GE GTS12BBPLCC Operating instructions

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Models 11 and 12
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Refrigerators
Top-Freezer
197D7839P001 49-60538 09-07 JR
Safet Instructions . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Ice Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Storage Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the Re rigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model__________________
Serial __________________
You can ind them on a label inside
the re rigerator on the upper le t
side wall.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended p rpose as described in this Owner’s Man al.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When sing electrical appliances, basic safety preca tions sho ld be followed, incl ding the following:
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■This re rigerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions be ore it is used.
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■Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the re rigerator. They could
damage the re rigerator and seriously injure
themselves.
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■Do not touch the cold sur aces in the reezer
compartment, particularly when hands are
damp or wet. Skin may stick to these extremely
cold sur aces.
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■Do not store or use gasoline or other lammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity o this or any
other appliance.
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■In re rigerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with the moving parts o the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
that releases the cubes. Do not place ingers or
hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the re rigerator is plugged in.
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■Keep ingers out o the “pinch point” areas;
clearances between the doors and between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be care ul closing doors when children are
in the area.
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■Unplug the re rigerator be ore cleaning and making
repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing
be performed by a q alified individ al.
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■Turning the control to the OFF position does
not remove power to the light circuit.
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■Do not re reeze rozen oods which have
thawed completely.
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■Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the
refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid
contact with a live wire ilament. (A burned-out light
bulb may break when being replaced.)
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
Child entrapment and su ocation are not problems o
the past. Junked or abandoned re rigerators are still
dangerous…even i they will sit or “just a ew days.”
I you are getting rid o your old re rigerator, please
ollow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before You Throw Awa Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer:
■Take o the doors.
■Leave the shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
Refrigerants
All re rigeration products contain re rigerants, which
must be removed prior to product disposal. I you are
getting rid o an old re rigeration product, check with
the company handling the disposal about what to do.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Beca se of potential safety hazards nder certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the
se of an extension cord.
However, i you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United States)
or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and
outlet and that the electrical rating o the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
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WARNING!
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
Do not, nder any circ mstances, c t or remove the third (gro nd) prong from the power cord. For
personal safety, this appliance m st be properly gro nded.
The power cord o this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize
the possibility o electric shock hazard rom this
appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
quali ied electrician to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong
wall outlet.
The re rigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best per ormance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
ire hazard rom overheated wires.
Never unplug your re rigerator by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip plug irmly and pull straight
out rom the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become rayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
When moving the re rigerator away rom the
wall, be care ul not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the control on the refrigerator.
Control Settings
The temperature control maintains the temperature
in both the resh ood and reezer compartments.
Setting the control at COOL is the warmest setting.
Setting the control at COLDEST is the coldest setting.
Moving the control to the OFF position stops cooling
in both areas— resh ood and reezer—but does not
shut o power to the re rigerator.
After changing the control, allow 12 ho rs for the
refrigerator to reach the temperat re yo have set.
Control settings will var based on personal
preferences, usage and operating conditions,
and ma require more than one adjustment.
The temperat re control on yo r refrigerator reg lates the
temperat re in the fresh food and freezer compartments.
Initially set the control at COLD.
Adj st the control one increment at a time, and allow 12 ho rs
after each adj stment for the refrigerator to reach the
temperat re yo set.
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Fruit and Vegetable Drawer
This storage drawer provide space to store ruits,
vegetables and meats.
The drawer has a divider to separate meats and
vegetables. The divider can be removed i a single
large storage space is needed.
The drawer will stop be ore coming all the way
out o the re rigerator to help prevent contents rom
spilling onto the loor. It can be removed easily by
li ting up slightly and pulling past the “stop” position.
To replace the drawer and the cover above it, the
door must be ully opened. In some installations,
the re rigerator may have to be moved away rom
the wall or the door to be ully opened.
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Ice Tra s
To release ice cubes, turn the tray upside
down, hold it over a container and twist
both ends.
For only one or two ice cubes, leave the tray
right-side up, twist both ends slightly and
remove as many cubes as you want.
Wash ice trays in l kewarm water only—do
not p t them in an a tomatic dishwasher.
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Icemaker Accessor Kit (Model 12 only)
An icemaker accessory kit is available
rom your dealer. Check the back o the
re rigerator or the speci ic icemaker kit
needed or your model.
