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Safety Instructions ................. 2-3
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker .................... 10
Care and Cleaning ................... 12, 13
Crispers and Pans ........................ 9
Ice and Water Dispenser ............ 11, 12
Refrigerator Doors ....................... 8
Replacing the Light Bulbs ............... 14
Shelves and Bins ....................... 6, 7
Temperature Controls .................... 4
TurboCooP . ............................. 4
Water Filter .............................. 5
Installation Instructions
Installing the Refrigerator ............ 20-23
Moving the Refrigerator ............. 16-19
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator ......................... 15
Water Line Installation .............. 24-26
Troubleshooting Tips ............ 27-30
Normal Operating Sounds ............... 27
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ............. Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ................ 31
Ownership Registration (Canadian) ...33, 34
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate ............ 35
Warrantg (Canadian) .................... 36
Warrantg (U.S.) ......................... 37
Models 22, 23, 25 and 27
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Refrigeradores
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Write the model and serial numbers
here:
Model #
Serial #
Findthese numbers on a label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the
top on the right side. 200D8074P034 49-60595 03-09 JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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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:
_;,Thisrefrigerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it isused.
;;;,Donot allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelvesinthe refrigerator.They could
damage the refrigerator and seriously injure
themselves.
;;;,Donot touch the cold surfaces inthe freezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skinmay stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
;;;,Donot store or usegasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
Inrefrigerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
located on the bottom of the icemaker.Do
not placefingers or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator
is plugged in.
;;_,Keepfingers out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doors and between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small.
Becareful closing doors when childrenare
in the area.
;;_,Unplug the refrigerator beforecleaning and making
repairs.
NOTE:Westrongly recommend that any servidng
be performed bg a qualified individual
;;_,Donot refreezefrozen foods which have
thawed completely.
NOTE:Turningthe refrigerator off via the controlson
the touch pane!doesnot shut off electricalpower to
the refrigerator.
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DANGER! RISK OF CHILD
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ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
Childentrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
still dangerous...eveniftheg will sit for '_justa few
dags."If gou are getting rid of gour old refrigerator,
pleasefollow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer:
Takeoff the doors.
Leavethe shelvesin place sothat children may not
easilgclimb inside.
Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which
under federal law must be removed prior to product
disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration
product, check with the company handling the
disposal about what to do.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.
However,if gou must usean extension cord, it isabsolutelg necessarythat it be a UL-listed(inthe United States)
or a CSA-listed(inCanada),]-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and
outlet and that the electricalrating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
WARNING!
HOW TOCONNECT 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.
Thepower cord ofthis appliance isequipped
with a ]-prong (grounding)plug which mates
with a standard ]-prong (grounding)wall outlet
to minimizethe possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make surethe outlet isproperly
grounded.
If the outlet isa standard 2-prong outlet, it is
your personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded
]-prong wall outlet.
Therefrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electricaloutlet which hasa voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
Thisprovides the best performance and alsoprevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
fire hazardfrom overheated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on
the power cord.Always grip plug firmly and pull
straight out from the outlet.
Repairor replace immediately all power cords that
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
usea cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from the wall,
be careful not to roll overor damage the power cord.
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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About the temperature controls.
Not all features are on all models.
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Hold 3 Seconds to Reset Hold 3 Seconds
Thetemperaturecontrolsarepresetinthefactoryat3I°F fortherefrigeratorcompartmentandO°Fforthe
freezercompartment.Allow2/4hoursforthetemperaturetostabilizetothepresetrecommendedsettings.
ThetemperaturecontrolscandisplayboththeSETtemperatureasweltastheactualtemperaturein the
refrigeratorandfreezer.TheactualtemperaturemabtvarbtstighttbtfromtheSETtemperaturebasedon
usageandoperatingenvironment.
Onsomemodels,settingbothcontrolstothewarmestsettinguntilthedisptabtflashes(off)wiltstop
coolingin boththefreezerandrefrigeratorcompartments.
