GE GTS22WSTCRSS Original instructions

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Safely Instructions
Adapter Plugs .................... 3
Oonnect Electriciw ................ 3
Exmnsion Cords .................. 9
Proper Disposal .................. 9
Safetv Precautions ................ 9
Operati_ Instructions
Additional Feaulies ............... 9
Automatic Icemaker. ............. 10
Controls ...................... 4, 5
Crispers and Pans .............. 9, 10
Shehes and Bins ................ 7, 8
_4'amr Dispenser ................ 11
_4'ater Filter . .................... 6
Care and Cleaning
Care and Cleaning ............... 11
Replacing the Light Bulbs ......... 19
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the Refligerator . ................ 13
Reversing the Door Swing ...... 18-92
V_'ater i Jne Install ation ........ 14-18
Troubleshooting Tips ......... 94-26
Normal Operating Sounds ........ 93
Consumer Support
Oonsumer Support ....... Back Cox>r
Performance Dam Sheet .......... 97
Stare of CalilBmia _'ater
Device Certificam ................ 98
¼'anantv for Canadian Customers . .99
_'alrangv for U.S. Customers ....... 30
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbex_ on the gray label
on the left side, near the top of the
reflJgerator compartment. 200D2462PO07
Models 22,25
49-60339 09-04 JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
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 foflowed, including the following:
This reflJgerator must be properl,_ installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
h_structions before it is used.
Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the reliJgeratoi: They could
damage the reti_igerator and seriously iqim'e
themselves.
Do not touch the cold sm_lhces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet,
Skin mm stick to these extremely cold sm'ti_ces.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\'apo_s and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
In reii_igeratms with aut(mmtic icemake_,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating
element located on the bottom of the icemake_:
Do not place finge_s or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism while the reti_igerator
is plugged in.
iiii!iiiiii!
Keep finge_s out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the (loo_ and between
the doo_s and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be carefld closing doms when children are
in the area.
Unplug the refl_igerator befiwe cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE."We stronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbe
performedby a quafified individual.
Setting the controls to the 0 (off) position does
not relnoVe power to the light drcuit. On seine
models, only the reliigerator control has a
0 (off) setting.
Do not refl'eeze ti'ozen toods which have
thawed completely.
DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
(_hild entraplnent and mflbcation are not
problems of the past. Jtmked or abandoned
reti_igerato_s are still dangerous...even if they
will sit tor 'iiust a few days." It um are getting
rid of vour old reti_igeratm; please fi)llow the
instructions below to help prevent acddents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOld
Refrigerator or Freezer:
Take off the dome.
Refrigerants
_M1retiigeration products contain reti_igerants,
which trader federal law must be removed p_ior
to product disposal. If you are getting 6d (ff an
(71(Irefrigeration product, check with the company
handling the disposal about what to do.
i,eaxe the shelxes in place so that children
may not easily climb inside.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
Howe\'e_; if you IllllSt use }111extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a/JL-listed (in the United
States) or a CSA-lismd (in Canada), 3-wire gmtmding type appliance extension cord having a gmtmding
type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating (ff the cord be 15 amperes (minimmn) and 120 volts.

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a, WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Donot, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safetg this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a 9,-prong (grounding) plug which mates with
a standard B-prong (grounding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibili Vof electric shock hazard
fl'om this appliance,
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked bv
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
is properly grounded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet,
it is your i)e_onal responsibili b' and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly grounded
S-prong wall outlet.
The reli_igerator should always 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 wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om overheated wires.
Never unl)lug your refiigerator by pulling on the
power cord. _dwa):s grip plug firefly and pull
straight out fl'om the outlet,
Repair or replace immediately all power cords
that have become fl'aved or otherwise damaged,
Do not rise a cord that shows crac]cs or abi'asion
damage along its length or at either end.
X4]_en moving the refi_igerator away ti'om the
wall, be careflfl not to roll over or damage the
power cord,
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada)
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
However; if win, must use an adapter; where local
codes permit, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UIAisted adaptor available at most local
ha I'dwa I'e stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with
the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper
polarity in the connection of the power cord.
When disconnecting the power cord fl'om the
a(lapte_; always hold the adal)ter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the
other hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground
temfinal is ve_' likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter ground temfinal breal_s, DO NOT USE
the reli_igerator until a proper ground has been
established.
Attaching theadapter groundterminal toa waft outlet cover
screw doesnot ground the applianceunless thecoverscrew
is metal, andnot insulated,and the waftoutlet isgrounded
throughthe housewking Youshouldhavethe circuit checked
bya quafif/edelectrician tomakesurethe outlet isproperly
grounded
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe controlsontherefrigerator.
Thecontrols will look like one of the following:
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Initially, set the refrigerator control at5 and the freezer control at5
and allow 12-24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one
increment at a time, and allow 12hours after each adjustment for
the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
Setting the controls to #stops cooling in both the refrigerator and
freezer compartments but does not shut off electrical power to
the refrigerator. On some models, only the refrigerator control has
a#setting.
Touchpad controls
*Setting either control at 0will automatically set the other control at O.
Thezeros will blink until you set the controls.
*If both controls are set at #and either COLDERpad is pressed, the
controls will automatically reset to 5.
Controlsettings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and
operating conditions and may require more than one adjustment.
Locking the Controls (onsomemodels)
This teature allo_:s you to lock the controls
so the settings cannot be changed.
Tolock the controls:
O Set the controls to the desired settings.
O Press and hold the lock pad tot
3 seconds.
&._q_enthe controls are locked, the indicator
light will come on and the control settings
will not be displayed.
Tounlock the controls:
Press and hold the lock pad fl:,r 3 seconds.
Mter mflocking the controls, the settings
will be displayed, the lock indicator light
will go out and the settings can be changed.
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CONTROL
HOLD3SECS
The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°1:for the
refrigerator compartment and #OFfor the freezer compartment. Allow
24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended
settings.
The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature
as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer.
The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature
based on usage and operating environment.
Setting either or both controls to OFFstops cooling in both the freezer
and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power
to the refrigerator.
NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the
temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation,
remove it now.
Tochange the temperature, press and release tile
WARMER or COLDERpad. Tile SETlight will come
on and tile display will show tile set teml)erature.
To change tile temperatm'e, tap either tile
WARMER or COLDERpad tlntil tile desired
temperature is displayed. Refl_igerator temperatm'es
can be a(!justed between 34°F and 44°F and tile
fl'eezer teml)eratm'es can be a(!justed between
-()°F and +()°F.
Once tile desired temperature has 1)een set,
the temperature display will return to the actual
refl_igerator and fl'eezer temperatm'es after 5
seconds. Several adjustnlents may be required.
Each time you a(!just controls, allow 24 hom_ tot tile
refl_igerator to reach tile temperature you have set.
Toturn the cooling system off, tap tile WARMER pad
fin" either tile reliJgerator or tile fl'eezer tmtil tile
display shows OFF.Toturnthe unit back on,press tile
COLDERpad tin" either tile refrigerator or fl'eezer
Tile SETlight will illuminate on tile side you
selected. Then press tile COLDERpad again (on tile
side where tile SETlight is illuminated) and it will
go to tile preset points ot O°Ftor tile fl'eezer and
37°Ftor tile refl_igerato_: Setting either or both
controls to OFFstops cooling in both tile fl'eezer
and refl_igerator compartments, but does not shut
off electrical power to tile refl_igerator
Locking the Controls (onsomemodels)
This feature allo_vs you to lock tile controls
so the settings cmmot be changed.
Tolock the controls:
O Set tile controls to tile desired settings.
O Press and hold tile lock pad for
3 seconds.
When tile controls are locked, tile indicator
light will come on and tile control settings
will not be displayed.
Tounlock the controls:
Press and hold tile lock pad lbr 3 seconds.
_Mter tmlocking tile controls, tile settings
will be displayed, tile lock indicator light
will go out and tile settings can be changed.

Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemodels)
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Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located inside
the cartridge holder in the back upper right
corner of the reflJgerator compartment.
/VOTE:Some models ship with the filter
bypass plug in place of the filter cartridge.
The filter byl)ass I_lug needs U) be removed
betore the filter cartridge is installed. Keep
the filter bypass I_lug fin" flmu'e use.
When to Replace the Filter
The filter cartridge should be replaced
e\'erv six months or earlier if the flow of
water to the icemaker and dispenser
decreases.
