GE Top Mount Refrigerator Manual L0522876

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Safely Instructions
Adapter Plugs ....................
Oonnect Electriciw ................

3
3

Exmnsion

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9
9

Cords

Proper Disposal
Safetv Precautions
Operati_
Additional
Automatic
Controls

Instructions
Feaulies
...............
Icemaker.
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9
10

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Crispers and Pans ..............
Shehes and Bins ................

4, 5

9, 10
7, 8

_4'amr Dispenser
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_4'ater Filter
. ....................

11
6

Care and Cleaning
Care and Cleaning
...............
Replacing the Light Bulbs .........

11
19

Installation

Models 22, 25

Instructions

Preparing to Install
the Refligerator
. ................
Reversing the Door Swing ......
V_'ater i Jne Install ation
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13
18-92
14-18

Troubleshooting
Tips .........
94-26
Normal Operating
Sounds
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93

Consumer Support
Oonsumer
Support
.......
Back Cox>r
Performance
Dam Sheet ..........
97
Stare of CalilBmia _'ater
Device Certificam
¼'anantv
_'alrangv

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for Canadian Customers
for U.S. Customers .......

98
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Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbex_ on the gray label
on the left side, near the top of the
reflJgerator
compartment.

200D2462PO07 49-60339 09-04 JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!
Use this appfiance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.

SAFETY
PRECAUtiONS
When using electrical appfiances, basic safety precautions should be foflowed, including the following:
This reflJgerator
must be properl,_ installed
and located in accordance
with the Installation
h_structions before it is used.
Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the reliJgeratoi:
They could
damage the reti_igerator and seriously iqim'e
themselves.
Do not

touch

the

cold

sm_lhces

in the fl'eezer

compartment
when hands
are damp
or wet,
Skin mm stick to these extremely
cold sm'ti_ces.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\'apo_s and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
In reii_igeratms with aut(mmtic icemake_,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism,
or with the heating
element located on the bottom of the icemake_:

iiii!iiiiii!
Keep finge_s out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the (loo_ and between
the doo_s and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be carefld closing
in the area.
Unplug
making

doms when

the refl_igerator
repairs.

children

are

befiwe cleaning

and

NOTE."We strongly recommendthat any servicing be
performedby a quafified individual.
Setting the controls to the 0 (off) position does
not relnoVe power to the light drcuit. On seine
models, only the reliigerator
control has a
0 (off) setting.
Do not refl'eeze
thawed

ti'ozen

toods which

have

completely.

Do not place finge_s or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism
while the reti_igerator
is plugged in.

DANGER!RISK OFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPER
DISPOSAL
OFTHEREFRIGERATOR
(_hild entraplnent
and mflbcation
are not
problems of the past. Jtmked or abandoned
reti_igerato_s are still dangerous...even
if they
will sit tor 'iiust a few days." It um are getting
rid of vour old reti_igeratm; please fi)llow the
instructions
below to help prevent acddents.

Refrigerants
_M1retiigeration
products
contain reti_igerants,
which trader federal law must be removed p_ior
to product disposal. If you are getting 6d (ff an
(71(Irefrigeration
product,
check with the company
handling
the disposal about what to do.

Before You ThrowAway YourOld
Refrigerator or Freezer:
Take off the dome.
i,eaxe the shelxes in place so that children
may not easily climb inside.

USEOFEXTENSION
CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,
use of an extension cord.

we strongly recommend

against the

Howe\'e_; if you IllllSt use }111extension
cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a/JL-listed
(in the United
States) or a CSA-lismd (in Canada),
3-wire gmtmding
type appliance
extension cord having a gmtmding
type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating (ff the cord be 15 amperes
(minimmn)
and 120 volts.

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a, WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECT
ELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safetg this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a 9,-prong (grounding)
plug which mates with
a standard B-prong (grounding)
wall outlet to
minimize the possibili V of electric shock hazard
fl'om this appliance,
Have the wall outlet and circuit
a qualified
is properly

electrician
grounded.

checked

to make sure the outlet

the rating

the

best

pe_l'imnance

and

also
which
wires.

Never unl)lug your refiigerator
by pulling on the
power cord. _dwa):s grip plug firefly and pull
straight out fl'om the outlet,

damage

along

immediately
all power cords
fl'aved or otherwise damaged,
that shows crac]cs or abi'asion

its length

or at either

end.

X4]_en moving the refi_igerator away ti'om the
wall, be careflfl not to roll over or damage the

The reli_igerator should always be plugged into
its own individual electrical outlet which has
rating that matches

provides

prevents
overloading
house
wiring circuits
could cause a fire hazard
fl'om overheated

Repair or replace
that have become
Do not rise a cord

If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet,
it is your i)e_onal
responsibili b' and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly grounded
S-prong wall outlet.

a voltage

This

power

cord,

plate.

USEOFADAPTER
PLUGS
(Adapter plugs not permitted

in Canada)

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
However; if win, must use an adapter; where local
codes permit, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly grounded
2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UIAisted adaptor available at most local
ha

I'dwa

The
the

I'e

stores.

larger

slot in the

larger

polarity

slot in the
in the

When

always

hand

while

other

hand.

temfinal

connection

disconnecting

a(lapte_;

adapter

the
the

power

If this is not

is ve_'

likely

power
adal)ter
done,

to break

be aligned

to provide

of the

the

hold

pulling

must

wall outlet

power
cord

cord.

fl'om

in place
cord
the
with

with

proper

plug

the
with

with

adapter
repeated

If the

adapter

the reli_igerator
established.

ground
until

temfinal
a proper

breal_s,
ground

DO NOT USE
has been

Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet cover
screw doesnot ground the applianceunless the cover screw
is metal, andnot insulated,and the waft outlet is grounded
through the house wking Youshould have the circuit checked
by a quafif/ed electrician to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded

one
the

ground
use.

READANDFOLLOW
THISSAFETY
INFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the controlson the refrigerator.
Thecontrols will look like one of the following:

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Initially, set the refrigerator control at5 and the freezer control at5
and allow 12-24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one
increment at a time, and allow 12hours after each adjustment for
the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
Setting the controls to # stops cooling in both the refrigerator and
freezer compartments but does not shut off electrical power to
the refrigerator. On some models, only the refrigerator control has
a # setting.
Touchpad controls
* Setting either control at 0 will automatically set the other control at O.
The zeros will blink until you set the controls.
* If both controls are set at # and either COLDERpad is pressed, the
controls will automatically reset to 5.
Control settings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and
operating conditions and may require more than one adjustment.

Locking the Controls (onsomemodels)
This teature
so the settings

allo_:s you to lock the controls
cannot

be changed.

Tolock the controls:

To unlock the controls:

Set the controls

Press and hold the lock pad tot
3 seconds.

&._q_enthe controls

to the desired

are locked,

the indicator

light will come on and the control
will not

be displayed.

settings.

settings

Press and hold the lock pad fl:,r 3 seconds.
Mter mflocking the controls, the settings
will be displayed, the lock indicator light
will go out and the settings can be changed.

About the temperaturecontrols,

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CONTROL

HOLD3SECS

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°1:for the
refrigerator compartment and #OFfor the freezer compartment. Allow
24 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.
NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the
temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation,
remove it now.

Tochange the temperature, press and release tile
WARMER or COLDERpad. Tile SETlight will come
on and tile display will show tile set teml)erature.
To change tile temperatm'e,
tap either tile
WARMER or COLDERpad tlntil tile desired
temperature
is displayed. Refl_igerator temperatm'es
can be a(!justed between 34°F and 44°F and tile
fl'eezer teml)eratm'es
can be a(!justed between
-()°F and +()°F.
Once tile desired temperature
has 1)een set,
the temperature
display will return to the actual
refl_igerator and fl'eezer temperatm'es
after 5
seconds. Several adjustnlents
may be required.
Each time you a(!just controls, allow 24 hom_ tot tile
refl_igerator to reach tile temperature
you have set.

