GE Monogram Refrigerator User manual

Owner's
Manual
Bottom-Freezer
Built-In Refrigerators
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Consumer Information
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Introduction Your new Monogram refrigerator makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen
planning flexibility. Whether you chose it for its purity of design, practical storage arrangements
or assiduous attention to detail-or for all of these reasons-you'll find that your Monogram
refrigerator's superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come.
The Monogram refrigerator was designed to prmdde the flexibility to blend in with your kitchen
cabinetry. Decorative door insert panels allow it to match your kitchen cabinets or blend with
your kitchen decon
Since the Monogram refrigerator is a built-in product, custom panels are required on the
front of the Monogram refrigerator: Consult your kitchen designer or cabinetmaker for your
customized look.
The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your refrigerator
properly.
If you have any other questions, visit our Website at: www.monogram.eom
Contents Consumer Services
Important Phone Numhers ................ 19
Model and Serial Numbers ................. 3
Performance Dam Sheet .................. 17
Problem Solver ....................... 15, 16
Product Registradon ...................... 3
Safety Instructions ...................... 4-7
State of Calitbrnia
Water Treatment Dmdce Certificate ......... 18
Warranty ........................ Back Cover
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning--Outside and Inside ............. 13
Condenser .............................. 13
Light Bulb Replacement .................. 14
Vacation ................................ 14
Operating Instructions
Automatic lcemaker ...................... 10
Master Light Switch ....................... 9
Shelves ................................. 12
Storage Pans ............................ 11
Temperature Controls ..................... 8
Water Filter Cartridge ..................... 9
Before
using
your
refrigerator
Read this manual carefully. It is intended to
help you operate and maintain your new
refrigerator properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
lfyou don't understand something or need
more help, tbere is a list of toll-flee consumer
service numbers included in the back section
of this manual.
OR
Visit our Website at: www.monogram.com

Write
down the
model &
serial
numbers
You'll see them on a label inside the flesh food
compartment under tile storage drawers on tile
right side.
These numbers are also on the Consumer
Product Ownership Registration Card included
with this manual.
Before sending in this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or
service calls concerning your refrigerator:
If you _ceived
a damaged
refrigerator
Immediately con_ct the dealer (or builder)
that sold you the refrigerator:
Save time
& money Before you request smwice, check the Problem
Solver in tile back of this manual. It lists causes of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
If you
need
service
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services
page in the back of this manual.
We're proud of our service and want you m be
pleased. If for some reason you are not happy
with tile service you receive, here are steps to
follow for thrther help.
For customers in the USA:
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In
most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details-including your phone number-to:
Managm; Customer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY40225
For customers in Canada:
FIRST, contact the people who sen,iced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In
most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details-including your phone number to:
Managm; Consumer Relations
Camco Inc.
1Factory Lane, Suite 310
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3
3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING-When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions, including the
following:
*Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner's
Manual.
*This refrigerator must be properly installed
in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
* Do not 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 adhere to these extremely cold
surtaces.
* Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
•In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with moving parts of the ejector
mechanism, or with the heating element
located on the bottom of tile icemakm: Do
not place fingers or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator
is plugged in.
•Keep fingers out of the "pinch point" areas:
clearances between the doors and between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be caref_ll closing doors when children are
in the area.
• Unplug your refrigerator before deaning
and making repairs. NOTE: We strongly
recommend that any servicing be performed
by a qualified individual.
•Before replacing a burned-out light bulb,
set the Master Light s_dtch in the OFF
position to turn off the lights in order to
avoid contact with a live wire filament.
(A burned-out light bulb may break when
being replaced.) NOTE: Setting the
refrigerator temperature controls to OFF
does not remove power to the light circuit.
• Do not refreeze frozen foods which have
thawed completely.
DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators are still dangerous...even if they
will sit for 'lust a few days." 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:
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children
may not easily climb inside.
CFC DISPOSAL
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling
system that used CFCs (chloroiluorocarbons).
CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone.
Ifyou are throwing away your old refrigerator,
make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed tor
proper disposal by a qualified servicen If you
intentionally release this CFC refrigerant you
can be subject to fines and imprisonment
under provisions of environmental legislation.

LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS
AVERTISSEMENT :Lorsque vous
utilisez le rg_fi'igg_ratem; observez toujours
certaines precautions de base, notamment :
*N'utilisez le r6frig6rateur que pour son usage
pr6vu, comme d_crit dans le present manuel.
• InstaUez le r6frig6rateur conform6ment aux
directives d'installation avant de l'utiliser.
*Ne laissez pas les enfants grimper, s'asseoir,
se tenir debout ni se pendre aux clayettes du
r6frig6rateur. Ils pourraient endommager le
rdfrig6rateur et se blesser gravement.
* Une fois le r6frig6rateur en marche, ne
touchez pas les surfaces froides du
cong61ateur, surtout si vous avez les mains
humides ou mouill6es :la peau risque
d'adh6rer _ ces surfaces tr6s fi'oides.
•N'entreposez et n'utilisez pas d'essence ou
autres vapeurs et liquides inflammables _t
proximit6 de cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil 61ectrom6nager.
* Pour les r_frig_rateurs dot_s d'une machine
it gla_:ons automatique, _vitez le contact avec
les pi_ces mobiles du m_canisme djectetu,
ou avec l'_l_ment chauf[hnt situ_ _tla partie
infi}rieure de la machine 'a glagons. Ne posez
pas les doigts ou les mains sur le m_canisme
de la machine _tglagons pendant que le
r_frig_rateur est branch(_.
• FAoignez les doigts des parties du
rdfrigdrateur o/_ Fon peut fac'dement se
pincer : les espaces entre les portes et entre
les portes et les placards sont toujours dtroits.
Soyez prudent lolsque vous fermez les portes
de l'appareil en prdsence des entants.
• D_branchez votre r_frig_rateur avant
de le nettoyer et de le r_parer.
REMARQUE :Nous vous recommandons
vivement de confier route r_paration 'a tin
technicien qualifi&
• Avant de remplacer une ampoule grill_e,
mettez le commutateur de lumi_re principale
en position OFF (arr_t) pour _teindre la
lumi_re afin d'dviter tout contact avec un
fil sous tension. (Une ampoule grill_e
peut se briser pendant l'op_ration).
REMARQUE :Lorsque vous placez les
commandes de temperature du r_frig_rateur
sur OFF (arr&t), l'alimentation _lectrique
de l'ampoule n'est pas couple.
•Ne fares PAS reeongeler des aliments
surgel_s qui ont compl_tement d_gel_.
Ik DANGER: RISQUES POUR LES ENFANTS
Les enfhnts pris au pi_ge ou morts d'asphyxie
sont tot_ours d'actualitd. Les appareils de
r4frig_ration abandon4s sont tot!jours aussi
dangereux, m4me si on n'attend que "quelque
jours" pour s'en d4barasser. Si vous ne gardez
pas votre ancien appareil, veuillez suivre les
directives ci-dessous afin de pr4venir les
accidents.
Avant de vous d_barasser de votre vieux
appareil de r_frig_ration :
* D_montez les portes.
*Laissez les clayettes en place afin d'emp_cher
les enfants de grimper _ l'int_riem:
SE DEBARRASSER DU CFC
Votre ancien r&frigg_rateur petit avoir tin
syst_me de refroidissement qui a utilis& les CFC
(chlorofluorocarbones). Les CFCs sontjug&s
noci[g pour Fozone stratosph&ique.
Si vous ddbarrassez de votre viel appareil de
rdfrigdrafion, assurez-vous que le frigorig&ne
avec CFC soit enlevd correctement par tin
technicien qualifi& Si vous libdrez
intentionnellement ce fi'igog&ne avec CFC
vouz pouvez &tre soumis aux contraventions
et _tl'emprisonnement apr&s les stipulations
des lois sur l'environment. 5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
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 this appliance is equipped
with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall
outlet to minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
Have the ,_-alloutlet and circuit checked by a
qualified 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 m have it replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Use of a GFI (Ground Fault Interruptor) is not
recommended for the refrigerator outlet.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into
its own individual electrical outlet which has a
voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
This proxddes the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits
which could cause a fire hazard from
overheated wires.
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO
CONNECT THE REFRIGERATOR TO A
2-PRONG OUTLET.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD
WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on
the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and
pull straight out from 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 tile
wall, be careflll not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
Refer to the Installation Instructions for
particular electrical system specifications
for this refrigeraton
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

