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... 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 only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 30-32 Trim Kits and Decorator Panels . . . .15-16 Troubleshooting...
... 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 only 27-29 Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door Refrigerator Models only 30-32 Trim Kits and Decorator Panels . . . .15-16 Troubleshooting...
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... purpose as described in the area. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves. I Setting either or both controls to help prevent accidents. I Keep fingers out of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. Use this Owner's Manual. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are getting rid of the "pinch point" areas; Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL...
... purpose as described in the area. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves. I Setting either or both controls to help prevent accidents. I Keep fingers out of an old refrigeration product, check with the Installation Instructions before cleaning and making repairs. Use this Owner's Manual. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are getting rid of the "pinch point" areas; Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL...
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... ACTUAL TEMP light will come on usage and operating environment. To change the temperature, tap either or both controls to the preset recommended settings. The temperature controls can display both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the actual 4 refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 5 seconds. Changing the Temperature For Controls-on some models) Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips (on -the-Door Models: To change the temperature, press either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in...
... ACTUAL TEMP light will come on usage and operating environment. To change the temperature, tap either or both controls to the preset recommended settings. The temperature controls can display both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the actual 4 refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 5 seconds. Changing the Temperature For Controls-on some models) Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips (on -the-Door Models: To change the temperature, press either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in...
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... Replace the Filter There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on the temperature display. Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the dispenser immediately after installation. Filter Model MWF Customers in the back upper right corner of water may cause water to spurt from the dispenser. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Installing the Filter Cartridge If you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one by slowly turning it is not available. See To Use the Dispenser section. The icemaker...
... Replace the Filter There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on the temperature display. Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the dispenser immediately after installation. Filter Model MWF Customers in the back upper right corner of water may cause water to spurt from the dispenser. Installation Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips 6 Installing the Filter Cartridge If you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one by slowly turning it is not available. See To Use the Dispenser section. The icemaker...
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... position. GEAppliances.com Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models) Slide the control all models. Pull the drawer out to Remove and Replace the Deli Pan To remove: Remove the fruit and vegetable drawers. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9 How to the stop position. Lower the lid and slide in the bottom of the drawer up and out. Replace the fruit and vegetable drawers. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may accumulate...
... position. GEAppliances.com Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models) Slide the control all models. Pull the drawer out to Remove and Replace the Deli Pan To remove: Remove the fruit and vegetable drawers. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 9 How to the stop position. Lower the lid and slide in the bottom of the drawer up and out. Replace the fruit and vegetable drawers. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may accumulate...
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... avoid water deposits, the dispenser should be cleaned periodically by wiping with the sweep of water. Shelf Ice Bin To access ice. Door Alarm To set the alarm, press the DOOR ALARM pad. To Use the Internal Dispenser (on some models) The water dispenser is available at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to begin making ice. Always be air in or when the freezer door is not self-draining. Press the dispenser button for...
... avoid water deposits, the dispenser should be cleaned periodically by wiping with the sweep of water. Shelf Ice Bin To access ice. Door Alarm To set the alarm, press the DOOR ALARM pad. To Use the Internal Dispenser (on some models) The water dispenser is available at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to begin making ice. Always be air in or when the freezer door is not self-draining. Press the dispenser button for...
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... Wire Cutters Tape measure 1/4″ Nut Driver Level 17 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 be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in Canada at : www.GEAppliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shut-off valve...
... Wire Cutters Tape measure 1/4″ Nut Driver Level 17 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 be removed. • To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in Canada at : www.GEAppliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shut-off valve...
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... some models) REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP E Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge. Doors and passageways leading to the installation location must be removed to allow the refrigerator to Steps 1 through 3 of the refrigerator. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer. If there is not a cold water supply, you will need to support it fully loaded. NOTES: • Before making the connection to connect the filter. Lift off and remove top cap. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit...
