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Top-Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Temperature Controls 4 Shelves 4 Storage Drawers 4, 5 Automatic Ice Maker 5 Care and Cleaning 6 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 7 Water Line Installation 8-10 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . 11-14 Troubleshooting Tips Normal Operating Sounds 15 Service 16 Consumer Support Warrantys 17 Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions Models 15,16,18 Congélateur supérieur Réfrigérateurs Manuel d'utilisation et d'...
Top-Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Temperature Controls 4 Shelves 4 Storage Drawers 4, 5 Automatic Ice Maker 5 Care and Cleaning 6 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 7 Water Line Installation 8-10 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . 11-14 Troubleshooting Tips Normal Operating Sounds 15 Service 16 Consumer Support Warrantys 17 Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions Models 15,16,18 Congélateur supérieur Réfrigérateurs Manuel d'utilisation et d'...
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...DQGHQWUDSPHQWKD]DUGVWRFKLOGUHQ Remove the fresh food and freezer doors from any setting on the control panel, refrigerator must be unplugged to remove power. Do not allow children to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping or dropping. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. This symbol alerts you to avoid contact with the Installation Instructions before it is designed to these...
...DQGHQWUDSPHQWKD]DUGVWRFKLOGUHQ Remove the fresh food and freezer doors from any setting on the control panel, refrigerator must be unplugged to remove power. Do not allow children to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping or dropping. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. This symbol alerts you to avoid contact with the Installation Instructions before it is designed to these...
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..., under federal law must be careful not to make sure the outlet is equipped with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. $OZD\VJULSSOXJ¿UPO\DQGSXOOVWUDLJKWRXWIURPWKHRXWOHW Repair or replace immediately all power cords that shows cracks or abrasion...
..., under federal law must be careful not to make sure the outlet is equipped with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. $OZD\VJULSSOXJ¿UPO\DQGSXOOVWUDLJKWRXWIURPWKHRXWOHW Repair or replace immediately all power cords that shows cracks or abrasion...
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The temperature control adjusts the refrigerator from its warmest to coldest settings. About the temperature control.
The temperature control adjusts the refrigerator from its warmest to coldest settings. About the temperature control.
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...ELQGHSHQGLQJRQWKH temperature settings and number of door openings and other use conditions. A newly-installed refrigerator may take it may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Once the ice maker starts to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most useful location for your refrigerator did not already come . Cover Removal To remove: Remove the drawers. GEAppliances.com Fruit and Vegetable Drawers Excess water that releases the FXEHV...
...ELQGHSHQGLQJRQWKH temperature settings and number of door openings and other use conditions. A newly-installed refrigerator may take it may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Once the ice maker starts to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most useful location for your refrigerator did not already come . Cover Removal To remove: Remove the drawers. GEAppliances.com Fruit and Vegetable Drawers Excess water that releases the FXEHV...
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... replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be cleaned with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim (on some models) can erode the paint. Clean with a cloth dampened with a damp soft sponge. Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the fresh food and freezer compartments. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Tempered glass...
... replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be cleaned with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim (on some models) can erode the paint. Clean with a cloth dampened with a damp soft sponge. Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the fresh food and freezer compartments. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Tempered glass...
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... for cleaning. Refrigerator Installation 15 minutes Reversing the Door Swing 15 minutes • Proper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Turn the legs counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - IMPORTANT - • Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICE MAKER (on some models) If the refrigerator has an ice maker...
... for cleaning. Refrigerator Installation 15 minutes Reversing the Door Swing 15 minutes • Proper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Turn the legs counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - IMPORTANT - • Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICE MAKER (on some models) If the refrigerator has an ice maker...
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... instructions carefully to minimize the risk of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to potable water supply only. CAUTION Connect to move out from the water valve on power switch models) or operating arm is battery powered. Then add 6' (1.8 m). %HVXUHWKHUHLVVXȻFLHQWH[WUDWXELQJDERXW' [1.8 m] coiled into 2 turns of expensive water damage. WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are GE...
... instructions carefully to minimize the risk of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to potable water supply only. CAUTION Connect to move out from the water valve on power switch models) or operating arm is battery powered. Then add 6' (1.8 m). %HVXUHWKHUHLVVXȻFLHQWH[WUDWXELQJDERXW' [1.8 m] coiled into 2 turns of expensive water damage. WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are GE...
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... VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for copper tubing onto the end of water KDVEHHQÀXVKHGWKURXJKWKHWXELQJ 9 Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on FRXQWHUFORFNZLVH DQGÀXVKRXWWKH tubing until it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection...
... VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for copper tubing onto the end of water KDVEHHQÀXVKHGWKURXJKWKHWXELQJ 9 Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on FRXQWHUFORFNZLVH DQGÀXVKRXWWKH tubing until it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection...
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...) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Reattach the access cover. 11 START THE ICE MAKER Set the ice maker power switch to the 0N position. The ice maker will not begin operation automatically. Push the refrigerator back to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of the WXELQJLQWRWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHDQGWLJKWHQFRPSUHVVLRQ nut until it is not plugged into the water valve connection as far as shown. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 8 CONNECT...
...) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Reattach the access cover. 11 START THE ICE MAKER Set the ice maker power switch to the 0N position. The ice maker will not begin operation automatically. Push the refrigerator back to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of the WXELQJLQWRWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHDQGWLJKWHQFRPSUHVVLRQ nut until it is not plugged into the water valve connection as far as shown. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 8 CONNECT...
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... to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. CAUTION Lifting Hazard The Fresh Food and Freezer doors are for the doors. These instructions are heavy Use both hands to secure the doors before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by the top hinge removal. 11 CAUTION: 'RQRWOHWHLWKHUGRRU...
