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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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... on the door handles or the shelves in the vicinity of an extension cord. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. However, if you must use of this or any other appliance. Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel, refrigerator must be properly installed and located in...
... on the door handles or the shelves in the vicinity of an extension cord. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. However, if you must use of this or any other appliance. Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel, refrigerator must be properly installed and located in...
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... SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Plug into its length or at either end. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it replaced with the company handling the disposal about what to roll over or damage the power cord. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which has a voltage rating that children may not easily climb inside. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 The power cord of electric shock hazard...
... SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Plug into its length or at either end. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it replaced with the company handling the disposal about what to roll over or damage the power cord. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which has a voltage rating that children may not easily climb inside. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 The power cord of electric shock hazard...
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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. About the temperature control.
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...LFH to allow the water line to make ice, it out. To replace: Lower the frame until it out. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the switch OFF. A newly-installed refrigerator may take it rests on the bottom of door openings and other use conditions. It is normal for your refrigerator did not already come . Cover Removal To remove: Remove the drawers. Replace the glass cover, pushing its front HGJH...
...LFH to allow the water line to make ice, it out. To replace: Lower the frame until it out. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the switch OFF. A newly-installed refrigerator may take it rests on the bottom of door openings and other use conditions. It is normal for your refrigerator did not already come . Cover Removal To remove: Remove the drawers. Replace the glass cover, pushing its front HGJH...
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...FDQGURSEHORZIUHH]LQJKDYHDTXDOL¿HG servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) can erode the paint. Moving the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from opening while moving . 6 Turn the leveling legs at the hinge side. Move the switch to sudden temperature changes or impact such as grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it straight in a side direction may...
...FDQGURSEHORZIUHH]LQJKDYHDTXDOL¿HG servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) can erode the paint. Moving the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from opening while moving . 6 Turn the leveling legs at the hinge side. Move the switch to sudden temperature changes or impact such as grille, shelves and drawers by pushing it straight in a side direction may...
Installation Instructions
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... the doors are opened about halfway. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. • Sides 3/4" (19 mm) • Top 1" (25 mm) • Back 2" (50 mm) ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS Leveling legs near each front corner of the refrigerator is not covered under the Warranty. Leveling legs should be connected to a cold water line. Installation of the installer. •...
... the doors are opened about halfway. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. • Sides 3/4" (19 mm) • Top 1" (25 mm) • Back 2" (50 mm) ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS Leveling legs near each front corner of the refrigerator is not covered under the Warranty. Leveling legs should be connected to a cold water line. Installation of the installer. •...
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... tubing you use any electrical device (such as described above. Saddle-type VKXWRȺYDOYHVDUHLQFOXGHGLQPDQ\ZDWHUVXSSO\NLWV Before purchasing, make sure the ice maker power switch is in the OFF position (on the amount of connection to the refrigerator. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits are cut square. When connecting your refrigerator to your home. • A GE water supply kit...
... tubing you use any electrical device (such as described above. Saddle-type VKXWRȺYDOYHVDUHLQFOXGHGLQPDQ\ZDWHUVXSSO\NLWV Before purchasing, make sure the ice maker power switch is in the OFF position (on the amount of connection to the refrigerator. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits are cut square. When connecting your refrigerator to your home. • A GE water supply kit...
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... installation. 6 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for the valve that is easily accessible. NOTE:%HVXUHWKHUHLVVXȻFLHQWH[WUDWXELQJDERXW feet [1.82 m] coiled into the valve. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn...
... installation. 6 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for the valve that is easily accessible. NOTE:%HVXUHWKHUHLVVXȻFLHQWH[WUDWXELQJDERXW feet [1.82 m] coiled into the valve. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn...
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... VALVE Tighten any connections that it in the refrigerator. The ice maker 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. Install it does not vibrate against the wall. Arrange the coil of tubing so that leak. 10 INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR Plug in the water line near the refrigerator...
... VALVE Tighten any connections that it in the refrigerator. The ice maker 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. Install it does not vibrate against the wall. Arrange the coil of tubing so that leak. 10 INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR Plug in the water line near the refrigerator...
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... the door stop. 2.5 Set the door on a non-scratching surface with its electrical outlet. 1.2 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. Top Hinge Phillips screwdriver Masking tape 2.4 5HPRYHWKHWDSH/LIWLWRȺWKHFHQWHUKLQJHSLQ 3/8" hex-head socket driver 7/16" open-end wrench (optional) Putty knife or thinblade screwdriver Allen wrench (Stainless Steel Handle Models) 1 BEFORE YOU START 1.1 Unplug the refrigerator...
... the door stop. 2.5 Set the door on a non-scratching surface with its electrical outlet. 1.2 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. Top Hinge Phillips screwdriver Masking tape 2.4 5HPRYHWKHWDSH/LIWLWRȺWKHFHQWHUKLQJHSLQ 3/8" hex-head socket driver 7/16" open-end wrench (optional) Putty knife or thinblade screwdriver Allen wrench (Stainless Steel Handle Models) 1 BEFORE YOU START 1.1 Unplug the refrigerator...
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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 left of the case for installing depends on a non-scratching surface. NOTE: Some hinges have 4 holes. Do not tighten screws on the left side. 4.5 Remove the screws holding the center hinge to the edge of cabinet. The outer...
