GE ETS22XBPCRCC Original instructions

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Safely Instructions
Connect Electricity ................ 3
Extension Cords .................. 2
Proper Disposal ................... 9
Safety Precautions ................. 9
Operating Instructions
Additional Features ................ 9
Automatic Icemaker . ............. l0
Oonuols ...................... 4, 5
Crispers and Pans .............. 9, 10
Shelves and Bins ................ 7, 8
V_'ater Dispenser . ................ 11
V{ater Fiher . ..................... 6
Care and Cleaning .............. 11
Replacing the Light Bulbs ......... 19
In_lallation In#ructions
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator .................. 13
Rexersing the Door Swing ...... 18-92
V_'amr Line Installation ......... 14-18
Troubleshooting Tips ......... 24-26
Nomml Operating Sounds ......... 93
Consumer Support
Oonsumer Support ........ Back Co_r
Perfot_nance Data Sheet ........... 97
Stare of Calitbmia Wamr
Treaunent Device Certificam ....... 98
¼'atTantv for Canadian Customers ...99
_'atTantv for U.S. Customers ....... 30
Models 22,25
Cong_lateur sup_rieur
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La section fran_aise commence a la page 31
Congelador superior
Refrigeradores
La secci6n en espa#ol empieza en la pagina 63
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on the gray label
on the lett side, near the top of the
refrigerator compartment.
200B8222PO#1 49-60446 !1-05 JR

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 refl_igerator must be i)rol)erlv installed
and located in accordance with tile Installation
Instructions befi)re it is used.
::_ Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the refl_igeratm: They could
damage the reli_igerator and seriously iqjm'e
themselves.
i_J_Do not touch tile cold sm'fi_ces in tile fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin max stick t() these extremely cold sm'ti_ces.
i)::Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liqtfids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
::_ In refligeratcn_ with automatic icemakeI_,
avoid contnct with tile moving parts of tile
ejector mechanism, or with the heating
element located on the bottom oI the icemaker
Do not place finge_ or hands on the autolnatic
icemaking mechanism while the reii_igerator
is i)lugged in.
i):: Kee I) fingeI_ out of tile "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the (lom_ and between
the doois and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careflfl closing doois when children are
in the area.
::_ UnI)lug tile refrigerator belin'e cleaning and
making repaiI_.
NOTE: Westrongly recommendthatanyservicingbe
performed bya quafified individual
i)::Setting tile controls to tile 0(Off) position does
not remove power m tile light circuit. On some
models, only the refl-igerator control has a
0 (off) setting.
::_ Do not refi'eeze frozen fi)ods which have
thawed completely:
DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrai)inent and suffocation are not
problems of the past..J/mked or abandoned
refl'igerato_ are still dangerous...even if they
will sit fin" "just a tew days." If you are getting
rid of yore" old refrigeratm; please follow the
instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOld
Refrigerator or Freezer:
::Ji::Take off tile clom_.
Refrigerants
M1 refl-igeration products contain refi_igerants,
which under fi_deral law must be removed prior
to product disposal. If you are getting Jd of an
old refl_igeration product, check with tile company
handling tile disposal about what to do.
!i?:I,eave tile shelves in place so that children
mm not easilx climb inside.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
HoweveI; if you IllllSt IlSe _lIl extension cord, it is absohltely necess_li'y that it be a UL-listed (in tile United
Stares) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grotmding D'pe appliance extension cord having a grotmding
D'pe i)lug and outlet and that the electrical rating _ff the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

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WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Donot, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safezg,this appfiance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a &prong (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (gromMing) wall outlet
to minimize the possibili_, of electric shock hazard
fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall out.let and circuit checked bv
a qualified electrician to make sm'e the out.let
is properly grotmded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-pr(mg outlet,
it is yore" personal responsibiliQ and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly gr(mnded
S-prong wall outlet.
The refl-igerator should alwa D be plugged into
its own individual electrical outlet which has
a w)ltage rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best pe_l'bmmnce and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring, circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.
Never m_plug yore" refl-igerator by pulling on the
power cord. Mways grip plug firefly and pull
straight out fl'om the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords
that have become fl'aved or otherwise damaged.
Do not rise a cord that sho_:s cracks or abI'asion
damage along its length or at either end.
When moving the refligerator away fl'om the
wall, be careflfl not to roll over or damage the
power cord,
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe controlsontherefrigerator.
