GE Top Mount Refrigerator Manual L0522876

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Safely Instructions

Adapter Plugs .................... 3

Oonnect Electriciw ................ 3

Exmnsion Cords .................. 9

Proper Disposal .................. 9

Safetv Precautions ................ 9

Operati_ Instructions

Additional Feaulies ............... 9

Automatic Icemaker. ............. 10

Controls ...................... 4, 5

Crispers and Pans .............. 9, 10

Shehes and Bins ................ 7, 8

_4'amr Dispenser ................ 11

_4'ater Filter . .................... 6

Care and Cleaning

Care and Cleaning ............... 11

Replacing the Light Bulbs ......... 19

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install

the Refligerator . ................ 13

Reversing the Door Swing ...... 18-92

V_'ater i Jne Install ation ........ 14-18

Troubleshooting Tips ......... 94-26

Normal Operating Sounds ........ 93

Consumer Support

Oonsumer Support ....... Back Cox>r

Performance Dam Sheet .......... 97

Stare of CalilBmia _'ater

Device Certificam ................ 98

¼'anantv for Canadian Customers . .99

_'alrangv for U.S. Customers ....... 30

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

Models 22, 25

49-60339 09-04 JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.

READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

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

SAFETYPRECAUtiONS

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_:

Do not place finge_s or hands on the automatic

icemaking mechanism while the reti_igerator

is plugged in.

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 doms when children are

in the area.

Unplug the refl_igerator befiwe cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE."We stronglyrecommendthat 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 ti'ozen toods which have

thawed completely.

DANGER!RISK OFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

(_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.

Before YouThrowAway YourOld

Refrigerator or Freezer:

Take off the dome.

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.

i,eaxe the shelxes in place so that children

may not easily climb inside.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

use of an extension cord.

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!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

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 Vof electric shock hazard

fl'om this appliance,

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked bv

a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet

is properly grounded.

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.

The reli_igerator should always be plugged into

its own individual electrical outlet which has

a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best pe_l'imnance and also

prevents overloading house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire hazard fl'om overheated 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,

Repair or replace immediately all power cords

that have become fl'aved or otherwise damaged,

Do not rise a cord that shows crac]cs or abi'asion

damage along 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

power cord,

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(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 I'e stores.

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with

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 adal)ter 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 breal_s, DO NOT USE

the reli_igerator until a proper ground has been

established.

Attaching theadapter groundterminal to a waft outlet cover

screw doesnot ground the applianceunless thecover screw

is metal, andnot insulated,and the waft outlet is grounded

throughthe house wking Youshould have the circuit checked

by a quafif/ed electrician to make sure the outlet isproperly

grounded

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe 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 0will 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.

Controlsettings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and

operating conditions and may require more than one adjustment.

Locking the Controls (onsomemodels)

This teature allo_:s you to lock the controls

so the settings cannot be changed.

Tolock the controls:

O Set the controls to the desired settings.

O Press and hold the lock pad tot

3 seconds.

&._q_enthe controls are locked, the indicator

light will come on and the control settings

will not be displayed.

Tounlock the controls:

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.

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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 (onsomemodels)

This feature allo_vs you to lock tile controls

so the settings cmmot be changed.

Tolock the controls:

O Set tile controls to tile desired settings.

O 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.

Tounlock the controls:

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.

Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemodels)

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located inside

the cartridge holder in the back upper right

corner of the reflJgerator compartment.

/VOTE:Some models ship with the filter

bypass plug in place of the filter cartridge.

The filter byl)ass I_lug needs U) be removed

betore the filter cartridge is installed. Keep

the filter bypass I_lug fin" flmu'e use.

When to Replace the Filter

The filter cartridge should be replaced

e\'erv six months or earlier if the flow of

water to the icemaker and dispenser

decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

0 If }ou are replacing the cartridge,

fi_t remove the old one. To open the

cartridge cove_; push in where indicated

and the cover will drop down.

@ Remoxe the cartridge b) slowl) rotating

it to the left. A small amomlt of water

may drip down.

CAUTION_ If air has been

trapped in the system, the filter cartridge

may be eiected as it is remoxed. Use caution

when i'eiilo_,in r

O Mark yore" calendar to remind you to

replace the filter cartridge in six months.

0Remove the protective foil fl'om the end

of the cartridge.

Position the cartridge inside the

cartridge holder and slowl) rotate the

cartridge to the right tmfil it stops.

_]_en the cartridge is properly installed,

vou will feel it "click" as it locks into

place. The blade on the end of the

cartridge should be positioned

xertically: Do not overtighten.

O Close the cartridge cove_;

@ Rtm water fl'om the dispenser fin.

3 minutes (about 1½ gallons) to clear

tile system and prevent sputtering.

See To Use the l)isponser section.

NOTE:A newlxqnstalled water filter cartridge

may cause water to spurt flom the dispensex:

Filter Bypass Plug

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.

