GE 21 Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions ........... 2,3
Operating Instructions
Additional Features ................. 8
Automatic Icemaker ............... 11
Care and Cleaning ............. 12, 13
Controls .......................... 4, 5
Crispers and Pans ................... 9
Freezer ............................ 10
Replacing the Light Bulbs .......... 14
Shelves and Bins .................. 7, 8
Water Dispenser ................... 11
Water Filter ......................... 6
Installation Instructions
Installing the Anti-Tip
Floor Bracket ................... 18, 19
Installing the Refrigerator ...... 20-24
Installing the Water Line ........ 33-35
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator .................... 17
Removing and Replacing the
Freezer Drawer ................ 25, 26
Reversing the Door Swing
(Single Door Refrigerator
Models onlg) ................... 27-29
Removing and Replacing
the Doors (Double Door
Refrigerator Models onlg) ....... 30-32
Trim Kits and Decorator Panels .... 15, 16
Troubleshooting Tips ...... 36-4o
Normal Operating Sounds .......... 36
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ........ Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ........... 43
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate ....... 44
Warrantg for Canadian
Customers ......................... 42
Warrantg for U.S. Customers ....... 44
Models 2_land 25
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Refrigeradores
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Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label
on the right side, near the top of the
refrigerator compartment.
200D9366P019 49-60609-2 04-10 GE

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
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 refrigerator must be properlg installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
Donot allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelvesin the refrigerator.Thegcould
damage the refrigerator and seriouslg injure
themselves.
Donot touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skinmag stick to these extremelg cold surfaces.
Donot store or usegasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquidsin the vicinitg of this or ang other
appliance.
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Keepfingers out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearancesbetween the doors and between the
doorsand cabinet are necessarilgsmall.Becareful
closing doorswhen children are in the area.
Inrefrigerators with automatic icemakers,avoid
contact with the moving parts ofthe ejector
mechanism,or with the heating element that
releasesthe cubes.Donot placefingers or hands
on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the
refrigerator is plugged in.
Unplugthe refrigerator before cleaning and making
repairs.
NOTE:Westronglyrecommend that any servicing
beperformed by a qualified individual.
Settingeither or both controls to 0(offJdoes not
remove power to the light circuit.
Donot refreezefrozen foods which have thawed
completelg.
ADANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSAL OF THEREFRIGERATOR
Childentrapment and suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dungerous...eveniftheg will sit for "justu few dags." If
gou are getting rid of gour old refrigerator, please
follow the instructions belowto help prevent
accidents.
Before You ThrowAway Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer:
Takeoff the doors.
Leavethe shelvesin place sothat children mag not
easilgclimb inside.
Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,
which under federal low must be removed prior to
product disposal. If gou ore getting rid of on old
refrigeration product, check with the compong
handling the disposal about what to do.
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USEOF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an extension cord.
However,if gou must usean extension cord, it isubsolutelg necessargthat it be a UL-listed(inthe United
States)or a CSAcertified (inCanada),3-wire grounding tgpe appliance extension cord having a grounding tgpe
plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15amperes (minimum) and 120volts.

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AWARNING!
HOW TOCONNECTELECTRICITY
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.
Thepower cord ofthis appliance isequipped with a 3-
prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard
:S-prong(grounding)wall outlet to minimizethe
possibility of electricshock hazard from this
appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checkedby a
qualified electricianto make surethe outlet is
properly grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet isencountered,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong
wall outlet.
Therefrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electricaloutlet which hasa voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
Thisprovides the best performance and alsoprevents
overloading housewiring circuits which could cause a
fire hazardfrom overheated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord.Always grip plug firmly and pull straight
out from the outlet.
Repairor replaceimmediately all power cords that
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
usea cord that showscracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be
careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the controlswith temperature settings.
(onsome models)
[] TEMPERATURE SET
WARMER _ WARNER
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Hold 3 seconds to reset Hold 3 seconds
(onsome models)
NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls.
If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.
The temperature controls ore preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator
comportment and O°F for the freezer comportment. Allow 2/4 hours for the temperature
to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.
The temperature controls con disptoy both the SET temperature as well as the actual
temperature in the refrigerator and freezer. The actual temperature may vary slightly
from the SETtemperature based on usage and operating environment.
Setting either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator
comportments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
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Changing the Temperature
For Controls-on-the-Door Models:
Tochangethe temperature, pressand releasethe
WARNERor COLDERpod.TheACTUALTENPlight
will come on and the displuUwill show the actual
temperature. Tochange the temperature, tap either
the WARNERor COLDERpad until the desired
temperature isdisplayed.
For Controls Inside the Refrigerator:
Opening the door displogs the actual temperature. To
change the temperature, presseither the WARNERor
COLDERtouch pads untilthe desiredtemperature is
displayed.
Oncethe desired temperature hasbeen set,
the temperature displagwill return to the actual
refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 5
seconds.Severaladjustments mog be required.Each
time gou adjust controls,allow 24 hours for the
refrigerator to reach the temperature gou haveset.
Toturn the cooling system off,,top the WARNERpad
for either the refrigerator or the freezer until the
displug shows OFF.Toturn the unit back on, press
the COLDERpod for either the refrigerator or freezer.
Thenpressthe COLDERpad again and itwill go to
the preset points of O°Ffor the freezer and 37°Ffor
the refrigerator. Setting either or both controls
to OFFstopscooling in both the freezer and
refrigerator compartments, but does not shut
off electrical power to the refrigerator.

About TurboCook TM (on some models) GEAppliances.com
Turbo CoOl How It Works
(on somemodels)
TurboCool rapidly cools the refrigerator
compartment in order to more quickly
coolfoods. Use TurboCool when adding a
large amount of food to the refrigerator
compartment, putting away foods after they
have been sitting out at room temperature
or when putting away warm leftovers.It can
alsobe usedif the refrigerator has been
without power for an extended period.
TURBOCOOL
(on somemodels)
Onceactivated, the compressor willturn on
immediately and the fans will cycle on and
off at high speedas neededfor eight hours.
Thecompressor will continue to run until the
refrigerator compartment coolsto
approximately 34°F(I°C),then itwill cycle on
and off to maintain this setting.After 8 hours,
or if TurboCool ispressed again,the
refrigerator compartment will return to
the original setting.
How to Use
PressTurboCool.The refrigerator
temperature display will show be.
After TurboCool iscomplete, the
refrigerator compartment will return
to the original setting.
NOTES: Therefrigerator temperature
cannot be changed during
TurboCool.
Thefreezer temperature isnot
affected during TurboCool.
When opening the refrigerator door
during TurboCool,the fans
will continue to run if they have
cycled on.
(on somemodels)
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DOOR
ALARM
(on somemodels)
About Door Alarm (onsomemodels)
Thedoor alarm will sound ifany door isopen
for morethan 2 minutes.The beeping stops
when you close the door.
Energysaver
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(on somemodels)
,ENERGYsAVER,
(on somemodels)
About Energy Saver (onsomemodels)
Thisproduct isequipped with an Energy
Saverfeature. The refrigerator isshippedwith
the EnergySaverfeature enabled.
Overtime, moisture can form on the front
surface of the refrigerator cabinet and cause
rust. If moisture doesappear on the front
surface of the refrigerator cabinet, turn off
the EnergySaverfeature by pressing and
releasingthe ENERGYSAVERpad on the
control panel.

About the water filter. (onsomemodels)
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Water Filter Cartridge
Thewater filter cartridge islocated in the
back upper right corner of the refrigerator
compartment.
When to Replace the Filter
There isa replacement indicator light for the
water filter cartridge on the temperature
displag.This lightwill turn orange to tell gou
that gou need to replacethe filter soon.The
filter cartridge should be replacedwhen the
replacement indicator light turns red or if the
flow ofwater to the dispenser or icemaker
decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
0 If gou are replacingthe cartridge, first
remove the old one bg slowlg turning it
to the left. DONOTpull down on the
cartridge. A small amount of water mag
drip down.
A CAUTION:Ifairhasbeen
trapped in the system,the Filtercartridge may
be ejectedasit isremoved.Usecaution when
removing.
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Water Filter A
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Hold 3 Secs
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RESET
FILTER
HeM 3 seconds to reset
(onsomemodels)
Removethe protective foil from the end
of the cartridge.
Fillthe replacement cartridge with water
from the tap to allow for better flow from
the dispenser immediatelg after
installation.
Liningup the arrow on the cartridge and
the cartridge holder,slowlg rotate the
cartridge clockwise until it stops.When
the cartridge isproperlg installed,gou will
feel it "click"as it locksinto place.Do not
overtighten.
RunIY_gallons from the dispenser to
clear the sgstem and prevent sputtering.
SeeToUsetheDispensersection.
Pressand holdthe RESETWATERFILTER
pad for 3 seconds.
NOTE:A newlg-installed water filter cartridge
mag cause water to spurt from the
dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
Youmust usethe filter bgpass plug when a
replacement filter cartridge is not available.
Theicemaker will not operate without the
filter or filter bgpass plug.
Replacement Filters:
Toorder additional filter cartridges
in the United States, visit our Website,
GEAppliances.com, or call GEParts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002.
Filter IVlodelIVlWF
Customersin Canadashould consult
the gellow pagesfor the nearest Mabe
ServiceCenter.
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About the shelves and bins. GEAppliancescom
Not all features are on all models.
Somemodelshavewire shelvesthatcan
beadjustedin the samemanner.
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Rearranging the Shelves
Shelvesinthe refrigerator compartment are adjustable.
Refrigerator Compartment
Toremove:
O Removeall itemsfrom the shelf.
0 Tilt the shelf up at the front.
Liftthe shelf up at the back and bring the
shelf out.
Toreplace:
While tilting the shelf up, insertthe top
hook at the back of the shelf in a slot on
the track.
Lowerthe front of the shelf until the
bottom of the shelf locksinto place.
Spillproof Shelves Ionsomemodels)
Spillproofshelveshovespecial edgesto help
prevent spillsfrom dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove or replace the shelves,see
RearrangingtheShelves.
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Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf Ionsome models)
Theslide-out spillproof shelf allows gou
to reach items stored behind others.The
special edgesare designedto help prevent
spillsfrom dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove:
Removeall itemsfrom shelf.
Slidethe shelfout until it stops.
Liftthe front edge of the shelf until the
central tabs are above the front bar.
Continue pulling the shelf forward
until it can be removed.
Toreplace:
Placethe rearshelf tabsjust in front of
the central notches on the shelf frame.
Slidethe shelf in until the central tabs are
slightlg behind the front bar.
0 Lowerthe shelf into place until it is
horizontal and slide the shelf in.
Makesure that theshelf sitsfiat offer
reinstallationand doesn'tmove freelyfrom
sideto side.
Makesureyou push the shelvesall the way in
beforeyou closethe door.
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About the shelvesand bins.
AdJustable Bins on the Door
Adjustable bins can easilgbe carried from
refrigerator to work area.
Toremove: Lift bin straight up,then
pull out.
Toreplace or relocate: Slidein the binjust
above the molded door supports,and push
down. The bin will lock in place.
Thesnugger helpsprevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf.Grip the finger hold near the rear of the
snugger and move itto fit gour needs.
Non-AdJustable Bins on the Door
Toremove: Lift the bin straight up,then
pull out.
Toreplace: Engagethe bin in the molded
supports on the door and pushdown.
It will lock in place.
Tabs
AdJustable Divider in Freezer Basket
Thefreezer basket has a divider that can be
both repositioned or removed.
Toremove: Pullthe divider forward until the
rear locating tabs are out of the slots.Turn
the divider slightly to the sideto releasethe
front locating tabs and lift out.
Toreplace: Turnthe divider slightlg to one
sidesothe tabs on the front fit into the vent
slotson the basket. Positionthe divider so
the back locating tabs snap into place in the
back vent slots.
Toreposition: Removethe divider.Slidethe
divider left or right to the desired location and
replace as instructed above.
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Optional Freezer Caddy
The optional freezer caddg fits over the front
edge of the bottom freezer basket and can
be removed or added as needed.
To remove: Liftthe freezer caddg up.
Toreplace: Lowerthe freezer Caddg ensuring
the hook fits over the front edge of the
bottom freezer basket. Pushdown to secure.
About the additional features.
Not all features are on all models.
Non-AdJustable Beverage Rack
Toremove: Lift the rack straight up,then pull
out.
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To replace: Engage the rack in the molded
supports on the door and push down.
It will lock in place.

About the crispers and pans. GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excesswater that mag accumulate inthe
bottom of the drawers or under the drawers
should bewiped dry.
(_ Adjustable Humidity Crisper Ionsome models)
Slidethe control all the way to the
HIGHsettingto providehigh humiditL
recommended for most vegetables.
Slidethe control all the way to the LOW
setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits.
Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan Ionsome models)
Slidethe control all the way to the left for the
coldesttemperature.
LOCKS
How to Remove and Replace the Deli Pan
Toremove: Toreplace:
0 Removethe fruit and vegetable drawers. 0 Makesure allfour swing locksare in the
unlock position.
0 Pullthe drawer out to the stop position. Placethe sidesof the drawer into the
drawer supports, making surethe swing
locksfit on the drawer slots.
Liftthe lidto accessthe/4 swing locks.
Lockall four swing locks bg rototing them
to the lock position.
Rotateall four swing locksto the unlock
position.
Lowerthe lid and slidein the drawer.
Replacethe fruit and vegetable drawers.
Liftthe front of the drawer up and out.

About the freezer.
Not all features are on all models.
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Appearanceandfeaturesmayvary
Freezer Shelves and Baskets
0 A shelfabove the icestorage bin
0 A half-width basket
A deepfull-width basket with divider
Basket Removal
Toremove the deep full-width basket:
Open the freezer drawer until it stops.
Liftthe freezer caddy up.
Pullthe dividerforward untilthe rear
locating tabs are out ofthe slots.Turn the
divider slightly to the sideto releasethe
front locating tabs and lift out.
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Thefreezer basket restson the metal slide
brackets and isheld in place with swing
locks.
Turnthe swing locksfrom verticall to
horizontal position.
Openthe refrigerator doors.
Lift the basket up and rotate it toward you.
Slideout from the sideof the drawer.
When replacing the deep full-width basket:
Tiltthe baskettoward you and lower it into
the drawer.
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Placethe basketonto the metal slide
brackets and overthe swing locks.
Turnthe swing locksfrom horizontal to
vertical positionto lock the basket
in place.
Turnthe divider slightly to one sidesothe
tabs on the front fit intothe vent slots on
the basket. Positionthe divider sothe back
locating tabs snap into place in the back
vent slots.
0 Lowerthe freezer caddy ensuring the hook
fits over the front edge of the bottom
freezer basket. Pushdown to secure.
tabs
Toremove the half-width basket:
Pullthe basketout to the stop location.
Lift the basket up at the front to releaseit
from the slides.
Lift the back up and out of the slide.
ACAUTION:Alwaysbesureto
fully closethis basket.
When replacing the basket, make surethat
the wire tabs and wire hooks on the sides
of the basketgo into the slots in the top
of the upper basket slides.
Appearance may vary
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About the automatic icemaker GEAppliances.com
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 2/4 hours to begin making ice.
Power Automatic lcemaker lon some models)
Switch Icemaker
Green
Power Light
Theicemakerwillproducesevencubespercgcle-
approximatelg100-130cubesina 2/4-hourperiod,
dependingonfreezercompartmenttemperature,
roomtemperature,numberofdooropeningsand
otheruseconditions.
Seebelowfor howtoaccessiceandreachthe
powerswitch.
Iftherefrigeratorisoperatedbeforethewater
connectionismadetotheicemaker,setthe power
switchintheO(ofgposition.
Whentherefrigeratorhasbeenconnectedtothe
watersupplg,setthepowerswitchtotheI(on)
position.Theicemakerpowerlightwillturngreen
whenthefreezerlightswitchispressedinorwhen
thefreezerdoorisclosed.
Theicemakerwillfillwithwaterwhenitcoolsto
:].5°F(-:].0°C).Anewlyinstalledrefrigeratormagtake
12to 2/4hourstobeginmakingicecubes.
Youwillheara buzzingsoundeachtime
theicemakerfillswithwater.
Throwawagthefirstfew batchesoficeto allow
thewater linetoclear.
Besurenothinginterfereswiththesweep
ofthefeelerarm.
Whenthebinfillsto thelevelofthefeelerarm,the
icemakerwillstopproducingice.itisnormalfor
severalcubesto bejoinedtogether.
Ificeisnotusedfrequentlg,oldicecubeswill
becomecloudg,tastestaleandshrink.
NOTE:Inhomeswithlower-than-overagewater
pressure,youmayheartheicemakercyclemultiple
timeswhenmakingonebotchofice.
NOTE:Setthepowerswitchtothe0 (ofgpositionif
thewatersupplyisshutoff.
Toreachthe sowerswitch.
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Accessing Ice and Reaching
the Power Switch
Toreachtheicemakerpowerswitch,pullthe
shelfabovetheicebinstraightout.Alwagsbe
sureto replacetheshelf.
Toaccessice,simplgpullthebinforward. }
To access ice.
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Icemaker Accessory Kit
Ifgourrefrigeratordidnotcomealreadgequipped
withanautomaticicemaker,anicemakeraccessorg
kitisavailableatextracost.
Checkthebackoftherefrigeratorforthespecific
icemakerkitneededforgourmodel.
O spenserCradle
SpillShelf
To Use the External Dispenser Ionsomemodels)
Presstheglassgentlgagainstthetopofthe
dispensercradle.
Thespillshelfisnotself-draining.Toreducewater
spotting,theshelfshouldbecleanedregularlg.
Ifnowaterisdispensedwhentherefrigeratoris
firstinstalled,theremaybeairin thewaterline
system.Pressthedispenserarmandrun!_/gallons
toremovetrappedair fromthewaterlineandtofill
thewatersystem.Toflushoutimpuritiesinthe
waterline,throwawaythefirstsixglassfulsof
water.
Lockingthe Dispenser
PresstheLOCKpadfor3secondsto lock
thedispenserandcontrolpanel.Tounlock,press
andholdthepadagainfor 3seconds.
Door Alarm
Tosetthealarm,presstheDOORALARMpad.The
indicatorlightwillilluminate.Thisalarmwillsoundif
eitherdoorisopenformorethan2minutes.The
beepingstopswhengouclosethedoor.
To Use the Internal Dispenser Ionsomemodels)
Thewaterdispenserislocatedontheleftwallinside
therefrigeratorcompartment.
Todispensewater:
O Holdtheglassagainsttherecess.
O Pushthewaterdispenserbutton.
Holdtheglassunderneaththedispenserfor
2-3 secondsafterreleasingthedispenser
button.Watermagcontinuetodispenseafter
thebuttonisreleased.
Ifnowaterisdispensedwhentherefrigeratorisfirst
installed,theremaybeairinthewaterlinesystem.
Pressthedispenserbuttonforatleast2minutesto
removetrappedairfromthewaterlineandtofillthe
watersystem.Duringthisprocess,thedispensernoise
maybeloudastheairispurgedfromthewaterline
system.Toflushoutimpuritiesinthewaterline,throw
awaythefirst6glassfulsofwater.
NOTE:Toavoidwaterdeposits,thedispenser
shouldbecleanedperiodicallybywipingwith 3_3_
acleanclothorsponge.

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
Thedoor handles and trim. Cleanwith a
cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with
a soft cloth. Do not usewax on the door
handlesand trim.
Keepthe outside clean. Wipewith a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent.
Dry and polish with a clean,soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled
dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a
residue that can erode the paint. Do not
usescouring pads, powdered cleaners,
bleach or cleaners containing bleach
because these products can scratch and
weaken the paint finish.
Thestainless steel panels and door
handles.
Stainlesssteel (onsome models)can be
cleaned with a commercially available
stainlesssteel cleaner. Aspray-on stainless
steel cleanerworks best.
Do not use appliance wax or polish
on the stainless steel.
Silver-plated plastic parts. Wash parts with
soap or other mild detergents. Wipe clean
with a sponge,damp cloth or paper towel.
Donot scrub with steel-wool pads or other
abrasive cleaners.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors,leavean open box of
baking soda in the refrigerator and freezer
compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If
this isnot practical, wring excessmoisture
out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Usean appliance wax polish on the inside
surface between the doors.
Usewarm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15ml)of baking sodato
a quart (1liter)of water. Thisboth cleansand
neutralizesodors.Rinseand wipe dry.
After cleaning the door gaskets,apply a thin
lager of petroleumjelly to the door gasketsat
the hinge side.Thishelpskeepthe gaskets
from sticking and bending out of shape.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot
water because the extreme temperature
difference may cause them to break.
Handle glass shelves carefully. Bumping
tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts
in the dishwasher.
Silver-accented plastic parts. Wash parts
with soapy water. Wipe clean with a sponge,
damp cloth or paper towel.
Do not scrub with steel-wool pads or other
abrasive cleaners.
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Behind the Refrigerator
Becareful when moving the refrigerator
awag from the wall. Alltgpes of floor
coveringscan be damaged, particularlg
cushioned coverings and those with
embossedsurfaces.
Raisethe levelinglegslocated atthe bottom
front of the refrigerator.
Pullthe refrigerator straight out and return it
to position bg pushing itstraight in.Moving
the refrigerator in a sidedirection mag result
in damage to the floor covering or
refrigerator.
Lowerthe levelinglegs untiltheg touch
the floor.
When pushing the refrigerator bock, make
sureyou don't roll over the power cord or
icemaker supply line (on some models) and
ensure the anti-tip bracket is engaged (if
equipped).
Preparing for Vacation
Forlong vacations or absences,remove food
and unplug the refrigerator. Cleanthe interior
with a baking soda solution of one
tablespoon (15ml)of baking soda to one
quart (1liter)of water. Leavethe doors open.
Setthe icemaker power switch to the 0 (off]
position and shut off the water supplg to
the refrigerator.
If the temperature can drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicerdrain the water
supplg sgstem (on some models)to prevent
serious propertg damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secureall looseitems such as basegrille,
shelvesand drawers bg taping them
securelg in place to prevent damage.
When using ahand truck to move the
refrigerator,do not rest the front or back
ofthe refrigerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refrigerator. Handle
onlg from the sidesof the refrigerator.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in on upright
position during moving.
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Replacing the light bulbs.
Turning the control to the 0 [off) position does not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Lights (onsomemodels)
ACAUTION: Lightbu)b moy
be hot.
O Unplugthe refrigerator.
To remove the light shield,graspthe
shieldat the back and pullout to release
the tabs at the back.
Rotatethe shielddown and then forward
to releasethe tabs at the front of the
shield.
After replacing with an appliance bulb of
the same or lowerwattage, replacethe
shield.
Plugthe refrigerator back in.
NOTE'.Appliance bulbs mag be ordered from
GEPartsand Accessories,800.626.2002.
LED Refrigerator Lights (onsomemodels)
An authorized technician will need to replace
the LEDlight.
Light
Shield
Appearancemayvary
Freezer Light
CAUTION: Lightbulbsmay
be hot.
Unplugthe refrigerator.
Removethe freezer basket for access.
Thebulb islocated at the rear of the
freezer insidea light shield.
To remove,grasp the shieldat the top
and pull out to releasethe tabs at the
bottom.
After replacing with an appliance bulb of
the same or lowerwattage, replacethe
shield and freezer basket.
Plugthe refrigerator back in.
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Trim kits and decorator panels.
For panel-required models
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
GEAppliances.com
Before You Begin
Some models are equipped with trim kits that allow you to install door panels. You can order
pre-cut black or white decorator panels from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002, or you
can add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.
Panels less than 1//4" (6 mm) thick
When installing wood panels lessthan 114" (6 mm)thick, gou needto create a filler panel,such as 118"
cardboard, that willfit between the face of the door and the wood panel.If SOUare installing the pre-cut
decorator panels,pre-cut filler panelsare included in the kit.Thecombined thickness ofthe decorator or wood
panel and the filler panel should be 11/32" (8.7mm) with the panel itself being no larger than 1/4" (6 mm).
Panels1/4"thick orless
1/4" max
/,
Thehandle and the top and bottom trim stand in front of the surface of the door,which requiresthat the filler
be smaller in length and width than the panel.Usethe guidelines below and tape the filler onto the back of the
panel.
Left Fresh Food Door Right Fresh Food Door
Filler_ Filler_
Panel
Filler
Freezer Door
Panel
Panel_-- 15

Trim kits and decorator panels.
3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel
A raisedpanel design screwed or glued to a 1/4" (6 mm) thick backing, or a 3/4" (19 mm) routed board can be used.Theraised
portion of the panel must be fabricated to permit clearancesof at least 2" (5.1cm) from the handle sidefor fingertip clearance.
Panelsthicker than 1/4" (6 mm),up to 3/4" (19 mm) max.,will require that the outer 5/16" (8 mm) of panel perimeter be no
thicker than 1/4" (6mm).
Weight limitations for custom panels:
FreshFood10 Ibs.(/4.5kg)max. for eachdoor
FreezerDoor18 Ibs.18kg)max.
Panelsthickerthan1/4" (6mm) 1/4" (6mm)
ThickBacking
6" (8mm)
1/4" (6mm)max
3/4" (19mm)
2" (5.1cm)
Clearance
Handle Side
A
Panel I3/4"
(19mm)
Refrigerator
Door
Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels
-..... 1/8"
,,"]_dI"_ 13.,_i_1
'.1/4" ,'
(6 mm)____<'" ........ !'.
5/16" (8 mm)
minimumat
1/4" (6 mm)
thickness
Top,left and
bottom
Raisedportion
of panel
l:<m'i-.....
...... (6 mm)
Left Fresh FoodDoor
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1629/32" (42.9cm)
2" (51mm)
minimumat
1/4" (6mm)
thickness
Handleside
3815/16"
(98.9cm)
2" (51mm)minimumat
1/4" (6 mm)thickness ............................i
Handleside V
5/16" (8 mm)minimum
at 1/4" (6 mm)thickness
Left,right and
bottomsides Raised
portion
ofpanel
1/8" -....... ',
....... (6mm)
Z6
2" (51mm)
minimumat
1/4" (6 mm)
thickness
Handleside
Raisedportion
of panel
1/8........ .
Right FreshFoodDoor (3,mm)_1I'ff_',,,
,, 12-,
, ",, / 1/4"/
F.'-_r ....... -"-...... (6 mm)
i _i "_ 5/16"(8mm)minimumat
1/4" (6 mm)
thickness
Top,rightand
bottom
38 16/16"
(98.9cm)
Freezer Door
'H 3529/32" (91.2cm) _1"""-,
,, ,, " 1 8"
,, ....... .../
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1/4" _'_
(6mm).......
(6mm)......

Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 21 and 25
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Readthese instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT- savetheseinstructionsforlocal
inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT- Observeallgoverningcodesand
ordinances.
• Note to Installer- Besureto leavethese instructionswith
the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer- Keepthese instructionsfor future
reference.
• Skill level- Installationof this appliance requiresbasic
mechanical skills.
• Completion time- RefrigeratorInstallation
20 minutes
Water Line Installation
30 minutes
Anti-TipBracket Installation
20 minutes
• Properinstallation isthe responsibilitgofthe installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation isnot covered
under the Warrants.
PREPARATION
MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS
If the refrigerator will not fit through a doorway, the
refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be removed.
• Toremove the refrigerator door,seeStep 1 in the
Reversingthe DoorSwingsection.
• Toremove the freezer drawer,seethe Removingthe
FreezerDrawer section.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER
(ON SOME MODELS)
Ifthe refrigerator has an icemaker,itwill have
to beconnected to a cold water line.AGEwater supplgkit
(containingtubing, shut-off valve,fittings and instructions)is
availableat extra cost from
sour dealer,bg visitingour Websiteat GEAppliances.com(in
Canadaat www.GEAppliances.ca)or from Partsand
Accessories,800.626.2002(InCanada 1.800.661.1616).
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MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED (notincluded)
LagBolts
DrillBit AppropriateforAnchors
AnchorSleeves
For Anti-Tip Bracket Mounted on CONCRETEFloors Onlg
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
AdjustableWrench 3/8" and5/16" Socket
Ratchet/Driver
1/4" OuterDiameter
CompressionNut
andFerrule(sleeve)(icemaker
modelsonly) Phillips-HeadScrewdriver
3/32", 1/8" and 1/4" Allen
wrenches
1/8" DrillBit and
Electricor HandDrill Tapemeasure
Pencil 1/4" NutDriver
WireCutters Level

Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR
A WARNING
Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator
can tip forward.
Injury to persons can result.
Install Anti-Tip Bracket packed with this
refrigerator.
ITI MEASURE CABINET OPENING
AVAILABLE VS. REFRIGERATOR
WIDTH
Measure width of cabinet opening where
refrigerator will be placed, W.
Be sure to account for ang countertop
overhang, baseboard thickness and ang
clearance desired. Width, W, should not be less
than 36 inches. The refrigerator will be placed
oppro×imotelg in the middle of this opening.
RearWall
W
41,
REFRIGERATOR
Front
Baseboard
Thickness
jorCountertop
_I _ Overhang
..i (Whichever
IsGreater)Plus
AnyDesired
Clearance
RHSide
BRACKETIonzl ft.models)
LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP
FLOOR BRACKET
Place the anti-tip floor bracket Iocotor template
(included inside the anti-tip kit) onto the floor
up against the rear wall, within W, and in line
with the desired location of the RH side of the
refrigerator (see Figure 1).
Figure 1 - Installation Overview
2Wall Holes
Refrigerator _ Refrigerator Sheet
r_ Place the anti-tip floor bracket onto the Iocotor
template with its RH floor holes lined up with
the floor holes indicated on the template sheet,
opproximotelg 7½" from the edge of the sheet
or the RH side of the refrigerator.
r_ Hold down in position and use the anti-tip floor
bracket as o template for marking the holes
based upon gout configuration and tgpe of
construction as shown in Step 3. Mark the hole
locations with o pencil, nail or owl.
NOTE:
• It is REQUIREDto use otleast 2 screws to
mount the floor bracket (one on each side of
the anti-tip floor bracket). Both must be into
either the wall or the floor. Figure 2 indicates
oil the acceptable mounting configurations
for screws. Identifg the screw holes on the
anti-tip floor bracket for gout configuration.
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Installation Instructions
r_l LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP
FLOOR BRACKET (cont.)
Figure2 - Acceptabl.eScrewPlacement
Locations
PreferredInstallation- Wood PreferredInstallation-
Concrete
MinimumAcceptable#1-
Wall PlateStud MinimumAcceptable#2- WoodFloor
MinimumAcceptable#3 -
ConcreteFloor
[] ANTI-TIP BRACKET INSTALLATION
_] WOOD Wall and Floor Construction:
• Drill the appropriate number of 1/8" pilot
holes in the center of each floor bracket hole
being used (o nail or awl mag be used if a drill
is not available) AND remove the Iocator
template from the floor.
• Mount the anti-tip floor bracket bg fastening
the 2, or preferablg 4, #10-16 hex-head
screws tightlg into place as illustrated in
Figure 3.
Figure 3- Attachment to
Wall and Floor
RearRHCornerof
the Refrigerator
Floor Wall
2 ScrewsMust Bracket
EnterWoodor
MetalStud Wall
Plate
Stud
Floor
r_ CONCRETE Wall and Floor Construction:
• Anchors required (not provided):
4 each 1/4" x 1 1/2" lag bolts
4 each 1/2" O.D. sleeve anchors
• Drill the recommended size holes for the
anchors into the concrete at the center of
the holes marked in Step 2.
• Install the sleeve anchors into the drilled
holes. Place the anti-tip floor bracket as
indicated in Step 2. Remove the Iocotor
template from the floor.
• Install the lag bolts through the anti-tip floor
bracket and tighten oppropriatelg.
[] WOOD Wall and TILE Floor Construction:
• For this special case, locate the 2 wall holes
identified in Fig. 1. Drill an angled 1/8" pilot
hole (approx. as shown in Fig. 3)in the center
of each hole.
• IVlount the anti-tip floor bracket using the
IVlinimum Acceptable Installation #1, as
illustrated in Fig. 2.
ra
rA-]
D
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POSITIONING THE REFRIGERATOR
TO ENGAGE THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR
AND BASE BRACKETS
Before pushing the refrigerator into the
opening, plug the power cord into the
receptacle and connect waterline (if equipped).
Check for leaks.
Locate the refrigerator's RH side and move
back opproximotelg in line with the RH side of
the cabinet opening, W. This should position the
anti-tip floor bracket to engage the anti-tip
base bracket on the refrigerator.
Gentlg roll the refrigerator back into the
cabinet opening until it comes to o complete
stop. Check to see if the refrigerator front lines
up with the cabinet front face. If not, corefullg
rock the refrigerator forward and backward
until engagement occurs and gou notice that
the refrigerator is fullg pushed up against the
rear wall.
OPTIONAL: Adjust the rear (and front) wheel
height settings to fullg engage the rear anti-tip
brackets, while also aligning the refrigerator
front with the cabinet front face.
NOTE:
If you pull the refrigerator out and away from the
wall for any reason, make sure the anti-tip floor
bracket is engaged when the refrigerator is pushed
back against the rear wall.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
•Do not installthe refrigerator where the temperature will
go below 60°F(16°C)because it will not run often enough
to maintain proper temperatures.
• Do not installthe refrigerator where the temperature will
go above IO0°F(37°C)because itwill not perform properly.
• Installit on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded.
CLEARANCES
Allowthe following clearancesfor easeof installation,proper
air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections.
Standard Depth Counter Depth
Models Models
Sides 1/8" (3mm) 1/8" (3mm)
Top 1" (25mm) 1" (25mm)
Back 1" (25mm) 1/2" (13mm)
REMOVE TOP CAP (on some models)
• IMPORTANTNOTE:This refrigerator is 34-1/2" deep.
Doors and passageways leading to the installation
location must be at least 36" wide in order to leave the
doors and handles attached to the refrigerator while
transporting it into the installation location. If
passageways are lessthan 36", the refrigerator doors
and handles can easily be scratched and damaged.
Thetop cap anddoors can be removed to allow the
refrigerator to be safely moved indoors. Start with StepA.
• If it is not necessary to remove doors, skip Step A. Leave
tape and allpackaging on doors until the refrigerator is
in the final location.
•SKIDREMOVAL:Tilt refrigerator to each side to remove
skid.
• NOTE:Useapadded hand truck to move this refrigerator.
Placethe refrigerator on the hand truck with a side
againstthe truck. We strongly recommend that TWO
PEOPLEmove and complete this installation.
[] Locuteund remove the two Phillipsheud screws on the
top ofthe refrigerator. Removethe two screwson each
sideat the rear of the top cup.
Liftoff and remove top cup.
[] Removethe fresh-food door. Referto Steps 1through 3
of "Reversingthe DoorSwing"section.
[] Removethe bottom freezer drawer. Referto "Removing
FreezerDrawer"section.
FDI Moverefrigerator to the installation locution.
REMOVETOPCAP{cont.)(onsome models)
REINSTALLDOORS,DRAWERSAND TOPCAP
r_ Carefullg lowerthe door onto the center hinge. Reinstall
top hinge.NOTE:Ensurethe door isproperly aligned to
the case top to avoid readjustment of the door during
top cup reinstallation.
r_ Placecup overthe top of the refrigerator. Reinstallthe
original screws in the top and buck of the cup.
Reinstallthe bottom freezer drawer. Referto "Replacing
the FreezerDrawer"section.
A
Top Hinge B
rrl CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO
THE HOUSE WATER LINE
(icemaker and dispenser models)
A coldwater supply isrequiredfor automatic icemaker
operation. If there isnot a coldwater supply,you will
need to provideone.SeeInstollingtheWater Line
section.
NOTES:
• Beforemaking the connectionto the refrigerator,be
surethe refrigerator power cord is not plugged into
the wall outlet.
• If your refrigerator does not have a water filter,we
recommend installing one if your water supply has
sandor particlesthat couldclog the screen of the
refrigerator's water valve.Installit in the water line
near the refrigerator. If usingGESmartConnect_"
RefrigeratorTubingKit, you will need an additional
tube (WXO8XIO002)to connect the filter. Donot cut
plastictube to installfilter.
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