Toturn the cooling system off, tap tile WARMER pad
fin" either tile reliJgerator
or tile fl'eezer tmtil tile
display shows OFF.To turn the unit back on, press tile
COLDERpad tin" either tile refrigerator
or fl'eezer
Tile SETlight will illuminate
on tile side you
selected. Then press tile COLDERpad again (on tile
side where tile SETlight is illuminated)
and it will
go to tile preset points ot O°Ftor tile fl'eezer and
37°Ftor tile refl_igerato_: Setting either or both
controls to OFFstops cooling in both tile fl'eezer
and refl_igerator compartments,
but does not shut
off electrical power to tile refl_igerator

Locking the Controls (on some models)
This feature
so the settings

allo_vs you to lock tile controls
cmmot

be changed.
To unlock the controls:

Tolock the controls:
O

Set tile controls

to tile desired

settings.

Press and hold tile lock pad for
3 seconds.

When tile controls are locked, tile indicator
light will come on and tile control settings
will not be displayed.

Press and hold tile lock pad lbr 3 seconds.
_Mter tmlocking tile controls, tile settings
will be displayed, tile lock indicator light
will go out and tile settings can be changed.

About the water filter. (onsomemodels)
Water Filter Cartridge
The

water

the

cartridge

corner

filter

of the

The

models

plug

filter

betore

back

byl)ass

with

the

of the filter

I_lug needs
cartridge

bypass

inside
upper

filter
cartridge.

U) be removed
is installed.

I_lug fin" flmu'e

Y)u must use the filter b)pass l)lug when
a replacement
filter cartridge is not
available. The dispenser and the icemaker
will not operate without the filter or filter
bypass l)lug.

Keep

Replacement Filters

use.

Toorderadditionalfilter cartridges
in the UnitedStates,visitourWebsite,
www.GEAppliances.com,or call
GEPartsandAccessories,800.626.2002.

When to Replace the Filter
The filter cartridge
should
e\'erv six months or earlier

be replaced
if the flow of

water to the icemaker
decreases.

dispenser

and

Filter Bypass Plug

right

compartment.

ship

in place

the filter

is located

in the

reflJgerator

/VOTE:Some
bypass

cartridge

holder

Filter Model
Suggested

(;S_4'F

Retail Price $34.95

Installing the Filter Cartridge

CtlStOlllei_ in Canada

tile yellow pages fin" the nearest
Service Center:

If }ou are replacing
the cartridge,
fi_t remove
the old one. To open
cartridge
and

cove_;

the

cover

Remoxe
it to the
may

push

in where

will drop

the cartridge
left. A small

drip

down.

in the

may be eiected
when
i'eiilo_,in

down.

b) slowl) rotating
amomlt
of water

CAUTION_
trapped

If air has been
system,

the filter

cartridge

as it is remoxed.

Use

caution

Mark yore" calendar
to remind
replace
the filter cartridge
in
Remove the protective
of the cartridge.
Position
cartridge

the cartridge
holder
and

cartridge

to the

foil

fl'om

inside
slowl)

right

you to

six months.
the end

the
rotate

The

blade

on the

end

cartridge

should

xertically:

Do not overtighten.

cartridge

Rtm water
3 minutes

the

NOTE:A
may

installed,
into

of the

be positioned

cove_;

fl'om the dispenser
(about
1½ gallons)

tile system and
See To Use the

the

tmfil it stops.

_]_en
the cartridge
is properly
vou will feel it "click" as it locks
place.

the

indicated

prevent

fin.
to clear

sputtering.

l)isponser section.

newlxqnstalled

water

cause water to spurt flom

filter

cartridge

the dispensex:

should

USD
constllt
Camco

About the shelves and bins.

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Not all features are on all models.
Rearranging
Shel',es

the Shelves

in the

refi'igerator

and

fl'eezer

comi)artn/ents

are a(!justable.

Refrigerator Compartment
To remove:

@
0

Tilt the

shelf

up at the fl'ont.

I,ifl the shelf up at the
the shelf otlt,

back

and

bring

Some models have wire shelves that
can be adjusted in the same mam_e_
To replace:
0

_'_ hile tilting
hook at the
on

the shelf up, insert the top
back of the shelf in a slot

the track.
the fl'ont of the shelf until the
of the shelf locks into place.

I,ower
bottom

Freezer Compartment
Toremove:
I,ifl u I) the left side
slide it left into the

of the
center

shelf and
of the shelf

suI_ports.
0

Rotate
the right side of the
out of the shelf suI)ports.

shelf

up and

Toreplace:

Holding the shelf diagonally, insert
left end of the shelf into the center
the shelf supports
desired level,

the
of

on the side wall at the

Insert the fight end of the shelf into the
shelf sui)ports at the same level. Rest
each end of the shelf on the bottom of
the shelf suI)ports.

Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)
Spillproof

shelxes

hel I) prexent
shelxes.

spills

To remoxe

have
fl'om

special
dripping

or replace

see Rearrangingthe Shelves.

edges

to lower
the shelxes,

NOTE."For models with an automatic/cemaker,
the freezershelf must be in the lower position
for the ice cube bucket to catch the cubes.

About the shelves and bins.
Sfide-Out Spil/proof

Shelf (on some models)

The slide-out
spillproof
shelf
to reach items stored
behind
spedal
spills

edges
fl'om

are

designed

dripping

To replace:

allo_vs you
othe_.
The

to help

to lower

Place the rear shelf
the central
notches

prevent

shelves,
Slide the shelf in tmfil the central
are slightly
behind
the front bin:

To remove:
0

Remove

Slide

all items

the

shelf

fl'om

out

tmfil

:Fingerhold

tabs

shelf_
I,ower
the
horizontal

it stops.

I,iti the fl'ont edge of the shelf tmtil
central
tabs are above the fl'ont bin:
0

tabs just in fl'ont ot
on the shelf fi'ame,

Continue
pulling
the shelf
tmtil it can be removed,

the

fin'ward

shelf" into
and slide

place tmtil it is
the shelf in.

Make sure that the shelf sits fiat after re/bsta//ation
and doesn't move freely from side to side.
Make sure you push the shelves all the way in
before youclose the door

Adjustable Bins on the Door
A(!iustable
reflJgerator

bins can easily be carried
to work

fl'om

area,

Toremove: I,ifl the bin straight
pull out.

up, then

To replace or relocate: Engage the bin in the
molded supports of the (lo(n; and push in.
Bin will lock in place.

Non-Adjustable

Shelves on the Door

Toremove: I,ifl the shelf straight
pull out.

up, then

Toreplace: Engage the shelf in the molded
supports on the door and push down.
]t will lock in place.

Freezer Tilt Out Bin (on some models)
Push the button as you tilt out the bin.
Toremove: Hold the sides of the bin and
lift it straight up, then pull out.
Toreplace:Engage the ends of the bin
in the molded SUl)ports on the door and
push down. It will lock in place.
NOTE: Do not overloadthe bin.

The snuggerhelps
prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf. (h_ip the finger hold near the rear of
the snugger and move it to fit w)ur needs.

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Not all features are on all models.
Shelf Saver Rack (onsome mode/s)
Slide-out
soda

beverage,

rack

or 2 wine/water

It can

be remoxed

holds

bottles

19 cans

To remove, slide the rack out to the stop
position, lift the rack up and past the stop
position and lift it out.

(lengthwise).

fin" cleaning.

About the crispersand pans.
Not all features

are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excess water that mm accumulate in the
bottom of the (h'aweI_ or m_(ler the (h'awei_
should

be wiped

dry.,

Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)
Slide the control

all the wa_ to the

Slide the control

H/GHsetting to provide high humidi F
reconm_ended
tor most "_egetables.

Snack Pan

all the way to the LOW

setting to provide lower humidit_
reconm_ended
for most fl'uits.

lmels

(on some models)

This pan can be mined
usetul location
for )our

to the most
famil,_'s needs.

To remove, slide the pan out to the stop
position,
lift the pan u l) and past the
stop position
and lift it ()tit.

Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan (onsomemodels)
When
the pan is placed
in the top
the left side and the lever is set at
air fl'om

the fl'eezer

is forced

6 slots

around

can

w)u

don't

move
want

the
the

pan
extra

The settings
between

cold

can be a(!justed
,

and coldest

anywhere
I_ _.

the

When set at cold, the pan will stay at the
nornlal reflJgerator
telnperature.

pan to kee I) it veI_' cold.
You

COLDEST,

to any location
cold

storage.

The coldest setting
storage a i'ea.

l)rovides

the coldest

About crisper removal
Not all features are on all models.

