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...the right side, near the top of California Water Treatment Device Certificate 42 Warranty for Canadian Customers 40 Warranty for U.S. 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 ... 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 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . ...
...the right side, near the top of California Water Treatment Device Certificate 42 Warranty for Canadian Customers 40 Warranty for U.S. 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 ... 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 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . ...
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... rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are damp or wet. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of this Owner...'s Manual. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: ■ Take off the doors. ■ Leave the shelves in accordance with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and...
... rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are damp or wet. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of this Owner...'s Manual. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: ■ Take off the doors. ■ Leave the shelves in accordance with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and...
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.... The power cord of electric shock hazard from the outlet. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! Never unplug your personal responsibility and obligation to roll over or damage... the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance is properly grounded. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its length...
.... The power cord of electric shock hazard from the outlet. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com WARNING! Never unplug your personal responsibility and obligation to roll over or damage... the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance is properly grounded. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its length...
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... to reach the temperature you have set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at a time, and allow 24 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to stabilize. Setting either or both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off... electrical power to the refrigerator. 4 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Initially, set . Adjust the controls one...
... to reach the temperature you have set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at a time, and allow 24 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to stabilize. Setting either or both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off... electrical power to the refrigerator. 4 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Initially, set . Adjust the controls one...
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... (on some models) ge.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of water may be positioned vertically. Open the cartridge cover by slowly rotating it is removed. A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. CAUTION: If air...The icemaker will feel it "click" as it counterclockwise. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 The grip on the cartridge and the cartridge ...
... (on some models) ge.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of water may be positioned vertically. Open the cartridge cover by slowly rotating it is removed. A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. CAUTION: If air...The icemaker will feel it "click" as it counterclockwise. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 The grip on the cartridge and the cartridge ...
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...the Shelves Shelves in the same manner. To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the back of the shelf locks into place. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in a slot...Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Not all items from the shelf. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in the refrigerator compartment are on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the front. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the shelves and ...
...the Shelves Shelves in the same manner. To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the back of the shelf locks into place. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all features are adjustable. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in a slot...Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Not all items from the shelf. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in the refrigerator compartment are on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the front. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the shelves and ...
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... access ice, simply pull the bin forward. When the bin fills to the level of ice to allow the water line to clear. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. NOTE: Set the power switch to the O (off) position if the water supply is normal... for your refrigerator did not come already equipped with water when it cools to 15°F (-10°C). See below for how to replace the shelf. The icemaker...
... access ice, simply pull the bin forward. When the bin fills to the level of ice to allow the water line to clear. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. NOTE: Set the power switch to the O (off) position if the water supply is normal... for your refrigerator did not come already equipped with water when it cools to 15°F (-10°C). See below for how to replace the shelf. The icemaker...
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...ge.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to break. Bumping tempered glass can be cleaned with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator...Keep the outside clean. Dry and polish with a soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. These may cause them to a quart (1 liter) of the refrigerator. The stainless steel panels and door handles. Stainless steel (on some models) can cause...
...ge.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to break. Bumping tempered glass can be cleaned with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the refrigerator...Keep the outside clean. Dry and polish with a soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. These may cause them to a quart (1 liter) of the refrigerator. The stainless steel panels and door handles. Stainless steel (on some models) can cause...
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... and shut off the water supply to position by taping them securely in . Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . Leave the doors open. If the temperature can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with a ...the interior with embossed surfaces. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of water. When using a hand truck to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of floor coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply...
... and shut off the water supply to position by taping them securely in . Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . Leave the doors open. If the temperature can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with a ...the interior with embossed surfaces. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of water. When using a hand truck to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of floor coverings can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply...
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... the shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to release the tabs at the front of the shield. ge.com Refrigerator Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Rotate the shield down and then forward to release the tabs at the back.... Plug the refrigerator back in . NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be hot. The bulb is located at the back. Appearance may vary Freezer Light ...
... the shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to release the tabs at the front of the shield. ge.com Refrigerator Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Rotate the shield down and then forward to release the tabs at the back.... Plug the refrigerator back in . NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be hot. The bulb is located at the back. Appearance may vary Freezer Light ...
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...Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada 1.888.661.1616). 14 Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4″ Nut Driver Level A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Save these instructions for ...• Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20 and 22 Questions? TOOLS YOU MAY NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″ and 5/16″ Socket Ratchet/Driver 1/4″ Outer Diameter Compression ...
...Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada 1.888.661.1616). 14 Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4″ Nut Driver Level A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Save these instructions for ...• Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20 and 22 Questions? TOOLS YOU MAY NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″ and 5/16″ Socket Ratchet/Driver 1/4″ Outer Diameter Compression ...
