GE GTL12HBX Operating instructions

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Safetg Instructions ............. 2,3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning .................. 6, 7
Control Settings ....................... 4
Ice Service .............................. 5
Storage Drawers ....................... 4
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator ...................... 8
Reversing the Door Swing .......... 9-12
Troubleshooting Tips ........ 13-15
Normal Operating Sounds ........... 13
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .................. 18
Warrantu (U.S.) ...................... 17
GTL12HBX
GTRIOHAX
GTR12HBX
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Seriol #
You can find them on a label inside
the refrigerator.
197D8071PO02 49-60602 04-09JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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 refrigerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it isused.
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Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelvesin the refrigerator.They could
damage the refrigerator and seriously injure
themselves.
iiiiiiiiii_,Do not touch the cold surfaces inthe freezer
compartment, particularly when hands are
damp or wet. Skinmay stick to these extremely
cold surfaces.
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Do not store or usegasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids inthe vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism,or with the heating element
that releasesthe cubes. Donot placefingers or
hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refrigerator isplugged in.
Keepfingers out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doors and between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small.
Becareful closing doors when children are
in the area.
Unplug the refrigerator beforecleaning and making
repairs.
NOTE.:Westrongly recommend that ang servicing
beperformed by a qualified individual.
Turning the control to the COLD position does
not remove power to the light circuit.
Do not refreezefrozen foods which have
thawed completely.
_Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the
refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid
contact with a livewire filament. (Aburned-out light
bulb may break when being replaced.)
DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
Childentrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past.Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
still dangerous._evenif they will sit for "just a few
days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator,
pleasefollow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer:
iiiiiiiiiiiTakeoffthe doors.
Leavethe shelvesin place sothat children may not
easily climb inside.
Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,
which 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.
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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safet_l hazards under certain conditions, we strongl_t recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
However,if you must usean extension cord, it isabsolutely necessarythat it be a UL-listed,5-wire, grounding-
type appliance extensioncord having a grounding-type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the
cord be 15 amperes (minimum)and 120 volts.

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WARNING!
HOW TOCONNECTELECTRICITY
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.
Thepower cord ofthis appliance isequipped
with a 3-prong (grounding)plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (grounding)wall outlet
to minimizethe possibilitgof electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked bg
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
isproperlg grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet isencountered,
it is gour personal responsibilitgand obligation to
have it replaced with a properlg grounded 3-prong
wall outlet.
Therefrigerator should alwags be plugged into its
own individual electricaloutlet which hasa voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
Thisprovides the best performance and alsoprevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause
a fire hazard from overheated wires.
Never unplug gour refrigerator bg pulling on the
power cord.Alwags grip plug firmlg and pull straight
out from the outlet.
Repairor replace immediatelg all power cords that
have become fraged or otherwise damaged. Do not
usea cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator awag from the wall,
be careful not to roll overor damage the power cord.
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the control on the refrigerator.
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Freezer 3is Normal
Temperature 5 is Cold
There is a temperature control in the fresh food compartment
as well as the freezer compartment. Initially set the control
to Normu! in the fresh food and freezer compartments.
Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Adjust
Refrigerator
Tempereture
1is Cold
7 is Normol
9 is Coldest
ControlSettings
Adjust the fresh food control one increment
at a time.Allow 12 hours after each adjustment
for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you
have set.
Adjust the freezer control one increment at a time.
Allow 12 hours after each adjustment for the freezer
to reachthe temperature you have set.
After each adjustment, check both the freezer
and the fresh food compartments. Changingthe fresh
food control will affect the temperature of the freezer
compartment. Likewise,changing the freezer control
can affect the temperature of the fresh food
compartment.
Control settings will vary basedon personal
preferences,usage and operating conditions
and may require more than one adjustment.
Factors that affect temperature includethe amount
of food in the fresh food and freezer compartments,
frequency of door opening,and temperature of food
when placed in either compartment.
About the storage drawers.
Fruit und Vegetuble Druwers
Thesestorage drawers providespace to store fruits,
vegetables and meats. Toreplacethe drawers and the cover abovethem, the door must be fully opened. Insome installations,
the refrigerator may haveto be moved away from
the wall for the door to be fully opened.
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About ice service. GEApplionces.com
Ice Trays
Toreleaseicecubes,turn the tray upside
down, hold it over a container and twist
both ends.
Foronly one or two icecubes, leavethe tray
right-side up,twist both endsslightly and
remove asmany cubes as you want.
Wash icetrays in lukewarm water only-
do not put them in an automatic dishwasher.
Icemaker Accessory Kit (Models GTR22HBX and GTL22HBX on!g)
An icemaker accessory kit isavailable
from your dealer.The IM-4A, IM-6 or
equivalent accessory kit will work with
your refrigerator.
The water valve cover that came with the
Owner's Manual must be installed when
installing the optional icemaker kit.
Water Supply Kits (Models GTR!2HBX and GTL22HBX only)
Kits containing copper tubing, shutoff valve,
fittings and instructions needed to connect
the icemaker to your cold water line are
available at extra cost from your dealer
or from Partsand Accessories.Inthe U.S.,
coil 800.626.2002.

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
Keepthe outsideclean.Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid dish
detergent. Dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Donot wipe the refrigerator with a soileddish
cloth or wet towe!. Thesemag leavea residue
that can erodethe paint. Donot usescouring
pads, powdered cleaners,bleachor cleaners
containing bleach becausetheseproducts
can scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Protect the paint finish. Thefinish on the
outside of the refrigerator isa 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 isnew, and then
at leasttwice a year.
Cleaning the inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leavean open box
of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer
compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this isnot practical, wring excess moisture
out of spongeor cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Usewarm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml)of baking sodato
a quart (1 liter)of water.This both cleans and
neutralizesodors. Rinseand wipe dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator-including door
gaskets,fruit and vegetable drawers, and all
plastic parts-can be cleanedthe same way.
After cleaning the door gaskets,apply a thin
layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets
at the hinge side.This helpskeepthe gaskets
from sticking and bending out of shape. Do
not usecleansing powders or other abrasive
cleaners.
Donot wash any plastic refrigerator parts
in the dishwasher.
Avoid cleaningcoldglass shelves
(onsome models)with hot water because
the extremetemperature differencemag
causethem to break. Handleglassshelves
carefu!!g.Bumping tempered glasscan cause
it to shatter.
Behind the Refrigerator
Oncea year,move the refrigerator out
and vacuum the back coils.Becareful when
moving the refrigerator away from the wall.
Alltypes of floor coverings can be damaged,
particularly cushioned coverings and those
with embossed surfaces.
Pullthe refrigerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it straight in.
Movingthe refrigerator in a sidedirection
may result in damage to the floor covering
or refrigerator.
Whenpushing the refrigerator back,make
suregou don't ro!!over thepower cord.Also
be sureto leavea minimum o1:3"between
the wa!!and thecondensercoils
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Screw
Hole
Replacing the Light Bulb
Moving the contro! to COLD does not remove
power to the light circuit.
The bulb is IocQted behind the shield
in the bQckwall.
0 Unplug the refrigerator.
0 Removethe shelves(ifnecessQry).
0 Removethe screw.
Gentlg remove the light shield bg
Bulb inserting a flat heQd screwdriver
into the slot at the top of the shield
and pop it off.
Cover
ReplQcethe bulb with a 25W appliance
bulb with an E12candelabra base.
NOTE:If the bulb isnot avQilQbleat your IocQI
hardware store,contact GEcustomer service.
O Insert the tab at the bottom of the light
shield into the light bulb housing and
snQpinto plQce.
Replace the screw.
Replace the shelves if removed.
Plug in the refrigerator.
Preparing for Vacation
Forlong VQcQtionsor absences,remove food
and unplug the refrigerator.Cleonthe interior
with a bQkingsodQsolution of one
tablespoon (15ml)of bQkingsodQto one
quQrt(1liter)of water. LeQvethe doors open.
Preparing to Move
Secureoil looseitems such as shelvesond
drawers bg taping them securelg in plQce
to prevent dQmage.
Besurethe refrigerotor stogs in on upright
position during moving.

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structi efrigerator
Models GTL12HBX, GTRIOHAX,
GTR12HBX
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Readthese instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT -Soretheseinstructionsfor
locolinspector'suse.
•IMPORTANT - Observeoligoverningcodes
ond ordinonces.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leove these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - Keepthese instructions
for future reference.
• Skilllevel- Instollotion of this opplionce requiresbosic
mechonicol skills.
• Completiontime - RefrigerotorInstollotion
15 minutes
Reversingthe DoorSwing
1 hour
• Proper instollotion isthe responsibility of the instoller.
• Product foilure due to improper instollotion isnot covered
under the Worrontg.
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
• Donot instollthe refrigerotor where the temperoture will
go below 55% (13°C)becouse itwill not run often enough
to mointoin proper temperotures.
• Instollit on o floor strong enough to support itfully
Iooded.
• Donot instoll it closerthon 5" 113cm) next to o ronge.
CLEARANCES
Free-stondinginstollotion only.
