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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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...EXOEPD\EUHDNZKHQ being replaced.) 2 Glass shelves and covers may stick to these basic safety precautions: „ This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. „ Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs. 127( 5HSDLUVPXVWEHSHUIRUPHGE\DTXDOL¿HG6HUYLFH Professional. „ Replace all parts and panels before disposing of it or discontinuing...
...EXOEPD\EUHDNZKHQ being replaced.) 2 Glass shelves and covers may stick to these basic safety precautions: „ This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. „ Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs. 127( 5HSDLUVPXVWEHSHUIRUPHGE\DTXDOL¿HG6HUYLFH Professional. „ Replace all parts and panels before disposing of it or discontinuing...
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... rating that children may not easily climb inside. GEAppliances.com SAFETY (CONT.) INSTALLATION WARNING Explosion Hazard. .HHSÀDPPDEOHPDWHULDOVDQGYDSRUVVXFKDVJDVROLQHDZD\IURPUHIULJHUDWRU)DLOXUHWRGRVRFDQ UHVXOWLQ¿UHH[SORVLRQRUGHDWK CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is your refrigerator by pulling on the power...
... rating that children may not easily climb inside. GEAppliances.com SAFETY (CONT.) INSTALLATION WARNING Explosion Hazard. .HHSÀDPPDEOHPDWHULDOVDQGYDSRUVVXFKDVJDVROLQHDZD\IURPUHIULJHUDWRU)DLOXUHWRGRVRFDQ UHVXOWLQ¿UHH[SORVLRQRUGHDWK CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is your refrigerator by pulling on the power...
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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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... temperature settings and number of door openings and other use conditions. To replace: Lower the frame until it rests on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings. GEAppliances.com Fruit and Vegetable Drawers Excess water that releases the FXEHV'RQRWSODFH¿QJHUVRUKDQGVRQWKH automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is normal for your family's needs. Drawer Removal Drawers can be joined together. Replace the glass cover, pushing...
... temperature settings and number of door openings and other use conditions. To replace: Lower the frame until it rests on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings. GEAppliances.com Fruit and Vegetable Drawers Excess water that releases the FXEHV'RQRWSODFH¿QJHUVRUKDQGVRQWKH automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is normal for your family's needs. Drawer Removal Drawers can be joined together. Replace the glass cover, pushing...
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... door handles and trim (on some models). Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the dishwasher. To prevent the doors from sticking and bending out of water. Glass shelves and covers may UHVXOWLQGDPDJHWRWKHÀRRUFRYHULQJRUUHIULJHUDWRU When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on some models). Turn the leveling...
... door handles and trim (on some models). Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the dishwasher. To prevent the doors from sticking and bending out of water. Glass shelves and covers may UHVXOWLQGDPDJHWRWKHÀRRUFRYHULQJRUUHIULJHUDWRU When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on some models). Turn the leveling...
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... the leveling legs allow you have to be set so the front of the refrigerator is raised just enough that the doors close easily when opened . REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 55°F (12.7°C) because it . CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. •...
... the leveling legs allow you have to be set so the front of the refrigerator is raised just enough that the doors close easily when opened . REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 55°F (12.7°C) because it . CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. •...
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... 15' (4.6 m) - Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your refrigerator to prevent the hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered. If you use your dealer or from Parts and Accessories. • A cold water supply. Do not install the ice maker tubing in house plumbing...
... 15' (4.6 m) - Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your refrigerator to prevent the hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered. If you use your dealer or from Parts and Accessories. • A cold water supply. Do not install the ice maker tubing in house plumbing...
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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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... your water supply has sand or particles that leak. 10 INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR Plug in the water line near the refrigerator. On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to the wall. You may cause leaks. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will not begin operation automatically. Power switch ON OFF Power switch model 10 While holding the tubing, WLJKWHQWKH¿WWLQJ For plastic tubing from the water valve (refrigerator connection). 9 TURN THE WATER ON AT...
... your water supply has sand or particles that leak. 10 INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR Plug in the water line near the refrigerator. On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to the wall. You may cause leaks. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will not begin operation automatically. Power switch ON OFF Power switch model 10 While holding the tubing, WLJKWHQWKH¿WWLQJ For plastic tubing from the water valve (refrigerator connection). 9 TURN THE WATER ON AT...
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... could damage 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. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way through before lifting. TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 2.2 Remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet...
... could damage 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. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way through before lifting. TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 2.2 Remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet...
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... the screws. 3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching surface. 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 side of the cabinet. The outer edge of the hinge should be turned over as shown when mounted on the left side. 4.5 Remove the screws holding...
... the screws. 3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching surface. 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 side of the cabinet. The outer edge of the hinge should be turned over as shown when mounted on the left side. 4.5 Remove the screws holding...
