GE GBSC0 How to use

GE Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
31-
9179
9179
20-, 22- and 23-cu. ft.
Bottom Mount Refrigerators
Technical Service Guide
December 2008
GE Consumer & Industrial
GBSC0
GBSC3
GDSC0
GDSC3
GDSL0
GDSL3
GDSS0
GFSF2
GFSL2
GFSS2
PDSF0
PFSF2
PDSS0
PFSS2

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The information in this service guide is intended for use by
individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical,
electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a
major appliance may result in personal injury and property
damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the
interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in
connection with its use.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing
this product. If electrical power is required for diagnosis or test
purposes, disconnect the power immediately after performing the
necessary checks.
RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES
If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to
complete a path to ground are removed for service, they must be
returned to their original position and properly fastened.
GE Consumer & Industrial
Technical Service Guide
Copyright © 2008
All rights reserved. This service guide may not be reproduced in whole or in part
in any form without written permission from the General Electric Company.

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Table of Contents
Air Control (Model GBSC0)..........................................................................................................................................44
Airflow .................................................................................................................................................................................29
Articulating Door Mullion (French Door Models) .............................................................................................51
Components.....................................................................................................................................................................32
Components Locator Views......................................................................................................................................25
Condenser Fan................................................................................................................................................................40
Control Board Connector Locator .........................................................................................................................27
Control Diagnostics Using the Temperature Display....................................................................................53
Control Features.............................................................................................................................................................17
Control Housing (Model GBSC0) ............................................................................................................................44
Damper Duct Assembly..............................................................................................................................................42
Defrost Cycle....................................................................................................................................................................24
Defrost Heater.................................................................................................................................................................36
Defrost Thermostat.......................................................................................................................................................37
Dispenser Lock................................................................................................................................................................24
Drawer Closure Mechanisms ...................................................................................................................................52
EMI Filter (Model GBSC0).............................................................................................................................................52
Evacuation and Charging Procedure....................................................................................................................35
Evaporator.........................................................................................................................................................................33
Evaporator Fan ...............................................................................................................................................................39
Freezer and Fresh Food Light Thermostats.......................................................................................................39
Freezer Door or Drawer Handle..............................................................................................................................16
Icemaker ............................................................................................................................................................................32
Icemaker Service Test Mode.....................................................................................................................................56
Installation......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Main Control Board ......................................................................................................................................................46
Nomenclature.................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Overtemperature Thermostat..................................................................................................................................37
Refrigeration Components ........................................................................................................................................30
Refrigeration System ...................................................................................................................................................30
Refrigerator Door Handle...........................................................................................................................................15
Removing the Doors (French Door Models) .......................................................................................................12
Removing the Freezer Drawer ................................................................................................................................14
Replacing Evaporator Using the Brazing Method...........................................................................................31
Return Duct Heaters.....................................................................................................................................................36
Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Models).............................................................................................. 8
Schematic..........................................................................................................................................................................57
Single-Speed Compressor..........................................................................................................................................46
Technical Data................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Thermistors.......................................................................................................................................................................37
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................................................................53
Warranty............................................................................................................................................................................59
Water Dispenser and Interface...............................................................................................................................49
Water Tank........................................................................................................................................................................48
Water Valve ....................................................................................................................................................................47

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These new 20- and 22-cubic foot bottom
mount refrigerators have the following
features:
TurboCool• TM ―Rapidly cools the
refrigerator compartment in order
to more quickly cool foods. (on some
models)
Automatic Icemaker ―Produces 100 to•
130 cubes in a 24-hour period. (on some
models)
Door Alarm ―The door alarm will sound•
if any door is open for more than 2
minutes. (on some models)
Water Dispenser ―Chilled water is•
dispensed from the door or from the
interior side wall of the refrigerator. (on
some models)
Features may vary by model.
Introduction

