Installation Requirements, Tools and Parts

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

IMPORTANT:

■Installer: Leave Installation Instructions with the homeowner.

■Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions for future reference. Save these Installation Instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use.

TOOLS NEEDED:

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

■	Cordless drill	■	Torx®†T27 screwdriver
■	Drill bits	■	¹¹⁄₃₂" nut driver
■	Two adjustable	■	³⁄₈" and ¹⁄₂" open-end wrenches
	wrenches	■	⁵⁄₃₂" Allen wrench
	Phillips screwdriver
■		■	¹⁄₄" and ⁵⁄₁₆" socket drivers
	Small level
■		■	Tape measure
	Appliance dolly
■		■	Utility knife

PARTS NEEDED:

■Six #8 x 3" (7.6 cm) wood screws (longer screws may be needed)

■One or two 2" x 4" x 32" (5 cm x 10 cm x 81 cm) wood board(s)

■Order factory panels, make custom panels or consult a qualified cabinetmaker or carpenter to make the panels.

Classic Series: Order factory panels, make custom panels, or consult a qualified cabinetmaker or carpenter to make the panels. See “Classic Series Custom Panels” for more information.

Overlay Series: Make custom panels, or consult a qualified cabinetmaker or carpenter to make the panels. See “Overlay Series Custom Panels and Handle Kits” for more information.

Architect® and Complete Series are shipped complete.

■If you are connecting the water line directly to copper tubing and not to a shutoff valve, you need a ferrule, a union, and a ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) compression fitting.

Location Requirements

The refrigerator can be recessed in an opening between cabinets or installed at the end of a cabinet run using a side panel to enclose the refrigerator.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

IMPORTANT:

■Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

■It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other heat source.

■Do not install in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).

■Floor must support the refrigerator weight, more than 600 lbs (272 kg), door panels and contents of the refrigerator.

■Ceiling height must allow for side tipping radius. See “Tipping Radius.”

■Location should permit door to open fully. See “Door Swing Dimensions.”

■Location must permit top grille removal. See “Opening Dimensions.”

Opening Dimensions

■To avoid tipping during use, the solid soffit must be within 1" (2.5 cm) maximum above the refrigerator. If the solid soffit is higher than 1" (2.5 cm) or one is not available, then the refrigerator must be braced.

If the anti-tip boards are needed, they must be attached to the rear wall studs 80" to 90" (203 cm to 229 cm) above the floor. See “Install Anti-Tip Boards” for more information.

NOTE: A clearance of ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) must be maintained above the top grille in order for the top grille to be removed.

¹⁄₂"

(1.3 cm)

†®TORX is a registered trademark of Textron Innovations Inc.

2316565C specifications

The KitchenAid 2316565C is a versatile and innovative blending tool designed for culinary enthusiasts who appreciate both quality and performance in their kitchen appliances. This model stands out due to its powerful motor and unique features that enhance the cooking experience.

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The unit's stainless-steel blades are engineered for durability and precision. Their unique design helps to create a vortex that pulls ingredients down toward the blades for even blending. This technology allows for superior blending performance, reducing the preparation time for various recipes.

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