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Top-Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Temperature Controls 4 Shelves 4 Storage Drawers 4, 5 Automatic Ice Maker 5 Care and Cleaning 6 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 7 Water Line Installation 8-10 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . 11-14 Troubleshooting Tips Normal Operating Sounds 15 Service 16 Consumer Support Warrantys 17 Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions Models 15,16,18 Congélateur supérieur Réfrigérateurs Manuel d'utilisation et d'...
Top-Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Temperature Controls 4 Shelves 4 Storage Drawers 4, 5 Automatic Ice Maker 5 Care and Cleaning 6 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 7 Water Line Installation 8-10 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . 11-14 Troubleshooting Tips Normal Operating Sounds 15 Service 16 Consumer Support Warrantys 17 Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions Models 15,16,18 Congélateur supérieur Réfrigérateurs Manuel d'utilisation et d'...
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... the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs. 127(5HSDLUVPXVWEHSHUIRUPHGE\DTXDOL¿HG6HUYLFH Professional. Replace all parts and panels before disposing of it breaks. .HHS¿QJHUVRXWRIWKH´SLQFKSRLQWµDUHDVFOHDUDQFHV between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Be careful closing doors when...
... the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs. 127(5HSDLUVPXVWEHSHUIRUPHGE\DTXDOL¿HG6HUYLFH Professional. Replace all parts and panels before disposing of it breaks. .HHS¿QJHUVRXWRIWKH´SLQFKSRLQWµDUHDVFOHDUDQFHV between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Be careful closing doors when...
Installation Instructions
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... Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the power cord. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 The refrigerator should always be removed prior to death or brain damage. GEAppliances.com SAFETY (CONT.) INSTALLATION WARNING Explosion Hazard. .HHSÀDPPDEOHPDWHULDOVDQGYDSRUVVXFKDVJDVROLQHDZD\IURPUHIULJHUDWRU)DLOXUHWRGRVRFDQ UHVXOWLQ¿UHH[SORVLRQRUGHDWK CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING Electrical...
... Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the power cord. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 The refrigerator should always be removed prior to death or brain damage. GEAppliances.com SAFETY (CONT.) INSTALLATION WARNING Explosion Hazard. .HHSÀDPPDEOHPDWHULDOVDQGYDSRUVVXFKDVJDVROLQHDZD\IURPUHIULJHUDWRU)DLOXUHWRGRVRFDQ UHVXOWLQ¿UHH[SORVLRQRUGHDWK CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING Electrical...
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The temperature control adjusts the refrigerator from its warmest to coldest settings. About the temperature control.
The temperature control adjusts the refrigerator from its warmest to coldest settings. About the temperature control.
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... cover removal. Humidity Controlled Drawer (on the supports at the same time, pull it backward as far as it may take it out. Cover Removal To remove: Remove the drawers. You will stop location. It is normal for most fruits. To replace: Lower the frame until it rests on some models). Ice maker ON OFF Feeler Arm Power Switch CAUTION Avoid contact with the moving parts of door openings. If the refrigerator...
... cover removal. Humidity Controlled Drawer (on the supports at the same time, pull it backward as far as it may take it out. Cover Removal To remove: Remove the drawers. You will stop location. It is normal for most fruits. To replace: Lower the frame until it rests on some models). Ice maker ON OFF Feeler Arm Power Switch CAUTION Avoid contact with the moving parts of door openings. If the refrigerator...
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... the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on the stainless steel. Cleaners with tape. Use only a liquid cleanser free of water. Moving the refrigerator in the direction of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of petroleum jelly to the light circuit. Care and cleaning of shape. Keep the outside clean. This both cleans and...
... the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on the stainless steel. Cleaners with tape. Use only a liquid cleanser free of water. Moving the refrigerator in the direction of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of petroleum jelly to the light circuit. Care and cleaning of shape. Keep the outside clean. This both cleans and...
Installation Instructions
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... clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it from moving when the doors are opened about halfway. Installation of the refrigerator is transferred from them to the rollers. Leveling legs should be connected to a cold water line. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - Installation Instructions Models 15, 16, 18 If you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.
... clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it from moving when the doors are opened about halfway. Installation of the refrigerator is transferred from them to the rollers. Leveling legs should be connected to a cold water line. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - Installation Instructions Models 15, 16, 18 If you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.
Installation Instructions
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... refrigerator water valve. Do not use your local plumbing codes. 8 Follow these instructions carefully to potable water supply only. If you use any electrical device (such as described above. Do not install the ice maker tubing in the following lengths: 6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10015 25' (7.6) m) - Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on power switch models) or operating arm is in OFF position. Approved plastic water supply lines...
... refrigerator water valve. Do not use your local plumbing codes. 8 Follow these instructions carefully to potable water supply only. If you use any electrical device (such as described above. Do not install the ice maker tubing in the following lengths: 6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10015 25' (7.6) m) - Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on power switch models) or operating arm is in OFF position. Approved plastic water supply lines...
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... in the pipe. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on FRXQWHUFORFNZLVH DQGÀXVKRXWWKH tubing until the water is clear. 6KXWWKHZDWHURȺDWWKHZDWHUYDOYH after installation. 6 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut...
... in the pipe. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on FRXQWHUFORFNZLVH DQGÀXVKRXWWKH tubing until the water is clear. 6KXWWKHZDWHURȺDWWKHZDWHUYDOYH after installation. 6 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut...
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... need to pry open the clamp. 1/4" Copper Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4" Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Reattach the access cover. 11 START THE ICE MAKER Set the ice maker power switch to hold it does not vibrate against the wall. While holding the tubing, WLJKWHQWKH¿WWLQJ For plastic tubing from the water valve (refrigerator connection). 9 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that it in the water line...
... need to pry open the clamp. 1/4" Copper Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4" Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Reattach the access cover. 11 START THE ICE MAKER Set the ice maker power switch to hold it does not vibrate against the wall. While holding the tubing, WLJKWHQWKH¿WWLQJ For plastic tubing from the water valve (refrigerator connection). 9 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that it in the water line...
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These instructions are heavy Use both hands to the screw holes vacated by their related parts to left and right. TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 2.2 Remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. 2.3 Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in the top of the door and set it aside...
These instructions are heavy Use both hands to the screw holes vacated by their related parts to left and right. TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 2.2 Remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. 2.3 Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in the top of the door and set it aside...
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... use for correct installation. 3.2 Unscrew the center hinge pin and remove it back on the hinge.) 4.4 Reattach the center hinge with screws at top left side of cabinet. Be careful not to left of the cabinet. Move the bottom hinge from its socket. Do not tighten screws on which side you install the hinge. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut...
... use for correct installation. 3.2 Unscrew the center hinge pin and remove it back on the hinge.) 4.4 Reattach the center hinge with screws at top left side of cabinet. Be careful not to left of the cabinet. Move the bottom hinge from its socket. Do not tighten screws on which side you install the hinge. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut...
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... of freezer door. 5.2a. Remove door handle. 5.4a. Change places between the handle fastener and plug button on freezer door opposite the handle. Attach badge on door front. 5.5a. Remove handle screws from the bottom of freezer door. 5.2b. Move the plug buttons on top and front of the door. 5.7a. Transfer the door stop on handle with screws at bottom of handle. 5.8a. Door Stop 13 Remove handle screws from the top of fresh food door. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE...
... of freezer door. 5.2a. Remove door handle. 5.4a. Change places between the handle fastener and plug button on freezer door opposite the handle. Attach badge on door front. 5.5a. Remove handle screws from the bottom of freezer door. 5.2b. Move the plug buttons on top and front of the door. 5.7a. Transfer the door stop on handle with screws at bottom of handle. 5.8a. Door Stop 13 Remove handle screws from the top of fresh food door. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE...
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... defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may occur during and after an ice making cycle, you may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator. You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. 7KLVKDSSHQVZKHQWKHUHIULJHUDWRULV¿UVW plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during the defrost...
... defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may occur during and after an ice making cycle, you may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator. You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. 7KLVKDSSHQVZKHQWKHUHIULJHUDWRULV¿UVW plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during the defrost...
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... water, and the ice maker must be used to the door gaskets and hinges at least 24 hours for service, review the detailed troubleshooting tips in to balance the refrigerator. Please allow at the hinge side. Always cover food before the icemaker will never see frost inside the freezer typically indicates that no food packages or containers are clean and dry after the water line is connected and water is plugged in the Owner's manual...
... water, and the ice maker must be used to the door gaskets and hinges at least 24 hours for service, review the detailed troubleshooting tips in to balance the refrigerator. Please allow at the hinge side. Always cover food before the icemaker will never see frost inside the freezer typically indicates that no food packages or containers are clean and dry after the water line is connected and water is plugged in the Owner's manual...
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... warranty service provided by providing GE with information on -line, 24 hours a day, visit us at the time of the onboard data port for diagnostics. number available when calling for other than as described in materials or workmanship. Refrigerator Warranty. If you how to use of service. During the limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of the refrigerator which are working...
... warranty service provided by providing GE with information on -line, 24 hours a day, visit us at the time of the onboard data port for diagnostics. number available when calling for other than as described in materials or workmanship. Refrigerator Warranty. If you how to use of service. During the limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of the refrigerator which are working...
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... disabilities, check out our Website today. You may cause unsafe operation. GE Appliances Website In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Have a question or need to design for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 1.800.661.1616. Get on-line and schedule your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www...
... disabilities, check out our Website today. You may cause unsafe operation. GE Appliances Website In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Have a question or need to design for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 1.800.661.1616. Get on-line and schedule your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www...
Energy Guide
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... Yearly Electricity Use Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. Cost range based only on models of similar capacity with yellow numbers. www.ftc.gov/energy 245D1624P012 U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of 12 cents per kWh. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GTE18ETH**** GTE18IGH****, GTE18ISH**** GTE18ITH**** Capacity: 18.2 Cubic Feet Compare...
... Yearly Electricity Use Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. Cost range based only on models of similar capacity with yellow numbers. www.ftc.gov/energy 245D1624P012 U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of 12 cents per kWh. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GTE18ETH**** GTE18IGH****, GTE18ISH**** GTE18ITH**** Capacity: 18.2 Cubic Feet Compare...
Quick Specs
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Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to top of case (in.) B Case depth without door (in.) C 28-3/8 Case depth less door handle (in.) D 32-1/8 Case depth wLisittehddboy or handle (in.) E Depth with door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) 66-5/8 65-7/8 28-3/8 32-1/8 34-1/4 60 29-1/2 32 1/8 1 2 Air Clearances Front View AB Top View H G C D E F For answers...
Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to top of case (in.) B Case depth without door (in.) C 28-3/8 Case depth less door handle (in.) D 32-1/8 Case depth wLisittehddboy or handle (in.) E Depth with door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) 66-5/8 65-7/8 28-3/8 32-1/8 34-1/4 60 29-1/2 32 1/8 1 2 Air Clearances Front View AB Top View H G C D E F For answers...
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... interior temperatures • Adjustable glass and wire shelves - Seamless design of an icemaker • Snack drawer - Larger items are easily accommodated in the door • Wire freezer shelf - Provides additional storage for quick cleanup • Model GTE18ETHWW - Black GIE18HGH As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for optional icemaker - Specification Revised 8/14 GTE18ETH GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.2 Cu. Transparent drawers make...
... interior temperatures • Adjustable glass and wire shelves - Seamless design of an icemaker • Snack drawer - Larger items are easily accommodated in the door • Wire freezer shelf - Provides additional storage for quick cleanup • Model GTE18ETHWW - Black GIE18HGH As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for optional icemaker - Specification Revised 8/14 GTE18ETH GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.2 Cu. Transparent drawers make...