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Safety Instructions ............... 2-4
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker ............... ] ]
Care and Cleaning .............. 13, 14
Crispers and Pans ................. 10
Ice and _'ater Dispenser ......... 12, 13
Reflig_ramr Doors ................. 9
Replacing the Light Bu]bs ........... 15
Shelves and Bins ................. 7, 8
Temperature Controls ............... 5
TurboCool _'' . ...................... 5
VVater Filter ....................... 6
Installation Instruc_tions
Installing the Refligerator . ....... 21-24
Moving the Refiigerator . ........ 17-20
Preparing to Install
the Refiigerator . .................. 16
VVater Line Installation .......... 25-27
Troubleshooting Tips ........... 28-31
Normal Operating Sounds .......... 28
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ......... Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ............ 32
Product Registration (U.S.) ....... 33, 34
Product Registration (Canadian) . . .35, 36
State of California _'ater
Treatment Device Certificate ......... 37
VVarranty (Canadian) ............... 38
_'arrantv (U.S.) ................... 39
Models23,25and27
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Refrigeradores
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Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbe_ on a label inside
the refl'igerator compartment at the
top on the fight side. 200D2600P0247 49-60372 05-05JR

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:
This refi-igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in the reli-igerato_: They could
damage the reti_igerator and seriously iqj ure
themselves.
Do not touch the cold surfi_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may stick to these extremely cold stmfaces.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\:q)o_s and liquids in the vicinity ot this or any
other appliance.
In refl_igerato_ with automatic icemake_,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
locamd on the bottom _ffthe icemake_: Do
not place finge_s or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism while the reti_igerator
is plugged in.
Keep finge_ out ot the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_5 and between
the (loo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be caretul closing (loo_ when children are
in the area.
Unplug the refrigerator befiwe cleaning and
making repai_.
NOTE"We stronglyrecommendthat anyservlkingbe
performedby aqualified individual
Setting either or both controls to 0(off)does not
remove power to the light circuit.
Do not reti'eeze ti'ozen toods which have
thawed completely.

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[, DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entral)ment and suffocation are not i)rol)lems
of the past, Junked or abandoned refl_igerat(n_ are
still dangerotls.. ,even if they will sit for "just a few
days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator;
please fi)llow the instructions below to hel I) prevent
accidents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
Take off the dome.
I,eave the shelxes in place so that children ma)
not easilx climb inside.
Refrigerants
_M1 refl_igeration products contain refrigerants,
which trader fe(leral law must be removed prior
to product disposal. If wm are getting rid of an
old refrigeration product, check with the
company handling the disposal about what
to do.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.
However; if _ou must use an extension cord, it is absolutel) necessar) that it be a Ul,-listed (in the United
States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire ,grotmdin_, _'l)e appliance extension cord havim,_ a ,gmtmding,
type I)lu°_ and outlet and that the electrical ratino_ of the cord be 15 alnperes (ininiimun) and 120 xolts.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
a, WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safety this appfiance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates Mth
a standard 3-prong (gromMing) wall outlet to
minimize the possibili F of electric shock haa_rd
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electridan to make sm'e the outlet is
properly grotmded.
If the outlet is a standard 9-prong outlet, it is
yam" personal responsibili_' and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grotmded
3-prong wall outlet.
The refl-igerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a w)ltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best perlommnce and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.
Never uni)lug your refl_igerator by pulling on
tile power cord. Mwavs grip plug firefly and pull
straight out fl'om the outlet,
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fl'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that sho_:s cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
\._]/en moving tile refl_igerator away from tile
wall, be carefld not to roll over or damage tile
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Adapterplug_notpermittedinca_odo)
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
However; if' you, must use an adapter; where local
codes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly gromMed 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UI Aisted adapter a\:lilable at most local
haYdwai'e stoYes.
Tile linger slot in tile adapter must be aligned with
the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper
polarhy in tile com_ecfion of tile power cord.
