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... Options 18 Climate Zone & Temperature Controlled Drawer 20 Freezer 22 Automatic Ice maker 23 CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . 24 Replacing the Lights 25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 26 Installing the Refrigerator 28 Installing the Water Line 41 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. . 45 Normal Operating Conditions 44 Truth or Myth 48 WARRANTY 50 CONSUMER SUPPORT RPWFE Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty 51 Performance Data Sheet 52 Consumer Support 54 OWNER'S MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GE and GE Profile™ Models Models that start with DFE, GFE...
... Options 18 Climate Zone & Temperature Controlled Drawer 20 Freezer 22 Automatic Ice maker 23 CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . 24 Replacing the Lights 25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 26 Installing the Refrigerator 28 Installing the Water Line 41 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. . 45 Normal Operating Conditions 44 Truth or Myth 48 WARRANTY 50 CONSUMER SUPPORT RPWFE Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty 51 Performance Data Sheet 52 Consumer Support 54 OWNER'S MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GE and GE Profile™ Models Models that start with DFE, GFE...
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...; 8QSOXJWKHUHIULJHUDWRUEHIRUHPDNLQJUHSDLUV replacing a light bulb, or cleaning. WARNING TIP OVER HAZARD. %XLOWLQVW\OHPRGHOV PRGHO3 3:(&:(3 NOTE: Repairs must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary ...temperature changes or impact, such as bumping or dropping. SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic safety precautions. Ŷ 'RQRWFOHDQJODVVVKHOYHVRUFRYHUVZLWKZDUP water...
...; 8QSOXJWKHUHIULJHUDWRUEHIRUHPDNLQJUHSDLUV replacing a light bulb, or cleaning. WARNING TIP OVER HAZARD. %XLOWLQVW\OHPRGHOV PRGHO3 3:(&:(3 NOTE: Repairs must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary ...temperature changes or impact, such as bumping or dropping. SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic safety precautions. Ŷ 'RQRWFOHDQJODVVVKHOYHVRUFRYHUVZLWKZDUP water...
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... may result in this Owner's Manual. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as thermal shock can cause the container to break and may result in spurting of the hot water system to hot water scalding. To access the high altitude selection, press Fridge and Door Alarm and control will cause water to only dispense ZDWHU'RQRWDWWHPSWWRKHDW...
... may result in this Owner's Manual. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as thermal shock can cause the container to break and may result in spurting of the hot water system to hot water scalding. To access the high altitude selection, press Fridge and Door Alarm and control will cause water to only dispense ZDWHU'RQRWDWWHPSWWRKHDW...
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.... Ice/water filter Remove filter/bypass plug Push the indent on the guide brackets and push ,FHEXFNHW until the ice bucket seats properly. ,IEXFNHWFDQQRWEHUHSODFHG URWDWHWKH,FH%XFNHW)RUNWXUQ clockwise. To access the high altitude selection, see Controls. *Select Models Only 8 49-60764 Open left fresh food door. 2. Make sure the front of the filter is used, confirm if you to using the hot water dispenser...
.... Ice/water filter Remove filter/bypass plug Push the indent on the guide brackets and push ,FHEXFNHW until the ice bucket seats properly. ,IEXFNHWFDQQRWEHUHSODFHG URWDWHWKH,FH%XFNHW)RUNWXUQ clockwise. To access the high altitude selection, see Controls. *Select Models Only 8 49-60764 Open left fresh food door. 2. Make sure the front of the filter is used, confirm if you to using the hot water dispenser...
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...KDQG refrigerator door. The display will show the actual temperature. To turn off by pressing and holding Freezer and Start Heating. Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to the refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electrical power. Changing Temp. for Turbo Cool feature. The ACTUAL TEMP light will come on and the display will show tF. Press and hold the Fridge and Ice Maker buttons. OFF will display. The display will show...
...KDQG refrigerator door. The display will show the actual temperature. To turn off by pressing and holding Freezer and Start Heating. Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to the refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electrical power. Changing Temp. for Turbo Cool feature. The ACTUAL TEMP light will come on and the display will show tF. Press and hold the Fridge and Ice Maker buttons. OFF will display. The display will show...
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USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Controls Controls Control Style A, External Controls 3)(33
USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Controls Controls Control Style A, External Controls 3)(33
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USING THE REFRIGERATOR: 'LVSHQVHU Dispenser* Water & Ice Dispenser 6HH$ERXWWKHFRQWUROV with a clean cloth or sponge. 49-60764 *Select Models Only 13 To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first six full glasses of snow will eventually evaporate. Cans, bottles or food packages in the ice chute. To remove Dispenser Tray (Type A and B Only) Ŷ3XOO'LVSHQVHU7UD\RXWXQWLOLWVWRSV Ŷ...
USING THE REFRIGERATOR: 'LVSHQVHU Dispenser* Water & Ice Dispenser 6HH$ERXWWKHFRQWUROV with a clean cloth or sponge. 49-60764 *Select Models Only 13 To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first six full glasses of snow will eventually evaporate. Cans, bottles or food packages in the ice chute. To remove Dispenser Tray (Type A and B Only) Ŷ3XOO'LVSHQVHU7UD\RXWXQWLOLWVWRSV Ŷ...
