Installation Requirements
Custom Panels and Handles - IF42/IF48 Series Models
Custom overlay panels used with models IF42 and IF48 allow you to blend the exterior of your refrigerator into the overall kitchen décor, and to use custom handles for additional design flexibility.
Panel Specifications
•The custom panels must have backer panels attached in order to mount them to the refrigerator. It is most common to work with three layers, as shown in the illustrations below. The three layers consist of a decorative overlay panel, a ¹/8” (3.18 mm) spacer panel or spacer strips and a ¼” (6.35 mm) backer panel.
•In some cases, instead of constructing the panel using three layers, the cabinet manufacturer may choose to work with a single piece routed for the different dimensions. Follow the panel dimension and placement instructions on the facing page to be sure that the custom overlay panels will fit properly.
•To minimize panel weight, you may use 2” (5.08 cm) spacer strips around the perimeter in place of
•For the grille and the door panels to be flush, the overlay door panel should be ¼” (6.35 mm) thicker than the overlay grille panel.
IMPORTANT:
•Install the custom panels only after moving the refrigerator into place (see page 16).
•The weight of the overlay panels cannot exceed:
Important Information About Freezer Door Overlay Panels on Dispenser Models:
•There are two basic methods for paneling the freezer door on dispenser models:
•The framless method involves fabricating two separate panels for above and below the dispenser that slide in from the handle side of the door.
•The framed method involves fabricating a single overlay panel and attaching two separate sets of spacer and backer panels above and below the dispenser cutout (see facing page). The completed panel slides into place as a single unit.
IMPORTANT: The dispenser is recessed behind the overlay panel for the freezer door. The edges of the overlay panel around the bottom of the dispenser may be exposed to water during normal use. Seal the area around the dispenser to prevent water seepage and damage. It is suggested that the edges of the panel around the bottom the dispenser be covered by waterproof material to prevent damage to the finish over time.
Overlay Panel
Spacer Panel
Backer Panel
5/8" to 3/4 " |
| 1/4" |
(1.6 to1.9 cm) | 1/8" | |
| (6.4 mm) | |
| (3.2 mm) |
|
Spacer Panel
1/8" | Overlay Panel | |
(3.2mm) | ||
|
Backer Panel
Door
1" minimum* (2.5 cm)
Door/Grille Trim
Offset Dimension
*The spacer panel offset must be a minimum of 1” (2.5 cm) from all four edges of each backer panel, including the edges next to the dispenser (on dispenser models).
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