GE PFIC1NFWCWV and Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions ........... 2, 3
Operating Instru_tions
Additional Features ............. S
Automatic Icemaker ........... 11
Care and Cleaning .......... 12-13
Controls .................... 4-5
Crispers and Pans .............. 9
Freezer ...................... 10
Repl acing the i,igh t Bulbs ....... 14
Shelves and Bins ............. 7, S
_'ater Filter . .................. 6
Installation InsTtructions
Installing the Anti-Tip
Floor Bracket .............. 18-19
Installing the Refrigerator .... 20-24
Installing the _'ater Line ..... 33-35
Preparing to Install
the Refligeratnr . .............. 17
Removing and Replacing the
Freezer Drawer . ........... 25, 26
Reversing the Door Swing
(Single Door Refrigerator
Models only) .............. 27-29
Removing and Replacing
the Doors (Double Door
Refrigerator Models only) .... 30-32
Trim Kits and Decorator
Panels .................... 15-16
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 36-40
Normal Operating Sounds ...... 36
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..... Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ........ 47
Product Registration
for Canadian Customers ..... 43, 44
Product Registration
fox U.S. Customers ......... 41,42
State of California ¼'ater
Treatment Device Certificate ..... 48
¼'arranty fox Canadian
Customers ................... 46
V(arranty fox U.S. Customers ..... 45
Writethemodelandserial
numbershere:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbex_ on a label
on the right side, near the top of
the refrigerator compartment.
Models21 and25
Cong_lateur inf&ieur
R frig rateurs
La section fran_aise commence a la page 49
Congelador inferior
Refrigeradores
La secci6n en espa#ol empieza en /a pagina 93
200D9366PO01 49-60489-2 06-07JR

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
_:i:This refl-Jgerator must be properl_ installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
i)::Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the refl'igeratm: They could
damage the refi_igerator and seriously injm'e
themselves.
::_Do not touch the cold sm'fi_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin mm stick to these extremely cold stmfi_ces.
i?<Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vap(n_ and liquids in the vMnitv of this or anv
other appliance.
i)::Keep finge_ out (ff the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the do(n_ and between
the (loo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careful closing (lores when children are
in the area.
i(i'In refl_igeratm5 Mth automatic icemake_s,
avoid contact with tile moving parts (ff tile
ejector mechanism, or with tile heating element
that releases tile cubes. Do not place finge_ or
hands on tile automatic icemaking mechanism
while tile refl_igerator is plugged in.
i!:i'Unplug tile reliigerator before cleaning and
making repai_.
NOTE: Westronglyrecommendthatany servicingbe
performedbyaquafified individual
i(i,Setting either or both controls to 0(off) does
not I'ell/OVe power to tile light (-iI'('tlit.
i::tDo not refl'eeze frozen fi)ods which have
thawed complemly.
DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrapnlent and suffocation are not problems
of tile past.Junked or abandoned refl_igerat(n_ are
still dangerous...exert if they will sit for 'ijust a few
daxs." If _ou are getting rid of _om" old refri(*erat(m
please follow tile instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before YouThrewAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
iJi::_ke off tile dome.
iJi::i,eaxe tile shelves in place so that children may
not easiE climb inside.
Refrigerants
All refl'igeration products contain refl'igerants,
which tinder federal law InUSt be relnoved prior
to product disposal. If you are getting rid of
an old refl'igeration product, check with tile
company handling tile disposal about what
to do.
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USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an extension cord.
However; if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutelx necessary that it be a UiTlisted (in tile United
States) or a CSA certified (in Canada),. -_are ,gr°tmding, t_,])e appliance extension cord having a grotmding
t)])e I)lu(*_and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 xolts.

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WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Donot, 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-pr(mg (grounding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibiliQ, of electric shock hazard
fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electridan to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is
encountered, it is your personal responsibiliQ' and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
The reli-igerator should alwa D be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best pe_om_ance and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator bv pulling on the
power cord. Mways grip plug firefly and pull
straight out fl'om the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fl'ayed or othe_Mse damaged. Do not
use a cord that sho_:s cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
\,_]_en moving the refrigerator away fl'om the
wall, be careflll not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe controlswith temperaturesettings.
