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Top Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 6, 7 Control Settings 4 Ice Service 5 Storage Drawers 4 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 8 Reversing the Door Swing 9-12 Troubleshooting Tips 13-15 Normal Operating Sounds 13 Consumer Support Consumer Support 18 Warranty (U.S 17 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GTL12HBX GTR10HAX GTR12HBX Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label inside the refrigerator. 197D8071P002 49-60602 04-09 JR
Top Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 6, 7 Control Settings 4 Ice Service 5 Storage Drawers 4 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 8 Reversing the Door Swing 9-12 Troubleshooting Tips 13-15 Normal Operating Sounds 13 Consumer Support Consumer Support 18 Warranty (U.S 17 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions GTL12HBX GTR10HAX GTR12HBX Write the model and serial numbers here: Model Serial You can find them on a label inside the refrigerator. 197D8071P002 49-60602 04-09 JR
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... other appliance. ■ In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the cord be properly installed and located in accordance with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.) Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips DANGER! Do not place fingers or hands on the shelves in . USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of this Owner's Manual. NOTE: We strongly recommend...
... other appliance. ■ In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the cord be properly installed and located in accordance with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.) Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips DANGER! Do not place fingers or hands on the shelves in . USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of this Owner's Manual. NOTE: We strongly recommend...
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... pulling on the power cord. The refrigerator should always be properly grounded. Do not use a cord that matches the rating plate. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 For personal safety, this appliance must be plugged into its length or at either end. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from overheated wires. The power cord of electric shock hazard from...
... pulling on the power cord. The refrigerator should always be properly grounded. Do not use a cord that matches the rating plate. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3 For personal safety, this appliance must be plugged into its length or at either end. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from overheated wires. The power cord of electric shock hazard from...
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..., changing the freezer control can affect the temperature of food when placed in either compartment. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 4 Allow 12 hours after each adjustment, check both the freezer and the fresh food compartments. Control settings will affect the temperature of the freezer compartment. In some installations, the refrigerator may require more than one increment at a time. After each adjustment for the door to be fully opened...
..., changing the freezer control can affect the temperature of food when placed in either compartment. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 4 Allow 12 hours after each adjustment, check both the freezer and the fresh food compartments. Control settings will affect the temperature of the freezer compartment. In some installations, the refrigerator may require more than one increment at a time. After each adjustment for the door to be fully opened...
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Wash ice trays in an automatic dishwasher. The water valve cover that came with your refrigerator. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Water Supply Kits (Models GTR12HBX and GTL12HBX only) Kits containing copper tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions needed to connect the icemaker to your cold water line are available at extra cost from Parts and Accessories. do not put them in lukewarm water only- Icemaker Accessory Kit (Models GTR12HBX and GTL12HBX only) An icemaker accessory kit is available from your...
Wash ice trays in an automatic dishwasher. The water valve cover that came with your refrigerator. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Water Supply Kits (Models GTR12HBX and GTL12HBX only) Kits containing copper tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions needed to connect the icemaker to your cold water line are available at extra cost from Parts and Accessories. do not put them in lukewarm water only- Icemaker Accessory Kit (Models GTR12HBX and GTL12HBX only) An icemaker accessory kit is available from your...
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... freezer compartments. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open box of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of baking soda in damage to a quart (1 liter) of baking soda to the floor covering or refrigerator. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of water. Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some models...
... freezer compartments. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open box of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of baking soda in damage to a quart (1 liter) of baking soda to the floor covering or refrigerator. about a tablespoon (15 ml) of water. Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some models...
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... top of water. Clean the interior with an E12 candelabra base. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Cover Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Be sure the refrigerator stays in the refrigerator. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Screw Hole Bulb Replacing the Light Bulb Moving the control to COLD does not remove power to Move Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by inserting...
... top of water. Clean the interior with an E12 candelabra base. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 7 Cover Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Be sure the refrigerator stays in the refrigerator. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Screw Hole Bulb Replacing the Light Bulb Moving the control to COLD does not remove power to Move Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by inserting...