Onothermodels,settingeithercontrolto thewarmestsettinguntilthedisptabtflashes(off)wiltstop
thecoolingtothefreezerandrefrigerator.
: NOTE;Turningtherefrigeratoroffviathecontrolsonthetouchpaneldoesnotshutoffelectricalpower
totherefrigerator.
NOTE:Therefrigeratorisshippedwithprotectivefilmcoveringthetemperaturecontrols.If thisfilmwas
notremovedduringinstallation,removeitnow.
PerformanceAir FlowSbtstem
ThePerformanceAir-FlowSgstemisdesignedto
maximizetemperaturecontrolintherefrigerator
andfreezercompartments.Thisuniquespecial
featureconsistsoftheAirToweralongtheback
walloftherefrigeratorandtheAirTunnelonthe
bottomportionofthefreezerrearwall.Placing
foodinfrontofthelouversonthesecomponents
About TurboCool ." (onsome models)
willnotaffectperformance.AlthoughtheAirTower
andtheAirTunnelcanberemoved,doingsowill
affecttemperatureperformance.(Forremoval
instructions,on-line,contactusat
GEAppliances.comor call800.GE.CARES.
InCanada,contactusatwww.GEAppliances.ca
orcall1.800.%1.33/4/4.)
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How it Works
TurboCoolrapidlgcoolstherefrigerator
compartmentin ordertomorequicklgcoolfoods.
UseTurboCoolwhenaddinga largeamount
offoodtotherefrigeratorcompartment,putting
awayfoodsaftertheyhavebeensittingoutat
roomtemperatureorwhenputtingawaywarm
leftovers.Itcanalsobeusediftherefrigeratorhas
beenwithoutpowerfor anextendedperiod.
Onceactivated,thecompressorwillturnon
immediatelyandthefanswillcycleonand
off at highspeedasneededforeighthours.
Thecompressorwillcontinueto rununtilthe
re!rigeratorcompartmentcoolsto approximately
3/4F(1C),thenitwillcycleonandoff tomaintain
thissetting.After8 hours,orif TurboCoolis
pressedagain,therefrigeratorcompartment
willreturntotheoriginalsetting.
How to Use
PressTurboCool.TheTurboCooltemperature
displaywillshowTcandthe LEDwillbeactivated.
AfterTurboCooliscomplete,the TurboCool
indicatorlightwillgoout.
NOTES:Therefrigeratortemperaturecannotbe
changedduringTurboCool.
Thefreezertemperatureisnotaffected
duringTurboCool.
Whenopeningtherefrigeratordoor
duringTurboCool,thefanswillcontinue
to runifthey havecycledon.

About the water filter. Ionsome models) GEAppliances.com
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge islocated in the back upper right
corner of the refrigerator compartment.
When to Replace the Filter on Models With
a Replacement Indicator Light
There isa replacement indicator light for the water filter
cartridge on the dispenser.This lightwill turn orange to tell
you that you need to replacethe filter soon.
The filter cartridge should be replacedwhen the replacement
indicator light turns red or if the flow of water to the dispenser
or icemaker decreases.
O Lineup the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge
holder.Placethe top of the new cartridge up inside
the holder.Do not push it up into the holder.
Slowly turn it to the right until the filter cartridge stops.
DONOTOVERTIGHTEN.Asyou turn the cartridge, itwill
automatically raiseitself into position.Thecartridge will
move about 1/2turn.
When to Replace the Filter on Models Without
a Replacement Indicator Light
The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or
earlier if the flow of water to the water dispenser or icemaker
decreases.
Removing the Filter Cartridge
If you are replacingthe cartridge,first remove the old one by
slowly turning itto the left. Do not pull down on the cartridge.
A small amount of water may drip down.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
Ifyou are replacinga SmartWater cartridge with
an adapter, it must be removed before installing the
cartridge. Toremove the adapter,turn it to the left about
1/4 turn.
Ifyou are replacinga Water by Cu!ligancartridge,
leavethe adapter in place.Thisadapter will stay in
the refrigerator when you replacefuture cartridges.
