5.Remove the Phillips screw (on some models) from each side of drawer rail assembly (see Graphic
NOTE: Do not remove
6.Lift front handle of freezer drawer to disengage drawer rail hooks from interior rail assembly. Lift drawer out.
Freezer Drawer Replacement
IMPORTANT: Two individuals may be required to complete this procedure.
1.Extend both interior rail assemblies to full length on each side of cabinet.
2.Locate notches in both interior rail extensions (see Graphic
3.Align tabs on outside edge of drawer rail assemblies with notches in both rail extensions.
4.Insert tabs into notches (see Graphic
5.Replace the Phillips screws (on some models) on both rail extensions (see Graphic
6.Replace bottom basket by placing basket into rail guides.
7.Slide top basket into upper compartment.
Door and Hinge Removal
IMPORTANT:
■Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
■All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after “Final Steps.”
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Tools Needed: ⁵⁄₁₆ in., ³⁄₈ in., ¹⁄₄ in.
1.Keep the refrigerator door closed until you are ready to lift it free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.
2.Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.
3.Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the Bottom Hinge graphic.
Door Reversal (on some models)
IMPORTANT:
■Stainless steel refrigerator doors are not reversible.
■If you want to reverse your
Door Stop Screw | Door Handle Seal Screw Front |
Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug |
Cabinet
1.Remove hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side (see Graphic
2.Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top with flat blade screwdriver tip wrapped in masking tape and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see Graphic
Refrigerator door
1.Remove refrigerator handle assembly including the mounting posts and screws. Keep all parts together (see Graphic 2).
2.Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 5).
3.Remove door stop from bottom edge of refrigerator door. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 3).
4.Attach door handle mounting posts to opposite side of the door.
5.Position refrigerator handle over mounting posts as shown (see Graphic 2). Drive two set screws in sides of handle.
6.Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and freezer compartment door are in place.
Door and Hinge Replacement
NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.
1.Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten screws. Replace the refrigerator door.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.
2.Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown (see Top Hinge graphic). Do not tighten screws completely.
3.Line up the door so that the bottom of the refrigerator door aligns evenly with the top of the freezer drawer. Tighten all screws.
Final Steps
1.Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are in place. Reinstall top hinge cover (see Top Hinge graphic).
2.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
3.Reset the controls (see “Using the Controls” section).
4.Return all removable door parts to doors and food to product.
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