RA CCORDEMENT JELECTRIQUE
Ne coupez ni retirez en aucun cas la troisi_me
broche (mise _la terre) de la fiche du cordon
d'alimentation. Pour votre s_curlt_, cet
appareil doit _tre correctement mis 5.la terre.
Le cordon d'alimentation de cet appareil est
muni d'une fche fi 3 broches (mise fi la terre)
qui se branche dans une prise mural ordinaire
3 alv4oles (mise _ la terre) pour r4duire au
minimum les risques du chocs 41ectriques.
Faites examiner la prise de courant et le circuit
par un _lectricien qualifi(_ pour vous assurer
que la prise est correctement mise fi la terre.
Si la prise murale est du type standard fi 2
alv_oles, il vous incombe de la faire remplacer
par une prise _t3 alv_oles correctement mise
la rerre.
L'utilisation d'un interrupteur de ddfaut _tla
terre (GFI-Ground Fault lmerruptor) n'est pas
recommand_ pour la prise de courant du
r_frig_rareuE
Le r_fi'ig&'ateur doit mujours _tre branch_
dans sa propre prise de courant, dont la tension
nominale est identique _tcelle indiqu_e stir la
plaque signal_tique.
Cette precaution est recommand4e pour
garantir tin rendement optimum et dviter
une surcharge des circuits 4lectriques de la
r4sidence, ce qui pourrait cr4er un risque
d'incendie par surschaufti? des ills.
N'UTILISEZ PAtS UNE FICHE
D'ADAPTATION POUR RACCORDER
LE REFRIGI_RATEUR DANS UNE PRISE
MURALE A2 ALVEOLES.
N'UTILISEZ PAS DE CORDONS
PROLONGATEURS AVEC CET APPAREIL.
Ne d4branchezjamais l'appareil en tirant le
cordon d'alimentation. Saisissez fermement
la fiche du cordon et tirez droit pour la retirer
de la prise.
Rdparez ou remplacez immddiatement tout
cordon effilochd ou endommag& N'urilisez
pas tin cordon fizndilld ou prdsentant des
signes d'usure.
Lorsque vous ddplacez l'appareil du mm; fakes
attention de ne pas la faire fouler stir le cordon
d'alimentation afin de ne pas l'endommageE
Voyez les Instructions d'Installation pour
les specifications particuliers du syst&me
d'dldctrique de cet appareil.
CONSERVEZ CES
DIRECTIVES
7

Operating instructions
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
7 mperature
controls
(0k Preset Settings
Allow 24 hours to reach these preset temperatures.
The temperature display shows the actual
temperature of the freezer and fresh food
compartments. The actual temperature may
vary slightly from the set temperature based
on facrors such as frequency of door opening,
amount of food, defrost cycling and room
temperature.
To turn off the cooling system in both the
freezer and fresh food compartments, press
either + pad until both displays show 0FE
To turn the cooling system on, press either -
pad. The preset temperatures of 0°F and 37°F
will appear in the display.
To check the current temperature setting for
the fresh food or freezer compartment, press
rile + or - pad once. After 5 seconds, the
display will return ro the actual remperature.
To change the temperature settings, press the
+ or -pads. Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator
to reach the temperature you have set.
Temperature Ranges
Low High
Fresh Food 34°F1°C 45°F7°C
Freezer -6°F +6°F
_21°C _14°C
NOTE:Setting the controls to 0FFstops
cooling, but does not shut off electrical power
to the refiigerato_:
Changing
display
temperatures
from 5to °C
To change the temperature display between
Fahrenheit and Celsius, press the Temp
Display °C/°E
Door
alarm To turn the Door Alarm feature on, press
the pad once. The ]lCTll/Elight will come on.
To turn it off, press the pad again.
When the DOOR ALARM
is active, the alarm will flash
and beep if you keep the
door open for more than
2 minures. ((0'

