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... Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12-13 Controls 4-5 Crispers and Pans 9 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Shelves and Bins 7, 8 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-20 Installing the Water Line 29-31 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 26-28 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 21, 22 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 23-25 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .32-36 Normal Operating Sounds 32 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover...
... Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12-13 Controls 4-5 Crispers and Pans 9 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Shelves and Bins 7, 8 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-20 Installing the Water Line 29-31 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 26-28 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 21, 22 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 23-25 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .32-36 Normal Operating Sounds 32 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover...
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... is used. WARNING! Be careful closing doors when children are not problems of this Owner's Manual. s Do not refreeze frozen foods which under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in accordance with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are getting rid of...
... is used. WARNING! Be careful closing doors when children are not problems of this Owner's Manual. s Do not refreeze frozen foods which under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in accordance with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are getting rid of...
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... Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. To turn the unit back on, press the COLDER pad for the refrigerator. Changing the Temperature For Controls-on usage and operating environment. To change the temperature, press either the refrigerator or freezer. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls with protective film covering the temperature controls. Setting either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer...
... Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. To turn the unit back on, press the COLDER pad for the refrigerator. Changing the Temperature For Controls-on usage and operating environment. To change the temperature, press either the refrigerator or freezer. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls with protective film covering the temperature controls. Setting either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer...
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... filter or filter bypass plug. Run water from the end of water to Replace the Filter There is removed. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in on the tab at the front and pulling down . When to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. The filter cartridge should be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of the cartridge. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you need...
... filter or filter bypass plug. Run water from the end of water to Replace the Filter There is removed. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in on the tab at the front and pulling down . When to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. The filter cartridge should be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of the cartridge. Installing the Filter Cartridge If you need...
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... cools to the l (on some models) The water dispenser is purged from the water line system. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Shelf Ice Bin To reach the power switch. To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first 6 glassfuls of ice to allow the water line to the O (off . When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch in or when the freezer door is made to access ice and reach the power switch...
... cools to the l (on some models) The water dispenser is purged from the water line system. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Shelf Ice Bin To reach the power switch. To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first 6 glassfuls of ice to allow the water line to the O (off . When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch in or when the freezer door is made to access ice and reach the power switch...
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... may result in . Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. When using a hand truck to flooding. Be sure the refrigerator stays in place to one tablespoon (15 ml) of water. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Lower the leveling legs until they touch the floor. Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to the floor covering or refrigerator. Preparing to Move...
... may result in . Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. When using a hand truck to flooding. Be sure the refrigerator stays in place to one tablespoon (15 ml) of water. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 Lower the leveling legs until they touch the floor. Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to the floor covering or refrigerator. Preparing to Move...
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... Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada 1.888.261.3055). 15 Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4″ Nut Driver Level WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to Consumer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20 and 22 Questions? Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions...
... Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada 1.888.261.3055). 15 Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4″ Nut Driver Level WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to Consumer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20 and 22 Questions? Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions...
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... a water filter, we recommend installing one . Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is properly aligned to the case top to install filter. 16 Install it fully loaded. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. B Remove the fresh-food door. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer. If there is not necessary to remove doors, skip Step A. Do not cut plastic tube to avoid readjustment of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections...
... a water filter, we recommend installing one . Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is properly aligned to the case top to install filter. 16 Install it fully loaded. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. B Remove the fresh-food door. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer. If there is not necessary to remove doors, skip Step A. Do not cut plastic tube to avoid readjustment of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections...
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... refrigerator, make sure the icemaker power switch is raised just enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway. If you are using copper tubing, place a compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. C Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to pry open the clamp. Installation Instructions 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you are using GE...
... refrigerator, make sure the icemaker power switch is raised just enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway. If you are using copper tubing, place a compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. C Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to pry open the clamp. Installation Instructions 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you are using GE...
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.... C Replace the base grille by removing the two Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to operate until it . 12 REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers. See About the freezer section for instructions. Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure...
.... C Replace the base grille by removing the two Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to operate until it . 12 REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers. See About the freezer section for instructions. Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure...
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... the water line to minimize the risk of electric shock, or is double insulated or grounded in hollow ice cubes. Follow these instructions carefully to the hot water line. To determine how much tubing you use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is from the wall after installation. WX08X10025 29 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits...
... the water line to minimize the risk of electric shock, or is double insulated or grounded in hollow ice cubes. Follow these instructions carefully to the hot water line. To determine how much tubing you use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is from the wall after installation. WX08X10025 29 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits...