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... proper temperatures. • Install it . CLEARANCES Free-standing installation only. REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 55°F (13°C) because it will not run often enough to a range. Be sure to leave these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - To adjust the leveling legs, turn the legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to Consumer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models GTL12HBX...
... proper temperatures. • Install it . CLEARANCES Free-standing installation only. REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 55°F (13°C) because it will not run often enough to a range. Be sure to leave these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - To adjust the leveling legs, turn the legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to Consumer - Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models GTL12HBX...
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... WILL NEED 1 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR Remove the hinge cover screws (some models have lock washers with the outside up. CAUTION: Do not let door drop to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all door shelves. These instructions are for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Handle parts carefully...
... WILL NEED 1 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR Remove the hinge cover screws (some models have lock washers with the outside up. CAUTION: Do not let door drop to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all door shelves. These instructions are for changing the hinges from its electrical outlet. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Handle parts carefully...
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... paint finish. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 2 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR Tape the door shut with masking tape, remove the plug buttons. Do not lose. Do not lose. 3 TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT Using a putty knife with the edge covered with masking tape. Reassemble the top hinge and shim on the left side, turning the screws just enough to the door. Be careful of the fresh...
... paint finish. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 2 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR Tape the door shut with masking tape, remove the plug buttons. Do not lose. Do not lose. 3 TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT Using a putty knife with the edge covered with masking tape. Reassemble the top hinge and shim on the left side, turning the screws just enough to the door. Be careful of the fresh...
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... the door. Remove the tape holding the door shut. Then tighten the screws a minimum of 1/2 turn using both hands. 11 Remove the leveling leg from the left side to the right side. Doing so could damage the coils. 6 REHANG THE FRESH FOOD DOOR Make sure the washer(s) are not interchangeable. Install the center hinge designed for the left side. Plug button 7 INSTALL CENTER HINGE ON THE LEFT Remove the three plug buttons...
... the door. Remove the tape holding the door shut. Then tighten the screws a minimum of 1/2 turn using both hands. 11 Remove the leveling leg from the left side to the right side. Doing so could damage the coils. 6 REHANG THE FRESH FOOD DOOR Make sure the washer(s) are not interchangeable. Install the center hinge designed for the left side. Plug button 7 INSTALL CENTER HINGE ON THE LEFT Remove the three plug buttons...
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Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 8 TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR STOP TO THE LEFT Remove the door stop on the left side to the opposite side. Then swing the door shut. Then turn the screws a minimum of 1/2 turn using both hands. 9 REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR Place the freezer door on top of the door. Plug button Install the hinge cover over the pin. Transfer the plug buttons from the bottom of the right side of the door to the right side...
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 8 TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR STOP TO THE LEFT Remove the door stop on the left side to the opposite side. Then swing the door shut. Then turn the screws a minimum of 1/2 turn using both hands. 9 REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR Place the freezer door on top of the door. Plug button Install the hinge cover over the pin. Transfer the plug buttons from the bottom of the right side of the door to the right side...
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Normal operating sounds. WHOOSH... ■ The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is first plugged in , when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. ■ Water dropping on the defrost heater...
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Normal operating sounds. WHOOSH... ■ The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is first plugged in , when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. ■ Water dropping on the defrost heater...
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...Normal when refrigerator is holding door open . Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Refrigerator is tripped. Warm weather or frequent door openings. Slow ice cube freezing Door left open . Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you may not need adjusting. Motor operates for service. Often occurs when large amounts of refrigerator needs cleaning. Door left open . • See About the control. Ice cubes have odor/taste Food transmitting odor/taste to see if package is first plugged in defrost cycle. Temperature control not set cold enough. See...
...Normal when refrigerator is holding door open . Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Refrigerator is tripped. Warm weather or frequent door openings. Slow ice cube freezing Door left open . Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you may not need adjusting. Motor operates for service. Often occurs when large amounts of refrigerator needs cleaning. Door left open . • See About the control. Ice cubes have odor/taste Food transmitting odor/taste to see if package is first plugged in defrost cycle. Temperature control not set cold enough. See...
