GE 20 Operating instructions

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Refrigerators
Modds 20, 22, 25
Safely Information
(_onnect Electricity ............. 3
Extension Cords ............... 2
Proper Disposal ................ 2
Safety Precautions .............. 2
Operating" Instrucqions
Automatic ]cemaker . ......... 7-8
Controls ..................... 6
Crispers and Pans .............. 5
How to Install Features .......... 4
Ice and _ter Dispenser . ....... 8
Shelves and Bins ............... 4
X4"_ter Filter Cartridge ........... 7
Care and Cleaning"
Cleaning ...................... 9
I,ight Bulbs ................... 9
Installation Instrucqions
Preparing to Install ........... 10
Water I,ine Installation ...... 11-13
7koubleshooting 7_ips
Betore You Call
Fox" Service ................ 14-16
Normal Operating Sounds ...... 14
Consumer Support
Consmner Support .... Back Cover
Pertormance Data Sheet ....... 19
Product Registration
(Canadian) ............... 21, 22
Product Registration
(U.S.) .................... 20, 21
State of Califl)rnia _'_ter
Treatment Device Certificate .... 19
_'arrantv (Canadian) .......... 17
_'arrantv (U.S.) ............... 18
Write your model and serial numbers here:
Mo_l#
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label inside
the refl'igerator compartment at the top
on the right side behind the controls.
C6te c6te
Rdfrig&ateurs
La section frangaise commence a la page 23
Mesures de s&urit_
Comment vous dObarrasser
COilVellablelllellt de votl'e
ancien r_liig_ramm" . ............... 23
Cordons prolongatem_ .............. 23
Mesures de s_cm_it_ ................. 23
Raccordement Olectrique ............ 24
Fondiomwment
Bacs fi l_gumes ..................... 26
Cartouche du filtre fi eau ............ 28
Clavettes et bacs .................... 25
Installation des accessoires ........... 25
I,e distfibutem" d'eau et de glacons .... 29
i,es commandes .................... 27
Machine 5 glaqons automatique ..... 28-29
Entretien et nettoyage
Netto)_ge ......................... 30
Remplacement des ampoules ........ 30
Installation
]nsmllation de la
conduite d'eau .................. 32-34
PrOparation ........................ 31
Comeils de d@armage
Avant d'appeler tm r_paratem" . .... 3C_38
Bruits de toncfionnement
IIOIIIl_l [IX .......................... 35
Service &la clientble
Feuillet de d(mn(_es relatives fi la
pextimnance de la
cartouche t_F .................... 40
Garantie pore" la
client&le au Canada ................. 39
SexMce fi la client&le ................ 41
Lado a lad()
Refrigeradores
La seccion en espaOol empieza en la pagina 42
Iqlbrmaci&x de seguridad
Cables de extensi6n ................ 42
Conectar la electricidad ............. 43
Deshacex_e debidamente
de su reli_igera(h)r . ................. 42
Precaudones de segtwidad ........... 42
Instr uceiones de operaz.i6n
Carmcho del filtro de agua .......... 47
Controles del reli_igerador. .......... 4(;
Dispensador. ...................... 48
Dispositivo auton_fitico
para hater hielo ................. 47-48
Entrepafios y recipientes ......... 44-47)
Gavetas de alnmcelmnfiento ......... 45
]i_stalaci6n de las caracteristicas ...... 44
Cuidado ylimpieza
IJmpie/_ ....................... 49-50
Reemplazo de bombillas ............ 50
Instruceiones de imtalaei6n
]nsmlaci6n de la lfl_ea
de agua ........................ 53-56
Preparad6n para
insmlar el reli_igerador . .......... 51-52
Solueimu_r problemas
Antes de solicitar tm servido ...... 58-60
SoIlidos IlOIIllales
de la operaci6n .................... 57
Servieio al consumidor
Garantfa para consumidores
en los Estados Unidos ............... 61
H@_ de datos de
flmcionamiento ................... 62
Servido al consumidor. ............. 63
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
_':_'This refrigerator must be properl) installed
and located in accordance with the Instnllation
Instructions before it is used.
::_::Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the refl_igerat(m They could
damage the reii_igerator and seriously iqjm'e
themselves.
_¢:!'Do not touch the cold sm_i_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
mm stick to these extremely cold stwfhces.
::_::Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\_q)m_ and liqtfids in tile vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
NOTE."Turningthe refn#eretoroff via the controls on
the touchpanel doesnot shut off e/ectrica/power to the
refrigerator
Do not refl'eeze frozen fi>ods which have thawed
completely:
i);]n reli_igerato_s Mth automatic icemake_s,
avoid contnct with tile moving parts _ff tile
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or
hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refl_igerator is i)lugged in.
::_::Kee I) fingeI_ out of tile "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the (loo_ and between
the (loots and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careful closing (lores when children are
in the area.
:_;UnI)lug tile refl_igerator before cleaning and
making repai_.
NOTE"We.stronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbe
performedbyaqualifiedindividual
DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entral)inent and sttflocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refl_igeratm_ are
still dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a few
dm:s." If wm are getting rid of yore" old refi_igeratm;
please tollow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
i_i;:_ke off tile dome.
i_ I,eaxe the shelves in place so that children may
not easily climb inside.
Refrigerants
_M1reti_igeration products contnin refl_igerants,
which under fecleral law must be removed prior
to l)roduct disposal. If w)u are getting rid ot an
old reti_igeration product, check with tile company
handling tile disposal about what to tie.
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USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend
against the use of an extension cord.
However; if)ou must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessar_ that it be a UIAisted (in tile United
States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada),. -wn'e ,gr°/mdin'"o la..l}e appliance extension cord haxin,,_ a ,gr°/mding,
t_ le )lu,, ,n
,_: I _ "_(1 outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimmn) and 19(I xolts.

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WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Donot, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safe_ this appfiance must be properly grounded.
_: The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug
which mates Mth a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the
possibility of electric shock hazard fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sm'e the
outlet is properly grounded.
::_::If the Otlflet is a standard 2-prong Otlflet, it is your personal responsibili_' and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
individual electi{cal outlet which has a voltage rating that
matches the rating plate,
_: This provides the best pe_l'om_ance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
fire hazard fl'om overheated wires,
.......Never un I)lug, your, refl{gerator, 1)x,i)ulliw*,_on the power
cord. _Mwavs,, I I,_glJ) )lu<*fiF/nl) and pull straight, ()tit fYoIll
the out.let.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have
become fl'aved or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord
that sho_vs cracks or abrasion dalnage along its length or
at either end.
_> X'_hen mox4no_ the refl{gerator away from the
wall, be careflfl not to roll oxer or damage the
power cord,
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

How to install features. (Not all features are on all models.)
(!) TOP FREEZER SHELF
Make sure the shelf front locks into
position.
