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Profile Side by Side Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 12 Care and Cleaning 14, 15 ClimateKeeper2 6 Crispers and Pans 11 CustomCool 6 Ice and Water Dispenser 13 Refrigerator Doors 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 16 Shelves and Bins 8, 9 Temperature Controls 5 TurboCool 5 Water Filter 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 26-29 Moving the Refrigerator 22-25 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 21 Trim Kits and Panels 17-20 Water Line Installation 30-32 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .33-36 Normal Operating ...
Profile Side by Side Refrigerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 12 Care and Cleaning 14, 15 ClimateKeeper2 6 Crispers and Pans 11 CustomCool 6 Ice and Water Dispenser 13 Refrigerator Doors 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 16 Shelves and Bins 8, 9 Temperature Controls 5 TurboCool 5 Water Filter 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 26-29 Moving the Refrigerator 22-25 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 21 Trim Kits and Panels 17-20 Water Line Installation 30-32 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .33-36 Normal Operating ...
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... cool foods. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on . 5 Placing food in both the SET temperature as well as needed for the freezer compartment. The freezer temperature is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. NOTES: The refrigerator temperature cannot be activated. s NOTE: Turning the refrigerator off via the controls on all models. ge.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support The temperature controls are on the touch panel does not shut...
... cool foods. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on . 5 Placing food in both the SET temperature as well as needed for the freezer compartment. The freezer temperature is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. NOTES: The refrigerator temperature cannot be activated. s NOTE: Turning the refrigerator off via the controls on all models. ge.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support The temperature controls are on the touch panel does not shut...
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... drawer supports, making sure the swing locks fit on occasion experience fog or small amounts of ice. The ClimateKeeper2 system also reduces the number of defrosting cycles in the freezer evaporator, thereby reducing freezer burn. *Testing shows a higher level of the drawer up and out. Place the items on . The display and SET light will help preserve thawed items until no options are in the pan...
... drawer supports, making sure the swing locks fit on occasion experience fog or small amounts of ice. The ClimateKeeper2 system also reduces the number of defrosting cycles in the freezer evaporator, thereby reducing freezer burn. *Testing shows a higher level of the drawer up and out. Place the items on . The display and SET light will help preserve thawed items until no options are in the pan...
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... icemaker decreases. Removing the Filter Cartridge If you have questions-visit our Website at ge.com, or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737). Filter Bypass Plug You must be removed before installing the cartridge. Run water from the cartridge holder by slowly turning it to allow for 3 seconds. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions About the water filter. (on the cartridge and the cartridge holder. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may cause water to Replace the Filter on Models With a Replacement Indicator Light There is located...
... icemaker decreases. Removing the Filter Cartridge If you have questions-visit our Website at ge.com, or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737). Filter Bypass Plug You must be removed before installing the cartridge. Run water from the cartridge holder by slowly turning it to allow for 3 seconds. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions About the water filter. (on the cartridge and the cartridge holder. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may cause water to Replace the Filter on Models With a Replacement Indicator Light There is located...
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... will need to move the refrigerator to the left or right as you from taking out the drawers, first try to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables. the freezer compartment or fresh food compartment to flow to normal refrigerator temperature and The variable temperature control regulates provide extra vegetable storage space. Variable settings Tower. COLD About crisper removal. ge.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Adjustable Humidity Crispers...
... will need to move the refrigerator to the left or right as you from taking out the drawers, first try to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables. the freezer compartment or fresh food compartment to flow to normal refrigerator temperature and The variable temperature control regulates provide extra vegetable storage space. Variable settings Tower. COLD About crisper removal. ge.com Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Adjustable Humidity Crispers...
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... than the lowest point on the bin. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the automatic icemaker. It is made to access ice or reach the power switch: Lift the bin, then pull it and rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn the icemaker power switch on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. On dispenser models, to the icemaker, set the power switch to access ice or reach the power switch. These steps will produce seven...
... than the lowest point on the bin. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the automatic icemaker. It is made to access ice or reach the power switch: Lift the bin, then pull it and rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn the icemaker power switch on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. On dispenser models, to the icemaker, set the power switch to access ice or reach the power switch. These steps will produce seven...
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... a hurry, press the QUICK ICE pad to freeze shut. This condition is first installed, there may be quickchilled in the water line system. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the ice and water dispenser. (on some water may drip from the chute. If no water left to select the number of water (cups or ounces) that you selected CUBED ICE. On some models, if this light burns out, it through with a feature...
... a hurry, press the QUICK ICE pad to freeze shut. This condition is first installed, there may be quickchilled in the water line system. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the ice and water dispenser. (on some water may drip from the chute. If no water left to select the number of water (cups or ounces) that you selected CUBED ICE. On some models, if this light burns out, it through with a feature...
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... water supply to one tablespoon (15 ml) of the refrigerator against the hand truck. This could damage the refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line. When using a hand truck to flooding. Handle only from the wall. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . If the temperature can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings...
... water supply to one tablespoon (15 ml) of the refrigerator against the hand truck. This could damage the refrigerator. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line. When using a hand truck to flooding. Handle only from the wall. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . If the temperature can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings...
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... pocket located at the back of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield and the knob. Setting the controls to OFF does not remove power to be identified by pulling straight out. Plug the refrigerator back in . Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. On other models, just slide the shield forward and out. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Freezer Compartment Unplug the refrigerator. When reinstalling the light shield, make sure...
... pocket located at the back of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield and the knob. Setting the controls to OFF does not remove power to be identified by pulling straight out. Plug the refrigerator back in . Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. On other models, just slide the shield forward and out. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Freezer Compartment Unplug the refrigerator. When reinstalling the light shield, make sure...