Thecontrols will look like one of the following:
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Initially, set the refrigerator control at5 and the freezer control at 5
and allow 12-24hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one
increment at a time, and allow 12hours after each adjustment for
the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
Setting the controls to 0stops cooling in both the refrigerator and
freezer compartments but does not shut off electrical power to
the refrigerator. Onsome models, only the refrigerator control has
a0setting.
Touchpad controls
*SettingeithercontrolatOwillautomaticallysettheothercontrolatO.
Thezeros will blink until you set the controls.
*If both controls are set at 0and either COLDERpad ispressed, the
controls will automatically reset to 5.
Controlsettingswill varybasedonpersonalpreferences, usageand
operatingconditionsandmay require more than oneadjustment.
Locking the Controls (onsomemodels)
This _eature allo_:_ you to lock the controls
so the settings cannot be changed.
Tolock the controls:
O Set the controls to the desired settings.
0 Press and hold the lock pad/iw
24 seconds.
\\]_en the controls are locked, the indicator
light will come on and the control settings
will not be displayed.
To unlock the controls:
Press and hold the lock pad fiw 3 seconds.
_Mter mllocking the controls, the settings
will be displayed, the lock indicator light
will go out and the settings can be changed.
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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, gecom
HOLO 3 SECS
The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the
refrigerator compartment and O°Ffor the freezer compartment.
Allow24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset
recommended settings.
The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature
as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer.
The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET
temperature based on usage and operating environment.
Setting either or both controls to OFFstops cooling in both the
freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off
electrical power to the refrigerator.
NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering
the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during
installation, remove it now.
To change the temperature, press and release the
WARMER or COLDERpad. Tile SETlight will come
on and tile display will show tile set temi)eramre.
To change the temperature, tap either the
WARMER or COLDER pad until tile desired
telnl)erature is displayed. ReflJgerator telnl)eratures
can be a(!justed between 34°F and 44°F and tile
fl'eezer teinperatures can be ac!justed between
-()°F and +6°E
Once the desired temperature has been set,
tile temperature display will return to tile actual
refi_gerator and fl'eezer teilll)erattlres after 5
seconds. Several a(!justments may be required.
Each time you a(!just controls, allow 24 hom_ fin" the
refl_igerator to reach the temperature you have set.
To turn the cooling system off, tap the WARMER pad
fin" either tile refi_gerator or tile fl'eezer tmtil tile
display sho_:s OFF. To turn the unit back on, press tile
COLDER pad fin" either tile refrigerator or fl'eezex:
The SETlight will ilhmfinate on the side w)u
selected, Then press the COLDER pad again (on the
side where the SETlight is ilhmfinated) and it will
go to the preset points of O°Ffi)r the fl'eezer and
37°Ffl)r tile refl_igeratox: Setting either or both
controls to OFFstops cooling in both the fi'eezer
and refl_igerator compartments, but does not shut
off electrical power to tile reli_igerator
Locking the Controls (on some models)
This feature allo_vs w_u to lock tile controls
so the settings cannot be changed.
To lock the controls:
@ Set tile controls to tile desired settings.
Press and hold the lock pad fin.
3 seconds.
When the controls are locked, the indicator
light will come on and the control settings
will not be displayed.
Tounlock the controls:
Press and hold tile lock pad fin" 3 seconds.
_Mter Âmloc!dng tile controls, tile settings
will be displayed, the lock indicator light
will go out and the settings can be changed.

Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemodels)
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located inside
the cartridge holder in the back upper right
corner of the reflJgerator c(nni_artment.
NOTE:Some models ship with the filter
bypass plug in place of tile filter cartridge.
The filter byl)ass I_lug needs U) be removed
betore the filter cartridge is installed. Keep
tile filter byl)ass I_lug fiw flmu'e use.
When to Replace the Filter
The filter cartridge should be replaced
every six monthsor earlier if the flow ot
water to tile icemaker and dispenser
decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
0 If you are replacing tile cartridg-e,
fi_t remoxe tile old one. To open tile
cartridge cove_; push in where indicated
and tile cover will drop down.
@ Remoxe tile cartridge b) slowl) rotating
it to tile left. A small amount of water
may drip down.
'_ CAUTION_ Ifair has been
trapped in the system, the filter cartridge
may be eiected as it is remoxed. Use caution
when I'eIllOx, in r
Mark yore" calendar to remind you to
replace tile filter cartridge in six months.
@ Remove tile protective fi)il fl'om tile end
of tile cartridge.
Position the cartridge inside the
cartridge holder and slowl) rotate tile
cartridge to tile right tmfil it stops.
