GE GCS04 Safety guide

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Beverage Centre
Part No. – 350A4502P516 03/06 ATS
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . 4
Operating Instructions
Control Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Replacing the Light Bulb . . . . . . . . 7
Reversing the Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . 9, 10
Consumer Support
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ____________________
Serial # ____________________
Find these numbers on the Rating
Plate located either inside the or
outside on the rear wall of the
Beverage Centre.
Owner’s Manual
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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an extension cord.
However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be CSA certified, 3-wire
grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the
electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including
the following:
This beverage centre must be properly
installed and located in accordance with these
instructions before it is used.
Do not allow children to climb, stand or
hang on the shelves in the beverage centre.
They could damage the beverage centre and
seriously injure themselves.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas;
clearances between the doors and between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careful closing doors when children are
in the area.
Unplug the beverage centre before cleaning
and making repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be
performed by a qualified individual.
Do not store or install this appliance outdoors.
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE BEVERAGE CENTRE
Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigeration products are still dangerous…
even if they will sit for “just a few days.”
If you are getting rid of your old appliance,
please follow the instructions below to help
prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old
Refrigeration Product:
Take off the doors.
Leave the shelves in place so that children
may not easily climb inside.
CFC Disposal
Your old refrigerator has a cooling system that
used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are
believed to harm stratospheric ozone.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator,
make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for
proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you
intentionally release this CFC refrigerant, you
can be subject to fines and imprisonment under
provisions of environmental legislation.
DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
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HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet
to minimize the possibility of electric shock
hazard from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
If you have only a standard 2-prong wall outlet,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong wall outlet.
The beverage centre should always be plugged
into its own individual electrical outlet which has
a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
Never unplug your beverage centre by pulling on
the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and
pull straight out from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords
that have become frayed or otherwise damaged.
Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion
damage along its length or at either end.
When moving the beverage centre away from the
wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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Adapter plugs are not permitted in Canada.
The door handle is shipped unassembled.
Locate Door Handle (2) and two Screws (1)
inside the cabinet.
Secure Door Handle (2) with two Screws (1) to
the side of the door as illustrated.
DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY.
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Door Lock (available on some Models)
The key is located inside the plastic bag containing the Owner's Manual. Insert the key
in the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the door. To lock the door do the
reverse operation. Remove the key and place in a secure location.
Interior Light (available on some Models)
You can turn the light ON or OFF by pushing the light switch located on the right side of
the control panel housing. If the interior light is left on, the temperature will be higher.
Installing the beverage centre.
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Removing the Packaging
Before using the beverage centre, be sure all packing materials and tape have been
removed, including any protective film covering the control and any film protecting the
cabinet.
If you are discarding an old refrigeration product, remove the doors to reduce the danger
of children being trapped inside.
The beverage centre must be freestanding.
Allow the following clearances for ease
of installation, proper air circulation
and electrical connections:
Each side 2" (51 mm)
Top 2" (51 mm)
Back 3" (51 mm)
Do not install the beverage centre
where the temperature will go below
55°F (13°C) or above 90°F (32°C).
Install it on a level floor.
Do not install the beverage centre
where it will be subject to direct
sunlight, heat or moisture.
Do not store or install this appliance
outdoors.
The following model must be installed
on the floor: GCS04.
Installation Guidelines
To raise the beverage
centre
Adjustable legs at the front corners of
the beverage centre should be set so the
beverage centre is firmly positioned on
the floor, with a 1/8" (3 mm) tilt to the
back to help the door closure.
To adjust the leveling legs, turn the legs
clockwise to raise the beverage centre,
counterclockwise to lower it.
Leveling Legs
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Before connecting the appliance to the
power source, let it stand upright for
approximately 2 hours. This will reduce
the possibility of a malfunction in the
cooling system from handling during
transporation.
Loading the Beverage Centre
As with any refrigeration product, there is a slight temperature variance at different
locations within the cabinet. In this beverage centre, the lower shelves provide a slightly
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After plugging in the beverage centre, allow it
to reach the set temperature before loading
your beverage. This may take up to 12 hours to
completely stabilize.
After loading the beverage, you may notice a
rise in the temperature. Allow adequate time
for the temperature to return back to the set
temperature. This may take up to 12 hours to
completely stabilize.
When the Beverage Centre is Plugged In
Control Settings
The temperature range of the beverage cooler is intended for 41°F to 54°F (± 5°F)/5°C to 12°C (± 3°C).
The display usually shows the average temperature of the appliance at that moment.
NORMAL TEMPERATURE SETTING:
Whenever the appliance is switched on, or the "NORMAL" pad is pressed, the appliance runs on the
"NORMAL" setting of 45°F (7°C) and the "NORMAL" indicator lights.
MANUAL TEMPERATURE SETTING:
The temperature of the beverage cooler can be set anywhere between 41°F to 54°F (± 5°F)/5°C to
12°C (± 3°C). by the temperature up and temperature down pads as follows:
(1) Press the [SET] pad until you hear a "beep" sound (approximately two seconds).