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Nomenclature
The nomenclature plate is located on the upper left wall
of the fresh food compartment. It contains the following
information:
The letter designating
the year repeats every
12 years.
Example:
T - 1974
T - 1986
T - 1998
• Model and Serial
Number
• Minimum Installation
Clearances
• Electrical Voltage,
Frequency
• Maximum Amperage
Rating
• Refrigerant Charge
and Type
Nomenclature
Serial Number
The first two characters of the serial number
identify the month and year of manufacture.
Example: AR123456S = January, 2008
A- JAN 2008 - R
D - FEB 2007 - M
F - MAR 2006 - L
G - APR 2005 - H
H - MAY 2004 - G
L - JUN 2003 - F
M - JUL 2002 - D
R - AUG 2001 - A
S - SEP 2000 - Z
T - OCT 1999 - V
V - NOV 1998 - T
Z - DEC 1997 - S
The Mini-Manual is located
behind the base grill and taped
under the cabinet.
Exterior Color
WW - White on White
BB - Black on Black
CC - Bisque
SS - Stainless Steel
Model Year
X - 2008
Icemaker/Exterior
J - External Water Dispenser/ 1 Year
Filter/Ice Maker
Brand/Product
P - Profile
Configuration
F - French Door w/ FZ Drawer
D - FF Full Door w/FZ Drawer
Depth/Power
S - Standard Depth
Cubic Feet
20 - 22 cu/ft Interior Features/Shelves
M - Quick Space Shelves
P F S F 2 M J X A W W
Exterior
F - High Gloss Smooth
S - Stainless Steel
Engineering Nomenclature
A - Initial Design
Model Year
X - 2008
Icemaker/Exterior
B - Ice Maker Ready
Brand/Product
G - GE
Configuration
B - Bottom Freezer w/ FZ Door
D - FF Full Door w/FZ Drawer
F - French Door w/ FZ Drawer
Depth/Power
S - Standard Depth
Cubic Feet
20 - 22 - 23 cu/ft Interior Features/Shelves
H - Upgrade Glass Shelves
G B S C 0 H B X A R W W
Exterior
C - Color, L - Clean Steel, S - Stainless
Engineering Nomenclature
A - Initial Design
re
Engineering Nomenclature
R - Right Door Swing
L - Left Door Swing
Exterior Color
WW - White on White, BB - Black
CC - Bisque, SS - Stainless Steel
LS - Clean Steel

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Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Models)
Important: Once you begin, do not move the
cabinet.
Note: Door swing is not reversible on stainless steel
models.
Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.•
Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
compartment.
Once door swing is finalized, ensure the logo•
badge is properly aligned and permanently
secured to the door by removing the adhesive
cover on the back side. Note: A replacement
logo badge is included in the hinge kit.
To remove the refrigerator door:
Tape the refrigerator door shut with masking1.
tape.
Remove the hinge cover (B) on top of the2.
refrigerator door by carefully prying it up with a
putty knife, if necessary.
Using a 5/16-in. socket ratchet/driver, remove3.
the bolts securing the top hinge (C) to the
cabinet. Lift the hinge straight up to free the
hinge pin from the socket in the top of the door.
Carefully remove the door thimble (D) from4.
inside the socket. This will be used again when
reinstalling the door on the other side.
Remove the tape and tilt the door away from5.
the cabinet. Lift the door off the center hinge
pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble
remains on the hinge pin or inside door hinge
pin hole located in the bottom of the door.
Set the door on a non-scratching surface with6.
the inside up.
Hinge Cover
Top Hinge
Door Thimble
To remove the center hinge:
(Models without freezer door)
Remove the hinge pin from the hinge bracket.1.
The hinge pin will be used again with the new
hinge bracket for the other side.
(Continued next page)
Installation
To remove the freezer door:
(Models with freezer door)
Tape the door shut with masking tape.1.
Remove hinge pin from hinge bracket. This will2.
be used again with the new hinge bracket for
the other side.
Remove the tape and tilt the door away from3.
the cabinet. Lift the door off the bottom hinge
pin.

