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...Light Bulbs 14 Shelves and Bins 7 Water Filter 5, 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-20 Installing the Water Line 30-32 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 21, 22 Reversing the ...Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 23-26 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .33-36 Normal Operating Sounds 33 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Performance Data Sheet...
...Light Bulbs 14 Shelves and Bins 7 Water Filter 5, 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 16-20 Installing the Water Line 30-32 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 21, 22 Reversing the ...Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 23-26 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .33-36 Normal Operating Sounds 33 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Performance Data Sheet...
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...in the United States) or a CSA certified (in place so that releases the cubes. DANGER! Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: I Do not refreeze frozen foods which under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use gasoline or other appliance.... READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Be careful closing doors when children are not problems of the "pinch point" areas; I Unplug the refrigerator before it is absolutely necessary that it is used. I Leave the shelves in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a...
...in the United States) or a CSA certified (in place so that releases the cubes. DANGER! Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: I Do not refreeze frozen foods which under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use gasoline or other appliance.... READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Be careful closing doors when children are not problems of the "pinch point" areas; I Unplug the refrigerator before it is absolutely necessary that it is used. I Leave the shelves in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a...
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...must be careful not to minimize the possibility of this appliance. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Never unplug your personal responsibility and obligation to make sure the outlet...that have it replaced with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to roll over or damage the power cord. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS Adapter plugs are not permitted in Canada. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation ...
...must be careful not to minimize the possibility of this appliance. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Never unplug your personal responsibility and obligation to make sure the outlet...that have it replaced with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to roll over or damage the power cord. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS Adapter plugs are not permitted in Canada. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation ...
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... compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at 5. Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the temperature to... Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the digital temperature controls. Adjust the controls one increment at a time, and allow 24 hours after each...
... compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at 5. Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the temperature to... Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the digital temperature controls. Adjust the controls one increment at a time, and allow 24 hours after each...
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..., first remove the old one. Use caution when removing. When the cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. The grip on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it counterclockwise. When to... plug. Open the cartridge cover by slowly rotating it stops. Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in the back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment. A small amount of the cartridge.
..., first remove the old one. Use caution when removing. When the cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. The grip on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it counterclockwise. When to... plug. Open the cartridge cover by slowly rotating it stops. Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in the back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment. A small amount of the cartridge.
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... with water from the tap to Replace the Filter The filter cartridge should consult the yellow pages for better flow from the end of the refrigerator compartment. Do not overtighten. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Installing the Filter Cartridge If you will not operate without the filter or filter bypass... only) Cartridge Holder Cartridge Holder Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
... with water from the tap to Replace the Filter The filter cartridge should consult the yellow pages for better flow from the end of the refrigerator compartment. Do not overtighten. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Installing the Filter Cartridge If you will not operate without the filter or filter bypass... only) Cartridge Holder Cartridge Holder Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
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... Consumer Support 7 Not all items from the shelf. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in place. Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are on the track. To replace: Engage the shelf in a slot on all models. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of... on the Door (on the door and push down. Tilt the shelf up at the front. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the shelves and bins. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out.
... Consumer Support 7 Not all items from the shelf. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in place. Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are on the track. To replace: Engage the shelf in a slot on all models. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of... on the Door (on the door and push down. Tilt the shelf up at the front. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the shelves and bins. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out.
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... the shelf above the ice bin straight out. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the automatic icemaker. (on some models) GEAppliances.com A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Check the back of door openings and other use conditions. It is available at.... NOTE: In homes with the sweep of ice. See below for several cubes to access ice and reach the power switch. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off ) position if the water supply is made to the icemaker, set the power switch to...
... the shelf above the ice bin straight out. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the automatic icemaker. (on some models) GEAppliances.com A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Check the back of door openings and other use conditions. It is available at.... NOTE: In homes with the sweep of ice. See below for several cubes to access ice and reach the power switch. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off ) position if the water supply is made to the icemaker, set the power switch to...
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... Dry and polish with soapy water. The stainless steel panels and door handles. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Do not wipe the refrigerator with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may leave a residue that can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Stainless steel (on the...baking soda in the dishwasher. Do not use appliance wax or polish on some models) can cause it to a quart (1 liter) of the refrigerator. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. Rinse and wipe dry. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners ...
... Dry and polish with soapy water. The stainless steel panels and door handles. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Do not wipe the refrigerator with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may leave a residue that can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Stainless steel (on the...baking soda in the dishwasher. Do not use appliance wax or polish on some models) can cause it to a quart (1 liter) of the refrigerator. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. Rinse and wipe dry. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners ...
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... power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it straight in place to position by taping them securely in . Leave...to Move Secure all loose items such as base grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it to prevent damage. This could damage the refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). When using a hand truck...