Crisper Removal
To Remove:
These

When the door cannot be fully opened,
rein ore th e dm wet fi_rth est from the

drawex_

lifting
past

can

up slightly
the

be remo_,ed

while

easil)by

pulling

tile

first. Make

drawer

sm'e

the

(loot" is fifllv closed.

stop location.

front
the

(ff tile
latch

center

and

drawer

closest

There

is a latch

slide

which the drawer
the door
Remove

rail.

the

Push

center

at the
down

slide

is attached,
fl_e drawe_:

door

to the
on

rail, to

away fl'om

About the automatic icemaker.
A newly-installed

refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice,

Automatic Icemaker

Power
Switch

(on some models)

Icemaker
The

icemaker

cubes

will produce

(depending

approMmately
period,
of door
There
switch

PowerLight
Power switch model

on fl'eezer

_ i'ooi/]

cycle--

compartment

teiili)ei'attli'e

openings

and

_]/en

use conditions.

refl{gerator

is operated

connection

is made

power

switch

teeler

am_ to tile

When

tile

to the

water

befiwe

to the

tile

I (on)position

the

0N (down)

models,
FeelerArm in (up)position
theON (down)
position
Feeler arm model

sui)i)ly,

the

You will hear
tile icemaker

set the
or move

green

light

a buzzing
fills with

tile

icemaket;

icemaker

If ice is not

tile

will become

connected

power
tile

switch

feeler

power

will come
so/md
water;

am/
switch

on.

each

dine

power

light

level

will stop

for several

used

of tile

teeler

producing

cubes

fl'equenfl>

cloud>

will fill Mth water when

cools to approximately
15°E A newlyinstalled refrigerator
may take 12 to 24
hom_ to begin making ice cubes.

switch

will blink

ice.

to be joined

old

ice cubes

taste

stale

and

models,

tile

green

power

get stuck

in the

if ice cubes

icemaket:
To correct
switch to 0 (Off) and
the power
icemake_;
turned
about

shrink.

this, set tile power
remove
tile cubes.

there will be a delay
bet0re
tile icemaker

did

not

come

ah'eadv

equipl)ed
with an automatic
icemake_;
an icemaker
accessory
kit is a_ filable at
extra

cost.

ol)eI_ltion.

NOTE:Inhomeswith lower-than-average
water
pressure,youmayheartheicemakercyclemultiple
timeswhenmaklbgonebatchof ice.

Icemaker Accessory Kit
If yore" refl_igerator

Set

switch to I (on) to restart
the
_dter tile icemaker
has been

on again,
45 minutes

I'eStlllleS

The icemaker

fills to tile

position.

has been

position.

with tile sweep

together:

On
reliJgerator

bin

It is nomml

to 0 (off) or move

STOP(up)

tile

amL

are two t)pes of icemake_:
power
models
and feeler am_ models.

water

Be sure nothing intetTeres
of tile feeler amL

of ice to

_ ntli/lber

other

If tile
set tile

Throxx a'_av tile first tex_ batches
allow the water line to clea_:

or eight

per

100-130 cubes in a 24-horn"

depending

teiili)ei'attli'e

seven

on model)

Check

tile

specific

VO//I"

II/odd.

back

of tile

icemaker

refl{gerator
kit needed

fi)r
fin.

About the water dispenser.(onsomemodels)
To Use the Dispenser

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(on some models)

Tile _ter dispenser is loca[ed on d_e leit w,dl
inside fl_e retiigemtor corrq)arnnent.
Todispensewater:
0

Hold

tile glass ag_dnst tile recess.

Push

die _ter

Hold tile ,glass underneath
the dispenser
ibr 2-3 seconds after x_leasing tile dispenser

dispenser

button.

button. _A_tter m_U continue
after tim button is released.

to dispense

fine wateris dispensedwhenthe refrigeratoris first
installed,theremaybe air inthe waterlinesystem.Press
thedispenserbuttonforat least2 minutestoremove
trappedair fromthe waterlineandto fill the water
system.Duringthisprocess,thedispensernoisemaybe
bud as theair is purgedfromthe waterlinesystem.To
flushout impuritiesin thewaterline,throwawaythe first
Gglassfulsof water
NOTE: Toavoid water deposits,the dispensershould
be cleanedperiodicallyby wiping with a clean cloth or
sponge.

Careand cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean with a c]odl
dampened
cloth.

with soapy water Dry with a soft

Keepthe outside clean,_A]t)e with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid (fish
detexgent. D U with a clean, soft cloth.

Donotwipetherefrigerator
witha soileddishcbthorwet
towelThese
mayleavea residue
thatcanerodethepaint
Donotusescouring
pads,powdered
cleaners,
bleach
or
cleaners
containing
bleach
because
theseproducts
can
scratch
andweaken
thepaintfinish.

Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, lea\e an open box of
baking soda in dm retiigemtor and ti'eezer

neutralizes odors. Ti_oroughl} rinse and Mt)e
(try;

COil/par[11

Avoidcleaningcoldgbss shelves(onsomemodels)with
hot waterbecausetheextremetemperature
difference
maycausethemto break.Handleg/assshelvescarefully
Bumpingtemperedglasscancauseit to shatter

leIl[s,

Unplugthe refrigeratorbeforecleaning.
If this is not pmcti(al, _Ting excess moistux> out
of sponge or cloth \allen cleaning around
_vimhes, lights or controls.
Use warm _Jw*" and baking soda solution-abe u t a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a
quart (1 liwr) of _wr Tills both cleans and

Donot washant rofrigeratorparts inthe dishwasher
Washice traysin lukewarmwateronly_o not put them
in anautomaticdishwasher

Behind the Refrigerator
Be carefld when moving the retiigemtor a_y
ti'om the wall. _MItypes of floor coverings can be
damaged, particularly cushioned co_ering._ and
those with embossed surfimes.
Pull file reti'igemtor str_figt_tout and retlu'n it to
t)osition by t)ushing it straight in. Moving the

x_ffigerator in a side (firection me? result in
damage to tile floor covering or retiigemtor
Whenpushingthe refrigeratorback,makesureyoudon't
roll overthe powercordor icemakersupplyfine[on some
mode/s).

Preparing for Vacation
For long wmadons or absences, l>l-n(we toed and
unt)lug tile retiigemtor Move the ti'eezer control
to the 0 (off) position, and clean the interior with
a baking soda solution of one tablespoon (15
ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liwr) of
_Jtel'. i,ea_.e the doors ot)en.

Set die icemaker t)o_r switch to dm 0 (off)
t)osition and shut off the _tmr SUl)plyto the
x_t_'igerator.
If the temperature can drop belo_ fi'eezing, hme
a qualified servicer drain the wamr SUl)l)lysystem
(on some models) to pre_ent serious prot)ert }
damage due to flooding.

Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as base grille,
shelves and drawe_ by taping them securely
in place to prevent damage.

Besuretherefrigeratorstaysin anuprightposition
duringmoving
11

Replacing the light bulbs.
Turning the control to the 0 (off)position
z

does not remove power to the light circuit.

Refrigerator Compartment

CAUTION:L>,bu/b be
ho .
Unplug
0

the

bulbs

the

refl'igerator

are

located

at the top

compartment

remove

the

light

shield,

the bulb

of the

models

the

light

with

same
with

an appliance

or lower
a light

wattage.

shield,

replace

shield.

of
Plug

near

the opening.
On some models,
shield will have to be removed.

Replace
bull)

refiigerator.

The

@ To

the

i'eliJgei'atof

back

in.

a light

grasp

the

shield as shown.
Squeeze
the shield
and rotate the shield toward
the back
of the

refi'igeratot;

will pop

The

light

shield

out.

Freezer Compartment Light (onsome models)

,ACAUTION:L, bu/b
h, be
ho . 0
Unplug

refrigerator:

The bulb is located
behind
a light
shield at the back of the fl'eezer

Light shield

the

COli/i)ai'tlilent,

the
pull

top

and

the

_Mter replacing xfith an appliance
bull)
oI the same or lower wattage, replace
the shield.

To i'eli/Ove_
bottom

shield

Plug the refrigerator

back in.

squeeze

of the shield

and

ofl_

Freezer Compartment Dome Light (onsomemodels)

CAUTION: bu/b be
"_ Pocket

bulb
replace

Unplug

the

light

shield.

