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3.Replace the door stop screw or screws in the bottom hinge and tighten.
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A.130°
B.110° (Overlay series)
C.90°
Install Side Panel
If the
IMPORTANT: KitchenAid is not responsible for the removal or addition of molding or decorative panels that would prevent the refrigerator from being serviced.
1.For the inside side trim piece, slide the front edge of the routed side panel into the trim piece.
2.Nail the rear edge of the panel to the support board.
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A. Support board
B. Side trim piece
Install Base Grille
There are 2 pieces to the base grille to allow for a custom fit: the base grille itself and the skirt. The skirt can be added to the base grille in order to extend it all the way to the floor.
1.Open the refrigerator door and measure the distance from the bottom of the refrigerator cabinet to the floor.
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A.Floor
B.Refrigerator cabinet bottom
C.Distance to be measured
2.Measure this same distance from the top of the base grille to the closest “V” groove on the skirt. Use a knife to score down the “V” groove and break the skirt at the score line.
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A. Grille and skirt assembly
B. Measured distance from above in step 2
C. Score “V” groove
3.Slide the skirt onto the base grille.
4.Then attach the base grille to the cabinet with the 2 screws provided.
Complete Installation
1.Turn the water supply line valve to the “Open” position.
2.Turn the refrigerator switch to the ON position. Wait a few minutes. Check the water line connections for leaks.
3.Remove all boxes, parts packages and packing materials from the interior of the refrigerator. See the “Cleaning” section in the Use & Care Guide for instructions. Remove the protective film and cardboard from the grille and doors or door frame, depending on your model.
4.Install the shelves and bins in the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
5.The controls are preset at the factory to the midpoint setting. Check to be sure that the compressor is operating properly and that all the lights are working.
6.Flush the water system before use. See the “Water System Preparation” section in the Use & Care Guide.
7.If construction will continue after the refrigerator has been installed, set the controls to OFF.
To get the most efficient use from your new
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