Runwater from the dispenserfor ] minutes (about !-1/2
gallons)to clearthe system and preventsputtering.
O Pressand hold the WATERFILTERpad (onsome models)
on the dispenserfor ] seconds.
NOTE:A newly-installed water filter cartridge may cause
water to spurt from the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
You must usethe filter bypass plug when a replacement filter
cartridge isnot available. Thedispenserand the icemakerwill
not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug.
Filter
Plug
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With adapter Without adapter
(appearance may vary)
On models without a replacement indicator light, apply
the month and gear stickerto the new cartridge to remind
you to replace the filter in six months.
Fillthe replacement cartridge with water from the tap to
allow for better flow from the dispenser immediately after
installation.
Touseme filter bypass p_ugon Water by Cu!ligan moae_s,you
must first remove me filter aaaoter from the cartridge holder
by turning itto me eft.
If you naveauestions visit our Website at GEAE)E)liances.com,
or call !.800.GE.CARES(1.800.412.2717).
Replacement filters:
Toorder additional filter cartridges in the United States,
visit our Website at GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts
and Accessories, 800. 626.2002.
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Suggested Retail $]6.95-41.95
Customersin Canada should consult the yellow pages for
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About the shelves and bins.
Not all features are on all models.
Refrigerator bin
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Freezer bin
Freezer tilt-out bin
Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
Large Bins
The larger refrigerator door bins and freezer
tilt-out door binsare adjustable.
Toremove: Lift the front of the bin straight
up,then lift up and out.
Toreplace or relocate: Engagethe back side
of the bin inthe molded supports of the door.
Then push down on the front of the bin.Bin
will lock in place.
Small Bins
Toremove: Lift the front of the bin straight up
then out.
Toreplace: Positionthe bin above the
rectangular molded supports on the door.
Then slidethe bin down onto the support
to lock it in place.
Thesnugger helpsprevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf.Placea finger on either sideof the
snugger near the rear and move it back
and forth to fit your needs.
DO not bQck CAUTION:
On modelswith an ice
chute insidethe top
freezerdoor bin,be
carefu!when plating
items in the bin.Make
surethat items do not
block or fa!!into the ice
chute.
Presstab and pull shelf
forward to remove
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
Theslide-out spillproof shelf allows you
to reach items stored behind others. The
specialedges are designedto help prevent
spillsfrom dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove:
Slidethe shelf out until it reachesthe stop,
then press down on the tab and slidethe shelf
straight out.
Toreplace or relocate:
Linethe shelf up with the supports and slide
it into place.Theshelf can be repositioned
when the door isat 90° or more.To reposition
the shelf,slidethe shelf past the stops and
angle downward. Slideshelf down to the
desired position,line up with the supports
and slideinto place.
Make sure you push the shelves a!! the way
back in before gou close the door.
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Not all features are on all models.
9uickSpace TM Shelf (on some models)
This shelf splitsin half and slidesunder itself
for storage of tall items on the shelf below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced
or relocated just like Slide-OutSpillproof
Shelves.
On some models,this shelf can not be used
in the lowest position.
Freezer Baskets
Toremove,slide out to the stop position,
lift the front past the stop position,and
slideout.
lake sure you push the baskets a!! the
wag back in before gou close the door.
Slide-Out Freezer Shelves
Toremove, slideout to the stop position,
lift the front past the stop position,and slide
out from rib.
lake sure you push the shelves a!! the wag
back in before gou close the door.
Fixed Freezer Shelves
To remove, liftthe shelf up at the left side and
then bring the shelf out. NOTE FOR DISPENSER MODELS: In order to take full advantage of the tilt-out ice bin
(on some models), only store items on the
shelf below the ice bin that are no taller
than the lowest point on the bin.
Door Wine/Beverage Rack fensome models)
This rack holds up to 5 cans or one bottle
of wine.
The rack hangs from the sides
of the dairy bin.
Toremove:
0 Empty the wine/beverage rack.
Holdingthe bottom of the dairy bin,
lift the front straight up,then lift up
and out.
