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... the fresh food compartment. 197D7799P001 49-60521-1 08-08 JR Refr Top-Freezer igerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 7 Care and Cleaning 8 Shelves 5, 6 Storage Drawers 6 Temperature Controls 5 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 9 Reversing the Door Swing . . .13-16 Water Line Installation . . . . . .10-12 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For...
... the fresh food compartment. 197D7799P001 49-60521-1 08-08 JR Refr Top-Freezer igerators ge.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 7 Care and Cleaning 8 Shelves 5, 6 Storage Drawers 6 Temperature Controls 5 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 9 Reversing the Door Swing . . .13-16 Water Line Installation . . . . . .10-12 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For...
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...best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. Never unplug your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is your personal responsibility and obligation to roll over or damage the power ... safety, this appliance is equipped with a 3prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. AVERTISSEMENT! Faites examiner la prise de courant et le circuit par un électricien qualifié...
...best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. Never unplug your refrigerator by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is your personal responsibility and obligation to roll over or damage the power ... safety, this appliance is equipped with a 3prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be properly grounded. AVERTISSEMENT! Faites examiner la prise de courant et le circuit par un électricien qualifié...
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...replace the shelves, see the above instructions. 5 It does not shut off the support and out of the refrigerator and will not tilt when you to another place in both compartments-fresh food and freezer. a bracket on the rear cabinet wall. Lift rear Pull forward To remove the full-width shelves Full... fresh food compartment. ge.com Turning the dial to help prevent spills from it. get cold. With shelf front raised slightly, hook the bracket's top lug into a track on the other end hooks into the track, then lower the shelf onto the support. These shelves can turn the dial to...
...replace the shelves, see the above instructions. 5 It does not shut off the support and out of the refrigerator and will not tilt when you to another place in both compartments-fresh food and freezer. a bracket on the rear cabinet wall. Lift rear Pull forward To remove the full-width shelves Full... fresh food compartment. ge.com Turning the dial to help prevent spills from it. get cold. With shelf front raised slightly, hook the bracket's top lug into a track on the other end hooks into the track, then lower the shelf onto the support. These shelves can turn the dial to...
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...You will blink if ice cubes get stuck in , push the front of the feeler arm. Set the power switch to I (on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of ice to allow the water line to the ON (down ) position Feeler arm model Automatic Icemaker (on...and lifting up ) position the ON (down ) position. To correct this, set the power switch to provide lower humidity levels recommended for your refrigerator did not already come . Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. 7 Slide the control all features are 2 types of icemakers: Power Switch Icemaker Green...
...You will blink if ice cubes get stuck in , push the front of the feeler arm. Set the power switch to I (on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of ice to allow the water line to the ON (down ) position Feeler arm model Automatic Icemaker (on...and lifting up ) position the ON (down ) position. To correct this, set the power switch to provide lower humidity levels recommended for your refrigerator did not already come . Icemaker Accessory Kit If your model. 7 Slide the control all features are 2 types of icemakers: Power Switch Icemaker Green...
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... in an upright position during moving the refrigerator away from the wall. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer compartments. The stainless steel panels and door handles ... the temperature control dial to 0. To clean the condenser, turn the legs clockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator. Do not wipe the refrigerator with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. After cleaning the door...
... in an upright position during moving the refrigerator away from the wall. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer compartments. The stainless steel panels and door handles ... the temperature control dial to 0. To clean the condenser, turn the legs clockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator. Do not wipe the refrigerator with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. After cleaning the door...
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... into place, turn the legs clockwise until the weight of the refrigerator is transferred from the wall for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. • Sides 3/4″ (19 mm) • Top 1″ (25 mm) • Back 1″ (25 mm) ROLLERS ...an icemaker, it fully loaded. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to the rollers. Installation of the refrigerator. 9 Installation Instructions Models 16, 17, 18 If you to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Leveling legs should be connected to Consumer ...
... into place, turn the legs clockwise until the weight of the refrigerator is transferred from the wall for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. • Sides 3/4″ (19 mm) • Top 1″ (25 mm) • Back 1″ (25 mm) ROLLERS ...an icemaker, it fully loaded. Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to the rollers. Installation of the refrigerator. 9 Installation Instructions Models 16, 17, 18 If you to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Leveling legs should be connected to Consumer ...
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...m] coiled into 3 turns of the tubing are cut formed end from the wall after installation. WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are using copper, be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar). • Power drill. • 1/2″ or adjustable wrench. •... 2 ferrules (sleeves)-to connect the copper tubing to the water supply. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. Then add 8′ (2.4 m). WX08X10015 - Do not use your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 1.800.661.1616. •...
...m] coiled into 3 turns of the tubing are cut formed end from the wall after installation. WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are using copper, be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar). • Power drill. • 1/2″ or adjustable wrench. •... 2 ferrules (sleeves)-to connect the copper tubing to the water supply. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. Then add 8′ (2.4 m). WX08X10015 - Do not use your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 1.800.661.1616. •...
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.... Installation Instructions Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line. 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on (counterclockwise) and flush out the tubing until the sealing washer begins to swell. Overtightening may crush the tubing. Remove any... to the shutoff valve. For plastic tubing from the wall after about 10 ″ [25 cm] diameter) to allow water to the top or side, rather than at the water valve after installation. 5 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve...
.... Installation Instructions Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line. 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Turn on (counterclockwise) and flush out the tubing until the sealing washer begins to swell. Overtightening may crush the tubing. Remove any... to the shutoff valve. For plastic tubing from the wall after about 10 ″ [25 cm] diameter) to allow water to the top or side, rather than at the water valve after installation. 5 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve...
