GE Bottom-Freezer Built-In Refrigerator User manual

Owner’s
Manual
Bottom-Freezer
Built-In Refrigerators

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Introduction
Your new Monogram refrigerator makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitc en
planning flexibility. W et er you c ose it for its purity of design, practical storage arrangements
or assiduous attention to detail—or for all of t ese reasons—you’ll find t at your Monogram
refrigerator’s superior blend of form and function will delig t you for years to come.
T e Monogram refrigerator was designed to provide t e flexibility to blend in wit your kitc en
cabinetry. Decorative door insert panels allow it to matc your kitc en cabinets or blend wit your
kitc en decor.
Since t e Monogram refrigerator is a built-in product, custom panels are required on t e front of t e
Monogram refrigerator. Consult your kitc en designer or cabinetmaker for your customized look.
T e information on t e following pages will elp you operate and maintain your refrigerator properly.
If you ave any ot er questions, visit our Website at: monogram.com
Contents
Consumer Services
Important P one Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Model and Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Performance Data S eet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 16
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7
State of California
Water Treatment Device Certificate . . . . . . . . . . .18
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning—Outside and Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Lig t Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Master Lig t Switc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Vacation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Sabbat Mode Product Kit, ZSAB1 . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
S elves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Storage Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Water Filter Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Before
using
your
refrigerator
Read t is manual carefully. It is intended to
elp you operate and maintain your new
refrigerator properly.
Keep it andy for answers to your questions.
If you don’t understand somet ing or need
more elp, t ere is a list of toll-free consumer
service numbers included in t e back section
of t is manual.
OR
Visit our Website at: monogram.com
Consumer Information
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

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Write
down the
model &
serial
numbers
You’ll see t em on a label inside t e fres food
compartment under t e storage drawers on t e
rig t side.
T ese numbers are also on t e Consumer
Product Owners ip Registration Card included
wit t is manual.
Before sending in this card, please write these
numbers here
Model Number
Serial Number
Use t ese numbers in any correspondence or
service calls concerning your refrigerator.
If you
received a
damaged
refrigerator
Immediately contact t e dealer (or builder) t at
sold you t e refrigerator.
Save time
& money
Before you request service, check the Problem
Solver in the back of this manual.
It lists causes of minor operating problems t at
you can correct yourself.
If you need
service
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services
page in the back of this manual.
We’re proud of our service and want you to be
pleased. If for some reason you are not appy
wit t e service you receive, ere are steps to
follow for furt er elp.
For customers in the USA:
FIRST, contact t e people w o serviced your
appliance. Explain w y you are not pleased.
In most cases, t is will solve t e problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all t e
details—including your p one number—to:
Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
For customers in Canada:
FIRST, contact t e people w o serviced your
appliance. Explain w y you are not pleased.
In most cases, t is will solve t e problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all t e
details—including your p one number to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
Mabe Canada Inc.
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3
Consumer Information
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

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RE D ND S VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
wWARNING W en using
t is appliance, always exercise basic safety
precautions, including t e following:
• Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in t is Owner’s Manual.
• This refrigerator must be properly
installed in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
• Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the refrigerator. T ey could
damage t e refrigerator and seriously injure
t emselves.
• Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin may ad ere to t ese extremely cold
surfaces.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
• In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact wit moving parts of t e ejector
mec anism, or wit t e eating element
located on t e bottom of t e icemaker. Do not
place fingers or ands on t e automatic
icemaking mec anism w ile t e refrigerator
is plugged in.
• Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas
clearances between t e doors and between
t e doors and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careful closing doors w en c ildren are
in t e area.
• Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning
and making repairs.
NOTE We strongly recommend t at any
servicing be performed by a qualified
individual.
• Before replacing a burned-out light bulb,
set t e Master Lig t switc in t e OFF position
to turn off t e lig ts in order to avoid contact
wit a live wire filament. (A burned-out lig t
bulb may break w en being replaced.)
NOTE Setting t e refrigerator temperature
controls to OFF does not remove power to t e
lig t circuit.
• Do not refreeze frozen foods which have
thawed completely.
wDANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTR PMENT
C ild entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of t e past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators are still dangerous…even if t ey
will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting
rid of your old refrigerator, please follow t e
instructions below to elp prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer
•Take off t e doors.
•Leave t e s elves in place so t at c ildren
may not easily climb inside.
REFRIGER NTS
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,
w ic under federal law must be removed prior
to product disposal. If you are getting rid of
an old refrigeration product, c eck wit t e
company andling t e disposal about w at
to do.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS
wAVERTISSEMENT Lorsque
vous utilisez le réfrigérateur, observez toujours
certaines précautions de base, notamment :
• N’utilisez le réfrigérateur que pour son usage
prévu, comme décrit dans le présent manuel.
• Installez le réfrigérateur conformément aux
directives d’installation avant de l’utiliser.
• Ne laissez pas les enfants grimper, s’asseoir,
se tenir debout ni se pendre aux clayettes
du réfrigérateur. Ils pourraient endommager
le réfrigérateur et se blesser gravement.
• Une fois le réfrigérateur en marche, ne
touchez pas les surfaces froides du
congélateur, surtout si vous avez les mains
humides ou mouillées la peau risque
d’ad érer à ces surfaces très froides.
• N’entreposez et n’utilisez pas d’essence ou
autres vapeurs et liquides inflammables à
proximité de cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil électroménager.
• Pour les réfrigérateurs dotés d’une machine
à glaçons automatique, évitez le contact avec
les pièces mobiles du mécanisme éjecteur,
ou avec l’élément c auffant situé à la partie
inférieure de la mac ine à glaçons. Ne posez
pas les doigts ou les mains sur le mécanisme
de la mac ine à glaçons pendant que
le réfrigérateur est branc é.
• Éloignez les doigts des parties du
réfrigérateur où l’on peut facilement se
pincer les espaces entre les portes et entre
les portes et les placards sont toujours étroits.
Soyez prudent lorsque vous fermez les portes
de l’appareil en présence des enfants.
• Débranchez votre réfrigérateur avant
de le nettoyer et de le réparer.
REMARQUE Nous vous recommandons
vivement de confier toute réparation à
un tec nicien qualifié.
• Avant de remplacer une ampoule grillée,
mettez le commutateur de lumière principale
en position OFF (arrêt) pour éteindre la lumière
afin d’éviter tout contact avec un fil sous
tension. (Une ampoule grillée peut se briser
pendant l’opération).
REMARQUE Lorsque vous placez les
commandes de température du réfrigérateur
sur OFF (arrêt), l’alimentation électrique
de l’ampoule n’est pas coupée.
• Ne faites PAS recongeler des aliments
surgelés qui ont complètement dégelé.
wDANGER : RISQUES POUR LES ENF NTS
Les enfants pris au piège ou morts d’asp yxie
sont toujours d’actualité. Les appareils de
réfrigération abandonés sont toujours aussi
dangereux, même si on n’attend que “quelque
jours” pour s’en débarasser. Si vous ne gardez
pas votre ancien appareil, veuillez suivre les
directives ci-dessous afin de prévenir les
accidents.
Avant de vous débarrasser de votre vieux
appareil de réfrigération
•Démontez les portes.
•Laissez les clayettes en place afin d’empêc er
les enfants de grimper à l’intérieur.
RÉFRIGÉR NTS
Tous les appareils de réfrigération contiennent
des réfrigérants qui, conformément aux lois
fédérales, doivent être enlevés avant toute
élimination de l’appareil. Si vous vous
débarrassez de vieux appareils de réfrigération,
vérifiez, auprès de la société qui s’occupe de leur
élimination, ce que vous devez faire.
INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES DE SÉCURITÉ

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HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
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.
T e power cord of t is appliance is equipped
wit a 3-prong (grounding) plug w ic mates
wit a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet
to minimize t e possibility of electric s ock
azard from t is appliance.
Have t e wall outlet and circuit c ecked by
a qualified electrician to make sure t e outlet
is properly grounded.
W ere a standard 2-prong wall outlet is
encountered, it is your personal responsibility
and obligation to ave it replaced wit a
properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Use of a GFI (Ground Fault Interruptor) is not
recommended for t e refrigerator outlet.
T e refrigerator s ould always be plugged into
its own individual electrical outlet w ic as a
voltage rating t at matc es t e rating plate.
T is provides t e best performance and also
prevents overloading ouse wiring circuits w ic
could cause a fire azard from over eated wires.
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT
THE REFRIGERATOR TO A 2-PRONG OUTLET.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD
WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on
t e power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull
straig t out from t e outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords
t at ave become frayed or ot erwise
damaged. Do not use a cord t at s ows cracks
or abrasion damage along its lengt or at
eit er end.
W en moving t e refrigerator away from t e
wall, be careful not to roll over or damage t e
power cord.
Refer to t e Installation Instructions for
particular electrical system specifications
for t is refrigerator.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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R CCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE
Ne coupez ni retirez en aucun cas la troisième
broche (mise à la terre) de la fiche du cordon
d’alimentation. Pour votre sécurité, cet
appareil doit être correctement mis à la terre.
Le cordon d’alimentation de cet appareil est
muni d’une fic e à 3 broc es (mise à la terre)
qui se branc e dans une prise mural ordinaire
à 3 alvéoles (mise à la terre) pour réduire au
minimum les risques du c ocs électriques.
Faites examiner la prise de courant et le circuit
par un électricien qualifié pour vous assurer que
la prise est correctement mise à la terre.
Si la prise murale est du type standard à
2 alvéoles, il vous incombe de la faire remplacer
par une prise à 3 alvéoles correctement mise
à la terre.
L’utilisation d’un interrupteur de défaut à la
terre (GFI—Ground Fault Interruptor) n’est pas
recommandé pour la prise de courant du
réfrigérateur.
Le réfrigérateur doit toujours être branc é
dans sa propre prise de courant, dont la tension
nominale est identique à celle indiquée sur
la plaque signalétique.
Cette précaution est recommandée pour
garantir un rendement optimum et éviter
une surc arge des circuits électriques de la
résidence, ce qui pourrait créer un risque
d’incendie par sursc auffe des fils.
N’UTILISEZ PAS UNE FICHE D’ADAPTATION
POUR RACCORDER LE RÉFRIGÉRATEUR DANS
UNE PRISE MURALE À 2 ALVÉOLES.
N’UTILISEZ PAS DE CORDONS PROLONGATEURS
AVEC CET APPAREIL.
Ne débranc ez jamais l’appareil en tirant le
cordon d’alimentation. Saisissez fermement
la fic e du cordon et tirez droit pour la retirer
de la prise.
Réparez ou remplacez immédiatement tout
cordon effiloc é ou endommagé. N’utilisez
pas un cordon fendillé ou présentant des signes
d’usure.
Lorsque vous déplacez l’appareil du mur, faites
attention de ne pas la faire rouler sur le cordon
d’alimentation afin de ne pas l’endommager.
Voyez les Instructions d’Installation pour
les spécifications particuliers du système
d’éléctrique de cet appareil.
CONSERVEZ CES
DIRECTIVES
INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES DE SÉCURITÉ