When tile camidge is property installed,
vou will feel it "click" as it locks into
place. The blade on the end of the
cartlidge should be positioned
xertically: Do not ovortighton.
O Close tile cartridge cove_;
@ Run water fl'om tile dispenser fl)r
3 minutes (about 1½ gallons) to clear
tile system and prevent sputtering.
See 7"0{]so the l)isponsor section.
NOTE:A newEqnstalled water filter cartridge
may ca#so water to spurttiom tile dispense_:
Filter Bypass Plug
Y)u must use tile filter byl)ass plug
when a replacement filter cartridge is not
awfilable. The dispenser and the icemaker
will not operate without tile filter or filter
bypass plug.
Replacement Filters
Toorderadditionalfiltercartridges
in theUnitedStates,visitourWebsite,go.corn,
or call GEPartsandAccessories,800.626.2002.
Filter Model GS_.VF
Suggested Retail Price $34.95 USD
()lStOlllers in Canada should constllt
the yellow pages ti)r tile nearest Camco
Service Center:

Abouttheshelvesandbins. gecem
Not all features are on all models.
Rearranging the Shelves
Shel',es in the refl-igerator,..... and fl'eezer coml)artments are a(!iustnble.
Refrigerator Compartment
Toremove:
0 Tilt the shelf up at the fl'(mt.
I,ifi the shelf up at the back and
bring the shelf out.
Some models have wire shelves that
can be adjusted in thesame mamTer.
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To replace:
0 _ hile tilting the shelf up, insert the top
hook at the back of the shelf in a slot
on the track.
0 I,ower the fl'ont of the shelf tmtil the
bottom of the shelf locks into place.
Freezer Compartment
Toremove:
I,ifl up the leti side of the shelf and
slide it leti into the center of the shelf
supports.
0 Rotate the fight side of the shelf up and
out of the shelf supports.
Te replace:
Holding the shelf diagonally, insert the
left end of the shelf into the center of
the shelf sui)ports on the side wall at the
desired level.
0Insert the right end of the shelf into the
shelf supports at the same level. Rest
each end of the shelf" on the bottom oI
the shelf supports.
NOTE."Formodelswith an automaticicemaker,
the freezershelf mustbe in thelower position
forthe ice cube buckettocatch the cubes.
Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)
Spillproof shelves ha_e sl)e(ial edges to
hel I) prexent spills fl'om dfipl)ing to lower
shel',es. To remo_,e or replace the shel',es,
see Rearranging the Shelves.

Abouttheshelvesandbins(cont.).
Sfide-Out Spil/proof Shelf (onsomemodels)
The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you
to reach items stored behind othe_. The
spedal edges are designed to help prevent
spills from dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove:
0 Remove all items ti'om shell
Slide the shelf out tmfil it stops.
I,iti the fl'ont edge of the shelf tmtil the
central tabs are above the fl'ont bin:
0Continue pulling the shelf torward
tmtil it can be removed.
To replace:
Place the rear shelf tabs just in ti'ont ot
the central notches on the shelf fi'ame,
Slide the shelf in tmfil the central tabs
are slightly behind the front bin:
I,ower the shelf" into place tmtil it is
horizontal and slide the shelf in.
Make surethat the she/f sits fiat after relbstaiiation
anddoesn'tmovefreeiy fromside toside.
Make sureyoupush the shelvesa// the way in
before youclose the door
,Fingerhold
,.Snugger Adjustable Bins on the Door
A(!justable bins can easily be carried ti'om
reflJgerator to work area.
Toremove:i,ifi bin straight up, then
pull out.
TOreplace or relocate: Engage the bin in the
molded supports of the (h)o_; and push in.
Bin will lock in place.
The snuggerhelps prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the (loot"
shell (h_ii) the finger hold near the rear of
the snugger and move it to fit w)ur needs.
Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door
Toremove: Lift the shelt straight up, then
pull out.
Toreplace:Engage the shelf in the rooMed
supports on the door and push down.
It will lock in place.
Freezer Tilt OutBin (onsomemodels)
Push the button as you tilt out the bin.
Toremove: Hold the sides of the bin and
lift it straight up, then pull out.
Toreplace:Engage the ends ot the bin in
the molded supports on the door and
push down, ]t will lock in place,
NOTE."Do notoverloadthe bin.

Abouttheadditional features, gecom
Not all features are on all models.
Shelf Saver Rack (onsomemodels)
Slide-out beverage rack holds 12 cans of
soda ()r _2_ne/water" bottles (lengthwise).
It can be removed fin" cleanim,
Toremove, slide the rack out to the stop
position, lift the rack up and past the stop
position and lift it out.
