GE GTH18KBXBRCC and Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions .2- _
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker ........... 8
(;are and Cleaning ......... 9, 10
Shelves .................... 5, 6
Storage Drawers ............. 6, 7
Temperature Controls .......... 4
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the ReDigeramr ............. 11
Reversing the Door Swing . . 16-91
V(ater Line Installation ..... 19-16
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service . .92, 93
Normal Operating Sounds ..... 99
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .... Back Cover
Product Registration
(Canadian) .............. 95, 96
Product Registration (U.S.) . 97, 98
V(arranty for
Canadian Customers ......... 94
_4'arranty for U.S. Customers . . . 99
Models 16, 17, 18
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Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label on
the upper lett side of the fl'esh toed
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
_:i:This refrigerator must be i}roperl_ installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
i)::Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in the reli_igerato_: They could
damage the refi_igerator and seriously iqiure
themselves.
::_ Do not touch the cold sm_i_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin may stick t() these extremely cold stm'aces.
_'_Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\:q)ms and liquids in the viciniv,, of this or any
other appliance.
i)::In refi_igerato_ with automatic icemake_,
avoid conta ct with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the headng element
locamd on the bottom _ff the icemake_: Do not
place finge_ or hands on the aUtOlnatic
icemaking mechanism while the reli_igerator is
i)lugged in.
i)::Kee I) finge_s out _ff the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_ and between
the doois and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careflfl closing doms when children are
in the area.
i)::UnI)lug the refrigerator befin'e cleaning and
making repai_.
NOTE."We stronglyrecommendthat anyservlcl))gbe
performedby aqualified individual
_?_Turlfing the control to the 0position does
not remove power to the light circuit.
i)_:Do not refi'eeze fl'ozen foods which have
thawed complemly:
ADANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entralmlent and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Jtmked or abandoned
reffigeratm_ are still dangerous...even if they will
sit fin" "just a few days." If you are getting rid of
your old reliJgeratm; please follow the instructions
below to hel I) prevent accidents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOld
Refrigerator or Freezer:
_: Take off the dome.
Refrigerants
M1 refi_igeration products contain refi_igerants,
which under federal law InUSt be removed prior
to product disposal. If you are getting rid _d an
old refrigeration product, check with the company
handling the disposal about what to do.
iJi::I,eave the shelves in place so that children max
not easily climb inside.

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALLiNSTRUCtiONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Donot, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded.
Tile power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (gro/mding) plug which mates with a
standard B-prong (gro/mding) wall outlet to
minimize tile possibili_, of electric shock hazard
fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electridan to make sm'e tile outlet is
properly gro/mded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is
enco/mtered, it is yore" personal responsibiliD' and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly
gro/mded 3-prong wall outlet.
Tile reli-igerator should alwa D be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a w)ltage
rating that matches tile rating plate.
This provides tile best pe_om_ance and also
I)rexents oxefloading, house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxefl/eated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator bv pulling on tile
power cord. Mways grip plug firefly and pull
straight out fl'om tile outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fl'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
\4lien moving tile refrigerator away fl'om tile
wall, be careflll not to roll over or damage tile
power cord.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an extension cord.
HoweveI; if you I/ltlSt rise an extension cord, it is absolutely ne('essai'v that it be a UiAisted (in tile United
States) or a CSA-lismd (in Canada), 3-wire gro/mding b'pe appliance extension cord having a gro/mding
_'pe plug and outlet and that tile electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimmn) and 120 volts.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCtiONS
3

Aboutthetemperaturecontroldial.
Turning the dial to 0 stops cooling in both compartments--fresh food and freezer. It does not shut off power to
the refrigerator.
ControlSettings
Temperature Control Dial
The temperature control dial has nine settings plus O. Iis the wam_est. 9is the coldest.
At first, set the dial at 5.
After using the refl'igeratot; a(!iust the dial if necessary.
Insert a coin into the slot in the middle of the dial and w)u can turn the dial to the setting
that is best suited to w)ur needs.
