Panel Kit Installation Requirements
See the “Models” section to see the panel kit options available for your model.
IMPORTANT:
■A Panel Kit installation can be achieved with either a 24"
(60.9 cm) or 25" (63.5 cm) deep opening.
■A standard grille is used to achieve a Panel Kit installation. Use the standard grille bracket (provided with refrigerator) to attach the standard grille.
■The grille panel height, shown in the Standard Installation Flush Grille graphic, allows for an air gap critical to refrigerator performance.
Standard Grille Bracket
Panel Kit Installation - Side View
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Panel Kit Installation - Full Product View
Custom Wood Overlay Panels
Custom wood overlay panels allow you to blend the exterior of your refrigerator into the overall kitchen décor, and to use custom handles for additional design flexibility.
In some cases, your cabinet manufacturer may choose to work with one panel routed for the different dimensions. Follow these panel dimension and placement instructions to be sure that the custom wood overlay panels will fit properly.
IMPORTANT:
■The weight of the refrigerator door wood overlay panel cannot exceed 66 lbs (29.9 kg) for 48" models or 65 lbs (29.5 kg) for 42" models.
■The weight of the freezer door wood overlay panel cannot exceed 50 lbs (23 kg) for 48" models or 49 lbs (22.2 kg) for 42" models.
■The weight of the top grille wood overlay panel cannot exceed 8 lbs (3.6 kg) for 48" models or 7 lbs (3.2 kg) for 42" models.
■The required thickness for all panels is ³⁄₄" (1.91 cm).
■This installation does not require filler or backer panels.
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