Replacement Filters

Toorderadditionalfilter cartridges

in the UnitedStates,visitourWebsite,

www.GEAppliances.com,orcall

GEPartsandAccessories,800.626.2002.

Filter Model (;S_4'F

Suggested Retail Price $34.95 USD

CtlStOlllei_ in Canada should constllt

tile yellow pages fin" the nearest Camco

Service Center:

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Not all features are on all models.

Some models have wire shelves that

can be adjusted in the same mam_e_

Rearranging the Shelves

Shel',es in the refi'igerator and fl'eezer comi)artn/ents are a(!justable.

Refrigerator Compartment

To remove:

0Tilt the shelf up at the fl'ont.

0 I,ifl the shelf up at the back and bring

the shelf otlt,

To replace:

0 _'_hile tilting the shelf up, insert the top

hook at the back of the shelf in a slot

on the track.

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

bottom of the shelf locks into place.

Freezer Compartment

Toremove:

I,ifl u I) the left side of the shelf and

slide it left into the center of the shelf

suI_ports.

0 Rotate the right side of the shelf up and

out of the shelf suI)ports.

Toreplace:

0Holding the shelf diagonally, insert the

left end of the shelf into the center of

the shelf supports on the side wall at the

desired level,

0Insert 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.

NOTE."Formodels with an automatic/cemaker,

the freezershelf must be in thelower position

for the ice cube bucket to catch the cubes.

Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)

Spillproof shelxes have special edges to

hel I) prexent spills fl'om dripping to lower

shelxes. To remoxe or replace the shelxes,

see Rearrangingthe Shelves.

Aboutthe shelves and bins.

Sfide-Out Spil/proof Shelf (onsomemodels)

The slide-out spillproof shelf allo_vs you

to reach items stored behind othe_. The

spedal edges are designed to help prevent

spills fl'om dripping to lower shelves,

To remove:

0 Remove all items fl'om shelf_

0 Slide the shelf out tmfil it stops.

I,iti the fl'ont edge of the shelf tmtil the

central tabs are above the fl'ont bin:

0Continue pulling the shelf fin'ward

tmtil it can be removed,

To replace:

Place the rear shelf tabs just in fl'ont ot

the central notches on the shelf fi'ame,

Slide the shelf in tmfil the central tabs

are slightly behind the front bin:

I,ower the shelf" into place tmtil it is

horizontal and slide 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 youpush the shelvesall the way in

before youclose the door

:Fingerhold Adjustable Bins on the Door

A(!iustable bins can easily be carried fl'om

reflJgerator to work area,

Toremove: I,ifl the bin straight up, then

pull out.

Toreplace or relocate: Engage the bin in the

molded supports of the (lo(n; and push in.

Bin will lock in place.

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.

Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door

Toremove: I,ifl the shelf straight up, then

pull out.

Toreplace: Engage the shelf in the molded

supports on the door and push down.

]t will lock in place.

Freezer Tilt Out Bin (onsomemodels)

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.

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Not all features are on all models.

Shelf Saver Rack (onsomemode/s)

Slide-out beverage, rack holds 19 cans of

soda or 2 wine/water bottles (lengthwise).

It can be remoxed fin" cleaning.

Toremove, slide the rack out to the stop

position, lift the rack up 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 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 all the way to the LOW

H/GHsetting to provide high humidi F setting to provide lower humidit_ lmels

reconm_ended tor most "_egetables. reconm_ended for most fl'uits.

Snack Pan (on some models)

This pan can be mined to the most

usetul location for )our 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 6 slots on

the left side and the lever is set at COLDEST,

air fl'om the fl'eezer is forced around the

pan to kee I) it veI_' cold.

You can move the pan to any location if

w)u don't want the extra cold storage.

The settings can be a(!justed anywhere

between cold , and coldest I_ _.

When set at cold, the pan will stay at the

nornlal reflJgerator telnperature.

The coldest setting l)rovides the coldest

storage a i'ea.

Aboutcrisper removal

Not all features are on all models.

Crisper Removal

To Remove:

These drawex_ can be remo_,ed easil)by

lifting up slightly while pulling tile drawer

past the stop location.

When the door cannot be fully opened,

rein ore th e dm wet fi_rth est from the door

first. Make sm'e the drawer closest to the

(loot" is fifllv closed. There is a latch at the

front (ff tile center slide rail. Push down on

the latch and slide the center slide rail, to

which the drawer is attached, away fl'om

the door Remove fl_e drawe_:

Aboutthe automaticicemaker.

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

Power

Switch Icemaker

PowerLight

Power switch model

! i

FeelerArm in (up)position

theON (down)

position

Feeler arm model

Automatic Icemaker (on some models)

The icemaker will produce seven or eight

cubes (depending on model) per cycle--

approMmately 100-130 cubes in a 24-horn"

period, depending on fl'eezer compartment

teiili)ei'attli'e _ i'ooi/] teiili)ei'attli'e _ ntli/lber

of door openings and other use conditions.

There are two t)pes of icemake_: power

switch models and feeler am_ models.