(lotvn.

at the top of the
inside the dome

To remoxe

your finger
in the
of the shield.
Pull
_1II(l

of the
the

with an appliance

same

or h)wer

watta

shield.

refrigerator.

The bulb is located
fl'eezer
compartment

After replacing

the

pocket

shield,

place

at the back
the shield fin'ward

Plug the refrigerator

back in.

Installation
Instructions

Refrigerator
Models 22 and 25

Questions?Call
800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737)
or Visitol,
X_bsite
_,t:www.GEAppliances.com
In Canada.
call 1.800.361.3400
or Visit,,/,
X_ebsite
_,t:www.geappliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

CLEARANCES

Read

Allow tile fi)llowing
clearances
fi)r ease of installation,
proper
air circulation
and plumbing
and electrical

these instructions

completely

• IMPORTANT
instructions

for

local

- S ,,ethese

inspector's

• IMPORTANT
governing

• Note

codes

and

and carefully.

• Sides

use.

- Obs ,,'e;,ll

- KeeI) these

1" (25 ram)
side,

allow

instluctions

ROLLERS
of this appliance

requires
The rollers have 3 purposes:

time - Refrigerator
15 minutes

• Proper installation
of the installer.

(4 ram)

If the refrigerator
is against a wall on either
a 1/8" (3 ram) door clearance.

these

reference.

• Skill level - Installation
basic mechanical
skills.
• Completion

1/8"

1" (25 ram)

• Back

- Be sure to leave
with tile Consumer.

• Note to Consumer
t()I" I"/Ittlre

• Top

ordinances.

to Installer

instructions

connections.

Installation

is tile responsibility

• Product
thilure due to improper
installation
is not covered
trader tile _'_rrantv.

•

RolleI_ a(!just so tile dooI_ close on their
opened about 45 ° .

•

RolleI_ a(!]ust SO tile retiJgerator
is firefly positioned
on tile floor and does not wobble.

•

RolleI_ allow you to move
the wall tot cleaning.

tile reliigerator

own when

away fl'om

To adjust the milers:

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(ON SOME MODELS)

I)°siti°ning,
O

If tile refrigerator
has an icemakei;
it will have to be
connected
to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit
(containing
tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and
instructions)
is available at extra cost fl'om yore" dealer,
by visiting ore" X_'ebsite at www.GEApplim_ces.com
(in
Canada at www.geapplim_ces.ca)
or fl'om Parts and
Accessories,
800.626.2002
(in Canada
1.888.261.3055).

hands

Using a screwdriver,
turn
tile two front roller a(!justing
screws clockwise to raise

LOCATION

• Do not install tile refl'igerator
where tile temperature
will go below 60°F (l 6°C) because it will not mn
()Den enough
to maintain
proper
temperatures.

enough

to support

to lower it.

Replace the grille so the
notch in the grille will fit
ai'o/ind
tile bottoill door

Tilt the top of the grille
toward tile refl'igerator
and
insert the hmg metal clips
into tile top of tile owd
openings
at tile bottom of
tile refrigerator.

it flfllv

Rotate
tile bottom
the refrigerator/mtil

hinge.

• Do not install tile refrigerator
where tile temperatm'e
will go above 100°F (37°(;) because it will not
peril)tin
properly.
• Install it on a floor strong
loaded.

j---/\\\

Pull tile grille mvav ti'om tile
retiJgeratoL

tile refrigerator,
counterclockwise

REFRIGERATOR

as shown,

Rotate tile bottom of tile
_
grille outward until the clips
Remoxe
_11%
sn_l l) o/it. tile base grille b)

of tile grille toward
it snaps into place,

Installation

Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE CON
SOMEMODELS)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recommended
_XSX3

copper

or _X8X4,

tubing

you

are

Slnart(]onnect

need.

water

supply

depending

Approved

(WX08X10002,

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
kits are
the

plastic

water

'_ Refl'igerator

WX08X10006,

_4UX8X2,

amount

supply

lines

Tubing

WX08X10015

and

WX08X10025).
When

connecting

your

refl'igerator

Osmosis
_'ater
System,
is with a GE RVKit.
For
s):stems,
This

tOllow

water

the

line

manufi_ctm'er's

installation

refrigerator

or icemaker

instructions

carefifllv

water

damage.

_'_tei"

hamlner

plmnbing
lead

to water

l)lmnber

prevent

the

use

water

line,

not

install

temperatm'es
When

using

drill)

dm'ing

insulated
hazard
All

of expensive

pipes)

in house

parts

Call

and

a qualified

belm'e

installing

damage,
water

GE SmartConnect
_'_Refrigerator
Tubing
awfilable in the tollowing
lengths:

icemaker

the

icemaker

tubing

tall

below

not

hook

line.

heft)re

the

connecting
power

the
switch

any

of electric

installations

i)hunbing

electrical

device
be

grotmded

code

sure

(such
the

in a manner

shock,
must

where

2' (0.6 m)

- WX08X10002

6' (1.8 m)

-WX08X10006

15' (4.6 m)

- WX08X10015

25' (7.6 m)

- WX08X10025

Be sure that
as described

the kit wm select
above.

NOTE:

tufty

Kits are

allows at least

8' (2.4 m)

fl'eezing.

installation,

in areas

how much tubing you need: measm'e
from the water wdve on the back of the

refl'igerator
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 tm'ns of about 10"
[25 cm] diameter)
to allow the refl'igerator
to move
()tit fFoll/ the wall after installation.

0 (Off) position.

the

hot

refl'igerator
sure

risk

To determine
the distance

these

refl'igerator.

product

to the

make

in the

hammer

to the

by the
Follow

to refl'igerator

flooding.

water

and

line

your

line

bm'ns

water

If you
in

leakage

supply

water

warranted

the

banging

damage

to correct

the

is not

to minimize

cause

• Copper
or GE SmaxtCmmec(
_'_Refrigerator
Tubing
kit, ]/4" outer diameter
to connect
the refrigerator
to the water sui)ply. If using COl)per, be sure both
ends of the tubing are cut square.

recommendations.

manufi_cttu'er.

(water

can

to a GE Reverse

the only approved
installation
other
reverse
osmosis
water

as a power
device

is doul)le

to prevent

the

or is battery

powered.

in accordance

with

The

suppfied
kits.

because

local

requirelnents.

GE approved

in GE SmartConnect

plastic

not

use

any other

plastic

the

line

is under

pressure

types

of plastic

cause

water

will

damage

crack

tubing

_" Refrigerator

or rupture

to your

home.

water

supply

at all thnes.
with

is that
Tubing

age

line
Certain
and

Installation

Instructions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

Install the shutoff xalxe on the
drinking
water line.

• A GE water supply kit (containing
tubing, shutoff
valve and fittings listed below) is available
at extra
cost fl'om wmr dealer or fron_ Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.

[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
SUPPLY

• A cold water supply. The water pressm'e
between
20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).

must

Turn
on the nearest
the line of water.

nearest

hmg

fimcet

frequently

enom,h_

used

to clear

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose

a location

accessible.
• Power

drill.

• 1/2"

a vertical

or adjustable

• Straight

connect

wrench.

mad Phillips

blade

into

bottom,
the

• Two

1/4"

2 ferrules
to the

outer

diameter

compression

(sleeves)--to

shutoffwflve

connect
and

the

nuts
copper

refl'igerator

When

a horizontal
to the

to awfid

water

wflve

to connect

pipe.

water

connection

screwdriver.

fi_r the

It is best

top

that

is easily

into

the

water

pipe,

or side,

drawing

side

it is necessary
make

rather

off any

than

sediment

the
at the
fl'om

pipe.

and
tubing

water

wflve.

OR
• If wm

are

using

Tubing

kit,

to the

tubing.

a GE SmartConnect

the

necessary

'_ Refrigerator

fittings

are

preassembled

[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill

at the

existing
end,

phunbing

you

will

supply

the

refl'igerator

with

a tube

fitting.

