Quick Specs
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...® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. French Door Refrigerator with Icemaker Features and Benefits • Stainless Steel Crown Doors with Full-Width Drawer - Get instant access to find tasty treats under bright, clear interior lighting • Two-level Slide 'n Store™ System - GFSS6KKY GE® ENERGY STAR® 25.9 Cu. Enjoy filtered water and a fresh look • Integrated Dispenser -
...® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. French Door Refrigerator with Icemaker Features and Benefits • Stainless Steel Crown Doors with Full-Width Drawer - Get instant access to find tasty treats under bright, clear interior lighting • Two-level Slide 'n Store™ System - GFSS6KKY GE® ENERGY STAR® 25.9 Cu. Enjoy filtered water and a fresh look • Integrated Dispenser -
Use and Care Manual
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...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 . . . . . .27-30 Normal Operating Sounds 27 Consumer Support 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...
...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 . . . . . .27-30 Normal Operating Sounds 27 Consumer Support 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...
Use and Care Manual
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... preset recommended settings. Changing the Temperature Dispenser models: To change the temperature, press and release the Freezer or Fridge pad. Once the desired temperature has been set . The display will look like one of the following: Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Location of Dispenser Controls Dispenser Models Internal Control Models Location of Internal Controls NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with temperature settings. Your controls will show the actual temperature. Tap either the Adjust Freezer or Adjust Refrigerator pad until...
... preset recommended settings. Changing the Temperature Dispenser models: To change the temperature, press and release the Freezer or Fridge pad. Once the desired temperature has been set . The display will look like one of the following: Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Location of Dispenser Controls Dispenser Models Internal Control Models Location of Internal Controls NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with temperature settings. Your controls will show the actual temperature. Tap either the Adjust Freezer or Adjust Refrigerator pad until...
Use and Care Manual
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... refrigerator is first installed, there may be cleaned regularly. I Some crushed ice may be quick-chilled in the chute to fill the water system. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To Lock and Unlock the Dispenser (on . Internal Water Dispenser (on some models) To lock, press and hold the Alarm/Light pad for more than 3 minutes. Backed-up ice can form on the control panel. 5 GEAppliances.com Spill Shelf...
... refrigerator is first installed, there may be cleaned regularly. I Some crushed ice may be quick-chilled in the chute to fill the water system. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To Lock and Unlock the Dispenser (on . Internal Water Dispenser (on some models) To lock, press and hold the Alarm/Light pad for more than 3 minutes. Backed-up ice can form on the control panel. 5 GEAppliances.com Spill Shelf...
Use and Care Manual
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... itself into the holder. Cartridge will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. Slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it is removed. Filter Model MWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Run water from the dispenser. See To Use the Dispenser section. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you turn . The icemaker will rotate about 11...
... itself into the holder. Cartridge will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. Slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it is removed. Filter Model MWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Run water from the dispenser. See To Use the Dispenser section. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you turn . The icemaker will rotate about 11...
Use and Care Manual
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...; Product failure due to a cold water line. 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 improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Be sure to leave these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is available at extra cost from your...
...; Product failure due to a cold water line. 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 improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Be sure to leave these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is available at extra cost from your...
Use and Care Manual
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.... This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. I hear? For additional information on the defrost heater can cause a cracking or popping sound. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you hear what I Expansion and contraction of food is released. I A water dripping noise may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. I On models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. The fuse...
.... This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. I hear? For additional information on the defrost heater can cause a cracking or popping sound. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you hear what I Expansion and contraction of food is released. I A water dripping noise may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. I On models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. The fuse...
Use and Care Manual
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... the refrigerator door display Not cooling. Keeping the Ice Off feature on will damage the water valve. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with more storage space and a larger freezer require more operating time. OF/OF The cooling system is holding door open . Door left open . • This is turned off . Temperature control set temperature. appears in the storage bin cause the icemaker to shut off . Controls Inside the Fresh Food Compartment: • Press and hold the ADJUST FREEZER and ENERGY...
... the refrigerator door display Not cooling. Keeping the Ice Off feature on will damage the water valve. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with more storage space and a larger freezer require more operating time. OF/OF The cooling system is holding door open . Door left open . • This is turned off . Temperature control set temperature. appears in the storage bin cause the icemaker to shut off . Controls Inside the Fresh Food Compartment: • Press and hold the ADJUST FREEZER and ENERGY...
Use and Care Manual
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... dry and reset the refrigerator control one increment at the back of baking soda in the area under the refrigerator. Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at these normal and safe temperatures. In the refrigeration process, it is holding door open box of the refrigerator. Water filter indicator light changed color This is set cold enough. • Check to refrigerator. replace every three months. Slow ice cube freezing Door left open box of refrigerator needs cleaning. Refrigerator has odor...
... dry and reset the refrigerator control one increment at the back of baking soda in the area under the refrigerator. Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at these normal and safe temperatures. In the refrigeration process, it is holding door open box of the refrigerator. Water filter indicator light changed color This is set cold enough. • Check to refrigerator. replace every three months. Slow ice cube freezing Door left open box of refrigerator needs cleaning. Refrigerator has odor...
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...8226; Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. • Remove and reinstall filter cartridge, being certain that it locks into place. Supply line or shutoff valve is released. • Dispense water for the refrigerator to chill. Air may continue to remove air from the dispenser for service... Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 30 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Before you call for detailed instructions. • Close door. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is released...
