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GE Monogram ZIS42N, Custom Options Manual And Installation Instructions

The GE Monogram ZIS42N refrigerator offers a plethora of customizable options to suit your unique needs. With the comprehensive Custom Options Manual and Installation Instructions, you can effortlessly personalize this appliance. Download the manual for free at manualshive.com, empowering you to make the most of this exceptional product.

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Step 3
Assemble panel,
extrusion and
handle

Extrusion

3/4" Min.
1-1/2" Max.

Handle

Decorator
Door Panel

ZKH1 Trim Kit (For 1/4" Panels)

Support for Custom Handles

Option 1 Installation

• Remove the door extrusions and door panels.
• Drill 1/16" pilot hole through extrusion.
• Drill clearance holes through the panel and extrusion.
• Assemble the door panel, extrusion and custom

handle.

• Install screw(s) long enough to pass through the

extrusion, door panel and into the handle.

• Slide the assembly into the door frame until the new

extrusion fits firmly against the steel door.

• Re-install original screws into the door extrusion.

23

Door Handle 

Screw

Decorator
Door
Panel

ZKH1

INSTALLATION

Summary of Contents for Monogram ZIS42N

Page 1: ...te 1 4 thick custom panels or optional Lexan and Stainless Steel panel kits Optional trim kits allow an even broader range of custom appearance options Read this booklet carefully to accomplish the desired appearance and to insure a trouble free installation This booklet contains information and illustrations to demonstrate custom possibilities Custom door and grille panel sizes vary to accommodat...

Page 2: ...n At End of Run 4 Frameless Cabinets 4 Accessory Panel Kits 4 Advance Planning Exterior Appearance Options 5 Appearance Examples Trim Kit Descriptions 5 Custom Panel Dimensions ZIS42N 6 9 ZISW36D ZISB36D 10 13 Side Panel or Filler Options 14 Installation Instructions 15 20 Trim Kits ZKH1 Trim Kit Installation Instructions Custom Handles with 1 4 Thick Panels 21 25 ZG2 Trim Kit Installation Instruc...

Page 3: ...gerators can be installed flush with typical 24 3 4 deep cabinetry When installed semi flush the case trim will conceal slight gaps around the enclosure The refrigerator will project forward approximately 3 4 beyond the front face of surrounding cabinetry In any installation situation a wide range of appear ance options can be accomplished through the use of one or more trim kits See trim kit desc...

Page 4: ... can be inserted into the case trim making the rough in the same as the outside trim width 42 1 4 Side Panels Insert end of side panel into trim Installation Examples Therefore the rough in dimensions must allow for side panel thickness In both a flush and semi flush installation the finished dimension the width of the opening after side panels are installed must accommodate the full width of the ...

Page 5: ...t trim kits A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1 4 thick backing can be used See pages 7 and 11 for panel sizes and clearances Important Maximum weight for fresh food panels is 50 pounds and 30 pounds for freezer door panels Appearance Examples Trim kit Descriptions Door Handle Options ZKH1 Provides the necessary framework to install custom handles of your choice onto 1 4 thick panels Han...

Page 6: ...s black Includes a white toekick to fit 36 42 48 side by side models and 36 bottom mount and single door models Additional Specifications A 115 volt 60 Hz 15 or 20 amp power supply is required An individual properly grounded branch circuit or circuit breaker is recommended Install a properly grounded 3 prong electrical receptacle recessed into the back wall Electrical must be located on rear wall ...

Page 7: ... be mitered 45 degrees Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim 1 4 thick panels or Panels secured to 1 4 thick backing The grille panel frame is factory assembled for 84 installation height If installation height varies order ZG2 trim kit which provides optional side trim pieces Cut grille panel to sizes shown below Installation Height Panel Height 83 8 83 1 2 8 1 2 84 1 2 9 1 2 Important...

Page 8: ...Maintain 1 1 2 min gap between top of doors and bottom of grille panel ZIS42N non dispenser The ZKT42 trim kit provides for the installation of 3 4 custom door and grille panels using the standard full length handle Cut panels to size and install CUSTOM PANEL DIMENSIONS Custom Grille Panel 41 1 2 A Over 1 4 Thick 3 4 max Panel 67 15 16 15 1 16 25 1 16 Freezer Panel Fresh Food Panel Important Maxim...

Page 9: ...h custom handle Installation Height Dimension A 83 8 1 4 83 1 2 8 3 4 84 9 1 4 84 1 2 9 3 4 Important Maintain 1 1 2 min gap between top of doors and bottom of grille panel Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation height 1 13 16 1 13 16 1 4 max Freezer Door Face Freezer Door Face Fresh Food Door Face Rout panels to specification below on the handle side of each panel CUSTOM PANEL DIMENSIO...