COl)per

SmartCmmect

need

cutter
ctlt

can
then

formed

_'' Refrigerator

• Shutoff valve to connect
The shutoff wflve should

has

to connect

you
and

line

an adapter

stores)
OR

not

water

cut
use

end

a flared
(available

fitting

water

line

off the

flared

fitting

a compression
ti'om

(;E

tubing.

to the cold water line.
have a water inlet with a

nfilfim Uln inside dialneter
of 5/32" at the point of
COlmection
to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
shutoff wflves are included
in umny water supply kits.
Before i)urchasing,
make sure a saddle-type
wflve
complies
with wmr local phunbing
codes.

in the

water

btu'_
Take

from drilling
to allow water

resulting
care not
to drill

ice production

the

hole

xalve)

Failure
• If wmr

a 1/4"

a self:piercing

using

a 1 /4 " hole
or

smaller

pipe

a sharp

(exen
bit.

the hole
to drain
may , result

cubes.

if using
Remoxe

anx

in the pipe.
into the drill,
in reduced

Installation

Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE
[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF
Fasten the shutotI
the pipe clamp.

VALVE

_al_e to the cold water

pipe

(CONT.)

[] CONNECT
VALVE

with

THE TUBING

TO THE

Place the compression
nut and ferrtfle (sleexe)
for copper tubing onto tile end of the tubing and
connect
it to the shutott xalxe.

PipeClamF

Make sure the tubing is flfllv inserted
into the
valve. Tighten
the compression
nut securely.

Saddle-Type-ShutoffValve

For plastic tubing fi'om a GE SmartConnect
_''
Refl'igerator
Tubing kit, insert the molded
end
of the tubing into the shutoff wflve and tighten
compression
nut until it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional
turn with a wrench.
Overtightening
Ill'IV
CatlSe
leaks.

VerticalCold
Water Pipe

NOTE: (_ommonwealth
of Massachusetts
Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered
to. Saddle wflves
are illegal and use is not permitted
in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed
plumber.

3ression
Nut
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve

[] TIGHTEN

THE PIPE CLAMP

Tighten
the clamp
begins to swell.
NOTE:
tubing

SmartConnect
_
Tubing

screws

until

the sealing

washer
Packing Nut.

Do not oxertighten

or you ma _,crash

the

Outlet Valve_

--Ferrule

(sleeve)

NOTE: Commonwealth
of Massachusetts
Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered
to. Saddle valves
PipeClamp_

_lnlet

End

are illegal and use is not permitted
in Massachusetts.
Consult with w)ur licensed
plumber.

Washer
ClampScrew_

)

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn

the

tubing

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Shut

the

one

quart

through

Route the tubing
the refl'igerator.

between

the cold water

line

and

Route tile tubing through
a hole drilled in the wall
or floor (behind
the refl'igerator
or ac!jacent base
cabinet)
as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient
extra tubing
(about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter)
to allow the refrigerator
to
move out from the wall alter installation.

main

until

water

the

water

tubing.

and

flush

out

wflve

alter

about

is clear,

off at the

(l liter)
the

supply

water

of water

has

been

flushed

the

Installation
[] CONNECT THE TUBING
REFRIGERATOR

Instructions
[]

TO THE

NOTES:
• Before

making

tile

connection

be sure tile refrigerator,
into the wall outlet.

power

to tile
cord

Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp provided
to
hold it in a xertical position.
You may need to
pr) open tile clamp.

refrigerator,
is not

I)lugged,,

One

tile

access

the

cmmection

• _4_ recommend
installing
a water filter if w)ur
water sui)ply has sand or particles that could clog
the screen of the refrigerator's
water valve. Install
it in tile water line near tile refligerator.
If using
GE SmartConnect
''_ Reti'igerator
Tubing kit,
you will need an additional
tube (_._3X08X10002)
to connect
tile filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
Rell/oxe

CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

illustrations
on your

below

will

look

the

refrigerator.

Icemaker Models without Water Dispenser
1/4"Tubing

co'_er.

[sleeve)
SmartC
Tubing

- Refrigerator
Connection

Water DispenserModels
1/4"Tubin

TubingClamp-..
Remove
xalxe

tile

plastic

(refrigerator

flexible

cap

from

tile

water

1/4" Compression
Nut,

connection).

[]
Place tile compression
nut and ferrule
(sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown, On GE
SmartConnect
''_ Refl'igerator
Tubing kit,
tile nuts are ah'eadv assembled
to tile tubing.

TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten

any connections

]nse_x tile end of tile tubing into tile water valve
connection
as tar as possible. While holding
tile
tubing, tighten tile fitting.
For plastic tubing ti'om a GE Slnart(_onnect
''_
Refl'igerator
Tubing kit, insert the molded
end
of the tubing into the shutoff wdve and tighten
compression
nut tmtil it is hand tight, then
tighten one additional
turn with a wrench.
Overtightening
mav cause leaks.

Reattach

tile

access

coxer.

that

leak.

Installation

Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE
[]

PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

(CONT.)
START THE ICEMAKER
Feeler

Arrange
the coil of tubing so that it does not xibrate
against the back of the refrigerator
or against the
wall. Push the refrigerator
back to the wall.

arm models

(CONT.)

- Move the feeler

arm to the

ON (down) position.
The icemaker
will not begin to
operate
until it reaches its operating
temperature
of (l 5 F) (-9 C) or below. It will begin operation
automatically
if the icemaker
teeler arm is in the
ON (down) position.

START THE ICEMAKER

_Arm

in the

Power switch models - Set the icemaker
power
switch to the I (on) position.
The icelnaker
will
not begin to operate
until it reaches
its operating
temperatm'e
of 15°F (-9°C) or below. It will then
begin operation
automaticallv
if the icemaker
power switch is in the I (On)p()sition, and the
green light will come on.
Power
Switch
Icemaker

FeelerArmin the ON
(down)position

STOP(up)pos¢on

Feelerarm model
NOTE: In lower water pressure
conditions,
the
water xalxe may turn on u l) to 3 times to delixer
enouoh
water to the icemaker.

Light
Power switch model

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT
When
•

re\'e_ing

NOTES
the

door

Read the instructions
starting.
parts

careflflly

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

swing:
all the way through

befl)re
Phillipsscrewdriver

•

Handle

to avoid

•

Set screws down by their related
them in the wrong places.

•

Provide

a non-scratching

scratching
parts

work surthce

IMPORTANT:
Once wm begin,
cabinet tmtil doo>swing
reversal

paint.

to avoid

5/16" Headsocketdriver
3/4" Headsocketdriver
(a 6-pointsocketis
recommended)

using

tin" the doors.

do not move
is completed.

the

Puttyknife or
thin-bladescrewdriver

These instructions
are for changing
the hinges fl'om
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 reterences
to lett
and

Maskingtape

right.

Unplug

the refrigerator

Empty all door
compartment.

shelves,

from

its electrical

indudhlg

outlet,

the dairy

Installation

Instructions

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
Tape

the

door

shut

with

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

maskino, _ tape.

Tape

the

door

Remoxe

the

shut

maskino, _ tape.

with

center

hinge,

I)in with

a 3/4"

socket.

the

away fl'om

Hinge Pin

I_.emoxe
(on

some

Remoxe

the

hinge_

coxer

top

of the

freezer

door

models).
the

two

up to free the
of the door.

screws,

hinoea

then

_oin from

lift
the

the

hinoe_

socket

strmght"

in the

top
Remo_e

the

tape

cabinet,
bracket,

i,ifl

the

Set the door
inside up.

and

tilt

door

straight

on a non-scratching

door

off the

bottom

sm'face,

the
hinge

with the

CAUTION:
Do not let door drop to the floor.
To do so could (]_lii/_loe_ the door stop.
Tape

the door

Remove
cabinet.

shut with masking

tape.

the tape and tilt the door away from
I,ifl it off the center hinge pin.

Set the door on a non-scratching
the inside up.

sm'tace

the

[] TRANSFER
THE LEFT

with

Interchange

hinge

screws

top

Do not

TOP HINGE TO

at the
tighten

and
left

screws

at top

right

side

at this

with

of cabinet.
on

hinge

time.

