GE GTS12BBPALCC and Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions ......... 9 3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning .......... 6, 7
Control Settings .............. 4
Ice Selxice ................... 5
Storage Drawer. .............. 4
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the ReDigeramr ............. 8
Reversing the Door Swing ... 9-13
Troubleshooting Tips .... 14-16
Normal Operating Sounds .... 14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . Back Cover
Product Registration ...... 17, 18
_'arranty .................. 19
Models l l and 12
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model
Serial
You can find them on a label
inside the refl'igerator on the
upper lett side wall.
197DZI617PO01 49-60228 ! 1-02JR

IMPORTANT"SAFEWINFORMATiONo
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precaufions should be followed, including the following:
This refrigerator must be properly install ed
and located in accordance with tile Installation
Instructions before it is used.
Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on tile shelves in tile reti_igeratm: They could
damage tile reti-igerator and seriously iqj ure
themselves.
Do not touch tile cold surfi_ces in tile fl'eezer
compartment, particularly when hands are
damp or wet. Skin may stick to these extremely
cold S/llS[;ices.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapms and liquids in tile vicinity (ff this or any
other appliance.
In refi_igeratm_ with atltoillatic icemake_,
avoid contact with tile moving parts of tile
ejector mechanism, or with tile heating element
that releases tile cubes. Do not place finge_s or
hands on tile autonlatic icemaking mechanism
while tile reti_igemtor is plugged in.
Keep finge_s out of tile "pinch point" areas;
clearances between tile (loo_s and between
tile doo_s and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careflfl closing doms when children are
in tile area.
Unplug tile refligerator befiwe cleaning and
making repai_.
NOTE."Westrongly recommendthatanyservicingbe
performedby a quafified l#dividua/.
Tm'ning tile control to tile OFFposition does
not I'eI/lOVe power to tile light ciI'c/lit.
Do not refl'eeze ti'ozen foods which have
thawed completely.
ADANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrapnlent and suffocation are not problems
of tile past.Jm_ked or abandoned refrigeratm_ are
still dangerous...e;'en if they will sit for "just a fbw
days." If you are getting rid of vom" old refi_igerato_;
please follow tile instructions 1)elow to help prevent
accidents.
Before YouThrewAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
Take off tile dome.
I,eaxe tile shelxes in place so that children may
not easily climb inside.
Refrigerants
_M1refrigeration products contain refi_igerants,
which i//tlSt be removed prior to product disposal.
If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration
product, check with tile company handling tile
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 you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in tile United
States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire gro/mding type appliance extension cord having a gro/mding
t}l)e plug and outlet and that tile electrical rating of tile cord be 15 amperes (minim urn) and 120 volts.

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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.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a 3-prong (gromMing) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
fi'om this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualNed electridan to make sure the outlet is
properly gmtmded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is
encotmtered, it is yore" personal responsibilit)' and
obligation to have it replaced with a propedy
grotmded 3-prong wall outlet.
The refligerator should al_z_ys be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best pe_l'imnance and also
prevents overloading house Mfing circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om overheated wires.
Never unplug yore" refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord. Mways grip plug firefly and pull
straight out ti'oln the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fl'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that sho_vs cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
\4]_en moving the refl_igerator away fl'om the
wall, be carefld not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an adapter plug.
However; if you must use an adapte_; where local
codes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly grotmded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UI Aisted adapter available at most local
hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned Mth
the larger slot in the _;fll outlet to provide proper
polarity in the connection of the power cord.
When (lisc(mnecting the power cord fl'om the
a(lapte_; always hold the adapter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the
other hand. If this is not done, the adapter grotmd
temfinal is ve_' likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter ground temfinal break% DO NOT USE
the refi_igerator tmtil a proper grotmd has been
established.
Attach!by theadapter groundterminal toa waft outlet cover
screw doesnot ground the apphanceunless thecoverscrew is
metal, and not ihsulated,and the waft outletis grounded
throughthe housewinhg Youshouldhave theckcuit checked
bya quaddede/ectnclantomakesurethe outlet isproperly
grounded
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe controlon the refrigerator,
OFF
The temperature control on your refrigerator regulates the
temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments.
