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...Bottom Refr igeratoFreezerrs GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12, 13 Controls 4 Crispers and Pans 8 Freezer 9, 10 Replacing the 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...
...Bottom Refr igeratoFreezerrs GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12, 13 Controls 4 Crispers and Pans 8 Freezer 9, 10 Replacing the 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...
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...IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. I Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in . Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: I Do not touch the cold surfaces in the area. However, if you are damp or wet. clearances between the doors and ...between the doors and cabinet are in the freezer compartment when hands are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. I Do not refreeze frozen foods which ...
...IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. I Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in . Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: I Do not touch the cold surfaces in the area. However, if you are damp or wet. clearances between the doors and ...between the doors and cabinet are in the freezer compartment when hands are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. I Do not refreeze frozen foods which ...
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...electric shock hazard from overheated wires. Never unplug your personal responsibility and obligation to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be plugged into its length or at either end. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that shows .... Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by pulling on the power cord. Do not use a cord that have it is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall ...
...electric shock hazard from overheated wires. Never unplug your personal responsibility and obligation to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be plugged into its length or at either end. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that shows .... Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by pulling on the power cord. Do not use a cord that have it is your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall ...
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... this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. 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 stabilize. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature...
... this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. 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 stabilize. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature...
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... the system, the filter cartridge may drip down . Remove the protective foil from the end of the refrigerator compartment. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Remove the cartridge by pressing in the back upper right corner...
... the system, the filter cartridge may drip down . Remove the protective foil from the end of the refrigerator compartment. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Remove the cartridge by pressing in the back upper right corner...
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... Replace the Filter The filter cartridge should consult the yellow pages for better flow from the end of the refrigerator compartment. A small amount of water may be replaced when the flow of water to allow for the nearest...Canada should be ejected as it to the left. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. (on 22 and 23 models only) Cartridge Holder Cartridge Holder Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. ...Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
... Replace the Filter The filter cartridge should consult the yellow pages for better flow from the end of the refrigerator compartment. A small amount of water may be replaced when the flow of water to allow for the nearest...Canada should be ejected as it to the left. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. (on 22 and 23 models only) Cartridge Holder Cartridge Holder Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. ...Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
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To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in a slot on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the front. Tilt the shelf up , insert the ...shelf locks into place. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in place. then pull out. To replace: Engage the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are on the door and push down. GEAppliances.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on the ...
To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in a slot on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the front. Tilt the shelf up , insert the ...shelf locks into place. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in place. then pull out. To replace: Engage the shelf in the refrigerator compartment are on the door and push down. GEAppliances.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on the ...
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... switch is pressed in or when the freezer door is available at extra cost. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. Be sure nothing interferes with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is closed. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set... the power switch in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. NOTE...
... switch is pressed in or when the freezer door is available at extra cost. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. Be sure nothing interferes with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is closed. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set... the power switch in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. NOTE...
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... products can cause it to shatter. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of the refrigerator. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Dry with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may leave .... Rinse and wipe dry. Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with a soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with soapy water. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches...Handle glass shelves carefully. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
... products can cause it to shatter. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of the refrigerator. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Dry with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may leave .... Rinse and wipe dry. Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with a soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with soapy water. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches...Handle glass shelves carefully. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
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... items such as base grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it to position by taping them securely in an upright position during moving the refrigerator away from the sides of water. This could damage the refrigerator. Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences...of baking soda to flooding. Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. When using a hand truck to the refrigerator. Handle only from the wall. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ...
... items such as base grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it to position by taping them securely in an upright position during moving the refrigerator away from the sides of water. This could damage the refrigerator. Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences...of baking soda to flooding. Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front of the refrigerator against the hand truck. Clean the interior with embossed surfaces. When using a hand truck to the refrigerator. Handle only from the wall. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ...
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.... To remove the light shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to the light circuit. Refrigerator Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. After replacing with an appliance ...bulb of the freezer inside a light shield. Unplug the refrigerator. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
.... To remove the light shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to the light circuit. Refrigerator Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. After replacing with an appliance ...bulb of the freezer inside a light shield. Unplug the refrigerator. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
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.... • Product failure due to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com...To remove the refrigerator door, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20, 22 and 23 Questions? Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes...
.... • Product failure due to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com...To remove the refrigerator door, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20, 22 and 23 Questions? Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes...
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...Swing" section or Steps 1 and 2 of the refrigerator. Do not cut plastic tube to remove doors, skip Step A. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer or door. D Move refrigerator to the installation location. 16 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker models) A ... If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. A Locate and remove the two Phillips head screws on doors until the refrigerator is not necessary to install filter. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer or door....