If tile refl{gerator is operated befiwe tile

water connection is made to the icemaket;

set tile power switch to 0 (off) or move tile

teeler am_ to tile STOP(up) position.

When tile reliJgerator has been connected

to the water sui)i)ly, set the power switch to

tile I (on)position or move tile feeler am/ to

the 0N (down) position. On power switch

models, the green light will come on.

You will hear a buzzing so/md each dine

tile icemaker fills with water;

The icemaker will fill Mth water when it

cools to approximately 15°E A newly-

installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24

hom_ to begin making ice cubes.

Throxx a'_av tile first tex_ batches of ice to

allow the water line to clea_:

Be sure nothing intetTeres with tile sweep

of tile feeler amL

_]/en tile bin fills to tile level of tile teeler

amL tile icemaker will stop producing ice.

It is nomml for several cubes to be joined

together:

If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes

will become cloud> taste stale and shrink.

On power switch models, tile green power

light will blink if ice cubes get stuck in the

icemaket: To correct this, set tile power

switch to 0(Off) and remove tile cubes. Set

the power switch to I(on) to restart the

icemake_; _dter tile icemaker has been

turned on again, there will be a delay ot

about 45 minutes bet0re tile icemaker

I'eStlllleS ol)eI_ltion.

NOTE:Inhomeswithlower-than-averagewater

pressure,youmayheartheicemakercyclemultiple

timeswhenmaklbgonebatchof ice.

Icemaker Accessory Kit

If yore" refl_igerator did not come ah'eadv

equipl)ed with an automatic icemake_;

an icemaker accessory kit is a_ filable at

extra cost.

Check tile back of tile refl{gerator fi)r

tile specific icemaker kit needed fin.

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To Use the Dispenser (on some models)

Tile _ter dispenser is loca[ed on d_e leit w,dl

inside fl_e retiigemtor corrq)arnnent.

Todispensewater:

0Hold tile glass ag_dnst tile recess.

0 Push die _ter dispenser button.

OHold tile ,glass underneath the dispenser

ibr 2-3 seconds after x_leasing tile dispenser

button. _A_tter m_U continue to dispense

after tim button is released.

fine wateris dispensedwhentherefrigeratoris first

installed,theremaybeairinthewaterlinesystem.Press

thedispenserbuttonforat least2 minutestoremove

trappedair fromthewaterlineandto fill the water

system.Duringthisprocess,thedispensernoisemaybe

bud as theairispurgedfromthewaterlinesystem.To

flushoutimpuritiesin thewaterline,throwawaythefirst

Gglassfulsof water

NOTE: Toavoidwater deposits,thedispensershould

be cleanedperiodicallyby wiping with a clean clothor

sponge.

Careand cleaning of the refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean with a c]odl

dampened with soapy water Dry with a soft

cloth.

Keepthe outside clean,_A]t)e with a clean

cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid (fish

detexgent. D Uwith a clean, soft cloth.

Donotwipetherefrigeratorwithasoileddishcbthorwet

towelThesemayleavearesiduethatcanerodethepaint

Donotusescouringpads,powderedcleaners,bleachor

cleanerscontainingbleachbecausetheseproductscan

scratchandweakenthepaintfinish.

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, lea\e an open box of

baking soda in dm retiigemtor and ti'eezer

COil/par[11 leIl[s,

Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.

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 ut a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a

quart (1 liwr) of _wr Tills both cleans and

neutralizes odors. Ti_oroughl} rinse and Mt)e

(try;

Avoidcleaningcoldgbssshelves(onsomemodels)with

hotwaterbecausetheextremetemperaturedifference

maycausethemto break.Handleg/assshelvescarefully

Bumpingtemperedglasscancauseit to shatter

Donotwashant rofrigeratorpartsinthedishwasher

Washice traysin lukewarmwateronly_o notputthem

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

Whenpushingtherefrigeratorback,makesureyoudon't

roll overthepowercordor icemakersupplyfine[onsome

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 lightbulbs.

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

zRefrigerator Compartment

CAUTION:L>,bu/b beho .

Unplug the refiigerator.

0 The bulbs are located at the top of

the refl'igerator compartment near

the opening. On some models, a light

shield will have to be removed.

@To remove the light shield, grasp the

shield as shown. Squeeze the shield

and rotate the shield toward the back

of the refi'igeratot; The light shield

will pop out.

OReplace the bulb with an appliance

bull) of the same or lower wattage.

On models with a light shield, replace

the light shield.

Plug the i'eliJgei'atof back in.

Lightshield

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Freezer Compartment Light (onsomemodels)

,ACAUTION:L, h,bu/b beho .

Unplug the refrigerator:

The bulb is located behind a light

shield at the back of the fl'eezer

COli/i)ai'tlilent, To i'eli/Ove_ squeeze

the top and bottom of the shield and

pull the shield ofl_

0_Mter replacing xfith an appliance bull)

oI the same or lower wattage, replace

the shield.