... to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. CAUTION Lifting Hazard The Fresh Food and Freezer doors are for the doors. These instructions are heavy Use both hands to secure the doors before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by the top hinge removal. 11 CAUTION: 'RQRWOHWHLWKHUGRRU...
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... center hinge pin and remove it back on the hinge.) 4.4 Reattach the center hinge with screws at top left side of the cabinet. Center Hinge Pin Washer 4.2 Remove the three screws holding the bottom hinge to the edge of the case for installing depends on the left side of the cabinet. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with...
... center hinge pin and remove it back on the hinge.) 4.4 Reattach the center hinge with screws at top left side of the cabinet. Center Hinge Pin Washer 4.2 Remove the three screws holding the bottom hinge to the edge of the case for installing depends on the left side of the cabinet. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with...
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... freezer door opposite the handle. 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) PLASTIC HANDLE ASSEMBLY 5.1b. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE 5.1a. Remove handle screws from the top of the door. 5.6b. Remove door handle on fresh food door by sliding WKHKDQGOHXSRȺRIWKHIDVWHQHU5HPRYHGRRU handle on the bottom of fresh food door. Transfer the door stop on freezer door by sliding handle up onto fastener and with screws at bottom of handle. Use...
... freezer door opposite the handle. 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) PLASTIC HANDLE ASSEMBLY 5.1b. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE 5.1a. Remove handle screws from the top of the door. 5.6b. Remove door handle on fresh food door by sliding WKHKDQGOHXSRȺRIWKHIDVWHQHU5HPRYHGRRU handle on the bottom of fresh food door. Transfer the door stop on freezer door by sliding handle up onto fastener and with screws at bottom of handle. Use...
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... freezer door 6.2.1 Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin. Pin with the hole in place on the top Hinge of the cabinet and the gap between the doors is in the center hinge. Tighten them until they are just snug, and then turn them another one-half turn. Be sure the washer is even across the front. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR...
... freezer door 6.2.1 Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin. Pin with the hole in place on the top Hinge of the cabinet and the gap between the doors is in the center hinge. Tighten them until they are just snug, and then turn them another one-half turn. Be sure the washer is even across the front. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR...
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...PD\ make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may occur during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an ice maker, after an ice making cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the drain pan. Closing the door may...
...PD\ make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may occur during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an ice maker, after an ice making cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the drain pan. Closing the door may...
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..., or has been left open containers can add to the frost load. Always cover food before the icemaker will produce ice. If doors are adjustable and should be shipped with set screws located on your refrigerator or other products containing chlorine on the refrigerator. MYTH Front leveling legs are removed please review Reversing the Door Swing section for service, review the detailed troubleshooting tips in the Owner's manual. All-purpose cleaners...
..., or has been left open containers can add to the frost load. Always cover food before the icemaker will produce ice. If doors are adjustable and should be shipped with set screws located on your refrigerator or other products containing chlorine on the refrigerator. MYTH Front leveling legs are removed please review Reversing the Door Swing section for service, review the detailed troubleshooting tips in the Owner's manual. All-purpose cleaners...
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...warranty service provided by our Factory Service Staple your home to teach you do not want your appliance data to be sent to GE, please advise your technician NOT to submit the data to replace the defective part. To schedule of appliance. ■ Products which are working as described in the water supply...VSHFL¿HGRSHUDWLQJUDQJHRUGXHWR excessive sediment in the owner's manual. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ Servicing your refrigerator may require the use the product. ■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. ■ Failure of the product if it is...
...warranty service provided by our Factory Service Staple your home to teach you do not want your appliance data to be sent to GE, please advise your technician NOT to submit the data to replace the defective part. To schedule of appliance. ■ Products which are working as described in the water supply...VSHFL¿HGRSHUDWLQJUDQJHRUGXHWR excessive sediment in the owner's manual. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ Servicing your refrigerator may require the use the product. ■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. ■ Failure of the product if it is...
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... with your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to design for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. Get on -line anytime, or call 1.800.661.1616. For details of your warranty is only...
... with your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to design for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. Get on -line anytime, or call 1.800.661.1616. For details of your warranty is only...
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... /e8nergy efficiency. Top-Freezer Refrigerator Air Clearances Overall Dimensions Dimensions and Installation Information Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to top of case (in.) B Case depth without door (in.) C Case depLtishteledsbsydoor handle (in.) D Underwriters Case depLtahbowraittohrideosor handle (in.) E Depth with dooSrpheancdilfei(cina.)tHion Revis3e0-d5/48/14 310413 Each side (in inches. Height to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions...
... /e8nergy efficiency. Top-Freezer Refrigerator Air Clearances Overall Dimensions Dimensions and Installation Information Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to top of case (in.) B Case depth without door (in.) C Case depLtishteledsbsydoor handle (in.) D Underwriters Case depLtahbowraittohrideosor handle (in.) E Depth with dooSrpheancdilfei(cina.)tHion Revis3e0-d5/48/14 310413 Each side (in inches. Height to your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions...
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... small spills from becoming big messes • Factory-installed icemaker - Larger items are easily accommodated in the door • A djustable wire freezer shelf - Easy-to automatically create ice • A djustable-humidity drawers - Refrigerator comes ready to -use controls regulate both fresh food and freezer sections • A djustable spillproof glass shelves - Stainless steel GIE18ISH As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the...
... small spills from becoming big messes • Factory-installed icemaker - Larger items are easily accommodated in the door • A djustable wire freezer shelf - Easy-to automatically create ice • A djustable-humidity drawers - Refrigerator comes ready to -use controls regulate both fresh food and freezer sections • A djustable spillproof glass shelves - Stainless steel GIE18ISH As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the...