Top Freezer Shelf
(_) FREEZER DOOR SHELF FRONTS
Make sure that the shelf front locks
into position,
NOTE: On dispenser models, the
longer shelf fronts go in the top
two positions,
_ Dh2,; Front
To remove: I,ifl the shelf extender
straight up, then pull out.
To replace: Engage the shelf
extender in the molded supports
of the door and push in. It will
lock in place.
(_) FILTER CARTRIDGE
Remove Bypass Plug Install Filter Cartridge
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Lower Door Bin
@LOWER FIXED DOOR BINS
Make sure the bin fronts lock into position.
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Ill
@DAIRY COVER
@BOTTLE RETAINER
@ADJUSTABLE
DOOR BINS
DOOR BIN SNUGGERS
To remove: I,ifl the
fl'ont of the bin up,
then pull out.
Toreplace or relocate:
Engage the 1)in in the
molded supports of
the door, and push
in. Bin will lock in
place.
Abouttheshelvesandbins.(Not all features are on aii models.)
Rearranging the Shelves
Refrigerator Shelves:
ToRemove
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Freezer Pan:
ToReplace ToRemove
IRemove the pan by pulling it
fin'ward, lifting up the fl'ont
and sliding it past the stop
location.
Freezer Shelves:
ToRemove

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Slide-Out Spillproof Sheff (onsomemodels)
The slide-out spillproof shelf allo_vs you to
reach items stored behind ethel,. The
special edges are designed m hel I) prevent
spills from dripping to lower shelves.
NOTE:Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall the
waybackin beforeyouclosethedoo_
ISpillproof Shelves (onsomemodelsj
Spillproof shelx es haxe sI)ecial edges,
to hel I) prevent spills from (h_l)l)ing to
lower shelx es.
Aboutthe crispersandpans.(Noto//f ot. o on model&)
Adjustable Humidity Crispers and Snack Pan (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the wax to the Slide the control all the wax to the Low
High setting to provide high h umidig setting to provide lower humidig lexels
recomm ended for most "_egetables, recommended for most fl'uits.
Normal
)Coldest
Convertible Meat Pan (onsomemodels)
The convertible meat pan has its own cold
air duct to allow a stream of cold air fl'om
the fl'eezer compartment to flow around
the pan.
The variable temperature control regtllates
the air flow fl'om the fl'eezer compartment.
Set control lever up to convert the pan
to noi_nal reliJgerator teml)erature and
provide extra vegetable storage space. Cold
air duct is turned off'. Variable settings
between these extrelnes can be selected.
Set control lever down to the coldest setting
to store fl'esh lneats. If level" is left in lneat
position for a hmg period of time, some
ti'ost Inav tOim on the inside of the pan.
When replacing the crispers, make
sure you slide them flTrough the
crisper guides.
Crisper Removal
Crispei_ can easily be remoxed b) tilting up
slightly and pulling past stop location.
If the door prevents you fl'om taking out
the crispeis, the reti_igerator will need to
be rolled fi)rward undl the door opens
enough to slide the crispei_ out. In solne
cases, when you roll the reti_igerator out,
you will need to move the refl_igerator to
the left as wm roll it out.

Aboutthe controlsontherefrigerator.
Yourcontrols will look like one of the following:
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Startup Steps for Proper Temperature Control
STEP l_et Fx_sh Food (2)ntrol on "5."
STEP 2_Set Fx_ezer Control on "5."
STEP 3--W, MT 12HOURS ii)r temperature to stabilize.
STEP 4--If a change is needed, moxe tile control one number at
a time and allo_ 12hours ff_r temperature to stabilize.
NOTE:Turning tile x_ffigerator to the O(off)setting via the controls
does not shut off electrical l)O_r to the reti'igeratox:
Controlsettings will varybasedonpersonalpreferences,osage
andoperatingconditionsandmayrequiremorethanoneadjustment.
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ToChangeTemperatureControlSettingwithTouchPads:
•Fx_ezersetting ison the lelt sideof the disl)k_y.
•Refdgenm)r setting is on the right sideof the dispby.
-- Press tile Warmeror Colderpad tar compartment _md
direction desired.
-- Px_sent control setting number will illuminate.
-- Each time the pad is touched, compartment setting
cl/aI/ges erie ilill-i-|ber.
A displa} of 1 is _amlest and 9 is the coldest setting.
ToTornCoolingOff."
To stop cooling in the x_iiigerator andii'eezer (ompm'tment% iix_t
repeatedly press the Warmerpad for the ti'eezer until its display
continuously flashes "1". Then, using the reti'igerator control,
x_peatedly press Warmer until both displa}s flash "0". "0" in both
displa}s turns off the cooling s_:stem. On sorne models, it may be
necessar} to set only one control t(t 0to turn off cooling in l_oth
COlHl)_|rtl i leIltS.
NOTE:Turning the x_t}'igerator to the O(off)setting via the controls
does not shut off electrical t)o_r to the _t}'igerato_:
Controlsettings will varybasedonpersonalpreferences,osage
andoperatingconditionsandmayrequiremorethanoneadjustment.
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Thetemperaturecontrolsarepresetin thefactoryat37°1:forthe
refrigeratorcompartmentandO°Fforthefreezercompartment,
Allow24hoursforthetemperaturetostabilizetothepreset
recommendedsettings,
Thetemperature controls candisplayboth theSETtemperatureas well
asthe actual temperaturein the refrigerator andfreezer,Theactual
temperaturemay varyslightly fromthe SETtemperaturebasedon
usageand operatingenvironment,
SettingeitherorbothcontrolstoOFFstopscoolinginboththefreezer
andrefrigeratorcompartments,butdoesnotshutoffelectricalpower
totherefrigerator,
NOTE:Therefrigeratorisshippedwithprotectivefilmcoveringthe
temperaturecontrols.Ifthisfilmwasnotremovedduringinstallation,
removeitnow

Aboutthe water filter cartridge.(Onsomemodels; ge.com
Water FilterCartridge
The water filter cartridge is h)cated ill the back upper right
corner of the refl_igerator comi)artn/ent.
When to Replace the Filter onModels With a
ReplacementIndicatorLight
There is a rel_la('ement indicator light tilt the water filter
cartridge on the dispensei: This light will turn orange to tell
xou that _ou need to replace the filter soon.
Tile filter cartridge should be replaced when the
replacenmnt indicator light turns red or if the flow of water
to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.
When to Replace the Filter on Models Without a
ReplacementIndicatorLight
The filter (artfi(l_e should be replaced every six months
or earlier if the flow at water to the w;iter dispenser or
icemaker decreases.
Removingthe Filter Cartridge
If you are replacing the cartridge, filet relllove the old one
by slowly turnin_ it to the left. Do not/)ull down (m the
cartficl_e. __small am()tmt of water may dlip down.
Installing the FilterCartridge
OIf you m'e replacing a
with :Ill adal)tel: it lilt/St
be ram( )red befi )re
installine the camid_e.
