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...the right side, near the top of California Water Treatment Device Certificate 42 Warranty for Canadian Customers 40 Warranty for U.S. 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,... 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 . . . . ...
...the right side, near the top of California Water Treatment Device Certificate 42 Warranty for Canadian Customers 40 Warranty for U.S. 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,... 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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... certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the area. ■ In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and ...making repairs. RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are getting rid of an extension cord. Use this appliance only for "just a few days." SAFETY...
... certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the area. ■ In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and ...making repairs. RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are getting rid of an extension cord. Use this appliance only for "just a few days." SAFETY...
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...that matches the rating plate. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the power cord. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its length or at ...3-prong (grounding) plug which could cause a fire hazard from this appliance must be careful not to make sure the outlet is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to roll over or damage the power cord. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Do not use a cord...
...that matches the rating plate. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the power cord. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its length or at ...3-prong (grounding) plug which could cause a fire hazard from this appliance must be careful not to make sure the outlet is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to roll over or damage the power cord. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Do not use a cord...
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.... 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. Setting either or both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the ...to stabilize. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set the...
.... 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. Setting either or both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the ...to stabilize. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set the...
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...filter cartridge should be replaced when the flow of the cartridge. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. The grip on the tab at the front and pulling down . Lining up the arrow ...end of the cartridge should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe Service Center. Use caution when removing. A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. When to the icemaker decreases, or ...
...filter cartridge should be replaced when the flow of the cartridge. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. The grip on the tab at the front and pulling down . Lining up the arrow ...end of the cartridge should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe Service Center. Use caution when removing. A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. When to the icemaker decreases, or ...
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Lift the shelf up ; It will lock in the same manner. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the front. Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on ... shelf in the molded supports on all models. then pull out. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are on the door and push down. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Tilt the shelf up , insert the top hook at the back...
Lift the shelf up ; It will lock in the same manner. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the front. Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on ... shelf in the molded supports on all models. then pull out. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are on the door and push down. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Tilt the shelf up , insert the top hook at the back...
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... feeler arm, the icemaker will turn green when the freezer light switch is normal for how to begin making ice. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to the l (on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. Shelf Ice ... openings and other use conditions. Be sure nothing interferes with water. Throw away the first few batches of ice. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is available at extra cost. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the automatic icemaker. (on some models)...
... feeler arm, the icemaker will turn green when the freezer light switch is normal for how to begin making ice. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to the l (on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. Shelf Ice ... openings and other use conditions. Be sure nothing interferes with water. Throw away the first few batches of ice. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is available at extra cost. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the automatic icemaker. (on some models)...
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... steel (on some models) can cause it to a quart (1 liter) of baking soda in the dishwasher. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Do not use appliance wax or polish on the door handles and trim. Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave... Care and cleaning of petroleum jelly to break. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. ge.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel.
... steel (on some models) can cause it to a quart (1 liter) of baking soda in the dishwasher. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Do not use appliance wax or polish on the door handles and trim. Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave... Care and cleaning of petroleum jelly to break. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. ge.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel.
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... (15 ml) of water. When using a hand truck to flooding. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it straight in place to the floor covering or refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line ... (1 liter) of baking soda to position by taping them securely in . Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . All types of floor coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system...
... (15 ml) of water. When using a hand truck to flooding. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it straight in place to the floor covering or refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line ... (1 liter) of baking soda to position by taping them securely in . Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . All types of floor coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system...
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... does not remove power to release the tabs at the back and pull out to the light circuit. ge.com Refrigerator Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. After replacing with an appliance bulb of the shield. Plug the... refrigerator back in . Plug the refrigerator back in . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. To remove the light shield, grasp ...
... does not remove power to release the tabs at the back and pull out to the light circuit. ge.com Refrigerator Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. After replacing with an appliance bulb of the shield. Plug the... refrigerator back in . Plug the refrigerator back in . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. To remove the light shield, grasp ...
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... Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill Tape measure PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in Canada at ge.com (in the Reversing the Door Swing section. • To remove... MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to Installer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20 and 22 Questions? Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - A GE water supply kit (...
... Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill Tape measure PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in Canada at ge.com (in the Reversing the Door Swing section. • To remove... MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to Installer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20 and 22 Questions? Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - A GE water supply kit (...
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... to avoid readjustment of the cap. Reinstall the original screws in the water line near the refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will not perform properly. • Install it on doors until the refrigerator is properly aligned to the case top to remove doors, skip Step A. NOTE: Ensure the door...
