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...". Clearance required to remove bin. C D H G E F Top View Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Specification Revised 8/10 310281 Ft. If installed against a wall, allow clearance of 14-3/16" on freezer side to remove fresh food full-size pan without door (in.) C† Case depth less door handle (in.) D† Case depth with door handle (in.) E† Depth with fresh food door open 90° inc. "94 SxS Refer GSS20GEW GE® 19.9 Cu.
...". Clearance required to remove bin. C D H G E F Top View Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Specification Revised 8/10 310281 Ft. If installed against a wall, allow clearance of 14-3/16" on freezer side to remove fresh food full-size pan without door (in.) C† Case depth less door handle (in.) D† Case depth with door handle (in.) E† Depth with fresh food door open 90° inc. "94 SxS Refer GSS20GEW GE® 19.9 Cu.
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... the kitchen • Model GSS20GEWWW - Senses door openings and adjusts refrigeration operation cycles accordingly • NeverClean™ condenser - Black on black GSS23/25WGT * GSS23/25QGT Specification Revised 8/10 310281 Controlled defrosting keeps frozen foods from feeling the burn • AutoEnergy saver - Side-By-Side Refrigerator with child lock - Sealed compartment keeps coils clean and simplifies maintenance • Deluxe quiet design - GSS20GEW GE® 19.9 Cu. Ft.
... the kitchen • Model GSS20GEWWW - Senses door openings and adjusts refrigeration operation cycles accordingly • NeverClean™ condenser - Black on black GSS23/25WGT * GSS23/25QGT Specification Revised 8/10 310281 Controlled defrosting keeps frozen foods from feeling the burn • AutoEnergy saver - Side-By-Side Refrigerator with child lock - Sealed compartment keeps coils clean and simplifies maintenance • Deluxe quiet design - GSS20GEW GE® 19.9 Cu. Ft.
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... or wet. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Use this appliance only for "just a few days." SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: ■ This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with...
... or wet. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Use this appliance only for "just a few days." SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: ■ This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with...
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... otherwise damaged. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com WARNING! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which could cause a fire hazard from the outlet. ■ Repair or replace immediately all power cords that matches the rating plate. ■ This...
... otherwise damaged. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com WARNING! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which could cause a fire hazard from the outlet. ■ Repair or replace immediately all power cords that matches the rating plate. ■ This...
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... Door Shelf ≈ LOWER FIXED DOOR BINS Make sure the bin fronts lock into position. It will lock in . Rearranging the Shelves Refrigerator Shelves: To Remove To Replace Freezer Pan: To Remove Freezer Shelves: To Remove Lift up and out Tilt up the front and sliding it past the stop 4 location. Lower Door Bin About the shelves and bins. (Not all features are on all models.) ¿ TOP FREEZER SHELF Make sure the shelf front locks into position. ¡ FILTER CARTRIDGE Remove Bypass Plug Install Filter Cartridge...
... Door Shelf ≈ LOWER FIXED DOOR BINS Make sure the bin fronts lock into position. It will lock in . Rearranging the Shelves Refrigerator Shelves: To Remove To Replace Freezer Pan: To Remove Freezer Shelves: To Remove Lift up and out Tilt up the front and sliding it past the stop 4 location. Lower Door Bin About the shelves and bins. (Not all features are on all models.) ¿ TOP FREEZER SHELF Make sure the shelf front locks into position. ¡ FILTER CARTRIDGE Remove Bypass Plug Install Filter Cartridge...
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... refrigerator will need to be rolled forward until the door opens enough to slide the crispers out. NOTE: Make sure you push the shelves all the way to the Low High setting to provide high humidity setting to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf (on some models) HIGH LOW Slide the control...
... refrigerator will need to be rolled forward until the door opens enough to slide the crispers out. NOTE: Make sure you push the shelves all the way to the Low High setting to provide high humidity setting to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf (on some models) HIGH LOW Slide the control...
