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Side by Side Refrigerators Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Controls 4 Features 5 Dispenser 6 Automatic Ice maker 7 Water Filter 8 Climate Zone & Temperature Controlled ...the Lights 14 Master Light Switches 14 About Appliance Communication . . .15 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 16-19 Installing the Refrigerator 20-24 Troubleshooting Tips 26-28 Normal Operating Conditions 25 Consumer Support MWF Performance Data Sheet. . . . ... these numbers on a label on the left side, near the middle of the refrigerator compartment. 49-60742-1 10-15...
Side by Side Refrigerators Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Controls 4 Features 5 Dispenser 6 Automatic Ice maker 7 Water Filter 8 Climate Zone & Temperature Controlled ...the Lights 14 Master Light Switches 14 About Appliance Communication . . .15 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 16-19 Installing the Refrigerator 20-24 Troubleshooting Tips 26-28 Normal Operating Conditions 25 Consumer Support MWF Performance Data Sheet. . . . ... these numbers on a label on the left side, near the middle of the refrigerator compartment. 49-60742-1 10-15...
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... on the automatic ice making repairs, replacing a light bulb, or cleaning. This symbol alerts you to climb, stand or hang on your refrigerator follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION". Glass shelves and covers may stick to these basic safety ..., or with the moving parts of the "pinch point" areas; IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Tempered glass is the safety alert symbol. SAFETY GE Appliances website For more information on the door handles or the shelves in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding...
... on the automatic ice making repairs, replacing a light bulb, or cleaning. This symbol alerts you to climb, stand or hang on your refrigerator follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION". Glass shelves and covers may stick to these basic safety ..., or with the moving parts of the "pinch point" areas; IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Tempered glass is the safety alert symbol. SAFETY GE Appliances website For more information on the door handles or the shelves in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding...
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... IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are still dangerous even if they will sit for "just a few days." Junked or abandoned refrigerators are not problems of the past. Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from overheated wires. CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING... Electrical Shock Hazard. For personal safety, this appliance. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: ■ Take off the fresh food and freezer doors. ■ Leave the shelves in fire, explosion, or death...
... IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are still dangerous even if they will sit for "just a few days." Junked or abandoned refrigerators are not problems of the past. Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from overheated wires. CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING... Electrical Shock Hazard. For personal safety, this appliance. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: ■ Take off the fresh food and freezer doors. ■ Leave the shelves in fire, explosion, or death...
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...turn OFF cooling system, press and hold Fridge and Ice Maker simultaneously for the freezer compartment. The temperature controls are preset in the refrigerator and freezer. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on usage and operating environment. When the cooling system ... Freezer or Fridge pad until both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and 0°F for 3 seconds. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to reach the temperature you have set point...
...turn OFF cooling system, press and hold Fridge and Ice Maker simultaneously for the freezer compartment. The temperature controls are preset in the refrigerator and freezer. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on usage and operating environment. When the cooling system ... Freezer or Fridge pad until both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and 0°F for 3 seconds. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to reach the temperature you have set point...
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...™ setting Activate TurboFreeze to quickly restore fresh food temperature after frequent door openings. Ice maker setting Turn your ice makers on /off . GEAppliances.com Refrigerator temp control Adjust freezer compartment temperature. TurboCool™ setting Activate TurboCool to quickly restore freezer temperatures after frequent door openings. Display Mode, °C/°F Change...
...™ setting Activate TurboFreeze to quickly restore fresh food temperature after frequent door openings. Ice maker setting Turn your ice makers on /off . GEAppliances.com Refrigerator temp control Adjust freezer compartment temperature. TurboCool™ setting Activate TurboCool to quickly restore freezer temperatures after frequent door openings. Display Mode, °C/°F Change...
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... usually occurs when you selected Cubed. Set the icemaker power switch to lock the dispenser and control pad. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be dispensed even though you have been left in the crusher. „ After crushed ice is blocking the chute, poke...
