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Safety Instructions ............... 2-3
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker ............... ] ]
Care and Cleaning .............. ] 3, ] 4
Crispers and Pans ................. ] 0
ExpressChill _'_ ..................... 5
Ice and V(ater Dispenser ......... 12, 13
Reflig>rator Doors ................. 9
Replacing the i Jgh t Bulbs ........... 15
Shelves and Bins ................. 7, 8
Temperauue Controls ............... 4
TurboCool _'' . ...................... 4
_'ater Filter . ...................... 6
Installation Instructions
Installing the Refligerator . ....... 21-24
Moving the Refligeramr . ........ 17-20
Preparing to Install
the Refligeramr . .................. 16
V(ater Line Installation .......... 25-27
Troubleshooting Tips ........... 28-31
Normal Operating Sounds .......... 28
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ......... Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ............ 32
Product Registration (U.S.) ....... 33, 34
Product Registration (Canadian) . . .35, 36
State of Calitbrnia ¼'amr
Treatment Device Certificate ......... 37
X_'arianty (Canadian) ............... 38
V(arranty (U.S.) ..................
Models22,23,25and27
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Refrigeradores
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Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbe_ on a label inside
the refl'igerator compartment at the
top on the IJght side. 200DSO74P016 49-60491 12-06JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
i)::This refi'igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with tile Installation
Instructions before it is used.
i)::Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in the reti-igerato_: They could
damage the refrigerator and seriously iqjure
themselves.
::_ Do not touch tile cold sui-lilces in tile fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may stick to these extremely cold surlhces,
}_'<Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\_q)o_ and liquids in tile \'icini_i of this or any
other appliance.
i)_:In refl'igerato_ with automatic icemake_,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with tile heating element
locamd on tile bottom of tile icemake_: Do
not place tinge_ or hands on tile automatic
icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator
is plugged in.
i)::Kee I) finge_ ()/It of tile "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_ and between
the doo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be caretul closing doo_ when children are
in the area.
i)::Uni)lug tile refrigerator befiwe cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE."We stronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbe
performedby aqualified individual
i)::Do not refi'eeze ti'ozen foods which have
thawed completel>
NOTE: rurnlhg the refwerator off wa the controls on
the touchpanel doesnot shut off electricalpower to the
refrigerator
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DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrapn_ent and suffocation are not i)rol)lems Refrigerants
of the past.Junked or abandoned reti_igerato_ are
still dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a few _M1refl_igeration products contain refl'igerants,
days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator; which trader federal law must be removed prior
please follow the instructions below to help prevent to product disposal. If wm are getting rid of an
accidents, old refrigeration product, check with the
comi)am, handling, the disposal about what
Before YouThrowAway YourOld Refrigerator t,, d,,.
or F eezer:
iJi::Tate off tll e doox_.
}NI,( e,e the ',hel',es in place so tl
n_ : easil) (limb inside.
U5€_OFEXTENSII)N
Bec use of l _otential safety haz,
of a_ extens on cord.
Hox_ _'_eI; ilv )Ix Illtlst tlse }lI] ext(
Stat(;) or a ( iSA-listed (in C ma(
type )lug an, 1outlet and th; t th,
WARNING!
or Freezer:
iJi::Take off the doo_.
!i?:I,eave the shelves in place so that children max
not easilx climb inside.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.
Howe\'et; if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United
States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grotmding D'pe appliance extension cord having a grounding
type plug and ouflet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Donot, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal salon this appfiance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equii)ped
with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (grotmding) wall outlet
to minimize the possibility oI electric shock hazard
fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked bv a
qualified electrician to make sure the ouflet is
properly grounded.
If the outlet is a standard 9-prong outlet, it is
yore" personal responsibili_' and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong wall outlet.
The refi_igerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best pe_imnance and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.
Never unI_lug your reli_igerator by pulling on
the power cord. _Mwavs grip plug firefly and pull
straight out froln the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become ti'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
\_]/ell moving the reflJgerator away fl'Oln the
wall, be careflfl not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols.