Installing theFilter Cartridge
0 If }ou are replacing the cartridge,
fi_t remove the old one. To open the
cartridge cove_; push in where indicated
and the cover will drop down.
@ Remoxe the cartridge b) slowl) rotating
it to the left. A small amomlt of water
may drip down.
CAUTION_ If air has been
trapped in the system, the filter cartridge
may be eiected as it is remoxed. Use caution
when i'eiilo_,in r
O Mark yore" calendar to remind you to
replace the filter cartridge in sixmonths.
0Remove the protective foil fl'om the end
of the cartridge.
Position the cartridge inside the
cartridge holder and slowl) rotate the
cartridge to the right tmfil it stops.
_]_en the cartridge is properly installed,
vou will feel it "click" as it locks into
place. The blade on the end of the
cartridge should be positioned
xertically: Do not overtighten.
O Close the cartridge cove_;
@ Rtm water fl'om the dispenser fin.
3 minutes (about 1½ gallons) to clear
tile system and prevent sputtering.
See To Use the l)isponser section.
NOTE:A newlxqnstalled water filter cartridge
may cause water to spurt flom the dispensex:
Filter Bypass Plug
Y)u must use the filter b)pass l)lug when
a replacement filter cartridge is not
available. The dispenser and the icemaker
will not operate without the filter or filter
bypass l)lug.
Replacement Filters
Toorderadditionalfiltercartridges
in theUnitedStates,visitourWebsite,
www.GEAppliances.com,orcall
GEPartsandAccessories,800.626.2002.
Filter Model (;S_4'F
Suggested Retail Price $34.95 USD
CtlStOlllei_ in Canada should constllt
tile yellow pages fin" the nearest Camco
Service Center:

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Not all features are on all models.
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Some models have wire shelves that
can be adjusted in the same mam_e_
Rearranging the Shelves
Shel',es in the refi'igerator and fl'eezer comi)artn/ents are a(!justable.
Refrigerator Compartment
To remove:
0Tilt the shelf up at the fl'ont.
0 I,ifl the shelf up at the back and bring
the shelf otlt,
To replace:
0 _'_hile tilting the shelf up, insert the top
hook at the back of the shelf in a slot
on the track.
0 I,ower the fl'ont of the shelf until the
bottom of the shelf locks into place.
Freezer Compartment
Toremove:
I,ifl u I) the left side of the shelf and
slide it left into the center of the shelf
suI_ports.
0 Rotate the right side of the shelf up and
out of the shelf suI)ports.
Toreplace:
0Holding the shelf diagonally, insert the
left end of the shelf into the center of
the shelf supports on the side wall at the
desired level,
0Insert the fight end of the shelf into the
shelf sui)ports at the same level. Rest
each end of the shelf on the bottom of
the shelf suI)ports.
NOTE."Formodelswith an automatic/cemaker,
the freezershelf mustbe in thelower position
for the icecube buckettocatch the cubes.
Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)
Spillproof shelxes have special edges to
hel I) prexent spills fl'om dripping to lower
shelxes. To remoxe or replace the shelxes,
seeRearrangingtheShelves.

Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Sfide-Out Spil/proof Shelf (onsomemodels)
The slide-out spillproof shelf allo_vs you
to reach items stored behind othe_. The
spedal edges are designed to help prevent
spills fl'om dripping to lower shelves,
To remove:
0 Remove all items fl'om shelf_
0 Slide the shelf out tmfil it stops.
I,iti the fl'ont edge of the shelf tmtil the
central tabs are above the fl'ont bin:
0Continue pulling the shelf fin'ward
tmtil it can be removed,
To replace:
Place the rear shelf tabs just in fl'ont ot
the central notches on the shelf fi'ame,
Slide the shelf in tmfil the central tabs
are slightly behind the front bin:
I,ower the shelf" into place tmtil it is
horizontal and slide the shelf in.
Make surethat the shelf sits fiat after re/bsta//ation
anddoesn'tmovefreely fromside toside.
Make sureyoupush the shelvesall the way in
before youclose the door
:Fingerhold Adjustable Bins on the Door
A(!iustable bins can easily be carried fl'om
reflJgerator to work area,
Toremove: I,ifl the bin straight up, then
pull out.
Toreplace or relocate: Engage the bin in the
molded supports of the (lo(n; and push in.
Bin will lock in place.
