GE GMX03BL series Original instructions

350A4502P690 29-5697 03-11 ATS
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Refrigerators
GMX03BL...
Owner’s Manual
& Installation
Instructions
Safety Information . . . . . . .2–4
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . .7–9
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Refrigerator Features . . . . . . . . . . .6
Replacing the Light Bulb . . . . . . . .7
Installation Instructions . .10–12
Troubleshooting Tips . . .13, 14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
ATTENTION:
Defrosting—Do not use sharp,
pointed objects to remove frost or
ice from surfaces of the refrigerator
and/or freezer compartment. Doing
so could puncture the cooling coil,
causing the unit to lose its ability to
maintain cold temperatures and
voiding the warranty. See the Care
and Cleaning section for instructions
on defrosting the refrigerator
and/or freezer compartment.

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DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this Owner’s Manual.
WARNING!
This refrigerator must be properly
installed and located in
accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
Do not allow children to climb,
stand or hang on the shelves
in the refrigerator. They could
damage the refrigerator and
seriously injure themselves.
Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
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.)
Keep fingers out of the “pinch
point” areas; clearances between
the doors and cabinet are
necessarily small. Be careful
closing doors when children
are in the area.
Unplug the refrigerator before
cleaning and making repairs.
Turning the temperature control
dial to the 0position stops
cooling but does not shut off
power to the refrigerator.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Child entrapment and suffocation
are not problems of the past.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators
are still dangerous… even if they
will sit for “just a few days.” If you
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 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.
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an
extension cord.
However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary
that it be a CSA-listed, 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 120 volts.
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third
(ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety,
this appliance must be properly grounded.
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.
If you have only a standard
2-prong wall outlet, it is your
personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with
a properly grounded
3-prong wall outlet.
The refrigerator should always be
plugged into its own individual
electrical outlet which has a
voltage rating that matches the
rating plate.
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.
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USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS
ADAPTER PLUGS ARE NOT LEGAL IN CANADA.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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Control Settings
The temperature control maintains the temperature in the refrigerator. 1
is the warmest setting; higher numbers are colder settings with 7being
the coldest setting. The typical setting is 3.
Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the desired temperature.
If you want a colder or warmer temperature, move the dial one setting at
a time. Moving the control to Ostops cooling but does not turn off the
power to the refrigerator. Setting the control too high may cause freezing
in the refrigerator depending on the room temperature.
How To Test Temperatures
Use the milk test. Place a container of milk on a shelf and check it
a day later. If the milk is too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature
control.
After changing the control, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach
the temperature you have set.
The control will look like the one above.
The arrow indicates the setting selected.
0
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
5
About the control
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Shelves
To remove a shelf, lift up the back slightly and pull forward.
Freezer Compartment
This compartment is designed for production of ice cubes and short-
term storage of some commercially frozen foods.
Door Shelves
Shelves on the door provide convenient storage for frequently
used items. The fresh food doors are capable of storing large bottles
for your convenience.
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About the refrigerator features.
Fresh Food Storage Zones
For best results follow
the recommended
storage zones:
The top shelf is best
for storing fruits and
vegetables.
The bottom shelf is
best for storing
beverages, deli meats
and cheeses.
Case
Back Door
(Front)
BEST FOR BEVERAGES, DELI
MEATS, AND CHEESES
Bottom
Shelf
Top Shelf
deli
zone
FRUIT
zone
REFRIGERATOR STORAGE ZONES
BEST FOR FRUITS, VEGETABLES
Side View of Refrigerator

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Cleaning the Outside
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.
Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the refrigerator
is a high quality, baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will
stay new-looking and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of kitchen/
appliance wax when the refrigerator is new, and then at least
twice a year.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the
refrigerator.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this is not practical,
wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning
around the control.
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.
Other parts of the refrigerator–including door gaskets, fruit
and vegetable drawers, and all plastic parts–can be cleaned
the same way.