To l'elHove the ada/)tel;
ttual it to the left about
1 4 mm. With adapter Without aaaorer
]f VOt/ ;lI'e rel)la(ing ;i
Water by Culligan cartridge, (appearance may vary)
leave tile adapter ill place. This adapter will stay ill the
refrigerator when )ou replace flmue cartridges.
On models without a replacement indicator light,
appl) the month and xear sticker to the new cartridge
to renfind xou to replace the filter ill six months.
Fill the replacenmnt cartridge with water fl'om the tap
to allow fi)r better flow fron/the dispenser immediately
after installation.
Oi,ine tlI) the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge
holdei: Place the top of the new cartridge up inside the
holdei: Do not push it up into the holder:
Sh)wly turn it to the right
until the filter cartridge
stops. DO NOTOVERT/GHTEN.
_s you turn the cartridge, it
will autonmficallv, raise itself Holder
into position. The caitridge
will moxe abotlt 1/2 ttlrn.
ORun water fl'om the dispenser fi)r 3 minutes (about l-1/2
galhms) to clear the s\stem and prevent sputtering.
FilterBypassPlug
You must use the filter byl)aSS l)lug when a replaceuwnt filter
cartridge is not ax:lilable. The dispenser and the icemaker
will not operate wifllout the filter or filter byp;_ss l)lug.
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SmartWater
Filter_., II_
Bypass
Plug, _i
Waterby &lligan
To use the filter bypass l)lug on Waterby Culligan models,
you must filst remove the filter adapter fl'om the cartridge
holder b) turning it to the left.
If you have questions--visit our Website
;It _e.(()l/l_
or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737).
Replacement fillers:
Toorder additional filter cartridges in the United States,
visit our Website at ge.com, or call GEParts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
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Suggested Retail .$38.95-47.95
Custonlei_ ill Canada should consult the yelh)w pages fi)r
the nearest Mabe Serxice Centei:
Custonleis ()utside of the United States or Canada should
contact the local distiibutoi:
Abouttheautomaticicemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice.
iii _ i i Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
"_q_en the refrigerator has been connected
to the water sui)ply, slide the power switch
t() the ON positi(m.
The kemaker will fill with water when
it cools to 15°E X4hen the bin fills to the
lexel of the teeler aml, the icemaker will
stop producing ice.
Be sure nothing inteHeres with the sweep
of the libeler aim.
Till'()\\' away the filet te\\' batches of ice to
allow the \_;ater lille to clam:
The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per wcle--ai)proxinmtely 100-130 cubes
ill a 2&hour period, depending on fl'eezer
COI/ll)_lI'tlllent tei/ll)ei'iltlli'e _ i'OOill
teml)erature, ntunber of door openings
and other use conditions.
You \\'ill hear a buzzing SOtlnd each time
the icemaker fills with \\'ateI: 7

Abouttheautomaticicemaker.
It is i_olmal for sexeral cubes to be ioined tooether
If ice is not used fl'equenfly, old ice cubes will
become chmdy, taste stale, and shlink.
Icemaker Accessory Kit
If your refligerator did not come ah'eady
e(iuipped with an automatic icemakei; an
icemaker accessoi y kit is a\zfilable at extra cost.
Check tile back of the refrigerator for tile specific
icemaker kit needed fi)r your model.
Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.(o,somomoao¢s)
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SpillShelf
To Use the Dispenser
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Select _wat._ _rushed_ (1I- _Cubed_
Press tile _olass _oenfl_. against, tile top of tile
dispenser cradle.
Tile spill sheff is not self-draining. To
reduce water Sl)Otting,, tile shelf and its
grille should be cleaned regularly.
Locking the Dispenser (on somemodels)
@ Pres_ tile Lockpad for
k_ 3 sec°I,ds t° l°ck file
LO¢ dispenser and control panel.
To unlock, press and hold
Hold3seconds the pad again for 3 seconds.
If no water isdispensedwhentherefrigeratoris
first installed,theremaybe air in thewaterline
system.Pressthedispenserarmforat least two
minutestoremovetrappedair fromthewaterhne
andtofill thewatersystem.Toflushoutimpurities
in thewaterline,throwawaythefirstsixg/assfuls
of water
CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other
objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.
Dispenser Light
Q This pad rams tile nightlight
_v__L -'x in tile dispenser (m and ()fl_
ightJ Tile light also comes on whenthe dispenser cradle is prmsed.
If this light bums out, it shotfld
be rq)laced _fith a 6 _tt
n_a_nmln, 12 volt D(: btflb.
Ice Storage Drawer on Dispenser Models
To remove:
Slide tile icen, aker p(>wer switch to the OFFposition.
Pull the drawer straight out and then lift past the stop
p(_sifion.
Toreplace:
\._lwn replacing the drawel; make sure to push it
fimdv into place. ]f it does not go :111the way back,
reino\'e it and rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn.
Then push the drawer back again.
Mechanism
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
Yi::Do not add ice fl'om trays oi" bags to tile storage bin. It
may not crush or dispeI{se well.
i_?Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of narrow glasses.
Backed-up ice can jam tile chute or cause tile door in tile
chute to freeze shut. If ice is blocking the chute, poke it
through with a wooden spoon.
i_?Beverages and fl)ods should not be quick-chilled in tile
ice storage bin. Cans, bottles or food packages in tile
storage bin may cause the icemaker or auger to jam.
i;_?To kee I) dispensed ice fl'om missing tile glass, put tile
glass close to, but not t(mching, tile dispenser opening.
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>_Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you
selected Cubed.This hal)pens occasionally when a fray
cubes haxe been left in tile crusheI:
>_ _Mter crushed ice is dispensed, some water may (hi l) from
tile chute.
i_?Sometimes a small mound of snow will fi)m_ on tile door
in the ice chute. This condition is nom/al and usually
()cctus when you have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly:
Tile snow will e\'enmally e\:q)orate.
i;_?Tile fiIst glass of water dispensed may be wammr than
the fi_llowing ones. This is nom_al.
yi::Dispensed water is not ice cold. For colder watei; simply
add crushed ice oi" cubes before dispensing watei:

Careand cleaning oftherefrigerator, gecem
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser drip area, ((m some Inodels)
S " "" " ,' "l3 3.
tile deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to
the well. Soak until the deposits disappear
or becoille loose eno/lgh to IJnse awavk
The dispenser cradle (on some models).
Before cleaning, lock the dispenser b)
Ilressin°"_ and holding the Lock pad fi)r
3 seconds. Clean with waml water and
baking soda solution--about a tablespoon
(15 ml) ot baking soda U)a quari (1 1)
el wate,: Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.
The doorhandles and trim. Clean with a
cloth dampened with soap), water: D_'
with a soft cloth.
Keep the outside clean. _4'il)e with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish deteigent.