Initially set the control at COLD.
Adjust the control one increment at a time, and allow 12hours
after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the
temperature you set.
COLDEST
ControlSettings
The temperature control maintains the
temperature in both the fl'esh fi)od and fl'eezer
c()mpartments. Setting the control at COOLis the
wam_est setting. Setting the control at COLDEST
is the coldest setting. Moving the control to
the OFF position stops cooling in both areas--
fl'esh food and fl'eeze_but does not shut off
power to the refl_igeratot;
Afterchangingthecontrol,allow12hoursfortherefwerator
toreachthetemperatureyouhaveseL
Controlsettings will varybasedonpersonal
preferences,usageandoperatingconditions,
andmayrequiremorethanoneadjustment
Aboutthestoragedrawer.
Fruit and Vegetable Drawer
This storage drawer provide space to store fl'uits,
vegetables and meats.
The drawer has a divider to separate meats and
vegetables. The divider can be removed if a single
large storage space is needed.
The drawer Mll stop heft)re coming all the way
out of the refllgerator to help prevent contents
fl'om spilling onto the flora: It can be removed
easily by lifting up slightly and pulling past the
"stop" position.
To replace the drawer and the cover above it, the
door must be flflly opened. In some installations,
the reliigerator ma)' have to be moved away fl'om
the wall fi)r the door to be flflly opened.
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Ice Trays
To release ice cubes, turn the tray upside
down, hold it oxer a container and twist
both ends.
For onl} one or two ice cubes leave the tray
right-side up, twist both ends slightly and
i'eilloxe as ii/}lil_ c/ibes as veil _V}lilt,
Washicetraysinlukewarmwateronly--do notput
theminanautomaticdishwasher
Icemaker Accessory Kit (Model12only)
An icemaker accessory kit is available
from your dealer. Check the back oI the
refl'igerator fin" the specific icemaker kit
needed fin" w_ur model.
Water Supply Kits (Model12only)
Kits containing copper ml)ing, sh utofl \;five,
fittings and instructions needed to connect
the icemaker to your cold water line are
available at extra cost fl'om your dealer or
from Parts and Accessories. In the U.S.,
call 800.626.2002.

Careand cleaning oftherefrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dmnpened Mth nfild liquid
dish detergent. Dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe therefwerator with a soiled dishcloth
or wet towel Thesemay leavea residuethatcan
erodethe paint Donot usescouringpads,
powderedc/eaners,bleachor cleanerscontaining
bleachbecausetheseproductscanscratchand
weakenthepaint finish.
Protect the paint finish. The finish on the
outside _ffthe refrigerator is a high quali_:,
baked-on paint finish, With proper care, it
will stay ne_qooking and rust flee for vem_.
Apply a coat of kitchen/ai)pliance wax
when the reti_igerator is new, and then
at least twice a veto;
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box of
baking soda in the fl'esh food and fi'eezer
COIIII)_I I'tl//e nts.
Unplugthe refrigerator before cleaning. Kthis
is not practical, wring excess moisture out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Use w:mn water and baking soda solution--
about a tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (l liter) of water: This both cleans
and neutralizes odot_. Pdnse and wipe dry.
Other parts of the reiiJgeratot_incltMing
door gaskets, fl'uit and vegetable (h'awe_,
and all plastic parts---can be cleaned the
SalIle wax,'.
Mter cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin
layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets
at the hinge side. This helps kee I) the
gaskets fl'om sticking and bending out of
shape. Do not use cleansing powde_ or
other abrasive cleane_.
Defrost waterpan. The non-removable pan
is located under the compressor at the rear
_ff the refrigerator. It should be cleaned at
least once a yeax: Move the refrigerator
out from the wall as tin" as necessary, and
tml)lug the power cord from the wall outlet.
i,et the compressor cool before cleaning
the pan. Use a clean cloth or sponge
dampened in warn/water and baking soda
solution---_me tablespoon (15 ml) cffbaking
soda to a quart (l liter) of water: Do not use
cleansing powders, abrasive cleaners, bleach
or cleaners containing chlorides.
