Bosch B36IT71SNS - 20 cu. Ft. Refrigerator User manual

B36IT71SNS
B36IT71SN
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............ 4
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION.......... 23
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN ...... 43

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Content
Before you Begin ........................................................................................................................................ 4
General ......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Definitions ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
Important information .................................................................................................................................... 4
Installation options ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Individual unit ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Individual appliances with partition ................................................................................................................ 5
At the end of the kitchen units ....................................................................................................................... 5
Installation location ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Installation room ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Installation cavity ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Furniture/fixtures ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Base ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Connecting the power ................................................................................................................................ 7
Connecting the water ................................................................................................................................. 7
Installation dimensions ............................................................................................................................... 8
Appliance dimensions ................................................................................................................................ 9
Required accessories and tools ................................................................................................................ 10
Supplied accessories .................................................................................................................................... 10
Optional accessories ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Other required accessories from specialist outlets ......................................................................................... 10
Tools ............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Other ............................................................................................................................................................ 10
Installation instructions .............................................................................................................................. 11
1. Checking the installation cavity .............................................................................................................. 11
2. Transport of the appliance ..................................................................................................................... 11
3. Removing the packaging ....................................................................................................................... 12
4. Installation preparation ........................................................................................................................... 13
5. Preparing the installation cavity .............................................................................................................. 13
6. Attaching an alternative anti-tip device ................................................................................................... 14
7. Preparing to connect the water ............................................................................................................. 15
8. Attaching the edge protection ............................................................................................................... 15
9. Pushing the appliance into the installation cavity .................................................................................... 16
10. Removing stainless steel front panel from the freezer compartment drawer ........................................... 17
11. Aligning the appliance ............................................................................................................................ 17
12. Attaching the appliance in the cavity ...................................................................................................... 18
13. Connecting the water to the appliance .................................................................................................. 19
14. Attaching the toe kick panel .................................................................................................................. 19
15. Attaching stainless steel front panel to the freezer compartment drawer ................................................ 20
16. Commissioning the appliance ................................................................................................................ 21
17. Attaching the covers .............................................................................................................................. 21
18. Adjusting the door opening angle (refrigerator compartment door) ......................................................... 21
19. Changing the door spring ...................................................................................................................... 22

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Before you Begin
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
mWARNING
These appliances are top-heavy and must be secured to
prevent the possibility of tipping forward. Anti-tip protection
is required.
Keep doors closed until the appliance is completely installed
and secured per installation instructions.
Due to the weight and size of this appliance, and to reduce
the risk of personal injury or damage to the product –
TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR PROPER
INSTALLATION.
This appliance must be properly grounded. See the section
on “Connecting the power”.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose.
Immediately repair or replace electric service cords that
become frayed or damaged.
Unplug the appliance or switch off the fuse before cleaning
or making repairs.
Repairs should be made by a qualified service technician.
mCAUTION
Skill - Level - Installation of this appliance requires basic
mechanical, carpentry and plumbing skills.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not covered
under the Appliance Warranty.
See the Owner's Manual for warranty information.
mIMPORTANT
Save these instructions for local inspector's use. Observe all
governing codes and ordinances.
Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions with
the Consumer.
Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions with your
Owner's Manual for future reference.
General
These installation instructions are intended for use by
qualified installers. All connections for water, electrical power
and grounding must comply with local codes and ordinances
and be made by licensed personnel when required.
In the absence of a local code:
– In the U.S.A., in accordance with the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA70 - latest edition/State and
Municipal codes and/or local codes.
– In Canada, in accordance with the Canadian Electric
Code C22.1 - latest edition/Provincial and Municipal
codes and/or local codes.
Definitions
Important information
The importance of complying with all regulations and
instructions in this installation manual cannot be emphasised
enough. The installation should be carried out by a qualified
fitter.
Before starting the installation, always read this installation
manual in full. It contains important details which the fitter
must observe. Provided this manual is read thoroughly,
the installation will be simple, trouble-free and,
most importantly, safe.
mWARNING m
WARNING – This indicates that death or serious
injuries may occur as a result of not observing this
warning.
mCAUTION m
CAUTION – This indicates that minor or moderate
injuries or damage may occur as a result of not
observing this warning.
NOTE
IMPORTANT NOTE / NOTE – This is used to draw
the user's attention to something in particular.

