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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 EMPOTRADOS
DE DOS PUERTAS
Manual de instalación
IMPORTANTE: LEA Y GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES. LA INSTALACIÓN REQUIERE DE 2 O MÁS PERSONAS.
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ENCASTRÉS 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 ................................................18 Unpack Refrigerator ...................................................................18 DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS............................................................4 Reduce Tipping Radius..............................................................18 Models.........................................................
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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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DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS oo 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. KSSC36FMS KSSC42FMS KSSC48FMS KSSS36FMB KSSS42FMB KSSS48FMB KSSS36FMX KSSS42FMX KSSS48F
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Models - 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. KSSC36QMS KSSC42QMS KSSC48QMS KSSS36QMB KSSS42QMB KSSS48QMB KSSC42QMU KSSS36QMW KSSS42QMW KSSS48QMW KSSS36QMX KSSS42
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Front View Product Dimensions Width dimensions were measured from trim edge to trim Side View edge. Height dimensions are shown with leveling legs extended ¹⁄₈" The depth from the front of the top grille to the back of the (3 mm) below the rollers. refrigerator cabinet is 25¹⁄₈" (64 cm). The power cord is 84" (213 cm) long. 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
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Tipping Radius Door Swing Dimensions Be sure there is adequate ceiling height to stand the refrigerator The location must permit both doors to open to a minimum of upright when it is moved into place. 90°. Allow 4¹⁄₂" (11.4 cm) minimum space between the side of the refrigerator and a corner wall. The dolly wheel height must be added to the tipping radius when a dolly is used. NOTE: More clearance may be required if you are using overlay panels or custom handles. If needed, the tipping
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Handle and Door Clearances If you are installing custom panels, the panels must allow certain clearances for the handles and for the doors to swing open. First, determine the types of handles you will be using and the door stop setting. Then, choose the appropriate scale drawing to use as a template for creating the panels. Door Custom Panel 1 /4" (6.35 mm) 1 /2" (1.3 cm) 3 /4" (1.9 cm) Classic 1" (2.5 cm) Handle 1 1 /4" (3.2 cm) 1 1 /2" (3.8 cm) 3 1 /4" (4.4 cm) 2" (5.1 cm) Optional ® Archite
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Overlay Panel Backer Panel Door Spacer Panel Overlay Series Door Swing 90˚ Actual Size Refrigerator to Cabinetry Clearance Refrigerator Side Trim 1 /4" (6.35 mm) 1 Hinge /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) 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) 9
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Overlay Panel Backer Panel Door Spacer Panel Overlay Series Door Swing 110˚ Actual Size Refrigerator to Cabinetry Clearance Refrigerator 1" 2" (2.5 cm) (5.1 cm) Side Trim 3 3 /4" 1 /4" (1.9 cm) (4.4 cm) 1 1 1 /2" /2" (1.3 cm) (3.8 cm) 1 1 /4" 1 /4" (6.35 mm) (3.2 cm) 1 /4" (6.35 mm) Hinge 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) 1 /2" (1.3 cm) 3 /4" (1.9 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 1 1 /4" NOTE: Do not place the door stop screw in (3.2 cm) the 130˚ position on Overlay S
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Classic Series Factory Panels and Kits Classic Series Custom Panels All factory parts are available through your KitchenAid dealer or If you plan to install custom wood panels, you will need to create by calling KitchenAid Parts and Accessories at 1-800-442-9991. the panels yourself or consult a qualified cabinetmaker or In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777. carpenter. See dimensional drawings for panel specifications. IMPORTANT: Panels weighing more than recommended may Factory Door Panel Kits cau
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Top Bottom NOTE: When creating a panel with face detail, the offsets will be Door Panels for Dispenser Models hidden and must be accounted for in order to center the detail in the top grille. The two freezer panels combined should not weigh more than 1 /4" 30 lbs. (13.5 kg). The refrigerator panel should not weigh more (6.35 mm) max than 50 lbs. (23 kg). 1 /2" A B (1.3 cm) min. 7 23 /16" (60 cm) Center face detail between offsets 7 70 /16" (179 cm) 3 /8" (9.5 mm) min. 7 34 /16" (87 cm) 1
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Overlay Series Custom Panels Custom overlay panels allow you to blend the exterior of your IMPORTANT: refrigerator into the overall kitchen décor, and to use custom The weight of the refrigerator door overlay panel cannot handles for additional design flexibility. exceed 50 lbs. (23 kg). The custom panels must have backer panels attached in order to The weight of the freezer door overlay panel cannot exceed mount them to the refrigerator. It is most common to work with 30 lbs. (13.5 k
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2. If the panel is more than ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) thick, route the front ® ™ edge to allow the side panel to fit into the trim. Classic, Architect and Pro Line Series Custom Side Panels Custom side panels may be needed when not enough space is available to have cabinets on both sides of the refrigerator or when the refrigerator is placed at the end of a cabinet run. You may choose an Inset, Flush, or Recessed Inset panel installation. A Refrigerator and Side Trim Dimensions The width and height
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Refrigerator Recessed Inset Installation Dimensions Overlay 1. Measure the distance from point A (as shown) to back wall. 2. Route the front edge of the support board or attach a ³⁄₈" (9.5 mm) board to hold the panel in the cabinet side trim. 3 23 /8" (59.40 cm) A INSTALLATION Side Trim REQUIREMENTS 3 /16" (4.5 mm) 3 /8" Tools and Parts (9.7 mm) IMPORTANT: Installer: Leave Installation Instructions with the homeowner. Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions for future reference. Sav
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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 Location Requirements “Electrical Requirements” for additional information. The refrigerator can be recessed in an opening between cabinets The water shutoff should be located in the base cabinet on or installed at the end of a cabinet run using a side panel to either side of the refrigerator or some other easily accessible enclose the refrigerator. area. If the wate
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Electrical Requirements Water Supply Requirements All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements. The water shutoff should be located in the base cabinet on WARNING either side of the refrigerator or some other easily accessible area. The right-hand side is recommended. The access hole through the right-hand side cabinet must be within ¹⁄₂" (12.7 mm) of the rear wall. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 6" (15.2 cm) Do not remove ground prong. Do no
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpack Refrigerator Reduce Tipping Radius (if required) Before bringing the refrigerator into the home, be sure there is WARNING adequate ceiling height to stand the refrigerator upright. See “Tipping Radius” in the “Installation Requirements and Design Specifications” section for more information. If you do not have adequate ceiling height to stand the refrigerator upright, the tipping radius can be reduced by removing the top grille and side trims (see the follow
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3. Remove the 6 screws attaching each cabinet side trim to the To Install Anti-tip Boards refrigerator and remove the side trims. 1. Mark the stud locations on rear wall 80" to 90" (203 cm to 229 cm) above floor. 4. Stand the refrigerator up by first placing the left bottom edge of the refrigerator on the floor, standing the refrigerator 2. Securely attach one or two 2" x 4" x 32" (5 cm x 10 cm x upright and then lowering the right-hand side of the 81 cm) wood boards to wall studs behind r
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Style 2 - Connecting to a Water Line Lower Leveling Legs Additional Parts Needed: Coupling, ferrule and nut. NOTE: All 4 leveling legs must contact the floor to support and Slide the purchased nut then the purchased ferrule onto the stabilize the full weight of refrigerator. Rollers are for moving tubing. Push the tubing into the purchased coupling as far as refrigerator and not for permanent support. it will go. Slide the nut and ferrule forward. Tighten the nut by Use socket wrench to tu