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To transfer the center hinge bracket:
Using a 5/16-in. socket ratchet/driver, remove1.
the bolts securing the center hinge to the
cabinet. Set the bolts aside.
Transfer the plug button and screw hole cover in2.
the hinge holes on the left side to the right side.
3. Install the new center hinge bracket from the kit
on the left side.
To remove the bottom hinge and leveling leg:
(Models with freezer door)
Using a 1/2-in. socket ratchet/driver, remove the1.
nut and hinge pin from the hinge bracket with
leveling leg. Using a 5/16-in. socket ratchet/
driver, remove the screws from the bottom hinge
bracket. These will be reinstalled on the other
side.
(Continued next page)
Remove the button plug from the left side of the4.
door. Remove the door thimble from the right
side of the door. Install the door thimble into the
hole on the left and the button plug into the hole
on the right.
Set the door on a non-scratching surface, with5.
the inside up.
To install the center hinge pin:
(Models without freezer door)
Install the hinge pin into the new hinge bracket.
Bottom Hinge
Bracket
Using a 5/16-in. socket ratchet/driver, remove2.
the screws from the leveling leg bracket on
the other side. These will be reinstalled on the
opposite side.
Leveling Leg
Bracket

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To transfer the refrigerator door handle:
Refer to Refrigerator Door Handle section for
instructions.
To transfer the refrigerator and freezer door
stops:
Remove the door stop (A) on right side of the1.
bottom of the door by removing the two screws.
Move the plastic hinge hole thimble (B) to the2.
opposite hole.
Install the door stop on the left side (C), making3.
sure to line up the screw holes in the door stop
with the holes in the bottom of the door.
Bottom of
Refrigerator Door
(Right Side)
Bottom of
Refrigerator Door
(Left Side)
A
To install the bottom hinge and leveling leg:
(Models with freezer door)
Using a 1/2-in. socket ratchet/driver, install the1.
hinge pin and nut in the opposite hole on the
hinge bracket with leveling leg.
Using a 5/16-in. socket ratchet/driver, install the2.
hinge bracket with leveling leg on the left side
of the refrigerator. The pin will be toward the
outside of the refrigerator.
Using a 5/16-in. socket ratchet/driver, install3.
the leveling leg bracket on the right side of the
refrigerator.
To rehang the freezer door:
(Models with freezer door)
Lower the freezer door onto the bottom hinge1.
pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble
is on the hinge pin or inside the door hinge pin
hole located in the bottom of the door.

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To rehang the refrigerator door:
Lower the refrigerator door onto the center1.
hinge pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin
thimble is on the center hinge pin or inside door
hinge pin hole located in the bottom of the door.
Make sure the gasket on the door is flush3.
against the cabinet and is not folded. Support
the door on the handle side and make sure the
door is straight and the gap between the doors
is even across the front. While holding the door
in place, tighten the top hinge bolts. Replace the
hinge cover.
Remove the adhesive backing paper and align4.
the pins on the back of the badge with the holes
in the door. Apply pressure to the badge to
ensure it sticks to the door.
Straighten the door and line it up with the center2.
hinge bracket. Install the center hinge pin with
a 3/4-in. socket ratchet/driver. Turn it until it
extends through the hinge bracket and into the
freezer door.
Insert the door thimble into the hinge hole on2.
top of the refrigerator door and then insert the
top hinge pin. Make sure the door is aligned with
the cabinet. Attach the hinge to the top of the
cabinet loosely with the bolts.

