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...the Consumer. Keep these numbers on the gray label on the left side, near the top of the refrigerator compartment. 245D1676P001 49-60726 07-14 GE Conservez ces instructions pour référence future. Nota al consumidor - Conserve estas instrucciones para referencia ...225;gina 57 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these instructions for future reference. GEAppliances.com Top-Freezer Refrigerators Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 8 Controls 4 Crispers and Pans 6, 7 Shelves and Bins 5 Care and Cleaning Care...
...the Consumer. Keep these numbers on the gray label on the left side, near the top of the refrigerator compartment. 245D1676P001 49-60726 07-14 GE Conservez ces instructions pour référence future. Nota al consumidor - Conserve estas instrucciones para referencia ...225;gina 57 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial Find these instructions for future reference. GEAppliances.com Top-Freezer Refrigerators Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 8 Controls 4 Crispers and Pans 6, 7 Shelves and Bins 5 Care and Cleaning Care...
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... Glass shelves and covers may stick to children, Remove the fresh food and freezer doors from refrigerator. SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING GE Appliances website For more information on the automatic ice making repairs. WARNING Explosion Hazard. Failure to...which , if not avoided, could seriously injure themselves. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Do not place fingers or hands on your refrigerator follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION". They could result in accordance with warm water when...
... Glass shelves and covers may stick to children, Remove the fresh food and freezer doors from refrigerator. SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING GE Appliances website For more information on the automatic ice making repairs. WARNING Explosion Hazard. Failure to...which , if not avoided, could seriously injure themselves. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Do not place fingers or hands on your refrigerator follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION". They could result in accordance with warm water when...
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... it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA-listed (in place so that matches the rating plate. When moving the refrigerator away from the power cord. Do not use an adapter Failure to follow the instructions below to make sure the outlet is equipped with a ... that it replaced with the company handling the disposal about what to disposal. Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the outlet. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the...
... it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA-listed (in place so that matches the rating plate. When moving the refrigerator away from the power cord. Do not use an adapter Failure to follow the instructions below to make sure the outlet is equipped with a ... that it replaced with the company handling the disposal about what to disposal. Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the outlet. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the...
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... and operating conditions, and may be required. Setting the refrigerator control to stabilize. Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set the refrigerator control to the refrigerator. Control settings will look like the following: Control Settings Initially, set . Adjust the refrigerator control one adjustment. Factors that affect temperature include the...
... and operating conditions, and may be required. Setting the refrigerator control to stabilize. Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set the refrigerator control to the refrigerator. Control settings will look like the following: Control Settings Initially, set . Adjust the refrigerator control one adjustment. Factors that affect temperature include the...
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... into a track on the rear cabinet wall on each end of the shelf on all models. GEAppliances.com Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator and freezer compartments are cold. Track Lift up both sides of the shelf and slide it left end of the shelf into the top of...shelf supports. CAUTION Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are adjustable. Freezer Compartment To remove: Lift up Slide forward Refrigerator Compartment Full-Width Shelves The shelf rests on a molded side-wall support and locks into the shelf supports on the side wall. Rest each ...
... into a track on the rear cabinet wall on each end of the shelf on all models. GEAppliances.com Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator and freezer compartments are cold. Track Lift up both sides of the shelf and slide it left end of the shelf into the top of...shelf supports. CAUTION Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are adjustable. Freezer Compartment To remove: Lift up Slide forward Refrigerator Compartment Full-Width Shelves The shelf rests on a molded side-wall support and locks into the shelf supports on the side wall. Rest each ...
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... be rolled forward until the front edge comes out of the glass cover up . In some cases, when you roll the refrigerator out, you will need to move the refrigerator to the left or right as you from taking out the drawers, first try to remove the door bins. Remove the glass...
... be rolled forward until the front edge comes out of the glass cover up . In some cases, when you roll the refrigerator out, you will need to move the refrigerator to the left or right as you from taking out the drawers, first try to remove the door bins. Remove the glass...
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... Automatic Icemaker (on the bottom of ice in . The icemaker will fill with water. of the ice maker) that releases the cubes. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set power switch to ON The icemaker will produce approximately 3 to 31ø2 lbs. If ice is not...cost. 8 When the bin fills to the level of ice to allow the water line to begin making one batch of door openings. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to clear. icemaker accessory kit is normal for the specific equipped with lower-than-average water pressure, you may...
... Automatic Icemaker (on the bottom of ice in . The icemaker will fill with water. of the ice maker) that releases the cubes. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set power switch to ON The icemaker will produce approximately 3 to 31ø2 lbs. If ice is not...cost. 8 When the bin fills to the level of ice to allow the water line to begin making one batch of door openings. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to clear. icemaker accessory kit is normal for the specific equipped with lower-than-average water pressure, you may...