The snuggerhelps prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf. (h_ip the finger hold near the rear of
the snugger and move it to fit w)ur needs.
Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door
Toremove: I,ifl the shelf straight up, then
pull out.
Toreplace: Engage the shelf in the molded
supports on the door and push down.
]t will lock in place.
Freezer Tilt Out Bin (onsomemodels)
Push the button asyou tilt out the bin.
Toremove: Hold the sides of the bin and
lift it straight up, then pull out.
Toreplace:Engage the ends of the bin
in the molded SUl)ports on the door and
push down. It will lock in place.
NOTE:Do not overloadthe bin.

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Not all features are on all models.
Shelf Saver Rack (onsomemode/s)
Slide-out beverage, rack holds 19 cans of
soda or 2 wine/water bottles (lengthwise).
It can be remoxed fin" cleaning.
Toremove, slide the rack out to the stop
position, lift the rack up and past the stop
position and lift it out.
Aboutthe crispersandpans.
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excess water that mm accumulate in the
bottom of the (h'aweI_ or m_(ler the (h'awei_
should be wiped dry.,
Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the wa_ to the Slide the control all the way to the LOW
H/GHsetting to provide high humidi F setting to provide lower humidit_ lmels
reconm_ended tor most "_egetables. reconm_ended for most fl'uits.
Snack Pan (on some models)
This pan can be mined to the most
usetul location for )our famil,_'s needs. To remove, slide the pan out to the stop position, lift the pan ul) and past the
stop position and lift it ()tit.
Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan (onsomemodels)
When the pan is placed in the top 6 slots on
the left side and the lever is set at COLDEST,
air fl'om the fl'eezer is forced around the
pan to kee I) it veI_' cold.
You can move the pan to any location if
w)u don't want the extra cold storage.
The settings can be a(!justed anywhere
between cold , and coldest I_ _.
When set at cold, the pan will stay at the
nornlal reflJgerator telnperature.
The coldest setting l)rovides the coldest
storage ai'ea.

Aboutcrisperremoval
Not all features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
To Remove:
These drawex_ can be remo_,ed easil)by
lifting up slightly while pulling tile drawer
past the stop location.
When the door cannot be fully opened,
rein ore th e dm wet fi_rth est from the door
first. Make sm'e the drawer closest to the
(loot" is fifllv closed. There is a latch at the
front (ff tile center slide rail. Push down on
the latch and slide the center slide rail, to
which the drawer is attached, away fl'om
the door Remove fl_e drawe_:
Abouttheautomaticicemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice,
Power
Switch Icemaker
PowerLight
Powerswitch model
! i
FeelerArmin (up)position
theON (down)
position
Feeler arm model
Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
The icemaker will produce seven or eight
cubes (depending on model) per cycle--
approMmately 100-130 cubes in a 24-horn"
period, depending on fl'eezer compartment
teiili)ei'attli'e _ i'ooi/] teiili)ei'attli'e _ ntli/lber
of door openings and other use conditions.
There are two t)pes of icemake_: power
switch models and feeler am_ models.
If tile refl{gerator is operated befiwe tile
water connection is made to the icemaket;
set tile power switch to 0 (off) or move tile
teeler am_ to tile STOP(up) position.
When tile reliJgerator has been connected
to the water sui)i)ly, set the power switch to
tile I (on)position or move tile feeler am/ to
the 0N (down) position. On power switch
models, the green light will come on.
You will hear a buzzing so/md each dine
tile icemaker fills with water;
The icemaker will fill Mth water when it
cools to approximately 15°E A newly-
installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24
hom_ to begin making ice cubes.
Throxx a'_av tile first tex_ batches of ice to
allow the water line to clea_:
Be sure nothing intetTeres with tile sweep
of tile feeler amL
_]/en tile bin fills to tile level of tile teeler
amL tile icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is nomml for several cubes to be joined
together:
If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes
will become cloud> taste stale and shrink.
On power switch models, tile green power
light will blink if ice cubes get stuck in the
icemaket: To correct this, set tile power
switch to 0(Off) and remove tile cubes. Set
the power switch to I(on) to restart the
icemake_; _dter tile icemaker has been
turned on again, there will be a delay ot
about 45 minutes bet0re tile icemaker
I'eStlllleS ol)eI_ltion.