Automatic icemaker (on some models)
Bottom Freezer Rejrigerator
Water filter
cartridge
The _ter filter cartridge is located behind the
grille panel at the top of the refrigerator. Lift up
the panel to access the cartridge.
When to Replace the Filter: WA'i'IERI_1L'i'-r.R
The filter cartridge is designed _ _"'_
to filter 500 gallons ofw-ater (lasting W)
approximately 12 months). It should
be replaced when the status light turns
red or if you notice tile ice cubes getting
hollow or small.
Installing the Filter Cartridge:
1 Raise tile grille panel at the top of the
refrigerator:
2Remove the old carn'idge by slowly turning
it to tile left. A small amount of w-ater may drip
down. Do not pull do'an on the cartridge.
3Fill the new cartridge with water from the
tap to allow tor better flow immediately after
installation.
4Line up the arrow on the cartridge with the
center of the holder: Do not push it up into
the holder.
5Slowly turn it to the right until dm cartridge
stops. It will rotate about 1/4 turn. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.
_Fod artn
C dge
iiatr_rd_ffer
Slowly turnittotheright
Donotovertighten
To Reset the Filter Status Light:
Press and hold the RESET pad for 3 seconds.
Filter Bypass Plug:
You must use the filter bypass plug:
a) ifyou have a household reverse osmosis water
system
b) ifa replacement filter is not available.
The icemaker will not operate without the filter or
filter bypass plug installed.
Replacement Filters:
To order additional f'dters in the United States,
call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
GWF
Suggested Retail $34.95
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow
pages for the nearest Camco Service Centel:
Using
the Master
Light switch
This feature turns off the lights in the fresh
food and freezer compartments.
The switch is located behind the grille panel
at the top of the refrigerator. Lift tip the panel
to access the switch.
9

Automatic icemaker (on some models)
Bottom Freezer Rejrigerator
Automatic
icemaker
Anewly_'mstalledrefrigerator may take 12-24
hours to begin making ice.
The icemaker will produce seven cubes per
cycle-approximately 15 cycles in a 24-hour
period.
K the refrigerator is operated before rile water
connection is made m tile icemakm; set the
power swdtch to 0 (off).
When rile refrigerator has been connected to the
water supply, set tile power switch to I (on).
Throw away tile first full bucket of ice to allow the
water line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the
feeler arm.
When tile bin fills to tile level of the feeler arm,
the icemaker will stop producing ice.
PowerSwitch
It is normal for several cubes to be joined together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will
become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
If ice cubes get stuck in tile icemakm; set the
power switch to O (off) and remove the cubes. Set
the power switch to I (on) to restart the icemaker.
After the icemaker has been turned on again,
there will be a delay of about 45 minutes before
the icemaker resumes operations.
NOTE: In homes with lowwater pressure, you
may hear the icemaker water waivecycle on several
rimes when making one bawh of ice.
f0

Storage Pans
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Sealed snack
pans
The sealed snack pans retain high humidity
for the convenient storage of lunch meats and
cheese, hors d'oeuvres, spreads and snacks.
Make sure the pans are closed completely to
maintain the correct humidity level.
Adjustable
humidity
pans
These drawers have indMdual, adjustable
humidity controls that let you control tile
amount of cold air entering the drawers.
Make sure the drawers are closed completely to
maintain the correct humidity level.
Slide the control all the way to the High setting
and tile drawer provides higher humidity levels
recommended for most leafy vegetables.
Slide the control all the way to the Low setting
and tbe drawer provides lower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits.
Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers should be emptied
and tile drawers wiped dry.
Pan
removal To remove a pan, pull it out and lift the front
up and out of the wire holder. Lily the back
up and out.
To replace a pan, place the back of the pan in
the wire holdm; making sure the indentations at
the back of the pan fit into the back of the wire
holdm: Then lower the front of the pan into the
wire holdm: Press firmly on the top of the pan
until it snaps into place.
11