Do not washangplastic refwerator parts in the
dishwasher
Behind the Refrigerator
Once a yem; move the retiJgerator out and
\:_ctmm the back coils. Be careflfl when
moving the refi_igerator away ti'om the wall.
MI types of floor coverings can be damaged,
particularly cushioned coverings and those
with embossed stmthces.
Pull the refl_igerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it straight in.
Moving the reli_igerator in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor covering
or reflJgeratoi:
Whenpushing therefrigerator back,makesure you
don't rofl over thepower cord.

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Replacing the Light Bulb
Moving the control to OFFdoesnot removepower
to thehghtcircuit
The bulb is located behind the shield next
to the control.
0Unplug the refl_igerator.
@ Remove the screw.
0 Push in near the top of the shield
and rotate down and out.
Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage
(40 X4_tt maximmn).
0Insert the tabs at the bottom of the
light shield with the slots in the bulb
housing.
Rotate the shield up until the tabs at
the top of the shield pop into place
in the bulb housing.
0 Replace the screw.
Preparing lot Vacation
For ]o]_g vacatiom_s oi" abse]_ces, l"emove
fl_od amid m_pb_g d_e re{_'igeratox: Move
d_e co_]t_'o] to the OFF pos]tkm, m_d c]ea]_
d_e im]te_io_"wit]] a ba]Om_gsoda sob*t]o]_
of<me tab]espoom_ (15 m]) ot bakb_g soda
to <me q Ilal"t (1 ]itel") of _atel". l ,cave tbe
(]001S opeH.
Preparing to Move
Secm'e a]] loose items sl_(]_ as shelves amid
d]:_we]'s 1)_,tal fim_g,them secm'e])im_ place Besum#_erefrigeratorsta_s17_anuprightposition duringmovlT_g.

Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 11and 12
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these h)structions completely and caxefully.
•IMPORTANT - S.,e_he_ei._,.c..._
for local inspector's use.
•IMPORTANT -O,._e..e.,>e..i._
codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these
instructions with the ()msume_:
•Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions tor
fllture reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires basic
mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refi_igerator Installation
15 minums
Reve_ing the Door Swing
1 hour
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installe_;
• Product tailure due to improper installation is not
covered under the _'arrantv.
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature
will go bel_>w 55°F (l 3 °C) because it will not run often
enough to maintain proper mmpemmres.
•Install it on a floor strong enough to support it
fifllv loaded.
• Do not install it closer than 5" (13 cm) next to a range.
CLEARANCES
Mlow the fi)llowing clearances fi)r ease of installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections.
•it (
• Sides 1 (9.:) cln)
• Top4 (102cm)
• Back 2" (5 cm) from the coiling on the back to the wall
To help with proper spacing and xenfilation, make sure
the metal spacer or twist-on rubber bumper (at the back
of some models) is in place.
LEVELING LEGS
Adjustable legs at the ffo]_t comers ot the refl'igerator
shol_]d be set so the rei}igerator is t?m_]y positiom_ed oN_
the floo_; amid the fi'o]_t is _aisedjmt em_ough that the
door doses easily whe]_ operated abol_t half\<_v.
To adjast the leve_g legs, mm the legs clockwise m
raise the rei)Jge_:_to_; counterclockwise m lower it.
Toraisethe refrigerator
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mnstaaiation mnstructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SW NG
IMPORTANT NOTES
_l_en reve_ing the door swing:
• Read the instructions all the way through before
stmling.
• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using
them in the wrong places.
• Provide a non-scratching work sm'ti_ce tot the doo_.
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet
tmfil doo>swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are for changing the hinges ti'om the
right side to the left side---if you ever want to change the
hinges back to the right side, tollow these same
instructions and re\'eI_e all references to left and right.
Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
Fanpty all door shelves.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
Remove die him_ge cover screws (some models have
lOCk _v}_she]'s V,:ith each screw), top him_ge m_d shim.
