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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4
Operating Instructions
Additional Features ............ ] ]
Automatic Icemaker ........... 13
Care and Cleaning .......... 15, 16
CustomCool TM ............... 6, 7
Ice and _'ater Dispenser ..... 14, 15
Refligerator Doors ............ 11
Replacing the lightbulbs ........ 17
Shelves and Bins ............ 9, 10
Crispers and Pans ............. 12
Temperature Controls ........... 5
_'ater and FreshSaver TM Fihers .... 8
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the Refligeramr ............ 24, 25
Removing and Replacing Doors . .23
Trim I_Sts and Panels ........ 18-22
_'ater Line Installation ...... 26-30
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 32-34
Normal Operating Sounds ...... 31
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..... Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ........ 37
Product Registration ........ 39, 40
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate ..... 38
h'arranty (Canadian) ........... 35
_'arrantv (U.S.) ............... 36
Models21,23,25,27,and29
Profile C6te _ C6te
R6frig6rateurs
La section frangaise commence a la page 42
Profile Lado a Lado
Refrigeradores
La secci6n en espafiol empieza en la pagina 78
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label inside
the reti'igerator compartment at the
top on the right side. 200D2600P010 49-60158 07-01JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
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 refl-igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
h_structions beiore it is used.
_,':;Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in the refl'igerato_: They could
damage the refligerator and seriously iqim'e
themselves.
:)::Do not touch the cold surli_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may stick to these extremely cold sm_thces,
i,;:Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\:q_ms and liquids in the vicini F oI this or any
other appliance.
i,_:_In refiigerato_s with atltOll/atic icemake_s,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heaOng element
locamd on the bottom of the icemake_: Do not
place finge_ or hands on the aUtOlnatic
icemaking mechanism while the refl_igerator
is plugged in.
i/:;Keep finge_s out _ff the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the dom_ and between
the (loo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careful closing doms when children are
in the area.
i/:;Unplug the refl'igerator befin'e cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE."We stronglyrecommendthatany servicingbe
performedby a quafified individual
i,_:_Setting either or both controls to 0 (0€/)does not
remove power to the light circuit.
::NDo not refl'eeze fl'ozen tbods which have
thawed completely.
_,ZMwavs clean the CustomCooIrMTray after thawing
tOod.
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DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrai)ment and suffocation are not i)rol)lems
of the past, Junked or abandoned refl_igeratm_ are
still dangerous...even if they will sit fin" "just a fi_w
days." If you are getting rid of yore" old refrigeratm;
please follow tile instructions below to hel I) prevent
accidents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
i;_?Take off tile dome.
>_ I,eave tile shelves in place so that children max
not easilx climb inside.
CFCDisposal
Ymr old refl_igerator may have a cooling system
that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are
believed to ham_ stratospheric ozone.
If you are throwing away yore" old refrigerator; make
sm'e tile CFC refl_igerant is removed fin" proper
disposal by a qualified se_wice_: If you intentionally
release this CFC reflJgerant you can be subject to
fines and imprisomnent under provisions of
enviromn ental legislation.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.
However, ifxou must use an extension cord, it is absolutelx necessary that it be a UITlisted (in tile United
States) or a (;SA-listed (in (_anada), 3-wire grom_ding type appliance extension cord haxim,_ a ,gr°m_ding
type I)hw_ and outlet and that tile electrical rating, of tile cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 xolts.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equii)ped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standard 3-prong (grotmding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibili F of electric shock hazard
fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall curet and circuit checked by a
qualified electridan to make sure the outlet is
i)roi)erly gromMed.
If the outlet is a stnndard 2-prong outlet, it is your
personal resi)onsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a i)roperly grotmded 3-prong wall
outlet.
The refl-igerator should always be plugged into its
own indi_i(lual electrical outlet which has a _oltnge
rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best perflmnance and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.
Never unplug yore" refl_igerator by pulling on tile
power cord. Mways grip plug firefly and pull
straight ()lit fl'onl the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fl'aved or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
\._]/en moving tile refi_igemtor away ti'om tile
wall, be careflfl not to roll over or damage tile
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Adapte_plug_notpe_mittedinca_odo)
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
Howe\'et; if' you, must use an adapter; where local
codes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made
to a i)roperly grotmded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a Lri Aisted adapter a\:lilable at m()st local
haYdwaI'e stores,
Tile linger slot in tile adapter must be aligned Mth
the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper
polari F in tile com_ecfion of tile power cord.
When (lisc(mnecting tile power cord fl'om tile
adapte_; always hold tile adapter in place with one
hand while pulling tile power cord plug with tile
other hand. If this is not done, tile adapter gromM
temfinal is very likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter grotmd temfinal breaks, DO NOT
USEthe refrigerator tmtil a proper grotmd has
been established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is metal, and not ihsu/ated, and the waft
outlet is grounded through the house wiring. Youshould
have the circuit checkedby a qualified electrician to make
sure the outlet is propeHy grounded
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, vvvvw.GEAppliances.com
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The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°t: for the
refrigerator compartment and O°Ffor the freezer compartment. Allow
24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended
settings.
The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature
as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer.
The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature
based on usage and operating environment.
Setting either or both controls to OFFstops cooling in both the freezer
and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power
to the refrigerator.
NOTE: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the
temperature contro/s, if this fi/m was not removedduring installation,
removeit now.
Tochange the temperature, press and release tile
WARMER or COLDERpad. Tile SETlight will come
on and tile display will show tile set temperature.
To change tile temi)erature, tap either tile
WARMER or COLDERpad tlntil tile desired
temperature is displayed. Refrigerator temperatures
can be a(!justed between 34°F and 44°F and tile
fl'eezer temperatures can be a(!iusted between
-6°F and +6°E
Once tile desired temperature has been set,
the temperature display will return to the actual
retiigerator and fl'eezer temperatures after
5 seconds. Several a(!itlstments may be required.
Each time you a(!iust controls, allow 24 l/o/us
fin" tile reliJgerator to reach tile temperature
VO/Ihave set.
Toturn the cooling system off,tap tile WARMER pad
tot either tile reti'igerator or tile fl'eezer until tile
display sho_vs OFF.To turn the unit back on, press tile
COLDERpad tin" either tile refl_igerator or freezer,
The SETlight will illuminate on the side you
selected, Then press the COLDERpad again (on the
side where the S_'Tlight is illuminated) and it will
go to tile preset points of O°Ffi)r tile fl'eezer and
37°Flor tile reliiger:mn: Setting either or both
controls to OFFstops cooling in both tile fl'eezer
and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut
off electrical power to the retiigerato_:
PerformanceAir FlowSystem
Tile Perf0mmnce M_=Flow System is designed to
maximize temperature control in tile refrigerator
and ti'eezer compartments. This unique special
t_'ature consists of tile AJr Tower along tile top and
back walls of tile refrigerator and tile Mr Tunnel on
the bottom portion ot the fl'eezer rear wall, Placing
fi)od in fl'ont of tile louve_ on these components
will not affect pedinmance. Mthough tile Mr Tower
and tile Mr Tunnel can be removed, doing so Mll
affect temperature pe_ommnce. (For remowd
instructions, on-line, 24 ho/u_ a day, contact us at
_sv.GEAppliances.com or call 800-GE-CARES.
In Canada, contact us at _v.geappliances.ca or
call 1.800.361.3400.)

AboutCustomCool7
How it Works
The CustomCooITMfi_atm'eis a systeIIl OI
daml)e_, a tim, a teml)eratm'e them/isto_;
and a heate_: Depending on the flmction
selected, a combination ot these will be
used to quickly chill items, thaw items or
hold the pan at a specflic temperature.
The pan is tightly sealed to prevent the pan's
teml)eramre fl'om causing temperature
fltlCttlations in the rest (ff the reliigerato_:
The controls for this pan are located at the
top (ff the refrigerator with the temperature
conti'ols.
ExpressThawTM
ExpressChillTM
How to Use
Empty the pan. Place the Chill/Thmv
tray in the pan with the metal plate
timing down to chill and store items, or
with the metal })late ihcing up to thaw
items. Place the items on the tray and
close the pan completely.
@ Select the ExpressThawTM,
TM TM
ExpressChill or Selectremp i)ad.
The display and SETlight will come on.
Tap the pad until the light a})l)ea_ next
to the desired setting. Llse the chm_ to
detem_ine the best setting to use.
N To stop a teatm'e betore it is
finished, tap that teamre's pad
tmtil no options are selecmd and
the display is off.
i_;: During ExpressThawrMand
TM
ExpressChill , the displa_ on the
controls will cotmt down the time
in the cycle.
_i:: _Mier the ExpressThawrMcycle is
complete, the pan will reset to the
MEATsetting (30°F) to hel I) preserve
thawed items tmtil they are used.
i_i;:The displayed actual temperature of
the CustomCoolpan may \m T slightly
fl'om the SETtemperature based on
usage and operating enviromnent.
NOTE:For food sale F reasons, it is
recommended that toods be wrapped
in plastic wrap when t/sin(r_ ,, ExpressThawTM
This will hel I) contain meat juices and
improve thawing pertimnance.

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CustomCoolTM Chart
NOTE:Resultsmay vary depending on packaging, starting temperature, and other food traits.
0.5 Lbs. (4 hours)
;i:: Hambmger Patties (0.5 lb)
>: Individually Wrapped
Filet Mignon (0.5 lb)
1.5 Lbs. (8 hours)
i_? Chicken Breasts (1.5 lbs)
i_: Ground Beef (1.5 lbs)
i;_;:Steak (1.5 lbs)
3.0 Lbs. (12 hours)
i_: Chicken Breasts (3.0 lbs)
i_? Gro/md Beef (3.0 lbs)
>: Steak (3.0 lbs)
15 Minutes
;i:: 1 Beverage Can (12 oz)
;i:: 2 Small Juice Boxes (('_8 oz each)
30 Minutes
i_;: 2 to 6 Beverage Cans (l 2 oz each)
i_i: 2 Plastic 20 oz Bottles of Beverage
i_;: 4 to 6 Small,Juice Boxes
(6--8 oz each)
;i:: 3 Foil Juice Packets
_i:: Wine (750 ml bottle)
45 Minutes
_i:: 2 Liter ot Beverage
i_;: 1/2 Galhm ot,]uice
>: Gelatin- 1 package
Citrus Setting (43°F)
>: Oranges, I,emons, i,imes,
Pineapple, (_antaloui)e
>: Beans, CtlCtllllbei3, Tomatoes,
Peppe_, Eggplant, Squash
Produce Setting (34°F)
i_;: Strawberries, Raspberries, Kiwifl'uit,
Pea_, Cherries, Blackberries,
Grapes, Plums, Nectarines, Apples
>: Asparagus, Broccoli, Corn,
Mushrooms, Spinach, Cauliflower,
I_ade, (;teen Onion, Beets, Onions
Meat Setting (30°F)
Raw Meat, Fish and Poultry
Disassembling the
Chill/Thaw tray
Toclean #le Chill/Thaw tray, disassemble tile
metal tray flxnn tile plastic stand by lightly
pushing in on the handles ot the plastic
stand and removing the metal tray. Both
the metal tray and the plastic stand are
dishwasher sate.
About the CustomCoolTM Pall Rack and Tray
Toreassemble the tray,place tile plastic
stand upside down (handles on bottom) on
a solid smq'hce. Place tile met;d plate on top
of tile stand matching up tile cm'ved side of
the plate with the curved side of the stand.
Insert one side of tile plate into tile notches
on tile st;rod. Push in on tile handle on tile
other side ot tile stand while pushing that
end of tile plate down and into place. You
should hear tile plate "click" into place.
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Aboutthe water andFreshSaverTM filters.
Place the top of the cartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to theright.
®
RESETWATERFILTER
HOLD3SECS
Water Filter Cartridge
l_he water filter cartridge is located in the
back Itpper right corner of tile reflJgei'ator
co///l)a I'tlllent.
When to Replace the Filter
Yhere is a l'el)lacelnent indicator light fin"
the water filter cartridge on tile disl)enser.
]_his light will turn orange to tell you that
w)u need to l'eplace the filter soon.
]_he filter cartridge should be replaced
when the replacement indicator light tt/rns
red or if the flow of water to the dispenser
or Joel[laker decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
0If _ou are re _lacino tile cartridge, ti_t
remoxe tile old one b) slowl) tm'ning
it to tile letL Donot pull down on tile
camidge. A small alllOtlnt of water may
drip down.
_Fill tile replacement cartridge with
water from tile tap to allow fi)r better
flow from tile dispenser immediately
atier installation.
@Lining up tile arrow on tile cartridge
and the cartridge holder; place the
top of tile new cartridge up inside
tile holdex: Oo not push it up into
the holdex:
Slowly mrn it to tile fight tmtil tile filter
camidge stops. DO NOTOVERTIGHTEN.
_s you mrn tile cartridge, it will
atm)matically raise itself into position.
Cartridge will rotate about 1/4 ttlrn.
O P.tm water fl'om tile dispenser for
3 mimltes (about 1½ gallons) to clear
tile system and prevent sputtering.
0Press and hold tile RESETWATERFILTER
pad on tile dispenser for 3 seconds.
NOTE: A newly-installed water filter
cartridge may cause water to spurt ti'om
the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
x_u must use tile filter b)pass plug when
a replacement filter cartridge is not
available. Tile dispenser and tile icemaker
will not operate without tile filter or filter
bypass plug.
Replacement Filters:
To order additional filter cartridgesin
the United States, visit our Website,
www.GEAppliances.com,or call
GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
(;X,_F
Suggested Retail ,$34.95
Customers in Canada should consult
tile _ellow pages tot tile nearest Camco
Serxice Center:
FreshSaver TM Filter
This filter is located inside tile fresh
l)ro(hlce (lrawei i
Tile filter should last approximately
eight yeats.
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Abouttheshelvesandbins. www.GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Refrigerator bin
Freezer tilt-out bin
Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
LargeBins
The larger reti_igerator door bins and
fl'eezer tilt-out door bins are ac!iustable.
To remove: i]fi the fl'ont of the bin straight
up, then lift up and out.
Toreplaceorrelocate:Engage the back side
of the bin in the molded supports oI the
do(n; Then push down on the fl'ont of the
bin. Bin will lock in place.
SmallBins
To remove: I,ifl the ti'ont of the bin strai,,ht
up then out.
To replace: Position the bin aboxe the
rectangular molded supports on the dora;
Then slide the bin down onto the support
to lock it in place,
The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf, Place a finger on either side oI the
snugger near the rear and move it back
and fl)rth to fit your needs.

Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Not all features are on all models.
Press tab andpull shelf
forward toremove
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
The slide-out spillproof shelf allo_s you to
reach items stored behind othe_. The
si)ecial edges, are designed, to helli ) )re',ent
spills fl'om dripping to lower shelxes.
Toremove:
Slide the shelf out until it reaches the stop,
then press down on the tab and slide the
shelf straight out.
Toreplaceorrelocate:
I,ine the shelf up with the suI)ports and
slide it into place. The shelf can be
reposifioned when the door is at 90 ° or
more. To reposifion the shelf, slide the shelf
past the stops and angle downward. Slide
shelf down to the desired position, line up
with the supports and slide into place.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesa// thewayback
in beforeyoudose thedoor
QuickSpace TM Shelf
This shelf splits in half and slides under
itself fin" storage (ff tall items on the shelf
below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced
or relocated just like Slide-Out Spillproof
Shelves.
On some models, this shelf can not be used
in the lowest position.
Freezer Baskets
Toremove, push the basket all the way to the
back of the fl'eezer i,ifi up until the back
pins are disengaged, i,ifi the entire basket
up and pull out.
Makesureyoupushthebasketsall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
Slide-Out Freezer Shelves
To remove, slide out to the stop position,
lift the ti'ont past the stop position, and
slide out.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall the wayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
)Fixed Freezer Shelves
Toremove,lift the shelf ul) at the left side
and then bring the shelf out.
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Not all features are on all models.
i
Removable Beverage Rack
The beverage rack is designed to hold
a bottle on its side. It can be attnched to
any slide-out shelfi
Toinstall'.
0 IJne up the large part ot the slots on
the top of the rack with the tabs trader
the shelf,
Then slide the rack back to lock it
in place.
Aboutthe refrigeratordoors.
Refrigerator Doors
The refl_igerator doo_ may teel difli_rent
than the ones you are used to. The special
door opening/closing teattli'e illakes Stli'e
the (loo_ close all the way and are securely
sealed.
When opening and closing the door you
will notice astop position, If the door is
opened past this stop point, the door will
remain open to allow you to load and
tmload toed nlore easily: When the door
is only partially open it will automatically
close.
The resist;race you teel at the stop
position will be reduced as the door
is loaded with fi_od.
When the door is only partially open
it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will
stay open.
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Aboutthe crispersandpans.
Not all features are on all models.
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Fru# and Vegetable Crispers
Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the (h'awe_ should be wiped dry.
On some models the bottom drawer has
a cover that slides back as the drawer is
opened. This allo_:s flfll access to the
drawex: _&sthe drawer is closed, the cover
will slide torward into its original position.
HI _ LO
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Adjustable Humidity Crispers
Slide the control all the _'_' to the HIsetting
to provide high humidity recommended fin.
most vegetables.
Slide the control all the way to the LO
,settino,_to pro_i(le lower humidit) le_ els
recommended fin" most fl'uits.
Convertible Meat Pan
The convertible meat pan has its own cold
air duct to allow a stream ot cold air fl'om
the ti'eezer compartment to flow to the pan.
The variable temperature control regulates
the air flow fl'om the Climate Keeper:
Set the control to the coldestsetting to
store fresh IIle_lts.
Set the control to coldto convert the pan
to nomml refiigerator temperature and
provide extra vegetable storage space. The
cold air duct is turned off. Variable settings
between these extremes can be selected.
Aboutcrisperremoval
Not all features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
Crispe_ can easily be removed by pulling
the drawer straight out and lifting the
drawer up and over the stop location.
If the door prevents you fl'om tnking out
the (h'awe_, ti_t t_y to remove the door
bins. ]f this does not offer enough
clearance, the refligerator will need to
be rolled ti)rward tmtil the door opens
enough to slide the (lrawexs out. ]n some
cases, when you roll the refligerator out,
p)u will need to move the refrigerator
to the left or right as you roll it out.
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Aboutthe automaticicemaker, vvww.GEAppliauces.com
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
%WeT Automatic Icemaker
_wimr Eel TaKer
Greel
Powerught
Pull the upper freezer shelf straight
out to access the icemaker. Always
besure to replace the shell The
shelf can be used for storage.
The icelnaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle'--aI)proxinmtely 100-130 cubes
in a 94-hour i)eriod, dei)ending on fl'eezer
COillpai'tlllent teillpei'attli'e_ i'OOill
temperature, imlnber of door openings
and other use conditions.
If tile refl_igerator is operated befi)re tile
water cotmecfion is tnade to the icetnaker,
set tile power switch in tile 0 (Off)position.
When the reti-igerator has been comlected
to tile water sui)ply, set tile power switch to
the I (ou) position.
The icemaker will fill with water when it
cools to 15°F (-10°C). A newlpinstalled
refl_igelator inay take 12 to 24 l/o/u_ to begdn
nlaking ice cubes.
Throw away tile first few batches of ice to
allow the wamr line to clea_:
Be sm'e nothing interteres with tile sweep
of the teeler amL
When tile bin fills to tile level ot tile feeler
amL tile icemaker will stop producing
ice. It is nomml for several cubes to be
joined togethei:
If ice is not used fl'equenfl}; old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste st;lie and shlJnk.
If ice cubes get stuck in the icelnakei; the
green power light will blink. To correct this,
set the power switch to 0(off) and relnove
tile cubes. Set tile power switch to I (on} to
restart the icemake_: _Mter the icemaker has
been turned on again, there will be a delay
of about 45 ininutes beloi'e tile icenlaker
i'estlilles opei'ation.
NOTE."Inhomeswithlower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayheartheicemakercyclemu/t))/e
times when making one batch of ice.
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Ice Storage Drawer
To access ice, pull tile drawer for_m'(l.
To removethedrawer,pull it straight ()/it and
lift it past tile stop location.
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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.
SpillShelf
ToUse theDispenser
Select CUBEDICE _, CRUSHEDICE
or WATER_.
Press the glass gently against the top of
the dispenser cradle.
Tile spill shelf is not sel6draining.
To reduce water spotting, tile shelf and
its grille should be cleaned regularly:
If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is
first installed, there may be air in the water line
system. Pressthe dispenser arm for at least two
minutes to remove trapped air from the water
line and to fill the water system. Toflush out
impurities in the water line, throw away the first
six glassfuls of water
CAUTION: Neverput fingers or any other
objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.
Lockingthe Dispenser
@Press tile LOCKCONTROL
lock tile dispenser and
control panel. To
h.ld''l'c 'theP"essl) ,d
fi:,r 3 seconds.
Dispenser Light
QuickIce
This pad turns the night
light in the dispenser
on and off. The light
also COilleS on when
tile dispenser cradle is
pressed. If this light
burns out, it should be
replaced with a 6 watt
12V maximmn bulb.
..............................................\,\lien wm need ice
in ahmTy, press this
pad to speed up ice
production. This will
increase ice production
QUICKICE ti)r tile tblhm'ing
48 hom_ or tmtil you
I)ress tile pad again.
DoorAlarm
......................................................To set the alamo, press
this pad tmtil tile
indicator light comes
on. This alama will
DOOR ALARM sound if either door is
open ti)r more than
3 minutes. The light
goes out and the
beeping stops when
VO/I close tile dooI:
important Facts About Your Dispenser
i_;:Do not add ice ti'om trm:s (:,rbags to
the storage drawer It may not crash or
dispense well.
;i::Avoid eye,tilling glass with ice and use of
narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can jam the
chute or cause tile door in tile chute to
freeze shut. If ice is blocking the chute,
poke it through with awooden spoon.
_i::Beverages and foods should not be
quick-chilled in the ice storage drawer:
Cans, bottles or food packages in tile
storage drawer may cause the icemaker
or auger to jaIn.
N To kee I) dispensed ice ti'om missing
the glass, put the glass close to, but not
touching, the dispenser opening.
i_i;:Some crushed ice may be dispensed
even though you selected CUBED ICE
This hapi)ens occasionally when a ti_w
cubes accidentnlly get directed to the
cI'tlsheI:
Yi;_Mier crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip from the chute.
i_;:Sometimes a small m om_d (ff snow will
timn on the door in the ice chute. This
condition is nomml and usually occurs
when you have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly: The snow will eventually
eV_ll)OI';lte.
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Careand cleaningof therefrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be caretul when moving the refl_igerator
away fl'om the wall. MI t)pes ot floor
coverings can be dalnaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
eillbossed S/li'J[ilces.
Pull the refl_igerator straight out and return
it m position by pushing it straight in.
Moving the reti_igerator in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor covering
or reti_igerato_:
Whenpushingtherefngeratorback,makesure
youdon't rofloverthepowercordor icemaker
supplyline.
Preparing for Vacation
For long \;l('ations or absences, rell/ove
food and uI_plug the reli_igei'ato_: Clean the
interior with a baking soda solution of one
tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda to one
quart (l liter) of water; i,eave the (loo_
open,
Set the icemaker power switch to the 0 (off}
position and shut off the water supply to
the refrigerator;
If the temperature can drop below
fl'eezing, have a qualified servicer drain the
water supply systeln to prevent serious
prope_ F damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and
drawe_ by taping them secm'ely in place
to prevent damage.
XA]mn using a hand truck to move the
reti_igerator, do not rest the fl'ont or back of
the refrigerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refrigerator: Handle
only from the sides of the refrigerator:
Be sure the refngerator stavs /b an upnght
position during moving.
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Replacingthelightbulbs, vvww.GEAppliances.com
Setting the controls to OFFdoes not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light
0
@Unplug the refl'igerator.
The bulbs are located at the top of the
comparm_ent, inside the light shield.
On some models, a screw at the front of
the light shield will have m be removed.
@To remoxe the light shield, press in on
the tabs on the sides of the shield and
slide fin'ward and o/It.
O ,Mter replacing the bulb with an
appliance bulb ot the same or lower
wattage, replace the light shield and
scrmvs (on some models). When
replacing the light shield, make sure
that the tabs at the back of the shield fit
into the slots at the back ot the light
shield housing.
Plug the refl{gerator back in.
Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light
This light is located above the top drawe_
O Unplug the reflJgerato_:
@]_.elnove the convertible ineat drawer
control knob by pulling straight out.
i]fi the light shield up and pull it out.
@.Mter rei)lacing, the bulb with an
appliance bulb of the same or lower
wattage, replace the shield and
the knob.
0 Plug the refrigerator back in.
Freezer Compartment
Unplug the reflJgeratoi:
Remove the shelf just above the light
shield. (The shelf will be easier to
remove if it is emptied fi_t.) On some
models, a screw at the top of the light
shield will need to be removed.
O To remove the light shield, press in on
the sides, and lift up and out.
P,eplace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield. When
reinstalling the light shield, make
sure the top tabs snap securely
into place. Replace the screw
(on some Inodels).
O P,einstall the shelf and plug the
reflJgerator back in.
Dispenser
Unplug the reflJgeratoi:
@ The bulb is located on the dispenser
under the control panel.
Remoxe the lightbulb by turning
it counterclockwise.
Replace the bulb with a bulb of the
Sallle size and wattaoe
O Plug the refrigerator back in.
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Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.
For CustomSly/eTM models
Read theseinstructionscompletely and carefully.
BeforeYouBegin
Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to instafl door panels. You can order pre-cut
black, white, almond, bisque, or stainless steel decorator panels from GEParts 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 less than l/4" (6 ram) thick, you need to create a filler panel, such as l/8"
cardboard, that will fit between the fi_ce of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing the l)re-cut
decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of the decorator or
wood panel and the filler panel should be 1/4" (6 ram).
Panels1/4"thick oriess
1/4" max
3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel
A raised panel design screwed or glued to a l/4" (6 ram) thick backing, or a 3/4" (l 9 ram) routed board
can be used. The raised portion of the l)anel must be tid)ficated to l)e_nit clearances of at least 2" (5.1 cm)
fl'om the handle side fin"fingertip clearance.
Panels thicker than 1/4" (6ram), up to 3/4" (19 ram) max, will require that the outer 5/16" (8 ram) of
panel perimeter be no thicker than 1/4" (6 ram).
Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:
FreshFood38Ibs.(17kg)max.
FreezerDoor28Ihs.(13kg)max.
Panelsthickerthan1/4" (6mm) 1/4"(6mm)
ThickBacking
2"(5.1 cm) II llll __---"-...._",-_
Ol_aranc_IIIIII _"
3/4"(19mm) pApp:_ra,,ceqi111 • ,or
Door
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Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels
FreezerPanel
WithoutDispenser
FreezerPanel
With Dispenser FreshFoodPanel
i i
t
5/16"
(8mm}
Cut 1/8"
out-_I I_- (3mm)
cm) 1Y?"
iX_I -I290m>
7_- 21/2"
(6.4cm)
37%"
(95.6cm)
11A,,
-"I 4- (2.9cm)
(6.4cm)
67%Z
(170.9cm)
FRONT
_. 141%2" _
(36.8cm) 2¼s"
(5.2cm)
I, t
1"
(2.5cm}
Out 1/8"
out -_I I_'-(3 mm)
_, ,,
i i
.... -I I #
5/_6 [ 111A"
" (28.6cm)
< mm>/177_" l_ (45.4ore)
_- {2.9cm)
Z2_"16.4cm)
11_"
T -'29cm>
,, _ T- 2½"
(10.3cm) -- Jh (6.4cm)
1(36.8 cm) 2>_"
33%" (5.2cm)
(85.4cm) _,
i t
1"
(2.5cm)
11_"
(2.9cm)--_
2W' _
(6.4cm)
1½"
(2.9cm)--i-
2W' _
(6.4cm)
2Hs"
(5.2cm)
!,
f ,',
(2.5cm)
1/8" Cut
(3mm)--_I I"4- out
,, _,
' '---- 5/16'*
11'_1/4,,l /---'_ {8 nlm}
(28.6cm)/
#x/
° /
37%"
(95.6cm)
#167%2'*
(170.9cm)
FRONT
-_-- 19%Z'----_
(49.5cm)
The areas at the top of the panels need to be cut ()tit ot
the panels. The shaded areas indicate areas that must
be muted otlt about 5/39" (4 ram) on the back side ot
panels 1/4" (6 ram) thick o_"more. For panels less than
1/4" (6 ram) thick, these a_'eas can be cut out of the
fille_" panels.
i_1 Depthofmaterial
toberoutedout
i I (2.9cm)
114"
(6ram)T _<
Front
5/32"
(4mm) ExampleofRouting
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Insertingthedoorpanels.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
0Loosenthe TopTrim onthe Freezer and FreshFoodDoors.
Using a T-20 Torx ddxet; loosen the two screws
attaching the Top Trim about 1/4" (6 ram).
OInsert the Freezer Panel and Fresh Food Panel
I,ifl the Top Trim up 1/4" (6 ram) and carefldlv
push the ti'eezer panel in tmtil it slides into the slot
behind the door handle. Push the filler panel
(required with some door panels) in behind the
decorau)r panel. Repeat fl)r fl'esh ti)od panel.
If your model has a dispenser and/or a
Refreshment Centex; this step onl) applies
to the top panels.
0Insert the Bottom Panel.
(_arefully push the panel in tmtil it slides into the
slot behind the door handle. Push the filler panel
(required with some door panels) in behind the
decorator panel.
Hand tighten the two screws on the Top Trim.
Cut-Out
SideTrim
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0Install the Side Trim.
These pieces are rocked inside the refi_igerator
door handle.
Donotremovetheproacfive film on theouaide of
theSideTrimuntil theSideTnmis installe_
Fit the botton_ oI the Side Trim under the
gottom Trhn as illustrated.
Hold the Side Trim against the fl'ont ti_ce (ff the
decorator panels and fit the Side Trim under
the Top Trim, Make sure the Side Trim is fitted
correctly and that you are satisfied with the
appearance of all the parts before pulling the
tape line_:
OSecure the Side Trim.
Place one hand between the two pieces of tape
liner and hold the Skle Trim firefly against the
panels and the side of the doo_,
Pull the mp tape liner up about 3" (80 ram),
pressing the triln with your hand as the adhesive
is exposed to the dooi: Then pull the bottom
tape liner down about 3" (80 inln). Follow the
tape with your hand, pressing the trim adhesive
against the doo_:
Continue pulling the tape liner loose, alternating
between the top and bottom and pressing the
Side Trim against the doo_:
0Remove the Protective Film Fromthe Outside of the Side Trim.
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