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... Shelves and Bins 7, 8 Water Dispenser 11 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Anti-Tip Floor Bracket 18-19 Installing the Refrigerator . . . .20-24 Installing the Water Line . . . . .33-35 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 17 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 25, 26 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing...
... Shelves and Bins 7, 8 Water Dispenser 11 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Anti-Tip Floor Bracket 18-19 Installing the Refrigerator . . . .20-24 Installing the Water Line . . . . .33-35 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 17 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 25, 26 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing...
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...Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. Do not place fingers or hands on the shelves in the area. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. However, if you are getting rid of this Owner's Manual. Skin may not ...prior to do. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: s This refrigerator must be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. NOTE: We strongly recommend that the electrical rating of potential safety ...
...Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. Do not place fingers or hands on the shelves in the area. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. However, if you are getting rid of this Owner's Manual. Skin may not ...prior to do. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: s This refrigerator must be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. NOTE: We strongly recommend that the electrical rating of potential safety ...
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.... Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the wall, be properly grounded. When moving the refrigerator away from the outlet. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third... (ground) prong from overheated wires. Never unplug your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is your personal responsibility and obligation to minimize the possibility of... Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com WARNING!
.... Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the wall, be properly grounded. When moving the refrigerator away from the outlet. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third... (ground) prong from overheated wires. Never unplug your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is your personal responsibility and obligation to minimize the possibility of... Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com WARNING!
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... Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. Then press the COLDER pad again and it now. Once the desired temperature...will return to OFF stops cooling in both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set , the temperature display will show ...
... Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. Then press the COLDER pad again and it now. Once the desired temperature...will return to OFF stops cooling in both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set , the temperature display will show ...
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...cycled on. About Door Alarm (on some models) How it will sound if any door is pressed again, the refrigerator compartment will return to Use Press TurboCool. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About TurboCool.™ (on... some models) ge.com (on some models) (on some models) The door alarm will cycle on and off to maintain this setting. After...
...cycled on. About Door Alarm (on some models) How it will sound if any door is pressed again, the refrigerator compartment will return to Use Press TurboCool. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About TurboCool.™ (on... some models) ge.com (on some models) (on some models) The door alarm will cycle on and off to maintain this setting. After...
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... filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in the system, the filter cartridge may drip down . A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Remove the cartridge by pressing in on the temperature display. When the cartridge is properly installed, you will feel it "click" as...soon. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. When to Replace the Filter There is removed. Run water from the dispenser for the water filter cartridge on the tab at the front and pulling down...
... filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in the system, the filter cartridge may drip down . A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Remove the cartridge by pressing in on the temperature display. When the cartridge is properly installed, you will feel it "click" as...soon. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. When to Replace the Filter There is removed. Run water from the dispenser for the water filter cartridge on the tab at the front and pulling down...
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... have wire shelves that the shelf sits flat after reinstallation and doesn't move freely from side to lower shelves. ge.com Spillproof Shelves (on all the way in the refrigerator compartment are above the front bar. Slide the shelf out until the central tabs are adjustable. Make sure you ... until it is horizontal and slide the shelf in. Lift the front edge of the shelf locks into place until it can be removed. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all items from dripping to reach items stored behind the front bar. Slide the shelf in a slot on the ...
... have wire shelves that the shelf sits flat after reinstallation and doesn't move freely from side to lower shelves. ge.com Spillproof Shelves (on all the way in the refrigerator compartment are above the front bar. Slide the shelf out until the central tabs are adjustable. Make sure you ... until it is horizontal and slide the shelf in. Lift the front edge of the shelf locks into place until it can be removed. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all items from dripping to reach items stored behind the front bar. Slide the shelf in a slot on the ...
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... out. To replace: Engage the rack in place. 8 It will lock in the molded supports on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to fit your needs. It will lock in the bin just above the molded door supports, and push down . The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling...
... out. To replace: Engage the rack in place. 8 It will lock in the molded supports on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to fit your needs. It will lock in the bin just above the molded door supports, and push down . The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling...
