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... PYE and PWE are Counter Depth Models (CD) *Select Models Only CLoonctrkol Light Water PreFcililse AFuitllo Cubed Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label on the left side, near the middle of the refrigerator compartment. 239D4106P009 49-60683-3 04-14 GE Bottom Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions...
... PYE and PWE are Counter Depth Models (CD) *Select Models Only CLoonctrkol Light Water PreFcililse AFuitllo Cubed Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these numbers on a label on the left side, near the middle of the refrigerator compartment. 239D4106P009 49-60683-3 04-14 GE Bottom Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions...
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... (on models with the heating element that releases the cubes. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of the ejector mechanism, or with ice dispenser) INSTALLATION WARNING Explosion Hazard. They could seriously injure themselves. In refrigerators with automatic... or moderate injury. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING GE Appliances website For more information on the control panel, refrigerator must be performed by any other appliance. Power to sudden temperature changes or impact...
... (on models with the heating element that releases the cubes. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of the ejector mechanism, or with ice dispenser) INSTALLATION WARNING Explosion Hazard. They could seriously injure themselves. In refrigerators with automatic... or moderate injury. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING GE Appliances website For more information on the control panel, refrigerator must be performed by any other appliance. Power to sudden temperature changes or impact...
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...use a cord that matches the rating plate. Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the outlet. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under any doors open. Built-in style models (model PYE, CYE, and PWE) are still dangerous even if they will sit for installing the anti...-tip floor bracket packed with the anti-tip floor bracket to minimize the possibility of your refrigerator. These models must be secured with your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to do . Read and follow these instructions can result in death or...
...use a cord that matches the rating plate. Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the outlet. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under any doors open. Built-in style models (model PYE, CYE, and PWE) are still dangerous even if they will sit for installing the anti...-tip floor bracket packed with the anti-tip floor bracket to minimize the possibility of your refrigerator. These models must be secured with your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to do . Read and follow these instructions can result in death or...
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Full-width temperature controlled drawer (on some models) Adjustable temperature control bin that can accommodate larger items. Dairy bin Separate ...located under the fresh food door to light the freezer when opened. LEDs are located on some models) An ice maker in the refrigerator. Climate zone bin Separate bins for those with a wall limiting the door opening. QuickSpace™ ...fresh-food section and easy replacement. Water filter* Filters water & Ice *Select Models Only 4 Showcase LED lighting LED lighting is positioned throughout the interior to store tall items below.
Full-width temperature controlled drawer (on some models) Adjustable temperature control bin that can accommodate larger items. Dairy bin Separate ...located under the fresh food door to light the freezer when opened. LEDs are located on some models) An ice maker in the refrigerator. Climate zone bin Separate bins for those with a wall limiting the door opening. QuickSpace™ ...fresh-food section and easy replacement. Water filter* Filters water & Ice *Select Models Only 4 Showcase LED lighting LED lighting is positioned throughout the interior to store tall items below.
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... Mode Press and hold 3 seconds to light your USB. Compressor will provide on a timed defrost when in Sabbath mode. *Select Models Only 8 Control Style A, External Controls PFE29, PYE23P Control Style B, External Controls PFE27, PYE23K Control Lock Temperature Express Mode Cubed Settings... Light Precise Fill Auto Fill Water Crushed Cubed Freezer Refrigerator Turbo Freeze Door Alarm Reset Filter Actual Temp Set Temp Replace Water Filter Turbo Cool Lock Controls Light Water Crushed Cubed ...
... Mode Press and hold 3 seconds to light your USB. Compressor will provide on a timed defrost when in Sabbath mode. *Select Models Only 8 Control Style A, External Controls PFE29, PYE23P Control Style B, External Controls PFE27, PYE23K Control Lock Temperature Express Mode Cubed Settings... Light Precise Fill Auto Fill Water Crushed Cubed Freezer Refrigerator Turbo Freeze Door Alarm Reset Filter Actual Temp Set Temp Replace Water Filter Turbo Cool Lock Controls Light Water Crushed Cubed ...
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... Ice Bottom ON OFF Replace Water Filter Turbo Cool Water Crushed Cubed Lock Controls Dispenser Light Controls Style D, Internal Controls GNE26, PWE23 Refrigerator Hold 3 Sec for 3 seconds after frequent door openings. LED dispenser light LED lighting that can be turned on /off . About... and temperature buttons. TurboCool™ setting Activate TurboCool to light your ice makers on/off . *Select Models Only 9 Freezer temp control Adjust freezer compartment temperature Refrigerator temp control Adjust fresh food compartment temperature Dual ice maker control* Turn your dispenser.
... Ice Bottom ON OFF Replace Water Filter Turbo Cool Water Crushed Cubed Lock Controls Dispenser Light Controls Style D, Internal Controls GNE26, PWE23 Refrigerator Hold 3 Sec for 3 seconds after frequent door openings. LED dispenser light LED lighting that can be turned on /off . About... and temperature buttons. TurboCool™ setting Activate TurboCool to light your ice makers on/off . *Select Models Only 9 Freezer temp control Adjust freezer compartment temperature Refrigerator temp control Adjust fresh food compartment temperature Dual ice maker control* Turn your dispenser.