Water Suppl Kits (Model 12 only)
Kits containing copper tubing, shuto valve,
ittings and instructions needed to connect
the icemaker to your cold water line are
available at extra cost rom your dealer or
rom Parts and Accessories. In the U.S.,
call 800.626.2002.

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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Once a year, move the re rigerator out
and vacuum the back coils. Be care ul when
moving the re rigerator away rom the wall.
All types o loor coverings can be damaged,
particularly cushioned coverings and those
with embossed sur aces.
Pull the re rigerator straight out and return it
to position by pushing it straight in. Moving
the re rigerator in a side direction may
result in damage to the loor covering or
re rigerator.
When p shing the refrigerator back, make
s re yo don’t roll over the power cord.
Cleaning the Outside
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid dish
detergent. Dry with a clean, so t cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel. These may leave a resid e
that can erode the paint. Do not se sco ring
pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach beca se these prod cts can
scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Protect the paint finish. The inish on the
outside o the re rigerator is a high quality,
baked-on paint inish. With proper care, it will
stay new-looking and rust ree or years.
Apply a coat o kitchen/appliance wax when
the re rigerator is new, and then at least twice
a year.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box
o baking soda in the resh ood and reezer
compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
I this is not practical, wring excess moisture
out o sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution—
about a tablespoon (15 ml) o baking soda to
a quart (1 liter) o water. This both cleans and
neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.
Other parts o the re rigerator—including door
gaskets, ruit and vegetable drawers, and all
plastic parts—can be cleaned the same way.
A ter cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin
layer o petroleum jelly to the door gaskets
at the hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets
rom sticking and bending out o shape. Do
not use cleansing powders or other abrasive
cleaners.
Defrost water pan. The non-removable pan
is located under the compressor at the rear o
the re rigerator. It should be cleaned at least
once a year. Move the re rigerator out rom
the wall as ar as necessary, and unplug the
power cord rom the wall outlet. Let the
compressor cool be ore cleaning the pan.
Use a clean cloth or sponge dampened in
warm water and baking soda solution—one
tablespoon (15 ml) o baking soda to a quart
(1 liter) o water. Do not use cleansing
powders, abrasive cleaners, bleach or
cleaners containing chlorides.
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts
in the dishwasher.

Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove
ood and unplug the re rigerator. Move the
control to the OFF position, and clean the
interior with a baking soda solution o one
tablespoon (15 ml) o baking soda to one
quart (1 liter) o water. Leave the doors open.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and
drawers by taping them securely in place
to prevent damage.
Be s re the refrigerator stays in an pright
position d ring moving.
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Replacing the Light Bulb
Moving the control to OFF does not remove
power to the light circ it.
The bulb is located behind the shield next
to the control.
Unplug the re rigerator.
Remove the screw.
Push in near the top o the shield and
rotate down and out.
Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb o the same or lower wattage
(40 Watt maximum).
Insert the tabs at the bottom o the
light shield with the slots in the bulb
housing.
Rotate the shield up until the tabs at
the top o the shield pop into place in
the bulb housing.
Replace the screw.

LEVELING LEGS
Adjustable legs at the ront corners o the re rigerator
should be set so the re rigerator is irmly positioned on
the loor, and the ront is raised just enough that the door
closes easily when opened about hal way.
To adjust the leveli g legs, turn the legs clockwise to
raise the re rigerator, cou terclockwise to lower it.
If ou have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: ge.com
To raise the re rigerator
I stallatio Refrigerator
I structio s Models 11 and 12
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these i structio s completely a d carefully.
•IMPORTANT – Save these instructions or
local inspector’s use.
•IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
• Note to I staller – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Co sumer – Keep these instructions or
uture re erence.
• Skill level – Installation o this appliance requires basic
mechanical skills.
• Completion time – Re rigerator Installation
15 minutes
Reversing the Door Swing
1 hour
• Proper installation is the responsibility o the installer.
• Product ailure due to improper installation is not covered
under the Warranty.
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
• Do not install the re rigerator where the temperature will
go below 55°F (13°C) because it will not run o ten enough
to maintain proper temperatures.
• Install it on a loor strong enough to support it
ully loaded.
• Do not install it closer than 5″(13 cm) next to a range.
CLEARANCES
Allow the ollowing clearances or ease o installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections.
• Sides 1″(2.5 cm)
• Top 4″(10.2 cm)
• Back 2″(5 cm) rom the coiling on the back to the wall
To help with proper spacing and ventilation, make sure the
metal spacer or twist-on rubber bumper (at the back o
some models) is in place.
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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
Remove the hinge cover screws (some models have
lock washers with each screw), top hinge and shim.
Set the door on a non-scratching sur ace with the
outside up.
NOTE: On some models, when removing the door,
watch or washer(s) between the center hinge and the
bottom o the reezer door that may stick to the door.
Do not lose.
CAUTION: Do not let door drop
to the loor. To do so could damage the door stop.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
When reversing the door swing:
• Read the instructions all the way through be ore starting.
• Handle parts care ully to avoid scratching paint.
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using
them in the wrong places.
• Provide a non-scratching work sur ace or the doors.
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet
until door-swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are or changing the hinges rom the
right side to the le t side—i you ever want to change the
hinges back to the right side, ollow these same instructions
and reverse all re erences to le t and right.
U plug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
Empty all door shelves.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
5/16″Socket driver 3/8″Socket driver
Phillips screwdriver
Putty kni e or
thin-blade screwdriver
Masking tape

TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT
Using a putty kni e with the edge covered with
masking tape, remove the plug buttons. Be care ul
o the paint inish.
Reinstall the plug button on the right side by inserting it
into the holes vacated by the top hinge screws.
Reassemble the top hinge and shim on the le t side,
turning the screws just enough to hold the hinge
in place.
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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR
Tape the door shut with masking tape.
Remove the center hinge and shim by removing
the screws (some models have lock washers with
each screw). Li t up the hinge to remove it.
NOTE: Some models have a washer between the
center hinge and the top o the resh ood door.
Do not lose.
Remove the tape holding the door shut.
Li t the resh ood door up and o the bottom hinge.
Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching sur ace.
Make sure the butter bin does not swing open.
NOTE: On some models, when removing the door,
watch or washer(s) between the bottom hinge and
the bottom o the resh ood door that may stick to
the door. Do not lose.
CAUTION: Do not let door drop
to the loor. To do so could damage the door stop.
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TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR
STOP TO THE LEFT
Remove the door stop rom the bottom o the right
side o the door. Trans er the plug buttons rom the
bottom le t side to the right side, i applicable.
Install the door stop on the le t side.
NOTE: The door stop appearance may vary by model.
Always ace the lange toward the ront o the door.
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Front o door
ATTACH FRESH FOOD DOOR
HANDLE TO THE RIGHT
I applicable, remove the
plug button rom the le t
edge o the door and insert
it into the hole on the
opposite side.
For models without
ha dles, skip to Step 9.
A. Models with plug butto s:
Remove the plug buttons
rom the right edge o the
door top and insert them into
the handle screw holes on
the le t side.
Care ully remove the
button on the door by
prying under the edge with
a putty kni e and trans er
to the opposite side.
I stall ha dle: Install the
handle on the other side
o the door.
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REMOVE FRESH FOOD DOOR
HANDLE FROM THE LEFT SIDE
For models with ha dles: Remove the ront plug
button by care ully prying under the edge with a putty
kni e. Remove the exposed screw holding the handle.
Remove the two screws holding the handle to the top
o the door.
On models with iller blocks, handle must be pulled
straight out away rom the door to remove.
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Plug
button
Handle bottom Handle top
Screws or
handle holes
Plug button
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TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE
TO THE LEFT
To access the bottom hinge, move the re rigerator
so it is 30″rom a wall. Then care ully tip the
re rigerator back until it rests against the wall.
CAUTION: Be sure that the coils
on the back o the re rigerator do not rest against
the wall. Doing so could damage the coils.
Remove the screws (some models have washers
with each screw), leveling leg and bottom hinge rom
the right side. Remove the leveling leg rom the le t side
o the cabinet and install it in the right side.
Reassemble the bottom hinge on the le t side.
NOTE: The leveli g legs are ot i tercha geable.
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30″
Pull
straight
out
Front o door
Flange
Plug button
Plug
button
location
Plug
button
location

ATTACH FREEZER DOOR HANDLE
TO THE RIGHT
Care ully remove the
button on the top o
the door by prying under the
edge with a putty kni e and
trans er to the opposite side.
