A:Answer Hi, Bdoll! When installing refrigerator adjacent to wall, cabinet or other appliance that extends beyond front edge of unit, 20" minimum clearance recommended to allow for optimum 120° door swing, providing complete drawer / crisper access and removal. (Absolute 4-1/2" minimum clearance will ONLY allow for 90° door swing which will provide drawer / crisper access with restricted removal.) Bianca