D_' and polish with a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refn_?eratorwith a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel. Thesemay leave a residue
that can erode the painL Do not use scouring
pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box of
baking soda in tile reliJgerator and fl'eezer
COI/ll)a i't/llents.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this
is not l)ractical, wring excess moistm'e out
at sponge or cloth when cleaning aro/md
switches, lights or controls.
Use waIJn water and baking soda solution--
about a tablesl)oon (l 5 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 1) ot water. This both cleans
and neutralizes odm_. Rinse and wipe (h'_;
_Mter cleaning tile door gaskets, apply a
thin layer of petroleum jelly to tile door
gaskets at the hinge side. This helps kee I)
tile gaskets fl'om sticking and bending out
at shape.
Drain opening in freezer compartment
During yearly cleaning, remove bottom
fl'eezer pan and flush a solution of baking
soda--1 teaspoon (5 ml) and 2 cups (500
ml) of hot (not boiling) wate,_through
the drain line with the hel I) _ffa meat
baster This will hel I) eliminate odor and
reduce the likelihood of a ch)gged drain
line. If drain becomes clogged, use a meat
baster and baking soda solution to fl)rce tile
ch)g through tile drain line.
Avoid cleanlegcoldglass shelves with hot water
becausethe extremetemperature difference may
causethem to break.Handleglass shelvescarefullg
Bumpingtemperedglasscancause it to shatter
Do not wash any plastic refngerator parts in the
dishwasher
Behind the Refrigerator
Be careflfl when moving tile refl_igerator away fl'om tile
wall. M1 b'pes of floor coverings can be damaged,
particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed
S/lI'J[il ces.
Pull tile refrigerator straight out and retm'n it to position by
pushing it straight in. Moving tile reflJgerator in a side
direction may result in damage to tile floor coveting or
refligerato_: '
Whenpushing the refr/oerator back, make sure you clan'trod over
the power cord or icemaker supply fine (onsome mode/s).
Preparing for Vacation
For long \:_cafions or absences, renlove filed and unl)lug
the reliigeraton Clean the interior with a baking soda
solution of one tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda to one
quart (l 1) of wamn I,eave tile dom_ open.
Slide tile icemaker power sMtch to tile OFFposifion and
shut off tile water supply to tile refligeratm:
Preparing to Move
Secm'e all loose items such as grille, shelves and (h'awe,_ by taping them seem'ely in place to prevent damage.
Be sure the refngerator stays in an upn)ht position during moving.
Replacing the Light Bulbs
NOTE: Turning the refrigerator to the 0 (off) setting via the controls does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
Unplug tile refrigerator. O Replace with an appliance bulb of tile sanle
or h)wer wattaoe
0 Remove the shelf just below the light shield. 0Reinstall tile shelf and plug tile refrigerator
back in.

Installation Instructions
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In Canada,call 1.800.561.3344or visitour _'ebsite at: www.geappliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT - S ,,ethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT -Obse,,e;,ll
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer _Be sure to leave these
instHlctions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer _ Kee I) these instructions
tor fllture reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refligerator Installation
15 minutes
•Proper installation is the responsibility of installer.
• Product tailure due to improper installation is not
covered trader the Warranty:
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
• Do not install tile refl'igerator where the temperature
will go below 60°F (l 6°C) because it will not rtm
often enough to maintain proper temperatures.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to sui)i)ort it fiflly
loaded.
ROLLERS
The rollers have 3purposes:
• Rollers a(!iust so the door ch)ses easily when opened
about hallway.
•Rollers a_!iust so the refrigerator is fimdy i)ositioned
on the floor and does not wobble.
• Rollers allow you to move the retiigerator away fl'om
the wall tot cleaning.
To adjust the rollers, remove the base grille by pulling it
out at the bottom.
Tm'n the roller a({justing screws dockwise to raise the
reliigerato_; comlterclocMvise to lower it. Use an
a(!iustable wrench (3/8" hex head bolt) or pliers.
To replace base grille, line up the clips on back of grille
between the bar and the bottom (ff the cabinet. Push
fiwward tmfil grille snaps into place.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(on some models)
If the refl'igerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. AGE water sui)ply kit
is available at extra cost fl'om wmr dealer, by visiting
our _,Vebsite at ge.com (in Canada, at
www.geappliances.ca), or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
CLEARANCES
_Mlow the fi_llowing clearances fi)r ease of installation,
proper air circulation and I)hunbing, and electrical
connections,
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• Sides 1/8" (4ram) * Top 1" (25 ram) * Back 1" (2. ram)
A door clearance of./4 (19 ram) is needed tot a 90 ° door
opening which proxides better access to tood storage area.
DOOR ALIGNMENT
Pdter levding, make sm'e that doors are e\en at the top.
To make the doors even, a(!iust the refl_igerator dora:
Using a 5/16" socket wrench, mm the door a(!iusting
screw to the right to raise tile dora; to the left to lower
it. (A nyhm plug, embedded in the threads of the pin,
prevents the pin fl'om turning tmless a wrench is used.)
0 _Mter one or two turns of the wrench, open and close
tile refl_igerator compamnent door and check the
alignment at the top of the dome.
Toremovethebase
grille,openthedoors
andthenpullthe
grillestraightout.
5/16"Socket
Wrench

Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recomn_ended copper water supply kits are _4UX8X2,
WX8X3 or _X8X4, depending on the amom_t of
tubing you need. Approved plastic water SUl_ply lines are
GE Smart(:onnect _'_Refl_igerator Tubing (_4_X08X10002,
WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and X43X08X10025).
When connecting yore" refl'igerator to a GE Reverse
Osmosis _'_ter System, the only approved installation
is with a GE RV/4dt. For other reve_e osmosis water
systems, tollow the inanufilcturer's recommendations.
If the water supply to the reti'igerator is ti'om a Revei_e
Osmosis X4'ater Filtration System AND the refrigerator
also has a water filtei; use the reti'igerator's filter byl)ass
plug. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in
conjunction with the RO filter can result in hollow ice
cubes and slower water flow fl'om the water dispenser.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufi_cturer. Follo_' these
instructions carefifllv to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.
_'ater hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
plmnbing can cause damage to reflJgerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified
phunber to correct water hammer before 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 wm use your refrigerator betore connecting the water
line, make'sm'e the icemaker power switch is in the OFF
position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatm'es tall below freezing.
All installations ulust be in accordance with local
pltmfl)ing code reqtfirements.
WARNING -Com,e,ttop.t ,ble,, ,te,
supply only.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Copper or GE SmartCmmecf _"Refrigerator Tubing
kit, l/4" outer diameter to connect the refi'igerator
to the water supply. If using copper, be sm'e both
ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measm'e
the distance ti'om the water wflve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Be sm'e there is
sufficient extra tubing to allow the refl'igerator to move
out fl'om the wall alier installation.
