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ZIR36N Refrigerator
ZIF36N Freezer Design Information
Designed to be installed flush or semi-flush with
surrounding cabinetry. Cutout dimensions, clearances
and side panel sizes are determined by the many
installation options available. Side panels must be used
whenever the sides of the refrigerator will be exposed.
Side panels are not required when installed into an
enclosure or between pantry and oven cabinets.
IMPORTANT– Side panels, 1/2" minimum thickness are
required when using FRAMELESS CABINETS.
• Field installed custom panels, Lexan®or stainless steel
panels are required. The door and grille panel sizes
vary to accommodate the kit being used.
• The supplied toekick is vented and must remain
unobstructed for proper air circulation.
Optional Panel Kits:
• ZWBR36: Black Lexan®Panel Kit
• ZWWR36: White Lexan®Panel Kit
• ZWSR36: Stainless Steel Panel Kit
Optional Custom Trim Kits:
• ZKHR1: For installation of a custom handle of your
choice onto a 1/4" Panel.
• ZKTR36LH or ZKTR36RH: For installation of a 3/4" thick
custom panel.
• ZKHTR1: For installation of a custom handle of your
choice onto a 3/4" thick panel. (This kit must be used in
combination with ZKTR36LH or ZKTR36RH).
• ZKHRSS1: Tubular Stainless Steel handle for 1/4" thick
panel.
• ZKHTRSS1: Tubular Stainless Steel handle for 3/4" thick
panel.
•ZGC2: 1/4" grille panel frame side pieces for 83-1/2" and
84-1/2" installation heights. (Factory set for 84").
•ZUG75: Unified 3/4" Grille Panel for side by side
installations. This kit must be used in combination with
ZKTR36LH and ZKTR36RH kits.
Additional Specifications
• A 115 volt 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power supply is
required. An individual properly grounded branch
circuit or circuit breaker is recommended. Install a
properly grounded
3-prong electrical receptacle recessed into the back
wall. Electrical must be located on rear wall as shown.
• Water line can enter opening through the floor or
back wall. The water line should be 1/4" O.D. copper
tubing or GE SmartConnect™ kit between the cold
water line and water connection location, long enough
to extend to the front of the refrigerator. Installation of
an easily accessible shut off valve is required.
* 36" Min. for a flush installation into an enclosure.
* 35-1/2" Min. for a semi-flush installation into an
enclosure.
NOTE: Additional cutout width may be required when
side panels are used. Add side panel thickness to the
finished cutout width to calculate rough-in width.
See installation examples, pages 4 and 5.
Clearances:
When installed into a corner:
Allow 25" for a full 130°door swing. Allow 15" for pan
removal. Allow 4" min. clearance when door swing is
adjusted to a 90°opening for pan access, but pan
removal is restricted. Order WX14X99 adjustable door
stop to reduce door swing to as little as 90°.
10-3/4" Max.
10" Min.
24-3/4"
35" Case
36" Overall
84-1/2" Max.
83-1/2" Min.
4"
73-1/2"
26-3/4"
6"
*Finished Width
Wall View
(not to Scale)
Locate Grounded
Electrical outlet
Within Solid
Area Above84 1/2" max
83 1/2" min
Finished
Opening
75" From
Floor to
Bottom of
Electrical Area
5"
5" 3 1/2"
5"
3 1/2"
2 1/2"
Locate Freezer Water
Supply Within
Shaded Area
Custom Panel Dimensions
36" Refrigerators, Freezers