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Temperature
controls
The temperature display shows the actual
temperature of the freezer and fresh food
compartments. T e actual temperature will
vary from t e set temperature based on factors
suc as frequency of door opening, amount of
food, defrost cycling and room temperature.
NOTE: Frequent door openings or door left open
for periods of time may increase t e internal
temperature of t e freezer and fres food
compartments temporarily.
To turn off the cooling system in bot t e
freezer and fres food compartments, press
eit er + pad until bot displays s ow OFF.
To turn the cooling system on, press eit er
– pad. T e preset temperatures of 0°F and 37°F
will appear in t e display.
To check the current temperature setting for
the fresh food or freezer compartment, press
t e + or – pad once. After 5 seconds, t e display
will return to t e actual temperature.
To change the temperature settings, press
t e + or – pads to desired temperature set point
for fres food and freezer separately. Allow
24 ours for t e refrigerator to reac t e
temperature you ave set.
Temperature Ranges
Low High
Fresh Food
Freezer
NOTE: Setting t e controls to OFF stops cooling,
but does not s ut off electrical power to t e
refrigerator.
Changing
display
temperatures
from °F to °C
To c ange t e temperature display between
Fa ren eit and Celsius, press t e Temp
Display °C/°F.
Door
alarm
To turn the Door Alarm feature on, press
t e pad once. T e ACTIVE lig t will come on.
To turn it off, press t e pad again.
W en t e DOOR ALARM
is active, t e alarm will flas
and beep if you keep t e
door open for more t an
2 minutes.
Preset Settings
Allow 24 ours to reac t ese preset temperatures.
34°F
1°C
–6°F
–21°C
45°F
7°C
+6°F
–14°C
Operating Instructions
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

To Reset the Filter Status Light
Press and old t e RESET pad for 3 seconds.
Filter Bypass Plug
You must use t e filter bypass plug:
a) if you ave a ouse old reverse osmosis water
system and/or anot er form of ome water
filtration system
b) if a replacement filter is not available.
T e icemaker will not operate wit out t e filter
or filter bypass plug installed.
Replacement filters
To order additional filter cartridges in the
United States, visit our Website at ge.com,
or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
MWF
Suggested Retail $38.95–47.95
Customers in Canada s ould consult t e yellow
pages for t e nearest Mabe Service Center.
Water
filter
cartridge
T e water filter cartridge is located be ind t e
grille panel at t e top of t e refrigerator. Lift up
t e panel to access t e cartridge.
When to Replace the Filter
T e filter cartridge is designed
to filter 300 gallons of water
(lasting approximately 12 mont s).
It s ould be replaced w en t e status
lig t turns red or if you notice t e
ice cubes getting ollow or small.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
1Raise t e grille panel at t e top of t e
refrigerator.
2Remove t e old cartridge by slowly turning
it to t e left. A small amount of water may drip
down. Do not pull down on t e cartridge.
3Fill t e new cartridge wit water from t e
tap to allow for better flow immediately after
installation.
4Line up t e arrow on t e cartridge wit t e
center of t e older. Do not pus it up into
t e older.
5Slowly turn it to t e rig t until t e cartridge stops.
It will rotate about 1/4 turn. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.
Cartridge
Holder
Slowly turn it to
t e rig t. Do not
overtig ten.
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Water Filter
Cartridge
Filter
Bypass
Plug
Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

