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Customers 33 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GE Model 26 Congélateur inférieur Réfrigérateurs Manuel d'utilisation et d'installation La section française commence à ...Controls 4, 5 Dispenser 5 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Fresh Food Storage Options 7-9 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-23 Installing the Water Line 24-26 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .27-30 Normal Operating Sounds 27 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Performance Data Sheet...
Customers 33 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GE Model 26 Congélateur inférieur Réfrigérateurs Manuel d'utilisation et d'installation La section française commence à ...Controls 4, 5 Dispenser 5 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Fresh Food Storage Options 7-9 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-23 Installing the Water Line 24-26 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .27-30 Normal Operating Sounds 27 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Performance Data Sheet...
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... grounding type plug 2 and outlet and that any other flammable vapors and liquids in . If you must use of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to product disposal. Use this appliance only for "just a few days." SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using ...hazards under federal law must be removed prior to help prevent accidents. DANGER! Junked or abandoned refrigerators are getting rid of an extension cord. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. However, if you are still dangerous...even if they will sit...
... grounding type plug 2 and outlet and that any other flammable vapors and liquids in . If you must use of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to product disposal. Use this appliance only for "just a few days." SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using ...hazards under federal law must be removed prior to help prevent accidents. DANGER! Junked or abandoned refrigerators are getting rid of an extension cord. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. However, if you are still dangerous...even if they will sit...
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... plug firmly and pull straight out from the power cord. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to minimize the possibility of this appliance is properly grounded. The power cord of electric shock hazard from this...is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which could cause a fire hazard from the wall, be properly grounded. When moving the refrigerator away from overheated wires. Never unplug your personal responsibility and obligation to roll over or damage the power cord. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do...
... plug firmly and pull straight out from the power cord. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to minimize the possibility of this appliance is properly grounded. The power cord of electric shock hazard from this...is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which could cause a fire hazard from the wall, be properly grounded. When moving the refrigerator away from overheated wires. Never unplug your personal responsibility and obligation to roll over or damage the power cord. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do...
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... Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Location of Dispenser Controls Dispenser Models Internal Control Models Location of Internal Controls NOTE: The refrigerator is displayed. Allow 24 hours for the freezer compartment. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based... on all features are preset in the refrigerator and freezer. Once the desired temperature has been set . The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well...
... Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Location of Dispenser Controls Dispenser Models Internal Control Models Location of Internal Controls NOTE: The refrigerator is displayed. Allow 24 hours for the freezer compartment. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based... on all features are preset in the refrigerator and freezer. Once the desired temperature has been set . The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well...
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... I After crushed ice is blocking the chute, poke it through with the Energy Saver feature on the front surface of the refrigerator cabinet and cause rust. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To Lock and Unlock the Dispenser (on some models) The door alarm... from trays or bags to the crusher. This happens occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get directed to the storage drawer. The refrigerator is equipped with ice and use the internal water dispenser, place a Push glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the...
... I After crushed ice is blocking the chute, poke it through with the Energy Saver feature on the front surface of the refrigerator cabinet and cause rust. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To Lock and Unlock the Dispenser (on some models) The door alarm... from trays or bags to the crusher. This happens occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get directed to the storage drawer. The refrigerator is equipped with ice and use the internal water dispenser, place a Push glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the...
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... use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Cartridge Holder Filter Bypass Plug Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. When to... corner of the new cartridge up into position. Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, place the top of the refrigerator compartment. A small amount of the cartridge. The icemaker will rotate about 11⁄ 2 gallons) to spurt from the end of water ...
... use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Cartridge Holder Filter Bypass Plug Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. When to... corner of the new cartridge up into position. Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, place the top of the refrigerator compartment. A small amount of the cartridge. The icemaker will rotate about 11⁄ 2 gallons) to spurt from the end of water ...
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... Shelves Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills from the shelf. Lift the pan up at the back of the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the snack pan is adjustable and can be changed like the other...
... Shelves Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills from the shelf. Lift the pan up at the back of the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the snack pan is adjustable and can be changed like the other...
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... the molded supports on the door and push down. Non-Adjustable Bins on the Door (on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to work area. To replace or relocate: Slide in place. The bin will lock in the molded door supports and push down . NOTE: On models...
... the molded supports on the door and push down. Non-Adjustable Bins on the Door (on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to work area. To replace or relocate: Slide in place. The bin will lock in the molded door supports and push down . NOTE: On models...
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...will depend on the control panel to disengage the icemaker. NOTE: Turn on the control panel to engage the icemaker. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to the level of the feeler arm, the icemaker will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink. ...an icemaker installed. If ice is normal for several cubes to clear. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the automatic icemaker. A newly installed refrigerator may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making one batch of door openings and other use conditions. NOTE: In homes with water....
...will depend on the control panel to disengage the icemaker. NOTE: Turn on the control panel to engage the icemaker. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to the level of the feeler arm, the icemaker will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink. ...an icemaker installed. If ice is normal for several cubes to clear. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the automatic icemaker. A newly installed refrigerator may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making one batch of door openings and other use conditions. NOTE: In homes with water....
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... cleaning cold glass shelves with steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleaners. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Do not wipe the refrigerator with a sponge, damp cloth or paper towel. Do not use wax on stainless steel. Do not use appliance wax, polish, ... a cloth dampened with a soft cloth. Dry with soapy water. Keep the outside clean. These may permanently affect the appearance of the refrigerator. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. NOTE: The protective film may cause them to shatter. Silver-accented plastic parts. ...