(onsomemodels)
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TEMPERATURE SET
WARMER _ _WARMER
COLDER COLDER
0oFRecommencled 37-F Recommended
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Hold 3 seconds to _eset NoEd 3 seconds
(onsomemodels)
NOTE: Therefrigeratoris shippedwith protective film coveringthe temperaturecontrols.
If this film was not removedduringinstallation, removeit now
Thetemperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment
and O°Ffor the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the
preset recommended settings.
Thetemperature 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 SETtemperature 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.
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Changingthe Temperature
For Controls-on-the-DoorModels:
To change the temperature, press and release the
WARMER or COLDER pad. The ACTUAL TEMPlight
will c(nne on and the display will show the actual
temi)eratm'e. To change the temperature, tap
either the WARMERor COLDERpad tmtil the
desired temperature is displayed.
For ControlsInside the Refrigerator:
Opening the door displa):s the actual temperature.
To change the temperature, press either the
WARMER or COLDER touch pads tmtil the
desired temperature is displayed.
Once the desired temperature has been set,
the temperatm'e display will return to the actual
i'efi-Jgei'ator and fl'eezer teil/perattlres aftei" .5
seconds. Several ac!iustments may be required.
Each time )ou ac!iust controls, allow 24 horns fin" the
refrigerator to reach the temperature you haxe set.
To turn the cooling system off, trip the WARMER pad
fro" either the refl_igerator or the fl'eezer tmtil the
display shows OFF. To turn the unit back on, press the
COLDER pad for either the refl_igerator or fl'eeze_:
Then press the COLDER pad again and it will go to
the preset points of O°Ffi)rthe fl'eezer and 37°Ffi)r
the refi_igeratox: Setting either or both controls
to Off stops cooling in both the fl'eezer and
refl_igerator compartments, but does not shut
off electrical power to the refi_igeratm:

About TurboCooEM(on some models) ge.oom
Turbo €O01
(onsomemodels)
(on some models)
How it Works
TurboCool rapidly cools the retiigerator
colnl)artinexlt ixl order to inore quickly
cool fi)o(ls. Use TurboCool when adding a
large anlount of toed to the refligerator
comi)artn/ent, putting away fi)ods after they
have been sitting ()tit at i'OOlll temperature
or when putting away waml letterers. It can
also be used if the refiigerator has been
without power for an extended period.
Once acti\:_md, the compressor will turn oil
immediateh and the rims will cycle on and
off at high speed as needed for eight hom_.
The compressor will continue to mn tmtil
the refi_igerator compartment cools to
approximately 34°F (1 °C), then it will cvcle
on and off to maintain this setting. ?dter 8
hom_, or if TurboCool is pressed again, the
refl_igerator compa rtm ent will return to
the original setting.
How to Use
Press TurboCool.The retiigerator
temperature display will show ccc.
_Mter TurboCoolis complete, the
refl_igerator compartment will retm'n
to the original setting.
NOTES:The refrigerator temperatm'e
cmmot be changed dining
rurboCooL
The fl'eezer temperature is not
affected during TurboCool.
When opening rite refrigerator
door during TurboCool,the fires
will continue to mn if they have
cycled on.
(onsomemodels)
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(. ALA..DOORli ¸
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on somemodels)
About Door Alarm (onsomemodels)
The door alaml will somld if any
dooI" is open _()I" I//oI'e [l/}lI1 2 IlllIltlte,_,
The beei)im,_ stops when you, close
the door,
(onsomemodels)
(onsomemodels)
About Energy Saver (onsomemodels)
This product is equipped with an Energy/
Saver featm'e. The refl_gerator is shil)ped
with the Energy' Saver teatm'e enabled.
Over time, moisture can timn on the fl'ont
surli_ce of tile refl_igerator cabinet and
cause i'tlSt. If moistm'e does appear on the
front surfi_ce of the refligemtor cabinet,
tm'n off the Energy Saver ti_atm'e by
pressing and releasing the ENERGY SAI/ER
pad on the control panel.

Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemodels)
Water Filter
Hold 3 Secs
(on some models)
Z m
I RESET1/7
FILTER J
Hold 3SecondstOreset
(on some models)
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter c;u_fidge is located in the
back upper fight corner of the refi'igerator
COl//pll 1"_1//ellt.
When to Replace the Filter
There is a replarement indicator
light tbr tile water filter ca_qh-idge on the
temperature display. This light will turn
(mmge to tell you that you need to replace
the filter soon. The filter cam-idge should
be replaced when the replacement
indicator light ttlrns red or if tile flow
of water to tile dispenser or icemaker
decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
0 If you are replacing the cartridge,
first rem_we tile old one. Open the
cariridge cover by pressing ill on tile
tab at tile fi'ont and pulling down.
0 Remove tile cartridge b} sloxd} rotadng
it counter clocBvise. A small amount of
water may drip down.
CAUTION: been
/nthesystem,thefi/tercartridgemaybeejectedas
it/s removed.Usecautionwhenremoving
0 Remo_e the protecti_ e foil from tile
end of tile camJdge.
I,ining up tile arrow on tile calqhidge
and the ca_qtfidge holder; slowly rotate
the cartridge clockwise until it stops.
\_l_en tile ca_fidge is properly
installed, yon will ieel it "click" as it
locks into place. The grip on the end
ot tile cartridge sb.ould be positioned
_w_icallv. Do notovertighten.
0 (lose tile camidge co\w:
0 I_,tm water fi'om tile dispenser for
3 minutes (about l/2 gallons) to clear
the system and pre\vnt sputtering.
See ToUsetheDispensersection.
Press and hokl the RESETWATERFILTER
pad ibr 3 seconds.
NOTE"A newly-installed water filter cartridge
may cause water to spurt ti'om tile dispense_:
Filter Bypass Plug
_i_u must use tile filter b}pass plug when a
replacement filter camJdge is not available.
Tile icemaker will not operate without tile
filter or filter b}])ass plug.
Replacement Filters:
To order additional filter cartridges
in the United States, visit our Webs#e,
re.corn, or carl GE Parts and Accessories,
800.628.2002.
Filter Model (;S\'_TF
(Mstome_s in Canada shoukl consult
the } ellow pages for tile nearest Mabe
Service Centre:

Abouttheshelvesandbins. gecem
Not all features are on all models.
Some models have wire shelves that
can be adjusted in the same mam?er.
Rearranging the Shelves
Shel',es in the refl_igerator c()ml)artn_ent are a(!justable.
Refrigerator Compartment
To remove:
0 ]_emo_e all items fl'om the shelf.
O Tilt the shelf up at the fl'ont.
O I,ifi the shelf III) at the back and
bring the shelf out.
To replace:
_qfile tilting the shelf I/I), insert the top
hook at the back of the shelf ill a slot
on the track.
@ I,ower the fl'ont of tile shelf until the
bottom of the shelf locks into place,
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Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)
SI)illproof shelves have special edges to
hel I) I)revent spills fl'oln dI'iI)ping to lower
shelves. To relnove or replace the shelves,
see Rearranging the Shelves,
Slide-Out Spillproof Sheff (onsomemodels)
The slide-out si)illproof shelf allo_v_ you
to reach itelns stored behind othei_. The
spedal edges are designed to hel I) prevent
spills fl'om dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove:
Remove all items ti'om shel£
0 Slide the shelf otlt iintil it stops.
Lift the fi'ont edge of the shelf until the
central tabs are above the fl'ont hal:
O(_ontinue i)ulling the shelf t0rward
until it can be relnoved.
Toreplace:
Place the rear shelf tabs just in fl'ont of
the central notches on the shelf fl'ame.
Slide the shelf ill until the central tabs
are slightly behind the fl'ont bin;
O i,ower the shelf into place until it is
hoi-izontal and slide the shelf ill.
Makesurethattheshelfsitsflatafterre/bsta//ation
anddoem'tmovefreelyfromsidetoside.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesa//thewayin
beforeyoudosethedoor
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Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Adjustable Bins on the Door
Ac!iustable bins can easily be carx_ied ti'()m
I'eti_igeI'_l[oI" 1o w()x'k _lI'e_l,
To remove: I,ifi bin straight up, then
pull out.
