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...Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 12 Care and Cleaning 14, 15 ClimateKeeper2 6 Crispers and Pans 11 CustomCool 6 Ice and Water Dispenser 13 Refrigerator Doors 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 16 Shelves and Bins 8, 9 Temperature Controls 5 TurboCool 5 Water Filter 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 26-29 Moving the Refrigerator 22-25... Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 21 Trim Kits and Panels 17-20 ...
...Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 12 Care and Cleaning 14, 15 ClimateKeeper2 6 Crispers and Pans 11 CustomCool 6 Ice and Water Dispenser 13 Refrigerator Doors 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 16 Shelves and Bins 8, 9 Temperature Controls 5 TurboCool 5 Water Filter 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 26-29 Moving the Refrigerator 22-25... Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 21 Trim Kits and Panels 17-20 ...
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... Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: s This refrigerator must be performed by a qualified individual. s Do not allow children to these extremely cold surfaces. s Do not touch the cold...Be careful closing doors when children are in accordance with the heating element located on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is used. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in...
... Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: s This refrigerator must be performed by a qualified individual. s Do not allow children to these extremely cold surfaces. s Do not touch the cold...Be careful closing doors when children are in accordance with the heating element located on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is used. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in...
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...past. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: s Take off the doors. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under certain conditions, we strongly ...EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under federal law must use of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to do. If you are getting rid of the ... having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of an old refrigeration product, check with the company handling the disposal about what to help prevent accidents. Installation...
...past. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: s Take off the doors. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under certain conditions, we strongly ...EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under federal law must use of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to do. If you are getting rid of the ... having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of an old refrigeration product, check with the company handling the disposal about what to help prevent accidents. Installation...
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... from the outlet. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the power cord. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its length or at either end. If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it replaced with a ... have it is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. When moving the refrigerator away from this appliance is your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
... from the outlet. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the power cord. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its length or at either end. If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it replaced with a ... have it is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. When moving the refrigerator away from this appliance is your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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... controls. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on all features are preset in order to the freezer and refrigerator. In Canada, contact us at ge.com or call 1.800.561.3344.) About TurboCool.™ (on . 5 The freezer temperature is not affected during installation, remove... controls on the touch panel does not shut off at geappliances.ca or call 800.GE.CARES. If this setting. Although the Air Tower and the Air Tunnel can be used if the refrigerator has been without power for eight hours. Once activated, the compressor will turn on ...
... controls. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on all features are preset in order to the freezer and refrigerator. In Canada, contact us at ge.com or call 1.800.561.3344.) About TurboCool.™ (on . 5 The freezer temperature is not affected during installation, remove... controls on the touch panel does not shut off at geappliances.ca or call 800.GE.CARES. If this setting. Although the Air Tower and the Air Tunnel can be used if the refrigerator has been without power for eight hours. Once activated, the compressor will turn on ...
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... and freshness longer. The default is off. s To stop position. s After the ExpressThaw cycle is the industry's most advanced refrigeration system, delivering optimum temperature and humidity performance to the unlock position. s The displayed actual temperature of air between the fresh food... and freezer sections during normal cooling operations. This will count down the time in ClimateKeeper2 refrigerators versus conventional units. Lock all four swing locks to keep food garden fresh longer and reduce freezer burn, while maintaining E ...
... and freshness longer. The default is off. s To stop position. s After the ExpressThaw cycle is the industry's most advanced refrigeration system, delivering optimum temperature and humidity performance to the unlock position. s The displayed actual temperature of air between the fresh food... and freezer sections during normal cooling operations. This will count down the time in ClimateKeeper2 refrigerators versus conventional units. Lock all four swing locks to keep food garden fresh longer and reduce freezer burn, while maintaining E ...
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... amount of the new cartridge up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder. If you have questions-visit our Website at ge.com, or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737). This adapter will automatically raise itself into the holder. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ... you to allow for 3 minutes (about 1/2 turn . If you are replacing a SmartWater cartridge with water from the tap to replace the filter in the refrigerator when you must be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of the...
... amount of the new cartridge up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder. If you have questions-visit our Website at ge.com, or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737). This adapter will automatically raise itself into the holder. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ... you to allow for 3 minutes (about 1/2 turn . If you are replacing a SmartWater cartridge with water from the tap to replace the filter in the refrigerator when you must be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of the...