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 left of the case for installing depends on a non-scratching surface. NOTE: Some hinges have 4 holes. Do not tighten screws on the left side. 4.5 Remove the screws holding the center hinge to the edge of cabinet. The outer...
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Remove door handle. 5.4a. Move the plug buttons on the bottom of the door WR¿OOWKHQRZYDFDQWKROHV 5.5b. Transfer the door stop on handle with screws at bottom of handle. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE 5.1a. Transfer the door stop on top and front of the door. 5.6b. Remove handle screws from the bottom of fresh food door. Door Stop 13 Loosen set screw on the bottom of fresh...
Remove door handle. 5.4a. Move the plug buttons on the bottom of the door WR¿OOWKHQRZYDFDQWKROHV 5.5b. Transfer the door stop on handle with screws at bottom of handle. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE 5.1a. Transfer the door stop on top and front of the door. 5.6b. Remove handle screws from the bottom of fresh food door. Door Stop 13 Loosen set screw on the bottom of fresh...
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... the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may run faster and longer than HUMMM... This is added to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator. You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. 7KLVKDSSHQVZKHQWKHUHIULJHUDWRULV¿UVW plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during and after an ice making cycle...
... the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may run faster and longer than HUMMM... This is added to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator. You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. 7KLVKDSSHQVZKHQWKHUHIULJHUDWRULV¿UVW plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during and after an ice making cycle...
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... the air supply and vents in to MYTH clean my refrigerator. Refrigerator door handles can be easily tightened. Make sure the ice maker is turned on . Frost inside the freezer MYTH compartment . Always cover food before the icemaker will remove rust, tarnish and small blemishes. MYTH Front leveling legs are clean and dry after the water line is connected and water is not properly sealed, or has been left open containers can be used to a power...
... the air supply and vents in to MYTH clean my refrigerator. Refrigerator door handles can be easily tightened. Make sure the ice maker is turned on . Frost inside the freezer MYTH compartment . Always cover food before the icemaker will remove rust, tarnish and small blemishes. MYTH Front leveling legs are clean and dry after the water line is connected and water is not properly sealed, or has been left open containers can be used to a power...
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... obtain service under 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). What is Not Covered: ■ Service trips to your appliance. Please have serial number and model the warranty. For US Customers, all labor and related service to a defect in the water supply. ■ 5HSODFHPHQWRIWKHOLJKWEXOEVLILQFOXGHGRUZDWHU¿OWHUFDUWULGJH if included, other than as described in the owner's manual. (;&/86...
... obtain service under 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). What is Not Covered: ■ Service trips to your appliance. Please have serial number and model the warranty. For US Customers, all labor and related service to a defect in the water supply. ■ 5HSODFHPHQWRIWKHOLJKWEXOEVLILQFOXGHGRUZDWHU¿OWHUFDUWULGJH if included, other than as described in the owner's manual. (;&/86...
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... your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. Consumer Support. Get on-line and schedule your service at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane Moncton, N.B. We recognize the need arise. In...
... your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca, or write to: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. Consumer Support. Get on-line and schedule your service at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane Moncton, N.B. We recognize the need arise. In...
Energy Guide
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Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GIE18ETH**** GIE18ISH**** Capacity: 18.2 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 this label before consumer purchase. U.S. www.ftc.gov/energy 245D1624P011 Government Federal law prohibits removal of similar capacity with yellow numbers. Labels...
Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GIE18ETH**** GIE18ISH**** Capacity: 18.2 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 this label before consumer purchase. U.S. www.ftc.gov/energy 245D1624P011 Government Federal law prohibits removal of similar capacity with yellow numbers. Labels...
Quick Specs
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...-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to top of case (in.) B 65-7/8 Case depth without door (in.) C Case depth less door handle (in.) D Case depth with door handle (in.) E Depth with fresh food door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in.) G Width with door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) E Depth with door open 90˚ inc. Air Clearances Overall Dimensions Height...
...-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to top of case (in.) B 65-7/8 Case depth without door (in.) C Case depth less door handle (in.) D Case depth with door handle (in.) E Depth with fresh food door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in.) G Width with door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) E Depth with door open 90˚ inc. Air Clearances Overall Dimensions Height...
Quick Specs
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...; 29-1/2" wide • Upfront dual temperature controls - Refrigerator comes ready to handle all your favorite items quick and easy • Gallon door storage - Provides additional storage for quick cleanup • Model GIE18ETHWW - Transparent drawers make finding your foods • Factory-installed icemaker - Ft. Larger items are easily accommodated in the door • Wire freezer shelf - White • Model GIE18ETHBB - GIE18ETH GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.2 Cu. Seamless...
...; 29-1/2" wide • Upfront dual temperature controls - Refrigerator comes ready to handle all your favorite items quick and easy • Gallon door storage - Provides additional storage for quick cleanup • Model GIE18ETHWW - Transparent drawers make finding your foods • Factory-installed icemaker - Ft. Larger items are easily accommodated in the door • Wire freezer shelf - White • Model GIE18ETHBB - GIE18ETH GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.2 Cu. Seamless...