GE GTS18FCSARWW and Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions
Connecting Electricity ......... 4
Extension Cords .............. 9
Proper Disposal .............. 9
Safety Precautions ............ 3
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker ........... 9
Care and Cleaning ........ 10, 11
Shelves .................... 6, 7
Storage Drawers ............. 8, 9
TemperaUHe Controls .......... 5
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the ReDig>rator ............. 12
Reversing the Door Swing . . 17-92
_'ater Line Installation ..... 1,9,-1 7
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service . .94, 95
Normal Operating Sounds ..... 93
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .... Back Cover
Product Registration
(Canadian) .............. 97, 98
Product Registration ....... 99, 30
V_'arranty for
Canadian Customers ......... 96
_4'arranty for U.S. Customers . . . ,9,1
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label on
the upper lett side of the fl'esh tood
COlllpa Ftlllent,
162D3905P012 49-604!8 11-05JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrai)ment and suffocation are not
problen_s of the past.Junked or abandoned
refl_igeratox_ are still dangerous...even if they
will sit for 'iJust a few da}_s." ff you are getting
rid of yore" old refi_igerato_; please follow the
instructions below to help prevent acddents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOld
Refrigeratoror Freezer:
_: _ke off the doo_.
iJi::i,eaxe the shelves in place so that children
mm not easih' climb inside.
Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,
which under federal law must be rein oved prior
to product disposal. If wm are getting rid of an
old refrigeration product, check with the
company handling the disposal about what
to do.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend
against the use of an extension cord.
Howe\'et; if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United
States) or a CSA certified (in Canada), 3-wire grounding D'pe appliance extension cord having a grounding
t)pe plug and outlet and that the electrical rating (ff the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
DANGER! RISQUES POUR LESENFANTS
COMMENTVOUSDEBARRASSER
CONVENABLEMENTDEVOTREANCIENREFRIGE-RATEUR
Les eMimts pris au pibge ou morts d'asphyxie
SOIl[ [Ot!iOtllN d'acmalit6. Les rOfiig_rateurs
abandomlOs sent tot!iours aussi dangeieux,
m6me si on n'attend que <<luekluesjotu_,,
pore" s'en d6barmsse_: Si vous ne gardez pas
votre anden r6fi'ig6rateuc veuillez suivre les
directi_vs ci-dessous afin de prOvenir les accidents.
Avant de vous dObarrasser de votre ancien
refrigorateur ou congo/ateur :
::Ji::t)(_montez les portes.
_: I,aissez les clavettes en place afin d'emp_cher
les enfimts de grimper fi l'int_rJem:
Refrigerants
Tous les appareils de r(_fl'ig_ration contiennent
des r(_fl'ig(_rants qui, conform_ment aux lois
f_d_rales, doivent _tre enlev_s avant route
01imination de l'appareil. Si vous vous
d0barrassez de vieux appareils de r0frig0ration,
v0rifiez, aupr_s de la soci0t0 qui s'occupe de
leur 01imination, ce que wins devez taire.
CORDONSPROLONGATEURS
Nous vous recommandons fortement de no pas utiliser de cordons prolongateurs _cause des risques
potentiels qu'ils prOsentent dans certaines conditions.
Toutefois si vous d0ddez d'ufiliser tout de m_me un cordon pmlongateu_; il est absolument n0cessaire
qu'il s'agisse d'tm cordon _'l3 ills avec inise _'lla terre pour appareils 01ectrom0nage_5 homologu0/Ji, (aux
Etats-Unis) ou certifi0 (_SA (au Canada), poulvu d'une fiche et d'une prise raises _'lla terre de 15 amperes
(minim um) et de 190 volts.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. ge.com
AWARNING!
Use this appfiance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appfiances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
_i: This refrigerator m ust be properl) instnll ed
and located in accordance with the lnstnllation
Instructions heft)re it is used.
:#;_Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in the refligeratoi: They could
damage the refligerator and seriously injure
themseh'es.
::_Do not touch the cold sm_i_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin mm stick to these extremely cold StllS_ilces.
k¢<Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\'apo_s and liquids in the vicinity ot this or any
other appliance.
i)_:Keep finge_ out oI the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the do(ns and between
the do(n_ and cabinet are necessmih' small.
