Install Side Panel
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1.For inside side trim piece, slide front edge of routed side panel into trim piece.
2.Nail rear edge of panel to support board.
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1.Support board
2.Side trim piece
IMPORTANT: KitchenAid is not responsible for the removal or addition of molding or decorative panels that would prevent the refrigerator from being serviced.
Install Base Grille
1.Remove base grille, skirt and two screws from package taped to front of refrigerator.
2.Open refrigerator door and measure the distance from the bottom of refrigerator cabinet to the floor.
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3.Measure this same distance from the top of the bottom grille to the closest “V” groove on the grille skirt. Use a knife to score down the “V” groove and break skirt at the score line.
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1.Grille and skirt assembly
2.Measured distance from above in step 2
3.Score “V” groove
4.Slide skirt assembly onto bottom grille.
5.Attach the bottom grille and skirt assembly to the cabinet with the two screws.
Complete Installation
1.Turn water supply line valve to “Open” position.
2.Turn refrigerator switch to ON position. Wait a few minutes. Check water line connections for leaks.
3.Open appliance doors and remove all boxes, parts packages and packing materials. See the “Cleaning” section in the Use and Care Guide for instructions. Remove protective film from door frame.
4.Install shelves and bins in refrigerator and freezer compartments.
5.Set refrigerator and freezer compartment controls to the midpoint setting. Check that the compressor is operating properly and that all lights are working.
6.Flush water system before using. See the “Water System Prep” section in the Use and Care Guide.
NOTE: If construction will continue after refrigerator has been installed, set controls to OFF.
To get the most efficient use from your new
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1.Floor
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2.Refrigerator cabinet bottom
3.Distance to be measured
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