Dacor EF36LNBSS Installation Instructions Manual - Warning

Summary of EF36LNBSS

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    Part no. 103677 rev. E/w10291431 36 inch built-in refrigerator models: ef36lnbss, ef36rnbss, if36lnbol, if36rnbol installation instructions.

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    © 2008 dacor, all rights reserved. All specifications subject to change without notice. Dacor assumes no liability for changes to specifications. Refrigerator safety ....................................................................... 1 model identification ..........................................

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    1 proper disposal of your refrigerator important: child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous, even if they sit out for “just a few days.” if you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to...

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    2 model identification ef36lnbss refrigerator equipped with stainless steel doors. Top door is hinged on left, handle mounts on right. If36lnbol refrigerator equipped with unfinished doors designed for installa- tion of custom panels and handles. Top door is hinged on left, custom handle mounts on r...

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    3 location requirements your dacor refrigerator can be recessed in an opening between cabinets or installed at the end of a cabinet run using a side panel to enclose the refrigerator. Important: observe all governing codes and ordinances. It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator ne...

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    4 electrical requirements before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection. Recommended grounding method a 115 volt, 60 hz., ac only 15 or 20 amp. Fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a ...

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    5 installation requirements if the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kpa): check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary. Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refi...

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    6 product dimensions side view: the depth from the front of the top grille to the back of the refrigeratorcabinetis25³⁄ 8 ” (64.5 cm). The power cord is 84” (213.3 cm) long. The water line attached to the back of the refrigerator is 5 ft. (1.5 m) long. Heightdimensionsareshownwithlevelinglegsextende...

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    7 bac ker p anel overla y p anel spacer panel 1 / 4 " (6.35 mm) 3 / 4 " (1.9 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 1 / 2 " (1.3 cm) 1" 1 1 / 4 " 1 1 / 2 " 1" (2.5 cm ) 1 (3.2 cm ) 1 / 4 " 1 (3.8 cm ) 1 / 2 " 1 / 2 " refrigerator side trim door hinge (2 .5 c m ) (3 .2 c m ) (3 .8 c m ) (1.3 cm ) cabinetry 3 / 4 "(1 .9 c m...

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    8 1 / 4 " (6.35 mm) 3 / 4 " (1.9 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 1 / 2 " (1.3 cm) 3 / 4 " 1" 1 1 / 4 " 1 1 / 2 " 1 / 2 " refrigerator side trim hinge 90° door stop position bac ker p anel door overla y p anel door swing 90˚ actual size refrigerator to cabinetry clearance (1.9 cm ) (2.5 cm ) (3.8 cm ) (1.3 cm ) (3.2...

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    9 installation requirements custom overlay panels used with the if36 model series allow you to blend the exterior of your refrigerator into the overall kitchen décor, and to use custom handles for additional design flexibility. The custom panels must have backer panels attached in order to mount the...

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    10 installation requirements custom handles before installing a custom panel • assembly, you must install the custom handle hardware. The handle and handle mounting hardware are not provided with the refrigerator. Dacor recommends handles with larger • d-style pulls. Any handle designed for use with...

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    11 custom side panels - model if36 custom side panels may be needed when not enough space is available to have cabinets on both sides of the refrigerator or when the refrigerator is placed at the end of a cabinet run. You may choose an inset or recessed inset panel installation for model if36. Refri...

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    12 custom side panels - model ef36 custom side panels may be needed when not enough space is available to have cabinets on both sides of the refrigerator or when the refrigerator is placed at the end of a cabinet run. You may choose an inset, flush or recessed inset panel installation for model ef36...

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    13 unpack refrigerator important: if you receive a damaged product, immediately contact your dealer or builder. Do not install or use a damaged appliance. Do not remove the film on the outside until the refrigerator is in its operating position. All four leveling legs must contact the floor to suppo...

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    14 installation instructions install anti-tip boards important: to avoid tipping during use, the solid soffit must be within 1” (2.5 cm) maximum above the refrigerator. If the solid soffit is higher than 1” (2.5 cm) or one is not available, then the refrigerator must be braced. It is recommended tha...

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    15 installation instructions connecting to refrigerator note: the flexible codes approved water supply line can connect to the supply valve through the floor or through the side cabinets, as indicated by the gray boxes above. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power. 1. Connect the 7 ft (2.1 m) m...

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    16 continue adjusting all of the leveling legs to raise the 3. Refrigerator until the top is within at least 1” (2.5 cm) of the top soffit. Note: if an anti-tip board has been used, adjust the leveling legs until the top of the refrigerator is within ¼” (6.4 mm) of the bottom of the anti-tip board a...

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    17 important: install the custom handles prior to installing the panels on the refrigerator. Create custom door overlay panels according to the specifications in the custom panels and handles section. Dacor is not responsible for customer installed molding or decorative panels that need to be remove...

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    18 custom panel installation - if36 series models (continued) top grille panel installation grasp both ends of the top grille. 1. Push straight up, then pull straight out. Place the top grille 2. Panel-side down on a soft working surface. Remove one end cap by loosening the nuts and sliding the 3. E...

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    19 trim the skirt by scoring the proper “v” groove with a utility 4. Knife. Break the skirt at the score line. Using the two screws, attach the base grille assembly to the 5. Refrigerator as shown. Note: secure the right screw in place first. Snap the skirt onto the base grille. 3. Install side pane...

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    20 complete installation turn the water supply line valve to the “open” position. 1. Turn the refrigerator switch to the on position. See 2. Power on/ off switch in the use and care manual for instructions. Wait a few minutes. Check the water line connections for leaks. Remove all boxes, parts packa...

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