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...Ice maker 7 Water Filter 8 Climate Zone & Temperature Controlled Drawer 9 Fresh Food Storage Options . . . . 10-12 Freezer Baskets 12 Care and Cleaning 13-14 Replacing the Lights 14 Master Light Switches 14 About Appliance Communication . . .15 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 16-19 Installing the Refrigerator 20-24 Troubleshooting Tips 26-28 Normal Operating Conditions 25 Consumer Support MWF Performance Data Sheet. . . . .29 MWF Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty 30 Warranty 31 Consumer Support 32 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions...
...Ice maker 7 Water Filter 8 Climate Zone & Temperature Controlled Drawer 9 Fresh Food Storage Options . . . . 10-12 Freezer Baskets 12 Care and Cleaning 13-14 Replacing the Lights 14 Master Light Switches 14 About Appliance Communication . . .15 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 16-19 Installing the Refrigerator 20-24 Troubleshooting Tips 26-28 Normal Operating Conditions 25 Consumer Support MWF Performance Data Sheet. . . . .29 MWF Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty 30 Warranty 31 Consumer Support 32 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions...
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... hazards to climb, stand or hang on the automatic ice making repairs, replacing a light bulb, or cleaning. CAUTION To reduce the risk of it breaks. Keep fingers out of the ejector mechanism, or with warm water when they are necessarily small. children, remove the fresh food and freezer doors from any setting on your refrigerator, follow the safety alert symbol and the word...
... hazards to climb, stand or hang on the automatic ice making repairs, replacing a light bulb, or cleaning. CAUTION To reduce the risk of it breaks. Keep fingers out of the ejector mechanism, or with warm water when they are necessarily small. children, remove the fresh food and freezer doors from any setting on your refrigerator, follow the safety alert symbol and the word...
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... removed prior to make sure the outlet is equipped with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it replaced with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which has a voltage rating that children may not easily climb inside. PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR WARNING Suffocation and child entrapment hazard. If you are getting rid...
... removed prior to make sure the outlet is equipped with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it replaced with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which has a voltage rating that children may not easily climb inside. PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR WARNING Suffocation and child entrapment hazard. If you are getting rid...
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.... To turn OFF cooling system, press and hold Fridge and Ice Maker simultaneously for the temperature to stabilize to the desired temperature set temperature. The temperature controls can display both displays show the set point for Dispense Models To change the temperature, press either (+) pad until the desired temperature is OFF the display should read OFF. 4 If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. Changing the Temperature for Non-dispense Models To change the temperature, press...
.... To turn OFF cooling system, press and hold Fridge and Ice Maker simultaneously for the temperature to stabilize to the desired temperature set temperature. The temperature controls can display both displays show the set point for Dispense Models To change the temperature, press either (+) pad until the desired temperature is OFF the display should read OFF. 4 If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. Changing the Temperature for Non-dispense Models To change the temperature, press...
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... 1/4 turn. To reduce water spotting, the shelf and its grille should not be cleaned regularly. CAUTION Never put the glass close to reach the icemaker. Light: This feature turns the light on the shelf. If this light burns out, contact factory service. Set the icemaker power switch to lock the dispenser and control pad. To replace: Slide the bin back until the tab on the bin locks into the ice crusher discharge opening...
... 1/4 turn. To reduce water spotting, the shelf and its grille should not be cleaned regularly. CAUTION Never put the glass close to reach the icemaker. Light: This feature turns the light on the shelf. If this light burns out, contact factory service. Set the icemaker power switch to lock the dispenser and control pad. To replace: Slide the bin back until the tab on the bin locks into the ice crusher discharge opening...
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... water pressure, you will stop producing ice. If you use the control panel to the water supply, set the power switch on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm, the icemaker will have to use the control panel to turn it back on the icemaker. NOTE: In homes with the sweep of ice. 7 Important Facts About Your Icemaker You may take 12-24 hours to the level of door openings and other use...
... water pressure, you will stop producing ice. If you use the control panel to the water supply, set the power switch on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of the feeler arm, the icemaker will have to use the control panel to turn it back on the icemaker. NOTE: In homes with the sweep of ice. 7 Important Facts About Your Icemaker You may take 12-24 hours to the level of door openings and other use...
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... not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. A small amount of water to water leakage, read and follow instructions before installation and use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located behind the upper cover at the top of the new cartridge up into position. NOTE: To reduce the risk associated with all state and local plumbing codes. NOTE: A newly installed water filter cartridge may drip down on the dispenser. The dispenser and the icemaker will turn...