To detach the rack from the dairy bin,
pull the rack'ssidewires out ofthe holes
on each side ofthe dairy bin.
To replace:
Reattach the rack to the sides ofthe bin.
Engagethe back side ofthe bin in
the molded supports onthe door.
Then push down on the front of
the bin.Thebin will lock into place.

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About the refrigerator doors.
Refrigerator Doors
The refrigerator doors may feel different
than the onesyou are usedto. Thespecial
door opening/closing feature makes sure
the doors closeall the way and are
securely sealed.
When opening and closing the door,you
will notice a stop position.Ifthe door is
opened past this stop point, the door will
remain open to allow you to loadand
unload food more easily.When the door
isonly partially open, itwill automatically
close.
The resistance you feel at the stop
position will be reducedas the door
isloaded with food.
When the door is only partially
open, it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will
stay open.
Door Alignment
If doors are uneven, adjust the refrigerator
door.
O Usinga 7/16" socket wrench, turn the
door adjusting screw to the right to
raisethe door;to the left, to lower it.
(Anylon plug,imbedded inthe threads
of the pin,preventsthe pin from
turning unless a wrench is used.)
@After one or two turns of the wrench,
open and closethe refrigerator door
and check the alignment at the top
of the doors.
7/16" Socket Wrench
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TO remove
base grille,open
the doors, remove
the screw at each --
end of the bose Raise
grille andthen
pullthe grille
straight out.
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About the crispers and pans.
Not all features are on all models.
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Fruit and Vegetable Crispers
Excesswater that may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers should bewiped dry.
On some models, the bottom drawer has
full extension slidesthat allow full access
to the drawer.
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Adjustable Humiditg Crispers
Slidethe control allthe way to the HI setting
to provide high humidity recommended for
most vegetables.
Slidethe control all the way to the LO
setting to providelower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits.
Convertible Dell Pan Ion some models)
Theconvertible deli pan hasits own cold air
duct to allow a stream of cold air from the
freezer compartment or refrigerator
compartment to flow to the pan.
ThevuriuOletemperuture control regulates
the air flow from the Climate KeeperAir
Tower.
Setthe control to the coldest setting to store
fresh meats.
Setthe control to cold to convert the pan
to normal refrigerator temperature and
provide extra vegetable storage space.The
cold air duct isturned off.Variable settings
between these extremes can be selected.
About crisper removal.
Not all features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
Crisperscan easily be removed by pulling the
drawer straight out and lifting the drawer up
and over the stop location.
If the door prevents you from taking out
the drawers,first try to remove the door bins.
If this does not offer enough clearance,the
refrigerator will need to be rolled forward
until the door opens enough to slidethe
drawers out. Insome cases,when you roll
the refrigerator out, you will need to move
the refrigerator to the left or right asyou roll
it out.

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About the automatic icemaker.
A newly installed refrigerator may take J2 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Automatic Icemaker
Power Light
The icemakerwill produce sevencubes
per cgcle-approximatelg 100-1]0 cubes
in a 24-hour period,depending on freezer
compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings
and other useconditions.
Seebelow for how to access iceand reach
the power switch on dispenser models.
If the refrigerator isoperated before the
water connection ismade to the icemaker,
set the power switch in the O (offJposition.
When the refrigerator has been connected to
the water supplg, set the power switch to the
I(onl position.
Theicemakerwillfillwith water when it cools
to 15°F(-10°¢).A newlg installedrefrigerator
mag take 12to 2/4hoursto begin making ice
cubes.
Youwill hear a buzzing soundeach time
the icemaker fillswith water.
Throw awag the first few batches of iceto
allow the water line to clear.
Besure nothing interfereswith the sweep
of the feeler arm.
When the bin fills to the levelof the feeler
arm, the icemakerwill stop producing ice.
It isnormal for severalcubes to bejoined
together.
If ice isnot used frequentlg,old icecubes
will become cloudg,taste stale and shrink.
NOTE:Inhomes with lower-than-average
water pressure,Fou maF hear theicemaker
cgclemultiple timeswhen making one batch
of ice.