Be careflfl closing do(n_ when children are
in the area.
:_i)In refl_igeratcns with automatic icemake_s,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
that releases the cubes. Do not place finge_ or
hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refrigerator is plugged in.
:)_Unplug the refligerator heft)re cleaning and
making _epai_s.
NOTE:Westronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbe
performedbyaquafifiedindividual
;)_Turning the control to the 0position does
not remove power to the light circuit.
i)::Do not refl'eeze fl'ozen fi)ods which have
thawed completely:
MESURESDESECURITeL-IMPORTANTES.
LISEZD'ABORDTOUTESLESDIRECTIVES.
AAVERTISSEMENT!
N'utilisez cet #lectrom#nager que pour I'usage auquel il est dentin#, comme expliqu# dans le
pr#sent manuel.
MESURESDES@URITE-
Lorsque vous utilisez un appareil #lectrique, observez toujours los mesures de s#curit# de base,
y compris les suivantes.
iJi::Instnllez le r(ffiig_ratem" confimnC_ment aux
direcfixes d'installafion axant de l'utiliseI:
;;Ji::Ne laissez pas les enfimts gfimpe_; s'asseoi_;
se tenir debout ni se pendre aux clayettes du
r_fiig&'atem: Ils pomTaient endommager le
r_flig_rateur et se blesser gravement.
_: N'entreposez et n' ufilisez pas d'essence ou
autres vapetns et liqtfides inflammables fi
proximit_ de cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil (dectrom(amge_:
_: t_loignez les doigts des parties du r(_flig_rateur
off l'on peut fi_cilement se pincer : les espaces
entre les portes et entre les portes et les placards
sont tot!jOtlIN (_troits. Soyez prudent lo_sque
vous termez les p(>rtes de l'appareil en presence
des enfimts.
iJi::Si votre r_flig_rateur est dot(_ d'tme machine _'_
glacons automatique €)xitez le contact axec les
pi&ces mobiles du m_canisme _jectem; ou avec
l'_l&nent chattflimt qtfi lib_ere les gla<ons.
Ne posez pas les doigts ou les mains sin" le
m(_canisme de la machine _'_gla(ions pendant
que le r_flig_ratem" est branch,.
::_i::Ne touchez pas les sui_ilces fl'oides du cong_latem"
si vous avez les mains humides ou mouill_es : la
peau risque d'adh_rer _'_ces surfi_ces tr_s fl'oides.
_: D_branchez votre r_flig_ratem" avant de le
nettover ou de le r_parei:
REMARQUE : Noun vous recommandons vivement de
confiertouter@aration_untechnicienquafifi#.
_: I,oI_(]tle VOtlS r(_glez la commande sur 0(_teint),
l'alimentntion (_lectfique de l'ampoule n'est pas
coup(_e.
::_?::Ne recongelez pas les aliments smgel(_s qui ont
compRetement d_gel& 3

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALL iNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
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.
The power cord of dfis appliance is eqtfipped _d_ a 3-
prong (grounding) plug which nlates _lfl/a standard
3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize fl_e
p(_ssibili_' of electric shock hazard fl'om tiffs appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked 1)_a qu_flified
electrician to make sm'e fl_e outlet is properly
grotmded,
_Aqmre a standard 2-prong _dl outlet is encotmtered, it
is yore" personal responsibility and obligation to haxe it
replaced wifl_ a I_r°I ,,_erlx grounded -I3-)tong, x_dl outlet.
The reflioemtor_ should al_m_, beI)lugged,, into its (ma_
indi_(hM electrical outlet which has a _oltage rating
that matches fl_e rating plate.
This provid_ the b_t pettimnance and also pre\ ents
o_erloading house wifino circuits which could cmLse a
t
fire hazard fi'om oxerheated _res.
Never un I)lug,._om" refligemtor, b_,I )tilling, on d_e
power cord. Mx_Ws grip plug fim_ b and ptfll ,smfio-ht
out fl'om fl_e outlet,
Repair or replace immecfiately all p()wer c( )i'(1.sd_at
have bec()me flayed or ofl_erwise damaged. Do not use
a cord that sh()ws crocks or abrasion damage ahmg its
lengfl_ or at eifl_er end.
_A_en moving fl_e refligemtor m_z_y fl'om the
_dl, be careflfl not to roll oxer or damage die
power coFd.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
MESURESDESECURITEIMPORTANTES.
LISEZD'ABORDTOUTESLESDIRECtiVES.
AVERTISSEMENT!
RACCORDEMENTELECTRIQUE
No coupez ni retirez on aucun cas la troisibme broche (raise_la terre) de la fiche du cordon
d'alimentafion. Pour votre s6curit6, cet appareil doit Otrecorrectement mis _la terre.
I,e cordon d'alimentafion de cet appareil _t muni
d'une fiche 5 3 broch_ (raise 5 la ten'e) qtfi se bmnche
darts une prise mumle ordinaire 5 3 _d\'(aoles (raise 5 la
ran'e) pour r&luire au minimmn les fisques de chocs
_lect_iques.
gaites examiner la prise de commit et le circtfit par un
_lectricien qt_difi_ pour x()tts assurer que la prise est
covrecteil/ent II/ise _'1la telTe.
Si la prise mumle _t du t_pe standard 5 2 alv&)l_ il
xous incombe de la fifire remplacer par tree prise 5 3
alx&)l_ conectement raise 5 la rune.
I,e r0flig0mteur doit t()@m_s _tre bmnch_ darts sa
propre p_ise de coumnt, dont la tension nominale est
idenfique 5 celle in(fiqu_e sur la plaque signal_tique.
Cette pr6caufion _t recommandSe pore" _mmfir tm
rendenlent optimtm_ et _iteI" une surchalge d_
drctfits (qectfiques de la r_sidence, ce qtfi poumfit
crier tm risque d'incendie par sm'chaufle des ills.
Ne dObmnchezjamais le r6flJg&ateur en tirant sur le
cordon d'alhnentafion. Sa_sissez tem_ement la fiche du
cordon et firez droit pour la refirer de la prise.
R_parez ou remplacez imm&liatement tout cordon
effiloch_ ou endommag_. N'ufilisez pas un cordon
foncfill_ ou I_r6sentant (I_ signes, el'list II'e.
I,()_sqtle votts d@la cez votre i'_flJgOivltetlr d u mt u,
fakes attention de ne pas le faire fouler sur le cordon
d'alimenmtion afin de neI)as l'endommager,.
VEUILLEZLIREETSUIVREATTENflVEMENTCESMESURESDESECURITE.
CONSERVEZCESDIRECTIVES
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Aboutthe temperaturecontroldial ge.com
Turning the dial to 0stops cooling in both compartments-fresh food and freezer. It does not shut off power
to the refrigerator.
ControlSettings
Temperature Control Dial
The temi)erature control dial has nine settings plus O. I is the warmest. 9is the coldest.
At first, set the dial at 5.
Afier using the refl'igerat(n, a(!just the dial if necessary.
Insert a coin into the slot in the middle of the dial and you can turn the dial to the setting
that's best suited to wmr needs.
Allow 24 hom_ tot the refrigerator to get cold.

Aboutthe freshfoodcompartmentshelves.
Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.
Half-Width Shelves
[T]]qlt uo
One end of the shelf rests on a molded
side-wall support; a bracket on the other
end hooks into a track on the rear
cabinet wall.
To remove, lift the shelf up at fl'ont, then
off the SUl)l)ort and out of the track.
To replace, select desired shelf height.
With shelf ti'ont raised slightly, hook the
bracket's top lug into the track, then
lower the shelf onto the SUl)port.
NOTE:Theshelf tothe@t of thetrack/s
designedto hookintothe@t-hand dot,
theshelf totheleft isdesignedtohook
intotheleft-handslot.
Full-Width Shelves
Some models have a steel wire sliding
sheik a stationary tempered glass shelf or
two steel wire stationary shelves. These
shelves can be moved to another place
in the ti'esh ti)od compartment.
The flfll-width sliding shelf has stoi>locks.
When placed correctly on the shelf
SUl)ports, the sh elf will stop beti)re coming
completely out of the refl'igerator and will
not tilt when you place toed on it or
I'eI/lOVe ti),)d ti'OIll it.
Toremove the full-width shelves, lift the
rear of the shelf and pull forward.
Toremove a full-width shelf when the fresh
food compartment door cannot be opened
fully, lift the rear of the shelf, pull
ti)rward and down, tilt the shelf and
take it out.
Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)
Spillproof shelves have special edges
to hel I) prevent spills from dripping
to lower shelves. To remove or replace
the shelves, see the above inst_ uctions.

About the freezer compartment shelves, gecom
Some models have an ice-tray shelf and some have a full-width step shelf.
Ice- Tray Sheff
Toremove the ice-tray shelf, lift the left
side of the shelf off its supports, then
pull the shelf to the lett to ti'ee it of the
plug supports. Pull the shelf to the right
to ti'ee the pins ti'om the holes in the
cabinet wall.
Step Shelf
Toremove the step shelf."
[_ I,ifl lett side oI shelt slightly.
_Moxe shelf to the left to free its right
ends ti'om holes in the cabinet w_iil.
I,ower _ight side of shelf, mo_e shelf to
[] the right and take it out.
Toreplace the step shelf."
[_ _ ith shelf tilted as shown, tit left ends
of shelf into holes in cabinet wall.
[_ I,ifl left side of shelf slightl); swing shelf
up, fit right ends of shelf into holes in
cabinet wall, and lower shelf into place.
About the storage drawers.
Not all features are on all models.
iry Fruit and Vegetable Drawers
Excess water that mm accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers should be emptied
and the drawers wiped dry.
i _i Snacks Drawer
The snacks drawer can be moxed to the
most useflfl location for yore" tamil)'s
needs.

About storage drawer and cover removal.
Not all features are on all models.
Humldlty Control
HIGH LOW
Adjustable Humidity Drawer (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the wm to the Slide the control all the way to the LOW
HIGH setting to proxide high h umidity setting to proxide lower humidit_ lexels
recommended fi)r most xegetables, recommended fi)r most fruits.
Drawer and Cover Removal
Drawe_ can be rein oved easily by grasping
tile sides and lifting up slightly while
pulling drawers past tile stop location.
Full-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover
To removethe cover, lift it off its supports,
pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.
Twin Drawers with Glass Cover
To remove;
_] Remoxe tile drawers.
[_ Reach in, push tile front of glass
coxer up, and at tile same time,
pull it ti_rward as far as it will come.
Tilt it and take it out. Avoid cleaning the
cold glass cover with hot water because
tile extreme temperature difl'erence may
cause it to break.
[_] Remoxe tile drawer fl'ame. (Alwaxs
FeIlloxe tile glass cover before }Otl
take out the drawer fl'ame.)
I,itt tile frame off tile sui)ports at each
side and back, pull it forward, tilt it and
take it out.
Toreplace:
[_ I,ower tile frame tmtil it rests on tile
sui)i)orts at each side and back.
[_ Rei)lace tile _olass cox er, I)ushing, its
o" ()
rear edge fimfl) int the rear fl'ame
channel and gently lowering the front
into place.
[_] Replace tile drawers.

About the automatic icemaker, ge.com
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Switch Icemaker
Powerswitch model
FeelerArmin
theSTOP
Feeler Armin (UP)position
theON (down)
position
Feeler arm model
Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per c)'cle-api)roxinmtely 100-130 cubes
in a 24-hem" period, depending on
fl'eezer compartment temperature,
t'OOtll teillperatttre, nttt/tbet" of (loot"
openings and other use conditions.
There are two t)pes at icemaket_: power
switch models and feeler am_ models.
If the refl_igerator is operated befin'e
the water connection is made to the
icelnakei; set the power switch to 0 (off)
or move the teeler amt to the STOP (up)
position.
When the refl_igerator has been
connected to the water supply, set the
power switch to the I (ell} position or move
the feeler am_ to the ON(down) position.
On power switch models, the green light
will come on.
You will hear a buzzing sotmd each time
the icemaker fills with water.
The icemaker will fill with water when
it cools to 15°E A newly-installed
refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours
to begin making ice cubes.
Throw awa_ the first few batches of ice
to allow the water line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the
sweep of the teeler arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the
teeler arm, the icemaker will stop
producing ice.
It is normal fi)r several cubes to be joined
together.
If ice is not used fl'equently, old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
On power switch models, the green power
light will blink if ice cubes get stuck in the
icemaket; To correct this, set the power
switch to 0(off)and remove the cubes. Set
the power switch to I(on)to restart the
icemaket: _dter the icemaker has been
turned on again, there will be a delay of
about 45 nlinutes before the icemaker
i'eStlllleS operation.
NOTE:Inhomeswith lowar-than-averegewater
pressure, you may hear the/cemaker cycle
multipletimes when makingone batch of ice.
Icemaker Accessory Kit
If _our refrigerator did not alread_ come
equiI)ped with an automatic icemaker,
an icemaker accessory kit is axailable at
extra cost.
Check the back of the refrigerator for
the specific icemaker kit needed fi_r yam"
model.

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
The door handles and trim (on some
models). Clean with acloth (laml)ened
with soapy water: Dry with asott cloth.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish
detergent. Dry and polish with a clean,
soft cloth.
The stainless steel panels and door handles
(on sonle models) can be cleaned with
a commercially available stainless steel
cleaner. Do not use appliance wax or
polish on the stainless steel.
Do not wipe the refr/_?eratorwith a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel Thesemay leave aresidue
that can erode the paint Do not use scouring
pads,powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open be×
of baking soda in the fresh food and
ti'eezer COil/1)}1 i'ti//ents.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not practi(al, wring excess
moisture out of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or
controls.
Use waHn water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda
to aquart (1 liter) of water; This both
cleans and netm'alizes o(h)_. Rinse and
wipe dry.
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a
thin laver of petroleum .jelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side. This helps kee I)
the gaskets from sticking and bending
out of shape.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some
models) with hot water because the extreme
temperature difference may cause them to
break. Handle glass shelves carefully Bumping
tempered glass can cause it to shatte_
Eviter de nettoyer /es tab/ettes en verre froides
(sur certa/ns rnod#les)_l'eau chaude paine que
/'6cart de temperature extreme risque de/es
craquer Man/puler /es tab/ettes en verre avec
pr6caution. Le verre tremp6 soumis _un choc
nsque de so fracassel:
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in
the dishwashe_
CleanflTg the condenser coils.
Condenser
There is no need for routine condenser
cleaning in normal home operating
envii'oni/lents. However, in enviYonillents
that may be partictflarly dusty or greasy,
the condenser shotfld be cleaned
periodically for efiicient refi'igerator
ol)ei'a [ion.
To clean the condenser; turn the
temperatm'e control dial to O. Sweep
_IW_IV OI" V_IC/I[IIII 11 I) dust.
For best results, use abrush specially
designed for this i)m'pose. It is awfilable
at most appliance parts stores.
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Behind the Refrigerator
Be caretul when moving the reti'igerator
away fl'om the wall. All tvl)es of floor
cove_ings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
embossed surthces.
Turn the leveling legs at each fl'ont corner
of the refl_igerator counterclockwise until
the rolle_ support the refi_igerato_; Pull the
refl'igerator straight out and return it to
position by pushing it straight in. Moving
the reti_igerator in a side direction may
result in damage to the floor covex_ing or
refl'igeratox:
When pushing the refrlgeretor back, make sure
you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker
supply line {onsome models).
Enpoussant /er_fng_rateur enplace, veifler _ne
pas le fake rouler sur le cordon d'alimentafion ou
/a cana/isation d'eau de la machine _ glagons
(sur certains modules).
Afier rolling the refl'igerator back into
place, mrn the legs clockwise until the
legs again bear the weight of the
refl'ige rato r.
Light Bulb Replacement
To replace a burned-out bulb, unplug
the refl'igerator fl'om its electrical outlet,
unscrew the bulb when cool and replace
it with an appliance bulb of the same or
lower wattage.
Turningthecontroltothe0positiondoesnot
removepowertothehghtcircuit.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absen('es_ i'eillo;'e
food and mq)lug tile refl'igerator. Move
the temperature control dial to the 0
position, and clean the interior with a
baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to one quart
(1 liter) of water. I,eave the doors open.
Set tile icemaker power switch to the
0 (off) position or move tile feeler arm to
the STOP (up) position (depending on
model) a nd shut off the wa ter suI)ply to
the refl'igerator.
If the temperatm'e can drop below
fl'eezing, have a qualified servicer drain
the water supply systeln (on some
models) to prevent serious i)ropert) '
damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them
securely in place to prevent damage.
Besuretherefrigeratorstaysin anupright
position&ring moving.
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 16,17,18
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully°
"IMPORTANT - S.,'ethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT -Obse,,e.ll
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer -Be sure to leaxe these
instructions xdth the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - KeeI)these instructions
for future reierence.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refrigerator Instalk_tion
15 minutes
P,eversiw* the Door Swim*
1 hour
• Proper installation is d_e responsibilit} of d_e
installer.
• Product fhilure due to improper installation is not
coxered under the _'_arrant).
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(on some models)
If tile refrigerator has an i(emaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A water supply kit
(containing copper tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and
instructions) is awfilable at extra cost fl'om yore" dealer,
by visiting ore" Website at ge.com (in Canada at
www.geapplimaces.ca) or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
•Do not install tile reflJgerator where tile temperature
will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not rtm otten
enough to maintain proper temperatures.
•Install it on a floor strong enough to support it flflly
loaded.
CLEARANCES
Alh)w tile fi)llo_fing clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation and I)lumbing, and electrical
COililectioils.
4tt
•Sides . /(19 ram)
• Top 1" (25 ram)
• Back 1" (25 ram)
ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS
Leveling legs near each fl'ont corner of tile refl'igerator
are a(!justable. They firmly position tile refl'igerator
and prevent it fl'om moving when tile doo_ are
opened. I,eveling legs should be set so the ti'ont of the
refrigerator is raised just enough that the doors close
easily when opened abotlt hall\ray.
Turn tile leveling legs clockwise to raise tile
refrigerator; counterclockwise to lower it.
Rogers next to tile leveling legs allow you to move tile
refligerator awav from tile wall fin" cleaning.
Tm'n the legs cotmterclockwise tmtil the weight of the
refl'igerator is transferred fl'om them to tile rollers.
Afier rolling tile refligerator back into place, tm'n tile
legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of
tile refl'igerator.
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Installation instructions
Ell iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LiNE IONSOMEMODELS)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recomn_ended copper water supply kits are WX8X2,
WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on tile amount of
tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines
are GE Smart(_onnect _'_Refrigerator Tubing
(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and
WX08X10025).
When connecting your refl'igerator to a GE Reverse
Osmosis _'ater System, tile only approved installation
is with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water
systems, ti)llow tile manufacturer's recommendations.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manulhcture_: Follow these
instructions carefifllv to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in tile pipes) in house
plumbing can cause damage to refl'igerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified
plumber to correct water hammer before installing
tile water supply line to tile refl'igerator.
To prevent bm'ns and product damage, do not hook
up tile water line to tile hot water line.
If you use your reti'igerator betore connecting tile
water line, make sure tile icemaker power switch is
in tile 0(Of/:)position (on power switch models) or
tile feeler arln is in tile STOP (up) position (on feeler
arm models).
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures t_fll below fl'eezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sm'e tile device is double
insulated or gro/mded in a manner to prevent tile
hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
i)lumbing code requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Copper or GE SmartConnect'" Refrigerator Tubing
kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect tile refi'igerator
to tile water suppl> If using copper, be sure both
ends of tile tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance fi'om tile water valve on tile back of tile
refi'igerator t(> the water supply pipe. Then add 8'
(2.4 m). Be sure there is suHicient extra tubing
(about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10"
[95 cm] diameter) to allow tile reii'igerator to move
out fi'om the wall utter installation.
GE SmartConnect ''_Refrigerator Tubing/¢dts are
ax:filable ill tile tollowing lengths:
2' (0.6 m) - WX08X10002
6' (1.8 m) -WX08X10006
15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015
25' (7.6 m) - WX08X10025
Be sure that tile kit you select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)
as described above.
NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in GE SmartConnect'" Refrigerator Tubing
kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line
because the line is under pressure at all times. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and
cause water damage to your home.
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Installation Instructions
B INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
WHAT YOU WiLL NEED (CONT.)
• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
_dve and fittings listed below) is available at extra
cost fl'om your dealer or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
• A cold water supply. The water l)ressme must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (] A-8.I bar).
• Power drill.
•1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper robing
to the shutoff _dve and the refrigerator water _dve.
OR
• If you are using a GE Smart(kmnec( _ Refl-_gerator
Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled
to the robing.
" If yore" existing copper water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (available at
phunbing supply stores) to com_ect the water line to
the refl'igerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting
with a tube cotter and then use a compression
fitting. Do not cut _k)rmed end .4/'oIn GE
SmartConnect'" Refi'igerator robing.
• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
Tile shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a
minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-t_pe
slmtoff valves are included in many water supply kits.
Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-t_pe valve
complies with your local plumbing codes.
Install the shutoff xalxe on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.
[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
SUPPLY
Turn on tile nearest fimcet hmg enough to clear
the lille of water.
[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location fi>r the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of
a vertical water pipe. When it is oecessarv to
coooect into a horizontal water pipe, inake the
colnlectioo to the top or side, rather than at the
bottom, to avoid drawing off aov sediu_eot fl'Oln
the water pipe.
[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a l/4" hole in the "_ater pipe (e'_eo i_ using
a sell'piercing vahe) using a sharp bit. R.emoxe an)
btu'l_ resulting frou_ drilling the hole in the pipe.
Take care not to allow water to drMn into the drill.
Failure to drill a I "" ma_
/4 hole result in reduced
ice production or smaller cubes.
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Installation Instructions
[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff_al_e to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp
Saddle-Type--/4'
ShutoffValve
,)
-- VerticalC01d
WaterPipe
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Phunbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed plmnber.
[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws tmtil the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or wm may c_ush the
tubing.
-Washer
Pi End
Clam_
[] ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and
the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall
or floor (behind the refrigerator or a@_cent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet [944 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to
move out ti'om the wall alter installation.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING
TO THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleexe)
for COl)per tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shut()fl xalxe.
Make sure the tubing is flfllv inserted into the
wflve. Tighten the compression nut secm'ely.
For plastic tubing from a GE Sn/art(_onnect"
Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end
of the tubing into the shutoff wflve and tighten
compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional ttlrn with a wrench. Overtightening
Ill'IV Catlse leaks.
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve
?ression
Nut
SmartConnect_
Tubing
PackingNut.
Outlet Valve-- --Ferrule (sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plmnbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wflves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with vom" licensed i)lmnber.
[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on and flush out the
tubing until the water is dear.
Shut the water off at the water valve after about
one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed
through the tubing.
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Installation Instructions
B INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
• Before making tile ctmnection to tile refrigerator,
be sure tile refrigerator power cord is not l_lugged,,
into tile _</ll outlet.
• We recommend installing a water filter if your
water supply has sand or particles that could clog
tile screen of tile refrigerator's water valve. Install
it ill tile water lille near the refl'igerator. If using
GE SmartConnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing kit,
you will need all additional tube (WXOSX10002)
to connect tile filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
]_.en/ove tile access cover.
Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water
valve (refrigerator connection).
©
Place the compression nut and terrule (sleeve)
onto tile end of tile tubing as shown. (-)n GE
Smart(:onnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing kit,
the nuts are already assembled to the tubing.
Insert the end of tile tubing into tile water valve
connection as flu" as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten the fitting.
For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnec( _
ReKigerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end
of the tubing into tile shutoff _zdve and tighten
compression nut until it is hand tight, then
tighten one additional mrn with a wrench.
Overtightening may cause leaks.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp proxided to
hold it in a _ertical position. You max need to
pry open tile clamp.
1/4" Copper_ _ Tubing Clamp
Tubing
Nut
(sleeve)
Refrigerator
Connection SmartConnecU
Tubing
Reattach tile access coxer.
[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
Reattach tile access coxer.
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Installation Instructions
[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not _ibrate
against the back of the refrigerator or against the
wall. Push the refi_gerator back to the wall.
START THE ICEMAKER
On power switch models, set the icemaker power
switch to the I(oil} position. On feeler arm models,
move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position. The
icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches
its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below.
It will then begin operation automatically.
Powerswitch model
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//
//
.... '_r--.. FeelerArminthe
STOP(up)position
in
theON(down)position
Feelerarmmodel
NOTE: In lower water pressm'e conditions, tile
water xalxe max tm'n on up to 3 times to delixer
enouoh water to tile icemaker.
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT NOTES
\_l/en re\'e_ing tile door swing:
• Read tile instructions all tile way through beflwe
starting.
• Handle parts careflflly 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'lace for
the doms.
IMPORTANT: Once wm begin, do not move the
cabinet tmtil doo>swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are fiw 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, follow these same
inst_ uctions and reverse all references to left and fight.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillipsscrewdriver Maskingtape
5/16" hex-head
socketdriver T20 or T25 Torxdriver,
(Needed for some models)
Putt_ kni[e or thin-
blade screwdrix er 5/16" open-end wrench
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installation instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] BEFORE YOU START
l.l UnI)lug the refrigerator fl'om its electrical
outlet.
1.2 Erupt) all door shelxes, including the dairy
C OIlll)_l I'tIl/ent,
CAUTION: Do not let either door drop to the
floor, To do so could dail/aoe_ the door stop,
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
2.l Tape the door sit ut with masking tape.
2.2 X4ith a 5/16" hex-head socket drixer, remoxe the
screws that hold the tol) hinge, to the cabinet.
2.3 I,ift the hinge, (and the shim glued to it) ,strai,*ht
up to free the hinge pin from the socket in
the top of the door and set it aside, ahmg with
its screws.
Top Hinge
2.4 Remoxe the tape and tilt the door awax from the
cabinet. I,ifi it off the center hinge, pin.
2.5 Set the door on a non-scratching surface with
the outside up.
2.6 Transti_r the 2 screws ti'om the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes w_cated by the
top hinge remowfl.
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Installation instructions
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR
3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape.
,/i
3.2 Using a 5/16" hex-head socket screwdriver and
a 5/16" open-end wrench, remove the two
screws holding the center hinge (and the shim
glued to it) to the cabinet, i,ift the center hinge
to fl'ee its pin fl'om the socket in the top of the
door, and set hinge and screws aside. Be careful
not to lose the center hinge spacer mad washer.
3.3 Remove the tape and flit the door away fl_om the
cabinet. Liti the door fi'om the pin in the bottom
hinge bracket. (If the plastic washer sficl_s to the
door bottom, put it back on the hinge.)
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR (CONT.)
3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching
S//IS[il ce.
3.5 Transter the two screws fl'om the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes xacated bx the center
hinoe relllOX i1.
3.6 Transfer the x_asher (if)our model has one) to the
opposite side.
3.7 Take one of the screws removed in step 2 and start
it in the oute_nost screw hole on the opposite side.
Do not drive it all the way down-leave enough
space under the screw head t0r thickness of shim
and bracket.
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Installation Instructions
B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] REVERSING THE HARDWARE
4.1 Remove tile base orille (if' _our refrigerator has
one) b} pulling it straight out.
4.2 Moxe tile 1)ottmn hinoe_ bracket (and shim glued
to it) and plastic washer from tile right side to tile
leit side.
Plastic Plastic
Washer Washer
Hinge---> --_
Bracket Hinge
Bracket
Modelswith a hingebracket Modelswith a hingebracket
thathas2screwholes, that has4 screwholes.
Switchthe hingepinto the
oppositesideofthe bracket.
4.3 Interchange hinge (and tile shim glued to it) and
screws at top right with screws at top left of cabinet.
Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time,
Installingthe hingeonthe left. Installingthe hingeonthe right.
NOTES:
• Some hinges have flmr holes. Which holes you
use fi)r installing tile hinge depends on which
side you install tile hinge.
•Tile outer edge of tile hinge should be parallel
to tile edge of tile case ti)r correct installation.
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[] REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES
5.1
Plug_
Transfer fresh food door handle
5.1.1 Remove tile handle plug using a
tape-tipped putty knife under tile edge,
and reil/ove tile screw tlnderneath.
Remove tile two screws holding tile
handle to tile top of tile door.
5.1.2 Remo_e tile handle. I
5.1.3 Remo_e tile screws fl'om tile right edge of tile
door top and insert them into tile handle screw
holes on tile opposite side.
5.1.4 With tape-tipped putty knife or thin-blade
screwdriver; pry out tile plug button from tile
hinge hole on the left side of the door and
insert it into the hole on the opposite side that
was vacated by remowfl of tile top hinge.
PlugBuzp
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