GE Monogram ZIC36N LH Manual And Installation Instructions Download

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Page 1: ... optional Lexan and stainless steel panel kits Optional trim kits allow an even broader range of custom appearance options Read this bo _t carefully to accomplish the desired appearance and to insure a troub_ free instaUation This booklet contains information and illustrations to demonstrate custom possibilities Custom door and grille panel sizes vary to accommodate the kit being used Dimensions f...

Page 2: ...damaged Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or making repairs Repairs should be made by a qualified service technician II nefaat utiliser cet appareil que pour I usage pour leqael il a 6t6 constrait II faut rGparer oa remplacer immGdiatement tout cordon d alimentation 61ectrique effiloch6 ou endommag OGbrancher le rGfrigGrateur avant le nettoyage ou route intervention Les rGparations doivent _...

Page 3: ...uired whenever the refrigerator is installed into an enclosure or between pantry and oven cabinets Side panels are required whenever the sides of the refrigerator are exposed Side panel sizes vary depending on the type of installation being made To accomplishan attractive installation you must 1 Determine the need for side panels 2 Determine side panel thickness 3 Order matching side panels from t...

Page 4: ...inet Refrigerator Cabinet Refrigeratordoor Note I 2 thick side panels shown Side panels can be any thickness Add side panel thickness to outside trim width 36 to calculate the rough in dimension The leading front edge must be finished to match surrounding cabinetry 1 2 To3 4 SidePanelsLeading Edge Flush WithCabinet Framaless Cabinets Side panels 1 2 minimum thickness are required when using framel...

Page 5: ...m panel weight for fresh food door is 50pounds and 30 pounds for freezer drawer panel Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the refrigerator will beexposed Side panel sizes vary depending onthe installation 3 4 thick custom panels Without trim kits A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1 4 thick backing can be used See page 8 for panel sizes and clearances Youshould 1 Select the app...

Page 6: ...r 3 4 thick panel installations This kit must be used in combination with ZKTC36Lor ZKTC36R ZKTC36L left openingmodels ZKTC36R right openingmodels Provides for the installation of 3 4 thick custom door and grille panels This kit provides a standard handle to fit 3 4 thick panels ZFC1TrimKit For side to side installation of 2 refrigerators This kit provides a trim strip to cover the side case trim ...

Page 7: ...d The supplied toekick is vented and must remain unobstructed for proper air circulation Optional Panel Kits ZWBC36 Black Lexan Panel Kit ZWWC36 White Lexan Panel Kit ZWSC36 Stainless Steel Panel Kit Optional Custom Trim Kits ZKHCl For installation of a custom handle of your choice onto 1 4 Panels ZKTC36Lor ZKTC36R For installation of 3 4 thick custom panels ZKHTCI Forinstallation of a custom hand...

Page 8: ...he hinge side to avoid striking adjacent cabinetry and 5 16 from the top and bottom edges to allow for the trim flange For the freezer drawer allow 2 clearance at the top handle end and 5 16 clearance on both sides and the bottom edge to allow for trim flange Note ZKHTCl custom handle kit cannot be used in this configuration Custom Grille Panel 35 1 8 8 1 4 Thick Panel The grille panel frame is fa...

Page 9: ...vides for the installation of 3 4 thick custom door and grille panels using the supplied handle Cat panels to size and install 45 9 16 Fresh Food Panel Freezer Panel 35 4 4 2141 16 Custom Grille Panel 35 1 4 A 3 4 Thick Panel J Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation height Installation Height Dimension A 83 1 2 7 3 4 84 8 1 4 84 1 2 8 3 4 Important Maintain 1 1 2 min gap between top of ...

Page 10: ...d grille panels with a custom handle of your choice Order ZKHTCSS1for tubular stainless steel handles Cut panels to size rout the handle side of the panels as shown below and install Freezer Panel 35 1 4 1 4 max Rout panels to specification below on the handle side of each panel 1 13 16 1 13 16 Fresh Food Door Face Door Face Custom Grille Panel 35 1 4 A 3 4 Thick Panel Grille Panel height can vary...

Page 11: ...9 16 7 Standard 4 hightoekick ortrim to fit Height may vary dependingon application 1 2 to 3 4 Side Panels LeadingEdge Flushwith Cabinet Front The front or leadingedge mast be finished to match cabinetry 84 _24 3 4 Standard 4 hightoekick ortrim to fit Height mayvary dependingon application 112 to 3 4 Side Panels Recessedfront edge 23 5 16 q _ 84 2 5 16 Standard4 hightoekick or trim to fit Heightma...

Page 12: ...lity and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet DO NOT UNDERANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT ORREMOVETHETHIRD GROUND PRONG FROMTHEPOWERCORD Use of Adapter plug Because of potential hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug However if you still elect to use an adapter where local codes permit a TEMPORARYCONNECTION may be made to ...