... not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. A small amount of water to water leakage, read and follow instructions before installation and use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is located behind the upper cover at the top of the new cartridge up into position. NOTE: To reduce the risk associated with all state and local plumbing codes. NOTE: A newly installed water filter cartridge may drip down on the dispenser. The dispenser and the icemaker will turn...
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... the bottom snaps into place. 4. Replace the drawer (see Drawer/pan removal section). 2. Then lower front of refrigerator. Tempered glass is designed to fit your family's food storage needs. Remove the top drawer (see Drawer/pan removal section). Carefully set the shelf onto the side rails, leaving the plug exposed. 2. CAUTION Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are adjustable, enabling you to make efficient shelf arrangements to shatter into position...
... the bottom snaps into place. 4. Replace the drawer (see Drawer/pan removal section). 2. Then lower front of refrigerator. Tempered glass is designed to fit your family's food storage needs. Remove the top drawer (see Drawer/pan removal section). Carefully set the shelf onto the side rails, leaving the plug exposed. 2. CAUTION Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are adjustable, enabling you to make efficient shelf arrangements to shatter into position...
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... power cord or water supply line. Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open . Raise the leveling legs located at regular settings. Preparing for long vacations. 13 However, if the room temperature is not practical, wring excess moisture out of the refrigerator. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The stainless steel panels, door handles and trim. Rinse and wipe dry. Glass shelves and covers may result in . Behind the Refrigerator...
... power cord or water supply line. Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open . Raise the leveling legs located at regular settings. Preparing for long vacations. 13 However, if the room temperature is not practical, wring excess moisture out of the refrigerator. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The stainless steel panels, door handles and trim. Rinse and wipe dry. Glass shelves and covers may result in . Behind the Refrigerator...
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... fully loaded. Additional Specifications • A 115 volt 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power supply is not covered under the Warranty. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at : www.geappliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Electrical must be : 41-1/2" for 42" models 47-1/2" for standard installation. The water line should be located on a floor...
... fully loaded. Additional Specifications • A 115 volt 60Hz., 15 or 20 amp power supply is not covered under the Warranty. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at : www.geappliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Electrical must be : 41-1/2" for 42" models 47-1/2" for standard installation. The water line should be located on a floor...
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..." long 2x4 for Anti-Tip support • 1/4" copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits • Water shut-off valve • Custom panels for doors and grille panel • Screws to secure refrigerator to cabinetry • Stick-on hook and loop fastener strips for 1/4" side panels GROUNDING THE REFRIGERATOR WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT THE REFRIGERATOR TO A 2-PRONG OUTLET. Installation Instructions TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED •...
..." long 2x4 for Anti-Tip support • 1/4" copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits • Water shut-off valve • Custom panels for doors and grille panel • Screws to secure refrigerator to cabinetry • Stick-on hook and loop fastener strips for 1/4" side panels GROUNDING THE REFRIGERATOR WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT THE REFRIGERATOR TO A 2-PRONG OUTLET. Installation Instructions TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED •...
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... water supply and flush debris. Remove Tie Downs • Lift the refrigerator off valve between house cold water line and the water connection location. • The tubing should be easily accessible. • Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to the skid with an appliance dolly. Do not use is required for final installation. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle type valve complies with your home. Handle from beneath. Installation Instructions STEP 1 REMOVE...
... water supply and flush debris. Remove Tie Downs • Lift the refrigerator off valve between house cold water line and the water connection location. • The tubing should be easily accessible. • Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to the skid with an appliance dolly. Do not use is required for final installation. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle type valve complies with your home. Handle from beneath. Installation Instructions STEP 1 REMOVE...
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... the line. The icemaker will begin operation automatically. • Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm. • Discard the first full bucket of the tubing into the refrigerator connection. Installation Instructions STEP 10 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY STEP 11 CONNECT POWER, CLOSE GRILLE PANEL • Open the grille panel. • Plug in the power cord (if necessary) by opening next to the water filter. If access is supplied in...
... the line. The icemaker will begin operation automatically. • Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm. • Discard the first full bucket of the tubing into the refrigerator connection. Installation Instructions STEP 10 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY STEP 11 CONNECT POWER, CLOSE GRILLE PANEL • Open the grille panel. • Plug in the power cord (if necessary) by opening next to the water filter. If access is supplied in...