When (lisc(mnecting tile power cord fl'om tile
a(lapte_; alwa>s hold tile adal)ter in place with one
hand while pulling tile power cord i)lug with tile
other hand. If this is not done, tile adapter gromM
temfinal is very likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter gro/md temfinal breaLs, DO NOT
USEthe refrigerator until a proper ground has
been established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the waft
outlet is grounded through the house wiring. Youshould
have the circuit checkedby a qualified electrician to
make sure the outlet is properly grounded
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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FREEZER FRESHFOOD
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Initially,set therefrigerator control at5and thefreezercontrol at 5andallow 12-24
hoursfor thetemperaturetostabilize.
Severaladjustmentsmaybe required.Adjust the controlsoneincrementata time,and
allow 12hoursafter eachadjustmentforthe refrigeratorto reachthe temperatureyou
haveset
Settingthe controlsto0stopscoolingin boththerefrigerator andfreezer compartments
but doesnotshut offelectrical power to therefrigerator.Onsomemodels,onlythe
refrigerator control hasa 0setting.
Touchpadcontrols
•Settingeithercontrol at0will automaticallyset the othercontrolat gThezeros will
blink untilyouset thecontrols.
• If bothcontrolsare set at0andeither COLDERpad ispressed,thecontrolswill
automaticallyresetto 5.
Controlsettings will varybasedonpersonalpreferences,usageandoperating
conditionsandmayrequiremorethanoneadjustment.
NOTE:Onsomemodels,therefr/_?eratorisshippedwithprotectivefilmcoveringthetemperature
controls.If thisfilmwasnotremoveddunnginstallation,removeitnow
About TurboCooEM(on some models)
How#Works
TurboCool rapidly cools tile retiigerator
coml)artn/ent in order to more quickly
cool fi)ods. Use TurboCool when adding a
large anlount of food to tile refligerator
compartment, putting away foods alier they
have been sitting out at room temperatm'e
or when putting away wam_ leftovers. It can
also be used if the reli_igerator has been
without power fi)r an extended period.
Once acti\:_te(1, the compressor will tm'n on
immediately and the rims will Q:cle on and
off at high speed as needed fin" eight horns.
Tile compressor will continue to rtm tmtil
tile refligerator compartment cools m
approximately 34°F (l °C), then it will cycle
on and off to maintain this setting. After 8
hom_, or if TurboCool is l)_essed again, tile
refligerator compartment will retm'n to
the original setting.
How to Use
Press TurboCool.Tile TurboCool
indicator light Mll come on; however;
tile refrigerator temperatm'e display
will still show the current setting,
_Mter TurboCoolis colnplete, tile TurboCool
indicator light will go out.
NOTES:The reli_igerator telnl)erature
cmmot be changed dining
TurboCooL
Tile fl'eezer temperature is not
affected (huJng TurboCooL
_4]/en opening tile reliigerator
door dm'ing TurboCooLtile liras
will continue to rt:m if they have
cycled on.

Aboutthe water filter (onsomemodels).
On some models
Water FilterCartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in tile back upper fight
coi'nei" of tile reflJgerator COllli)ai'tl/lent,
When to Replace the Filter onModels With a
ReplacementIndicatorLight
There is a replacement indicator light for tile water filter
cartridge on tile dispense_: This light will tm'n orange to tell
you that you need to replace tile filter soon.
The filter cartridge should be replaced when the
replacement indicator light ttlFns red or if tile flow of water
to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.
When to Replace the Filter onModels Without a
ReplacementIndicatorLight
The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months
or earlier if the flow of water to tile water dispenser or
icemaker decreases.
Removingthe Filter Cartridge
If you are replacing tile cartridge, ti_t remove tile old one
b)' slowly turning it to tile lelL Do n0t pull down on tile
cam_klge. A small amo/mt of water may drip down.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
O There is an adapter attached to tile top ot tile new filter
cartridge.
If w)u are replacing a SmartWater cartridge, tile adapter
must be removed before installing tile cartridge. To
remove tile adapter, turn it to tile left about 1/4 tm'n.
If you are replacing a Water by gulligan cartridge,
leave the adapter in place. This adapter will stay in the
refl_igerator when you replace flmue cartridges.
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With adapter Withoutadapter
(appearance may vary)
@ On models without a replacement indicator light,
appl) tile month and )ear sticker to tile new cartridge
to remind xou to replace tile filter in sixmonths.
O Fill tile replacement cartridge with water fl'om tile tap
to allow fi)r better flow fl'om the dispenser immediately
after installation.