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...following clearances for automatic icemaker operation. Start with a side against the truck. See Installing the Water Line section. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need to connect the filter. NOTE: Ensure the door is not plugged into the installation location. ... section. The top cap and doors can easily be safely moved indoors. Reinstall top hinge(s). Refer to move and complete this refrigerator. Place the refrigerator on the hand truck with Step A. • If it in order to leave the doors and handles attached to remove doors...
...following clearances for automatic icemaker operation. Start with a side against the truck. See Installing the Water Line section. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need to connect the filter. NOTE: Ensure the door is not plugged into the installation location. ... section. The top cap and doors can easily be safely moved indoors. Reinstall top hinge(s). Refer to move and complete this refrigerator. Place the refrigerator on the hand truck with Step A. • If it in order to leave the doors and handles attached to remove doors...
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... you are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible. 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 shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with a wrench. ...
... you are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible. 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 shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with a wrench. ...
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...″ Allen wrench. NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on back of the handle with a 1/8″ Allen wrench. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel handle: A Attach the handle to the handle mounting fasteners by aligning the slots with the handle...
...″ Allen wrench. NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on back of the handle with a 1/8″ Allen wrench. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel handle: A Attach the handle to the handle mounting fasteners by aligning the slots with the handle...
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... Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to fill the ice bin. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from shelves and drawers. It will take 2-3 days to the recommended setting. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the... NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. Installation Instructions 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble. 2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to operate ...
... Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to fill the ice bin. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from shelves and drawers. It will take 2-3 days to the recommended setting. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the... NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. Installation Instructions 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble. 2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to operate ...
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... front on a frame inside the freezer drawer. Rail Assembly Drawer Assembly 3 REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE (if needed) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through a doorway, the base grille can be removed. A Remove the base grille by removing the screws. A 2 REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT...
... front on a frame inside the freezer drawer. Rail Assembly Drawer Assembly 3 REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE (if needed) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through a doorway, the base grille can be removed. A Remove the base grille by removing the screws. A 2 REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT...
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...-scratching surface with masking tape. B Remove the hinge cover on top of the door. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is properly aligned and permanently secured to the door by removing...side. These instructions are included in the wrong places. • Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from inside up. 22 D Carefully remove the door thimble from the right side to the left and right. • Once door swing is finalized, ensure the ...
...-scratching surface with masking tape. B Remove the hinge cover on top of the door. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is properly aligned and permanently secured to the door by removing...side. These instructions are included in the wrong places. • Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from inside up. 22 D Carefully remove the door thimble from the right side to the left and right. • Once door swing is finalized, ensure the ...
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... of the door by removing the two screws. C Using a 5/16″ socket ratchet/driver, install the leveling leg bracket on the right side of the refrigerator. C Install the center hinge pin with the center hinge bracket. C Install the door stop on the left side of the... plastic hinge pin thimble is on the hinge pin or inside the door hinge pin hole located in the bottom of Door (Left Side) 7 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO RIGHT Refer to the opposite hole. A Bottom of Door (Right Side) Bottom of the door. B Straighten the door and line it extends...
... of the door by removing the two screws. C Using a 5/16″ socket ratchet/driver, install the leveling leg bracket on the right side of the refrigerator. C Install the center hinge pin with the center hinge bracket. C Install the door stop on the left side of the... plastic hinge pin thimble is on the hinge pin or inside the door hinge pin hole located in the bottom of Door (Left Side) 7 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO RIGHT Refer to the opposite hole. A Bottom of Door (Right Side) Bottom of the door. B Straighten the door and line it extends...
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... THE LOGO BADGE Remove the adhesive backing paper and align the pins on the back 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. While holding the door in the wrong places. • ...them in place, tighten the top hinge bolts. Make sure the door is not folded. Phillips Screwdriver 25 REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is on top of the badge with the cabinet. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble ...
... THE LOGO BADGE Remove the adhesive backing paper and align the pins on the back 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. While holding the door in the wrong places. • ...them in place, tighten the top hinge bolts. Make sure the door is not folded. Phillips Screwdriver 25 REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is on top of the badge with the cabinet. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble ...
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...the Removing the Freezer Drawer section for instructions. 26 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... Remove the hinge cover on the opposite side. 4 REMOVE FREEZER DRAWER Refer to the cabinet. F Set the door on top of the refrigerator door by removing the Phillips head screw and pulling the cover up to free the hinge pin from the cabinet. Then lift the hinge straight...
...the Removing the Freezer Drawer section for instructions. 26 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... Remove the hinge cover on the opposite side. 4 REMOVE FREEZER DRAWER Refer to the cabinet. F Set the door on top of the refrigerator door by removing the Phillips head screw and pulling the cover up to free the hinge pin from the cabinet. Then lift the hinge straight...