Not all features are on all models. Your controls will look like one of the following:
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_ADOr_r_ _Warmer_ _ (Warmer_ furb0Co_
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to' 0 !i)IQu 0Filter ore ush ube ick I LOC
Mold 3 seconds to Reset Hold 3 s_onds
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Thetemperaturecontrolsarepresetinthefactoryat37°1:fortherefrigeratorcompartmentandO°Fforthe
freezercompartment,Allow24hoursforthetemperaturetostabilizetothepresetrecommendedsetting&
ThetemperaturecontrolscandisplayboththeSETtemperatureaswellastheactualtemperaturein the
refrigeratorandfreezer,TheactualtemperaturemayvaryslighflyfromtheSETtemperaturabasedonusage
andoperatingenvironment,
iJi::Onsomemodels,settingbothcontrolstothewarmestsettinguntilthedisplayflashes(off)willstop
coolinginboththefreezerandrefrigeratorcompartments.
iJi::Onothermodels,settingeithercontroltothewarmestsettinguntilthedisplayflashes(off)willstopthe
coolingtothefreezerandrefrigerator,
iJi::NOTE:Turningtherefrigeratoroffviathecontrolsonthetouchpaneldoesnotshutoffelectricalpower
totherefrigerator,
NOTE:Therefrigeratorisshippedwithprotectivefilmcoveringthetemperaturecontrols,ff thisfilmwasnot
removedduringinstallation,remove#now,
PerformanceAk FlowSystem
The Performance Ailqqo_ System is
designed to maximize tempel_lttu'e control
in the ret_'igerator and t_'eezer compartments.
T]lis unique special teantre consists of the Air
To_er akmg the back wall of the reiiigerator
and the Air Tmmel on the bottom portion of
the ti'eezer rear \_al].Placing toed in ti'ont of
the louvex_ on these components will not aitect
perR)rmance. Ald_ough the Air To_r and
the Air Tunnel can be removed, doing so will
ati(ct temperamx_ pertimnance. (For removal
instructions, on-line, 24 hom_ a din; contact us
at ge.com or call 800.GE.(2kRES. Ii_ Canada,
contact us at geappliances.ca or call
1.800.361.3400.)
About TurboCooE(on some models)
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How #Works
TurboCoolrapidly cools d_e reliigemtor
comparUnent in order to more quickly
cool the(is, tlse TurboCoolwhenadding
a laxge amount of fi)od to die reliigemtor
compartment, putting muw foods after tbev
have been sitting out at ro{)m tetnperatm_"
or \dten putting m_;i} _;u'm leftovers. ]t can
also be used if the retiigerator has been
without po_r tbr an extended period.
Once activated, the coml)ressor will turn
on immediately and the tiros _qll cxcle on
and off at high speed as needed tot eight
hours. The compressor will contimm to run
until the ret}igerator compartment cools to
approximatel} 34°F (1°C), then it _qll cxcle (m
and off to maintain this setting. Alter 8 }tom_,
or if rurboCoolis pressed ag'ain, the reliigemtor
compartment will return to the original setting.
HowtoUse
PressTurboCool.Tl_e TurboCooltemperam_
displa} will slto_ Tcand the I.ED will be
acti_=_md.
.Mier TurboCooliscomplew, the rurboCoo/
indicator light will go out.
NOTES: The _>fiigerator temperature cannot be
changed during rurnoCoot
The ti'eezer mmperatm> is not affected
(luring rurboCoot
When opening the reliigemtor door
(luringr.rboCootthe rims will continue
to run if they hme cycled on.

About ExpressChilE (on somemodels) ge.com
How it Works
The ExpressChilFfeature is a s)'stem
of dmnI)ex_, a tim and a temi)erature
themfistor.
The pan is tightly sealed to prevent the pan's
temperattu'e ti'om causing temperature
fluctuations in the rest oI the reti_igerato_:
The controls for this pan are located in the
toi _ of the refi_igerator, or on the dispenser
with the temperature controls.
How to Use
O Erupt}, the pan. Place the Chill trax in !;> To stop a feature before it is
the pan. Place the items on the trax and finished, trip that tFatm'e's pad
close the pan completely, until no options are selected and
S - T_ the displax is off.
