GE 162D9617P008 Preparing to install the refrigerator, Refrigerator Location, Clearances

Preparing to install the refrigerator.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Water Supply to the Icemaker

You will need to connect the icemaker to a cold	A water supply kit (containing copper tubing,
water line.	shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is available
	at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and
	Accessories, 800-626-2002.

Refrigerator Location

Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded.

Clearances

Safety Instructions Operating Instructions

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections.

	24′ Model	28′ Model	30′ Model
Sides	1/8″ (3 mm)	1/8″ (3 mm)	1/8″ (3 mm)
Top	1″ (25 mm)	1/8″ (3 mm)	1/8″ (3 mm)
Back	1/2″ (13 mm)	1/2″ (13 mm)	1/2″ (13 mm)

If built-in, allow 7/8 ″ (22 mm) for hinge covers.

If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side, allow 3/4″ (19 mm) on each side for a 90° door opening.

90°

Installation Instructions

Leveling Rollers

The rollers have 2 purposes:

1	The rollers can be adjusted so the refrigerator is
	firmly positioned on the floor and does not rock

back and forth.

2 Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.

To adjust the rollers, remove the base grille by pulling it out at the bottom.

Turn the two front roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it. Use a 3/8″ socket wrench, adjustable wrench or pliers.

Front Roller	Front Roller
Adjusting Screw	Adjusting Screw

Rear Roller Adjusting Screw	Rear Roller Adjusting Screw
(on Built-In Style models only).	(on Built-In Style models only).
Use this screw if the refrigerator	Use this screw if the refrigerator
has one.	does not have the screw pictured
	to the left.

Built-In Style models also have rear adjustable rollers so you can align the refrigerator with your kitchen cabinets. Use a 5/16″ socket wrench to turn the screws for the rear rollers—clockwise to raise it, counterclockwise to lower it.

Troubleshooting Tips

Customer Service

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