NOTE:Inhomeswithlower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayheartheicemakercyclemultiple
timeswhenmaklbgonebatchofice.
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Icemaker Accessory Kit
If yore" refl_igerator did not come ah'eadv
equipl)ed with an automatic icemake_;
an icemaker accessory kit is a_ filable at
extra cost.
Check tile back of tile refl{gerator fi)r
tile specific icemaker kit needed fin.
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To Use the Dispenser (on some models)
Tile _ter dispenser is loca[ed on d_e leit w,dl
inside fl_e retiigemtor corrq)arnnent.
Todispensewater:
0Hold tile glass ag_dnst tile recess.
0 Push die _ter dispenser button.
OHold tile ,glass underneath the dispenser
ibr 2-3 seconds after x_leasing tile dispenser
button. _A_tter m_U continue to dispense
after tim button is released.
fine waterisdispensedwhentherefrigeratorisfirst
installed,theremaybeairinthewaterlinesystem.Press
thedispenserbuttonforatleast2minutestoremove
trappedairfromthewaterlineandtofillthewater
system.Duringthisprocess,thedispensernoisemaybe
budastheairispurgedfromthewaterlinesystem.To
flushoutimpuritiesin thewaterline,throwawaythefirst
Gglassfulsof water
NOTE:Toavoidwaterdeposits,thedispensershould
becleanedperiodicallyby wipingwith a cleanclothor
sponge.
Careand cleaningoftherefrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean with a c]odl
dampened with soapy water Dry with a soft
cloth.
Keepthe outsideclean,_A]t)ewith a clean
cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid (fish
detexgent. DUwith a clean, soft cloth.
Donotwipetherefrigeratorwithasoileddishcbthorwet
towelThesemayleavearesiduethatcanerodethepaint
Donotusescouringpads,powderedcleaners,bleachor
cleanerscontainingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchandweakenthepaintfinish.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, lea\e an open box of
baking soda in dm retiigemtor and ti'eezer
COil/par[11 leIl[s,
Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.
If this is not pmcti(al, _Ting excess moistux> out
of sponge or cloth \allen cleaning around
_vimhes, lights or controls.
Use warm _Jw*" and baking soda solution--
abe ut a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a
quart (1 liwr) of _wr Tills both cleans and
neutralizes odors. Ti_oroughl} rinse and Mt)e
(try;
Avoidcleaningcoldgbssshelves(onsomemodels)with
hotwaterbecausetheextremetemperaturedifference
maycausethemtobreak.Handleg/assshelvescarefully
Bumpingtemperedglasscancauseit toshatter
Donotwashant rofrigeratorpartsinthedishwasher
Washice traysin lukewarmwateronly_o notputthem
in anautomaticdishwasher
Behind the Refrigerator
Be carefld when moving the retiigemtor a_y
ti'om the wall. _MItypes of floor coverings can be
damaged, particularly cushioned co_ering._ and
those with embossed surfimes.
Pull file reti'igemtor str_figt_tout and retlu'n it to
t)osition by t)ushing it straight in. Moving the
x_ffigerator in a side (firection me? result in
damage to tile floor covering or retiigemtor
Whenpushingtherefrigeratorback,makesureyoudon't
rolloverthepowercordor icemakersupplyfine[onsome
mode/s).
Preparing for Vacation
For long wmadons or absences, l>l-n(we toed and
unt)lug tile retiigemtor Move the ti'eezer control
to the 0 (off)position, and clean the interior with
a baking soda solution of one tablespoon (15
ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liwr) of
_Jtel'. i,ea_.e the doors ot)en.
Set die icemaker t)o_r switch to dm 0(off)
t)osition and shut off the _tmr SUl)plyto the
x_t_'igerator.
If the temperature can drop belo_ fi'eezing, hme
a qualified servicer drain the wamr SUl)l)lysystem
(on some models) to pre_ent serious prot)ert }
damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as base grille,
shelves and drawe_ by taping them securely
in place to prevent damage.
Besuretherefrigeratorstaysin anuprightposition
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Replacingthelightbulbs.
Turning the control to the 0(off)position does not remove power to the light circuit.
zRefrigerator Compartment
CAUTION:L>,bu/bbeho .
Unplug the refiigerator.
0 The bulbs are located at the top of
the refl'igerator compartment near
the opening. On some models, a light
shield will have to be removed.