Models without a shelf
above the ice bin
To access ice and reach the
icemaker power switch:
OLift the bin, then pull it
forward until the bin stops.
Lower the bin 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 lowest point on the bin.
Accessing Ice and Reaching
the Power Switch on Dispenser
Models
There are two types of ice storage bins
on dispenser models. One hasa shelf above
the bin,the other doesnot.
Special note about dispenser models
without a shelf above the ice bin:
These models have a tilt-out ice bin.
The bin can be tilted out as shown in
the illustrations,and itwill hold itself
up while gou take ice out or turn the
icemaker power switch on and off.
Besureto put the bin back in place
before closing the door.
To restore gour ice level from an emptg
bucket stage, the following steps ere
recommended:
O 12 hours after the first batch of ice
has fallen into the bin,dispense
] to 4 cubes.
After an additional 6 hours, dispense
] to 4 cubes again.
Thesesteps will restore gour ice level
in the shortest amount of time.
Models with a shelf
above the ice bin
To access ice, pull the bin forward.
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To reach the power switch, pull the
shelf straight out. Always be sure to
replace the shelf
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SpillShelf
To Use the Dispenser
SelectCUBED ICE _ , CRUSHED ICE
or WATER _.
Pressthe glass gently against the top of the
dispensercradle.
Thespill shelf isnot self-draining.Toreduce
water spotting, the shelf and itsgrille should
be cleaned regularly.
If no water is dispensed when the
refrigerator isfirst installed, there may
be air in the water line system. Press the
dispenser arm for at least two minutes to
remove trapped air from the water line
and to fill the water system. Toflush out
impurities in the water line, throw away
the first six glassfuls of water.
CAUTION: Neverputfingers
or any other objects into the ice crusher
discharge opening.
Locking the Dispenser
• PresstheLockControls
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LOC the dispenserand control
L_ o_JContrpanel.Tounlock,press
and hold the pad again
Hold 3 Seconds for 5 seconds.
Dispenser Light
This pad turns the night
light inthe dispenseron
and off.The light also
comeson when the
dispensercradle is
pressed.If this light burns
out, itshould be replaced
with a 6 watt 12V
maximum bulb.
Door Alarm (on some models)
Toset the alarm,
CD rq pressthis pad until theOO indicator light comes on.
Thisalarm will sound if
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more than 5 minutes.
The light goesout and
the beeping stopswhen
you close the door.
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
Do not add ice from trays or bags to
the storage drawer. It may not crush or
dispense well.
Avoidoverfillingglasswith iceand use
of narrow glasses.Backed-upicecanjam
the chute or causethe door in the chute to
freezeshut. If iceisblocking the chute,poke
itthrough with a wooden spoon.
Beveragesand foods should not be
quick-chilled inthe ice storage drawer.
Cans,bottles or food packages in the
storage drawer may cause the icemaker
or auger tojam.
Somecrushed icemay be dispensed
eventhough you selectedCUBEDICE.This
happens occasionally when a few cubes
accidentally get directed to the crusher.
After crushed iceisdispensed,some water
may drip from the chute.
Sometimes a small mound of snow will
form on the door in the icechute.This
condition isnormal and usually occurs
when you have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly.The snow will eventually
evaporate.
,,To keepdispensed icefrom missing
the glass,put the glass closeto, but not
touching, the dispenser opening.
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About the ice end water dispenser Ionsome models)
Models without ashelf
above the ice bin
To remove:
OLift the bin, then pull it
forward until the bin stops.
Oift and pull forward again
to remove the bin.
Removing and Replacing the Ice Models with ashelf
Storage Bin on Dispenser Models above the ice bin
To remove:
Thereere two types of ice storage bins on ..........
dispenser models. One hasa shelf above
the bin,the other doesnot.
Always set the icemaker power switch to the
0[off)position before removing the ice bin.
When replacing either type of ice bin:
Alwags be sureto pressit firmlg into place.