Aboutthe crispersandpans.
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excess water that max' accumtflate in the
bottom of the (h'awe_ or trader the (h'awe_
should be wiped dry.
Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the way to the LOW
HIGH setting to provide high lmmidit_ .settino_ to prmide lower h umidit)levels
recommended for most ;egetnbles. recommended for most fl'uits.
Snack Pan (onsomemodels)
This pan can be mo;ed to the most tlseflll
location fi)r _om" fhmiE's needs. Toremove, slide the pan out to the stop
position, lift the pan uI) and past the stop
position and lift it out.
Adjustable Temperature Deft Pan (onsomemodels)
When the pan is placed in the top 6 slots
on the left side and the lever is set at
COLDEST,air fl'om the ti'eezer is fi)rced
arotmd the pan to kee I) it ve_' cold.
You can move the pan to any location if
you don't want the extra cold storage.
The settings can be ac!justed anywhere
between cold , and coldest
When set at cold, the pan will stay at the
normal refl_igerator teml)erature.
The coldest setting provides the coldest
storage _1i'e_l.
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Aboutcrisperremoval
Not all features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
To Remove:
These (h'awex5 can be remoxed easily b)
lifting up slighfl) while pulling tile drawer
past tile stop location.
When the door cannot be fully opened,
rein eve th e dra wet fi_rth est from th e door
fixst. Make sure the drawer closest to the
door is fifllv closed. There is a latch at the
fi'ont of the center slide rail. Push down on
the latch and slide the center slide rail, to
which tile drawer is attached, a_;ly fl'om tile
door l,[enlove the drawer
Abouttheautomaticicemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice.
Power
Switch Icemaker
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PowerLight
Powerswitch model
EeelerArmin
theSTOP
FeelerArroin up position
theON down
position
Feelerarm model
Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
Tile icemaker will produce seven or eight
cubes (depending on model) per cycle--
approximately 100-130 cubes in a 24-hem"
period, depending on fl'eezer compartment
teiili)ei';ittlYe _ i'ooi/] teiili)ei';ittli'e _ ntlillbeY
of door openings and other use conditions.
There are two t)])es oficemake_: power
switch models and ti_eler am/models.
If tile refi_igerator is operated heft)re tile
water connection is made to tile icemake_;
set tile power switch to 0 (Off) or move tile
teeler am_ to tile STOP(up) position.
When tile refl_igerator has been connected
to the water SUl)l)ly, set the power switch to
tile I (on) position or move tile feeler arm to
tile ON (down) position. On I)ower switch
models, the green light will come on.
You will hear a buzzing sotmd each time
the icemaker flls with water:
Tile icemaker will fill Mth water when it
cools to approximately 15°F. A newly-
installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24
hom_ to begin making ice cubes.
Throw awm tile first tew batches of ice to
alh)w tile water line to clear
Be sm'e nothing intetTeres xfith tile sweep
of tile feeler amL
&._]/en tile bin fills to tile level of tile teeler
am_, tile icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is nomml fi)r several cul)es to be joined
together:
If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes
will become cloud> tnste stale and shrink.
On power switch models, tile green power
light will blink if ice cubes get stuck in tile
icemaket: To correct this, set tile power
switch to 0 (Of'/)and I'eIllOVe tile cubes. Set
the power switch to / (on} to restart the
icemake_; _Mier tile icemaker has been
turned on again, there will be a delay of
about 45 minutes heft)re tile icemaker
I'eStlllles ol)elTItion.
NOTE:Inhomeswithlower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayheartheicemakercyclemultiple
timeswhenmakingonebatchofice.
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Icemaker Accessory Kit
If )our refl_igerator did not come ah'eadv
equil)l)ed with an automatic icemake_;
an icemaker accessmw kit is ax filable at
extra cost.
Check tile back of tile refl_igerator fi)r
tile specific icemaker kit needed fi)r
VOIII" model.

Aboutthe water dispenser.(onsomemodels) ge.com
Tile water dispenser is located on tile left
wall inside tile reti_gerator COlllpartl/lent.
To dispense water:
O Hold tile glass against tile recess,
O Push tile water dispenser button,
O Hold the glass underneath the
dispenser fi)r 9-3 seconds aiier
releasing tile dispenser button,
X_'Ker may continue to dispense
after tile button is released.
If no water isdispensedwhen the refwerator is fkst
installed, theremay be al?in the water linesystem.
