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Bottom Freezer Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 10 Care and Cleaning 11, 12 Controls 4 Crispers and Pans 7 Freezer 8, 9 Replacing the Light Bulbs 13 Shelves and Bins 6 Water Filter 5 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 15-19 Installing the Water Line 28-30 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator... 14 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 25-27 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 20, 21 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 22...
Bottom Freezer Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 10 Care and Cleaning 11, 12 Controls 4 Crispers and Pans 7 Freezer 8, 9 Replacing the Light Bulbs 13 Shelves and Bins 6 Water Filter 5 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 15-19 Installing the Water Line 28-30 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator... 14 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 25-27 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 20, 21 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 22...
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... after each adjustment for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. 4 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film...
... after each adjustment for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. 4 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film...
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.... Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in on the tab at the front and pulling down . A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it locks into place. Close... system, the filter cartridge may drip down . Do not overtighten. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the water filter. (on some models) ge.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is removed. When to Replace the Filter The filter cartridge should consult the yellow pages...
.... Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in on the tab at the front and pulling down . A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it locks into place. Close... system, the filter cartridge may drip down . Do not overtighten. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the water filter. (on some models) ge.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is removed. When to Replace the Filter The filter cartridge should consult the yellow pages...
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Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the back and bring the shelf out. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. Tilt the shelf up , insert the top hook at the front. To ... Lift the shelf up ; Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on all models. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the shelves and bins. then pull out. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in the molded supports on the track. Not all items ...
Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the back and bring the shelf out. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. Tilt the shelf up , insert the top hook at the front. To ... Lift the shelf up ; Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on all models. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the shelves and bins. then pull out. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in the molded supports on the track. Not all items ...
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ge.com Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models) This pan can be wiped dry. To remove, slide the pan out to provide lower humidity levels recommended for your family's needs. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Snack Pan (on all models. Slide the control all the way to...Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the crispers and pans. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be moved to provide high humidity recommended for most useful location for most fruits.
ge.com Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models) This pan can be wiped dry. To remove, slide the pan out to provide lower humidity levels recommended for your family's needs. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Snack Pan (on all models. Slide the control all the way to...Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the crispers and pans. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be moved to provide high humidity recommended for most useful location for most fruits.
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... out of all 6 slide bracket tabs. When replacing the basket, make sure that it from the stop hooks on freezer drawer models: Open the freezer drawer until it down into the freezer. Lift the basket so that the basket goes under the stop hooks on each side. Lift the basket up at... the front to stick or jam when opening or closing. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the freezer drawer. (on some models) Not all features are on the drawer slides. The freezer basket rests on the inside tabs on all 6 slide bracket tabs before sliding back into the drawer. ...
... out of all 6 slide bracket tabs. When replacing the basket, make sure that it from the stop hooks on freezer drawer models: Open the freezer drawer until it down into the freezer. Lift the basket so that the basket goes under the stop hooks on each side. Lift the basket up at... the front to stick or jam when opening or closing. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the freezer drawer. (on some models) Not all features are on the drawer slides. The freezer basket rests on the inside tabs on all 6 slide bracket tabs before sliding back into the drawer. ...
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...-width wire shelf is not intended to stick or jam when opening or closing. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To replace 9 Freezer Shelf and Basket A full-width fixed wire shelf A full-width sliding wire basket NOTE: Do not fill basket higher than the rim.... To replace: Engage the shelf in place. Lift up ; To remove Non-Adjustable Shelf on all features are on Freezer Door To remove: Lift the shelf straight up the front of the basket. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the freezer compartment. (on some models) ge.com Not all...
...-width wire shelf is not intended to stick or jam when opening or closing. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support To replace 9 Freezer Shelf and Basket A full-width fixed wire shelf A full-width sliding wire basket NOTE: Do not fill basket higher than the rim.... To replace: Engage the shelf in place. Lift up ; To remove Non-Adjustable Shelf on all features are on Freezer Door To remove: Lift the shelf straight up the front of the basket. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the freezer compartment. (on some models) ge.com Not all...
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...switch. You will turn green when the freezer light switch is pressed in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for your refrigerator did not come already equipped with an ...automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is normal for how to the l (on some models) A newly installed refrigerator may ...
...switch. You will turn green when the freezer light switch is pressed in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for your refrigerator did not come already equipped with an ...automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is normal for how to the l (on some models) A newly installed refrigerator may ...
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...ge.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. These may cause them to a quart (1 liter) of water. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda in the dishwasher. Rinse and wipe dry. Unplug the refrigerator...glass can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Do not wipe the refrigerator with soapy water. Stainless steel (on some models) can erode the paint. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending... steel cleaner. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
...ge.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. These may cause them to a quart (1 liter) of water. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda in the dishwasher. Rinse and wipe dry. Unplug the refrigerator...glass can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Do not wipe the refrigerator with soapy water. Stainless steel (on some models) can erode the paint. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending... steel cleaner. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
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... don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front of the refrigerator. This could damage the refrigerator. Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may result in . Preparing to Move Secure all ... qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to the refrigerator. Lower the leveling legs until they touch the floor. All types of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips...
... don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front of the refrigerator. This could damage the refrigerator. Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may result in . Preparing to Move Secure all ... qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to the refrigerator. Lower the leveling legs until they touch the floor. All types of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips...