If it does not go all the wag back,remove it
and rotate the drive mechanism 1//4turn.
Then pushthe bin back again.
Pull the bin straight out, then lift
past the stop position.
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator
Dispenser drip area.
Cleaning the Outside
Thedispenser drip area (onsome models),
beneaththe grille,shouldbe wipeddrg.Water
left inthis area mag leave deposits.Remove
the deposits bg adding undiluted vinegar to
the well.Soakuntil the depositsdisappear
or become looseenough to rinseawag.
Thedispenser cradle (onsome models).
Beforecleaning, lockthe dispenser bg
pressingand holding the Lock Controls pad
for 5 seconds.Cleanwith warm water and
baking soda solution - about a tablespoon
(15ml)of baking soda to a quart (1liter)
of water.Rinsethoroughlg and wipe dry.
Thedoor trim. Cleanwith a cloth dampened
with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth.
The stainless steel panels and door handles.
Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach or
otherproductscontainingchlorineon stainless
steel.
Stainlesssteel(onsome models)can becleaned
with a commerciallUavailablestainlesssteel
cleaner.Asprag-onstainlesssteelcleaner
worksbest.
Keepthe outside clean. Wipe with a
clean cloth lightlu dampened with kitchen
appliancewax or mild liquiddish detergent.
Dry and polishwith a clean,soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled
dish cloth or wet towe!. These may leave
a residue that can erode the paint. Do not
use scouring pads, powdered cleaners,
bleach or cleaners containing bleach
because these products can scratch
and weaken the paint finish.
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Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leavean open box
of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer
compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not practical, wring excessmoisture
out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Usewarm water and baking soda solution -
about a tablespoon (15ml)of baking sodato
a quart (1 liter)of water.Thisboth cleans and
neutralizesodors. Rinseand wipe dry.
Use of ang cleaning solution other than
that which is recommended, especially
those that contain petroleum distillates,
can crack or damage the interior of the
refrigerator.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot
water because the extreme temperature
difference mag cause them to break.
Handle glass shelves carefully. Bumping
tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
Do not wash ang plastic refrigerator parts
in the dishwasher.

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Behind the Refrigerator
Becareful when moving the refrigerator
awag from the wall. Alltgpes of floor
coveringscan be damaged, particularlg
cushioned coverings and those with
embossedsurfaces.
Pullthe refrigerator straight out and
return itto position bg pushing it straight
in.Moving the refrigerator in a side direction
mag result in damage to the floor covering
or refrigerator.
When pushing the refrigerator back, make
sure you don't rol! over the power cord or
icemaker supplg line (on some models).
Preparing for Vacation
Forlong vacations or absences,remove
food and unplug the refrigerator.Cleanthe
interior with a baking soda solution of one
tablespoon (15ml)of baking soda to one
quart (! liter)of water. Leavethe doors open.
Setthe icemaker power switch to the
0 (offJposition and shut offthe water
supplgto the refrigerator.
If the temperature can drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicerdrain the water
supplg sgstem (on some models)to prevent
serious propertg damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secureall looseitems such as shelvesand
drawers bg taping them securelg in place
to prevent damage.
When using a hand truck to move the
refrigerator,do not rest the front or back
ofthe refrigerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refrigerator.Handle
onlg from the sidesof the refrigerator.
Be sure the refrigerator stags in an upright
position during moving.
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Replacing the light bulbs.
NOTE: Turning the refrigerator off via the controls on the touch panel does not shut off electrical power to
the refrigerator.
Your light shield will look like
one of the following: Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light
0 Unplug the refrigerator.
0 The bulbsare located at the top of
the compartment, insidethe light shield.
Onsome models,a screwat the front of
the light shieldwill have to be removed.
Onother models,the screw is located
in the pocket located at the backof
the shield.
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@To remove the light shield,on some
models,pressin on the tabs on the sides
of the shieldand slideforward and out.
Onother models,just slidethe shield
forward and out.
After replacing the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
replacethe light shieldand screw.When
replacing the light shield, make surethat
the tabs at the back of the shieldfit into
the slotsat the back ofthe light shield
housing.