Installation

Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
[]

[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE
BRACKET TO THE LEFT
Remove

the

Using

a socket

bracket

fl'om

NOTE:
check

base

grille

drive_;
the

right

by pulling
move
side

the

it straight
bottom

to the

If the washer
is not on
to see if it is stuck
to the

left

(CONT.)
TRANSFER CENTER HINGE
BRACKET TO THE LEFT
Remoxe
the center
the three screws.

out.

hinge

bracket

b) removing

hinge

NOTE: Kee I) these screws with the hinge bracket.
They are long screws and will be used when
installing
the hinge on the other side.

side.

the hinge
bracket,
bottom
of the door,

You will need to relnove the colo>matched
cap
fl'om the screw head befl_re wm can remove
the
screw. Use the edge of a thin fiat blade to gently pry
the caps ott the screw heads. (A putty knife works
well tbr this.) Cover the blade with tape to prevent
scratching
the paint.

Remove
the thin

the mullion
cover fl'om the lett side using
fiat blade. Assemble
it to the right side.

Remove

the screw fl'om

cabinet.

Screw

it into

the center

the holes

Place the center hinge bracket
center lett side of the cabinet.
three long screws.
Replace
VO//I"

the cap by snapping

on the right

side.

over the holes at the
Insert and tighten the

it over the screw

with

linger.

[] TRANSFER

DOOR STOPS

On each door, moxe
right to the lett.
Moxe any screws

lett side of the

from

the metal

door

the lett to the

stop from

eight.

the

Installation
[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR
HANDLE TO THE RIGHT
To remove

the

hmldle:

careflllly prying
Remove

the

under

exposed

Remove

the

with

screw

edge

holding

DOOR

plug

button

a putty
the

Instructions
[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR
HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.)

Transfer

the

door

phlg

button

to the

opposite

side.

knife.

handle,

Butt

t
Handle Plug
Remove
top

the

of the

two

screws

holding

the

handle

Reinstalling
the hm_dle:
right side of the door.

to the

door,

LongHandle

Attach

the handle

ShortHandle

ShortHandle
11

Short
Screw

t
Hole

Handle
Plug

Hole

t
Handle

Handle

Plug _
Pin

After

removing

buttons
insert

the handle:

from
them

the
into

top
the

_. _lug

right
holes

Move
side
on

the

small

of the

door

the

opposite

ph/g
top

and

side,

SmallPlu,
Buttons

Move the laroe,_ I)lug, button
from the lett edge
of the door and insert it into the hole on the
opposite

side.
Plug Button

to the

Installation

Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

[] REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR
DOOR

[] TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR
HANDLE TO THE RIGHT
Remo_e
the
and botton_

screws
of the

(CONT.)

holding
the handle
to the
door.
I_emoxe
handle.

top

I,ower

the

hiw,e_

refrigerator

door

onto

the

bottoi/l

pin.

Straighten
hinge

the

Reinstall

Reattach
holes

the
closest

handle

to the

edge

the

opposite

of the

side

using

the

Tm'n it tmtil
and into the

Moxe the plug button on the right side of the door
to tl/e handle screw hole on the left side.

door

and

line

it up

with

the

center

bracket,
center

hinge

it extends
door,

with

through

the

a 3/4"

socket,

hinge

bracket

the

door,

Center Hinge
Bracket

[]

REHANG
i,ower

the

THE FREEZER DOOR

freezer

door

onto

the

center

hinoe_

pin.

CenterHingePin

i,ift the top hinge
socket,
Support
sure the
doors is
door in

so the pin fits into the door

the door on the handle side
door is straight
and the gap
even across the ti'ont. While
place, tighten the top hinge

and make
between
the
holding the
screws.

Normal operatingsounds,

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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...

WHIRl

• The new high efficiency compressor
may run fi_ster
and longer than your old refi_igerator and you may
hear a high-l)itched
hum or pulsating so/md while it
is operating.
• 54m may hear a whooshing
so/md when the (loo_ close.
This is due to pressm'e equalizing within the reti_igerato_:
Electronic models only:
• Sometimes
tile reflJgerator
runs for an extended
period,
espedally when tile doo_ are opened fl'equenfl): This
ineans that tile FrostGuardT"feature is working to prevent
fl'eezer burn and improve food l)rese_wation.

54m may hear tile rims 'IS)inning.* Tile rims hel I) to
maintain
tile correct temperatm'es.
Electronic models only:
• Ybu may hear tile rims spinning at high speeds.
This hal)pens when tile refl_igerator is fiI_t plugged in,
when tile (loo_ are opened fl'equently or when a lmge
amotmt ot toed is added to the refl_igerator or fl'eezer
COIIll)_l

i'tlilents.

• If either door is open tot over 3 minutes, you may hear
the tiros come on in order to cool the light bulbs.
• Tile rims change speeds in order
cooling and energy' savings.

i'efiJgei'ator

cools

tile

coYi'ect

teilll)ei'attli'e.

• Tile compressor
may Catlse a clicking or chiq)ing
sound when attempting
to restart (this could take
u I) to 5 minutes).
• The electronic
control board may cause a clicking sotmd
when relays acti\me to control _efl_igerator components.
• EN)ansion
after

defl'ost

and contraction
C_lll Catlse

of cooling

a ci'acking

coils during and
l)Ol)ping soma&

• On models with an icemake_; after an icemaking cycle,
um may hear tile ice cubes dropping
into tile ice bucket.

optimal

WATERSOUNDS

CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS
and CHIRPS
• _m may hear cracking or l)Ol)ping sotmds when tile
reti_igerator is fi_t l)lugged in. This hal)pens as tile

to provide

• Tile flow of refrigerant
through tile fl'eezer cooling
coils may make a gmgling noise like boiling water:
• Water dropping
on tile defl'ost heater can cause
a sizzling, pol)ping or buzzing sotmd (lining tile
defl'ost cycle.
• A water
c)'cle
tile
•

dripping

as ice melts
drain

Closing
pressm'e

noise

may occur

fl'om

tile

may

cause

during

e\_q)orator

tile

and

defl'ost

flo_vs into

pan.
tile

door

a gmgling

sotmd

due

equalization.

• On models with a dispense_; (hwing water dispense,
you may hear the water lines move at initial dispense
and after dispenser button is released.

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.

Possible Causes
Refrigerator
operate

does not

Refrigerator

in defrost

The controls

are set to

What To Do
cycle.

* Wait about

40 minutes

for (leti'ost cycle to end.

* Move tile reti_igerator

and ti'eezer

control

the 0 (off) position,
Refrigerator
is unplugged.

teln )erattlre settiug
* Push the l_lug c(mq_letely

The fuse is blown/circuit
breaker
is tripped.

* Replace

Vibrationorrattling
(slight vibration
is normal)

Rollers need adjusting.

* See Rollers.

Motor operates for
long periods or cycles

Normal when refrigerator
is first plugged in.

* Wait 12-24 horus fin" the refi_igerator
c()()l d()wn.

on and off frequently.
(Modern refrigerators

Often occurs when large
amounts of food are

* This is nol_nal.

withmorestorage

placed

space and a larger
freezer require more
operating time. They
start and stop often
to maintain even
temperatures.)

Door

to a

Jut() the (rot et.

h/se or reset the breaker.

to couq)letely

in refrigerator.
left open.

* Check

to see if' l)ackage, is holding

Hot weather or frequent
door opelmlgs.

* This is nol_nal.

Temperature controls
set at the coldest

* See About the controls.

door

Ol)en.

setting.
Refrigerator or freezer
compartment too warm

Temperature
cold enough.

control not set

* See About the controls.

Wm'm weather or frequent
door openings.

* Set the teml)erattu'e
control
See About the controls.

one step co111e1:

Door left open.

* Check

to see if 1)acka,,e

is holding

door

Ol)en.

Door left open.

* Check

to see if l)ackage, is hol(ling

door

Ol)en.

Frostorice crystals
on frozen food
(frost within package
is normal)

Too frequent

Automatic icemaker
(on some models)

lcemaker power switch
is in the 0 (off) position.

* Set the power

does not work

Water supply turned off or
not comlected.

* See Installing the water line.

Freezer compartment

* \,Vait 12-2 4 h()tu_ fi)r the reliJger;m)l"

too

Frequent"buzzing"
sound

or too long

door opelml_.

warln,

cool

switch to the I (on) position.

t() (()ml)letely

down,

Piled up cubes in the storage
bin cause the icemaker
to shut off.

* Level cttbes by hand.

