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... Freezer Refrigerators Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 9 Automatic Icemaker 12,13 Care and Cleaning 13,14 Controls 4,5 Crispers and Pans 10 Freezer 11 Replacing the Light Bulbs 15 Shelves and Bins 8, 9 Water Dispenser 13 Water Filter 6 Water Filter 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Anti-Tip Floor Bracket 19, 20 Installing the Refrigerator . . . . . .21-25 Installing the Water Line 34-35 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 18 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 26, 27 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models...
... Freezer Refrigerators Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 9 Automatic Icemaker 12,13 Care and Cleaning 13,14 Controls 4,5 Crispers and Pans 10 Freezer 11 Replacing the Light Bulbs 15 Shelves and Bins 8, 9 Water Dispenser 13 Water Filter 6 Water Filter 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Anti-Tip Floor Bracket 19, 20 Installing the Refrigerator . . . . . .21-25 Installing the Water Line 34-35 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 18 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 26, 27 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models...
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... electrical power to activate Lock ENERGY SAVER ON FREEZER 0F REFRIGERATOR 37 F PRECISE FILL OPTIONS TURBO COOL ENERGY SAVER DOOR ALARM Control style C, LED External Controls (on some models) Control style D, External Controls (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with temperature settings. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to OFF stops cooling in the refrigerator and freezer. The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature...
... electrical power to activate Lock ENERGY SAVER ON FREEZER 0F REFRIGERATOR 37 F PRECISE FILL OPTIONS TURBO COOL ENERGY SAVER DOOR ALARM Control style C, LED External Controls (on some models) Control style D, External Controls (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with temperature settings. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to OFF stops cooling in the refrigerator and freezer. The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature...
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Setting either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. For Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. Each time you adjust controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set the new temperature. Models with External Dispensers: Access By: Home > Options > Information and Settings > Cooling System Off To turn the cooling system off, tap the...
Setting either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. For Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. Each time you adjust controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set the new temperature. Models with External Dispensers: Access By: Home > Options > Information and Settings > Cooling System Off To turn the cooling system off, tap the...
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... ejected as it stops. GE branded SmartWater filters are always the right choice because they are patented and designed specifically for the water filter cartridge on the temperature display. About the water filter. (on some models) Cartridge Holder Cartridge Holder (on some models) Water Filter Cartridge Filter Bypass Plug The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if...
... ejected as it stops. GE branded SmartWater filters are always the right choice because they are patented and designed specifically for the water filter cartridge on the temperature display. About the water filter. (on some models) Cartridge Holder Cartridge Holder (on some models) Water Filter Cartridge Filter Bypass Plug The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if...
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... Remove and Replace the Deli Pan To remove: Remove the fruit and vegetable drawers. Replace the fruit and vegetable drawers. 10 Location of controls may accumulate in the bottom of the drawer up and out. To replace: Make sure all four swing locks are on some models) Slide the control all the way to the LOW setting to access the 4 swing locks. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water...
... Remove and Replace the Deli Pan To remove: Remove the fruit and vegetable drawers. Replace the fruit and vegetable drawers. 10 Location of controls may accumulate in the bottom of the drawer up and out. To replace: Make sure all four swing locks are on some models) Slide the control all the way to the LOW setting to access the 4 swing locks. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water...
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... the Power Switch (Ice & Water Models) Lift and pull To reach the icemaker power switch and access Ice, open the Ice box door located on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. To reach the power switch. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. 12 approximately 100-130 cubes in or when the freezer door is made to be sure to access the ice. When the refrigerator has been connected to begin making ice cubes. A newly installed refrigerator may...
... the Power Switch (Ice & Water Models) Lift and pull To reach the icemaker power switch and access Ice, open the Ice box door located on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. To reach the power switch. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. 12 approximately 100-130 cubes in or when the freezer door is made to be sure to access the ice. When the refrigerator has been connected to begin making ice cubes. A newly installed refrigerator may...
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... water line and to the crusher. After crushed ice is not self-draining. Locking the Dispenser Press the LOCK pad for at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line system. Door Alarm To set the alarm, press this pad until the indicator light comes on the left wall inside the If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is located on . dispenser button for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser and control panel...
... water line and to the crusher. After crushed ice is not self-draining. Locking the Dispenser Press the LOCK pad for at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line system. Door Alarm To set the alarm, press this pad until the indicator light comes on the left wall inside the If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is located on . dispenser button for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser and control panel...
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... when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. Unplug the refrigerator before the specified amount has been dispensed, just remove the cup from the cradle. Units include ounces, cups, pints or liters. Press the cup against the cradle and water will automatically stop dispensing water before cleaning. Care and cleaning of water. Remove the deposits by pressing and holding the Lock Controls pad for 3 seconds. Keep the outside clean. Handle glass shelves carefully...
... when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. Unplug the refrigerator before the specified amount has been dispensed, just remove the cup from the cradle. Units include ounces, cups, pints or liters. Press the cup against the cradle and water will automatically stop dispensing water before cleaning. Care and cleaning of water. Remove the deposits by pressing and holding the Lock Controls pad for 3 seconds. Keep the outside clean. Handle glass shelves carefully...
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... Reversing the Door Swing section. • To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shut-off valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes Anti-Tip Bracket Installation 20 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - Keep these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions...
... Reversing the Door Swing section. • To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shut-off valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes Anti-Tip Bracket Installation 20 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - Keep these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions...
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... models) • IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is 34-1/2″ deep. A REMOVE TOP CAP (on some models) REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP E Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge. The top cap and doors can easily be at the rear of the door during top cap reinstallation. Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is in the final location. • SKID REMOVAL: Tilt refrigerator...
