GE GBS20HBSAWW User Manual REFRIGERATOR S SERIES Manuals And Guides L0501053

GE Bottom Mount Refrigerator Manual L0501053 GE Bottom Mount Refrigerator Owner's Manual, GE Bottom Mount Refrigerator installation guides

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Safety InsTtrudions ........... 9 3

Operating Instru_tions

Additional Features ............. 9

Automatic Icemaker . .......... 19

Controls .................... 4-6

Crispers and Pans ............. 10

Freezer ...................... 11

Shelves and Bins ............. 8, 9

_'ater Filter ................... 7

Care and Cleaning ........ 13-15

Installation Instructions

Installing the Refligerator . . . .17-91

Installing the _4'ater Line ..... 98-30

Preparing to Install

the Refligerator . .............. 16

Removing and Replacing the

Freezer Drawer ............ 99, 93

Reversing the Door Swing .... 24-27

Troubleshooting Tips ....... 31-35

Normal Operating Sounds ...... 31

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back (',over

Performance Data Sheet ........ 41

Product Registration ........ 37, 38

Warranty for Canadian

Customers ................... 39

_'arrantv for U.S. Customers ..... 40

Models 20 and22

Cong_lateur inf>rieur

R frig&ateurs

La section fran_aise commence a la page 43

Congelador inferior

Refrigeradores

La seccionen espa#olempieza en lapagina 83

Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Find these numbex_ on a label

on the right side, near the top of

the refl'igerator compartment.

3828JL8012C 197D4618PO04 49-60355 !2-04 Jfl

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.

READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

AWARNING!

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

This refl'igerat )r must be i)roi)erl ) installed

and located in accordance with the Installation

hlstrucfions before it is used.

Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang

on the shelves in the refl-Jgeratm: They could

damage the refl-Jgerator and seriously iqjm'e

themselves.

Do not touch the cold sm'fi_ces in the fl'eezer

compartment when hands are damp or wet.

Skin max stick to these extremely cold SUll'ilces.

_ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

wq)ors and liquids in the vicinity of this or anv

other appliance.

Keep finge_ out of the "pinch point" areas;

clearances between the doms and between

the (loo_s and cabinet are necessarily small.

Be carefld closing doms when children are

in the area.

In refl'Jgeratms Mth automatic icemake_s,

avoid contact with the moving parts of the

ejector mechanism, or with the heating element

that releases the cubes. Do not place finge_s or

hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism

while the reti-Jgerator is plugged in.

Uni)lug the reflJgerator befin'e cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE: Westrong/}/recommendthat any servicingbe

performed by a quadded individual

Setting either or both controls to 0(off) does

not remove power to the light circuit.

Do not refl'eeze fl'ozen foods which have

thawed completely.

ADANGER!RISK OFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems

of the i)ast..ltmked or abandoned reli'igeratm_ are

still dangerous...even if they will sit for 'ijust a few

days." If you are getting rid of yore" old refligeratm;

please follow the instructions below to hel I) prevent

accidents.

Before YouThrew Away YourOldRefrigerator

or Freezer:

_ke off the dome.

i.eaxe the shehes in place so that children may

not easih climb inside.

Refrigerants

All refiigeration products contain refiigerants,

which under fe(leral law must be removed prior

to product disI)osal. If you are getting rid of

an old reliigeration product, check with the

company handling the disposal about what

to do.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against

the use of an extension cord.

However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absoluteh necessary that it be a Ui_-listed (in the United

States) or a CSA certified (in Canada), B-wire ,gr°tmding, t_,l)e appliance extension cord having a gmtmding

t)pe I)hw-, and outlet and that the electrical ratim,., of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 12(1 xolts.

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a, WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded.

The power cord ot this appliance is equipped

with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates

with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to

minimize the possibili Fot electric shock hazard

fl'om this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a

qualified electrMan to make sure the outlet is

properly grounded,

_'here a standard 2-prong wall outlet is

encountered, it is your l)e_onal responsibili_' and

obligation to have it replaced with a properly

grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The reli-igerator should always be plugged into its

own individual electrical outlet which has a w)ltage

rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best pedommnce and also

prevents overloading house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire haa_rd fl'om overheated wires.

Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the

power cord. Mways grip plug firefly and pull

straight out from the outlet.

]),el)air or replace immediately all power cords that

have become fl'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not

use a cord that sho_:s cracks or abrasion damage

along its length or at either end.

\4]_en moving the refrigerator away fl'om the

wall, be carefld not to roll over or damage the

power cord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Adapterpl.gsnotpermittedinCanada)

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against

the use of an adapter plug.

However; if win, must use an adapte_, where local

codes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made

to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use

of a UIAisted adaptor a\_dlable at most local

hardwai'e stoi'es.

The linger slot in the adapter must be aligned Mth

the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper

polarity in the connection of the power cord.

When disconnecting the power cord fl'om the

a(lapte_; always hold the adapter in place with one

hand while pulling the power cord plug with the

other hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground

temfinal is ve_' likely to break with repeated use.

If the adapter ground temfinal brea!<% DO NOTUSE

the refl-igerator until a proper ground has been

established.

Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet

cover screw does not ground the apphance unless the

cover screw is metal, and not insulated,and the wall

outlet is grounded through the house wiring. Youshould

have the ckcuit checked by a quafified electrician to make

sure the outlet is proper/)/grounded.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe controlswith

temperaturesettings.(for other models, see next page)

NOTE: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film coveringthe temperaturecontrols.

If this film was not removedduringinstallation, removeit now

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°1:for the refrigerator compartment

and O°Ffor the freezer compartment. Allow24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the

preset recommended settings.

The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual

temperature in the refrigerator and freezer. The actual temperature may vary slightly from

the SET temperature based on usage and operating environment.

Setting either or both controls to OFFstops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator

compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.

Changing the Temperature

To change the temperature, press and release tile

WARMER or COLDER pad. The Sk'Tlight will con/e

oil and the display will show the set teml)erature.

To change the teml)eramre, tap either the

WARMER or COLDER pad tmfil the desired

temperature is displayed. Refl_igerator temperatures

can be ac!justed between 34°F and 47°F and the

fl'eezer teInl)eratures can be ac!justed between

-(3°F and +8°K

Once the desired temperature has been set,

the temperature display will return to the actual

refl]gei'ator and freezer teil/perattlres after 5

seconds. Several a(!iusttnents Ill}l)' be required.

Each time you at!just controls, allow 24 horns fin" the

refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.

To turn the cooling system off, mp tile WARMER pad

fin" either the refi_igerator or the ti'eezer tmtil the

display shows OFF.Toturn the unitback on, press the

COLDERpad for either the refl_igerator or fl'eezet:

The SETlight will illmninam on the side you

selected. Then press the COLDERpad again (on the

side where the SETlight is illuminated) and it will

go to the preset points of O°Ffiw the fl'eezer and

37°Ffi)r the reflJgeratm; Setting either or both

controls to OFFstops cooling in 1)oth the ti'eezer

and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut

off electrical power to the refl_igerat(n:

Performance Air Flow System

The Pedbmmn('e Mr How System is designed to

maximize temperatm'e control in the refl_igerator

and ti'eezer compartments. This tmique special

ti_atm'e consists of the _dr Tower along the 1)ack

wall of the refrigerator and the Air Tmmel on the

bottom portion of the fl'eezer rear wall. Placing

ti)ocl in fl'ont of the lou\'e_ on these components

will not affect perfbmmnce.

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TurboCool

How #Works

TurboCoolrapidly cools the retiigerator

colnl)artinexlt ixl order to inore quickly

cool fi)ods. Use TurboCool when adding a

large amount of toed to the refligerator

compartment, putting away fi)o(ls after they

have been sitting out at room temperature

or when putting away wam_ leflovexs. It can

also be used if the retiigerator has been

without power for an extended period.

Once acfi\:_md, the compressor will turn on

immediately and the tm_s will cycle on and

off at high speed as needed tbr eight hom_.

The compressor will continue to rtm tmfil

the refligerator compartment cools m

approximately 34°F (l °C), then it will cycle

on and off to maintain this setting. _Mter 8

houI_, or if TurboCoolis pressed again, the

refl_gerator compartment will return to

the original setting.