0. elect the ExpressChdl pad. On some ,
models you can then select the chill !;> During ExpressChill, the display (m
time (use chart to detemfine best the controls will count down the time
ExpressChi/Y" setting). Other models will only have in the cxcle.
one option (45 minutes). On models
with multiple settings, tap the pad until
the light ai)pem_ next to the desired
setting.
How to Remove and Replace the Drawer
Toremove:
OPull the drawer out to the stop position.
O Rotnte all fimr swing locks to the unlock
position.
0I,ift the fl'ont el the drawer up and out.
Toreplace:
Make sure all four swing locks are in the
unlock position.
@ Place the sides ot the drawer into the
drawer supi)orts, making sure the swing
locks fit on the drawer slots.
i,ock all fi)ur sx6ng locks by rotating
them to the lock position.
ExpressChillTM Chart
..................................................NOTE:Results may vary depending
@ 15MIN
ExpressChill •aoMI. 15 Minutes
e45MI_ _1 Bexerage (_an ( 12 oz) _!
_! 2 Small Juice Boxes
(6_ oz ea(h) J_
on packaging, starting temperature and other food traits.
30 Minutes
2 to 6 Beverage Cans
(12 oz ea(h)
2 Plastic 20 oz Bottles
of Beverage
4 to 6 Small Juice Boxes
(6-8 oz each)
3 Foil Juice Packets
Wine (7J>0 ml boule)
45 Minutes
i_?; 2 IJters of Beverage
i_i: 1/2 Gallon of Juice
i_i: (',elatin--1 package
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Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemodels)
Water FilterCartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right
corner of the refrigerator conq)artment.
When to Replace the Filter on Models With a
ReplacementIndicatorLight
There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter
cartridge on the dispense_: This light will mrn orange to tell
you that w}u need to replace the filter soon.
The filter cartridge should be replaced when the
replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of water
to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.
When to Replace the Filter on Models Without a
ReplacementIndicatorLight
The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months
or ea_tier if the flow of water to the water dispenser or
icemaker decreases.
Removingthe Filter Cartridge
If you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one
by slowly turning it to the left, Do notpull down on the
cartridge. A small amotmt of water may drip down.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
O If )ou are replacing a SmartWater cartridge with
an adapter, it must be remoxed betore installing the
cartridge. To remove the adapte_; mrn it to the left
about 1/4 turn.
re )lacino a Water by Culligan cartridge,lf_ouare I ,_
leave the adapter in place. This adapter will stay in the
reli-igerator _dmn you replace flmue cartridges.
Withadapter Withoutadapter
(appearancemay vary)
On models without a replacement indicator light,
apply the month and year sticker to the new cartridge
to remind _ou to replace the filter in six months.
0 Fill the replacement cartridge with water fl'om the tap
to allow fin" better flow from the dispenser immediately
after installation.
Oi,ine up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge
holder: Place the top of the new cartridge up inside the
holder Do not push it up into the holdex:
0 Slowly turn it to the right tmfil the filter cartridge stops.
DO NOTOVERTIGHTEN. As you turn the cartridge, it will
automatically raise itself into position. The cartridge will
IllOX, e about 1/2 turn.
Cartridg
Holder
Rml water fl'om the dispenser Rn" 3 minutes (about 1-1/2
gallons) to clear the system and prevent sputtering.
Press and hold the WATERFILTERpad (on some models)
on the dispenser fin" 3 seconds.
NOTE:A newl}qnstalled water filter cartridge may cause
water to spurt fl'om the dispensex:
FilterBypassPlug
You must use the filter b)pass I)lug when a replacement
filter cartridge is not a\;filable. The dispenser and the
icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter
b)pass I)lu_
Filter_
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SmartWater
Filter .,
Bypass
Plu
Waterby Culligan
])) use the filter 1)ypass plug on Water by Cu//igan models,
you must filet relllOVe the filter adapter fl'om the cartridge
holder b_ ttu'nin_d it to the left,
If wm have quesfions_visit ore" Website
at ge.coi//,
or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737).
Replacement filters:
Toorder additional filter cartridges in the United States,
visit our Website at ge.coln, or call GEParts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
MSX4F
Suggested Retail $36.95-41.95
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages fin"
the nearest Mabe Se_Mce Center

Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Not all features are on all models.
