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... 5, 6 Controls 7, 8 Odor Remover 9 Dispenser 10 Hot Water 11 Water Filter 12 Fresh Food Storage Options . . . . .13,14 Climate Zone & Temperature Controlled Drawer 15,16 Freezer 17 Automatic Ice maker 18 Care and Cleaning 19 Replacing the Lights 20 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 21, 22 Installing the Anti-Tip Bracket. . . 29, 30 Installing the Refrigerator 23-33 Installing the Water Line 34-35 Troubleshooting Tips 38, 39 Normal Operating Conditions 37 Service - Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GE Café™ models Models that...
... 5, 6 Controls 7, 8 Odor Remover 9 Dispenser 10 Hot Water 11 Water Filter 12 Fresh Food Storage Options . . . . .13,14 Climate Zone & Temperature Controlled Drawer 15,16 Freezer 17 Automatic Ice maker 18 Care and Cleaning 19 Replacing the Lights 20 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 21, 22 Installing the Anti-Tip Bracket. . . 29, 30 Installing the Refrigerator 23-33 Installing the Water Line 34-35 Troubleshooting Tips 38, 39 Normal Operating Conditions 37 Service - Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GE Café™ models Models that...
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CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from refrigerator. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. GEAppliances.com SAFETY (CONT.) INSTALLATION WARNING Explosion Hazard. Do not, under any doors open. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is properly grounded. This provides the best performance...
CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from refrigerator. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. GEAppliances.com SAFETY (CONT.) INSTALLATION WARNING Explosion Hazard. Do not, under any doors open. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is properly grounded. This provides the best performance...
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..., or death when using your hot water dispenser, the instructions below 125ÛF, always test the temperature of the water before drinking. „ When dispensing hot water, the container can cause the container to break and may lead to the tank or dispense tube. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the dispenser. If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the...
..., or death when using your hot water dispenser, the instructions below 125ÛF, always test the temperature of the water before drinking. „ When dispensing hot water, the container can cause the container to break and may lead to the tank or dispense tube. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the dispenser. If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the...
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... replaced, rotate the Ice Bucket Fork 1/4 turn clockwise. Open right fresh food door. 2. Ice/water filter Remove filter/bypass plug Push the indent on the guide brackets and push until the ice bucket seats properly. 5. Installing the filter cartridge Push the indent at the bottom of bin. 4. To replace the ice bucket, set it on the cover and open filter door. Drop down latch to release bin door. 3. Pull out on filter to remove. Lift door and align tabs on filter/ bypass plug...
... replaced, rotate the Ice Bucket Fork 1/4 turn clockwise. Open right fresh food door. 2. Ice/water filter Remove filter/bypass plug Push the indent on the guide brackets and push until the ice bucket seats properly. 5. Installing the filter cartridge Push the indent at the bottom of bin. 4. To replace the ice bucket, set it on the cover and open filter door. Drop down latch to release bin door. 3. Pull out on filter to remove. Lift door and align tabs on filter/ bypass plug...
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... turn OFF cooling system, access SETTINGS from the HOME screen. The ACTUAL TEMP light will come on inside of 37°F for refrigerator and 0°F for °F/°C Recommended: 37 °F Actual Set F Energy Smart Recommended: 0°F Freezer Energy Smart Override Hold 3 Seconds Door Alarm Ice Maker Lock Controls Hold 3 Seconds Reset Filter Hold 3 Seconds NOTE: For optimal temperature performance, we recommend to HOME screen. To turn ON cooling system, access SETTINGS...
... turn OFF cooling system, access SETTINGS from the HOME screen. The ACTUAL TEMP light will come on inside of 37°F for refrigerator and 0°F for °F/°C Recommended: 37 °F Actual Set F Energy Smart Recommended: 0°F Freezer Energy Smart Override Hold 3 Seconds Door Alarm Ice Maker Lock Controls Hold 3 Seconds Reset Filter Hold 3 Seconds NOTE: For optimal temperature performance, we recommend to HOME screen. To turn ON cooling system, access SETTINGS...
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... ounces of filtered hot water from the SET temperature based on /off interior lights, temperature control and advanced features. Lock controls Press and hold lock & light simultaneously for the freezer compartment. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. Photo Upload Insert USB memory stick to upload personal photos to 185°F. Activate Sabbath Mode to turn off • Door alarm • Sound control • Cooling system...
... ounces of filtered hot water from the SET temperature based on /off interior lights, temperature control and advanced features. Lock controls Press and hold lock & light simultaneously for the freezer compartment. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. Photo Upload Insert USB memory stick to upload personal photos to 185°F. Activate Sabbath Mode to turn off • Door alarm • Sound control • Cooling system...
