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.... ge.com Bottom Refr igeratoFreezerrs Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 8 Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12-13 Controls 4-5 Crispers and Pans 9 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Shelves and Bins 7, 8 Water Dispenser 11 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Anti-Tip Floor Bracket 18-19 Installing the Refrigerator . . . .20-24 Installing the Water Line . . . . .33-35 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 17 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 25, 26 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models...
.... ge.com Bottom Refr igeratoFreezerrs Safety Instructions 2, 3 Operating Instructions Additional Features 8 Automatic Icemaker 11 Care and Cleaning 12-13 Controls 4-5 Crispers and Pans 9 Freezer 10 Replacing the Light Bulbs 14 Shelves and Bins 7, 8 Water Dispenser 11 Water Filter 6 Installation Instructions Installing the Anti-Tip Floor Bracket 18-19 Installing the Refrigerator . . . .20-24 Installing the Water Line . . . . .33-35 Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 17 Removing and Replacing the Freezer Drawer 25, 26 Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models...
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... the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. s Keep fingers out of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to 0 (off the doors. s Unplug the refrigerator before it is absolutely necessary that it is used. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are damp or wet. USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of this Owner's Manual. s Setting either or both controls to...
... the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. s Keep fingers out of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to 0 (off the doors. s Unplug the refrigerator before it is absolutely necessary that it is used. Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which have thawed completely. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are damp or wet. USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of this Owner's Manual. s Setting either or both controls to...
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... you have set , the temperature display will go to the refrigerator. Once the desired temperature has been set . Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls with protective film covering the temperature controls. The temperature controls can display both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the preset points of 0°F for the freezer and 37°F for the refrigerator. Changing the Temperature For Controls-on-the-Door Models: To change the...
... you have set , the temperature display will go to the refrigerator. Once the desired temperature has been set . Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls with protective film covering the temperature controls. The temperature controls can display both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the preset points of 0°F for the freezer and 37°F for the refrigerator. Changing the Temperature For Controls-on-the-Door Models: To change the...
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... 3 seconds. See To Use the Dispenser section. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) Water Filter Cartridge Filter Bypass Plug The water filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. If you need to clear the system and prevent sputtering. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may drip down . Filter Model GSWF Customers in Canada should...
... 3 seconds. See To Use the Dispenser section. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the water filter. (on some models) (on some models) (on some models) Water Filter Cartridge Filter Bypass Plug The water filter cartridge is located in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. If you need to clear the system and prevent sputtering. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may drip down . Filter Model GSWF Customers in Canada should...
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... vegetable drawers. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the crispers and pans. Lower the lid and slide in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry. Replace the fruit and vegetable drawers. 9 Lift the front of the drawer into the drawer supports, making sure the swing locks fit on all models. Swing Locks Lift the lid to provide lower humidity levels...
... vegetable drawers. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the crispers and pans. Lower the lid and slide in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry. Replace the fruit and vegetable drawers. 9 Lift the front of the drawer into the drawer supports, making sure the swing locks fit on all models. Swing Locks Lift the lid to provide lower humidity levels...
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... for how to remove trapped air from the water line system. Water may continue to clear. A newly installed refrigerator may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making ice cubes. Be sure nothing interferes with water when it cools to the l (on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. NOTE: In homes with water. NOTE: Set the power switch to fill the water system. The indicator light will hear a buzzing...
... for how to remove trapped air from the water line system. Water may continue to clear. A newly installed refrigerator may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making ice cubes. Be sure nothing interferes with water when it cools to the l (on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. NOTE: In homes with water. NOTE: Set the power switch to fill the water system. The indicator light will hear a buzzing...
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Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 21 and 25 Questions? WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at www...
Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 21 and 25 Questions? WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS) If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will not fit through a doorway, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be connected to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at www...
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Reinstall top hinge. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. B Remove the fresh-food door. Refer to the installation location. 20 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is required for ease of the refrigerator. D Move refrigerator to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for automatic icemaker operation. Standard Depth Counter Depth Models Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) 1/2&#...
Reinstall top hinge. G Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. B Remove the fresh-food door. Refer to the installation location. 20 Top Hinge B 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is required for ease of the refrigerator. D Move refrigerator to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for automatic icemaker operation. Standard Depth Counter Depth Models Models Sides 1/8″ (3 mm) 1/8″ (3 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm) 1/2&#...
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... icemaker power switch is set to the power cord. clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the tubing. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. You may cause leaks. One of the refrigerator engages the anti-tip bracket properly. B If you can align the refrigerator with extension, or an Roller adjusting screws adjustable wrench. Overtightening may need to pry open the clamp. 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker and dispenser models) Turn...
... icemaker power switch is set to the power cord. clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to the tubing. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. You may cause leaks. One of the refrigerator engages the anti-tip bracket properly. B If you can align the refrigerator with extension, or an Roller adjusting screws adjustable wrench. Overtightening may need to pry open the clamp. 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker and dispenser models) Turn...
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... CONTROLS Set the controls to operate until it . C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. The icemaker will not begin operation automatically. It will take 2-3 days to the icemaker. 24 Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. 12 REMOVE PACKAGING START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves...
... CONTROLS Set the controls to operate until it . C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides. The icemaker will not begin operation automatically. It will take 2-3 days to the icemaker. 24 Power switch NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on ) position. A Remove the grille by inserting the two Phillips head screws. 12 REMOVE PACKAGING START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves...
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...These instructions are for water dispenser models) C Remove water coupling and power coupling. Remove hinge cover (1 Phillips screw) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″ and 10 mm Socket Ratchet/Driver Masking Tape Thin-blade Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver (for removing the doors. Pull tube. Installation Instructions REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is not reversible. • Read the instructions all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Tape the doors shut with...
