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3. Continue adjusting all of the leveling legs to raise the
refrigerator until the top is within at least 1" (2.54cm) of the
top soffit.
NOTE: If an anti-tip board has been used, adjust the leveling
legs until the top of the refrigerator is within ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) of
the bottom of the anti-tip board as shown. Do not crush the
compressor cover.
IMPORTANT: Adjust in small increments to keep from
damaging the cabinet trim and causing problems with the
door alignment or top grille fit. To avoid damage to the
cabinet or leveling legs, do not apply more than 50 inch-
pounds (5.65Nm) of torque to the leveling bolts. The leveling
legs can be extended to a maximum of 1¹⁄₄" (3.18 cm) below
the rollers.
4. For Classic and Overlay models, additional adjustments may
be needed after the custom panels are installed.
Install Classic Series Custom Panels
IMPORTANT: KitchenAid is not responsible for the removal or
addition of molding or decorative panels that would not allow
access to the refrigerator for service.

Door Panels

1. Remove all tape and door bracing from the refrigerator and
freezer doors.
2. Remove the screws that attach the handles to the door
frame.
3. Slide the decorative door panels into the door frames.
4. If needed, route the door panels or install a filler panel
between the doors and the decorative panels. See the
“Classic Series Custom Panels” section in “Installati on
Requirements.”
5. Replace the door handles. Install the top screw on each
handle first. Be sure that the top of both door handles are
aligned.
6. If the door handles are not aligned, loosen all handle screws
and adjust door handles up or down. Tighten the screws.
7. Check refrigerator level and adjustment. Adjust if needed.

Top Grille Panel

1. Grasp both ends of the top grille.
2. Push straight up, then pull straight out. Place the top grille
panel-side down on a soft working surface.
3. Remove one end cap by loosening the nuts and sliding off the
end cap.
A.Center board
¹⁄₄
" (6.35 mm) max. above refrigerator
B.Two 2" x 4" x 32" (5 cm x 10 cm x 81 cm) boards
C.Attach to studs with six #8 x 3" (7.6 cm) screws
D.Compressor cover

BA

C

2" (5 cm)
D
¹⁄₄" (6 mm)
max.
A.Panels
A.Top grille
B.Cabinet side trim
A.Bottom rail
B.Nuts
C.End cap
D.Top rail
AA
B BA
C
B
A
D