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Refrigerawr om
Freezerbin
Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
Large Bins
Tile larger refl_gerator door bins and
fl'eezer tilt-out door bins are ac!iustable.
Toremove: i,ifi tile ti'ont of tile bin straight
up, then lilt up and out.
The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shel£ Place a finger on either side of the
snugger near tile rear and move it back
and forth to fit your needs.
Toreplace or relocate: Engage tile back side Donotblock
of the bin in the molded supports of tile
dora: Then push down on tile front of tile
bin. Bin will lock in place.
SmallBms
Toremove: Lift tile fl'ont of tile bin straight
up then out.
Toreplace: Position tile bin above tile
rectangular molded supports on tile dora:
Then slide tile bin down onto tile support
to lock it in place.
CAUTION:On
modelswithanice
chuteinsidethetop
freezerdoorbin,be
carefulwhenp/aclbg
itemsin thebin.
Makesurethat
itemsdonotblock
orfailintotheice
chute.
Freezer tilt-out bin
Presstab andpullshelf
forwardtoremove
Slide-Out Spillproof Sheff
Tile slide-out spillproot shell allows you
to reach items stored behind othe_s. The
special edges are designed to hel I) prevent
spills fl'om dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove:
Slide tile shell out tmtil it reaches tile stop,
then press down on tile tab and slide tile
shelf straight Otlt.
Toreplace orrelocate:
I,ine tile shelf up Mth tile supports and
slide it into place. The shelf can be
repositioned when tile door is at 90 ° or
more. To reposition the shelf, slide the shelf
past tile stops and angle downward. Slide
shelf down to the desired position, line up
with tile supports and slide into place.
Make sure youpush the shelves all the way back
in before you dose the door.
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Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Not all features are on all models.
OuickSpace TM Sheff (onsomemodels)
This shelf splits ill half and slides under itself
fi)r storage of tall items on tile shelf below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced
or relocated just like Slide_)ut Spillproof
Shelves.
On some models, this shelf can not be used
ill the lowest position.
Freezer Baskets (on some models)
Toremove, slide out to the stop position,
lift the fi'ont past the stop position, and
slide out.
Freezer Baskets (onsome models)
Toremove, push the basket all the way to the
back of tile fi'eezei: I,iff up until tile back
pins are disengaged, lift the entire basket
up and pull out.
Makesureyoupushthebasketsall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
Makesureyoupushthebasketsall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
Slide-Out Freezer Shelves
Toremove, slide out to the stopposition,
lift tile fl'ont past tile stop position, and
slide ()tit fi'oI// rib.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
Fixed Freezer Shelves
Toremove, lift the shelf up at the left side
and then bring tile shelf out.
NOTE FORDISPENSER MODELS: In order
to take flfll advantage of tile flit-out ice bin
(on some models), only store items on tile
shelf below tile ice bin that are no taller
than tile lowest point on tile bin.
Door Wine/Beverage Rack (onsomemodels)
This rack holds up to 5 cans, one bottle (ff
wine or one 2-liter bottle of soda.
The rack hangs fl'oln the sides oI the
daiI_' bin.
Toremove:
Empb tile wine/beverage rack.
Holdim,_ tile bottom of tile &flu bin,
lift tile fi'ont straight up, then lift up
and ()tit.
To detach tile rack fi'oln tile dai_T bin,
pull the rack's side wires out of the
holes on each side of the dairy bin.
Toreplace:
O Reattach tile rack to tile sides
of tile bin.
0 Engage the back side of the bin ill
tile inolded SUl)ports on tile dool:
Then push down on tile fl'ont of the
bin. The bin will lock into place.
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Abouttherefrigeratordoors. ge.com
Refrigerator Doors
The refl_igerator (loo_ may teel different
than the ones you are used to. The
special door opening/closing teature
makes sm'e the do(n_ close all the way
and are secm'elv sealed.
_41_en opening and closing the door you
will notice a stop position. If the door is
opened past this stop point, the door will
I'eI/l}lin el)on 1o allow you to load }lll(1
tmload toed inore easily. _\]/en the door
is only partially open, it will automatically
close,
The resistance xou teel at the stop
position will be reduced as the door
is loaded with fi)od.
When the door is only partially open,
it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will
stay open.