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...number of ice. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is available at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to begin making ice. During this process, the dispenser noise may be air in the O (off . ge.com Power Switch Green Power Light Icemaker... Feeler Arm Automatic Icemaker (on some models) The water dispenser is released. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off ) ...
...number of ice. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is available at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to begin making ice. During this process, the dispenser noise may be air in the O (off . ge.com Power Switch Green Power Light Icemaker... Feeler Arm Automatic Icemaker (on some models) The water dispenser is released. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off ) ...
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... pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can cause it to a quart (1 liter) of water. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. Use warm water and baking soda solution- about a tablespoon (15 ml) of petroleum jelly to break. Cleaning the Outside The... temperature difference may leave a residue that can be cleaned with steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleaners. Do not wipe the refrigerator with soapy water. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of baking soda in the dishwasher. Keep the outside...
... pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can cause it to a quart (1 liter) of water. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. Use warm water and baking soda solution- about a tablespoon (15 ml) of petroleum jelly to break. Cleaning the Outside The... temperature difference may leave a residue that can be cleaned with steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleaners. Do not wipe the refrigerator with soapy water. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of baking soda in the dishwasher. Keep the outside...
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... icemaker supply line (on some models) and ensure the anti-tip bracket is engaged (if equipped). All types of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Leave the doors open. Handle only from the wall. Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front ... with a baking soda solution of one quart (1 liter) of water. Be sure the refrigerator stays in . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . 13 Preparing to Move Secure all loose items such as base grille...
... icemaker supply line (on some models) and ensure the anti-tip bracket is engaged (if equipped). All types of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Leave the doors open. Handle only from the wall. Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front ... with a baking soda solution of one quart (1 liter) of water. Be sure the refrigerator stays in . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . 13 Preparing to Move Secure all loose items such as base grille...
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...the light shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to release the tabs at the front of the shield. Unplug the refrigerator. The bulb is located at the back. To remove the shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to release the tabs...light. After replacing with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield. Plug the refrigerator back in . Refrigerator Lights (on some models) CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. ...
...the light shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to release the tabs at the front of the shield. Unplug the refrigerator. The bulb is located at the back. To remove the shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to release the tabs...light. After replacing with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield. Plug the refrigerator back in . Refrigerator Lights (on some models) CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. ...
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... Handle Side 3/4″ (19 mm) Appearance Panel Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels 1/8″ (3 mm) Left Fresh Food Door 3/4″ (19 mm) Refrigerator Door Right Fresh Food Door 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) 5/16″ (8 mm) minimum at 1/4″ (6 mm) thickness Top...mm) of at 1/4″ (6 mm) thickness Left, right and bottom sides Raised portion of panel 1/8″ (3 mm) Freezer Door 35 29/32″ (91.2 cm) 26 3/32″ (66.3 cm) 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) Panels thicker than 1/4″...
... Handle Side 3/4″ (19 mm) Appearance Panel Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels 1/8″ (3 mm) Left Fresh Food Door 3/4″ (19 mm) Refrigerator Door Right Fresh Food Door 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) 5/16″ (8 mm) minimum at 1/4″ (6 mm) thickness Top...mm) of at 1/4″ (6 mm) thickness Left, right and bottom sides Raised portion of panel 1/8″ (3 mm) Freezer Door 35 29/32″ (91.2 cm) 26 3/32″ (66.3 cm) 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) Panels thicker than 1/4″...
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... basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - 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 improper installation is available at extra cost... Pencil Wire Cutters Tape measure 1/4″ Nut Driver Level 17 Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Be sure to leave these instructions...
... basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - 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 improper installation is available at extra cost... Pencil Wire Cutters Tape measure 1/4″ Nut Driver Level 17 Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Be sure to leave these instructions...