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utomatic
icemaker
A newly-installed refrigerator may take
12–24 hours to begin making ice.
T e icemaker will produce seven cubes per
cycle—approximately 15 cycles in a 24- our
period.
If t e refrigerator is operated before t e water
connection is made to t e icemaker, set t e power
switc to O (off).
W en t e refrigerator as been connected to
t e water supply, set t e power switc to
I (on).
T row away t e first full bucket of ice to allow
t e water line to clear.
Be sure not ing interferes wit t e sweep of
t e feeler arm.
W en t e bin fills to t e level of t e feeler arm, t e
icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be joined toget er.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will
become cloudy, taste stale and s rink.
If ice cubes get stuck in t e icemaker, set t e power
switc to O (off) and remove t e cubes. Set t e
power switc to
I (on) to restart t e icemaker.
After t e icemaker as been turned on again, t ere
will be a delay of about 45 minutes before t e
icemaker resumes operations.
T e ice bucket is conveniently located in t e upper
freezer basket. Occasionally ice cubes may spill
out of t e bucket. S ould t e ice cubes fall to t e
bottom of t e freezer, t ey are of no concern; t ey
will sublimate away armlessly.
NOTE In omes wit low water pressure, you may
ear t e icemaker water valve cycle on several
times w en making one batc of ice.
Sabbath
Mode
Product Kit
(available at
extra cost)
T e Sabbat Mode Product Kit was designed for
use on t e Jewis Sabbat and Holidays. T e
Sabbat Mode feature makes it possible for
observant Jews to refrigerate and freezer food
during t e duration of t e oliday.
T e Sabbat Mode feature can be set to override
typical reactions to actions in your refrigerator.
W ile in t e Sabbat Mode, your refrigerator will
still operate normally. However, t e refrigerator
will not respond to your actions.
W ile in t e Sabbat Mode, you may notice
t e fan running w en t e door is opened;
owever, t is is not a result of your actions. T e
fan will operate at random times. T e defrost
eater will continue to defrost t e refrigerator
and freezer and will be activated on a timer. T e
defrost eater will not defrost as a result of door
openings or any consumer actions.
ON/OFF—To activate, raise t e top grille
panel, set t e Sabbat Mode switc to t e
ON position. A green LED lig t will be visible
below t e Sabbat Mode Kit switc . T e green
lig t may not be visible wit t e top grille panel
closed. If you are not sure if t e unit is in
Sabbat Mode, raise t e grille panel and
see if t e green lig t is on.
DISPLAYS, ALARMS and LIGHTS—T e main
temperature control, door alarms and lig ts
will be disabled.
ICEMAKER—T e icemaker will be disabled.
T is Sabbat Mode Product Kit can be purc ased
from your local appliance dealer. T e ZSAB1 Kit
is designed for use wit Monogram Built-In
Refrigerators: 36″, 42″and 48″Side-by-Side
models manufactured after February 2004 and
36″Bottom-Freezer models manufactured after
April 2004. To locate your nearest dealer, visit
our web site monogram.com or call
1.800.626.2000. In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.
Order Kit # ZSAB1.
NOTE T e Sabbat Mode Product Kit must be
installed by a qualified service tec nician.
Automatic Icemaker (on some models) and Sabbat Mode Product Kit
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Icemaker
Feeler Arm
Power Switc

Sealed snack
pans
T e sealed snack pans retain ig umidity
for t e convenient storage of lunc meats and
c eese, ors d’oeuvres, spreads and snacks.
Make sure t e pans are closed completely
to maintain t e correct umidity level.
Pan
removal
To remove a pan, pull it out and lift t e front
up and out of t e wire older. Lift t e back
up and out.
To replace a pan, place t e back of t e pan in
t e wire older, making sure t e indentations at
t e back of t e pan fit into t e back of t e wire
older. T en lower t e front of t e pan into t e
wire older. Press firmly on t e top of t e pan
until it snaps into place.
djustable
humidity
pans
T ese drawers ave individual, adjustable
umidity controls t at let you control t e
amount of cold air entering t e drawers.
Make sure t e drawers are closed completely
to maintain t e correct umidity level.
Slide the control all the way to the High setting
and t e drawer provides higher humidity levels
recommended for most leafy vegetables.
Slide the control all the way to the Low setting
and t e drawer provides lower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits.
Excess water t at may accumulate on t e
bottom of t e drawers s ould be emptied
and t e drawers wiped dry.
Storage Pans
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
• Artic okes
• Asparagus
• Beets, topped
• Blueberries
• Carrots
• Celery
• C erries
• Corn
• Cucumbers
• Currants
• Greens, leafy
• Lettuce
• Parsley
• Peas, green
• Radis es
• R ubarb
• Spinac
• Tomatoes, ripe
• Broccoli
• Brussels sprouts
• Cabbage
• Cauliflower
• Green onions
• Parsnips
• Turnips
High
humidity
storage
Storing unwrapped foods in a ig umidity
environment keeps foods fres by retaining
t e natural moisture content of foods suc as:
As in any refrigerated storage area, it is
recommended t at foods wit strong odors
be stored wrapped—foods suc as:
• Apples
• Apricots
• Grapes
• Mus rooms
• Nectarines
• Oranges
• Papayas
• Peac es
• Pears
• Pomegranates
• Mangoes
• Raspberries
• Squas ,
summer
• Strawberries
• Tangerines
Low
humidity
storage
Lower umidity storage s ould be used for items
suc as:
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T ese pans must be fully closed before
closing t e fres food compartment door.
T ese pans must be fully closed before
closing t e fres food compartment door.

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djustable
shelves in the
fresh food
compartment
Tempered glass s elves in t e fres food
compartment enable you to make efficient
s elf arrangements to fit your family’s food
storage needs.
To remove shelves Tilt s elf up at front,
t en lift it up and out of tracks on rear wall
of refrigerator.
To replace shelves Select desired s elf eig t.
Wit s elf front raised slig tly, engage top lugs
in tracks at rear of cabinet. T en lower front
of s elf until it locks into position.
Removable
wine rack
T e wine rack is designed to old a bottle on its
side and will fit on any s elf.
To relocate the wine rack Pull t e wine rack
straig t out, position its lip over t e rig t edge
of t e s elf you want to suspend it from and
pus it all t e way in.
Door
bins
Some door bins are adjustable and can be
moved up and down to meet your storage needs.
NOTE: T e deeper door bins must be placed
at t e bottom of t e door only.
To remove Lift t e bin up and slide it toward you.
Freezer
drawer
with
basket
Inside t e freezer drawer is a wire slide-out
freezer basket.
T is basket can be pus ed back so items on t e
bottom of t e freezer drawer can be reac ed.
To remove the basket
1Open t e freezer drawer.
2Lift up t e back of t e basket, t en slide t e
basket back until it clears t e front ooks.
Ensure that the freezer drawer is fully closed
after each opening to maintain normal
operating performance.
To remove basket
S elves and Bins
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

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Cleaning
outside
The door handles and trim. Clean wit a clot
dampened wit soapy water. Dry wit a soft clot .
Keep the outside clean. Wipe wit a clean
clot lig tly dampened wit mild liquid dis
detergent. Dry wit a clean, soft clot .
Do not wipe t e refrigerator wit a soiled dis
clot or wet towel. T ese may leave a residue
t at can erode t e paint. Do not use scouring
pads, powdered cleaners, bleac or cleaners
containing bleac because t ese products
can scratc and weaken t e paint finis .
The stainless steel panels and door handles
(on some models) s ould be regularly cleaned
wit a commercially available stainless steel
cleaner suc as Stainless Steel Magic.™
Stainless Steel Magic and t e Monogram
polis ing clot are available to preserve
and protect t e fine finis , t roug
GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002,
or ge.com.
For Stainless Steel Magic, order part number
WX10X15. For Monogram polis ing clot , order
part number WX72X10001.
Do not use appliance wax or polis on t e
stainless steel.
Cleaning
inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box
of baking soda in t e refrigerator and freezer
compartments.
Turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse
box before cleaning. If t is is not practical, wring
excess moisture out of sponge or clot w en
cleaning around switc es, lig ts or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution—
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 liter) of water. T is bot cleans
and neutralizes odors. T oroug ly rinse
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 t e same way. After cleaning t e door
gaskets, apply a t in layer of petroleum jelly
to t e door gaskets at t e inge side. T is elps
keep t e gaskets from sticking and bending
out of s ape.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot
water because the extreme temperature
difference may cause them to break. Handle
glass shelves carefully. Rough handling of
tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts
in the dishwasher.
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Preparing
for
vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food
and s ut off power to t e refrigerator at t e fuse
box or circuit breaker. Clean t e interior wit a
baking soda solution of one tablespoon (15 ml)
of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water.
Leave t e doors open.
For shorter vacations, remove peris able foods
and leave controls at regular settings. However,
if t e room temperature is expected to drop
below 60°F (16°C), follow t e same instructions
as for long vacations.
Set t e icemaker power switc to t e O (off)
position and s ut off t e water supply to
t e refrigerator.
Light bulb
replacement
in the
fresh food
compartment
Important Turning the temperature control to
OFF does not remove power to the light circuit.
T ere are four lig t bulbs in t e top of t e
fres food compartment.
To replace the bulbs
1Set t e Master Lig t switc in t e OFF position
to turn off t e lig ts. See Using the Master
Light switch.
2Remove t e lig t s ield by placing your
fingers in t e openings at t e back of t e
s ield. T en, pull t e s ield toward you
and swing t e back of t e s ield down.
3Replace wit t e same size bulb (40 watt max.).
4Reinstall t e s ield and reset t e Master Lig t
switc to t e ON position.
Replacement 40-watt bulbs can be purc ased
at your local general retail store, t roug
GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002,
or at monogram.com. Order part # 40A15.
Light bulb
replacement
in the freezer
compartment
To replace a bulb
1Set t e Master Lig t switc in t e OFF position
to turn off t e lig ts. See Using the Master
Light switch.
2Remove t e freezer lig t s ield by removing
t e two screws wit a P illips screwdriver.
3Replace wit t e same size bulb (40 watt max.).
4Reinstall t e s ield and reset t e Master Lig t
switc to t e ON position.
Replacement 40-watt bulbs can be purc ased
at your local general retail store, t roug
GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002,
or at monogram.com. Order part # 40A15.
Care and Cleaning
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Using the
Master Light
switch
T is feature turns off t e lig ts in t e fres food
and freezer compartments.
T e switc is located be ind t e grille panel
at t e top of t e refrigerator. Lift up t e panel
to access t e switc .
T e switc is located on t e divider
be ind t e grille panel.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
REFRIGERATOR • May be in defrost cycle w en compressor does not operate for about
DOES NOT OPERATE 30 minutes.
• Temperature control in t e OFF position.
• If interior lig t is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.
• T e fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset
t e breaker.
MOTOR OPERATES • Normal w en refrigerator is first plugged in. Wait 24 ours for t e
FOR LONG PERIODS refrigerator to completely cool down.
OR CYCLES ON AND • T e new variable speed compressor is designed to run for longer
OFF FREQUENTLY periods of time to optimize efficiency and noise. You may notice t e
compressor and/or fan speeds accelerate based upon door openings
and/or increased food loads.
• You may ear t e fans spinning at ig speeds. T is appens w en
t e refrigerator is first plugged in, w en t e doors are opened
frequently or w en a large amount of food is added to t e
refrigerator or freezer compartments. T e fans are elping to
maintain t e correct temperatures.
• Door left open or package olding door open.
• If eit er door is open for over 3 minutes, you may ear t e fans
come on in order to cool t e lig t.
• Hot weat er or frequent door openings. T is is normal.
• Temperature controls set at t e coldest setting. See Temperature Controls.
OPERATING • Refrigerator is so quiet, t at most of t e time you will ear low or no
SOUNDS operating noise.
• Normal fan air flow—one fan blows cold air t roug t e fres food
and freezer compartments—anot er fan cools t e compressor motor.
• T e fans c ange speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and
energy savings.
• T ese NORMAL sounds will also be eard from time to time:
– You may ear a w oos ing or gurgling sound w en t e doors close.
T is is due to pressure equalizing wit in t e refrigerator.
– A water dripping noise may occur during t e defrost cycle as ice
melts from t e evaporator and flows into t e drain pan.
– T e flow of refrigerant t roug t e freezer cooling coils may make
a gurgling noise like boiling water.
– Water dropping on t e defrost eater can cause a sizzling, popping
or buzzing sound during t e defrost cycle.
– You may ear cracking or popping sounds w en t e refrigerator is
first plugged in or during/after t e defrost cycle. T is appens as t e
refrigerator cools to t e correct temperature.
– Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide optimal cooling
and energy savings.
– T e compressor may cause a clicking or c irping sound w en
attempting to restart (t is could take up to 5 minutes).
– T e electronic control board may cause a clicking sound w en
relays activate to control refrigerator components.
– Ice cubes dropping into t e bin and water running in pipes
as icemaker refills.
– T e icemaker water valve will buzz w en t e icemaker fills
wit water.
DOOR NOT CLOSING •Package holding door open.
PROPERLY • C eck t e door gasket; it may be out of position.
• Refrigerator not level. See Installation Instructions.
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Questions?
Use this
problem
solver!
(Modern refrigerators
with more storage
space and a larger
freezer require
more operating time.
They start and stop
often to maintain
even temperatures.)
T e Problem Solver
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

