GE PFCS1RKZSS Use and Care Manual - Page 21

Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not perform properly. • Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. Standard Depth Counter Depth Models Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) 1/2″ (13 mm) REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.) (on some models) REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP E Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge. Reinstall top hinge. NOTE: Ensure the door is properly aligned to the case top to avoid readjustment of the door during top cap reinstallation. F Place cap over the top of the refrigerator. Reinstall the original screws in the top and back of the cap. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to "Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section. A REMOVE TOP CAP (on some models) • IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is 34-1/2″ deep. Doors and passageways leading to the installation location must be at least 36″ wide in order to leave the doors and handles attached to the refrigerator while transporting it into the installation location. If passageways are less than 36″, the refrigerator doors and handles can easily be scratched and damaged. The top cap and doors can be removed to allow the refrigerator to be safely moved indoors. Start with Step A. • If it is not necessary to remove doors, skip Step A. Leave tape and all packaging on doors until the refrigerator is in the final location. • SKID REMOVAL: Tilt refrigerator to each side to remove skid. • NOTE: Use a padded hand truck to move this refrigerator. Place the refrigerator on the hand truck with a side against the truck. We strongly recommend that TWO PEOPLE move and complete this installation. A Locate and remove the two Phillips head screws on the top of the refrigerator. Remove the two screws on each side at the rear of the top cap. Lift off and remove top cap. B Remove the fresh-food door. Refer to Steps 1 through 3 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section. D Move refrigerator to the installation location. Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. If there is not a cold water supply, you will need to provide one. See Installing the Water Line section. NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. • If your refrigerator does not have a water filter, we recommend installing one if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator's water valve. Install it in the water line near the refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to install filter. 21