Allow 24 hours tot the refl'igerator to get cold.
4

Aboutthefreshfoodcompartmentshelves.
Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.
ITlTilt up
Half-Width Shelves
One end ot the shelf rests on a molded
side-wall support; a bracket on the other
end hooks into a track on the rear
cabinet wall.
To remove, lift the shelf up at fl'ont, then
off the stlpport and otlt of the track.
To replace, select desired shelf height.
_,_ith shelf front raised slightly, hook the
bracket's top lug into the track, then
h)wer the shelf onto the support.
NOTE:Theshelf to theright of thetrackis
des/)nedtohookinto theright-handslot,
theshelf to theleft is designedtohook
into theleft-handdot
Full-Width Shelves
Some models have a steel wire sliding
shelf, a stationa_ T teml)ered glass shelf or
two steel wire stationary shelves. These
shelves can be moved to another place
in the fresh fl)od compartment.
The fifll-width sliding shelf has stop-locks.
When placed correctly on the shelf
SUl)ports, the shelf will stop heft)re coming
completely ()tit of the reli'igerator and will
not tilt when you place food on it or
ten/eve fi)od from it.
To remove the full-width shelves, lift the
rear of the shelf and pull forward,
Toremove a full-width shelf when the fresh
food compartment door cannot be opened
fully, lifi the rear ot the shelf, pull
fin'ward and down, tilt the shelf and
take it out.
II II
Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)
Spillproof shelves have special edges
to hel I) prevent spills from dfil)l)ing
to lower shelves. To remove or replace
the shelves, see the above instructions.

About the freezer compartment shelves.
Some models have an ice-tray shelf and some have a full-width step shelf.
Ice-Tray Sheff
To remove the ice-tray shelf, ]itt file ]eft
side o_ the shell off its supports, then
pull the shelf to the left to fl'ee it of the
plug supports. Pull the sheff to the fight
to fl'ee the pins fl'om the holes in the
cabinet wall.
StepShelf
To remove the step shelf:
_]I_ifl left side ot shel_ slightl).
_Move shelf to the left to flee its right
ends fl'om holes in the cabinet _<fll.
[_] Lower fight side of shelf, moxe shelf to
the right and take it out.
To replace the step shelf:
[_]_ ith shelf tilted as sho_*_rll, fit lett ends
LJ of shelf into holes in cabinet wall.
_I,ifl left side of shelf slightly, swing shelf
up, fit right ends of shelf into holes in
cabinet wall, and lower shelf into place.
About the storage drawers.
Not all features are on all models.
Fru# and Vegetable Drawers
Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawex_ should be emptied
and the drawers wiped dry.
Snacks Drawer
The snacks drawer can be moved to the
most useflfl location fl)r wmr family's
needs.

About storage drawer and cover removal.
Not all features are on all models.
Humidity Contro!
HIGH LOW
Adjustable Humidity Drawer (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the wm to the LOW
HIGH setting to provide high humidit_ setting to provide lower humidi_' levels
recommended for most xegetables, recommended for most frtfits.
Drawer and Cover Removal
Drawers can be removed easily by grasping
the sides and lifting up slightly while
ptflling (h'awe_ past the stop location.
Full-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover
Toremove the cover, lift it oft its supports,
ptfll it forward, tilt it and take it out.
i_ _ , _ii
ii iiiiiii
Twin Drawers with Glass Cover
Toremove:
_]llemo_e the drawers.
[_ Reach in, push the front of glass
co',er up, and at the same time,
pull it forward as tar as it will come.
Tilt it and take it out. Avoid cleaning the
cold glass cover with hot water because
the extreme temperatm'e difii_rence may
catlse it to break.
_] Remo',e the drawer fl'ame. (Always
rei//o',e the glass co',er befi)re }o/'1
take out the drawer fi'ame.)
i,itt the ti'ame off the sui}ports at each
side and back, ptfll it torward, tilt it and
take it out.
