4.While holding the handle, insert the short end of the hex key into the upper hole and slightly rotate the hex key until it is engaged in the setscrew.

5.Using a clockwise motion, tighten the setscrew until it begins to contact the shoulder screw.

6.Repeat steps 4 and 5 to begin fastening the lower setscrew.

7.Once both setscrews have been partially tightened as outlined in the previous steps, fully tighten both the upper and lower setscrews.

IMPORTANT: When the screws feel tight, tighten them an additional quarter-turn. The handle is not properly installed without this extra tightening.

8.Open the refrigerator door and close the freezer door. Repeat steps 2 through 7 to install the other handle onto the freezer door with the setscrews facing the refrigerator.

9.Save the hex key and all instructions.

To Remove the Handles:

1.While holding the handle, insert the short end of the hex key into the lower setscrew hole and slightly rotate the hex key until it is engaged in the setscrew.

2.Using a counterclockwise motion, loosen the setscrew a quarter-turn at a time.

3.Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the upper setscrew. Gently pull the handle away from the door.

4.If necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the shoulder screws from the door.

Style 2 - Slide-on

PARTS INCLUDED: Door handles (2)

To Install the Handles:

1.Remove the handles, which are packed inside the refrigerator.

NOTE: To avoid damaging the handles, place them on a towel or other soft surface.

2.Place the handle on the shoulder screws, which are mounted on the freezer door. Apply firm pressure on the handle to slide it down onto the shoulder screws.

NOTE: Do not push the handle toward the door; this can damage the door. Apply only downward pressure.

3.Repeat the previous steps to install the refrigerator door handle.

4.Save all instructions.

To Remove the Handles:

1.Lift the handle directly upward, and pull it off of the door.

2.If necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the shoulder screws from the door.

NOTE: Some models have mounting brackets connected to the shoulder screws.

LocationRequirements

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for ¹⁄₂" (1.25 cm) of space on each side and at the top. Allow for 1"

(2.54 cm) of space behind the refrigerator. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave a 2" (5.08 cm) minimum space on each side (depending on your model) to allow the doors to swing open.

1/2" (1.25 cm)

2" (5.08 cm)

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