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Installation options
The different installation options are limited only by the design
of the kitchen and the function of the finger guard.
Individual unit
Individual appliances with partition
– When dimensioning the partition for model 2, note the
thickness of the furniture fronts to prevent damage if the
doors are opened at the same time.
– Use the Extreme Combination Side-by-Side Heating kit
if the gap between the appliances is less than 6"
(160 mm).
See the section on “Optional accessories”.
– Minimum thickness of the partition 5/8" (16 mm).
At the end of the kitchen units
If one side of the appliance is visible, a side panel must be
used.
The side panel must be connected firmly to the wall, the floor
and overhead furniture/fixtures before the appliance is placed
in the cavity.
The dimensions of the side panel are taken from the opposite
cavity wall. During installation ensure that the cavity is square
and the exact size.
1.
2.

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Installation location
Installation room
The appliance should be installed in a dry, ventilated room.
The ambient temperature should not drop below
55 °F (13 °C) or rise above 110 °F (43 °C), otherwise
malfunctions may occur.
The installation location should not be exposed to direct
sunlight and not placed near a heat source, such as an oven,
radiator, etc. If installation next to a heat source is
unavoidable, use a suitable insulating plate or observe the
following minimum distances from the heat source:
–1
1/4" (30 mm) from an electric cooker,
– 12" (300 mm) from an oil or solid-fuel cooker.
Installation cavity
It is important to observe the specified dimensions of the
installation cavity for a trouble-free installation of the
appliance and for the subsequent general view of the
furniture front.
In particular ensure that the cavity is square.
Squareness can be checked by suitable means, e.g. spirit
level, diagonal measurements, etc..
The side walls of the cavity must be flush.
The minimum thickness of side walls and the top wall must
be 5/8" (16 mm).
The minimum thickness of toe kick panel must
be 1/2" (13 mm).
A thickness of 3/4" (19 mm) is recommended.
Furniture/fixtures
The new appliance is screwed securely to adjacent and
overhead furniture/fixtures.
For this reason it is essential that all attachable furniture/
fixtures are connected securely to the base or the wall by
suitable means.
Base
To ensure that the appliance is installed securely and
functions properly, the base must be flat and level.
The base must be made of a hard, rigid material.
The installation area must be the same height as the rest of
the room.
On account of the heavy weight of a fully loaded appliance,
a load-bearing base is required. If in doubt, contact an
architect or a building expert.
mWARNING m
Do not install the appliance:
– outdoors,
– in an environment with dripping water,
– in rooms which are at risk of frost.
Appliance is very heavy – for empty weight see the
following table:
BM (Bottom Mount) 36" approx. 430 Ibs / 195 kg mWARNING m
A fully-load appliance is very heavy – for the load-
bearing capacity at least see the following table:
BM (Bottom Mount) 36" approx. 1200 Ibs / 540 kg

