•Reinstall handle on opposite side locating notches on inside of handle trim. Slide handle down until handle locks into place. Tap top of handle with rubber mallet to insure snug fit. End of trim should be flush with top of door.
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BRefrigerator handle
•Fasten top door cap securely over top of door by replacing screws.
•Remove top door cap of freezer from top of freezer door with screwdriver.
•Transfer hinge socket plug on top of freezer door to opposite hinge socket.
•To reverse freezer handle and trim, follow step 5. Note: Freezer trim does not have plastic tab or alternate trim for stainless steel models.
•Replace top door cap with screwdriver.
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7.Replace doors:
•Rehang freezer door by setting freezer door hinge socket on bottom hinge pin.
•While supporting freezer door, insert internal support rod into hinge socket, and install center hinge pin into the center hinge bracket.
•Tighten down center hinge pin with a ¼" hex nut driver to hold door in place. Make sure fit is snug.
•Locate 3 plugs at top of cabinet. Transfer plugs to holes left by hinge removal.
•Locate new top hinge found in literature assembly. Assemble top hinge, hinge shim(s), and positioning shim together. Attach loosely to opposite side of cabinet to allow for door clearance.
•Set refrigerator door on center hinge pin.
•While supporting refrigerator door, use a dime to
space door 11/16" (18 mm) from cabinet. Use plastic shims behind center hinge to provide more space if required.
•Handle side of door should be approximately 1/8" (3 mm) higher than hinge side of door. Door will become level when it is loaded with food.
•Tighten all top hinge screws to secure refrigerator door. Snap on hinge cover.
1/8"
(3 mm)
11/16" (18 mm)
8.Check unit for proper leveling following instructions in section titled Leveling Refrigerator, starting with step three.
Install Decorator Panels (some models)
!WARNING
To avoid personal injury or property damage, fresh food panel should not weigh more than 30 lbs (14 kgs) and freezer panel should not weigh more than 15 lbs (7 kgs).
If raised panels are used, allow 2½" minimum clearance between raised edge of panel and refrigerator handle.
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A2½" clearance from raised panel edge to edge of door.
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