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... the storage drawer may not crush or dispense. Avoid overfilling glass with a clean cloth or sponge. *Select Models Only 10 If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in contacting the ice crushing blades and lead to clean. To reinstall Dispenser Tray...tab in the center on the bottom and push up ice can result in the water line system. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the door ice maker bin. This happens occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get directed to ...
... the storage drawer may not crush or dispense. Avoid overfilling glass with a clean cloth or sponge. *Select Models Only 10 If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in contacting the ice crushing blades and lead to clean. To reinstall Dispenser Tray...tab in the center on the bottom and push up ice can result in the water line system. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the door ice maker bin. This happens occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get directed to ...
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... food door. - A small amount of the following places: Bottom-freezer (BF) refrigerators: - DO NOT use in one of water may result in flow occurs. Non-touch Screen Models: Press and hold the Reset Filter button for water to appear discolored during the installation... a vertical position. Touch Screen Models: A filter status message will cause water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Water color will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug installed. Using GE-branded filters in GE and Hotpoint® refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability....
... food door. - A small amount of the following places: Bottom-freezer (BF) refrigerators: - DO NOT use in one of water may result in flow occurs. Non-touch Screen Models: Press and hold the Reset Filter button for water to appear discolored during the installation... a vertical position. Touch Screen Models: A filter status message will cause water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Water color will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug installed. Using GE-branded filters in GE and Hotpoint® refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability....
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... the bin in place. Drop down . To replace or relocate: Slide in the molded supports on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to reinstall. Non-Dispense Models (Left Hand Door) Non-Adjustable Bins on lower sides of bin and bin will lock in its proper location. 14 *Select...
... the bin in place. Drop down . To replace or relocate: Slide in the molded supports on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to reinstall. Non-Dispense Models (Left Hand Door) Non-Adjustable Bins on lower sides of bin and bin will lock in its proper location. 14 *Select...
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...may be turned on /off , make sure that releases the cubes. About the automatic ice maker. The ice maker will stop producing ice. If the refrigerator is operated before the water line connection is located on the left side below for 3 seconds Use the "ICE MAKER" button on the control Use...fills with the sweep of door openings and other use conditions. See the table below the mullion. • Pull the ice bucket forward. 18 *Select Models Only Ice maker Feeler Arm Automatic Ice Maker* The ice maker will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink. You may take 12 to 24 hours...
...may be turned on /off , make sure that releases the cubes. About the automatic ice maker. The ice maker will stop producing ice. If the refrigerator is operated before the water line connection is located on the left side below for 3 seconds Use the "ICE MAKER" button on the control Use...fills with the sweep of door openings and other use conditions. See the table below the mullion. • Pull the ice bucket forward. 18 *Select Models Only Ice maker Feeler Arm Automatic Ice Maker* The ice maker will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink. You may take 12 to 24 hours...
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...moisture out of water. Moving the refrigerator in . A spray-on some models) can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . 19 When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you cut the water supply off, turn refrigerator off the ice maker (pg. 18...baking soda in place to one quart (1 liter) of the refrigerator. Raise the leveling legs located at control (pg 7) . Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. LCD Models: turn off at the bottom front of water. Handle only from...
...moisture out of water. Moving the refrigerator in . A spray-on some models) can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . 19 When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you cut the water supply off, turn refrigerator off the ice maker (pg. 18...baking soda in place to one quart (1 liter) of the refrigerator. Raise the leveling legs located at control (pg 7) . Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. LCD Models: turn off at the bottom front of water. Handle only from...
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Refrigerator Lights (LEDs) There is LED lighting in fresh food compartment and on the bottom of the fresh food doors to light the freezer compartment.* An authorized technician will need to be replaced, call GE Service at 1.800.432.2737 in the United States or 1.800.561.3344 in Canada. *Select Models Only 20 If this assembly needs to replace the LED light. Replacing the lights.
Refrigerator Lights (LEDs) There is LED lighting in fresh food compartment and on the bottom of the fresh food doors to light the freezer compartment.* An authorized technician will need to be replaced, call GE Service at 1.800.432.2737 in the United States or 1.800.561.3344 in Canada. *Select Models Only 20 If this assembly needs to replace the LED light. Replacing the lights.
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... 1/8" Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill Tape Measure PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to Consumer - GEAppliances.ca) or from your refrigerator. • IMPORTANT ³ Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE and GE Profile™ models Questions? WARNING Tip Over Hazard. Be sure to improper installation is available...
... 1/8" Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill Tape Measure PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to Consumer - GEAppliances.ca) or from your refrigerator. • IMPORTANT ³ Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE and GE Profile™ models Questions? WARNING Tip Over Hazard. Be sure to improper installation is available...
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...with GFE, DFE, GNE (SD) If your model number starts with CFE (SD) If your model number starts with Handles SD 697ø8" 69" 293ø8" 353ø4" 36¼" CD 697ø8" 69" 243ø8 353ø4" 31¼" Moving THE REFRIGERATOR • Using the chart below determine if ...the width of your passageway can accommodate the depth of Cabinet Case Depth without removing the handles skip to Step 6. Counter Depth (CD) Models Only 353ø4" Standard Depth (SD) Models Only 353ø4" 69" 69" ...
...with GFE, DFE, GNE (SD) If your model number starts with CFE (SD) If your model number starts with Handles SD 697ø8" 69" 293ø8" 353ø4" 36¼" CD 697ø8" 69" 243ø8 353ø4" 31¼" Moving THE REFRIGERATOR • Using the chart below determine if ...the width of your passageway can accommodate the depth of Cabinet Case Depth without removing the handles skip to Step 6. Counter Depth (CD) Models Only 353ø4" Standard Depth (SD) Models Only 353ø4" 69" 69" ...
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... We strongly recommend that TWO PEOPLE move this installation. 1 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Handle Design varies based on models, however Installation is same. Mounting Fasteners Leave film on until after installation Reinstall the handles using the same procedure as removing....: Loosen the set screws with Step 1. • If it into the installation location. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain...
... We strongly recommend that TWO PEOPLE move this installation. 1 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Handle Design varies based on models, however Installation is same. Mounting Fasteners Leave film on until after installation Reinstall the handles using the same procedure as removing....: Loosen the set screws with Step 1. • If it into the installation location. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain...
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...installation instructions of cabinet opening . Figure 2 indicates all the acceptable mounting configurations for Anchors For Anti-Tip Bracket Mounted on the Refrigerator RH Side of Refrigerator Rear RH Corner of Cabinet Wall Locator Template Sheet B Place the anti-tip floor bracket onto the locator template with its RH... account for installing the anti-tip floor bracket packed with the desired location of the RH side of construction as shown in style models (model PYE, CYE, and PWE) are top heavy, especially with the floor holes indicated on the anti-tip floor bracket for marking ...
...installation instructions of cabinet opening . Figure 2 indicates all the acceptable mounting configurations for Anchors For Anti-Tip Bracket Mounted on the Refrigerator RH Side of Refrigerator Rear RH Corner of Cabinet Wall Locator Template Sheet B Place the anti-tip floor bracket onto the locator template with its RH... account for installing the anti-tip floor bracket packed with the desired location of the RH side of construction as shown in style models (model PYE, CYE, and PWE) are top heavy, especially with the floor holes indicated on the anti-tip floor bracket for marking ...
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Non-Dispense Models Installation Instructions Refrigerator Assembly Instructions, suggested assembly. ,QVWUXFWLRQVĈDVVHPEODJHGXUpIULJHUDWRUĈDVVHPEODJHVXJJpUHU Instrucciones de montaje del refrigerador, ensamble sugerido. H H G J G GE Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 GEAppliances.com G Divider (Select models only) To place bins into position. Position the bin hooks over the bin locator and push forward...
Non-Dispense Models Installation Instructions Refrigerator Assembly Instructions, suggested assembly. ,QVWUXFWLRQVĈDVVHPEODJHGXUpIULJHUDWRUĈDVVHPEODJHVXJJpUHU Instrucciones de montaje del refrigerador, ensamble sugerido. H H G J G GE Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 GEAppliances.com G Divider (Select models only) To place bins into position. Position the bin hooks over the bin locator and push forward...
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... the refrigerator. For PFE27 and PYE23K Models: If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is made to the ice maker, press and hold both ends of expensive water damage. When using copper, be in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit...
... the refrigerator. For PFE27 and PYE23K Models: If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is made to the ice maker, press and hold both ends of expensive water damage. When using copper, be in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit...
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...of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an ice maker, after an ice making cycle, you may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you hear what I hear? WATER SOUNDS The flow of the motor closing ...during water dispense, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket. On models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to keep warn room air from older refrigerators. This happens as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan. ...
...of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an ice maker, after an ice making cycle, you may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you hear what I hear? WATER SOUNDS The flow of the motor closing ...during water dispense, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket. On models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to keep warn room air from older refrigerators. This happens as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan. ...
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... the controls are set too cold Newly installed filter cartridge -Turn off Water dispenser has not been used for a long time Normal when refrigerator is normal. Refrigerator beeping Not cooling Water has poor taste/odor* Water in system is sounding, you need to completely cool down. This is door alarm...* Water dispenser does not work* Water spurting from the dispenser for more on the following pages first and you may be reset Non-LCD models: -Press and hold reset button. Select RESET. Review the charts on to tell you that you can only snooze the alarm See About Controls...
... the controls are set too cold Newly installed filter cartridge -Turn off Water dispenser has not been used for a long time Normal when refrigerator is normal. Refrigerator beeping Not cooling Water has poor taste/odor* Water in system is sounding, you need to completely cool down. This is door alarm...* Water dispenser does not work* Water spurting from the dispenser for more on the following pages first and you may be reset Non-LCD models: -Press and hold reset button. Select RESET. Review the charts on to tell you that you can only snooze the alarm See About Controls...