can the unit be installed as a built in? closed in on sides and back
1312295
If you mean built-in in a fashion similar to how a kitchen refrigerator is built-in, the answer is yes. Mine is installed that way. But just to be clear, I can slide my ice maker out of its location so I can get to the water valve to turn it off if ever needed, but it is enclosed on 3 sides. Hope this helps.
1312296
Yes! It can be built in to a cabinet. That's how I installed mine and it works great!
2137851
From the looks of it, I suppose you could but I would get another opinion by someone more knowledgeable than myself about where to install products like this. I'm sorry I couldn't be of more help.
541492
Hi, the back of this unit is not finished so it is better to use it against a wall. Thank you!
1696102
Yes, we had ours installed as a recessed unit. The installation instructions could have been better. Took a bit of time to figure it out, but it looks great now!
260963
If you position it you can have if down the middle or the side. However there little room for options once you have installed it. So it's not really a free style, it is very believable and you can manipulate it a little once you put it in but not by much!!
1408395
No, It could be left off but it wouldn't look right and it can't be installed on the other side unfortunately.
1350785
Yes, I have mine installed in the corner as well. You can pivot it to whichever direction you want.
956122
Normal installation is horizontal. If you mean vertical, it would be a little unwieldy when loading it.
749051
Based on some measurements of my installed unit I don't believe it will fit
858556
On the back of the unit there are holes that enable mounting with screws. That's what I did with mine too. You'll need to supply your own screws. Cheers
129004
Yes you can. I have one end and the back against the wall, and it works fine.
1147477
You could only if you allowed enough air flow around the entire unit, which sort of defeats the purpose of putting it in a closet. The instruction booklet says, "Allow for 5 inches of space between the back of the appliance and any adjacent wall... DO NOT build this appliance into an enclosure: This appliance is designed for a free-standing application only (that last part is all in bold) and is not intended to be 'built-in.'"
1154988
I don't see any reason why it couldn't be installed in any position as long as there is adequate airflow around it. If installing vertically, try to place the heat sink portion towards the top.
524394
One of the longer sides is the best location. You need to center the indoor unit as much as possible in any installation.
46659
It can't be used as a built in. You need one that vents out the front for that.
327492
yes it is possible to use either way. I have it installed left hand side. Very simple installation.
992219
There has to be access either under a sink or in a closet. You may have to remove a panel to see the back side.