(2) Press the pads to increase or decrease the desired temperature in increments of
one degree.
(3) Press [SET] to confirm your choice - if no pad is pressed within 10 seconds your choice will
be automatically confirmed.
NOTES:
• The "MANUAL" indicator lights while you are manually setting the temperature.
• The temperature display can be changed between Celsius and Fahrenheit by pressing and
holding the pad for approximately 2 seconds.
The indicator indicates status of the refrigeration cycle as follows:
(1) It remains ON during the refrigeration cycle;
(2) It remains OFF during the idle cycle.
To switch the interior light on/off, simply press the pad.
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Care and cleaning.
IMPORTANT: Unplug the beverage centre
before cleaning.
Keep the outside clean. The cabinet can
be washed with mild soap and water.
Rinse thoroughly with clear water.
Never use abrasive scouring powders.
Use a glass cleaner or mild soap and water
and a soft cloth to clean the glass door.
Do not use any abrasive powders.
Wipe the control panel with a damp cloth.
Dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning
sprays, large amounts of soap and water,
abrasives or sharp objects on the panel—
they can damage it. Some paper towels
can also scratch the control panel.
Do not wipe the beverage centre with a soiled
dishcloth or towel. These may leave a residue that
can erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads,
powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing
bleach because these products can scratch and
weaken the paint finish.
Stainless steel. Regularly clean and polish
the stainless steel areas (on some models)
with a commercially available stainless
steel cleaner such as Gleem-it®to preserve
and protect the fine finish. Gleem-it®is
available at leading hardware stores. It is
also available through our website, www.
GEAppliances.ca, or call 1.888.261.3055.
Order part number WX10X15.
Do not use appliance wax or polish on the
stainless steel.
Protect the paint finish. The finish on
the outside of the beverage centre is a
high-quality, baked-on paint finish.
With proper care, it will stay new-looking
and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of
kitchen/appliance wax when the beverage
centre is new, and then at least twice
a year.
Cleaning the Outside
IMPORTANT: Unplug the beverage centre
before cleaning.
To clean the inner liner and racks, use
a warm water and baking soda solution—
about one tablespoon (15 mL) of baking
soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. This
both cleans and neutralizes odors.
Rinse and wipe dry.
The vinyl door gasket may be cleaned with
mild soap and water or a baking
soda solution. Rinse well.
Do not use detergents, scouring powders,
spray cleaners or other harsh chemicals to
clean the interior.
Cleaning the Inside
Defrost whenever frost on the inside surfaces
of the storage area becomes 1/8" (3 mm) thick.
Never use a heater of any kind, scraper or
sharp instrument to remove frost as it may
damage the beverage centre.
To defrost, unplug the beverage centre.
Remove the contents and wipe inside
surfaces and racks with a clean towel.
If frost does not come off easily,
allow the frost to melt somewhat
and wipe off.
After defrosting, make sure inside surfaces
are dry; then return the contents to the
beverage centre and set the temperature
control to the desired setting.
Defrosting
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If the power fails, open the door as
infrequently as possible to maintain
the temperature. A gradual rise in
temperature should not have any
adverse effect on the beverage.
If it is extremely hot, you may want to
unload the beverage from the beverage
centre and move the beverage to a cooler
location until power is restored.
When power is restored, the controls
automatically are set to the Factory Setting
41°F (5°C). If needed, reset the controls
to the desired setting.
In the Event of a Power Failure
Unload the beverages, then secure the
racks and door by taping them in place to
prevent damage.
Be sure the beverage centre stays in an upright
position during the move.
Preparing to Move
Replacing the light bulb (available on some models)
Unplug the beverage centre.
If the door is locked, unlock it.
The light bulb is located behind the Light Shield in the ceiling
of the beverage centre near the front. To remove the light shield,
remove Screw. Gently pull down on the bottom of the Light shield to
release it.
Unscrew the light bulb from the Socket.
Replace with a 10 watt, 120 volt refrigerator bulb. This type of bulb is
available at most hardware and automotive parts stores.
WARNING: Using a bulb rated higher than 10 watts may damage
the beverage centre
Attach the Light Shield to the Bulb Housing with Screw .
Plug the beverage centre back in.
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Reversing the Door (on some models).
Unplug the beverage centre.
Tape the door shut with masking tape and remove the Top Hinge
Cover and the two Screws securing the Top Hinge to the Frame.
Remove the two Screws securing Bottom Hinge Assembly to the
Frame.
Remove the Plug Button from the top left side of the door and
install it in the hinge hole on the right side - press firmly to secure
in place. If already installed move the Door Handle to the other
side.
Hold the door in its closed position and secure the Bottom Hinge
with two Screws.
Install the Top Hinge and Cover on the other side - Make sure the
door is aligned with the beverage centre cabinet before tightening
the screws. Open and close the door, checking the alignment of the
door to the cabinet. If necessary, loosen the screws attaching the
Bottom Hinge to the cabinet, realign the door and retighten the
screws.