Se[ [he door o]_ a m_o]_-scr_[chim_g sHr[i_ce wi[h [he
NOTE: \'_q_em_removim_g the doo_; watch %r
washer(s) betweel_ d_e cel_ter hh_ge amid the
bottom of the f_'eezer door that may stick to
the doo_: Do m_otlose.
ACAUTION: D..o &,,d,op
u} the flo{m To (lo so colokt damage the door su}p.
5/16" Socketdriver 3/8" Socketdriver
Phillipsscrewdriver
Maskingtape
Puttyknifeor
thin-bladescrewdriver
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Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR
Tape the door shut with masking tape.
Relnove the center hinge and shim by removing
the screws (some models have lock washe_ with
each screw). I]ft up the hinge to remove it.
NOTE: Some models have a washer between the
center hinge and the top of the fl'esh tood do(n:
Do not lose.
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®
Remove the tape holding the door shut.
Lift the fl'esh fi>od door up and off the bottom
hinge,
Set the door outside-u I) on a non-scratching stm'i_ce.
Make sure the butter bin does not swing open.
NOTE: When removing the doo_; watch for
washer(s) between the bottom hinge and the
bottom of the fl'esh tood door that may stick to
the do(n; Do not lose,
ACAUTION: t),, letdoordrop
to the floo_: To do so could damage the door stop.
[] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO
THE LEFT
[ Ish]g a putty kniIe with the edge covered with
mas]dm_gtape, remoxe the p]llg blltto]/s. Be careiid
o_ the pai m/tti m/is]/.
Reh/sta]] the phlg bllttoi/ oil the right side b/
h/serth/g it ira/to the holes vacated by the top hh/ge
SCI'e_ S.
Reassemble the top him/ge amid shim (m the ]eit side,
tm'm/i m/g the ....screws,!'l_st, enol_gh_ to hold the him/ge
ira/ [)]ace.
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Installation Instructions
[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE
TO THE LEFT
To access the lmttom hinge, move the refl+igerator
so it is 30" fl'om a wall. Then carefillly tip the
refl+igerator back until it rests against the wall.
tt CAUTION: Be+.,e ,,,il+
on the back of the refl+igerator do not rest against
the wall. Doing so could damage the coils.
30"
Remove the screws (some models have washe_ with
each screw), leveling leg and bottom hinge fl'om the
right side. Remove the leveling leg fl'om the left side
ot the cabinet and install it in the right side.
Reassemble the bottom hinge on the left side.
NOTE: The leveling legs axe not hlterehm_geable,
[] TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR
HANDLE TO THE RIGHT
For models without a handle, continue to Step &
To remove the haJldle: Rein Dye the p]ug buttom] by
careSd]y in3im_g m_der the edge _rdt_]a _)[*t_ _]_]fb.
Remove the exposed scre_ ho]dim_g the bare,die.
Remove the two screws hokIh_g the ham_dle to the
top of the doo]:
Plug
button--_..._ Handle bottom Handletop 11
[] TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR
HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.)
After removing the handle: P,em ore th e piing b l_m m s
h'om the ri gh t ed_oe __{ the (h +or t__p a m]d i m_sert them
im_to the bare,die screw holes om_ the left side.
Screwsf
handleholes
Remove the [>lug, button) f'rc+m the leltt ed_,e> of the
door m_d im_sertit im_tothe hole om_the opposite side.
Plugbutton
I
T+_msfer the buttom+ o_+ the door to the opposite side+
Plug
h_stall the hm_dle o++the other side of the doo+:
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Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR
STOP TO THE LEFT
Remove the door stop fl'om the botton] of the right
side of the door. Transfi_r the plug buttons fl'om the
bottom left side to the right side.
]nstnll the door stop on the left side.
[] TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR
STOP TO THE LEFT
Rein(we the door stop fl'om the bottom of the right
side of the doo_; Transfer the plug buttons fl'om the
bottom left side to the right side.
lnstnll the door stop on the left side.
[] REMOVE FREEZER DOOR
HANDLE FROM THE LEFT
For modNs without a handle, continue to Step 8.
Remove tm]e m_amepmate ph_g bl_tUm bv carefidlv
pr}_m_g m_der the edge wit]] a pl_t F knifl _. Remove
the exposed scre_ ho]dim_g the h;md]e.