Pressthe dlspenserbutton for at /east2minutes to
removetrappedair fromthe water lineand tofill the
watersystem.Duringthis process,the dispenser
noise maybe loud asthe air ispurged from the
water line system.Toflushout impurities in the
water line,throw away the fkst 6glassfuls of water
NOTE: Toavoid water deposits, the &spenser
should be cleaned periodically by wiping with a
clean cloth or sponge.
Careand cleaningoftherefrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
The doorhandles and trim. Clean with
a cloth dampened with soapy water:
D_y with a soft cloth.
Keep the outsideclean. Wipe with a dean
cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid
dish detergent. D_y with a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe therefrigerator with a soiled dishcloth
or wet towel Thesemay leavea residue that
can erodethepaint Donot usescouringpads,
powdered cleaners,bleach orcleanerscontaining
bleachbecausetheseproductscanscratchand
weakenthepaint finish.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box ot
baking soda in tile refligerator and fl'eezer
COI//i)a I'tlll ents.
Unplugthe refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not i)ractical, wring excess moisture
()lit of sponge or cloth when cleaning
arotlnd switches, lights or controls.
Use wmm water and baking soda solution--
about a tablespoon (15 ml) ot baking soda
to a quart (1 liter) of wam_: This both cleans
and neutralizes odm_. Thoroughly rinse
and wipe dry:
Avoid cleaningcolflglass shelves(onsomemodels)
with hot water becausethe extreme temperature
difference maycause them tobreak. Handleglass
shelvescarefully Bumpingtemperedg/asscan
causeit toshatter
Do not washanyrefr/_Teratorparts in the dishwasher
Washice trays in lukewarm water only--do notput
themin an automaticdishwasher
Behind the Refrigerator
Be carefifl when moving tile reii_igerator
away fi'om tile wall. _M1types of floor
coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
eillbossed stlrJ[il ces.
Pull tile reii_igerator straight out and return
it to position by i)ushing it straight in.
Moving tile refi_igerator in a side direction
may result in damage to tile floor covering
or refrigerator.
Whenpushing therefn)erator back,makesure you
don't roll over thepower cordor icemakersupply
fine{onsomemodels).
Preparing for Vacation
For long Va(ations oF absen(es_ reillOVe
food and tmI)lug tile refiigerator. Move
tile fl'eezer control to tile O (off) position,
and clean tile interior with a baking soda
solution of one tablespoon (l 5 ml) of
baking soda to one quart (l liter) of water.
i,eave tile (loo_ open.
Set tile icemaker power switch to tile O (off)
position and shut off tile water supply to
tile refrigerator.
If tile temperature can drop below fl'eezing,
have a qualified se_Mcer drain the water
supply s)istelll (on SOllle Illodels) to prevent
serious I)roI)e_F dalnage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all h>ose items such as base grille,
shelves and (h'awe_ by taping them secm'ely
in place to prevent damage.
Besure therefngerator stays in an up@t position
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Replacingthe lightbulbs.
Turning the control to the 0(off) position does not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Compartment
CAUTION:ah,b./bsmaybehot
0 Unplug the refiigerator.
O The bulbs are located at the top of
the refrigerator ('omi)artn_ent near
the opening. On some models, a light
shield will have to be removed.
0 To remove the light shield, grasp the
shield as shown. Squeeze the shield
and rotate the shield to_m'd the back
ot the refl_igeratm: The light shield
will pop out.
0 Replace the bull) with an appliance
bulb of the same or l()wer wattage.
On models with a light shield, replace
the light shield.
0 Plug the refiJgerator back in.
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Freezer Compartment Light (onsomemodels)
,&CAUTION:ah,b./bsmaybe
O UnI)lug the reflJgeratot:
The bull) is located 1)ehind a light
shield at the back of the freezer
compartment. To remove, squeeze
the top and bottom ot the shield and
pull the shield off.
0 #dter replacing with an appliance bull)
of the same or lower wattage, replace
the shield.
Plug the refi_igerator back in.
Freezer Compartment Dome Light (onsomemodels)
CAUTION:L>,b./bm.ybehot.
Unplug the refi-igerator
The bull) is located at the top of the
fl'eezer compartment inside the dome
light shieM. To remove the shieM, place
your finger in the pocket at the back
ot the shield. Pull the shield fin'ward
aIld dowIl.
After replacing with an appliance
bulb of the same or h)wer wattaoe
replace the shield.
0Plug the refrigerator back in.
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 22 and25
IQuestions?Call800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)or Visito,u-X_ebsiteat:ge.com
In Canada,call 1.800.361.3400or Visit,,mX_ebsiteat:www.geappliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and ca_refully.