0Plug the refrigerator back in.

"_ Pocket

Freezer Compartment Dome Light (onsomemodels)

CAUTION: bu/b be

0 Unplug the refrigerator.

The bulb is located at the top of the

fl'eezer compartment inside the dome

light shield. To remoxe the shield, place

your finger in the pocket at the back

of the shield. Pull the shield fin'ward

_1II(l (lotvn.

After replacing with an appliance

bulb of the same or h)wer watta *e

replace the shield.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

Installation

Instructions Refrigerator

Models 22 and25

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - S ,,ethese

instructions for local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT -Obs ,,'e;,ll

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these

instructions with tile Consumer.

• Note to Consumer - KeeI) these instluctions

t()I" I"/Ittlre reference.

• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

15 minutes

•Proper installation is tile responsibility

of the installer.

• Product thilure due to improper installation

is not covered trader tile _'_rrantv.

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

(ON SOME MODELS)

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).

REFRIGERATOR 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.

•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 enough to support it flfllv

loaded.

CLEARANCES

Allow tile fi)llowing clearances fi)r ease of installation,

proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical

connections.

• Sides 1/8" (4 ram)

• Top 1" (25 ram)

• Back 1" (25 ram)

If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side, allow

a 1/8" (3 ram) door clearance.

ROLLERS

The rollers have 3purposes:

• RolleI_ a(!just so tile dooI_ close on their own when

opened about 45 °.

• RolleI_ a(!]ust SO tile retiJgerator is firefly positioned

on tile floor and does not wobble.

•RolleI_ allow you to move tile reliigerator away fl'om

the wall tot cleaning.

To adjust the milers:

ORemoxe tile base grille b) _11%

I)°siti°ning, hands as shown, j---/\\\

O Rotate tile bottom of tile _ \

grille outward until the clips

sn_l l) o/it.

Pull tile grille mvav ti'om tile

retiJgeratoL

Using a screwdriver, turn _

tile two front roller a(!justing

screws clockwise to raise

tile refrigerator,

counterclockwise to lower it.

OReplace the grille so the

notch in the grille will fit

ai'o/ind tile bottoill door

hinge.

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.

Rotate tile bottom of tile grille toward

the refrigerator/mtil it snaps into place,

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE CONSOMEMODELS)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Recommended copper water supply kits are _4UX8X2,

_XSX3 or _X8X4, depending on the amount of

tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines

are GE Slnart(]onnect '_ Refl'igerator Tubing

(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and

WX08X10025).

When connecting your refl'igerator to a GE Reverse

Osmosis _'ater System, the only approved installation

is with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water

s):stems, tOllow the manufi_ctm'er's recommendations.

This water line installation is not warranted by the

refrigerator or icemaker manufi_cttu'er. Follow these

instructions carefifllv to minimize the risk of expensive

water damage.

_'_tei" hamlner (water banging in the pipes) in house

plmnbing can cause damage to refl'igerator parts and

lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified

l)lmnber to correct water hammer belm'e installing

the water supply line to the refl'igerator.

To prevent bm'ns and product damage, do not hook

up the water line to the hot water line.

If you use your refl'igerator heft)re connecting the

water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is

in the 0 (Off) position.

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where

temperatm'es tall below fl'eezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a power

drill) dm'ing installation, be sure the device is doul)le

insulated or grotmded in a manner to prevent the

hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.

All installations must be in accordance with local

i)hunbing code requirelnents.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

•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.

To determine how much tubing you need: measm'e

the distance 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.

GE SmartConnect _'_Refrigerator Tubing Kits are

awfilable in the tollowing lengths:

2' (0.6 m) - WX08X10002

6' (1.8 m) -WX08X10006

15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015

25' (7.6 m) - WX08X10025

Be sure that the kit wm select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)

as described above.

NOTE: The tufty GE approved plastic tubing is that

suppfied in GE SmartConnect _" Refrigerator Tubing

kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line

because the line is under pressure at all thnes. Certain

types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and

cause water damage to your home.

Installation Instructions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

• 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.

•A cold water supply. The water pressm'e must be

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

•Power drill.

• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.

• Straight mad Phillips blade screwdriver.

• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and

2ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper tubing

to the shutoffwflve and the refl'igerator water wflve.

•If wm are using a GE SmartConnect '_ Refrigerator

Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled

to the tubing.

• If wmr existing COl)per water line has a flared fitting

at the end, you will need an adapter (available at

phunbing supply stores) to connect the water line to

the refl'igerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting

with a tube cutter and then use a compression

fitting. Do not ctlt formed end ti'om (;E

SmartCmmect _'' Refrigerator tubing.

•Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.

The shutoff wflve should 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.

Install the shutoff xalxe on the nearest frequently used

drinking water line.

[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest fimcet hmg enom,h_ to clear

the line of water.

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location fi_r the wflve 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 awfid drawing off any sediment fl'om

the water pipe.

[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (exen if using

a self:piercing xalve) using a sharp bit. Remoxe anx

btu'_ resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe.

Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill,

Failure to drill a 1 " may

/4 hole ,result in reduced

ice production or smaller cubes.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutotI _al_e to the cold water pipe with

the pipe clamp.

PipeClamF

Saddle-Type--

ShutoffValve -- 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.

[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer

begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not oxertighten or you ma _,crash the

tubing

Washer

PipeClamp_ _lnlet End

ClampScrew_ )

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between the cold water line and

the refl'igerator.

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.

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrtfle (sleexe)

for copper tubing onto tile end of the tubing and

connect it to the shutott xalxe.

Make sure the tubing is flfllv inserted into the

valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.

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.

Saddle-Type

ShutoffValve ,&

3ression

Nut

SmartConnect_

Tubing

Packing Nut.

Outlet Valve_ --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 w)ur 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 wflve alter about

one quart (l liter) of water has been flushed

through the tubing.

Installation Instructions

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR

NOTES:

•Before making tile connection to tile refrigerator,

be sure tile refrigerator, power cord is not I)lugged,,

into the wall outlet.

• _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 tile access co'_er.

Remove tile plastic flexible cap from tile water

xalxe (refrigerator 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.

]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.

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp provided to

hold it in a xertical position. You may need to

pr) open tile clamp.

One of the illustrations below will look like the

cmmection on your refrigerator.

Icemaker Models without Water Dispenser

1/4"Tubing

SmartC

Tubing

Water DispenserModels

TubingClamp-..

1/4" CompressionNut,

[sleeve)

- Refrigerator

Connection

1/4"Tubin

Refrigerator SmartConnect_ Tubing

[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE

SHUTOFF VALVE

Tighten any connections that leak.

Reattach tile access coxer.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

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.

START THE ICEMAKER

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

Light

Power switch model

START THE ICEMAKER (CONT.)

Feeler arm models - 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.

_Arm in the

STOP(up)pos¢on

FeelerArmin theON

(down)position

Feelerarm model

NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the

water xalxe may turn on ul) to 3 times to delixer

enouoh water to the icemaker.

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

IMPORTANT NOTES

When re\'e_ing the door swing:

• Read the instructions all the way through befl)re

starting.

• Handle parts careflflly to avoid scratching paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using

them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratching work surthce tin" the doors.

IMPORTANT: Once wm begin, do not move the

cabinet tmtil doo>swing reversal is completed.

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 right.

Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet,

Empty all door shelves, indudhlg the dairy

compartment. 18

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Phillipsscrewdriver

Puttyknife or

thin-bladescrewdriver

5/16" Headsocketdriver

3/4" Headsocketdriver

(a6-pointsocketis

recommended)

Maskingtape

Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

Tape the door shut with maskino, _ tape.

I_.emoxe the hinge_ coxer on top of the freezer door

(on some models).

Remoxe the two screws, then lift the hinoe_ strmght"

up to free the hinoea _oin from the socket in the top

of the door.

Tape the door shut with masking tape.

Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the

cabinet. I,ifl it off the center hinge pin.

Set the door on a non-scratching sm'tace with

the inside up.

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

Tape the door shut with maskino, _tape.

Remoxe the center hinge, I)in with a3/4" socket.

Hinge Pin

Remo_e the tape and tilt the door away fl'om the

cabinet, i,ifl the door straight off the bottom hinge

bracket,

Set the door on anon-scratching sm'face, with the

inside up.

CAUTION: Do not let door drop to the floor.

To do so could (]_lii/_loe_the door stop.

[] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO

THE LEFT

Interchange hinge and screws at top right with

screws at the top left of cabinet.

Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time.

Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE

BRACKET TO THE LEFT

Remove the base grille by pulling it straight out.

Using a socket drive_; move the bottom hinge

bracket fl'om the right side to the left side.

NOTE: If the washer is not on the hinge bracket,

check to see if it is stuck to the bottom of the door,

[] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE

BRACKET TO THE LEFT

Remoxe the center hinge bracket b) removing

the three screws.

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.

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 mullion cover fl'om the lett side using

the thin fiat blade. Assemble it to the right side.

Remove the screw fl'om the center lett side of the

cabinet. Screw it into the holes on the right side.

Place the center hinge bracket over the holes at the

center lett side of the cabinet. Insert and tighten the

three long screws.

Replace the cap by snapping it over the screw with

VO//I" linger.

[] TRANSFER DOOR STOPS

On each door, moxe the metal door stop from the

right to the lett.

Moxe any screws from the lett to the eight.

Installation Instructions

[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR

HANDLE TO THE RIGHT

To remove the hmldle: Remove the plug button bv

careflllly prying under the edge with aputty knife.

Remove the exposed screw holding the handle,

Handle Plug

Remove the two screws holding the handle to the

top of the door,

LongHandle ShortHandle

Short

Screw

Hole

Handle

Plug Handle

_. _lug

After removing the handle: Move the small ph/g

buttons from the top right side of the door top and

insert them into the holes on the opposite 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.