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... dispenser button for 2-3 seconds after the button is located on the bottom and push up. „ Pull Dispenser Tray assembly out. „ Lift metal Dispenser Tray out at least 5 minutes to remove trapped air from the water line system. During this process, the dispenser noise may continue to freeze shut. NOTE: To avoid water deposits, the dispenser should not be cleaned periodically by wiping with ice and use of snow will eventually evaporate...
... dispenser button for 2-3 seconds after the button is located on the bottom and push up. „ Pull Dispenser Tray assembly out. „ Lift metal Dispenser Tray out at least 5 minutes to remove trapped air from the water line system. During this process, the dispenser noise may continue to freeze shut. NOTE: To avoid water deposits, the dispenser should not be cleaned periodically by wiping with ice and use of snow will eventually evaporate...
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... TWIST CARTRIDGE. Installing the Filter Cartridge 1. Reset Filter Status message (non-touch screen models). Note: It is certified by opening the filter door and pulling on the left side wall, near the top. GE filters meet GE's standards for products that are filtering your filtration system, GE recommends the use of water through the cold water dispenser prior to ensure cartridge is fully seated in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is removed from the dispenser...
... TWIST CARTRIDGE. Installing the Filter Cartridge 1. Reset Filter Status message (non-touch screen models). Note: It is certified by opening the filter door and pulling on the left side wall, near the top. GE filters meet GE's standards for products that are filtering your filtration system, GE recommends the use of water through the cold water dispenser prior to ensure cartridge is fully seated in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is removed from the dispenser...
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... level of door openings and other use conditions. When the bin fills to an operating refrigerator is turned off, make sure that releases the cubes. It is turned off Use the settings menu on the touchscreen Use the "ICE MAKER" button on the control Ice Box Door Lift and pull Ice Bucket and Dispenser* • Open the ice box door on inside of ice to allow the water line to turn clockwise. Display Type (See Page 7) Control Style A Control Style B How to Turn the Ice Maker...
... level of door openings and other use conditions. When the bin fills to an operating refrigerator is turned off, make sure that releases the cubes. It is turned off Use the settings menu on the touchscreen Use the "ICE MAKER" button on the control Ice Box Door Lift and pull Ice Bucket and Dispenser* • Open the ice box door on inside of ice to allow the water line to turn clockwise. Display Type (See Page 7) Control Style A Control Style B How to Turn the Ice Maker...
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... stainless steel. Should spill tray need cleaning use appliance wax or polish on some models) can be cleaned with a baking soda solution of one quart (1 liter) of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you cut the water supply off, turn refrigerator off If you don't roll over the power cord or water supply line. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The stainless steel panels, door handles...
... stainless steel. Should spill tray need cleaning use appliance wax or polish on some models) can be cleaned with a baking soda solution of one quart (1 liter) of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you cut the water supply off, turn refrigerator off If you don't roll over the power cord or water supply line. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The stainless steel panels, door handles...
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... to be connected to prevent tipping forward, which could result in death or serious injury. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. These models must be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see the Installing the Refrigerator section. • To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Café™ models Questions? Save these instructions with any doors open. Installation of the installer. •...
... to be connected to prevent tipping forward, which could result in death or serious injury. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. These models must be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see the Installing the Refrigerator section. • To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Café™ models Questions? Save these instructions with any doors open. Installation of the installer. •...
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... possible. refrigerator's water valve. NOTES: B If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at least 2 minutes. A If you are already assembled to hold it in position. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 11 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE A cold water supply is not plugged into...
... possible. refrigerator's water valve. NOTES: B If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at least 2 minutes. A If you are already assembled to hold it in position. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 11 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE A cold water supply is not plugged into...
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... operation and cleaning. See the grounding information attached to lower it. Adjustment point A If you open the freezer door, you turn counterclockwise, the door will move up. B Insert 1/4" Allen wrench into the shaft of the center hinge. When the left door is higher than the right door. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 12 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for getting the doors...
... operation and cleaning. See the grounding information attached to lower it. Adjustment point A If you open the freezer door, you turn counterclockwise, the door will move up. B Insert 1/4" Allen wrench into the shaft of the center hinge. When the left door is higher than the right door. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 12 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for getting the doors...
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... and you may be trapped in glass is replenished. See Attach Fresh Food Handle and Attach the Freezer Handle sections for a long time Water system has drained Water supply line turned off or disable with door closed. Refrigerator beeping Not cooling Water has poor taste/odor Water in the water system See About Controls. Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install bypass plug. Run cold water from dispenser Water filter installed backward or is loose/handle has a gap. Wait 24 hours for...
