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... food door open 90° (in.) F 58-1/8 Width (in.) G 29-1/2 Width with door open 90° with door handle (in.) H 32 Each side (in.) 1/8 Top (in.) 1 Back (in .) B 66-1/8 Height to your right. C D Top View H G E F As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Capacity Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge...
... food door open 90° (in.) F 58-1/8 Width (in.) G 29-1/2 Width with door open 90° with door handle (in.) H 32 Each side (in.) 1/8 Top (in.) 1 Back (in .) B 66-1/8 Height to your right. C D Top View H G E F As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Capacity Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge...
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Make room for ease of cleaning • Illuminated Upfront Slimline Temperature Controls - GTH18KBX GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.2 Cu. Helps contain spills for milk and other gallon-size containers • NeverClean™ Condenser - Designed for fruits and vegetables • Spillproof Freezer Floor - White on bisque • Model GTH18KBXBB- Offer maximum style and convenience • Adjustable Humidity Vegetable/Fruit Crispers - Ft. Capacity Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits...
Make room for ease of cleaning • Illuminated Upfront Slimline Temperature Controls - GTH18KBX GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.2 Cu. Helps contain spills for milk and other gallon-size containers • NeverClean™ Condenser - Designed for fruits and vegetables • Spillproof Freezer Floor - White on bisque • Model GTH18KBXBB- Offer maximum style and convenience • Adjustable Humidity Vegetable/Fruit Crispers - Ft. Capacity Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits...
Use and Care Manual
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... icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element located on the bottom of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. DANGER! Do not place fingers or hands on the shelves in . ■ Keep fingers out of this Owner's Manual. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING...
... icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element located on the bottom of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. DANGER! Do not place fingers or hands on the shelves in . ■ Keep fingers out of this Owner's Manual. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING...
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... pulling on the power cord. USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of an extension cord. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of potential safety hazards under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. The refrigerator should always be careful not to have...
... pulling on the power cord. USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of an extension cord. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of potential safety hazards under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. The refrigerator should always be careful not to have...
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... rear Pull forward and down To remove a full-width shelf when the fresh food compartment door cannot be opened fully About the freezer compartment shelves. 1 23 Step Shelf To remove the step shelf: 1 Lift left side of the refrigerator and will stop -locks. get cold. Not all features are on some models) The temperature control dial has nine settings plus 0. 1 is the warmest. 9 is best suited to the right and...
... rear Pull forward and down To remove a full-width shelf when the fresh food compartment door cannot be opened fully About the freezer compartment shelves. 1 23 Step Shelf To remove the step shelf: 1 Lift left side of the refrigerator and will stop -locks. get cold. Not all features are on some models) The temperature control dial has nine settings plus 0. 1 is the warmest. 9 is best suited to the right and...
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... icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may cause it out. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your refrigerator did not already come . Not all features are on all the way to the HIGH setting to begin making ice cubes. Drawer and Cover Removal Drawers can be moved to the ON (down ) position Automatic Icemaker (on some models) Slide the control all models. Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because the extreme temperature...
... icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may cause it out. Icemaker Accessory Kit If your refrigerator did not already come . Not all features are on all the way to the HIGH setting to begin making ice cubes. Drawer and Cover Removal Drawers can be moved to the ON (down ) position Automatic Icemaker (on some models) Slide the control all models. Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because the extreme temperature...
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... refrigerator. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of petroleum jelly to flooding. Do not use a brush specially designed for this is no need for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Handle glass shelves carefully. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in environments that can cause it straight in normal home operating environments. Turn the leveling legs at the hinge...
... refrigerator. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of petroleum jelly to flooding. Do not use a brush specially designed for this is no need for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Handle glass shelves carefully. Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in environments that can cause it straight in normal home operating environments. Turn the leveling legs at the hinge...
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... kit (containing copper tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Turn the legs counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator. 7 Be sure to the leveling legs allow you have to be set so the front of the refrigerator is transferred from Parts and Accessories, 1.800.661.1616. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on some models...
... kit (containing copper tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. Turn the legs counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator. 7 Be sure to the leveling legs allow you have to be set so the front of the refrigerator is transferred from Parts and Accessories, 1.800.661.1616. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on some models...
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... powered. NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with local plumbing code requirements. Before purchasing, make sure the feeler arm is available at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the cold water line. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits...
... powered. NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with local plumbing code requirements. Before purchasing, make sure the feeler arm is available at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the cold water line. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits...
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... close to drill a 1/4″ hole may crush the tubing. Tighten the compression nut securely. Installation Instructions Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line. 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on (counterclockwise) and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. It is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into the valve. Drill...
... close to drill a 1/4″ hole may crush the tubing. Tighten the compression nut securely. Installation Instructions Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line. 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on (counterclockwise) and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. It is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into the valve. Drill...
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... NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may cause leaks. 9 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it reaches its operating temperature of the refrigerator or against the wall. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will then begin to connect the filter. Remove the access cover. 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) Fasten the tubing into the shutoff...
... NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may cause leaks. 9 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it reaches its operating temperature of the refrigerator or against the wall. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will then begin to connect the filter. Remove the access cover. 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) Fasten the tubing into the shutoff...
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...-head socket driver, remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. 2.3 Lift the hinge straight up . 2.6 Transfer the 2 screws from the cabinet. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by the top hinge removal. 11 IMPORTANT...
...-head socket driver, remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. 2.3 Lift the hinge straight up . 2.6 Transfer the 2 screws from the cabinet. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by the top hinge removal. 11 IMPORTANT...
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Be careful not to lose the center hinge spacer and washer. 3.7 Take one ) to the opposite side. 3.2 Using a 5/16″ hex-head socket screwdriver and a 5/16″ open-end wrench, remove the two screws holding the center hinge to the cabinet. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.) 3.5 Transfer the...
Be careful not to lose the center hinge spacer and washer. 3.7 Take one ) to the opposite side. 3.2 Using a 5/16″ hex-head socket screwdriver and a 5/16″ open-end wrench, remove the two screws holding the center hinge to the cabinet. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.) 3.5 Transfer the...
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... Metal Door Stop Right Side Plastic Door Stop Plug Right Side Left Side 5.1.2 Remove the handle. 5.1.3 Remove the screws from the right side to the opposite side. Installation Instructions 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE (CONT.) 4.2 Interchange hinge and screws at top right with screws at the top and under the edge, and remove the screw underneath. Plug Button Installing the hinge on the opposite side. 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle 5.1.1 Remove the handle plug using...
... Metal Door Stop Right Side Plastic Door Stop Plug Right Side Left Side 5.1.2 Remove the handle. 5.1.3 Remove the screws from the right side to the opposite side. Installation Instructions 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE (CONT.) 4.2 Interchange hinge and screws at top right with screws at the top and under the edge, and remove the screw underneath. Plug Button Installing the hinge on the opposite side. 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle 5.1.1 Remove the handle plug using...
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... the refrigerator or freezer compartments. compartment. 15 Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Normal operating sounds. See About the temperature control dial. need to call for defrost cycle to 5 minutes). ■ Expansion and contraction of food is added to see if package is tripped. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. ge.com Newer refrigerators sound different...
... the refrigerator or freezer compartments. compartment. 15 Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Normal operating sounds. See About the temperature control dial. need to call for defrost cycle to 5 minutes). ■ Expansion and contraction of food is added to see if package is tripped. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. ge.com Newer refrigerators sound different...
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... turned off . to refrigerator. Foods transmitting odor to ice cubes. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. Door left open . Door left open . Water shutoff valve connecting • Call the plumber to the STOP (up cubes in refrigerator. Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Interior of high humidity. • Wipe surface dry and reset temperature control dial one setting colder. Temperature control dial set cold enough. • See About the temperature control dial. Freezer compartment too warm...
... turned off . to refrigerator. Foods transmitting odor to ice cubes. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. Door left open . Door left open . Water shutoff valve connecting • Call the plumber to the STOP (up cubes in refrigerator. Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Interior of high humidity. • Wipe surface dry and reset temperature control dial one setting colder. Temperature control dial set cold enough. • See About the temperature control dial. Freezer compartment too warm...
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... to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use and care of product as listed in the owner's manual, proper setting of the Refrigerator or from service delays beyond their reasonable control. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: • Owner is extended to provide required service. • WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Mabe Service is product repair as proof of defects in material...
... to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use and care of product as listed in the owner's manual, proper setting of the Refrigerator or from service delays beyond their reasonable control. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: • Owner is extended to provide required service. • WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Mabe Service is product repair as proof of defects in material...
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toll-free at ge.com. SPP is for products installed in the U.S. Our service number is for products installed in GE and call us . The top card is 800 GE CARES (800.432.2737). 3 Read your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. GE Service Protection Plus™ GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability together with your product, detach and return the form on appliances and home electronics that...
toll-free at ge.com. SPP is for products installed in the U.S. Our service number is for products installed in GE and call us . The top card is 800 GE CARES (800.432.2737). 3 Read your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. GE Service Protection Plus™ GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability together with your product, detach and return the form on appliances and home electronics that...
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... replace the defective part. What GE Will Not Cover: ■ Service trips to your home. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of merchantability or fitness for other than as provided in this appliance. ■ Product not accessible to provide required service. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by a GE Authorized Servicer is product repair...
... replace the defective part. What GE Will Not Cover: ■ Service trips to your home. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of merchantability or fitness for other than as provided in this appliance. ■ Product not accessible to provide required service. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by a GE Authorized Servicer is product repair...
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... now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service on -line-at your appliance? E1C 9M3 Extended Warranties In the U.S.: ge.com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that can have parts or accessories sent directly to qualified service personnel. In Canada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. Consumer Support. In Canada: www.geappliances.ca Schedule Service ge.com...
... now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service on -line-at your appliance? E1C 9M3 Extended Warranties In the U.S.: ge.com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that can have parts or accessories sent directly to qualified service personnel. In Canada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. Consumer Support. In Canada: www.geappliances.ca Schedule Service ge.com...