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Connecting the power
The appliance comes with a 3-wire power supply cord,
UL listed in the USA.
The appliance requires a 3-wire receptacle.
The receptacle must be installed by a licensed electrician
only.
The socket must be fused with a 10 to 16 A fuse.
Please observe in this coherence the following table:
Orient ground prong to the bottom as shown in the pictures.
For the installation position of the receptacle see “Installation
dimensions”.
Additional grounding procedure
Some local regulations may require a separate ground. In
such cases, the required accessory ground wire, clamp and
screw must be purchased separately.
Never ground the appliance to plastic plumbing lines, gas
lines or water pipes.
Grounding instruction
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of
a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the
electric current.
Connecting the water
A cold water connection is required for operation of the
automatic ice maker. The water pressure must be between
25 and 120 p.s.i. (1.72–8.25 bar). The installation must
comply with local plumbing regulations.
A separate shut-off valve must be installed for the appliance
water connection.
The shut-off valve for the water connection must not be
behind the appliance. It is recommended to place the shut-
off valve directly next to the appliance (base unit) or in another
easily accessible location.
When installing the water connection, observe the permitted
installation areas for the pipe. For the permitted installation
areas and dimensions see “Installation dimensions”.
The supply pipe can be located at the side on the right (a), at the
side on the left (b) or underneath (c).
Maximum outer diameter of
the water pipe (without fittings): 13/32" (10 mm).
Attach a separate shut-off valve for the water connection in
a suitable, easily accessible location.
Do not use a self-piercing valve!
mWARNING m
Electrical Shock Hazard
– Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
– Do not remove ground prong.
– Do not use an adapter.
– Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Appliance Maximum load at one time
Bottom Freezer 36“ 6.0 Ampere
mWARNING m
Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor may result in electric shock. Have the
appliance checked by a qualified electrician or service
technician if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance has been properly grounded.
mCAUTION m
Only connect the appliance to drinking water!

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Installation dimensions
Single installation
Legend:
AArea for installation of the power connection
BArea for installation of the water connection
DOpening depth of niche, depending on kitchen design
D = 24" (610 mm) minimum
NOTE: Cavity must be suare.
Side wall of the cavity must be flush

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Appliance dimensions
Legend:
a) Adjustment in levelling legs +13/8" (35 mm) / –1/2" (13 mm).
b) Dimensions may vary.
d) This dimension may vary depending on installation, panel
thickness and kitchen hardware.
e) Unit dimensions
f) Wooden door panel dimensions

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Required accessories and tools
Supplied accessories
– Installation instructions
– Operating instructions
– Installation kit
Optional accessories
Extreme Combination Side-by-Side Heating kit
If the gap between the appliances is less than 6" (160 mm).
Other required accessories from
specialist outlets
Ice maker installation kit 1/4" OD copper line
For connecting appliances which require water, e.g. for an
ice maker.
Maximum outer diameter of the water pipe
(without fittings): 13/32" (10 mm).
Tools
– Cordless screwdriver T20
– Torx screwdriver T20
– Torx bit T20 + magnetic holder
–5/16" (8 mm) hex nut driver
– Wood drills in different sizes
– Open end wrench 1/2" (SW 13 mm)
– Multigrip pliers
– Adjustable wrench
– Cutter with adjustable blade
– Metal tape measure
–Square
– Spirit level length 2' (60 cm) and 4' (1,2 m)
– Marking-out level, length at least 4' (1.2 m) for individual
appliances or 7' (2.0 m) for Side-by-Side installation
Other
–Stepladder
– Dolly, hand truck
– Hammer drill for drilling holes in wall or floor
– Bits according suitable for material and in different sizes
– Wooden beam (cross section min. 3" x 4"
(75 x 100 mm²) as an alternative tilt protection,
length according to the width of the installation cavity
– Wooden screws in different sizes
– Thin (max. 1/16" (1.5 mm)), suitable material to protect
the floor from damage (e.g. lino)
– Suitable material for covering and protecting furniture
(e.g. protective sheets)
– Adhesive tape
NOTE
Before using, check whether the removed adhesive
tape leaves adhesive residue on the work surfaces!
Otherwise do not use on high-quality work surfaces.