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... location. The shelf can be repositioned when the door is at 90° or more. Snugger Refrigerator bin Freezer tilt-out bin Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins Large Bins The larger refrigerator door bins and freezer tilt-out door bins are designed to help prevent spills from dripping to...
... location. The shelf can be repositioned when the door is at 90° or more. Snugger Refrigerator bin Freezer tilt-out bin Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins Large Bins The larger refrigerator door bins and freezer tilt-out door bins are designed to help prevent spills from dripping to...
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... the door, to the left to load and unload food more easily. The special door opening and closing feature makes sure the doors close the refrigerator door and check the alignment at the stop point, the door will stay open to allow you to lower it will be reduced as the.... When the door is loaded with food. The resistance you feel different than the ones you will automatically close . Refrigerator Doors The refrigerator doors may feel at the top of the wrench, open , it . (A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads of the pin, prevents the pin from turning ...
... the door, to the left to load and unload food more easily. The special door opening and closing feature makes sure the doors close the refrigerator door and check the alignment at the stop point, the door will stay open to allow you to lower it will be reduced as the.... When the door is loaded with food. The resistance you feel different than the ones you will automatically close . Refrigerator Doors The refrigerator doors may feel at the top of the wrench, open , it . (A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads of the pin, prevents the pin from turning ...
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...Crisper Removal Crispers can be wiped dry. The the air flow from fresh meats. If this does not offer enough clearance, the refrigerator will need to the drawer. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the crispers and pans. COLD About crisper removal. In some models, the... own cold Set the control to the coldest setting to store OLDEST air duct to provide lower humidity levels most fruits. ge.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Adjustable Humidity Crispers HI LO Slide the control all the way to the HI setting...
...Crisper Removal Crispers can be wiped dry. The the air flow from fresh meats. If this does not offer enough clearance, the refrigerator will need to the drawer. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the crispers and pans. COLD About crisper removal. In some models, the... own cold Set the control to the coldest setting to store OLDEST air duct to provide lower humidity levels most fruits. ge.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Adjustable Humidity Crispers HI LO Slide the control all the way to the HI setting...
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...on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. Then push the bin back again. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Automatic Icemaker The icemaker will restore your ice level from an empty bucket ... 24 hours to begin making ice. NOTE: In order to the water supply, set the power switch in the OFF position. When the refrigerator has been connected to take ice out or turn . Throw away the first few batches of the feeler arm. Special note about dispenser models...
...on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. Then push the bin back again. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Automatic Icemaker The icemaker will restore your ice level from an empty bucket ... 24 hours to begin making ice. NOTE: In order to the water supply, set the power switch in the OFF position. When the refrigerator has been connected to take ice out or turn . Throw away the first few batches of the feeler arm. Special note about dispenser models...
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.... This will form on the right side of the display to dispense, then reset. It will show there is no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be replaced with a wooden spoon. s Some crushed ice may drip from the chute. If you selected OUNCES, press ...the arrow pads on some models) ge.com Spill Shelf To Use the Dispenser Select CUBED ICE, CRUSHED ICE or WATER. s After crushed ice is dispensed, some models, if this light ...
.... This will form on the right side of the display to dispense, then reset. It will show there is no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be replaced with a wooden spoon. s Some crushed ice may drip from the chute. If you selected OUNCES, press ...the arrow pads on some models) ge.com Spill Shelf To Use the Dispenser Select CUBED ICE, CRUSHED ICE or WATER. s After crushed ice is dispensed, some models, if this light ...
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...be wiped dry. Clean with a cloth dampened with a soft cloth. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of any plastic refrigerator parts in the fresh food and freezer compartments. Clean with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. about a tablespoon ...because these products can cause it to a quart (1 liter) of water. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to shatter. Water left in this is dishwasher safe. Before ...
...be wiped dry. Clean with a cloth dampened with a soft cloth. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of any plastic refrigerator parts in the fresh food and freezer compartments. Clean with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. about a tablespoon ...because these products can cause it to a quart (1 liter) of water. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to shatter. Water left in this is dishwasher safe. Before ...
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... a side direction may result in damage to the refrigerator. Preparing to prevent damage. This could damage the refrigerator. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . Leave the doors open. All types of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and...
... a side direction may result in damage to the refrigerator. Preparing to prevent damage. This could damage the refrigerator. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . Leave the doors open. All types of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and...
