GE 49-60080 7-00 JR Preparing to install the refrigerator, Refrigerator Location, Clearances

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Preparing to install the refrigerator.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Water Supply to the Icemaker (on some models)

If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be connected to a cold water line.

Refrigerator Location

A water supply kit (containing copper tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 800-626-2002.

Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures.

Clearances

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

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

Sides 5/8″ (15 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm)

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

Back 1″ (25 mm)

If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side, allow the following door clearances:

20′, 22′, and 25′ models	3/4″ (19 mm)
27′ models	11/2″ (38 mm)

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Rollers

The rollers have 3 purposes:

1 Rollers adjust so the door closes easily when opened about halfway. [Raise the front about 5/8″ (15 mm) from the floor.]

To assure that the doors will close automatically from a halfway open position, there is a built-in tilt from the front to the back of the cabinet. Side-by- side refrigerators also have specially designed door hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened, allowing the force of gravity to help close them securely.

2 Rollers adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble.

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

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

Turn the roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it. Use an adjustable wrench (3/8″ hex head bolt) or pliers.

To replace base grille, align prongs on back of grille with clamps in cabinet and push forward until grille snaps into place.