... usually occurs when you selected Cubed. Set the icemaker power switch to lock the dispenser and control pad. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be dispensed even though you have been left in the crusher. „ After crushed ice is blocking the chute, poke...
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...in . For dispense models, the icemaker can be turned on and off you may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making mechanism while the refrigerator is true for several cubes to be joined together. „ If ice is made to the icemaker, set the power switch on freezer compartment ...the level of the ice maker) that releases the cubes. It is normal for the power switch on the control panel. GEAppliances.com A newly-installed refrigerator may hear a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with water. „ Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water ...
...in . For dispense models, the icemaker can be turned on and off you may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making mechanism while the refrigerator is true for several cubes to be joined together. „ If ice is made to the icemaker, set the power switch on freezer compartment ...the level of the ice maker) that releases the cubes. It is normal for the power switch on the control panel. GEAppliances.com A newly-installed refrigerator may hear a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with water. „ Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water ...
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...cartridge is located behind the upper cover at the rated capacity, or sooner if noticeable reduction in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is not available. Using GE-branded filters in Canada should be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow...it will Holder move about three minutes) to the left. GE has not qualifed non-GE branded filters for use of the new cartridge up the arrow on the dispenser. Customers in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability. cartridge will automatically raise Cartridge ...
...cartridge is located behind the upper cover at the rated capacity, or sooner if noticeable reduction in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is not available. Using GE-branded filters in Canada should be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow...it will Holder move about three minutes) to the left. GE has not qualifed non-GE branded filters for use of the new cartridge up the arrow on the dispenser. Customers in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability. cartridge will automatically raise Cartridge ...
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... Setting (27-37°F) Raw Meat, Fish and Poultry Control Lock Press and hold for the Climate Control drawer. The drawer is a system of the refrigerator. 6(/(&77(03³Use this feature to lock the settings for another 3 seconds. 9 Climate Control Chart NOTE: Results may vary depending on ), the drawer can be...
... Setting (27-37°F) Raw Meat, Fish and Poultry Control Lock Press and hold for the Climate Control drawer. The drawer is a system of the refrigerator. 6(/(&77(03³Use this feature to lock the settings for another 3 seconds. 9 Climate Control Chart NOTE: Results may vary depending on ), the drawer can be...
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...Climate Control Drawer cover. 5. Then lower front of the climate control drawer top surface to illuminate the drawers below. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in tracks at front, then lift it from the vegetable drawer shelf. The lights are recessed into many small pieces if it goes up... break if exposed to fit your family's food storage needs. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into the shelf to release the bottom of refrigerator. Unplug the shelf and carefully remove it up behind the gasket hanging down gently on rear wall of the water tank cover. Water Tank ...
...Climate Control Drawer cover. 5. Then lower front of the climate control drawer top surface to illuminate the drawers below. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in tracks at front, then lift it from the vegetable drawer shelf. The lights are recessed into many small pieces if it goes up... break if exposed to fit your family's food storage needs. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into the shelf to release the bottom of refrigerator. Unplug the shelf and carefully remove it up behind the gasket hanging down gently on rear wall of the water tank cover. Water Tank ...
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.... Wash parts with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove surface rust, tarnish and small blemishes. Moving the refrigerator in . Silver-accented plastic parts. Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open . Glass shelves and covers may result in ...inside surface between the doors. 8VHZDUPZDWHUDQGEDNLQJVRGDVROXWLRQ³DERXWD tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to the refrigerator. Care and cleaning of water. Should drip tray need cleaning use lime remover. Use an appliance wax polish on the stainless steel. Behind...
.... Wash parts with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove surface rust, tarnish and small blemishes. Moving the refrigerator in . Silver-accented plastic parts. Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open . Glass shelves and covers may result in ...inside surface between the doors. 8VHZDUPZDWHUDQGEDNLQJVRGDVROXWLRQ³DERXWD tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to the refrigerator. Care and cleaning of water. Should drip tray need cleaning use lime remover. Use an appliance wax polish on the stainless steel. Behind...
