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ge.com Bottom Refr igeratoFreezerrs Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 8 Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12-13 Controls 4-5 Crispers and Pans 9 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Shelves and Bins 7, 8 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Anti-Tip Floor Bracket 18-19 Installing the Refrigerator . . . .20..., 26 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) . . . .30-32 Trim Kits and Decorator Panels 15-16 Troubleshooting Tips...
ge.com Bottom Refr igeratoFreezerrs Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 8 Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12-13 Controls 4-5 Crispers and Pans 9 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Shelves and Bins 7, 8 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Anti-Tip Floor Bracket 18-19 Installing the Refrigerator . . . .20..., 26 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) . . . .30-32 Trim Kits and Decorator Panels 15-16 Troubleshooting Tips...
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...federal law must be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. s Setting either or both controls to these extremely cold surfaces. s Unplug the refrigerator before it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA certified (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having ..., avoid contact with the moving parts of this or any servicing be removed prior to do. DANGER! Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. Be careful closing doors when children are in the freezer compartment when hands are...
...federal law must be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. s Setting either or both controls to these extremely cold surfaces. s Unplug the refrigerator before it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA certified (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having ..., avoid contact with the moving parts of this or any servicing be removed prior to do. DANGER! Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. Be careful closing doors when children are in the freezer compartment when hands are...
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... obligation to make sure the outlet is equipped with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to roll over or damage the power cord. When moving the refrigerator away from overheated wires. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by pulling on the power cord. This provides the best performance and also prevents... to minimize the possibility of this appliance is properly grounded. For personal safety, this appliance. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com WARNING!
... obligation to make sure the outlet is equipped with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to roll over or damage the power cord. When moving the refrigerator away from overheated wires. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by pulling on the power cord. This provides the best performance and also prevents... to minimize the possibility of this appliance is properly grounded. For personal safety, this appliance. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com WARNING!
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...Then press the COLDER pad again and it now. Several adjustments may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with temperature settings. (on some models) (on usage and operating environment. The actual temperature may be required. To change the ... light will go to the preset points of 0°F for the freezer and 37°F for the temperature to stabilize to the actual refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 5 4 seconds. To turn the cooling system off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set , the ...
...Then press the COLDER pad again and it now. Several adjustments may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with temperature settings. (on some models) (on usage and operating environment. The actual temperature may be required. To change the ... light will go to the preset points of 0°F for the freezer and 37°F for the temperature to stabilize to the actual refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 5 4 seconds. To turn the cooling system off electrical power to reach the temperature you have set , the ...
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... beeping stops when you close the door. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) About Energy Saver (on the front surface of the refrigerator cabinet, turn on immediately and the fans will cycle on some models) How it will return to Use Press TurboCool. When opening the... panel. (on some models) The door alarm will show . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About TurboCool.™ (on some models) ge.com (on some models) (on and off at room temperature or when putting away warm leftovers.
... beeping stops when you close the door. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) About Energy Saver (on the front surface of the refrigerator cabinet, turn on immediately and the fans will cycle on some models) How it will return to Use Press TurboCool. When opening the... panel. (on some models) The door alarm will show . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About TurboCool.™ (on some models) ge.com (on some models) (on and off at room temperature or when putting away warm leftovers.
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... drip down . When to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. This light will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Remove the protective foil from the end of water to Replace the Filter There is removed. Lining up the arrow on the temperature display... not available. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may be positioned vertically. CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
... drip down . When to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. This light will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. A small amount of the refrigerator compartment. Remove the protective foil from the end of water to Replace the Filter There is removed. Lining up the arrow on the temperature display... not available. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may be positioned vertically. CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
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...items from the shelf. Some models have special edges to help prevent spills from dripping to reach items stored behind the front bar. ge.com Spillproof Shelves (on the shelf frame. Make sure that can be adjusted in before you to lower shelves. Lift the shelf... Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the shelves and bins. To replace: Place the rear shelf tabs just in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. Lower the front of the central notches on some models) The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you close the door....