How to Use

Press TurboCool,The refrigerator

temperatm'e display will show _c.

_Mter TurboCoolis complete, the

reflJgerator compartment will return

to the original setting.

NOTES:The refligerator temperatm'e

cannot be changed dining

TurboCooZ

The fl'eezer temperature is not

affected (huJng TurboCooL

_4]_en opening the refrigerator

door (lining YurboCoot the tiros

will continue to rim if they have

cycled on.

About Door Alarm (onsomemodels)

The door alam_ will sotmd if either

door is open fl)r more than 2 minutes.

The beeping stops when w)u close

the (loo_:

Aboutthe controlswith numberedsettings.

NOTE: Therefrigeratoris shipped with protective film coveringthe temperaturecontrols.

If this film was not removedduringinstallation, removeit now

Initially, set the refrigerator control at5 and the freezer control at5 and allow24 hours

for the temperature to stabilize.

Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one increment at a time, and

allow24 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you

have set.

Setting either or both controls to 0stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer

compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.

Performance Air Flow System

The Pe_tmmance _Mr Flow System is designed to

maximize temperattu'e control in the refl_igerator

and fl'eezer compamnents, This tmique special

teatm'e consists of the _dr Tower along the back

wall ot the refligerator and the _dr Tmmel on the

bottom portion of the fl'eezer rear wall. Placing

fi)od in fl'ont of the lou\'e_ on these components

will not affect perfi)m_ance.

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RESET WATER FILTER

(on some models)

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in the

back Ul)l)er right corner of the refl-igerator

coiili)_l i'tlilent,

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indicator

light fin" the water filter cartridge on the

temperature display This light will mrn

orange to tell you that you need to replace

the filter soon. The filter cartridge should

be replaced when the replacement

indicator light tm'ns red or if the flow

of water to the dispenser or icemaker

decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

O]f yot:l are replacing the cartridge,

fi_t remove the old one. Open the

cartridge cover by pressing in on the

tnb at the ti'ont and pulling down.

O Remoxe the cartridge b) slowly rotating

it c()tmterch)ckwise. A small amotmt of

water may drip down.

ACAUTION:/fa, hasbeentra ed

in thesystem,the fi/tercartridgemaybeejectedas

it isremovecLUsecautionwhenremoving.

0 ]_,emo',e the i)rotecti',e foil from the

end of the cartridge.

IJning up the arrow on the cartridge

and the cartridge holder; slowly rotate

the cartridge clockwise tmtil it stops.

_]_en the camidge is propedy

installed, you will ti_el it "click" as it

locks into place. The blade on the end

of the cartridge should be positioned

vertically; Do not overtighten.

Close the cartridge covex;

O Rim water fl'om the dispenser fin.

3 minutes (about 11/'_)gallons) to clear

the system and prevent sputtering.

See To Use the Dispensersection.

Press and hold the RESETWATERFILTER

pad fin" 3 seconds.

NOTE°A newl_-instnlled water filter cartridge

may cause water to spurt from the dispense_:

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use the filter 1upass I)lug when a

replacement filter cartridge is not a\:filable.

The icemaker will not operate without the

filter or filter bypass plug.

Replacement Filters:

To order additional filter cartridges

in _e United States, visit our WebsRe,

www.GEAppliances.com,or call

GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.

Filter Model (;S_¥F

Customei_ in Canada should consult

the yellow pages fin" the nearest Camco

Service Center:

Aboutthe shelvesand bins.

Not all features are on all models.

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Somemodelshavewire shelvesthat

canbeadjustedin thesamemamTe_

Rearranging the Shelves

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hel;e,_ in the refi_i_e_ato_ ('()ml)artment are a(!iustable

Refrigerator Compartment

Toremove:

0Tilt the shelf up at the fi'ont.

0I,ifl the shelf ul) at the back and

bring the shelf ()tit.

Toreplace:

0_,_hile tiltino_ the shelf u ), insert the tel )

hook at theback of thelsheff in a slot

(m the track.

0 I,ower the fi'ont of the shelf until the

bottom of the shelf locks into place.

Spillproof Shelves (onsomemode/s)

Spillproof shelves have special edges to

hel I) prevent spills fl'om dripping to lower

shelves. To i'elnove oi" replace the shelves,

see Rearranging the Shelves,

Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf (onsome models)

The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you

to reach items stored behind otheis. The

spedal edges are designed to hel I) prevent

spills from dripping to lower shelves.

Toremove:

0Reinove all items from shell

0Slide the shelf ()tit until it stops.

iift the fl'ont edge of the shelf until the

central tabs are above the fl'ont bai:

0Continue pulling the shelf torward

until it can be removed.

Toreplace:

0Place the rear shelf tabs just in fi'ont of

the central notches on the shelf fl'ame,

Slide the shelf in until the central tabs

are slightly behind the fl'ont bar.

0i,ower the shelf into place until it is

horizontal and slide the shelf in.

Make sure that the shelf sits flat after reinstallation

and doesn't move freely fromside to side.

Make sure youpush the shelvesall the way in

before youclose the door

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Fingerhold

tugger

Adjustable Bins on the Door

A(!justable bins can easily be carried fi'om

retiJgerator to work area.

Toremove: lift bin straight up, then

pull out.

Toreplace or relocate: Engage the bin in the

molded supports of the doox; and push in.

Bin will lock in place.

]'he snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling

or sliding of small items stored on the door

shelf. (;_ip the finger hold near the rear ot

the snugger and move it to fit your needs.

Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door

Toremove: Lilt the shelf straight up, then

ptdl out.

Toreplace: Engage the shelf in the molded

stlpports on the door and push down.

It will lock in place.

Aboutthe additional features.

Not all features are on all models.

Shelf Saver Rack (onsomemodels)

Slide-out beverage rack holds twelve cans of

soda or two wine/wamr bottles (lengthwise).

It can be removed tot cleaning.

Toremove, slide the rack out to the stop

position, lift the rack uI) and past the stop

position and lift it out.

Aboutthe crispersand pans.

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crisper

Excess water that ma) accunmlate in the

bottom of the (h'awe_ or under the (h'awe_

should be wiped dr);

Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)

Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the wax to the LOW

HIGHsetting to proxide high humidit_ .settin,,., to proxide lower humidity, lexels

recommended fi)r most xegetables, recommended fi)r most fl'uits.

Snack Pan (on some models)

This pan can be mo_ed to the most useflfl

location fin" )ore" fmnil)'s needs.

To remove, slide the pan out to the stop

position, lilt the pan u l) and past the stop

position and lift it out.

Adjustable Temperature Dell Pan (onsomemodels)

When the pan is placed in the 7th slot fl'om

the bottom of the track and the lever is set

at COLDEST, air fl'om the fl'eezer is torced

around the pan to kee I) it ve_T cold.

You can move the pan to any location if

wm don't want the extra cold storage.

The settings can be a(!justed anywhere

1)et_ven cold _ and coldest _1 _.

X,_]_en set at cold, the pan will stay at the

nom_al refligerator temperatm'e.

The coldest setting provides the coldest

storage area.

II II Crisper Removal

ToRemove:

These (h'awex_ can be removed easily 1)y

lifting up slightl)while pulling the drawer

past the stop location.

When the door cannot be fully opened,

rein(_x'e the drawer fi_rth est froln the door

first. Make sure the drawer closest to the

door is fifllv closed. There is a latch at the

fl'ont of the center slide rail. Push down on

the latch and slide the center slide rail, to

which the drawer is attached, a_v fl'om the

dora: ReInove fl_e drawer

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Not all features are on all models.

Appearance and features may vary

Freezer Shelves and Baskets

Depending on your model, your fi'eezer

Ill[ly feattlI'e:

O A deep fllll-width basket

A shallow fllll-width basket

0 A half:width basket

A flfll-width wire shelf

O A shelf aboxe tile ice storage bin

Appearancemayvary

Basket/Sheff Removal

Toremove the deep full-width basket on

freezer drawer models:

0 Open tile freezer drawer until it stops.

@ Tile fl'eezer basket rests on a fl'anle

inside tile fl'eezer (h'awe_; i,ift tile basket

up at tile back.