Plug in the beverage centre.
Reset the controls to the desired setting.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Beverage centre does not Beverage centre is unplugged. •Push the plug completely into the outlet.
operate and the display The circuit breaker is tripped/ •Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
is blank the fuse is blown.
Vibration or rattling Beverage centre is on an •See the Leveling Legs section.
(slight vibration uneven surface.
is normal)
Motor operates for Normal when beverage centre •Wait 12 hours for the beverage centre to completely
long periods or cycles is first plugged in. cool down.
Often occurs when large •This is normal.
amounts of beverage are placed
in beverage centre.
Door left open. •Door is not self-closing. Always make sure that the
door is closed after opening.
•Check to see if a bottle is holding door open.
Hot weather or frequent •This is normal.
door openings.
Temperature control set •See About the control and settings.
at the coldest setting.
Beverage centre is too close •See the Installation Guidelines section for the
to the wall. correct clearances.
Beverage centre Normal when beverage centre •Wait 12 hours for the beverage centre to completely
too warm is first plugged in. cool down.
Often occurs when large •This is normal.
amounts of beverage are placed
in beverage centre.
Temperature control •See About the control and settings.
not set cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent •Set the temperature control one step colder.
door openings. See About the control and settings.
Beverage centre is too close •See the Installation Guidelines section for the
to the wall. correct clearances.
Door left open. •Door is not self-closing. Always make sure that the
door is closed after opening.
•Check to see if a bottle is holding door open.
If the temperature setting is •When the power came back on, the beverage centre
not showing what you last returned to the default setting, which is at 45°F (7°C).
selected, a power outage Reset the control to the desired setting.
may have occurred.
Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips

Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Beverage centre Interior needs cleaning. •See Care and cleaning.
has odor
Moisture forms on Not unusual during periods •Wipe surface dry.
outside of beverage of high humidity.
centre
Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too long
(in humid weather, air door openings.
Beverage touching •Reposition bottles.
the back wall.
Frost forms on interior This is normal. •See the Defrosting section.
surfaces of beverage Door left open. •Excessive frost may form if the door is left open.
centre See the Defrosting section.
•Door is not self-closing. Always make sure that the
door is closed after opening.
•Check to see if a bottle is holding door open.
Beverage centre too cold Temperature control •See About the control and settings.
is set too cold.
If the temperature setting is •When the power came back on, the beverage centre
not showing what you last returned to the default setting, which is at 45°F (7°C).
selected, a power outage Reset the control to the desired setting.
may have occurred.
The room temperature where •For proper operation, the room temperature should
the beverage centre is located is be equal to or greater than the set temperature of the
too cold. beverage centre.
Temperature in the This is normal. •After you set the temperature, the display will go
display is not the back to showing the actual temperature.
temperature that
was just set.
Condensation on front Beverage centre is located in a •Wipe off the condensation with a clean, dry cloth.
of door high humidity environment. •Locate the beverage centre in a lower humidity
environment.
Water on floor behind Door left open. •Door is not self-closing. Always make sure that the
beverage centre door is closed after opening.
•Check to see if a bottle is holding door open.
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All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized
Customer Care®technician. For service call 1-800-361-3400.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
Mabe Will Replace:
Any part of the beverage centre which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During
this limited one-year warranty, Mabe will also provide, free of charge, all labour and service to
replace the defective part.
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the
product.
Improper installation.
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
Loss of beverages due to spoilage.
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage to personal property
caused by possible defects with this appliance.
Please read your Use & Care Material:
If you then have any questions about operating the
product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer
Affairs office at the address below, or call toll free:
Mabe Canada Inc.
1-800-361-3400
Consumer Information Service
What Mabe Will Not Cover:
For The Period Of:
One Year
From the date of the
original purchase
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for use in Canada.
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province.
To know what your legal rights are in your province, consult your local or provincial consumer affairs office.
Warrantor: Mabe Canada Inc.
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write;
Consumer Relations Manager - Mabe Canada Inc.
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton NB E1C 9M3
In-home warranty service will be provided in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by
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Service Telephone Numbers
Problem Solver 1-800-361-3400
For answers call Mabe Canada Inc.
In-Home Repair Service 1-800-361-3400
Expert Mabe repair service is only a phone call away.
Service Contracts 1-800-461-3636
Now you can have trouble-free and suprise-free service for as long as you own your appliance.
While your warranty is still in effect, you can purchase a MABE SERVICE CONTRACT. For one
low fee...just pennies a day...Mabe Customer Service will take care of the repairs your appliance
needs - both parts and labour.
Parts and Accessories 1-800-263-0686
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to
their homes.
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.
Service Satisfaction
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Mabe, follow these steps. First, contact
the people who serviced your appliance. Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details–
including your phone number–to:
Manager, Consumer Relations,
Mabe Canada Inc., Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane,
Moncton (N.-B.) E1C 9M3