O i,ine up tile arrow on tile cartridge and tile cartridge
holder: Place tile top of tile new cartridge up inside tile
holdex: Do not push it up into tile holdex:
Slowly tm'n it to tile fight tmfil tile filter cartridge stops.
DO NOTOVERTIGHTEN. As you turn tile cartridge, it will
automatically raise itself into position. The cam_idge will
moxe about ]/2 turn.
O Run water fl'om the dispenser fl)r 3 mintttes (about 1-1/9
gallons) to clear the sxstem and prevent sputtering.
Press and hold tile RESETWATERFILTERpad (on some
models) on the dispenser for 3 seconds.
NOTE:Anewly-installed water filter cartridge may cause
water to spurt fl'om tile dispensex:
FilterBypassPlug
Y)u must use tile filter b)pass l)lug when a replacement
filter cartridge is not a\:filable. The dispenser and the
icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter
bypass phtg.
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Filter-'_.,
Plug_
SmartWater WaterbyCut/igan
To use the filter bypass plug on Waterby Cu//igan models,
you must til_t reInove the filter adapter h'om the cartlJdge
holder b_ tm'nin(._ it to the left.
If you ha\v q uesfi(ms--visit ()ur Website
at ge.c( )Ill,
or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737).
Replacement filters:
To order additional filter cartridges in the United States,
visit our Website at ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
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Suggested Retail $38.95-47.95
Custome_ in Canada should consult tile yelh)w pages fl)r
tile nearest Camco Serxice Center;

Abouttheshelvesandbins. vvvvw.GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Refrigerawr #in
Freezerbin
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Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
Large Bins
The larger refiigerator door bins and
fl'eezer tilt-out door bins are ac!iustable.
Toremove: iJfi the ti'ont oI the bin straight
up, then lift up and out.
The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shell Place a finger on either side of the
snugger near the rear and move it back
and forth to fit your needs.
Toreplace or relocate: Engage the back side Donotblock
do(n: Then push down on the ti'ont of the
bin. Bin will lock in place.
SmallBms
Toremove: Lift the fl'ont of the bin straight
up then out.
Toreplace: Position the bin above the
rectangular molded supports on the dora;
Then slide the bin down onto the support
to lock it in place.
CAUTION:On
modelswithanice
chuteinsidethetop
freezerdoorbib,be
carefulwhenp/aclbg
itemsin thebib.
Makesurethat
itemsdonotblock
orfailintotheice
chute.
Freezer tilt-out bin
Presstab andpullshelf
forwardtoremove
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
The slide-out spillproof shelf allows )ou
to reach items stored behind othe_s. The
special edges are designed to help prexent
spills ti'om dripping to lower shelxes.
Toremove:
Slide the shelf out until it reaches the stop,
then press down on the tab and slide the
shelf straight out.
Toreplace orrelocate:
I,ine the shelf up Mth the supports and
slide it into place. The shelf can be
repositioned when the door is at 90 ° or
more. To reposition the shelf, slide the shelf
past the stops and angle downward. Slide
shelf down to the desired position, line up
with the supports and slide into place.
Make sure youpush the shelves all the way back
in before you dose the door

Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Not all features are on all models.
QuickSpace TM Sheff (onsomemodels)
This shelf splits in half and slides under
itself fin" storage ot tall items on the shelf
below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced
or relocatedj ust like Slide-Out Spillproof
Shelves.
On some models, this shelf can not be used
in the lowest position.
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Freezer Baskets
To remove, slide out to the stop position,
lift the fl'ont past the stop position, and
slide out.
Makesureyoupushthebasketsall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoo_
Sfide-Out Freezer Shelves
Toremove, slide out to the stopposition,
lift the ti'ont past the stop position, and
slide {)tit ti'OIll i*ib.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoo_
) Fixed Freezer Shelves
Toremove, lift the shelf up at the left side
and then bring the shelf out.
NOTE FOR DISPENSER MODEL& In order
to take flfll advantage of the tilt-out ice bin
(on some models), only store items on the
shelf below the ice bin that are no taller
than the lowest point on the bin.