For models with ha dles:
Care ully remove the
button on the ront o the
door by prying under the
edge with a putty kni e and
trans er to the opposite side.
For models with filler blocks:
Remove the screws rom the
iller block on the underside
o the door and pull the
block orward. Insert the iller
block into the slot on the
opposite side where the
handle was removed and
replace the screws. Slide the
handle into the track on the
underside o the door where
the iller block was removed
and install the screws.
Install the screw and
nameplate plug button.
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REMOVE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE
FROM THE LEFT
For models with ha dles:
Remove the nameplate
plug button by care ully
prying under the edge with a putty
kni e. Remove the exposed screw
holding the handle.
Remove the two screws holding
the handle to the bottom o the
door and remove the handle.
On models with iller blocks,
the handle must be pulled straight
out away rom the door to remove.
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Handle bottom
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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
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Nameplate
plug button
Handle top
Plug button
TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR STOP
TO THE LEFT
Remove the door stop rom the bottom o the right
side o the door. Trans er the plug buttons rom the
bottom le t side to the right side, i applicable.
Install the door stop on the le t side.
NOTE: The door stop appearance may vary by model.
Always ace lange toward the ront o the door.
For models without ha dles, skip to Step 11.
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ATTACH FRESH FOOD DOOR
HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.)
B. Models with filler block:
Remove the screws rom
the iller block on the right
side o the door and pull
the block orward. Insert
the iller block into the slot
on the opposite side where
the handle was removed and replace the screws.
Care ully remove the
button on the door by
prying under the edge with
a putty kni e and trans er
to the opposite side.
I stall ha dle: Install the
handle on the other side
o the door by sliding the
handle into the slot.
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Filler block
Plug button
Screws
Pull
straight
out
Slide
straight in
Front o door Front o door
Flange
Plug button
Plug
button
location
Plug
button
location
Filler block
Screws

INSTALL CENTER HINGE
ON THE LEFT
Remove the three plug buttons on the le t side and
install them on the right.
Install the center hinge designed or the le t side that
came with the re rigerator, with the screws, spacer
and washer(s) (on some models) that you removed
in Step 2.
Remove the tape holding the door shut.
CAUTION: When assembled correctly,
the hinge is tight against the cabinet.
ATTENTION: The screws must be properly tighte ed.
Turn the screws until snug. Then tighten the screws a
minimum o 1/2 turn using both hands.
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REHANG THE FRESH FOOD DOOR
I washers were used with hinges, make sure they are
in place on the bottom hinge. Place the resh ood door
on the bottom hinge, close the door and tape it in
place with masking tape.
11 REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR
Place the reezer door on the center hinge over
the pin.
Raise the top hinge by hand and insert the top
hinge pin into the hole in the door. Then swing
the door shut.
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ALIGN THE DOORS
Align the reezer door with the resh ood door so that
the gap between the doors is even.
Tighten the top hinge screws by turning them until
snug. Then turn the screws a minimum o 1/2 turn
using both hands.
Install the hinge cover over the top hinge.
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HUMMM...
WHOOSH...
■The new high e iciency compressor may run aster
and longer than your old re rigerator and you may
hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while
it is operating.
■You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the re rigerator.
Newer refrigerators so nd different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators
have more feat res and se newer technology.
■You may hear the ans spinning at high speeds.
This happens when the re rigerator is irst plugged in,
when the doors are opened requently or when a large
amount o ood is added to the re rigerator or reezer
compartments. The ans are helping to maintain the
correct temperatures.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS a d CHIRPS
■You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the
re rigerator is irst plugged in. This happens as the
re rigerator 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 o cooling coils during and
a ter de rost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
■On models with an icemaker, a ter an icemaking cycle,
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice
bucket.
WATER SOUNDS
■The low o re rigerant through the reezer cooling coils
may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
■Water dropping on the de rost heater can cause a
sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the de rost
cycle.
■A water dripping noise may occur during the de rost
cycle as ice melts rom the evaporator and lows into
the drain pan.
■Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
pressure equalization.
Do ou hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator does not Refrigerator i defrost cycle. • Wait about 30 minutes or de rost cycle to end.
operate Co trol i OFF positio . • Move the control to a temperature setting.
Refrigerator is u plugged. • Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blow /circuit • Replace use or reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.
Vibration or rattling Fro t leveli g legs eed • See Leveling Legs.
(slight vibration adjusti g.
is normal)
Motor operates for Normal whe refrigerator • Wait 24 hours or the re rigerator to completely
is first plugged i . cool down.
Ofte occurs whe large • This is normal.
amou ts of food are
placed i refrigerator.
Door left ope . • Check to see i package is holding door open.
Hot weather or freque t • This is normal.
door ope i gs.
Temperature co trol • See Abo t the control.
set at the coldest setti g.
Fresh food or freezer Temperature co trol ot • See Abo t the control.
compartment too warm set cold e ough.
Warm weather or freque t • Set the temperature control one step colder.
door ope i gs. See Abo t the control.
Door left ope . • Check to see i package is holding door open.
Frost or ice cr stals Door left ope . • Check to see i package is holding door open.
on frozen food Too freque t or too lo g
(frost within package door ope i gs.
is normal)
Ice cubes have Food tra smitti g odor/taste • Wrap oods well.
odor/taste to ice cubes.
I terior of refrigerator • See Care and cleaning.
eeds clea i g.
Slow ice cube freezing Door left ope . • Check to see i package is holding door open.
Temperature co trol ot • See Abo t the control.
set cold e ough.
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Tro bleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and yo may not need to call for service.
long periods or
c cles on and off
frequentl . (Modern
refrigerators with
more storage space
and a larger freezer
require more
operating time. The
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator has odor Foods tra smitti g odor • Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped.
to refrigerator. • Keep an open box o baking soda in the re rigerator;
replace every three months.
I terior eeds clea i g. • See Care and cleaning.
Defrost water pa eeds • See Care and cleaning.
clea i g.
Moisture forms on Not u usual duri g periods • Wipe sur ace dry.
outside of refrigerator of high humidity.
Moisture collects inside Too freque t or too lo g
(in humid weather, air door ope i gs.
carries moisture into
refrigerator when doors
are opened)
Interior light does No power at outlet. • Replace use or reset the breaker.
not work Light bulb bur ed out. • See Replacing the light b lb.
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General Electric Compan
Warra ty Registratio Departme t
P.O. Box 32150
Louisville, KY 40232-2150
GE Service Protectio Plus™
GE, a name recognized worldwide or quality and dependability, o ers you
Service Protection Plus™—comprehensive protection on all your appliances—
No Matter What Bra d!
Be efits I clude:
• Backed by GE
• All bra ds covered
• U limited service calls
• All parts a d labor costs i cluded
• No out-of-pocket expe ses
• No hidde deductibles
• O e 800 umber to call
You will be completely satis ied with our service protection or you may request your money back
on the remaining value o your contract. No questions asked. It’s that simple.
Protect your re rigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer, range, TV, VCR and much more—a y bra d!
Plus there’s no extra charge or emergency service and low monthly inancing is available. Even icemaker
coverage and ood spoilage protection is o ered. You can rest easy, knowing that all your valuable household
products are protected against expensive repairs.
Place your con idence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll- ree at 800.626.2224
or more in ormation.
*All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.
We’ll Cover An
Appliance. An where.
An time.*
Please place in envelope and mail to:
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Co sumer Product Ow ership Registratio
Importa t
Mail
Today!
GE Co sumer & I dustrial
Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, KY 40225
ge.com
First
Name
Mr. ■■Ms. ■■Mrs. ■■Miss ■■
Street
Address
City State
Date Placed
In Use
Month Day Year
Zip
Code
Apt. #
Last
Name
Phone
Number __
Co sumer Product Ow ership Registratio
Dear Customer:
Thank you or purchasing our product and thank you or placing your con idence in us.
We are proud to have you as a customer!
Follow these three steps to protect your ew applia ce i vestme t:
Importa t: If you did ot get a registratio card with your
product, detach a d retur the form below to
e sure that your product is registered, or register
o li e at ge.com.
123
Model Number Serial Number
✁Cut here
Complete a d mail
your Co sumer
Product Ow ership
Registratio today.
Have the peace o
mind o knowing we
can contact you in
the unlikely event o
a sa ety modi ication.
