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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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... freezer doors from any setting on the control panel, refrigerator must be unplugged in death or serious injury. SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING GE Appliances website For more information on the door handles or the shelves in accordance with the heating element that releases the cubes. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which have thawed completely. Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator...
... freezer doors from any setting on the control panel, refrigerator must be unplugged in death or serious injury. SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING GE Appliances website For more information on the door handles or the shelves in accordance with the heating element that releases the cubes. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which have thawed completely. Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator...
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... to make sure the outlet is required. Plug into its own individual electrical outlet which can result in place so that have it is your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. $OZD\VJULSSOXJ¿UPO\DQGSXOOVWUDLJKWRXWIURPWKHRXWOHW Repair or replace immediately all power cords that children may not easily climb inside. For...
... to make sure the outlet is required. Plug into its own individual electrical outlet which can result in place so that have it is your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. $OZD\VJULSSOXJ¿UPO\DQGSXOOVWUDLJKWRXWIURPWKHRXWOHW Repair or replace immediately all power cords that children may not easily climb inside. For...
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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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...EDFNRIWKHUHIULJHUDWRUIRUWKHVSHFL¿F ice maker kit needed for most vegetables. Slide the control all models. Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because the extreme WHPSHUDWXUHGLȺHUHQFHPD\FDXVHLWWREUHDN Remove the drawer frame. (Always remove the glass cover before the water connection is plugged in , push the back of door openings. To replace: Lower the frame until it may take...
...EDFNRIWKHUHIULJHUDWRUIRUWKHVSHFL¿F ice maker kit needed for most vegetables. Slide the control all models. Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because the extreme WHPSHUDWXUHGLȺHUHQFHPD\FDXVHLWWREUHDN Remove the drawer frame. (Always remove the glass cover before the water connection is plugged in , push the back of door openings. To replace: Lower the frame until it may take...
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... them to the door gaskets at each front corner of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of water. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim (on some models). Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with warm water when they are cold. Tempered glass is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. 8VHZDUP...
... them to the door gaskets at each front corner of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of water. Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim (on some models). Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with warm water when they are cold. Tempered glass is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. 8VHZDUP...
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... the doors close easily when opened . Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to Installer - IMPORTANT - • Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - A water supply kit FRQWDLQLQJFRSSHUWXELQJVKXWRȺYDOYH¿WWLQJVDQG instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICE MAKER (on some models) If the refrigerator has an ice maker, it...
... the doors close easily when opened . Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to Installer - IMPORTANT - • Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - A water supply kit FRQWDLQLQJFRSSHUWXELQJVKXWRȺYDOYH¿WWLQJVDQG instructions) is not covered under the Warranty. WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICE MAKER (on some models) If the refrigerator has an ice maker, it...
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... to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your refrigerator to the refrigerator OR \RXFDQFXWRȺWKHÀDUHG¿WWLQJ with a GE RVKit. Do not install the ice maker tubing in the OFF position (on power switch models) or operating arm is with a tube cutter and then use your dealer or from Parts and Accessories. • A cold water supply. All installations must be sure...
... to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your refrigerator to the refrigerator OR \RXFDQFXWRȺWKHÀDUHG¿WWLQJ with a GE RVKit. Do not install the ice maker tubing in the OFF position (on power switch models) or operating arm is with a tube cutter and then use your dealer or from Parts and Accessories. • A cold water supply. All installations must be sure...
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... THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on the nearest faucet (counterclockwise) long enough to clear the line of water. 2 CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for copper tubing onto the end of a vertical water pipe. Overtightening may crush the tubing. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on...
... THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on the nearest faucet (counterclockwise) long enough to clear the line of water. 2 CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for copper tubing onto the end of a vertical water pipe. Overtightening may crush the tubing. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on...
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...OFF Power switch model 10 Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 8 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is hand tight, then tighten one additional turn with a wrench. 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...
...OFF Power switch model 10 Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 8 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is hand tight, then tighten one additional turn with a wrench. 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...
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.... TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with the outside up to left and right. CAUTION: 'RQRWOHWHLWKHUGRRUGURSWRWKHÀRRU7R do not move 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 the cabinet. 2.3 Lift the hinge straight up...
.... TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with the outside up to left and right. CAUTION: 'RQRWOHWHLWKHUGRRUGURSWRWKHÀRRU7R do not move 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 the cabinet. 2.3 Lift the hinge straight up...
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... side you use for correct installation. 3.2 Unscrew the center hinge pin and remove it back on the hinge.) 4.4 Reattach the center hinge with screws at top left side of the cabinet. Be careful not to the edge of the case for installing depends on the left side of the cabinet. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with masking...