Ice cubes stuck ill icema_ker.
(Green power light on
icemaker blhflchlg).

* Turn ot1 the iceluakel;
iceluaker back on.

lcema_ker power switch is
ill the I (on) position, but the
water supply to the refrigerator
has not been comlected.

• Set

the power

ill the

switch

I (On) I)osition

remove

to the

cubes and turn the

0 (off) position.

will (lau/age

the water

KeeIfin,,_
xalxe.

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Possible Causes
Ice storage

bin

needs

Food lraaasmitthag
to ice cubes,
Interior

left

valve

Refrigeratorhasodor

Foods

and

* _'rap

foods

Discard

old

cubes.

well.

• Check

control

not

set

to see if I)ackage.

is holding

door

open.

* See About the controls

lhm

or shutoff

* (:all a plumbex:

is clogged.
trmasmitthag

odor

* Foods

to refrigerator.

* Keep

Interior

needs

* See

cleaalhag.

Too

frequent

long

door

openhags.

No power

at outlet.

Light

burned

with

strong

_111o })en

replace

refrigerator

bin.

enough,

Supply

Moisturecollectsinside
(in humidweather,air
carriesmoistureinto

wash

* See Care and cleaning.

open.

Temperature

Noicecube
production

odor/taste

* Erupt)

cleaalhag.

Door

cold

cleaalhag.

of refrigerator

needs

Slow ice cube freezing

What To Do

e;erv

box

o(lox_ should
ot baking

three

be tightl)

soda

in tile

wrapped.
refl]gerator;

months.

Careand cleaning.

too

when doors

are opened)
Interiorlightdoes

* Replace

not work
Hot aN from bottom

bulb

NormaJ
motor.

air flow

* See

out.

fuse

or reset

tile breaker:

Replacingthe light bulbs.

coolhag

In the refrigeration

process,

it is normal

heat

be expelled

area

under

that

in the

the refrigerator.

Some floor coverings
axe
sensitive
mad will discolor
at these
safe

Food freezing in

normal

mad

temperatures.

Food too close to air vent.

* Move tile tood axvav fl'om tile air xent (near

tile controls).

Refrigerator
too cold.

control

* Moxe tile reflJgerator

temperature.

Doordoes
by#self

Rollers

need

adjusting.

Orange glowin
the freezer

Defrost

heater

is on.

is set

control

to a warmer

* See Rollers.

* This is n(mnal.

Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting -tips

Possible Causes
Water dispenser
does not work

What To Do

Water supply line turned
or not cmmected.
Water

filter

Water spurting

from

* See Installing the water line.

* Replace

clogged.

Air may be trapped
the water

off

* Press

filter ('artlJdge
the

Newly-hastaUed

filter

cartridge.

• I_.uu water
(about

Water is not dispensed

Water

but icemaker

because
the
set too cold.

or ice
production
No water

cube

in reservoir

Supply

install

})lug7

"
fin" at lea,4S •2 minutes.

line

is frozen

controls

are

or shutoff

valve

• Set

h'om

the

refrigerator

for 3 minutes

control

wait 24 hotu_./f
call for service.
* Call

dispenser

1½ galh)us).

water

to a wanuer

does

not

and

setting

dispense

after

24 hotn_,

a plumbe_:

is clogged.
Water

filter

Filter

from

dispenser

Glass

not

being

held
long

button

reader

enough

is released,

Air may be present
water

line

system,

water

to drip

ha the

cartrid,,e_

and

reinstall,

it locks

into

should

be positioned

* Hold
after

the

• Dispense
from

place.

glass

releasing

to dispense

caushag

after

filter

* Remove

hastaUed,

the dispenser
after

* Replace

clogged.

cm'tridge

properly

Water is leaking

ann

and

system.

dispenser

is working

dispenser

or l'elllOVe filter

filter

The

after

filter

cartfidoe,,_

blade

the

and

install

lflu_'

behw_

certain

that

end

of the

Cal'tYidge

vertically.,

tmderueath
the

water

or remove

the

dispenser
the

tot

butt_)n

at least

dispenser

button.

fin" 2-3

Water

seconds

may continue

is released.
2 minutes

to reinove

air

system.

being

dispensed.
Water has poor

Water

dispenser

has

taste/odor

used

for a long

time.

Water in fimtglass

Normal
when refrigerator
is first hastalled,

• Wait
c_l

Water

* Dispense

is warm

used

dispenser

has

for a long

time.

Water

Actualtemperature

not
equal to Set temperature
(on some models)

Door

Defrost

water

until

:ill water

in system

not been

24 hotu_
d_wn.
water

fin" the

until

refi'igerator

:ill water

to completely

is system

* ?dlow

24 horns

fin" s)'stem

to stabilize.

for too long.

* ?dh _w 24 hotn_

fl n" system

t() stabilize.

added

* _Mlow 24 hotn_

fin" s)'stem

to stabilize.

* _dlow

fin" system

to stabilize.

cycle

replenished.
several

food

replenished.

has been

plugged

open

* Dispense

* _dh)w

system

U_fit just

Warm

not been

drained.

ha.

to refrigerator.

is in process.

24 hotns

horus

for replenished

supply

to chill.

Performance Data Sheet
SmartWaterFiltrationSystem
GSWF Cartridge

Thissystemhas been testedaccording to NSF/ANS142/53for reduction of the substanceslisted below.
The concentrationof the indicated substancesin water entering thesystem was reduced to a concentration
less than or equal to thepermissible limit for water leaving the system,as specified in NSF/ANS142/53.*
(100%safety factors built in for unmetered usage)
Standard
USEPA
MCL

Parameter

hlfluent

No. 42: Aesthetic

Effects
Effluent

% Reduction

Average

hafluent Challenge
Concentration

1.845 mgiI.

2.9 mgiL+19%

< 0.05 mgiI.

0.05 mgiL

> _ 7.2_ %

143,333 #imI

at least 10,000 pardcles/mL

29.83 #imL

140 #imI.

99.98!'_

(:hlorin(

Average

MaxiIllurn

Mitmnum

Mha. Required
Reduction

96.43!'{

> 50%

99.91%

>85%

Mitfimum

Min. Required
Reduction
9.5 N'F[ ;

T & ()
Particulale*':

Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Parameter

USEPA

Influent

MCL
Turbidity
Cysts

Iilfhlent Clr,dlenge

1 N'FU***

Average
19.3 N'F[ ;'::**

99.95% Reduction

200,000 #iL

I.ead aI pH 6.5

0.015 mgiL

Lead aI pH 8.5
Lindane

0.015 mgiL

0.14 mgiI

0.0902 mgiL

0.0216 mgiL

A1F,izine

9.007 mgiL

0.(X)8 mgiL

1+1 N'[-[ :::**
Minimmn

0.15 mgiL

98.97%

98.61%
> 99.99!:{

> 99.95!:i

< 0.001 mgiI

> 99.33!:{

> 99.33!:i

0.010 mgiL

< 0.(R)I mgiL

Average

> 99.99!:{

50,0(X) 1,

O.15 mgiI.+l

_, Reduction

Effluent
Maxirll
[inl
Average
0.106 _FI f
0.14 NT[ ;

Concentration

0.001 mgiI.

0.003 mgiL

> 99.29!:i

97.86%

0.010 mgiL

mgiI.+l

0!:_

< 0.00002 mgiL

< 0.00902 mgiL

99.t)7%

98.75%

0.0(_)2 mgiL

0.1X)9 mgiL+l

< 0.(_)2 mgiL

< 0.002 mgiI.

> 76.129{

> 66.67:1

0.003 mgiL

0.15 mgiL+10%
0.002

* 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
•

(;apacity:

certified

•

Pressttre

requirement:

ti)r

•

Telllperattlre:

to 750 gallons

40-120

33-100°F

psi

(2,838

(2.8-8.2

1); up to six months

bar)

(0.6-38°(])

• Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)

General Installation/Operation/Maintenance
•

Hush

•

Replace

new

cartridge,

at full

cartridge

when

flow

for

.3 minutes

becolnes

too

Requirements

to Imrge,

out

trapped

air.

sh)w.