Nameplate
plug
Handle top
Remove t]]e two screws ho]dim_g t]]e ham]die to the
H)(>tit n_/ of tin/e (;[1_(n" am/(;[]'em ore tin/e m/am/(;Irae.
Handle bottom
[] ATTACH FREEZER DOOR
HANDLE TO THE RIGHT
For modemswithout a handme,continue to Step 10.
T_ms{br the [_]ug_ butto]_ o]_ to}_ o_ the door to the
Plug bi_
T_m_sfer the buttoN_ om_ the door f]xmt to the
Plug button -'-1
h_sta]] the ham_d]e om_t]]e ot]]er side of the doo]:
a
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Installation Instructions
[] REHANG THE FRESH FOOD DOOR
Make sm'e the washer(s) are iu place ou the lmttom
hiuge piu. Place the fl'esh tood door ou the bottom
hiuge, close the door aud tape it iu place with
maskiug tape.
[] REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR
Place the fl'eezer door ou the ceuter hiuge over
the piu,
Raise the top hiuge by haud aud iusert the top
hiuge piu iuto the hole iu the doo_: Theu swiug
the door shut.
[] INSTALL CENTER HINGE
ON THE LEFT
Remove the three phog blottom_s o]_ the ]eft side m_d
im_sta]] them on the right.
Install the cem_ter hh_ge designed {br the ]eit side that
cm_e with the rei_Jgen_tox; with the screws, spacer
m_d washer(s) (on some models) that w_l_ removed
im_Step 2.
Remove the tape ho]dim_g the door shl_t.
CAUTION: l e..ssem ed
correct]}, the hh_ge is tight agaim_st the cabh_et.
ATFEN_I_ON: The screws must be property
tightened° Tmm_ the scre_s m_ti] sm_g. Then tighten
the scre_s a <ff ]/2 mm i_sh_g both ham_ds.
[] ALIGN THE DOORS
_Migu the fl'eezer door with the fl'esh fi_od door so
that the gap betweeu the dom_ is eveu.
Tighteu the top hiuge scrmvs by mmiug them tmtil
suug. Theu mru the scrmvs a ufiuiumm of l/2 mru
usiug both hauds.
lustall the hiuge cmer oxer the toi ) hiuge, .
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Normal operatingsounds.
Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modem refrigerators
have more features and use newer technology.
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
HUMMM...
-- WHOOSH...
• The new high efficiency compressor may mn faster
and longer than w)ur old refl'igerator and you may
hear a high-i_itched hum or pulsating sound while
it is operating.
• _m may hear a whooshing sound when the (loo_s close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the reti'igerato_:
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and CHIRPS
•You may hear cracking or i)oi)ping sounds when the
refrigerator is first i)lugged in. This hal)pens as the
ref'rigerator cools to the correct tell/l)ei'_lttli'e.
• The compressor may cause a clicking or chiq_ing
sound when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes).
• Expansion and contraction of cooling coils dm'ing
and after defl'ost can cause a cracking or i)oi)ping
SOtlnd.
• On models with an icemake_; after an icemaking
cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into
the ice bucket.
WHIR./
•You may hear the rims spinning at high speeds.
This hai_pens when the refrigerator is first plugged
in, when the doors are opened frequently or when
a large ainount of fl_od is added to the refl'igerator
or freezer compartments. The rims are helping to
maintain the correct temperatures.
WATERSOUNDS
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• The flow of refl'igerant through the fl'eezer cooling
coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water,
• _&'ater dropping on the defl'ost heater can Catlse a
sizzling, poi)ping or buzzing sound during the
defrost cycle.
• A water dripping noise may occm" dm'ing the defl'ost
cycle as ice melts ti'om the evaporator and flows into
the drain pan.
• Closing the door mav cause a gurgling sound due to
pressure equalization.
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Troubleshooting -tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
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Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. * Wait about 30 minutes hw (lefi'ost cycle to end.
operate Control ha OFFposition. • Move tile coutrol to a tern aerature settiug
Refrigerator is unplugged. *Push the plug c_mq_letely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit *Replace fi/se or reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.
