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...49-60539 02-08 JR 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 22-25...
...49-60539 02-08 JR 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 22-25...
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... plugged in. ■ Unplug the refrigerator before it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA certified (in the refrigerator. WARNING! If you are necessarily small. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. Be careful closing doors when children are damp or wet. DANGER! Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of this Owner's Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical...
... plugged in. ■ Unplug the refrigerator before it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA certified (in the refrigerator. WARNING! If you are necessarily small. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. Be careful closing doors when children are damp or wet. DANGER! Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of this Owner's Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical...
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... to the refrigerator. 4 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one increment at 5. 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 covering the digital temperature controls. Setting either or both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to...
... to the refrigerator. 4 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one increment at 5. 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 covering the digital temperature controls. Setting either or both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to...
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.... Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Remove the protective foil from the end of the cartridge. The icemaker will feel it "click" as it locks into place. Use caution when removing. The grip on some models) ge.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. Remove the cartridge by pressing in Canada should be replaced when the flow of water to the icemaker decreases, or every six months. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions...
.... Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Remove the protective foil from the end of the cartridge. The icemaker will feel it "click" as it locks into place. Use caution when removing. The grip on some models) ge.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. Remove the cartridge by pressing in Canada should be replaced when the flow of water to the icemaker decreases, or every six months. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions...
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.... Shelf Ice Bin To reach the power switch. See below for several cubes to be sure to replace the shelf. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is available at extra cost. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch in the O (off) position. Be sure nothing interferes with water. Always be joined together. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 10 The icemaker power light...
.... Shelf Ice Bin To reach the power switch. See below for several cubes to be sure to replace the shelf. If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is available at extra cost. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch in the O (off) position. Be sure nothing interferes with water. Always be joined together. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 10 The icemaker power light...
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... floor. Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to one quart (1 liter) of baking soda to the refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator straight...
... floor. Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to one quart (1 liter) of baking soda to the refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator straight...
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... to improper installation 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 through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to Consumer - Be sure to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Installation of the installer. • Product failure due to Installer - TOOLS YOU MAY NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″...
... to improper installation 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 through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to Consumer - Be sure to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Installation of the installer. • Product failure due to Installer - TOOLS YOU MAY NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″...
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... remove doors, skip Step A. D Move refrigerator to the refrigerator while transporting it on doors until the refrigerator is not a cold water supply, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. See Installing the Water Line section. Reinstall top hinge(s). NOTES: • Before making the connection to the installation location must be sure the refrigerator power cord is required for ease of "Removing the Doors" section. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for automatic icemaker operation...
... remove doors, skip Step A. D Move refrigerator to the refrigerator while transporting it on doors until the refrigerator is not a cold water supply, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. See Installing the Water Line section. Reinstall top hinge(s). NOTES: • Before making the connection to the installation location must be sure the refrigerator power cord is required for ease of "Removing the Doors" section. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for automatic icemaker operation...
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... in the refrigerator, make sure the icemaker power switch is set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor, and the front is raised just enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway. To adjust the leveling legs, turn with an icemaker, before plugging in position. You may cause leaks. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you are using copper tubing, place...
... in the refrigerator, make sure the icemaker power switch is set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor, and the front is raised just enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway. To adjust the leveling legs, turn with an icemaker, before plugging in position. You may cause leaks. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you are using copper tubing, place...
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... reversal is completed. NOTE: A replacement logo badge is included in the top of the door. Unplug the refrigerator from the cabinet. Then lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from inside the socket. D Carefully remove the door thimble from the socket in the hinge kit. Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with the inside door hinge pin hole located in the bottom...
... reversal is completed. NOTE: A replacement logo badge is included in the top of the door. Unplug the refrigerator from the cabinet. Then lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from inside the socket. D Carefully remove the door thimble from the socket in the hinge kit. Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with the inside door hinge pin hole located in the bottom...
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.... Installation Instructions REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Tape the doors shut with masking tape. 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) E Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the socket in the bottom of the door. D Using a 5/16″ socket ratchet/driver, remove the bolts securing the top hinge to the cabinet. Hinge Cover Top Hinge 3 REMOVE OPPOSITE DOOR Follow the same procedure on a non-scratching surface with the inside door hinge pin hole located...
.... Installation Instructions REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Tape the doors shut with masking tape. 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) E Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the socket in the bottom of the door. D Using a 5/16″ socket ratchet/driver, remove the bolts securing the top hinge to the cabinet. Hinge Cover Top Hinge 3 REMOVE OPPOSITE DOOR Follow the same procedure on a non-scratching surface with the inside door hinge pin hole located...
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..., do not hook up the water line to the refrigerator. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025). For other reverse osmosis water systems, follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with local plumbing code requirements. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is double insulated or grounded in hollow ice cubes. WHAT...
..., do not hook up the water line to the refrigerator. GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025). For other reverse osmosis water systems, follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with local plumbing code requirements. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is double insulated or grounded in hollow ice cubes. WHAT...