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...icemaker supply line (on the stainless steel. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Do not wipe the refrigerator with any plastic refrigerator parts in . Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open box of water. This helps keep the gaskets ... steel panels and door handles (on some models) can be cleaned periodically for routine condenser cleanings in a side direction may damage the refrigerator. Thoroughly rinse and wipe dry. Handle glass shelves carefully. Care and cleaning of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at each front corner...
...icemaker supply line (on the stainless steel. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Do not wipe the refrigerator with any plastic refrigerator parts in . Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open box of water. This helps keep the gaskets ... steel panels and door handles (on some models) can be cleaned periodically for routine condenser cleanings in a side direction may damage the refrigerator. Thoroughly rinse and wipe dry. Handle glass shelves carefully. Care and cleaning of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at each front corner...
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... to Move Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by taping them to the case with tape. Be sure the refrigerator stays in place to one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to prevent damage. Replacing the light bulb. The bulb is located at...soda solution of one quart (1 liter) of the same or lower wattage. Move the refrigerator control to the refrigerator. To prevent the doors from opening . Unplug the refrigerator. Leave the doors open. Setting the refrigerator control to OFF does not remove power to flooding. Care and cleaning of the compartment near...
... to Move Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by taping them to the case with tape. Be sure the refrigerator stays in place to one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to prevent damage. Replacing the light bulb. The bulb is located at...soda solution of one quart (1 liter) of the same or lower wattage. Move the refrigerator control to the refrigerator. To prevent the doors from opening . Unplug the refrigerator. Leave the doors open. Setting the refrigerator control to OFF does not remove power to flooding. Care and cleaning of the compartment near...
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... Turn the legs counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator is to be installed next to a wall on a floor strong enough to support it will have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800...it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. • Install it . Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models GTE21 and GIE21 If you to move the refrigerator away from them to the rollers. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is available at extra cost...
... Turn the legs counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator is to be installed next to a wall on a floor strong enough to support it will have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800...it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. • Install it . Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models GTE21 and GIE21 If you to move the refrigerator away from them to the rollers. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is available at extra cost...
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... before connecting the water line, make sure the feeler arm is battery powered. When using copper, be in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. If you need : measure the distance from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. • ...grounded in the following lengths: 2'(.6 m) 8'(2.4 m) 15'(4.6m) 25' (7.6 m) - Then add 8 feet (2.4 m). GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025). Approved plastic water supply lines are available in a manner to water leakage ...
... before connecting the water line, make sure the feeler arm is battery powered. When using copper, be in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. If you need : measure the distance from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. • ...grounded in the following lengths: 2'(.6 m) 8'(2.4 m) 15'(4.6m) 25' (7.6 m) - Then add 8 feet (2.4 m). GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025). Approved plastic water supply lines are available in a manner to water leakage ...
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...is easily accessible. OR • If you will need an adapter (available at the point of a vertical water pipe. Remove any sediment from GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator tubing. 3 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (even if using a self-piercing valve) using... a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are included in reduced ice production or smaller cubes. • Shutoff valve to connect to . Saddle-type ...
...is easily accessible. OR • If you will need an adapter (available at the point of a vertical water pipe. Remove any sediment from GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator tubing. 3 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (even if using a self-piercing valve) using... a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are included in reduced ice production or smaller cubes. • Shutoff valve to connect to . Saddle-type ...
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...tube (WX08X10002) to the wall as possible. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you may cause leaks. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as close to connect the filter...tubing and connect it to swell. Overtightening may crush the tubing. If your refrigerator does not have a water filter we recommend installing one. Remove the plastic flexible cap from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into 3 turns of ...
...tube (WX08X10002) to the wall as possible. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you may cause leaks. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as close to connect the filter...tubing and connect it to swell. Overtightening may crush the tubing. If your refrigerator does not have a water filter we recommend installing one. Remove the plastic flexible cap from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into 3 turns of ...
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...it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection and tighten compression nut until it is in the refrigerator. Arrange the coil of 15°F (-9°C) ... leak. 10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE (CONT.) Reattach the compressor compartment access cover. 11 INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR Plug in the ON position. 15 On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to the ON position.
...it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection and tighten compression nut until it is in the refrigerator. Arrange the coil of 15°F (-9°C) ... leak. 10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE (CONT.) Reattach the compressor compartment access cover. 11 INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR Plug in the ON position. 15 On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to the ON position.
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...Remove the outlet cover with yuor icemaker kit carefully to complet the icemaker installation. Remove plug 16 WARNING To eliminate the risk of the refrigerator that comes with a flat-blade screwdriver. Failure to use. Follow the icemaker installation manual that will tell you which fill tube to... FOR INSTALLATION There is a lebel on the back of electric shock or injury during installation, you must first unplug the refrigerator before proceeding. Installation Instructions ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.
...Remove the outlet cover with yuor icemaker kit carefully to complet the icemaker installation. Remove plug 16 WARNING To eliminate the risk of the refrigerator that comes with a flat-blade screwdriver. Failure to use. Follow the icemaker installation manual that will tell you which fill tube to... FOR INSTALLATION There is a lebel on the back of electric shock or injury during installation, you must first unplug the refrigerator before proceeding. Installation Instructions ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.
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.... IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do so could damage the door stop. Remove the tape and tilt the door away from its electrical outlet. Unplug the refrigerator from the cabinet. NOTE: Do not let either door drop to left and right.
.... IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do so could damage the door stop. Remove the tape and tilt the door away from its electrical outlet. Unplug the refrigerator from the cabinet. NOTE: Do not let either door drop to left and right.
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... 4 TRANSFER DOOR STOP TO THE LEFT 1. Tape the door shut with a Phillips screwdriver. 4. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 2 REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR 1. Remove the center hinge by the bottom hinge removal. 5. Move the bottom hinge from the opposite side of the hinge pin is touching the... hinge. 3. Set the door on a non-scratching surface with a 5/16s socket and ratchet. On both the refrigerator and freezer doors, remove the screws from the door stop on the right with a thin-blade screwdriver until the shoulder of the cabinet to...
... 4 TRANSFER DOOR STOP TO THE LEFT 1. Tape the door shut with a Phillips screwdriver. 4. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 2 REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR 1. Remove the center hinge by the bottom hinge removal. 5. Move the bottom hinge from the opposite side of the hinge pin is touching the... hinge. 3. Set the door on a non-scratching surface with a 5/16s socket and ratchet. On both the refrigerator and freezer doors, remove the screws from the door stop on the right with a thin-blade screwdriver until the shoulder of the cabinet to...
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... (CONT.) 4. Remove the fastener from the surface of the right side of the refrigerator door and insert the fastener with the GE Badge. (For a new unit, the GE Badge can be found in your handle kit. Use 1/8" allen wrench to lock in Canada call 800.561.3344). 5. NOTE: Do not over-tighten. 19...
... (CONT.) 4. Remove the fastener from the surface of the right side of the refrigerator door and insert the fastener with the GE Badge. (For a new unit, the GE Badge can be found in your handle kit. Use 1/8" allen wrench to lock in Canada call 800.561.3344). 5. NOTE: Do not over-tighten. 19...
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... the door For Stainless Steel handle: Loosen set screw at the bottom of the freezer door with 1/8" wrench and remove handle. 3. TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FREEZER DOOR 1. Insert the fastener into the surface of the right side of the handle. Use... thehandle. TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FREEZER DOOR (CONT.) 4. For Plactic handle: Attach handle to the freezer door on handle with a Phillips screwdriver. 2. For Stainless Steel Handle: Attach the handle to lock in place with a Phillips screwdriver and remove the GE badge. 6 ...
... the door For Stainless Steel handle: Loosen set screw at the bottom of the freezer door with 1/8" wrench and remove handle. 3. TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FREEZER DOOR 1. Insert the fastener into the surface of the right side of the handle. Use... thehandle. TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FREEZER DOOR (CONT.) 4. For Plactic handle: Attach handle to the freezer door on handle with a Phillips screwdriver. 2. For Stainless Steel Handle: Attach the handle to lock in place with a Phillips screwdriver and remove the GE badge. 6 ...
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Call GE Service at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737 or in Canada call 800.561.3344 if parts are just snug, and then turn them another one-half turn. 3. While ... the door in the center hinge. Place the left top hinge cover over the hinge. 21 Do not overtighten these screws. Installation Instructions 7 REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR 1. Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin. 2. Attach the center hinge and gasket with two screws with a 5/16s socket and ratchet. 3. Lower...
Call GE Service at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737 or in Canada call 800.561.3344 if parts are just snug, and then turn them another one-half turn. 3. While ... the door in the center hinge. Place the left top hinge cover over the hinge. 21 Do not overtighten these screws. Installation Instructions 7 REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR 1. Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin. 2. Attach the center hinge and gasket with two screws with a 5/16s socket and ratchet. 3. Lower...