0 Lilt tile fl'ont up and lilt tile entire

basket up and out of tile (h'awe_:

Tab

Toremove the half-width basket:

0 Pull tile basket out to tile stop location.

@IJtt tile basket up at tile ti'ont to release

it from the slides.

Lift the back up and out of the slide.

When replacing the basket make sure that

tile Mre tabs and wire l/oo]_; on tile sides

of tile basket go into tile slots in tile top

of the upper basket slides.

NOTE:Mw'avsbe sure to fiflly close this

basket. You will know it is fifllv closed when

w)u teel it "click" into place.

Appearance may vary

Appearance may vary

Toremove the deep full-width baskets on

freezer door models, the shallow full-width

basket and the full-width wire shelf."

O Pull tile basket/shelf out to tile stop

location.

IJfl tile fl'ont up and oxer tile stop

location.

Lift tile basket/shelf up and out.

Toremove the shelf above the ice bin:

Pull tile shelf straight out.

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Aboutthe automatic icemaker.

A newly installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.

Power Automatic lcemaker (onsome models)

Switch

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PowerLight eeer rm

The icemaker will produce se;en cubes

per c) cle_ai)i)roxinmtel,_ 100-130 cubes

in a 94-hour i)efiod, depending (m fl'eezer

COillpai'tlllent teillpei'att/i'e, i'OOill

temperatm'e, nmnber of door openings

and other use conditions.

See below for how to access ice and reach

the power switch.

If the refl_igerator is operated before the

water cmmection is made to the icemake_;

set the power switch in the 0 (off) position.

The icemaker power light will mrn green

when the fl'eezer light switch is pressed in

or when the fl'eezer door is closed.

When the reflJgerator has been connected

to the water sui)ply, set the power switch to

the I (on) position.

Tile icemaker Mll fill Mth water when it

cools to 15°F (-10°C). A newly installed

refi_igemtor may take 12 to 24 hems to beg_n

making ice cubes.

Y)u will hear a buzzing sotmd each tilne

the icemaker fills with water;

Throw away the first ti_w batches of ice to

allow the water line to clem:

Be sm'e nothing interti_res with the sweep

of the libeler amL

_&]_en the bin fills to the level {ff the teeler

aml, the icemaker will stop producing

ice. It is nomml ti)r several cubes to be

joined together:

If ice is not used frequenfl 5 old ice cubes

will become cloud}; taste stale and shrink.

NOTE: In homes with lower-than-averagewater

pressure,you mayhear the icemakercycle mu/t))/e

tknes whenmaking onebatch of ice.

Toreach the power switch.

Accessing Ice and Reaching

the Power Switch

Toreach the icemaker power switch, pull the

shelf above the ice bin straight out. _Mwaxs

be sure to replace the shell

To access ice, simply pull the bin fiwward.

7-0 aCCeSS ice,

Icemaker Accessory Kit

If your refligerator did not come ah'eadv

equil)ped with an automatic icemake_;

an icemaker accessory kit is available at

exti'a cost.

Check the back of the refl_igerator for

the spedfic icemaker kit needed fi)r

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To Use the Dispenser (onsomemodels)

The water dispenser is located on the left

wall inside the reii_igerator compartment.

To dispense water:

Hold the glass against the recess.

Push the water dispenser button.

Hold the glass tmderneath tile

dispenser Ira" 2-3 seconds alier

releasing the dispenser button.

Water InaV continue to dispense

alter the buttoI_ is released.

If nowateris dispensedwhentherefwemtoris first

installed,theremaybeairin thewaterlinesystem.

Pressthedispenserbuttonforat /east2minutesto

removetrappedair fromthewaterfineandtoill/the

watersystem.Duringthisprocess,thedispenser

noisemaybeloudastheairispurgedfromthe

waterlinesystem.Toflushout i_npuritiesin the

waterline,throwawaythefirst6glassfulsof water

NOTE: Toavoidwater deposits,the dispenser

shouldbe cleanedperiodicaflyby wiping with a

cleancloth orsponge.

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Cleaning the Outside

The doorhandles and trim. Clean with a cloth

daml)ened with soapy water: Dry with a sott

cloth. Do not use wax on the door handles

and trim.

Keep the outside clean. _A]l)e Mth a clean

cloth lightly dampened Mth kitchen

appliance wax or mild liqlfid dish

detergent. D_3' and polish with a clean,

soft cloth.

Do not wipe the refngerator with a soiled dish

cloth or wet towel Thesemay leave a residue

that can erode the pa/n_ Do not use scouring

pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners

contein/ng bleach because these products can

scratch and weaken the paint finish.

The stainless steel panels and door handles.

Stainless steel (on some models) can be

cleaned with a commerdallv available

stainless steel cleanex: A spray-on stainless

steel cleaner works best.

Do not use appliance wax or polish

on the stainless steel,

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open be× _:,t

baking soda in the reflJgerator and fi'eezer

COIIII)_I I'[ll/ents.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this

is not practical, wring excess moisture ()tit

of sponge or cloth when cleaning arotmd

switches, lights or controls.

Lrse an appliance wax polish on the inside

sml'hce between the do(n_.

Use warn/ water and baking soda solution--

about a tnblesl)oon (15 ml) of baking soda

to a quart (l liter) oI water: This both cleans

and neutralizes odo_. Rinse and wipe (h_'.

_Mter cleaning the door gaskets, apply a

thin layer of petrolemnjelly to the door

gaskets at the hinge side. This helps kee I)

the gaskets ti'om sticking and bending out

of shape.

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water

because the extreme temperature difference may

cause them to break. Handle glass shelves

carefull_z Bumping tempered g/ass can cause

it to shatter

Donot washanyplastic refrigeratorpartsin

the dishwasher

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Careand cleaning of the refrigerator.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be caretul when moving the refl_igerator

away fl'om the wall. MI types of floor

coverings can be (lamaged, particularly

cushioned coverings and those with

embossed stiFf,ices.

Pull the retiigerator straight out and return

it m position by pushing it straight in.

Moving the refligerator in a side direction

may result in damage to the floor covering

or reffigeratoi:

When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure

you don't rofl over the power cord or icemaker

supply line {on some models).

Preparing for Vacation

For long \;l(-ations or absen(-es_ i'eillOVe

food and unplug the reli_igerattn: Move

the ti'eezer control to the 0 (0f0 position,

and clean the inmrior with a baking soda

solution of one tablespoon (l 5 ml) _ff

baking soda to one qtlart (1 liter) of wami:

i,eave the clom_ open.

Set the icemaker power switch to the 0(off)

position and shut off the water supply to

the reffigeratm:

If tile temperature can drop below

freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the

water supply system (oil some models) to

prevent serious propel F dmnage due to

flooding.

Preparing to Move

Secm'e all loose items such as base grille,

shelves and drawei_ by taping them

seetlrely in place to prevent danmge.

_]_en using a hand truck to move tile

refl_igeratoi; do not rest the flxmt or back

of the reti_igerator against the hand truck.

This could danmge the reti_igeratm: Handle

only ti'om the sides ot the reti_igeratm:

Besurethe re{ngerator staysin anupwht

positionduringmowbg

14

Replacing the light bulbs, vvvvw.GEAppliances.com

Turning the control to the 0(off) position does not remove power to the light circuit.

Refrigerator Lights

CAUTION:ah,b./bsmaybeho_

0 Unplug the refl_geratoi:

@ Tile bulbs are located at tile top of tile

refl_gerator compartment behind tile

controls. To remoxe the light shield,

,grasI ) the shield at the back and pull

out to release the tabs at the back.

_]_ Rotate tile shield down and then

fin'ward to release the tabs at the fl'ont

of the shield.

_Mter replacing with an appliance bulb

of the same or lower wattage, replace

the shield.

0 Plug tile refl_igerator back in.

Appearance may vary

Freezer Light

P' CAUTION:L,_h,b.lbsma_beho_

Unplug tile reti_igerato_:

0 Tile bulb is located at tile top of tile

freezer inside a light shield. To relnove

the shield, grasp the shield at the back

and pull out to release tile tabs at tile

back.

Rotate tile shield down and then

forward to release the tabs at the fl'ont

of the shield.

@ _Mter replacing with an appliance bull)

of the same or lower wattage, replace

the shield.

0 Plug tile refl_igerator back in.

15

Installation

Instructions Refrigerator

Models 20 and 22

I Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com

In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca I

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely

and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - Savethese

instructions for local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Observeall

governing codes and ordinances.

•Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

•Note to Consumer - Keep these

instructions for future reference.

•Skill level - Installation of this appliance

requires basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time -Refrigerator Installation

20 minutes

Water Line Installation

30 minutes

• Proper installation is the responsibility of

the installer.

•Product failure due to improper installation

is not covered under the Warranty.

PREPARATION

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS

If the refrigerator will not fit through a doorway,

the refrigerator door and freezer drawer or door

(depending on model) can be removed.

• To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1

in the Reversing the Door Swing section.

• To remove the freezer drawer, see the

Removing the Freezer Drawer section.

• To remove the freezer door, see Steps 2

and 3 in the Reversing the Door Swing

section.

PREPARATION (cont.)

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND

DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS)

If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have

to be connected to a cold water line. AGE water

supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve,

fittings and instructions) is available at extra

cost from your dealer, by visiting our Website

at www.GEAppliances.com (in Canada at

www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and

Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada

1.888.261.3055).

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

Adjustable Wrench

3/8" and 10 mm Socket

Drivers

1/4" Outer Diameter

Compression Nut

and Ferrule (sleeve)

(icemaker models only)

3/32" Allen wrench

supplied for use on

Stainless steel

refrigerator handles

(on some models)

Phillips Head Screwdriver

l

1/4" Allen wrench supplied

for changing handle

fasteners location

(on some models)

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refrigerator where the

temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it

will not run often enough to maintain proper

temperatures.

• Do not install the refrigerator where the

temperature will go above IO0°F (37°C) because it

will not perform properly.

•Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully

loaded.

CLEARANCES

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,

proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical

connections.

Sides 1/8" (4 mm)

Top 1" (25 mm)

Back 1" (25 mm)

REMOVE TOP CAP (onsomemodels)

•IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is 34-1/2" deep.

Doors and passageways leading to the installation

location must be at least 36" wide in order to

leave the doors and handles attached to the

refrigerator while transporting it into the installation

location. If passageways are less than 36", the

refrigerator doors and handles can easily be scratched

and damaged. The top cap and doors can be removed

to allow the refrigerator to be safely moved indoors.

Start with Step A.

•If it is not necessary to remove doors, skip Step A.

Leave tape and all packaging on doors until the

refrigerator is in the final location.

•SKID REMOVAL: lilt refrigerator to each side to

remove skid.

•NOTE: Use a padded hand truck to move this

refrigerator. Place the refrigerator on the hand

truck with a side against the truck. We strongly

recommend that TWO PEOPLE move and complete

this installation.

[] Locate and remove the two Phillips head screws

on the top of the refrigerator. Remove the two

screws on each side at the rear of the top cap.

Lift off and remove top cap.

[] Remove the fresh-food door. Refer to Steps 1

through 3 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section.

[] Remove the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to

"Removing Freezer Drawer" section.

[] Move refrigerator to the installation location.

REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.) (onsomemodels)

REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP

[] Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge.

Reinstall top hinge. NOTE: Ensure the door is

properly aligned to the case top to avoid

readjustment of the door during top cap

reinstallation.

[] Place cap over the top of the refrigerator. Reinstall

the original screws in the top and back of the cap.

[] Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to

"Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section.

A,

[] CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE

(icemaker and dispenser models)

A cold water supply is required for automatic

icemaker operation. If there is not a cold water

supply, you will need to provide one. See

Installing the Water Line section.

NOTES:

• Before making the connection to the

refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord

is not plugged into the wall outlet.

• If your refrigerator does not have a water filter,

we recommend installing one if your water

supply has sand or particles that could clog the

screen of the refrigerator's water valve. Install it

in the water line near the refrigerator. If using

GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you

will need an additional tube (WXO8XIO002) to

connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to

install filter.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont,)

[] CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE

(cont.)

[] If you are using copper tubing, place a

compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto

the end of the tubing coming from the

house cold water supply.

If you are using the GE SmartConnect TM

tubing, the nuts are already assembled to

the tubing.

[] If you are using copper tubing, insert

the end of the tubing into the refrigerator

connection, at the back of the refrigerator,

as far as possible. While holding the

tubing, tighten the fitting.

If you are using GE SmartConnect TM

tubing, insert the molded end of the

tubing into the refrigerator connection,

at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten

the compression nut until it is hand tight.

Then tighten one additional turn with a

wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.

[] Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided

to hold it in position. You may need to pry

open the clamp.

One of the illustrations below will look like

the connection on your refrigerator.

Icemaker-Ready models

1/4" -- Tubing

Copper Clamp

Tubing

1/4"

Compression

Nut

(sleeve)

SmartConnect T"

Tubing gerator

Connection

Icemaker-lnstalled Models

Refrigerator Ferrule

Connection 1/4" Tubing

[] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

(icemaker and dispenser models)

Turn the water on at the shutoff valve

(house water supply) and check for

any leaks.

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

On models with an icemaker, before

plugging in the refrigerator, make sure

the icemaker power switch is set to the

O (off) position.

%

%

See the grounding information attached

to the power cord.

[] PUT THE REFRIGERATOR

IN PLACE

Move the refrigerator to its final location.

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Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD

DOOR HANDLE

(For placement in the installation

location or reversal of the handles -

on some models)

Stainless steel (on some models):

O REMOVING

THE DOOR

HANDLE: Loosen

the set screws

with the 3/32"

Allen wrench

and remove

the handle.

OREVERSING THE

DOOR HANDLE:

• Remove the

handle mounting

fasteners with a

1/4" Allen

wrench and

transfer the

O_adge

lug

utton

J

.Mounting

Fasteners

(appearance may vary)

handle mounting fasteners to the right side.

* Remove and transfer the plug button and

logo badge to the left side of the fresh food

door. NOTE: Use a flat plastic edge to prevent

damaging the door. Remove any adhesive on

the door with a mild detergent. Remove the

paper covering on the adhesive backing on

the logo badge prior to carefully attaching the

badge to the door.

Plastic handle (on some models):

REMOVING

THE DOOR

HANDLE: Slide

the handle up

on the handle

mounting

fasteners and

remove the

handle.

OREVERSING THE

DOOR HANDLE:

.Remove the

handle Button

mounting Mounting Fasteners

fasteners with a

3/8" or 10 mm (appearance may vary)

socket wrench and transfer the handle

mounting fasteners to the right side.

.Remove and transfer the plug button and

logo badge to the left side of the fresh food

door. NOTE: Use a flat plastic edge to prevent

damaging the door. Remove any adhesive on

the door with a mild detergent. Remove the

paper covering on the adhesive backing on

the logo badge prior to carefully attaching the

badge to the door.

After removing the handle: Move the small plug

button from the top right side of the door top and

insert it into the hole on the opposite side.

(appearance may vary)

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

HANDLE

Stainless steel handle:

O Loosen the set screws located on the underside

of the handle with the 3/32" Allen wrench and

remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to

be tightened or removed use a 1/4" Allen wrench.

Plastic handle:

Q Slide the handle to the right on the handle

mounting fasteners and remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to

be tightened or removed use a 3/8" or 10 mm

socket wrench.

Mounting

fasteners

(appearance may vary) Slots on back

of handle

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.)

[] ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD

DOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel handle:

Attach the handle

to the handle

mounting

fasteners and

tighten the set

screws with a

3/32" Allen

wrench. Mounting

Fasteners

Plug

(appearance may vary)

Plastic handle:

O Attach the handle to the handle mounting

fasteners by aligning the slots with the handle

mounting fasteners.

0Slide it down until it is firmly locked into

position.