...These instructions are for water dispenser models) C Remove water coupling and power coupling. Remove hinge cover (1 Phillips screw) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Adjustable Wrench 3/8″ and 10 mm Socket Ratchet/Driver Masking Tape Thin-blade Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver (for removing the doors. Pull tube. Installation Instructions REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES NOTE: Door swing is not reversible. • Read the instructions all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS A Tape the doors shut with...
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... water supply line to minimize the risk of electric shock, or is in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. Follow these instructions carefully to the refrigerator. If you need . If the water supply to the water supply pipe. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is battery powered. Do not install the icemaker tubing in the O (off) position. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the RO filter...
... water supply line to minimize the risk of electric shock, or is in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. Follow these instructions carefully to the refrigerator. If you need . If the water supply to the water supply pipe. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is battery powered. Do not install the icemaker tubing in the O (off) position. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the RO filter...
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... defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to pressure equalization. s A water dripping noise may occur during water dispense, you hear what I hear? Problem Refrigerator does not operate Vibration or rattling (slight vibration is normal) 36 Possible Causes Refrigerator in and out of food is released. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. s The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. s On models with an icemaker, after dispenser button...
... defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to pressure equalization. s A water dripping noise may occur during water dispense, you hear what I hear? Problem Refrigerator does not operate Vibration or rattling (slight vibration is normal) 36 Possible Causes Refrigerator in and out of food is released. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. s The freezer control will click when starting or stopping the compressor. s On models with an icemaker, after dispenser button...
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... connected. Water filter clogged. Water supply turned off . Keeping it in the I (on . •This is normal when the freezer door is holding door open. • Check to completely cool down . •Level cubes by hand. •Turn off ) position. They start and stop often to shut off or not connected. Temperature controls not set at the coldest setting. Icemaker power switch is not on icemaker blinking.) Icemaker light is holding door open . The icemaker power light will damage the water valve. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge...
... connected. Water filter clogged. Water supply turned off . Keeping it in the I (on . •This is normal when the freezer door is holding door open. • Check to completely cool down . •Level cubes by hand. •Turn off ) position. They start and stop often to shut off or not connected. Temperature controls not set at the coldest setting. Icemaker power switch is not on icemaker blinking.) Icemaker light is holding door open . The icemaker power light will damage the water valve. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge...
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... refrigerator. In the refrigeration process, it is set cold enough. Light bulb burned out or loose. •See Replacing the light bulbs. Interior needs cleaning. Door left open . • See About the controls. • Foods with strong odors should be expelled in the freezer 38 Possible Causes Food transmitting odor/taste to a warmer temperature setting one setting colder. Leveling legs need adjusting. •See Installing the Refrigerator. replace every three months. • Check to refrigerator. Normal air flow cooling motor. Defrost...
... refrigerator. In the refrigeration process, it is set cold enough. Light bulb burned out or loose. •See Replacing the light bulbs. Interior needs cleaning. Door left open . • See About the controls. • Foods with strong odors should be expelled in the freezer 38 Possible Causes Food transmitting odor/taste to a warmer temperature setting one setting colder. Leveling legs need adjusting. •See Installing the Refrigerator. replace every three months. • Check to refrigerator. Normal air flow cooling motor. Defrost...
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... Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is clogged. Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. Air may be present in system is replenished. • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. • Dispense water until all water is system is released. • Dispense water...
... Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Problem Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is clogged. Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. Air may be present in system is replenished. • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. • Dispense water until all water is system is released. • Dispense water...
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... information. Refrigerator doors are burned out, and replace if necessary. changed color • See About the water filter for more information. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you need to see if the bulbs at the top of the refrigerator light bulbs are not even (on Double Door models only) Doors need realigning. •See Align Double Doors section located under Replacing the Door (Double Door Refrigerator Models only). 40 See About the water filter for service...
... information. Refrigerator doors are burned out, and replace if necessary. changed color • See About the water filter for more information. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you need to see if the bulbs at the top of the refrigerator light bulbs are not even (on Double Door models only) Doors need realigning. •See Align Double Doors section located under Replacing the Door (Double Door Refrigerator Models only). 40 See About the water filter for service...
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... limitation of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other than as provided in this Limited Warranty. Louisville, KY 40225 45 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by possible defects with this appliance. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432...
... limitation of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other than as provided in this Limited Warranty. Louisville, KY 40225 45 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by possible defects with this appliance. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432...
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... coast. In home warranty service will be reported within Canada. What is covered Compressor Sealed System (including evaporator, condenser tubing and refrigerant) All Other Parts How Long Warranted (From Date of Sale) GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE and All Other Brands: One (1) Year GE Profile: Five (5) Years GE and All Other Brands: One (1) Year One (1) Year Parts Repair or Replace at Mabe's Option GE Profile: Ten (10) Years...
... coast. In home warranty service will be reported within Canada. What is covered Compressor Sealed System (including evaporator, condenser tubing and refrigerant) All Other Parts How Long Warranted (From Date of Sale) GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE and All Other Brands: One (1) Year GE Profile: Five (5) Years GE and All Other Brands: One (1) Year One (1) Year Parts Repair or Replace at Mabe's Option GE Profile: Ten (10) Years...
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... be used were 0.5-1 microns *** NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units Operating Specifications Capacity: certified for 3 minutes to purge out trapped air. Note that is microbiologically unsafe or of the indicated substances in water entering the system was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may contain filterable cysts. Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System GSWF Cartridge This system has been tested according...
... be used were 0.5-1 microns *** NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units Operating Specifications Capacity: certified for 3 minutes to purge out trapped air. Note that is microbiologically unsafe or of the indicated substances in water entering the system was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may contain filterable cysts. Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System GSWF Cartridge This system has been tested according...
