GE Appliances 19 Training manual

Use and Care & Installation Guide
Refrigerator
GE Appliances
Safety Instructions.........................3
Operating Instructions, Tips
Automatic Icemaker....................................12
CFC Disposal....................................................2
Food Storage Suggestions......................6, 7
Ice Dispenser.........................................13, 14
Icemaker Accessory Kit..............................12
Power Saver Switch.......................................5
Shelves .........................................................8, 9
Storage Drawers...................................10, 11
Temperature Controls...................................5
Care and Cleaning
Behind Refrigerator.....................................16
Cleaning—Inside and Outside ...............15
Clearances.....................................................19
Drawer and Cover Removal...............16, 17
Light Bulb Replacement.............................17
Location..........................................................19
Moving and Vacation..................................18
Rollers.............................................................19
Under Refrigerator.......................................16
Water Filter Accessory...............................12
Water Supply to Icemaker.........................18
Problem Solver.......................27–29
Normal Operating Sounds.....................27
More questions ?…In the United States call
GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000
In Canada consult your local telephone
directory for the Camco Service Center
Installation..................................20–26
Adapter Plug .................................................20
Electrical Requirements.............................20
Extension Cords ...........................................20
Grounding......................................................20
Reversing the Door Swing.................23–26
Water Line Installation ........................21, 22
Consumer Services.................2, 4
Appliance Registration..................................2
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Warranty for Canadian Customers..........31
Warranty for U. S. Customers .......Back Cover
Top-Mount No-Frost
Models 18, 19, 21, 22, 24 and 25

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WELCOME
Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we
believe in dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use guide and
you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service staff. Best of
all, you’ll experience these values each time you open your refrigerator.
That’s important, because your new refrigerator will be part of your
family for a long time.
HELP US HELP YOU…
Read this guide carefully.
It is intended to help you operate and maintain your
new refrigerator properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
If you don’t understand something or need
more help:
In the United States, call:
GE Answer Center®
800.626.2000
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
In Canada, write:
Manager, Consumer Relations
2645 Skymark Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario
Canada L4W 4H2
If you received a damaged refrigerator…
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold
you the refrigerator.
Save time and money. Before you request
service…
Check the Problem Solver section in this guide. It lists
minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.
Write down the model and serial numbers.
You’ll see them on a label on the left side, near the top
of the fresh food compartment.
These numbers are also on the Consumer Product
Ownership Registration Card that came with your
refrigerator.
Before sending in this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or service
calls concerning your refrigerator.
IMPORTANT: You must provide proof of purchase
or installation date for in-warranty service.
Date Purchased
Date Installed
Builder/Dealer Name
Address
Phone
CFC DISPOSAL
Your old refrigerator has a cooling system that used
CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to
harm stratospheric ozone.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make
sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper
disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally
release this CFC refrigerant you can be subject to
fines and imprisonment under provisions of the
federal Clean Air Act.

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Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
WARNING—When using this appliance,
always exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Guide.
• This refrigerator must be properly
installed and located in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used.
• Never unplug your refrigerator by
pulling on the power cord. Always grip
plug firmly and pull straight out from
the outlet.
• Repair or replace immediately all electric
service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length
or at either the plug or connector end.
• When moving your refrigerator away from the
wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
• Do not allow children to climb, stand or
hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. They
could damage the refrigerator and seriously
injure themselves.
• If your old refrigerator is still around
the house but not in use, be sure to
remove the doors. This will reduce the
possibility of danger to children.
• After your refrigerator is in operation, do
not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment, particularly when hands are
damp or wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely
cold surfaces.
• If your refrigerator has an automatic icemaker,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector
mechanism, or with the heating element that
releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands
on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the
refrigerator is plugged in.
• Don’t refreeze frozen foods which have thawed
completely. The United States Department of
Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin
No. 69 says:
‘‘…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that
have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if
they are still cold—below 40°F. (4°C.).
‘‘…Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that
have any off-odor or off-color should not be
refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice
cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of
any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The
food may be dangerous to eat.
‘‘Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the
eating quality of foods, particularly fruits,
vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quality
of red meats is affected less than that of many
other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as
possible to save as much of their eating quality as
you can.’’
• Unplug your refrigerator before
cleaning and making repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that
any servicing be performed by a
qualified individual.
• Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the
refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid
contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out
light bulb may break when being replaced.)
NOTE: Turning control to OFF position does
not remove power to the light circuit.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
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We’ll Be There
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever
need information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call!
In-Home Repair Service In the United States: 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)
A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE
Consumer Service company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays). Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out—so most repairs
can be handled in just one visit.
In Canada consult your local telephone directory for the
Camco Service or Authorized Service Center nearest you.
GE Answer Center® In the United States: 800.626.2000
Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center® information service is available to help. Your call—and
your question—will be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer Center® service is open 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week.
In Canada contact Manager, Coˇnsumer Relations, Camco, Inc.,
2645 Skymark Avenue, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 4H2
Service Contracts In the United States: 800-626-2224
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract
while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract, you’re assured of future
service at today’s prices.
800-461-3636 In Canada
Parts and Accessories In the United States: 800-626-2002
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. The GE parts system
provides access to over 47,000 parts…and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards
are accepted.
User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet cover procedures intended to be performed by any user. Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe
operation.
In Canada consult your local telephone directory for the
Camco Service or Authorized Service Center nearest you.
For Customers With Special Needs… In the United States: 800.626.2000
Upon request, GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free
kitchen for persons with limited mobility. To obtain these items, free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800-TDD-GEAC
(800-833-4322) to request information or service.
In Canada contact Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco, Inc.,
2645 Skymark Avenue, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 4H2

TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
If you turn your household thermostat
below 60°F. (16°C.) at night…
…you may want to move the freezer
control one step colder. Cooler
temperatures in the house may cause
the compressor to operate less
frequently, thus allowing the freezer
compartment to warm somewhat. To
protect your frozen food supply, leave the freezer
setting at this colder setting for the entire winter or for
as long as you keep your thermostat turned down.
Moving the freezer control to colder setting should
have no effect on your fresh food compartment.
However, if freezing occurs, move the fresh food
control one step warmer.
When you stop turning the thermostat down, turn the
refrigerator’s controls back to their regular settings.
How to Test Temperatures
Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment.
Place a container of milk on the top shelf in the
fresh food compartment. Check it a day later. If the
milk is too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature
controls.
Use the ice cream test for the freezer compartment.
Place a container of ice cream in the center of the
freezer compartment. Check it after a day. If it’s too
hard or too soft, adjust the temperature controls.
After changing the controls, always allow 24 hours
for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you
have set.
The temperature controls in your refrigerator
have letters and numbers. Initially set the freezer
control at “C” and the fresh food control at “5.”
The fresh food control maintains the temperatures
throughout the refrigerator.
Moving the fresh food control to “OFF” stops
cooling in both areas—fresh food and freezer—
but does not shut off power to the refrigerator.
The freezer control
moves a damper to
change the amount
of cold air that
moves
from the
freezer to the fresh
food compartment.
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Damper
(coldest setting)
(warmest setting)
Power Saver Switch
The power saver switch is located on the temperature
control panel. To reduce the amount of electricity
required to operate your refrigerator, push switch to
the POWER SAVER setting.
This turns off the unit in your refrigerator that
prevents moisture from forming on the outside.
With this unit turned off, moisture may form on the
outside of your refrigerator, especially when the
weather is humid. The humidity is most likely to be
high in the summer, in the early morning hours, and in
homes which are not air conditioned.
Over an extended period of time, moisture that forms
on the refrigerator surface may cause deterioration of
the paint finish. It will be important to protect the
finish by using appliance polish wax as described in
the Care & Cleaning section.
The cost to operate the low-wattage unit is about the
same as it costs to use two night lights.
When you move the power saver switch from the
POWER SAVER setting, low wattage electricity
flows through the unit and warms the outside of the
refrigerator. Under most conditions, this prevents the
forming of moisture or water droplets.
No Defrosting
It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food
compartments. Although your refrigerator is designed
and equipped to defrost itself automatically, some
frost on packages is normal.
Consumer Services Temperature Controls
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FOOD STORAGE SUGGESTIONS
Use these storage times as guidelines for good eating
quality. The type of packaging used and the storage
temperatures will affect how long food will keep in
the refrigerator.
New techniques are constantly being developed.
Consult the County Extension Service or your local
Utility Company for the latest information on freezing
and storing foods.
Refrigerator Freezer
Foods Time Time Storage Tips
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Butter 1–2 weeks 6–9 months Store butter covered in the Dairy
Compartment to prevent butter from
absorbing odors.
Milk & cream 1 week after the Not recommended Refrigerate immediately after use. Close
“sell by” date tightly. Don’t drink out of the carton
because enzymes from your mouth cause
milk to sour. Don’t freeze cream unless
whipped.
Cream cheese, cheese 1–2 weeks after Not recommended Wrap tightly.
spread & cheese food the “sell by” date
Cottage cheese 5–7 days after the Not recommended
“sell by” date
Hard cheese (Swiss, 1–2 months May become crumbly Wrap tightly to keep odors confined.
Cheddar & Parmesan) Cut off mold if it develops on the surface.
Sour cream 10 days after the Not recommended
“sell by” date
EGGS
Eggs in the shell 1 week after the Not recommended Cover and store small ends down.
“sell by” date
Leftover yolks 2–4 days 9–12 months
or whites
FRESH FRUITS
Apples 1 month 6–12 months
Avocados 3–5 days 6–12 months Ripen at room temperature before
refrigerating. Avocados will darken
when refrigerated.
Berries & cherries 2–3 days 6–12 months Store covered or in the storage
drawer to prevent moisture loss.
Citrus fruits 1–2 weeks Not recommended Store uncovered.
Grapes 3–5 days 6–12 months Store covered or in the storage
drawer to prevent moisture loss.
Peaches, nectarines, 3–5 days 6–12 months Ripen at room temperature before
plums & apricots refrigerating.
Pineapples, cut 2–3 days 6–12 months Use quickly for best eating quality.
Ripening of many fruits is slowed by refrigeration. Store fruits in the storage
drawer with the control on the “Fruits” setting.

Food Storage Suggestions
Refrigerator Freezer
Foods Time Time Storage Tips
FRESH VEGETABLES
Asparagus 2–3 days 8–12 months Don’t wash before refrigerating. Store
in the drawer.
Brussels sprouts 3–5 days 8–12 months Wrap well! These odors will travel to other foods.
& broccoli
Cabbage & celery 1–2 weeks Not recommended Wrap well! These odors will travel to other foods.
Cauliflower & snap beans 1 week 8–12 months Wrap well! These odors will travel to other foods.
Carrots, parsnips, beets, 2 weeks 8–12 months Remove tops and wrap well.
radishes & turnips
Green peas 3–5 days 8–12 months Nature’s wrapping is best. Leave them in
& lima beans their pods until ready to use.
Lettuce & other 1 week Not recommended Wash. Drain well. Refrigerate in the drawer.
salad greens
Onions, green 3–5 days 8–12 months Wrap well! These odors will travel to other foods.
Peppers & cucumbers 1 week 8–12 months Wrap well! These odors will travel to other foods.
FRESH POULTRY & FISH
Chicken 1–2 days 6–12 months Can be kept in original packaging for refrigeration.
Turkey, duck & goose 1–2 days 4–6 months Place in the Meat drawer with the control on the
“Fresh Meat” setting. When freezing longer than
2 weeks, overwrap with suitable freezer wrap to
Fish 1–2 days 8–12 months reduce freezer burn.
FRESH MEATS
Beef, ground 1–2 days 4–6 months Can be kept in original packaging for refrigeration.
Beef, roast & steak 3–5 days 9–12 months Place in the Meat drawer with the control on the
“Fresh Meat” setting. When freezing longer than
Pork 3–5 days 6–9 months 2 weeks, overwrap with suitable freezer wrap to
prevent freezer burn.
Veal 3–5 days 4–6 months
Sausage, ground 1–2 days 1–3 months
Lamb 3–5 days 9–12 months
PROCESSED MEATS
Bacon 7 days 1 month Processed meats should be tightly wrapped and
stored in the Meat drawer with the control on the
Frankfurters 7 days 2 weeks “Deli/Cheese” setting.
Ham, whole 7 days 1–3 months
half 5 days 1–3 months
slices 3 days 1–2 months
Luncheon meat 3–5 days Not recommended Unopened, vacuum-packed luncheon meat may
be kept up to 2 weeks.
Sausage, smoked 7 days Not recommended
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Since vegetables remain fresh longest in a moist environment, they should be stored in the Fresh
drawer with the control on the “Vegetables” setting. If the drawers are full, store vegetables in plastic
bags or plastic containers to prevent moisture loss.
* Sources: United States Department of Agriculture; Food Marketing Institute; Cooperative Extension Service; Iowa State University

SHELVES
How to Rearrange Your Shelves (on some models)
Shelves in the fresh
food and freezer
compartments are
adjustable.
To remove shelves:
Tilt the shelf up at
front, then lift it up
and out of tracks on
the rear wall of the
refrigerator.
To replace shelves:
Select the desired shelf
height. With shelf front
raised slightly, engage
top hooks in tracks at
rear of cabinet. Then
lower front of shelf until
it locks into position.
Wire shelves (on some
models) are adjustable
in the same manner.
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Tilt up Engage
top hook
Lower to lock
into place
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Removable Wine Rack (on some models) Extra Freezer Shelf (on some models)
The wine rack is designed
to hold a bottle on its side. Some models have an extra freezer shelf that
allows you to use the
freezer space more
efficiently.
Porta-Bins on the Doors (on some models) Snuggers (on some models)
Adjustable Porta-Bins on fresh
food and freezer compartment
doors can easily be carried
from the refrigerator to the
work area.
To remove: Slide Porta-Bin
forward on molded supports
until it comes completely
out of the door.
To relocate: Select desired shelf height, engage
Porta-Bins in the molded supports of the door,
and slide in. Porta-Bin will hook in place.
Snuggers are designed to
give you storage flexibility
in Porta-Bins and on your
fresh food door shelves.
Place index finger and
middle finger on either side
of the snugger near the front
and simply move it back
and forth to fit your needs.
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Snugger
Features vary by model
Two-Position Freezer Shelf (on some models)
To relocate the two-position freezer shelf, lift slightly
and move it sideways to free the ends of the shelf
from the holes in the walls. Then tilt the shelf and
take it out. To reinstall the shelf, first insert one end
and then the other.
For models with an icemaker,
the shelf must be placed in
the lower position.
For models without an
icemaker, the shelf can be
placed in either position.

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Shelves
Quick ServeTM System (on some models)
Cooking-serving-storage
dishes with durable see-
through lids fit into a
rack that hangs on the
fresh food or freezer
compartment door.
Dishes can be removed from and returned to the rack
as needed, and the rack can be removed and relocated
on either door in the same manner as the door bins.
Dishes and lids are safe for use in microwave ovens,
refrigerators, freezers, and are dishwasher-safe. The
dishes should not be used for cooking high-fat foods,
such as bacon, and high-sugar foods, such as candy
and syrup. The high temperatures of the fat and sugar
can cause bubbles to form on the inside of the dish.
CAUTION:
Dishes and lids are not designed for use on the
range top, broiler or in the regular oven. Such use
can be hazardous.
Quick Store Bin (on some models)
This removable tilt-out
bin can be located on the
fresh food or freezer
compartment door. It has
been designed for
convenient storage of those
frequently used items that
do not fit easily into a
Porta-Bin or soon-to-be-
used items that require
covered storage to keep
from drying out.
To open, push the
latch up and pull the
bin handle forward.
To avoid damaging the
refrigerator, make sure
the bin is closed and
latched before closing
the refrigerator door.
To remove the bin, lift
it up and out of the bin
housing.
To relocate the Quick
Store unit, lift the bin
housing up and out of the
molded supports on the
door, move it to the
desired new location, and
lower it onto the molded
supports on the door. You
do not have to remove the
bin from the housing when
relocating the Quick Store unit.
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2
QUICK S
Pull forward
Push up
Quick Store Bin
Bin Housing
Features vary by model

STORAGE DRAWERS
Fruit & Vegetable Drawers Moist’n Fresh Drawer (on some models)
The storage drawers at the bottom of the fresh food
compartment are designed to provide high humidity
levels required by most vegetables and lower
humidity levels required for most fruits.
When replacing the drawers, always push them all
the way in.
Storage time will depend upon the type of food and its
condition when placed in the drawers.
Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the
drawers should be emptied and the drawers wiped dry.
Cool ’n Fresh Drawer (on some models)
This refrigerated drawer is designed to provide lower
humidity storage for items such as:
• Apples • Nectarines • Raspberries
• Apricots • Oranges • Squash, summer
• Grapes • Peaches • Strawberries
• Mushrooms • Pears • Tangerines
This refrigerated drawer is designed to keep
unwrapped foods fresh by retaining the natural
moisture content of foods such as:
• Artichokes • Cherries • Peas, green
• Asparagus • Corn • Plums
• Beets, topped • Currants • Radishes
• Blueberries • Greens, leafy • Rhubarb
• Carrots • Lettuce • Spinach
• Celery • Parsley • Tomatoes, ripe
As in any refrigerated storage area, it is
recommended that foods with strong odors be
stored wrapped—foods such as:
• Broccoli • Cauliflower • Parsnips
• Brussels sprouts • Green Onions • Turnips
• Cabbage
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Features vary by model

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Storage Drawers
Adjustable Humidity Drawers
(on some models)
These drawers have
individual, adjustable
humidity controls that let
you regulate the amount of
cold air entering the drawers.
Slide the control all the way to the HIGH setting
and the drawer provides high humidity recommended
for most vegetables.
Slide the control all the way to the LOW setting to
provide lower humidity levels recommended for
most fruits.
Snacks Drawer (on some models)
The slide-out Snacks
drawer can be removed
and taken to the sink or
food preparation area.
You may also relocate
it and the shelf to which
it attaches within the
fresh food compartment
to suit your storage needs.
Adjustable Temperature Meat Drawer (on some models)
This drawer is designed to store fresh meats where
they keep best—in the coldest part of the refrigerator.
The “Fresh Meats Zone” is at the top left side of the
refrigerator. You must use one of these 6 slots to keep
the drawer in the coldest zone. This allows air from
the freezer to circulate around the drawer to keep it
very cold.
You can move the drawer to any location if you don’t
want the extra cold storage.
The variable temperature control lever lets you
regulate the amount of cold air surrounding the drawer.
When the lever is set at COLDEST, the damper
over the opening in the drawer is fully open to
provide the coldest storage area.
When the lever is set at COLD, the damper is fully
closed. Normal refrigerator temperatures will be
maintained.
Variable settings between these extremes may be
selected.
When the drawer is placed in the top 6 slots on the
left side and the lever is set at COLDEST, air from the
freezer is forced around the drawer to keep it very cold.
Features vary by model

AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER
(on some models)
Your icemaker will produce eight cubes per
cycle—approximately 100 cubes in a 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and other use
conditions.
If your refrigerator
is operated before
the water connection
is made to the
icemaker, keep the
feeler arm in the
STOP (up) position.
When the refrigerator
has been connected to
the water supply,
move the feeler arm to
the ON (down) position.
The ice maker will fill
with water when it
cools to freezing.
A newly-installed
refrigerator may take
8 to 12 hours to begin making ice cubes.
Throw away the first few batches of ice.
This flushes away impurities in the water line.
Icemaking will continue until the feeler arm senses a
sufficient accumulation of ice cubes in the storage bin
and halts the operation temporarily. For maximum ice
storage, level the stored cubes with your hand
occasionally. Be sure nothing interferes with the
swing of the feeler arm.
The icemaker ejects cubes in groups of eight and it is
normal for several cubes to be joined together.
Move the icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (up)
position when:
•home water supply is to be off for several hours.
•ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time.
•going away on vacation, at which time you should
also turn off the valve in the water supply line to
your refrigerator.
•turning the fresh food control to the OFF position.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will
become cloudy and taste stale. Empty the ice storage
bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water. Be
sure to allow the storage bin to dry before replacing
it—otherwise ice cubes may stick to other parts of
the icemaker.
If this is your first icemaker, you’ll hear occasional
sounds that may be unfamiliar. They are normal
icemaking sounds and are not a cause for concern.
Water Filter Accessory Icemaker Accessory Kit
Your ice cubes can only be as fresh-
tasting as the water that produces them.
That’s why it’s a good idea to purify
your water with a water filter.
REMOVES SEDIMENT
Rigid, porous graded density depth
cellulose fiber cartridge catches dirt,
rust particles, sand and silt.
REMOVES ODORS
Activated charcoal granules
remove musty, stale odors.
IMPROVES TASTE
Activated charcoal granules remove oily,
medicinal, plastic and metallic tastes.
REDUCES SCALE
Special crystals reduce hard
scale deposit formation.
The water filter is an option at extra cost and is
available from your dealer. Specify WR97X0214.
It has complete installation instructions and installs
on 1/4″O.D. copper water line.
If your refrigerator did not come already equipped
with an automatic icemaker, an Icemaker Accessory
Kit is available at extra cost. Check the back of the
refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for
your model.
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Icemaker
Ice
Storage
Bin
Feeler arm in
STOP (up) position
Feeler arm in
ON (down)
position
Features vary by model
A newly-installed refrigerator may take
8 to 12 hours to begin making ice.

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ICE DISPENSER
(on some models)
How the Ice Dispenser Works
When the selector switch is set at ICE CUBES…
(1) The automatic icemaker fills the
(2) ice storage bin.
(3) Pushing on the ice cradle activates the
(4) motor-powered auger which moves the ice
cubes into glass through the
(5) chute.
When the selector switch is moved to CRUSHED
ICE, a flipper directs the cubes through the
(6) crusher and crushed ice falls through the chute.
Spills are caught in the
(7) spill shelf.
CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other
objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.
Features vary by model
Automatic Icemaker Ice Dispenser
1
2
3
7
5
6
4
Before Using Your Icemaker and Dispenser Once Your Icemaker is in Operation
If your refrigerator is operated
before the water connection is
made, remove the ice storage
bin and make sure the icemaker
feeler arm is in the STOP (up)
position.
When the refrigerator has been
connected to the water supply, move
the feeler arm to the ON (down) position.
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to
freezing. A newly-installed refrigerator may take
8 to 12 hours to begin making ice cubes.
When the water supply
has been connected to the
icemaker, remove the ice
storage bin, move the
icemaker feeler arm to the
ON (down) position, and
replace the bin.
To remove the ice storage
bin, lift the front of the bin and
pull the bin straight out while
supporting it at front and rear.
To replace the ice storage bin:
Slide it back on the ice bin shelf.
If the bin does not go all the way
back, remove it and rotate the
drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then
push the bin back again.
(continued next page)
Rotate
Drive
Mechanism
A newly-installed refrigerator may take
8 to 12 hours to begin making ice.

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ICE DISPENSER
(continued)
To Use the Dispenser
Set the selector switch to ICE
CUBES or CRUSHED ICE.
Press the rim of the glass
gently but firmly against the
rubber-cushioned cradle.
To stop dispensing, release
pressure from the cradle and
hold the glass under the
chute to catch the last bits of
ice or droplets of water.
After crushed ice is dispensed,
some water may drip from the chute.
Do not pour water in the
spill shelf because it is
not self-draining. Pour it
in kitchen sink. Any large
amount of water should
be wiped dry right away.
The shelf and its grille
should be cleaned regularly.
Spill shelf
If This is Your First Icemaker If Ice Clumps Form in the Storage Bin
Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you
selected CUBES. This happens occasionally when a
few cubes accidentally get directed to the crusher.
Sometimes a mound of snow will form on the door in
the ice chute. This condition is normal and usually
occurs when you have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly. The snow will eventually evaporate.
Sometimes crushed ice will spray beyond the glass.
To avoid this, hold the glass up close to the chute.
When ice is not used frequently ice clumps may
form in the storage bin, which may jam the motor-
powered auger which moves the ice through the
chute. If this happens:
•remove the storage bin from the freezer
compartment
•break up ice clumps with fingertip pressure and
discard remaining clumps
•replace the bin before remaining cubes melt and
fuse together
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
• Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of narrow
or extra-tall glasses. Backed-up ice can jam the
chute or cause the door in the chute to freeze shut.
Periodically open the freezer compartment door and
look down into the chute. If ice is blocking the
chute, poke it through with a wooden spoon.
• To help keep bits of ice from being sprayed
beyond the glass, place glass close to ice chute—
but not so close that it blocks outcoming ice.
• Ice should not be dispensed into thin glasses, fine
china or delicate crystal—they can crack or chip
from the combined pressure of your hand pressing
them against the cradle and ice dropping into them.
• Add ice before filling the glass with a beverage.
This will prevent splashing, which is annoying and
which, if the splash reaches the ice selector switch,
could cause it to stick or bind.
• Beverages and foods should not be quick-chilled
in the ice storage bin. Cans, bottles or food
packages in the storage bin may cause the icemaker
or auger to jam.
• Do not add ice from trays or bags to the storage
bin. It may not crush or dispense well.
Features vary by model

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CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning—Outside
The ice dispenser spill shelf (on some models)
should be wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting
if excessive spills occur. Water left on the shelf may
leave deposits that you can remove by soaking with
undiluted vinegar. You can also use a paste of non-
precipitating water softener (such as Calgon brand)
and water, or 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of citric acid powder
per pint (500 ml) of hot tap water. Soak until the
deposit disappears or becomes loose enough to rinse
away. Usually 30 minutes soaking time is adequate.
Avoid using wax on the spill shelf and trim.
The door handles and trim (on some models) can be
cleaned with a cloth dampened with a solution of mild
liquid dishwashing detergent and water. Dry with a
soft cloth. Don’t use wax on the door handles and trim.
The soft door handles (on some models) are easy to
keep clean if they are waxed every few months. Use a
household wax such as Pledge brand or Jubilee brand
to coat the handles. Soil will then easily wash off with
a dish detergent and water or a non-abrasive all-
purpose cleaner.
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly
dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid
dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a clean,
soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled
dishwashing cloth or wet towel. These may leave a
residue that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring
pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can scratch
and weaken the paint finish.
Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of
the refrigerator is a high quality, baked-on paint
finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and
rust-free for years. Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance
wax when the refrigerator is new and then at least
twice a year.
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner is available from
Service and Parts Centers.
Ice Dispenser Care and Cleaning
Cleaning—Inside
Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments
should be cleaned at least once a year. Unplug the
refrigerator before cleaning. If this is not practical, wring
excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning
around switches, lights or controls. Apply an appliance
wax polish to the inside surface between the doors.
Use warm water and baking soda solution—about a
tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 L) of
water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse
thoroughly with water and wipe dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator—including door
gaskets, meat and vegetable drawers, ice storage bin
and all plastic parts—can be cleaned the same way.
After cleaning door gaskets, apply a thin layer of
petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side.
This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending
out of shape. Do not use cleansing powders or other
abrasive cleaners.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some models)
with hot water because the extreme temperature
difference may cause them to break.
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking
soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf.
Change the box every 3 months. An open box of baking
soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors.
Quick Serve dishes and lids can be cleaned in an
automatic dishwasher or by hand with liquid
dishwashing detergent and water. You can remove
stains by soaking them in a bleach and water
solution—1 part chlorine bleach to 3 parts water.
(Stubborn stains may require soaking.) Use a plastic
scouring pad to remove burned-on soil. Do not use
cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners.
(continued next page)
Do not wash any plastic parts from your
refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher.

CARE AND CLEANING
(continued)
Under Refrigerator Behind Refrigerator
For most efficient
operation, you need to
keep the area under the
refrigerator clean.
Remove the base grille
and either sweep away or
vacuum up dust that is
readily accessible. For best
results, use a brush specially
designed for this purpose. It is
available at most appliance parts stores. This easy
cleaning operation should be done at least once a year.
Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator
away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can
be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and
those with embossed surfaces. Pull the refrigerator
straight out and return it to position by pushing it
straight in. Moving your refrigerator in a side
direction may result in damage to your floor covering
or refrigerator.
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you
don’t roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line
(on some models).
Clean the condenser coils
at least once a year.
Storage Drawer and Drawer Cover Removal
Drawers at the bottom of the fresh food compartment
will stop before coming all the way out of the
refrigerator, to help prevent contents from spilling
onto the floor. These drawers can be removed easily
by lifting the sides up slightly while pulling the
drawers past the ‘‘stop’’ location.
To remove the drawers and their covers when the
fresh food compartment door cannot be opened fully,
follow the procedure that applies to your model.
Two Drawers (on some models)
1. Remove the drawer
farthest from the door.
2. Remove the other
drawer.
On models with a
bottom door shelf that
blocks the other drawer,
slide the other drawer
toward the middle and
remove it.
3. Remove the glass
cover. Reach in, push
the front of the glass
cover up and, at the
same time, pull it
forward as far as it
will come. Tilt it and
take it out.
4. Remove the drawer
frame. (Always
remove the glass
cover before you take
out the drawer frame.)
Lift the frame off
the supports at each
side and back, pull
it forward, tilt it and
take it out.
To replace:
1. Lower the frame
until it rests on the
supports at each side
and back.
2. Replace the drawers.
If you removed the
drawer slide, replace it
with the sloped end at
the front.
a. Slide one side of the
drawer onto the drawer slide.
b. Move the slide and drawer all the way to the
hinge side until the other side of the drawer rests
on the frame.
c. Slide the other drawer into place.
3. Replace the glass cover, pushing its rear edge
firmly into the rear frame channel and gently
lowering the front into place.
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Frame
Drawer Slide
(sloped end)

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Full-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover
(on some models)
To remove the drawer,
lift the front up slightly
and pull the drawer
straight out.
To remove the cover,
lift it off its supports,
pull it forward and up,
tilt it and take it out.
Half-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover
(on some models)
To remove the
drawers, lift the
front up slightly
and pull the drawer
straight out.
Light Bulb Replacement
A light bulb and socket are located at the top of the
fresh food compartment opposite the temperature
control panel.
Some models also have a bulb and socket in the upper
left corner of the freezer compartment behind a
flexible light shield.
To replace either bulb, unplug the refrigerator from its
electrical outlet, remove light shield, unscrew the bulb
when cool, and replace it with a similar size bulb. (continued next page)
Care and Cleaning

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CARE AND CLEANING
(continued)
Preparing for Vacation Preparing to Move
For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and
leave controls at regular settings. However, if room
temperature is expected to drop below 60°F. (16°C.),
follow the same instructions as for extended vacations.
For long vacations or absences, remove food and
shut off the power to the refrigerator. Move the fresh
food control to the “OFF” position, and clean the
interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 L) of water.
Wipe dry. To prevent odors, leave an open box of
baking soda in the refrigerator. Leave doors open.
Move icemaker feeler arm to STOP (up) position and
be sure to shut off water supply to the refrigerator.
Disconnect power cord from wall outlet, remove all
food, and clean and dry the interior.
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and
storage pans by taping them securely in place to
prevent damage.
Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position during
actual moving and in van. Refrigerator must be
secured in van to prevent movement. Protect outside
of refrigerator with blanket.
Water Supply to Icemaker (on some models)
If your refrigerator has an icemaker, or if you plan to add an icemaker
later, the icemaker will have to be connected to a cold water line.
A water supply kit containing copper tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and
instructions is available at extra cost from your dealer or GE Service and
Parts Centers. There should be sufficient tubing from the cold water supply
to the icemaker inlet to allow moving the refrigerator out from the wall
several feet (approximately 8 feet [244 cm] of 1/4″copper tubing in three
10″[25 cm] diameter coils).

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REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go below 60°F. (16°C.) because it
will not run often enough to maintain proper
temperatures.
Do install it on a floor strong enough to support
it fully loaded.
To keep energy costs down, avoid locating the
refrigerator next to the range or a heating vent.
ROLLERS
(on some models)
The rollers have 3 purposes:
1. Rollers can be adjusted so the door closes easily
when opened about halfway. (Raise the front about
3/4″[19 mm] from the floor.)
2. Rollers should be adjusted so the refrigerator is
firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble.
3. Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator away
from the wall for cleaning.
To adjust the rollers:
1. Remove the base
grille by grasping the
bottom of the grille
and pulling it out.
2. Turn the two front roller
adjusting screws clockwise
to raise the refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.
3. To replace the base
grille, line up the
clips on the back of
the grille with the
openings in the base
plate and push the
grille forward until
it snaps into place.
CLEARANCES
Allow the following clearances for ease of
installation, proper air circulation and plumbing
and electrical connections:
Sides ....................................................3/4″(19 mm)
Top ..........................................................1″ (25 mm)
Back........................................................1″ (25 mm)
If Model 19, 22, or 25 is to be installed against a wall
on the hinge side, allow 11⁄2″(44 mm) for door
clearance.
Care and Cleaning Refrigerator Location Clearances Rollers

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT…Please Read Carefully
How to Connect Electricity
For personal
safety, this
appliance must be
properly grounded.
The power cord of
this appliance is
equipped with a 3-
prong (grounding)
plug which mates
with a standard 3-
prong (grounding)
wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong
wall outlet.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND)
PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.
Use of Adapter Plug
Because of
potential safety
hazards under
certain conditions,
we strongly
recommend
against use of an
adapter plug.
However, if you
still elect to use
an adapter, where
local codes
permit, a
TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a
properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use of a UL
listed adapter available at most local hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the
larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity
in the connection of the power cord.
Use of an adapter plug will increase the clearance
needed for the back of the refrigerator.
CAUTION: Attaching the adapter ground terminal
to a wall outlet cover screw does not ground the
appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not
insulated, and the wall outlet is grounded through the
house wiring. You should have the circuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the
adapter, always hold the adapter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the other
hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal
is very likely to break with repeated use.
Should the adapter ground terminal break, DO
NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has
again been established.
Electrical Requirements Use of Extension Cords
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
fire hazard from overheated wires.
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of
an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an
extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a
UL-listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension
cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that
the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes
(minimum) and 120 volts.
Preferred method
Insure proper
grounding exists
before using.
Temporary Method
(Adapter plugs not
permitted in Canada.)
Align large prongs/slots.
Insure proper grounding and firm
connection exists before use.