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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 “Installation
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.
4. Slide the backer panel into the top grille channel and reattach
the end cap.
5. Replace the top grille in the cabinet side trims and pull the
panel down slightly to lock it into place.
Install Overlay Series Custom Panels
IMPORTANT:
■Install the custom handles prior to installing the panels on
the refrigerator. For more information on KitchenAid
custom handle selection, refer to the KitchenAid Catalog,
visit www.kitchenaid.com, or call 1-800-442-9991.
In Canada, visit www.KitchenAid.ca, or call
1-800-806-6777.
■Create custom door overlay panels according to the
specifications in the “Overlay Series Custom Panels”
section.
■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 Panel Installation

1. Remove all tape and door bracing from the refrigerator and
freezer doors.
2. Open the refrigerator and freezer compartment doors.
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
A. Backer panel
A. Top grille
B. Cabinet side trim
A
B BA