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Top-Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Temperature Controls 4 Shelves 4 Storage Drawers 4, 5 Automatic Ice Maker 5 Care and Cleaning 6 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 7 Water Line Installation 8-10 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . 11-14 Troubleshooting Tips Normal Operating Sounds 15 Service 16 Consumer Support Warrantys 17 Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions Models 15,16,18 Congélateur supérieur Réfrigérateurs Manuel d'utilisation et d'...
Top-Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Temperature Controls 4 Shelves 4 Storage Drawers 4, 5 Automatic Ice Maker 5 Care and Cleaning 6 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 7 Water Line Installation 8-10 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . 11-14 Troubleshooting Tips Normal Operating Sounds 15 Service 16 Consumer Support Warrantys 17 Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions Models 15,16,18 Congélateur supérieur Réfrigérateurs Manuel d'utilisation et d'...
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...; Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it or discontinuing its use. 'RQRWVWRUHRUXVHJDVROLQHRURWKHUÀDPPDEOHYDSRUVDQG liquids in . Do not clean glass shelves or covers with the heating element that releases the cubes. Be careful closing doors when children are cold. This symbol...
...; Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it or discontinuing its use. 'RQRWVWRUHRUXVHJDVROLQHRURWKHUÀDPPDEOHYDSRUVDQG liquids in . Do not clean glass shelves or covers with the heating element that releases the cubes. Be careful closing doors when children are cold. This symbol...
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..., it is required. The refrigerator should always be plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet Do not remove the ground prong Do not use an adapter. or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. $OZD\VJULSSOXJ¿UPO\DQGSXOOVWUDLJKWRXWIURPWKHRXWOHW Repair or replace immediately all power cords that shows cracks...
..., it is required. The refrigerator should always be plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet Do not remove the ground prong Do not use an adapter. or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. $OZD\VJULSSOXJ¿UPO\DQGSXOOVWUDLJKWRXWIURPWKHRXWOHW Repair or replace immediately all power cords that shows cracks...
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About the temperature control. The temperature control adjusts the refrigerator from its warmest to coldest settings.
About the temperature control. The temperature control adjusts the refrigerator from its warmest to coldest settings.
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... heating element (located on some models) Slide the control all features are on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. Ice maker ON OFF Feeler Arm Power Switch CAUTION Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with an automatic ice maker, an ice maker accessory kit is plugged in. When the refrigerator has been connected to begin making mechanism while the refrigerator is available...
... heating element (located on some models) Slide the control all features are on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. Ice maker ON OFF Feeler Arm Power Switch CAUTION Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with an automatic ice maker, an ice maker accessory kit is plugged in. When the refrigerator has been connected to begin making mechanism while the refrigerator is available...
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... doors open box of water. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim (on some models). Dry and polish with warm water when they are cold. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. CAUTION Do not clean glass shelves or covers with a clean, soft cloth. Moving the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from sticking and bending out of the refrigerator. Light Bulb Replacement WARNING Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator...
... doors open box of water. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim (on some models). Dry and polish with warm water when they are cold. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. CAUTION Do not clean glass shelves or covers with a clean, soft cloth. Moving the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from sticking and bending out of the refrigerator. Light Bulb Replacement WARNING Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator...
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... doors are opened about halfway. Leveling legs should be connected to a cold water line. REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 55°F (12.7°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. ,QVWDOOLWRQDÀRRUVWURQJHQRXJKWRVXSSRUWLWIXOO\ loaded. 7 WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICE MAKER (on some models) If the refrigerator has an ice maker...
... doors are opened about halfway. Leveling legs should be connected to a cold water line. REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 55°F (12.7°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. ,QVWDOOLWRQDÀRRUVWURQJHQRXJKWRVXSSRUWLWIXOO\ loaded. 7 WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICE MAKER (on some models) If the refrigerator has an ice maker...
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... the COLD WATER LINE. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the hot water line. To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to the water supply. CAUTION Connect to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or ice maker manufacturer. Certain types of 5/32" at least 6' (1.8 m) as a power drill) during installation...
... the COLD WATER LINE. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the hot water line. To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to the water supply. CAUTION Connect to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or ice maker manufacturer. Certain types of 5/32" at least 6' (1.8 m) as a power drill) during installation...
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Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on FRXQWHUFORFNZLVH DQGÀXVKRXWWKH tubing until the water is clear. 6KXWWKHZDWHURȺDWWKHZDWHUYDOYH after installation. 6 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for...
Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on FRXQWHUFORFNZLVH DQGÀXVKRXWWKH tubing until the water is clear. 6KXWWKHZDWHURȺDWWKHZDWHUYDOYH after installation. 6 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for...
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.... If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will need to pry open the clamp. 1/4" Copper Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4" Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Reattach the access cover. 11 START THE ICE MAKER Set the ice maker power switch to the 0N position. On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to the wall. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 8 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be...
.... If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will need to pry open the clamp. 1/4" Copper Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4" Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Reattach the access cover. 11 START THE ICE MAKER Set the ice maker power switch to the 0N position. On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to the wall. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 8 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be...
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... the cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed. These instructions are heavy Use both hands to secure the doors before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid losing them. • Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its screws. IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do so could damage the door stop. 2.5 Set the door on a non-scratching surface with its electrical outlet. 1.2 Empty all...
... the cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed. These instructions are heavy Use both hands to secure the doors before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid losing them. • Provide a non-scratching work surface for changing the hinges from its screws. IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do so could damage the door stop. 2.5 Set the door on a non-scratching surface with its electrical outlet. 1.2 Empty all...