Door Alignment
It doot_ are tme\'en, at!just the
refl_gerator dooI:
O Using a 7/] 6" socket wrench, ttli'n
the door a(!justing screw to the right
to raise the door; to the left, to lower
it. (A nfl(m plug, imbedded in the
threads of the pin, prevents the pin
fl'om turning tmless a wrench is
used.)
0 _Mter one or two turns of the
wrench, open and close the
refl_igerator door and check the
aligmnent at the top of the doors.
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Aboutthe crispersandpans.
Not all features are on all models.
Fru# and Vegetable Crispers
Excess water that may accumulate in tile
bottom of tile drawexs should be wiped (h_':
On some models, tile bottom drawer has
fifll extension slides that allow fifll access
to tile (h'awex:
_( Adjustable Humidity Crispers
Slide tile control all tile way to tile HIsetting
to provide high humidi_' recommended fi)r
most vegetables.
Slide tile control all tile wax to tile LO
,settim,_ to proxide lower humidity, lex els
x'econmlended fi)r most fl'uits.
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Convertible Dell Pan (on some models)
Tile convertible dell pan has its own cold
air duct to allow a stream ot cold air fl'om
tile fl'eezer compartment or refl_igerator
compartment to flow to tile pan.
The variable temperature control regulates
tile air flow fl'om tile (]imate Keepex:
Set tile control to tile coldest setting to
stox'e fx'esh Xlleats.
Set tile control to coldto convert tile pan
to nomml refl_igerator temperature and
provide extra vegetable storage space. The
cold air duct is turxled off, Variable settings
between these extremes can be selected.
About crisper removal
Not all features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
Crispers can easily be remoxvd by pulling
tile drawer straight out and lifting tile
dlawer up and (wer tile stop location.
If tile door prevents you fl'om taldng out
the drawex_, first t Uto xemove the door
bins. If this does not offer enough
clearance, tile refl{gerator will need to
be rolled fl)rward until tile door opens
enough to slide tile (h'awel_ out. In some
cases, when you roll the refligerator out,
you will need to mo\e tile refi_igerator
to the left or fight as you roll it out.
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Abouttheautomaticicemaker, ge.com
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Automatic Icemaker
Power
Switch Icemaker
Green
PowerLight
The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle----ai)i)roxilnately 100-130 cubes
in a 24-hour period, dei)ending on fl'eezer
cot/tl)at'ttllent tet/tl)et'atttt'e _ t'oot/t
teml)erature, mmg)er of door openings
and other use conditions.
See below fin" how to access ice and reach
the power switch on dispenser models.
If the reti_igerator is operated betore the
water connection is made to the icemaket;
set the power switch in the 0 (off) position.
When the refl-igerator has been connected
to the water sui)i)ly, set the power switch to
the I (on) position.
The k'emaker will fill with water when it
cools to 15°F (-10°C). A newly installed
refi_igerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin
making ice cubes.
You will hear a buzzing sotmd each dine
the icemaker fills with water:
Throw awm the first tew batches of ice to
allow the water line to cleat:
Be sure nothing interteres with the sweep
of the feeler ram.
When the bin fills to the level of the teeler
aml, the icemaker will stop producing
ice. It is nomml tin"several cubes to be
joined together:
If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
NOTE."Inhomeswith lower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayhear the icemaker cyclemultiple
times whenmaking onebatch of ice.
Models without a shelf
above the ice bin
Toaccessice andreachthe
icemakerrowerswitch:
oLift flTebin,thenpullit
forwarduntilthebinstops.
Lower thebin to access ice
or reach the power switch.
NOTE:In order to take full advantage
of the tilt-out ice bin, only store items
on the shelf below the ice bin that
are no taller than the Iowest poflTt
on the bin.
Accessing Ice and Reaching the
Power Switch onDispenser Models
Thereare two typesof ice storage bins on
dispenser models. One has a shelf aboxe
tile bin, the other does not.
Special note about dispenser models
without ashelf above the ice bin:
These models have a tilt-out ice bin.
The bin can be tilted out as shown ill
the illustrations, and it will hold itself
up while you take ice out or turn the
icelnaker power switch on and off.
