Installation
Instructions
Stainless Steel Free-Standing,
Drawer Freezer Refrigerator
31-46515
225D1974P005
monogram.com
Planning Information
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES
27-1/2"
Depth
35-7/8"
Case Width
69-5/8"
35-7/8"
Depth Including Handles
29-1/2" - Tubular Handles
30-1/4" - Professional Handles
These Monogram free-standing refrigerators require the
following clearances for proper air circulation, plumbing
and electrical connections.
Installation in a corner:
• Allow 4" clearance on each side to an adjacent wall for a
90° opening and access to drawers.
Air Circulation Clearances:
• 1/8" on each side
• 1/2" at the back side
• Allow 15" clearance to wall on each side for removal
of drawers.
THE INSTALLATION SPACE
The opening width must be at least 36".
Water And Electrical Locations
The opening must be prepared with the electrical and water
supply located as shown.
36" min.
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.
NOTE: GFI (ground fault interrupter) is not recommended.
• The cold water line can enter the opening through the floor
or through an adjacent cabinet, as close to the back
wall as possible. The water line should be GE
Wall View
Electrical
Area
70" min.
™
SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing or 1/4" O.D. copper
Water Supply
tubing between the cold water line and water connection
location at the rear of the refrigerator. Installation of an
easily accessible shut off valve in the water line is
recommended.
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Installation Instructions
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Adjustable wrench
• 3/8" and 5/15" socket ratchet/driver
• Phillips head screwdriver
• 3/32", 1/8", 1/4" Allen wrenches
• 1/8" Drill bit and electric or hand drill
• Tape measure
FLOORING
For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on
a level surface of hard material that is at the same height
as the rest of the flooring. This surface should be strong
enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Protect the finish of the flooring.
Cut a large section of the cardboard carton and place
under the refrigerator where you are working.
• Pencil
• Wire cutters
• 1/4" Nut driver
• Level
MATERIALS REQUIRED
• 1/4" O.D. compression nut and 2 ferrules (sleeves)
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OR GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing Kits
GROUNDING THE REFRIGERATOR
IMPORTANT – (Please read carefully)
DO NOT, UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT
OR REMOVE THE THIRD
(GROUND) PRONG
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
PROPERLY GROUNDED.
FROM THE POWER CORD.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall receptacle to
minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT
THE REFRIGERATOR TO A 2-PRONG OUTLET.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH
THIS APPLIANCE.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong
wall outlet.
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Installation Instructions
STEP 2 LOCATE ANTI-TIP BRACKET
WARNING
A. Place the anti-tip floor bracket locator template
(included inside the anti-tip kit) onto the floor up
against the rear wall, within W, and in line with the
desired location of the RH side of the refrigerator
(see Figure 1).
Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator
can tip forward.
Figure 1 – Installation Overview
Injury to persons can result.
Floor - Concrete
(2 Holes)
2 Wall Holes
Install Anti-Tip Bracket packed with this refrigerator.
Floor Bracket
to Install
Floor - Wood
(2 Holes)
RH Holes
STEP 1 MEASURE CABINET OPENING
AVAILABLE VS. REFRIGERATOR
WIDTH
Measure width of cabinet opening where refrigerator
will be placed, W.
7 1⁄4”
Rear RH
Corner of
Cabinet Wall
Base
Bracket on
the Refrigerator
Locator
Template
Sheet
RH Side of
Refrigerator
Be sure to account for any countertop overhang,
baseboard thickness and any clearance desired.
Width, W, should not be less than 36 inches.
The refrigerator will be placed approximately
in the middle of this opening.
B. Place the anti-tip floor bracket onto the locator
template with its RH floor holes lined up with the
floor holes indicated on the template sheet, approxi-
mately 7-1/4” from the edge of the sheet or the RH
side of the refrigerator.
Rear Wall
Baseboard
Thickness
or Countertop
Overhang
(Whichever
is Greater) Plus
Any Desired
Clearance
C. Hold down in position and use the anti-tip floor
bracket as a template for marking the holes based
upon your configuration and type of construction
as shown in Step 3. Mark the hole locations with
a pencil, nail or awl.
W
NOTE: It is REQUIRED to use at least 2 screws to
mount the floor bracket (one on each side of the
anti-tip floor bracket). Both must be into either
the wall or the floor. Figure 2 indicates all the
acceptable mounting configurations for screws.
Identify the screw holes on the anti-tip floor bracket
for your configuration.
REFRIGERATOR
Front
RH Side
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Installation Instructions
STEP 2A LOCATE ANTI-TIP FLOOR
STEP 2B INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKET
(CONT.)
BRACKET (CONT.)