Toreplace:
_] I,ower the frame tmtil it rests on the
SUl)ports at each side and back.
V_ ReI)lace the ,glass cox er, I)ushin'"_ its
0( )
rear edge firml) int the rear frame
channel and ,,entl_ lowering the front
into place.
[_]Replace the drawers.

About the automatic icemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power
Switch Icemaker
(
PowerLight lerArm
Powerswitch model
r
theSTOP
FeelerArmi!/ (up)position
the ON (down!
position
Feeler arm model
Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
Tile icemaker will produce approxinmtely
100-] 30 cubes in a 24-hour period,
depending on tile fl'eezer compartment
teiilpei'atHi'e, i'OOill teiili)ei'atHi'e _ nHiilber
of door openings and other use conditions.
There are two types of icemake_: power
switch models and feeler am/models.
If tile refl_igerator is operated befi we tile
water connection is made to tile icemake_;
set the power switch to 0 (off) or move the
teeler ann to tile STOP (up) position.
\_]/en tile refl_igerator has been connected
to the water supply, set the power switch to
tile I (On)position or move tile feeler arm to
tile ON (down) position. On power switch
models, the green light will come on.
Ybu will hear a buzzing so/md each time
the icemaker fills with water.
Tile icemaker Mll fill with water when it
cools to 15°E A newl)qnstalled reli-igerator
may take 12 to 24 hom_ to begin making
ice cubes.
Throw awm tile first taw batches of ice to
allow tile water line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with tile sweep
of tile feeler amL
\&lien tile bin fills to tile level of tile teeler
amL tile icemaker will stop produdng ice.
It is natural for several cubes to bejoined
together:
If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes
will become cloud); taste stale and shrink.
On power switch models, tile green power
light will blink if ice cubes get stuck in the
icemake_: To correct this, set tile power
switch to 0 (off)and remove the cubes. Set
the power switch to ! (0t))to restart the
icemake_: _Mter tile icemaker has been
turned on again, there will be a delay of
about 45 minutes before tile icemaker
I'eStlllles opei'ation.
NOTE:InhomeswithIowa>than-averagewater
pressure, you may hearthe icemaker cycle multiple
times when making one batch of ice.
Icemaker Accessory Kit
If your refl'igerator did not ah'eadv come
equipped with all automatic icemakec
an icemaker accessory kit is available at
extra cost,
Check tile back of tile refrigerator for
the specific icemaker kit needed for ?our
model,

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
The door handles and trim (on sonle
models). Clean with a cloth (laml)ened
with soapy water. Dry with a spit cloth.
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. Thesemay leave aresidue
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
(on some models) can be cleaned with
a commercially available stainless steel
cleaner. Do not use appliance wax or
polish on the stainless steel.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an o[)en be×
el baking soda in the fi'esh food and
freezer cOiill)_l i'tiil en is.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not practical, wring excess
moisture out of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or
conti'ols.
Use waHn 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 d_y.
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a
thin laver of petroleum.jelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side. This helps kee I)
the gaskets from sticking and bending
out of shape.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (onsome
models) with hot water because the extreme
temperature difference may cause them to
break. Handle glass shelves careful/)z Bumping
tempered glass can cause it to shatter
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in
the dishwasher
Cleaningthecondensercoils.
Condenser
There is no need for routine condenser
cleaning in normal home operating
envii'onillents. However, in eIIviI'()IlIlleIltS
that may be particulady dusty or greasy,
the condenser should be cleaned
periodically for elticient refrigerator
el)era tion.
To clean the condenser; turn the
temperature control dial to 0. Sweep
}IW}IV OI" V}IC[I[IIII I1 I) dust.
For best results, use a brash specially
designed t0r this i)urpose. It is available
at most appliance parts stores.

Care and c/eanino of the refrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be careful when moving the refl'igerator
away fron/ tile wall. All types of floor
coverings call be (lamaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
eI//bossed sslr_lces.