Mounting

fasteners Slots on back of

handle

(appearance may vary)

[] ATTACH THE FREEZER DOOR

HANDLE

Stainless steel handle:

Q Attach the handle to the mounting fasteners

and tighten the set screws on the bottom of

the handle with a 3/32" Allen wrench.

(appearance may vary)

Plastic handle:

Q Attach the handle to the mounting fasteners by

aligning the slots with the mounting fasteners.

OSlide it to the left until it is firmly locked into

position.

NOTE: A properly locked handle will be centered

on the freezer.

Mounting

fasteners

Slots on back

(appearance may vary) of handle

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Installation Instructions

[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

The leveling legs have 3 purposes:

1) Leveling legs adjust so the door closes

easily when opened about halfway.

(Front of the refrigerator should be

1/4" [6 mm] higher than the rear of

the refrigerator).

2) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator

is firmly positioned on the floor and

does not wobble.

3) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing

brake to hold the refrigerator securely

in position during operation and

cleaning.

[] Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the

refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

CAUTION: Toavoidpossible

personal injury or property damage, the

leveling feet must be firmly touching

the floor.

[] Install the base grille by aligning the

prongs on the back of the grille with the

holes in the cabinet. Push forward until

the grille snaps into place.

[] SET THE CONTROLS

Set the controls to the recommended

setting.

5 5

[.EOOMME.OEOCO.T.OLSETT..OS]

0"F IS RECOMMENDED 37 =F IS RECOMMENDED

[] REMOVE PACKAGING

START ICEMAKER

(icemaker models)

A) Remove all tape, foam and protective

packing from shelves and drawers.

B) Remove the tie downs from the freezer

baskets.

C) Place half width basket onto drawer

slides. See About the freezer section

for instructions.

Set the icemaker power switch to the

I (on) position. The icemaker will not

begin to operate until it reaches its

operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C)

or below. It will then begin operation

automatically. It will take 2-3 days to

fill the ice bin.

Pow

switch - I

NOTE:

In lower water pressure conditions, the

water valve may turn on up to 3 times

to deliver enough water to the icemaker.

21

Installation Instructions

REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models)

The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed,

to fit through tight areas.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

[] REMOVE THE BASKET

[] Open the freezer drawer until it stops.

[] The freezer basket rests on a frame inside

the freezer drawer. Lift the basket up at

the back.

[] Lift the front up and lift the entire basket

up and out of the drawer.

\

[] REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT

FROM THE SLIDES

[] Remove the Phillips head screw on each

side of the railing.

(_ DO NOT remove the hex head

screws from the rail assemblies.

DO NOT remove

hex head screws

DO NOT remove

hex head screws

[] REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT

FROM THE SLIDES (cont.)

[] Lift up on both sides of the freezer drawer

handle to separate the drawer railings

from the rail assemblies.

[] Set the drawer front on a non-

scratching surface.

[] Push the rail assemblies back into

locking position.

Rail

Assembly Drawer

Assembly

[] REMOVE THE LEVELING LEGS

(if needed)

If, after removing the freezer drawer and

refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still

not fit through a doorway, the leveling leg

brackets can be removed.

[] Remove the base grille by grasping it at

the bottom and pulling it straight out.

[] Remove both brackets with a 3/8" hex

head driver.

22

Installation Instructions

REPLACING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models)

I(_Two people may be required to complete

this procedure.

[] ATTACH AND SECURE THE

DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES

[] Pull out the rail assemblies to the full

length on each side of the cabinet.

[] Locate the slots on the inside of the rail

assemblies near the back.

Slot

[]

[]

G

Rail assembly

Insert the hooks at the back of the

drawer railings into the slots on the rail

assemblies.

Lower the front of the drawer, making

sure the tabs on the sides of the railings

fit into the front slots in the rail assemblies,

II

• "j_ '

I[] ATTACH AND SECURE THE

DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES

(cont.)

[] Replace the Phillips head screws on both

rail assemblies.

Phillips

Screw

[] REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET

Replace the lower freezer basket by

lowering it into the frame.

23

Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

IMPORTANT NOTES

When reversing the door swing:

NOTE: Door swing is not reversible on some

stainless steel models.

•Read the instructions all the way through

before starting.

• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching

paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts to

avoid using them in the wrong places.

•Provide a non-scratching work surface for

the doors,

IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move

the cabinet until door-swing reversal is

completed.

These instructions are for changing the

hinges from the right side to the left side--if

you ever want to change the hinges back to

the right side, follow these same instructions

and reverse all references to left and right.

• Once door swing is finalized, ensure

the logo badge is properly aligned and

permanently secured to the door by

removing the adhesive cover on the back

side. NOTE: If necessary call Customer

Service for a replacement badge.

Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical

outlet,

Empty all door shelves, including the dairy

compartment.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Adjustable Wrench

3/8"and 10 mm Socket

Drivers

Masking Tape Putty Knife or

Thin-blade Screwdriver

Phillips Screwdriver

24

[] REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOOR

[] Tape the door shut with masking tape.

[]

[]

[]

Remove the hinge cover on top of the

refrigerator door by squeezing it and

pulling it up.

Using a 3/8" or 10 mm socket driver,

remove the bolts securing the top hinge to

the cabinet. Then lift the hinge straight up

to free the hinge pin from the socket in the

top of the door.

__ Hing_e COver

e

Remove the tape and tilt the door away

from the cabinet. Lift the door off the

center hinge pin.

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE THE CENTER HINGE PIN

[] On models with a freezer door, tape the

door shut with masking tape.

[] Using an adjustable wrench, remove the

center hinge pin.

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

(freezer door models)

[] Remove the tape and tilt the door away

from the cabinet. Lift the door off the

bottom hinge pin.

NOTE: There is a plastic washer between

the hinge and the top of the freezer door.

Do not lose.

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

[] REMOVE CENTER HINGE

Using a 3/8" or 10 mm socket driver and

Phillips head screwdriver, remove the

bolts and screws securing the center

hinge to the cabinet. Set hinge, bolts,

screws, washer (on freezer door models)

and hinge pin aside.

On models with a freezer drawer, skip to

Step 7.

[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE

BRACKET (freezer door models)

[] Remove the base grille by grasping it at

the bottom and pulling it straight out.

\

[] Using a 3/8" or 10 mm socket driver,

remove the screws securing the bottom

hinge bracket to the cabinet.

[] Using an adjustable wrench, remove the

hinge pin and washer(s) from the right

side of the bracket and install on the left.

[] Using a 3/8" or 10 mm socket driver,

remove the leveling leg bracket from the

bottom left side of the cabinet and install

it on the right side.

Left Side Right Side

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Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.)

[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE

BRACKET (freezer door models, cont.)

[] Install the bottom hinge bracket on the

left side of the cabinet.

[] Replace the base grille by aligning the

prongs on the back of the grille with the

holes in the cabinet, Push forward until

the grille snaps into place,

[]

[]

[]

[]

TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR STOP

(freezer door models)

Remove the door stop on right side of the

bottom of the freezer door by removing

the two screws.

Move the plastic hinge hole thimble to the

opposite hole.

Install the door stop on the left side.

Bottom of Freezer Door

(Right Side)

Bottom of Freezer Door

(Left Side)

[] INSTALL CENTER HINGE

[] Transfer the plug button and screws in

the hinge holes on the left side to the

right side.

[] Install the center hinge on the left side.

S!!!

[] HANG THE FREEZER DOOR

(freezer door models)

Lower the freezer door onto the bottom

hinge pin, then shut the door, making

sure to align the door with the cabinet.

Make sure the gasket on the door is flush

against the cabinet.

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Installation Instructions

[] INSTALL CENTER HINGE PIN

[] Install the center hinge pin.

NOTE: On models with a freezer door,

be sure to put the washer between the

top of the freezer door and the bottom

of the center hinge.

Freezer Door Models Freezer Drawer Models

[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR

DOOR STOP

[] Remove the door stop on right side of

the bottom of the refrigerator door by

removing the two screws.

[] Move the plastic hinge hole thimble to

the opposite hole.