CONCRETE Wall and Floor Construction:
Figure 2 – Acceptable Screw
Placement Locations
A. Anchors required (not provided):
4 each 1/4” x 1 1/2” lag bolts
4 each 1/2” O.D. sleeve anchors
Preferred Installation –
Wood
Preferred Installation –
Concrete
B. Drill the recommended size holes for the anchors
into the concrete at the center of the holes marked
in Step 2.
C. Install the sleeve anchors into the drilled holes.
Place the anti-tip floor bracket as indicated
in Step 2. Remove the locator template from
the floor.
Minimum Acceptable #1 –
Wall Plate Stud
Minimum Acceptable #2 –
Wood Floor
D. Install the lag bolts through the anti-tip floor bracket
and tighten appropriately.
WOOD Wall and TILE Floor Construction:
A. For this special case, locate the 2 wall holes
identified in Fig. 1. Drill an angled 1/8” pilot hole
(approx. as shown in Fig. 3) in the center
of each hole.
Minimum Acceptable #3 –
Concrete Floor
B. Mount the anti-tip floor bracket using the Minimum
Acceptable Installation #1, as illustrated in Fig. 2.
STEP 2C POSITION THE
REFRIGERATOR TO ENGAGE
THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR
STEP 2B INSTALL ANTI-TIP BRACKET
WOOD Wall and Floor Construction:
A. Drill the appropriate number of 1/8” pilot holes in the
center of each floor bracket hole being used (a nail
or awl may be used if a drill is not available) AND
remove the locator template from the floor.
AND BASE BRACKETS
A. Before pushing the refrigerator into the opening,
plug the power cord into the receptacle and
connect waterline (if equipped). Check for leaks.
B. Locate the refrigerator’s RH side and move back
approximately in line with the RH side of
the cabinet opening, W. This should position
the anti-tip floor bracket to engage the anti-tip base
bracket on the refrigerator.
B. Mount the anti-tip floor bracket by fastening the 2,
or preferably 4, #10-16 hex-head screws tightly into
place as illustrated in Figure 3.
Figure 3 – Attachment to
Wall and Floor
C. Gently roll the refrigerator back into the cabinet
opening until it comes to a complete stop.
Check to see if the refrigerator front lines up
with the cabinet front face. If not, carefully rock
the refrigerator forward and backward until
engagement occurs and you notice that
the refrigerator is fully pushed up against
the rear wall.
Rear RH Corner
Wall
of the Refrigerator
Floor Bracket
2 Screws Must
Enter Wood
or Metal Stud
Wall
Plate
Stud
D. OPTIONAL: Adjust the rear (and front) wheel height
settings to fully engage the rear anti-tip brackets,
while also aligning the refrigerator front with
the cabinet front face.
Floor
NOTE: If you pull the refrigerator out and away from
the wall for any reason, make sure the anti-tip floor
bracket is engaged when the refrigerator is pushed
back against the wall rear wall.
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Installation Instructions
STEP 3 INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR
STEP 4 REMOVE THE FREEZER
DRAWERS
BEFORE MOVING REFRIGERATOR
INDOORS
The freezer drawers can be removed, if needed,
to fit through tight areas.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT:
Doors and passageways
TOP DRAWER
into the installation location require a 31" min. opening.
If the opening is less than 31", the top cap, doors
and drawers must be removed. (See steps 4–6.)
REMOVE THE BASKET
A. Open the freezer drawer until it stops.
B. Cut the 2 wire ties off of the basket with wire cutters.
C. Lift the front end of the basket so that the front two
alignment tabs come out of the slide bracket first.
D. Then rotate the front edge of the drawer up while
lifting the remaining two rear alignment tabs
out of the slide bracket. Pull the basket
up and out of the drawer.
NOTE: Skip steps 4–6 if door removal is not required.
Go to page 9, Move The Refrigerator.
NOTE: To prevent damage, leave inside
packaging, door spacer and outside
protective wrap in place until the unit
is moved to the installation location.
A
D
C
REMOVE THE DRAWER FROT FROM THE SLIDES
A. Remove the 8 hex head screws from the door
and remove the door.
B. Set the drawer front on a non-scratching surface.
C. Push the rail assemblies back into the cabinet.
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Installation Instructions
STEP 4 REMOVE THE FREEZER
DRAWERS (CONT.)
BOTTOM DRAWER
REMOVE THE UPPER BASKET
A. Open the bottom freezer drawer until it stops.
B. Pull the basket out to the stop location.
C. Lift the basket up at the front to release it from
the slides.
STEP 5 REMOVE THE FRESH
FOOD DOORS
The top cap must be removed to access hinges.
It is best to remove one door at a time.
A. Remove 2 screws on top and 2 screws at the back
of the top cap. Lift off top cap.
B. Remove 2 screws holding top hinge to the case.
Carefully lift off left and right side doors.
