GE GDE20GMHBRES Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions ............ 2, 3
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker ................ 10
Care and Cleaning ............. 11, 12
Controls ............................ 4
Crispers and Pans ................... 7
Freezer ........................... 8, 9
Replacing the Light Bulbs ........... 13
Shelves and Bins .................... 6
Water Filter ......................... 5
Installation Instructions
Installing the Refrigerator ....... 15-19
Installing the Water Line ........ 28-30
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator .................... 14
Removing and Replacing
the Doors (Double Door
Refrigerator Models only) ....... 25-27
Removing and Replacing the
Freezer Drawer ................ 20, 21
Reversing the Door Swing
(Single Door Refrigerator
Models only) ................... 22-25
Troubleshooting Tips ...... 32-34
Normal Operating Sounds .......... 31
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ........ Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ........... 36
Warranty .......................... 37
Models 20, 27, 22and23
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IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
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REFRIGERATOR SAFETYINFORMATION
A This is the safety alert symbol, This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others, All safety
messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION", These words are defined as:
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury,
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury,
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury,
IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your
refrigerator follow these basic safety precautions:
This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in Becauseof potential safety hazardsunder certain conditions,
accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used,
Unplug the refrigerator before making repairs, replacing a light
bulb, or cleaning,
Note: Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any
setting on the control panel,
Note: Repairs must be performed by a qualified service
professional,
Replace all parts and panels before operating,
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance,
we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord,
However,ifyou must use an extensioncord, it isabsolutely
necessarythat it be a UL-listed(inthe United States)or aCSA
certified (inCanada),3-wire grounding type appliance extension
cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical
rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120volts,
To prevent suffocation and entrapment hazards to children,
remove the fresh food and freezer doors from any refrigerator
before disposing of it or discontinuing its use,
Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the door
handles or the shelves inthe refrigerator, They could seriously
injure themselves,
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
I__ o reduce the risk of injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic
safety precautions,
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold, Glassshelves and covers may break if exposed
to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping
or dropping, Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many
small pieces if it breaks,
Keep fingers out of the "pinch point" areas: clearances between
the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily
small, Be careful closing doors when children are in the area,
Do not touch the cold surfaces inthe freezer compartment
when hands are damp or wet, skin may stick to these extremely
cold surfaces,
Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely,
In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with
the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating
element that releases the cubes, Donot place fingers or hands
on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator
is plugged in,
INSTALLATION
_( Explosion Hazard.
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can
result in fire, explosion, or death.
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CONNECTING ELECTRICITY
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet
Do not remove the ground prong
IDo not use an adapter
mFailure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
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.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a
3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard
3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the
possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance,
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded,
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it isyour personal responsibility and obligation to have
it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall
outlet, Do not use an adapter,
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating
that matches the rating plate,
A 115 Volt AC, 60 Hz, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded
electrical supply is required, This provides the best
performance and also prevents overloading house
wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from
overheated wires,
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power
cord, Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from
the outlet,
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become frayed or otherwise damaged, Do not
use a 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 over or damage the power cord,
USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS
Adapter plugs are not permitted in Canada.
PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR
Suffocation and child entrapment hazard.
Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the refrigerator, prior to disposal.
in child entrapment which can lead to death or brain damage.
IMPORTANT:
Failure to do so can result
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past, Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
still dangerous even if they will sit for 'lust a few
days," Ifyou are getting rid of your old refrigerator,
please follow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents,
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or
Freezer:
, Take off the fresh food and freezer doors,
Leave the shelves in place so that children may
not easily climb 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,
READAND FOLLOWTills SAFETYIAIFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the controls with temperature settin s.
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9 is Coldest 9 is Coldest
(on some models)
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9 is Coldest
Adjust Freezer Adjust Refrigerator
Temperature Temperature
(on some models)
NOTE: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the digital temperature
controls, ff this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.
Initially, set the refrigerator control at 5and the freezer control at 5 Aflow 24 hours for
the temperature to stabilize. Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls
one increment at a time, and allow 24 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator
to reach the temperature you ha ve set.
Setting either or both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the refrigerator control knob
stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut
off electrical po wet to the refrigerator.

About the water filter. (onsomemodels} GEAppliances.com
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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
The filter cartridge should be replaced
when the flow of water to the icemaker
decreases, or every six months,
Installing the Filter Cartridge
0 Ifyou 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,
0 Remove the cartridge by slowly rotating it
counterclockwise, A small amount of water
may drip down,
flair 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,
OLining 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,
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,
GEAppliances.com, or call GEParts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002.
Filter Model GSWF
Customers in Canada should consult
the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe Service
Center,

About the shelves and bins.