Turn tile leveling legs at each fl'ont corner
of tile refligerator cotmterch)ckwise tmtil
tile rolles_ support tile reli'igeratol: Pull tile
refl_igexvm)r straight out and return it to
position by pushing it straight in. Moving
tile refl_igemtor in a side direction may
result in damage to tile floor coveting or
reflJgemtor.
When pushing the refngerator back, make sure
you don't rofl over the power cord or icernaker
supply/1be (onsome models).
Mter rolling tile refl'igerator back into
place, turn tile legs (h)rkwise 5mtil tile
legs again bear the weight of the
refi'igerator.
Light Bulb Replacement
To replace a burned-out bulb, unplug
the refl'igerator fl'om its electrical outlet,
unscrew tile bulb when cool and replace
it with an appliance bulb of the same or
lower wattage.
Turningthecentre/to the0 positiondoesnot
removepowerto the//ght circuit.
Preparing for Vacation
For long Vil(;ltions ol abse51(es, rel//ove
%od and 5mplug tile refl'igerat(51: Move
tile temperature control dial to tile 0
position, and dean tile interior with a
baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to one quart
(1 liter) of water. I,eave tile doors open.
Set tile icemaker power switch to tile
0 (off} position or move tile tbeler ann to
tile STOP (5li)) position (depending o51
model) and shut off tile water supply to
tile refl'igerator.
If tile temperatm'e call drop below
fl'eezing, have a qualified servicer drain
tile water supply system (on some
models) to prevent serious property
damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Serm'e all loose items such as grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them
securely in place to prevent damage.
Be sure the refr/)erator stays in an upr/)ht
position dur/bg rnov/bg,
7O

Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 16,17,18
Questions?Call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)or Visitour X4_ebsiteat: ge.com
In Canada,call 1.800.361.3400or Visit,,mX_ebsite,t: www.geappliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT - S.,e hese
instructions for local inspector's use.
•IMPORTANT - Obse,,e.11
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer -Be sure to leaxe these
instructions xdth the (_onsumer.
• Note to Consumer - KeeI)these instructions
for future reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation
15 minutes
P,eversing the Door S*_ing
1 horn"
" Proper installation is the responsibilit} of the
installer.
• Product failure due to iml)ioper installation is not
co'_ered under the _'_u'rant}.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(on some models)
If the reliigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A water supply kit
(containing copper tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and
instructions) is available at extra cost fl'om your dealer,
by visiting our Website at ge.com (in Canada at
www.geapplimaces.ca) or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
•Do not install the reflJgerator where the temperatm'e
will go below 60°F (l 6 °C) because it will not mn otten
enough to maintain proper temperatm'es.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it flfllv
loaded.
CLEARANCES
_Mlow the fi)llowing clearances fi)r ease of installation,
proper air circulation and I)lumbing, and electrical
connections.
•Sides./4 (19ram)
•Top 1" (25 ram)
•Back 1" (25 ram)
ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS
Leveling legs near each fl'ont corner of the refl'igerator
are a(!justable. They firmly position the refl'igerator
and prevent it from moving when the (loo_ are
opened. I,eveling legs should be set so the fl'ont of the
refligerator is raised just enough that the doors close
easily when opened about hallway.
Tm'n the leveling legs clockwise to raise the
refl'igerator, counterclockwise to lower it.
Roflers next to the leveling legs allow you to move the
refrigerator away ti'om the wall tot cleaning.
Turn the legs com_terclockwise tmtil the weight of the
reli'igerator is transferred fl'om them to the rollers.
After rolling the refligerator back into place, turn the
legs clockwise tmtil the legs again bear the weight of
the refrigerator.
I
11

Installation instructions
I[! iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LiNE IONSOMEMODELS)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Reconm_ended copper water supply kits are WX8X2,
_X8X3 or _X8X4, depending on tile anmunt of
robing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines
are GE SmartConnec( '_Refl'igerator Tubing
(_3X08X 10002, _3X08X 10006, _3X08X 10015 and
X43X08X 10025).
When c(mnecting yore" refl_igerator to a GE Reverse
Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation
is with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water
systems, tollow tile manufi_cturer's recommendations.
This water line installation is not warranted bv the
refl'igerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these
instructions careflfllv to minimize tile risk of expensive
water damage.
_'ater halnlner (water banging in tile pipes) in house
plmnbing can cause damage to refl'igerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. (:all a qualified
plmnber to correct water hammer befi)re installing
the water supply line to the refl'igerator.
To prevent bm'ns and product damage, do not hook
up tile water line to tile hot water line.
If volt/lse VO/lr refl'igerator before connecting tile
water line, make sm'e the icemaker power switch is
in tile 0(off) position (on power switch models) or
tile feeler ann is in tile STOP(up) position (on feeler
arm models).
Do not install tile icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures tall below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sm'e the device is double
insulated or gro/mded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
plmnbing code requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Copper or GE SmartConnecP" Refrigerator Tubing
Mt, 1/4" outer diameter to connect tile refrigerator
to tile water suppl> If using copper, be sure both
ends of tile robing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance ti'om tile water _:dve on the back of the
refl'igerator to tile water supply pipe. Then add 8'
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10"
[25 cm] diameter) to allow tile refl'igerator to move
out fi'om tile wall after installation.
GE SmartConnect'" ReDigerator Tubing Kits are
available in tile fl>llowing lengths:
2' (0.6 m) - WX08X10002
6' (1.8 m) -WXOSXIO006
15' (4.6 m) - WX08X100I 5
25' (7.6 m) - WX08X10025
Be sure that tile kit you select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)
as described above.
NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in GE SmaxtCormect'" Refrigerator Tubing
kits. Do not use amy other plastic water supply line
because the line is under pressure at all times. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and
cause water damage to your home.
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Installation Instructions
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
_dve and fittings listed below) is available at extra
cost fl'om your dealer or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
• A cold water supply. The water l)ressme must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (] A-8.I bar).
• Power drill.
•1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper robing
to the shutoff _dve and the refrigerator water _dve.
OR
• If you are using a GE Smart(kmnec( _ Refl-_gerator
Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled
to the robing.
" If yore" existing copper water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (available at
phunbing supply stores) to com_ect the water line to
the refl'igerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting
with a tube cotter and then use a compression
fitting. Do not cut _k)rmed end .4/'oIn GE
SmartConnect'" Refi'igerator robing.
• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
Tile shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a
minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-t_pe
slmtoff valves are included in many water supply kits.
Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-t_pe valve
complies with your local plumbing codes.
Install the shutoff xalxe on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.
[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
SUPPLY
Turn on tile nearest fimcet hmg enough to clear
the lille of water.
[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location fi>r the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of
a vertical water pipe. When it is oecessarv to
coooect into a horizontal water pipe, inake the
colnlectioo to the top or side, rather than at the
bottom, to avoid drawing off aov sediu_eot fl'Oln
the water pipe.
[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a l/4" hole in the "_ater pipe (e'_eo i_ using
a sell'piercing vahe) using a sharp bit. R.emoxe an)
btu'l_ resulting frou_ drilling the hole in the pipe.
Take care not to allow water to drMn into the drill.
Failure to drill a I "" ma_
/4 hole result in reduced
ice production or smaller cubes.
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Installation Instructions
B INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutotI xalxe to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamg
Saddle-Type--5#
ShutoffValve
,)
-- VerticalCold
WaterPipe
NOTE: C(mmmnwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wdves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed plumber.
[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten tile clamp screws tmtil tile sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or vou mav crash tile
tubing.
Washer
Pi End
Clam_
[] ROUTE THE TUBING
Route tile tubing between tile cold water line and
tile refrigerator.
Route tile tubing through a hole drilled in tile wall
or floor (behind tile refl'igerator or a(!ja(-ent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 tm'ns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to
move out fl'om the wall after installation.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING
TO THE VALVE
Place tile compression nut and ferrule (sleexe)
for coI)per tubing onto the end of tile tubing and
connect it to tile shutott xalxe.
Make sm'e tile tubing is flfllv inserted into tile
wove. Tighten the compression nut seem'ely.
For plastic tubing fl'om a GE Smart(:onnect"
Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end
of the tubing into the shutott wdve and tighten
compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening
IIl_lV Catlse leaks.
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve
?ression
Nut
SmartConnect_
Tubing
Packing Nut.
Outlet Valve-- --Ferrule (sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wflves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with vom" licensed plmnber.
[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn tile main water supply on and flush out tile
robing until the water is clear,
Shut the water off at tile water valve after about
one quart (l liter) of water has been flushed
through tile tubing.
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[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
• Before making tile ctmnection to tile refrigerator,
be sm'e tile refrigerator power cord is not l_lugged,,
into tile wall outlet.
• We recommend installing a water filter if yore"
water supply has sand or particles that could clog
tile screen of tile refrigerator's water valve. Install
it in the water line near the refl'igerator. If using
GE SmartConnect >' Refl'igerator Tubing kit,
you will need an additional robe (WX08X10002)
to connect tile filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
Remo'_e the access co'_er.
Remo_e the plastic flexible cap from tile _<_ter
vaEe (refrigerator cmmection).
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Place the compression nut and terrule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown. (-)n GE
SmartConnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing kit,
the nuts are already assembled to the tubing.
Insert tile end of tile tubing into tile water valve
connection as flu" as possible. While holding tile
tubing, tighten tile fitting.
For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect _"
ReKigerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end
of the tubing into tile shutoff valve and tighten
compression nut until it is hand tight, then
tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening may cause leaks.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp proxided to
hold it in a xertical position. You max need to
pry open tile clamp.
1/4" Copper_ _ Tubing Clamp
Tubing
Refrigerator _,_ SmartConnect
Connection Tubing
Reattach tile access co_,er,
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[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
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Installation Instructions
El INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
&_rranoe the coil of tubing so that it does not _ibrate
a
against the back of the refrigerator or against the
wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
[] START THE ICEMAKER
On power switch models, set the icemaker power
switch m the I(On)position. On feeler am_ models,
move the feeler am_ to the ON (down) 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:
Powerswitch model
FeelerArmin
theON(down)position
Feelerarmmodel
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the
water xalxe may turn on up to 3 times to delixer
enouoh water to the icemaker.
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT NOTES
When re\'e_ing the door swing:
•Read the instructions all the way through before
starting.
• Handle parts careflflly to awfid scratching paint.
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using
them in the wrong places.
• Provide a non-scratching work sm'tace for
the doo_s.
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the
cabinet tmtil doo>swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are tbr changing the hinges fl'om
the right side to the leti side--if vou ever want to change
the hinges back to the right side, tk)llow these same
inst_ uctions and reverse all references to left and right.
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TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillipsscrewdriver Maskingtape
5/16" hex-head T20orT25Torxdriver,
socketdriver (neededfor some
models)
Puttyknife orthin-blade
screwdriver 5/16" open-end
wrench

Installation instructions
[] BEFORE YOU START
1.1 Unplug the refrigerator ti'on/its electrical
outlet.
2.2 X,_ith a 5/16" hex-head socket drixer, remoxe the
screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet.
1.2 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
COIl/ p}l I'tll/e n t,
CAUTION: Do not let either door drop to the
floor, To do so could daIlla(reo the door stop,
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
2.1 Tape the door shut with maskiw,, ., tape.
2.3 I,ift the hinoe,_ (and the shim glued to it) straioht,
up to free the hinge pin from the socket in
the top of the door and set it aside, ahmg with
its screws.
TopHinge --
2.4 Remo_e tile tape and tilt tile door awa_ from tile
cabinet, I,ifl it off the center hinge pin,
2.5 Set tile door on a non-scratching surfi_ce with
the outside up.