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Installation instructions
1. Checking the installation cavity
Before starting the installation, check that the installation
cavity complies with all requirements for a safe and trouble-
free installation.
Check the base.
Follow the instructions in the section on “Installation
location”.
Check the dimensions of the cavity.
Check that the cavity is square.
Check location of the socket.
Also follow the instructions in the section on
“Connecting the power” and in the section on
“Installation dimensions”.
Check location of the water connection (only for
appliances with ice maker).
Also follow the instructions in the section on
“Connecting the water”.
Check attachment of the adjacent furniture/fixtures.
All furniture parts in the vicinity of the appliance must
be connected securely to the wall.
Check that adjacent furniture/fixtures do not collide
(door opening angle).”
2. Transport of the appliance
Transport the appliance to a suitable installation location
with suitable means of transportation (trolley, lifting truck
or hand-driven truck).
Secure the appliance during transportation to prevent it
from overturning.
The appliance is 84“ (2134 mm) tall. If the appliance cannot
be transported in an upright position due to the structural
conditions, the appliance can be transported horizontally.
When erecting the appliance, observe the required minimum
height at the installation location according to the following
table:
mCAUTION m
To ensure a safe, trouble-free installation and an
optimum overall view of the subsequent furniture front,
thoroughly check that the installation cavity complies
with the installation requirements.
mCAUTION m
The appliance is very heavy. Be careful, otherwise
people who are helping may be injured or the
appliance may be damaged.
Erection via appliance rear Erection via appliance
side panel
86“ / 2185 mm Never put the appliance
up via its side!

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3. Removing the packaging
To protect the base from damage during installation:
Attach a residual piece of carpet, lino, etc. to the floor
with adhesive tape in front of the intended installation
location.
Move the appliance with a hand truck securely.
Remove transportation packaging:
– Using adhesive tape, attach the power cord to the
back of the appliance.
– Remove transportation protection devices and lift
appliance off the pallet – appliance is very heavy!
– Remove accessories from the outside of the
appliance.
– Keep adhesive tape which was used to attach the
supplied accessories to the appliance.
It is used subsequently for attaching the edge
protection to the cavity walls (see Section 8.).
– Carefully open the appliance – risk of tipping over –
and remove accessories and installation materials
from inside the appliance. Close doors again!
Check appliance for damage in transit.
Do not install the appliance if it is visibly damaged. If in
doubt, contact your dealer.
mWARNING m
– The appliance may tip over while it is being
unpacked.
– The appliance is very heavy.
– When opening the appliance door, the appliance
may tip forwards.
Be careful, otherwise people who are helping may be
injured or the appliance may be damaged.
mCAUTION m
Do not remove transportation protection device (A)
from the underside of the freezer compartment drawer.
Do not damage finger guard (B) while performing the
following steps.
Do not remove transportation safety devices which
protect the shelves and storage compartments inside
the appliance until the installation is complete,
otherwise the parts may be damaged.
mCAUTION m
Care should be taken when closing the door. The
folding rail attached to the door of the refrigerator
compartment has to be folded if the door are closed.
Risk of damage!
A
BB

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4. Installation preparation
Unpack installation materials and accessories.
To improve allocation to the work steps, the packages are
identified differently.
To do this, comply with the overview sheet attached to the
appliance!
5. Preparing the installation cavity
The anti-tip-angles must have a minimum length of 41/8”
(105 mm) over the appliance to ensure a secure stand of the
appliance.
If this minimum length cannot be observed for structural
conditions it is possible to do this by fastening a spacer
behind the anti-tip angle, e. g. a sufficiently dimensioned
wood plank.
The length of the plank should correspond to the width of the
installation niche!
Specify the attachment points of the anti-tip-angles.
Specify the detailed dimensions according to the section
on “Installation dimensions”.
Attach the anti-tip-angles completely. Be sure screws
hold tight.
Fastening with wood screws
mWARNING m
Assure that there are no electrical wires or plumbing in
the area which the screws could penetrate.
Risk of injury and damage!
NOTE
– 2 anti-tip-angles are required for each appliance.
– The supplied set contains fastening screws for
various applications. Select the fastening screws
according to the local conditions.