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...at least 2 screws to account for any countertop overhang, baseboard thickness and any clearance desired. models) WARNING Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator. 1 MEASURE CABINET OPENING AVAILABLE VS. Install Anti-Tip Bracket packed with a pencil, nail or awl. Injury to Install RH Holes... Bracket on the template sheet, approximately 71⁄4" from the edge of the sheet or the RH side of the refrigerator. Rear Wall W REFRIGERATOR Baseboard Thickness or Countertop Overhang (Whichever Is Greater) Plus Any Desired Clearance RH Side Front 2 LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP ...
...at least 2 screws to account for any countertop overhang, baseboard thickness and any clearance desired. models) WARNING Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator. 1 MEASURE CABINET OPENING AVAILABLE VS. Install Anti-Tip Bracket packed with a pencil, nail or awl. Injury to Install RH Holes... Bracket on the template sheet, approximately 71⁄4" from the edge of the sheet or the RH side of the refrigerator. Rear Wall W REFRIGERATOR Baseboard Thickness or Countertop Overhang (Whichever Is Greater) Plus Any Desired Clearance RH Side Front 2 LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP ...
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...: • For this special case, locate the 2 wall holes identified in Step 2. Wood Preferred Installation - B Locate the refrigerator's RH side and move back approximately in line with the RH side of each 1/2" O.D. Acceptable Screw Placement Locations Preferred Installation -...ANTI-TIP BRACKET INSTALLATION A WOOD Wall and Floor Construction: • Drill the appropriate number of 1/8" pilot holes in the center of the Refrigerator 2 Screws Floor Must Enter Bracket Wood or Metal Stud Wall Wall Plate Stud B CONCRETE Wall and Floor Construction: • Anchors required ...
...: • For this special case, locate the 2 wall holes identified in Step 2. Wood Preferred Installation - B Locate the refrigerator's RH side and move back approximately in line with the RH side of each 1/2" O.D. Acceptable Screw Placement Locations Preferred Installation -...ANTI-TIP BRACKET INSTALLATION A WOOD Wall and Floor Construction: • Drill the appropriate number of 1/8" pilot holes in the center of the Refrigerator 2 Screws Floor Must Enter Bracket Wood or Metal Stud Wall Wall Plate Stud B CONCRETE Wall and Floor Construction: • Anchors required ...
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...Remove the bottom freezer drawer. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 60...G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to the installation location. 20 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is not plugged into the installation location. Leave tape and all packaging on...
...Remove the bottom freezer drawer. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 60...G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to the installation location. 20 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is not plugged into the installation location. Leave tape and all packaging on...
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...cont.) A If you are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible. B If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the illustrations below will look like the connection...Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Tubing 21 4 PUT THE REFRIGERATOR IN PLACE Move the refrigerator to the power cord. Overtightening may need to pry open the clamp. 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker and dispenser models) Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house water supply) ...
...cont.) A If you are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible. B If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the illustrations below will look like the connection...Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Tubing 21 4 PUT THE REFRIGERATOR IN PLACE Move the refrigerator to the power cord. Overtightening may need to pry open the clamp. 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker and dispenser models) Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house water supply) ...
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... up and off of the handle with a mild detergent. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to prevent damaging the door. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE (For placement in the installation location or reversal of the fresh food door. on some models) Stainless steel...
... up and off of the handle with a mild detergent. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to prevent damaging the door. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE (For placement in the installation location or reversal of the fresh food door. on some models) Stainless steel...
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... stabilizing brake to fill the ice bin. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. It will take 2-3 days to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. See About the freezer section for instructions. Set the icemaker power switch to lower it reaches its... Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to operate until it . B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the I (on) position. CAUTION: To avoid possible personal injury or property damage, the leveling legs must be firmly touching...
... stabilizing brake to fill the ice bin. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. It will take 2-3 days to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. See About the freezer section for instructions. Set the icemaker power switch to lower it reaches its... Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to operate until it . B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the I (on) position. CAUTION: To avoid possible personal injury or property damage, the leveling legs must be firmly touching...