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...holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to hold it reaches its operating temperature of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall. 10 START THE ICEMAKER On power switch models, set the icemaker power switch to the l (on ... you will then begin to operate until it does not vibrate against the back of 15°F (-9°C) or below. On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to install filter. On feeler arm models, move the feeler arm to the ON (down ) position Feeler...
...holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to hold it reaches its operating temperature of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall. 10 START THE ICEMAKER On power switch models, set the icemaker power switch to the l (on ... you will then begin to operate until it does not vibrate against the back of 15°F (-9°C) or below. On GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to install filter. On feeler arm models, move the feeler arm to the ON (down ) position Feeler...
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...surface for changing the hinges from the cabinet. Putty knife or thin-blade screwdriver 5/16″ open-end wrench 1 BEFORE YOU START 1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its screws. Top Hinge Phillips screwdriver Masking tape 5/16″ hex-head socket driver T20 or T25 Torxdriver (needed for some models)... references to avoid using them in the top of the cabinet to the floor. TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 2.2 With a 5/16″ hex-head socket driver, remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. 2.3 Lift the...
...surface for changing the hinges from the cabinet. Putty knife or thin-blade screwdriver 5/16″ open-end wrench 1 BEFORE YOU START 1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its screws. Top Hinge Phillips screwdriver Masking tape 5/16″ hex-head socket driver T20 or T25 Torxdriver (needed for some models)... references to avoid using them in the top of the cabinet to the floor. TOOLS REQUIRED 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR 2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 2.2 With a 5/16″ hex-head socket driver, remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. 2.3 Lift the...
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... hum or pulsating sound while it is normal) Fresh food or freezer compartment too warm Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator in • Check to pressure equalization. WHOOSH... This is first plugged in freezer freezer compartment. CLICKS, POPS, CRACKS and CHIRPS ■ You may ... normal. ■ The new high efficiency compressor may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator is due to end. WATER SOUNDS ■ The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. ■ Water dropping on the ...
... hum or pulsating sound while it is normal) Fresh food or freezer compartment too warm Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator in • Check to pressure equalization. WHOOSH... This is first plugged in freezer freezer compartment. CLICKS, POPS, CRACKS and CHIRPS ■ You may ... normal. ■ The new high efficiency compressor may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator is due to end. WATER SOUNDS ■ The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. ■ Water dropping on the ...
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...off or not connected. • See Installing the water line. Water shutoff valve connecting • Call the plumber to refrigerator. Too frequent or too long door openings. Hot weather or frequent door openings. Temperature control dial not set at the ... damage the water valve. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for the refrigerator to completely cool down. Freezer compartment too warm. • Wait 24 hours for service... Discard old cubes. replace every three months. •...
...off or not connected. • See Installing the water line. Water shutoff valve connecting • Call the plumber to refrigerator. Too frequent or too long door openings. Hot weather or frequent door openings. Temperature control dial not set at the ... damage the water valve. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Before you call for the refrigerator to completely cool down. Freezer compartment too warm. • Wait 24 hours for service... Discard old cubes. replace every three months. •...
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...addition to spoilage. • Proper use , and alteration or defacing of the serial plate cancels all obligations of the Refrigerator or from failure of this warranty period must be reported within Canada. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: • Owner is in Canada...the delivery of the appliance. • Damage to finish after delivery. • Improper installation-proper installation includes adequate air circulation to the refrigeration system, adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of ...
...addition to spoilage. • Proper use , and alteration or defacing of the serial plate cancels all obligations of the Refrigerator or from failure of this warranty period must be reported within Canada. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: • Owner is in Canada...the delivery of the appliance. • Damage to finish after delivery. • Improper installation-proper installation includes adequate air circulation to the refrigeration system, adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities. • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. • Replacement of ...
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BOX 1780 MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO L4Y 4G1 (FOR CANADIAN CONSUMERS ONLY) ✁ Cut here 21 For refrigerators installed in the U.S. ✁ Cut here Please place in envelope and mail to : General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 32150 Louisville, KY 40232-2150 For refrigerators installed in Canada Please place in envelope and mail to : Veuillez mettre dans une enveloppe et envoyez à : OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION P.O.
BOX 1780 MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO L4Y 4G1 (FOR CANADIAN CONSUMERS ONLY) ✁ Cut here 21 For refrigerators installed in the U.S. ✁ Cut here Please place in envelope and mail to : General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 32150 Louisville, KY 40232-2150 For refrigerators installed in Canada Please place in envelope and mail to : Veuillez mettre dans une enveloppe et envoyez à : OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION P.O.
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... GE Appliances (GEA). ■ Check here if you do not want to ge.com and click on "Privacy Policy" or call 800.626.2224. For refrigerators installed in the U.S. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMrotadailnayt! FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS. Model... 40225 ge.com * Please provide your e-mail address to receive, via e-mail, discounts, special offers and other important communications from GEA's carefully selected partners. For refrigerators installed in Canada ✁ Cut here 22
... GE Appliances (GEA). ■ Check here if you do not want to ge.com and click on "Privacy Policy" or call 800.626.2224. For refrigerators installed in the U.S. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMrotadailnayt! FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS. Model... 40225 ge.com * Please provide your e-mail address to receive, via e-mail, discounts, special offers and other important communications from GEA's carefully selected partners. For refrigerators installed in Canada ✁ Cut here 22
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...are limited to replace the defective part. Thirty Days (Water filter, if included) From the original purchase date of the refrigerator Any part of charge, all labor and related service to obtain service under the warranty. During this limited one-year warranty..., you may be responsible for service. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in materials or workmanship. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: ...
...are limited to replace the defective part. Thirty Days (Water filter, if included) From the original purchase date of the refrigerator Any part of charge, all labor and related service to obtain service under the warranty. During this limited one-year warranty..., you may be responsible for service. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in materials or workmanship. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: ...