GE Monogram ZIR36ND User instructions

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ZIR36ND–GE Monogram 36" Built-In All-Refrigerator
Product Dimensions (in inches)
10-3/4" Max.
10" Min.
24-3/4"
35" Case
36" Overall
84-1/2" Max.
83-1/2" Min.
4"
73-1/2"
26-3/4"
Design Information
Designed to be installed flush or semi-flush with surrounding cabinetry. Cutout
dimensions, clearances and side panel sizes are determined by the many
installation options available. Side panels must be used whenever the sides of
the refrigerator will be exposed. Side panels are not required when installed
into an enclosure or between pantry and oven cabinets. IMPORTANT - Side
panels, 1/2" minimum thickness are required when using FRAMELESS
CABINETS.
•Field installed custom panels, Lexan®or stainless steel panels are required.
The door and grille panel sizes vary to accommodate the kit being used.
•The supplied toekick is vented and must remain unobstructed for proper
air circulation.
Optional Panel Kits:
•ZWBR36: Black Lexan®Panel Kit
•ZWWR36: White Lexan®Panel Kit
•ZWSR36: Stainless Steel Panel Kit
Optional Custom Trim Kits:
•ZKHR1: For installation of a custom handle of your choice onto a 1/4" Panel.
•ZKTR36LH or ZKTR36RH: For installation of a 3/4" thick custom panel.
•ZKHTR1: For installation of a custom handle of your choice onto a 3/4" thick
panel. (This kit must be used in combination with ZKTR36LH or ZKTR36RH).
•ZKHRSS1: Tubular Stainless Steel handle for 1/4" thick panel.
•ZKHTRSS1: Tubular Stainless Steel handle for 3/4" thick panel.
•ZGC2: 1/4" grille panel frame side pieces for 83-1/2" and 84-1/2" installation
heights. (Factory set for 84").
•ZWT1: White toekick (supplied toekick is black).
•ZFC1: Trim strip for side-by-side installation of
two products.
Additional Specifications
•A 115 volt 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power supply is required. An individual
properly grounded branch circuit or circuit breaker is recommended. Install a
properly grounded 3-prong electrical receptacle recessed into the back wall.
Electrical must be located on rear wall as shown.
•Water line can enter opening through the floor or back wall. The water line
should be 1/4" O.D. copper tubing between the cold water line and water
connection location, long enough to extend to the front of the refrigerator.
Installation of an easily accessible shut off valve is recommended.
Clearances:
•If the refrigerator or freezer is installed in a corner:
A 4" clearance is required on the hinge side for a 90°door opening and
access to fresh food drawers. A 10" clearance is required on the hinge side to
remove pans.
7 1/2"
74" From Floor
to Bottom
of Electrical
84 1/2" max
83 1/2" min
Finished
Opening
*Finished Width
Electrical
Area
5"
5"
5"
3 1/2"
24 3/4" Total
Depth
Water Supply 3 1/2"
Wall View
7"
* 36" Min. for a flush installation into an enclosure.
* 35-1/2" Min. for a semi-flush installation into an enclosure.
Note: Additional cutout width may be required when side panels
are used. Add side panel thickness to the finished cutout width to
calculate rough-in width.

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ZIR36ND–GE Monogram 36" Built-In All-Refrigerator
Flush or Semi-Flush Enclosure Installation
Monogram built-in refrigerators and freezers can be
installed flush with typical 24-3/4" deep cabinetry.
When installed semi-flush, the case trim will conceal
slight gaps around the enclosure. The refrigerator or
freezer will project forward approximately 3/4" beyond the
front face of surrounding cabinetry.
In any installation situation, a wide range of appearance
options can be accomplished through the use of one or
more trim kits.
Side Panel Requirements:
•Side panels are not required whenever the
refrigerator is installed into an enclosure or between pantry and oven
cabinets.
•Side panels are required whenever the sides of the refrigerator are
exposed.
•Side panel sizes vary depending on the type of installation being made.
To accomplish an attractive installation, you must:
1. Determine the need for side panels.
2. Determine side panel thickness.
3. Order matching side panels from the cabinet
manufacturer. Be sure to provide the exact Sdimensions.
Advanced Planning
True Flush Installation Semi-Flush Installation
True Flush Installation
In a flush installation,
the refrigerator doors
will align evenly with the
front face of adjacent cabinet
doors. The refrigerator blends
into the surrounding cabinetry.
Semi-Flush Installation
These refrigerators
can also be installed
semi-flush into an enclosure
using the minimum cutout
width. The case trim creates a
frame around the opening.
0"
3/4"
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ZIR36ND–GE Monogram 36" Built-In All-Refrigerator
Side By Side Installation of Freezer and Refrigerator
36"
84"
24-3/4"
36"
For a complete food storage center, install a Monogram
Freezer and Refrigerator side by side. For even more
capacity, install two refrigerators and one or two
freezers. Order ZFC1 Trim Kit to cover the side trim
and/or gap between the two products.
• The electrical and water locations must be located as
shown for either type of installation. A separate 115V,
60Hz. 20 amp power supply is recommended for each
product.
7 1/2"
74" From Floor
to Bottom
of Electrical
84 1/2" max
83 1/2" min
Finished
Opening
*Finished Width
Electrical
5"
5"
3 1/2"
24 3/4" Total
Depth
Water Supply
Wall View
7"
5"
7"
23 1/2"
26"
Freezer Refrigerator
*72" min. for a flush installation
71-1/2" min. for a semi-flush installation
Note: Additional cutout width may be required when side
panels are used. Add side panel thickness to the finished
cutout to calculate rough-in width.
1/4" Thick
Side Panels
35-1/2"
Finished Dim.
36"
Rough-In Dim.
ZFC1 Trim Kit is recommended to cover side trim
and/or gap between the two products.
Cabinet
Refrigerator door
Refrigerator
Cabinet
1/4" Thick
Side Panels
71-1/2"
Finished Dim.
72"
Rough-In Dim.
Refrigerator or Freezer
Refrigerator and Freezer
installed side-by-side
Installation Between Base and Wall Cabinet
Note: 1/4" thick side panels
can be inserted into the case
trim, making the rough-in the
same as the outside trim
width, 36”.