Minimum Cleoronces:
Bock- 3" from the condenser coils
LEVELING LEGS
Adjustable legsot the front corners of the refrigerotor
should be set so the refrigerotor isfirmly positioned
on the floor, ond the front isroisedjust enough thot
the door closeseosilgwhen opened obout holfwog.
To adjust the leveling legs, turn the legs clockwise
to raise the refrigerator,counterclockwise to lower it.
Toraisethe refrigerator

Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT NOTES
When reversing the door swing:
• Readthe instructions all the way through before starting.
Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.
Setscrews down by their related parts to avoid using
them in the wrong places.
Providea non-scratching work surfacefor the doors.
IMPORTANT:Once you begin,do not movethe cabinet
until door-swing reversal iscompleted.
Theseinstructions are for changing the hingesfrom the
right sideto the left side-if you everwant to change the
hinges back to the right side,follow these same instructions
and reverseall referencesto left and right.
Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
Empty all door shelves.
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
Removethe hinge cover screws (some models have
lock washerswith each screw),top hinge and shim.
Setthe door on a non-scratching surface with
the outside up.
NOTE:When removing the door,watch for washer(s)
between the center hinge and the bottom ofthe
freezer door that may stick to the door.Donot lose.
CAUTION: Donotletdoordrop
to the floor.Todo so could damage the door stop.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
8mmSocketdriver
Phillipsscrewdriver
Maskingtape
Puttyknifeor
thin-bladescrewdriver

Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING {CONT.}
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR
Tape the door shut with masking tape.
Removethe center hinge and shim bg removing
the screws (some models have lock washers with
each screw).Lift up the hinge to remove it.
NOTE:Some models have a washer between
the center hinge and the top of the fresh food door.
Do not lose.
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Removethe tape holding the door shut.
Lift the fresh food door up and off the bottom hinge.
Setthe door outside-up on a non-scratching surface.
NOTE:When removing the door,watch for washer(s)
between the bottom hinge and the bottom of the fresh
food door that mag stick to the door.Donot lose.
CAUTION: Donotletdoordrop
to the floor.Todo socould damage the door stop.
[] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO
THE LEFT
Usinga puttg knife with the edge covered with
masking tape, remove the plug buttons. Becareful
of the paint finish.
Reinstallthe plug button on the right sidebg inserting
it into the holesvacated bg the top hinge screws.
Reassemblethe top hinge and shim on the left side,
turning the screwsjust enough to hold the hinge
in place.
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Installation Instructions
I%-ITRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE
TO THE LEFT
To accessthe bottom hinge,move the refrigerator
so it is]0" from a wall. Thencarefully tip the
refrigerator back until it restsagainst the wall.
CAUTION: Besurethatthecoils
on the back of the refrigerator do not rest against
the walk Doing socould damage the coils.
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Removethe screws (some models havewashers
with each screw),levelingleg and bottom hinge from
the right side.Removethe levelingleg from the left side
of the cabinet and install itin the right side.
Reassemblethe bottom hinge on the left side.
NOTE: The leveling legs are not interchangeable.
[] TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR STOP
TO THE LEFT
Removethe door stop from the bottom of the right
sideof the door.Transferthe plug buttons from
the bottom left sideto the right side.
Installthe door stop on the left side.
I-_ REHANG THE FRESHFOOD DOOR
Makesurethewasher(s)oreinplaceon thebottom
hingepin.Placethefreshfooddooronthebottom
hinge,close the door and tope it in placewith
masking tape.
Removethe plug button from the left edge of the door
and insert it intothe hole on the opposite side.
Plugiut_
i-7-1INSTALL CENTER HINGE
ON THE LEFT
Removethe three plug buttons on the left side
and install them on the right.
Installthe center hinge designedfor the left side
that came with the refrigerator,with the screws,spacer
and washer(s)(onsome models)that you removed
in Step2.
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Removethe tape holding the door shut.
CAUTION: When assembled correctly,
the hinge istight against the cabinet.
ATTENTION:The screws must be properly tightened.
Turnthe screws until snug.Thentighten the screws
a minimum of 1/2 turn usingboth hands.
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Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING {CONT.}
[] TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR STOP
TO THE LEFT
Removethe door stop from the bottom of the right
sideof the door.Transferthe plug buttons from
the bottom left sideto the right side.
Installthe door stop on the left side.
I-9--1REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR
Plocethe freezer door on the center hinge over
the pin.
Raisethe top hinge by hand and insert the top
hinge pin into the hole in the door.Then swing
the door shut.
Transfer the plug button on top of the door
to the opposite side.