16
Questions?
Use this
problem
solver!
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
VIBRATION OR • Refrigerator may not be properly installed.
RATTLING
(Slight vibration
is normal.)
FRESH FOOD • Temperature controls not set cold enoug . See Temperature Controls.
OR FREEZER • Warm weat er or frequent door openings.
COMPARTMENT • Door left open for long time or freezer door left ajar.
TOO WARM • Package may be olding door open.
FROST OR ICE • Door left open or package olding door open.
CRYSTALS ON • Frequent or long door openings.
FROZEN FOOD • Freezer door left ajar.
(Frost within package
is normal.)
SLOW ICE CUBE • Door may ave been left open or freezer door left ajar.
FREEZING • Temperature of freezer compartment too warm.
ICE CUBES HAVE • Old cubes need to be discarded.
ODOR/TASTE • Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and was ed.
• Unsealed packages in freezer compartment may be transmitting
odor/taste to ice cubes.
• Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every 3 mont s.
• Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning.
• Poor-tasting incoming water. Replace water filter.
AUTOMATIC • Icemaker power switc is in t e O (off) position.
ICEMAKER • Water supply turned off, restricted or not connected. Call your
DOES NOT WORK installer for proper water supply line connection.
• Water filter clogged. Replace t e filter or use t e filter bypass plug.
• Freezer compartment too warm.
• Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to s ut off too
soon. Level cubes in bin.
• Ice cubes stuck in icemaker. Turn off t e icemaker, remove cubes
and turn t e icemaker back on.
MOISTURE FORMS • Not unusual during periods of ig umidity. Wipe surface dry.
ON OUTSIDE OF • Door left open or package olding door open.
REFRIGERATOR • Controlling umidity and temperature in t e kitc en wit air
conditioning will eliminate t is condition.
MOISTURE • In umid weat er, air carries moisture into refrigerator w en doors
COLLECTS INSIDE are opened.
• Controlling umidity and temperature in t e kitc en wit air
conditioning will eliminate t is condition.
REFRIGERATOR • Foods wit strong odors s ould be tig tly covered.
HAS ODOR • C eck for spoiled food.
• Interior needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning.
• Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every 3 mont s.
INTERIOR LIGHT • No power at outlet.
DOES NOT WORK • Lig t bulb needs replacing. See Care and Cleaning.
• Master Lig t switc is in t e OFF position.
SMALL OR • Water filter clogged. Replace t e filter or use t e filter bypass plug.
HOLLOW CUBES •C eck for a connection to a Reverse Osmosis water system.
If an RO is connected, remove t e water filter and install t e
original bypass plug t at came wit t e unit.
T e Problem Solver
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

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Manufactured for: General Electric Company, Louisville, KY 40225
EPA EST. No. 070595-MN-001
Performance Data Sheet
Smart ater Filtration System
M F Cartridge
This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42/53 for reduction of the substances listed below.
The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration
less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 42/53.*
(100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage)
Standard No. 42 Aesthetic Effects
Parameter USEPA Influent Influent Effluent % Reduction Min. Required
MCL Challenge Concentration Average Average Maximum Average Minimum Reduction
C lorine — 2.0 mg/L + 10% 1.96 mg/L 0.06 mg/L 0.11 mg/L 96.77% 94.74% > 50%
T & O — — — — — — — —
Particulate** — ≥ 10,000 particles/mL 6,400,000 #/mL 58,833 #/mL 150,000 #/mL 99.14% 97.97% ≥ 85%
Standard No. 53 Health Effects
Parameter USEPA Influent Influent Effluent % Reduction Min. Required
MCL Challenge Concentration Average Average Maximum Average Minimum Reduction
Turbidity 0.5 NTU 11 + 1 NTU*** 10.5 NTU 0.14 NTU 0.28 NTU 98.54% 97.20% 0.5 NTU
Cysts ≥ 99.95% Reduction Minimum 50,000 L 118,750 #/L < 1 #/L 4 #/L > 99.99% > 99.99% ≥ 99.95%
Asbestos ≥ 99% Reduction 107to 108fibers/L; > 10µm 57 MF/L 0.996 MF/L < 1 MF/L 99.60% 99.39% ≥ 99%
Lead at pH 6.5 0.015 mg/L 0.15 mg/L + 10% 0.1567 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L 99.36% 99.29% 0.010 mg/L
Lead at pH 8.5 0.015 mg/L 0.15 mg/L + 10% 0.1433 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L 99.30% 99.29% 0.010 mg/L
Mercury at pH 6.5 0.002 mg/L 0.006 mg/L + 10% 0.0059 mg/L 0.000350 mg/L 0.0007 mg/L 94.70% 87.50% 0.002 mg/L
Mercury at pH 8.5 0.002 mg/L 0.006 mg/L + 10% 0.0057 mg/L 0.000325 mg/L 0.0006 mg/L 93.20% 89.29% 0.002 mg/L
Alac lor 0.002 mg/L 0.04 mg/L + 10% 0.0367 mg/L 0.00023 mg/L 0.0004 mg/L 99.34% 98.67% 0.002 mg/L
Lindane 0.0002 mg/L 0.002 mg/L + 10% 0.0020 mg/L < 0.00002 mg/L < 0.00002 mg/L 99.00% 98.95% 0.0002 mg/L
2,4-D 0.070 mg/L 0.210 mg/L + 10% 0.2033 mg/L 0.00337 mg/L 0.011000 mg/L 98.32% 94.50% 0.070 mg/L
Toxap ene 0.003 mg/L 0.015 mg/L + 10% 0.0160 mg/L 0.00100 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 93.44% 91.67% 0.003 mg/L
Benzene 0.005 mg/L 0.015 mg/L + 10% 0.0145 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 96.51% 95.83% 0.005 mg/L
Carbofuran 0.040 mg/L 0.080 mg/L + 10% 0.0830 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 98.78% 98.65% 0.04 mg/L
1,4 dic lorobenzene
0.075 mg/L 0.225 mg/L + 10% 0.2283 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 99.78% 99.77% 0.075 mg/L
Atrazine 0.003 mg/L 0.009 mg/L + 10% 0.0087 mg/L < 0.0005 mg/L < 0.0005 mg/L 94.22% 93.33% 0.003 mg/L
* Tested using a flow rate of 0.50 gpm; pressure of 60 psig; pH of 7.5 ± 0.5; temp. of 68° ± 5°F (20° ± 3°C)
** Measurement in Particles/ml. Particles used were 0.5-1 microns
*** NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units
Operating Specifications
Capacity: certified for up to 300 gallons (1135 l); up to six mont s for models wit out a replacement filter indicator lig t;
up to one year for models wit a replacement filter indicator lig t
Pressure requirement: 40–120 psi (2.8–8.2 bar), non-s ock
Temperature: 33–100ºF (0.6–38ºC)
Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)
General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements
Flus new cartridge at full flow for 3 minutes to purge out trapped air.
Replace cartridge w en t e indicator lig t flas es or water flow rate is reduced on non-indicator units.
Special Notices
Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are included wit t e product w en s ipped.
T is drinking water system must be maintained according to manufacturer’s instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges.
Do not use wit water t at is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality wit out adequate disinfection before or
after t e system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water t at may contain filterable cysts.
T e contaminants or ot er substances removed or reduced by t is water treatment system are not necessarily in your water.
C eck for compliance wit t e state and local laws and regulations.
Note t at w ile t e testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary. Systems must
be installed and operated in accordance wit manufacturer’s recommended procedures and guidelines.
NSF
®
System Tested and Certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 & 53 for t e reduction of:
Standard No. 42 Aesthetic Effects
C emical Unit
C lorine Taste and Odor
Mec anical Filtration Unit
Particulate Reduction, Class I
Standard No. 53 Health Effects
C emical Reduction Unit
Alac lor and Atrazine Reduction
Benzene and Carbofuran Reduction
1,4 dic lorobenzene and 2,4-D Reduction
Lead and Lindane Reduction
Mercury and Toxap ene Reduction
Mec anical Filtration Unit
Turbidity Reduction
Cyst and Asbestos Reduction