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher.
Care and cleaning
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Replacing the Light Bulb
Unplug the refrigerator before replacing a burned-out bulb. Setting
the controls to 0does not remove power to the light circuit.
The light bulb is located behind the temperature control housing and
is visible through the clear lens.
Using a Philips screwdriver, unscrew the lens and pull horizontally until
the lens is removed. Gently unscrew the light bulb and replace with a
bulb of 15 watts or less.
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Defrosting
Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the Freezer compartment
becomes 1/4” (64 mm) thick. Never use a sharp or metallic
instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils.
(A punctured cooling coil will cause serious problems and void the
warranty.) We recommend using a plastic scraper. Do not use any
electrical device in defrosting your refrigerator.
To defrost:
Remove foods from the Freezer and Fresh Food compartments.
Set the temperature control dial to 0.
Place a towel in the Freezer Compartment to soak up water.
Defrosting usually takes a few hours. To defrost faster, keep the
door open. Also using a hair dryer on the low setting may speed
defrosting.
Warning: using excessive heat may damage the plastic liner!
Do not pour water into the Freezer or Fresh Food compartments.
After defrosting:
Empty water from the drip tray. Wash the tray with warm water.
Wipe the Freezer and Fresh Food compartments with a damp cloth.
Turn the temperature control to the desired setting and return food
to the refrigerator.
NOTE: If ice buildup is very thick, it may keep the ice tray
compartment door from opening or closing completely. Don’t try to
force it open; after defrosting, the door will open and close easily.
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
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Care and cleaning
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Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the
refrigerator. Move the control to the 0position, and 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 door open.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and ice trays by taping them
securely in place to prevent damage.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.
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Preparing to install the refrigerator.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Refrigerator Location
Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below
50°F (10°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper
temperatures.
Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded.
Do not install it closer than 5”(13 cm) next to a range.
Do not install it in a recessed area.
Do not build in the refrigerator.
Clearances
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation and proper
air circulation.
Sides 1/2” (13 mm)
Top 2” (51 mm)
Back 2” (51 mm)*
*From the rear cabinet surface to the wall
Leveling Legs (on some models)
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
counterclockwise to lower the refrigerator, clockwise to
raise it.
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Preparing to install the refrigerator.
Top Cover SupportTop Cover Support
Top CoverTop Cover
Middle HingeMiddle Hinge
Adjustable LegsAdjustable Legs
Freezer DoorFreezer Door
Fresh food DoorFresh food Door
J-shaped hingeJ-shaped hinge
Support MountedSupport Mounted
under FZunder FZ
Door on left sideDoor on left side
J-shaped hingeJ-shaped hinge
Support MountedSupport Mounted
under FZunder FZ
Door on right sideDoor on right side
2 Plug Buttons2 Plug Buttons
Door Reversal
1. Remove the two screws from under the
screw caps located on the top cover.
2. Remove the two screws from the back of
the top cover and remove top cover.
3. Remove the top hinge by removing the
two screws, as shown.
4. Remove the freezer door by lifting off of
the middle hinge.
5. Remove the J-shaped hinge support on
the bottom of the freezer door.
6. Install new J-shaped hinge support on
the opposite side of the freezer door
bottom. The new J-shaped hinge
support and mounting screw are
located in a zip lock bag that is shipped
with the refrigerator.
7. Remove the two screws from the top
cover support. Install top cover support
on the opposite side of refrigerator.
8. Remove the middle hinge. Remove plug
buttons from the opposite side of
refrigerator. Re-install plug buttons in the
original hinge mounting holes.
Door Reversal (cont.)
9. Remove the fresh food door by lifting
off the bottom hinge.
10. Remove both adjustable legs.
11. Remove the bottom hinge and re-install
on the opposite side of the refrigerator.
12. Re-install the adjustable legs. Insure
that the smaller leg is on the same side
as the bottom hinge.
13. Place the fresh food door on the bottom
hinge.