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37"
1/2" Thick
Side Panels
36"
Finished Dim.
Roughed-In Dim.
Note: 1/2" thick side panels shown. Side
panels can be any thickness. Add side panel
thickness to outside trim width, (36”or 72" for
two models) to calculate the rough-in
dimension. The leading (front) edge must be
finished to match surrounding cabinetry.
Cabinet
Refrigerator
Cabinet
Refrigerator door
Installation at End of Run
73"
1/2" Thick
Side Panels
72"
Finished Dim.
Rough-In Dim.
Refrigerator or Freezer Refrigerator and Freezer
installed side-by-side
ZIR36ND–GE Monogram 36" Built-In All-Refrigerator
Refrigerator
Cabinet
Refrigerator door
Side panels, 1/2" minimum thickness are required when using frameless cabinets. The side
panel acts as a spacer between the cabinet and the case trim and prevents interference
with cabinet door swing. The leading (front) edge must be finished to match surrounding
cabinetry.
Frameless Cabinets
1/2" To 3/4" Side Panels. Leading
Edge Flush With Cabinet
Accessory Panel Kits
These refrigerators and freezers require field installed door and
grille panels.The factory installed trim will accept accessory panel
kits. White or black Lexan®and stainless steel kits are available.
Panels are cut to size and ready to install. These panel kits must be
ordered separately.
ZWBR36, Black Lexan®Panels
ZWWR36, White Lexan®Panels
ZWSR36, Stainless Steel Panels
A wide range of custom appearance options can be created with
optional trim kits.
Accessory Panel Kits Advanced Planning Exterior Appearance Options
These refrigerators and freezers are designed to be customized
with decorator door and grille panels. Field installed custom door
and grille panels are required for these models.
Factory installed trim will accommodate 1/4" thick custom panels,
Lexan®or stainless steel panel kits.
Door and grille panel sizes vary to accommodate the kit being used.
Sizes are provided in this booklet.
Caution: Maximum door panel weight is 50 pounds.
Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the refrigerator will
be exposed. Side panel sizes vary depending on the installation.
3/4" thick custom panels-Without trim kits
A raised panel design, screwed or glued to a 1/4" thick backing can
be used.
You should:
1. Select the appearance option.
2. Order the trim kit for that option.
3. Order the custom door and grille panels from the cabinet
manufacturer. The exact dimension for each trim kit application is
provided in this booklet. Find and pull out the page for your
application and fax or send it to the cabinet manufacturer. The
cabinet manufacturer must have this information to construct the
panels accurately.
4. Determine the final installation situation and order matching
side panels.