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Fastening with dowels and screws
Not recommended for use in light-weight masonry material
such as block or brick.
Not recommended for use in new concrete which has not
had time to cure.
Do not use core drills to drill holes for this anchor.
6. Attaching an alternative anti-tip
device
Saw the wooden beam (cross section min. 3" x 4")
to the required length.
Length is equal to the width of the installation cavity!
Mark the installation height (lower edge of the beam) on
the rear panel of the cavity.
Select screws according to the thickness of the wooden
beam: length = min. 2.5 x beam thickness, diameter #12
or #14.
According to the subsurface:
Locate wall studs near the rear panel of the cavity and
mark drill holes in the beam
or
Fasten suitable dowel into the rear wall.
Predrill the wooden beam.
Attach the wooden beam to the rear panel of the cavity.
mCAUTION m
Always wear safety glasses and other necessary pro-
tective devices or apparel when installing or working
with anchors.
Risk of injury!
IMPORTANT NOTE
If the anti-tip brackets cannot be attached securely,
an alternative anti-tip device can be attached.
However, ensure that there is no play between the
appliance and the anti-tip device.
If possible, always screw the wooden beam to existing
studs on the rear panel of the cavity.
NOTE
– If the installation cavity is deeper than the
appliance, select a beam which has a larger cross
section or attach 2 beams.
– The beam must cover the appliance by
at least 2" (50.8 mm).
NOTE
Specify the number of screws according to the cavity
width, thereby ensuring that the beam can be
attached securely.

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7. Preparing to connect the water
(only for appliances which require a water connection)
Attach the connecting pipe to the shut-off valve
according to the instructions supplied by the
manufacturer of the ice maker installation kit.
Install the connecting pipe.
Always observe the indicated gap dimensions to prevent
damage to the connecting pipe when pushing in the
appliance.
Attach the connecting pipe to the floor with adhesive
tape.
8. Attaching the edge protection
To protect the corners of the installation cavity, attach
the supplied protective brackets with adhesive tape.
mCAUTION m
Turn off the main water tap to prevent damage caused
by leaking water.

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9. Pushing the appliance into the installation cavity
Put the mains plug into the socket.
Prevent the power cord from becoming caught.
Tie a piece of string to the middle of the power cord and
feed forwards under the appliance. When pushing in the
appliance, pull the cable forwards.
or
Using adhesive tape, stick the power cord to the floor
centrally behind the appliance approx. 15" (380 mm)
away from the rear panel of the cavity.
Carefully push the appliance into the cavity. Insert
appliance straight! Push in the appliance until the frame
is situated on the cavity walls.
Remove the edge protection.
Remove transportation protection device from the
underside of the freezer compartment drawer.
Check function of the finger guard.
Open and close both doors of the refrigerator
compartment. The finger guard must slide smoothly in
the gap between the appliance and cavity wall.
mCAUTION m
Caution when pushing the appliance into the installation
cavity.
– Do not damage the water pipe or power cord
attached to the floor.
– Check finger guard on both sides when pushing the
appliance into the cavity. Immediately after pushing
the appliance into the cavity, check that it functions
by opening and closing the doors.
NOTE
When the floor or the appliance is tilted in comparison
to the installation cavity adjust height adjustable wheels
before you move the appliance into the installation
cavity.