Plugbutton
ALIGN THE DOORS
Alignthe freezer door with the fresh food door sothat
the gap between the doors iseven.
Tighten the top hinge screws by turning them until
snug.Thenturn the screws a minimum of 1/2 turn
using both hands.
Instollthe hinge cover over the top hinge.
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Normal operating sounds.
Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators
have more features and use newer technology.
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Do you hear what ! hear? These sounds are normal.
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HUMMM...
--WHOOSH...
The new high efficiency compressor may run faster
and longer than your old refrigerator and you may
hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while
it is operating.
Youmay hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
Thisisdue to pressureequalizing within the refrigerator.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and CHIRPS
You may hear cracking or popping sounds when
the refrigerator is first plugged in.This happens []
as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping []
sound when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes).
Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and []
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle,
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice []
bucket.
WHIR./
[] You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.
This happens when the refrigerator isfirst plugged in,
when the doors are opened frequently or when a large
amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer
compartments. The fans are helping to maintain
the correct temperatures.
WATERSOUNDS
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The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils
may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost
cycle.
A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost
cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into
the drain pan.
Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due
to pressure equalization.
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Before gou call for service...
TroubleshootingTips
Savetime and moneg! Reviewthe charts onthe following
pagesfirst andgou mag notneedto callforservice.
Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cgcle. +Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cgcle to end.
operate Refrigeratoris unplugged. + Pushthe plug completelg into the outlet.
Thefuse is blown/circuit + Replacefuse or reset the breaker.
breaker istripped.
Vibration or rattling Front leveling legs need +SeeLevelingLegs.
(slight vibration adjusting.
is normal)
Motor operatesfor Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hoursfor the refrigerator to completely
long periods or is first plugged in. cool down.
cgcles on and off Often occurs when large +This is normal.
frequent O. (Modern amounts of food are
refrigerators with
more storage space pieced in refrigerator.
and a larger freezer Door left open. +Check to see ifpackage is holding door open.
require more
operating time. Theg Hot weather or frequent • This is normal.
start and stop often door openings.
to maintain even Temperature control • See About the contro!.
temperatures.; set at the coldest setting.
Fresh food or freezer Temperature control not • See About the contro!.
compartment too warm set cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent • Set the temperature control one step colder.
door openings. See About the contro!.
Door left open. +Check to see ifpackage is holding door open.
Frost or ice crgstals Door left open. +Check to see ifpackage is holding door open.
on frozen food
(frost within package Too frequent or too long
is normolJ door openings.
Ice cubes have Food transmitting odor/taste • Wrap foods well.
odor/taste to ice cubes.
Interior of refrigerator • SeeCareand cleaning.
needs cleaning.
Slowice cube freezing Door left open. +Check to see ifpackage is holding door open.
Temperature control not • See About the contro!.
set cold enough.
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Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor • Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped.
to refrigerator. • Keepan open box of baking soda in the refrigerator;
replaceevery three months.
Interior needs cleaning. • SeeCareand cleaning.
Moisture forms on Not unusual during periods • Wipe surface dry.
outside of refrigerator of high humiditg.
Moisture collects inside
(in humid weather, air
carries moisture into
refrigerator when doors
are opened)
Too frequent or too long
door openings.
Interior light does No power at outlet. • Replacefuse or reset the breaker.
not work Light bulb burned out. • SeeRep!acingthelight bulb.
Foodis freezing Foodtoo close to the air vent • Hovethe food away from the air vent.
in the refrigerator at the back of the refrigerator.
Refrigerator control isset
too cold. • Hove the refrigerator control to a warmer temperature
setting one increment at a time.
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Refrigerator Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care®technician. To schedule service
on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number
available when calling for service.
Staple Four receipt here.
Proof of the origina! purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warrant F.
6E Will Replace:
OneYear Ang part ofthe refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From During this limited one-year warranty, GEwill also provide,free of charge, all labor and
theoriginol purchase related serviceto replacethe defective part.
Servicetripsto gour home toteach gou how to use
the product.
Improper installation,delivergor maintenance.
Failureofthe product ifitisabused, misused,or used for
otherthen the intendedpurpose or used commerdallg.
Loss offood due tospoilage.
Replacement ofhouse fusesor resettingofcircuit
breakers.
Damage caused after deliverg.
Replacement of the water filter cartridge, if included, due
to water pressure that isoutside the specified operating
range or due to excessive sediment in the water supplg.
Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter
cartridge, if included, other than as noted above.
Damage to the product caused bg accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage caused bg possible
defects with th is applia nce.