PlugButton

[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR

HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.)

Transfer the door phlg button to the opposite side.

Butt

Reinstalling the hm_dle: Attach the handle to the

right side of the door.

LongHandle ShortHandle

Handle Hole

Plug

Handle

Plug_

Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

[] TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR

HANDLE TO THE RIGHT

Remo_e the screws holding the handle to the top

and botton_ of the door. I_emoxe handle.

Moxe the plug button on the right side of the door

to tl/e handle screw hole on the left side.

Reattach the handle on the opposite side using the

holes closest to the edge of the door,

[] REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

I,ower the refrigerator door onto the bottoi/l

hiw,e_ pin.

Straighten the door and line it up with the center

hinge bracket,

Reinstall the center hinge pin with a 3/4" socket,

Tm'n it tmtil it extends through the hinge bracket

and into the door,

Center Hinge

Bracket

[] REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR

i,ower the freezer door onto the center hinoe_ pin.

CenterHingePin

i,ift the top hinge so the pin fits into the door

socket,

Support the door on the handle side and make

sure the door is straight and the gap between the

doors is even across the ti'ont. While holding the

door in place, tighten the top hinge screws.

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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...

• 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.

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

i'efiJgei'ator cools to tile coYi'ect teilll)ei'attli'e.

• Tile compressor may Catlse a clicking or chiq)ing

sound when attempting to restart (this could take

uI) to 5 minutes).

• The electronic control board may cause a clicking sotmd

when relays acti\me to control _efl_igerator components.

• EN)ansion and contraction of cooling coils during and

after defl'ost C_lll Catlse a ci'acking or l)Ol)ping soma&

• On models with an icemake_; after an icemaking cycle,

um may hear tile ice cubes dropping into tile ice bucket.

• On models with a dispense_; (hwing water dispense,

you may hear the water lines move at initial dispense

and after dispenser button is released.

WHIRl

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 to provide optimal

cooling and energy' savings.

WATERSOUNDS

• 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 dripping noise may occur during tile defl'ost

c)'cle as ice melts fl'om tile e\_q)orator and flo_vs into

tile drain pan.

• Closing tile door may cause a gmgling sotmd due to

pressm'e equalization.

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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 What To Do

Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. * Wait about 40 minutes for (leti'ost cycle to end.

operate The controls are set to *Move tile reti_igerator and ti'eezer control to a

the 0 (off) position, teln )erattlre settiug

Refrigerator is unplugged. *Push the l_lug c(mq_letely Jut() the (rot et.

The fuse is blown/circuit * Replace h/se or reset the breaker.

breaker is tripped.

Vibrationorrattling Rollers need adjusting. *See Rollers.

(slight vibration

is normal)

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator * Wait 12-24 horus fin" the refi_igerator to couq)letely

long periods or cycles is first plugged in. c()()l d()wn.

on and off frequently. Often occurs when large *This is nol_nal.

(Modern refrigerators amounts of food are

withmorestorage placed in refrigerator.

space and a larger

freezer require more Door left open. * Check to see if' l)ackage, is holding door Ol)en.

operating time. They Hot weather or frequent * This is nol_nal.

start and stop often door opelmlgs.

to maintain even

temperatures.) Temperature controls * See About the controls.

set at the coldest

setting.

Refrigerator or freezer Temperature control not set *See About the controls.

compartment too warm cold enough.

Wm'm weather or frequent * Set the teml)erattu'e control one step co111e1:

door openings. See About the controls.

if )acka,,e is holding door Ol)en.Door left open. * Check to see 1

Frostorice crystals Door left open. * Check to see if l)ackage, is hol(ling door Ol)en.

on frozen food Too frequent or too long

(frost within package

is normal) door opelml_.

Automatic icemaker lcemaker power switch * Set the power switch to the I(on) position.

(on some models) is in the 0 (off) position.

does not work Water supply turned off or * See Installing the water line.

not comlected.

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

too warln, cool down,

Piled up cubes in the storage * Level cttbes by hand.

bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

Ice cubes stuck ill icema_ker. * Turn ot1 the iceluakel; remove cubes and turn the

(Green power light on iceluaker back on.

icemaker blhflchlg).

Frequent"buzzing"

sound lcema_ker power switch is

ill the I(on) position, but the

water supply to the refrigerator

has not been comlected.

• Set the power switch to the 0(off) position. KeeIfin,,_ it

ill the I (On) I)osition will (lau/age the water xalxe.

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Possible Causes What ToDo

Ice storage bin needs cleaalhag. *Erupt) and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

Food lraaasmitthag odor/taste *_'rap foods well.

to ice cubes,

Interior of refrigerator * See Care and cleaning.

needs cleaalhag.

Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. • Check to see if I)ackage. is holding door open.

Temperature control not set * See About the controls

cold enough,

Noicecube Supply lhm or shutoff * (:all a plumbex:

production valve is clogged.