To replace or relocate: Slide in the bin j ust
above the molded door supports, and push
down. The bin will lock in place.
The snuggerhelps prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf. (h_iI) the finger hold near the rear of
the snugger and move it to fit w)ur needs.
Non-Adjustable Bins on the Door
To remove: Lift the bin straight ui), then
pull out.
To replace: Engage the bin in the molded
supports on the door and push do_n.
It will lock in place.
Abouttheadditional features.
Not all features are on all models.
Non-Adjustable Beverage Rack
To remove: Lift the rack straight up, then
ptfll out.
To replace:Engage the rack in the molded
SUl_l_orts on the door and push down.
It will lock in place.
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Aboutthe crispersandpans. gecem
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excess water that mm accunmlate in the
bottom of the (h'awe_ or under the (h'awe_
should be wiped dry;
Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the wax to the LOW
HIGHsetting to proxide high humidit_ ,settino-_to proxide lower humidi_' lmels
recommended for most xegetables, recomm ended fiw most fl'uits.
Adjustable Temperature Deft Pan (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the way to the left for
the coldest temperature.
Toremove:
0 Remoxe the ti'uit and xegetable (h'awei_.
@Pull the drawer ()tit to the stop position.
How to Remove and Replace the Deft Pan
Toreplace:
Make sure all tour swing locks are in the
unlock position.
@ Place the sides of the drawer into the
drawer supports, making sure the swing
locks fit on the drawer slots.
I,ock all fimr swing locks by rotating
them to the lock position.
'ingLocks 0 I,ifl the lid to access the 4 swing locl_s.
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Rotate all fimr ,sxdn,*_locks to the unlock
position.
0 Lilt the fl'ont of the drawer up and ()tit.
0i,ower the lid and slide in the drawer
Replace the fl'uit and xegetable (h'awei_.

Aboutthe freezer.
Not all features are on all models.
Freezer Shelves and Baskets
Appearance and features may vary
O A shelf abo\v the ice storage bin
A haltZwidth basket
A shallow filll-width basket
A deep flfll-width basket
Appearance may vary
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Appearance may vary
Appearance may vary
Basket Removal
To remove the deep full-width basket on
freezer drawer models:
O Open the fl'eezer drawer until it stops.
O The fl'eezer basket rests on the inside
tnbs on the drawer slides.
_]b Lift the basket so that all 4 tnbs are out
vof the slide bracket.
Tilt the basket and lift out of the
drawer,
0 Make sm'e the plastic sleexes remain
attached to the 4 tnbs on the slide
brackets.
To remove the half-width basket:
Ptfll the basket out to the stop location.
Lift the basket up at the fl'ont to release
it from the slides,
0 Lift the back up and out of the slide.
Toremove the shallow full-width basket:
Ptfll the basket out to the stop location.
Lift the ti'ont up and oxer the stop
location.
When replacing the deep full-width basket
Tilt the basket back and lower it down
into the drawe_: Rotnte the basket to a
horizontnl position and press it down into
the 4 aligmnent tabs,
NOTE:M_m_sbe sm'e that all 4 basket tnbs
are engaged in the slide brackets befl)re
sliding back into the fl'eezet:
When replacing the basket, make sure that
the wire tnbs and wire hooks on the sides
oI the basket go into the slots in the top
ot the uI)per basket slides.
NOTE:Mw'a_:sbe sure to flfllv close this
basket.
0 Lift the basket up and out.
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Abouttheautomaticicemaker, ge.cem
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
Switch Icemaker
Green
PowerLight
The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle---al)l)roxin_ately 100-130 cubes
in a 24-hour period, del)ending on fl'eezer
coi/lpai'tlllent tei/lpei'attli'e_ i'ooi/1
temperature, nmnber of door openings
and other use conditions.
See below flit how to access ice and reach
the power switch.
If the refl_Jgerator is operated befin'e the
water c(mnecfion is made to the icemake_,
set the power switch in the 0 (off) position.
When the refl_Jgerator has been connected
to the water SUl)l)ly, set the power switch to
the I (on)position. The icemaker power
light will turn green when the fl'eezer light
switch is pressed in or when the fl'eezer
door is ch)sed.
