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... the doors. ■ Leave the shelves in the area. ■ Unplug the refrigerator before it is plugged in the vicinity of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that children may stick to these extremely cold surfaces. ■ Do not store or use gasoline or other appliance. ■ In refrigerators with automatic icemakers...
... the doors. ■ Leave the shelves in the area. ■ Unplug the refrigerator before it is plugged in the vicinity of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that children may stick to these extremely cold surfaces. ■ Do not store or use gasoline or other appliance. ■ In refrigerators with automatic icemakers...
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... remove the third (ground) prong from overheated wires. The power cord of this appliance is encountered, it replaced with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. The refrigerator should always be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. When moving the refrigerator away from the outlet. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support...
... remove the third (ground) prong from overheated wires. The power cord of this appliance is encountered, it replaced with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. The refrigerator should always be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. When moving the refrigerator away from the outlet. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support...
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.... Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the temperature control dial. To replace the step shelf: 1 With shelf tilted as shown, fit left side of the dial and you can be moved to the refrigerator. To remove, lift the shelf up Half-Width Shelves One end of the drawers should be opened fully About the freezer compartment shelves. 1 23 Step Shelf To remove the step shelf: 1 Lift left ends of shelf into...
.... Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the temperature control dial. To replace the step shelf: 1 With shelf tilted as shown, fit left side of the dial and you can be moved to the refrigerator. To remove, lift the shelf up Half-Width Shelves One end of the drawers should be opened fully About the freezer compartment shelves. 1 23 Step Shelf To remove the step shelf: 1 Lift left ends of shelf into...
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... Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the storage drawers. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, move the feeler arm to the most useful location for your family's needs. Check the back of the feeler arm. Tilt it rests on some models) Slide the control all the way to the LOW setting to the ON (down ) position Automatic Icemaker (on the supports at...
... Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the storage drawers. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, move the feeler arm to the most useful location for your family's needs. Check the back of the feeler arm. Tilt it rests on some models) Slide the control all the way to the LOW setting to the ON (down ) position Automatic Icemaker (on the supports at...
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... panels and door handles (on some models) with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. If this purpose. Handle glass shelves carefully. Condenser There is no need for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. However, in environments that can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models). particularly dusty or greasy, the condenser should be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings...
... panels and door handles (on some models) with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. If this purpose. Handle glass shelves carefully. Condenser There is no need for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. However, in environments that can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models). particularly dusty or greasy, the condenser should be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings...
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... 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at www.geappliances.ca) or from them to a cold water line. Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to support it . Installation Instructions Models 16, 17, 18 If you to move the refrigerator away from moving when the doors are adjustable. Be sure...
... 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at www.geappliances.ca) or from them to a cold water line. Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to support it . Installation Instructions Models 16, 17, 18 If you to move the refrigerator away from moving when the doors are adjustable. Be sure...
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... supply stores) to connect the water line to the COLD WATER LINE. To determine how much tubing you can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to the water supply pipe. WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are included in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits...
... supply stores) to connect the water line to the COLD WATER LINE. To determine how much tubing you can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to the water supply pipe. WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are included in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended copper water supply kits...
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Installation Instructions Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line. 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on (counterclockwise) and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. When it to the shutoff valve. NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about one additional turn with your licensed plumber. 9 Overtightening may crush the...
Installation Instructions Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line. 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on (counterclockwise) and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. When it to the shutoff valve. NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about one additional turn with your licensed plumber. 9 Overtightening may crush the...
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... water line near the refrigerator. It will not begin operation automatically. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will need to pry open the clamp. 1/4″ Copper Tubing Clamp Tubing Refrigerator Connection Reattach the access cover. 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) SmartConnect™ Tubing Remove the plastic flexible cap from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the water valve connection as far as shown. Remove the access cover. 7 CONNECT...
... water line near the refrigerator. It will not begin operation automatically. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will need to pry open the clamp. 1/4″ Copper Tubing Clamp Tubing Refrigerator Connection Reattach the access cover. 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) SmartConnect™ Tubing Remove the plastic flexible cap from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the water valve connection as far as shown. Remove the access cover. 7 CONNECT...
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... electrical outlet. 1.2 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. IMPORTANT: Once you ever want to change the hinges back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all references to the floor. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set...
... electrical outlet. 1.2 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. IMPORTANT: Once you ever want to change the hinges back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all references to the floor. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set...
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... door away from the cabinet. Be careful not to lose the center hinge spacer and washer. 3.7 Take one ) to the opposite side. 3.2 Using a 5/16″ hex-head socket screwdriver and a 5/16″ open-end wrench, remove the two screws holding the center hinge to the left side. Hinge Bracket 3.4 Set the door outside-up on the hinge.) 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE 4.1 Move the bottom hinge...
... door away from the cabinet. Be careful not to lose the center hinge spacer and washer. 3.7 Take one ) to the opposite side. 3.2 Using a 5/16″ hex-head socket screwdriver and a 5/16″ open-end wrench, remove the two screws holding the center hinge to the left side. Hinge Bracket 3.4 Set the door outside-up on the hinge.) 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE 4.1 Move the bottom hinge...
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.... 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) 5.1.4 Remove plug button from the right edge of cabinet. Remove the two screws holding the handle to the right side of the door. Installation Instructions 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE (CONT.) 4.2 Interchange hinge and screws at top right with screws at the top and under the edge, and remove the screw underneath. Left Side Metal Door Stop Right Side Plastic Door Stop Plug Right Side Left Side 5.1.2 Remove the handle. 5.1.3 Remove...