Refrigeratorhasodor Foods trmasmitthag *Foods with strong o(lox_ should be tightl) wrapped.

odor to refrigerator. *Keep _111o )en box ot baking soda in tile refl]gerator;

}

replace e;erv three months.

Interior needs cleaalhag. *See Careand cleaning.

Moisturecollectsinside Too frequent or too

(inhumidweather,air long door openhags.

carriesmoistureinto

refrigerator when doors

are opened)

Interiorlightdoes No power at outlet. *Replace fuse or reset tile breaker:

not work Light bulb burned out. *See Replacingthe light bulbs.

Hot aN from bottom NormaJ air flow coolhag

motor. In the refrigeration

process, it is normal that

heat be expelled in the

area under the refrigerator.

Some floor coverings axe

sensitive mad will discolor

at these normal mad

safe temperatures.

Food freezing in Food too close to air vent. *Move tile tood axvav fl'om tile air xent (near tile controls).

Refrigerator control is set *Moxe tile reflJgerator control to a warmer temperature.

too cold.

Doordoes Rollers need adjusting. *See Rollers.

by#self

Orange glowin Defrost heater is on. *This is n(mnal.

the freezer

Before you call forservice...

Troubleshooting -tips

Possible Causes What ToDo

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

does not work or not cmmected.

Water filter clogged. *Replace filter ('artlJdge or l'elllOVe filter and install })lug7

S • "

Air may be trapped in *Press the dispenser ann fin" at lea,4 2 minutes.

the water system.

Water spurting from Newly-hastaUed filter cartridge. • I_.uu water h'om the dispenser for 3 minutes

dispenser (about 1½ galh)us).

Water is not dispensed Water in reservoir is frozen •Set the refrigerator control to a wanuer setting and

but icemaker is working because the controls are wait 24 hotu_./f water does not dispense after 24 hotn_,

set too cold. call for service.

No water orice cube Supply line or shutoff valve *Call a plumbe_:

production is clogged.

Water filter clogged. *Replace filter cartrid,,e_ or remove filter and install lflu_'

Filter cm'tridge not * Remove and reinstall, filter cartfidoe,,_ behw_ certain that

properly hastaUed, it locks into place. The blade on the end of the Cal'tYidge

should be positioned vertically.,

Water is leaking from Glass not being held reader *Hold the glass tmderueath the dispenser fin" 2-3 seconds

dispenser the dispenser long enough after releasing the dispenser button. Water may continue

after button is released, to dispense after the butt_)n is released.

Air may be present ha the • Dispense water tot at least 2 minutes to reinove air

water line system, caushag from system.

water to drip after being

dispensed.

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

taste/odor used for a long time. replenished.

Water in fimtglass Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hotu_ fin" the refi'igerator to completely

is warm is first hastalled, c_l d_wn.

Water dispenser has not been *Dispense water until :ill water is system is

used for a long time. replenished.

Water system has been drained. *_dh)w several horus for replenished supply to chill.

Actualtemperature not U_fit just plugged ha. *?dlow 24 horns fin" s)'stem to stabilize.

equal to Set temperature

(on some models) Door open for too long. * ?dh _w 24 hotn_ fl n" system t() stabilize.

Warm food added to refrigerator. *_Mlow 24 hotn_ fin" s)'stem to stabilize.

Defrost cycle is in process. *_dlow 24 hotns fin" system to stabilize.

Performance Data Sheet

SmartWaterFiltrationSystem

GSWF Cartridge

Thissystemhas been testedaccordingto NSF/ANS142/53forreductionof the substanceslisted below.

Theconcentrationof the indicated substancesin water entering thesystemwas reducedto a concentration

less thanorequal to thepermissible limit for water leavingthe system,as specified inNSF/ANS142/53.*

(100%safety factors built in for unmetered usage)

Parameter

(:hlorin(

T & ()

Particulale*':

Parameter

Turbidity

Cysts

I.ead aI pH 6.5

Lead aI pH 8.5

Lindane

A1F,izine

USEPA

MCL

USEPA

hlfluent

Average

1.845 mgiI.

143,333 #imI

Influent

Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects

hafluent Challenge

Concentration

2.9 mgiL+19%

at least 10,000pardcles/mL

Standard No. 53: Health Effects

Iilfhlent Clr,dlenge Effluent

Effluent

Average MaxiIllurn

< 0.05 mgiI. 0.05 mgiL

29.83 #imL 140 #imI.

%Reduction

Average Mitmnum

> _ 7.2_ % 96.43!'{

99.98!'_ 99.91%

_, Reduction

Mha. Required

Reduction

> 50%

>85%

Min. Required

MCL

1 N'FU***

99.95% Reduction

0.015 mgiL

0.0902 mgiL

9.007 mgiL

Average

19.3 N'F[ ;'::**

200,000 #iL

0.15 mgiL

0.14 mgiI

0.0216 mgiL

0.(X)8 mgiL

Concentration

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

Minimmn 50,0(X) 1,

O.15 mgiI.+l 0%

0.15 mgiL+10%

0.002 mgiI.+l 0!:_

0.1X)9 mgiL+l 0%

Average

0.106 _FI f

< 0.(R)I mgiL

0.001 mgiI.