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Refrigerator Doors
The refl_igerator (loo_ may teel different
than the ones you are used to. The
special door opening/closing teatuI'e
makes sure the doo_ close all the way
and are securely sealed.
_Al/en opening and closing tile door you
will notice a stop position. If tile door is
opened past this stop point, the door will
remain open to allow you to load and
unload fi_od more easily; _\]/en tile door
is only partially open, it will automatically
close.
Tile resistance xou teel at tile stop
position will be reduced as tile door
is loaded with tood.
When the door is only partially open,
it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will
stay open.
Door Alignment
1t dooIS are uneven, a(!just tile
refligerator (loo_:
O Using a 7/] 6" socket wrench, ttli'n
the door adiustin<* screw to the Fight
to raise tile door; to tile left, to lower
it. (A nflon plug, imbedded in tile
threads of the pin, prevents the pin
fl'om turning unless a wrench is
used.)
0 After one or two turns of tile
wrench, open and close tile
refl_igerator door and check the
alignment at the top of the (loots,

Aboutthe crispersandpans.
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crispers
Excess water that may ac('unmlate in the
b(_ttom of the (h'awe_s should be wiped (h_'.
ai_ LO Adjustable Humidity Crispers
Slide the control all the way to the HIsetting
to provide high humidly' recommended fi)r
most vegetables,
Slide the control all the wm to the tO
setfino_ to proxide lower humidity, le_ els
recomnlended fi)r most fl'uits.
About crisper removal
Not a/! features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
Crisper_ cm_ easily be removed b)' pl_]]im_g
the (h_v, er straight ol_t m_d ]iflim_g the
d_;_er Iq:_m_d o_ er t]_e Mop ]ocatiom
K t]_e door prevem_ts yol_ J_'om takh_g <rot
t]_e dry,wets, first t_' to remove t]_e door
bim_s. If t]_is does m_ot of[br el_ollgh
c]ealm/ce, the re{}ige_tor _%rH]] m/eed to
be roiled %P, vard m_ti] the door opells
e_ol_gh to slide the drinkers olin I_ some
cases, whe_ }o_ ro]l the reiiige_m_r o_t,
_X)_ _srH]]_eed to mo_ e the reiiJge_;_tor
to the ]eR or right as }o_ ro]] it o_t,
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Abouttheautomaticicemaker, www.GEAppliances.com
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Automatic Icemaker
Power
Switch Icemaker
Green
PowerLight _rArm
The icetnaker will i)roduce seven cubes
per cycle>--al)l)roxilnately 100- 130 cubes
in a 24-hour period, dei)ending (m fl'eezer
coi/ll)ai'tlllent tei/lpei'attli'e_ i'ooi/1
teml)eramre, imlnber of door ol)enings
and other use conditions.
See below fin" how to access ice and reach
the power switch on dispenser models.
If the refl-igerator is operated befi)re the
water COlmecfion is inade to the icelnakei,
set the power switch in the 0 (off) position.
When the refl-igerator has been coimected
to the water sui)i)ly, set the power switch to
the I(On) position.
The icelnaker will fill with water when it
cools to ] 5°F (-10°C). A newly install ed
refi_igerator may take 12 to 94 hom_ to begin
making ice cubes.
You will hear a buzzing sotuld each dine
the icemaker fills with water:
Throw awm the first tew batches of ice to
allow the water line to cleai:
Be sure t_othing interteres with the sweep
of the teeler aim.
When the bin fills to the level of the teeler
amL the icemaker will stop producing
ice. It is nomml tor several cubes to be
joined togethei:
If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes
will become cloudy, tasm stale and shrii_k.
NOTE."Inhomeswith lower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayhear the icemakercycle multiple
times whenmakingonebatchof ice.
Models without a shelf
above the ice bin
Toaccessice andreachthe
icemakerpowerswitch:
oLift flTebin, then pull it
forward until the bin stops.
Lower thebin to access ice
or reach the power switch.
NOTE:In order to take full advantage
of the tilt-out ice bin, only store items
on the shelf below the ice bin that
are no taller than the Iowest poflTt
on the bin.
Accessing Ice and Reaching the
Power Switch on Dispenser Models
There are two types of ice storage bins on
dispensermodels.One has a shelf' above
the bill the other does not.