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If this assembly needs to be replaced, call GE Service at the top of the refrigerator. LED Lights Master Light Switch Grille Panel 14 Replacing the Lights The columns along the back wall of the refrigerator. The switch is located behind the top pan in the fresh food compartment and the bottom basket in...
If this assembly needs to be replaced, call GE Service at the top of the refrigerator. LED Lights Master Light Switch Grille Panel 14 Replacing the Lights The columns along the back wall of the refrigerator. The switch is located behind the top pan in the fresh food compartment and the bottom basket in...
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..., to communicate with your appliance through the communication port in the United States): GE WiFi Connect Enabled* Your refrigerator is provided with Part 15 of the following two conditions: 1. The GE ConnectPlus will not occur in a mobile application. This device may cause harmful interference... be determined by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to which can purchase a GE ConnectPlus. At least 20 cm of the FCC Rules. GE WiFi Connect Optional * You refrigerator is subject to the internet you can be maintained at all times. *Select Models Only...
..., to communicate with your appliance through the communication port in the United States): GE WiFi Connect Enabled* Your refrigerator is provided with Part 15 of the following two conditions: 1. The GE ConnectPlus will not occur in a mobile application. This device may cause harmful interference... be determined by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to which can purchase a GE ConnectPlus. At least 20 cm of the FCC Rules. GE WiFi Connect Optional * You refrigerator is subject to the internet you can be maintained at all times. *Select Models Only...
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...Water And Electrical Locations The opening through the floor or back wall. An individual properly grounded branch circuit or circuit breaker is required. Refrigerator Installation 15 minutes • Proper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Electrical must be located on a floor strong enough to... properly. • Do not install the refrigerator in the water line is not recommended. • The water line can enter the opening must be: 41-1/2" for 42" models 47-1/2" for standard installation. copper tubing or GE SmartConnect™ kit between the cold water line...
...Water And Electrical Locations The opening through the floor or back wall. An individual properly grounded branch circuit or circuit breaker is required. Refrigerator Installation 15 minutes • Proper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Electrical must be located on a floor strong enough to... properly. • Do not install the refrigerator in the water line is not recommended. • The water line can enter the opening must be: 41-1/2" for 42" models 47-1/2" for standard installation. copper tubing or GE SmartConnect™ kit between the cold water line...
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... with adjacent cabinets or countertops. 17 clearance for a maximum 1" height adjustment. 36", 42" or 48" Frame to allow 4" min. The refrigerator can be adjusted to 90° if clearance to adjacent cabinets or walls is restricted. 115° Door Swing A B 90° Door ...16" 1-7/8" Secure the panels to 4" corner keys in the top front corner as shown to Frame Depth Including Handles: 27-3/4" Product Clearances These refrigerators are equipped with stick-on installation height. Order the side panels from the cabinet manufacturer. • Cut a notch in the front side trim....
... with adjacent cabinets or countertops. 17 clearance for a maximum 1" height adjustment. 36", 42" or 48" Frame to allow 4" min. The refrigerator can be adjusted to 90° if clearance to adjacent cabinets or walls is restricted. 115° Door Swing A B 90° Door ...16" 1-7/8" Secure the panels to 4" corner keys in the top front corner as shown to Frame Depth Including Handles: 27-3/4" Product Clearances These refrigerators are equipped with stick-on installation height. Order the side panels from the cabinet manufacturer. • Cut a notch in the front side trim....