<0.00002 mgiL

< 0.(_)2 mgiL

Maxirll [inl

0.14 NT[ ;

< 0.001 mgiI

0.003 mgiL

< 0.00902 mgiL

< 0.002 mgiI.

Average

98.97%

> 99.99!:{

> 99.33!:{

> 99.29!:i

99.t)7%

> 76.129{

Mitfimum Reduction

98.61% 9.5 N'F[ ;

>99.99!:{ >99.95!:i

>99.33!:i 0.010 mgiL

97.86% 0.010 mgiL

98.75% 0.0(_)2 mgiL

> 66.67:1 0.003 mgiL

*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 ti)r up to 750 gallons (2,838 1); up to six months

• Pressttre requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar)

• Telllperattlre: 33-100°F (0.6-38°(])

• Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)

General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements

• Hush new cartridge, at full flow for .3 minutes to Imrge, out trapped air.

• Replace cartridge when flow becolnes too sh)w.

Special Notices

• h_stallation ii_stlttctions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are inchtded with the prodttct when shipped.

• This driI_king water s_steln inust be inaintained according to inanuf,lcturer's instructions, ii_chtding rel)lacelnent of filter

ca rtridges.

• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or

alter the svsteln. Svstelns certified for cyst reduction inav be used on disinli_cted water that inay contain filterable cysts.

• The COlmmdlmnts or other substances relnoved or reduced by this water treatn/ent svsteln are not necessarily in wmr

water.

• Check for compliance with the state and local laws and regulations.

• Note that while the testing was l)ertiwlned under standard laboratory conditions, actual l)erfornmnce nlav vary. Svstelns

Inust be installed and operated in accordance with inanufilcturer's reconlnlended procedures and guidelines.

System tested and c(rtifi(d by NSF Inlernational againsl Standard 42 for th( r((luction of

chlorine, taste and odor, particulate Class ] and Slandard 53 for the reduclion of (:}'st,

lead, Lindane, Atrazine and lurbidily.

Manufactured for: (;(neral Electri( Company, I.ouisville, KY 40225

State of California

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

The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate ha_e 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

lnorganic/Radiological Contaminants

Atrazine

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 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 Parts Labour

(From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace

at Camco's Option

Compressor:

GE Profile Models Ten (10) Years Ten (10) Years Five (5) Years

GE Models Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years

Sealed System (including Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years

evaporator, condenser

tubing and refrigerant)

All Other Parts One (1) Year One (1) Year One (1) Year

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

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 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.

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.

This warranty is in addition to any statutory

warranty.

IMPORTANT

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

•Owner is responsible to pay for service

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.

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_

From_e date of the

originalpurchase

FiveYears

Fromthe date of the

originalpurchase

ThirtyDays

Fromthe original

purchasedate of the

refrigerator

GE Will Replace:

Any partof the refl_ige_mn" which tifils due to a defect in materials or w_n'kmanshii).

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

in-home service to replace the (lelbcti\'e part,

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,

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 to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

Improper installation, delivery or ma'_mtenmace.

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

for other thma the intended purpose or used

commercially.

Loss of food due to spoilage.

Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

Damage caused after delivery.

Replacement of the water f'flter 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 than as noted above.

Dmnage to the product caused by accident, fin'e, floods or

acts of God.

haddentaJ 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 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. wvvw.GEAppliances.com

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ConsumerSupport.

GEAppliancesWebsite i. theu.8.:www.GEAppliances.com

Have a question or need assist;race with your appliance? Try the (;E Al)pliances Website 24 hom_ a day,

any day of the year'. For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals,

order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can also "_sk Our Team of Experts"'" your questions,

and so much more... In Canada: _,_,_,v.geappliaJaces.ca

ScheduleService i. theu.8.:www.GEAppliances.com

Expert GE repair set, ice is onl_ one step awa} fi'om your do(n: Get on-line and schedule your service at _our

comenience 24 hom_ any (la x of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during n(mnal business hom_.

In Cmmda, call 1.800.361.3400

RealLifeDesignStudio i. theu.s.:www.GEAppliances.com

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, Camco, Inc.

Suim 310, 1 Factot_' i,ane

Moncton, N.B. E1 (: 9M3

ExtendedWarranties it,theu.8.:www.GEAppliances.com

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.com

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 Cautionmust be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

Customet_ in Cm_ada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Cameo service center; or call 1.888.261.3055.

ContactUs it,theu.s.:www.GEAppliances.com

If you are not satisfied with the service you receive ti'om GE, contact us on our _A'ebsite with all the details

including your phone 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: Director; Constuner Relations, Camco, Inc.

Suite 310, 1 [_actorv i,ane

Moncton, N.B. E 1C 9M3

RegisterYourAppliance it, theu.s.: www.GEAppliances.com

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

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