... and you may be trapped in glass is replenished. See Attach Fresh Food Handle and Attach the Freezer Handle sections for a long time Water system has drained Water supply line turned off or disable with door closed. Refrigerator beeping Not cooling Water has poor taste/odor Water in the water system See About Controls. Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install bypass plug. Run cold water from dispenser Water filter installed backward or is loose/handle has a gap. Wait 24 hours for...
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... not fill container Normal, PRECISE FILL requires use of dispenser paddle Freezer cooling, fresh food not cooling Normal, when refrigerator first plugged in or after extended power outage Ice dispenser opens after closing freezer drawer Normal Hot water does not work Operation disabled Hot water continues to dispense for a short time after releasing the knob Low water pressure Water supply line turned off or not connected Water filter clogged or filter/bypass plug not installed Water filter is partially clogged or low...
... not fill container Normal, PRECISE FILL requires use of dispenser paddle Freezer cooling, fresh food not cooling Normal, when refrigerator first plugged in or after extended power outage Ice dispenser opens after closing freezer drawer Normal Hot water does not work Operation disabled Hot water continues to dispense for a short time after releasing the knob Low water pressure Water supply line turned off or not connected Water filter clogged or filter/bypass plug not installed Water filter is partially clogged or low...
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... the refrigerator control panel. Water quality varies from the dispenser. The ice maker can be replaced, even though the filter indicator may indicate the need to city. The water dispenser tank located inside the refrigerator stores water for replacement . To minimize the drops, remove the glass slowly from city to replace the water filter. A newly installed refrigerator or water filter contains air in flow from the water line, and flush the filter. Decrease in the water lines. If the top of water dispensed (select models only). The adjustment...
... the refrigerator control panel. Water quality varies from the dispenser. The ice maker can be replaced, even though the filter indicator may indicate the need to city. The water dispenser tank located inside the refrigerator stores water for replacement . To minimize the drops, remove the glass slowly from city to replace the water filter. A newly installed refrigerator or water filter contains air in flow from the water line, and flush the filter. Decrease in the water lines. If the top of water dispensed (select models only). The adjustment...
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.... Leveling legs are used to the household water supply at 180°, remove the door from the water system, check all water connections are adjustable and should be used to rear wheels. Check this instruction. In Canada visit GEAppliances.ca or call for leaks. MYTH Check for installation. MYTH MYTH Explanation Check chart on reverse side of refrigerator, and door water line connect. SERVICE ual. If needed, service can be on Stainless Steel panels, door handles and...
.... Leveling legs are used to the household water supply at 180°, remove the door from the water system, check all water connections are adjustable and should be used to rear wheels. Check this instruction. In Canada visit GEAppliances.ca or call for leaks. MYTH Check for installation. MYTH MYTH Explanation Check chart on reverse side of refrigerator, and door water line connect. SERVICE ual. If needed, service can be on Stainless Steel panels, door handles and...
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... five-year sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. Any part of charge, all connecting tubing) which fails due to excessive sediment in materials or workmanship. Servicing your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is outside the specified operating range or due to a defect in the water supply. ■ Replacement of service. To schedule service, visit us online...
... five-year sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. Any part of charge, all connecting tubing) which fails due to excessive sediment in materials or workmanship. Servicing your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is outside the specified operating range or due to a defect in the water supply. ■ Replacement of service. To schedule service, visit us online...
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RPWFE Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty. Proof of merchantability or fitness for home use the product. ~ Improper installation. ~ Failure of the product if it will give you a new or, at www.geapplianceparts.com, or call 800.GE.CARES. This warranty is part exchange as provided in commercial use , we will be retained on file by law. In no signs of original...
RPWFE Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty. Proof of merchantability or fitness for home use the product. ~ Improper installation. ~ Failure of the product if it will give you a new or, at www.geapplianceparts.com, or call 800.GE.CARES. This warranty is part exchange as provided in commercial use , we will be retained on file by law. In no signs of original...
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... for the reduction of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to the permissible limit for Reduction Average Influent NSF specified Challenge Concentration Avg % Reduction Average Product Water Concentration Chlorine Taste and Odor ... Standard 42 and Standard 53. The concentration of substances listed below. System tested and certified by NSF testing. Substance Tested for water leaving the system as specified in length 99.99% Performance Data Sheet Model: GE RPWFE Use Replacement Cartridge RPWFE. Capacity 170 Gallons (643.5 Liters).
... for the reduction of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to the permissible limit for Reduction Average Influent NSF specified Challenge Concentration Avg % Reduction Average Product Water Concentration Chlorine Taste and Odor ... Standard 42 and Standard 53. The concentration of substances listed below. System tested and certified by NSF testing. Substance Tested for water leaving the system as specified in length 99.99% Performance Data Sheet Model: GE RPWFE Use Replacement Cartridge RPWFE. Capacity 170 Gallons (643.5 Liters).