@To remove the light shield, grasp the
shield as shown. Squeeze the shield
and rotate the shield toward the back
of the refi'igeratot; The light shield
will pop out.
OReplace the bulb with an appliance
bull) of the same or lower wattage.
On models with a light shield, replace
the light shield.
Plug the i'eliJgei'atof back in.
Lightshield
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Freezer Compartment Light (onsomemodels)
,ACAUTION:L, h,bu/bbeho .
Unplug the refrigerator:
The bulb is located behind a light
shield at the back of the fl'eezer
COli/i)ai'tlilent, To i'eli/Ove_ squeeze
the top and bottom of the shield and
pull the shield ofl_
0_Mter replacing xfith an appliance bull)
oI the same or lower wattage, replace
the shield.
0Plug the refrigerator back in.
"_ Pocket
Freezer Compartment Dome Light (onsomemodels)
CAUTION: bu/bbe
0 Unplug the refrigerator.
The bulb is located at the top of the
fl'eezer compartment inside the dome
light shield. To remoxe the shield, place
your finger in the pocket at the back
of the shield. Pull the shield fin'ward
_1II(l (lotvn.
After replacing with an appliance
bulb of the same or h)wer watta *e
replace the shield.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 22 and25
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT - S ,,ethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT -Obs ,,'e;,ll
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these
instructions with tile Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - KeeI)these instluctions
t()I" I"/Ittlre reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation
15 minutes
•Proper installation is tile responsibility
of the installer.
• Product thilure due to improper installation
is not covered trader tile _'_rrantv.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(ON SOME MODELS)
If tile refrigerator has an icemakei; it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit
(containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and
instructions) is available at extra cost fl'om yore" dealer,
by visiting ore" X_'ebsite at www.GEApplim_ces.com (in
Canada at www.geapplim_ces.ca) or fl'om Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
•Do not install tile refl'igerator where tile temperature
will go below 60°F (l 6°C) because it will not mn
()Den enough to maintain proper temperatures.
•Do not install tile refrigerator where tile temperatm'e
will go above 100°F (37°(;) because it will not
peril)tin properly.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it flfllv
loaded.
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CLEARANCES
Allow tile fi)llowing clearances fi)r ease of installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections.
• Sides 1/8" (4 ram)
• Top 1" (25 ram)
• Back 1" (25 ram)
If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side, allow
a 1/8" (3 ram) door clearance.
ROLLERS
The rollers have 3purposes:
• RolleI_ a(!just so tile dooI_ close on their own when
opened about 45 °.
• RolleI_ a(!]ust SO tile retiJgerator is firefly positioned
on tile floor and does not wobble.
•RolleI_ allow you to move tile reliigerator away fl'om
the wall tot cleaning.
To adjust the milers:
ORemoxe tile base grille b) _11%
I)°siti°ning, hands as shown, j---/\\\
O Rotate tile bottom of tile _ \
grille outward until the clips
sn_l l) o/it.
Pull tile grille mvav ti'om tile
retiJgeratoL
Using a screwdriver, turn _
tile two front roller a(!justing
screws clockwise to raise
tile refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.
OReplace the grille so the
notch in the grille will fit
ai'o/ind tile bottoill door
hinge.
Tilt the top of the grille
toward tile refl'igerator and
insert the hmg metal clips
into tile top of tile owd
openings at tile bottom of
tile refrigerator.
Rotate tile bottom of tile grille toward
the refrigerator/mtil it snaps into place,
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE CONSOMEMODELS)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recommended copper water supply kits are _4UX8X2,
_XSX3 or _X8X4, depending on the amount of
tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines
are GE Slnart(]onnect '_ Refl'igerator Tubing
(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and
WX08X10025).
When connecting your refl'igerator to a GE Reverse
Osmosis _'ater System, the only approved installation
is with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water
s):stems, tOllow the manufi_ctm'er's recommendations.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufi_cttu'er. Follow these
instructions carefifllv to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.
_'_tei" hamlner (water banging in the pipes) in house
plmnbing can cause damage to refl'igerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified
l)lmnber to correct water hammer belm'e installing
the water supply line to the refl'igerator.
To prevent bm'ns and product damage, do not hook
up the water line to the hot water line.