Shelves and Bins
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Adjustable
shelves in the
,fresh food
compartment
Tempered glass shelves in the fresh fbod
compartment enable you to make efficient shelf
arrangements to fit your family's food storage
needs.
To remove shelves: Tilt shelf up at front, then
lift it up and out of tracks on rear u-all of
refrigerator:
To replace shelves: Select desired shelf height.
With shelf front raised slightly, engage top lugs
in tracks at rear of cabinet. Then lower front of
shelf until it locks into position.
Removable
wine rack The wine rack is designed to hold a bottle on its
side and will fit on any shelf.
To relocate the wine rack: Pull the wine rack
straight out, position its lip over the right edge
of the shelf you want to suspend it fi'om and
push it all the way in.
Door
bins Some door bins are adjustable and can be moved up and down to meet your storage needs.
The deeper door bins must be placed at the
bottom of the doon
To remove: Lift the bin up and slide it
toward you.
Freezer
drawer with
basket
12
Inside the fi'eezer drawer is a wire slide-out
freezer basket.
This basket can be pushed back so items on the
bottom of the freezer drawer can be reached.
To remove the basket:
1 Open the freezer drawm:
2 Lift up the back of the basket, then slide the
basket back until it clears the fi'ont hooks.
Toremovebasket

Care and Cleaning
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Cleaning
outside The door handles and trim. Clean with a cloth dampened with soapy ,a-aten Dry with a soft
cloth.
Keep the outside dean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid dish
detergent. Dry 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
scratch and weaken the paint finish.
The stainless steel panels and door handles
(on some models) can be cleaned with a
commercially available stainless steel cleaner
such as Stainless Steel Magic7 M
Stainless Steel Mag,_ic is available at Ace, True
Value, Smwista_; HWI and other leading stores.
It is also available through GE Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002. Order part number
WX10X15.
Do not use appliance wax or polish on the
stainless steel.
Cleaning
inside To help prevent odors, leave an open box
of baking soda in the refrigerator 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.
Use warm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 liter) of watel: This both cleans
and neutralizes odors. Thoroughly rinse
and wipe dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator-including
door gaskets, meat and vegetable drawers,
ice storage bin and all plastic pares-can be
cleaned the same way. 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.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference
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.
Condense," There is no need for routine condenser
cleanings in normal home operating
environments. However, in environments that
may be particularly dusty or greasy, the
condenser should be cleaned annually
for efficient refrigerator operation.
To dean the condenser:
1Turn off the power at the circuit breaker
or fllse box. Wait about 30 minutes for the
condenser area to cool.
2Raise the grille panel at the top of the
refrigeratol:
3 Use a soft bristle brush to loosen dust and lint
on the condenser fins. Use a vacuum hose to
remove soil.
4 Lower the grille panel.
[I
Cleanthecondenserperiodicallywith abrush
5Reconnect power at the fuse box or
circuit breaken 13

Care and Cleaning
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Preparing
,for vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food
and shut off power to the refi'igerator at tile
fuse box or circuit breaken Clean tile interior
with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter)
of water. Leave the doors open.
For shorter vacations, remove perishable fbods
and leave controls at regular settings. Howevm;
if the room temperature is expected to drop
below 60°F (16°C), follow the same
instructions as for long vacations.
Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off)
position and shut offthe water supply to
tile refrigerator.
Light bulb
,_placement
in the
,fresh food
compartment
Turning the temperature control to OFF does not
remove power to the light circuit.
There are four light bulbs in the top of the
fresh food comparmmnt.
To replace the bulbs:
1 Set the Master Light switch in the OFF
position to turn off the lights. See Using the
Master Light switch.
2Remove the light shield by placing your
fingers in the openings at the back of the
shield. Then, pull the shield toward you and
swing the back of the shield down.
3Replace with the same size bulb (40 watt max.).
4 Reinstall the shield and reset the Master Light
switch to the ON position.
Light bulb
,_placement
in the,f*_ezer
compartment
To replace a bulb:
1 Set the Master Light switch in the OFF
position to turn off the lights. See Using the
Master Light switch.
2Remove the freezer light shield by remoxdng
the two screws with a Phillips screwdrivm:
3 Replace with the same size bulb (40 watt max.).
4 Reinstall the shield and reset the Master Light
switch to the ON position.
14