A ter mailing the
registration below,
store this document
in a sa e place. It contains
in ormation you will need
should you require
service. Our service
number is 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737).
Read your Owner’s
Manual care ully.
It will help you
operate your new
appliance properly.
Model Number Serial Number
E-mail Address*
* Please provide your e-mail address to receive, via e-mail, discounts, special o ers and other important
communications rom GE Appliances (GEA).
■■ Check here i you do not want to receive communications rom GEA’s care ully selected partners.
FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS.
For in ormation about GEA’s privacy and data usage policy, go to ge.com and click on “Privacy Policy” or
call 800.626.2224.
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This warranty is extended to the original p rchaser and any s cceeding owner for prod cts p rchased for
home se within the USA. If the prod ct is located in an area where service by a GE A thorized Servicer is
not available, yo may be responsible for a trip charge or yo may be req ired to bring the prod ct to an
A thorized GE Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excl des the cost of shipping or service
calls to yo r home.
Some states do not allow the excl sion or limitation of incidental or conseq ential damages. This warranty
gives yo specific legal rights, and yo may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know
what yo r legal rights are, cons lt yo r local or state cons mer affairs office or yo r state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Compan . Louisville, KY 40225
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remed is product repair as provided in
this Limited Warrant . An implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantabilit or
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one ear or the shortest period allowed b law.
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Refrigerator Warrant . (For c stomers in the United States)
All warranty service provided by o r Factory Service Centers,
or an a thorized C stomer Care®technician. To sched le service,
on-line, visit s at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
Please have serial n mber and model n mber available when
calling for service.
■Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
■Improper i stallatio , delivery or mai te a ce.
■Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other tha the i te ded purpose or used commercially.
■Loss of food due to spoilage.
■Replaceme t of house fuses or resetti g of circuit
breakers.
■Damage caused after delivery.
■Replaceme t of the water filter cartridge, if i cluded, due
to water pressure that is outside the specified operati g
ra ge or due to excessive sedime t i the water supply.
■Replaceme t of the light bulbs, if i cluded, or water filter
cartridge, if i cluded, other tha as oted above.
■Damage to the product caused by accide t, fire, floods
or acts of God.
■I cide tal or co seque tial damage caused by possible
defects with this applia ce.
■Product ot accessible to provide required service.
What GE Will Not Cover:
Staple yo r receipt here.
Proof of the original p rchase
date is needed to obtain service
nder the warranty.
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:
GE and GE PROFILE MODELS:
One Year An part o the re rigerator which ails due to a de ect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the During this limited one- ear warrant , GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and
original p rchase related service to replace the de ective part.
Thirt Da s An part o the water ilter cartridge which ails due to a de ect in materials or workmanship.
(Water filter, if incl ded) During this limited thirt -da warrant , GE will also provide, free of charge, a replacement water
From the original ilter cartridge.
p rchase date of
the refrigerator
GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY:
Five Years An part of the sealed refrigerating s stem (the compressor, condenser, evaporator
(GE Profile models only) and all connecting tubing) which ails due to a de ect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the During this limited five- ear sealed refrigerating s stem warrant , GE will also provide,
original p rchase free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the de ective part in the sealed
re rigerating system.

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Consumer Support.
GE Appliances Website ge.com
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day,
any day o the year! For greater convenience and aster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals,
order parts or even schedule service on-line.
Sched le Service ge.com
Expert GE repair service is only one step away rom your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at
your convenience any day o the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal business hours.
Real Life Design St dio ge.com
GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that can be used by
people o all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design or a wide range o physical and
mental abilities and impairments. For details o GE’s Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas
or people with disabilities, check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD.GEAC
(800.833.4322).
Extended Warranties ge.com
Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty
is still in e ect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours.
GE Consumer Home Services will still be there a ter your warranty expires.
Parts and Accessories ge.com
Individuals quali ied to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes
(VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted). Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at
800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed b an user. Other servicing
generall should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper
servicing ma cause unsafe operation.
Contact Us ge.com
I you are not satis ied with the service you receive rom GE, contact us on our Website with all the details
including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Register Yo r Appliance ge.com
Register your ew applia ce o -li e—at your co ve ie ce! Timely product registration will allow or
enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms o your warranty, should the need arise.
You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.