Not all features are on a// models.
Some models have wire shelves
that can be adjusted in the same
fnaylyler,
Rearranging the Shelves
Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable,
Refrigerator Compartment
To remove:
0 Remove all items from the shelf,
0 Tilt the shelf up at the front,
Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the
shelf out,
To replace:
While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook
atthe back of the shelf in a slot
on the track,
Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom
of the shelf locks into place,
Non-AdJustable Shelves on the Door (on.som_modal.s)
Toremove: Lift the shelf straight up; then
pull out,
Toreplace: Engage the shelf in the molded
supports on the door and push down,
It will lock in place,

About the crispers and pans. GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on a// mode/s,
• i 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 (onsomemode/s)
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 LOWsetting
to provide lower humidity levels recommended
for most fruits,
Snack Pan (onsomemodelg
This pan can be moved to the most useful
location for your family's needs, Toremove, slide the pan out to the stop position, lift the pan up and past the stop
position and lift it out,

About the freezer drawer. (on5omemoddW
Not all features are on all models.
Freezer Shelves and Baskets
0 A shelf above the ice storage bin
A half-width basket
A deep full-width basket
NOTE."Do not fill baskets higher than the rim of
the basket, This may cause baskets to stick or
jam when opening or closing,
Appearance and features may w_fy
Appearance may vary
Basket Removal
Toremove the deep full-width basket on
freezer drawer models:
Open the freezer drawer until it stops,
The freezer basket rests on the inside tabs
on the drawer slides,
Lift the basket so that it is out of all 6 slide
bracket tabs,
Tilt the basket and lift out of the drawer,
When replacing the deep full-width basket:
Tilt the basket back and lower it down into
the drawer, Rotate the basket to a horizontal
position and press it down into the 6 alignment
tabs,
NOTE.Always be sure that the basket is seated
in all 6 slide bracket tabs before sliding back
into the freezer, The basket can be turned in
either direction front to back and installed into
the freezer,
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Toremove the half-width basket:
Pullthe basket out to the stop location,
0 Lift the basket up at the front to release it
from the stop hooks on each side,
Lift the basket out to remove it from the
sides,
When replacing the basket, make sure that the
basket goes under the stop hooks on each side,
NOTE.Always be sure to fully close this basket,
Appearance may vary

About the freezer compartment. (onsomemodels) GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Freezer Shelf and Basket
0 A full-width fixed wire shelf
0 A full-width sliding wire basket
NOTE."Do not fill basket higher than the rim of
the basket, This may cause basket to stick or
jam when opening or closing,
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Basket Removal
Toremove the full-width sliding wire basket
on door models:
Open the basket out to its full extension,
Lift up the front of the basket and pull
straight out to remove,
When replacing the full-width sliding
wire basket:
Insert the wire basket into the/owerliner's rails
and push back into place,
Fixed Shelf Removal
NOTE.'The full-width wire shelf is not intended
to slide,
Toremove for cleaning:
Hold the shelf at the front and pull it firmly
forward,
When replacing the full-width sliding wire
shelf"
Insert the wire shelf into the upper liner's rails
and push back into place,
To FQfY}OV_,,
Non-AdJustable Shelf on Freezer Door
Toremove: Lift the shelf straight up;
then pull out,
Toreplace: Engage the shelf in the molded
supports on the door and push down, It will lock
in place,
To rep#_ce

About the automatic icemaker. (onsomemodels)
A newly insta//ed refrigerator may take 72 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power A utomatic Icemaker
Switch
_:'X.T _ _ IcemaKer
Lignl
The icemoker will produce sevencubes percycle-
approximately 100-130 cubes in a 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment temperature,
room temperature, number of door openings and
other use conditions,
Seebelow for how to access ice and reach the
power switch,
Ifthe refrigerator isoperated before the water
connection is made to the icemaker,set the power
switch in the 0 (off)position,
When the refrigerator has been connected to
the water supply, set the power switch to the I(on)
position,The icemaker power light will turn green
when the freezer light switch is pressed in or when
the freezer door is closed,
The icemaker will fillwith water when it cools to 15°F
(-10°C),Anewly installed refrigerator may take 12to
24 hours to begin making ice cubes,
You will hear a buzzing sound each time the
icemaker fillswith water,
Throw away the first few batches of iceto allow the
water line to clear,
Besure nothing interferes with the sweep of the
feeler arm,
When the bin fillsto the level ofthe feeler arm, the
icemaker will stop producing ice,It isnormal for
several cubesto bejoined together,
If ice isnot used frequently, old ice cubes will
become cloudy, taste stale and shrink,
NOTE:Inhomes with/ower-than-average water
pressure,you may hear the icemaker cycle multiple
times when making one batch ofice,
NOTE."Setthe power switch to the 0 (off)position if
the water supply Zsshut off,
Avoid contact with the
moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or
with the heating element (located on the
bottom of the ice maker) that releases the
cubes, Do not place fingers or hands on the
automatic ice making mechanism while the
refrigerator is plugged in,
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To reach the power switch.