The icemaker Mll fill Mth water when it
cools to 15°F (-10°C), A newly installed
reflJgeratof Ill}IV take ]2to 24 hotlI'S to
begin making ice cubes.
You xfill hear a buzzing sotmd each dine
the icemaker fills with water:
Throw awax the first tew batches of ice to
allow the water line to clea_:
Be sm'e nothing interteres with the sweep
of the teeler amL
When the bin fills to the level of the teeler
am_, the icemaker will stop produdng
ice. It is nomml fin" several cubes to be
joined together:
If ice is not used fl'equenfly, old ice cubes
will become ch)udy, taste stale and shrink.
NOTE."Inhomeswith lower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayhear the icemakercycle multiple
times whenmaklbg onebatch of ice.
NOTE,"Setthepowerswitchtothe0 (off)position
if thewatersupplyisshutoff.
Shelf
Toroach the power switch.
Accessing Ice and Reaching
the Power Switch
To reach the icemaker power switch, pull the
shelf al)oxe the ice bin straight ()tit. _Mways
be sm'e to replace the shelf.
Toaccess ice, simpl) pull the bin fi)rward.
Toaccessice.
Icemaker Accessory Kit
If )ore" refrigerator did not come ah'eadv
equil)ped with an automatic icemake_,
an icemaker accessorx kit is axailable at
extra cost,
Check the back of the refl_Jgerator fin.
the specific icemaker kit needed fi)r
VOIII" I/] odel.
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DispenserCradle
SpillShelf
ToUse theDispenser
Press the glass gently against the top of the
dispenser cradle.
The spill shelf is not sel6(h'aining. To
reduce water spotting, the shelf should be
cleaned regularly.
If nowaterlsdispensedwhentherefweratorisfkst
lbsta//ed,theremaybeak inthewater/inesystem.
Pressthedispenserarmforat/easttwomlbutesto
removetrappedairfromthewaterfineandtofi//the
watersystem.Toflushouti_npuritiesin thewater
fine,throwawaythefirstslkglassfulsof water
Locking the Dispenser
Press the LOCKpad fin" 3 seconds to lock
the dispenser and control panel. To mflock,
press and hold the pad again fin" 3 seconds.
DoorAlarm
To set the alamo, press the DOORALARM
pad. The indicator light will ilhmfinate.
This alam_ will sotmd if either door is
open fi)r more than 2 minutes. The
beeping stops when you close the dora;
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Cam and cleaning ofthe refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
The doorhandles and trim. Clean with a doth
danq)ened with soapy water: Dry with asoft
cloth. Do not use wax on the door handles
and trim.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe Mth aclean
cloth lightly dampened Mth kitchen
appliance wax or miM liqtfid dish
detergent. Dry and polish with aclean,
soft cloth.
Donot w/_)etherefn_?eratorwith a soileddish
clothor wet towel. Thesemayleavea residue
that canerodethepaint.Donot usescouring
pads,powderedcleaners,bleachorcleaners
containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchand weakenthepaintfinish.
The stainless steel panels and doorhandles.
Stainless steel (on some models) can be
cleaned with a commercially a\_lilable
stainless steel cleane_: A spra}_on stainless
steel cleaner works best.
Do not use appliance wax or polish
on the stainless steel,
Silver-plated plastic parts.Wash parts Mth
soap or other mild detexgents. _4_ipe clean
with asponge, damp cloth or paper to_vl.
Do not scrub with steel-wool pads or other
abrasive cleaners.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors,leave an open box of
baking soda in the reflJgerator and ti'eezer
COIlll)_l rtll/e nts,
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this
is not practical, wring excess moisture out
of sponge or doth when cleaning aromM
switches, lights or controls.
Lrse an appliance wax polish on the inside
sm'tilce between the doo_.
Use wmm water and baking soda solution--
about a tnblespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to aquart (l liter) _d wateI: This both cleans
and neutralizes odo_. Rinse and wipe dry.
Alter cleaning the door gaskets, apply a
thin laver of petrolemnjelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side, This helps kee I)
the gaskets fl'om sticking and bending out
of shape.
