Kleenmaid BX521V - Manual (Page 5)

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IMPORTANT:
•
Save all screws for reuse.
• For plug removal requiring use of flat blade screwdriver
or putty knife, blade of tool must be covered with
masking tape to avoid damage to refrigerator
finish. For plugs using a screwdriver or nut driver style
head, use appropriate tool to avoid damage to plugs.
To Remove Doors and Hinges
Some installations may require door and hinge removal to
transport unit to final location.
WARNING !
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before removing doors. After replacing
doors, connect power.
1. Remove top hinge cover (A) . Top hinge cover snaps
off. While supporting refrigerator door, remove top
hinge
(B) and shim (C) using 5 /
16
" hex nut driver to
remove screws (D) .
A
B
D
C
2. Lift refrigerator door off center hinge.
3. While supporting freezer door, remove center hinge pin
(A) from center hinge bracket (B) with 5 /
16
" hex nut
driver. Remove and retain all round washer shims (C–
some models) .
B
C
A
4. Remove freezer door by lifting door off bottom hinge.
Instructions for Installation
5. Remove center hinge bracket (A) and shim (B) by
removing screws (C) using Phillips screwdriver.
B
A
C
6. Remove toe grille (A) and bottom hinge cover (B) . Both
snap off.
7. Remove bottom hinge and shim (C) with 3 /
8
" hex nut
driver. Remove hinge pin (D) . Remove and retain all
round washer shims (E) , if present.
B
A
D
C
E
To Replace Doors
1. Replace bottom hinge and shims with 3 /
8
" hex nut
screws from hinge removal.
2. Replace bottom hinge pin (A) in hinge bracket
hole (B) toward outside of cabinet. Replace all washer
shims (C–some models) .
A
B
C
3. Replace center hinge and shims with Phillips screws
from hinge removal.
4. Place freezer door on bottom hinge pin.
5. Replace center hinge pin with 5 /
16
" hex nut driver.
Make sure fit is tight. Replace all washer shims
(some models) .
6. Assemble top hinge, hinge shim, and positioning
shim together. Attach loosely to opposite side of
cabinet to allow for door clearance.
Proper installation will ensure this
refrigerator operates most efficiently.
Amana cannot be held responsible for
improper installation.
Tools Required
Putty knife
5 /
16
" hex nut driver
Masking tape ¼" hex nut driver
3 /
8
" hex nut driver Phillips screwdriver