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... Icemaker 12 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 Filter 6, 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 17-21 Installing the Water Line 30-32 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 16 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 22, 23 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 24-26 Troubleshooting Tips 33-37 Normal Operating Sounds 33 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover...
... Icemaker 12 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 Filter 6, 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 17-21 Installing the Water Line 30-32 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 16 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 22, 23 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 24-26 Troubleshooting Tips 33-37 Normal Operating Sounds 33 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover...
Installation Instructions
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... shelves in . Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs. Skin may not easily climb inside. If you must use an extension cord, it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA certified (in place so that the electrical rating of the cord be performed by a qualified individual. Setting either or both controls to 0 (off) does not remove power to the light...
... shelves in . Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs. Skin may not easily climb inside. If you must use an extension cord, it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA certified (in place so that the electrical rating of the cord be performed by a qualified individual. Setting either or both controls to 0 (off) does not remove power to the light...
Installation Instructions
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... either the refrigerator or the freezer until the desired temperature is displayed. The display will return to OFF stops cooling in the refrigerator and freezer. To turn the unit back on -the-Door Models: FIG. FIG. For Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. The actual temperature may be required. "A" To change the temperature, press either the WARMER or COLDER pad until the display shows OFF. The SET TEMP light will come...
... either the refrigerator or the freezer until the desired temperature is displayed. The display will return to OFF stops cooling in the refrigerator and freezer. To turn the unit back on -the-Door Models: FIG. FIG. For Controls Inside the Refrigerator: Opening the door displays the actual temperature. The actual temperature may be required. "A" To change the temperature, press either the WARMER or COLDER pad until the display shows OFF. The SET TEMP light will come...
Installation Instructions
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.... Filter Model MWF Customers in the back upper right corner of the cartridge. Remove the protective foil from the dispenser immediately after installation. When the cartridge is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on the temperature display. When to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Use caution when removing. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may drip down on the cartridge. The icemaker will feel it "click" as it stops. Do not overtighten. See To Use the Dispenser section...
.... Filter Model MWF Customers in the back upper right corner of the cartridge. Remove the protective foil from the dispenser immediately after installation. When the cartridge is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on the temperature display. When to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Use caution when removing. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may drip down on the cartridge. The icemaker will feel it "click" as it stops. Do not overtighten. See To Use the Dispenser section...
Installation Instructions
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Open the cartridge cover by slowly rotating it locks into place. The icemaker will feel it "click" as it stops. Remove the cartridge by pressing in on 20 models only) GEAppliances.com Water Filter Cartridge Filter Bypass Plug The water filter cartridge is properly installed, you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one. Do not overtighten. You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is removed. A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Use caution when removing. When the...
Open the cartridge cover by slowly rotating it locks into place. The icemaker will feel it "click" as it stops. Remove the cartridge by pressing in on 20 models only) GEAppliances.com Water Filter Cartridge Filter Bypass Plug The water filter cartridge is properly installed, you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one. Do not overtighten. You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is removed. A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Use caution when removing. When the...
Installation Instructions
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... when making ice. Always be cleaned periodically by wiping with the sweep of water. water system. Power Switch Green Power Light Icemaker Feeler Arm Automatic Icemaker (on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the dispenser cradle. When the refrigerator has been connected to fill the Hold the glass against the top of door openings and other use conditions. If ice is shut off ) position. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. To flush out impurities in the water line...
... when making ice. Always be cleaned periodically by wiping with the sweep of water. water system. Power Switch Green Power Light Icemaker Feeler Arm Automatic Icemaker (on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the dispenser cradle. When the refrigerator has been connected to fill the Hold the glass against the top of door openings and other use conditions. If ice is shut off ) position. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. To flush out impurities in the water line...
Installation Instructions
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... to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4" Nut Driver Level 16 Installation of the installer. • Product failure due to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. 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 Installer - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is...
... to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4" Nut Driver Level 16 Installation of the installer. • Product failure due to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. 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 Installer - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is...