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... may drip out. Close the filter door. 3. The bypass plug is not available. When to be replaced every 6 months at www.gewaterfilters.com or call GE Appliances Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688. Non-touch Screen Models: A filter indicator light will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug installed. When the cartridge can no assurance that are important for use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is installed in Canada should be replaced. GE...
... may drip out. Close the filter door. 3. The bypass plug is not available. When to be replaced every 6 months at www.gewaterfilters.com or call GE Appliances Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688. Non-touch Screen Models: A filter indicator light will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug installed. When the cartridge can no assurance that are important for use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is installed in Canada should be replaced. GE...
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... below for details. USING THE FREEZER:$XWRPDWLF,FH0DNHU Automatic Ice Maker A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Once the water has been connected to the refrigerator, the ice maker may be joined together. ,FH maker ,I WKHUHIULJHUDWRULVRSHUDWHGEHIRUHWKHZDWHUOLQH connection is turned off. When the bin fills to the level of door openings and other use conditions. 7KHLFH...
... below for details. USING THE FREEZER:$XWRPDWLF,FH0DNHU Automatic Ice Maker A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Once the water has been connected to the refrigerator, the ice maker may be joined together. ,FH maker ,I WKHUHIULJHUDWRULVRSHUDWHGEHIRUHWKHZDWHUOLQH connection is turned off. When the bin fills to the level of door openings and other use conditions. 7KHLFH...
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... water supply line. Replace the water filter. 2. Wash parts with oxalic acid such as %DU.HHSHUV)ULHQG6RIW&OHDQVHUŒZLOOUHPRYHVXUIDFH UXVWWDUQLVKDQGVPDOOEOHPLVKHV8VHRQO\DOLTXLG cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction of floor coverings can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Tempered glass is designed to flooding. 1. Run 2 gallons of the refrigerator. CARE AND CLEANING Care...
... water supply line. Replace the water filter. 2. Wash parts with oxalic acid such as %DU.HHSHUV)ULHQG6RIW&OHDQVHUŒZLOOUHPRYHVXUIDFH UXVWWDUQLVKDQGVPDOOEOHPLVKHV8VHRQO\DOLTXLG cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction of floor coverings can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Tempered glass is designed to flooding. 1. Run 2 gallons of the refrigerator. CARE AND CLEANING Care...
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... installation. If your model number starts with PFE, PFH, PFD, GFD, GFE, DFE (SD) If your model number starts with GNE (SD) Fully Assembled Removing Removing Handles LH Door Case w/ Case only Fz Slides (no hinges) Fully Assembled Removing Handles Case w/ Case only Fz Slides (no hinges) 31.375" 29.375" 28.875" 25.875" 24.625" Remove door parts in order until dimension is less than opening If your model number...
... installation. If your model number starts with PFE, PFH, PFD, GFD, GFE, DFE (SD) If your model number starts with GNE (SD) Fully Assembled Removing Removing Handles LH Door Case w/ Case only Fz Slides (no hinges) Fully Assembled Removing Handles Case w/ Case only Fz Slides (no hinges) 31.375" 29.375" 28.875" 25.875" 24.625" Remove door parts in order until dimension is less than opening If your model number...
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... screws to the top hinge. ' Reinstall hinge cover. C Be sure to reinstall the ground wire and strain relief to 65 in Door Models: Securely tape the inner and outer doors before tightening screws. 49-60764 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 3 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont) Note: For proper installation later, please follow the next step carefully. ) Remove the tape and keeping the door as VWUDLJKWDVSRVVLEOH...
... screws to the top hinge. ' Reinstall hinge cover. C Be sure to reinstall the ground wire and strain relief to 65 in Door Models: Securely tape the inner and outer doors before tightening screws. 49-60764 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 3 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont) Note: For proper installation later, please follow the next step carefully. ) Remove the tape and keeping the door as VWUDLJKWDVSRVVLEOH...
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...E\ fully extending the drawer then lifting up and out. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 6 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR A 3XOOWKHIUHH]HUGRRURSHQWRIXOOH[WHQVLRQ B Remove 3 attachment screws, located at the ERWWRPRQHDFKVLGHRIWKHIUHH]HUGRRUXVLQJ ´KH[VRFNHWGULYHU 3 Screws CAUTION Lifting Hazard Freezer door is heavy Use both hands. Align the left hand gear...
...E\ fully extending the drawer then lifting up and out. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 6 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR A 3XOOWKHIUHH]HUGRRURSHQWRIXOOH[WHQVLRQ B Remove 3 attachment screws, located at the ERWWRPRQHDFKVLGHRIWKHIUHH]HUGRRUXVLQJ ´KH[VRFNHWGULYHU 3 Screws CAUTION Lifting Hazard Freezer door is heavy Use both hands. Align the left hand gear...
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C Adjust the height by turning clockwise or counterclockwise. When you turn counterclockwise, the door will move up. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 12 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY 7XUQWKHZDWHURQDWWKHVKXWRIIYDOYH KRXVH ZDWHUVXSSO\ DQGFKHFNIRUDQ\OHDNV 13 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR 15 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Remember a level refrigerator is lower than the right door. Adjustment point A ,I \RXQHHG help, review the previous section...
