GE ZICS36NARH Stainless Steel Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
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1. Semi Flush Installation These refrigerators can also be installed semi flush into an enclosure using the minimum cutout width The case trim creates a frame around the opening Side Panels Requirements Side panels are not required whenever the refrigerator isinstalled into an enclosure or between pantryand oven cabinets Side panels are required whenever the sides of the refrigerator are exposed e Side panel sizes vary depending on the type of installation being made To accomplish an attractive installation you must 1 Determine the need for side panels 2 Determine side panel thickness 3 Order matching side panels from the cabinet manufacturer Be sure to provide the exact dimensions Finished Width j Electrical Wall View 11 2 Area a TA H Ava 84 1 2 max 24 ln 74 From Floor 83 1 2 min p to Bottom Finished of Electrical Opening mil Water Supply 1 ra r 23 172 36 for for a flush installation 35 1 2 M in for a semi flush installation Note Additional cutout width may be reguired when side panels are used Add side panel thickness to the finished cutoutto calculate rough in width See installation examples on the following page Design Information 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators Side panels are required whenever the sides oftherefrigerator will be exposed Therefore the rough in dimensions must allo2. Illustration C 23 5 16 1 2 to 3 4 Side 4 1 4 Panels Recessed front edge of side panel Fasten to adjacent cabinet 84 4 tt 5 16 Standard 4 high toekick or trim to fit Height may vary depending on application 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators e If you choose to use 1 4 side panels they should be inserted into the case trim as illustrated Fasten the panels to the refrigera tor 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 adjacent cabinetry or the back wall before rolling the refrigerator into the opening See illustrations B and C Illustration B 1 2 to 3 4 Side 24 3 4 Panels Leading edge of side panel is flush with cabinet front Fasten to the back wall using a cleat 84 4 334 Standard 4 high toekick or trim to fit Height may vary depending on application Step Install Anti Tip Brackets Installation 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators RAM ANTI TIP PRECAUTIONS The refrigerator is heavy at the top and must be secured to prevent the possibility of tipping e Mount brackets provided using 12 or 14 wood screws located 83 1 2 from the finished floor Screws must protrude at least one inch into vertical wall studs e Attach a 36 long 2x4 block to brackets as shown Roll Refrigerator Into O pe
3. GE Monogram Installation Instructions Stainless Steel Bottom Mount Built In Refrigerators Modds ZICS36N RH ZICS36N LH Contents Before you begin Read these instructions completely and carefully IMPORTANT Save these instructionsfor local inspector s use IMPORTANT OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer Note to Consumer Keep these instructions with your Use and Care Book for future reference This appliance must be properly grounded See Grounding the Refrigerator page 6 If you have a question concerning the installa tion of this product call the GE Answer Center Consumer Information Ser vice at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week If you received a damaged refrigerator you should immediately contact your dealer or builder Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer Product failure due to improper installation isnot covered under the GE Appliance Warranty See the Use amp Care Guide for warranty information Design Information FlushorSemi FlushEnclosurelnstallations 3 EndosureCutoutandProductDimensions 3 Installation Examplas ear 4 Installation Preparation Water ConnectionlLocation Elecitrical m nennen 5 Product Dimensions amp Clearance
4. ake sure the outlet is properly grounded 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators les DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter in place with one hand and pulling the power cord with the other hand If thisisnot done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should the adapter ground terminal break DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established Use of Extension Cords Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord How ever if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 120 volts Tools Required Materials Required Hardware Supplied Hardware Recommendations Flooring Step Remove Packaging Installation Preparation Tinsnipsto cut banding Stepladder e Bucket Level Tubing cutter Appliance Hand Truck 7 16 open end wrench 2 Phillips screwdriver 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators Drill and appropriate bits 7 16 socket with 3 extension for ratchet e Safety glasses e Stubby Phillip
5. board carton and place under the refrigerator where you are working 7 16 Bolt Step Install Water Line Installation A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p s i e Route 1 4 OD copper tubing between house cold water line and the water connec tion location e Copper tubing should be long enough to extend to the front of the refrigerator Allow enough to accommodate bend leading into the water valve 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 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 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 e 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 acompression nut and ferrule sleeve onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shut off valve Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve and ferrule is tightened Turn on the main water supply and flus