...Swing" section or Steps 1 and 2 of the refrigerator. Do not cut plastic tube to remove doors, skip Step A. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer or door. D Move refrigerator to the installation location. 16 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker models) A ... If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. A Locate and remove the two Phillips head screws on doors until the refrigerator is not necessary to install filter. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer or door....
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...the clamp. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. You may cause leaks. Installation Instructions 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are already assembled to the tubing. If you are using copper tubing, place... a compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the refrigerator, as far as possible. B If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the clamp provided to lower it in the...
...the clamp. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. You may cause leaks. Installation Instructions 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are already assembled to the tubing. If you are using copper tubing, place... a compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the refrigerator, as far as possible. B If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the clamp provided to lower it in the...
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... handle. NOTE: Use a flat plastic edge to be tightened or removed, use a 3/16″ Allen wrench. 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. Remove any adhesive... set screws located on the logo badge prior to carefully attaching the badge to (appearance may vary) the opposite door. 7 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A Loosen the set screws with A a 3/16″ Allen wrench and transfer Mounting Fasteners ...
... handle. NOTE: Use a flat plastic edge to be tightened or removed, use a 3/16″ Allen wrench. 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. Remove any adhesive... set screws located on the logo badge prior to carefully attaching the badge to (appearance may vary) the opposite door. 7 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel and plastic handles: A Loosen the set screws with A a 3/16″ Allen wrench and transfer Mounting Fasteners ...
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...to deliver enough water to the recommended setting. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to fill the ice bin. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. It will not begin operation automatically. C Replace the base grille by removing the two ...and does not wobble. 2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to operate until it . The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from the freezer baskets. A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. 12 REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove ...
...to deliver enough water to the recommended setting. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to fill the ice bin. C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. It will not begin operation automatically. C Replace the base grille by removing the two ...and does not wobble. 2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to operate until it . The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from the freezer baskets. A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. 12 REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove ...
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... both sides of the drawer. 2 REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT (cont.) B Lift up on a frame inside the freezer drawer. C Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up at the back. 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...
... both sides of the drawer. 2 REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT (cont.) B Lift up on a frame inside the freezer drawer. C Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up at the back. 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...
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...thimble remains on the hinge pin or inside door hinge pin hole located 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... the door off the center hinge pin. To order a reversible door hinge kit in the bottom of the refrigerator door by carefully prying it up . 23 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with a putty knife, if necessary. Customers in Canada should...
...thimble remains on the hinge pin or inside door hinge pin hole located 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... the door off the center hinge pin. To order a reversible door hinge kit in the bottom of the refrigerator door by carefully prying it up . 23 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with a putty knife, if necessary. Customers in Canada should...
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...; socket ratchet/driver, install the leveling leg bracket on the right side of the refrigerator. B Straighten the door and line it extends through the hinge bracket and into the freezer door. 25 Installation Instructions 5 INSTALL BOTTOM HINGE AND LEVELING LEG A Using a 1/2″ socket ratchet/driver, install the hinge... pin and nut in the opposite hole on the hinge bracket with leveling leg. 6 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER DOOR STOPS A Remove the door stop with the holes in the bottom of the door. B Move the plastic hinge hole thimble to Remove the Fresh Food Door Handle ...
...; socket ratchet/driver, install the leveling leg bracket on the right side of the refrigerator. B Straighten the door and line it extends through the hinge bracket and into the freezer door. 25 Installation Instructions 5 INSTALL BOTTOM HINGE AND LEVELING LEG A Using a 1/2″ socket ratchet/driver, install the hinge... pin and nut in the opposite hole on the hinge bracket with leveling leg. 6 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER DOOR STOPS A Remove the door stop with the holes in the bottom of the door. B Move the plastic hinge hole thimble to Remove the Fresh Food Door Handle ...
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... in the door. B Insert the door thimble into the hinge hole on the center hinge pin or inside door hinge pin hole located in the bottom of the cabinet loosely with the holes in place, tighten the top hinge bolts. Support the door on the handle side and make sure the... and the gap between the doors is not folded. Attach the hinge to the door. 26 C Make sure the gasket on the back of the refrigerator door and then insert the top hinge pin. Apply pressure to the badge to ensure it sticks to the top of the door. Ensure that...
... in the door. B Insert the door thimble into the hinge hole on the center hinge pin or inside door hinge pin hole located in the bottom of the cabinet loosely with the holes in place, tighten the top hinge bolts. Support the door on the handle side and make sure the... and the gap between the doors is not folded. Attach the hinge to the door. 26 C Make sure the gasket on the back of the refrigerator door and then insert the top hinge pin. Apply pressure to the badge to ensure it sticks to the top of the door. Ensure that...