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Therefore, frameless cabinets may require filler strips to prevent interference with cabinet door swing. Installation Instructions Refrigerator Case Trim Frameless Cabinets: The case trim overlaps cabinets at the top and sides. The opening must allow for filler strips. 23-9/16" From Rear of Refrigerator 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" Door Stainless Steel 3/4" Top View 90° DOOR SWING Scale 1:1 18
Therefore, frameless cabinets may require filler strips to prevent interference with cabinet door swing. Installation Instructions Refrigerator Case Trim Frameless Cabinets: The case trim overlaps cabinets at the top and sides. The opening must allow for filler strips. 23-9/16" From Rear of Refrigerator 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" Door Stainless Steel 3/4" Top View 90° DOOR SWING Scale 1:1 18
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... Water filter bypass plug • Toekick • 1/4" nut and ferrule FLOORING For proper installation, this refrigerator must be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator, or approximately 1,500 lbs. Cut a large section of the flooring. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet... long 2x4 for Anti-Tip support • 1/4" copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits • Water shut-off valve • Custom panels for 1/4" side panels GROUNDING THE REFRIGERATOR WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE....
... Water filter bypass plug • Toekick • 1/4" nut and ferrule FLOORING For proper installation, this refrigerator must be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator, or approximately 1,500 lbs. Cut a large section of the flooring. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet... long 2x4 for Anti-Tip support • 1/4" copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits • Water shut-off valve • Custom panels for 1/4" side panels GROUNDING THE REFRIGERATOR WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE....
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...the line is supplied in the tie-downs. • Remove the six 7/16" bolts securing the straps to the skid. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available in many water supply kits. Shut off the water supply at the shut-off the skid with age ... off the main water supply. NOTE: Saddle type shut-off valves are illegal and use the corner posts from the base channels in the GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. Saddle valves are included in the following lengths: 2' (.6 m) WX08X10002 8' (2.4 m) WX08X10006 15' (4.6 m) WX08X10015 25' (7.6 m) WX08X10025 Shut off...
...the line is supplied in the tie-downs. • Remove the six 7/16" bolts securing the straps to the skid. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available in many water supply kits. Shut off the water supply at the shut-off the skid with age ... off the main water supply. NOTE: Saddle type shut-off valves are illegal and use the corner posts from the base channels in the GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. Saddle valves are included in the following lengths: 2' (.6 m) WX08X10002 8' (2.4 m) WX08X10006 15' (4.6 m) WX08X10015 25' (7.6 m) WX08X10025 Shut off...
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...studs. • If metal wall studs, use self-tapping sheet metal screws in place of security, brackets cannot be used. These refrigerators are using 1/4" side panels, they should be removed. Installation Instructions STEP 4 INSTALLATION WITH HOUSEHOLD WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM Skip this step if...could result in place. For better ice and water performance, remove the filter and install the filter bypass plug. IMPORTANT: When the refrigerator is installed under a soffit or if there is from the finished floor. See the illustration. Rotate Counterclockwise To Remove Filter Bypass ...
...studs. • If metal wall studs, use self-tapping sheet metal screws in place of security, brackets cannot be used. These refrigerators are using 1/4" side panels, they should be removed. Installation Instructions STEP 4 INSTALLATION WITH HOUSEHOLD WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM Skip this step if...could result in place. For better ice and water performance, remove the filter and install the filter bypass plug. IMPORTANT: When the refrigerator is installed under a soffit or if there is from the finished floor. See the illustration. Rotate Counterclockwise To Remove Filter Bypass ...
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...; Open the door to prevent tipping. To minimize this step if door opening 84-1/2". Turn clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the refrigerator. • For front leveling, use pliers to a 90° opening . If the installation requires more than 84-1/2" height, the... evenly spaced clearance holes through the metal clearance holes and into adjacent cabinets through side case trim. Installation Instructions STEP 7 LEVEL REFRIGERATOR All models have 4-point leveling. wood brace. The pin is supported by adjustable wheels. NOTICE: The rear leveling wheels and ...
...; Open the door to prevent tipping. To minimize this step if door opening 84-1/2". Turn clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the refrigerator. • For front leveling, use pliers to a 90° opening . If the installation requires more than 84-1/2" height, the... evenly spaced clearance holes through the metal clearance holes and into adjacent cabinets through side case trim. Installation Instructions STEP 7 LEVEL REFRIGERATOR All models have 4-point leveling. wood brace. The pin is supported by adjustable wheels. NOTICE: The rear leveling wheels and ...
