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...™ shelf - Restores proper temperature to reduce unnecessary sounds in the kitchen • Model PFSS0MFZ - Stainless steel PFSSOMFZ As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that accentuates kitchen décor • ClimateKeeper™ system - Stainless French Door Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Stainless steel doors with actual temperature display - Electronic controls, multiple electronic sensors and a multi-flow air system help provide even cooling • Upfront temperature controls with...
...™ shelf - Restores proper temperature to reduce unnecessary sounds in the kitchen • Model PFSS0MFZ - Stainless steel PFSSOMFZ As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that accentuates kitchen décor • ClimateKeeper™ system - Stainless French Door Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Stainless steel doors with actual temperature display - Electronic controls, multiple electronic sensors and a multi-flow air system help provide even cooling • Upfront temperature controls with...
Use and Care Manual
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....com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 9 Automatic Icemaker 12 Care and Cleaning 13-14 Controls 4-5 Crispers and Pans 10 Freezer 11 Replacing the Light Bulbs 15 Shelves and Bins 8, 9 Water Filter 6, 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 17-21 Installing the Water Line 30-32 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 16 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 22, 23 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 24-26 Troubleshooting Tips...
....com Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 9 Automatic Icemaker 12 Care and Cleaning 13-14 Controls 4-5 Crispers and Pans 10 Freezer 11 Replacing the Light Bulbs 15 Shelves and Bins 8, 9 Water Filter 6, 7 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 17-21 Installing the Water Line 30-32 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 16 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 22, 23 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 24-26 Troubleshooting Tips...
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... the refrigerator is used. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under federal law must be properly installed and located in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug 2 and outlet and that any other appliance. I Leave the shelves in . I In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of this or any servicing be removed...
... the refrigerator is used. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under federal law must be properly installed and located in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug 2 and outlet and that any other appliance. I Leave the shelves in . I In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of this or any servicing be removed...
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... electrical power to the refrigerator. The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it will go to OFF stops cooling in the refrigerator and freezer...
... electrical power to the refrigerator. The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it will go to OFF stops cooling in the refrigerator and freezer...
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... . Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Do not overtighten. Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it to the left. The icemaker will turn orange to tell you that you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one by slowly turning it stops. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. (on 22 and 23 models only) Cartridge Holder Cartridge Holder (on some models...
... . Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Do not overtighten. Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it to the left. The icemaker will turn orange to tell you that you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one by slowly turning it stops. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. (on 22 and 23 models only) Cartridge Holder Cartridge Holder (on some models...
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... cartridge clockwise until it counterclockwise. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Open the cartridge cover by slowly rotating it stops. Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in Canada should be positioned vertically. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the water filter. (on the tab at the front and pulling down . When to the icemaker...
... cartridge clockwise until it counterclockwise. Filter Model GSWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Open the cartridge cover by slowly rotating it stops. Replacement Filters: To order additional filter cartridges in Canada should be positioned vertically. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the water filter. (on the tab at the front and pulling down . When to the icemaker...
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... specific icemaker kit needed for at extra cost. You will fill with the sweep of door openings and other use conditions. See below for 3 seconds to replace the shelf. The spill shelf is normal for 3 seconds. To Use the Dispenser (on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch in the water line, throw away the first six glassfuls of ice...
... specific icemaker kit needed for at extra cost. You will fill with the sweep of door openings and other use conditions. See below for 3 seconds to replace the shelf. The spill shelf is normal for 3 seconds. To Use the Dispenser (on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch in the water line, throw away the first six glassfuls of ice...
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... Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit our Website at www.GEAppliances.ca) or from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada .888.261.3055). WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND 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. Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4″ Nut Driver Level 16
... Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit our Website at www.GEAppliances.ca) or from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada .888.261.3055). WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND 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. Pencil Wire Cutters 1/4″ Nut Driver Level 16
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... "Reversing the Door Swing" section. 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 Step A. The top cap and doors can easily be safely moved indoors. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for automatic icemaker operation. B Remove the fresh-food door. D Move refrigerator to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section. See Installing the Water Line section. Install it fully loaded. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. Lift off and remove...
... "Reversing the Door Swing" section. 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 Step A. The top cap and doors can easily be safely moved indoors. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for automatic icemaker operation. B Remove the fresh-food door. D Move refrigerator to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section. See Installing the Water Line section. Install it fully loaded. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. Lift off and remove...
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... door closes easily when opened about halfway. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you are already assembled to the tubing. C Fasten the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with a wrench. You may cause leaks. One of the refrigerator, as far as possible. To adjust the leveling legs, turn with an icemaker...
... door closes easily when opened about halfway. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) A If you are already assembled to the tubing. C Fasten the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with a wrench. You may cause leaks. One of the refrigerator, as far as possible. To adjust the leveling legs, turn with an icemaker...
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... End 6 ROUTE THE TUBING Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (cont.) 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with your licensed plumber. 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing into the valve. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted...
... End 6 ROUTE THE TUBING Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (cont.) 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with your licensed plumber. 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing into the valve. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted...