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... to the shutoff valve. Route the tubing through the tubing. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Make sure the tubing is clear. Installation Instructions 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to Step 1 in Installing the Refrigerator. 31 NOTE: Do...
... to the shutoff valve. Route the tubing through the tubing. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Make sure the tubing is clear. Installation Instructions 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to Step 1 in Installing the Refrigerator. 31 NOTE: Do...
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... flows into the ice bucket . s The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. s On models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to a temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • See Level the Refrigerator. 32 WATER SOUNDS s The flow of the defrost cycle. s Closing the door may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Before you may...
... flows into the ice bucket . s The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. s On models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to a temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • See Level the Refrigerator. 32 WATER SOUNDS s The flow of the defrost cycle. s Closing the door may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Before you may...
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... icemaker (on some models) does not work Possible Causes Normal when refrigerator is normal. Door left open . • This is first plugged in the I (on . Door openings too frequent or too long. Freezer compartment too warm. Door left open . • This is normal. • See About the controls. • This is normal when the TurboCool function is pressed in refrigerator. Temperature control set cold enough. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 33 Water filter clogged. The icemaker power light will turn...
... icemaker (on some models) does not work Possible Causes Normal when refrigerator is normal. Door left open . • This is first plugged in the I (on . Door openings too frequent or too long. Freezer compartment too warm. Door left open . • This is normal. • See About the controls. • This is normal when the TurboCool function is pressed in refrigerator. Temperature control set cold enough. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 33 Water filter clogged. The icemaker power light will turn...
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... popping open . Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at these normal and safe temperatures. close by itself , above. Some floor coverings will discolor at outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. Freezer control not set too cold. • Move the food away from bottom of refrigerator needs cleaning. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. Orange glow in the refrigerator; Slow ice cube freezing Door left open , then...
... popping open . Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at these normal and safe temperatures. close by itself , above. Some floor coverings will discolor at outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. Freezer control not set too cold. • Move the food away from bottom of refrigerator needs cleaning. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. Orange glow in the refrigerator; Slow ice cube freezing Door left open , then...
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... Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is leaking from system. Water system has been drained. • Allow several hours for a long time. Supply line or shutoff valve is released. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 35 Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water is system is frozen because the controls are set too cold...
... Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is leaking from system. Water system has been drained. • Allow several hours for a long time. Supply line or shutoff valve is released. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 35 Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water is system is frozen because the controls are set too cold...
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... normal. The filter cartridge should be reset. • Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad for more information. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 36 Readjust the products left in the basket or remove any product that you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem My display is showing Water filter indicator light changed color Water filter indicator light remains red even after replacing the water filter Water filter indicator light is not lit Handle is loose / handle has a gap Refrigerator beeping Control setting is above the...
... normal. The filter cartridge should be reset. • Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad for more information. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 36 Readjust the products left in the basket or remove any product that you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem My display is showing Water filter indicator light changed color Water filter indicator light remains red even after replacing the water filter Water filter indicator light is not lit Handle is loose / handle has a gap Refrigerator beeping Control setting is above the...
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... is needed to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for service. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by possible defects with this appliance. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. Staple your state's Attorney General. s Incidental or consequential damage caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care®...
... is needed to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for service. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by possible defects with this appliance. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. Staple your state's Attorney General. s Incidental or consequential damage caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care®...
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... Refrigerator has been properly installed according to the instructions supplied by Mabe and is connected to an adequate and proper utility service. This warranty is needed concerning this Limited Warranty. What is covered How Long Warranted (From Date of the original purchase date is in the owner's manual, proper setting of the original warranty period only. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for home use...
... Refrigerator has been properly installed according to the instructions supplied by Mabe and is connected to an adequate and proper utility service. This warranty is needed concerning this Limited Warranty. What is covered How Long Warranted (From Date of the original purchase date is in the owner's manual, proper setting of the original warranty period only. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for home use...
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...;C) Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements Flush new cartridge at full flow for up to 750 gallons (2,838 l); Systems certified for unmetered usage) Parameter Chlorine T & O Particulate** USEPA MCL - - - The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may be maintained according to manufacturer's instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges...
...;C) Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements Flush new cartridge at full flow for up to 750 gallons (2,838 l); Systems certified for unmetered usage) Parameter Chlorine T & O Particulate** USEPA MCL - - - The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may be maintained according to manufacturer's instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges...