GE 21 User manual

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Safety Instructions ........... 2,3
Operating Instructions
Additional Features ................. 9
Automatic Icemaker ............ 12,15
Care and Cleaning .............. 15,14
Controls .......................... 4,5
Crispers and Pans ................. 10
Freezer ............................ 11
Replacing the Light Bulbs .......... 15
Shelves and Bins .................. 8, 9
Water Dispenser ................... 15
Water Filter ......................... 6
Water Filter ......................... 7
Installation Instructions
Installing the Anti-Tip
Floor Bracket ................... 19, 20
Installing the Refrigerator ...... 21-25
Installing the Water Line ........ 34-35
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator .................... 18
Removing and Replacing the
Freezer Drawer ................ 26, 27
Reversing the Door Swing ...... 28-30
Removing and Replacing
the Doors ..................... 31-33
Trim Kits and Decorator Panels .... 16, 17
Troubleshooting Tips ...... 37-41
Normal Operating Sounds .......... 37
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ........ Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ........... 45
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate ....... 44
Warranty for Canadian
Customers ......................... 42
Warranty for U.S.Customers ....... 41
Models 21 and 25
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
}This refrigerator must be properly 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. They could
damage the refrigerator and seriouslyinjure
themselves.
} Donot touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment when handsare damp or wet.
Skinmay stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
} Donot store or usegasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids inthe vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
Keepfingers out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doors and between the
doors and cabinet are necessarilysmall.Becareful
closing doors when children are inthe 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 isplugged in.
Unplugthe refrigerator beforecleaning and making
repairs.
NOTE:Westrongly recommendthat any servicing
beperformed bya qualified individual.
} Setting either or both controlsto O(offJdoes not
remove power to the light circuit.
} Donot refreezefrozen foods which havethawed
completely.
ADANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSAL OF THEREFRIGERATOR
Childentrapment and suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous...evenif they will sit for "justa few days."If
you are getting rid of your old refrigerator,please
follow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer:
Takeoff the doors,
Leavethe shelvesin place sothat children may not
easilyclimb inside.
Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,
which under federal law must be removed prior to
product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old
refrigeration product, check with the company
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,ifyou must usean extension cord, it isabsolutely necessarythat it be a UL-listed(inthe United States)
or a CSAcertified (inCanada),3-wire grounding type appliance extensioncord having a grounding type plug
and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum)and 120 volts.

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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 of this appliance isequipped with a 3-
prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard
3-prong (grounding)wall outlet to minimize the
possibility of electric shock hazardfrom this
appliance.
Havethe wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet isproperly
grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet isencountered,
it isyour personalresponsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong
wall outlet.
Therefrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which hasa voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
Thisprovides the best performance and also prevents
overloading housewiring circuits which could cause a
fire hazard from overheated wires,
Neverunplug 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. Donot
usea cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be
careful not to roll overor damage the power cord.
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORIV1ATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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About the controls with temperature settings.
Control style A, Internal Controls (on some models)
(FIG A) (FIG B)
Control styles A, B & D (on some models)
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Control style C, LCD External Controls (on some models)
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Control style D, External Controls (on some models)
NOTE:The refrigerator isshipped with protective film covering the temperature controls.
If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.
The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F 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 SETtemperature 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 OFFstops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments,
but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
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Changing the Temperature for Control Styles A&
For Controls on the Door Models:
FIG."A" Tochangethe temperature, pressand releasethe
WARMERor COLDERpad.TheACTUALTEMPlight will come
on and the display will show the actual temperature. To
change the temperature, tap eitherthe WARMERor COLDER
pad until the desiredtemperature isdisplayed.
FIG."B" Tovisualize the real temperature press and release
the ACTUALTEMPpad.Thedisplay will show the actual
temperature for 10 seconds.
Tochange the temperature, tap either the WARMERor
COLDERpad until the desiredtemperature isdisplayed.The
SETTEMPlight will come on during this process.
For Controls Inside the Refrigerator:
Opening the door displaysthe actual temperature. To change
the temperature, presseither the WARMERor COLDERtouch
pads until the desired temperature isdisplayed.
B
Oncethe desired temperature hasbeen set, the temperature
display will return to the actual refrigerator and freezer
temperatures after 5 seconds.Severaladjustments may be
required. Eachtime you adjust controls,allow 24 hoursfor the
refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
Toturn OFFcooling system,tap the WARMERpad for either
refrigerator or freezer until the display shows OFF.
Toturn ONcooling system, tap the COLDERpad for either
the refrigerator or freezer twice. Thedisplay will show the
preset temperature settings of 37°Ffor refrigerator and O°Ffor
freezer.
Turningthe cooling system OFFstops the cooling to
refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electrical power.
Changing the Temperature for Control Style C
ToChange the Refrigerator Temperature:
AccessBy:Home>Refrigerator
Activate By:Usingthearrowstoselectthedesiredtemperature.
YoumustpressENTERto setthenewtemperature.
TochangetheFreezertemperature:
AccessBy:Home>Freezer
Activate By:Usingthearrowstoselectthedesiredtemperature.
YoumustpressENTERto setthenewtemperature.
Oncethedesiredtemperaturehasbeenset,thedisplaywillreturn
totheHOMEscreenandshowthesettemperaturesunderneath
theactualtemperaturedisplayforseveralseconds.
Severaladjustmentsmayberequired.Eachtimeyouadjustthe
controls,allow2/4hoursfortherefrigeratorto reachthe
temperatureyouhaveset.
ToturnOFFcoolingsystem,tapthe WARMERpadfor either
refrigeratororfreezeruntilthedisplayshowsOFF.
ToturnONcoolingsystem,taptheCOLDERpadforeitherthe
refrigeratororfreezertwice.Thedisplaywillshowthepreset
temperaturesettingsof37°Efor refrigeratorandO°Fforfreezer.
Turningthecoolingsystemoff stopsthecoolingtorefrigerator,but
itdoesnotshutofftheelectricalpower.
Changing the Temperature for Control Style D
For Controls on the Door Models:
FIG."A" To change the temperature, pressand releasethe
WARMERor COLDERpad.TheACTUALTEMPlight
will come on and the display will show the actual
temperature. Tochange the temperature, tap either the
WARMERor COLDERpad untilthe desiredtemperature is
displayed.
FIG."B" To visualize the real temperature press and release
the ACTUALTEMPpad. Thedisplay will show the actual
temperature for 10 seconds.
Tochange the temperature, tap either the WARMERor
COLDERpad until the desiredtemperature isdisplayed.The
SETTEMPlight will come on during this process.
Oncethe desiredtemperature has been set,the temperature
display will return to the actual refrigerator and freezer
temperatures after 5 seconds.
Severaladjustments may be required.Eachtime you adjust
controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the
temperature you have set.
Toturn OFFcooling system, tap the refrigerator WARMERpad
until display flashes and beeps.Thentap the freezer WARMER
pad until display shows OFF.
Toturn ONcooling system, tap the refrigerator COLDER
button twice. The display will show the refrigerator and freezer
set temperatures.
Turningthe cooling system off stopsthe cooling to
refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electricalpower.
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About TurboCool. TM (on some models) GEAppliunces.com
(on some models
TURBOCOOL 1
(on some models)
How It Works
TurboCool rapidlycools the refrigerator
compartment in order to more quickly
coolfoods. UseTurboCool when adding a
large amount of food to the refrigerator
compartment, putting away foods offer they
hove been sitting out at room temperature
or when putting away worm leftovers. It can
alsobe usedif the refrigerator hasbeen
without power for an extended period.
Onceactivated, the compressor willturn on
immediately and the fans will cycleon and
off at high speed as needed for eight hours.
The compressor will continue to run until the
refrigerator compartment coolsto
approximately 34% (1°C),then itwill cycle on
and off to maintain this setting.After 8 hours,
or ifTurboCool 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 ifthey have
cycled on.
DoorAlarm
(on some models)
About Door Alarm (onsomemodels)
Thedoor alarm will sound ifany door isopen
for more than 2 minutes. Thebeeping stops
when you closethe door.
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ALARH
(on some models)
Energy Suver
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(on some models)
, ENERGYSAVER ,
(on some models)
About Energy Saver (onsomemodels)
Thisproduct isequipped with an Energy
Saverfeature. Therefrigerator 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. Consome models)
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Holder
Water FiJter
Reset
Hold 3 Secs
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F,LTER
Hold 3 seconds to reset
Water Filter Cartridge
Thewater filter cartridge is located in the back
upper right corner of the refrigerator
compartment.
When to Replace the Filter
Thereisa replacement indicator light for the
water filter cartridge on the temperature display.
Thislight will turn orange to tell you that you
needto replacethe filter soon.Thefilter
cartridge should be replacedwhen the
replacement indicator light turns red or ifthe
flow of water to the dispenseror icemaker
decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
O Ifyou are replacingthe cartridge,first
remove the old one by slowlyturning itto
the left. DONOTpull down on the cartridge.
A small amount of water may drip down.
A CAUTION:/fairhasbeentrapped
in the system, the filter cartridge may be ejected
as it is removed. Use caution when removing.
O Removethe protective foil from the end of
the cartridge.
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Fillthe replacement cartridge with water
from the tap to allow for better flow from the
dispenser immediately after installation.
Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the
cartridge holder,slowly rotate the cartridge
clockwiseuntil itstops. When the cartridge is
properly installed,you will feel it "click" as it
locksinto place.Do not overtighten.
Run1Y2gallons(about 3 minutes)from the
dispenser to clearthe system and prevent
sputtering. SeeToUsethe Dispensersection.
Pressand hold the RESETWATERFILTER
pad (on some models)for 3 seconds.
NOTE:A newly-installed water filter cartridge
may cause water to spurt from the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
You must use the filter bypassplug when a
replacement filter cartridge isnot available.The
icemakerwill not operate without the filter or
filter bypassplug.
Replacement Filters:
Forthe maximum benefit of your filtration
system, GE recommends the use of GEbranded
SmartWater filters only. Using GEbranded filters
in GEand Hotpoint refrigerators provides optimal
performance and reliability. GEbranded
SmartWater filters are always the right choice
becausethey are patented and designed
specifically for GEproducts. GESmartWater
filters meet rigorous industry NSFstandards for
safety and quality that are important for
products that are filtering your water. GEhas
not qualified non-GEbranded filters for usein GE
and Hotpoint refrigerators and there isno
assurance that non-GEbranded filters meet GE's
standards for quality, performance and reliability.
To order additional filter cartridges
in the United States, visit our Website,
GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002.
Filter ModelMWF
Customers in Canada should consult
the yellow pages for the nearest MabeService
Center.
(onsome models)
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About the shelves and bins. GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Rearranging the Shelves
Shelvesinthe refrigerator compartment are adjustable.
Refrigerator Compartment
Some models have wire shelves
that can be adjusted in the same
manner.
Toremove:
0 Removeall items from the shelf.
Tiltthe shelf up at the front.
Liftthe shelf up at the back and bring the
shelf out.
To replace:
Whiletilting the shelf up,insert the 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 (onsomemodels)
Spillproofshelveshave special edgesto help prevent spillsfrom dripping to lower shelves.To
remove or replacethe shelves,seeRearrangingtheShelves.
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf (onsome models)
Theslide-out spillproof shelf allows you
to reach items stored behind others.Thespecial
edgesare designed to help prevent spillsfrom
dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove:
_! Removeall items from shelf.
Slidethe shelf out 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 rear shelf tabs just in front of the
central notches on the shelf frame.
Slidethe shelf in until the central tabs are
slightly behind the front bar.
Lowerthe shelf into place until it is
horizontal and slide the shelf in.
Make surethat theshelf sits flat after
reins:alia:ion and doesn't move freelyfrom side
to side.
Make sureyou push the shelvesall the way in
beforeyou closethe door.
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Drop Down Shelf (onsomemodels)
The drop-down shelf gives you the use of another full-size shelf when you need
extra storage. It conveniently folds back out of the way when not in use, giving you
room for storage of larger items.
To use drop-down shelf:
Pullforward and down to drop the shelf into place.
Pullforward while lifting up to place the shelf out of the way.

About the shelves and bins.
AdJustable Bins on the Door
Adjustable bins can easily be 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 slidingof small items stored on the door
shelf.Grip the finger hold near the rear of the
snugger and move itto fit your 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.
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 slightlyto the sideto releasethe
front locating tabs and lift out.
Toreplace: Turnthe divider slightly 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 asinstructed above.
Optional Freezer Caddy
Theoptional freezer caddy fits over the front
edge of the bottom freezer basketand can
be removed or added as needed.
Toremove: Lift the freezer caddy up.
Toreplace: Lowerthe freezer Caddy 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.
Toreplace: Engagethe rack in the molded
supports on the door and pushdown.
It will lock in place.
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About the crispers and pans. GEAppliances.com
Not oil features ore on oil models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers or under the drawers
should be wiped dry.
Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)
Slidethe control all the way to the
HIGHsetting to provide high humidity
recommended for most vegetables.
Slidethe control all the way to the LOW
setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits.
Location of controls may vary, but function remain the same.
Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan (onsome models)
Slidethe control all the way to the left for the
coldesttemperature.
How to Remove and Replace the Dell Pan
Toremove:
0 Removethe fruit and vegetable drawers.
0 Pullthe drawer out to the stop position.
Liftthe lidto access the 4swing locks.
To replace:
Hake sure all four swing locks are inthe
unlock position.
Placethe sidesof the drawer into the
drawer supports, making surethe swing
locksfit on the drawer slots.
Lockall four swing locksby rotating 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.
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About the freezer.
Not all features are on all models.
Single Drawer Models
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Freezer Shelves and Baskets
0 A shelf abovethe icestorage bin
0 A half-width basket
A deep full-width basket with
divider
Double Drawer Models
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Freezer Shelves and Baskets
Afull-width upper basket intop
drawer
Ice Bucket
0 Adeep full-width lower basketin
bottom drawer
Appearance and features may vary
Basket Removal
Toremove the deep full-width basket:
Openthe freezer drawer until itstops.
Liftthe freezer caddy up.
Pullthe divider forward untilthe rear
locating tabs are out of the 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.
Open the 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 basket toward you and lower it
into the drawer.
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Placethe basketonto the metal slide
brackets and over the swing locks.
Turnthe swing locksfrom horizontal to
vertical positionto lock the basket
in place.
Turnthe divider slightly to one side sothe
tabs on the front fit intothe vent slots on
the basket. Positionthe divider sothe back
locating tabs snap into placein the back
vent slots.
0 Lowerthe freezer caddy ensuring the hook
fits over the front edge of the bottom
freezer basket. Pushdown to secure.
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Toremove the half-width basket:
Pullthe basket out to the stop location.
Liftthe basketup at the front to releaseit
from the slides.
Liftthe back up and out of the slide.
CAUTION:Alwaysbesureto
fully close this basket.
When replacing the basket, make sure that
the wire tabs and wire hooks on the sides
of the basket go 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 22 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power Automatic lcemaker (on some models)
switch The icemaker wittproduce seven cubes per cycle-
Icemaker approximately !00-!50cubes in a 24-hourperiod,
depending on freezer compartment temperature, room
temp.erature, number of door openings and other use
cond¢lons.
See below for how to access ice and reach the power
switch.
If the refrigerator isoperated before the water
connection is made to the icemaker, set the power
switch in the O (off) position.
power Light When the refrigerator has beenconnected to thewater
supply,set the power switch to the I (on)position.The
icemaker power lightwillturn green when the freezerlight
switch ispressed inor when tile freezerdoor isclosed.
The icemaker wilt fill with water when it cools to 15°F
-!0°C). Anewly installed refriqerator may take 12to 2/4
ours to begin making icecubes.
You wilt hear a buzzing sound each time
the icemaker fills with water.
Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the
water tneto c ear.
Besure nothing interferes with the sweep
of the feeler arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the
icemaker wilt stop producing ice.It isnormal for several
cubes to bejoined together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes wilt become
cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
NOTE:In homes with lower-than-overage water pressure,
you may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when
making one batch dice.
NOTE: Set the power switch to the 0 loft) position ifthe
water supply is shut off.
To reach the power switch.
Accessing Ice and Reaching the Power
Switch (Single Drawer Models)
To reach the icemaker power switch, pull the shelf
above the icebin straight out, Always besureto replace
thesheik
Toaccess ice, simply pullthe bin forward.
To access ice.
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Accessing Ice and Reaching the Power ice __IF
Switch (Double Drawer Nodels) ____ Mullion
To reach the icemaker power switch, __._'_. _ l
open the top freezerdrawer and remove the full-width
basket.Always besure to replace thebasket.
To access ice, open the bottom freezer drawer. Theice /
bucket islocated below the muHio.Pullit foward to _,,,
access the ice. To access ice.
Ice Box Door
Lift and pull
To reach the power switch.
Accessing Ice and Reaching the Power
Switch (Ice &Water Nadels)
To reach the icemaker power switch and access Ice,
open the Ice box door located on the refrigerator door
and remove the bucket.
Ice Bucket and Dispenser
. Pull up and out on the ice bucket to remove it from the compartment.
. To replace the ice bucket, set it on the guide brackets and push until
the ice bucket seats properly.
. If bucket cannot be replaced, rotate the Ice Bucket Fork !/4 turn
clockwise.
Extra Ice Storage
. There is additional ice storage in the freezer compartment drawer.
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Icemaker Accessory Kit
tf yourrefrigeratordidnotcomealreadyequippedwithanautomaticicemaker,anicemakeraccessorykitisavailableatextracost.
Checkthe backoftherefrigeratorforthespecificicemakerkitneededforyourmodel.

About the ice and water dispenser. Consome models)
To Use the External Dispenser (on some models)
SelectCUBEDICE_-_,CRUSHEDICE_or WATER.
Pressthe glass gently against the top of the
dispensercradle.
Thespillshelf is not self-draining.To reducewater
spotting, the 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. To flush out
impurities in the water line, throw away the first
, six glassfuls of water.
CONTROLS :
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Hold 3 seconds
L_GHT
CAUTION:Never put fingers or any other
objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.
Locking the Dispenser
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Pressthe Lock Controls pad for 3secondsto lockthe dispenser and
control panel.Tounlock, pressand hold the pad again for 3 seconds.
Dispenser Light
Thispad turns the night light in
the dispenser on and off.The
light also comes on when the
dispenser cradle is pressed.If
this light burns out, itshould be
replaced with a 6 watt 12V
maximum bulb.
Door Alarm (onsome models)
Toset the alarm, pressthis pad
until the indicator light comes
on.This alarm will sound if
either door isopen for more
than 3minutes. Thelight goes
out and the beeping stops
when you close the door.
To Use the Internal Water Dispenser (on some models)
Thewaterdispenserislocatedontheleftwallinsidethe tfnowaterisdispensedwhentherefrigeratorisfirst
refrigeratorcompartment, installed,theremaybeairinthewaterlinesystem.Pressthe
Todispensewater: dispenserbuttonforatleast2minutestoremovetrapped
airfromthewaterlineandtofillthewatersystem.During
O Holdtheglossagainsttherecess, thisprocess,thedispensernoisemaybeloudastheairis
Pushthewaterdispenserbutton, purgedfromthewaterlinesystem.Toflushoutimpuritiesin
thewaterline,throwawaythefirst6 glassfulsofwater.
O Holdtheglossunderneaththedispenserfor2-3 NOTE:Toovoidwaterdeposits,thedispensershouldbe
secondsofferreleasingthedispenserbutton.Water cleanedperiodicallybywipingwithocleonclothor
maycontinueto dispenseofferthebuttonisreleased, sponge.
To Use the External Water Dispenser (onsome models)
Presstheglossgentlyagainstthetopofthedispenser
cradle.
Thespillshelfisnotself-draining.Toreducewaterspotting,
theshelfshouldbecleanedregularly.
Ifnowaterisdispensedwhentherefrigeratorisfirst
installed,theremaybeairin thewaterlinesystem.Press
thedispenserarmandrunlYgollonstoremovetrapped
airfromthewaterlineandtofill thewatersystem.To
flushoutimpuritiesinthewaterline,throwawaythefirst
sixglassfulsofwater.
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
Do not add ice from trays or bags to
the storage drawer. It may not crush or dispense well.
Avoidoverfilling glasswith ice and use
of narrow glasses.Backed-up icecanjam the chute or cause
the door inthe chute to freeze shut. If iceisblocking the
chute,poke itthrough with a wooden spoon.
Beveragesand foodsshould not be quick-chilled inthe ice
storage drawer. Cans, bottlesor food packagesin the
storage drawer may causethe icemoker or auger to jam.
To keepdispensed icefrom missingthe glass,put the glass
closeto, but not touching, the dispenser opening.
Locking the Dispenser
PresstheLOCKpadfor3secondsto lockthedispenser
andcontrolpanel.Tounlock,pressandholdthe pad
againfor3 seconds.
Door Alarm
Tosetthealarm,presstheDOORALARNpad.Theindicator
lightwillilluminate.Thisalarmwillsoundifeitherdooris
openformorethan2 minutes.Thebeepingstopswhenyou
closethedoor.
Somecrushed ice may be dispensed
eventhough you selectedCUBEDICE.Thishappens
occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get directed to
the crusher.
After crushed ice isdispensed,some water may drip from
the chute.
Sometimes a small mound of snow will form on the door in
the icechute.Thiscondition isnormal and usually occurs
when you have dispensedcrushed ice repeatedly.Thesnow
will eventually evaporate.
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About the ice and water dispenser (cant)
Precise Fill (on some models)
Thiswater dispenserisequippedwith afeaturecalledPreciseFill.This
featureallowsyouto chooseapreciseamountofwater.Unitsinclude
ounces,cups,pintsor liters.
Modelswith ExternalDispensers
AccessBy:Home>PreciseFill>SetAmount
ActivateBy:Usingthearrowbuttonsto selectthedesiredamount.
PressMOREUNITSto selectbetweenCUPS,OUNCES,PINTSor LITERS.
0 Pressthecupagainstthecradleandwaterwillbegindispensing,tt
willautomaticallystopwhentheamountsethasbeendispensed.
Thedisplaywillshowthereisnowater leftto dispense,thenreset.
NOTE:Donotleavethedispenserunattendedwhenwaterisbeing
dispensed.
0 tfyouwouldliketo stopdispensingwaterbeforethespecified
amounthasbeendispensed,justremovethecupfrom thecradle.
Thedisplaywillshowtheamountlefttodispense.
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator
Dispenser drip area
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser drip urea (on some models),
beneath the grille,should be wiped dry.Water
left in this area may leave deposits. Remove
the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to
the well. Soak until the deposits disappear
or become loose enough to rinse away.
The dispenser cradle (on some models).
Before cleaning, lockthe dispenser by
pressing and holding the Lock Controls pad
for 3 seconds. Clean with warm water and
baking soda solution - about a tablespoon
(15 ml)of baking soda to a quart (1 liter)
of water. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.
The door handles end trim. Clean with
acloth dampened with soaWwater.
Drywith a soft cloth.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a
clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent.
Dry and polish with u clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with asoiled
dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave
aresidue that can erode the paint. Do not
use scouring pads, powdered cleaners,
bleach or cleaners containing bleach
because these products can scratch
and weaken the paint finish.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
Ifthis is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution - about a tablespoon (15 ml)of baking soda to a quart (1 liter)of water. This both
cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.
Use of any cleaning solution other then that which is recommended, especially those that contain petroleum distillates, can
crock or damage the interior of the refrigerator
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.
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Replacing the light bulbs,
Turning the control to the 0 (offl position does not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Lights (onsomemodels)
ik CAUTION:u Ubu)b n oy
be hot.
0 Unplugthe refrigerator.
0 To remove the light shield,grasp the
shieldat the back and pull out to release
the tabs at the back.
Rotatethe shield down and then forward
to releasethe tabs at the front of the
shield.
After replacing with an appliance bulb of
the same or lower wattage, replacethe
shield.
Plugthe refrigerator back in.
NOTE:Appliance bulbs may be ordered from
GEPartsand Accessories,800.626.2002.
LED Lighting - Module (on some models)
LED Lighting -Individual (on some models)
LEDlighting will need to be replaced by an
authorized technician.
Call!.800.432.2737 in the United States.In
Canada,call 1.800.561.3344
Light
Shield
Appearance may vary
Freezer Light (on some models)
ACAUTION:Lightbulbs may
be hot.
Unplugthe refrigerator.
Removethe freezer basket for access.
Thebulb islocated at the rear of the
freezer insidea light shield.
O Toremove, graspthe shieldat the top
and pull out to releasethe tabs at the
bottom.
After replacing with an appliance bulb of
the same or lowerwattage, replace the
shieldand freezer basket.
Plugthe refrigerator back in.
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Trim kits and decorator panels.
For pond-required models
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
GEAppliances.com
Before You Begin
Some models ore equipped with trim kits that allow you to install door ponds. You con order
pre-cut block or white decorator ponds from GE Ports and Accessories, 800.626.2002, or you
con add wood ponds to match your kitchen cabinets.
Panels less than 1/4" (6 mm) thick
When installing wood panels less than !/4" (6 ram) thick, you need to create a filler panel, such as !/8"
cardboard, that willfit between the face of the door and the wood panel. Ifyou are installing the pre-cut
decorator panels, pre-cut fillerpanels are included in the kit.The combined thickness ofthe decorator or wood
panel and the fillerpanel should be !!/32" (8.7 ram) with the panel itself being no larger than !/4" (6 ram).
Panels 1/4" thick or less
Thehandle and the top and bottom trim stand in front ofthe 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
Left FreshFoodDoor Right FreshFoodDoor
panel.
Filler_ Filler-
t Panel- _
Filler-
Freezer Door
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Trim kits and decorator panels.
3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel
A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1/4" (6 mm) thick backing,or a 3/4" (19 mm) routed board can be used. The raised
portion of the panel must be fabricated to permit clearancesof at least 2" (5.! cm)from the handle sidefor fingertip clearance.
Panelsthicker than 1/4" (6ram),up to 3/4" (!9 mm) max.,will require that the outer 5/16" (8 mm) of panel perimeter be no
thicker than 1/4" (6 ram).
Weight limitations for custom panels.
FreshFood!0 Ibs.@.5kg)max. for eachdoor
FreezerDoor!8 Ibs.(8kg)max.
Panelsthicker than 1/4" (6 ram) 1/4" (6mm)
ThickBacking
5/16" (8 mm)
1/4" (6 ram) max
2" (Sl cm)
Clearance
Handle Side
Panel
3/4" (19 ram)
Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels
- ..... 1/8D
,,,'" I (sram).,.. Left Fresh FoodDoor
i/4D _.," ""
(6 ram) .
5/16" I
minimum at
1/4" (6 mm)
thickness
Top, left and
bottom
Raised
of panel
1/8" "..... <-......... r
( m _
.,,,. 16 29/32" (42.9 cm)
"',S R 115
...... (6 ram)
I
2" (Sl mm)
minimum at
1/4" (6 mm)
thickness
Handle side
38 15/1613
(98.9 cm)
2" (51 mm) minimum at
1/4" (6 mm) thickness .............................
3/4"
(19 mm)
Refrigerator
Door
2" (Sl mm)
minimum at
1/4" (6 mm)
thickness
Handle side
Raised portion
of panel
Right FreshFoodDoor
_!iiii!!il_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i!!i_!ii_
I_ _:.
16 29/32" (42.9 cm) 1 ,,,
1/8....... -,
I%mml_1Iq",
i
, ",.kAy (6 ram)
-n
,_.... 5/16" 18mm)
minimum at
i/4" 16mm)
thickness
Top, right and
bottom
38 15/16"
(98.9 cm)
1- ...... y .....
1/8"
, I-
"<" IJi
1/4" _ .
(6 ram) ......
FreezerDoor
1/8" -...... .,
"',!-I I_ 1/4"
""..... (6 ram)
35 29/32" (91.2 cm) l_' "'_.,,
" ..... -",.,1/8"
i/4" _dI_ti
(6 ram) ..... 17

Installatio
Istr ct" SRefri erator
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.GEAppliences.ce
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT-savetheseinstructionsforlocal
inspector'suse.
•IMPORTANT-Observeallgoverningcodesand
ordinances.
•NotetoInstaller- Besuretoleavetheseinstructionswith
theConsumer.
•NotetoConsumer - Keeptheseinstructionsforfuture
reference.
• Skill level- Installationof this appliance requiresbasic
mechanical skills.
• Completion time- RefrigeratorInstallation
20 minutes
Water Line Installation
S0 minutes
Anti-Tip BracketInstallation
20 minutes
• Properinstallationisthe responsibilityof the installer.
• Productfailure due to improper installation isnot covered
under the Warranty.
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,seeStepI in the
Reversingthe DoorSwingsection.
•Toremove the freezer drawer,seethe Removingthe
FreezerDrawer section.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER
(ON SOME MODELS)
Iftherefrigeratorhasanicemaker,itwill have
to beconnectedto acoldwaterline.AGEwatersupplykit
(containingtubing,shut-offvalve,fittingsandinstructions)is
availableat extracostfrom
yourdealer,byvisitingourWebsiteatGEAppliances.com(in
Canadaatwww.GEAppliances.ca)or fromPartsand
Accessories,800.626.2002(InCanada1.800.661.1616).
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED (notincluded)
Lag Bolts
Drill Bit Appropriate for Anchors
Anchor Sleeves
For Anti-Tip Bracket Mounted on CONCRETEFloors Only
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
Adjustable Wrench 3/8" and 5/16" Socket
Ratchet/Driver
1/4" Outer Diameter
Compression Nut
and Ferrule (sleeve)
(icemaker models only) Phillips-Head Screwdriver
3/32", 1/8" and 1/4" Allen
wrenches
1/8" Drill Bit and
Electric or Hand Drill Tape measure
Pencil 1/4" Nut Driver
Wire Cutters Level
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLINGTHEANTI-TIP FLOORBRACKET(on21ft.models)
A WARNING
Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator
can tip forward.
Injury to persons can result.
Install Anti-Tip Bracket packed with this
refrigerator.
rll MEASURE CABINET OPENING
AVAILABLE VS. REFRIGERATOR
WIDTH
Measure width of cabinet opening where
refrigerator will be placed, W.
Be sure to account for any countertop
overhang, baseboard thickness and any
clearance desired. Width, W, should not be less
than B6 inches. The refrigerator will be placed
approximately in the middle of this opening.
RearWall
w
REFRIGERATOR
Front
Baseboard
Thickness
i or Countertop
41 _,-- Overhang
_i (Whichever
Is Greater) Plus
Any Desired
Clearance
RH Side
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LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP
FLOOR BRACKET
Place the anti-tip floor bracket Iocator 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 i- Installation Overview
2 Wall Holes
Refrigerator Sheet
[] Place the anti-tip floor bracket onto the Iocator
template with its RH floor holes lined up with
the floor holes indicated on the template sheet,
approximately 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 a template for marking the holes
based upon your configuration and type of
construction as shown in Step 3. Mark the hole
locations with a pencil, nail or awl.
NOTE:
, It is REQUIREDto use atleast 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
all the acceptable mounting configurations
for screws. Identify the screw holes on the
anti-tip floor bracket for your configuration.
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Installation Instructions
[] LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP
FLOOR BRACKET (cont.)
Figure 2 - Acceptable Screw Placement
Locutions
Preferred Installation -
Wood Preferred Installation -
Concrete
Minimum Acceptable #! -
Wall Plate Stud Minimum Acceptable #2 -
Wood Floor
Minimum Acceptable #3 -
Concrete Floor
r_ ANTI-TIP BRACKET INSTALLATION
r_ WOOD Wall and Floor Construction:
, Drill the appropriate number of 1/8" pilot
holes in the center of each floor bracket hole
being used (a nail or awl may be used if a drill
is not available) AND remove the Iocator
template from the floor.
, Mount the anti-tip floor bracket by fastening
the 2, or preferably 4, #10-16 hex-head
screws tightly into place as illustrated in
Figure 3.
Figure 3 - Attachment to
Wall and Floor
Rear RHCorner of
the Refrigerator
2 Screws Floor Wall
Must Enter Bracket
Wood or
Metal Stud Wall
I1_ Plate
Stud
Floor
r_ CONCRETEWall 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 Iocator
template from the floor.
, Install the lag bolts through the anti-tip floor
bracket and tighten appropriately.
rc] 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.
, Mount the anti-tip floor bracket using the
Minimum Acceptable Installation #1, as
illustrated in Fig. 2.
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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 approximately 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.
Gently roll the refrigerator back into the cabinet
opening until it comes to a complete stop.
Check to see if the refrigerator front lines up
with the cabinet front face. If not, carefully rock
the refrigerator forward and backward until
engagement occurs and you notice that the
refrigerator is fully pushed up against the rear
wall.
OPTIONAL: Adjust the rear (and front) wheel
height settings to fully 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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