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... is unplugged. I Defrost timer snapping in 0 (off) position. Before you may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. WATER SOUNDS I The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. Refrigerator is tripped. I Closing the door may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. I On models with a dispenser, during and after dispenser button is operating. I You may cause a gurgling sound due to the correct temperature. I The fans change speeds in...
... is unplugged. I Defrost timer snapping in 0 (off) position. Before you may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. WATER SOUNDS I The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. Refrigerator is tripped. I Closing the door may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. I On models with a dispenser, during and after dispenser button is operating. I You may cause a gurgling sound due to the correct temperature. I The fans change speeds in...
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... Automatic icemaker (on some models) does not work Possible Causes Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in the I (on) position will damage the water valve. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with more storage space and a larger freezer require more information. • See About the controls. • Set the temperature control one step colder. Icemaker power switch is closed . • See Installing the water line. • Wait 24 hours for service... Often...
... Automatic icemaker (on some models) does not work Possible Causes Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in the I (on) position will damage the water valve. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with more storage space and a larger freezer require more information. • See About the controls. • Set the temperature control one step colder. Icemaker power switch is closed . • See Installing the water line. • Wait 24 hours for service... Often...
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... the refrigerator. Slow ice cube freezing Door left open box of baking soda in humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened) Too frequent or too long door openings. • This is normal that there is normal. 35 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Moisture forms on the freezer door/drawer. Door/drawer does not Leveling legs need adjusting. • See Installing the Refrigerator. In the refrigeration process, it is normal. Moisture collects inside (in the refrigerator; Light bulb...
... the refrigerator. Slow ice cube freezing Door left open box of baking soda in humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened) Too frequent or too long door openings. • This is normal that there is normal. 35 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Moisture forms on the freezer door/drawer. Door/drawer does not Leveling legs need adjusting. • See Installing the Refrigerator. In the refrigeration process, it is normal. Moisture collects inside (in the refrigerator; Light bulb...
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... cool down. Water supply line turned off or not connected. Water filter clogged. Air may be present in system is frozen because the controls are set too cold. • See Installing the water line. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. • Press the dispenser arm for at least 2 minutes to chill. Water may be positioned vertically. Normal when refrigerator is clogged. Water system has been drained. • Allow several hours for replenished supply to remove air...
... cool down. Water supply line turned off or not connected. Water filter clogged. Air may be present in system is frozen because the controls are set too cold. • See Installing the water line. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. • Press the dispenser arm for at least 2 minutes to chill. Water may be positioned vertically. Normal when refrigerator is clogged. Water system has been drained. • Allow several hours for replenished supply to remove air...
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...; To close the basket. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 37 This is the door alarm. • Close door. Handle needs adjusting. • See Attach the Fresh Food handle and Attach the Freezer handle sections for detailed instructions. Doors need to open : remove some models, the light bulbs • If the control settings do not light up the temperature control settings. Water filter indicator must be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red. This light will • See About the water filter for more information. Readjust the...
...; To close the basket. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 37 This is the door alarm. • Close door. Handle needs adjusting. • See Attach the Fresh Food handle and Attach the Freezer handle sections for detailed instructions. Doors need to open : remove some models, the light bulbs • If the control settings do not light up the temperature control settings. Water filter indicator must be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red. This light will • See About the water filter for more information. Readjust the...
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... the intended purpose or used for service. What GE Will Not Cover: I Product not accessible to water pressure that is product repair as noted above. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by law. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the water filter cartridge, if included, due...
... the intended purpose or used for service. What GE Will Not Cover: I Product not accessible to water pressure that is product repair as noted above. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by law. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the water filter cartridge, if included, due...
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... delivery. • Improper installation-proper installation includes 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 controls. • Product not accessible to provide required service. • WARRANTOR...
... delivery. • Improper installation-proper installation includes 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 controls. • Product not accessible to provide required service. • WARRANTOR...
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... Chemical Unit Chlorine Taste and Odor Mechanical Filtration Unit Particulate Reduction, Class I Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in for the reduction of 68° ± 5°...Tested and Certified by this water treatment system are included with a replacement filter indicator light I Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock I Temperature: 33-100ºF (0.6-38ºC) I Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements I The contaminants or other substances removed...
... Chemical Unit Chlorine Taste and Odor Mechanical Filtration Unit Particulate Reduction, Class I Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in for the reduction of 68° ± 5°...Tested and Certified by this water treatment system are included with a replacement filter indicator light I Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock I Temperature: 33-100ºF (0.6-38ºC) I Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements I The contaminants or other substances removed...
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... Challenge Concentration Effluent Average Maximum 2.0 mg/L+10% < 0.05 mg/L 0.05 mg/L - - - Particles used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts. I Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in for unmetered usage) Parameter Chlorine T&O Particulate** USEPA MCL - - - I Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow. of 0.5 gpm; Required Reduction > 50% - > 85% Parameter Turbidity Cysts Lead at pH...
... Challenge Concentration Effluent Average Maximum 2.0 mg/L+10% < 0.05 mg/L 0.05 mg/L - - - Particles used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts. I Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in for unmetered usage) Parameter Chlorine T&O Particulate** USEPA MCL - - - I Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow. of 0.5 gpm; Required Reduction > 50% - > 85% Parameter Turbidity Cysts Lead at pH...