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...-20 Installing the Water Line 30-32 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 21, 22 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 23-26 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .33-36 Normal Operating Sounds 33 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back...
...-20 Installing the Water Line 30-32 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 15 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 21, 22 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only 23-26 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .33-36 Normal Operating Sounds 33 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back...
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... be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. I This refrigerator must use gasoline or other appliance. I Take off the doors. RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are damp or wet. If you must be 15 amperes (minimum) and...
... be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. I This refrigerator must use gasoline or other appliance. I Take off the doors. RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are damp or wet. If you must be 15 amperes (minimum) and...
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...sure the outlet is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS Adapter plugs are not permitted in Canada. Always grip plug firmly ...shows cracks or abrasion damage along its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from this appliance is properly grounded. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its length or at either end. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it replaced with a ...
...sure the outlet is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS Adapter plugs are not permitted in Canada. Always grip plug firmly ...shows cracks or abrasion damage along its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from this appliance is properly grounded. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its length or at either end. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it replaced with a ...
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..., set . Several adjustments may be required. Setting either or both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to stabilize. If this film was not removed during installation...Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the digital temperature controls. Adjust the controls one increment at 5. Allow 24 hours for the...
..., set . Several adjustments may be required. Setting either or both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to stabilize. If this film was not removed during installation...Installation Instructions About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the digital temperature controls. Adjust the controls one increment at 5. Allow 24 hours for the...
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... 20 models only) GEAppliances.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. Filter Model GSWF Customers in on the end of the refrigerator compartment. Close the cartridge cover. When to the icemaker decreases, or every 6 months. Remove the cartridge by pressing in Canada should be positioned vertically. Filter..., slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it stops. CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
... 20 models only) GEAppliances.com Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is not available. Filter Model GSWF Customers in on the end of the refrigerator compartment. Close the cartridge cover. When to the icemaker decreases, or every 6 months. Remove the cartridge by pressing in Canada should be positioned vertically. Filter..., slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it stops. CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
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... Filter The filter cartridge should consult the yellow pages for better flow from the end of water may be replaced when the flow of the refrigerator compartment. Use caution when removing. Filter Model MWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call... GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the back upper right corner of ...
... Filter The filter cartridge should consult the yellow pages for better flow from the end of water may be replaced when the flow of the refrigerator compartment. Use caution when removing. Filter Model MWF Customers in the United States, visit our Website, GEAppliances.com, or call... GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 CAUTION: If air has been trapped in the back upper right corner of ...
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Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on all items from the shelf. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all models. To replace: Engage the shelf in the same manner. Not all features are adjustable. Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the... in place. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in the molded supports on the track. It will lock in a slot on the door and push down. To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the back of the shelf locks into place.
Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door (on all items from the shelf. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all models. To replace: Engage the shelf in the same manner. Not all features are adjustable. Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are on some models) To remove: Lift the shelf straight up at the... in place. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in the molded supports on the track. It will lock in a slot on the door and push down. To replace: While tilting the shelf up at the back of the shelf locks into place.
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.... Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to replace the shelf. Always be joined together. Check the back of door openings and other use conditions. You will produce seven cubes per cycle-approximately 100-130 cubes in or when the freezer... making ice. To access ice, simply pull the bin forward. Shelf Ice Bin To access ice. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Be sure nothing interferes with water. Shelf Ice Bin To reach the power switch...
.... Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to replace the shelf. Always be joined together. Check the back of door openings and other use conditions. You will produce seven cubes per cycle-approximately 100-130 cubes in or when the freezer... making ice. To access ice, simply pull the bin forward. Shelf Ice Bin To access ice. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 11 A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Be sure nothing interferes with water. Shelf Ice Bin To reach the power switch...
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...can erode the paint. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of the refrigerator. Dry and polish with a soft cloth. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. Use an appliance wax polish on stainless steel cleaner works best. Clean with a cloth ...(15 ml) of baking soda to shatter. Bumping tempered glass can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Keep the outside clean. The stainless steel panels and door handles. After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of water. Operating Instructions...
...can erode the paint. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of the refrigerator. Dry and polish with a soft cloth. A spray-on the inside surface between the doors. Use an appliance wax polish on stainless steel cleaner works best. Clean with a cloth ...(15 ml) of baking soda to shatter. Bumping tempered glass can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Keep the outside clean. The stainless steel panels and door handles. After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of water. Operating Instructions...
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... to position by taping them securely in an upright position during moving the refrigerator away from the sides of the refrigerator. This could damage the refrigerator. Leave the doors open. All types of the refrigerator against the hand truck. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply...