... to avoid readjustment of the cap. Reinstall the original screws in the water line near the refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will not perform properly. • Install it on doors until the refrigerator is properly aligned to the case top to remove doors, skip Step A. NOTE: Ensure the door...
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... closes easily when opened about halfway. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you 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 until it is hand...
... closes easily when opened about halfway. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you 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 until it is hand...
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel handle: A Attach the handle to the handle mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the ...
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel handle: A Attach the handle to the handle mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the ...
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...NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to operate until it . C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. The icemaker will then begin to lower it reaches ...shelves and drawers. Set the icemaker power switch to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. Installation Instructions 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble. ...
...NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to operate until it . C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. The icemaker will then begin to lower it reaches ...shelves and drawers. Set the icemaker power switch to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. Installation Instructions 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble. ...
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... the rail assemblies back into locking position. 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 tight areas. C Set the drawer front on a frame inside the freezer drawer. Screw 20 Read these instructions completely and...
... the rail assemblies back into locking position. 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 tight areas. C Set the drawer front on a frame inside the freezer drawer. Screw 20 Read these instructions completely and...
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Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with the inside up. 22 This will be used again when reinstalling the door on the other side. B Remove the hinge cover on top of the door. C Using a... Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble remains on the hinge pin or inside the socket. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is not reversible on stainless steel models. • Read the instructions...
Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with the inside up. 22 This will be used again when reinstalling the door on the other side. B Remove the hinge cover on top of the door. C Using a... Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble remains on the hinge pin or inside the socket. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is not reversible on stainless steel models. • Read the instructions...
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...through the hinge bracket and into the freezer door. 24 C Install the door stop on the left side of the refrigerator. A Bottom of Door (Right Side) Bottom of the refrigerator. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.) 5 INSTALL BOTTOM HINGE AND LEVELING LEG A Using a 1/2″ socket ...ratchet/driver, install the hinge pin and nut in the opposite hole on the hinge bracket with leveling leg. 6 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER DOOR STOPS A Remove the door stop with the holes in the bottom of the door. B Using a 5/16″ socket ratchet/...
...through the hinge bracket and into the freezer door. 24 C Install the door stop on the left side of the refrigerator. A Bottom of Door (Right Side) Bottom of the refrigerator. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.) 5 INSTALL BOTTOM HINGE AND LEVELING LEG A Using a 1/2″ socket ...ratchet/driver, install the hinge pin and nut in the opposite hole on the hinge bracket with leveling leg. 6 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER DOOR STOPS A Remove the door stop with the holes in the bottom of the door. B Using a 5/16″ socket ratchet/...
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... to the top of the cabinet loosely with the bolts. C Make sure the gasket on top of the door. REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is on the back of the badge with the cabinet. Replace the hinge cover. Unplug the...to avoid using them in place, tighten the top hinge bolts. Make sure the door is even across the front. Installation Instructions 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. Attach the hinge to the door. Support the door on the handle side and make sure the door...
... to the top of the cabinet loosely with the bolts. C Make sure the gasket on top of the door. REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is on the back of the badge with the cabinet. Replace the hinge cover. Unplug the...to avoid using them in place, tighten the top hinge bolts. Make sure the door is even across the front. Installation Instructions 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. Attach the hinge to the door. Support the door on the handle side and make sure the door...
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...screw securing the center hinge cover, lift the hinge cover and place to the side on top of the refrigerator. Remove hinge cover (1 Phillips screw) C Remove the hinge cover on top of the refrigerator door by removing the Phillips head screw and pulling the cover up. D Using a 5/16″ ...side. 4 REMOVE FREEZER DRAWER Refer to the cabinet. There are no center hinge covers on a non-scratching surface with masking tape. 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) E Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the socket in the bottom of the door. Set the hinge and bolts ...
...screw securing the center hinge cover, lift the hinge cover and place to the side on top of the refrigerator. Remove hinge cover (1 Phillips screw) C Remove the hinge cover on top of the refrigerator door by removing the Phillips head screw and pulling the cover up. D Using a 5/16″ ...side. 4 REMOVE FREEZER DRAWER Refer to the cabinet. There are no center hinge covers on a non-scratching surface with masking tape. 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) E Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the socket in the bottom of the door. Set the hinge and bolts ...