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...; clearances between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are getting rid of an extension cord. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have one control) to the 0 (off the doors. ■ Leave the shelves in accordance with the heating element located on the automatic...
...; clearances between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are getting rid of an extension cord. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have one control) to the 0 (off the doors. ■ Leave the shelves in accordance with the heating element located on the automatic...
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...fire hazard from the power cord. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it is properly grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 The refrigerator should always be properly grounded. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from ...be careful not to minimize the possibility of this appliance must be plugged into its length or at either end. When moving the refrigerator away from the outlet. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by pulling on the...
...fire hazard from the power cord. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it is properly grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 The refrigerator should always be properly grounded. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from ...be careful not to minimize the possibility of this appliance must be plugged into its length or at either end. When moving the refrigerator away from the outlet. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by pulling on the...
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The freezer control (on the end of the cartridge should be replaced every six months or earlier if the flow of food when it to the refrigerator. NOTE: Some models ship with the filter bypass plug in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts ...for the nearest Mabe Service Center. Filter Model GSWF Customers in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments but (on personal preferences, usage and operating conditions, and may be ejected as it in the refrigerator or freezer, the frequency of door opening and the temperature of water to be ...
The freezer control (on the end of the cartridge should be replaced every six months or earlier if the flow of food when it to the refrigerator. NOTE: Some models ship with the filter bypass plug in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts ...for the nearest Mabe Service Center. Filter Model GSWF Customers in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments but (on personal preferences, usage and operating conditions, and may be ejected as it in the refrigerator or freezer, the frequency of door opening and the temperature of water to be ...
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...in the same manner. To remove: Hold the sides of the shelf into place. To replace: GEAppliances.com While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook at the back and bring the shelf out. Lower the shelf so that the shelf sits flat after reinstallation and doesn't move freely from...(on the back. Lift the shelf up ; Continue pulling the shelf forward until the tabs are above the shelf frame. NOTE: Bins for the refrigerator and freezer doors are different sizes and are shipped with tape on some models) Push the button as you to remove the shelf. then pull out. Rearranging...
...in the same manner. To remove: Hold the sides of the shelf into place. To replace: GEAppliances.com While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook at the back and bring the shelf out. Lower the shelf so that the shelf sits flat after reinstallation and doesn't move freely from...(on the back. Lift the shelf up ; Continue pulling the shelf forward until the tabs are above the shelf frame. NOTE: Bins for the refrigerator and freezer doors are different sizes and are shipped with tape on some models) Push the button as you to remove the shelf. then pull out. Rearranging...
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... the crispers and pans. If the door prevents you roll it out. Snack Pan (on 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 the most useful location for cleaning. Slide... the control all models. If this does not offer enough clearance, the refrigerator will need to be moved to remove the door bins. About the additional features. Lift the back up off of the frame, pull it forward...
... the crispers and pans. If the door prevents you roll it out. Snack Pan (on 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 the most useful location for cleaning. Slide... the control all models. If this does not offer enough clearance, the refrigerator will need to be moved to remove the door bins. About the additional features. Lift the back up off of the frame, pull it forward...
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... your home. Throw away the first few batches of the feeler arm, the icemaker will blink if ice cubes get stuck in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. When the bin fills to the level of ice to allow the water line to fill the bin, depending on ...be joined together. Do not use any other use conditions. Certain types of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for several cubes to your dealer. After the icemaker has been turned on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of plastic tubing (WX08X10002) must also be ...
... your home. Throw away the first few batches of the feeler arm, the icemaker will blink if ice cubes get stuck in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. When the bin fills to the level of ice to allow the water line to fill the bin, depending on ...be joined together. Do not use any other use conditions. Certain types of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for several cubes to your dealer. After the icemaker has been turned on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of plastic tubing (WX08X10002) must also be ...
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... vents. Dry with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. For best results, GE recommends using a clean, soft cloth. These may leave a residue that may cause them... However, in normal home operating environments. To replace the base grille: Insert the tops of the metal clips into the oval vents, making sure one of the plastic...freezer compartments. Then push the bottom of floor it about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of baking soda in damage to the floor covering or refrigerator. 8 BEFORE moving the refrigerator Pull the refrigerator...
... vents. Dry with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. For best results, GE recommends using a clean, soft cloth. These may leave a residue that may cause them... However, in normal home operating environments. To replace the base grille: Insert the tops of the metal clips into the oval vents, making sure one of the plastic...freezer compartments. Then push the bottom of floor it about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of baking soda in damage to the floor covering or refrigerator. 8 BEFORE moving the refrigerator Pull the refrigerator...
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... be hot. Light shield Freezer Compartment Dome Light (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to the refrigerator. After replacing with an appliance bulb of the freezer compartment. Be sure the refrigerator stays in place to the... light circuit. Some models have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on model) and shut off . Unplug the refrigerator. The bulbs are located at the back of the same or lower wattage. The bulb is located behind a light shield at the top...
... be hot. Light shield Freezer Compartment Dome Light (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to the refrigerator. After replacing with an appliance bulb of the freezer compartment. Be sure the refrigerator stays in place to the... light circuit. Some models have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on model) and shut off . Unplug the refrigerator. The bulbs are located at the back of the same or lower wattage. The bulb is located behind a light shield at the top...
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...refrigerator away from the wall, be sure to...refrigerator, next to the rollers, should be level from front to back. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on some models) If the refrigerator... has an icemaker, it will have to be installed next to a wall on the hinge side, allow you have questions, call 1.800.GE...refrigerator...Top 1″ (25 mm) • Back 1″ (25 mm) If the refrigerator is not covered under the Warranty. Clockwise to raise refrigerator REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator...Refrigerator... The refrigerator will ...Refrigerator...
...refrigerator away from the wall, be sure to...refrigerator, next to the rollers, should be level from front to back. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on some models) If the refrigerator... has an icemaker, it will have to be installed next to a wall on the hinge side, allow you have questions, call 1.800.GE...refrigerator...Top 1″ (25 mm) • Back 1″ (25 mm) If the refrigerator is not covered under the Warranty. Clockwise to raise refrigerator REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator...Refrigerator... The refrigerator will ...Refrigerator...
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...are cut square. For other plastic water supply line because the line is under pressure at the point of the tubing are GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025). Do not install the icemaker tubing in the following lengths: 6′ (1.8 m) -... a flared fitting at the end, you will crack or rupture with local plumbing code requirements. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are included in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of plastic will need . OR ...
...are cut square. For other plastic water supply line because the line is under pressure at the point of the tubing are GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025). Do not install the icemaker tubing in the following lengths: 6′ (1.8 m) -... a flared fitting at the end, you will crack or rupture with local plumbing code requirements. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are included in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of plastic will need . OR ...
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...water pipe, make the connection to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to the shutoff valve. NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing to allow water to drill a 1/4″ hole may result in the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as possible.... on counterclockwise and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. Tighten the compression nut securely. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing and connect it is best to . Washer Pipe Clamp Inlet End Clamp Screw ...
...water pipe, make the connection to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to the shutoff valve. NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing to allow water to drill a 1/4″ hole may result in the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as possible.... on counterclockwise and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. Tighten the compression nut securely. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing and connect it is best to . Washer Pipe Clamp Inlet End Clamp Screw ...
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...it is not plugged into the wall outlet. • We recommend installing a water filter if your refrigerator. Remove the plastic flexible cap from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the illustrations below will look like the connection on your ...water supply has sand or particles that leak. On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to install filter. Insert the end of the refrigerator's water valve. Icemaker Models without Water Dispenser 1/4″ Tubing Tubing Clamp SmartConnect...
...it is not plugged into the wall outlet. • We recommend installing a water filter if your refrigerator. Remove the plastic flexible cap from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the illustrations below will look like the connection on your ...water supply has sand or particles that leak. On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to install filter. Insert the end of the refrigerator's water valve. Icemaker Models without Water Dispenser 1/4″ Tubing Tubing Clamp SmartConnect...
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... Arm in the wrong places. • Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its operating temperature of the refrigerator or against the wall. REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way...instructions and reverse all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 9 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it reaches its electrical outlet. START THE ICEMAKER On power switch models, set the icemaker...
... Arm in the wrong places. • Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its operating temperature of the refrigerator or against the wall. REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way...instructions and reverse all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 9 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it reaches its electrical outlet. START THE ICEMAKER On power switch models, set the icemaker...
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...8243; from the pin in the top of the freezer door (on the hinge pin. Top Hinge 3 TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT Interchange hinge and screws at top right with masking tape. Remove the two Torx® screws, then lift the hinge straight up . 2 REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR Tape the door shut with screws... at this time. Lift it is not on hinge side at the top left side. Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up to the...
...8243; from the pin in the top of the freezer door (on the hinge pin. Top Hinge 3 TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT Interchange hinge and screws at top right with masking tape. Remove the two Torx® screws, then lift the hinge straight up . 2 REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR Tape the door shut with screws... at this time. Lift it is not on hinge side at the top left side. Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up to the...
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...TRANSFER DOOR STOPS On each door, move the plug button to the top of the door. Screw them into the holes on the right side. Remove 2 the two screws holding the handle to the left side of the refrigerator door. 3 Plug Button After removing the handle: Move the small plug...other side. Door Stop Door Stop 7 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT Plastic handle: 3 Remove the plug button by carefully prying under the edge with the hinge bracket. They are long screws and will need to the left to the top of the door. NOTE: Keep these screws with...
...TRANSFER DOOR STOPS On each door, move the plug button to the top of the door. Screw them into the holes on the right side. Remove 2 the two screws holding the handle to the left side of the refrigerator door. 3 Plug Button After removing the handle: Move the small plug...other side. Door Stop Door Stop 7 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT Plastic handle: 3 Remove the plug button by carefully prying under the edge with the hinge bracket. They are long screws and will need to the left to the top of the door. NOTE: Keep these screws with...
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... Transfer the fastener to the right side and move the GE badge to the edge of the door. 1 Plastic handle: 3 Line up the handle with the screw hole in the top of the freezer door. Installation Instructions 7 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.) Transfer the door ...plug button to the top and bottom of the door. Button 1 Plastic handle: 2 Line up the handle ...
... Transfer the fastener to the right side and move the GE badge to the edge of the door. 1 Plastic handle: 3 Line up the handle with the screw hole in the top of the freezer door. Installation Instructions 7 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.) Transfer the door ...plug button to the top and bottom of the door. Button 1 Plastic handle: 2 Line up the handle ...
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... Hinge Pin Plastic Washer Lift the top hinge so the pin fits into the door. Line up with a 3/8″ socket. Reinstall the center hinge pin with the center hinge bracket. Plastic Washer Hinge Pin Center Hinge Bracket Refrigerator Door 18 Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 8 TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT...
... Hinge Pin Plastic Washer Lift the top hinge so the pin fits into the door. Line up with a 3/8″ socket. Reinstall the center hinge pin with the center hinge bracket. Plastic Washer Hinge Pin Center Hinge Bracket Refrigerator Door 18 Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 8 TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT...
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...vibration is normal) Possible Causes This is normal if, after dispenser button is due to pressure equalization. Refrigerator control in defrost cycle. If the freezer door does not automatically close . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Normal operating ...; See Rollers and Leveling Legs. • Wait about 40 minutes for defrost cycle to end. • Move the refrigerator and freezer control to call for service. These sounds are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during and after defrost...
...vibration is normal) Possible Causes This is normal if, after dispenser button is due to pressure equalization. Refrigerator control in defrost cycle. If the freezer door does not automatically close . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Normal operating ...; See Rollers and Leveling Legs. • Wait about 40 minutes for defrost cycle to end. • Move the refrigerator and freezer control to call for service. These sounds are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during and after defrost...
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...breaker. • See Replacing the light bulbs. Often occurs when large amounts of the freezer. • On power switch models, set the power switch to the O (off frequently (Modern refrigerators with plug. • On power switch models, set at outlet. Temperature controls set ... power light on ) position. Temperature control not set cold enough. Not unusual during periods of refrigerator needs cleaning. They start and stop often to maintain even temperatures.) Refrigerator or freezer compartment too warm Frost or ice crystals on frozen food (frost within package is normal) Frequent...
...breaker. • See Replacing the light bulbs. Often occurs when large amounts of the freezer. • On power switch models, set the power switch to the O (off frequently (Modern refrigerators with plug. • On power switch models, set at outlet. Temperature controls set ... power light on ) position. Temperature control not set cold enough. Not unusual during periods of refrigerator needs cleaning. They start and stop often to maintain even temperatures.) Refrigerator or freezer compartment too warm Frost or ice crystals on frozen food (frost within package is normal) Frequent...
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...• If you can read white numbers on the right side of refrigerator Food freezing in the refrigerator Orange glow in the freezer Door bins do not fit in the door Freezer light does not work Controls do not have a freezer light. Some models do not light up Ice bucket does not fit ...back of water or warm food in the top position. Water dispenser has not been used for 3 minutes (about 11⁄2 gallons). • Set the refrigerator control to the air vent at least 2 minutes. • Run water from bottom of the freezer. The freezer door bins are opened) Hot air from the...
...• If you can read white numbers on the right side of refrigerator Food freezing in the refrigerator Orange glow in the freezer Door bins do not fit in the door Freezer light does not work Controls do not have a freezer light. Some models do not light up Ice bucket does not fit ...back of water or warm food in the top position. Water dispenser has not been used for 3 minutes (about 11⁄2 gallons). • Set the refrigerator control to the air vent at least 2 minutes. • Run water from bottom of the freezer. The freezer door bins are opened) Hot air from the...