How to Install a Built-in Refrigerator?

There are two types of installation of cooling equipment. First, which are organically fit into the framework of kitchen furniture and others are inserted into a cabinet niche or under the table top with the partial installation. Built-in refrigerators are not functionally different from the classic ones. The difference between some models is the lack of external design, which is constantly hidden inside the kitchen set. In this write-up, we will discuss Built-in refrigerator installation in simple steps:

Steps for the Installation

1. Unpack the refrigerator by removing the protection film and packing parts from it. Inside the packing, you will found an installation guide for the built-in refrigerator. You should familiarize yourself with its detail, check the compliance of the number of fasteners and small protective parts supplied in the kit with the declared ones.

2. To measure the dimensions of the fridge, take help from measuring tape. You should keep 3 to 7cm free space in depth and on the sides, as per instructions. 

3. Check the level from corners and slops, if necessary, make an appropriate space for the ventilation area.

4. After removing the shipping restraints, place the refrigerator on a permanent place, without having to push it to a depth of 10 cm.

5. Using a tying thread or twine, pass the power cord coming out of the back wall over the cooler installed in the corner.

6. Mark decorative hiding element.

7. Sealing all the required metal parts and holes with plastic protection, set the device to the required depth and fix it.

Precautions to be Taken While Installing

- While installing a built-in refrigerator, you need to read the instructions clearly. Otherwise, you will be failure to get Frigidaire Freezer Repair warranty: 

- The use of heavy decorative panels can leads to improper distribution of the load between the appliance door and the cabinet.

- If there will be no gap at the bottom, it will be difficult to release heat for the device.

- Do not put any heating appliances near or under your refrigerator.

- Connect the device to the mains through sockets that does not meet the requirement of instructions.

Bottom Line

If you are confident of your own abilities and want built-in refrigerator installation by your own then you should plan this from an hour to two free time. In addition, you need to show patience and accuracy during work. So, you can also refer to the online videos that can help you for fixing faceade, connection and check your performance.