[] Install the door stop on the left side,

making sure to line up the screw holes

in the door stop with the holes in the

bottom of the door,

Bottom of Bottom of

Refrigerator Door Refrigerator Door

(Right Side) (Left Side)

I_] REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR

[] Lower the refrigerator door onto the

center hinge pin.

[]

[]

Insert the top hinge pin into the hinge

hole on top of the refrigerator door. Make

sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.

Attach the hinge to the top of the cabinet

loosely with the bolts.

Make sure the gasket on the door is

flush against the cabinet and is not

folded. Support the door on the handle

side and make sure the door is straight

and the gap between the doors is even

across the front. While holding the door

in place, tighten the top hinge screws.

Replace the hinge cover.

[_ TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR

DOOR HANDLE TO RIGHT

Refer to Remove the Fresh Food Door

Handle and Attach the Fresh Food Door

Handle sections for instructions,

27

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER MODELS)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Recommended copper water supply kits are

WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the

amount of tubing you need. Approved plastic

water supply lines are GE SmartConnect TM

Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10002,

WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and

WX08X 10025).

When connecting your refrigerator to a GE

Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only

approved installation is with a GE RVKit. For

other reverse osmosis water systems, follow

the manufacturer's recommendations.

If the water supply to the refrigerator is from

a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System

AND the refrigerator also has a water filter,

use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Using

the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in

conjunction with the RO filter can result in

hollow ice cubes.

This water line installation is not warranted

by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer.

Follow these instructions carefully to

minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

Water hammer (water banging in the pipes)

in house plumbing can cause damage to

refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage

or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct

water hammer before installing the water

supply line to the refrigerator.

To prevent burns and product damage, do not

hook up the water line to the hot water line.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting

the water line, make sure the icemaker power

switch is in the O (off) position.

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas

where temperatures fall below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a

power drill) during installation, be sure the

device is double insulated or grounded in a

manner to prevent the hazard of electric

shock, or is battery powered.

All installations must be in accordance with

local plumbing code requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

J

•Copper or GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator

Tubing kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect

the refrigerator to the water supply. If using

copper, be sure both ends of the tubing are

cut square.

To determine how much tubing you need:

measure the distance from the water valve

on the back of the refrigerator to the water

supply pipe. Then add 8' (2.4 m). Be sure

there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8' [2.4 m]

coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm]

diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move

out from the wall after installation.

GE SmartConnect TMRefrigerator Tubing Kits

are available in the following lengths:

2' (0.6 m) - WXO8XIO002

6' (1.8 m) -WXO8XIO006

15' (4.6 m) - WXO8X10015

25' (7.6 m) - WXO8X10025

Be sure that the kit you select allows at least

8' (2.4 m) as described above.

28

Installation Instructions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing

is that supplied in GE SmartConnect TM

Refrigerator Tubing kits. Do not use any

other plastic water supply line because the

line is under pressure at all times. Certain

types of plastic will crack or rupture with age

and cause water damage to your home.

•AGE water supply kit (containing tubing,

shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is

available at extra cost from your dealer or

from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002

(in Canada 1.888.261.3055),

•Acold water supply. The water pressure must

be between 20 and 120 p,s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).

•Power drill.

•1/2" or adjustable wrench.

• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.

•Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts

and 2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the

copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the

refrigerator water valve.

OR

• If you are using a GE SmartConnect TM

Refrigerator Tubing kit, the necessary

fittings are preassembled to the tubing,

• If your existing copper water line has a

flared fitting at the end, you will need an

adapter (available at plumbing supply

stores) to connect the water line to the

refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared

fitting with a tube cutter and then use a

compression fitting. Do not cut formed end

from GE SmartConnect TMRefrigerator tubing.

• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water

line. The shutoff valve should have a water

inlet with a minimum inside diameter of

5/32" at the point of connection to the COLD

WATER UNE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are

included in many water supply kits. Before

purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve

complies with your local plumbing codes.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest

frequently used drinking water line.

[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest faucet long enough

to clear the line of water.

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location for the valve that is

easily accessible. It is best to connect into

the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is

necessary to connect into a horizontal

water pipe, make the connection to the

top or side, rather than at the bottom,

to avoid drawing off any sediment from

the water pipe.

[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

Drill a1/4" hole in the water pipe (even if

using a self-piercing valve), using a sharp

bit. Remove any burrs resulting from

drilling the hole in the pipe,

Take care not to allow water to drain into

the drill.

Failure to drill a 1/4" hole may result in

reduced ice production or smaller cubes.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water

pipe with the pipe clamp.

Pipe

Saddle-Type

Shutoff Valve

Cold Water Pipe

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered

to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not

permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with

your licensed plumber,

[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing

washer begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may

crush the tubing.

Pi

Washer

Inlet End

Clamp

Screw

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between the cold water

line and the refrigerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in

the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or

adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall

as possible.

NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra

tubing (about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns

of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the

refrigerator to move out from the wall after

installation.

[] CONNECT THE TUBING

TO THE VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule

(sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end

of the tubing and connect it to the

shutoff valve,

Make sure the tubing is fully inserted

into the valve, Tighten the compression

nut securely.

For plastic tubing from a GE

SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing kit,

insert the molded end of the tubing into

the shutoff valve and tighten compression

nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one

additional turn with a wrench.

Overtightening may cause leaks.

Saddle-Type

Sh utoff Va Ive

j.

Packing Nut

Outlet Valve

Compression Nut

/SmartConnect TM

/Tubing

Ferrule (sleeve)

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered

to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not

permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with

your licensed plumber.

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn the main water supply on and flush

out the tubing until the water is clear,

Shut the water off at the water valve after

about one quart (1 liter) of water has been

flushed through the tubing.

I To complete the installation of the refrigerator, I

go back to Step 1 in Installing the Refrigerator.

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Normal operatingsounds, vvvvw.GEAppliances.com

Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators.

Modem refrigerators have more features and use newer technology.

Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal

HUMMM...

--WHOOSH...

Tile new high eflicienQ compressor ma) run fkJsterand longer

than your old refl'igerator and ?xm m_} hear a high-pitched

hum or pulsating sound _hile it is open_ting.

NY)u may Ileal" a whooshing sound when tile doors close. This is

due to pl_ssure equalizing within the reii-lgeratol:

CLICKS, POPS,

CRACKS and SNAPS

Ym may Ileal" cracking or popping sounds when tile

reii-lgerator is iilst plugged ill. This happens as the reii-lgemtor

cools to the correct temperature.

@ The ti'eezer control will click when starting or stopping the

compressol:

Defl'ost diner snapping ill and out of tile defi'ost c\cle.

N Expansion and contraction of cooling coils (huing and atter

defl'ost can cruise a cracking or popping sound.

@ On models with all icemake/, after all icemaking cycle, you

may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.

@ On models with a dispenser, during wamr dispense, gm

may hear the water lines move at initial dispense and after

dispenser button is released.

WHIR./

Ym mm hear fl_e iims spinning at high speeds. This happens

\d/en tile l_fl'igerator is first plugged ill, \d/en tile dools are

opened ti'equemly or \_hen a lane ml/ount of food is added to

the refl'igerator or ti'eezer conq)armlents. Tile rims are helping

to mNntain file correct temperatures.

@ Tile tims change speeds ill order to provide optimal cooling

and energ) smings.

WATERSOUNDS

6

The flow of refl'igerant flmmgh the ti'eezer cooling coils n/ay

make a gurgling noise like boiling wawr

Water dropping on the deii'ost heater call cause a sizzJing,

popping or buzvJng sound during tile defi'ost Qcle.

, A _lmr dripping noise ma} occur during the defl'ost cycle as

ice melts ti'om tile ev_q)onm)r and flows into the dndn pan.

@ Closing tile door may cause a gurgling sound (hie to pressure

equalization.

Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting -tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following

pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Refrigerator does not

operate

Vibration or rattling

(slight vibration

is normaO

Possible Causes

Refrigerator in defrost cycle.

What To Do

•_'_fit about 30 inilmtes fin" detrost cycle to end.

Control in 0 (off)position. • Miwe tile control to a telnperamre setting.

Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push the plug completely into the outlet.