6. eling legs if needed Slight gaps will be concealed with the trim strip O pen 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 11 to installa tion height e Hold U shaped trim strip up against case trim as shown Mark length with pencil at the point where U shaped trim overhangs case trim at bottom Mark length with a pencil Trim excess length e Starting at the top press U shaped trim strip over case trims of both refrigerators e Continue pressing about half way down Slide open freezer drawers and continue pressing trim until you reach the bottom of the strip Side to Side Installation ey TS To al Foam 0 Oo Spacer i Pads o oO 13 Notes 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators 14 Problem Solving Installation Moisture If moisture forms between the doors or on the cabinet turn on the energy saver switch This should only occur when humidity is high O peration of Refrigerator If the refrigerator does not operate after checking the installation instructions Check the electrical connections inside the cooling compartment Check to be sure power cord is plugged in the wall outlet e Check to be sure that fuse or circuit breaker is turned on If an
7. h debris from the line Run about a quart of water through the tubing into a bucket Shut off water supply at the shut off valve NOTE Saddle type shut off valves are in cluded in many water supply kits Before purchasing make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes Install optional water filter in the water line near the refrigerator A water filter is recom mended in areas where water supply con tains sand or particles Installation instruc tions are packed with the filter 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators Copper Tubing Saddle Type Shutoff Valve Outlet Valve Pipe Clamp Floor W asher Vertical Cold W ater Pipe Compression Nut Ferrule Sleeve Step Install Side Pands Installation Side panels are reguired whenever the sides of the refrigerator will be exposed and when installed between frameless cabinets See pages 3 and 4 e Side panels are not required when the refrigerator is installed into an enclosure e Side panel installation will be determined by the design of the side panel you have previ ously chosen e Side panels must be installed plumb Illustration A 23 9 16 1 4 Side Panels Insert end of side panel into case trim Fasten with Velcro strips included 84 7 del Eg Standard 4 high toekick or trim to fit Height may vary depending on application
8. ickness Add side panel thickness to Edge Flush W ith Cabinet outsidetrim width 36 to calculate the rough in dimension The leading front edge must be finished to match surrounding cabinetry Framdess Side panels 1 2 minimum thickness are required when Cabinds using frameless cabinets The 1 2 To 3 4 Side Panels Leading Refrigerator abinet side panel acts as a spacer between the cabinet and the case trim and prevents interference with cabinet door swing The leading front edge must be finished to match surrounding cabinetry Edge Flush With Cabinet zz Bei Product Dimensions Clearances Electrical and Water Connection Locations A ccessor y GrillePand Kits Installation Preparation ZICS36N RH Handle on the left side the door swings left to right ZICS36N LH Handle on the right side the door swings right to left A 36 outside trim width B 35 case width C 10 3 4 D 72 1 4 E 84 Shipping height Adjustable from 83 1 2 to 84 1 2 F 24 3 4 excluding handles G 26 3 4 including handles H 4 Caution Refrigerators are much heavier at the top than at the bottom be extra careful when moving These refrigerators are equipped with special hinges that allows the door to swing out and away from the cabinet No clearances are required on the sides The water line can be routed through the floor or back wall Water line should be Approxima
9. ly for its intended purpose e Immediately repair or replace electric ser vice cords that have become frayed or damaged Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or making repairs e Repairs should be made by a qualified ser vice technician For Monogram local service in your area 1 800 444 1845 For Monogram Service in Canada 1 888 880 3030 For Monogram Parts and Accessories call 1 800 626 2002 Flush or Semi Flush Enclosure Installations Enclosure Cutoutand Product Dimensions Design Information Advance Planning are True Flush Installation In a flush installation the refrigerator doors will align evenly with the front face of adjacent cabinet doors The refrigerator blends into the surrounding cabinetry Monogram built in refrigerators 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 approxi mately 3 4 beyond the front face of sur rounding cabinetry To achieve a flush fitthe finished cutout width must be at least 36 wide In a semi flush installation the finished cutout must be 35 1 2 The electrical and water locations must be located as shown for either type of installation 83 1 2 Min 84 1 2 Max 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators
10. mportant The vented toekick must remain unobstructed for proper air circulation and operation Set Fresh Food control at 5 Set Freezer control at 5 iz B FREEZER IMPORTANT Allow 24 hours for tempera tures to stabilize before making adjustments e Lower the feeler arm to the ON position and the icemaker will begin operation automatically e Discard the first few batches of ice cubes to be sure that any remaining impurities in the water line will be flushed out NOTE During operation you will hear the hum of the motor movement of the cube ejector humming or clicking of the water valve and ice falling into the bin These sounds are normal 12 ZFC1 Trim Kit For the ultimate in convenience install two refrigerators side to side This trim kit includes 6 foam spacer pads to fill the gap between the refrigerator side case trims For a finished appearance a trim strip is provided to conceal the side case trim of the two refrigerators If you are installing into an enclosure provide a 72 wide opening If you are installing where the sides of the refrigerators will be exposed allow additional width for any side panels used e Apply foam spacer pads evenly to the side of one refrigerator as shown Slide second refrigerator into position e Check to be sure both refrigerators are level If they are not level an obvious gap can be seen between the side trims Adjust lev
11. ning e Gently push refrigerator into opening with hands against front corners The cardboard protective pad should be beneath the refrigerator Note If you are Ram installing under a 2x4 soffit attach brackets Block 83 1 2 to wood block before 36 W ide From floor forw ard mounting the brackets to therear wall to bottom of wood block M ounting Bracket aT 2x4 Cut T To 36 Length ho 83 1 4 From Floor e Roll refrigerator into the opening untilitis flush or semi flush with adjacent cabinets za Important Note If your installation situation does not allow enough height for this method of security use step 6 as an alternate The refrigerator must be secured to prevent tipping Wood Screws M ounted into Vertical W ood Studs This refrigerator has 4 point leveling The front is supported by leveling legs the rear is Step supported by wheels e Adjust rear wheels beneath the refrigerator Levd to just barely touch the 2x4 block Relies TEE R drigerator Turn the 7 16 hex nut located above the o 5 o front wheels Turn to raise or lower the gt refrigerator G L veling Leg For front leveling legs use the 1 1 2 open end wrench provided e Adjust carefully the refrigerator should be level and plumb with cabinetry and should align with toekick height St ep Note Whenever possible perform this step for additional anti tip
12. rd plug to properly grounded receptacle accessible through the top left side of the hood opening e Check to make sure power to refrigerator is on by opening refrigerator door to see if interior lights are on For shipping purposes the top case trim is secured at 84 installation height To raise case trim to 84 1 2 installation height or to lower case trim to 83 1 2 Loosen 2 screws on both sides and raise or lower the top case trim to meet soffit height or to the top of adjacent cabinets Tighten all 4 screws e Mount the grille panel by dropping into slots on the case trim The grille panel assembly is factory set for an 84 installation height If installation height is 83 1 2 or 84 1 2 order ZGCSS36RH right hand or ZGCSS36LH left hand grille panel kit 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators zz H zi Installation Height 1 1 2 min LI Important M aintain 1 1 2 min gap between top of doors and bottom of grille panel 11 Step Install Toekick Step Temperature Controls Step Start cemaker Installation 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators A standard toekick is supplied Install with 2 screws provided adjust to desired height and tighten screws I
13. rounding the R drigerator Installation Preparation IMPORTANT Please read carefully FOR PERSONAL SAFETY THIS APPLI ANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug which mates with a standard three prong ground ing wall receptacle to minimize the possibil ity of electric shock hazard from this appli ance H ave the wall outlet and circuit checked bya qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded Where a standard 2 prong wall outlet is encountered it is your personal responsibil ity and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet 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 aTEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded 2 prong wall outlet by use of aUL listed adapter available at most hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord CAUTION Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw ismetal and not insulated and the wall outlet is grounded through the house wiring You should have the circuit checked bya qualified electrician to m