Be sure to put the bin back in place
betore closing the door:
To restore your ice level from an empty
12 hours alter the first batch of ice
has fifllen into the bin, dispense
3 to 4 cubes.
@ _Mter an additional 6 hems, dispense
3 to 4 cubes again.
Models with a shelf
above the ice bin
Toaccessice,pullthe binforward.
Toreach the power switch, pull the
shelf straight out Always besure to
replace the shelf.
These steps will restore your ice level
ill the shortest ai/tottnt of tilne.
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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.(onsome models)
SpillShelf
ToUse theDispenser
Select CUBEDICE _, CRUSHEDICE
or WAIER_.
Press the glass gently against the top _ff the
dispenser cradle.
The spill shelf is not self-draining. To
reduce water spotting, tile shelf and its
grille should be cleaned regularly:
If no water is dispensed when the refn)erator is
first instafled, there may be air in the water fine
system. Pressthe dispenser arm for at/east two
minutes to remove trapped air from the water
fine and to fi// the water system. Toflush out
DispenserLight
This pad turns tile night
_L • lightin the dispenseron
ig h and off. Tile light also
coII]es on when tile
dispenser cradle is
pressed. If this light
bm'ns out, it should be
replaced with a 6 watt
12V maximmn bulb.
OuickIce (onsomemodels)
impurities in the water /ine, throwaway the first _,\qlen _ou need ice
six glassfuls of water in a hmTv press this
_LI j_ pad to speed up ice
objects into the ice crusher discharge opening, ick l)r°ducd°n" This will
increase ice production
CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other
Lockingthe Dispenser
Press tile LOCKpad fin.
k_ 3 seconds to lock tile
dispenser and control
Loc panel. To mflock, press
and hold tile pad again
3second_ fi'' 3 seconds.
fin" tile fi_lloMng
48 hem's or tmtil you
press the pad again.
DoorAlarm (onsome models)
O To set the alaxm,
"_SS S
U_ pI'e._._thi._ pad until tile
/DooF Jindicator light comes
I AJerm J °'.xhis"l"m''ill
JSolmd if either door
is open fin" more than
3 minutes. The light
goes out and the
beeping stops when
VO/I close tile dooi:
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
_: Do not add ice fl'om trm:s or bags to
tile storage (h'awe_: It may not crush or
dispense well.
iJi::Avoid oveHilling glass with ice and use of
narrow glasses, gacked-u I) ice can jam tile
chute or cause tile door in tile chute to
freeze shut. If ice is blocking the chute,
poke it through with a wooden spoon.
iJi::Beverages and foods should not be
quick-chilled in the ice storage drawer
Cans, bottles or food packages in tile
storage drawer may cause tile icemaker
or a/iger to jalll.
_: To kee I) dispensed ice fl'om missing
the glass, put the glass close to, but not
touching, tile dispenser opening.
_: Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
though you selected CUBED ICE.This
hapl)ens occasionally when a few cubes
accidentally get directed to the crushe_:
iJi::_Mter crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip fl'om tile chute.
_: Sometimes a small molmd of snow will
form on tile door in tile ice chute. This
condition is nomml and usually occms
when you have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly. The snow will eventually
eV_ll)OI';Ite.
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Models without a shelf
above the ice bin
Toremove:
oLift flTebin. then ouo/r
forward until me om swos.
oLift and oull forward again
to remove the bin.
Removing and Replacing the Ice
Storage Bin on Dispenser Models
There are two types of ice storage bins on
dispenser models. One has a shelf ab,:,',e
the bin, the other does not.
Mways set tile icemaker power switch to tile
0 (off) position befiwe rein eying tile ice bin.
When replacing either type of ice bin:
Mways be sure to press it firefly into place.
If it does not go all the wa_ back reinoxe it
and rotate the drixe mechanism 1/4 tin'n.
Then push file bin back again.
Mechanism
Models with a shelf
above the ice bin
Toremove:
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Pull the bin straight out,then lift past
the step position.
Careand cleaningoftherefrigerator.
Dispenser drip area.
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser drip area (on some models),
beneath tile grille, shotfld be wiped (h'v: _\'ater
left in this area may leave deposits. Remove
tile deposits by adding mMiluted vinegar to
tile well. Soak until tile deposits disappear
OI" becoil/e loose enotlgh to I_nse awav.