... cleaning cold glass shelves with steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleaners. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Do not wipe the refrigerator with a sponge, damp cloth or paper towel. Do not use wax on stainless steel. Do not use appliance wax, polish, ... a cloth dampened with a soft cloth. Dry with soapy water. Keep the outside clean. These may permanently affect the appearance of the refrigerator. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. NOTE: The protective film may cause them to shatter. Silver-accented plastic parts. ...
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... items such as base grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it straight in damage to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by taping them securely in the Installation Instructions for Vacation For... system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to disengage the icemaker. Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models) and ensure the anti-tip bracket ...
... items such as base grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it straight in damage to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by taping them securely in the Installation Instructions for Vacation For... system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to disengage the icemaker. Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models) and ensure the anti-tip bracket ...
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...on the back side of the cover to the stop position. Replace with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage. Plug the refrigerator back in . Pull drawer out to remove it. Replace the shield. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Plug the... Replace the shield. Turn the bulb counterclockwise. NOTE: Reveal® appliance bulbs may be hot. Refrigerator Lights Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Replace with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage...
...on the back side of the cover to the stop position. Replace with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage. Plug the refrigerator back in . Pull drawer out to remove it. Replace the shield. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Plug the... Replace the shield. Turn the bulb counterclockwise. NOTE: Reveal® appliance bulbs may be hot. Refrigerator Lights Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Replace with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage...
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... level - Installation of the installer. • Product failure due to Consumer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Model 26 Questions? PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to 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...
... level - Installation of the installer. • Product failure due to Consumer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Model 26 Questions? PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to 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...
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... 16 Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) 1 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Loosen the set screws located on doors until the refrigerator is in order to leave the doors and handles attached ...to the refrigerator while transporting it into the...
... 16 Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) 1 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Loosen the set screws located on doors until the refrigerator is in order to leave the doors and handles attached ...to the refrigerator while transporting it into the...
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...on top with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Gray Coupling F Remove the two grounding cables with a flat-head screwdriver. Mounting Fasteners 5 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) C Remove the three screws on the gray coupling and pull out the tubing. B Remove the two rectangular caps with a...mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the bottom of the handle with a 1/8″ Allen wrench. A 5 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Open the refrigerator doors. G Remove three 10 mm hex-head bolts (right and left). Installation Instructions 3 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE ...
...on top with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Gray Coupling F Remove the two grounding cables with a flat-head screwdriver. Mounting Fasteners 5 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) C Remove the three screws on the gray coupling and pull out the tubing. B Remove the two rectangular caps with a...mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the bottom of the handle with a 1/8″ Allen wrench. A 5 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Open the refrigerator doors. G Remove three 10 mm hex-head bolts (right and left). Installation Instructions 3 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE ...
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... the top cap and reattach the three Phillips-head screws on top. Then connect the water line and door electrical connector. 6 REPLACING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Install the center hinge on the door is flush against the cabinet and is on the center hinge pin or inside door hinge ...is aligned with the cabinet and opposite door. F Attach the ground wire with masking tape or have a second person support the door. B Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. While holding the aligned door in Step 5. 18 C Securely tape the door shut with a Phillips-head screwdriver at ...
... the top cap and reattach the three Phillips-head screws on top. Then connect the water line and door electrical connector. 6 REPLACING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Install the center hinge on the door is flush against the cabinet and is on the center hinge pin or inside door hinge ...is aligned with the cabinet and opposite door. F Attach the ground wire with masking tape or have a second person support the door. B Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. While holding the aligned door in Step 5. 18 C Securely tape the door shut with a Phillips-head screwdriver at ...
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NOTE: Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not a cold water supply, you will need ...FREEZER BIN Hook the ends of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.) B Hang the freezer door front onto open slots on ... bolts.) REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET Replace the freezer basket by lowering it into the frame. 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. If there is not...
NOTE: Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not a cold water supply, you will need ...FREEZER BIN Hook the ends of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.) B Hang the freezer door front onto open slots on ... bolts.) REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET Replace the freezer basket by lowering it into the frame. 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. If there is not...
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... leaks. Installation Instructions 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) B If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible. Ferrule ...1/4″ (sleeve) Compression Nut Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing 11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR See the...
... leaks. Installation Instructions 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) B If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible. Ferrule ...1/4″ (sleeve) Compression Nut Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing 11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR See the...
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... to insert depends on the floor and does not wobble. 2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to lower it. 13 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) C Adjust the height by turning clockwise or counterclockwise. The number of pliers in position during operation and cleaning. NOTE: Four... CAUTION: To avoid possible personal injury or property damage, the leveling legs must be firmly touching the floor. 13 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Remember a level refrigerator is higher than the right door. When the left door is 0.04″. B Insert the supplied 4 mm Allen wrench into...
... to insert depends on the floor and does not wobble. 2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to lower it. 13 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) C Adjust the height by turning clockwise or counterclockwise. The number of pliers in position during operation and cleaning. NOTE: Four... CAUTION: To avoid possible personal injury or property damage, the leveling legs must be firmly touching the floor. 13 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Remember a level refrigerator is higher than the right door. When the left door is 0.04″. B Insert the supplied 4 mm Allen wrench into...
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...be sure both ends of expensive water damage. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4″ outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the hot water line. See About the Automatic Icemaker for more information. If using ...is battery powered. WX08X10006 15′ (4.6 m) - WX08X10015 25′ (7.6 m) - Call a qualified plumber to minimize the risk of the tubing are available in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are cut square. Do not install the icemaker tubing...
...be sure both ends of expensive water damage. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4″ outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the hot water line. See About the Automatic Icemaker for more information. If using ...is battery powered. WX08X10006 15′ (4.6 m) - WX08X10015 25′ (7.6 m) - Call a qualified plumber to minimize the risk of the tubing are available in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are cut square. Do not install the icemaker tubing...