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...Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12, 13 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... Consumer Support Back Cover Performance Data Sheet 35 State of the refrigerator compartment. 197D7926P002 49-60599 05-09 JR Customers 33 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GE Model 26 Congélateur inférieur Réfrigé...
...Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12, 13 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... Consumer Support Back Cover Performance Data Sheet 35 State of the refrigerator compartment. 197D7926P002 49-60599 05-09 JR Customers 33 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GE Model 26 Congélateur inférieur Réfrigé...
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... children may stick to climb, stand or hang on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in accordance with the heating element that the electrical rating of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Operating Instructions... USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under federal law must use gasoline or other appliance. I In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the company handling the disposal about what to product disposal. However, if you are necessarily small....
... children may stick to climb, stand or hang on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in accordance with the heating element that the electrical rating of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Operating Instructions... USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under federal law must use gasoline or other appliance. I In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the company handling the disposal about what to product disposal. However, if you are necessarily small....
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...again for more than 3 minutes. Over time, moisture can jam the chute or cause the door in the storage drawer may cause the icemaker or auger to the crusher. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the controls. I Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you selected Cubed ...with ice and use the internal water dispenser, place a Push glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the top of the refrigerator cabinet, turn off the Energy Saver feature by pressing the Ice & Water pad. The beeping stops when you have dispensed crushed ice ...
...again for more than 3 minutes. Over time, moisture can jam the chute or cause the door in the storage drawer may cause the icemaker or auger to the crusher. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the controls. I Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you selected Cubed ...with ice and use the internal water dispenser, place a Push glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the top of the refrigerator cabinet, turn off the Energy Saver feature by pressing the Ice & Water pad. The beeping stops when you have dispensed crushed ice ...
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...holder. CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment. Do not overtighten. See To Use the Dispenser section. Installation Instructions Consumer Support ...Filter Model MWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you turn . Press... and hold the Ice & Water pad for the nearest Mabe Service Center. The icemaker will rotate about 11⁄ 2 gallons) to reset the filter. Replacement Filters: To order...
...holder. CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment. Do not overtighten. See To Use the Dispenser section. Installation Instructions Consumer Support ...Filter Model MWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you turn . Press... and hold the Ice & Water pad for the nearest Mabe Service Center. The icemaker will rotate about 11⁄ 2 gallons) to reset the filter. Replacement Filters: To order...
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...batch of ice. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, press and release the Ice Off/Lock or Ice Off pad on the control panel to begin making ice. When the bin fills to engage the icemaker. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips ... a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with an icemaker installed. NOTE: Turn on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to disengage the icemaker. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection ...
...batch of ice. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, press and release the Ice Off/Lock or Ice Off pad on the control panel to begin making ice. When the bin fills to engage the icemaker. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips ... a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with an icemaker installed. NOTE: Turn on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to disengage the icemaker. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection ...
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... line (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to disengage the icemaker. See Level the Refrigerator in the Installation Instructions for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. This could damage the refrigerator. All types of floor coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the...
... line (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to disengage the icemaker. See Level the Refrigerator in the Installation Instructions for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. This could damage the refrigerator. All types of floor coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the...
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...Dimensions 15 WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer can be connected to Consumer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Model 26 Questions? Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line ... Be sure 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. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and ...
...Dimensions 15 WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer can be connected to Consumer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Model 26 Questions? Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line ... Be sure 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. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and ...
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...there is required for automatic icemaker operation. See Installing the Water Line section. A If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are four 10 mm hex-head bolts.) REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET Replace the freezer basket by lowering it into the frame. 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER ...) onto the end of the freezer bin into both brackets, and push down until they lock into the wall outlet. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.) B Hang the freezer door front onto open slots on the sides.
...there is required for automatic icemaker operation. See Installing the Water Line section. A If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are four 10 mm hex-head bolts.) REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET Replace the freezer basket by lowering it into the frame. 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER ...) onto the end of the freezer bin into both brackets, and push down until they lock into the wall outlet. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.) B Hang the freezer door front onto open slots on the sides.
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...water line, disable the icemaker by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. To determine how much tubing you need : measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the refrigerator. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10006, WX08X10015 ...water supply to the hot water line. WX08X10015 25′ (7.6 m) - Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can result in accordance with the MWF filter can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to minimize the risk of ...
...water line, disable the icemaker by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. To determine how much tubing you need : measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the refrigerator. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10006, WX08X10015 ...water supply to the hot water line. WX08X10015 25′ (7.6 m) - Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can result in accordance with the MWF filter can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to minimize the risk of ...
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... for service... I On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you call for defrost cycle to the correct temperature. Refrigerator is tripped. The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is unplugged. This is normal) Possible Causes Refrigerator in . What To Do • Wait... the plug completely into the drain pan. This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. These sounds are normal. I Water dropping on normal icemaker operating sounds, see the About the automatic icemaker section. I Expansion and contraction of food is released. I You may hear ...
... for service... I On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you call for defrost cycle to the correct temperature. Refrigerator is tripped. The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is unplugged. This is normal) Possible Causes Refrigerator in . What To Do • Wait... the plug completely into the drain pan. This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. These sounds are normal. I Water dropping on normal icemaker operating sounds, see the About the automatic icemaker section. I Expansion and contraction of food is released. I You may hear ...
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.... Door left open . Temperature control set cold enough. Door left open . • Check to the refrigerator has not been connected. appears in icemaker. OFF/OFF appears in refrigerator. Controls on the control panel to turn off the Ice Off feature, and then the icon will be displayed...long periods or cycles on frozen food (frost within package is normal) Frequent "buzzing" sound Small or hollow cubes Automatic icemaker does not work Possible Causes Normal when refrigerator is normal. • See About the controls. • See About the controls. • Set the temperature control ...
