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... Bottom Freezer Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 10 Care and Cleaning 11, 12 Controls 4 Crispers and Pans 7 Freezer 8, 9 Replacing the Light Bulbs 13 Shelves and Bins 6 Water Filter 5 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 15-19 ...Water Line 28-30 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 14 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 25-27 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 20, 21 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 22-25 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . ...
... Bottom Freezer Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 10 Care and Cleaning 11, 12 Controls 4 Crispers and Pans 7 Freezer 8, 9 Replacing the Light Bulbs 13 Shelves and Bins 6 Water Filter 5 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 15-19 ...Water Line 28-30 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 14 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 25-27 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 20, 21 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 22-25 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . ...
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... freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at a time, and allow 24 hours after each adjustment for the temperature to stabilize. If this film ... it now. Initially, set . Adjust the controls one increment at 5. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the digital temperature controls. Allow 24 hours for the...
... freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at a time, and allow 24 hours after each adjustment for the temperature to stabilize. If this film ... it now. Initially, set . Adjust the controls one increment at 5. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the digital temperature controls. Allow 24 hours for the...
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... plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in on the tab at the front and pulling down . A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it locks into place. Do...cartridges in Canada should be replaced when the flow of the cartridge. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the water filter. (on some models) ge.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you will not operate without the ...
... plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in on the tab at the front and pulling down . A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it locks into place. Do...cartridges in Canada should be replaced when the flow of the cartridge. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the water filter. (on some models) ge.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you will not operate without the ...
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To replace: While tilting the shelf up ; To replace: Engage the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up , insert the top hook at the back of the shelf locks into place. Lower the front of...Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on all models. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in place. Not all items from the shelf. Tilt the shelf up at the front. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. It will lock in the ...
To replace: While tilting the shelf up ; To replace: Engage the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up , insert the top hook at the back of the shelf locks into place. Lower the front of...Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on all models. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in place. Not all items from the shelf. Tilt the shelf up at the front. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. It will lock in the ...
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... pan out to the most useful location for your family's needs. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 ge.com Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models) This pan can be wiped dry. Slide the control all models. Snack Pan (on all the way to the LOW setting to provide high humidity recommended for most...
... pan out to the most useful location for your family's needs. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 ge.com Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models) This pan can be wiped dry. Slide the control all models. Snack Pan (on all the way to the LOW setting to provide high humidity recommended for most...
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...: Tilt the basket back and lower it down into the freezer. Appearance may vary Basket Removal To remove the deep full-width basket on all models. Lift the basket up at the front to back and installed into the drawer. When replacing the basket, make sure that it is seated in.... The basket can be sure to a horizontal position and press it down into the freezer. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the freezer drawer. (on some models) Not all features are on freezer drawer models: Open the freezer drawer until it stops.
...: Tilt the basket back and lower it down into the freezer. Appearance may vary Basket Removal To remove the deep full-width basket on all models. Lift the basket up at the front to back and installed into the drawer. When replacing the basket, make sure that it is seated in.... The basket can be sure to a horizontal position and press it down into the freezer. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the freezer drawer. (on some models) Not all features are on freezer drawer models: Open the freezer drawer until it stops.
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...basket higher than the rim of the basket and pull straight out to slide. It will lock in the molded supports on door models: Open the basket out to stick or jam when opening or closing. Basket Removal To remove the full-width sliding wire basket on...place. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To replace 9 then pull out. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the freezer compartment. (on some models) ge.com Not all features are on Freezer Door To remove: Lift the shelf straight up the front of the basket. To remove Non-Adjustable...
...basket higher than the rim of the basket and pull straight out to slide. It will lock in the molded supports on door models: Open the basket out to stick or jam when opening or closing. Basket Removal To remove the full-width sliding wire basket on...place. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To replace 9 then pull out. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the freezer compartment. (on some models) ge.com Not all features are on Freezer Door To remove: Lift the shelf straight up the front of the basket. To remove Non-Adjustable...
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...not come already equipped with the sweep of the feeler arm. It is pressed in a 24-hour period, depending on some models) A newly installed refrigerator may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making one batch of ice. Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow...to clear. Be sure nothing interferes with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is shut off ) position. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is made to the O (off) position if the water supply is available at extra cost. Shelf ...
...not come already equipped with the sweep of the feeler arm. It is pressed in a 24-hour period, depending on some models) A newly installed refrigerator may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making one batch of ice. Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow...to clear. Be sure nothing interferes with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is shut off ) position. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is made to the O (off) position if the water supply is available at extra cost. Shelf ...
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...models) can scratch and weaken the paint finish. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of baking soda in the dishwasher. Use warm water and baking soda solution- Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator...cause them to a quart (1 liter) of baking soda to break. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel... keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of the refrigerator. Do not wipe the refrigerator with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may leave ...
...models) can scratch and weaken the paint finish. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of baking soda in the dishwasher. Use warm water and baking soda solution- Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator...cause them to a quart (1 liter) of baking soda to break. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel... keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of the refrigerator. Do not wipe the refrigerator with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may leave ...