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... not shut off cooling in the refrigerator and freezer compartments, first repeatedly press the Warmer pad for compartment and direction desired. - Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 012 12 012 12 89 89 89 89 About the controls on the right side of the display. - Your controls will illuminate. - Control settings will vary based on "5." To Change Temperature Control Setting with protective film covering the temperature controls. Present control setting number will...
... not shut off cooling in the refrigerator and freezer compartments, first repeatedly press the Warmer pad for compartment and direction desired. - Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 012 12 012 12 89 89 89 89 About the controls on the right side of the display. - Your controls will illuminate. - Control settings will vary based on "5." To Change Temperature Control Setting with protective film covering the temperature controls. Present control setting number will...
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... GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the water filter cartridge. (On some models) When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, slide the power switch to the ON position. Removing the Filter Cartridge If you to tell you that you must first remove the filter adapter from the dispenser immediately after installation. This light will turn the cartridge, it to replace the filter soon. A small amount of water...
... GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the water filter cartridge. (On some models) When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, slide the power switch to the ON position. Removing the Filter Cartridge If you to tell you that you must first remove the filter adapter from the dispenser immediately after installation. This light will turn the cartridge, it to replace the filter soon. A small amount of water...
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...; Sometimes a small mound of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for several cubes to the storage bin. The light also comes on Dispenser Models To remove: Slide the icemaker power switch to lock the dispenser and control panel. Ice Storage Drawer on when the dispenser cradle is not used frequently, old ice cubes will eventually evaporate. ■ The first glass of the dispenser cradle. Then push the drawer back again. Cans, bottles or...
...; Sometimes a small mound of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for several cubes to the storage bin. The light also comes on Dispenser Models To remove: Slide the icemaker power switch to lock the dispenser and control panel. Ice Storage Drawer on when the dispenser cradle is not used frequently, old ice cubes will eventually evaporate. ■ The first glass of the dispenser cradle. Then push the drawer back again. Cans, bottles or...
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... 3 seconds. After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of the refrigerator. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The dispenser drip area, (on some models) beneath the grille, should be wiped dry. Replacing the Light Bulbs NOTE: Turning the refrigerator to the 0 (off) setting via the controls does not shut off the water supply to rinse away.
... 3 seconds. After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of the refrigerator. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The dispenser drip area, (on some models) beneath the grille, should be wiped dry. Replacing the Light Bulbs NOTE: Turning the refrigerator to the 0 (off) setting via the controls does not shut off the water supply to rinse away.
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...; Socket Wrench Raise Refrigerator Installation 15 minutes • Proper installation is not covered under the Warranty. A GE water supply kit is available at extra cost from turning unless a wrench is needed for a 90º door opening which provides better access to a cold water line. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for future reference. • Skill level - Use an adjustable wrench (3/8″ hex head bolt) or pliers. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432...
...; Socket Wrench Raise Refrigerator Installation 15 minutes • Proper installation is not covered under the Warranty. A GE water supply kit is available at extra cost from turning unless a wrench is needed for a 90º door opening which provides better access to a cold water line. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for future reference. • Skill level - Use an adjustable wrench (3/8″ hex head bolt) or pliers. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432...
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... icemaker manufacturer. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with a GE RVKit. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. WX08X10025 WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is under pressure at all times. Before purchasing, make sure the icemaker power switch is from GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator tubing. • Shutoff valve to connect to the water supply. To determine how much tubing you use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug...
... icemaker manufacturer. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with a GE RVKit. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. WX08X10025 WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is under pressure at all times. Before purchasing, make sure the icemaker power switch is from GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator tubing. • Shutoff valve to connect to the water supply. To determine how much tubing you use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug...
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... there is clear. Installation Instructions 1 SHUT OFF MAIN WATER SUPPLY 2 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Choose a location for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to swell. Drill a 1/4″ hole in the water line near the refrigerator. Make sure the tubing is easily accessible. Compression Nut Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve SmartConnect™ Tubing 3 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to drain into the shutoff...
... there is clear. Installation Instructions 1 SHUT OFF MAIN WATER SUPPLY 2 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Choose a location for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to swell. Drill a 1/4″ hole in the water line near the refrigerator. Make sure the tubing is easily accessible. Compression Nut Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve SmartConnect™ Tubing 3 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to drain into the shutoff...