Accessing Ice and Reaching the
Power Switch
Toreach the icemaker power switch, pull the shelf
above the ice bin straight out, Always be sureto
replace the shelf,
Toaccess ice,simply pull the bin forward, Toaccessice.
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Icemaker Accessory Kit
Ifyour refrigerator did not come already equipped
with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory
kit isavailable at extra cost,
Checkthe back of the refrigerator for the specific
icemaker kit neededfor your model,
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. GEAppliancescom
Cleaning the Outside
The door handles and trim, Clean with a cloth
dampened with soapy water, Dry with a soft
cloth, Do not use wax on the door handles and
trim,
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance
wax or mild liquid dish detergent, Dry and
polish with a clean, soft cloth,
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled
dish cloth or wet towel, 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,
The stainless steel panels and door handles.
The stainless steel doors and door handles
(on some models) can be cleaned with a
commercially available stainless steel cleaner,
Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers
Friend Soft Cleanser TM will remove rust, tarnish
and small blemishes, Use only a liquid cleanser
free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush
lines with a damp soft sponge,
Do not use appliance wax or polish on the
stainless steel,
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box
of baking soda in the refrigerator and freezer
compartments,
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not practical, wring excess moisture
out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls,
Use an appliance wax polish on the inside
surface between the doors,
Use warm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to
a quart (1 liter) of water, This both cleans and
neutralizes odors, Rinse and wipe dry,
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin
layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets
at the hinge side, This helps keep the gaskets
from sticking and bending out of shape,
Do not clean glass shelves
or covers with warm water when they are
cold, Glass shelves and covers may break
if exposed to sudden temperature changes
or impact such as bumping or dropping,
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into
many small pieces if it breaks,
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in
the dishwasher,
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be careful when moving the refrigerator away
from the wall, All types of floor coverings can
be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings
and those with embossed surfaces,
Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom
front of the refrigerator,
Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it
to position by pushing it straight in, Moving the
refrigerator in a side direction may result in
damage to the floor covering or refrigerator,
Lower the leveling legs until they touch the
floor,
When pushing the refrigerator back, make
sure you don't rofl over the power cord or
icemaker supp_ line (on some models),
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food
and unplug the refrigerator, Clean the interior
with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of
water, Leave the doors open,
Set the icemaker power switch to the 0 {off)
position and shut off the water supply to the
refrigerator,
If the temperature can drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicer drain the water supply
system (on some models) to prevent serious
property damage due to flooding,
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as base grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them securely
in place to prevent damage,
When using a hand truck to move the
refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the
refrigerator against the hand truck, This could
damage the refrigerator, Handle only from the
sides of the refrigerator,
Be sure the refrigerator staj/s in an upright
position during moving,
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Replacing the light bulbs. GEApplia.ces.com
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a
live wire filament, (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced,)
Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit,
Refrigerator Lights
O Unplug the refrigerator,
O To remove the light shield, grasp the shield
at the back and pull out to release the tabs
at the back,
Rotate the shield down and then forward to
release the tabs at the front of the shield,
After replacing with an appliance bulb
of the same or lower wattage, replace the
shield,
Plug the refrigerator back in,
NOTE'Appliance bulbs may be ordered from GE
Parts and Accessories, 800,626,2002,
Appearance may vary
Freezer Light
Unplug the refrigerator,
OThe bulb is located at the top of the freezer
inside a light shield, To remove the shield,
grasp the shield at the back and pull out to
release the tabs at the back,
Rotate the shield down and then forward to
release the tabs at the front of the shield,
After replacing with an appliance bulb
of the same or lower wattage, replace the
shield,
Q Plug the refrigerator back in,
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Installation
Instructions efrigerator
Models 20, 21, 22 and 23
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• 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
20 minutes
Water Line Installation
30 minutes
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
PREPARATION
MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS
If the refrigerator will not fit through a doorway,
the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be
removed.
• To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in
the Reversing the Door Swing section.
• To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing
the Freezer Drawer section.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND
DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS)
Ifthe refrigerator has an icemaker, itwill have
to be connected to a cold water line.AGE water
supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve,fittings and
instructions) isavailable at extra cost from your dealer, by
visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com (inCanada at
www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002 (InCanada 1.888.661.1 61 6).