...items from the shelf. Some models have special edges to help prevent spills from dripping to reach items stored behind the front bar. ge.com Spillproof Shelves (on the shelf frame. Make sure that can be adjusted in before you to lower shelves. Lift the shelf... Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the shelves and bins. To replace: Place the rear shelf tabs just in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. Lower the front of the central notches on some models) The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you close the door....
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... out. It will lock in place. To replace or relocate: Slide in the molded supports on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to fit your needs. The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling or sliding of the snugger and move it to work area. Non-Adjustable Beverage Rack...
... out. It will lock in place. To replace or relocate: Slide in the molded supports on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to fit your needs. The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling or sliding of the snugger and move it to work area. Non-Adjustable Beverage Rack...
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... shrink. Shelf Ice Bin To reach the power switch. Always be cleaned regularly. To unlock, press and hold the pad again for your refrigerator did not come already equipped with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is closed. This alarm will sound if either door is not ... 2 minutes. The indicator light will hear a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with the sweep of door openings and other use conditions. ge.com Power Switch Green Power Light Icemaker Feeler Arm Automatic Icemaker (on ) position. When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm,...
... shrink. Shelf Ice Bin To reach the power switch. Always be cleaned regularly. To unlock, press and hold the pad again for your refrigerator did not come already equipped with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is closed. This alarm will sound if either door is not ... 2 minutes. The indicator light will hear a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with the sweep of door openings and other use conditions. ge.com Power Switch Green Power Light Icemaker Feeler Arm Automatic Icemaker (on ) position. When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm,...
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...appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Keep the outside clean. A spray-on the door handles and trim. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. Stainless steel (on some models) can erode the paint...steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleaners. Dry with a clean, soft cloth. Dry and polish with a soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with soapy water. Silver-plated plastic parts. Clean with a cloth dampened with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. Wash parts with steel-...
...appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Keep the outside clean. A spray-on the door handles and trim. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. Stainless steel (on some models) can erode the paint...steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleaners. Dry with a clean, soft cloth. Dry and polish with a soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with soapy water. Silver-plated plastic parts. Clean with a cloth dampened with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. Wash parts with steel-...
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... ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water. Handle only from the wall. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . 13 Be sure the...
... ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water. Handle only from the wall. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving . 13 Be sure the...
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... front of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield. Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. After replacing with an appliance bulb of the shield. The bulb is located at the front ...the back. To remove the shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to release the tabs at the back. Unplug the refrigerator. NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be hot. Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Turning the control to the ...
... front of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield. Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. After replacing with an appliance bulb of the shield. The bulb is located at the front ...the back. To remove the shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to release the tabs at the back. Unplug the refrigerator. NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be hot. Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Turning the control to the ...
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... least 2″ (5.1 cm) from the handle side for Custom Wood Panels 1/8″ (3 mm) Left Fresh Food Door 3/4″ (19 mm) Refrigerator Door Right Fresh Food Door 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) 5/16″ (8 mm) minimum at 1/4″ (6 mm) thickness...; (5.1 cm) Clearance Handle Side 3/4″ (19 mm) Appearance Panel Dimensions for fingertip clearance. Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Trim kits and decorator panels. 3/4″ (19 mm) or Raised Panel A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1/4″ (6 mm)...
... least 2″ (5.1 cm) from the handle side for Custom Wood Panels 1/8″ (3 mm) Left Fresh Food Door 3/4″ (19 mm) Refrigerator Door Right Fresh Food Door 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/4″ (6 mm) 5/16″ (8 mm) minimum at 1/4″ (6 mm) thickness...; (5.1 cm) Clearance Handle Side 3/4″ (19 mm) Appearance Panel Dimensions for fingertip clearance. Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Trim kits and decorator panels. 3/4″ (19 mm) or Raised Panel A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1/4″ (6 mm)...
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... DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to a cold water line. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.800.561... is not covered under the Warranty. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes Anti-Tip Bracket Installation 20 minutes • Proper installation is available at extra cost from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In ...
... DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to a cold water line. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.800.561... is not covered under the Warranty. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Consumer - Refrigerator Installation 20 minutes Water Line Installation 30 minutes Anti-Tip Bracket Installation 20 minutes • Proper installation is available at extra cost from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In ...
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... 3. Installation Overview Floor - Wood (2 Holes) 2 Wall Holes Floor Bracket to account for screws. Injury to mount the floor bracket (one on 21 ft. Figure 1 - Concrete (2 Holes) Floor - NOTE: • It is REQUIRED to use the anti-tip floor bracket as a template for your ...on the template sheet, approximately 71⁄4" from the edge of the sheet or the RH side of the refrigerator. models) WARNING Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator. 1 MEASURE CABINET OPENING AVAILABLE VS. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR BRACKET (on each side of...
... 3. Installation Overview Floor - Wood (2 Holes) 2 Wall Holes Floor Bracket to account for screws. Injury to mount the floor bracket (one on 21 ft. Figure 1 - Concrete (2 Holes) Floor - NOTE: • It is REQUIRED to use the anti-tip floor bracket as a template for your ...on the template sheet, approximately 71⁄4" from the edge of the sheet or the RH side of the refrigerator. models) WARNING Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator. 1 MEASURE CABINET OPENING AVAILABLE VS. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR BRACKET (on each side of...
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...each 1/4" x 1 1/2" lag bolts 4 each 1/2" O.D. Check for any reason, make sure the anti-tip floor bracket is engaged when the refrigerator is pushed back against the rear wall. This should position the anti-tip floor bracket to a complete stop. sleeve anchors • Drill the recommended...10-16 hex-head screws tightly into the cabinet opening , W. Check to fully engage the rear anti-tip brackets, while also aligning the refrigerator front with the cabinet front face. Wood Preferred Installation - Concrete Minimum Acceptable #1 - C WOOD Wall and TILE Floor Construction: • ...
...each 1/4" x 1 1/2" lag bolts 4 each 1/2" O.D. Check for any reason, make sure the anti-tip floor bracket is engaged when the refrigerator is pushed back against the rear wall. This should position the anti-tip floor bracket to a complete stop. sleeve anchors • Drill the recommended...10-16 hex-head screws tightly into the cabinet opening , W. Check to fully engage the rear anti-tip brackets, while also aligning the refrigerator front with the cabinet front face. Wood Preferred Installation - Concrete Minimum Acceptable #1 - C WOOD Wall and TILE Floor Construction: • ...
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... each side at least 36″ wide in the water line near the refrigerator. Start with a side against the truck. B Remove the fresh-food door. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. Refer to...and passageways leading to the installation location must be safely moved indoors. Reinstall top hinge. Refer to the installation location. 20 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is not necessary to remove doors, skip...
... each side at least 36″ wide in the water line near the refrigerator. Start with a side against the truck. B Remove the fresh-food door. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. Refer to...and passageways leading to the installation location must be safely moved indoors. Reinstall top hinge. Refer to the installation location. 20 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is not necessary to remove doors, skip...
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...tip bracket properly. Make sure the back side of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it . To adjust the rollers on 21' Counter Depth models: These models also have rear adjustable rollers so you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the... the clamp provided to the tubing. If you are already assembled to hold it . clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the O (off) position. If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into position. (...
...tip bracket properly. Make sure the back side of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it . To adjust the rollers on 21' Counter Depth models: These models also have rear adjustable rollers so you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the... the clamp provided to the tubing. If you are already assembled to hold it . clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the O (off) position. If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into position. (...
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... the handles - Remove any adhesive on the opposite door. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to prevent damaging the door. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE (For placement in the installation location or reversal of the handle with a 1/4″ Allen A wrench and transfer the...
... the handles - Remove any adhesive on the opposite door. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to prevent damaging the door. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE (For placement in the installation location or reversal of the handle with a 1/4″ Allen A wrench and transfer the...
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... to the icemaker. 24 The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from shelves and drawers. Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver enough ...Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble. 2) Leveling ...
... to the icemaker. 24 The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from shelves and drawers. Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver enough ...Phillips head screws. 11 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble. 2) Leveling ...