Vibration orrattling Front leveling legs need *See Leveling Legs.
(slight vibration adjusting.
is normal)
Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator *Wait 24 hotu_ fin" the refi_ige_ltor to completely
long periods or cycles is first plugged ha. c()()l d()wu.
on and off frequently. Often occurs when large *This is uoHnal.
(Modern refrigerators
with more storage mnomats of food are
space and a larger placed ha refrigerator.
freezer require more Door left open. *Check to see if package is holdiug door open.
operating time. They
start and stop often Hot weather or frequent *This is uom_al.
tomaintain even door ope_fings.
temperatures.) Temperature control • See About the control.
set at the coldest setting.
Freshfood or freezer Temperature control not •See About the control.
compartment too warm set cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent •Set the temperature control one step colder.
door ope_mags. See About the control.
if )acka,,e is holding door open.Doorleft open. •Check to see l
Frost or ice crystals Door left open. • Check to see if l)ackage, is hol(liug door open.
on frozen food
(from within package Too frequent or too long
is normal) door openings.
Food trmasmitthag odor/taste • Wrap foods well.
odor/taMe to ice cubes.
Interior of refrigerator • See Care and cleaning.
needs clemlhag.
if )ackaoe is hol(liug door open.
Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. •Check to see l
Temperature control not •See About the control
set cold enough.
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Beforeyoucall forservice...
Troubleshooting -tips
Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator has odor Foods u'masmitthag odor * Foods with strong t)(lt,_ should be tightly wrapped.
to refrigerator. *Keep an open box of baking soda in tile refi_igel'ator;
replace every three months.
Interior needs clemfing. *See Care and cleaning.
Defrost water pan needs * See Care and cleaning.
cleaning.
Moisture forms on Not mmsual during periods *Wipe st/YJilce di3,.
outside of refrigerator of high hunaidity.
Moisture collects inside
(in humid weather, air
carries moisture into
refrigerator when doors
are opened)
Too frequent or too long
door ope_mags.
Interiorlightdoes No power at outlet.
not work Light bulb burned out.
•Replace fllse or reset the breakex:
• See Replacing the light bulb.
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GE Service Protection Plus '_'
(;E, a imme recogifized wor]d_k]e for qua_ky a_]d depeildabi]k), offers )ou
Ser_ke Prote(tkm } ll_s --comp] eheI_s_ e prote(:tio[] (m a]ll }(mr applliai_(:es--
No Matter What Brand!
Benefits Include:
o Backed by GE
o All brands covered
o Unlimited service calls
o A31parts and labor costs included
oNo out-of-pocket expenses
o No hidden deductibles
o One 800 uumber to call
Wo Ti Corot Any Apptianco.
Anywhoro. Anytimo.
Y(a_ wi]] be completely satisfied wit]] ol_r service protectiom_ or }tin may re(p_est y(a_r mom_ey back
oH the ]'el]_aim_im_ 'valise of y(a_]" COm_tl'acL No (]10estiom_s asked. It's that sim[)]e.
Protect yollr refrige_toi; dis]_wash el; wash el" a_ d dryex; ra_lge, T\/, VCR a_] d m _lc]_ m ore--any brand!
Ph_s there's _o extra c]]arge %r emerge_cy service ai_d ]o_ moi_th]y fi_iai_ci_g is available. Eve]_ icemaker
coverage a_(]! {k)od spoilage protectio]_ is oftere(L _m ca_ rest eas}, ki_ov,]_g that a]] yore" va]_ab]e
ho_seho]d producers are protected aga]_st expe_sive repairs.
for more
'\!1 brmds cov_ r_(I, Iq) m 20 y_ars old, in dl_ c(mdn(mal U,S,
Please place in envelope and mail to:
General Electric Compan_
Warranty Registration Department
P.O. Box 3215{)
Louisville, KY 4{)232-215{)
/7

Consumer Product Ownership Registration
Dear Customer:
Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us.
XA/eare proud to ha_e you as a customer!
Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment:
Complete and mail
your Consumer
Product Ownership
Registration today.
tlaw' tim peace ot
mind of knowing wc
C_lll COlltact VOI/ ill
the tmlikely ev(nt of a
satbly modificalion.
Aiter mailing the
registration below,
store this docmnent
ill a sati' place. It
contains inlormation
you will need should
you require service.
Our selwice number is
800.GE.CARES
(8t)0.432.2737).
Read your Owner's
Malmal careihllv.
It will help you
operat( your lie'*t`
appliance properly.
Model Number Serial Number
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Important: If you did not get a registration card with your
product, detach and return the form below to
ensure that your product is registered, or register
online at www.GEAppliances.com.
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration
Model Number Serial Number , I
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Name IIIIIIIII Nain(! I I I I I I I I I I I I
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communi(ations h-oln GE Applian(es ((;1L"..).
Ch((k h(r( if you do nol want to re(( ire (olnmtmi(ations h-ore (;EA's (arefully sel((ted partners.
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GECon_vmerPvodl_cts
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www.GEAppliatlcos.com
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RefrigeratorWarranty.
Aft warranty service provided by our Factory Service
Centers, or an authorized Customer Care®technician.
Toschedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, vis# us
at www.GEAppliances.com, or carl 800.GE.CARES.
Staple your receipt here.
Proofof the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warrant_
GEWill Replace:
Anypartof the reflJgerator which tifils due to a defect in materials or workananship.
Fromthedateof the During this fullone-yearwarranty,GE will also provide, freeofcharge,all labor
originalpurchase and in-home service to replace the detective part,
FromthedateOfthe
origina!purcfiase
Any part ofthe sealed refrigerating system (the compressoi; con(lensei; evaporator
and all connecting tubing) which fifils due to a (lefb('t in mateYials or worktnanshii).
During this additional four-year warranty, GE will also provide, free ofcharge, all labor
and in-home service to replace the (lefecti\'e part,
i ii iii; i i i !_iii! iDii iliiiliii!i iiii iiiiiii
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the
product.
hnproper h_staJlation.
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
Loss of food due to spoilage.
iiiilii!Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
iiiili!Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
iiiili!Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this applimlce.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not aflow 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. Toknow 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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ConsumerSupport.
gEAppliancesWebsite www.GEAppliances.com
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances X.Vebsite 24 hom_ a day,
any day of the year'. For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals,
order parts, catalogs, or even schedule service ondine. You C[lll [llso "Ask Oily Wean/of EN)erts .....
your questions, and so much more...
ScheduleService www.GEAppliances.com
Expert (;E repair se_Mce is onlx one step away fl'om xour doo_: Get on-line and schedule your service at
_our conxenience 24 hotu_ any (la_ of the year! Or call 800.GE.(:ARES (800.432.2737) during nom_al
business hou_.
RealLifeDesignStudio www.GEAppliances.com
GE SUl_ports the Uni\'e_al Design concel)t--products, services and environments that can be used by
people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design fin" a wide range of physical and
mental abilities and impaimmnts. For details of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen
design ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today For the hearing impaired, please call
800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).
ExtendedWarranties www.GEAppliances.com
Purchase a (;E extended warrant_ and learn about special discounts that are axailable while your warranty
is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line an) time, or call 800.626.2224 dtwing nom_al business horus.
GE Consumer Home Serxices will still be there after your warran_ expires.
PartsandAccessories www.GEAppliances.com
Indi\'iduals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their
homes (VISA, Master(:ard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hom_ e\:ei'v day or
by phone at 800.626.2002 ducing nom_al business horus.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Cautionmust be exercised, since improper servicing may cause
unsafe operation.
ContactUs www.GEAppliances.com
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive tl"om GE, contact us on our _.Vebsite with all the details
including your phone numbe_; or wcite to: General Manage_; Customer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
I,ouisville, KY 40225
RegisterYourAppliance www.GEAppliances.com
Register your new applimlce on-line--at your convenience! Tilnel) product registration will allow for
enhanced communication and prompt service tln(lei" the terms of _Otli" WalTantv should the need arise.
You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the I)ackin_*_matecial.
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