Installation instructions, Transfer bottom hinge bracket to the left, Remove refrigerator door – GE 197D3354P013 User Manual

Page 15: Transfer top hinge to the left, Remove freezer door

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Installation Instructions

TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE
BRACKET TO THE LEFT

For models with a base grille, remove it by grasping it
about 6″ from each end and pulling its bottom edge
toward you.

Using a Torx

®

driver, move the bottom hinge bracket

and plastic washer from the right side to the left side.

NOTE: If the washer is not on the hinge bracket,
check to see if it is stuck to the bottom of the door.

4

Plastic Washer

Hinge Bracket

For models with a base grille, before replacing the
base grille, remove the grille cap by removing the
screw. Screw the cap to the opposite side.

Replace the base grille by inserting the tops of the
metal clips into the oval vents, making sure one of the
plastic tabs on the back of the grille goes into each of
the oven vents. Then push the bottom of the grille
forward until it snaps into place.

REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR

2

Tape the door shut with masking tape.

Remove the center hinge pin with a 3/8″ socket
and ratchet.

Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the
cabinet. Remove and save the washer on the hinge pin.
Lift the door straight up to free its bottom socket from
the pin in the bottom hinge bracket.

Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the
inside up.

CAUTION: Do not let door drop to the floor.
To do so could damage the door stop.

TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO
THE LEFT

Interchange hinge and screws at top right with screws
at the top left of cabinet.

Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time.

3

Plastic Washer

Fresh Food Door

Hinge Pin

Center Hinge
Bracket

REMOVE FREEZER DOOR

1

Tape the door shut with masking tape.

Remove the hinge cover on top of the freezer door
(on some models).

Remove the two Torx

®

screws, then lift the hinge

straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in
the top of the door.

Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the
cabinet. Lift it off the center hinge pin.

Set the door on a non-scratching surface with
the inside up.

Top Hinge

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