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7. Set the door on a non-scratching surface with
the inside up.
8. Using a 5/16-in. socket ratchet/driver, remove
the bolts securing the center hinge to the
cabinet. Set the hinge and bolts aside.
Remove the hinge cover on top of the4.
refrigerator door by removing the Phillips head
screw and pulling it up.
Using a 5/16-in. socket ratchet/driver, remove5.
the bolts securing the top hinge to the cabinet.
Then lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge
pin from the socket in the top of the door.
6. Remove the tape and tilt the door away from
the cabinet. Lift the door off the center hinge
pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble
remains on the hinge pin or inside door hinge
pin hole located in the bottom of the door.
Note: Follow the same procedure on the opposite
door. There are no wires, water lines or center hinge
covers on the opposite side.
Hinge Cover
Top Hinge
Removing the Doors (French Door Models)
Important: Once you begin, do not move the
cabinet.
Note: Door swing is not reversible.
Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.•
Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
compartment.
To remove the top door:
Tape the door shut with masking tape.1.
Start with left-hand door first. Remove the2.
screw securing the center hinge cover, lift the
hinge cover and place to the side on top of the
refrigerator.
Remove water coupling and power coupling.3.
Remove hinge cover
(1 Phillips screw)
(for water dispenser models)
Water Coupling
Remove the metal
spring clip. Use a
screwdriver to push
the red plastic locking
clip down and off.
C1
Water Coupling
Push red collar
and hold.
Pull tube.
Power Coupling
Black mark
flush with
collar assembly
Pull apart
power coupling
to disconnect
C2
C3
(Continued next page)

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To replace the top door:
Install the center hinge on each side.1.
Lower the refrigerator door onto the center2.
hinge pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin
thimble is on the center hinge pin or inside door
hinge pin hole located in the bottom of the door.
3. Securely tape the door shut with masking tape
or have a second person support the door.
4. Route wires through bottom left hinge pin slot.
Insert the top hinge pin into the hinge hole
on top of the refrigerator door. Make sure the
door is aligned with the cabinet and opposite
door. Attach the hinge to the top of the cabinet
loosely with the bolts.
5. On left-hand doors, pass the wires and water
line through the center hinge pin. Then connect
the water line and 4-pin connector.
6. Make sure the gasket on the door is flush
against the cabinet and is not folded. Make sure
the door is straight and the gap between the
doors is even across the front. While holding
the aligned door in place, tighten the top hinge
bolts. Replace the hinge cover and screw.
Hinge Pin
Bottom
Left Hinge
Pin Slot
(appearance may vary)
4-Pin
Connector Water Line
Center Hinge Pin
Top Hinge Bolts
Hinge Cover
9. If the doors remain uneven, turn the adjustable
pin to raise or lower the left door to match the
right door. Use a 1/4-in. Allen wrench to turn the
pin.
7. Follow the same procedure on the opposite
door. There is no water line or hinge cover.
8. If the top of the doors are uneven, first try to
raise the lowest door by turning the leveling leg
on the same side as the door until the doors are
even. If the unit rocks, re-adjust the leveling legs
until the unit is stable.
Adjustable pin

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Remove the 1/4-in. hex-head screw from the2.
inside of each railing.
A
Screw
Lift up on both sides of the freezer drawer3.
handle to separate the drawer railings from the
rail assemblies.
Set the drawer front on a non-scratching4.
surface and push the rail assemblies back into
locking position.
Rail Assembly Drawer
Assembly
To replace the freezer drawer:
Note: Two people may be required to complete this
procedure.
Pull out the rail assemblies to their full length on1.
each side of the cabinet.
Locate the slots on the inside of the rail2.
assemblies near the back.
3. Insert the hooks at the back of the drawer
railings into the slots on the rail assemblies.
4. Lower the front of the drawer, making sure the
tabs on the sides of the railings fit into the front
slots in the rail assemblies.
Replace the screw on each rail assembly and5.
replace the freezer basket by lowering it into the
frame.
Slot
Rail assembly
Slot
Tab
Hook
Removing the Freezer Drawer
To remove the freezer drawer:
Open the freezer drawer until it stops. Lift up on1.
the back of the basket and lift the basket out of
the drawer.

