KITCHENAID 2309069A - Manual (Page 18)

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack the Refrigerator
IMPORTANT:
■ Do not remove the protective film until the refrigerator is in its
operating position.
■ All four leveling legs must contact the floor to support and
stabilize the full weight of the refrigerator.
■ Keep the cardboard shipping piece or plywood under the
refrigerator until it is installed in the operating position.
1. Remove and save the literature package and parts bag taped
to the refrigerator door. Remove the four brackets (two on
each side) that attach the shipping base to the refrigerator
bottom.
NOTE: Do not remove tape and door bracing until the
refrigerator is in its final position.
2. If necessary, reduce the tipping radius. See “Tipping Radius”
for ceiling height requirements or “Reduce Tipping Radius”
for step-by-step instructions. If you do not need to reduce
the tipping radius, proceed to “Move the Refrigerator into
House.”
Reduce Tipping Radius
(if required)
Before bringing the refrigerator into the home, be sure there is
adequate ceiling height to stand the refrigerator upright. See
“Tipping Radius.”
If you do not have adequate ceiling height to stand the
refrigerator upright, the tipping radius can be reduced by
removing the top grille and side trims (see the following chart).
Classic and Overlay Series
1. Grasp both ends of the top grille.
2. Push the top grille straight up, then pull straight out. Lay the
grille on a soft surface.
3. Remove the six screws attaching each cabinet side trim to
the refrigerator and remove the side trims.
Architect ® Series
1. Grasp both ends of the louver panel. Push the louver panel
straight up, then pull straight out. Lay the panel on a soft
surface.
2. Grasp both ends of the top grille. Push the top grille straight
up, then pull straight out. Lay the top grille on a soft surface.
3. Remove the six screws attaching each cabinet side trim to
the refrigerator and remove the side trims.
Pro Line ® Series
1. Grasp both ends of the top grille.
2. Push the top grille straight up, and then pull straight out.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness from the back of the top grille.
4. Lay the top grille on a soft surface.
Model Reduced Tipping Radius
36
42
48 88" (223.5 cm)
88
¹⁄₂" (224.8 cm)
89 ¹⁄₄" (226.7 cm)
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not
completely installed.
Keep doors taped closed until refrigerator is
completely installed.
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure do so can result in death or serious injury.
A. Top grille
B. Cabinet side trim
A. Top grille
B. Cabinet side trim
C. Louver panel
B B A
A B B
C