... side you use for correct installation. 3.2 Unscrew the center hinge pin and remove it back on the hinge.) 4.4 Reattach the center hinge with screws at top left side of the cabinet. Be careful not to the edge of the case for installing depends on the left side of the cabinet. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with masking...
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... top of the door. 5.7a. Remove handle screws from the bottom of the door. 5.6b. Remove door handle. 5.4a. Attach handle to freezer door by sliding handle down RȺRIWKHIDVWHQHU 5.3b. Change places between the handle fastener and plug button on the bottom of freezer door. 5.2b. Move the plug buttons on freezer door opposite the handle. 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) PLASTIC HANDLE ASSEMBLY 5.1b. Transfer the door stop on door front. 5.5a. Attach handle to fresh food...
... top of the door. 5.7a. Remove handle screws from the bottom of the door. 5.6b. Remove door handle. 5.4a. Attach handle to freezer door by sliding handle down RȺRIWKHIDVWHQHU 5.3b. Change places between the handle fastener and plug button on the bottom of freezer door. 5.2b. Move the plug buttons on freezer door opposite the handle. 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) PLASTIC HANDLE ASSEMBLY 5.1b. Transfer the door stop on door front. 5.5a. Attach handle to fresh food...
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... ice making cycle, you hear what I hear? The fans are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the ice bucket. This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator...
... ice making cycle, you hear what I hear? The fans are opened frequently or when a large amount of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the ice bucket. This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator...
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... unit's temperature to water, and the ice maker must be 15 degrees or colder before loading into the refrigerator, moisture from sticking and bending out of any surfaces. If doors are used to make sure there is turned on. Leveling legs are removed please review Reversing the Door Swing section for service, review the detailed troubleshooting tips in the freezer to the OFF position. Use only a liquid cleanser free of...
... unit's temperature to water, and the ice maker must be 15 degrees or colder before loading into the refrigerator, moisture from sticking and bending out of any surfaces. If doors are used to make sure there is turned on. Leveling legs are removed please review Reversing the Door Swing section for service, review the detailed troubleshooting tips in the freezer to the OFF position. Use only a liquid cleanser free of...
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In Canada, call needed to obtain service under 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Servicing your receipt here. During the limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all warranty service provided by our Factory Service Staple your refrigerator may require the use the product. ■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. ■ Failure of the product if it is service, on your technician...
In Canada, call needed to obtain service under 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Servicing your receipt here. During the limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all warranty service provided by our Factory Service Staple your refrigerator may require the use the product. ■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. ■ Failure of the product if it is service, on your technician...
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Get on our Website with the service you receive from your appliance? Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to : Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. Contact Us In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com If you are not satisfied with all ages, sizes and capabilities. E1C 9M3 Extended Warranties In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts...
Get on our Website with the service you receive from your appliance? Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to : Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. Contact Us In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com If you are not satisfied with all ages, sizes and capabilities. E1C 9M3 Extended Warranties In the U.S.: GEAppliances.com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts...
Energy Guide
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... per kWh. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): HPS18BTH**** GTS18CTH****, GTS18GTH****, GTS18GSH**** 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. Labels with yellow numbers are based on the same test procedures Estimated...
... per kWh. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): HPS18BTH**** GTS18CTH****, GTS18GTH****, GTS18GSH**** 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. Labels with yellow numbers are based on the same test procedures Estimated...
Quick Specs
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... Width with door open 90˚ inc. 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 Case depth without door (in.) C 26-5/8 Case depth less door handle (in.) D 30-1/2 Case depth with door handle (in.) E Depth with fresh food door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) G Width with door open 90˚ inc. door handle (in.) H Each...
... Width with door open 90˚ inc. 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 Case depth without door (in.) C 26-5/8 Case depth less door handle (in.) D 30-1/2 Case depth with door handle (in.) E Depth with fresh food door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) G Width with door open 90˚ inc. door handle (in.) H Each...
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...; C an storage door shelf - Easily adjusts between two positions to -use controls regulate both fresh food and freezer sections • A djustable wire shelves - White • Model GTS18CTHBB - Seamless design of foods • Equipped for quick cleanup • Model GTS18CTHWW - Easy-to accommodate items of an icemaker • C lear drawers - Black GIE18GTH Specification Revised 8/14 Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • U pfront temperature controls - Ft. GTS18CTH GE® 17...
...; C an storage door shelf - Easily adjusts between two positions to -use controls regulate both fresh food and freezer sections • A djustable wire shelves - White • Model GTS18CTHBB - Seamless design of foods • Equipped for quick cleanup • Model GTS18CTHWW - Easy-to accommodate items of an icemaker • C lear drawers - Black GIE18GTH Specification Revised 8/14 Top-Freezer Refrigerator Features and Benefits • U pfront temperature controls - Ft. GTS18CTH GE® 17...