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...-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...
...-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...
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...5 and the freezer control at a time, and allow 24 hours 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 stabilize. Several adjustments may be ...Initially, set . Operating Instructions Safety 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. If this film was not removed during installation...
...5 and the freezer control at a time, and allow 24 hours 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 stabilize. Several adjustments may be ...Initially, set . Operating Instructions Safety 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. If this film was not removed during installation...
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...: If air has been trapped in the back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment. Filter Bypass Plug You must use the filter bypass plug when a ...water filter. (on the tab at the front and pulling down . Remove the cartridge by pressing in on 20 models only) GEAppliances.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is removed. Use caution when removing. Do not overtighten.... cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it counterclockwise. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call...
...: If air has been trapped in the back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment. Filter Bypass Plug You must use the filter bypass plug when a ...water filter. (on the tab at the front and pulling down . Remove the cartridge by pressing in on 20 models only) GEAppliances.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is removed. Use caution when removing. Do not overtighten.... cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it counterclockwise. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call...
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...until it is removed. 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 ...air has been trapped in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Remove the protective foil from the tap to the...DO NOT pull down . Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the end of the refrigerator compartment. Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in the system, the filter cartridge...
...until it is removed. 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 ...air has been trapped in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Remove the protective foil from the tap to the...DO NOT pull down . Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the end of the refrigerator compartment. Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in the system, the filter cartridge...
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Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are on the track. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in the molded supports on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the front. It will lock in the same manner. Non-Adjustable ... adjustable. then pull out. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the shelves and bins. GEAppliances.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in place. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all...
Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are on the track. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf in the molded supports on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the front. It will lock in the same manner. Non-Adjustable ... adjustable. then pull out. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the shelves and bins. GEAppliances.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in place. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all...
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... and pans. To remove, slide the pan out to the most useful location for your family's needs. Snack Pan (on some models) Slide the control all features are on some models) This pan can be wiped dry. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 8 Not all the way to the HIGH setting to... it out. Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on all the way to the LOW setting to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables. Slide the control all models.
... and pans. To remove, slide the pan out to the most useful location for your family's needs. Snack Pan (on some models) Slide the control all features are on some models) This pan can be wiped dry. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 8 Not all the way to the HIGH setting to... it out. Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on all the way to the LOW setting to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables. Slide the control all models.
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...Lift the basket out to the stop location. When replacing the basket, make sure that the basket goes under the stop hooks on all models. Appearance and features may vary Appearance may vary Basket Removal To remove the deep full-width basket on each side. Tilt the basket and ... Always be turned in all 6 slide bracket tabs before sliding back into the freezer. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the freezer drawer. (on some models) Not all features are on each side. Lift the basket so that the basket is out of all 6 slide bracket tabs. The freezer basket ...
...Lift the basket out to the stop location. When replacing the basket, make sure that the basket goes under the stop hooks on all models. Appearance and features may vary Appearance may vary Basket Removal To remove the deep full-width basket on each side. Tilt the basket and ... Always be turned in all 6 slide bracket tabs before sliding back into the freezer. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the freezer drawer. (on some models) Not all features are on each side. Lift the basket so that the basket is out of all 6 slide bracket tabs. The freezer basket ...
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.... then pull out. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips To replace 10 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the freezer compartment. (on some models) Not all features are on door models: Open the basket out to its full extension. Fixed Shelf Removal NOTE: The full-width wire shelf is not intended to stick... or closing. To remove Non-Adjustable Shelf on the door and push down. Basket Removal To remove the full-width sliding wire basket on all models. Lift up ;
.... then pull out. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips To replace 10 Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the freezer compartment. (on some models) Not all features are on door models: Open the basket out to its full extension. Fixed Shelf Removal NOTE: The full-width wire shelf is not intended to stick... or closing. To remove Non-Adjustable Shelf on the door and push down. Basket Removal To remove the full-width sliding wire basket on all models. Lift up ;
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... use conditions. Shelf Ice Bin To access ice. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. See below for several cubes to be sure to the l (on some models) GEAppliances.com A newly installed refrigerator may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making ice. You will fill with... the sweep of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for your refrigerator did not come already equipped with water....