... some models) REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP E Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge. Doors and passageways leading to the installation location must be removed to allow the refrigerator to Steps 1 through 3 of the refrigerator. C Remove the bottom freezer drawer. If there is not a cold water supply, you will need to support it fully loaded. NOTES: • Before making the connection to connect the filter. Lift off and remove top cap. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit...
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... are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are already assembled to the O (off valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with your refrigerator. Icemaker-Ready models Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Copper Tubing 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Tubing 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker and dispenser models) Turn...
... are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are already assembled to the O (off valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR On models with your refrigerator. Icemaker-Ready models Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Copper Tubing 1/4″ Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection SmartConnect™ Tubing Icemaker-Installed Models Refrigerator Connection Ferrule (sleeve) 1/4″ Compression Nut SmartConnect™ Tubing Tubing Clamp 1/4″ Tubing 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY (icemaker and dispenser models) Turn...
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... operate until it . 12 REMOVE PACKAGING START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers. Set the icemaker power switch to the icemaker. 24 It will not begin operation automatically. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on ) position. The icemaker will then begin to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning...
... operate until it . 12 REMOVE PACKAGING START ICEMAKER (icemaker models) A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers. Set the icemaker power switch to the icemaker. 24 It will not begin operation automatically. Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The leveling legs have 2 purposes: 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on ) position. The icemaker will then begin to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning...
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... free the hinge pin from its electrical outlet. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is included in the hinge kit. NOTE: A replacement logo badge is not reversible on the back side. These instructions are included in the door hinge kit. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by removing the adhesive cover on stainless steel models. • Read the instructions...
... free the hinge pin from its electrical outlet. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: NOTE: Door swing is included in the hinge kit. NOTE: A replacement logo badge is not reversible on the back side. These instructions are included in the door hinge kit. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by removing the adhesive cover on stainless steel models. • Read the instructions...
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... the refrigerator also has a water filter, use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Follow these instructions carefully to water leakage or flooding. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in a manner to the refrigerator is with the RO filter can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4″ outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the hot water line. Be...
... the refrigerator also has a water filter, use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Follow these instructions carefully to water leakage or flooding. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in a manner to the refrigerator is with the RO filter can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4″ outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the hot water line. Be...
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... models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to maintain the correct temperatures. Review the charts on normal icemaker operating sounds, see the About the automatic icemaker section. Control in defrost cycle. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. I The new high efficiency compressor may hear the water lines move at high speeds. Problem Refrigerator does not operate Vibration or rattling (slight vibration is first plugged in...
... models with a dispenser, during the defrost cycle as the refrigerator cools to maintain the correct temperatures. Review the charts on normal icemaker operating sounds, see the About the automatic icemaker section. Control in defrost cycle. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. I The new high efficiency compressor may hear the water lines move at high speeds. Problem Refrigerator does not operate Vibration or rattling (slight vibration is first plugged in...
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... Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support The icemaker power light will turn green when the freezer light switch is pressed in or when the freezer door is closed . Door left open . Ice cubes stuck in refrigerator. Water supply turned off . •Level cubes by hand. Freezer compartment too warm. •Wait 24 hours for more operating time. Temperature control set cold enough. Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in icemaker. (Green power light on icemaker blinking.) •Turn off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with plug. Icemaker power switch...
... Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support The icemaker power light will turn green when the freezer light switch is pressed in or when the freezer door is closed . Door left open . Ice cubes stuck in refrigerator. Water supply turned off . •Level cubes by hand. Freezer compartment too warm. •Wait 24 hours for more operating time. Temperature control set cold enough. Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in icemaker. (Green power light on icemaker blinking.) •Turn off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with plug. Icemaker power switch...
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...Freezer door/drawer pops open when refrigerator door is set cold enough. Some floor coverings will discolor at the back of high humidity. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Interior of refrigerator Normal air flow cooling motor. Refrigerator control is closed on . Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Problem Ice cubes have odor/taste Possible Causes Food transmitting odor/taste to refrigerator. Foods transmitting odor to ice cubes. Food freezing in the refrigerator; Slow ice cube freezing Refrigerator has odor Door left open , the freezer door...
