REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
WARNING
off parts, or overtightening screws, can lead to the door
falling off and result in injury and property damage.
IMPORTANT NOTES
When reversing the door swing:
Have all tools and parts ready before starting the
installation. The tools you need: electrical screw
hex drivers and a Phillips head screwdriver)s, flat
head screwdriver, and Pliers. Parts included in an
accessory bag which comes with the refrigerator: left
top hinge, left middle hinge, left bottom hinge and left
top hinge cover.
• Read the instructions all the way through before
starting.
• Tighten all hinge screws but avoid over-tightening
to prevent stripping.
• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid
losing them.
• Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors.
CAUTION
Lifting Hazard
doors before lifting.
It is recommended that 2 people complete this
reversing the door swing procedure. The door is
heavy and could cause injury and parts damage
if dropped.
damage of the cooling system.
REQUIRED ITEMS
Phillips Screwdriver
Hinge replacement parts included in a parts bag.
Middle Hinge
Top Hinge
49-1000598 Rev. 5
Installation Instructions
° to prevent
Bits
Pliers
Bottom Hinge
Hinge Cover
1. Locate the necessary tools and
unplug the appliance.
Refrigerator Door (Upper)
ATTENTION: Do not throw small parts away such
as screws, covers etc. They will be installed back
into the refrigerator as you reverse the door.
2. Remove the cover on the left side
of the faceplate.
3. Remove the faceplate by
removing 3 screws on the top
front of the refrigerator.
4. Remove the top plate at the top of the door.
5. Remove the hinge cover.
to have second person hold the door while the
removing the screws from the
top hinge to prevent the heavy
door from falling. This may
cause injury and damage the
door.
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