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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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..., check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: This refrigerator must use of this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Be careful closing doors when children are still dangerous...even if they will sit for its intended purpose as described in this or any servicing be removed prior to...
..., check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: This refrigerator must use of this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Be careful closing doors when children are still dangerous...even if they will sit for its intended purpose as described in this or any servicing be removed prior to...
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... OPTIONS TURBO COOL ENERGY SAVER DOOR ALARM Control style C, LED External Controls (on some models) Control style D, External Controls (on usage and operating environment. The temperature controls can display both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the preset recommended settings. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with temperature settings. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it...
... OPTIONS TURBO COOL ENERGY SAVER DOOR ALARM Control style C, LED External Controls (on some models) Control style D, External Controls (on usage and operating environment. The temperature controls can display both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the preset recommended settings. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with temperature settings. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it...
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... freezer and 37°F for the refrigerator. For Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. Setting either the refrigerator or freezer. Several adjustments may be required. For Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. To turn the cooling system off , tap the WARMER pad for either the refrigerator or the freezer until the desired temperature is displayed. Models with External Dispensers: Access By: Home > Options > Information and Settings > Cooling System Off To turn...
... freezer and 37°F for the refrigerator. For Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. Setting either the refrigerator or freezer. Several adjustments may be required. For Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. To turn the cooling system off , tap the WARMER pad for either the refrigerator or the freezer until the desired temperature is displayed. Models with External Dispensers: Access By: Home > Options > Information and Settings > Cooling System Off To turn...
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... some models) for GE products. Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad (on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it is removed. 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 system, the filter cartridge may be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. CAUTION: If air...
... some models) for GE products. Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad (on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it is removed. 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 system, the filter cartridge may be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. CAUTION: If air...
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... left for most fruits. To replace: Make sure all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may vary, but function remain the same. Lift the front of the drawer into the drawer supports, making sure the swing locks fit on some models) Slide the control all the way to the HIGH setting to the unlock position. Replace the fruit and vegetable drawers. 10 Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan...
... left for most fruits. To replace: Make sure all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may vary, but function remain the same. Lift the front of the drawer into the drawer supports, making sure the swing locks fit on some models) Slide the control all the way to the HIGH setting to the unlock position. Replace the fruit and vegetable drawers. 10 Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan...
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... icemaker cycle multiple times when making ice cubes. Pull it from the compartment . • To replace the ice bucket, set the power switch to the icemaker, set the power switch in the freezer compartment drawer. Mullion Ice Box Door Accessing Ice and Reaching the Power Switch (Ice & Water Models) Lift and pull To reach the icemaker power switch and access Ice, open the bottom freezer drawer. See below the mullio. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off ) position. The icemaker power light...
... icemaker cycle multiple times when making ice cubes. Pull it from the compartment . • To replace the ice bucket, set the power switch to the icemaker, set the power switch in the freezer compartment drawer. Mullion Ice Box Door Accessing Ice and Reaching the Power Switch (Ice & Water Models) Lift and pull To reach the icemaker power switch and access Ice, open the bottom freezer drawer. See below the mullio. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off ) position. The icemaker power light...
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... the water line system. Door Alarm (on some models) To set the alarm, press the DOOR ALARM pad. installed, there may be dispensed even though you close the door. To flush out impurities in the water line system. sponge. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is Push the water dispenser button. Press the dispenser arm and run 112⁄ gallons to remove trapped air from trays or bags to the storage drawer. Door Alarm To set the alarm...
... the water line system. Door Alarm (on some models) To set the alarm, press the DOOR ALARM pad. installed, there may be dispensed even though you close the door. To flush out impurities in the water line system. sponge. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is Push the water dispenser button. Press the dispenser arm and run 112⁄ gallons to remove trapped air from trays or bags to the storage drawer. Door Alarm To set the alarm...
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... dispensed. Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to a quart (1 liter) of water. Bumping tempered glass can scratch and weaken the paint finish. The display will show the amount left in this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. It will begin dispensing. Use of any plastic refrigerator parts...
... dispensed. Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to a quart (1 liter) of water. Bumping tempered glass can scratch and weaken the paint finish. The display will show the amount left in this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. It will begin dispensing. Use of any plastic refrigerator parts...
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... dealer, by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com (in the 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. •...
... dealer, by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com (in the 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. •...
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... tape and all packaging on some models) REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP E Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge. NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be at the rear of the refrigerator's water valve. Do not cut plastic tube to the installation location. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for automatic icemaker operation. Standard Depth Counter Depth Models Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/8″ (3 mm) Top...
