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SIDE BY SIDE BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR
Installation Guide
IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. INSTALLATION REQUIRES 2 OR MORE PEOPLE.
REFRIGERADOR EMPOTRADO
DE DOS PUERTAS
Manual de instalación
IMPORTANTE: LEA Y GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES. LA INSTALACIÓN REQUIERE DE 2 O MÁS PERSONAS.
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ENCASTRÉ CÔTE À CÔTE
Guide d’installation
IMPORTANT : LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS. L’INSTALLATION NÉCESSITE L’INTERVENTION DE 2 PERSONNES OU PLUS.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS REFRIGERATOR SAFETY........................................................................... 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS............................................................. 19 Unpack the Refrigerator ......................................................................... 19 MODELS....................................................................................................... 4 Reduce Tipping Radius ............................................................
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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediatel
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MODELS Side by Side Non-Dispensing Refrigerators ® Architect Series Classic Series Features wraparound styling that complements the contoured Features factory-installed, traditional style trim to provide a door handles. This series provides a warm commercial-looking “framed” look. This series requires the installation of custom built-in refrigerator. panels that are not included. KSSC36FTS KSSC42FTS KSSC48FTS KSSS36FTX KSSS42FTX KSSS48FTX Overlay Series Features factory-installed, overlay sty
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Side by Side Dispensing Refrigerators ® Architect Series Classic Series Features wraparound styling that complements the contoured Features factory-installed, traditional style trim to provide a door handles. This series provides a warm commercial-looking “framed” look. This series requires the installation of custom built-in refrigerator. panels that are not included. KSSC36QTS KSSC42QTS KSSC48QTS KSSS36QTB KSSS42QTB KSSS48QTB KSSS36QTW KSSS42QTW KSSS48QTW KSSS36QTX KSSS42QTX KSSS48QTX Overl
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Location Requirements IMPORTANT: The refrigerator can be recessed in an opening between cabinets or installed at the end of a cabinet run using a side panel to ■ Installer: Leave Installation Instructions with the homeowner. enclose the refrigerator. ■ Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions for future reference. Save these Installation Instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use. WARNING TOOLS NEEDED: Gather the required tools and parts
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■ A grounded 3 prong electrical outlet should be placed within 4" (10.2 cm) of the right side cabinets or end panel. See Electrical Requirements “Electrical Requirements” for more information. ■ The water shutoff should be located in the base cabinet on either side of the refrigerator or some other easily accessible WARNING area. If the water shutoff valve is not in the cabinets, the plumbing for the water line can come through the floor or the back wall. See “Water Supply Requirements”
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Water Pressure Water Supply Requirements ■ All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements. A cold water supply with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ■ The water shutoff should be located in the base cabinet on ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a either side of the refrigerator or some other easily accessible licensed, qualified plumber. area. The right-hand side is recommended.
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Product Dimensions Side View Front View ■ The depth from the front of the top grille to the back of the ■ Width dimensions were measured from trim edge to trim refrigerator cabinet is 25³⁄₈" (64.5 cm). edge. ■ The power cord is 84" (213 cm) long. ■ Height dimensions are shown with leveling legs extended ¹⁄₈" (3 mm) below the rollers. ■ The water line attached to the back of the refrigerator is 5 ft (1.5 m) long. ■ Height dimensions are shown with leveling legs extended ¹⁄₈" (3 mm) below t
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Door Swing Dimensions The location must permit both doors to open to a minimum of 90°. Allow 4¹⁄₂" (11.4 cm) minimum space between the side of the 42" (106.7 cm) Models refrigerator and a corner wall. 12⁵⁄₈" NOTE: More clearance may be required if you are using overlay (32.1 cm) panels, custom handles, or extended handles on a Classic model. To adjust the door swing, see “Adjust Doors.” 41¹⁄₂" 37¹⁄₄" 36" (91.4 cm) Models (105.4 cm) (94.6 cm) 16⁷⁄₈" (42.9 cm) 10⁷⁄₈" (27.6 cm) 41³⁄₈" 47⁷⁄₈