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State of California
Department of Health Services
Water Treatment Device
Certificate Number
Date Issued: February 2, 2005
Trademark/Model Designation Replacement Elements
169805 -
MWF MWF
Manufacturer: General Electric Company
The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section
116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:
Cysts
Turbidity
Asbestos
Lead
Mercury
Alachlor
Atrazine
Benzene
Carbofuran
Lindane
Mercury
Toxaphene
1,4-dichlorobenzene
2,4-D
Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic/Radiological Contaminants
Organic Contaminants
Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that systems certified for
cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.
300 galRated Service Capacity: 0.5 gpm
Rated Service Flow:
Conditions of Certification:

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ith the purchase of your new Monogram 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–toll-free!
GE Answer
Center
®
In the USA:
800.626.2000
W atever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center®information
service is available to elp. Your call—and your question—will be answered promptly and
courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer Center®service is open 24 ours a day,
Monday t roug Saturday.
OR
Visit our Website at: monogram.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.
In-Home Repair
Service
In the USA:
800.444.1845
In Canada:
1.800.561.3344
A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, sc eduled at a time
t at’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 10:00 p.m. weekdays,
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday). Our factory-trained tec nicians know your
appliance inside and out—so most repairs can be andled in just one visit.
In Canada: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EDST
Service Contracts
In the USA:
800.626.2224
In Canada:
1.800.561.3344
You can ave t e secure feeling t at GE Consumer Service will still be t ere after your
warranty expires. Purc ase a GE contract w ile your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive
a substantial discount. Wit a multiple-year contract, you’re assured of future service at
today’s prices.
Parts and
Accessories
In the USA:
800.626.2002
In Canada:
1.800.561.3344
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can ave parts or accessories sent directly
to t eir ome. T e 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 manual 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.
For Customers
ith Special
Needs…
In the USA:
800.626.2000
GE offers Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and
a broc ure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitc en for persons
wit limited mobility.
Consumers wit impaired earing or speec w o ave access to
a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800.TDD.GEAC
(800.833.4322) to request information or service.
Consumer Services
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

Warranty
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
YOUR MONOGRAM REFRIGERATOR ARRANTY
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original
purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
HAT IS
COVERED
From the Date
of the Original
Purchase
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
For two years from date of original purc ase, we will provide, free of c arge, parts and service labor in your ome
to repair or replace any part of the refrigerator t at fails because of a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
For five years from date of original purc ase, we will provide, free of c arge, parts and service labor
in your ome to repair or replace any part of the sealed refrigerating system (t e compressor, condenser,
evaporator and all connecting tubing) t at fails because of a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL SEVEN-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE SEALED SYSTEM
For t e sixt t roug twelft year from t e date of t e original purc ase, we will provide, free of c arge,
replacement parts for any part of the sealed refrigerating system (t e compressor, condenser, evaporator and
all connecting tubing) t at fails because of a manufacturing defect. You pay for t e service trip to your ome
and for service labor c arges.
LIMITED THIRTY-DAY WARRANTY ON WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE (Water filter, if included)
From t e date of t e original purc ase we will provide, free of c arge, replacement parts for any part of the
water filter cartridge t at fails because of a manufacturing defect. During t is limited t irty-day warranty,
we will also provide, free of c arge, a replacement water filter cartridge.
T is warranty is extended to t e original purc aser and any succeeding owner for products purc ased for
ordinary ome use in t e 48 mainland states, Hawaii, Was ington, D.C. or Canada. If t e product is located in an
area w ere service by a GE Aut orized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip c arge or you
may be required to bring t e product to an Aut orized GE Service location for service. In Alaska t e warranty is
t e same except t at it is LIMITED because you must pay to s ip t e product to t e service s op or for t e
service tec nician’s travel costs to your ome.
All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our aut orized Customer Care®
servicers during normal working ours.
S ould your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, in t e USA call 800.444.1845.
In Canada: 800.561.3344. Please ave your serial number and model number available w en calling for service.
Some states/provinces do not allow t e exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so t e above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. T is warranty gives you specific legal rig ts, and you
may also ave ot er rig ts w ic vary from state to state/province to province. To know w at your legal rig ts
are in your state/province, consult your local or state/provincial consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney
General.
Warrantor in USA General Electric Company,
Louisville, KY 40225
Warrantor in Canada Mabe Canada Inc.
HAT IS NOT
COVERED
• Service trips to your home to teach you how
to use the product.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire,
floods or acts of God.
• Failure of the product if it is used for other than
its intended purpose or used commercially.
• Damage caused after delivery.
• Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
If you have an installation problem, contact
your dealer or installer. You are responsible
for providing adequate electrical, plumbing
and other connecting facilities.
• Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or
water filter cartridge, if included, other than as
noted above.
• Replacement of the water filter cartridge, if
included, due to water pressure that is outside
the specified operating range or due to excessive
sediment in the water supply.
• Loss of food due to spoilage (in the USA only).
• Incidental or consequential damage caused
by possible defects with this appliance.
• Product not accessible to provide required
service.
162D9632P007
49-60423-1
Printed in t e United States
05-07 JR
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED ARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in
this Limited arranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
GE Consumer & Industrial
Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, KY 40225
ge.com