The fuse is blown/circuit • Replace fllse or reset the breaker.

breaker is tripped.

Leveling legs need adjusting. •See Level the Refrigeratoc

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Before you call forservice...

Troubleshooting -tips

Possible Causes What ToDo

•_.fit 94 houI_ tor the refi_igerator to completely

COOl dowu.

• This is noimal.

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator

long periods or cycles is f'mst plugged in.

on andofffrequently. Often occurs when large

(Modern refrigerators mnom_ts of food are

with more storage

space and a larger placed in refrigerator.

freezerrequiremore Door left open. •Check to see if package is holding door o )ell

, , } •

operating time. They

start and stop often Hot weather or frequent • This is n(mnal.

to maintain even door opelfings.

Temperature control • See About the controls.

set at the coldest setting.

Grille mad condenser need • See Care and cleaning.

clemlh_g.

TurboCool function has been • This is n()imal when the Turbo(_ool timcfion is activated.

activated. See About TurboCoolf()r m()re infi)mmti(m.

Refrigerator or freezer Temperature controls not set •See About the controls.

compartmenttoowarm cold enough.

Warm weather or frequent • Set the teIuperature coutrol oue step coldel:

door opelfings. See About the controls.

Door left open. • Check to see if package, is holding, door el)ell.

Frostorice crystals Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.

onfrozenfood

(frost within package Too frequent or too long

is normal) door openhlgs.

Frequent"buzzing" lcema_ker power switch is in •Set the power switch to the 0 (off) position. Keeping it

sound the I (on) position, but the ill tile I (on) l/()sition will damage the water valve.

water supply to the refrigerator

has not been com_ected.

Smallorhollow cubes Water Filter clogged. •Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge, or with l)lug,.

Automaticicemaker lcema_ker power switch is •Set the power switch to the I(on)position.

(on some models) not on. The icemaker power light will turn green when the

does not work fi'eezer light switch is pressed ill or when the fl'eezer

door is closed.

Water supply turned off or • See Installingthe waterline.

not comzected.

Freezer compartment •_4'ait 24 hotu_ fi)r the refrigerator to completely

to0 _varl_. c( )( )1 d( )\VU,

Piled up cubes in the storage • l,evel cubes by haud.

bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

Ice cubes stuck in icemaker. • Turn off tile icemakel; remove cubes :rod turn the

(Green power fight on icemaker back on.

icemaker blh_h_g.)

lcema_ker fight is not fit. • This is hernial when tile freezer door is open. The

loci/laker [lower light, will turu ,gl'eeu wheu tile fl'eezer

light switch is pressed ill or wheu the fi'eezer door is

ch)sed.

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Possible Causes What To Do

Ice cubes have Food lrmlsmitthlg odor/taste * _'ra 1)tb()(ls well.

odor/taste to ice cubes.

Interior of refrigerator *See Care and cleaning.

needs clemfilzg.

Slowice cube freezing Door left open. *Check to see if l)ackage is hol(liug door ol)eu.

Freezer cona-ol not set *See About the controls.

cold enough.

Refrigerator has odor Foods trm_smitth_g * Foods with strong 1)(11)_ should be tightly Wral)ped.

odor to refrigerator. * Kee l) au i)peu box of bakiug soda iu the refi_igerator;

rel)lace every three mouths.

Interior needs cleaning. * See Care and cleaning.

Moisture forms on Not unusual during * _'il)e surtilce 11i3' and reset die i'ei_Jgerator ( ontrol

outside of refrigerator periods of high humidity. /)ue .settiu,_ colder:

Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too

(in humid weather, air long door openings.

carries moisture into

refrigerator when doors

are opened)

Refrigerator or freezer No power at outlet. * Replace fuse or reset the l)reakel:

compartment light does Light bulb burned out or loose. *See Replacing the light bulbs

not work

Door/drawer does not Levelh_g legs need adj usth_g. *See Installingthe Refrigerator

close by itself

Freezer door/drawer This is normal if, after popping * This iudi(ates that there is a good seal I)U the fl'eezer

pops open when open, the freezer door/drawer door/drawe_:/f the fl'eezer door/drawer does u()t

refrigerator door closed on its own. automaficalh" close :liter popl)iug opeu, then see the

is closed Problem: Door/drawer does not close by itself, ab(we.

Hotak frombottom

of refrigerator

Nonnad air flow cooling

motor. In the refrigeration

process, it is normal that

heat be expelled in the

area under the refrigerator.

Some floor coverings will

discolor at these normal

and safe temperatures.

Food freezing in Food too close to the air vent * Move the fi)od away from the air veut (he;it the

the refrigerator at the back of the refrigerator, coutr()ls).

Refrigerator control is set *M()ve the reflJger;it()r c()ntr()l t() ;i \v_llluer

too cold. [elUl)el';itt/l'e settiug, ()lie iucl'euleut _lt ;i time.

Orange glow Defrost heater is on. * This is uom_al.

in the freezer

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Before you call forservice...

Troubleshooting -tips

Possible Causes What ToDo

Water has poor Water dispenser has not been *Dispense water tmtil :ill water in system is

taste/odor used for a long time. replenished.

Waterin fimtglass Normal when refrigerator *_4ait 24 hotn_ tbr the reiiigerator to completely

is warm is In'st installed, co_l down.

Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water tmfil :ill water is system is

used for a long time. replenished.

Water system has been drained. *_Mlow several horus for replenished stq)plv to chill.

Water dispenser Water suppby line turned off *See Installing the water line.

does not work or not cmmected.

Water filter dogged. *Replace filter cartridge or rem_we filter aml iust_dl l)lug.

Air may be trapped in *Press the dispenser a_m for at least 2 miuutes.

the water system.

Water spurting from Ne_dy-hastaUed filter cartridge. *Rttu water fi'om the disl)euser for 3 mim/tes

dispenser (about 1½ gallons).

Wateris not dispensed Water ha reservoir is frozen *Set the refi_igerator control to a w;ivIl/el" settiug and

buticemaker is working because the controls are wait 24 horus./f water does not dispeuse after 24 horus,

set too cold. call tbr service.

No waterorice cube Supply line or shutoff valve *(',:illa l)ltunbe_:

production is dogged.

Water filter dogged. *Replace filter cartridge or remove filter aml iust_dl l)lug.

Filter cm'tridge not *RelHove aud reiust_dl filter cartridge, beiug cert_lin that

properly hastalled, it locks into place. The blade on the end of the cartridge

shotdd be positioned verticall):

Water is leaking from Glass not being held under *Hold the glass Imderueath the disl)euser fin" 2-3 secouds

dispenser the dispenser long enough alter releasing the dispenser button. _.Liter may continue

after button is released, to disl)euse after the butt_m is released.

• Disl)euse water tor at le;ist 2 l/liut/tes to l'el/lOVe ;Ill"

t]'oln svstelII,

Air may be present ha the

water line system, caushag

water to drip after being

dispensed.

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Possible Causes What To Do

My displayis showing kc TurboCool function is activated. • See About TurboCool fi)r l//Ol'e int()vlnntion.

Waterfilterindicatorlight This is normal • See About the waterfilterlbr more infOm_afion.

Waterfilter indicator light Water filter indicator must • Press and hold tire RESET WATERFILTERpad fi)r 3

remains red even after be reset, seconds. See About the water filter tbr more infom_ation.

replacing the water filter

Waterfilterindicator This is normal. This fight will •See Aboutthewaterfilterlormore infbm/ation.

light is not lit tuna orange to tell you that you

need to replace the f'dter soon.

The f'flter cartridge should be

replaced when the replacement

indicator light tunas red.

Handle is loose/handle Hmzdle needs adjusting. •See Attach the Fresh Food handle and Attach the

has a gap Freezer handle sections fi)r detMled instrt/ctions.

Refrigerator beeping This is the door alarm. • (_]ose (h)o_:

Controlsetting is notlit On some models, the fight • If tire control settings do not light up, check to see if tire

bulbs at the top of the refrigerator light btdbs are btwned out, and replace if necessa_3".

compartment fight up the

temperature control settings.

