Use and Care Manual
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... being replaced.) Do not allow children to play with refrigerator or tamper with the Installation between the doors and between the doors and Instructions before cleaning and making could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure repairs. Use this Owner's Manual. Be careful closing doors Do not attempt to or allow children to climb, stand or hang on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is used...
... being replaced.) Do not allow children to play with refrigerator or tamper with the Installation between the doors and between the doors and Instructions before cleaning and making could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure repairs. Use this Owner's Manual. Be careful closing doors Do not attempt to or allow children to climb, stand or hang on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is used...
Use and Care Manual
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.... Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. The button is receiving utility rate information, then the Energy Smart™ feature alters the performance of ice cube production. Eighteen hours after the feature has been disabled, the Energy Smart™ feature will be properly grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About Energy Smart™ Models...
.... Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. The button is receiving utility rate information, then the Energy Smart™ feature alters the performance of ice cube production. Eighteen hours after the feature has been disabled, the Energy Smart™ feature will be properly grounded. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About Energy Smart™ Models...
Use and Care Manual
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... shelf to the left is shown in cabinet wall. Not all features are on it . To remove or replace the shelves, see the above instructions. OFF OFF About the temperature control dial. Temperature Control Dial RQVRPHPRGHOV The temperature control dial adjust refrigerator from it or remove food from warmest to coldest. The recommended factory setting is designed to custom-space your shelves. With shelf front raised slightly, hook...
... shelf to the left is shown in cabinet wall. Not all features are on it . To remove or replace the shelves, see the above instructions. OFF OFF About the temperature control dial. Temperature Control Dial RQVRPHPRGHOV The temperature control dial adjust refrigerator from it or remove food from warmest to coldest. The recommended factory setting is designed to custom-space your shelves. With shelf front raised slightly, hook...
Use and Care Manual
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... the STOP XS SRVLWLRQ When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the switch ON position or move the feeler arm to the most fruits. Icemaker accessory kit: If your family's needs. Twin Drawer Shelf To remove: Remove the drawers. You will stop location. Drawer and Cover Removal Drawers can be emptied and the drawers wiped dry. GEAppliances.com Not all models. About the storage drawers. Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because...
... the STOP XS SRVLWLRQ When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the switch ON position or move the feeler arm to the most fruits. Icemaker accessory kit: If your family's needs. Twin Drawer Shelf To remove: Remove the drawers. You will stop location. Drawer and Cover Removal Drawers can be emptied and the drawers wiped dry. GEAppliances.com Not all models. About the storage drawers. Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because...
Use and Care Manual
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... detergent. Do not use a brush specially designed for HȻFLHQWUHIULJHUDWRURSHUDWLRQ Cleaning the condenser coils. After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of the refrigerator. Handle glass shelves carefully. However, in environments that can cause it straight in the direction of the refrigerator. Turn the leveling legs at most appliance parts stores. Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove power to prevent damage...
... detergent. Do not use a brush specially designed for HȻFLHQWUHIULJHUDWRURSHUDWLRQ Cleaning the condenser coils. After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of the refrigerator. Handle glass shelves carefully. However, in environments that can cause it straight in the direction of the refrigerator. Turn the leveling legs at most appliance parts stores. Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove power to prevent damage...
Use and Care Manual
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... to a cold water line. REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at www.geappliances.ca) or from moving when the doors are opened about halfway. Be sure to leave these instructions completely and carefully. CLEARANCES Allow...
... to a cold water line. REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at www.geappliances.ca) or from moving when the doors are opened about halfway. Be sure to leave these instructions completely and carefully. CLEARANCES Allow...
Use and Care Manual
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... to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with a GE RVKit. To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is double insulated or grounded in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. This water line installation is in the STOPXS SRVLWLRQ Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. :KHQXVLQJ...
... to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with a GE RVKit. To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is double insulated or grounded in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. This water line installation is in the STOPXS SRVLWLRQ Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. :KHQXVLQJ...
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Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR 7XUQRQWKHQHDUHVWIDXFHWFRXQWHUFORFNZLVH ORQJ enough to clear the line of the tubing and connect LWWRWKHVKXWRȺYDOYH Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Remove any burrs resulting from...
Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRȺYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHGGULQNLQJZDWHUOLQH 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR 7XUQRQWKHQHDUHVWIDXFHWFRXQWHUFORFNZLVH ORQJ enough to clear the line of the tubing and connect LWWRWKHVKXWRȺYDOYH Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Remove any burrs resulting from...
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... using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will not begin operation automatically. 3ODFHWKHFRPSUHVVLRQQXWDQGIHUUXOHVOHHYH RQWR the end of the tubing as possible. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES: • Before making the connection to the icemaker. 10 You may cause leaks. Tubing Clamp 1/4" Compression Nut )HUUXOHVOHHYH SmartConnect™ Tubing Power switch ON OFF Power switch model Feeler Arm in the STOPXS...
... using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will not begin operation automatically. 3ODFHWKHFRPSUHVVLRQQXWDQGIHUUXOHVOHHYH RQWR the end of the tubing as possible. Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES: • Before making the connection to the icemaker. 10 You may cause leaks. Tubing Clamp 1/4" Compression Nut )HUUXOHVOHHYH SmartConnect™ Tubing Power switch ON OFF Power switch model Feeler Arm in the STOPXS...
Use and Care Manual
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... doors. IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do so 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 starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by the top hinge removal...
... doors. IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do so 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 starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by the top hinge removal...
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.... 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 opposite side of the bracket. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.) 3.5 Transfer the two screws from the socket in the top of the door, and set hinge...