The dispenser cradle (on some models).
Before cleaning, lock tile disl)enser by
pressing and holding tile LOCKpad fi)r
3 seconds. Clean with wam_ water and
baking soda solution - about a tablesi)oon
(]5 ml) of baking soda to a quart (] liter)
of water: Rinse thoroughly and wipe (h_'.
The doorhandles and trim. Clean with
a cloth dampened with soapy water:
Dry Mth a soft cloth.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liqtfid dish (lete_gent,
Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refn_?eratorwith a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel. Thesemay 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 thepaint f/blsh.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open bo× of
baking soda in tile fl'esh food and fl'eezer
COlllp_l i'tl/lents,
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this
is not practi(al, wring excess moistm'e out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning aro/md
switches, lights or controls.
Use warn/water and baking soda solution -
about a tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (l liter) of water: This both
cleans and neutralizes o(lm_, Rinse and
wipe dry:
Use of any cleaning solution other than that
which is recommended,especiallythose that
contain petroleumdistillates,can crack or
damage the interior of the refrigerator.
Avoid cleaningcoldglassshelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference
may cause them to break. Hand& glass shelves
carefull_ Bumping tempered g/ass can cause
it to shatter
Do not wash any p/astic refngerator parts in the
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Behind the Refrigerator
Be carethl when moving the refl_igerator
away fl'om the wall. _M1t,ipes of floor
coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
embossed sm_hces.
Pull the reti_igerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it straight in.
Moving the refl_igerator in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor covering
or refl_igeratm:
When pushing the refngerator back, make sure
you don't rofl over the power cord or icemaker
supply hne (onsome models).
Preparing for Vacation
For long \;l(-ations or absences, i'eillove
food and unplug the refl_igerato_: Clean
the interior with a baking soda solution
of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to one quart (1 liter) of water: I,eave the
dooi_ open,
Set the icemaker power switch to the
0 (Of'[}position and shut off the water
supply to the refl_igeratox:
If the temperature can drop below
fl'eezing, have a qualified servicer drain
the water supply system (on some models)
to prevent serious propert}, damage due
to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and
(h'awe_ by taping them secm'ely in place
to prevent damage.
\_]_en using a hand truck to move the
refl-igeratm; do not rest the front or back
of the refl_igerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refl-igeratm: Handle
only fl'om the sides ot the refl-igeratm:
Be sure the refngerator stays in an upright
position during moving.
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Replacingthelightbulbs, gecom
NOTE: Turning the refrigerator off via the controls on the touch panel does not shut off electrical power to the
refrigerator.
Yourlight shield will look like
one of the following.
OR
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Pocket
Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light
Unplug the refrigerator.
The bulbs are located at the top of the
compartn_ent, inside the light shield.
On some models, a screw at the fl'ont of
the light shield will have to be removed.
On other models, the screw is located
in the pocket located at the back ot
the shield.
@To remove the light shield, on some
models, press in on the tabs on the sides
of the shield and slide fi)rward and out.
On other models,just slide the shield
fi)rward and out.
0
_Mter replacing the bulb with an
appliance bull) ot the same or lower
wattage, replace the light shieM and
screw. X,\]_en repladng the light shield,
make sure that the tabs at the back of
the shield fit into the slots at the back
of the light shield housing.
Plug the mfl'igerator back in.
Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light
This hght is iocated above the top drawe_
Unplug the refiigemt(n:
i,ifl the light shiekl up and pull it out.
Mter replacing the bulb Mth an
appliance bulb of the Salne or lower
watta{m_, replace the shield.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
Freezer Compartment
Unplug the retiigerator.
Remove the shelf just above the light
shield. (The shelf will be easier to
remove if it is emptied fi_t.) Remove
the screw at the top of the light shield,
To remove the light shield, press in on
the sides, and lift up and out.
l_ Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield. X,\'hen
reinstalling the light shield, make
sure the top tabs snap securelv
into place. Replace the screw.
Reinstall the shelf and plug the
refl'igerator back in.
Dispenser
Unplug the reti_igeratox:
The bulb is located on the dispenser
trader the control panel.
Remove the light bulb by turning
it cotmterclockwise.