If you use your refl'igerator heft)re connecting the
water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is
in the 0 (Off) position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatm'es tall below fl'eezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) dm'ing installation, be sure the device is doul)le
insulated or grotmded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
i)hunbing code requirelnents.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
•Copper or GE SmaxtCmmec( _'_Refrigerator Tubing
kit, ]/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator
to the water sui)ply. If using COl)per, be sure both
ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measm'e
the distance from the water wdve on the back of the
refl'igerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8'
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 tm'ns of about 10"
[25 cm] diameter) to allow the refl'igerator to move
()tit fFoll/ the wall after installation.
GE SmartConnect _'_Refrigerator Tubing Kits are
awfilable in the 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 the kit wm select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)
as described above.
NOTE: The tufty GE approved plastic tubing is that
suppfied in GE SmartConnect _" Refrigerator Tubing
kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line
because the line is under pressure at all thnes. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and
cause water damage to your home.
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Installation Instructions
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra
cost fl'om wmr dealer or fron_ Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
•A cold water supply. The water pressm'e must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).
•Power drill.
• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight mad Phillips blade screwdriver.
• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper tubing
to the shutoffwflve and the refl'igerator water wflve.
OR
•If wm are using a GE SmartConnect '_ Refrigerator
Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled
to the tubing.
• If wmr existing COl)per water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (available at
phunbing supply stores) to connect the water line to
the refl'igerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting
with a tube cutter and then use a compression
fitting. Do not ctlt formed end ti'om (;E
SmartCmmect _'' Refrigerator tubing.
•Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff wflve should have a water inlet with a
nfilfim Uln inside dialneter of 5/32" at the point of
COlmection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
shutoff wflves are included in umny water supply kits.
Before i)urchasing, make sure a saddle-type wflve
complies with wmr local phunbing codes.
Install the shutoff xalxe on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.
[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest fimcet hmg enom,h_ to clear
the line of water.
[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location fi_r the wflve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of
a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to
connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the
connection to the top or side, rather than at the
bottom, to awfid drawing off any sediment fl'om
the water pipe.
[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (exen if using
a self:piercing xalve) using a sharp bit. Remoxe anx
btu'_ resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe.
Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill,
Failure to drill a 1 " may
/4 hole ,result in reduced
ice production or smaller cubes.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutotI _al_e to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.
PipeClamF
Saddle-Type--
ShutoffValve -- VerticalCold
WaterPipe
NOTE: (_ommonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wflves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed plumber.
[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not oxertighten or you ma _,crash the
tubing
Washer
PipeClamp_ _lnlet End
ClampScrew_ )
[] ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and
the refl'igerator.
Route tile tubing through a hole drilled in the wall
or floor (behind the refl'igerator or ac!jacent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to
move out from the wall alter installation.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrtfle (sleexe)
for copper tubing onto tile end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutott xalxe.
Make sure the tubing is flfllv inserted into the
valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.
For plastic tubing fi'om a GE SmartConnect _''
Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end
of the tubing into the shutoff wflve and tighten
compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening
Ill'IV CatlSe leaks.
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve ,&
3ression
Nut
SmartConnect_
Tubing
Packing Nut.
Outlet Valve_ --Ferrule (sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with w)ur licensed plumber.
[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on and flush out the
tubing until the water is clear,
Shut the water off at the water wflve alter about
one quart (l liter) of water has been flushed
through the tubing.
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Installation Instructions
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
•Before making tile connection to tile refrigerator,
be sure tile refrigerator, power cord is not I)lugged,,
into the wall outlet.
• _4_ recommend installing a water filter if w)ur
water sui)ply has sand or particles that could clog
the screen of the refrigerator's water valve. Install
it in tile water line near tile refligerator. If using
GE SmartConnect ''_Reti'igerator Tubing kit,
you will need an additional tube (_._3X08X10002)
to connect tile filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
Rell/oxe tile access co'_er.
Remove tile plastic flexible cap from tile water
xalxe (refrigerator connection).
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Place tile compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown, On GE
SmartConnect ''_ Refl'igerator Tubing kit,
tile nuts are ah'eadv assembled to tile tubing.
]nse_x tile end of tile tubing into tile water valve
connection as tar as possible. While holding tile
tubing, tighten tile fitting.
