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...Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 20 Care and Cleaning 21, 22 Control for LCD Models 4-11 Control for Non-LCD Models . . . .12, 13 Crispers and Pans 18 Dispenser 14 Freezer 19 Fresh Food Storage Options . . . .16, 17 Replacing the Light Bulbs 23 Water Filter 15 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 26-34 Installing the Water Line 35-37 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 24, 25 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .38-42 Normal Operating Sounds 38 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Registration for Canadian Customers...
...Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 20 Care and Cleaning 21, 22 Control for LCD Models 4-11 Control for Non-LCD Models . . . .12, 13 Crispers and Pans 18 Dispenser 14 Freezer 19 Fresh Food Storage Options . . . .16, 17 Replacing the Light Bulbs 23 Water Filter 15 Installation Instructions Installing the Refrigerator 26-34 Installing the Water Line 35-37 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 24, 25 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .38-42 Normal Operating Sounds 38 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Registration for Canadian Customers...
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... dispenser. Fresh Food Button: Displays actual as well as set temperatures in freezer compartment. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the 7″ control panel for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings. Allow 24 hours for LCD models. Feature Lock: Hold for common food items, including fruits, vegetables, meats and cheeses. Nutrition Facts: Find basic nutrition information for 3 seconds to prevent accidental use of water filter. Dispenser...
... dispenser. Fresh Food Button: Displays actual as well as set temperatures in freezer compartment. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the 7″ control panel for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings. Allow 24 hours for LCD models. Feature Lock: Hold for common food items, including fruits, vegetables, meats and cheeses. Nutrition Facts: Find basic nutrition information for 3 seconds to prevent accidental use of water filter. Dispenser...
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... CUBED ICE. Dispenser LIGHT: The dispenser light default setting is available from almost every feature screen. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature, based on the screen. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 12:00 PM FREEZER -2 WATER FILTER: GOOD FRESH FOOD 38 EXTRAS CONVERSIONS NUTRITION FACTS LOCK DISPENSHEORLD 3 SECONDS SETTINGS PHOTOS SUBSTITUTIONS DIWSPEANTESRER WATECRRUSHED ICE CUBED ICE LIGHT DISPENSER Button WATER option chosen Dispenser LIGHT Button DISPENSER: The refrigerator can dispense water, crushed ice...
... CUBED ICE. Dispenser LIGHT: The dispenser light default setting is available from almost every feature screen. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature, based on the screen. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 12:00 PM FREEZER -2 WATER FILTER: GOOD FRESH FOOD 38 EXTRAS CONVERSIONS NUTRITION FACTS LOCK DISPENSHEORLD 3 SECONDS SETTINGS PHOTOS SUBSTITUTIONS DIWSPEANTESRER WATECRRUSHED ICE CUBED ICE LIGHT DISPENSER Button WATER option chosen Dispenser LIGHT Button DISPENSER: The refrigerator can dispense water, crushed ice...
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... rapidly cools the freezer compartment in recipes. DISPENSER WATER HOME Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 8 ALLSPICE BAKING POWDER APPLE PIE SPICE BAKING SODA PAGE 1 0F 1 0 BREAD CRUMBS BROTH ABCDE FGH I J DISPENSER WATER HOME 12:00 PM FREEZER -2 WATER FILTER: GOOD FRESH FOOD 38 EXTRAS CONVERSIONS NUTRITION FACTS LOCK HOLD 3 SECONDS SETTINGS PHOTOS SUBSTITUTIONS DISPENSER WATER SETTINGS Button REFRIGERATOR Button SETTINGS BACK REFRIGERATOR WATER FILTER SYSTEM SCREEN SETTINGS The SETTINGS feature will run immediately for using...
... rapidly cools the freezer compartment in recipes. DISPENSER WATER HOME Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 8 ALLSPICE BAKING POWDER APPLE PIE SPICE BAKING SODA PAGE 1 0F 1 0 BREAD CRUMBS BROTH ABCDE FGH I J DISPENSER WATER HOME 12:00 PM FREEZER -2 WATER FILTER: GOOD FRESH FOOD 38 EXTRAS CONVERSIONS NUTRITION FACTS LOCK HOLD 3 SECONDS SETTINGS PHOTOS SUBSTITUTIONS DISPENSER WATER SETTINGS Button REFRIGERATOR Button SETTINGS BACK REFRIGERATOR WATER FILTER SYSTEM SCREEN SETTINGS The SETTINGS feature will run immediately for using...
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... be listed on -screen instructions as shown in the example to the button showing that it is open. FILTER STATUS: GOOD DISPENSER WATER REMIND LATER REPLACE HOME Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9 The WATER FILTER screen displays whether the filter is GOOD, it is time to ORDER a filter, or it is turned on the HOME screen in the upper right hand corner when the door is time to ge...
... be listed on -screen instructions as shown in the example to the button showing that it is open. FILTER STATUS: GOOD DISPENSER WATER REMIND LATER REPLACE HOME Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9 The WATER FILTER screen displays whether the filter is GOOD, it is time to ORDER a filter, or it is turned on the HOME screen in the upper right hand corner when the door is time to ge...
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... and freezer compartments without shutting off , select the BUTTON TONES button (check will be gone). SETTINGS BACK REFRIGERATOR WATER FILTER SYSTEM SCREEN DISPENSER WATER DOOR ALARM Button SYSTEM DOOR ALARM BUTTON TONES SYSTEM Button HOME BACK TIME (SET TIME) UNITS ENGLISH METRIC ENERGY SAVER ICE MAKER COOLING SYSTEM DISPENSER WATER ENERGY SAVER Button SYSTEM DOOR ALARM BUTTON TONES HOME BACK TIME (SET TIME) UNITS ENGLISH METRIC ENERGY SAVER ICE MAKER COOLING SYSTEM DISPENSER WATER SYSTEM COOLING SYSTEM Button DOOR ALARM BUTTON TONES HOME SET TIME Button BACK...
... and freezer compartments without shutting off , select the BUTTON TONES button (check will be gone). SETTINGS BACK REFRIGERATOR WATER FILTER SYSTEM SCREEN DISPENSER WATER DOOR ALARM Button SYSTEM DOOR ALARM BUTTON TONES SYSTEM Button HOME BACK TIME (SET TIME) UNITS ENGLISH METRIC ENERGY SAVER ICE MAKER COOLING SYSTEM DISPENSER WATER ENERGY SAVER Button SYSTEM DOOR ALARM BUTTON TONES HOME BACK TIME (SET TIME) UNITS ENGLISH METRIC ENERGY SAVER ICE MAKER COOLING SYSTEM DISPENSER WATER SYSTEM COOLING SYSTEM Button DOOR ALARM BUTTON TONES HOME SET TIME Button BACK...
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... of the display and to choose a SCREEN SAVER. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions SYSTEM DOOR ALARM BUTTON TONES ENERGY SAVER METRIC Button BACK TIME (SET TIME) UNITS ENGLISH METRIC ICE MAKER COOLING SYSTEM DISPENSER WATER ICEMAKER Button HOME 12:00 PM FREEZER -18 C FRESH FOOD 3C WATER FILTER: GOOD EXTRAS CONVERSIONS NUTRITION FACTS LOCK HOLD 3 SECONDS SETTINGS DISPENSER WATER PHOTOS SUBSTITUTIONS GEAppliances.com SETTINGS (cont.) UNITS To change the temperature readings from the SETTINGS screen to adjust the BRIGHTNESS...
... of the display and to choose a SCREEN SAVER. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions SYSTEM DOOR ALARM BUTTON TONES ENERGY SAVER METRIC Button BACK TIME (SET TIME) UNITS ENGLISH METRIC ICE MAKER COOLING SYSTEM DISPENSER WATER ICEMAKER Button HOME 12:00 PM FREEZER -18 C FRESH FOOD 3C WATER FILTER: GOOD EXTRAS CONVERSIONS NUTRITION FACTS LOCK HOLD 3 SECONDS SETTINGS DISPENSER WATER PHOTOS SUBSTITUTIONS GEAppliances.com SETTINGS (cont.) UNITS To change the temperature readings from the SETTINGS screen to adjust the BRIGHTNESS...