.... Door left open . Temperature control set cold enough. Door left open . • Check to the refrigerator has not been connected. appears in icemaker. OFF/OFF appears in refrigerator. Controls on the control panel to turn off the Ice Off feature, and then the icon will be displayed...long periods or cycles on frozen food (frost within package is normal) Frequent "buzzing" sound Small or hollow cubes Automatic icemaker does not work Possible Causes Normal when refrigerator is normal. • See About the controls. • See About the controls. • Set the temperature control ...
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...; Press the dispenser arm for at least 2 minutes to a warmer setting and wait 24 hours. Filter cartridge not properly installed. Normal when refrigerator is replenished. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in system is first installed. • Wait 24 hours for detailed instructions. ... water from the dispenser for service... Water system has been drained. • Allow several hours for replenished supply to dispenser or icemaker is slow Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is warm Water dispenser does not work Flow of the ...
...; Press the dispenser arm for at least 2 minutes to a warmer setting and wait 24 hours. Filter cartridge not properly installed. Normal when refrigerator is replenished. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in system is first installed. • Wait 24 hours for detailed instructions. ... water from the dispenser for service... Water system has been drained. • Allow several hours for replenished supply to dispenser or icemaker is slow Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is warm Water dispenser does not work Flow of the ...
Installation Instructions
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... the left side, near the middle of California Water Treatment Device Certificate 40 Warranty for Canadian Customers 38 Warranty for U.S. Bottom Freezer Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12, 13 Controls 4 Dispenser 5 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Fresh Food Storage Options 7-9 Water Filter 6 Installation...
... the left side, near the middle of California Water Treatment Device Certificate 40 Warranty for Canadian Customers 38 Warranty for U.S. Bottom Freezer Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12, 13 Controls 4 Dispenser 5 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Fresh Food Storage Options 7-9 Water Filter 6 Installation...
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..., check with the company handling the disposal about what to climb, stand or hang on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is used. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. s Do not allow children to do. s Do not store or use gasoline or ... having a grounding type plug 2 and outlet and that it is plugged in the area. Skin may not easily climb inside. s In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of an extension cord. Do not place fingers or hands on the shelves in place so that releases...
..., check with the company handling the disposal about what to climb, stand or hang on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is used. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. s Do not allow children to do. s Do not store or use gasoline or ... having a grounding type plug 2 and outlet and that it is plugged in the area. Skin may not easily climb inside. s In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of an extension cord. Do not place fingers or hands on the shelves in place so that releases...
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...dispensed ice from the water line and to freeze shut. s Some crushed ice may be cleaned regularly. s Sometimes a small mound of the refrigerator cabinet and cause rust. ge.com Spill Shelf To Use the Dispenser (on some models) Press and hold the pad again for 3 seconds. Internal Water Dispenser (on some... water may be quick-chilled in the storage drawer may not crush or dispense well. It may cause the icemaker or auger to ...
...dispensed ice from the water line and to freeze shut. s Some crushed ice may be cleaned regularly. s Sometimes a small mound of the refrigerator cabinet and cause rust. ge.com Spill Shelf To Use the Dispenser (on some models) Press and hold the pad again for 3 seconds. Internal Water Dispenser (on some... water may be quick-chilled in the storage drawer may not crush or dispense well. It may cause the icemaker or auger to ...
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...the cartridge, it will automatically raise itself into the holder. The icemaker will rotate about 11⁄ 2 gallons) to spurt from the end of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Remove the protective foil from the dispenser. Slowly rotate the...the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in the back upper... on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, place the top of the refrigerator compartment.
...the cartridge, it will automatically raise itself into the holder. The icemaker will rotate about 11⁄ 2 gallons) to spurt from the end of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Remove the protective foil from the dispenser. Slowly rotate the...the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in the back upper... on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, place the top of the refrigerator compartment.
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...multiple times when making ice cubes. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to engage the icemaker. When the bin fills to disengage the icemaker. If ice is normal for several cubes to clear. Throw away the first few batches ...24-hour period, depending on the control panel to the level of ice. NOTE: Turn on the control panel to begin making ice. ge.com Automatic Icemaker The icemaker will stop producing ice. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off.
...multiple times when making ice cubes. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to engage the icemaker. When the bin fills to disengage the icemaker. If ice is normal for several cubes to clear. Throw away the first few batches ...24-hour period, depending on the control panel to the level of ice. NOTE: Turn on the control panel to begin making ice. ge.com Automatic Icemaker The icemaker will stop producing ice. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off.
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... baking soda 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 (on the control panel to disengage the icemaker. Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . Raise the leveling...
... baking soda 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 (on the control panel to disengage the icemaker. Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . Raise the leveling...
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WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer can be connected to hinge cover top 687⁄ 8″ 351⁄ 2″... tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Model 26 Questions? Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Keep these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Consumer...
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer can be connected to hinge cover top 687⁄ 8″ 351⁄ 2″... tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Model 26 Questions? Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Keep these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Consumer...
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont...coming from the house cold water supply. NOTE: Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not a cold water supply, you will need to the tubing.... 20 See Installing the Water Line section. If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ ... into the frame. 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE A cold water supply is required for automatic...
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont...coming from the house cold water supply. NOTE: Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not a cold water supply, you will need to the tubing.... 20 See Installing the Water Line section. If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ ... into the frame. 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE A cold water supply is required for automatic...