GE SlnartConnect _''Refl'igerator Tubing Kits are
available in the ti_llowing lengths:
2' (0.6 m) -WX08X10002
6' (1.8 m) -_X08X10006
15' (4.6 m) -WX08X10015
25' (7.6 m) - WX08X10025
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
NOTE: The tufty GE approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in GE SmaxtCmmect TM Refrigerator Tubing
kits. Do not use may other plastic water supply line
because the line is under pressure at all times. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and
cause water damage to your home.
• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra
cost fl'om your dealer or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
•A cold water supply. The water pressm'e must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.2 bar) on models
without a water filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i.
(2.8-8.2 bar) on models with a water filter.
• Power drill.
•1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts m_d
2ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the COl)per tubing
to the shutoff wflve and the refl'igerator water wflve.
OR
•If wm are using a GE Smart(_onnect TM Refl'igerator
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
i)lmnbing supply stores) to connect the water line to
the refrigerator OR you can ctlt off the flared fitting
with a tube cutter and then use a compression
fitting. Do not cut ti_rmed end from GE
Smart(_onnect TM Refl'igerator tubing.
•Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff wflve should have a water inlet with a
minimmn inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
shutoff wflves are included in many water supl)ly kits.
Before pro'chasing, make sm'e a saddle-Vpe wflve
complies with yore" local phunbing codes. Install the
shutoff wflve on the nearest ti'equently used drinking
water line.
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Installation Instructions
[] SHUT OFF MAIN WATER SUPPLY
[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Choose a location for the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect
into a horizontal water pipe, make tile 'connection
to the top or side, rather than at the bottom,
to aw)id drawing off any sediment fl'om the
water pipe.
Drill a ]/4" hole in the water pipe (even if using a
self:piercing valve) using a sharp bit. Remove any
burrs resulting fi'om drilling tile hole in tile pipe.
TaKe canre not to allow water to drain into the drill.
Failure to drill a l/4" hole may result in reduced
ice production or smaller cubes.
[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.
Tighten tile clamp screws until tile sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may c_ush the
tubing. Washer
PipeClamp _1_ End
ClampScrew
Saddle@pe J VerticalCold
ShutoffValve WaterPipe
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wflves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with w)ur licensed pluml)e_:
[] ROUTE THE TUBING
Route tile robing between tile cold water line and
tile refrigerator.
Route tile robing through a hole drilled in tile wall
or floor (behind tile refligerator or a(!jacent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE; Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing to
allow the refrigerator to move out fi'om the wall
after installation.
I[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
VALVE
Place tile compression nut and ti_Hule (sleeve) flw
(-opper tubing onto tile end of tile tubing and
connect it to tile shutoff valve.
Make sure the tubing is fiflly inserted into the wflve.
Tighten tile compression nut securel)'.
For plastic tubing fl'om a GE Sinart(]onnect TM
Refligerator Tubing kit, insert tile 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. oressionNut
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve SmartConnect TM
Tubing
PackingNut --
OutletValve -- -- Ferrule(sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wflves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed pluml)e_:
[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn tile main water suI_pl,v on and flush out tile
tul)ing until tile water is clear.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
• gefl)re making tile connection to tile refligerator,
be sure tile refligerator power cord is not
plugged into the wall outlet.
•If your refligerator does not have a water filter,
we recommend installing one if vour water SUl)ply
has sand or particles that could clog tile screen of
the refrigerator's water wflve. Install it in the
water line near tile refligerator. If using a GE
SmartConnect TM Refl'igerator Tubing kit, you
will need an additional tube (WX08X10009)
to connect tile filter. Do not cut plastic tube
to install filter.
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Installation Instructions
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Some models have the refl'igerator connection at
the end of robing located outside the compressor
comi)arm_ent access cover. On other models, the
COU/l)ressor COUll)_lI'tulent access cover UltlSt be
removed in order to access the refiigerator
connection at the water wflve.
On models using tile refrigeration connection at
the water xalxe, remoxe the plastic flexible cap.
©
Place tile compression nut and ti_Hule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown. On a GE
SulartConnect'l RefiJgerator Tubing kit, the ntltS
are ah'eadv assembled to the tubing.
Insert tile end of tile tubing into tile refl'igerator
connection as flu" as possible. While holding the
robing, tighten tile fitting.
For plastic tubing from a GE Smart(:onnec("
Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end of
tile tubing into tile reli'igerator connection and
tighten the compression nut tmtil it is hand tight,
then tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening may cause leaks.
Fasten the robing into the clamp provided as
shown to kee I) it in position. You may need to pry
open tile clamp.
One of the illustrations below will look like the
commction on your refrigerator.
Tubing
Clamp_
1/4"
Compression
Nut _
1/4"
Tubing
Ferrule
(sleeve) SmartConnectTM
Connection Tubing
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Tubing 1/4"
Clamp )ression
Nut 1/4"
Tubing I
(sleeve)
SmartConnecffu
Refrig, Tubing
Connection
I_TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten am connections that leak.
Reattach tile access cover.
[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
__rraw,e tile coil of tubing so that it does not vii)rate
against the back of the refrigerator or against the
wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
[] START THE ICEMAKER
Slide the icemaker power switch to tile ONposition.
Tile icemaker will not begin to operate until it
reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°(:) or
below. It will then begin operation automatically if
tile icemaker power switch is in tile ONposition_
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Normal operatingsounds.
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 conq)ressor may I1m faster
and hmger than your old refi'igerator and you may
hear a high-i)itched lmm oi" pulsating sound while
it is operating.
• Sometimes tile reti_igerator runs tot an extended period,
especially when the dooi5 are opened ti'equently. This
means that tile Frost GuardT"feature is working to
prevent fl'eezer burn and iinprove toed i)reservation.
• Yi)u ulay hear a whooshing sound when the (looi_ close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the reii_igeratoL
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and CHIRPS
•You may hear cracking or poi)ping sounds when tile
refrigerator is first plugged in. This hal)pens as tile
reflJgerator cools to the correct teu/l)eYattu'e.
• Electronic danq)ers click open and closed to provide
optinml cooling and energy savings,
• Tile compressor may cause a clicking or chiq_ing
sound when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes).
• Tile electronic control board may cause a clicking
sound when relays activate to cm{trol refrigerator
coInl)OIleIltS.
• Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and
after defrost can catise a cracking or i)oi)ping sotuld.
• On models with an icemakei; after an icemaking
cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into
the ice bucket.
WHIRl
•You mav hear the rims spinning at high speeds.
This hal)pens when the refrigerator is first plugged
in, when the doors are opened fl'equently oi" when
a laige aulotult of food is added to the refi'igerator
or freezer cmni)artments. Tile rims are helping to
maintain the correct temperatures.
•If either door is open fi)r over 3 minutes, you may
hear tile rims come on in order to cool tile light bulbs.
• Tile rims change speeds in order to provide optinml
cooling and energy savings.
WATERSOUNDS
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• Tile flow of refl'igerant through tile fl'eezer cooling
coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water,
• Water dropping on the defl'ost heater can cause a
sizzling, I)oI)ping or buzzing sotuld during tile
defr(>st cycle.
