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...Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12, 13 Controls 4 Dispenser 5 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Fresh Food Storage Options 7-9 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-23 Installing the Water Line 24-26 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator... Registration for U.S. Customers 33, 34 State of the refrigerator compartment. 197D7926P001 49-60551-1 02-08 JR Customers 37 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GE Model 26 Congélateur inférieur Réfrig...
...Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12, 13 Controls 4 Dispenser 5 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Fresh Food Storage Options 7-9 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-23 Installing the Water Line 24-26 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator... Registration for U.S. Customers 33, 34 State of the refrigerator compartment. 197D7926P001 49-60551-1 02-08 JR Customers 37 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GE Model 26 Congélateur inférieur Réfrig...
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...READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: s This refrigerator must use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug ..., we strongly recommend against the use of the "pinch point" areas; RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are getting rid of the ejector mechanism, or with the company handling the disposal about what to...
...READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: s This refrigerator must use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug ..., we strongly recommend against the use of the "pinch point" areas; RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are getting rid of the ejector mechanism, or with the company handling the disposal about what to...
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... with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which could cause a fire hazard from this appliance must be properly grounded. Never unplug your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is your personal responsibility and obligation to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Safety... Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be plugged into its length or at either end. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do...
... with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which could cause a fire hazard from this appliance must be properly grounded. Never unplug your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is your personal responsibility and obligation to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Safety... Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be plugged into its length or at either end. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do...
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... Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Location of Dispenser Controls Dispenser Models Internal Control Models Location of Internal Controls NOTE: The refrigerator is displayed. Allow 24 hours for the freezer compartment. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature... based on all features are preset in the refrigerator and freezer. Several adjustments may be required. The temperature controls are on usage and operating environment . Changing the Temperature...
... Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Location of Dispenser Controls Dispenser Models Internal Control Models Location of Internal Controls NOTE: The refrigerator is displayed. Allow 24 hours for the freezer compartment. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature... based on all features are preset in the refrigerator and freezer. Several adjustments may be required. The temperature controls are on usage and operating environment . Changing the Temperature...
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...Cubed Ice , Crushed Ice or Water by pressing and releasing the Energy Saver pad on some water may be cleaned regularly. The refrigerator is equipped with a wooden spoon. ge.com Spill Shelf To Use the Dispenser (on . The spill shelf is normal and usually occurs when you selected Cubed Ice. ...to freeze shut. If ice is open for 3 seconds. s To keep dispensed ice from the chute. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may drip from missing the glass, put fingers or any door is blocking the chute, poke it through with an ...
...Cubed Ice , Crushed Ice or Water by pressing and releasing the Energy Saver pad on some water may be cleaned regularly. The refrigerator is equipped with a wooden spoon. ge.com Spill Shelf To Use the Dispenser (on . The spill shelf is normal and usually occurs when you selected Cubed Ice. ...to freeze shut. If ice is open for 3 seconds. s To keep dispensed ice from the chute. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may drip from missing the glass, put fingers or any door is blocking the chute, poke it through with an ...
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... from the dispenser. Cartridge Holder Filter Bypass Plug Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. The icemaker will rotate about 11⁄ 2 gallons) to Replace the Filter The filter cartridge should consult... turning it stops. Filter Model MWF Customers in the system, the filter cartridge may be replaced every six months or if the flow of the refrigerator compartment.
... from the dispenser. Cartridge Holder Filter Bypass Plug Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. The icemaker will rotate about 11⁄ 2 gallons) to Replace the Filter The filter cartridge should consult... turning it stops. Filter Model MWF Customers in the system, the filter cartridge may be replaced every six months or if the flow of the refrigerator compartment.
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... . Lift the shelf up and past the stop position. Spillproof Shelves Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills from the shelf. ge.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the snack pan is adjustable and can ...be changed like the other shelves. Lift the pan up at the back of the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. Floating snack pan The location of the shelf locks into place. To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the front...
... . Lift the shelf up and past the stop position. Spillproof Shelves Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills from the shelf. ge.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the snack pan is adjustable and can ...be changed like the other shelves. Lift the pan up at the back of the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. Floating snack pan The location of the shelf locks into place. To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the front...
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... of the bottom door bin is not adjustable. It will lock in the molded supports on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to work area.
... of the bottom door bin is not adjustable. It will lock in the molded supports on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to work area.
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...fills to be joined together. It is shut off. NOTE: Turn on the control panel to engage the icemaker. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to clear. You will stop producing ice. If ice is made to disengage the icemaker. NOTE: ... Instructions About the automatic icemaker. Be sure nothing interferes with water. ge.com Automatic Icemaker The icemaker will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is not used frequently, old ice...
...fills to be joined together. It is shut off. NOTE: Turn on the control panel to engage the icemaker. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to clear. You will stop producing ice. If ice is made to disengage the icemaker. NOTE: ... Instructions About the automatic icemaker. Be sure nothing interferes with water. ge.com Automatic Icemaker The icemaker will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is not used frequently, old ice...
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... wring excess moisture out of shape. Use an appliance wax polish on the stainless steel. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Dry with ...water. Clean with a cloth dampened with steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleaners. Do not scrub with soapy water. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. Wash parts with steel-wool pads or other mild detergents. Wash parts with a sponge, damp cloth or paper towel....
... wring excess moisture out of shape. Use an appliance wax polish on the stainless steel. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Dry with ...water. Clean with a cloth dampened with steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleaners. Do not scrub with soapy water. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. Wash parts with steel-wool pads or other mild detergents. Wash parts with a sponge, damp cloth or paper towel....