Special note about dispenser models
without a shelf above the ice bin:
These models have a tilt-out ice bin.
The bin can be tilted out as shown in
the illustrations, and it will hold itself
up while you take ice out or turi_ the
icelnaker power switch on and off.
Be sure to put the bin back in place
betore closing the dooi:
{{:To restore your ice level from an empty
bucket stage, the following steps axe
recommended:
12 houi_ atter the fii_t batch ofice
has fifllen into the bin, dispense
3 to 4 cubes.
0 _MteI"an additional 6 hems, dispense
3 to 4 cubes again.
These steps will restore your ice level
in the shortest alnount of tilne.
Models with a shelf
above the ice bin
Toaccess ice, pull the bin forward.
IceBin
Toreach the power switch, pull the
shelf straight out Always besure to
replace the shelf.
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About the ice and water dispenser (onsome models).
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SpillShelf
ToUse theDispenser
Select CUBEDICE_, CRUSHEDICE_Dispenser Light
or WATER_.
Press the glass gently against the top ol the
dispenser cradle.
Tile spill shelf is not sel6(h'aining. To
reduce water spotting, tile shelf and its LIGHT
grille should be cleaned regularly.
If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is
first installed,there may be air in the water line
system.Press the dispenserarm for at least two
minutes to remove trappedair from the water
line and to fill the water system.To flush out
impuritiesin the water line, throw away the first
s/)<glassfulsof water
CAUTION: Never put fingersor any other
objectsinto the ice crasher dischargeopening.
Lockingthe Dispenser QUICKICE
_Press the LOCKCONTROL
pad fin" 3 seconds to
lock the dispenser and DoorAlarm
c(mtrol panel. T(>
LOCK CONTROL unh>ck, press and
HOLD3SECS hold the pad again
fi>l"3 seconds.
This pad turns the night
light in the dispenser on
and ofli The light also
comes on when the
dispenser cradle is
pressed. If this light
bm'ns out, it should be
replaced with a 6 watt
12V maximmn bulb.
QuickIce (onsomemodels)
DOOR ALARM
_,\]_en you need ice
in a hurry, press this
pad t(> speed up ice
production. This will
incl'e;ise ice production
tot the fi)llowing
48 hom_ or until you
press the pad again.
To set the alalln,
press this pad until the
indiczm wlight c(m_es
on. This almm will
sound if either do(>r
is ol)en fin" more than
:4 minutes. The light
goes (>ut and the
beel)ing stops when
you close the dool:
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
Do not add ice fl'om trays or bags to
the storage (h'awe_: It may n(>t crush or
dispense well.
Avoid (>re,tilling glass with ice and use of
narr(>w glasses. Backed-u l) ice can jam the
chute or cause the door in the chute to
freeze shut. If ice is blocking the chute,
poke it through with a wooden spoon.
Beverages and fi>ods should not be
quick-chilled in the ice storage drawe_:
Cans, bottles or t0(>d packages in the
storage drawer may cause the icemaker
or a/IgeI" to janl.
To kee I) dispensed ice fl'om missing
the glass, put the glass close to, but not
touching, the dispenser opening.
Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
though you selected CUBED ICE. This
hapl)ens (>ccasionally when a tew cubes
accidentally get directed to the crushe_:
_Mter crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip fl'om the chute.
Sometimes a small m(>tmd of snow will
titan on the d(>or in the ice chute. This
condition is n(mnal and usually (>(('m_
when vou have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly. The snow will eventually
eval)orate.
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Models without a shelf
above the ice bin
TOremove:
oLift flTebin, then )ull it
forward until the bin stops.
oLift andpull forward again
to remove the bin.
Removing and Replacing the Ice
Storage Bin on Dispenser Models
Thereare two typesof ice storage bins on
dispenser models. One has a shelf above
the bin, the other does not.
Models with a shelf
above the ice bin
TOremove:
Always set tile icemaker power switch to tile
0 (off) position heft n'e rein ()vim,_tile ice bin.
When replacing either type ofice bin:
Mwavs be sure to press it fimfl,v into place.
If it does not go all tile wm back remoxe it m
and rotate tile dri'_e mechanism 1/4 tm'n. g
Then push the bin back again.