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10. Removing stainless steel front panel
from the freezer compartment
drawer
Loosen and unscrew nuts on the top of the door.
However, do not turn the threaded bolts, otherwise
the door will no longer be aligned.
Do not loosen the screws on the left and right fixing
brackets. Do not unscrew the screws!
Pull the bottom of the stainless steel front panel away
from the door to remove the fixing brackets from the
screws. Then lift the door off the threaded bolts.
Place fixing brackets only loosely into the plates.
Ensure that you do not lose them.
Remove base panel from the appliance.
11. Aligning the appliance
Align the appliance with the furniture fronts.
The height-adjustable feet at the front and rear can all be
adjusted from the front.
Front: with open-ended wrench 1/2" (SW13)
Rear: with 5/16" (8 mm) hex nut driver via flexible shaft.
A mark is attached to the appliance base and is used as a
standard gage for height adjustment. When adjusting the
height, align this mark at a height of 11/4" (32 mm) above the
floor.
mCAUTION m
Never use a cordless screwdriver!
Risk of damage to the appliance.
NOTE
– Do not twist or jam the appliance inside the cavity!
When unscrewing the height-adjustable feet,
proceed gradually: Always alternate between left
and right, left and right, etc..
– The adjustment of the rear feet is facilitated if the
appliance is unloaded at the rear.
– If using a wooden beam as an alternative anti-tip
device according to point 6 of this installation
manual, rotate the appliance all the way towards the
wooden beam.

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Unscrew the height-adjustable feet until the mark on
the base has reached the indicated guide dimension
(11/4" / 32 mm).
Align the furniture fronts with the spirit level.
Before attaching the appliance in the cavity, check
– that the top and sides of the frame are situated on
the cavity front,
– that the finger guard functions by opening and
closing the two refrigerator compartment doors
several times.
12. Attaching the appliance in the cavity
Open one door of the refrigerator compartment.
Pull finger guard all the way out of the gap between the
appliance and cavity wall.
Screw the frame to the cavity wall through the gap
between the door and carcass (3 screws).
Under the freezer compartment drawer screw the frame
to the cavity wall (1 screw).
Open the other door of the refrigerator compartment
and pull out the finger guard. Screw frame to the cavity
wall (4 screws).
Push the finger guard through the frame recess into the
gap between the appliance and cavity wall
NOTE
It is very important to comply with this dimension for
the subsequent alignment of the furniture fronts.

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13. Connecting the water to the
appliance
Remove the cap from the appliance connection (1.).
Bend the water pipe according to the location of the
connection on the appliance (2.).
Push the union nut and seal onto the water pipe.
Push the end of the water pipe into the appliance
connection and screw on the union nut (3.).
Tighten hand-tight.
Using the open-ended wrench, tighten the union nut.
Do not overturn!
Open the shut-off valve and main water tap. Check the
connection on the shut-off valve and on the appliance
for leaks.
14. Attaching the toe kick panel
If required, cut the toe kick panel to the required length.
Attach the base panel to the appliance.
Remove the protective film from the adhesive pads on
the Velcro.
Fit the toe kick panel to the base panel and press firmly
into place.
Remove base panel from the appliance.
Put on the base panel (do not screw on) and measure
the difference in depth Ybetween the base panel and
toe kick panel of the adjacent furniture.
Remove the base panel.
Loosen the brackets for attaching the base panel and
push in all the way.
mCAUTION m
When bending the water pipe, do not kink it, otherwise
there is a risk of leaks and water damage.
NOTE
When connecting the water pipe to the solenoid valve
of the appliance, follow the instructions supplied by the
manufacturer of the ice maker installation kit enclosed
with the installation manual.
mCAUTION m
The maximum height of the toe kick panel is 4" from the
top of the floor. Do not cover ventilation slots in the base
panel. Risk of damage to the appliance.

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Pull out the brackets by the measured amount Y.
Screw the brackets tightly.
Attach the base panel.
15. Attaching stainless steel front panel
to the freezer compartment drawer
Hang stainless steel front panel over the threaded bolts.
Lift bottom of stainless steel front panel and push the
fixing brackets down over the screws.
When the freezer compartment door is closed, check
the depth of the stainless steel front panel with respect
to the adjacent furniture front panels.
If the depth alignment is correct, tighten the screws on
the fixing brackets.
Screw nuts onto the threaded bolts on top of the door.
Do not tighten yet.
Check lateral alignment of the stainless steel front panel.
If the lateral alignment is correct, tighten the nuts.
NOTE
If required, the toe kick panel can be screwed to the
base panel. There are screw holes in the base panel
near the Velcro.