Avoid cleaning cud glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference may
cause them to brea£ Handleglass she/yes
carefufl_zBumping tempered g/ass can cause
it to shatter
Donot washanyplasticrefngeratorpartsin
thedishwashe_
Silver-accented plastic parts. _'_lsl_ parts
with soapy watex: _ipe clean with asponge,
damp cloth or paper towel.
Do not scrub with steel-wool pads or other
abrasive cleane_.
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Behind the Refrigerator
Be careful when moving tile refl_Jgerator
away fl'om tile wall. _M1t,/pes of floor
coverings can be damaged, pa_licularly
cushioned coverings and those with
embossed S/li_lces,
Raise tile leveling legs located at tile
bottom fl'ont ot tile refrigerator.
Pull tile refl_Jgerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it straight in.
Moving tile refl_Jgerator in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor covering
or refrigerator.
I,ower the leveling legs tmtil thev touch
tile floo_:
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure
you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker
supply fine (on some models) and ensure the
anti-tli9 bracket is engaged {if equligped).
Preparing for Vacation
For long \;l(-ations oi" absen(-es_ i'eil/ove
food and Unl)lug tile refl_Jgei'atoi: Clean tile
interior with a baking soda solution of one
tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one
quart (1 liter) of water: i,eave the doo_
open.
Set tile icemaker power switch to tile 0(off)
position and shut off tile water supply to
the refl_Jgeratm:
If tile temperature can drop below
fl'eezing, have a qualified servicer drain the
water supl)ly system (on some models) to
prevent serious property 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.
\_]/en using a hand truck to move tile
refl_Jgerato_; do not rest tile fl'ont or back
ot the refl_Jgerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refl_igerator. Handle
only fl'om tile sides of tile refl_igeratm:
Besuretherefngeratorstaysin anupnght
positionduringmoving.
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Replacingthelightbulbs.
Turning the control to the 0(off) position does not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Lights
_i, CAUTION:ahtb./bsmaybeho_
0 Unplug the refrigerator.
To remove the light shield, grasp the
shield at the back and pull out to
release the tabs at the back.
0 Rotate the shield down and then
fi)rward to release the tabs at the fl'ont
oI the shield.
0 _Mter replacing Mth an appliance bulb
of the same or lower wattage, replace
the shield.
0 Plug the refrigerator back in.
NOYE:Appliav, ce bulbs ma_ be ordered
fl'om (;E Parts and Accessocies,
800.626.2002.
Appearance may vary
Freezer Light
ACAUTION:L/_htb./bsmaybehot
Unplug the refrigerator.
The bulb is located at the top of the
fl'eezer inside a light shield. To remove
the shield, grasp the shield at the back
and pull out to release the tabs at the
back.
_]b Rotate the shield down and then
vfiwward to release the tabs at the front
of the shield.
_Mter replacing with an appliance bulb
of the same or lower wattage, replace
the shield.
0 Plug the refcigerator back in.
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Trimkits and decoratorpanels.
For panel required models
Read these instructionscompletely and carefully.
Before YouBegin
Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to install door panels. Youcan order
pre-cut black or white decorator panels from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002, or you can
add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.
Panels less than 1/4" (6 mm) thick
_,_]_en installing wood panels less than l/4" (6 ram) thick, you need to create afiller panel, such as l/8"
cardboard, that will fit between the face of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing the i)re-cut
decorator panels, i)re-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of the decorator
or wood panel and the filler panel should be 11/32" (8.7 ram) with the panel itself being no larger than
1/4" (6 ram).
Panels1/4"tlfickor less
1/4" max
The handle and the top and bottom trim stand in front of the surii_ce of the do()); which requires that the
filler be smaller in lenoth_ and width than the panel. Use the gtfidelines beh)w and tape the filler onto the
back of the panel.
LeftFreshFoodDoor
Filler
RightFreshFoodDoor
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Filler
Panel
Filler
FreezerDoor
Panel-
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Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.