Pull the bin straight out,then lift past
flTestop position.
Careand cleaningoftherefrigerator.
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Dispenser drip area.
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser drip area (on some models),
beneath tile grille, shotfld be wiped (hT: _\'ater
lett in this area may leaxe deposits. Remoxe
tile deposits by adding mMiluted vinegar m
the well. Soak tmtil the deposits disappear
or becoll/e loose enotlgh to IJnse }l_V}lV,
The dispenser cradle (on some models).
Betm'e cleaning, lock the disi)enser by
pressing and holding the LOCK CONTROL
pad fin" 3 seconds. Clean with w:mn
water and baking soda solution - about
a tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda to
a quart (1 liter) ot water. Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dry.
Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean Mth
a cloth dampened Mth soapy wateI:
Dry with a soft cloth.
Keeptheoutsideclean.Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
al)pliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent.
Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth,
Donot wipetherefn)eretor with asoileddish
cloth orwet towel Thesemayleavearesidue
that canerodethepaint.Donot usescouring
pads,powderedc/eanere,bleachorc/eanere
containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchand weakenthepainthblsh.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box ot
baking soda in tile fl'esh fi)od and fl'eezer
COIIll)_l i'[lilents.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this
is not practical, wring excess moisture out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning m'otmd
switches, lights or controls.
Use warn/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 odm_. Rinse and
wipe dry:
Use of any cleaning solution other than that
which is recommended, especially those that
contain petroleum distillates, can crack or
damage the interior of the refrigerator.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference
may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves
carefull_z Bumping tempered g/ass can cause
it to shatter
Do not wash any p/astic refr/gerator parts in the
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Careand cleaningofthe refrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be carefill when moving the refl_igerator
away fl'om the wall. M1 t,ipes of floor
coverings can be damaged, particulmty
cushioned coverings and those with
embossed stm'hces.
Pull the reti_igerator 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 reflJgeratoi:
When pushing the refngerator back, make sure
you don't rofl over the power cord or icemaker
supply hne (onsome models).
Preparing for Vacation
For long \;ications or absences, i'elllOVe
food and unplug the reli_igeratoi: Clean
the interior with a baking soda solution
of one tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda
to one quart (1 liter) of water: I,eave the
dooi_ open,
Set the icemaker power switch to the
0 (Off)position and shut off the water
supply to the reflJgeratoi:
If the temperature can drop below
fl'eezing, 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 shelves and
(h'awe_ by taping them secm'ely in place
to prevent damage.
\_]_en using a hand truck to move the
reti_igerato_; do not rest the fl'ont or back
of the refi_igerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refl_igeratm; Handle
only fl'om the sides ot the reflJgeratm;
Be sure the refngerator stays in an upright
position during moving.
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Replacingthelightbulbs, vvvvw.GEAppliances.com
Setting either or both controls to 0does not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light
0
@
Unplug the refl'igerator.
The bulbs are located at the top of the
compartment, inside the light shield.
Renlove the screw at the fl'ont ot the
light shield.
O Y • " "
O To rein xe the light shmld, press m on
the tabs on the sides of the shield and
slide fin'ward and out.
_Mter replacing the bulb with an
appliance bulb ot the same or lower
wattage, replace the light shield and
screw, X_]_en replacing the light shield,
make sure that the tabs at the back of
the shield fit into the slots at the back
of the light shield housing,
Plug the refl_igerator back in.
Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light
This light is located above the top drawe_
Unplug the ref'figemtm:
I,ifl the light shield up and pull it out.
_Mter replacing the bulb with an
appliance bulb of the same or lower
wattage, replace the shield,
Plug the refrigerator back in.
Freezer Compartment
Unplug the refrigerator.
Remove the shelf just above the light
shield. (The shell will be easier to
relnove if it is emptied filst.) Relnove
the screw at the top of the light shield.
To remove the light shield, press in on
the sides, and lift up and out.
Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield. When
reinstalling the light shield, make
sure the top tabs snap securely
into place. Replace the screw.
Reinstall the shelf and plug the
refl'igerator back in.
Dispenser
Unplug the refl{gerator.
The bulb is located on the dispenser
trader the control panel.