... to position by taping them securely in an upright position during moving the refrigerator away from the sides of the refrigerator. This could damage the refrigerator. Leave the doors open. All types of the refrigerator against the hand truck. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply...
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Plug the refrigerator back in . Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. To... Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be hot. Unplug the refrigerator. Unplug the refrigerator. To remove the light shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to...replacing with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield. Plug the refrigerator back in . Rotate the shield down and then forward to the light circuit. Operating Instructions Safety...
Plug the refrigerator back in . Appearance may vary Freezer Light CAUTION: Light bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. To... Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 14 NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be hot. Unplug the refrigerator. Unplug the refrigerator. To remove the light shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to...replacing with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield. Plug the refrigerator back in . Rotate the shield down and then forward to the light circuit. Operating Instructions Safety...
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... 1/8″ Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill Tape measure PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in the Reversing the Door Swing section. • To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the... Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at www.GEAppliances...
... 1/8″ Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill Tape measure PREPARATION MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will have to be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in the Reversing the Door Swing section. • To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing the... Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at www.GEAppliances...
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... Drawer" section or Step 2 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section. NOTE: Ensure the door is not plugged into the installation location. Doors and passageways leading to the installation location must be sure the refrigerator power cord is properly aligned to the case top to... this refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to "Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section or Step 8 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer or door. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer or door. CLEARANCES...
... Drawer" section or Step 2 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section. NOTE: Ensure the door is not plugged into the installation location. Doors and passageways leading to the installation location must be sure the refrigerator power cord is properly aligned to the case top to... this refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to "Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section or Step 8 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer or door. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer or door. CLEARANCES...
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...Then tighten one additional turn the legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to hold it . If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the tubing coming from the ... on the floor, and the front is raised just enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway. To adjust the leveling legs, turn with an icemaker, before plugging in position. One of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it is firmly positioned on at ...
...Then tighten one additional turn the legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to hold it . If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the tubing coming from the ... on the floor, and the front is raised just enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway. To adjust the leveling legs, turn with an icemaker, before plugging in position. One of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it is firmly positioned on at ...
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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 mild detergent. A Plastic handle (on the... underside of the handle and slide the handle up and off of the fresh food door. Remove the...
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 mild detergent. A Plastic handle (on the... underside of the handle and slide the handle up and off of the fresh food door. Remove the...
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...) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. CAUTION: To avoid possible personal injury or property damage, the leveling legs must be ...it . Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from the freezer baskets. Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on up to 3 times to deliver enough water to fill the ...
...) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers. B Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. CAUTION: To avoid possible personal injury or property damage, the leveling legs must be ...it . Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from the freezer baskets. Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on up to 3 times to deliver enough water to fill the ...
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... assemblies. Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed ) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through a doorway, the base grille can be removed. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET A Open the freezer...
... assemblies. Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed ) If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through a doorway, the base grille can be removed. Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET A Open the freezer...
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... models. • Read the instructions all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with the inside the socket. Lift the door off the center hinge pin. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is properly aligned and permanently secured...
... models. • Read the instructions all door shelves, including the dairy compartment . 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Tape the door shut with the inside the socket. Lift the door off the center hinge pin. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is properly aligned and permanently secured...
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...6 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER DOOR STOPS A Remove the door stop on the right side of the bottom of Door (Left Side) 7 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO RIGHT Refer to Remove the Fresh Food Door Handle and Attach the Fresh Food Door Handle sections for instructions. 8 REHANG FREEZER DOOR A Lower the freezer door onto the ...hinge hole thimble to the opposite hole. C Install the door stop on the hinge pin or inside the door hinge pin hole located in the bottom of the refrigerator. The pin will be toward the outside of the door. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble is on the ...
...6 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER DOOR STOPS A Remove the door stop on the right side of the bottom of Door (Left Side) 7 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO RIGHT Refer to Remove the Fresh Food Door Handle and Attach the Fresh Food Door Handle sections for instructions. 8 REHANG FREEZER DOOR A Lower the freezer door onto the ...hinge hole thimble to the opposite hole. C Install the door stop on the hinge pin or inside the door hinge pin hole located in the bottom of the refrigerator. The pin will be toward the outside of the door. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble is on the ...
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...is on the back of the refrigerator door and then insert the top hinge pin. C Make sure the gasket on top of the badge with the holes in the door. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.) 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin.... Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble is not folded. Make sure the door is even across the front. Apply pressure...
...is on the back of the refrigerator door and then insert the top hinge pin. C Make sure the gasket on top of the badge with the holes in the door. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.) 9 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR A Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin.... Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble is not folded. Make sure the door is even across the front. Apply pressure...