Special Notices
•

h_stallation

•

This

ii_stlttctions,

driI_king

water

parts

s_steln

and

inust

service

availability,

be inaintained

and

according

standard

warranty

are

to inanuf,lcturer's

inchtded

with

instructions,

the

ii_chtding

prodttct

when

rel)lacelnent

shipped.
of filter

ca rtridges.
•

•

alter
The

not

use with

the svsteln.
COlmmdlmnts

water

that

is microbiologically

Svstelns
certified
for
or other
substances

unsafe

cyst reduction
relnoved
or

or of unknown

quality

without

adequate

inav be used on disinli_cted
water
that
reduced
by this water
treatn/ent
svsteln

disinfection

before

inay contain
filterable
cysts.
are not necessarily
in wmr

water.
for

•

Check

•

Note

that

compliance

Inust

be installed

while

the

with
testing

and

the

state

was

l)ertiwlned

operated

and

for: (;(neral

Electri(

Company,

laws

under

in accordance

System tested
and c(rtifi(d
by NSF Inlernational
chlorine,
taste and odor, particulate
Class ] and
lead, Lindane,
Atrazine
and lurbidily.
Manufactured

local

againsl
Slandard

I.ouisville,

and
standard

with

regulations.
laboratory

inanufilcturer's

Standard
42 for th(
53 for the reduclion

conditions,
reconlnlended

r((luction
of (:}'st,

actual

l)erfornmnce

procedures

and

nlav

vary.

Svstelns

guidelines.

KY 40225

State of California
Department of Health Services

Water Treatment Device
Certificate Number
03-1559
Date Issued:

Trademark/Model

April 28, 2003

Designation

Replacement
GSWF

GE GSWF
Manufacturer:

General Electric Consumer

The water treatment
116830 of the Health

Microbiological

Elements

Products

device(s) listed on this certificate ha_e met the testing requirements
and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:

Contaminants

and Turbidity

lnorganic/Radiological

pursuant

to Section

Contaminants

Cysts

Atrazine
Lindane
2.4-D

Rated Service

Capacity:

750 gal

Rated service
Conditions

Flow:

0.5 gpm

of Certification:

Do not use where water is microbiologically
unsafe or with water of unkn0wn quality, except that systems certified for
cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.

CONSUMER

WARRANTY

(for customers

in Canada)

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

What is covered

How Long Warranted
(From Date of Sale)

Parts
Repair or Replace
at Camco's Option

Labour

Ten (10) Years
Five (5) Years

Five (5) Years
Five (5) Years

Sealed System (including
evaporator, condenser
tubing and refrigerant)

Five (5) Years

All Other Parts

One (1) Year

Compressor:
GE Profile Models
GE Models

TERMS

AND

CONDITIONS:

One (1) Year

WHAT

IS NOT

One (1) Year

COVERED:

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.

• Owner is responsible to pay for service
calls related to product installation and/or
teaching how to use the product.

Damage due to abuse, accident, commercial
use, and alteration or defacing of the serial
plate cancels all obligations of this warranty.

• Improper installation--proper
installation
includes adequate air circulation to the
refrigeration system, adequate electrical,
plumbing and other connecting facilities.

Service during this warranty must be
performed by an Authorized Camco
Service Agent.
Neither Camco nor the Dealer is liable for
any claims or damages resulting from any
failure of the Refrigerator or from service
delays beyond their reasonable control.

• Damage to finish must be reported
within 48 hours following the delivery of
the appliance.

• 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.

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.

• Loss of food due to spoilage.

This warranty is in addition to any statutory
warranty.

• WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

• Proper use and care of product as listed
in the owner's manual, proper setting
of controls.

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.
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane
Moncton, N.B.
ElC 9M3

Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warrantF

RefrigeratorWarranty.(For customers in the United States)
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Center, or
an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, vis# us at www.GEAppliances.com, or
carl 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warrant_

GE Will Replace:
Any partof

the

refl_ige_mn"

which

tifils due

to a defect

GE will

also provide,

in materials

or w_n'kmanshii).

From_e date of the
original purchase

During

Five Years
From the date of the
original purchase

Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor;
condenser,
evaporator
and all com_ecfing tul)ing) which fifils due to a defect in materials or workmanship,
During this full five-year sealed refrigeration system warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all
lal)or and in-home service to replace the defecti\'e part,

ThirtyDays
From the original
purchase date of the
refrigerator

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)lacen/ent water
filter cartridge.

Service

trips

this

in-home

to your

home

full one-year warranty,

service

to teach

to replace

you how

the

to use

the product.
Improper
Failure

of the product
thma

delivery

if it is abused,

the intended

purpose

misused,

or used

of food

to excessive

Replacement
other
than

water

is outside

due

caused

f'flter

cartridge

the specified

sediment

in the

of the light bulbs
as noted
above.

Dmnage
to the product
acts of God.

Replacement
breakers.
Damage

of the
that

due

operating

to water
rmage

water

supply.

or water

filter

cartridge

or used

commercially.
Loss

Replacement
due

or ma'_mtenmace.

and

part,

pressure
installation,

for other

(lelbcti\'e

free of charge, all labor

caused

by accident,

fin'e, floods

to spoilage.

of house

after

fuses

or resetting

of circuit

haddentaJ
defects

or consequential
with

dmnage

caused

by possible

this applimace.

delivery.

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 aflow 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

Notes.

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ConsumerSupport.

GEAppliancesWebsite
Have a question or need
any day of the year'. For
order parts, catalogs, or
and so much more... In

i. theu.8.:www.GEAppliances.c

assist;race with your appliance? Try the (;E Al)pliances Website 24 hom_ a day,
greater convenience
and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals,
even schedule service on-line. You can also "_sk Our Team of Experts"'" your questions,
Canada: _,_,_,v.geappliaJaces.ca

ScheduleService

i. theu.8.:www.GEAppliances.co

Expert GE repair set, ice is onl_ one step awa} fi'om your do(n: Get on-line and schedule
comenience
24 hom_ any (la x of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737)
during
In Cmmda,

your service at _our
n(mnal business hom_.

call 1.800.361.3400

RealLife DesignStudio

i. theu.s.:www.GEAppliances.co

GE supports the Uni\'et_al Design concept--products,
services and environments
that can be used by people of all
ages, sizes and capabilities. _,\'e recognize the need to design fin" a wide range of ph}:sical and mental abilities and
impaimmnts.
For details of GE's Universal Design applications,
including kitchen design ideas for people with
disabilities, check out our XA'ebsite today. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.GEAC
(800.833.4322).
In Cmaada, contact:

Manager; Coi,s/lii, et" Relations,
Suim 310, 1 Factot_' i,ane
Moncton,
N.B. E1 (: 9M3

Camco,

Inc.

ExtendedWarranties

it,theu.8.:www.GEAppliances.co

Purchase a (;E extended
x_arran b and learn about special discounts that are axailable x_hile _our x_arrant_ is still
in eftect. Yi)u can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224
dining natural business hom_. (;E (_onsumer
Home Set\ices will still be there after your warrant} expires. In Canada, call 1.888.261.2133

PartsandAccessories

it,theu.s.:www.GEAppliances.co

Individuals
qualified to set_'ice their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes
(VISA, MasterCard
and Discover cards are accepted).
Order on-line tocla 5 24 hottrs e\'ery day or by phone at
800.626.2002
during natural business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be
referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
Customet_

in Cm_ada should

consult

the yellow pages for the nearest

ContactUs
If you are not satisfied
including your phone

Cameo

service center;

or call 1.888.261.3055.

it,theu.s.:www.GEAppliances.co
with the service you receive ti'om GE, contact us on our _A'ebsite with all the details
I, tlI/,bet
_, at" write to: General
Manager; Customer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
I,ouisville, KY 40225

In Cmlada: www.geapplimlces.ca,

or write to:

RegisterYourAppliance

Director; Constuner Relations,
Suite 310, 1 [_actorv i,ane
Moncton,
N.B. E 1C 9M3

Camco,

Inc.

it, theu.s.: www.GEAppliances.co

Register your new applim_ce o,l-line---at your co,lye,lie,ice!
Tiinely l)rodtt('t
registratioi,
will allow for
enhanced
communication
and prompt setMce under the tem,s of w)ur warranty, should the need arise.
VOlt tl'_lV _llso mail in the pre-printed
registration
card included in the packing material.
In Cmmda: www.geapplimaces.ca
Printed in the United States

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