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
Adjustable Wrench 3/8" and 5/16" Socket
Ratchet/Driver
1/4" Outer Diameter
Compression Nut
and Ferrule (sleeve)
(icemaker models only)
Phillips Head Screwdriver
3/32", 1/8" and 3/16"
wrenches Allen
1/8" Drill Bit and
Electric or Hand Drill Tape measure
Pencil 1/4" Nut Driver
Wire CuLLers Level
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INSTALLING THE REFRIGERAT(
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 IO0°F (37°C)because it will not perform
properly,
, Do not install the refrigerator in a location exposed to
water (rain,etc,)or direct sunlight,
, Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully
loaded,
CLEARANCES
Forclearance for ease of installation, proper air
circulation and plumbing and electrical, please refer to
the rating plate on the top left wall of the refrigerator,
REMOVE TOP CAP (onsome models)
, IMPORTANTNOTE:This refrigerator is 34-1/2" deep.
Doors and passageways leading to the installation
location must be at least 36" wide in order to leave
the doors and handles attached to the refrigerator
while transporting it into the installation location. If
passageways are lessthan 36", the refrigerator doors
and handles can easily be scratched and damaged.
The top cap and doors can be removed to allow the
refrigerator to be safely moved indoors. Start with Step A.
, If it is not necessary to remove doors, skip Step A.
Leave tape and all packaging on doors until the
refrigerator is in the final location.
, SKIDREMOVAL:Tilt refrigerator to each side to
remove skid.
, NOTE:Use a padded hand truck to move this
refrigerator. Place the refrigerator on the hand truck
with a side against the truck. We strongly recommend
that TWO PEOPLEmove and complete this installation.
rA1 Locate and remove the two Phillips head screws on
the top of the refrigerator, Remove the two screws
on each side at the rear of the top cap, Lift off and
remove top cap,
[] Removethe fresh-food door(s),Referto Steps 1 and 3
of "Reversing the Door Swing" section or Steps 1 and
2 of "Removing the Doors" section,
_-1 Removethe bottom freezer drawer or door, Refer
to "Removing Freezer Drawer" section or Step 2 of
"Reversing the Door Swing" section,
FDI Move refrigerator to the installation location,
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REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.) (onsome models)
REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP
r_ Carefully lower the door(s) onto the center
hinge(s),Reinstall top hinge(s),NOTE:Ensure
the door is properly aligned to the case top to
avoid readjustment of the door during top cap
reinstallation,
FN Placecap over the top of the refrigerator, Reinstall
the original screws in the top and back of the cap,
Reinstallthe bottom freezer drawer or door, Referto
"Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section or Step 8 of
"Reversing the Door Swing" section,
A
Top Hinge B
F1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR
TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE
(icemaker models)
A cold water supply isrequired for automatic
icemaker operation, If there isnot a cold water
supply, you will need to provide one, See/nsta//ing
the Water Linesection,
NOTES:
, Before making the connection to the refrigerator,
be sure the refrigerator power cord isnot plugged
into the wall outlet,
Ifyour refrigerator does not have a water filter, we
recommend installing one ifyour water supply has
sand or particles that could clog the screen of the
refrigerator's water valve, Install it in the water line
near the refrigerator, If using GESmartConnecC
Refrigerator Tubing Kit,you will need an additional
tube (WXO8X10002)to connect the filter, Do not cut
plastic tube to install filter,
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INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR(cont,)
rT1CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATORTO
THE HOUSEWATER LINE
(cont.)
_AI If you are using copper tubing, place a
compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the
end of the tubing coming from the house cold
water supply.
If you are using the GE SmartConnect 'Mtubing,
the nuts are already assembled to the tubing.
FB1 If you are using copper tubing, insert the end
of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at
the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible.
While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.
If you are using GE SmartConnect 'Mtubing,
insert the molded end of the tubing into the
refrigerator connection, at the back of the
refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut
until it is hand tight. Then tighten one additional
turn with a wrench. Overtightening may cause
leaks,
r_ Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to
hold it in position. You may need to pry open the
clamp.
One of the illustrations below will look like the
connection on your refrigerator.
Icemaker-Ready models
Tubing ._
Clamp
1/4-<
Compression
Nut .....
Ferrule
(sleeve) _,r _
Refrigerator _-_
Connection J
1/4_<Copper
SmartConnect TM
Tubing
Icemaker-lnstalled Models
Ferrule 1/4_<
Refrigerator (sleeve) Compression
Connection --
SmartConnect '°
Tubinc
Tubing Clamp
1/4_<Tubing
[2] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY
(icemaker models)
Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house
water supply) and check for any leaks.
r3] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
On models with an icemaker, before plugging
in the refrigerator, make sure the icemaker
power switch is set to the 0 (off) position.
