19) 1" (25) 11/4" (32) 11/2" (38) 13/4" (44) 2" (51) 21/4" (57) 21/2" (63) 23/4" (70) 3" (76) 31/4" (83) 31/2" (89) 1" (25) THICK PANEL 3/4" (19) THICK OVERLAY PANEL (TYPICAL) 1/4" (6) BACKER PANEL 0" 1" (25) SCALE 90° door opening (top view). 34 | Sub-Zero Customer Care 800.222.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Flush Inset Application FULL-SCALE TEMPLATE 24" (610) TO BACK WALL For panels thicker than 3/4" (19), a 90° door stop may be required to prevent interference with adjacent cabinets. 1 1/4" (32) 2 3/16" (56) ASSUMES 3/4" (19) FLUSH INSET PANEL THICKNESS 1" (25) THICK PANEL 3/4" (19) THICK FLUSH INSET PANEL (TYPICAL) 1/4" (6) BACKER PANEL 0" 1" (25) SCALE 110° door opening (top view). subzero.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION FILLER STRIP 11/4" (32) APPROX PROFILE OF STAINLESS STEEL WRAPPED DOOR AND HANDLE Dual Standard Installation FULL-SCALE TEMPLATE Typical framed, overlay or stainless steel dual installation with filler strip at maximum 110° door opening. Panel thickness may require a 90° door stop. 0" 1" (25) SCALE Dual standard installation (top view). 36 | Sub-Zero Customer Care 800.222.
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION FILLER STRIP 1 1/2" (38) 1/2" (13) PROFILE OF 3/4" (19) FLUSH INSET PANEL AND TUBULAR HANDLE Dual Flush Inset Installation DOOR CLOSED DOOR OPEN 110° FULL-SCALE TEMPLATE Typical flush inset dual installation with filler strip at maximum 110° door opening. Panel thickness may require a 90° door stop. 0" 1" (25) SCALE Dual flush inset installation (top view). subzero.
Sub-Zero Residential Limited Warranty FOR RESIDENTIAL USE FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY* For two years from the date of original installation, this Sub-Zero product warranty covers all parts and labor to repair or replace, under normal residential use, any part of the product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. All service provided by Sub-Zero under the above warranty must be performed by Sub-Zero factory certified service, unless otherwise specified by Sub-Zero, Inc.
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