Preparation; Anti-Tip Bracket; Clearances; Location - GE 36" Owner's Manual

Refrigerator/ Do not install the refrigerator/freezer where
temperatures will be below 60°F (16°C) because
freezer
it will not run often enough to maintain proper

location

temperatures, and the refrigerator will develop
high internal humidity.

Clearances

If the refrigerator/freezer is to be 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 15" clearance is required on
the hinge side to remove pans. A 25" clearance
is required on the hinge side for a full 130°
door swing.
Anti-tip
The unit is top-heavy and must be secured
bracket
to prevent the possibility of tipping forward.
An anti-tip bracket must be installed to secure
this unit to the wall. The following pages show
the installation of this bracket.
36" All-Refrigerator and All-Freezer Units
For proper installation, the refrigerator/
freezer must be placed on a level surface
of hard material the same height as the rest
of the flooring. This surface should be
strong enough to support a fully loaded
refrigerator/freezer, or approximately
1,200 lbs. each. See the Installation
Instructions for complete directions.
No other clearances at top, sides or back
are required. See the Installation Instructions
for complete directions.

Preparation

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