"IMPORTANT - *,,rethese
instructions fl)r local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT -Obse,,'e.11
go\ erning codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these
instructions with tile Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - KeeI)these instructions
_()r hlttu'e re_brence.
• Sldll level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refl'igerator Installation
]5 minutes
" Proper installation is tile responsibility of
tile installer.
" Product fidlure due to improi)er installation
is not covered under tile Warranty.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(ON SOME MODELS)
If tile reli'igerator has an icelnaker, it will have to be
colmected to a cold water line. AGE water supply kit
(coi_tailfing tubing, shutott wdve, fittings aim
instluctioI_s) is awfilable at extra cost from yo/u" dealer,
by visiting o/u" _.Vebsite at ge.com (in Canada at
www.geappliances.ca) or fl'Oln Parts aim Accessories,
800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
•Do not install tile refl'igerator where tile teml)eramre
will go below 60°F (l 6°C) because it will not run olten
enough to maii_tain proper telnperamres.
• Do not install tile refrigerator where tile temi)erature
will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not i)erflwln
properl>
• Install it on a floor strong enough to sui)port it fifllv
loaded.
CLEARANCES
Mlow tile fi)llowing clearances fi_r ease of installation,
i)roper air circulation aim i)lunfl)ing aim electrical
connections:
• Sides 1/8" (4 mm)
• Top 1" (25 ram)
• Back 1" (25 ram)
If the refl_igerator is against a wall on either side, allow
a 1/8" (3 ram) door clearance.
ROLLERS
The rollers have 3 purposes:
• Rollei_ ac!iust so tile dooi_ close on their own when
opened about 45 °.
• RolleI_ a@ust so tile refl-igerator is filmly positioned
on tile floor aim does not wobble.
• Rollei_ allow ) ou to u/ox e the refrigerator awa) fl'on_
the wall for cleaning,
To adjust the rollers:
O Removethebaseg_lleb, II l/
positioning hands as shown. II _/ ||
0 _'_lle""_wa"d"I"ilthe"liI)s%\ tl
s.apo.t.
0/
refl_igeratoi: c.;_,, ,_
/_.rsing a screwdrixei; turn _
tile two ti'ont roller
a(!justing screws clockwise
to raise the refi_igei'atoi,
comlterclockwise to lower it.
Replace the grille so the
notch in tile grille will fit
aro/md tile bottoln door
hinge.
0Tilt the top of the grille
toward tile refrigerator aim
insert the long metal clips
into tile top of tile owd
oi)enings at tile bottoln of
tile reti-igeratoi:
Rotate tile bottoln of tile
grille toward tile refi'igerator
until it snaps into place.
/
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Installation instructions
iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LiNE (ONSOMEMODELS)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recommended copper water supply kits are WXSX2,
WXSX3 or WXSX4, depending on the amount of
tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines
are GE SmartConnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing
(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and
WX08X10025).
When connecting your reh'igerator to a GE Reverse
Osmosis l,Llter S}_stem, the only approved installation
is with a GE RV/<it. For other reverse osmosis water
systems, fl)llow the mantffhcturer's recommendations.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufimmrer. Follow these
instructions carehdly to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.
_Aater hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
plmnbing can cause damage to refl'igerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified
plmnber to correct water hammer beflwe installing
the water supl_ly line to the refl'igerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook
up the water line to the hot water line.
If you use vom" refl'igerator before comlecting the
water line, make sm'e the icemaker power switch is
in the 0 (of[} position.
Do not install the icemaker robing in areas where
temperatures thll below fl'eezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sm'e the device is double
insulated or gr(mnded in a maxmer to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is batte_ T powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
phm_bing code requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
/
• Copper or GE SmartConnect '' Refrigerator Tubing
kit, l/4" outer diameter to connect the refi'igerator
to the water supply. If using copper, be sm'e both ends
of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much robing you need: measure
the distance from the water wdve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add
8' (2.4 m). Be sure there is sulticient extra robing
(about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the reh'igerator to
nlove out ti'oin the wall aDer installation.
GE Smart(hmnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing lZdts are
available in the following lengths:
2' (0.6 m) - _TX08X10002
6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10006
15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015
25' (7.6 m) - WX08X10025
Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)
as described above.
NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in GE SmartComaect '_' Refrigerator Tubing
kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line
because the line is under pressure at all times. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age mad cause
water dmnage to your home.
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WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra
cost frmn your dealer or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
• A cold water supply. The water pressure must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).
•Power drill.
• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
• Two 1/4" outer diaaneter compression nuts and
2ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper tubing
to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.
OR
•If you are usino a GE Smat t(;onnect' Refrigerator
Tubino_ kit, the necessary, fittinos_, are preassembled
to the tubing
• If yotu" existing COl)per water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (awfilable at
plmnbing supply stores) to connect the water line to
the refl'igerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting
with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.
Do not cut tom_ed end fl'om GE SmartConnect '_
Refl'igerator tubing.
•Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff wflve should have a water inlet with a
minimmn inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
shutoff valves are included in manv water supply kits.
getOre i)urchasing, inake sure a saddle-type valve
complies with yore" local l)hunbing codes.
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.
[] SHUT OFF THE MAiN WATER
SUPPLY
Ttu'n on the nearest taucet long enough to clear
the line of water.
[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location fl_r the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect
into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection
to the top or side, rather than at the bottom,
to avoid drawing off anv sediment fl'om the
water pipe.
[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (even it using a
sell:piercing valve) using a sharp bit. Remove anv
burrs resulting fl'om drilling the hole in the pipe.
Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill.
Faihu'e to drill a 1/4" hole may result in reduced
ice production or smaller cubes.
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iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LiNE (CONT.)
[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff xalxe to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.
PipeClamp_
Saddle-TypeJ -VerticalCold
ShutoffValve WaterPipe
NOTE: Conmmnwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wflves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
(hmsult with wmr licensed plmnber.
[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten tile clamp screws tmtil tile sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may c_ush tile
tubing. Washer
Pipe
Clamp
[] ROUTE THE TUBING
Route tile tubing between tile cold water line and
tile refl'igera tot.
Route tile tubing through a hole drilled in tile wall
or floor (behind tile refrigerator or ac!jacent base
cabinet) as close to tile wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet [944 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refl'igerator to
move out fl'oln tile wall after installation.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING
TO THE VALVE
Place tile compression nut and tiq'_ ule (sleexe)
fi)r COl)per tubing onto tile end of tile tubing and
connect it to tile shutoff xalxe.
Make sm'e tile tubing is flflly inserted into tile valve.
Tighten the compression nut secm'elv.
D)r plastic tubing fl'om a (kE SmartConnect ''_
Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end
of the robing into the shutoff wflve and tighten
compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening
Ill'IV CatlSe leaks.
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve ,,_
3ression
Nut
SmartConnect_
Tubing
Packing Nut--
OutletValve-- -- Ferrule(sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plmnbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with yore" licensed plmnbe_:
[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn tile main water sui_ply on and flush out tile
tubing tmtil tile water is clear.
Sh lit the water off a t the water valve after about
one quart (l liter) of water has been flushed
through tile tubing.
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[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
•getore making tile connection to tile reti'igerator,
be sure tile refl'igerator power cord is not
plugged into the wall outlet,
• We recommend installing a water filter if w)tu"
water sui)ply has sand or particles that could clog
the screen of the refl'igerator's water wdve. Install
it in the water line near the refrigerator. If using
GE SmartConnect '_ Refl'igerator Tubing kit, you
will need an additional tube (WX08X10009) to
connect tile filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
Reillo_,e tile access co_,ei',
Remove tile plastic flexible cap from tile water xalve
(refrigerator connection).
©
Place tile compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown, On GE
SmartConnect _'' Refl'igerator Tubing kit, tile nuts
are ah'eadv assembled to tile tubing.
Insert tile end of tile tubing into tile water wdve
connection as thr as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten tile fitting.
For plastic tubing fl'om a GE Smart(:mmect ''_
Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end of
the tubing into the shutoff wdve and tighten
compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional turn with a wrench, Overtightening
Ill}IV catlse leaks,
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp provided to hold
it in a vertical position. You may need to PU open
tile clamp.
One of the illustrations below wiU look like the
connection on your refrigerator.
Icemaker ModelswithoutWater Dispenser
1/4"Tubing
SmartC_
Tubing
Water DispenserModels
TubingClamp...
1/4"CompressionNut,
)nNut
(sleeve)
- Refrigerator
Connection
1/4"Tubir_
Refrig SmartC innect _ Tubing
[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten am connections that leak.
Reattach tile access cover.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
__rranoe the coil of tubing so that it does not xibrate
against tile back of tile refri,,erator_ or against, tile
wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
START THE ICEMAKER
Power switch models - Set tile icemaker power
switch to the I(on) position. The icemaker will
not begin to operate tmtil it reaches its operating
temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below. It will then
begin operation automatically if the icemaker
power switch is in the I(oil) position, and the
green light will come on.