D. Lift the back up and out of the slide.
Top Cap Screws
D
REMOVE THE LOWER BASKET
A. Open the bottom freezer drawer until it stops.
B. Lift the rear of the basket up so the two rear alignment
tabs are pulled out of the slide bracket.
Top
Hinge
C. Rotate the basket up and out of the drawer.
REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT FROM THE SLIDES
A. Remove the 10 hex head screws from the door
and remove the door.
B. Set the drawer front on a non-scratching surface.
C. Push the rail assemblies back into the cabinet.
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Installation Instructions
STEP 6 REMOVE THE TOEKICK
STEP 8 REPLACE THE FREEZER
DRAWERS (CONT.)
If, after removing the freezer drawers and
refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still
not fit through a doorway, the toekick
can be removed.
B. Drive the bottom outside screw into the door
on each side until it is all the way in.
• Remove the toekick by removing the 2 Phillips
head screws.
Screw
C. Drive the remaining 3 screws on each side
all the way into place (there are a total
of 8 hex-head screws).
STEP 7 MOVE THE REFRIGERATOR
• Place a piece of the carton or soft cloth against
the side panel of the refrigerator to pad and protect
the stainless steel finish.
• Place the refrigerator on the handtruck with a side
against the truck only.
• Move the refrigerator indoors. Place refrigerator close
to the installation location.
Screws
STEP 8 REPLACE THE FREEZER
DRAWERS
REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET
Replace the top drawer freezer basket.
Two people may be required to complete
this procedure.
TOP DRAWER
ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER FRONT
TO THE SLIDES
A. Pull out the rail assemblies to the full length
on each side of the cabinet.
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STEP 8 REPLACE THE FREEZER
DRAWERS (CONT.)
STEP 8 REPLACE THE FREEZER
DRAWERS (CONT.)
D. Drive the screws fully.
BOTTOM DRAWER
ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER FRONT
TO THE SLIDES
(There are 10 screws, 5 on each side.)
A. Pull out the rail assemblies to the full length
on each side of the cabinet.
Step D2:
Drive screws
in these holes.
Step D1:
Line up
screw hole
in freezer
drawer and
drive fully.
B. Drive the top screw into the door on each side until
it is 1/2 way in.
REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET
• Replace the bottom drawer freezer basket by
lowering it into the frame.
Screw
C. Hang the drawer front onto the open slots on
the slides.
Slot
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Installation Instructions
STEP 9 REPLACE FRESH FOOD DOORS
STEP 10 INSTALL WATER LINE
• A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker
operation. The water pressure must be between 40 and
120 p.s.i.
• Route GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing or 1/4" OD
copper tubing between house cold water line and the
water connection location.
A. Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge
pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble is on
the center hinge pin or inside door hinge pin hole
located in the bottom of the door.
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• Measure the distance from the water valve on the back
of the refrigerator to the water supply line. Add 8 foot
length to allow the refrigerator to be moved away from
the wall after installation. Bend the tubing into 3 coils
of about 10".
Hinge Pin
B. Securely tape the door shut with masking tape
or have a second person support the door.
C. Insert the top hinge pin into the hinge hole on
top of the refrigerator door. Make sure the door is
aligned with the cabinet and opposite door. Attach
the hinge to the top of the cabinet loosely with
the bolts.
D. Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against
the cabinet and is not folded. Make sure the door
is straight and the gap between the doors is even
across the front. While holding the aligned door
in place, tighten the top hinge bolts.
NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is supplied
in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. Do not
use any other plastic water supply line because the line
is under pressure at all times. Certain types of plastic
will crack or rupture with age and cause water damage
to your home.
GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are
available in the following lengths:
2' (0.6 m)
6' (1.8 m)
15' (4.6 m)
25' (7.6 m)
– WX08X10002
– WX08X10006
– WX08X10015
– WX08X10025
Gasket Flush and Not Folded
Tighten Top
Hinge Bolts
Shut off the main water supply.
Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line
of water.
• Install a shut-off valve between the icemaker water
valve and cold water pipe in a basement or cabinet.
The shut-off valve should be located where it will be
easily accessible.
E. Follow the same procedure on the opposite door.
F. Reinstall the top cap using the 4 screws removed
earlier.
• Turn on the main water supply and flush debris.
Run about a quart of water through the tubing into
a bucket. Shut off water supply at the shut-off valve.
Top Cap Screws
NOTE: Saddle type shut-off valves are included
in many water supply kits, but are not recommended
for this application.
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
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STEP 10A WATER LINE
STEP 11 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY
Check to be sure that refrigerator power cord is not
plugged into the wall outlet.