Installation Instructions
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.... 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. NOTE: Ensure the door is properly aligned to the case top to avoid readjustment of the cap. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. If passageways are less than 36", the refrigerator doors and handles can be removed to allow the refrigerator to provide one if your refrigerator does not have a water filter...
.... 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. NOTE: Ensure the door is properly aligned to the case top to avoid readjustment of the cap. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. If passageways are less than 36", the refrigerator doors and handles can be removed to allow the refrigerator to provide one if your refrigerator does not have a water filter...
Installation Instructions
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... location. 5 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR Adjustable legs at the front corners of the refrigerator should be set to the O (off) position. B If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are already assembled to lower it in the refrigerator, make sure the icemaker power switch is set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor, and the front is hand tight. You may cause leaks. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR...
... location. 5 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR Adjustable legs at the front corners of the refrigerator should be set to the O (off) position. B If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are already assembled to lower it in the refrigerator, make sure the icemaker power switch is set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor, and the front is hand tight. You may cause leaks. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR...
Installation Instructions
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... water supply to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is with local plumbing code requirements. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in hollow ice cubes. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are cut square. Approved plastic water supply lines are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the back of expensive water damage. For other reverse osmosis water systems, follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Follow these instructions carefully to the hot water line. Water hammer (water...
... water supply to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is with local plumbing code requirements. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in hollow ice cubes. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are cut square. Approved plastic water supply lines are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the back of expensive water damage. For other reverse osmosis water systems, follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Follow these instructions carefully to the hot water line. Water hammer (water...
Installation Instructions
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... the control to the refrigerator or freezer compartments. This is added to a temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the ice bucket. On models with an icemaker, after dispenser button is first plugged in 0 (off) position. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Refrigerator is tripped. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Problem Refrigerator does not operate Possible Causes Refrigerator in , when the doors are opened frequently or...
... the control to the refrigerator or freezer compartments. This is added to a temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the ice bucket. On models with an icemaker, after dispenser button is first plugged in 0 (off) position. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Refrigerator is tripped. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Problem Refrigerator does not operate Possible Causes Refrigerator in , when the doors are opened frequently or...
Installation Instructions
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... hollow cubes Automatic icemaker (on ) position, but the water supply to see if package is holding door open . Icemaker power switch is first plugged in icemaker. (Green power light on icemaker blinking.) Icemaker light is not on and off ) position. Freezer compartment too warm. The icemaker power light will damage the water valve. • 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...
... hollow cubes Automatic icemaker (on ) position, but the water supply to see if package is holding door open . Icemaker power switch is first plugged in icemaker. (Green power light on icemaker blinking.) Icemaker light is not on and off ) position. Freezer compartment too warm. The icemaker power light will damage the water valve. • 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...
Installation Instructions
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... About the controls. Light bulb burned out or loose. • See Replacing the light bulbs. Door/drawer does not Leveling legs need adjusting. • See Installing the Refrigerator. Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. Orange glow in the refrigerator; Slow ice cube freezing Door left open box of baking soda in the freezer Defrost heater is normal. 35 Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at the back of the refrigerator. If the freezer door/drawer does...
... About the controls. Light bulb burned out or loose. • See Replacing the light bulbs. Door/drawer does not Leveling legs need adjusting. • See Installing the Refrigerator. Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. Orange glow in the refrigerator; Slow ice cube freezing Door left open box of baking soda in the freezer Defrost heater is normal. 35 Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at the back of the refrigerator. If the freezer door/drawer does...
Installation Instructions
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...; Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. • Remove and reinstall filter cartridge, being held under the dispenser long enough after the button is replenished. replenished. Water filter clogged. Water filter clogged. Water may be positioned vertically. Before you call for at least 2 minutes. • Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting and wait 24 hours. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser Possible...
...; Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. • Remove and reinstall filter cartridge, being held under the dispenser long enough after the button is replenished. replenished. Water filter clogged. Water filter clogged. Water may be positioned vertically. Before you call for at least 2 minutes. • Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting and wait 24 hours. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser Possible...