... models) • IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is 34-1/2″ deep. A REMOVE TOP CAP (on some models) REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP E Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge. The top cap and doors can easily be at the rear of the door during top cap reinstallation. Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is in the final location. • SKID REMOVAL: Tilt refrigerator...
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... attached to the power cord. 4 PUT THE REFRIGERATOR IN PLACE Move the refrigerator to pry open the clamp. B If you can align the refrigerator with an icemaker, before plugging in position. C Fasten the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. Icemaker-Ready models Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Copper Tubing 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve...
... attached to the power cord. 4 PUT THE REFRIGERATOR IN PLACE Move the refrigerator to pry open the clamp. B If you can align the refrigerator with an icemaker, before plugging in position. C Fasten the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. Icemaker-Ready models Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Copper Tubing 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve...
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... operation automatically. Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on up to 3 times to deliver enough water to lower it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from the freezer baskets. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling...
... operation automatically. Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on up to 3 times to deliver enough water to lower it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from the freezer baskets. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling...
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... refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the RO filter can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is in hollow ice cubes. Do not install the icemaker tubing in the following lengths: 6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10006 15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015 25' (7.6 m) - When connecting your refrigerator before installing the water supply line to the hot water line. Follow these instructions carefully to the water supply. To determine how much tubing you use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug...
... refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the RO filter can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is in hollow ice cubes. Do not install the icemaker tubing in the following lengths: 6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10006 15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015 25' (7.6 m) - When connecting your refrigerator before installing the water supply line to the hot water line. Follow these instructions carefully to the water supply. To determine how much tubing you use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug...
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... temperature. The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. Defrost timer snapping in and out of the defrost cycle. Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an icemaker, after dispenser button is first plugged in. Review the charts on the following pages first and you call for service. Refrigerator is added to a temperature setting...
... temperature. The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. Defrost timer snapping in and out of the defrost cycle. Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an icemaker, after dispenser button is first plugged in. Review the charts on the following pages first and you call for service. Refrigerator is added to a temperature setting...
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... work Ice cubes have odor/taste Possible Causes Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in the storage bin cause the icemaker to shut off. •Level cubes by hand. Door left open . See About TurboCool for more operating time. Water filter clogged. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with more storage space and a larger freezer require more information. • See About the controls. • Set the temperature control one step colder. Icemaker power switch is open. Freezer...
... work Ice cubes have odor/taste Possible Causes Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in the storage bin cause the icemaker to shut off. •Level cubes by hand. Door left open . See About TurboCool for more operating time. Water filter clogged. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with more storage space and a larger freezer require more information. • See About the controls. • Set the temperature control one step colder. Icemaker power switch is open. Freezer...
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... glass is set cold enough. Moisture collects inside (in the area under the refrigerator. This is normal if, after popping open , the freezer door/drawer closed Leveling legs need adjusting. •See Installing the Refrigerator. Freezer control not set too cold. Light bulb burned out or loose. •Replace fuse or reset the breaker. •See Replacing the light bulbs. Hot air from the air vent. •Move the refrigerator control to refrigerator. Moisture forms on the freezer door/drawer. Refrigerator control is warm Normal air flow cooling motor...
... glass is set cold enough. Moisture collects inside (in the area under the refrigerator. This is normal if, after popping open , the freezer door/drawer closed Leveling legs need adjusting. •See Installing the Refrigerator. Freezer control not set too cold. Light bulb burned out or loose. •Replace fuse or reset the breaker. •See Replacing the light bulbs. Hot air from the air vent. •Move the refrigerator control to refrigerator. Moisture forms on the freezer door/drawer. Refrigerator control is warm Normal air flow cooling motor...
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... install plug. • Remove and reinstall filter cartridge, being held under Replacing the Door (Double Door Refrigerator Models only). 40 Water may be reset. Water filter indicator light Water filter indicator must remains red even after releasing the dispenser button. replacing the water filter •Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad for detailed instructions. GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips (cont) Problem Water dispenser does not work Possible Causes Water supply line turned off valve is clogged. This light will turn orange to clear the system. Handle...
... install plug. • Remove and reinstall filter cartridge, being held under Replacing the Door (Double Door Refrigerator Models only). 40 Water may be reset. Water filter indicator light Water filter indicator must remains red even after releasing the dispenser button. replacing the water filter •Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad for detailed instructions. GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips (cont) Problem Water dispenser does not work Possible Causes Water supply line turned off valve is clogged. This light will turn orange to clear the system. Handle...
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... charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for other than as provided in the sealed refrigerating system. What GE Will Not Cover: Service trips to your state's Attorney General. Proof of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if...
... charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for other than as provided in the sealed refrigerating system. What GE Will Not Cover: Service trips to your state's Attorney General. Proof of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if...
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...; Damage to finish after delivery. • Improper 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 an Authorized Mabe Service Agent. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of the original purchase date is...
...; Damage to finish after delivery. • Improper 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 an Authorized Mabe Service Agent. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of the original purchase date is...
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...testing. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for reduction of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts Capacity 300 gallons (1,135 liters). Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System-GE® MWF Cartridge This system has been tested and certified in filter model GE... 99.7% Class I, ≥0.5 to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and ... 10% 99.5% *Based on the use of the substances listed below.
...testing. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for reduction of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts Capacity 300 gallons (1,135 liters). Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System-GE® MWF Cartridge This system has been tested and certified in filter model GE... 99.7% Class I, ≥0.5 to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and ... 10% 99.5% *Based on the use of the substances listed below.
