Installation
Instructions
18” and 24”Built-In Column Freezers24” and 30” Built-In Column Refrigerators
Page 1: ...Installation Instructions 18 and 24 Built In Column Freezers 24 and 30 Built In Column Refrigerators...
Page 2: ...appliance with the anti tip system WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from appliance Failure to do so can result in fire explosion or death WARNING To...
Page 3: ...rt Icemaker 29 Step 12 Install AutoFill Pitcher Assembly 30 Instructions for Single Integrated Installation 31 The Installation Space 32 Tools Hardware Materials 33 Grounding the Unit 33 Flooring 33 S...
Page 4: ...SIDE VIEW 83 3 8 211 77 C 83 1 4 211 46 A D 4 10 16 TOP VIEWS DOOR OPEN 90 DOOR OPEN 115 E F B 4 10 16 Minimum to a Wall B 15 38 1 Minimum to a Wall 16 5 41 9 on 30 models Dimensions 18 Models 24 Mode...
Page 5: ...h 25 deep opening Reversing the Door Swing all installation types Making a refrigerator LH swing and freezer RH swing Instructions for Stainless Steel Door Panel Installation all installation types In...
Page 6: ...6 31 49133 1 Instructions for Dual Integrated Installation New construction installation with 25 deep openings...
Page 7: ...e 1 4 O D copper tubing or QuickConnect kit WX08X10006 between the cold water line and water connection location long enough to extend to the front of the unit 8 2 4m Installation of an easily accessi...
Page 8: ...t a fully loaded refrigerator or freezer or approximately 1 200 lbs per unit NOTE Protect the finish of the flooring NOTE Not recommended for installation on carpeted flooring GROUNDING THE UNIT The p...
Page 9: ...cet long enough to clear the line of water Install a shut off valve between the water valve and cold water pipe in a basement or cabinet The shut off valve should be located where it will be easily ac...
Page 10: ...hem to the left side of the case between the 2 units 2 on the upper section of the case wall and 2 on the lower Install adhesive heater on the outside of the unit to the left side of the case Install...
Page 11: ...ip bracket should be mounted against the back wall or up to 27 68 6 cm maximum from front of opening Use floor mounting method if the bracket is not against a wall bracket hardware is provided for mou...
Page 12: ...floor approximately 3 to the left of the anti tip bracket Apply tape about every 5 toward the front of the opening tape will prevent the unit from rolling over the waterline during installation Do no...
Page 13: ...nut to the union Turn on the water to check for leaks SmartConnect Tubing NOTE The only GE Appliances approved plastic tubing is supplied in the SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kits Do not use any o...
Page 14: ...k the unit back pull the anti tip strap tight Secure the strap in the front of the unit This process should be completed for each unit Secure the strap in the front of the unit by replacing the screw...
Page 15: ...ore than 1 you will damage the front leveling legs and the rear leveling wheels Hex nut adjusts rear wheels Open end wrench adjusts front leveling legs STEP 9 FINAL EXTERNAL UNIT PREPARATION FOR FLUSH...
Page 16: ...power switch to OFF Top wire basket must be removed to access the icemaker power switch When the freezer has been connected to the water supply set the power switch to ON Throw away the first full bu...
Page 17: ...e refrigerator Slide the assembly toward the back wall until mounting screw hole is visible Secure AutoFill assembly with the T20 Torx screw removed earlier Ensure supply water is connected to the ref...
Page 18: ...18 31 49133 1 Instructions for Dual Retro Fit Installation Existing construction installation with 24 deep openings that are 41 1 2 or 47 1 2 wide...
Page 19: ...learances These units are equipped with a 2 position door stop The factory set 115 door swing can be adjusted to 90 if clearance to adjacent cabinets or walls is restricted For a 90 door swing allow 4...
Page 20: ...will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures Do not install the refrigerator freezer where temperatures will go above 100 F 37 C It will not perform properly Do not install the refrigerat...
Page 21: ...water pressure must be between 40 and 120 p s i 275 827 kPa Shut off the main water supply Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water Install a shut off valve between the water...
Page 22: ...etal case Ensure the heater connector cord is toward the bottom of the unit when installed Remove the left access cover by removing 4 1 4 hex screws The cover is located at the outside lower left side...
Page 23: ...hardware is provided for mounting into wood steel studs and concrete Measure and mark from the LH side of the opening per the table above depending on the size of the LH unit you are installing Measu...
Page 24: ...ring installation Do not tape near the cabinet front in order to keep tape hidden under the unit Route the strapping coiled up at the back of the unit through the anti tip bracket 1 Cut the wire tie h...
Page 25: ...cord green ground screw 3 Install the power cord strain relief Replace rear access cover Make sure the power cord and ground wire are properly routed through the access cover cut out Repeat all steps...
Page 26: ...s under pressure at all times Other types of plastic may crack or rupture with age and cause water damage to your home Insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator or freezer connection T...
Page 27: ...pushed back As you walk the unit back pull the anti tip strap tight Secure the strap in the front of the unit This process should be completed for each unit Secure the strap in the front of the unit b...
Page 28: ...nt of the unit To level the back of the unit turn the 7 16 hex nut located above the front wheels Turn clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the unit For front leveling use a 7 16 open end w...
Page 29: ...aker set the power switch to OFF Top wire basket must be removed to access the icemaker power switch When the freezer has been connected to the water supply set the power switch to ON Throw away the f...
Page 30: ...efrigerator Slide the assembly toward the back wall until mounting screw hole is visible Secure AutoFill assembly with the T20 Torx screw removed earlier Ensure supply water is connected to the refrig...
Page 31: ...31 31 49133 1 Instructions for Single Integrated Installation New construction installation with 25 deep openings...
Page 32: ...1 2 8 9cm finished return matching cabinet exterior is recommended on interior on all sides and top at front of opening Installations with 4 10 2 cm or less between units require Heater Kit ZUGC 18 I...
Page 33: ...ill not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures Do not install the refrigerator freezer where temperatures will go above 100 F 37 C It will not perform properly Do not install the refrigerato...
Page 34: ...nough to clear the line of water Install a shut off valve between the water valve and cold water pipe in a basement or cabinet The shut off valve should be located where it will be easily accessible T...
Page 35: ...bracket Apply tape about every 5 toward the front of the opening tape will prevent the unit from rolling over the waterline during installation Do not tape near the cabinet front in order to keep tape...
Page 36: ...lug unit into the outlet in the wall Loosen the strap by removing a Phillips head screw from the top strap bar and the large tensioner 1 4 allen screw to allow the strap to move freely during installa...
Page 37: ...nit turn the 7 16 hex nut located above the front wheels Turn clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the unit For front leveling use a 7 16 open end wrench Adjust height of unit to match inst...
Page 38: ...zer may take 12 24 hours to begin making ice The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle approximately 15 cycles in a 24 hour period depending on freezer compartment temperature room temperature n...
Page 39: ...the refrigerator Slide the assembly toward the back wall until mounting screw hole is visible Secure AutoFill assembly with the T20 Torx screw removed earlier Ensure supply water is connected to the...
Page 40: ...40 31 49133 1 Reversing the Door Swing This step can be done for all installation types...