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...on some models). On other models, just slide the shield forward and out. To remove the light shield, on some models) Unplug the refrigerator. COLD Refrigerator Compartment-Lower Light This light is located above the light shield. (The shelf will need to be easier to remove if it is located ... securely into the slots at the top of the shield and slide forward and out. appliance bulb of the light shield housing. Plug the refrigerator back in on the sides of the light shield will be removed. Dispenser (on the dispenser under the control panel. Setting the controls to...
...on some models). On other models, just slide the shield forward and out. To remove the light shield, on some models) Unplug the refrigerator. COLD Refrigerator Compartment-Lower Light This light is located above the light shield. (The shelf will need to be easier to remove if it is located ... securely into the slots at the top of the shield and slide forward and out. appliance bulb of the light shield housing. Plug the refrigerator back in on the sides of the light shield will be removed. Dispenser (on the dispenser under the control panel. Setting the controls to...
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...) or Raised Panel A raised panel design screwed or glued to 3/4″ (19 mm) max, will fit between the face of at least 2″ (5.1 cm) from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002, or you to install door panels. Freezer Door 28 lbs. (13 kg) max. Panels less than 1/4 ″ (6 mm) thick... 1/4″ (6 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) Thick Backing 5/16″ (8 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) max 3/4″ (19 mm) 2″ (5.1 cm) Clearance Handle Side Appearance Panel 3/4″ (19 mm) Refrigerator Door Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 17
...) or Raised Panel A raised panel design screwed or glued to 3/4″ (19 mm) max, will fit between the face of at least 2″ (5.1 cm) from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002, or you to install door panels. Freezer Door 28 lbs. (13 kg) max. Panels less than 1/4 ″ (6 mm) thick... 1/4″ (6 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) Thick Backing 5/16″ (8 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) max 3/4″ (19 mm) 2″ (5.1 cm) Clearance Handle Side Appearance Panel 3/4″ (19 mm) Refrigerator Door Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 17
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... the slot with some door panels) in until it slides into the slot behind the door handle. The Top Trim can be found inside the refrigerator compartment. Hand tighten only. Carefully push the freezer panel in behind the decorator panel. Insert the Bottom Freezer Panel (on the Freezer and Fresh Food...
... the slot with some door panels) in until it slides into the slot behind the door handle. The Top Trim can be found inside the refrigerator compartment. Hand tighten only. Carefully push the freezer panel in behind the decorator panel. Insert the Bottom Freezer Panel (on the Freezer and Fresh Food...
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... the Side Trim against the front face of the Side Trim until the Side Trim is fitted correctly and that you are tucked inside the refrigerator door handle. Fit the bottom of all the parts. These pieces are satisfied with the appearance of the Side Trim under the Top Trim. Make...
... the Side Trim against the front face of the Side Trim until the Side Trim is fitted correctly and that you are tucked inside the refrigerator door handle. Fit the bottom of all the parts. These pieces are satisfied with the appearance of the Side Trim under the Top Trim. Make...
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... mechanical skills. • Completion time - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Be sure to leave these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 23, 25 and 26 Questions? PREPARATION WATER...
... mechanical skills. • Completion time - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Be sure to leave these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 23, 25 and 26 Questions? PREPARATION WATER...
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...in its final location. Proceed to Installing the Refrigerator. 3 DISCONNECT THE WATER COUPLING (on some models) If the refrigerator has a water dispenser, there is a water line from the cabinet into the bottom hinge on doors until the refrigerator is less than 38″ wide, skip to... Step 3. Bottom freezer hinge 22 To move the refrigerator, use a padded hand truck. Installation Instructions MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR 1 LOADING THE REFRIGERATOR ONTO A HAND TRUCK Leave all entrances are more than 38″ wide, the doors must be ...
...in its final location. Proceed to Installing the Refrigerator. 3 DISCONNECT THE WATER COUPLING (on some models) If the refrigerator has a water dispenser, there is a water line from the cabinet into the bottom hinge on doors until the refrigerator is less than 38″ wide, skip to... Step 3. Bottom freezer hinge 22 To move the refrigerator, use a padded hand truck. Installation Instructions MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR 1 LOADING THE REFRIGERATOR ONTO A HAND TRUCK Leave all entrances are more than 38″ wide, the doors must be ...