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... - Installation of the installer. • Product failure due to Consumer - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is not covered under...ge.com (in the Reversing the Door Swing section. • To remove the freezer drawer, 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 - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20...
... - Installation of the installer. • Product failure due to Consumer - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is not covered under...ge.com (in the Reversing the Door Swing section. • To remove the freezer drawer, 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 - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20...
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... Move refrigerator to the installation location. 15 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker models) A cold water supply is 34-1/2″ deep. Standard Depth Models Sides 1/8...top cap. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer or door. NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be safely moved indoors. ...refrigerator. Reinstall the original screws in the top and back of "Reversing the Door Swing" section. Refer to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section or Step 2 of the cap. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator...
... Move refrigerator to the installation location. 15 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker models) A cold water supply is 34-1/2″ deep. Standard Depth Models Sides 1/8...top cap. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer or door. NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be safely moved indoors. ...refrigerator. Reinstall the original screws in the top and back of "Reversing the Door Swing" section. Refer to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section or Step 2 of the cap. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator...
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... Clamp 1/4″ Copper Tubing 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker models) Turn the water on your refrigerator. If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using copper tubing, insert...
... Clamp 1/4″ Copper Tubing 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker models) Turn the water on your refrigerator. If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using copper tubing, insert...
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... located on the underside of the handle and slide the handle up and off of the mounting fasteners. REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLE (on some models): A REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Depress the tab on the underside of the handle with A a 3/16″ Allen wrench and transfer...fasteners need to the left side of the handles - A Plastic handle (on Mounting Fasteners (appearance may vary) the opposite door. 7 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A Loosen the set screws with a mild detergent. Installation Instructions 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE (For...
... located on the underside of the handle and slide the handle up and off of the mounting fasteners. REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLE (on some models): A REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Depress the tab on the underside of the handle with A a 3/16″ Allen wrench and transfer...fasteners need to the left side of the handles - A Plastic handle (on Mounting Fasteners (appearance may vary) the opposite door. 7 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A Loosen the set screws with a mild detergent. Installation Instructions 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE (For...
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...position. A Mounting Fasteners (appearance may vary) 9 ATTACH THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A Attach the handle firmly to the mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the bottom of handle A Mounting fasteners (appearance may vary) Plastic handle.... A (appearance may vary) 18 NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on back of the handle with the handle mounting fasteners. A Slots on the opposite door. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel ...
...position. A Mounting Fasteners (appearance may vary) 9 ATTACH THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A Attach the handle firmly to the mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the bottom of handle A Mounting fasteners (appearance may vary) Plastic handle.... A (appearance may vary) 18 NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on back of the handle with the handle mounting fasteners. A Slots on the opposite door. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel ...
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... head screws. 12 REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from tipping. See About the freezer section for instructions. It will take 2-3 days to the recommended setting. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. Installation Instructions 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs...
... head screws. 12 REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from tipping. See About the freezer section for instructions. It will take 2-3 days to the recommended setting. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. Installation Instructions 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs...
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.... Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET A Open the freezer drawer until it stops. Screw 20 Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed ) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through tight areas. Lift the basket up on...
.... Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET A Open the freezer drawer until it stops. Screw 20 Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed ) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through tight areas. Lift the basket up on...
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Installation Instructions REPLACING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) Two people may be required to complete this procedure. 1 ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES A Pull out the rail assemblies to the ... of the cabinet. 1 ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES (cont.) E Replace the screws on both rail assemblies. Slot 2 REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET Replace the lower freezer basket by lowering it into the slots on the sides of the drawer railings into the frame. Rail assembly C Insert the hooks at...
Installation Instructions REPLACING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) Two people may be required to complete this procedure. 1 ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES A Pull out the rail assemblies to the ... of the cabinet. 1 ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES (cont.) E Replace the screws on both rail assemblies. Slot 2 REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET Replace the lower freezer basket by lowering it into the slots on the sides of the drawer railings into the frame. Rail assembly C Insert the hooks at...
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...8226; Once door swing is finalized, ensure the logo badge is not reversible on stainless steel models. • Read the instructions all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with a putty knife, if necessary. Lift the door ...8243; socket ratchet/driver, remove the bolts securing the top hinge to avoid using them in the bottom of the refrigerator door by carefully prying it up . 22 Phillips Screwdriver Torx T-20 Driver F Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside the socket. Installation Instructions REVERSING...
...8226; Once door swing is finalized, ensure the logo badge is not reversible on stainless steel models. • Read the instructions all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with a putty knife, if necessary. Lift the door ...8243; socket ratchet/driver, remove the bolts securing the top hinge to avoid using them in the bottom of the refrigerator door by carefully prying it up . 22 Phillips Screwdriver Torx T-20 Driver F Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside the socket. Installation Instructions REVERSING...
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...: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet. C Make sure the gasket on top of the door. REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is aligned with the cabinet. TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″ and 10 mm Socket Ratchet/... pin thimble is on the back of the cabinet loosely with the holes in the bottom of the refrigerator door and then insert the top hinge pin. Installation Instructions 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. B Insert the door thimble into the hinge hole...
...: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet. C Make sure the gasket on top of the door. REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is aligned with the cabinet. TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″ and 10 mm Socket Ratchet/... pin thimble is on the back of the cabinet loosely with the holes in the bottom of the refrigerator door and then insert the top hinge pin. Installation Instructions 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. B Insert the door thimble into the hinge hole...