Page 10: ...or one continuous custom panel on the freezer door ZKHSS1 Tubular Stainless Steel handles on 1 4 panels ZKHTSS1 Tubular Stainless Steel handles on 3 4 panels This kit must be used in combination with ZKT42 ZG2 1 4 grille panel frame side pieces for 83 83 1 2 and 84 1 2 installation heights Factory set height is 84 ZWT1 White toekick supplied toekick is black Includes a white toekick to fit 36 42 4...

Page 11: ...n should be mitered 45 degrees Note ZWCD1 custom collar dispenser trim and ZKHT1 custom handle kits cannot be used in this configuration Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim 1 4 thick panels or Panels secured to 1 4 thick backing The grille panel frame is factory assembled for 84 installation height If installation height varies order ZG2 trim kit for optional side trim pieces Cut gril...

Page 12: ...t ZKT42 3 4 thick panel with standard handle and or ZWCD1 custom collar trim Installation Height Dimension A 83 8 1 4 83 1 2 8 3 4 84 9 1 4 84 1 2 9 3 4 Important Maintain 1 1 2 min gap between top of doors and bottom of grille panel Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation height Detail A Upper Freezer Panel Lower Freezer Panel Panel Face 1 1 3 32 CUSTOM PANEL DIMENSIONS 9 7 16 12 5 16 7...

Page 13: ...ised panel design is used a custom middle rail is required A 14 1 2 wide middle rail must be used because the custom collar trim must be located within the raised portion of the panel This area must be 3 4 thick See detail D for raised panel design requirements When using the standard full width dispenser trim the length of the custom handle top to bottom cannot exceed 11 3 4 Locate the handle a m...

Page 14: ... or trim to fit Height may vary depending on application 1 2 to 3 4 Side Panels Leading Edge Flush with Cabinet Front The front or leading edge must be finished to match cabinetry Standard 4 high toekick or trim to fit Height may vary depending on application Standard 4 high toekick or trim to fit Height may vary depending on application 1 2 to 3 4 Side Panels Recessed front edge 23 9 16 84 2 9 16...

Page 15: ...MOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD 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 TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded 2 prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter available at most hardware stores The larger sl...

Page 16: ...install the valve into a horizontal water pipe make the connection at the top or side rather than at the bottom to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe Drill a 1 4 hole in the water pipe Fasten the shut off valve to the pipe with pipe clamp Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell Do not over tighten Place a compression nut and ferrule sleeve onto the end of ...

Page 17: ...nel Fasten To Adjacent Cabinet PRODUCT INSTALLATION Step 2A For Installations With A Reverse Osmosis System Only Skip This Step When Not Using RO System If you use the bypass Plug and want a light shield without the filter opening order a replacement solid light shield WR02X8967 WARNING When connecting a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System to your refrigerator the only approved installation is with a ...

Page 18: ...align with toekick height Hex Nut Adjusts Rear Wheels Leveling Leg If you are using 3 4 thick custom panels SKIP THIS STEP See Custom Panel Dimensions pages for panel sizes with ZKT42 trim kit and other kits Refer to trim kit installation instructions in this booklet If you are using the custom collar dispenser trim order ZWCD1 trim kit To install 1 4 door panels Open door to 90 stop Remove the Ph...

Page 19: ...d into the spacer block Follow the same procedure for fresh food side Step 8 Connect Water Supply Check to be sure that refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet Locate and bring copper tubing to the front of the cabinet Turn the water on to flush debris from line run about a quart of water through tubing into a bucket then shut off water Slip a 1 4 1 4 union nut provided over bo...

Page 20: ...raise or lower case trim to other installation heights Loosen 2 screws on both sides and raise the top case trim to meet soffit height or to the top of adjacent cabinets Tighten all 4 screws If installation height is more or less than 84 order ZG2 optional grille panel kit which accommodates 83 83 1 2 and 84 1 2 heights See installation instructions page 26 Step 10 Mount Top Grille Panel 1 1 2 min...

Page 21: ...er models using custom collar trim Option 2 For dispenser model using the standard full width trim This kit provides the necessary framework to install custom handles of your choice onto 1 4 thick decora tor door panels Handles not included The door extrusions and bracket allow custom handles to be secured to the door structure rather than the door panels This kit contains all the necessary parts ...

Page 22: ...ote Handle must be located 3 4 to 1 1 2 from edge of extrusion ZKH1 Trim Kit For 1 4 Panels Support for Custom Handles Step 2 Locate position of handles Option 1 Installation Slide custom panels into fresh food and freezer door frames Temporarily secure the new door extrusions to the doors Use at least 2 screws on each door The handles must be located 3 4 to 1 1 2 from the edge of the extrusion De...