• A water dripping noise may occur during tile defl'ost
cycle as ice melts fl'om the ewq)orator and flows into
tile drain pan.
• Closing tile door may cause a gurgling sotuld due to
pressure equalization.
Beforeyoucall forservice...
Troubleshooting -tips
Save time and money/.Review the charts on the following
pages first and youmay not need to call for service.
Possible Causes What ToDo
Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Writ ab()ut 30 minutes fl)i" deft'()st cycle to end.
operate Freezer control • Move the ti'eezer control to a lower ten)l/erature setting.
in 0 (Off) position.
Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push the plug c()mllletely imo the ot/t]et.
The fuse is blown/circuit • Replace fl/se o1" reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.
Refrigeratororfreezer Temperature control not set • See About thecontrols.
compartment too warm cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent " Set the temj_erature control one step col(lel;
door opelfings. See About the controls.
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
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What To Do
Vibration orrattling Front rollers need adjusting. •See Rollers. Slight _ibration is nomml.
Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator *Wait 24 ho/u_ fi)r tile refrigerator to completely
long periods or cycles is first plugged in. cool down.
on and offfrequentlg
(Modern refrigerators Often occurs when large •This is nomml.
amounts of food axe
with more storage
space andalarger placed in refrigerator.
rreezerreqmre more Door left open. •Check to see if )ackaoe is holding door o )en
operating time. They
startand stop often Hot weather or frequent *This is nolmal.
to maintain even door openings.
temperatures.) Temperature controls • See Abouttho controls.
set at the coldest
setting.
Frostor ice ctystals Door left open. • Check to see if I)acka(,e is holding door o )en_ _ ,I •
on frozen food
(frost within package Too frequent or too long
is normal) door openh_gs.
Divider between Automatic energy saver *This helps prexent condensation on tile outside.
refrigerator anti freezer system circulates warm
compartments fiquld a_romld front edge
feels warm of freezer compartment.
Automatic icemaker lcemaker power s_vitch *Slide tile power switch to tile ON position.
does not work is h_ the OFFposition.
(on somemodels) _v_ater supply turned off or oSee Installing the water line.
not com_ected.
Freezer compartment • Wait 24 ho/u_ lot tile refi_igerator to COlnpletelx
too wm'm. cool (lo_vn.
Piled up cubes hi the storage •I,e, el cubes by hand.
bhl cause icema_ker to shut off.
Ice cubes stuck ha icema_ker. *Turn off the icelnakei; relnove cubes and tau'n tile
icemaker back on.
Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs clemlh_g. * Elnp_ and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
odor/taste Food trmlsmitthlg odor/taste * Wrap toods well.
to ice cubes.
h_terior o f re frigerator *See gare and cleaning.
needs clemlh_g.
Small or hollow cubes Water Filter clogged. * Replace filter cartlJ(lge with new cartridge or with )lu,
Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. •Check to see if I)acka°e_ .is holding, door el")en
Temperature control not set * See About the controls.
cold enough.
Ooornot closing Door gasket on hinge side *Apply petroleuln jelly on lace of gasket.
properly sticking or folding over.
Orange glow in freezer Defrost heater is on. *This is noi_nal.
Cube dispenser does not lcemaker or water supply • Turn on icelnaker or water supply.
turned off.
Ice cubes axe frozen to * Relnoxe cubes.
icema_ker feeler m'm.
Irregular ice clumps in • Break ui ) with fingerti, I) pressure and discard
storage contmner, remailfilxg clulnps.
•Freezer ma x be too WalIn. Ac!itlst tile fl'eezer control
to a colder setting,, one I)°siti°n at a tilne, until clulnps
do not tOIIXl.
Dispenser is LOCKED. * Press and hold tile Lock pad f})i 3 sectmds.
Possible Causes
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Possible Causes What To Do
Water haspoortaste/odor Water dispenser has not been *Dispense water until all water in s)steln is replelfished.
(onsome models) used for a long time.
Waterin firstglass is Normal when refrigerator *_,%fit 24 hom_ fin" tile refiJgerator to completely
is first installed, cool down.
Water dispenser has not been * Dispense water until all water in sxstelII is replenished.
used for along time.
Water system has been drained. *_dlow several houi_ fin" replelfished supply to chili.
Water dispenser does Water supply line turned *See Installingthe water line.
not work (on somemodels) off or not colnaected.
Waterterclogged. •Rei l cet ltec .t J I erem.,e,,ten t.,1pl.
Air may be trapped in the •Press tile dispenser [iY/ll for at least [\Vo ininutes.
water system.
Dispenser is LOCKED. • Press and hold tile Lock pad fl)r 3 seconds.
Water spurting from Newly-hastaJled filter cartridge. • Rim water fl'om tile dispenser for 3 ufinutes (about
dispenser 1½ galhms).
Water is not dispensed Water in reservoir is frozen. *Call fi)r service.
No water or ice cube Supply line or shutoff •Call a plumber,
production valve is clogged.
Water filter clogged. •Replace filter cartridge or remoxe filter and install plug.
Dispenser is LOCKED. • Press and hold tile Lock pad for 3 seconds.
Refrigeratorhasodor Foods trmasmitthag •Foods with _strono_o(hn_ should be tightly wrapped.
odor to refrigerator. • Keep an open box of 1)aking soda in tile refi_igerator;
replace exerx three months.
Interior needs clemlhag. •See Care and cleaning.
Defrost water drainage • See Care and cleaning.
system needs clemthag.
Moisture forms on Not unusual during •Wipe stuq'ilce diff.
outside ofrefrigerator periods of high hmnidJty.
Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too
long door openings.
Interiorlightdoes No power at outlet. • Replace filse or reset tile breaker:
not work Light bulb burned out. • See Replacing the light bulbs
Water on kitchen floor or Drain in the bottom of •See Care and cleaning.
the freezer clogged.
Cubesjmnmed in chute. •Poke ice throuo ho with a wooden spoon.
Hotair frombottom
ofrefrigerator Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process,
it is normal that heat be expelled
in the area tinder the refrigerator.
Some floor coverings are sensitive
mad will discolor at these normal
mad safe temperatures.
Last setthag was Crushed Ice.
Cubed ice was selected • A few cubes were left in the crusher from the previous
but Crushedlce was setting. This is nox_nal.
dispensed (onsomemodels)
Frequent"buzzing"sound lcemaJcer power switch is ha the
ONposition but the water supply
to the refrigerator has not been
cmmected.
• Slide tile power sxdtch to tile OFFposition. Keeping it in
tile ONposifion will damage tile water xalxe.
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CUSTOMER WARRANTY
(forcustomersin Canada)
Yourrefrigeratoriswarrantedto befree ofdefectsin materialandworkmanship.
Whatis covered HowLongWarranted Parts Labour
(FromDateofSale) Repairor Replace
at Mabe'sOption
Compressor GEProfile:Ten(10)Years GEProfile:Ten(10)Years GEProfile:Five(5)Years
GEandAll Other GEandAll Other GEandAll Other
Brands:One(1)Year Brands:One(1) Year Brands:One(1)Year
SealedSystem(including GEProfile:Five(5)Years GEProfile:Five(5)Years GEProfile:Five(5)Years
evaporator,condenser GEandAll Other GEandAll Other GEandAll Other
tubingand refrigerant) Brands:One(1)Year Brands:One(1) Year Brands:One(1)Year
All OtherParts One(1)Year One(1)Year One(1)Year
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Thiswarrantyappliesonlyforsinglefamilydomesticusein
CanadawhentheRefrigeratorhasbeenproperlyinstalled
accordingtotheinstructionssuppliedbyMabeandis
connectedtoan adequateandproperutilityservice.
Damageduetoabuse,accident,commercialuse,andalteration
or defacingoftheserialplatecancelsallobligationsofthis
warranty.
Serviceduringthis warrantyperiodmustbe performedbyan
AuthorizedMabeServiceAgent.
NeitherMabenortheDealerisliableforanyclaimsor
damagesresultingfromfailureoftheRefrigeratororfrom
servicedelaysbeyondtheirreasonablecontrol.
Toobtainwarrantyservice,purchasermustpresenttheoriginal
BillofSale.Componentsrepairedorreplacedarewarranted
throughtheremainderoftheoriginalwarrantyperiodonly.
Thiswarrantyisextendedtotheoriginalpurchaserandany
succeedingownerforproductspurchasedforhomeusewithin
Canada.Inhomewarrantyservicewill beprovidedinareas
whereit isavailableanddeemedreasonablebyMabe
to provide.
Thiswarrantyis inadditiontoanystatutorywarranty.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
•Owneris responsibleto payforservicecallsrelatedto
productinstallationand/orteachinghowtousetheproduct.
• Damagetofinish mustbereportedwithin48 hoursfollowing
thedeliveryoftheappliance.
• Damagetofinishafterdelivery.
• Improperinstallation--properinstallationincludesadequate
air circulationtotherefrigerationsystem,adequateelectrical,
plumbingandotherconnectingfacilities.
• Replacementof housefusesor resettingof circuitbreakers.
• Replacementof lightbulbs.
•Damageto productcausedbyaccident,fire,floodsoracts
of God.
•Lossoffoodduetospoilage.
• Properuseandcareofproductaslistedin theowner's
manual,propersettingofcontrols.
•Productnotaccessibleto providerequiredservice.
•WARRANTORISNOTRESPONSIBLEFORCONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.
EXCLUSIONOFIMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair asprovided in this Limited
Warranty.Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitnessfor a particular purpose,
are limited toone year or the shortestperiod allowed by law. 11
IMPORTANT
Keep this warranty and your bill of sale as proof of original purchase and purchase date.
Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.
MabeServiceis availablecoastto coast.If further help is
neededconcerningthis warranty,contact:
Manager,ConsumerRelations
MabeCanadaInc.,ConsumerService
1 FactoryLane,Suite310
Moncton,NewBrunswickE1C9M3
1.800.561.3344
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
dateis needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
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RefrigeratorWarranty.(Forcustomers in the United States)
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).
Please have serial number and model number available when
calling for service.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
dateis needed to obtain service
under the warrant_
GEWill Replace:
GEandGEPROFILEMODELS:
OneYear
Fromthedateof the
originalpurchase
Any part of the refi_igerator which fifils due to a defect in materials or workmanship,
Durh_g this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge,all labor and
related sei_'ice to replace the defecti\'e part,
ThirtyDays
(Waterfilter,if included)
Fromtheoriginal
purchase dateof
therefrigerator
Anypartof the water filter cartridge which tifils due to a defect in materials or workmanship,
During this limited thirty-day warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, a replacement water
filter cartridge,
GEPROFILEMODELSONLY'.
FiveYears
(GEProfilemodelsonly)
Fromthedate
originalpurchase
Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressm; condensei; e_ q)orator
and all cmmecfing tubing) which flfils due to a defect in materials or workmanship,
During this limited five-year sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE will also provide,
free of charge, all labor and related seI_'ice to replace the defecti\'e part in the sealed
refl'iger;uing system.
;i::Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
i:_):Improper installation, delivery or ma'_mtenm_ce.
;i::FaJhtre of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other thml the intended purpose or used commercially.
i_?Loss of food due to spoilage.
i_):Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
_i::Damage caused after delivery.
i_ Replacement of the water Filter cartridge, if included,
due to water pressure that is outside the specified
operating rmage or due to excessive sediment in the
water supply.
i_):Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter
cartridge, if included, other than as noted above.
yi::Dmuage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
_i::h_cidentaJ or consequential dmuage caused by possible
defects with this appliauce.
_i::Product not accessible to provide required service.
IEXCLUSION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this
Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GEAuthorized Servicer is not available,
you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service
location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Toknow what your
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General
18 Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

PerformanceDataSheet
SmartWaterFiltrationSystem
MWF Cartridge
Thissystemhasbeen testedaccordingtoNSF/ANSI42/53forreductionofthesubstanceslistedbelow.
The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration
less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/AIVS142/53.*
'100%safety factors built in for unmetered usage) Stmldard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
Parameter USEPA hlfluent
MCL CJlalle_lge ConcenWallon
Chlorine -- 2.0 mg/L + 10%
T&O -- --
Particulate** -- _>l 0,000 pard( les/mI,
h_fluent
Average
1.96 mg/I,
I
6,490,01_)#/mL
Effluent
Average Maxhnmn
9.06 rag/I, 9.11 rag/I,
I I
58,833#/mi, 150,(_)0#/mI,
%Reduction
Average Mhthnmn
96.77% 94.74%
I I
9!).14% {)7.{)7%
Mhl. Required
Reduction
> 50%
_>85%
Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Parameter
"Iitrbkfity
Asb('st_}s
I,ead at ])It 6.5
Lead at pit 8.5
Melvu Uat Ill t 6.5
Met*:ttUat Ill t 8.5
,\ladfi0r
[hi(lane
2,4-1)
"Ibxat)hene
Benzene
Carb0fimm
1,4didfi0r0benzene
Alrazine
USEPA
MCL
0.5 N'IT
_>9{).95% Reduction
_>99% R('(ht(tion
0.015 mg/L
0.015 mg/L
0.002 mg/L
0.002 mg/L
0.002 rag/I,
0.0(_)2 mg/L
0.079 mg/L
0.003 mg/L
0.005 mg/L
0.040 mg/L
0.075 mg/L
0.003 rag/I,
hffluent
Challe_,lge Concentration
] l k ] NqT ***
Minin/um 50,(_)0 I,
1(F to ]0'sfib( r_!I,; > 10[tm
9.15 rag/I, ±1()f_
9.15 rag/I, ± 1()f_
0.006 mg/L + ] 0!¢
0.006 mg/L + ] 0!¢
0.04 rag/I,± 10!¢
().002 rag/I, ± 1()f_
9.210 rag/I, ± 10%
0.015 mg/L ± 10%
0.015 mg/L ± 10%
0.080 mg/I,_+ 10%
9.225 rag/I, ± 10%
0.0(_}rag/I, ± ] 0%
hffluent
Average
10.5 NTU
1] 8,750 #/I,
7,7MF/I,
0.1567 mg/I,
0.1433 mg/I,
0.(_)7,9 rag/I,
0.(_)57 rag/I,
0.0367 rag/I,
0.(_)20 rag/I,
0.2033 rag/I,
0.01 (_) rag/I,
0.0145 rag/I,
0.0830 rag/I,
0.2283 rag/I,
0.(_)87 rag/I,
Effluent
Average Maxhntm_t
9.14 NTU 0.28 N'IT
< 1 #/I, 4#/I,
0.996 MF/I, < 1 MF/I,
<0.001 rag/I, <0.001 mg/I,
< 0.001 mg/L < 0.001 rag/I,
0.0(_)350 mg/L 0.0007 mg/L
0.0(_)325 mg/L 0.0006 mg/L
0.0(_)23 rag/I, 0.0004 mg/L
<0.(X)(_)2mg/L <0.(X_X)2mg/L
0.00337 rag/I, 0.011(X)0 rag/I,
0.00](X) rag/I, 0.(X)I(X)0 rag/I,
0.0(_)5(X)rag/I, 0.(X)0500 rag/I,
0.001000 mg/L 0.(X)I(X)0 rag/I,
0.0(_)5(X)rag/I, 0.(X)0500 rag/I,
< ().()(_)5rag/I, < 0.(X)05 mg/I
%Reduction
Average Mhthnmn
98.54% 97.20%
>99.99% >99.99%
99.69% 99.39%
99.36% {)9.3{)%
99.39% {)9.3{)%
94.79% 87.50%
93.20% 8{).2!)%
99.34% {)8.67%
99.(_)% 98.95%
98.32% 94.50%
93.44% 9] .67%
96.51% !)5.83%
98.78% !)8.65%
9!).78% !)9.77%
94.22% !)3.33%
Mill. Required
Reducfon
0.5 NTU
_>9{).{15%
_>9!)%
0.010 mg/I,
0.010 mg/I,
0.002 rag/I,
0.002 rag/I,
0.002 mg/I,
0.0002rag/I,
0.079 rag/I,
0.003 rag/I,
0.005 rag/I,
0.04 mg/I
0.075 rag/I,
0.003 rag/I,
Tested using a flow rare of O.50 gpm; pressure of 60 psig; pH of Z5_+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
gperafing ,
Specifications
(:a l_a(itv',. certified h)r, lU) to ,_()0 ,'_all°ns_ ( 1 1:,_5 1);, u ), to _six
months for models without :t re/_a(ement hlter mt(_wator h,dlt;
up to one year for models with a replacement hirer mdwator hght
•Pl essm e I eqtm ement: 40-] 20 psi (2.8-8.2 bm ), non-shock
• Temperature: 33-1 00"F (0.6-38"C)
• Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) MWF
General Installat!on/Operation/Maintenance Requirements
• Fhtsh new cartridge at full flow fi)r 3 minutes to purge out
trapped ain
• Replace cm'tfidge when the iI]dicator light flashes or water
flo{v rate is redt_ced on non-indicator t{nits.
Special Notices
• Installation instructions, parts and service availability; and stm_dard
warranty are inchtded with flw prodttct when shipl;ed.
• This drinking water svsteIn luust be Inaintained according to .w_0_
_ , ,..... , , Aimzme
lll_lntl.[;iCH/l'eY S lns[YH([lons, lnch/dln_ l'e/)lacelnen[ o_ hlteF c;iFtYId_es. Benze_e
• Do n(>t ttse wifl/water flint is microbio_(>gidally tins:tie (>r (>f tmka_(>_m' _,bo_,_,
qtutliv,' wifl/out adeqt_tte cfisinfecfion befl)re or aOor flw system. L_,a_
gvste_hs certified fk)l"_cxst reduction InaV be used on _fisin(ected water
tfiat may contain filte_ztble cysts.
• The cohtaminants or othe_" substances removed or reduced by this
W:lter tl'e;ltlllent svsteil/ are not necessarilY ill VOIII" W;ltel:
• Check fin" tempi(ante with the state and local laws and regtdations.
• N()te that while the testing was peYR tuned under st;t ndard lalS{mm)_-
conditions actual peYloi{uunce Inuv xm'v. Sxsteins Iuust be installed'and
o|)el_lted ill accordance with l//_ln/l_lCtt/l'el)S recoiuiuended procedt/res
and gmdehnes.
Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
Chemical 17nit
Chlorine 'Ihste and Odor
Mechanical Fihralion Lnit
Parti(ulate Reduction, Class I
System "[-csted and Certified by NSF Int¢rnational against
,{NSIiNSF Standard 42 & 53 for the reduction of:
Standard No. 53: HeMfl_ Effects
Chcnai,.'al Reduction Unit
.kl;_chlor and AtFdzine Reduction
Benzene and Cmboihran Redu(tion
1,4 di( hlorobenzene and 2,4-1) Redu(tion
Lead and Lindane Reduction
Mer,.'u Wand Toxaphene Redu(tion
Mechanical Fihrdtion 1 nit
Tin-bid ilv Reduction
C}st and Aq)estos Reduction
State of Calitbmia
Dcpanmm_t of Hcatth Sewlces
Water Treatment Device
Certificate Number
05- 1698
Da_eIssued: Febnlal_ 2.2O0_
I'ratI¢qnark/Modl'[ D¢'sizllalloll roplae_,m_,nt Flellleltt_
MWF
Manufilctm'¢,r: GeneraI Elechac Compai_y
Tewll e't'eatnlentde_ ce tis edont _cel'_ltcat_lavemet he e_ting 'e_il 'elnentspu'sua t oSec o
116830 (a tile Iloalth and _atets (odo fin" th_ _llo_]nt_ health r_latod con/amnlanrs:
Microbiological C_mtaminant_ and I'mdiklit'_ Inorganics'Radiololaieal ('6ntanatzant_
UYsts
4-diclllol_benzette
-%4-D
Rat;,tl Service ('apaciD: 300 gaI Rat_,d_er_iee Fh_: 0g _pm
Conditions of Certillcation:
Do not use _ llei e _ate_ 1_ nlacwbioIOglCally mlsat_ or with water of mdalov, n quahW, except that sys_nls celllfled _
cys_ Ie_ctlon may be t_ed on disinfected waters fl_at maycon_ain fil*er_le cysts
Mamfli_ctu red tot: (;enerdl Electric Compan}; Louisville, tx_"40225
ER\ EST. No. 070595-MN4t01
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