2.6 Transfer the 2 screws from the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes _acated b_ the
top hinge removal.
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B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR
3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape.
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR (CONT.)
3.4 Set the door outside-ui ) on a non-scratching
S/llS[ilce,
3.2 Using a 5/16" hex-head socket screwdriver and
a 5/16" open-end wrench, remove the two
screws holding the center hinge (and the shim
glued to it) to the cabinet. I,ift the center hinge
to free its pin ti'om the socket in the top of the
doo_, and set hinge and screws aside. Be careful
not to lose the center hinge spacer mad washer.
3.3 Rein(we the tape and tilt the door away fl'om the
cabinet. I,ifl the door fi'om the pin in the bottom
hinge bracket. (If the plastic washer sticks to the
door bottom, put it back on the hinge.)
3.5 Transfer the two screws fl'om the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes _ _cated b_ the center
hin,,e I'eI/lO_,al.
3.6 Transfer the washer (if your model has one) to the
opposite side.
3.7 Take one of the scre_vs removed in step 2 and start
it in the outem_ost screw hole on the opposite side.
Do not drive it all the way down--leave enough
space trader the screw head tot thickness of shim
and bracket.
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[] REVERSING THE HARDWARE
4.1 Ren/ove tile base grille (if' _our refrigerator has
one) b} pulling it straight out.
4.2 Moxe tile botton/ hinoe_ bracket (and shim glued
to it) and plastic washer from tile right side to tile
left side,
Models with a hinge bracket
that has 2 screw holes. Modelswith a hingebracket thathas4 screwholes.
Switchthe hingepin tothe
oppositesideofthe bracket.
4.3 Interchange hinge (and the shim glued to it) and
screws at top right with screws at top left of cabinet.
Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time,
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Installing the hinge on the left. Installing the hinge on the right.
NOTES:
• Some hinges have fimr holes. Which holes vou
use fin" installing tile hinge depends on which
side wm install tile hinge.
• Tile outer edge of tile hinge shotfld be parallel
to tile edge of tile case for correct installation.
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[] REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES
5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle
5.1.1 Remove tile handle plug using a
tape-tipped putty knife under tile edge,
and rei//ove tile sci'ew tlnderneath.
Remove tile two screws holding tile
handle to tile top of tile (loot'.
Plug'_
5.1.2 Remoxe tile handle.
5.1.3 Remoxe tile screws from tile right edge of tile
door top and insert them into tile handle screw
holes on tile opposite side.
5.1.4 With tape-tipped putty knite or thin-blade
screwdriver, pry out the pltlg button from the
hinge hole on the left side of the door and
insert it into the hole on the opposite side that
was w_cated by remowd of the top hinge.
Plug Bu_
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B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[_REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES
(CONT.)
5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle
(cont.)
5.1.5 Pull the plug button ti'on_ the front
of the door and transfer it to the
opposite side,
Plug Button Toreattachthe
handleonthe
oppositeside.
5.2 Transfer door stop
5.2.1 Mo_e the metal door stop
fron/ the right end to the Door Stop
le)tend. __
Left Sid
5.2.2 Mo_eam
screws fl'om Right Side
the left end to
the right end,
5.3 Reinstalling the Fresh Food Door
Handle
5.3.1 Attach the handle to
the right side of the
door with screws at
the top and trader
the handle plug,
5.3.2 Reinstall the handle plug. _._-
5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle
5.4.1 Remo_e the screw
holding the handle
to rite top of rite
door and the two
screws holding the
handle to the bottom
of the door.
5.4.2 Remo_e the handle. I
5.4.3 Remoxe the screw fl'om the right, toi ) edge of the
door and insert it into the handle screw hole on
the leii side,
5.4.5 Attach the handle to the fight edge of the door
with screws at top and bottom, using bottom
holes _acated b_ removal of the door stop screws.
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