Installation Instructions
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... basket or remove any product that you need realigning. • See Align Double Doors section located under Replacing the Door (Double Door Refrigerator Models only). GEAppliances.com Problem My display is showing Water filter indicator light changed color Water filter indicator light remains red even after replacing the water filter Water filter indicator light is not lit Handle is loose / handle has a gap Refrigerator beeping Control setting is not lit Refrigerator doors are not even (on Double Door models only) Baskets stick or jam when opening or...
... basket or remove any product that you need realigning. • See Align Double Doors section located under Replacing the Door (Double Door Refrigerator Models only). GEAppliances.com Problem My display is showing Water filter indicator light changed color Water filter indicator light remains red even after replacing the water filter Water filter indicator light is not lit Handle is loose / handle has a gap Refrigerator beeping Control setting is not lit Refrigerator doors are not even (on Double Door models only) Baskets stick or jam when opening or...
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..., or used for service. Proof of the refrigerator which fails due to replace the defective part. 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 original purchase date is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in the water supply. Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge...
..., or used for service. Proof of the refrigerator which fails due to replace the defective part. 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 original purchase date is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in the water supply. Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge...
Installation Instructions
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.... Components repaired or replaced are warranted through the remainder of defects in material and workmanship. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: • Owner is responsible to pay for service calls related to product installation and/or teaching how to use and care of product as listed in the owner's manual, proper setting of controls. • Product not accessible to provide. CUSTOMER WARRANTY (for customers in Canada) Your refrigerator is...
.... Components repaired or replaced are warranted through the remainder of defects in material and workmanship. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: • Owner is responsible to pay for service calls related to product installation and/or teaching how to use and care of product as listed in the owner's manual, proper setting of controls. • Product not accessible to provide. CUSTOMER WARRANTY (for customers in Canada) Your refrigerator is...
Installation Instructions
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... Installation Manual for this ¿lter system is microbiologically unsafe or of substances listed below 33ºF (0.6ºC). • must install a pressure-limiting valve. Note: While the testing was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to check for Warranty information. WARNING To reduce the risk associated with all users' water. The maximum operating water temperature of contaminants: • Do not use MUST...
... Installation Manual for this ¿lter system is microbiologically unsafe or of substances listed below 33ºF (0.6ºC). • must install a pressure-limiting valve. Note: While the testing was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to check for Warranty information. WARNING To reduce the risk associated with all users' water. The maximum operating water temperature of contaminants: • Do not use MUST...
Installation Instructions
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... may be maintained according to manufacturer's instructions, including replacement of cyst, lead, Lindane, Atrazine and turbidity. Special Notices Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in Particles/ml. pressure of 7.5 ± 0.5; Particles used on disinfected water that is microbiologically unsafe or of the indicated substances in water entering the system was performed under standard laboratory...
... may be maintained according to manufacturer's instructions, including replacement of cyst, lead, Lindane, Atrazine and turbidity. Special Notices Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in Particles/ml. pressure of 7.5 ± 0.5; Particles used on disinfected water that is microbiologically unsafe or of the indicated substances in water entering the system was performed under standard laboratory...
Quick Specs
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... and easy to find • U pfront temperature controls with water filtration system - Easy-to automatically create filtered ice • 2 adjustable-humidity drawers and 1 full-width adjustable-temperature drawer • M ulti-level freezer baskets - French-Door Refrigerator Features and Benefits • 3 3" wide • Internal water dispenser with - Stainless steel CNE22SSE Specification Revised 11/14 Refrigerator comes ready to -reach controls display accurate temperatures • A dvanced water filtration uses MWF replacement filter • Model CNS23SSHSS -
... and easy to find • U pfront temperature controls with water filtration system - Easy-to automatically create filtered ice • 2 adjustable-humidity drawers and 1 full-width adjustable-temperature drawer • M ulti-level freezer baskets - French-Door Refrigerator Features and Benefits • 3 3" wide • Internal water dispenser with - Stainless steel CNE22SSE Specification Revised 11/14 Refrigerator comes ready to -reach controls display accurate temperatures • A dvanced water filtration uses MWF replacement filter • Model CNS23SSHSS -