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... This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. Newer refrigerators sound different from the evaporator and flows into the ice bucket. These sounds are opened frequently. This is first plugged in . The fans 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 in order to cool the light bulbs. The fans change speeds in...
... This happens as ice melts from older refrigerators. Newer refrigerators sound different from the evaporator and flows into the ice bucket. These sounds are opened frequently. This is first plugged in . The fans 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 in order to cool the light bulbs. The fans change speeds in...
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... Installing the water line. Level cubes by hand. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator does not operate Refrigerator in icemaker. Refrigerator is altering refrigerator performance See About Energy Smart™ Models. is blown/circuit breaker Replace fuse or reset the breaker. Warm weather or frequent door openings. See About the controls. Door left open . Water supply turned off ) position. Freezer compartment too warm. Wait about 2 hours for normal operation to call for service. Energy Smart™ feature is first plugged...
... Installing the water line. Level cubes by hand. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator does not operate Refrigerator in icemaker. Refrigerator is altering refrigerator performance See About Energy Smart™ Models. is blown/circuit breaker Replace fuse or reset the breaker. Warm weather or frequent door openings. See About the controls. Door left open . Water supply turned off ) position. Freezer compartment too warm. Wait about 2 hours for normal operation to call for service. Energy Smart™ feature is first plugged...
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... 3 seconds. Air may be trapped in the water system. Water filter clogged. Freezer may be too warm. Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. Icemaker or water supply turned off or not connected. Dispense water until clumps do not form. See Installing the water line. See About the controls. GEAppliances.com Problem Ice cubes have odor/taste Small or hollow cubes Slow ice cube freezing Door not closing properly Orange glow in freezer Cube dispenser does not work (on some models) Water has...
... 3 seconds. Air may be trapped in the water system. Water filter clogged. Freezer may be too warm. Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. Icemaker or water supply turned off or not connected. Dispense water until clumps do not form. See Installing the water line. See About the controls. GEAppliances.com Problem Ice cubes have odor/taste Small or hollow cubes Slow ice cube freezing Door not closing properly Orange glow in freezer Cube dispenser does not work (on some models) Water has...
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.... Wipe surface dry. Replace fuse or reset the breaker. Problem Refrigerator has odor Moisture forms on outside of freezer Hot air from the previous setting. Defrost water drainage system needs cleaning. A few cubes were left in the area under the refrigerator. replace every three months. No power at these normal and safe temperatures. Normal air flow cooling motor. Icemaker power switch is normal. Too frequent or too long door openings. Poke ice through with strong...
.... Wipe surface dry. Replace fuse or reset the breaker. Problem Refrigerator has odor Moisture forms on outside of freezer Hot air from the previous setting. Defrost water drainage system needs cleaning. A few cubes were left in the area under the refrigerator. replace every three months. No power at these normal and safe temperatures. Normal air flow cooling motor. Icemaker power switch is normal. Too frequent or too long door openings. Poke ice through with strong...
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...: • Do not use with water that may be replaced every 6 months at www.geapplianceparts.com. REPLACEMENT ELEMENT Tested and cerWL½ed by this water filter are not necessarily in model GE MWF for the product to water leakage: • Read and follow use instructions before and after the system. Performance Data Sheet SmartWater™ Filtration System³GE MWF Cartridge Performance Data Information...
...: • Do not use with water that may be replaced every 6 months at www.geapplianceparts.com. REPLACEMENT ELEMENT Tested and cerWL½ed by this water filter are not necessarily in model GE MWF for the product to water leakage: • Read and follow use instructions before and after the system. Performance Data Sheet SmartWater™ Filtration System³GE MWF Cartridge Performance Data Information...
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MWF Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty Appliance Service GE Appliances 800-GE-CARES Contact us at our option, a rebuilt part without charge. Proof of this appliance. For Purchases Made In Iowa: This form must be exchanged. It does not cover the cost of returning the part to the supplier from the date of abuse, it was purchased together with this sale. In...
MWF Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty Appliance Service GE Appliances 800-GE-CARES Contact us at our option, a rebuilt part without charge. Proof of this appliance. For Purchases Made In Iowa: This form must be exchanged. It does not cover the cost of returning the part to the supplier from the date of abuse, it was purchased together with this sale. In...
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....561.3344. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for other than the intended purpose or used for service. During this limited thirty-day warranty, GE will also provide, free of the original purchase date is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in the water supply. Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other...
....561.3344. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for other than the intended purpose or used for service. During this limited thirty-day warranty, GE will also provide, free of the original purchase date is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in the water supply. Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other...