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A
Mounting
Fasteners
(appearance may vary)
A
B
Mounting
Fasteners
Badge
(appearance may vary)
Refrigerator Door Handle
Follow instructions below to remove stainless steel
handles and to remove and reverse plastic handles.
To remove a stainless steel door handle (on
some models):
Using a 3/32-in. Allen wrench, loosen the set screws
(A) and remove the handle (B).
Note: For Double Door models, follow the same
procedure on the opposite door.
To remove a plastic door handle (on some
models):
Note: Each plastic door handle is attached with an
upper and lower fastener and locked in position by
a recessed tab. Each fastener is located behind the
handle and attached to the door panel.
Using a flat blade screwdriver, press the tab on the
top underside of the handle toward the door while
sliding the handle (A) up and off of the mounting
fasteners.
Reversing the plastic door handle (on some
models):
Note: In the following step, ensure the tab is
installed underneath the top fastener.
Remove the handle mounting fasteners (B) with1.
a 3/16-in. Allen wrench. Transfer the handle
mounting fasteners and tab, to the right side.
Remove the logo badge.2.
Remove and transfer the plug button to the left3.
side of the fresh food door.
Note: Use a flat plastic edge to prevent damaging
the door. Remove any adhesive on the door with
a mild detergent. Remove the paper covering on
the adhesive backing on the logo badge prior to
carefully attaching the badge to the door.
To attach a stainless steel door handle (on
some models):
Attach the handle to the handle mounting fasteners
and tighten the set screws (A) with a 3/32-in. Allen
wrench.
Note: For Double Door models, follow the same
procedure on the opposite door.
A
B
Mounting
Fasteners
Badge
(appearance may vary)
A
B
(Continued next page)

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To attach a plastic door handle (on some
models):
Attach the handle to the handle mounting1.
fasteners by aligning the slots with the handle
mounting fasteners.
Slide handle down until it is firmly locked in2.
position.
A
A
(appearance may vary)
To attach a freezer door or drawer handle
(stainless steel and plastic):
Attach the handle firmly to the mounting fasteners
and tighten the set screws on the bottom of the
handle with a 1/8-in. Allen wrench.
Freezer Door or Drawer Handle
To remove a freezer door or drawer handle
(stainless steel and plastic):
Loosen the set screws located on the underside of
the handle with the 1/8-in. Allen wrench and remove
the handle.
Note: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed, use a 3/16-in. Allen wrench.
A
A
B
B
Slots on back
of handle Mounting
fasteners

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(on some models)
(on some models)
Note: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. If this film was not removed
during installation, remove it now.
The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and 0°F for the freezer
compartment. Allow 24 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 OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not
shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
Changing the Temperature
For Controls-on-the-Door Models:
To change the temperature, press and release the
WARMER or COLDER pad. The ACTUAL TEMP light
will come on and the display will show the actual
temperature. To change the temperature, tap either the
WARMER or COLDER pad until the desired temperature is
displayed.
For Controls Inside the Refrigerator:
Opening the door displays the actual temperature. To
change the temperature, press either the WARMER or
COLDER touch pads until the desired temperature is
displayed.
Once the desired temperature has been set, the
temperature display will return to the actual refrigerator
and freezer temperatures after 5 seconds. Several
adjustments may be required.
Each time you adjust controls, allow 24 hours for the
refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
To turn the cooling system off, tap the WARMER pad
for either the refrigerator or the freezer until the display
shows OFF. To turn the unit back on, press the COLDER
pad for either the refrigerator or freezer. Then press the
COLDER pad again and it will go to the preset points of
0°F for the freezer and 37°F for the refrigerator. Setting
either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the
freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut
off electrical power to the refrigerator.
Note: On models utilizing temperature control
knobs, initially set both knobs at 5. Allow 24 hours for
temperatures to stabilize. If further adjustment is needed,
adjust controls one increment at a time, and allow 24
hours to reach temperatures you have set. Setting the
refrigerator temperature knob to 0stops cooling in both
the freezer and the refrigerator compartments, but does
not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
Control Features
(Continued next page)