Plugthe refrigerator back in.
Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light
This light is located above the top drawer.
0 Unplug the refrigerator.
Liftthe light shield up and pull itout.
After replacing the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
replacethe shield.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
Freezer Compartment
Unplugthe refrigerator. O
Removethe shelfjust above the light
shield.(Theshelf will be easierto remove
if it isemptied first.) Removethe screw at
the top of the light shield.
To remove the light shield,press in on the
sides,and lift up and out.
Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield. When
reinstalling the light shield, make sure
the top tabs snap securely into place.
Replace the screw.
Reinstall the shelf and plug the
refrigerator back in.
Dispenser
Unplugthe refrigerator.
The bulb is located on the dispenser
under the control panel.Removethe light
bulb by turning it counterclockwise.
Replace the bulb with a bulb
of the same size and wattage.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
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Istructi efrigerator
Models22,23,25 & 27
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
In Canada, coil 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.GEApplionces.co
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completelg
and carefullg.
•IMPORTANT -Savetheseinstructions
for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT - Observe all 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 responsibilitg of
the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warrantg.
If the refrigerator has alreadg been installed,
remove the base grille (see Step 2 in Moving
the Refrigerutor}, then skip to Step 5 in Instulling
the Refrigerutor.
PREPARATION
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have
to be connected to o cold water line. AGE water
supplg kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings
and instructions) is available at extra cost from
gour dealer, bg visiting our Website at
GEAppliances.com (in Canada at
www.GEApplionces.co) or from Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada
1.800.661.1616).
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
3/8" and 5/16" Socket 1/2" and 7/16" Wrench
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Plastic Puttg Knife
Phillips Head Screwdriver
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Installation Instructions
MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
m 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.
IYI REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE
Remove the grille bg removing the two Phillips
head screws.
If the refrigerator must go through
ang 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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Installation Instructions
[_] 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
freezer
hing_
E] 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
E] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND
REFRIGERATOR DOORS
171REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
[_j Remove the freezer door top hinge cover bLI
either squeezing it and pulling it up or bLI
prLling it off with a plastic puttLI knife.
[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws, then
lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin.
5/16"HexHead
[] Open the freezer door to 90 °
F
90°
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Installation Instructions
MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR ICONT.)
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR Icont.)
r_ As one person slowlg lifts the freezer door up
and off the bottom hinge, the second person
should carefullg guide the water line and power
line (harness) through the bottom hinge.
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90°
r_ set the door on a non-scratching surface with
the inside up.
IYI REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
r_ Remove the refrigerator door top hinge cover
bg either squeezing it and pulling it up or bg
prging it off with a plastic puttg knife.
I_ REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
Icont.)
r_ Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws, then
lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin.
5/!6" Hex Head
r_ open the refrigerator door to 90 °
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90°
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Installation Instructions
I_I REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
(cont.)
r_ Lift the refrigerator door up and off the bottom
hinge.
If the refrigerator has o refreshment center,
one person should slowlg lift the door up and
off the bottom hinge and the second person
should carefullg guide the electrical lines
(harnesses) through the bottom hinge.
Refreshment Center Models onlg
r_ set the door on a non-scratching surface with
the inside up.
F_ REPLACING THE DOORS
To replace the doors, simplg reverse steps 3
through 8.
However, pleose note the following:
• When lowering the doors onto the bottom
hinges, make sure the second person
carefullg guides the tube and harnesses
through the holes in the hinges.
• When connecting the water line, make sure
gou insert the tubing all the wag to the mark.
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• 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
onlg), be sure that the connectors are seated
together fullg.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
• Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because
it will not run often enough to maintain proper
temperatures.
• Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go above 100°F (37°C) because
it will not perform properly.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to support
it fullg loaded.
CLEARANCES
Allow the following clearances for ease of
installation, proper air circulation and plumbing
and electrical connections:
Sides 1/8" (4 mm)
Top 1" (25 mm)
Back 1" (25 mm)
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