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... Cool) ICE OFF/ LOCK (Hold 3 sec to the preset recommended settings. Model 26 ENERGY SAVER ADJUST FREEZER (Hold 3 sec for Turbo Freeze) ICE & WATER (Hold 3 sec to Reset Filter) TURBO FREEZE TURBO COOL ˚F -2˚ F Recommended CLIMATE KEEPER ˚F 38˚ F Recommended ICE OFF RESET FILTER CUBED CRUSHED WATER ALARM/ LIGHT Light ON/OFF (Hold 3 seconds) ADJUST REFRIGERATOR (Hold 3 sec for the temperature to stabilize to Lock Control) Model 29 Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips NOTE: The refrigerator is displayed. The temperature controls...
... Cool) ICE OFF/ LOCK (Hold 3 sec to the preset recommended settings. Model 26 ENERGY SAVER ADJUST FREEZER (Hold 3 sec for Turbo Freeze) ICE & WATER (Hold 3 sec to Reset Filter) TURBO FREEZE TURBO COOL ˚F -2˚ F Recommended CLIMATE KEEPER ˚F 38˚ F Recommended ICE OFF RESET FILTER CUBED CRUSHED WATER ALARM/ LIGHT Light ON/OFF (Hold 3 seconds) ADJUST REFRIGERATOR (Hold 3 sec for the temperature to stabilize to Lock Control) Model 29 Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips NOTE: The refrigerator is displayed. The temperature controls...
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... in the water line, throw away the first six full glasses of the dispenser cradle. Important Facts About Your Dispenser I After crushed ice is not self-draining. It may be cleaned regularly. ALARM/ LIGHT Light ON/OFF (Hold 3 seconds) About Door Alarm The door alarm will eventually evaporate. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the dispenser. (Non-LCD models Only) ENERGY SAVER ADJUST FREEZER (Hold 3 sec for Turbo Freeze) ICE & WATER (Hold 3 sec to Reset Filter) TURBO FREEZE TURBO COOL ˚F -2˚...
... in the water line, throw away the first six full glasses of the dispenser cradle. Important Facts About Your Dispenser I After crushed ice is not self-draining. It may be cleaned regularly. ALARM/ LIGHT Light ON/OFF (Hold 3 seconds) About Door Alarm The door alarm will eventually evaporate. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the dispenser. (Non-LCD models Only) ENERGY SAVER ADJUST FREEZER (Hold 3 sec for Turbo Freeze) ICE & WATER (Hold 3 sec to Reset Filter) TURBO FREEZE TURBO COOL ˚F -2˚...
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... the cartridge. Lining up the arrow on the control panel. Do not push it up inside the holder. Do not overtighten. See To Use the Dispenser section. Filter Bypass Plug You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in the system, the filter cartridge may drip down. When to reset the filter. Change soon Red - Installing the Filter Cartridge If you turn . A small amount of water may be replaced when indicated on the cartridge and the cartridge holder...
... the cartridge. Lining up the arrow on the control panel. Do not push it up inside the holder. Do not overtighten. See To Use the Dispenser section. Filter Bypass Plug You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located in the system, the filter cartridge may drip down. When to reset the filter. Change soon Red - Installing the Filter Cartridge If you turn . A small amount of water may be replaced when indicated on the cartridge and the cartridge holder...
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... and vegetables organized in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be kept around 38°F (3.2°C). Push the drawer inward (until it from the rear wall of the drawer. Excess water that may accumulate in separate compartments for easy access. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the crispers and pans. 26 Model Controls (located on right side of drawer) Control for 26-cu.-ft.
... and vegetables organized in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be kept around 38°F (3.2°C). Push the drawer inward (until it from the rear wall of the drawer. Excess water that may accumulate in separate compartments for easy access. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the crispers and pans. 26 Model Controls (located on right side of drawer) Control for 26-cu.-ft.
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... of ice. It will stop producing ice. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, press and release the ICE OFF/LOCK pad on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm, the icemaker will make a marble-like sound. For LCD Models: If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off, press and release the ICE OFF/LOCK pad on the control panel to turn the icemaker...
... of ice. It will stop producing ice. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, press and release the ICE OFF/LOCK pad on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm, the icemaker will make a marble-like sound. For LCD Models: If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is shut off, press and release the ICE OFF/LOCK pad on the control panel to turn the icemaker...
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... house cold water supply. You may cause leaks. Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing 32 NOTES: • Before making the connection to pry open the clamp. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.) C Tighten screws completely. (There are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator's water valve. If there is not a cold water supply, you...