... use conditions. Shelf Ice Bin To access ice. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. See below for several cubes to be sure to the l (on some models) GEAppliances.com A newly installed refrigerator may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making ice. You will fill with... the sweep of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for your refrigerator did not come already equipped with water....
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...cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of water. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 These may cause them to break. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of petroleum jelly to shatter. Handle glass shelves ...carefully. Do not use appliance wax or polish on some models) can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open box of shape. Use warm water...
...cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of water. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 12 These may cause them to break. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of petroleum jelly to shatter. Handle glass shelves ...carefully. Do not use appliance wax or polish on some models) can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open box of shape. Use warm water...
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... over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to the floor covering or refrigerator. This could damage the refrigerator. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 All types of...water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to one tablespoon (15 ml) of the refrigerator. Be sure the refrigerator stays in . When using a hand truck to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator. Raise the leveling legs ...
... over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off) position and shut off the water supply to the floor covering or refrigerator. This could damage the refrigerator. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 13 All types of...water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to one tablespoon (15 ml) of the refrigerator. Be sure the refrigerator stays in . When using a hand truck to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator. Raise the leveling legs ...
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Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20, 22 and 23 Questions? Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • ... remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Be sure to leave these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. TOOLS YOU MAY NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″ and 5/...
Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 20, 22 and 23 Questions? Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • ... remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the Freezer Drawer section. Be sure to leave these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. TOOLS YOU MAY NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″ and 5/...
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..." section. See Installing the Water Line section. NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be at the rear of the top cap. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. We strongly recommend ... the temperature will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not perform properly. • Install it on the top of the refrigerator. Standard Depth Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.) (on the hand truck ...
..." section. See Installing the Water Line section. NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be at the rear of the top cap. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. We strongly recommend ... the temperature will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not perform properly. • Install it on the top of the refrigerator. Standard Depth Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.) (on the hand truck ...
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... valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with a wrench. If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it . See the grounding information attached to...
... valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with a wrench. If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it . See the grounding information attached to...
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...door. REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLE (on the door with the 3/32″ A Badge Allen wrench and remove the handle. B NOTE: For Double Door models follow Mounting Fasteners the same procedure on (appearance may vary) the right side. • Remove the logo badge. • Remove and transfer the ...the door. 18 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 mounting fasteners.
...door. REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLE (on the door with the 3/32″ A Badge Allen wrench and remove the handle. B NOTE: For Double Door models follow Mounting Fasteners the same procedure on (appearance may vary) the right side. • Remove the logo badge. • Remove and transfer the ...the door. 18 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 mounting fasteners.
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... the handle to the handle mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on back of the handle with a 1/8″ Allen wrench. NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on the opposite door.
... the handle to the handle mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on back of the handle with a 1/8″ Allen wrench. NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on the opposite door.
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...position. The icemaker will not begin operation automatically. B) Remove the tie downs from shelves and drawers. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from tipping. See About the freezer section for instructions. A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. 12 REMOVE ...PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from the freezer baskets. Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the...
...position. The icemaker will not begin operation automatically. B) Remove the tie downs from shelves and drawers. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from tipping. See About the freezer section for instructions. A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. 12 REMOVE ...PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from the freezer baskets. Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the...
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...freezer drawer. Screw 21 A Remove the base grille by removing the screws. Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed, to separate the drawer railings from the rail assemblies. 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 tight areas. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET A Open the freezer drawer...
...freezer drawer. Screw 21 A Remove the base grille by removing the screws. Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed, to separate the drawer railings from the rail assemblies. 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 tight areas. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET A Open the freezer drawer...
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... the rail assemblies. Rail assembly C Insert the hooks at the back of the drawer railings into the frame. Hook Slot Tab 22 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...
... the rail assemblies. Rail assembly C Insert the hooks at the back of the drawer railings into the frame. Hook Slot Tab 22 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...
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...a putty knife, if necessary. 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. Lift the door off the center hinge pin. To order a reversible door hinge kit in the hinge ...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 not reversible on GDSL3KC series models. • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Parts are for...
...a putty knife, if necessary. 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. Lift the door off the center hinge pin. To order a reversible door hinge kit in the hinge ...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 not reversible on GDSL3KC series models. • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Parts are for...