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... models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. These sounds are helping to maintain the correct temperatures. ■ The fans change speeds in order to the correct temperature. ■ The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. ■ Defrost timer snapping in , when the doors are opened frequently...
... models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. These sounds are helping to maintain the correct temperatures. ■ The fans change speeds in order to the correct temperature. ■ The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. ■ Defrost timer snapping in , when the doors are opened frequently...
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... connected. Icemaker power switch is not on . • This is normal when the freezer door is normal. • See About the controls. • See About the controls. • Set the temperature control one step colder. 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 operating time. Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Problem Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off the icemaker, remove...
... connected. Icemaker power switch is not on . • This is normal when the freezer door is normal. • See About the controls. • See About the controls. • Set the temperature control one step colder. 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 operating time. Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Problem Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off the icemaker, remove...
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... itself , above. Light bulb burned out or loose. • See Replacing the light bulbs. Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at a time. Interior needs cleaning. • Foods with strong odors should be expelled in the freezer 33 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Moisture forms on . • This is set cold enough. • Check to the air vent at these normal and safe temperatures. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Installation Instructions Problem Ice cubes have...
... itself , above. Light bulb burned out or loose. • See Replacing the light bulbs. Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at a time. Interior needs cleaning. • Foods with strong odors should be expelled in the freezer 33 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Moisture forms on . • This is set cold enough. • Check to the air vent at these normal and safe temperatures. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Installation Instructions Problem Ice cubes have...
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... instructions. Handle needs adjusting. • See Attach the Fresh Food Door Handle and Attach the Freezer Door Handle sections for service... Doors need realigning. • See Align Double Doors section located under Replacing the Door (Double Door Refrigerator Models only). Troubleshooting Tips Problem No ice cube production (on the end of the refrigerator the light bulbs are not even (on Double Door models only) Baskets stick or jam when opening or closing Possible Causes Supply line or shutoff valve is the door alarm...
... instructions. Handle needs adjusting. • See Attach the Fresh Food Door Handle and Attach the Freezer Door Handle sections for service... Doors need realigning. • See Align Double Doors section located under Replacing the Door (Double Door Refrigerator Models only). Troubleshooting Tips Problem No ice cube production (on the end of the refrigerator the light bulbs are not even (on Double Door models only) Baskets stick or jam when opening or closing Possible Causes Supply line or shutoff valve is the door alarm...
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... the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all labor and related service to replace the defective part in the sealed refrigerating system. Louisville, KY 40225 39 Staple your state's Attorney General. Thirty Days (Water filter, if included) From the original purchase date of the refrigerator Any part of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. During this limited thirty-day warranty, GE will also provide, free of the water filter cartridge which...
... the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all labor and related service to replace the defective part in the sealed refrigerating system. Louisville, KY 40225 39 Staple your state's Attorney General. Thirty Days (Water filter, if included) From the original purchase date of the refrigerator Any part of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. During this limited thirty-day warranty, GE will also provide, free of the water filter cartridge which...
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... care of product as listed in the owner's manual, proper setting of defects in material and workmanship. CUSTOMER WARRANTY (for customers in Canada) Your refrigerator is warranted to be provided in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe to provide. Damage due to abuse, accident, commercial use in Canada when the Refrigerator has been properly installed according to the instructions supplied...
... care of product as listed in the owner's manual, proper setting of defects in material and workmanship. CUSTOMER WARRANTY (for customers in Canada) Your refrigerator is warranted to be provided in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe to provide. Damage due to abuse, accident, commercial use in Canada when the Refrigerator has been properly installed according to the instructions supplied...
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... 60 psig; Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow. Special Notices Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in for unmetered usage) Parameter Chlorine T & O Particulate** USEPA MCL - - - Manufactured for the reduction of filter cartridges. Do not use with the product when shipped. Note that may vary. temp. This drinking water system must be installed and operated in water entering the system...
... 60 psig; Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow. Special Notices Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in for unmetered usage) Parameter Chlorine T & O Particulate** USEPA MCL - - - Manufactured for the reduction of filter cartridges. Do not use with the product when shipped. Note that may vary. temp. This drinking water system must be installed and operated in water entering the system...
Quick Specs
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... • Snack Pan - Bottom-Freezer Door Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Crown Doors with GE Reveal™ Lighting - Specification Revised 12/08 310657 Raised edges help contain spills to make clean up to automatically create cubed ice • BrightSpace™ Interior with Hidden Hinges -Step up quick and easy • Adjustable Gallon Door Bins - Significantly reduces operating noise • Model GDSC0KCX - GDSC0KCX GE® ENERGY STAR® 20.2 Cu. Ft. White on black • Model GDSC0KCX -
... • Snack Pan - Bottom-Freezer Door Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Crown Doors with GE Reveal™ Lighting - Specification Revised 12/08 310657 Raised edges help contain spills to make clean up to automatically create cubed ice • BrightSpace™ Interior with Hidden Hinges -Step up quick and easy • Adjustable Gallon Door Bins - Significantly reduces operating noise • Model GDSC0KCX - GDSC0KCX GE® ENERGY STAR® 20.2 Cu. Ft. White on black • Model GDSC0KCX -