See the grounding information attached to the
power cord.
I_1PUTTHEREFRIGERATORINPLACE
Move the refrigerator to its final location.
[] LEVELTHE REFRIGERATOR
Adjustable legs at the front corners of the
refrigerator should be set so the refrigerator is
firmly positioned on the floor, and the front is
raised just enough that the door closes easily
when opened about halfway.
To adjust the leveling legs, turn the
legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.
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Installation Instructions
[] REMOVE THE FRESHFOOD
DOOR HANDLE
(For placement in the installation location
or reversal of the handles- on some
models)
Stainless steel (on
some models):
@ REMOVING
THE DOOR
HANDLE: Loosen
the set screws Badge
with the 3/32"
Allen wrench
and remove
the handle.
NOTE: For
Double Door Mounting /
models follow Fasteners
the same (appearance may vary)
procedure on
the opposite
door,
Plastic handle
(on some models):
@ REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Depress the
tab on the
underside of _
the handle and _,_'_]"
slide the handle \.v___JJj
up and off of
the mounting
fasteners,
@ REVERSING THE
DOOR HANDLE
(on some
models): Mounting
Fasteners
• Remove
the handle (appearance may vary)
mounting
fasteners with a 3/16" Allen wrench and
transfer
the handle mounting fasteners to the right
side.
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o
Remove the logo badge.
Remove and transfer the plug button to
the left 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. m17
[71 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE
Stainless steel and plastic handles:
Q Loosen the set screws located on the
underside of the handle with the 1/8" Allen
wrench and remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need
to be tightened or removed, use a 3/16" Allen
wrench.

Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE
[] ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR HANDLE
Stainless steel handle:
@ Attach the
handle to the
handle mounting
fasteners and
tighten the set
screws with a
3/32" Allen
wrench.
NOTE: For
Double Door
models follow
the same
procedure on the
opposite door.
REFRIGERATOR(coot.)
[_] ATTACH THE FREEZERDOOR HANDLE
Stainless steel and plastic handles:
@ Attach the handle firmly to the mounting
fasteners and tighten the set screws on
the bottom of the handle with a 1/8" Allen
wrench.
Mounting
Fasteners
(appearance may vary)
Plastic handle:
@ Attach the handle to the handle mounting
fasteners by aligning the slots with the
handle mounting fasteners.
Q Slide it down until it is firmly locked into
position.
Mounting
fasteners
(appearance may vary)
Slots on back of
handle
/
(appearance may vary)
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Installation Instructions
LEVELTHEREFRIGERATOR
The leveling legs have 2 purposes:
1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is
firmly positioned on the floor and does not
wobble.
2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake
to hold the refrigerator securely in position
during operation and cleaning. The leveling
legs also prevent the refrigerator from
tipping.
r_ Remove the grille by removing the two Phillips
head screws.
r_ Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise
the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.
I_,__ To avoid possible personal
injury or property damage,
the leveling legs must be firmly touching
the floor.
[C_ Replace the base grille by inserting the two
Phillips head screws.
SET THE CONTROLS
Set the controls to the recommended setting.
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RECOMMENDED CONTROL SETTINGS ]
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Adjust Freezer Adjust Refrigerator
Temperature Temperature
REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER
(icemaker models)
r_ A) Remove all tape, foam and protective
packing from shelves and drawers.
B) Remove the tie downs from the freezer
baskets.
C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides.
See About the freezer section for instructions.
Set the icemaker power switch to the I(on) position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it
reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C)or
below. It will then begin operation automatically. It
will take 2-3 days to fill the ice bin.
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions,
the water valve may turn on up to 3 times to
deliver enough water to the icemaker.
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Installation Instructions
REMOVING THE FREEZERDRAWER (on some models)
The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed,
to fit through tight areas.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
rT] REMOVE THE BASKET
[] Open the freezer drawer until it stops.
r_ The freezer basket rests on a frame inside the
freezer drawer. Lift the basket up at the back.
rcl Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up
and out of the drawer.
r21 REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT
rA] Remove the screw on each side of the railing.
\
Screw
[2] REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT (cont.)
r_ Lift up on both sides of the freezer drawer
handle to separate the drawer railings from
the rail assemblies.
r_ Set the drawer front on a non-scratching
surface.
rD] Push the rail assemblies back into locking
position.
Rail Assembly DrAwer
Assembly
[31 REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE
(if needed)
If, after removing the freezer drawer and
refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not
fit through a doorway, the base grille can be
removed.
Remove the base grille by removing the screws.
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