Page 13: ...nough to accommo date bend leading into the water valve Shutoffthe main water supply Turn onthe nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water install a shut off valve between the icemaker water valve and cold water pipe in a basement or cabinet The shut off valve should be located where it will be easily accessible NOTE It is best to install the valve into a vertical water pipe If you inst...

Page 14: ...t end of side panel into case trim Fasten with Velcro strips provided If you choose to use 1 4 side panels they should be inserted into the case trim as illustrated Fasten the panels to the refrigerator with Velcro strips provided before setting refrigerator in place See illustration A 1 2 to 3 4 side panels are normally set into place and fastened to adiacent cabinetry or the back wall before rol...

Page 15: ...red to prevent tipping Step 5 Level Refrigerator All models have 4 point leveling The front is supported by leveling legs the rear is supported by wheels Adjust rear wheels beneath the refrigerator to iuat barely touch the 2x4 block Turn the 7 16 hex nut located above the front wheels Turn to raise or lower the refrigerator For front leveling legs use a 1 1 2 open end wrench Adjust carefully the r...

Page 16: ...ane_ If you are using 3 4 thick custom panels SKIP THIS STEP See Custom Panel Dimensions pages for panel sizes with ZKTC36Lor ZKTC36Rtrim kit and other kits Refer to trim kit installation instructions in this booklet Freshfood door panel Open door to 90 stop Remove the Phillips head screws from the aluminum trim door handle Remove handle Retain all screws Slide custom panel into the door trim Repl...

Page 17: ...4 1 2 heights Cut 1 4 thick custom panel to fit the frame 35 1 8 wide 8 deep for an 84 installation To insert customgrille panel into the frame Remove screws 2 on each top corner and L brackets on each side Slide panelinto the frame and reassemble Mount the grille panel by dropping into slots onthe case trim Forshipping purposes the top case trim is secured at 84 installation height To raise case ...

Page 18: ...cate original grille panel frame supplied with the refrigerator Remove 8 screws two on each corner and L brackets as illustrated B Select correct set of side trim pieces 2 sets provided Secure new side trim pieces to original bottom trim 12_ _Barrel_ Discard _uts r SideTrim Pieces C Remove barrel nuts from original side trim pieces 2 each side Reinstall the barrel nuts on the new side trim pieces ...

Page 19: ...ls C Freezer drawer extrusion This kit provides the necessary framework to install custom handles of your choice onto 1 4 thick custom panels Handles not included The extrusions in this kit allow the custom handles to be secured to the door structure rather than the door panels Select fresh food extrusion for your model discard other fresh food extrusion Freshfood door Open door to 90 Removethe sc...

Page 20: ...ugh the panel until it starts into the aluminum extrusion This will mark the matching location for drilling the clearance hole when assembling the handle panel and extrusion Install Freezer drawer Slide custom panel into the freezer drawer trim Temporarily secure the new handle extrusion to the drawer using at least 2 screws The handle must belocated 3 4 to 11 2 from the edge of the extrusion Dete...

Page 21: ...ill clearance holes through the panel and extrusion Assemble the door panel extrusion and custom handle Assemble the door panel extrusion and custom Install screw s long enough to pass through the handle extrusion door panel and into the handle Install screws s long enough to pass through the Slide the assembly into the door frame until the new extrusion door panel and into the handle extrusion fi...

Page 22: ...ed 2 Phillips screwdriver Drill and appropriate bits Custom door panels Patty knife Safety glasses PartsList A Top trim B Fresh Food Handle C Hinge side trim D Bottom trim E Freezer Handle E Side Trim G Side Trim H Bottom trim l Support brackets for custom panels J 4 3 8 screws for support brackets 2O K Grille support panel and screws 0 L Wood screws 6 1 2 flat head screws 30 Note if you are using...

Page 23: ... are 2 sets of 4 screws on the inside of the drawer door insert putty knife behind screw cover and snap off Retain screw covers Loosen all screws Carefully lift off entire drawer door Place door on a protected surface front side down Take care not to bend switch plate onthe bottom of the door Remove light switch plate by backing out 3 Phillips head screws Retain switch plate and screws Turn the dr...

Page 24: ...reezer Drawer 1 L 1 Step 3 Apply panel support brackets Position support bracket on the back side of the fresh food panel 14 5 16 from the hinge side Secure support bracket to panel with screws provided Position support bracket on the back side of the freezer drawer panel 14 5 16 from the right side Secure support bracket to pane with screws provided Side BackSideFreshFoodPanel 114 5 16 _ BottomEd...

Page 25: ... panel to secure the panel to the door Drill 4 starter holes through the hinge side and 4 through the bottom trim Install original screws Freezer panel Place the 3 4 thick panel onto the door with the support bracket tabs inserted into slots The sides of the panel should be flush with trim on both sides Turn door over panel side down Attach the panel to the sides and bottom by installing screws th...