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You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or )ou Ina) request )our ilaone_ back

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CUSTOMER WARRANTY

(for customers in Canada)

Your refrigerator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship.

What is covered

Sompressor

Sealed System (including

avaporator, condenser

Lubing and refrigerant)

How Long Warranted

(From Date of Sale)

Five (5) Years

Five (5) Years

Parts

Repair or Replace

at Camco's Option

Five (5) Years

Five (5) Years

Labour

Five (5) Years

Five (5) Years

&ll Other Parts One (1) Year One (1) Year One (1) Year

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. This warranty applies only for single

family domestic use in Canada when the

Refrigerator has been properly installed

according to the instructions supplied by

Camco and is connected to an adequate

and proper utility service.

Damage due to abuse, accident,

commercial use, and alteration or

defacing of the serial plate cancels all

obligations of this warranty.

Service during this warranty period must

be performed by an Authorized Camco

Service Agent.

2. Neither Camco nor the Dealer is liable for

any claims or damages resulting from

failure of the Refrigerator or from service

delays beyond their reasonable control.

3. To obtain warranty service, purchaser

must present the original Bill of Sale.

Components repaired or replaced are

warranted through the remainder of the

original warranty period only.

4. This warranty is in addition to any

statutory warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

• Owner is responsible to pay for sewice

calls related to product installation and/or

teaching how to use the product.

• Damage to finish must be reported

within 48 hours following the delivery of

the appliance.

• 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 light bulbs.

• Damage to product caused by accident,

fire, floods or acts of God.

• Loss of food due to spoilage.

• Proper use and care of product as listed

in the owner's manual, proper setting of

controls.

• WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

IMPORTANT

Keep this warranty and your bill of sale as proof of original purchase and purchase date.

Camco Service is available coast to coast.

If further help is needed concerning this

warranty, contact:

Manager, Consumer Relations

Camco Inc., Consumer Service

1 Factory Lane

Suite 310

Moncton, New Brunswick ElC 9M3

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warrent}4

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RefrigeratorWarranty. (Forcustomers in the United States)

Aft warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care®technician. To schedule service,

on-line, 24 hours a day, vis# us at www.GEAppliances.com, or call

800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warrantF

From_e date of the

originalpurchase

FiveYears

Fromthe date of the

originalpurchase

ThirtyDays

Fromthe original

purchasedate of the

refrigerator

GE Will Replace:

Any part of the refl_igerator which tifils due to a detect in materials or workmanshii).

During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home

service to replace the (lefective part.

Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor; condenser, evaporator

and all connecting tul)ing) which fifils due to a defect in materials or workmanship,

During this full five-year sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge,

all labor and in-home service to replace the detecti\'e pa_t in the sealed retiJgerating s)'stem.

Any partof the water filter cartridge which tails due to a (leiect in materials or workmanship.

During this limited thirty-day warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, a rel)laceineilt water

filter cartridge.

Service trips to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

hnproper h_staJlation, delivery or mahltenmlce.

Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

Loss of food due to spoilage.

Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

Dmnage caused after delivery.

Replacement of the water filter cartridge due to water

pressure that is outside the specified operating rmage or

due to excessive sediment in the water supply.

Replacement of the light bulbs or water filter cartridge

other thma as noted above.

Dmnage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods

or acts of God.

h_cidentaJ or consequential dmnage caused by possible

defects with this applimace.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home

use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your

legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.

Warrantor." General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Performance Data Sheet

SmartWater Filtration System

GSWF Cartridge

This system has been tested according to NSF/ANS142/53 for reduction of the substances listed below.

The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration

less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANS142/53.*

(100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage)

Parmneter

(_hlorin<

T & ()

Parti< ulate '_':

USEPA

MCL

Int]uent

Average

1.845 mg/I.

143,3.3.3#imL

Effluent

Average Maximmn

<0.05 mgiI. 0.05 mgiI

29.83 #imI. 140 #imI.

% Reduction

Average Minimmn

> _ 7 2( !'_ 96.43%

Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects

hfl]uent Ch'_enge

Concentration

2.0 mgiI.+ 10%

at legist10,(X)0pmticlt_simL

Standard No. 53: HeMth Effects

Influent Challenge Effluent

99.98% 99.91%

Parmneter USEPA hrtluent % Reduction

"[-urbiditv

(X'sts

I.ead at pII 6.5

I.ead at pII 8.5

I.indane

Atrazine

Mha. Required

Reduction

> 50!_

> 85!_

Mill. Required

MCL

1 NTI ***

99.95!i P.c<luction

0.015 mgiL

0.015 mgiI

0.0002 mgiL

0.003 mgiL

Average

10.3 NTI 5***

2(_),(_)0 #iL

0.15 mgiL

0.14 mgiL

0.0216 mgiI.

0.008 mgiI.

Cozlceallralion

1+1 NTI ***

Minimum 50,000 L

0.15 mgiI.+10!_i

0.15 mg!L+10%

0.002 mgiI.+10!_i

0.009 mgiI.+l 0!_

Average

0.106 NT[ 7

0

< 0.001 mg!L

0.001 mgiI.

< 0.00002 mgiL

< 0.002 mgiL

Maxilll ilnl

0.14 NTI

0

< 0.tR)l mgiL

0.003 mgiI.

< 0.00002 mgiL

< 0.1_)2 mgiL

Average

98.97!;i

> 99.99%

> 99.33%

> 99.29%

99.07!;;

> 76.12rN

Mi*firnmn Reduction

98.61 !:_ 0.5 NTI

> 99.99% > 99.95%

> 99.33% 0.010 mgiL

97.86!::i 0.010 mgiL

98.751:i 0.(;002 mgiI

> 66.67% 0.003 mg!L

*Tested using a flow rate of O.5 gpm; pressure of 60 psig; pH of 7.5 _+O,5; temp, of 68 ° _+5°F (20 ° _+3°C)

** Measurement in Particles/ml. Particles used were 0,5-1 microns

***NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units

Operating Specifications

• (_apa('ity: certified ti)r up to 750 gallons (2,838 1); up to six months

• Pressure reqtfiremelm 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar)

• TeI/lperattlre: 33-100°F (0.6-38°C)

• How rate: 0.5 gpln (1.9 lpln)

General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements

• Flush new cartridge at full flow for .3 milmtes to I)ur("e_ out trapped air.

• Replace cartridge when flow becolnes too sh)w.

Special Notices

• h_stallation ii_sti uctions, parts aim service availability, aim standard warranty are inchMed with the product when shipped.

• This drinking water system mtlst be inaintained according to illalltllhCttlrer's instructions, ii_cltMing replacenlent of filter

cartridges.

• Do not use with water that is microbioh)gically tmsate or of tmkI_own quality without adequate disilffection betore or

atier the svsteln. Svstelns certified tot cvst reductioi_ inav be used on disintected water that inav contain filterable cysts.

• The COlmtndlmnts or other substances relnoved or redttced bv this water treatn/ent svsteln are not necessarily in wmr

water.

• Check tor conq)liance with the state aim local laws aim regtdations.

• Note that while the testing was pertimned trader standard laboratory conditioi_s, actual perfornmnce inay wtrv. Svstelns

inust be installed aim operated in accordance with inanuthcturer's recomlnelMed procedures and gtfidelines.

System tested and certified bv NSF International against Standard 42 for tile reduction of

chlorine, taste and odol; par{iculat_ Class I and Standard 53 ti)l- the retluction of cyst,

lead, I.indane, Atrazine and mrbidily.

ManuL,ctured fi)r: General Electric Compan 5 I.oui_ville, EY 40225

4/

State of Califl)rnia

Department of Health Services

Water Treatment Device

Certificate Number

03-1559

Date Issued: April 28, 2003

Trademark/Model Designation

GE GSWF

Replacement Elements

GSWF

Manufacturer: General Electric Consumer Products

Tile water treatment device(S) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section

116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:'-

Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity

Cysts

I norganie/Radiological Contaminants

Atraziue

Lindane

2,4-D

Rated Service Capacity: 750 gal Rated service Flow: 0.5 gpm

Conditions of Certification:

Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with wmer of unkn0wn quality, except that systems certified for

cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.

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