Product not accessible to provide required service.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedg is product repair as provided in
this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased
for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GEAuthorized Servicer
is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an
Authorized GE Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls
to Four home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know
what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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Instrucciones de seguridad ..... 2, ]
Instrucciones de operuci6n
Caj6nes de almacenamiento .......... 4
Configuraciones de control ........... 4
Cuidado Ulimpieza ................. 6, 7
Servicio de hielo ........................ 5
Instrucciones de instuluci6n
C6mo invertir el vaiv6n
de la puerta ...................... 9-12
Preparaci6n para instalar
el refrigerador ....................... 8
Consejos para la identificuci6n
ysoluci6n de problemas ... 1s-is
Sonidos normales de la operaci6n ... 13
Apoyo u! cliente
Apogo al cliente ..................... 18
Garantia ............................ 16
GTL12HBX
GTRIOHAX
GTR12HBX
Escriba los n_meros de modelo g de serie aqui:
Modelo #
Serie #
Usted puede encontrarlos en una etiqueta dentro
del refrigerador.
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INFORMACiONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD.
LEA PRIMERO TODAS LAS INSTRUCCiONES.
iADVERTENCIA!
Use este aparato solo para los fines que se descfiben en este Manual del propietafio.
PRECAUCIONESDE SEGURIDAD
Cuando use electrodom4sticos, siga las precauciones bdsicas de seguridad, incluyendo las siguientes:
Antes de usarse,este refrigerador deber6 estar
instalado g ubicado de acuerdo con las
instrucciones de instalaci6n.
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No permita que losni_os sesuban, separen o se
cuelguende lascharolas del refrigerador.Podrfa
daharse el refrigerador g causarlesserias lesiones.
Notoque lassuperficies frfasdel congelador
cuando tenga las manos hOmedaso mojadas.
La piel sepodrfa adherir alas superficies
extremadamente frfas.
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Noguarde ni usegasolinau otrosvaporeso Ifquidos
inflamablescerca de esteo cualquierotto aparato.
Sisurefrigerador tiene un dispositivo autom6tico
para hacer hielo,evite el contacto con laspartes
m6vilesdel mecanismo de expulsi6n,o con
el elemento calefactor Iocalizadoen la parte
inferior del dispositivo para hacer hielo.No ponga
losdedos ni las manos en el mecanismo
autom6tico para hacer hielo mientras el
refrigerador est@conectado.
iPELIGRO! RIESGO
UN
_, Alejelosdedos fuera de las6reasdonde sepuede
pinchar losdedos;losespaciosentre laspuertas
g entre laspuertas g los gabinetes son
necesariamente estrechos.Cierrelaspuertas
con cuidado en la presencia de los nihos.
Desconecteel refrigerador antes de limpiarlo
o efectuar reparaciones.
NOTA:Recomendamosenfdticamente encargar
cualquierservicioa un personalcalificado.
Eltorneado del control a la posici6n COLD
no quita energfaal circuito ligero.
Do not refreezefrozen foods which have thawed
completelg.
_Antes de substituir una bombilla quemada,
el refrigerador debe ser desenchufado pa ra evitar
el contacto con un filamento del alambre vivo.
(Labombilla quemada de A puede romperse
al ser substituido.)
NINO PUEDA DE QUE
QUEDAR ATRAPADO
DESHACERSEDEBIDAMENTE DESU REFRIGERADOR
Elatrapamiento g la sofocaci6n de losnihos no
son un problema del pasado. Losrefrigeradores
abandonados son un peligro...aunqueseas61opor
"pocos dias."Sisedeshace de suviejo refrigerador,
por favor siga lasinstruccionesabajo para agudarnos
a preveniralgOnaccidente.
Antes de deshacerse de su viejo
refrigerador ocongelador:
Quite laspuertas.
Dejelosentrepafios en su sitio para que losnifios
no sesuban.
Refrigeruntes
Todoslosaparatos de refrigeraci6n contienen
refrigerantes, loscuales se deben retirar antes
de la eliminaci6n del producto de acuerdo con la leg
federal. Siva a desechar alg0n aparato antiguo
de refrigeraci6n, consulte con la compahfa a cargo
de desechar elaparato para saberqu_ hacer.
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USO DE CABLESDE EXTENSION
Debido a los accidentes potenciales que pudieran ocurrir bajo determinadas condiciones,
se recomienda estfictamente no usar cables de extensi6n.
Sinembargo, sidecidiera usarlos,esabsolutamente necesarioque seadel tipo ULtrifilar para aparatos
g cuente con una clavija con conexi6n a tierra g que el cableel_ctrico sea de 15 amperios (mfnimo)
g 120voltios.