Power
Switch icemaker
Light Powerswitch model
START THE ICEMAKER (CONT.)
Feeler arm models - Move tile feeler arm to tile
ON(down) position. Tile icemaker will not begin to
operate until it reaches its operating temperature
of (l 5 F) (-9 (:) or below. It will begin operation
automaticallv if the icemaker teeler am_ is in the
ON (down) position.
_rqin the
STOP(up)position
FeelerArmintheON
(down)position
Feeler arm model
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, tile
3 "
wateI" xalxe max tt/i'ii oi1 tl I) to .tlInes to delixer
ello/l(rh water to tile icelnakei:
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT NOTES
When re\'e_ing tile door swing:
• Read tile instructions all tile way through before
starting.
• Handle parts careflfllv to avoid scratching paint.
• Set screws down bv their related parts to aw)id using
them in the wrong places.
• Provide a non-scratching work sm'tace for tile doors.
IMPORTANT: Once vou begin, do not Inove tile
cabinet tmtil doo>swi_g reversal is completed.
These instructions are for changing tile hinges fl'om
the right side m the lett side---if wm ever want to change
the hinges back to the fight side, follow these same
instructions and reverse all reterences to left and fight.
Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
compartment.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillipsscrewdriver
Puttyknifeor
thin-bladescrewdriver
5/16" Headsocketdriver
3/4" Headsocketdriver
(a6-pointsocketis
recommended)
Maskingtape
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[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
%q_e the door shut with masking tape.
Remoxe the hinge coxer on top of the fl'eezer door
(on some models).
Ilemo_e the two screws, then litt the hinge straight
ui ) to fi'ee the hinge, pin ti'om the socket in the top
of the doo_:
Remove the tape and tilt the door away fl'om the
cabinet, i,ifl it off the center hinge pin.
Set the door on a non-scratching surtace with
the inside up.
[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR
DOOR
Tape the door shut with maskino, t-.,tape.
Remoxe the center hinge, I)in with a 3/4" socket.
HingePin
Remoxe the tape and tilt the door awa)from the
cabinet. I,ifl the door straight off the bottom hinge
bracket.
Set the door on a non-scratching sudi_ce, with the
inside up.
CAUTION: Do not let door drop to the floor.
To do so could damage the door stop.
[] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO
THE LEFT
Interchange hinge and screws at top fight with screws
at the top left of cabinet.
Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time.
[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE
BRACKET TO THE LEFT
Remove the base grille by pulling it straight out.
Using a socket (hive_; move the bottom hinge bracket
fl'om the fight side to the left side.
NOTE: If the washer is not on the hinge bracket,
check to see if it is stuck to the bottom of the do(n:
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Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE
BRACKET TO THE LEFT
]_.emove tile (enter hinge bracket by removing
tile three screws,
NOTE: Keep these screws with tile hinge bracket.
They are long screws and will be used when installing
tile hinge on tile other side.
Y_u will need to i'eillove tile colo>matched cap fl'om
tile screw head befk)i'e VOtl C}IIII'eIllOVe tile screw.
Use tile edge of a thin fiat blade to gently P_Y tile
caps off tile screw heads. (A putt)' knile works well
tot this,) Cover tile blade with tape to prevent
scratching tile paint,
Remove tile mullion cover fl'om tile lefi side using
the thin fiat blade. Assemble it to the right side.
Remove the screw flx)m the center leli side of the
cabinet. Screw it into the holes on the right side.
Place the center hinge bracket over the holes at
the center leli side of the cabinet. Insert and
tighten the three hmg screws.
Replace tile cap by snapping it over tile screw with
yore" finger.
[] TRANSFER DOOR STOPS
On each doo_, mo_e tile metal door stop fl'om tile
right to tile left.
Moxe any screws fl'om tile left to tile right.
[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR
DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT
To remove the handle: Remove tile plug button by
careflflly pr)_ng trader tile edge with a putt)' knife.
Remove tile exposed screw holding tile handle.
t
HandlePlug
Remoxe tile two screws holding tile handle to tile
top of the door,
Long Handle Short Handle
Short
Screw
Hole Handle
N Plug
Pin
Handle
After removing the handle: Move tile small plug
buttons fl'om tile top fight side of tile door top and
insert them into tile holes on tile opposite side.
SmallPh,
Buttons
Move tile large, I)lu°,_button fl'om tile left edge of the
door and insert it into the hole on the opposite side.
PlugButton
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