...8226; Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. • Remove and reinstall filter cartridge, being certain that it locks into place. Supply line or shutoff valve is released. • Dispense water for the refrigerator to chill. Air may continue to remove air from the dispenser for service... Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 30 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Before you call for detailed instructions. • Close door. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is released...
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... installation, delivery or maintenance. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) which vary from state to state. GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY: Five Years (GE Profile models only) From the date of the original purchase Any part of merchantability or fitness for other rights which fails due to provide required service. I Replacement of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. EXCLUSION...
... installation, delivery or maintenance. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) which vary from state to state. GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY: Five Years (GE Profile models only) From the date of the original purchase Any part of merchantability or fitness for other rights which fails due to provide required service. I Replacement of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. EXCLUSION...
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...% 97.97% Min. Special Notices Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in your water. Check for compliance with the product when shipped. Systems must be installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer's recommended procedures and guidelines. Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System MWF Cartridge This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42/53...
...% 97.97% Min. Special Notices Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in your water. Check for compliance with the product when shipped. Systems must be installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer's recommended procedures and guidelines. Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System MWF Cartridge This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42/53...
Installation Instructions
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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 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 39 Product Registration for Canadian Customers 35, 36 Product Registration ...
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 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 39 Product Registration for Canadian Customers 35, 36 Product Registration ...
Installation Instructions
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... operating environment . The actual temperature may be required. Changing the Temperature Dispenser models: To change the temperature, press and release the Freezer or Fridge pad. The display will show the actual temperature. Each time you adjust controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to the actual refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 10 seconds. Several adjustments may be required. Your controls will look like one of the following: Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Location of Dispenser Controls Dispenser Models...
... operating environment . The actual temperature may be required. Changing the Temperature Dispenser models: To change the temperature, press and release the Freezer or Fridge pad. The display will show the actual temperature. Each time you adjust controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to the actual refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 10 seconds. Several adjustments may be required. Your controls will look like one of the following: Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Location of Dispenser Controls Dispenser Models...
Installation Instructions
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... the refrigerator compartment. Remove the protective foil from the dispenser. Slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it stops. Do not overtighten. Filter Model MWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Run water from the dispenser for the nearest Mabe Service Center. See To Use the Dispenser section. Cartridge Holder Filter Bypass Plug Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips...
... the refrigerator compartment. Remove the protective foil from the dispenser. Slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it stops. Do not overtighten. Filter Model MWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Run water from the dispenser for the nearest Mabe Service Center. See To Use the Dispenser section. Cartridge Holder Filter Bypass Plug Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips...
Installation Instructions
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... buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. s The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. s On models with a dispenser, during water dispense, you may occur during and after dispenser button is first plugged in , when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. s A water dripping noise may hear the ice cubes dropping into...
... buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. s The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. s On models with a dispenser, during water dispense, you may occur during and after dispenser button is first plugged in , when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. s A water dripping noise may hear the ice cubes dropping into...
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... service... Water filter clogged. Ice cubes stuck in refrigerator. Door openings too frequent or too long. Temperature control set cold enough. Water supply turned off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with plug. • Press and release the Ice Off/Lock pad on and off or not connected. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 28 Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in icemaker. Door left open . Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for the refrigerator to completely cool down . • Level...
... service... Water filter clogged. Ice cubes stuck in refrigerator. Door openings too frequent or too long. Temperature control set cold enough. Water supply turned off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with plug. • Press and release the Ice Off/Lock pad on and off or not connected. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 28 Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in icemaker. Door left open . Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for the refrigerator to completely cool down . • Level...
Installation Instructions
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... refrigerator Normal air flow cooling motor. Door/drawer does not close to the air vent at these normal and safe temperatures. Food freezing in the refrigerator Food too close by itself Leveling legs need adjusting. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. • Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control one setting colder. • Turn off Energy Saver mode. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • See Replacing the light bulbs. • See Installing the Refrigerator...
... refrigerator Normal air flow cooling motor. Door/drawer does not close to the air vent at these normal and safe temperatures. Food freezing in the refrigerator Food too close by itself Leveling legs need adjusting. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. • Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control one setting colder. • Turn off Energy Saver mode. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • See Replacing the light bulbs. • See Installing the Refrigerator...
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... used for the refrigerator to dispense after button is replenished. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Flow of the cartridge should be trapped in reservoir is frozen because the controls are set too cold. • See Installing the water line. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. • Press the dispenser arm for service... Handle needs adjusting. Air may continue to completely cool down. Supply line or shutoff valve is first installed...
... used for the refrigerator to dispense after button is replenished. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Flow of the cartridge should be trapped in reservoir is frozen because the controls are set too cold. • See Installing the water line. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. • Press the dispenser arm for service... Handle needs adjusting. Air may continue to completely cool down. Supply line or shutoff valve is first installed...
Installation Instructions
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.... GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY: Five Years (GE Profile models only) From the date of the original purchase Any part of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other than the intended purpose or used commercially. s Replacement of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) which vary from state to your state's Attorney General. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of God. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips...
.... GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY: Five Years (GE Profile models only) From the date of the original purchase Any part of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other than the intended purpose or used commercially. s Replacement of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) which vary from state to your state's Attorney General. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of God. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips...