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Refrigerators
Top-Freezer
197D8622P005 49-60691 03-13 GE
Safety Instructions..........2,3
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker................5
Care and Cleaning .................6
EnergySmartModels...............3
Shelves............................4
Storage Drawers ................4,5
TemperatureControls..............4
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
theRefrigerator....................7
Reversing the Door Swing .....11–14
WaterLineInstallation .........8–10
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service ......16, 17
Normal Operating Sounds ........16
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ...... Back Cover
Notes.........................18-21
Warranty for
Canadian Customers .............18
Warranty for U.S. Customers......22
Réfrigérateurs
Congélateur supérieur
Refrigeradores
Congelador superior
Manuel d’utilisation
et d’installation Manual del propietario
e instalación
La section française commence à la page 23 La sección en español empieza en la página 45
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #__________________________
Serial # __________________________
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the upper left side of the fresh food
compartment.
Models 16,17,18
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Refrigerators
Top-Freezer
Mesures de sécurité . . . . . . 23–24
Instructions de
fonctionnement
Bacs de rangement ...........26,27
Clayettes .....................25,26
Energy Smart Models . . . . . . . . . 24
Commandes de
la température...................25
Entretien et nettoyage. . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Machine à glaçons
automatique .....................27
Instructions d’installation
Installation de la
conduite d’eau ................30–33
Inversion de
l’ouverture des portes . . . . . . . . .34–38
Préparation à l’installation
duréfrigérateur..................29
En cas de panne
Avant d’appeler
un réparateur. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 42
Bruits normaux
de fonctionnement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Soutien au consommateur
Garantie .........................43
Soutien au consommateur . . . . . . . 44
Información de seguridad 45–46
Instrucciones de operación
Control .......................... 47
Cuidado y limpieza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
EnergySmartModels............. 48
Estantes ......................47,48
Gavetas de
almacenamiento ..............48,49
Máquina de
hielos automática . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Instrucciones para la
instalación
Cómo invertir el
vaivéndelapuerta............57–58
Instalación de la
tubería del agua ..............52–56
Preparación para
instalar el refrigerador. . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Consejos para la solución
de problemas
Antes de solicitar
unservicio....................60,61
Sonidos normales
deoperación..................... 60
Soporte al consumidor
Garantía ........................ 62
Soporte al consumidor . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Escriba aquí el modelo y el número
de serie:
Modelo # ________________________
Serie # __________________________
Encuentre estos números en la etiqueta
en el lado izquierdo de la parte superior
del compartimiento del refrigerador.
Écrivez ici le numéro de modèle et le
numéro de série :
Modèle # ________________________
Série # __________________________
Vous les trouvez sur une étiquette
dans le coin supérieur gauche du
compartiment réfrigérateur.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
This refrigerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
Do not attempt to or allow children to climb, stand
or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. They
could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure
themselves.
Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
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vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid
contact with the moving parts of the ejector
mechanism, or with the heating element located on
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hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while
the refrigerator
is plugged in.
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between the doors and between the doors and
cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors
when children are in the area.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making
repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be
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Turning the control to the OFF position does not
remove power to the light circuit.
Do not refreeze frozen foods which have
thawed completely.
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the
refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid
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bulb may break when being replaced.)
Do not allow children to play with refrigerator or
tamper with controls.
DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
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the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
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If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please
follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer:
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Leave the shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
If the refrigerator has a lock make it unusable.
Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which
under federal law must be removed prior to product
disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration
product, check with the company handling the disposal
about what to do.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. GEAppliances.com
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For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a
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possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
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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 refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage, wattage
and frequency that match the rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
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the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have
become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a
cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its
length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be
careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of
an extension cord.
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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About Energy Smart™ Models
What Energy Smart™ Does
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Module) is connected to your refrigerator
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performance of the refrigerator. It minimizes
energy consumption when directed by the
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feature can cause changes in the refrigerator
or freezer compartment temperatures
and can cause changes in rate of ice cube
production.
Energy Smart™ Override
Press and hold the Energy Smart™ button
for 3 seconds to override the Energy Smart™
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feature. This will prevent the feature from
altering the performance of your refrigerator
for 18 hours. During this 18 hour period, the
LED will remain OFF. Eighteen hours after
the feature has been disabled, the Energy
Smart™ feature will return to its normal
operating routine.
Energy SmartTM Switch
Models with the EnergySmart ™ feature
have an additional button and LED light on
the controls as shown. The LED will be ON
during high rate periods and OFF during low
or normal rate periods. The button is used
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About the temperature control dial.
About the freezer compartment shelves.
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To remove the step shelf:
Lift left side of shelf slightly.
Move shelf to the left to free its right ends
from holes in the cabinet wall.
Lower right side of shelf, move shelf to the
right and take it out.
To replace the step shelf:
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shelf into holes in cabinet wall. Lift left side of shelf slightly, swing shelf up, ¿WULJKWHQGVRIVKHOILQWRKROHVLQFDELQHW
wall, and lower shelf into place.
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About the fresh food compartment shelves.
Full-Width Shelves
Some models have a stationary tempered glass
shelf, a spillproof shelf or two steel wire stationary
shelves. These shelves can be moved to another
place in the fresh food compartment.
When placed correctly on the shelf supports, the
shelf will stop before coming completely out of
the refrigerator and will not tilt when you place
food on it or remove food from it.
Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.
Half-Width Shelves
One end of the shelf rests on a molded side-wall
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track on the rear cabinet wall.
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support and out of the track.
To replace, select desired shelf height. With shelf front
raised slightly, hook the bracket’s top lug into the track,
then lower the shelf onto the support.
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shelf to the left is designed to hook into the left-
hand slot.
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Spillproof shelves have special edges
to help prevent spills from dripping
to lower shelves. To remove or replace
the shelves, see the above instructions.
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to the refrigerator.
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The temperature control dial adjust refrigerator from warmest to coldest.
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About storage drawer and cover removal.
Not all features are on all models.
Twin Drawer Shelf
To remove:
Remove the drawers.
Reach in, push the front of glass cover up,
and at the same time, pull it forward as far
as it will come.
Tilt it and take it out. Avoid cleaning the cold
glass cover with hot water because the extreme
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the glass cover before you take out the
drawer frame.)
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back, pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.
To replace:
Lower the frame until it rests on the
supports at each side and back.
Replace the glass cover, pushing its rear
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gently lowering the front into place.
Replace the drawers.
Drawer and Cover Removal
Drawers can be removed easily by grasping
the sides and lifting up slightly while pulling
drawers past the stop location.
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pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.
Adjustable Humidity Drawer RQVRPHPRGHOV
Slide the control all the way to the
HIGH setting to provide high humidity
recommended for most vegetables.
Slide the control all the way to the LOW
setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits.
The snacks drawer can be
moved to the most useful
location for your family’s
needs.
Snacks Drawer
Not all features are on all models.
About the storage drawers. GEAppliances.com
Fruit and Vegetable Drawers
Excess water that may
accumulate in the bottom of the
drawers should be emptied and
the drawers wiped dry.
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The icemaker will produce approximately
70-100 cubes. in a 24-hour period, depending
on the freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and other
use conditions.
If the refrigerator is operated before the water
connection is made to the icemaker, set the
switch OFF or move the feeler arm to the STOP
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15°F. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to
24 hours to begin making ice cubes.
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temperature settings and number of door openings.
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the water line to clear.
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feeler arm.
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icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be joined
together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will
become cloudy, taste stale, shrink or fuse together.
Icemaker accessory kit:
If your refrigerator did not already come equipped
with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker
accessory kit is available at extra cost.
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
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cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with a soft 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.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet
towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint.
Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or
cleaners containing bleach because these products can
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The stainless steel doors and door handles RQVRPH
models) can be cleaned with a commercially available
stainless steel cleaner. Cleaners with oxalic acid such as
Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove rust, tarnish
and small blemishes. Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit
and rub in the direction of the brush lines with a damp soft
sponge. Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless
steel.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in
the fresh food and freezer compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge
or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.
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This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of
petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. This
helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of
shape.
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may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves carefully.
Bumping tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the
dishwasher.
Condenser
There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal
home operating environments. However, in environments
that may be particularly dusty
or greasy, the condenser should
be cleaned periodically for
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To clean the condenser, turn
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OFF. Sweep away or vacuum up dust.
For best results, use a brush specially designed for this
purpose. It is available at most appliance parts stores.
Moving the Refrigerator
Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from
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particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed
surfaces.
Turn the leveling legs at each front corner of the refrigerator
counterclockwise until the rollers support
the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it
to position by pushing it straight in. Moving
the refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to
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models).
After rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the
legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the
refrigerator.
Light Bulb Replacement
To replace a burned-out bulb, unplug the refrigerator from
its electrical outlet, unscrew the bulb when cool and replace
it with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage.
Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove
power to
the light circuit.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug
the refrigerator. Move the temperature control dial to the
OFF position, and clean the interior with a baking soda
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switch to the OFF position on the power switch model, and
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prevent serious property damage
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Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by
taping them securely in place to prevent damage. Be sure
the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.
Cleaning the condenser coils.

Installation Instructions Models 16, 17, 18
7
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for
local inspector’s use.
•IMPORTANT – Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.
• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time – Refrigerator Installation
15 minutes
Reversing the Door Swing
1 hour
•Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
•Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will
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to maintain proper temperatures.
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loaded.
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections.
• Sides 3/4”19 mm)
• Top 1”25 mm)
• Back 2”50 mm)
CLEARANCES
Leveling legs near each front corner of the refrigerator
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prevent it from moving when the doors are opened.
Leveling legs should be set so the front of the refrigerator
is raised just enough that the doors close easily when
opened about halfway.
Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.
Rollers next to the leveling legs allow you to move the
refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.
Turn the legs counterclockwise until the weight of the
refrigerator is transferred from them to the rollers. After
rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legs
clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the
refrigerator.
ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS
If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A water supply kit
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instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer,
by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.comLQ&DQDGD
at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and Accessories,
1.800.661.1616.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on
some models)
If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca

8
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Copper or GE SmartConnect™Refrigerator Tubing kit,
1/4”outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the
water supply. If using copper, be sure both ends of the
tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8’ 
P%HVXUHWKHUHLVVXȻFLHQWH[WUDWXELQJDERXW’[2.4
m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10”[25 cm] diameter) to
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation.
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS)
Installation Instructions
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2,
WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of tubing
you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are GE
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WX08X10015 and WX08X10025).
When connecting your refrigerator to a GE Reverse
Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is
with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water systems,
follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these
instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.
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plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and
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to correct water hammer before installing the water
supply line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up
the water line to the hot water line.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water
line, make sure the switch is set to OFF or the feeler arm
is in the STOPXSSRVLWLRQ
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures fall below freezing.
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during installation, be sure the device is double insulated
or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric
shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements.
1
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
GE SmartConnect™Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available
in the following lengths:
6’P²:;;
15’ P²:;;
25’P²:;;
Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8’PDV
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.
• A GE water supply kit FRQWDLQLQJWXELQJVKXWRȺYDOYH
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your dealer or from Parts and Accessories,
1.800.661.1616.
• A cold water supply. The water pressure must be
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• Power drill.
• 1/2”or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips
blade screwdriver.
• Two 1/4”outer diameter compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves)³WRFRQQHFW
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valve and the refrigerator water valve.
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to the tubing.
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at the end, you will need an adapterDYDLODEOHDW
plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the
refrigerator OR \RXFDQFXWRȺWKHÀDUHG¿WWLQJ
with a tube cutter and then use a compression
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Refrigerator tubing.
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minimum inside diameter of 5/32”at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
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Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve
complies with your local plumbing codes.

Installation Instructions
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1SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR
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enough to clear the line of water.
9
Choose a location for the valve 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 avoid
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Drill a 1/4”KROHLQWKHZDWHUSLSHHYHQLIXVLQJDVHOI
piercing valve), using a sharp bit. Remove any burrs
resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe. Take care
not to allow water to drain into the drill. Failure to
drill a 1/4”hole may result in reduced ice production
or smaller cubes.
DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
2
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the pipe clamp.
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush the
tubing.
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
3
Washer
Inlet End
Clamp
Screw
Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
Saddle-Type
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Pipe Clamp
6FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
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the tubing.
5CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
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copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect
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Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve.
Tighten the compression nut securely.
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Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the
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nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one additional
turn with a wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
Saddle-Type
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Compression
Nut
SmartConnect™
Tubing
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4ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and the
refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or
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as close to the wall as possible.
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feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about 10”[25 cm]
diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from
the wall after installation.
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
1

Installation Instructions
10
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
1
ON OFF
7CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
•Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be
sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into
the wall outlet.
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supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen
of the refrigerator’s water valve. Install it in the water
line near the refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect™
Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will need an additional tube
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Remove the access cover.
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cap from the water valve
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the end of the tubing as shown. On GE SmartConnect™
Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled
to the tubing.
Insert the end of the tubing into the water valve
connection as far as possible. While holding the tubing,
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Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the
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nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one additional
turn with a wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.
Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to hold it in a
vertical position. You may need to pry open the clamp.
8TURN THE WATER
ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections
that leak.
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SmartConnect™
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9PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate
against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall.
Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
Reattach the access cover.
On slide switch models, set the icemaker power
switch to the 0N position. On feeler arm models,
move the feeler arm to the ONGRZQSRVLWLRQ7KH
icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its
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It will then begin operation automatically.
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water
valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver enough
water to the icemaker.
START THE ICEMAKER
Power
switch
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11
Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
2
When reversing the door swing:
• Read the instructions all the way through before starting.
• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using
them in the wrong places.
• Provide a non-scratching work surface for
the doors.
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet
until door-swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are for changing the hinges from
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the hinges back to the right side, follow these same
instructions and reverse all references to left and right.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Phillips screwdriver
TOOLS REQUIRED
Masking tape
T20 or T25 Torxdriver
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models)
5/16”hex-head
socket driver
5/16”open-end
wrench
Putty knife or thin-
blade screwdriver
2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape.
2.2 With a 5/16”hex-head socket driver, remove the
screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet.
REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
2
2.3 Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin
from the socket in the top of the door and set it
aside, along with its screws.
2.6 Transfer the 2 screws from the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the top
hinge removal.
2.5 Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the
outside up.
2.4 Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the
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Top Hinge
1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
1.2 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
compartment.
CAUTION: 'RQRWOHWHLWKHUGRRUGURSWRWKHÀRRU7R
do so could damage the door stop.
BEFORE YOU START
1

Installation Instructions
3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape.
REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR
3
3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching surface.
3.3 Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the
cabinet. Lift the door from the pin in the bottom
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bottom, put it back on the hinge.)
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 to the cabinet. Lift the
center hinge to free its pin from the socket in the
top of the door, and set hinge and screws aside.
Be careful not to lose the center hinge spacer and
washer.
3.7 Take one of the screws removed in step 2 and start
it in the outermost screw hole on the opposite side.
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under the screw head for thickness of the bracket.
12
REVERSING THE HARDWARE
4
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
2
3.5 Transfer the two screws from the opposite side of the
cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the center hinge
removal.
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opposite side.
3
REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.)
4.1 Move the bottom hinge bracket and plastic washer from
the right side to the left side.
Plastic
Washer
Hinge
Bracket
Switch the hinge pin to the
opposite side of the bracket.

Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES
5
5.1.2 Remove the handle.
Top
4.2 Interchange hinge and screws at top right with
screws at top left of cabinet. Do not tighten screws on
hinge side at this time.
NOTES:
• Some hinges have four holes. Which holes you use
for installing the hinge depends on which side you
install the hinge.
• The outer edge of the hinge should be parallel to
the edge of the case for correct installation.
Installing the hinge
on the left. Installing the hinge
on the right.
5.1.3 Remove plug button from the top hinge hole on the
left side of the door and insert it into the hole on the
opposite side that was vacated by removal of the top
hinge.
Plug Button
Plug
13
5.1.4 Pull the plug button from the front of the door and
transfer it to the opposite side.
To reattach the
handle on the
opposite side.
Plug Button
5.3 Reinstall fresh food door handle
5.3.1 Attach the handle to the right side of the
door with screws at the top
and under the handle plug.
5.3.2 Reinstall the handle plug.
REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.)
5
REVERSING THE HARDWARE (CONT.)
4
5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle
5.1.1 Remove the handle plug using a tape-tipped
putty knife under the edge, and remove the
screw underneath. Remove the two screws
holding the handle to the top of the door.
5.2 Transfer door stop
5.2.1 Move the plastic door stop and screws from
the right side to the left side.
Plastic Door Stop
Left Side
Right Side
Metal Door Stop
Left Side Right Side
5.2.2 Move the metal door stop from the right
side to the left side and transfer the screw
to the opposite side of the door.

6.1.2 Insert the pin on the center hinge into the socket in the
top of the door. Place the spacer, then the washer, on
the hinge pin.
NOTE: The center hinge must
be turned over as shown when
mounted on the left side.
Installation Instructions
5.4.3 Remove the screw from the
right top edge of the door
and insert it into the handle
screw hole on the left side.
5.4.4 Transfer the door stop as shown in preceding
section 5.2.
5.4.5 Attach the handle to the
right edge of the door with
screws at top and bottom,
using bottom holes vacated
by removal of the door stop
screws.
TOP
BOTTOM
Top
Bottom
5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle
5.4.1 Remove the screw
holding the handle
to the top of the
door and the two
screws holding the
handle to the bottom
of the door.
5.4.2 Remove the handle.
14
Plastic Washer
and Spacer
Hinge Pin
6.2 Re-hang the freezer door
6.2.1 Lower the freezer door
onto the center
hinge pin. Be sure
the washer and
spacer are in place
on the pin.
RE-HANGING THE DOORS (CONT.)
6
Center Hinge
Pin
Plastic Washer
and Spacer
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
2
6.1.3 Tilt the door toward the cabinet. As the door is brought
into position, slide the hinge under the head of the screw
which earlier had been partly driven into the outermost
hole. Insert the remaining screw, then tighten both
screws securely.
6.1 Re-hang the fresh food door
6.1.1 Lower the fresh food door onto the
bottom hinge pin. Be sure the washer
is in place on the pin.
RE-HANGING THE DOORS
6
Plastic
Washer
Hinge
Bracket
6.2.2 Tilt the door toward the cabinet, lifting the top hinge so
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6.2.3. Make sure the door is slightly above the top of the
cabinet and the gap between the doors is even
across the front. Tighten the top hinge screws. Do not
overtighten these screws–tighten them until they are
just snug, then turn them another one-half turn.
REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.)
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Installation Instructions
LABEL
NOTE: The ACM can be placed on top, back, or side of refrigerator. ACM can also be
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See ACM manual for further ACM installation details.
PLACE ACM
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CONNECTING ENERGY SMART APPLIANCE
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REMOVE LABEL OVER INTERCONNECT CABLE CONNECTOR ON ACCESS COVER
1
REMOVE WHEN
CONNECTING TO ACM
2.1 Locate interconnect cable.
This accessory is part of ACM
kit.
2.2 Plug interconnect cable into
connector on access cover as
shown.
2.3 Plug opposite end of
interconnect cable into ACM.
2.4 Refer to ACM kit instructions
to connect ACM to NucleusTM
energy manager or Smart Meter
CONNECT APPLIANCE TO ACM
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compressor may run
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your old refrigerator and
you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound
while it is operating.
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You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
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plugged in, when the doors are opened
frequently or when
a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer
compartments. The fans are helping to maintain the correct
temperatures.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and CHIRPS
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defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
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may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
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make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
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equalization.
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
For additional information on normal
icemaker operating sounds, see the
About the automatic icemaker section.
Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
operate Temperature control dial • Move the temperature control dial to a temperature
in OFF position. setting.
Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit • Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.
Energy Smart™ feature is • Wait about 2 hours for normal operation to continue
altering refrigerator performance
Vibration or rattling (slight Roller screws or leveling legs • See Rollers and Leveling Legs.
vibration is normal) need adjusting.
Fresh food or freezer Temperature control dial • See About the temperature control dial.
compartment too warm not set cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent • Set the temperature control dial one step colder.
door openings. See About the temperature control dial.
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
Package blocking air duct in • Check to see if package is blocking air duct in freezer
freezer compartment. compartment.
Energy Smart™ feature is • See About Energy Smart™ Models
altering refrigerator performance

Troubleshooting Tips
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
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Often occurs when large • This is normal.
amounts of food are
placed in refrigerator.
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
Hot weather or frequent • This is normal.
door openings.
Temperature control dial • See About the temperature control dial.
set at the coldest setting.
Grille and condenser • See Care and cleaning.
need cleaning.
Frost or ice crystals Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
on frozen food Too frequent or too long
(frost within package door openings.
is normal)
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or on the power switch model, move the switch to the ON position
does not work :DWHUVXSSO\WXUQHGRȹRU • See Installing the water line.
(on some models) not connected.
Freezer compartment • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely
too warm. cool down.
Piled up cubes in the storage • Level cubes by hand.
bin cause the icemaker
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supply to the refrigerator has power switch to the OFF position. Keeping it on will damage.
not been connected. the water valve.
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refrigerator to water line may
be clogged.
Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
Temperature control dial • See About the temperature control dial.
not set cold enough.
Energy SmartTM feature is • See About Energy SmartTM Models..
altering refrigerator performance
Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
odor/taste Food transmitting odor/taste • Wrap foods well.
to ice cubes.
Interior of refrigerator • See Care and cleaning.
needs cleaning.
Moisture forms on Not unusual during • Wipe surface dry and reset temperature control dial
cabinet surface periods of high humidity. one setting colder.
between the doors
Moisture collects inside (in Too frequent or too
humid weather, air carries long door openings.
moisture into refrigerator
when doors are opened)
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replace every three months.
Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning.
Motor operates for
long periods or cycles
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(Modern refrigerators
with more storage space
and a larger space and
a larger freezer require
more operating time.
They start and stop
often to maintain even
temperatures.)
Before you call for service…
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