14. Place the bottom peg of the middle
hinge in the fresh food door. Re-install
middle hinge. Make sure the fresh food
door is aligned with the refrigerator
cabinet before tightening screws.
15. Place the freezer door on the top peg of
the middle hinge. Place the top hinge
peg into the freezer door. Re-install top
hinge. Make sure the freezer door is
aligned with the refrigerator cabinet
before tightening screws.
16. Re-install the top cover with four screws.
17. Replace the screw caps.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator does not Control in 0position. •Move the control to a
operate temperature setting.
Refrigerator is •Push the plug completely
unplugged. into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit •Replace fuse or reset
breaker is tripped. the breaker.
Vibration or rattling Front leveling legs •See Leveling Legs.
(slight vibration (on some models)
is normal) need adjusting.
Refrigerator is on •Use shims to level the
an uneven surface. refrigerator.
Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator •Wait 24 hours for the
long periods or cycles is first plugged in. refrigerator to completely
cool down.
Often occurs when •This is normal.
large
amounts of food
are placed in refrigerator.
Door left open. •Check to see if package is
holding door open.
Hot weather or frequent •This is normal.
door openings.
Temperature control •See About the control.
set at the coldest setting.
Not enough clearance •See Clearances in Preparing
from the wall. to install the refrigerator.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Fresh Food/Freezer too Temperature control •See About the control.
warm not set cold enough. Note: Changing the
temperature control will
change the temperatures of
both the Fresh food and
Freezer compartments.
Warm weather or •Set the temperature
frequent door openings. control one step colder.
See About the control.
Door left open. •Check to see if package is
holding door open.
Cabinet sides are warm •This is normal for a hot
wall type condenser.
Ice/Frost build up •See Care and Cleaning
Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor •Foods with strong odors
to refrigerator. should be tightly wrapped.
•Keep an open box of
baking soda in the
refrigerator; replace
every three months.
Interior needs cleaning. •See Care and cleaning.
Moisture forms on Not unusual during •Wipe surface dry.
outside of refrigerator periods of high humidity.
Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too long
(in humid weather, door openings.
air carries moisture
into refrigerator when
door is opened)
Fresh Food/Freezer too Temperature control •See About the control.
cold set too cold. Note: Changing the
temperature control will
change the temperatures of
both the Fresh food and
Freezer compartments.
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GE Refrigerator Warranty. GEAppliances.ca
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for
products purchased for use in Canada.
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incendental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from province to province. To know what your legal rights are in your
province, consult your local or provincial consumer affairs office.
Warrantor: Mabe Canada Inc.
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write;
Consumer Relations Manager - Mabe Canada Inc.
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310, Moncton NB E1C 9M3
For The Period Of: Mabe Will Replace:
One Year Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in
From the date of the materials or workmanship. During this full one-year
original purchase warranty, Mabe will also provide, free of charge, all
labour and related service costs to repair or replace the
defective part.
Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
Improper installation.
Failure of the product if it is abused,
misused, or used for other than the
intended purpose or used
commercially.
Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
Damage to the product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage
to personal property caused by
possible defects with this appliance.
Read your Use & Care Material:
If you then have any questions about
operating the product, please contact
your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office
at the address below, or call toll free:
Mabe Canada Inc.
1-800-561-3344
Consumer Information Service
What Mabe Will Not Cover:
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All warranty service provided by our Factory
Service Centers, or an authorized Customer
Care® technician during normal working
hours. For service, call 1-800-561-3344.
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Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original
purchase date is needed
to obtain service
underthe warranty.

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Service Telephone Numbers.
In-Home Repair Service 1-800-561-3344
Expert Mabe repair service is only a phone call away.
Product Satisfaction
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Mabe, follow these steps.
First, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Next, if you are still not
pleased, write all the details–including your phone number–to:
Manager, Consumer Relations,
Mabe Canada Inc.,
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane,
Moncton, NB E1C 9M3.