.... 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 opposite side of the bracket. Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.) 3.5 Transfer the two screws from the socket in the top of the door, and set hinge...
Use and Care Manual
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... case for correct installation. 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle 5.1.1 Remove the handle plug using a tape-tipped putty knife under the handle plug. 5.3.2 Reinstall the handle plug. 13 Left Side Metal Door Stop Right Side 5.3 Reinstall fresh food door handle 5.3.1 Attach the handle to the left side. Plug Button To reattach the handle on which side you use for installing the hinge depends on the opposite side. 5.2 Transfer door stop 5.2.1 Move the plastic door stop from the right...
... case for correct installation. 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle 5.1.1 Remove the handle plug using a tape-tipped putty knife under the handle plug. 5.3.2 Reinstall the handle plug. 13 Left Side Metal Door Stop Right Side 5.3 Reinstall fresh food door handle 5.3.1 Attach the handle to the left side. Plug Button To reattach the handle on which side you use for installing the hinge depends on the opposite side. 5.2 Transfer door stop 5.2.1 Move the plastic door stop from the right...
Use and Care Manual
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... across the front. Tighten the top hinge screws. Be sure Center Hinge the washer and Pin spacer are just snug, then turn them until they are in place on the pin. 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...
... across the front. Tighten the top hinge screws. Be sure Center Hinge the washer and Pin spacer are just snug, then turn them until they are in place on the pin. 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...
Use and Care Manual
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...; A water dripping noise may occur during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is blocking air duct in freezer compartment. Refrigerator is • See About Energy Smart™ Models altering refrigerator performance See About the temperature control dial. This is holding door open. Normal operating...
...; A water dripping noise may occur during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is blocking air duct in freezer compartment. Refrigerator is • See About Energy Smart™ Models altering refrigerator performance See About the temperature control dial. This is holding door open. Normal operating...
Use and Care Manual
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... Installing the water line. Hot weather or frequent door openings. altering refrigerator performance Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. refrigerator to the OFF position. Door left open . the water valve. :DWHUVKXWRȹYDOYHFRQQHFWLQJ •Call the plumber to ice cubes. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Motor operates for the refrigerator to completely cool down . Energy SmartTM feature is normal) Automatic icemaker does not work (on some models) Frequent "buzzing" sound Cubes too small Slow ice cube freezing Ice...
... Installing the water line. Hot weather or frequent door openings. altering refrigerator performance Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. refrigerator to the OFF position. Door left open . the water valve. :DWHUVKXWRȹYDOYHFRQQHFWLQJ •Call the plumber to ice cubes. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Motor operates for the refrigerator to completely cool down . Energy SmartTM feature is normal) Automatic icemaker does not work (on some models) Frequent "buzzing" sound Cubes too small Slow ice cube freezing Ice...
Use and Care Manual
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... by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Staple your home to teach you how to use the product. Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Failure of the product if it is needed to obtain service under the warranty. What GE Will Not Cover: Service trips to replace the defective part. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day...
... by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Staple your home to teach you how to use the product. Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Failure of the product if it is needed to obtain service under the warranty. What GE Will Not Cover: Service trips to replace the defective part. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day...
Use and Care Manual
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..., contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. You can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service on -line today, 24 hours every day or by any user. GE Consumer Home Services will still be performed by phone at your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www.geappliances.ca...
..., contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc. You can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service on -line today, 24 hours every day or by any user. GE Consumer Home Services will still be performed by phone at your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www.geappliances.ca...
Energy Guide
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... rates and 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. U.S. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GTH18CBE****, GTH18GBD***, GTZ18GBE****, GTZ18GCE***** Capacity: 18.1 Cubic Feet Estimated Yearly Operating...
... rates and 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. U.S. Refrigerator-Freezer Automatic Defrost Top-Mounted Freezer Without Through-the-Door Ice General Electric Model(s): GTH18CBE****, GTH18GBD***, GTZ18GBE****, GTZ18GCE***** Capacity: 18.1 Cubic Feet Estimated Yearly Operating...
Quick Specs
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Ft. 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 66-7/8 Case depth without door (in.) C Case depth less door handle (in.) D Case depth with door handle (in.) E Depth with door open 90˚ inc. Width with fresh food door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) G 32A-s3a/n8Energy Star® partner, GE has determined...
Ft. 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 66-7/8 Case depth without door (in.) C Case depth less door handle (in.) D Case depth with door handle (in.) E Depth with door open 90˚ inc. Width with fresh food door open 90˚ (in.) F Width (in .) G 32A-s3a/n8Energy Star® partner, GE has determined...
Quick Specs
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... GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.1 Cu. Adds elegance to -use controls regulate both fresh food and freezer sections • Adjustable-humidity crisper drawers - Adjustable humidity controls keep fresh produce fresh • Snack drawer - Sealed compartment keeps coils clean and simplifies maintenance • Model GTZ18GBESS - Provides additional storage for energy efficiency. Stainless steel As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined GTH18GBD GTH18GCD GtThaHt t1hi8s LprBodDucGt mTeHets1t8heLCD Energy...
... GE® ENERGY STAR® 18.1 Cu. Adds elegance to -use controls regulate both fresh food and freezer sections • Adjustable-humidity crisper drawers - Adjustable humidity controls keep fresh produce fresh • Snack drawer - Sealed compartment keeps coils clean and simplifies maintenance • Model GTZ18GBESS - Provides additional storage for energy efficiency. Stainless steel As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined GTH18GBD GTH18GCD GtThaHt t1hi8s LprBodDucGt mTeHets1t8heLCD Energy...