1/4″ (6 mm) Max.Panels thicker than 1/4″ (6 mm)5/16″ (8 mm)3/4″ (19 mm)17Trim kits and decorator panels.For CustomStyle™ modelsRead these instructions completely and carefully.Before You Begin2″ (5.1 cm)ClearanceHandle SideAppearancePanel RefrigeratorDoor1/4″ (6 mm)Thick Backing3/4″(19 mm)3/4″ (19 mm) or Raised PanelA raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1/4″ (6 mm) thick backing, or a 3/4″ (19 mm) routed boardcan be used. The raised portion of the panel must be fabricated to permit clearances of at least 2″ (5.1 cm)from the handle side for fingertip clearance.Panels thicker than 1/4″ (6 mm), up to 3/4″ (19 mm) maximum, will require that the outer 5/16″(8 mm) of panel perimeter be no thicker than 1/4″ (6 mm).Weight limitations for custom panels:Fresh Food 38 lbs. (17 kg) max.Freezer Door 28 lbs. (13 kg) max.1/4″ (6 mm) Max.Panels 1/4″ (6 mm) thick or lessSome models are equipped with trim kits that allow you to install door panels. You can orderpre-cut black, white, bisque or stainless steel decorator panels from GE Parts and Accessories,800.626.2002, or you can add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.Panels less than 1/4″ (6 mm) thickWhen installing wood panels less than 1/4″ (6 mm) thick, you need to create a filler panel, such as 1/8″(3 mm) cardboard, that will fit between the face of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing thepre-cut decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of thedecorator or wood panel and the filler panel should be 1/4″ (6 mm).Consumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions Installation Instructions