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... due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Refrigerator Installation 30 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is available at extra cost from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Installing the Refrigerator. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - If the refrigerator has already been installed, remove the base...
... due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Refrigerator Installation 30 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes • Proper installation is available at extra cost from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Installing the Refrigerator. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is the responsibility of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion time - If the refrigerator has already been installed, remove the base...
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... will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go above refrigerator have doors that are flush to the top of mobility wheels. DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS (for 23' CustomStyle™ models) CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections: Sides Top Back 23'/25' CustomStyle™...
... will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go above refrigerator have doors that are flush to the top of mobility wheels. DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS (for 23' CustomStyle™ models) CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections: Sides Top Back 23'/25' CustomStyle™...
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... these instructions carefully to the refrigerator. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is with local plumbing code requirements. Do not install the icemaker tubing in hollow ice cubes and slower water flow from the water dispenser. When using copper, be in house plumbing can result in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. WX08X10002 - Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER & DISPENSER MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits are...
... these instructions carefully to the refrigerator. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is with local plumbing code requirements. Do not install the icemaker tubing in hollow ice cubes and slower water flow from the water dispenser. When using copper, be in house plumbing can result in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. WX08X10002 - Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER & DISPENSER MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits are...
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... quart (1 liter) of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to the cold water pipe with your licensed plumber. 8 FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until it to . Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to . Consult with the pipe clamp. Make sure the tubing is not permitted in Massachusetts...
... quart (1 liter) of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to the cold water pipe with your licensed plumber. 8 FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until it to . Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to . Consult with the pipe clamp. Make sure the tubing is not permitted in Massachusetts...
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... refrigerator or freezer compartments. s On models with an icemaker, after defrost can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to control refrigerator components. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 33 This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. WHOOSH... s The electronic control board may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. This is working to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. s The compressor may occur during the defrost cycle. s A water dripping noise...
... refrigerator or freezer compartments. s On models with an icemaker, after defrost can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to control refrigerator components. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 33 This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. WHOOSH... s The electronic control board may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. This is working to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. s The compressor may occur during the defrost cycle. s A water dripping noise...
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... temperatures.) Refrigerator or freezer compartment too warm Frost or ice crystals on . 34 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Too frequent or too long door openings. They start and stop often to a temperature setting. Hot weather or frequent door openings. Water supply turned off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer require more operating time. Freezer compartment too warm. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you may not need adjusting. • See Rollers. Warm weather or frequent door openings. Automatic energy...
... temperatures.) Refrigerator or freezer compartment too warm Frost or ice crystals on . 34 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Too frequent or too long door openings. They start and stop often to a temperature setting. Hot weather or frequent door openings. Water supply turned off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer require more operating time. Freezer compartment too warm. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you may not need adjusting. • See Rollers. Warm weather or frequent door openings. Automatic energy...
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... ice chute inside the top door bin of refrigerator needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Dispenser is LOCKED. • Press and hold the LOCK pad for replenished supply to chill. Ice cubes are frozen to ice cubes. Temperature control not set cold enough. • Check to see if package is holding door open . Cube dispenser does not work Water supply line turned off . • Turn on icemaker or water supply. Water in reservoir is frozen. • Call for service. Refrigerator control setting...
... ice chute inside the top door bin of refrigerator needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Dispenser is LOCKED. • Press and hold the LOCK pad for replenished supply to chill. Ice cubes are frozen to ice cubes. Temperature control not set cold enough. • Check to see if package is holding door open . Cube dispenser does not work Water supply line turned off . • Turn on icemaker or water supply. Water in reservoir is frozen. • Call for service. Refrigerator control setting...
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... wrapped. • Keep an open . • Close door. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 36 Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor to refrigerator. • Foods with a paper towel if desired. Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning. Actual temperature not Unit just plugged in the refrigerator compartment. A door bin is normal. Hot air from bottom of moisture in . of refrigerator Normal air flow cooling motor. Warm food added to refrigerator. • Allow 24 hours...
... wrapped. • Keep an open . • Close door. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 36 Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor to refrigerator. • Foods with a paper towel if desired. Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning. Actual temperature not Unit just plugged in the refrigerator compartment. A door bin is normal. Hot air from bottom of moisture in . of refrigerator Normal air flow cooling motor. Warm food added to refrigerator. • Allow 24 hours...
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... adequate air circulation to the refrigeration system, adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of light bulbs. • Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. • Loss of food due to spoilage. • Proper use and care of product as listed in the owner's manual, proper setting of controls...
... adequate air circulation to the refrigeration system, adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of light bulbs. • Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. • Loss of food due to spoilage. • Proper use and care of product as listed in the owner's manual, proper setting of controls...
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... Not Cover: s Service trips to your state's Attorney General. 40 Warrantor: General Electric Company. s Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other than the intended purpose or used for other than as provided in the sealed refrigerating system. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS...
... Not Cover: s Service trips to your state's Attorney General. 40 Warrantor: General Electric Company. s Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other than the intended purpose or used for other than as provided in the sealed refrigerating system. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS...
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... 99% * Tested using a flow rate of unknown quality without a replacement filter indicator light; temp. of filter cartridges. up to one year for models with a replacement filter indicator light Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock Temperature: 33-100ºF (0.6-38ºC) Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements Flush new cartridge at full flow for unmetered usage) Parameter Chlorine T & O Particulate** USEPA MCL - - - Special Notices Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are...
... 99% * Tested using a flow rate of unknown quality without a replacement filter indicator light; temp. of filter cartridges. up to one year for models with a replacement filter indicator light Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock Temperature: 33-100ºF (0.6-38ºC) Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements Flush new cartridge at full flow for unmetered usage) Parameter Chlorine T & O Particulate** USEPA MCL - - - Special Notices Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are...