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Overlay Panel Backer Panel Door Spacer Panel Overlay Series Door Panel and Cabinetry Clearance The custom door panels and adjacent cabinetry must be designed so that there is sufficient clearance for the doors to swing open. If the refrigerator is to be installed close to the wall, see “Door Swing 90°” on next page. Door Swing 110˚ Actual Size Refrigerator to Cabinetry Clearance Refrigerator Side Trim 1 1 /2" (3.8 cm) 1 1 /4" (3.2 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) Cabinetry 1 /4" (6.35 mm) Hinge 1 /2" (1.3 cm
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Overlay Panel Backer Panel Door Spacer Panel Door Swing 90˚ Actual Size Refrigerator to Cabinetry Clearance Refrigerator Side Trim 1" (2.5 cm) 3 /4" (1.9 cm) 1 /2" (1.3 cm) 90˚ Door Stop Position Cabinetry 1 /4" (6.35 mm) Hinge 1 /2" (1.3 cm) 3 /4" (1.9 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 1 /2" (1.3 cm) 3 /4" (1.9 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 1 1 /4" (3.2 cm) 1 1 /2" (3.8 cm) Allow a minimum of 4¹⁄₂" (11.4 cm) of space between the side of the refrigerator and a corner wall. More clearance may be needed if thicker custom pane
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Overlay Series Custom Panels and Handle Kits Custom overlay panels allow you to blend the exterior of your refrigerator into the overall kitchen décor, and to use custom Decorative Overlay Panel handles for additional design flexibility. The custom panels must have backer panels attached in order to C mount them to the refrigerator. It is most common to work with three panels, as shown in the following graphic: a decorative overlay panel, a ¹/₈" (3.18 mm) spacer panel or spacer strips and
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Backer Panels Dispenser Frame (dispenser models only) NOTES: The dispenser frame attaches to the panel with 4 screws. ■ Dashed lines represent placement of backer panels on overlay To remove the dispenser frame: panels. 1. Remove the four screws attaching the frame. ■ Illustration shows backer panels placed on decorative 2. Pull the dispenser frame from the decorative panel. overlays. 3. To replace the frame, hold the frame to the panel and replace the screws. C 6³⁄₁₆" A (15.7 cm) Side Offset
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® Overlay Series Door Handle Kits Architect Series The following handle styles are available. Contact your KitchenAid Handles dealer or KitchenAid Parts and Accessories at 1-800-442-9991. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777. PART NO. COLOR 4396103 Stainless Steel 8171760 Biscuit 4396105 White 4396106 Black Classic Series Factory Panels and Kits All factory parts are available through your KitchenAid dealer or by calling KitchenAid Parts and Accessories at 1-800-442-9991. In AB C D Canada, call 1-8
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Classic Series Custom Panels If you plan to install custom wood panels, you will need to create NOTES: the panels yourself or consult a qualified cabinetmaker or ■ If the standard handle is used, the handle side offset of carpenter. See dimension drawings for panel specifications. both panels should be 3¹⁄₄" (8.25 cm) to all for finger clearance. IMPORTANT: Panels weighing more than recommended may cause damage to your refrigerator. ■ If an extended handle is used, the handle side offset of
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® Dispenser Frame (Classic series dispenser models) Classic, Architect and Complete Series Custom Side Panels The dispenser frame attaches to the panel with 4 screws. Custom side panels may be needed when not enough space is To remove the dispenser frame: available to have cabinets on both sides of the refrigerator or 1. Remove the four screws attaching the frame. when the refrigerator is placed at the end of a cabinet run. You 2. Pull the dispenser frame from the decorative panel. may choos
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Side Trim Flush Installation Dimensions ³⁄₁₆" (4.5 mm) ³⁄₈" 1. Measure the distance from point A (as shown) to the back (9.7 mm) wall. 2. Attach the support board with a screw or adhesive that is compatible with aluminum and wood. A ¹⁄₁₆" (1.5 mm) Recessed Inset Installation Dimensions ³⁄₃₂" 1. Measure the distance from point A (as shown) to the back (2.38 mm) wall. 2. Route the front edge of the support board or attach a ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) board to hold the panel in the cabinet side trim. In
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. Push the top grille straight up; then pull straight out. Lay the grille on a soft surface. Unpack the Refrigerator B A B WARNING A. Top grille Tip Over Hazard B. Cabinet side trim Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not completely installed. 3. Remove the six screws attaching each cabinet side trim to the refrigerator and remove the side trims. Keep doors taped closed until refrigerator is completely installed. Move the Refrigerator into House Use two
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4. Stand the refrigerator up. First, place the left bottom edge of the refrigerator on the floor, stand the refrigerator upright and Connect the Water Supply then lower the right-hand side of the refrigerator to the floor. Read all directions before you begin. 5. Reassemble the trim and top grille after the dolly has been IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is removed from the refrigerator. connected, turn the ice maker OFF. Install Anti-Tip Boards Connect to Wat