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... coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to flooding. All types of the refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some... models). Leave the doors open. Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of water. Installation Instructions Consumer...
... coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to flooding. All types of the refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some... models). Leave the doors open. Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of water. Installation Instructions Consumer...
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...(ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to a cold water line. Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - A GE water supply kit... with the Consumer. • Note to Installer - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20 and 22 Questions?
...(ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to a cold water line. Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - A GE water supply kit... with the Consumer. • Note to Installer - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20 and 22 Questions?
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... order to leave the doors and handles attached to the refrigerator while transporting it into the wall outlet. • If your refrigerator does not have a water filter, we recommend installing one . If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002)...See Installing the Water Line section. Do not cut plastic tube to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section or Step 2 of the refrigerator. Start with a side against the truck. Standard Depth Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.)...
... order to leave the doors and handles attached to the refrigerator while transporting it into the wall outlet. • If your refrigerator does not have a water filter, we recommend installing one . If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002)...See Installing the Water Line section. Do not cut plastic tube to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section or Step 2 of the refrigerator. Start with a side against the truck. Standard Depth Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.)...
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...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 refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut... turn the legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the O (off) position. Icemaker-Ready models Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Copper Tubing 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression ...
...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 refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut... turn the legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the O (off) position. Icemaker-Ready models Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Copper Tubing 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression ...
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...the adhesive backing on the door with the 3/32″ A Badge Allen wrench and remove the handle. B NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on the underside of the handles - NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to prevent damaging the door. ...REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLE (on some B models): • Remove Badge the handle mounting fasteners with the 1/8″ Allen wrench and remove the handle. Installation Instructions 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD...
...the adhesive backing on the door with the 3/32″ A Badge Allen wrench and remove the handle. B NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on the underside of the handles - NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to prevent damaging the door. ...REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLE (on some B models): • Remove Badge the handle mounting fasteners with the 1/8″ Allen wrench and remove the handle. Installation Instructions 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD...
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... the mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws with a 3/32″ Allen wrench. NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on back of the handle with a 1/8″ Allen wrench. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel handle: A Attach the handle to the handle...
... the mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws with a 3/32″ Allen wrench. NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on back of the handle with a 1/8″ Allen wrench. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel handle: A Attach the handle to the handle...
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...water valve may turn on ) position. A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. 12 REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers. The icemaker will not begin operation automatically. CAUTION: To avoid possible..., the leveling legs must be firmly touching the floor. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from the freezer baskets. Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on up to 3 times to deliver enough water to operate until...
...water valve may turn on ) position. A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. 12 REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers. The icemaker will not begin operation automatically. CAUTION: To avoid possible..., the leveling legs must be firmly touching the floor. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from the freezer baskets. Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on up to 3 times to deliver enough water to operate until...
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Rail Assembly Drawer Assembly 3 REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE (if needed) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through a doorway, the base grille can be removed. A Remove the base grille by removing the screws. Lift the basket up and ... 20 Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET A Open the freezer drawer until it stops. Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed, to separate the drawer railings from the rail assemblies.
Rail Assembly Drawer Assembly 3 REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE (if needed) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through a doorway, the base grille can be removed. A Remove the base grille by removing the screws. Lift the basket up and ... 20 Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET A Open the freezer drawer until it stops. Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed, to separate the drawer railings from the rail assemblies.
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... rail assemblies. Rail assembly C Insert the hooks at the back of the rail assemblies near the back. Installation Instructions REPLACING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) Two people may be required to complete this procedure. 1 ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES A Pull out the rail assemblies to the...
... rail assemblies. Rail assembly C Insert the hooks at the back of the rail assemblies near the back. Installation Instructions REPLACING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) Two people may be required to complete this procedure. 1 ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES A Pull out the rail assemblies to the...
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.... • Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from the socket in the bottom of the refrigerator door by carefully prying it up with a putty knife, if necessary. Hinge Cover Top Hinge TOOLS YOU WILL NEED... by their related parts to avoid using them in the hinge kit. Unplug the refrigerator from the cabinet. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is properly ...on a non-scratching surface with masking tape. Then lift the hinge straight up . 22
.... • Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from the socket in the bottom of the refrigerator door by carefully prying it up with a putty knife, if necessary. Hinge Cover Top Hinge TOOLS YOU WILL NEED... by their related parts to avoid using them in the hinge kit. Unplug the refrigerator from the cabinet. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is properly ...on a non-scratching surface with masking tape. Then lift the hinge straight up . 22
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... is even across the front. Support the door on top of the cabinet loosely with the cabinet. REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is aligned with the bolts. IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet. Unplug the...on the handle side and make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is not folded. Installation Instructions 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. While holding the door in the wrong places. • Provide a non-scratching work surface for ...
... is even across the front. Support the door on top of the cabinet loosely with the cabinet. REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is aligned with the bolts. IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet. Unplug the...on the handle side and make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is not folded. Installation Instructions 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. While holding the door in the wrong places. • Provide a non-scratching work surface for ...