Page 23: ...pilot hole through extrusion Drill clearance holes through the panel and extrusion Assemble the door panel extrusion and custom handle Install screw s long enough to pass through the extrusion door panel and into the handle Slide the assembly into the door frame until the new extrusion fits firmly against the steel door Re install original screws into the door extrusion 23 Door Handle Screw Decora...

Page 24: ...e Bracket With Screws Temporarily Secure Dispenser Trim With Screws Step 3 Locate position of handle Position the handle bracket onto the steel door by matching existing screw holes on the door and bracket Temporary secure with screws Re install dispenser trim temporarily Determine the desired location of the custom handle and carefully mark centerlines of the screw holes Drill 1 16 pilot hole thr...

Page 25: ...mportant The handle bracket must be secured to the steel door If it is not secured properly the dispenser trim will pull away from the door Mount assembled dispenser trim with handle onto the door Drive 2 screws through the top and bottom of the handle bracket into the steel door Re install 3 screws at top and bottom of dispenser trim Slide decorator panels into the trim top and bottom Slide freez...

Page 26: ...al grille panel frame supplied with the refrigerator Remove 8 screws two on each corner as illustrated Discard original side trim pieces B Select correct size of side trim pieces 3 sets provided Secure new side trim pieces to original bottom trim C Remove barrel nuts from original side trim pieces 2 each side Re install the barrel nuts on the new side trim pieces you have selected Discard Side Tri...

Page 27: ...le panels using the standard full length handle This kit contains all the necessary parts to apply 3 4 panels on dispenser and non dispenser models Follow the instructions for Option 1 when applying custom panels to a non dispenser model or dispenser model using custom collar trim Follow instructions in Option 2 for a dispenser model using the standard full width dispenser trim Kit contents These ...

Page 28: ...Step 2 Install 3 4 trim OPTION 1 For non dispenser model or dispenser model using custom collar trim Step 1 Remove handles trim Open door to 90 Remove the Phillips head screws from the full length handles Open the doors fully to stop Remove the screws from the aluminum trim top bottom and hinge side Retain screws Discard original trim Attach the new 3 4 trim pieces on the top hinge side and bottom...

Page 29: ...acket on fresh food panel dimension B from the hinge side edge Dimension A ZKT42 6 3 4 Dimension B ZKT42 7 7 8 Place the 3 4 panel on the bottom trim with support bracket tabs inserted into slots Push the panel back against the steel door making sure panel is flush to hinge side trim Carefully drill starter holes in panel using a small drill bit Attach the panel to the top and hinge side by instal...

Page 30: ...n top of doors and bottom of grille panel Step 6 Secure 3 4 panel to grille panel support Step 5 Adjust grille panel height ZKT42 Trim Kit 3 4 Custom Panels Option 1 Installation Attach the assembled panel to the grille frame by inserting the four protruding screws into brackets located on each side of the grille frame Install four of the six larger under cut screws such that the top of the screws...

Page 31: ...ure dimension C from the hinge side Secure all brackets with 4 screws provided Attach the new 3 4 trim pieces at the top and hinge side using original screws Step 3 Install panel support brackets Step 2 Install 3 4 trim OPTION 2 For dispenser model using full width trim Step 1 Remove handles trim Open freezer door to 90 Remove the Phillips head screws from the full length handles Open door fully t...

Page 32: ...s on the underside of the dispenser trim Hold in position while fitting new bottom trim against the bottom of the door Tabs should protrude through the bottom trim Install screws up through the bottom trim using stubby Phillips screwdriver Open door and install screws through the back side of the trim and into the panel at the hinge side Install door handle using original screws Re install top end...

Page 33: ...er model using custom collar trim Before you begin Kit contents Parts List A Fresh food door extrusion B Freezer door extrusion for non dispenser model and dispenser model using custom collar Option 1 C Freezer door extrusion for dispenser model using full width trim Option 2 D Freezer door handle bracket for dispenser model using full width trim Option 2 This kit provides the necessary framework ...

Page 34: ... Support for Custom Handles Step 1 Temporarily mount door panels Step 2 Locate position of handles Place the prepared 3 4 custom door panels on the bottom trim with support bracket tabs inserted into slots Push the panel back against the steel door making sure panel is flush with hinge side trim Determine the desired location of the custom handles and carefully mark centerlines of the screw holes ...

Page 35: ...nd extrusion Assemble the door panel extrusions and custom handle Install screw s long enough to pass through the extrusion door panel and into the handle Place assembled panel onto bottom trim with support bracket tabs inserted into slots Push the panel back against the steel door with door extrusion flush to the handle side of the door Open door fully to stop Install screws at the top hinge side...