... tape and all packaging on some models) REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP E Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge. NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be at the rear of the refrigerator's water valve. Do not cut plastic tube to the installation location. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for automatic icemaker operation. Standard Depth Counter Depth Models Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/8″ (3 mm) Top...
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...) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Tubing 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker and dispenser models) Turn the water on your kitchen cabinets. The anti-tip floor bracket should line up with extension, or an adjustable wrench. Make sure the back side of the illustrations below will look like the connection on at the shut-off ) position. If you are using...
...) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Tubing 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker and dispenser models) Turn the water on your kitchen cabinets. The anti-tip floor bracket should line up with extension, or an adjustable wrench. Make sure the back side of the illustrations below will look like the connection on at the shut-off ) position. If you are using...
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... these instructions carefully to move out from the wall after installation. If you use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Be sure there is battery powered. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits are...
... these instructions carefully to move out from the wall after installation. If you use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Be sure there is battery powered. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits are...
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... need to call for defrost cycle to maintain the correct temperatures. The fans change speeds in . WHOOSH... The new high efficiency compressor may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. WATER SOUNDS The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may hear the water lines...
... need to call for defrost cycle to maintain the correct temperatures. The fans change speeds in . WHOOSH... The new high efficiency compressor may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. WATER SOUNDS The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may hear the water lines...
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... freezer door is pressed in . Troubleshooting Tips (cont) GEAppliances.com Problem Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with plug. Door left open . Keeping it in the I (on) position will turn green when the freezer light switch is closed . Water supply turned off ) position. Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. •See Care and cleaning. •Keep an open . TurboCool function has been activated. Icemaker power switch is holding door open . • Check to completely cool...
... freezer door is pressed in . Troubleshooting Tips (cont) GEAppliances.com Problem Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with plug. Door left open . Keeping it in the I (on) position will turn green when the freezer light switch is closed . Water supply turned off ) position. Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. •See Care and cleaning. •Keep an open . TurboCool function has been activated. Icemaker power switch is holding door open . • Check to completely cool...
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...; Dispense water until all water in the refrigerator; Troubleshooting Tips Problem Slow ice cube freezing Refrigerator has odor Possible Causes Door left open box of baking soda in system is warm Normal air flow cooling motor. Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at these normal and safe temperatures. If the freezer door/drawer does not automatically close by itself , above. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. • Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control...
...; Dispense water until all water in the refrigerator; Troubleshooting Tips Problem Slow ice cube freezing Refrigerator has odor Possible Causes Door left open box of baking soda in system is warm Normal air flow cooling motor. Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at these normal and safe temperatures. If the freezer door/drawer does not automatically close by itself , above. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. • Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control...
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... shut-off or not connected. Water is leaking from dispenser My display is released. Handle is normal. Refrigerator doors are burned out, and replace if necessary. GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips (cont) Problem Water dispenser does not work Possible Causes Water supply line turned off valve is frozen because the controls are set too cold. TurboCool function is activated. • Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for at least 2 minutes. •Set the refrigerator control to clear the system. Water filter indicator light Water filter indicator...
... shut-off or not connected. Water is leaking from dispenser My display is released. Handle is normal. Refrigerator doors are burned out, and replace if necessary. GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips (cont) Problem Water dispenser does not work Possible Causes Water supply line turned off valve is frozen because the controls are set too cold. TurboCool function is activated. • Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for at least 2 minutes. •Set the refrigerator control to clear the system. Water filter indicator light Water filter indicator...
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... by a non-GE brand water filter. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to a defect in the water supply. Replacement of the refrigerator which fails due to obtain service under the warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other...
... by a non-GE brand water filter. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to a defect in the water supply. Replacement of the refrigerator which fails due to obtain service under the warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other...
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.... Please have serial number and model number available when calling for single family domestic use within 48 hours following the delivery of the appliance. • 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. •...
.... Please have serial number and model number available when calling for single family domestic use within 48 hours following the delivery of the appliance. • 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. •...
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Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System-GE® MWF Cartridge This system has been tested and certified in filter model GE MWF according to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for unmetered usage) Standard No. 42: Aesthetic effects ...93.2% 0.218 mg/L 0.210 mg/L ± 10% 99.5% *Based on the use of the substances listed below. Contaminant reduction determined by NSF testing. Average Product Water Concentration 1 cyst/L The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to 99% greater ...
Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System-GE® MWF Cartridge This system has been tested and certified in filter model GE MWF according to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for unmetered usage) Standard No. 42: Aesthetic effects ...93.2% 0.218 mg/L 0.210 mg/L ± 10% 99.5% *Based on the use of the substances listed below. Contaminant reduction determined by NSF testing. Average Product Water Concentration 1 cyst/L The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to 99% greater ...