INSTALLATION WITH
A REVERSE OSMOSIS
SYSTEM
1/4" Tubing
Tubing Clamp
Skip this step when not using RO System.
1/4"
If the water supply to the refrigerator is from a Reverse
Osmosis Water System, use the refrigerator’s filter
bypass plug.
Compression Nut
Ferrule
(sleeve)
You must also use the filter bypass plug when
a replacement filter cartridge is not available.
The icemaker will not operate without the filter
or filter bypass plug.
Refrigerator Connection
SmartConnect™ Tubing
If you are using copper tubing:
Replacement Filters:
• Place compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto
the end of the tubing coming from the house water
supply.
To order additional filter cartridges in the United
States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts
and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
• Insert the end of the copper tubing into
the refrigerator connection at the back
of the refrigerator, as far as possible.
Hold the tubing in place and tighten the fitting.
If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing:
• Insert the molded end of the tubing into
the refrigerator connection, at the back of
the refrigerator, and tighten the compression
nut until it is hand tight.
Filter Model GSWF
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages
for the nearest Mabe Service Center.
• Then tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening may cause leaks.
• Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to hold it
in position. You may need to pry open the clamp.
• Turn on the water at the shut-off valve to check
for leaks.
STEP 12 CONNECT POWER
• Connect refrigerator power cord plug to a properly
grounded receptacle.
• Check to make sure power to refrigerator is on by
opening refrigerator door to see if interior lights
are on.
STEP 13 MOVE REFRIGERATOR
INTO POSITION
• Remove outside protective wrapping.
• Move the refrigerator into final installation position.
• Remove door spacer, if not removed earlier,
and all inside packaging.
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Installation Instructions
STEP 14 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR
STEP 15 LEVEL THE DOORS
If the doors are not evenly aligned at the top,
the refrigerator door can be adjusted.
• Use a 7/16" hex socket or wrench to turn the door
adjusting screw. Turn the screw to the right to raise
the door, turn left to lower the door.
Adjust the Rollers
The refrigerator can be leveled by adjusting the rollers,
front and rear.
Rollers have three purposes:
• The rollers adjust so that the door closes easily when
opened about halfway. (Raise the front about 5/8"
[16 mm] from the floor.)
• Rollers adjust to allow the refrigerator to be firmly
positioned on the floor and to prevent rocking
when the doors are opened and closed.
• The rollers allow you to move the refrigerator from
the wall for cleaning.
Doors Should
Align at Top
To Adjust the Rollers:
• Use a 3/8" hex socket or wrench to turn
the adjustment screws. Turn the screws clockwise
to raise the refrigerator, turn counterclockwise
to lower it.
• Use a 5/16" hex socket to turn the screws for
the rear rollers. Turn the screws clockwise to raise
the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.
Raise
NOTE: A nylon plug is imbedded in the threads of
the pin. The plug is designed to prevent the pin from
turning. A wrench must be used to turn the pin.
• Turn the wrench one or two times. Open and
close the refrigerator door to check alignment with
the freezer door at the top. Adjust again if necessary.
Rear Roller
Front Roller
Adjustment
Screw
Leveling
Leg
Adjustment
Screw
Front Roller
Adjust the Leveling Legs
The leveling legs have two purposes:
• Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly
positioned on the floor and does not wobble.
• Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to hold
the refrigerator securely in position during operation
and cleaning. The leveling legs also prevent
the refrigerator from tipping.
Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.
wCAUTION:
To avoid possible personal
injury or property damage, the leveling legs must be
firmly touching the floor.
wPRUDENCE :
Afin d’éviter toute blessure
corporelle ou dommage matériel, les pieds de support
doivent être en contact avec le sol.
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STEP 16 INSTALL TOEKICK
STEP 18 TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
• Press toekick into position and reinstall one screw on
each side.
• The temperature controls are preset at 37°F
for the refrigerator and 0°F for the freezer.
• Allow 24 hours to stabilize before making adjustments.
Toekick Screw
IMPORTANT:
The vented toekick must
remain unobstructed for proper air circulation.
STEP 17 REMOVE PACKAGING
START ICEMAKER
Power Switch
A. Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from
shelves and drawers.
B. Remove the tie downs from the freezer baskets.
Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on) position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches
its operating temperature of 15°F (–9°C) or below. It will
then begin operation automatically. It will take 2–3 days
to fill the ice bin.
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water
valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver enough water
to the icemaker.
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Notes
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NOTE: While performing installations described in this book,
safety glasses or goggles should be worn.
For Monogram® local service in your area, call
1.800.444.1845.
NOTE: Product improvement is a continuing endeavor
at General Electric. Therefore, materials, appearance and
specifications are subject to change without notice.
GE Consumer & Industrial
Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, KY 40225
ge.com
31-46515
225D1974P005
05-08 JR
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