The Problem Solver
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Questions ?
Use this
problem
solver/
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
REFRIGERATOR
DOES NOT OPERATE
MOTOR OPERATES
FOR LONG PERIODS
OR CYCLES ON AND
OFF FREQUENTLY
(Modern refrigerators
with more storage
space and a larger
freezer require more
operating time. They
start and stop often
to maintain even
temperatures.)
VIBRATION OR
RATTLING
(Slight vibration
is normaL)
OPERATING
SOUNDS
DOOR NOT CLOSING
PROPERLY
FRESH FOOD
OR FREEZER
COMPARTMENT
TOO WARM
• May be in defrost cycle when compressor does not operate for about
30 minutes.
• Temperature control in the OFF position.
• If interior light is not on, refi'igerator may not be plugged in at
wall outlet.
• The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset
the breaker.
• Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours for the
refi'igerator to completely cool down.
• Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in refi'igeraton
This is normal.
• Door left open or package holding door open.
• Hot weather or fi'equent door openings. This is normal.
• Temperature controls set at the coldest setting. See Temperature
Controls.
•Level the refrigerator: See Installation Instructions.
• Normal fan air flow-one fan blo,a_ cold air through the fi'esh food
and fi'eezer compartments-another fan cools the condenser area
behind the grille panel.
• These NORMAL sounds will also be heard fi'om time to time:
• Defi'ost ,a-ater dripping.
• Refi'igerant boiling or gurgling.
• Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and
contraction during defi'ost and refrigeration following defi'ost.
• Ice cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as
icemaker refills.
• The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills
with water.
• Refiigerator not level. See Installation Instructions.
• Package holding door open.
• Temperature controls not set cold enough. See Temperature
Controls.
• Warm weather or frequent door openings.
• Door left open for long time.
• Package may be holding door open.
15

The Problem Solver
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Questions ?
Use this
problem
solver/
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
FROST OR ICE • Door left open or package holding door open.
CRYSTALS ON • Frequent or long door openings.
FROZEN FOOD
(Frost within package
is normal.)
SLOW ICE CUBE
FREEZING
ICE CUBES HAVE
ODOR/TASTE
AUTOMATIC
ICEMAKER
DOES NOT WORK
• Door may have been left open.
• Temperature of fi'eezer compartment too warm.
• Old cubes need to be discarded.
• Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed.
• Unsealed packages in fi'esh food and/or fi'eezer compartments may
be transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes.
• Interior of refi'igerator needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning.
• Poor-tasting incoming water. Replace water filter.
• Icemaker power switch is in the O (off) position.
• Water supply turned off or not connected.
• Water filter clogged. Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug.
• Freezer compartment rot warm.
• Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to shut offtoo soon.
Level cubes in bin.
• Ice cubes stuck in icemaken Turn off the icemakm; remove cubes
and turn the icemaker back on.
• Not unusual during periods of high humidivy. Wipe surface dry.
• Door left open or package holding door open.
MOISTURE FORMS
ON OUTSIDE OF
REFRIGERATOR
MOISTURE • In humid weathel; air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors
COLLECTS INSIDE are opened.
REFRIGERATOR • Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
HAS ODOR • Check for spoiled food.
• Interior needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning.
• Keep open box of baking soda in refiigerator; replace every 3 months.
INTERIOR LIGHT • No power at outlet.
DOES NOT WORK • Light bulb needs replacing. See Care and Cleaning.
• Master Light switch is in the OFF position.
SMALL OR • Water filter clogged. Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug.
HOLLOW CUBES
16

Performance Data Sheet
GESmartWater Filtration System
GWF Cartridge
Health Claim Performance Certified by NSF/ANSI*
'100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage)
Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
USEPA
MCL
Parameter
Chlorine
T&O -
Particulate** 98.00% 96.10%
Parameter
Turbidivy
Cysts
Lead at pH 6.5
Lead at pH 8.5
Lindane
Atrazine
2,4-D
Asbestos
Influent
Challenge
1.9 ppm
200,000
Ettluent
Average Maximum
0.02 ppm 0.05 ppm
3,978 7,800
% Reduction
Average Minimum
98.90% 97.37%
USEPA
MCL
1 NTU***
99.95% Reduction
15 ppb
15 ppb
0.0002 ppm
0.003 ppm
0.100 ppm
99%
Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Influem Ettluent
Average
0.07 NTU
26
1 ppb
1.8 ppb
0.00005 ppm
0.002 ppm
0.042 ppm
0.32 MFL/ml
Maxinlllln
0.1 NTU
55
1ppb
4.3 ppb
0.00005 ppm
0.003 ppm
0.090 ppm
1.2 MFL/ml
ChaRenge
24.3 NTU
105,750
160 ppb
150 ppb
0.00062 ppm
0.0084 ppm
0.272 ppm
690 MFL/ml
Average
99.71%
99.97%
99.37%
98.8O%
91.93%
76.19%
84.89%
99.95%
*Testedusing a flew rate of 0.59pro; pressure of 120psig; pH of Z5_*0.5;temp. of 20-+2.5C
** Measurement in perticles/ml
*** NTU =Nephelometric Units
%Reduction
Minimum
99.59%
99.95%
99.37%
97.13%
91.93%
64.28%
67.63%
99.82%
Operating Specifications
I_Capacity: certified for up to 300 gallons; up to one year
{{{})Pressurerequirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock
{{{{l_Temperature:33-100 F (0.6-38 C)
%Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)
General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements
I_Flush new cartridge at full flow for 3 minutes to purge out trapped air.
/}55Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow.
Special Notices
Ins 'tallation insuuctions; parts and service availability; and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped.
NThis drinking water system must be maintained according to manufacturer's instructions, including replacement of
filter cartridges.
N Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection betore or after
the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.
The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced hy this water treatment system are not necessarily in your waten
NCheck 1or compliance with the state and local laws and regulations.
System 'Ibsmd and Certified by NSF lnmrnational against ANSI/NSF
Standard 42 & 53 fi_r the reduction ok
Staaadard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
Chemical Unit
_Pa_teand Odor Reduction
Chlorine Reduction, Class i
Mechanical Filtration Unit
Particulate Reduction, Class 1
Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Chemical Reduction Unit
Lead and Atrazine Reduction
Lindane and 2,4-D Reduction
Mechanical Filtration Unit
Turbidity Reduction
Cyst and ,%_hestos Reduction
Manufactured for: General Electric Company, Louisville, KY40225
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State of California
Department of Health Services
Water Treatment Device
Certificate Number
00-1434
Date Issued: May 30, 2(1(/0
Date Revised: Februal_ 9, 2{X)l
Trademark/Model Designn/ion
Rated Service Capacity: 300gallons* l_ttedService¥1ow: 0.5gpm
Do not use where water is micr obiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that systems
¢lalmtng cyst reduction my be used on water containing cysts.
500 gallons for models that include a replacement filter indicator light.
ForPurchasesMade In Iowa: This form must be signed and dated by the buyer and seller prior to the consummation of
this sale. This form should be retained on file by the seller for a minimum of two years.
BUYER: SELLER:
N_ITIe N_ITIe
Address Address
City State Zip Civy State Zip
Signature Date Signature Date
18

Consumer Services
Bottom Freezer Rejrigerator
With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the
assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE,
we'll be there. All you have to do is call-toll-free!
GEAnswer
Center ®
In the USA:
800. 626. 2000
Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Centre _s
information smwice is available to help. Your call-and your question-,Mll be answered
promptly and courteously. And you can call any rime. GE Answer Center ®service is open
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
OR
Visit our Website at: www.monogram.eom
In Canada, call 1.888.880.3030.
In-Home Repair
Service
In the USA:
800. 444.1845
In Canada:
1.888.880.3030
AGE consumer service profizssional will provide expert repair smwice, scheduled at a time
that's convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Smwice company-operated locations offer
you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays,
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays). Our tiactory-trained technicians know your appliance
inside and out-so most repairs can be handled in just one visit.
For Customers
With Special
Needs...
In the USA:
800. 626. 2000
n_
GE offers Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and
a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen tot persons
with limited mobility.
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to
a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800.TDD.GEAC
(800.833.4322) to request information or service.
Service Contracts
In the USA:
800. 626. 2224
In Canada:
1.888.880.3030
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your
warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you'll
receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract, you're assured of tuture
service at today's prices.
Parts and
Accessories
In the USA:
800. 626. 2002
In Canada:
1.888.880.3030
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly
to their home. The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts...and all GE Genuine
Renewal Parts are fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.
User maintenance instructions contained in this manual cover procedures intended to be
performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service
personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
19

Warranty
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
YOUR MONOGRAM REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase
date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
WHAT IS
COVERED
From the Date
of the Original
Pu_rhase
FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
For two years ffmn dale of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in
your hoIne to repair or replace any part ojthe refrigeratm-that tails because of a Inanufacmring detect.
FULL F1VE_YEAR WARRANTY
For five years fi_oIn dale of original purchase, we will provide, flee of charge, paris and service labor
in your home to repair or replace any part ojthe sealed r_rigeratbzg s_stem (the compressor, condenser,
ex,aporator and all connecting tubing) that fidls because ofa maImfacturing detect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL SEVEN-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE SEALED SYSTEM
For the sixlh through twelfth year from the date of the original purchase, we will provide, flee of
charge, replacement paris for any part o/the sealed rqfrigerati_zg s),stem (the compressor, condenser,
evaporator and all connecting tubing) that fidls because ofa maImfacturing defect. You pay for
the service trip m your home and for service labor charges.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ON FULL EXTENSION SLIDES
From the dale of the original purchase we will provide, flee of charge, replaceInent parts for
any part oj the/Ml exten_ion slides that fbils because of a Inanuthcturing defect. You pay for the service
trip m your home and for service labor charges.
This warranty is extended to lhe original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland slates, Hawaii, WashingloIL D.C. or Canada.
In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay m ship
the product to the service shop or for the service technician's travel costs lo your home.
All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Cemers or by our authorized Customer
Care ®servicers during normal working hours.
Should your appliance need service, during warramy period or beyond, in the USA
call 800.444.1845. In Canada: 888.880.3030.
WHAT IS NOT
COVERED
•Service trips to your home to teach you how
to use the product.
• Replacemem of house fuses or resetting of
circuit breakers.
• Damage to the product caused by accidem,
fire, floods or acts of God.
•Failure of the product if it is used for
other than its intended purpose or used
commercially.
•Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem, contact
your dealer or installer. You are responsible for
providing adequate electrical, plumbing and
other connecting facilities.
•Loss of food due to spoilage (in the USA only).
•Incidental or consequential damage caused by
possible defects with this appliance.
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PrintedintheUnitedStates
Some slales/provinces do not allow the exclusion or limiladon of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary fi'oln state to sla/e/province to province.
To know what your legal rights are in your slate/province, consult your local or slate/provincial
consuIner affairs office or your slale's Altorney General.
Warrantor in USA: General Electric Company,
Louisville, KY 40225
Warrantor in Canada: Camco Inc. @Monogram;
We bringgood Ullngsto life.
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