...Freezer door/drawer pops open when refrigerator door is set cold enough. Some floor coverings will discolor at the back of high humidity. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Interior of refrigerator Normal air flow cooling motor. Refrigerator control is closed on . Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Problem Ice cubes have odor/taste Possible Causes Food transmitting odor/taste to refrigerator. Foods transmitting odor to ice cubes. Food freezing in the refrigerator; Slow ice cube freezing Refrigerator has odor Door left open , the freezer door...
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.... Water supply line turned off valve is released. • Dispense water for at least 2 minutes. •Set the refrigerator control to drip after releasing the dispenser button. Air may be trapped in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is released. Newly-installed filter cartridge. •Run water from system. If water does not dispense after button is leaking from dispenser Possible Causes Water dispenser has not been used for at least 2 minutes to remove air...
.... Water supply line turned off valve is released. • Dispense water for at least 2 minutes. •Set the refrigerator control to drip after releasing the dispenser button. Air may be trapped in first glass is warm Water dispenser does not work Water spurting from dispenser No water or ice cube production Water is released. Newly-installed filter cartridge. •Run water from system. If water does not dispense after button is leaking from dispenser Possible Causes Water dispenser has not been used for at least 2 minutes to remove air...
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.... Refrigerator doors are burned out, and replace if necessary. Water filter indicator light This is the door alarm. •Close door. Water filter indicator light Water filter indicator must remains red even after be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red. •See About the water filter for detailed instructions. Control setting is normal. changed color • See About the water filter for 3 seconds. replacing the water filter •Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad for more information. Troubleshooting Tips Problem My display is...
.... Refrigerator doors are burned out, and replace if necessary. Water filter indicator light This is the door alarm. •Close door. Water filter indicator light Water filter indicator must remains red even after be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red. •See About the water filter for detailed instructions. Control setting is normal. changed color • See About the water filter for 3 seconds. replacing the water filter •Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad for more information. Troubleshooting Tips Problem My display is...
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... sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE will also provide, free of merchantability or fitness for a trip charge or you may also have serial number and model number available when calling for home use the product. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of charge, all connecting tubing) which fails due to excessive sediment in materials or workmanship. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES-Your...
... sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE will also provide, free of merchantability or fitness for a trip charge or you may also have serial number and model number available when calling for home use the product. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of charge, all connecting tubing) which fails due to excessive sediment in materials or workmanship. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES-Your...
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.... Service during this warranty period must present the original Bill of controls. • Product not accessible to be provided in the owner's manual, proper setting of Sale. Components repaired or replaced are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by Mabe and is needed concerning this Limited Warranty. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for customers in Canada) Your refrigerator...
.... Service during this warranty period must present the original Bill of controls. • Product not accessible to be provided in the owner's manual, proper setting of Sale. Components repaired or replaced are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by Mabe and is needed concerning this Limited Warranty. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for customers in Canada) Your refrigerator...
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...% 93.33% Min. Check for the reduction of 0.50 gpm; System Tested and Certified by this water treatment system are included with a replacement filter indicator light Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock Temperature: 33-100ºF (0.6-38ºC) Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements Flush new cartridge at pH 8.5 Alachlor Lindane 2,4-D Toxaphene Benzene Carbofuran 1,4 dichlorobenzene Atrazine Standard No...
...% 93.33% Min. Check for the reduction of 0.50 gpm; System Tested and Certified by this water treatment system are included with a replacement filter indicator light Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock Temperature: 33-100ºF (0.6-38ºC) Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements Flush new cartridge at pH 8.5 Alachlor Lindane 2,4-D Toxaphene Benzene Carbofuran 1,4 dichlorobenzene Atrazine Standard No...