Quick Specs
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... frozen foods • Model GTM18GBEES - GTM18GBE GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.1 Cu. Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Upfront temperature controls - Conveniently stores favorite foods and allows for easy selection and quick access • Wire freezer shelf - Ft. Designed to -use controls regulate both fresh food and freezer sections • Adjustable spill-resistant glass shelves - Holds cans in the door • Can storage door shelf - Specification Revised 10/13...
... frozen foods • Model GTM18GBEES - GTM18GBE GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.1 Cu. Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • Upfront temperature controls - Conveniently stores favorite foods and allows for easy selection and quick access • Wire freezer shelf - Ft. Designed to -use controls regulate both fresh food and freezer sections • Adjustable spill-resistant glass shelves - Holds cans in the door • Can storage door shelf - Specification Revised 10/13...
Energy Guide
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... use. Cost range based only on models of similar capacity with automatic defrost, top-mounted freezer, and without through-the-door ice. Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of this label before consumer purchase. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GTH18CBE****, GTH18GBD****, GTZ18GBE****, GTZ18GCE****, GTM18GBE****; U.S. Capacity: 18.1 Cubic Feet Estimated Yearly Operating...
... use. Cost range based only on models of similar capacity with automatic defrost, top-mounted freezer, and without through-the-door ice. Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of this label before consumer purchase. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GTH18CBE****, GTH18GBD****, GTZ18GBE****, GTZ18GCE****, GTM18GBE****; U.S. Capacity: 18.1 Cubic Feet Estimated Yearly Operating...
Use and Care Manual
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...Top-Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Temperature Controls 3 Shelves 4 Storage Drawers 4, 5 Automatic Icemaker 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 Before You Call For Service ...... 15-16 Consumer Support Warranty for Canadian Customers 17 Warranty for U.S. Customers. . . . . . 18 Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions Models 16...
...Top-Freezer Refrigerators GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-3 Operating Instructions Temperature Controls 3 Shelves 4 Storage Drawers 4, 5 Automatic Icemaker 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 Before You Call For Service ...... 15-16 Consumer Support Warranty for Canadian Customers 17 Warranty for U.S. Customers. . . . . . 18 Consumer Support Back Cover Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions Models 16...
Use and Care Manual
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... you are getting rid of the icemaker) that any other appliance. In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation between the doors and between the doors and Instructions before cleaning and making could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure repairs. DANGER! themselves. Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer NOTE...
... you are getting rid of the icemaker) that any other appliance. In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation between the doors and between the doors and Instructions before cleaning and making could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure repairs. DANGER! themselves. Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer NOTE...
Use and Care Manual
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... or damage the power cord. Do not use a cord that match the rating plate. When moving the refrigerator away from warmest to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use an extension cord, it is your refrigerator by pulling on some models) The temperature control dial adjust refrigerator from the...
... or damage the power cord. Do not use a cord that match the rating plate. When moving the refrigerator away from warmest to have become frayed or otherwise damaged. HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use an extension cord, it is your refrigerator by pulling on some models) The temperature control dial adjust refrigerator from the...
Use and Care Manual
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...-width shelves Ice Trays (on it or remove food from holes in lukewarm water only. Move shelf to the left is designed to custom-space your family's needs. About the storage drawers. Shelf supports at various levels allow you place food on some models) To remove the step shelf: Lift left side of the drawers should be moved to the right of the track. To replace, select desired shelf height. Pull...
...-width shelves Ice Trays (on it or remove food from holes in lukewarm water only. Move shelf to the left is designed to custom-space your family's needs. About the storage drawers. Shelf supports at various levels allow you place food on some models) To remove the step shelf: Lift left side of the drawers should be moved to the right of the track. To replace, select desired shelf height. Pull...
Use and Care Manual
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... Remove the drawer frame. (Always remove the glass cover before the water connection is normal for your refrigerator did not already come . Twin Drawer Shelf To remove: Remove the drawers. Replace the glass cover, pushing its rear HGJH¿UPO\LQWRWKHUHDUIUDPHFKDQQHODQG gently lowering the front into place. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the switch OFF or move the feeler arm to make ice...
... Remove the drawer frame. (Always remove the glass cover before the water connection is normal for your refrigerator did not already come . Twin Drawer Shelf To remove: Remove the drawers. Replace the glass cover, pushing its rear HGJH¿UPO\LQWRWKHUHDUIUDPHFKDQQHODQG gently lowering the front into place. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the switch OFF or move the feeler arm to make ice...
Use and Care Manual
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... the refrigerator away from its electrical outlet, unscrew the bulb when cool and replace it with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim (on the stainless steel. These may UHVXOWLQGDPDJHWRWKHÀRRUFRYHULQJRUUHIULJHUDWRU When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). Rinse...
... the refrigerator away from its electrical outlet, unscrew the bulb when cool and replace it with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim (on the stainless steel. These may UHVXOWLQGDPDJHWRWKHÀRRUFRYHULQJRUUHIULJHUDWRU When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models). Rinse...
Use and Care Manual
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... the refrigerator is not covered under the Warranty. Leveling legs should be connected to a cold water line. Turn the legs counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. &RPSOHWLRQWLPH - IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for future reference. 6NLOOOHYHO - Be sure to leave these instructions completely and carefully. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on some models...
... the refrigerator is not covered under the Warranty. Leveling legs should be connected to a cold water line. Turn the legs counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. &RPSOHWLRQWLPH - IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for future reference. 6NLOOOHYHO - Be sure to leave these instructions completely and carefully. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on some models...