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ZIR36N Refrigerator
ZIF36N Freezer
•1/4" Panel: Cut panels to size.
•Custom handle with 1/4" door panel requires Trim kits ZKHR1 or ZKHRSS1
for tubular stainless steel handles.
Standard Trim with Panels secured to 1/4" thick backing
•Applying a raised panel design to a 1/4" thick backing (screws or glued):
Cut 1/4" thick panels to size. Fabricate the raised panel to permit at least
2" fingertip clearance of the standard handle. 1-1/4" clearance from the
hinge side to avoid striking adjacent cabinetry and 5/16" from the top and
bottom edges to allow for the trim flange.
Note: ZKHTR1 custom handle kit cannot be used in this configuration.
Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim
1/4" Thick
Custom Panel
35-1/16"
68-7/8"
1/4" thick panels or
Panels secured to 1/4" thick backing
The grille panel frame is factory assembled for 84"
installation height. If installation height varies, order
ZGC2 trim kit that provides optional side trim pieces. Cut
grille panel to sizes shown below.
35 1/8"
8" 1/4" Thick Panel
Custom Grille Panel
1-1/4"
Clearance
hinge side
Appearance
Panel
1/4"
Thick
Backing
Raised Panel on 1/4" Thick Backing
Using Standard Handles
2" Clearance
handle Side Raised Panel
on 1/4" Thick
Backing With
Standard
Handles
5/16" Clearance
5/16" Clearance
5/16" Clearance
Important: Maximum panel is 50 pounds
Installation Height Panel Height
83-1/2" 7-1/2"
84-1/2" 8-1/2"

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ZIR36ND–GE Monogram 36" Built-In All-Refrigerator
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ZIR36N Refrigerator
ZIF36N Freezer
•The ZKTR36LH (or ZKTR36RH) trim kit provides for the installation of 3/4" thick
custom door and grille panels, using the supplied handle. Cut panel to size
and install.
Custom Door Panel Dimensions
3/4" Thick
Custom Panel
35 -1/16"
68-15/16"
Using Trim Kits ZKTR36LH or ZKTR36RH
3/4" thick panel with kit supplied handle
Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation height.
35 1/4"
A3/4" Thick Panel
Custom Grille Panel
Important: Maximum panel is 50 pounds
Installation Height Dimension A
83-1/2" 7-1/2"
84" 8-1/2"
84-1/2”8-3/4”
Important: Maintain 1-1/2”min. gap between top
of door and bottom of grille panel.

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ZIR36N Refrigerator
ZIF36N Freezer
•The ZKTR36LH (or ZKTR36RH) trim kit installed together with a ZKHTR1 custom
handle kit provides for the installation of 3/4" thick custom door and grille
panels with a custom handle of your choice. Order ZKHTRSS1 for a tubular
stainless steel handle. Cut panels to size, rout the handle side of the panel as
shown below and install.
Custom Door Panel Dimensions Using Standard Trim
3/4" Thick
Custom Panel
With Custom
Handle
35 1/4 "
68-15/16
Using Trim Kit ZKTR36LH or ZKTR36RH
3/4" thick panel with custom handle
Grille Panel height can vary to fill installation height.
35 1/4"
A3/4" Thick Panel
Custom Grille Panel
Important: Maximum panel is 50 pounds
Installation Height Dimension A
83-1/2" 7-1/2"
84" 8-1/2"
84-1/2”8-3/4”
Important: Maintain 1-1/2" min. gap between top of door
and bottom of grille panel.
1/4"
max Appearance Side
Rout back side of panel as shown
on the handle side
1-13/16"

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ZIR36ND–GE Monogram 36" Built-In All-Refrigerator
Side Panel or Filler Options (Not to scale)
23 9/16"
84"
2 9/16"
Trim
24 3/4"
84"
3 3/4"
23 5/16"
84"
2 5/16"
1/4" Side Panels
Insert end of
side panel into trim.
1/2" to 3/4" Side
Panels Leading Edge
Flush with Cabinet
Front. The front or
leading edge must be
finished to match
cabinetry.
1/2" to 3/4" Side
Panels Recessed
front edge.
Standard 4" high toekick or trim to fit.
Height may vary depending on application. Standard 4" high toekick or trim to fit.
Height may vary depending on application.
Standard 4" high toekick or trim to fit.
Height may vary depending on application.
Side panels must be used whenever the sides of
the refrigerator or freezer will be exposed.
Top View Top View
Top View

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ZIR36ND–GE Monogram 36" Built-In All-Refrigerator
Features and Benefits
•21.9 Cu. Ft. Fresh Food Capacity
•Spill Proof Glass Shelves (6 Adjustable,
1 Full-Width Fixed)
•Sealed Snack Pans with
Full-Extension Slides
•2 Extra Large Adjustable Humidity Produce
Pans with Easy Access Lid and Full
Extension Slides
•Wine Caddy
•4 Large Wire Baskets with
Full-Extension Slides
•4 Door Bins with Gallon Storage
•2 Sealed Dairy Compartments with Glass
Covered Butter Dish
•Egg Bin
•Auto Cycle Defrost Sealed System Design
•Full Extension Accuride Slides
•Custom Panels Required
•Model ZIR36NDRH - Right hand
door opening
•Model ZIR36NDLH - Left hand
door opening
Available Fall 2000