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...don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on the control panel to disengage the icemaker. This could damage the refrigerator. All types of floor coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models)... for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. Handle only from the wall. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . Leave the doors open. Preparing to prevent ...
...don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on the control panel to disengage the icemaker. This could damage the refrigerator. All types of floor coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models)... for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. Handle only from the wall. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . Leave the doors open. Preparing to prevent ...
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...; appliance bulbs may be hot. Turn the bulb counterclockwise. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Refrigerator Lights Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Turn the bulb counterclockwise. Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from...® appliance bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Pull drawer out to remove it. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Rotate the shield down while pushing it . Plug the refrigerator back in . Replace with an appliance bulb...
...; appliance bulbs may be hot. Turn the bulb counterclockwise. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Refrigerator Lights Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Turn the bulb counterclockwise. Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from...® appliance bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Pull drawer out to remove it. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Rotate the shield down while pushing it . Plug the refrigerator back in . Replace with an appliance bulb...
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... to a cold water line. PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see the Installing the Refrigerator section. • To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Model 26 Questions? Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30...
... to a cold water line. PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see the Installing the Refrigerator section. • To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Installation Instructions Refrigerator GE Model 26 Questions? Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30...
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... Phillips-head screwdriver. Leave tape and all packaging on a floor strong enough to Step 9. Mounting Fasteners REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS • IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is not necessary to remove doors, skip to support it into the installation location. A 16 We strongly recommend that... Loosen the set screws with the 1/8″ Allen wrench and remove the handle. Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) 1 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Loosen the set screws ...
... Phillips-head screwdriver. Leave tape and all packaging on a floor strong enough to Step 9. Mounting Fasteners REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS • IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is not necessary to remove doors, skip to support it into the installation location. A 16 We strongly recommend that... Loosen the set screws with the 1/8″ Allen wrench and remove the handle. Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) 1 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Loosen the set screws ...
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.... F Remove the two grounding cables with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Mounting Fasteners 5 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) C Remove the three screws on top with a Phillips-head screwdriver. G Remove three 10 mm hex-head bolts (right and left). D Disengage the two ...
.... F Remove the two grounding cables with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Mounting Fasteners 5 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) C Remove the three screws on top with a Phillips-head screwdriver. G Remove three 10 mm hex-head bolts (right and left). D Disengage the two ...
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...doors, pass the wires and water line through the top hinge pin. While holding the aligned door in Step 5. 18 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 5 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) H Lift the door straight up to the top of the cabinet. G Make sure the gasket on top of the door.... from the center hinge. Make sure the door is even across the front. Then connect the water line and two connectors. 6 REPLACING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Install the center hinge on each side of the top cap and reattach the three Phillips-head screws on the center hinge pin or...
...doors, pass the wires and water line through the top hinge pin. While holding the aligned door in Step 5. 18 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 5 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) H Lift the door straight up to the top of the cabinet. G Make sure the gasket on top of the door.... from the center hinge. Make sure the door is even across the front. Then connect the water line and two connectors. 6 REPLACING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Install the center hinge on each side of the top cap and reattach the three Phillips-head screws on the center hinge pin or...
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...they lock into place. (See page 10.) C Tighten screws completely. (There are already assembled to the tubing. 20 A If you will need to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is required for automatic icemaker operation. If there is not a cold water supply, you are using the... GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are four 10 mm hex-head bolts.) REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET Replace the freezer basket by lowering it into the frame. 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE A cold water supply is not plugged...
...they lock into place. (See page 10.) C Tighten screws completely. (There are already assembled to the tubing. 20 A If you will need to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is required for automatic icemaker operation. If there is not a cold water supply, you are using the... GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are four 10 mm hex-head bolts.) REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET Replace the freezer basket by lowering it into the frame. 9 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE A cold water supply is not plugged...
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... HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) B If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the clamp provided to pry open the clamp. If you are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and... the grounding information attached to the power cord. 10 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY Turn the water on at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it in position. Overtightening may need to hold it is hand tight. You may cause leaks. Then tighten one...
... HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) B If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the clamp provided to pry open the clamp. If you are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and... the grounding information attached to the power cord. 10 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY Turn the water on at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it in position. Overtightening may need to hold it is hand tight. You may cause leaks. Then tighten one...
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...adjusting the doors, insert the supplied fastener ring using a pair of each fastener ring is 0.04″. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from tipping. When the left door is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. Adjustment point Adjustment point A If you open the freezer ...need to insert depends on the floor and does not wobble. 2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to lower it. 13 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) C Adjust the height by turning clockwise or counterclockwise. B Insert the supplied 4 mm Allen wrench into the shaft of fastener ...
...adjusting the doors, insert the supplied fastener ring using a pair of each fastener ring is 0.04″. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from tipping. When the left door is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. Adjustment point Adjustment point A If you open the freezer ...need to insert depends on the floor and does not wobble. 2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to lower it. 13 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) C Adjust the height by turning clockwise or counterclockwise. B Insert the supplied 4 mm Allen wrench into the shaft of fastener ...
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...can result in conjunction with local plumbing code requirements. WX08X10015 25′ (7.6 m) - This water line installation is battery powered. See About the Automatic Icemaker for more information. Be sure there is with a GE RVKit. WX08X10025 24 For other reverse osmosis water systems,...in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4″ outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the hot water line. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN ...
...can result in conjunction with local plumbing code requirements. WX08X10015 25′ (7.6 m) - This water line installation is battery powered. See About the Automatic Icemaker for more information. Be sure there is with a GE RVKit. WX08X10025 24 For other reverse osmosis water systems,...in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4″ outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the hot water line. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN ...