GE Appliances 24 User manual

GEAppliances
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ProfileModels
24 BuiMn Style,
28 and30
Part No. 162D7747PO04 Pub.No. 49-6910

Congratulations!
YouAre Now Part of the GEFamily.
Welcome to the C,Etilmily.
We're proud of our quality
products and we are
c()mrnitted to providing
dependable service. You'll
see it in this eas?_o-use
(hvner's Manual and you'll
hear it in the fl'iendly voices
of our customer service
deparunent.
Best at all, ym'll experience
these vahles each dnle you
use your refl'igerator.
That's important, because
your new refl'igerator will
be part at your timfily tot
many }-ears.And we hope
y)u will be part at ours tot a
long time to come.
We thank you ibr bu}ing
GE. We appreciate your
purchase, and hope y_u
will continue to rely on us
whenever you need quality
appliances tor your home. Important!
Staple sales slip or cancelled
check here.
Proof of the original purchase date
is needed to obtain service under
the warrantg.
Write the model andserial
numbershere.
#
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Youcan find them on alabel on the
wall beside the top drawer or at the
bottom, just inside the fresh food
compartment door.

GE& You,
A ServicePartnership.
Ask any GEappliance owner and they will
tefl you we stand behind our products with
unmatched quality service. However, did
you know that most questions result from
simple problems that you can easily fix
yourself in just a few minutes? This
Owner's Manual can tefl you how.
thisManual
Inside you willlind many
helpful hints on how to use and
maintain your refl'igerator
properly..lust a little preventive
care on your part can saveyou a
great deal o£tirne and money
over the liIe of) our refl'igerator.
ReviewtheSectionon
Troubleshootingtips
You'll lind many answers to
connnon problems here,
flyou review ant chart of
Troubleshooting Tips first, you may
not need to call for service at all.
If YouNeedService
If yotl do need service, yotl can
rebe_,knowing help isonl) a
phone call awW.Alistof toll-fl'ee
_storner service numbers is
included in the back section. Or, in
the #.S.,>)u can alwayscall the C,E
Answer Center <'_at800.626.2000,
94 hours aday, 7daysaweek.
In Canada, call 800-361-3400.
Languages
English .................. 4
Francais ................ 45
Espa#ol ................. 91
Safety Information
Safety Precautions........... 4
How toConnectElectricity .... 6
UseofAdapterPlugs....... 6,2
Useof ExtensionCeres....... 7
Operating Instructions
TemperatureControls ...... 8,9
Features............... 10-14
AutomaticIcemaker......... 15
Iceand WaterDispenser.. 16,!7
CareandCleaning....... 18-22
Installation Instructions
Preparingto
InstafitheRefrigerator ...23-25
TrimKitsand
DecoratorPanels........ 26-31
WaterLineInstallation ...32-37
Troubleshooting77ps
NormalOperatingSounds.... 38
BeforeYou
CarlForSemce ......... 39 42
CustomerService
Warrant_
forCanadianCustomers..... 43
Warran8
forU.S.Customers.......... 44
ServiceTelephone
Numbers .......... BackCover
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMAtiON.
READALLINSTRUCtiONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this Owner's Manual
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SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precaufions
should be followed, including the following:
s_?'This refi'igerator must be
properly installed and
located in accordance with
the hlstallation Instructions
[)eli)re it is used.
':¢Do not allow children to
climb, stand or hang on tile
shelves in tile reti'igerator.
They could damage the
reti"igerator and seriously
injure themselves.
':¢Do not touch the cold
surPaces in tile ti'eezer
comparunent, particularly
when hands are damp or wet.
Skin may stick to these
extremely cold surl_lces.
/Do not store or use gasoline
or ()tiler flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
/hi reti'igerators with
autonlafic icenlakers, avoid
Corltact with tile movintr Darts
of tile ejector mechanism, or
with the heating element that
releases tile (albes. Do not
place fingers or hands on tile
automatic icemaking
mechanism while tile
refl'igerator is plugged in.
Keep fingers out of tile
"pinch point" areas;
clearances between the
doors and between the doors
and cabinet are necessarily
small. Be careflfl closing
doors when children are in
the area.
Unplug the refl'igerator
betore cleaning and making
repairs.
NOTE:Westroeglyrecommeed
thatan}/servicingbeperformed
bya qualifiediedividuaL
Turning tile control to tile
OFFposition does not remove
power to tile light ciroait.
::_:Do not reti'eeze fl'ozen
t0ods which have thawed
completely.

IMPORTANT:
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
the past.Junked or abandoned retiigerators are still
dangerous,..even if'the) will sit for "just a tew days,"
lf}ou are getting rid of}our old retHgerator, please
follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator
or Freezer:
;;::Take ott'ttle doors.
I_eave tile shelves in place so that children ma} not
easily climb inside.
CFCDisposal
Your old reiHgerator has a cooling system that used
CFCs (chlorothlorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm
stratospheric ozone.
lf}ou are throwing away your old reiiigerator, make
sure the CFC reii'igerant is removed for proper disposal
by a qualitied servicer, lt?xm intentionally release this
CFC retHgerant you can be subject to tines and
imprisonment under provisions of the Federal (;lean
Air Act.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMAtiON.
READALLINSTRUCtiONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
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HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Donot, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third
(ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safe_
this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong
(grourlding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong
(grour_dirN) wall outlet to mirdnfize the possibility ot electric
shock hazard fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician
to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
"_,here a standard 2-pron_ wall outlet is encountered, it is _our
personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
The reti'igerator should alwa) s be plugged into its own indMdual
• " o '• " •
electrical outlet wlnch has a voltage rating that matches the rating
plate.
This provides the best perfommnce and also prevents overloading
house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard fl'om
overheated wires.
Never unplug your reii'igerator by pulling on tile power cord.
Ahvays grip __r_luo_firmh• and l)ull straight, out ti'om tile outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that h_ve become
ti'ayed or otheiavise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks
or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.
When moving the refl'igerator away fi'om the wall. be carethl not to
roll over or damage tile power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.
However, ifyou nltlSt use an adapter, where local codes permit, a
temporaryconnectionma} be made to a properl} grounded 2-prong
wall outlet byuse eta UIAisted adapter available at most lolal
hardware stores.

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in
the wall outlet to provide proper polarityin the _onne( dor_ oI the
power cord.
When disconnecting the power cord Fern the adapter, always hold
the adapter in place with one hand while pulling the power cord
plug with the other hand. II this is not done, the adapter gTound
terminal is vet) likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter ground temfinal breaks, O0 NOT USE the reti'igerator
until a proper grourld has been established.
Attaching theadapterground terminal to a wall outlet cover screw does not
ground theappliance unless thecoverscrew ismetal, and not insulated,and the
waft outlet isgrounded throughthe housewiring. Youshould have thecircuit
checkedby a qualified electrician to makesure the outlet isproperly grounded
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an
extension cord.
Ho_vver, iI}xm must use an extension cord, it is absolutely
necessary that it be a UI Aisted, 3-wire grounding type appliance
extension cord having a grourKtirlg t)i)e plug and outlet and that
the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and
120 vohs,
REMEMBER...
Yourcontinued health and safety are important to us.
Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our
GEfamily.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe controlsonthe refrigerator.
Initially set the fresh food and freezer controls at5. If you want colder or
warmer temperatures, adjust the fresh food temperature firsL When
satisfied with that setting, adjust the freezer temperature.
COLD D D [_ [_ [_ [_ COLDEST
I • I FRESH FOOD
1 3 7 9 TEMPERATURE
lFREEZER
TEMPERATURE
COLD D D _ _ [_ _ I:_ COLDEST
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OFF 1 3 7 9 1
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ControlSettings
FreshFoodControl
Tile t_'esh tood (onu'ol nlaintains tile tenlperatures
throughout tile tiesh food con_parunent.
Freezer Control
Tile ti'eezer (olltl'O] lllailltains tile tempei'attll'es
throughout tile ti'eezer comparunent.
Moving tile t_'eezer control to OFFstops cooling in
both areas--t;'esh tood and ti'eezer but does not shut
oit power to tile ret_'igerator.

Automatic Energy Saver System
Youwon'tfindanenergysaverswitchonthisrefrigerator
Warm liquid ti'()m the refi'igerator's conder_ser is autonlaticallx
circulated _-lrotlnd tile ti'()ilt edge of tile t_'eezer cornpartrnent to
help kee I) moisture tram fomling on tile outside of tile reti'igerator
during humid weather.
Mare. refl'i_erators use st)ecial...........electric heaters This ret_'ioerator
needs none. That's why there is no energysaverswitch._there's ilo
need tor it.
How ToTestTemperatures
Use tile milk test tbr tile ti'esh toed compartment. Place a container
at milk on the top shelf and check it a day later. ILlthe milk is to()
warm or too cold, a(!just the temperature controls.
Use the ice cream test tbr the ti'eezer comparunent. ['lace a
container otice crem-n in the center otthe ti'eezer and check it atier
a day. If it's too hard or too soti, a(!just the temperature controls.
Afterchangingthecontrols,allow24hoursfortherefrigeratortoreachthe
temperatureyouhaveset.
FoodStorage
The type of packaging used and tile storage temperatures will altect
how long t_>odwill kee l) in tile reti'igerator.
New t_od storage glddelines are constantl) being developed.
ConsulttheCountyExtensionServiceforthelatestieformatioeonfreezingand
storingfoods.
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Aboutthe refrigeratordoors.
RefrigeratorDoors
The retdgerator doors may feel different thar_ the ()nes
)ou are used to. The special door opening/closing
t_amre makes sure the doors close all the way and are
seodrely sealed.
When opening and closing the door )ou will notice a
stop position. It tile door is opened past dfis stop point,
the door will remain open to allow you to load and
unload tbod more easily. When the door is only partially
open it will automatically close.
The resistance you teel at the stop position will be
reduced as the door is loaded with tood,
Whenthedoorb onlypartiaHy
openit will automaticallyclose.
Beyondthisstopthedoorwill
stayopen.
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Aboutthe shelvesand baskets.
RearrangingtheShelvesandFreezerBaskets
(;lass and wire shelvesare a(!justable.
To Remove
[] UftUPano0ut 1"7liltUp
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ToReplace
top hook_
[] LOwe_tO_
lockinplace _*
Wire slide-out fl'eezer baskets
Call be relocated il-ithe same wa).
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Slide-Out SpillproofSheff(onsomemo_le/s;
The slide-out spillproot shelt allows you to reach items
stored 1)ehind others. The special edges are designed to
help prevent spills fl'om dripping to lower shelves.
Makesureyoupusbtheshelvesall thewaybackinbeforeyou
closethedoor.
__ Quick Space Shelf
,;, _7-- _ " This shell splits in half and slides under itself for storag-e
of tall items on tim shell:below.
Removable Wine Rack
Tile wine rack is designed to hold a bottle on its side.
'_ oood location for the x_inerack s the (trick sr/ace shelf
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Aboutthe refrigeratorbinsand dishes.
Not all features are on all models.
_Bins on the Fresh Food Compartment Door
Divlaer
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A(!justable bins can easily be carried fi'om ret[igerator to
work area.
Toremove:Tiltdze bin up and pull out on dze molded
supports until it conies completely out of the door.
Toreplaoe orrelooate'Select desired shell heMn en a_,e
the bin in the molded supports el the door and slide the
bin in. The bin will hook in place.
The dividerhelr_s l_revent tirmino spilling or sliding of
small items stored on the door shell Place a linger on
either side of the divider near the l['ont and move it back
and lorth to tit your needs.
Toremove fixed Mns, lirst remove the lood in the bins.
Then. g-rasping the bin at each end. push in at the
bottom as you lift and pull out at the top.
il _ ] iI Quick SenteTM System
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 Serve TM dishes tit into a space-saving rack under
the shel£ The rack can be relocated an}where in the
fl'esh tbod compartment.
l)ishes and lids are sate tbr use in microwave ovens,
retiigerators and l_'eezers.
Donotusewhencookinghigh-fatfoods,suchasbacon,andhigh.
sugarfoods,suchascandyandsyrup.Thehightemperaturesofthe
fatandsugarcancausebubb/estoformontheinsideof thedish.
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Aboutthe storagedrawers.
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Drawers
Excess water that l-ll_t},a((umulate in the bottonl ot the
drawers shouM be emptied and the drawers wiped oh).
Adjustable HumidityDrawers
Slide the control all the way to the HIGHsetting to provide high
humidity recommended t0r most vegetables.
Slide the control all the way to the LOWsetting to provide lower
humidity levels recommended t0r most fl'uits.
Coldest
ConvertibleMeat Drawer
Tile convertible meat drawer has its ()wn cold air dt[ct to
allow a stream of coM air il'ofn the fl'eezer cornpartrnent
to tlow around the drawer.
Thevariable temperaturecontrol reglflates the air flow
ti'orn the li'eezer compartment.
Set control lever down to the coMest setting to store
fl'esh meats. If lever is left in [neat position tot a long
period of time, some ti'ost may torm on the inside of the
drawer.
Set control lever up to convert tile drawer to normal
reli'ioerator,_ temperature _lll(l I)r°vide extra ve_,-etableo
storage space. CoM air duct is turned oil. Variable
settings between these extren[es can be selected.
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Aboutstoragedrawer removal
Not all features are on all models.
Drawer Removal
Draw Suides
Wt?aR rep/aci_ [Re orawars, qlaKe
sureyouslide themthroughoom
drawerguideson tt_er__r slae.
I)rm_ ers _an eas lv be removed 3', tiltino-UD SI_hth and
[-mllinc_t)astthe stoplocation.
Removethedoorbinsfromthefreshfooddoorbeforeremoving
thedrawe_
To remove the shelf above tile top drawer, first remove
the top drawer and any tood on the shell:. Then tilt the
shelf up at the ti'ont and liti it up and out of the tracks.
To replace the shelf, raise the shelf trent slightI:, and
place the top hooks in the lowest large track slots. Then
lower the fl'ont ot the shelt until it is level.
To remove the drawers when the fl'esh tood
compartment door cannot be opened fully you need to
roll the reti'igerator torward until the door can be flflly
opened. In some cases this will require moving the
reFigerator to the left as you roll it out.
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Aboutthe automatic icemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 8 to 12hours to begin making ice.
Automatic Icemaker
_r am
n1J_eSTOP
UDI DOSfflOl]
Feelerarm
the ON/downl
[}OSl{J[3rl
The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle-
approximately 120 cubes in a 24-hour period,
depending- on fi'eezer Col-npartnletlt temperauu'e. FOOnl
temperature, number of door openings and other use
conditions.
If the reti'igerator is operated betore tile water
connection is made to tile icemaker, kee I) the teeler arm
in tile STOP (up)position.
When tile retfigerator has 1)een connected to tile water
supply, move the teeler arm to the O/V(down) position.
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to
t_'eezino _ newl>installed reti" gerator may take
8 to 12 hours to begin making ice cubes.
Throw away tile first tew batches of ice to allow tile water
line to clear.
lie sure nothing interteres with tile swing of ttle teeler arm.
Itis normal tor several cubes to bejoined together.
If ice is not used ti'equently, old ice/afi)es will become
cloudy and taste stale.
Water FilterAccessory
The water tiher isan option at extra costand is available
t_'omyour dealer. Specit_,"WR97X0214. Ithas complete
installation insu'uctions and installson 1/4" Od).
copper water line.
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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.
Onsome models
To Use the Dispenser
Press the rim of the glass gently against the dispenser pad.
Set the selector switch to CUBES,CRUSHEDICE(on some
models) or WATER.
The spill shell is not seltklraining. To re(lute water
spotting, the shelf and its grille shouM be cleaned
reg_darl}
ff no water isdispensed when therefrigerator is first installed, there
may beair in the water linesystem. Pressthe dispenserpad for at
/east two minutes to remove trapped air from the water lineand to
fill the water system. Toflushout impurities in the water line, throw
away the first six g/assfu/sof water
A light switch (on some models) turns the night light in
the dispenser on or oil. The light also comes on when
the dispenser pad is pressed. The light in the dispenser
should be replaced with a 7 watt maximum bulb when it
burns otlt.
CAUTION."Never put fingers or anyother
objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.
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Ice StorageBin
Toremove:
[,ift the center to ti'ee the 1)in t['om the shelt and pull the
bin straight out while supporting it at trent and rear.
Toreplace:
Slide the bin ba(k until the tab on the bin lo(ks into the
slot on the shell It the bin does not go all the wa} back,
remove it and rotate the drive nm(hanism l/4 turn.
Then push the bin back again.

ImportantFactsAbout YourDispenser
s_i'Add ice before tilling the glass with a beverage. This will
prevent splashing, which could cause the ice selector switch
to stick or bind.
'_ Do not add ice fl'om traysor bags to the storage bin. It may not
crush or dispense well.
Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use oI nan'ow or extra-tall
_,-lasses Backed-up ice can jam the chute or cause the door in the
chute to fleeze shut. Kice is blocking the chute, poke it through
with awooden spoon.
Beveragesand foods should not be quick-chilled in the ice
storage bin. Cans, bottles or tood packages in the storage bin
maycause the icemaker or auger to jam.
::_:Some (rushed icemay be dispensed even thotgh you selected
CUBES.This happens occasionallywhen a tew _afl)esaccidentally
get directed to the crusher.
£: After crushed iceis dispensed, some water may drip fl'om
the chute.
':_Sometimes a mound ot snowwil110rm on the door in the ice
chute. This condition is normal and usually occurs when you
have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly. The snowwill eventually
evaporate.
'_ Dispensed water is not chilled. For colder water, add crushed ice
or cubes betore dispensing water.
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Pressheret[
remove grille.
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Cleaning the Outside
Thedispenserwell (on somemodels), beneath the grille,
should be wiped (hT. Water left in the well may leave
deposits. Remove the deposits 1)}adding undiluted
vinegar to the well. Soak until the deposits disappear or
beconle loose enough to rinse away.
Thedispenser pad (on some models). (;lean with warm
water and baking soda sohltioll-;-lbotlt a tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to aquart (1 L) ofwater. Rinse
thoroughl} and wipe oh).
HINT:Openthefreezerdoorpartwaytopreventdispensingof ice
or waterwhencleaning.
The soft door handles are easy to keep clean it they are
waxed every tew months. Use a household wax such as
Pledge brand or Jubilee brand to coat the handles. Soil
will then easily wash oil with soapy water or a non-
abrasive all-purpose cleaner.
The long door handles and trim (on models with a trim kit).
(;lean with a cloth dampened with soapy water. D_)-with
a soil cloth.
Keep theoutsideclean.Wipe with a clean cloth lightly
dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid
dish detergent. [)_Tand polish with a clean, sott cloth.
Do not wipe therefrigerator with a soiled dishcloth or wet towel,
Thesemay leave aresidue that canerode thepaint. Donot use
scouringpads, powdered cleaners,bleach or cleaners containing
bleach because theseproductscan scratch and weaken thepaint
finish.
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DoorMagnets
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelppreventodors,leave an open 1)o×ot baking soda
in the fl'esh tbo(t and fi'eezer comparunents.
Unplugtherefrigerator beforecleaning.Ifthis is not
pra(tical, wi'il-lg ex(ess l-noisttlre ()lit ot spOl-lge or cloth
when cleaning around switdms, lights or controls.
Use wam_ water and baking soda solution-about a
tal)lespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 1_)of
water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse
and wipe dU.
I)oor lnagnets can be cleaned the same way.
After (leaning the door gaskets, appl_, a thin la}er of
petroleum jell_, to the door gaskets at the hinge side.
This helps keel) the gaskets from sticking and bending
out of shape.
Avoidcleaningcoldglassshelves(onsomemodels)withhot water
becausetheextremetemperaturedifferencemaycausethemto
break.HandleglassshelvescarefullyBumpingtemperedglasscan
causeit toshatter
Donot washanyplasticrefrigeratorpartsinthedishwasher
except QuickServedishesandlids.
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be....careflfl when rnovir N, the retiigerator, away,•tmrn the wall. All
types ot floor c()verings can be damaged, particularl_ cushioned
coveriugs and those with eulbossed Sl.lYt_tces.
I'ull the refl'igerator straight out and return it to position by
pushing it straight in. Moving the r in? r " "e "ge ator lit a s_cte direction
ma) result in damage to the floor covering or refl'igerator.
Whenpushing therefrigerator back,make sureyou don't roll over thepower cord
or icemaker supplyline.
Cleafi the condenser coils at least
oece a yeaE
UndertheRefrigerator
For most etlicient operation, keep the area under the
reti'igerator clean. Remove the base grille and sweep
away OF vaO.lllUt lip dust.
For best resuhs, use a brush specially designed lot this
purpose. It is available at most appliance parts stores.
Toremovethebasegrille,open both doors, grasp the
bottom of the grille and pull it out.
Toreplace the base grille, line up the clips on the back
ot the crille with the openino-s in the 1)aseplate and push
the grille ti)rward until it snaps into place.
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