Use and Care Manual
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... (on power switch models) or the feeler arm is that the kit you select allows at all times. If you need : measure the distance from the wall after installation. 6KXWRȹYDOYH to connect to the cold water line. 7KHVKXWRȺYDOYHVKRXOGKDYHDZDWHULQOHWZLWKD minimum inside diameter of the refrigerator to the water supply. Do not install the icemaker tubing in the STOP...
... (on power switch models) or the feeler arm is that the kit you select allows at all times. If you need : measure the distance from the wall after installation. 6KXWRȹYDOYH to connect to the cold water line. 7KHVKXWRȺYDOYHVKRXOGKDYHDZDWHULQOHWZLWKD minimum inside diameter of the refrigerator to the water supply. Do not install the icemaker tubing in the STOP...
Use and Care Manual
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... in reduced ice production or smaller cubes. 4 ROUTE THE TUBING Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in the pipe. Consult with your licensed plumber. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on...
... in reduced ice production or smaller cubes. 4 ROUTE THE TUBING Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in the pipe. Consult with your licensed plumber. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on...
Use and Care Manual
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If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will need to the wall. Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing into the water valve connection as far as shown. While holding the tubing, WLJKWHQWKH¿WWLQJ For plastic tubing from the water valve (refrigerator connection). Tubing Clamp 1/4" Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) SmartConnect™ Tubing 10 START THE ICEMAKER On slide switch models, set the icemaker power switch to...
If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will need to the wall. Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing into the water valve connection as far as shown. While holding the tubing, WLJKWHQWKH¿WWLQJ For plastic tubing from the water valve (refrigerator connection). Tubing Clamp 1/4" Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) SmartConnect™ Tubing 10 START THE ICEMAKER On slide switch models, set the icemaker power switch to...
Use and Care Manual
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...SLQ Putty knife or thinblade screwdriver 5/16" open-end wrench 1 BEFORE YOU START 1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its screws. TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with its electrical outlet. 1.2 Empty all references to the screw holes vacated by the top hinge removal. 11 Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: 5HDGWKHLQVWUXFWLRQVDOOWKH...
...SLQ Putty knife or thinblade screwdriver 5/16" open-end wrench 1 BEFORE YOU START 1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its screws. TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with its electrical outlet. 1.2 Empty all references to the screw holes vacated by the top hinge removal. 11 Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: 5HDGWKHLQVWUXFWLRQVDOOWKH...
Use and Care Manual
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... 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 bracket and plastic washer...
... 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 bracket and plastic washer...
Use and Care Manual
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... in the top of the door. 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 TOoPp 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 stop as shown when mounted on...
... in the top of the door. 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 TOoPp 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 stop as shown when mounted on...
Use and Care Manual
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... normal) Fresh food or freezer compartment too warm Possible Causes Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Roller screws or leveling legs need adjusting. Replace fuse or reset the breaker. See Rollers and Leveling Legs. These sounds are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during the defrost cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan. Closing the door may cause a clicking or...
... normal) Fresh food or freezer compartment too warm Possible Causes Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Roller screws or leveling legs need adjusting. Replace fuse or reset the breaker. See Rollers and Leveling Legs. These sounds are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during the defrost cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan. Closing the door may cause a clicking or...
Use and Care Manual
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... "buzzing" sound Icemaker is holding door open . Keeping it on . See About the temperature control dial. See Care and cleaning. 16 the water valve. Slow ice cube freezing Door left open . Before you call for the refrigerator to completely cool down . Check to maintain even temperatures.) 1RUPDOZKHQUHIULJHUDWRULV¿UVW plugged in the storage bin cause Level cubes by hand. Freezer compartment too warm. Ice cubes have odor/taste Ice storage bin needs cleaning. Moisture forms...
... "buzzing" sound Icemaker is holding door open . Keeping it on . See About the temperature control dial. See Care and cleaning. 16 the water valve. Slow ice cube freezing Door left open . Before you call for the refrigerator to completely cool down . Check to maintain even temperatures.) 1RUPDOZKHQUHIULJHUDWRULV¿UVW plugged in the storage bin cause Level cubes by hand. Freezer compartment too warm. Ice cubes have odor/taste Ice storage bin needs cleaning. Moisture forms...
Use and Care Manual
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... owner for products purchased for home use in Canada when the Refrigerator has been properly installed according to the instructions supplied by Mabe to be provided in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe and is connected to any statutory warranty. This warranty is in addition to an adequate and proper utility service. Service during this warranty. What is covered...
... owner for products purchased for home use in Canada when the Refrigerator has been properly installed according to the instructions supplied by Mabe to be provided in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe and is connected to any statutory warranty. This warranty is in addition to an adequate and proper utility service. Service during this warranty. What is covered...
Use and Care Manual
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..., free of charge, a replacement water )URPWKHRULJLQDO ¿OWHUFDUWULGJH purchase date of the refrigerator GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY: Five Years *(3UR¿OHPRGHOVRQO\ From the date of the original purchase Any part of God. Incidental or consequential damage caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Proof of charge, all connecting tubing) which...
..., free of charge, a replacement water )URPWKHRULJLQDO ¿OWHUFDUWULGJH purchase date of the refrigerator GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY: Five Years *(3UR¿OHPRGHOVRQO\ From the date of the original purchase Any part of God. Incidental or consequential damage caused by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Proof of charge, all connecting tubing) which...
Use and Care Manual
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Consumer Support. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322). For the hearing impaired, please call 1.800.661.1616. You can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service on our Website with your door. Parts and...
Consumer Support. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322). For the hearing impaired, please call 1.800.661.1616. You can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service on our Website with your door. Parts and...