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How it Works
TurboCool rapidly cools the refrigerator
compartment in order to more quickly
cool foods. Use TurboCool when adding a
large amount of food to the refrigerator
compartment, putting away foods after they
have been sitting out at room temperature or
when putting away warm leftovers. It can
also be used if the refrigerator has been
without power for an extended period.
Once activated, the compressor will
turn on immediately and the fans will cycle
on and off at high speed as needed for eight
hours. The compressor will continue to run
until the refrigerator compartment cools to
approximately 34°F (1°C), then it will cycle on
and off to maintain this setting. After 8 hours,
or if TurboCool is pressed again, the
refrigerator compartment will return
to the original setting.
How to Use
Press TurboCool. The refrigerator
temperature display will show .
After TurboCool is complete, the
refrigerator compartment will return
to the original setting.
NOTES: The refrigerator temperature cannot
be changed during TurboCool.
The freezer temperature is not
affected during TurboCool.
When opening the refrigerator
door during TurboCool, the fans
will continue to run if they have
cycled on.
About Door Alarm (on some models)
The door alarm will sound if any door is open
for more than 2 minutes. The beeping stops
when you close the door.
(on some models)
(on some models)
(on some models)
(on some models)
About Energy Saver (on some models)
This product is equipped with an Energy
Saver feature. The refrigerator is shipped with
the Energy Saver feature enabled.
Over time, moisture can form on the front
surface of the refrigerator cabinet and cause
rust. If moisture does appear on the front
surface of the refrigerator cabinet, turn off
the Energy Saver feature by pressing and
releasing the ENERGY SAVER pad on the
control panel.
(on some models)
(on some models)
(Continued next page)

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Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in the
back upper right corner of the refrigerator
compartment.
When to Replace the Filter
There is a replacement indicator light for
the water filter cartridge on the temperature
display. This light will turn orange to tell you
that you 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.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
If you are replacing the cartridge, first
remove the old one. Open the cartridge
cover by pressing in on the tab at the
front and pulling down.
Remove the cartridge by slowly rotating
it counterclockwise. A small amount of
water may drip down.
CAUTION: If air has been
trapped in the system, the filter cartridge may
be ejected as it is removed. Use caution when
removing.
Remove the protective foil from the end
of the cartridge.
Lining up the arrow on the cartridge
and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate
the cartridge clockwise until it stops.
When the cartridge is properly installed,
you will feel it “click” as it locks into place.
The grip on the end of the cartridge
should be positioned vertically.
Do not overtighten.
Close the cartridge cover.
Run water from the dispenser for
3 minutes (about 11⁄2gallons) to clear
the system and prevent sputtering.
See To Use the Dispenser section.
Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER
pad for 3 seconds.
NOTE: A newly-installed water filter
cartridge may cause water to spurt from
the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
You must use the filter bypass plug when a
replacement filter cartridge is not available.
The icemaker will not operate without the
filter or filter bypass plug.
Replacement Filters:
To order additional filter cartridges
in the United States, visit our Website,
ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
Filter Model GSWF
Customers in Canada should consult
the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe
Service Center.
(on some models)
(on some models)
(Continued next page)

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Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers or under the drawers
should be wiped dry.
Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models)
Slide the control all the way to the
HIGH setting to provide high humidity
recommended for most vegetables.
Slide the control all the way to the LOW
setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits.
Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan (on some models)
When the pan is placed in the 2nd slot from
the top of the track and the lever is set
at COLDEST, air from the freezer is forced
around the pan to keep it very cold.
You can move the pan to any location if
you don’t want the extra cold storage.
The settings can be adjusted anywhere
between cold and coldest .
When set at cold, the pan will stay at the
normal refrigerator temperature.
The coldest setting provides the coldest
storage area.
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