Remove the light bulb by tm'ning
it counterclockwise.
Replace the bulb with a bulb of the
same size and wattage.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 25 & 27
IBEFORE YOU BEGIN
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
-iMPORTANT - Savethese
instructions for tocal inspector's use.
-iMPORTANT - Observea,
governb_g codes and ordb_ances.
e Note to mnstamler - Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
e Note to Consumer - Keep these
instructions for future reference.
Skill level - Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical skills.
e Completion time - Refrigerator Installation
30 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.
mfthe refrigerator has already been installed,
remove the base grille (see Step 2 in Moving
the Re#_qerator), then skip to Step 5 in
Installing the Refrigerator.
I
PREPARATION
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have
to be connected to a cold water line. AGE
water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve, fittings and instructions) is available at
extra cost from your dealer, by visiting our
Website at www.GEAppliances.eom (in
Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from
Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in
Canada 1.888.261.3055).
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
3/8" and 5/16" Socket 1/2" and 7/16" Wrench
Plastic Putty Knife
Phillips Head Screwdriver
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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
[] LOADING THE RERIGERATOR
ONTO AHAND TRUCK
Leave all tape and door pads on doors
until the refrigerator is in its final location.
To move the refrigerator, use a padded
hand truck. Center the refrigerator on the
hand truck and secure the strap around
the refrigerator. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
THE STRAP.
[] REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE
Remove the grille by removing the two
Phillips head screws.
If the refrigerator must go through
any entrance that is less than 38"
wide, the doors must be removed.
Proceed to Step 3.
DO NOT remove the handles.
If all entrances are more than
38" wide, skip to Installing
the Refrigerator.
[] DISCONNECT THE WATER
COUPLING (on some models)
If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,
there is a water line from the cabinet into
the bottom hinge on the freezer door that
must be disconnected.
To disconnect, push in on the white collar
of the coupling and pull out the tubing.
White collar
Bottom
freezer
hinge
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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
[] DISCONNECT THE POWER
COUPLING (on some models)
If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,
there is a power line (harness) from the
cabinet into the bottom hinge on the
freezer door that must be disconnected.
To disconnect pull apart at the coupling.
[] DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL
CONNECTORS (on some models)
If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, there are electrical connectors
(harnesses) from the cabinet into the
bottom hinge on the refrigerator door
that must be disconnected.
To disconnect, pull apart each connector.
Bottom
refrigerator
hinge
[] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND
REFRIGERATOR DOORS
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
[] Remove the freezer door top hinge cover
by either squeezing it and pulling it up or
by prying it off with a plastic putty knife.
[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,
then lift the hinge straight up to free the
hinge pin. 5/16" Hex Head
[] Open the freezer door to 90. °
90 °
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[] REMOVE THE
FREEZER DOOR (cont.)
[] As one person slowly lifts the freezer door
up and off the bottom hinge, the second
person should carefully guide the water
line and power line (harness) through the
bottom hinge.
°
90°
[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface
with the inside up.
[] REMOVE THE
REFRIGERATOR DOOR
[] Remove the refrigerator door top hinge
cover by either squeezing it and pulling
it up or by prying it off with a plastic
putty knife.
[] REMOVE THE
REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)
[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,
then lift the hinge straight up to free the
hinge pin. 5/16" Hex Head
[] Open the refrigerator door to 90. °
_H
90 °
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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
[]
[]
REMOVE THE
REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)
Lift the refrigerator door up and off the
bottom hinge.
If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, one person should slowly lift the
door up and off the bottom hinge and the
second person should carefully guide the
electrical lines (harnesses) through the
bottom hinge.
90°
Refreshment Center Models only
[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface
with the inside up.
[] REPLACING THE DOORS
To replace the doors, simply reverse
steps 3 through 8.
However, please note the following:
• When lowering the doors onto the
bottom hinges, make sure the second
person carefully guides the tube and
harnesses through the holes in the
hinges.
• When connecting the water line, make
sure you insert the tubing all the way
to the mark.
Mark
• Do not pinch the tubing and harnesses
when placing the doors on the bottom
hinges.
• When connecting the power line and
the electrical lines (refreshment center
models only), be sure that the
connectors are seated together fully.
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