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... refrigerator Moisture collects inside (in humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened) Interior light does not work Food is set too cold. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 15 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Problem Refrigerator has odor Possible Causes Foods transmitting odor to a warmer temperature setting one increment at a time. No power at the back of high humidity. Refrigerator control is freezing in the refrigerator; replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning...
... refrigerator Moisture collects inside (in humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened) Interior light does not work Food is set too cold. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 15 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions GEAppliances.com Problem Refrigerator has odor Possible Causes Foods transmitting odor to a warmer temperature setting one increment at a time. No power at the back of high humidity. Refrigerator control is freezing in the refrigerator; replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning...
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... materials or workmanship. This warranty is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in the water supply. ■ Replacement of the water filter cartridge, if included, due to water pressure that is extended to a defect in this appliance. ■ Product not accessible to your state's Attorney General. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Refrigerator Warranty. What GE Will Not Cover: ■ Service trips to your receipt here...
... materials or workmanship. This warranty is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in the water supply. ■ Replacement of the water filter cartridge, if included, due to water pressure that is extended to a defect in this appliance. ■ Product not accessible to your state's Attorney General. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Refrigerator Warranty. What GE Will Not Cover: ■ Service trips to your receipt here...
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... your warranty is only one step away from GE, contact us on -line-at your new appliance on our Website with all ages, sizes and capabilities. Consumer Support. Instructions contained in China GE Appliances Website GEAppliances.com Have a question or need arise. Parts and Accessories GEAppliances.com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on -line...
... your warranty is only one step away from GE, contact us on -line-at your new appliance on our Website with all ages, sizes and capabilities. Consumer Support. Instructions contained in China GE Appliances Website GEAppliances.com Have a question or need arise. Parts and Accessories GEAppliances.com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on -line...
Quick Specs
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Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Specification Created 5/09 310503 Ft. door handle (in.) H Each side (in.) Top (in.) Back (in.) 60-1/4 59-5/8 23-1/4 26 26 46-5/8 23-1/4 24 1 4 3 AB Air Clearances Front View Top View H G C D E F For answers to top of hinge (in .) G Width with fresh food door open 90° inc. Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of case (in...
Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Specification Created 5/09 310503 Ft. door handle (in.) H Each side (in.) Top (in.) Back (in.) 60-1/4 59-5/8 23-1/4 26 26 46-5/8 23-1/4 24 1 4 3 AB Air Clearances Front View Top View H G C D E F For answers to top of hinge (in .) G Width with fresh food door open 90° inc. Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of case (in...
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... favorites are easy to handle a variety of foods • Fixed door shelves - GTR10HAX GE® 9.9 Cu. Ft. Sturdy shelves provide additional storage for frozen foods • Model GTR10HAXRWW - White on the go • Wire freezer shelves - Flexible shelving options can be arranged to grab when you're on white GTR12HAX Specification Created 5/09 310503 Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Adjustable wire shelves - Transparent drawers make finding your favorite...
... favorites are easy to handle a variety of foods • Fixed door shelves - GTR10HAX GE® 9.9 Cu. Ft. Sturdy shelves provide additional storage for frozen foods • Model GTR10HAXRWW - White on the go • Wire freezer shelves - Flexible shelving options can be arranged to grab when you're on white GTR12HAX Specification Created 5/09 310503 Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Adjustable wire shelves - Transparent drawers make finding your favorite...
Energy Guide
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Refrigerator Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-The-Door Ice GE Model GTR10HAX Capacity:10.0 Cubic Feet 41 $35 $49 386 a d top-mounted freezer without through-the-door ice 7 65
Refrigerator Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-The-Door Ice GE Model GTR10HAX Capacity:10.0 Cubic Feet 41 $35 $49 386 a d top-mounted freezer without through-the-door ice 7 65