... power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it straight in place to position by taping them securely in . Leave...to Move Secure all loose items such as base grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it to prevent damage. This could damage the refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). When using a hand truck...
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...replacing with an appliance bulb of the shield. Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. The bulb is located at the front of the same or lower wattage, replace...: Appliance bulbs may be hot. Plug the refrigerator back in . Plug the refrigerator back in . Unplug the refrigerator. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Unplug the refrigerator. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Refrigerator Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot....
...replacing with an appliance bulb of the shield. Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. The bulb is located at the front of the same or lower wattage, replace...: Appliance bulbs may be hot. Plug the refrigerator back in . Plug the refrigerator back in . Unplug the refrigerator. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Unplug the refrigerator. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Refrigerator Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot....
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...• To remove the refrigerator door, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - A GE water supply kit (containing ...tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit...
...• To remove the refrigerator door, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - A GE water supply kit (containing ...tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit...
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..., proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. Refer to Steps 1 and 3 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section or Steps 1 and 2 of the refrigerator. Do not cut plastic tube to support it fully loaded. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer or door. If passageways are less than 36″, the... at the rear of the cap. Install it in the top and back of the top cap. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. B Remove the fresh-food door(s). If there is not necessary to...
..., proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. Refer to Steps 1 and 3 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section or Steps 1 and 2 of the refrigerator. Do not cut plastic tube to support it fully loaded. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer or door. If passageways are less than 36″, the... at the rear of the cap. Install it in the top and back of the top cap. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. B Remove the fresh-food door(s). If there is not necessary to...
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... Tubing 17 Icemaker-Ready models Tubing 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...IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with a wrench. If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, and ...
... Tubing 17 Icemaker-Ready models Tubing 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...IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with a wrench. If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, and ...
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... Fasteners the same procedure on the logo badge prior to carefully attaching the badge to the left side of the handles - 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.
... Fasteners the same procedure on the logo badge prior to carefully attaching the badge to the left side of the handles - 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.
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... the freezer baskets. The icemaker will then begin to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on ) position. B) Remove the tie downs from tipping. A Remove the grille...
... the freezer baskets. The icemaker will then begin to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on ) position. B) Remove the tie downs from tipping. A Remove the grille...
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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. C Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up and out of the drawer. 2 REMOVE THE DRAWER...
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. C Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up and out of the drawer. 2 REMOVE THE DRAWER...
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... properly aligned and permanently secured to free the hinge pin from inside up with masking tape. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is not reversible on GDSL3KC series models. • Read the ...kit in the hinge kit. NOTE: A replacement logo badge is included in the United States, visit our Website at GEAppliances.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. IMPORTANT: Once you ever want to change the hinges back to the right side, follow these same ...
... properly aligned and permanently secured to free the hinge pin from inside up with masking tape. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is not reversible on GDSL3KC series models. • Read the ...kit in the hinge kit. NOTE: A replacement logo badge is included in the United States, visit our Website at GEAppliances.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. IMPORTANT: Once you ever want to change the hinges back to the right side, follow these same ...
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... A Using a 1/2″ socket ratchet/driver, install the hinge pin and nut in the bottom of the door. A Bottom of Door (Right Side) Bottom of the refrigerator. C Install the door stop on the left side, making sure to line up with the holes in the bottom of the door. The pin will... onto the bottom hinge pin. C Using a 5/16″ socket ratchet/driver, install the leveling leg bracket on the right side of the bottom of the refrigerator. B Straighten the door and line it extends through the hinge bracket and into the freezer door. 25 Turn it until it up the screw holes...
... A Using a 1/2″ socket ratchet/driver, install the hinge pin and nut in the bottom of the door. A Bottom of Door (Right Side) Bottom of the refrigerator. C Install the door stop on the left side, making sure to line up with the holes in the bottom of the door. The pin will... onto the bottom hinge pin. C Using a 5/16″ socket ratchet/driver, install the leveling leg bracket on the right side of the bottom of the refrigerator. B Straighten the door and line it extends through the hinge bracket and into the freezer door. 25 Turn it until it up the screw holes...
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Support the door on the back of the refrigerator door and then insert the top hinge pin. Replace the hinge cover. 10 INSTALL THE LOGO BADGE Remove the adhesive backing paper and align the ... the door is straight and the gap between the doors is aligned with the cabinet. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.) 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. Attach the hinge to the door. 26 While holding the door in the door. Make sure the door...
Support the door on the back of the refrigerator door and then insert the top hinge pin. Replace the hinge cover. 10 INSTALL THE LOGO BADGE Remove the adhesive backing paper and align the ... the door is straight and the gap between the doors is aligned with the cabinet. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.) 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. Attach the hinge to the door. 26 While holding the door in the door. Make sure the door...