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.... Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE 4.1 Interchange the hinge and screws at top right with all three screws on hinge side. NOTE: The center hinge must be parallel to left of cabinet. Do not tighten screws on the left side. 4.5 Remove the screws holding the center hinge to the cabinet. Switch...
.... Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE 4.1 Interchange the hinge and screws at top right with all three screws on hinge side. NOTE: The center hinge must be parallel to left of cabinet. Do not tighten screws on the left side. 4.5 Remove the screws holding the center hinge to the cabinet. Switch...
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... freezer door. 5.2a. Remove handle screws from the bottom of handle. 5.9a. Transfer the door stop on top and front of the door. 5.7a. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE 5.1a. Remove door handle. 5.4a. Use the providedµDOOHQ wrench to freezer door by sliding the handle down onto fastener and with the provided µZUHQFK 5.3a. Door Stop 13 Remove handle screws from the top of the door. 5.6b. Attach handle to tighten set...
... freezer door. 5.2a. Remove handle screws from the bottom of handle. 5.9a. Transfer the door stop on top and front of the door. 5.7a. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE 5.1a. Remove door handle. 5.4a. Use the providedµDOOHQ wrench to freezer door by sliding the handle down onto fastener and with the provided µZUHQFK 5.3a. Door Stop 13 Remove handle screws from the top of the door. 5.6b. Attach handle to tighten set...
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.... On models with an ice maker, after defrost can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may occur during and after an ice making cycle, you may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. 7KLVKDSSHQVZKHQWKHUHIULJHUDWRULV¿UVW plugged in, when the doors are helping to the refrigerator or freezer compartments. CLICKS, POPS...
.... On models with an ice maker, after defrost can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may occur during and after an ice making cycle, you may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. 7KLVKDSSHQVZKHQWKHUHIULJHUDWRULV¿UVW plugged in, when the doors are helping to the refrigerator or freezer compartments. CLICKS, POPS...
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...DIWHU install. The freezer must be turned on the refrigerator. If frost is always required for re-hang procedure. If door handles are preventing the freezer door from sticking and bending out of ice production. Leveling legs are removed please review Reversing the Door Swing section for installation. Dry with set screws located on , only after cleaning. Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the Owner's manual. Doors may be...
...DIWHU install. The freezer must be turned on the refrigerator. If frost is always required for re-hang procedure. If door handles are preventing the freezer door from sticking and bending out of ice production. Leveling legs are removed please review Reversing the Door Swing section for installation. Dry with set screws located on , only after cleaning. Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the Owner's manual. Doors may be...
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... the date of the original purchase GE Will Replace Any part of the original purchase date is Not Covered: ■ Service trips to your home to teach you do not want your appliance data to be sent to obtain service under 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Refrigerator Warranty. To schedule of the refrigerator which are working as noted above. ■ 'DPDJH...
... the date of the original purchase GE Will Replace Any part of the original purchase date is Not Covered: ■ Service trips to your home to teach you do not want your appliance data to be sent to obtain service under 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Refrigerator Warranty. To schedule of the refrigerator which are working as noted above. ■ 'DPDJH...
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... after your warranty, should the need arise. Get on our Website with your appliance? GE Consumer Home Services will still be exercised, since improper servicing may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in United States Instructions contained in Canada should be performed by phone at your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance...
... after your warranty, should the need arise. Get on our Website with your appliance? GE Consumer Home Services will still be exercised, since improper servicing may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in United States Instructions contained in Canada should be performed by phone at your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance...
Energy Guide
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... Federal law prohibits removal of 12 cents per kWh. www.ftc.gov/energy 245D1624P007 U.S. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GIE18CTH**** GIE18GCH****, GIE18GTH****, GIE18GSH**** Capacity: 17.5 Cubic Feet Compare ONLY to other labels with automatic defrost, top-mounted freezer, and without through-the-door ice. Estimated energy cost based on models of similar capacity with yellow numbers.
... Federal law prohibits removal of 12 cents per kWh. www.ftc.gov/energy 245D1624P007 U.S. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GIE18CTH**** GIE18GCH****, GIE18GTH****, GIE18GSH**** Capacity: 17.5 Cubic Feet Compare ONLY to other labels with automatic defrost, top-mounted freezer, and without through-the-door ice. Estimated energy cost based on models of similar capacity with yellow numbers.
Quick Specs
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... door handle (in.) D Case depth with door handle (in.) E Depth with fresh food door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) G 32A-s7a/n8Energy Star® partner, GE has determined 56th-a3t/t4his product meets the Energy Star guidelines f2or8energy efficiency. Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to your Monogram,® Cafe™ Series, Profile™ Series or GE...
... door handle (in.) D Case depth with door handle (in.) E Depth with fresh food door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) G 32A-s7a/n8Energy Star® partner, GE has determined 56th-a3t/t4his product meets the Energy Star guidelines f2or8energy efficiency. Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to your Monogram,® Cafe™ Series, Profile™ Series or GE...
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... • Adjustable wire freezer shelf - White • Model GIE18CTHBB - Specification Revised 8/14 Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • 2014 ENERGY STAR® qualified • Upfront temperature controls - Easy-to automatically create ice • Clear drawers - Transparent drawers make finding your favorite items quick and easy • Gallon door storage - Easily adjusts between two positions to accommodate items of foods • Factory-installed icemaker - Moveable racks can handle a variety of...
... • Adjustable wire freezer shelf - White • Model GIE18CTHBB - Specification Revised 8/14 Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • 2014 ENERGY STAR® qualified • Upfront temperature controls - Easy-to automatically create ice • Clear drawers - Transparent drawers make finding your favorite items quick and easy • Gallon door storage - Easily adjusts between two positions to accommodate items of foods • Factory-installed icemaker - Moveable racks can handle a variety of...