Page 26: ...oses the top case trim is secured at the 84 installation height Loosen 2 screws on both sides of the case trim and raise or lower trim to meet soffit height from 83 1 2 to 84 1 2 Tighten all 4 screws Important Maintain 1 1 Z min gap between top of door and bottom of grille panel Installation Height Top Case _im Step 7 Secure 3 4 panel to grille panel support Secure the grille panel support to the ...

Page 27: ... panel Install four of the six larger undercut screw so that the top of the screws are 1 16 from the surface of the support Attach the assembled panel to the refrigerator by inserting the four protruding screws into the brackets on each side of the grille opening 27 ...

Page 28: ... Handles not included The door extrusions allow the custom handles to be secured to the door structure rather than the door panels Select fresh food handle extrusion for your model discard other fresh food extrusion Before you begin 3 4 custom door panels must be routed to accommo date these door handle extrusions Routthe panels as illustrated 1 4 deep and 1 13 16 wide onthe handle side of the fre...

Page 29: ... removed as shown in the installation instructions for the ZKTC36 kit Follow the instructions in Step 1 to remove the door Freezerdrawer Place the prepared 3 4 custom panel onthe bottom trim with support bracket tabs inserted into the trim slots The panel should beflush with trim on both sides Secure the panel to the trim temporarily by driving one screw through the back side of each side trim Tem...

Page 30: ... for the fresh food door 3 4 Min 1 1 2 Max Step 3 Assemble panel extrusion and handle Freshfood door Remove the handle extrusion the 2 temporary screws and custom panel Drill 1 16 pilot hole through extrusion Drill clearance holes through the panel and extrusion Assemble the panel extrusion and custom handle Install screw s long enough to passthrough the extrusion door panel and into the handle Fr...

Page 31: ...tom trim with support bracket tabs inserted into slots Pushthe panel back against the steel door with handle extrusion flush to handle side of the door Open door fully to stop Install original screws atthe top hinge side and handle side Freezer drawer Mount assembled door with panel onto freezer slides Install original screws along the top handle extrusion 31 ...

Page 32: ...d and freezer door handles E 6 Spacer rings for Stainless Panels ONLY 4 required 2 extra E 4 Handle standoffs G 6 Screws for mounting handle standoffs 4 required 2 extra H 6 Set screws 4 required 2 extra I 3 32 Allen wrench for set screws This kit provides for the installation of Stainless Steel handles on 1 4 thick decorator door panels The door extrusions allow these custom handles to besecured ...

Page 33: ... mark 1 4 below the top of the panel Tape the extrusion to the panel to prevent movement Center punch and drill 1 8 pilot holes through the holes in the extrusion and into the panel Turn panel over On the appearance side use 9 32 bit to enlarge clearance hole Freezer drawer Lay panel onthe pad appearance side down Slip panel into the new extrusion onthe handle end The panel should be even with bot...

Page 34: ...to end Mark each screw hole location with pencil Follow the same procedure as for fresh food door Place a handle standoff onto attachment posts along the handle Position the set screw hole onthe standoff to point to the floor Install set screws into the bottom of each standoff using the Allen wrench provided The standoff should betight against the handle Step 4 Install handles and panels See Step ...

Page 35: ...are tight against the panel Slide the assembly into the door trim until the extrusion fits firmly against the steel door Reinstall original screws into the door extrusion Freezer drawer Follow the same procedure to install spacer ring mounting screws and handle to extrusion as de scribed for fresh food panel Slide the assembly down into the door trim until the extrusion fits firmly against the ste...

Page 36: ...er drawer handle extrusion D 2 Stainless tubular handles E 4 Handle standoffs E 6 Screws for handle standoffs 4 required 2 extra G 6 Set screws 4 required 2 extra H 3 3Z Allen wrench for set screws This kit must be used in combination with ZKTC36 trim kit Note It is best that 2 people install this kit Before you begin 3 4 custom panels must be routed to accommo date these handle extrusions Routthe...

Page 37: ...to the panel to prevent movement Center punch and drill 1 8 pilot holes through the holes in the extrusion and into the panel Turn panel over Onthe appearance side use9 32 bit to enlarge clearance hole FreezerPanel Place extrusion against the handle end of the freezer drawer panel Align the extrusion evenly side to side Tapethe extrusion to the panel to prevent movement Center punch and drill 1 8 ...

Page 38: ...nel Place assembled panel onto the bottom door trim with support bracket tabs inserted into slots Push and hold the panel back against the steel door with door handle extrustion flush to the handle side of the door Reinstall original screws into the door extrusion Open the door fully to stop Instag screws atthe top and hinge side Note The freezer drawer panel should be removed as shown in the inst...

Page 39: ...rator into position Check to besure both refrigerators are level If they are not level an obvious gap can be seen between the side trims Adjust leveling legs if needed Slight gaps will be concealed with the trim strip Open both fresh food doors to access side trim The U shape trim will overlap the side case trim of both refrigerators Set the top case trim see page 17 to installation height Hold tr...

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