Replace the bulb with a bulb of the
same size and wattage.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 22, 23, 25 & 27
IBEFORE YOU BEGIN
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com
In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
•iMPORTANT - Savethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
• iMPORTANT - Observeall
governing codes and ordinances.
Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
Note to Consumer -Keep these
instructions for future reference.
Skill level -Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical skills.
Completion time -Refrigerator Installation
30 minutes
Water Line installation
30 minutes
Proper installation is the responsibility of
the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.
if the refrigerator has already been installed,
remove the base grille (see Step 2 in Moving
the Refrigerator), then skip to Step 5 in
Installing the Refrigerator.
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PREPARATION
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have
to be connected to a cold water line. AGE
water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve, fittings and instructions) is available
at extra cost from your dealer, by visiting
our Website at go.corn (in Canada at
www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada
1.888.261.3055).
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
3/8" and 5/16" Socket 1/2" and 7/16" Wrench
Plastic Putty Knife
Phillips Head Screwdriver
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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
[] LOADING THE RERIGERATOR
ONTO A HAND TRUCK
Leave all tape and door pads on doors
until the refrigerator is in its final location.
To move the refrigerator, use a padded
hand truck. Center the refrigerator on the
hand truck and secure the strap around
the refrigerator. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
THE STRAP.
[] REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE
Remove the grille by removing the two
Phillips head screws.
If the refrigerator must go through
any entrance that is less than 38"
wide, the doors must be removed.
Proceed to Step 3.
DO NOT remove the handles.
If all entrances are more than
38" wide, skip to Installing
the Refrigerator.
[] DISCONNECT THE WATER
COUPLING (on some models)
If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,
there is a water line from the cabinet into
the bottom hinge on the freezer door that
must be disconnected.
To disconnect, push in on the white collar
of the coupling and pull out the tubing.
White collar
Bottom
freezer
hinge
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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
[] DISCONNECT THE POWER
COUPLING (on some models)
If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,
there is a power line (harness) from the
cabinet into the bottom hinge on the
freezer door that must be disconnected.
To disconnect pull apart at the coupling.
Bottom _ _ LJ o _//
freezer / _ __J_
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[] DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL
CONNECTORS (on some models)
If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, there are electrical connectors
(harnesses) from the cabinet into the
bottom hinge on the refrigerator door
that must be disconnected.
To disconnect, pull apart each connector.
Bottom
refrigerator
hinge
[] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND
REFRIGERATOR DOORS
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
[] Remove the freezer door top hinge cover
by either squeezing it and pulling it up or
by prying it off with a plastic putty knife.
[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,
then lift the hinge straight up to free the
hinge pin. 5/16" Hex Head
[] Open the freezer door to 90. °
90 °
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[] REMOVE THE
FREEZER DOOR (cont.)
[] As one person slowly lifts the freezer door
up and off the bottom hinge, the second
person should carefully guide the water
line and power line (harness) through the
bottom hinge.
[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface
with the inside up.
[] REMOVE THE
REFRIGERATOR DOOR
[] Remove the refrigerator door top hinge
cover by either squeezing it and pulling
it up or by prying it off with a plastic
putty knife.
[] REMOVE THE
REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)
[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,
then lift the hinge straight up to free the
hinge pin. 5/16" Hex Head
[] Open the refrigerator door to 90. °
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90 °
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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
[]
[]
REMOVE THE
REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)
Lift the refrigerator door up and off the
bottom hinge.
If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, one person should slowly lift the
door up and off the bottom hinge and the
second person should carefully guide the
electrical lines (harnesses) through the
bottom hinge.
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90°
Refreshment Center Models only
[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface
with the inside up.
[] REPLACING THE DOORS
To replace the doors, simply reverse
steps 3 through 8.
However, please note the following:
• When lowering the doors onto the
bottom hinges, make sure the second
person carefully guides the tube and
harnesses through the holes in the
hinges.
• When connecting the water line, make
sure you insert the tubing all the way
to the mark.
L
Mark
• Do not pinch the tubing and harnesses
when placing the doors on the bottom
hinges.
• When connecting the power line and
the electrical lines (refreshment center
models only), be sure that the
connectors are seated together fully.
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