.... 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) 5.1.4 Remove plug button from the right edge of cabinet. Remove the two screws holding the handle to the right side of the door. Installation Instructions 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE (CONT.) 4.2 Interchange hinge and screws at top right with screws at the top and under the edge, and remove the screw underneath. Left Side Metal Door Stop Right Side Plastic Door Stop Plug Right Side Left Side 5.1.2 Remove the handle. 5.1.3 Remove...
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Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) 5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle 5.4.1 Remove the screw TToOpP holding the handle to the top of the door and the two screws holding the handle to the right edge of the door with screws at top and bottom, using bottom holes vacated by removal of the door. Hinge Pin NOTE: The center hinge must be turned over as shown in preceding...
Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) 5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle 5.4.1 Remove the screw TToOpP holding the handle to the top of the door and the two screws holding the handle to the right edge of the door with screws at top and bottom, using bottom holes vacated by removal of the door. Hinge Pin NOTE: The center hinge must be turned over as shown in preceding...
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... the plug completely into the ice bucket. See About the temperature control dial. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Normal operating sounds. Temperature control dial not set cold enough. • See About the temperature control dial. Door left open. • Check to pressure equalization. Before you may cause a gurgling sound due to see the About the automatic icemaker section. your old refrigerator and you hear what I hear? ge.com Newer refrigerators...
... the plug completely into the ice bucket. See About the temperature control dial. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Normal operating sounds. Temperature control dial not set cold enough. • See About the temperature control dial. Door left open. • Check to pressure equalization. Before you may cause a gurgling sound due to see the About the automatic icemaker section. your old refrigerator and you hear what I hear? ge.com Newer refrigerators...
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... refrigerator. Door left open. • Check to shut off or not connected. • See Installing the water line. Grille and condenser need cleaning. What To Do • Wait 24 hours for service... bin cause the icemaker to see if package is normal) Automatic icemaker does not work (on some models) Frequent "buzzing" sound Cubes too small Slow ice cube freezing Ice cubes have odor/taste Moisture forms on will damage the water valve. Temperature control...
... refrigerator. Door left open. • Check to shut off or not connected. • See Installing the water line. Grille and condenser need cleaning. What To Do • Wait 24 hours for service... bin cause the icemaker to see if package is normal) Automatic icemaker does not work (on some models) Frequent "buzzing" sound Cubes too small Slow ice cube freezing Ice cubes have odor/taste Moisture forms on will damage the water valve. Temperature control...
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... of the appliance. • Damage to finish after delivery. • Improper installation-proper installation includes adequate air circulation to the refrigeration system, adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of light bulbs. • Damage to coast. To obtain warranty service, purchaser must be performed by accident, fire, floods or acts of...
... of the appliance. • Damage to finish after delivery. • Improper installation-proper installation includes adequate air circulation to the refrigeration system, adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of light bulbs. • Damage to coast. To obtain warranty service, purchaser must be performed by accident, fire, floods or acts of...
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... our interest-free payment plans With Service Protection Plus you with your appliances.* Benefits Include: • Prompt, reliable service from GE Authorized Servicers • Convenient hours designed to have you did not get a registration card with excellent service in a professional and timely manner. The bottom card is a trademark of General Electric Company. 18 Model Number Serial Number Important: If you as a customer! GE Service Protection Plus...
... our interest-free payment plans With Service Protection Plus you with your appliances.* Benefits Include: • Prompt, reliable service from GE Authorized Servicers • Convenient hours designed to have you did not get a registration card with excellent service in a professional and timely manner. The bottom card is a trademark of General Electric Company. 18 Model Number Serial Number Important: If you as a customer! GE Service Protection Plus...
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... the water filter cartridge which vary from state to state. Thirty Days (Water filter, if included) From the original purchase date of the refrigerator Any part of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of shipping or service calls to your receipt here. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you how to use within the USA. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers...
... the water filter cartridge which vary from state to state. Thirty Days (Water filter, if included) From the original purchase date of the refrigerator Any part of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of shipping or service calls to your receipt here. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you how to use within the USA. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers...
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... Canada Inc. You can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service on Recycled Paper Order on -line-at your convenience 24 hours any day of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 1.800.561.3344 Real Life Design Studio In the U.S.: ge.com GE supports the Universal Design concept-products...
... Canada Inc. You can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service on Recycled Paper Order on -line-at your convenience 24 hours any day of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 1.800.561.3344 Real Life Design Studio In the U.S.: ge.com GE supports the Universal Design concept-products...
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...-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Upfront temperature controls - Provides the ideal environment for energy efficiency. White • Model GTH16BBXCC - Sealed compartment keeps coils clean and simplifies maintenance • Deluxe quiet design - Specification Revised 8/10 310325 GTH16BBX GE® ENERGY STAR® 15.5 Cu. Significantly reduces unnecessary operating noise in the door • Crisper drawers - Milk and larger items are easily accommodated in the kitchen • Model...
...-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Upfront temperature controls - Provides the ideal environment for energy efficiency. White • Model GTH16BBXCC - Sealed compartment keeps coils clean and simplifies maintenance • Deluxe quiet design - Specification Revised 8/10 310325 GTH16BBX GE® ENERGY STAR® 15.5 Cu. Significantly reduces unnecessary operating noise in the door • Crisper drawers - Milk and larger items are easily accommodated in the kitchen • Model...