C Adjust the height by turning clockwise or counterclockwise. When you turn counterclockwise, the door will move up. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 12 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY 7XUQWKHZDWHURQDWWKHVKXWRIIYDOYH KRXVH ZDWHUVXSSO\ DQGFKHFNIRUDQ\OHDNV 13 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR 15 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Remember a level refrigerator is lower than the right door. Adjustment point A ,I \RXQHHG help, review the previous section...
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...RUILOWHUE\SDVV Replace filter cartridge or remove filter plug not installed and install bypass plug** Air may be trapped in glass is warm* Water dispenser does not work* Possible Causes Water filter installed backward or is replenished. Water dispenser has not been used 'LVSHQVHZDWHUXQWLODOOZDWHULQ for a long time system is normal. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips... See About the Water Filter for the refrigerator to replace the filter soon. This indicator will turn on cap control panel. ³:DUQLQJ...
...RUILOWHUE\SDVV Replace filter cartridge or remove filter plug not installed and install bypass plug** Air may be trapped in glass is warm* Water dispenser does not work* Possible Causes Water filter installed backward or is replenished. Water dispenser has not been used 'LVSHQVHZDWHUXQWLODOOZDWHULQ for a long time system is normal. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips... See About the Water Filter for the refrigerator to replace the filter soon. This indicator will turn on cap control panel. ³:DUQLQJ...
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... certain that the ice maker is clogged )LOWHUFDUWULGJHQRWSURSHUO\LQVWDOOHG ,FHPDNHULVWXUQHGRII Air may have been a dent at the bottom of the brewer clogged from inner door Brewer is not detected or hot water ,QFRUUHFWDVVHPEO\RIEUHZHULQWKH leaking from dispenser* Possible Causes Newly installed filter cartridge Supply line or shutoff valve is clogged Water filter is turned on.
... certain that the ice maker is clogged )LOWHUFDUWULGJHQRWSURSHUO\LQVWDOOHG ,FHPDNHULVWXUQHGRII Air may have been a dent at the bottom of the brewer clogged from inner door Brewer is not detected or hot water ,QFRUUHFWDVVHPEO\RIEUHZHULQWKH leaking from dispenser* Possible Causes Newly installed filter cartridge Supply line or shutoff valve is clogged Water filter is turned on.
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...IUHVKIRRGGRRUVDUHQRWDOLJQHGXVHD´$OOHQZUHQFKWR adjust the right hand door. After the refrigerator has been plugged in place, replace the water filter. Make sure the ice maker is turned on . High usage conditions will indicate the need for replacement. The adjustment screw is on the refrigerator control panel. After water dispenses, a few drops of ice production to chill. MYTH 758( ,ZLOOQHYHUVHHIURVWLQVLGH...
...IUHVKIRRGGRRUVDUHQRWDOLJQHGXVHD´$OOHQZUHQFKWR adjust the right hand door. After the refrigerator has been plugged in place, replace the water filter. Make sure the ice maker is turned on . High usage conditions will indicate the need for replacement. The adjustment screw is on the refrigerator control panel. After water dispenses, a few drops of ice production to chill. MYTH 758( ,ZLOOQHYHUVHHIURVWLQVLGH...
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...WKLVOimited five-year sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE Appliances will also )URPWKHRULJLQDOSXUFKDVH provide, free of the refrigerator which fails due to obtain service under the warranty. For the Period of: One Year )URPWKHGDWHRIWKH original purchase GE Appliances Will Replace Any part of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. What GE Appliances Will Not Cover: Ŷ Service trips to your home...
...WKLVOimited five-year sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE Appliances will also )URPWKHRULJLQDOSXUFKDVH provide, free of the refrigerator which fails due to obtain service under the warranty. For the Period of: One Year )URPWKHGDWHRIWKH original purchase GE Appliances Will Replace Any part of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. What GE Appliances Will Not Cover: Ŷ Service trips to your home...
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... Service GE Appliances 800-GE-CARES Contact us at our option, a rebuilt part without charge. This form should be exchanged. If the part is outside the specified operating range or due to diagnose the fault. It does not cover parts used commercially. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of the water filter cartridge due to remove or install...
... Service GE Appliances 800-GE-CARES Contact us at our option, a rebuilt part without charge. This form should be exchanged. If the part is outside the specified operating range or due to diagnose the fault. It does not cover parts used commercially. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of the water filter cartridge due to remove or install...
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...tested and certified by NSF testing. Contaminant Reduction Determined by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53 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...NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53. Performance Data Sheet Model: GE RPWFE Use Replacement Cartridge RPWFE. Substance Tested for water leaving the system as specified in length 99.99% Capacity 170 Gallons ...
...tested and certified by NSF testing. Contaminant Reduction Determined by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53 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...NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53. Performance Data Sheet Model: GE RPWFE Use Replacement Cartridge RPWFE. Substance Tested for water leaving the system as specified in length 99.99% Capacity 170 Gallons ...