For plastic tubing ti'om a GE Slnart(_onnect ''_
Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end
of the tubing into the shutoff wdve and tighten
compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then
tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening mav cause leaks.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp provided to
hold it in a xertical position. You may need to
pr) open tile clamp.
One of the illustrations below will look like the
cmmection on your refrigerator.
Icemaker Models withoutWater Dispenser
1/4"Tubing
SmartC
Tubing
Water DispenserModels
TubingClamp-..
1/4" CompressionNut,
[sleeve)
- Refrigerator
Connection
1/4"Tubin
Refrigerator SmartConnect_Tubing
[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
Reattach tile access coxer.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not xibrate
against the back of the refrigerator or against the
wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
START THE ICEMAKER
Power switch models -Set the icemaker power
switch to the I(on) position. The icelnaker will
not begin to operate until it reaches its operating
temperatm'e of 15°F (-9°C) or below. It will then
begin operation automaticallv if the icemaker
power switch is in the I (On)p()sition, and the
green light will come on.
Power
Switch Icemaker
Light Powerswitch model
START THE ICEMAKER (CONT.)
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 (l 5 F) (-9 C) or below. It will begin operation
automatically if the icemaker teeler arm is in the
ON (down) position.
_Arm in the
STOP(up)pos¢on
FeelerArmin theON
(down)position
Feelerarm model
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the
water xalxe may turn on ul) to 3 times to delixer
enouoh water to the icemaker.
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT NOTES
When re\'e_ing the door swing:
• Read the instructions all the way through befl)re
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 surthce tin" the doors.
IMPORTANT: Once wm begin, do not move the
cabinet tmtil doo>swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are for changing the hinges fl'om
the right side to the left side--if you ever want to
change the hinges back to the right side, follow these
same instructions and reverse all reterences to lett
and right.
Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet,
Empty all door shelves, indudhlg the dairy
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillipsscrewdriver
Puttyknifeor
thin-bladescrewdriver
5/16" Headsocketdriver
3/4" Headsocketdriver
(a6-pointsocketis
recommended)
Maskingtape

Installation Instructions
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
Tape the door shut with maskino, _ tape.
I_.emoxe the hinge_ coxer on top of the freezer door
(on some models).
Remoxe the two screws, then lift the hinoe_ strmght"
up to free the hinoea _oin from the socket in the top
of the door.
Tape the door shut with masking tape.
Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the
cabinet. I,ifl it off the center hinge pin.
Set the door on a non-scratching sm'tace with
the inside up.
[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR
DOOR
Tape the door shut with maskino, _tape.
Remoxe the center hinge, I)in with a3/4" socket.
Hinge Pin
Remo_e the tape and tilt the door away fl'om the
cabinet, i,ifl the door straight off the bottom hinge
bracket,
Set the door on anon-scratching sm'face, with the
inside up.
CAUTION: Do not let door drop to the floor.
To do so could (]_lii/_loe_the door stop.
[] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO
THE LEFT
Interchange hinge and screws at top right with
screws at the top left of cabinet.
Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time.
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Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE
BRACKET TO THE LEFT
Remove the base grille by pulling it straight out.
Using a socket drive_; move the bottom hinge
bracket fl'om the right side to the left side.
NOTE: If the washer is not on the hinge bracket,
check to see if it is stuck to the bottom of the door,
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[] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE
BRACKET TO THE LEFT
Remoxe the center hinge bracket b) removing
the three screws.
NOTE: Kee I) these screws with the hinge bracket.
They are long screws and will be used when
installing the hinge on the other side.
You will need to relnove the colo>matched cap
fl'om the screw head befl_re wm can remove the
screw. Use the edge of a thin fiat blade to gently pry
the caps ott the screw heads. (A putty knife works
well tbr this.) Cover the blade with tape to prevent
scratching the paint.
Remove the mullion cover fl'om the lett side using
the thin fiat blade. Assemble it to the right side.
Remove the screw fl'om the center lett side of the
cabinet. Screw it into the holes on the right side.
Place the center hinge bracket over the holes at the
center lett side of the cabinet. Insert and tighten the
three long screws.
Replace the cap by snapping it over the screw with
VO//I" linger.
[] TRANSFER DOOR STOPS
On each door, moxe the metal door stop from the
right to the lett.
Moxe any screws from the lett to the eight.
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