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... the door stop on the bottom of the door. 5.6b. Move the plug buttons on freezer door by sliding handle down RȺRIWKHIDVWHQHU 5.3b. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE 5.1a. Remove handle screws from the bottom of fresh food door. Remove door handle on fresh food door by sliding handle up onto fastener and with screws at WRSRIKDQGOH8VHµDOOHQZUHQFKWRWLJKWHQ set screw...
... the door stop on the bottom of the door. 5.6b. Move the plug buttons on freezer door by sliding handle down RȺRIWKHIDVWHQHU 5.3b. Installation Instructions 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE 5.1a. Remove handle screws from the bottom of fresh food door. Remove door handle on fresh food door by sliding handle up onto fastener and with screws at WRSRIKDQGOH8VHµDOOHQZUHQFKWRWLJKWHQ set screw...
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...\ make a gurgling noise like boiling water. „ Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. „ A water dripping noise may occur during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. „ On models with an ice maker, after an ice making cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the drain pan. „Closing the door may run faster...
...\ make a gurgling noise like boiling water. „ Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. „ A water dripping noise may occur during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. „ On models with an ice maker, after an ice making cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the drain pan. „Closing the door may run faster...
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... cleaning and maintenance. Leveling legs are clear of the brush lines with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. All-purpose cleaners are clean and dry after the water line is connected and water is proper clearance to the air supply and vents in the direction of any surfaces. Frost inside the freezer MYTH compartment . Doors may be cleaned with a damp soft sponge. The automatic ice maker in the Owner's manual. Refrigerator door handles...
... cleaning and maintenance. Leveling legs are clear of the brush lines with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. All-purpose cleaners are clean and dry after the water line is connected and water is proper clearance to the air supply and vents in the direction of any surfaces. Frost inside the freezer MYTH compartment . Doors may be cleaned with a damp soft sponge. The automatic ice maker in the Owner's manual. Refrigerator door handles...
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... to a defect in the owner's manual. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ To schedule of service. Proof Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. During the limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of appliance. ■ Products which are not defective, broken, or which fails due to use of the refrigerator which are working as noted above. ■...
... to a defect in the owner's manual. (;&/86,212),03/,(':$55$17,(6³ To schedule of service. Proof Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. During the limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of appliance. ■ Products which are not defective, broken, or which fails due to use of the refrigerator which are working as noted above. ■...
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... it on -line. GE Consumer Home Services will still be performed by phone at your door. Instructions contained in effect. Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane Moncton, N.B. In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca Schedule Service In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Expert GE repair service is still in this manual cover procedures to be there after your warranty, should the need assistance with all ages, sizes and capabilities. In...
... it on -line. GE Consumer Home Services will still be performed by phone at your door. Instructions contained in effect. Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane Moncton, N.B. In Canada: www.GEAppliances.ca Schedule Service In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Expert GE repair service is still in this manual cover procedures to be there after your warranty, should the need assistance with all ages, sizes and capabilities. In...
Energy Guide
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... numbers. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GPE16DTH**** GTE16DTH****, GTE16GTH**** GTE16GSH**** Capacity: 15.5 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 this label before consumer purchase. Labels with yellow numbers are based on the same test procedures Estimated Yearly Energy...
... numbers. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GPE16DTH**** GTE16DTH****, GTE16GTH**** GTE16GSH**** Capacity: 15.5 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 this label before consumer purchase. Labels with yellow numbers are based on the same test procedures Estimated Yearly Energy...
Quick Specs
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Recessed Handle Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to top of case (in.) B 64-1/4 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˚ with door handle (in.) H Each side (in.) Top (in.) Back (in...
Recessed Handle Top-Freezer Refrigerator Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Overall Dimensions Height to top of hinge (in.) A Height to top of case (in.) B 64-1/4 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˚ with door handle (in.) H Each side (in.) Top (in.) Back (in...
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... product meets the Energy Star guidelines for tight spaces • Upfront temperature controls - GPE16DTH GE® ENERGY STAR® 15.5 Cu. Ft. Specification Revised 4/14 310414 Easy-to accommodate items of all shapes and sizes • Model GPE16DTHWW - Flush with the surface and ideal for energy efficiency. Conveniently holds tall or odd-shaped items in the door • Adjustable wire freezer shelf - White • Model GPE16DTHCC -
... product meets the Energy Star guidelines for tight spaces • Upfront temperature controls - GPE16DTH GE® ENERGY STAR® 15.5 Cu. Ft. Specification Revised 4/14 310414 Easy-to accommodate items of all shapes and sizes • Model GPE16DTHWW - Flush with the surface and ideal for energy efficiency. Conveniently holds tall or odd-shaped items in the door • Adjustable wire freezer shelf - White • Model GPE16DTHCC -