Page 36: ...annot exceed 11 3 4 length All 3 custom door panels must be routed to accommo date the door extrusions Route the panels as illustrated max 1 4 deep 1 13 16 wide top to bottom on the handle side ZKHT1 Trim Kit For 3 4 Panels Support for Custom Handles Option 1 Installation Refer to installation instructions for ZKT42 trim kit Option 2 Follow Step No 1 to remove standard aluminum trim Follow Step No...

Page 37: ... door Again refer to ZKT42 trim kit Option 2 Follow Step 4 to install freezer door panels and bottom trim Slide freezer handle side extrusion in between panels and steel door Secure with screws To install fresh food handle follow the same proce dure as in Option 1 Mount assembled dispenser trim with handle onto the door Drive 2 screws through the top and bottom of the handle bracket into the steel...

Page 38: ...ple install this kit Tools and materials required 2 Phillips screwdriver Drill and 1 8 9 32 bits Custom door panels Safety glasses Center punch Masking tape Hammer Pencil 1 2 thick 12 x 12 min piece of plywood to protect floor when drilling For stainless steel panels wear gloves to protect against sharp edges Parts List A Fresh food door extrusion B Freezer door extrusion C 2 Stainless tubular han...

Page 39: ...nch 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 IMPORTANT Hole locations must be exact to accept handle standoff and handle assembly For models with full width dispenser trim and 2 piece freezer panels Measure 1 4 from the top of the upper panel and 1 4 from the bottom of the lower pan...

Page 40: ...ush against inner edge on the handle side Align extrusion to pencil mark s as shown in Step 2 Mark each screw hole location with pencil Tape extrusions to panels to prevent movement Place panel on plywood section appearance side down Be sure plywood is clean without nicks and burrs Center punch at each screw hole location Drill 1 8 pilot hole Use 9 32 bit to enlarge clearance hole Measure and cut ...

Page 41: ...allow panel to slide into trim and to clear handle mounting screws The plastic covering will keep the panels clean during the installation process Slide panels into the door trim Leave about 4 of the panel exposed to allow room to install the handle extrusion Be sure to maintain 1 4 gap between corrugated and hinge side trim Place a spacer ring over each of the 4 screw holes on the extrusion Use t...

Page 42: ...e not required for this kit This kit must be used in combination with ZKT42 ZKT42 or ZKT48 trim kit The ZKT trim kits provide the framework to support 3 4 thick panels This kit provides handle side extrusions and handles to match that ZKT framework Note It is best that 2 people install this kit Tools and materials required 2 Phillips screwdriver Drill and 1 8 9 32 bits Custom door panels Safety gl...

Page 43: ...anel over On the appearance side use 9 32 bit to enlarge clearance hole IMPORTANT Hole locations must be exact to accept handle standoff and handle assembly For models with full width dispenser trim and 2 piece freezer panels Carefully align the top of the upper panel and the bottom of the lower panel with extrusion ends Note Be sure to orient extrusions and handles correctly The top ends of the e...

Page 44: ...ing screws on the appearance side drive top screw from the back of the extrusion partially into the standoff Going down the handle drive each screw partially into the standoff alternating back to the top until the handle is tight against the door Remove tape Screw Allen Wrench Step 5 Install Assembled Panels It is best that 2 people perform this step Place panel handle assembly onto the bottom tri...

Page 45: ...lift the assembled panel to the case trim Hold both panels so they do not twist the extrustion Insert the support bracket tabs into the bottom trim Push and hold the panel back against the steel door Reinstall original screws into the door extrustion Open the door fully to stop Install screws at the top and hinge side Step 5 Install Assembled Panels continued ZKHTSS1 INSTALLATION ...

Page 46: ...e or all other trim kits Tools and materials required 2 Phillips screwdriver Drill and appropriate bits Custom door panels Safety glasses Select panel size Kit contents The overall size of the panel is determined by the application being used 1 4 thick panels using the standard handles or optional custom handles 3 4 thick panels using standard handles or 1 4 Thick Custom Panels 3 4 Thick Custom Pa...

Page 47: ...l 4 sides of the dispenser cutout Rout the back side of the panel 1 4 deep and 7 8 wide flush with the edge of the cutout Select the door panel size for your application If using the standard 1 4 trim follow the installation instructions packed with the product When using another optional trim kit use the instructions provided with that kit to install the panel trim and or custom handles Remove th...

Page 48: ...on service at 800 626 2000 any time day or night For MonogramTM 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 Pub No 49 6963 2 Part No 162D9630P002 1999 GE Appliances Printed in U S A NAI 484 12 99 70759 Monogram General Electric Company Loui...

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