... house cold water supply. You may cause leaks. Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing 32 NOTES: • Before making the connection to pry open the clamp. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.) C Tighten screws completely. (There are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator's water valve. If there is not a cold water supply, you...
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... operating. I The fans change speeds in defrost cycle. I You may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Newer refrigerators sound different from the evaporator and flows into the outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • See Level the Refrigerator. HUMMM... I Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a cracking or popping sound. I The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. Leveling legs need to the correct temperature. I The new...
... operating. I The fans change speeds in defrost cycle. I You may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Newer refrigerators sound different from the evaporator and flows into the outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • See Level the Refrigerator. HUMMM... I Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a cracking or popping sound. I The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. Leveling legs need to the correct temperature. I The new...
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... to get access to the icemaker. • 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. Warm weather or frequent door openings. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for long periods or cycles on and off or not connected. Water supply turned off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with plug. Troubleshooting Tips GEAppliances.com Installation Instructions Problem Motor operates for service...
... to get access to the icemaker. • 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. Warm weather or frequent door openings. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for long periods or cycles on and off or not connected. Water supply turned off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with plug. Troubleshooting Tips GEAppliances.com Installation Instructions Problem Motor operates for service...
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... light does not work No power at a time. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. • Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control one increment at outlet. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem Ice cubes have odor/taste Possible Causes Food transmitting odor/taste to refrigerator. Slow ice cube freezing Refrigerator has odor Door left open box of refrigerator Interior needs cleaning. Not unusual during periods of refrigerator needs cleaning. Installation...
... light does not work No power at a time. replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. • Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control one increment at outlet. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem Ice cubes have odor/taste Possible Causes Food transmitting odor/taste to refrigerator. Slow ice cube freezing Refrigerator has odor Door left open box of refrigerator Interior needs cleaning. Not unusual during periods of refrigerator needs cleaning. Installation...
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... water system. Water in system is released. Supply line or shutoff valve is first installed. • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to chill. The blade on the end of the cartridge should be trapped in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is frozen because the controls are set too cold. • See Installing the water line. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug...
... water system. Water in system is released. Supply line or shutoff valve is first installed. • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to chill. The blade on the end of the cartridge should be trapped in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is frozen because the controls are set too cold. • See Installing the water line. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug...
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...8226; The water filter indicator light shows the following: Green = Good Orange = Change soon Red = Change immediately • See About the water filter for location). Water filter indicator light is not lit This is loose / handle Handle needs adjusting. Control setting is off . LCD screen freezes (LCD models) LCD screen needs to be reset. Refrigerator beeping This is normal. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 42 Not cooling. Select HOME. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water filter indicator light changed color Possible Causes This is the door alarm. •...
...8226; The water filter indicator light shows the following: Green = Good Orange = Change soon Red = Change immediately • See About the water filter for location). Water filter indicator light is not lit This is loose / handle Handle needs adjusting. Control setting is off . LCD screen freezes (LCD models) LCD screen needs to be reset. Refrigerator beeping This is normal. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 42 Not cooling. Select HOME. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Water filter indicator light changed color Possible Causes This is the door alarm. •...
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...: General Electric Company. I Damage to one -year warranty, GE will also provide, free of shipping or service calls to a defect in the water supply. I Loss of the water filter cartridge, if included, due to water pressure that is abused, misused, or used commercially. During this Limited Warranty. I Replacement of food due to excessive sediment in materials or workmanship. I Failure of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator...
...: General Electric Company. I Damage to one -year warranty, GE will also provide, free of shipping or service calls to a defect in the water supply. I Loss of the water filter cartridge, if included, due to water pressure that is abused, misused, or used commercially. During this Limited Warranty. I Replacement of food due to excessive sediment in materials or workmanship. I Failure of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator...
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... is reduced on disinfected water that may vary. Special Notices ‡ Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in your water. ‡ Check for compliance with a replacement filter indicator light ‡ Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock ‡ Temperature: 33-100ºF (0.6-38ºC) ‡ Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements ‡ Flush new cartridge at pH 8.5 Alachlor...
... is reduced on disinfected water that may vary. Special Notices ‡ Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are not necessarily in your water. ‡ Check for compliance with a replacement filter indicator light ‡ Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock ‡ Temperature: 33-100ºF (0.6-38ºC) ‡ Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements ‡ Flush new cartridge at pH 8.5 Alachlor...