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15. s screwdriver Side panels to match cabinetry 2x4 36 long for Anti Tip support see page 10 1 1 2 stamped open end wrench e Antitip mounting brackets Special velcro adhesive strips for 1 4 side panels 1 4 1 4 union with nuts Water shut off valve Water filter WR97X 0214 For proper installation this refrigerator must be placed on a level surface of hard material that is at the same height as the rest of the flooring This surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator CAUTION Refrigerator is much heavier at the top than at the bottom be careful when moving When using a hand truck handle from side only Remove outer carton Carefully cut banding at the top and bottom Slide out back corner posts 2 Slide carton off top of cabinet Remove styrofoam pads taped to base cabinet NOTE IT ISNOT NECESSARY TO LAY CABINET DOWN IN ORDER TO REMOVE SKID To remove skid remove the four 7 16 bolts and their brackets CAUTION DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ROLL UNIT OFF SKID e There are support blocks on the bottom of the cabinet and door They must be removed before sliding unit off skid or damage will occur e Carefully tilt cabinet and slide blocks out from beneath cabinet slide unit off skid e Remove toekick from the fresh food com partment set aside for later installation CAUTION Protect the finish of the flooring Cut a large section of the card
16. security This step can be used as an alternate to Step 4 0 pti on al Anti Tip bracket installation whenever brackets cannot be Anti Tip used Precaution Refrigerator Stud Cabinet Door Spacer Block OR When using 1 2 to 3 4 side panels the If refrigerator isinstalled between cabinets front flange of the case trim is attached to the with no side panelsor in a custom enclosure side panel install aspacer block asshown e Open fresh food door to access case trim e Open fresh food door to access case trim e Drill hole in trim below fresh food opening Drill hole in trim below fresh food opening Drive screw through trim and side panel Drive screw through trim and into block e Follow the same procedure on opposite side Follow the same procedure on opposite n 1 Step Connect Water Supply Step Connect Power Step Mount Top Grille Pand Installation 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 The copper tubing should be just long enough to reach the coupling Excess tubing length could interfer with drawer closing or toekick installation Slip a 1 4 1 4 union nut provided over both ends of the copper tubing at the right front leg of the refrigerator and couple the lines Turn on the water to check for leaks e Connect the refrigerator power co
17. tely 3 1 2 from thefloor on the back wall or 3 1 2 from the back wall on the floor Atleast 5 from either side of the opening A 115 volt 60 Hz 15 or 20 amp power supply isrequired An individual properly grounded branch circuit or circuit breaker isrecom mended asnoted on the rating plate The rating plate islocated on thetop on the evaporator box and is visible when grille panel isremoved e Locate the electrical outlet within 5 x 7 shaded area shown 7 1 2 from the left side Between 74 and 81 from the floor These models are factory set for 84 installation height Adjustmentsto 83 1 2 or 84 1 2 heights can be made by changing the grille panel 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators j j A j F B tr e e E D L H When the refrigerator is installed in a corner A 4 min clearance on the hinge side will assure a 90 door opening and access to all drawers e A 10 clearance on the hinge side is required for removal of pans Electrical Outlet Location 7 1 2 4 Pay 5 74 Y jyy FYR LL Water Location Important To insure a flush fit and access to the power cord locate the electrical outlet as shown Order ZGCSS36RH right hand or ZGCSS36LH left hand Grille Panel Kit These kitsinclude 2 grille panels for 83 1 2 and 84 1 2 installation heights G
18. w 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 refrigerator 1 2 to 3 4 side panels are normally set into place and fastened to adjacent cabinetry or to the back wall before rolling the refrigerator into the opening See page 9 for side panel sizes In sta ati on Flush and Semi Flush Ba Installations wen Em 1 4 Thick Refrigerator Base Side Panels Cabinet Wall Cabinets Finished Dim lt 35 1 2 gt r Roughed In Dim e 36 gt L Refrigerator door NOTE 1 4 thick side panels can be inserted Cabinet into the case trim making the rough in the same EB as the outside trim width 36 1 4 Side Panels Insert end of side panel into trim Flush and Semi Flush Installation N Installations AtEnd of Run 1 2 Thick Side Panels Refrigerator Cabinet Finished Dim k 36 gt N e Roughed In Dim 37 gt A di Refrigerator door AT x Cabinet NOTE 1 2 thick side panels shown Side panels 1 2 To 3 4 Side Panels Leading can be any th
19. y of these problems persist Call for Monogram local service in your area 1 800 444 1845 Cleaning the Stainless Steel Refrigerator Stainless Steel has some unique cleaning characteristics In order to keep your refrigerator looking like new we suggest cleaning it with Stainless Steel Magicor a similar product 36 Stainless Bottom M ount Refrigerators Stainless Steel M agic is available at Ace True Value Servistar HWI and other leading stores It is also available through GE Parts by calling 1 800 626 2002 Order part number WX 10X 15 15 Monogram General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 Note W hile performing installations described in this book safety glasses or goggles should be worn To obtain specific information concerning any M onogram product or service call GE Answer Canter consumer information service at 800 626 2000 any time day or night For M onogram local servicein 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 6984 1998 GE Appliances N D 978 8 98 5A95497
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