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... ICEMAKER Slide the icemaker power switch to the tubing. Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Compression Nut 1/4″ Tubing Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Reattach the access cover. 9 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that leak. On other models, the compressor compartment access cover must be removed in the ON position. . 13 Installation Instructions 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) Some models have the refrigerator connection at the water valve, remove the plastic flexible cap. 8 TURN THE WATER...
... ICEMAKER Slide the icemaker power switch to the tubing. Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Compression Nut 1/4″ Tubing Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Reattach the access cover. 9 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that leak. On other models, the compressor compartment access cover must be removed in the ON position. . 13 Installation Instructions 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) Some models have the refrigerator connection at the water valve, remove the plastic flexible cap. 8 TURN THE WATER...
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... a lower temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the drain pan. ■ Closing the door may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. The fans are opened frequently. Review the charts on in order to cool the light bulbs. ■ The fans change speeds in . Door left open . Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Normal operating sounds. This happens as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature. ■ Electronic dampers click open for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save...
... a lower temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the drain pan. ■ Closing the door may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. The fans are opened frequently. Review the charts on in order to cool the light bulbs. ■ The fans change speeds in . Door left open . Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Normal operating sounds. This happens as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature. ■ Electronic dampers click open for service... Troubleshooting Tips Save...
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...8226;Freezer may be too warm. Temperature controls set cold enough. Defrost heater is LOCKED. Hot weather or frequent door openings. Freezer compartment too warm. Door gasket on hinge side sticking or folding over. Water supply turned off . Water filter clogged. Dispenser is on. Interior of gasket. • This is normal. • Turn on icemaker or water supply. • Remove cubes. • Break up cubes in freezer Cube dispenser does not work (on some models) Possible Causes Front rollers need adjusting. Door left open . Icemaker power switch is...
...8226;Freezer may be too warm. Temperature controls set cold enough. Defrost heater is LOCKED. Hot weather or frequent door openings. Freezer compartment too warm. Door gasket on hinge side sticking or folding over. Water supply turned off . Water filter clogged. Dispenser is on. Interior of gasket. • This is normal. • Turn on icemaker or water supply. • Remove cubes. • Break up cubes in freezer Cube dispenser does not work (on some models) Possible Causes Front rollers need adjusting. Door left open . Icemaker power switch is...
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.... Light bulb burned out. Water system has been drained. •Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to refrigerator. Supply line or shutoff valve is normal. Too frequent or too long door openings. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Problem Water has poor taste/odor (on bottom of refrigerator Normal air flow cooling motor. Hot air from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about 11⁄2 gallons). • Call for service. • Call a plumber. •Replace filter cartridge or remove filter...
.... Light bulb burned out. Water system has been drained. •Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to refrigerator. Supply line or shutoff valve is normal. Too frequent or too long door openings. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Problem Water has poor taste/odor (on bottom of refrigerator Normal air flow cooling motor. Hot air from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about 11⁄2 gallons). • Call for service. • Call a plumber. •Replace filter cartridge or remove filter...
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... installation-proper installation includes adequate air circulation to the refrigeration system, adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of light bulbs. • Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. • Loss of original purchase and purchase date. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: • Owner is needed concerning this warranty...
... installation-proper installation includes adequate air circulation to the refrigeration system, adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of light bulbs. • Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. • Loss of original purchase and purchase date. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: • Owner is needed concerning this warranty...
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... The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the water filter cartridge, if included, due to water pressure that is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in materials or workmanship. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available...
... The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the water filter cartridge, if included, due to water pressure that is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in materials or workmanship. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available...
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... out Manufacturer: General Electric Company trapped air. ■ Replace cartridge when the indicator light flashes or water The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants: flow rate is reduced on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts. ■ The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced...
... out Manufacturer: General Electric Company trapped air. ■ Replace cartridge when the indicator light flashes or water The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants: flow rate is reduced on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts. ■ The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced...