3/4" (19mm) or Raised Panel
A raised panel design screwed or glued to a ]/4" (6 ram) thick backing, or a 3/4" (]9 ram) routed board
can be used. The raised portion oI the panel must be tid)Hcated to permit clearances oI at least 2" (5.1 cm)
fl'om the handle side fin" fingertip clearance.
Panels thicker than 1/4" (6 ram), up u) 3/4" (19 ram) max., will require that the outer 5/16" (8 ram) oI
panel perimeter be no thicker than 1/4" (6 ram).
Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:
FreshFood10Ibs.(4.5kg)max.for eachdoor
FreezerDoor 18Ibs.(8kg)max.
Panelsthickerthan1/4" (6ram) 1/4"(6 IT,e)
ThickBacking
16"(8 mm)
1/4" (6lem)max
3/4" (19ram)
Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels
. ..... 1/8"
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(6mr0).... ::_ ........
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minimumat
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thickness
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of panel
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2"(5.1 cm)
Clearance
HandleSide
Appearance
Panel
(19mm)
Refrigerator
Door
RightFreshFoodDoor
1629/32" (42.9cm)
2" (51ram)
minimumat
1/4" (6 ram)
thickness
Handleside
3815/16"
(98.9cm)
2"(51 ram)
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1/4" (6ram/
thickness
Handleside
Raisedportion
of panel
I_ 1629/32" (42.9cm)
5/16" (8 ram)minimum
at 1/4" (6ram)thickness
Left,rightand
bottomsides Raised
portion
ofpanel
2" (51 rom)minimuroat
1/4" (6ram)thickness Freezer Door
Handleside
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• 'r_ 9529/32-1912cm/ _1-''"',,
1/8" "
..... I .. ..... "':,1/8"
5/16"(8 ram)
minimumat
1/4" (6mm)
thickness
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bottom
38 15/16"
(98.9cm)
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 21 and 25
IQuestions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca I
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT-Save these instructions for
local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT- Observeallgoverning
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
20 minutes
Water Line Installation
30 minutes
Anti--[]p Bracket Installation
20 minutes
•Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
•Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
PREPARATION
MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS
If the refrigerator will not fit through a doorway, the
refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be removed.
•To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in the
Reversing the Door Swing section.
• To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing
the Freezer Drawer section.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND
DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS)
If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have
to be connected to a cold water line. AGE water
supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings
and instructions) is available at extra cost from
your dealer, by visiting our Website at ge.com (in
Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada 1.888.261.3055).
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED (not included)
Lag Bolts Anchor Sleeves
Drill Bit Appropriate for Anchors
For Anti-lip Bracket Mounted on CONCRETEFloors 0nly
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
3/8" and 5/16" Socket
Adjustable Wrench Ratchet/Driver
1/4" Outer Diameter
Compression Nut
and Ferrule (sleeve)
(icemaker models only) Phillips Head Screwdriver
3/32", 1/8" and 1/4"Allen
wrenches
1/8" Drill Bit and
Electric or Hand Drill Tape measure
Pencil
Wire Cutters
1/4" Nut Driver
Level
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR BRACKET (on 21 ft. models)
O
Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator
can tip forward,
Injury to persons can result,
Install Anti-Tip Bracket packed with this
refrigerator,
[] MEASURE CABINET OPENING
AVAILABLE VS. REFRIGERATOR
WIDTH
Measure width of cabinet opening where
refrigerator will be placed, W.
Be sure to account for any countertop
overhang, baseboard thickness and any
clearance desired. Width, W, should not
be less than 36 inches. The refrigerator
will be placed approximately in the
middle of this opening.
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Rear Wall
W_:
4_
REFRIGERATOR
Baseboard
Thickness
or Countertop
Overhang
(Whichever
Is Greater)
Plus Any
Desired
Clearance
RH Side
Front
[] LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP
FLOOR BRACKET
[] Place the anti-tip floor bracket Iocator
template (included inside the anti-tip kit)
onto the floor up against the rear wall,
within W, and in line with the desired
location of the RH side of the refrigerator
(see Figure 1).
Figure 1 - Installation Overview
2 Wall Holes
Bracket
on the _s_ RH Side of Locator
Refrigerator /Refrigerator Template Sheet
[] Place the anti-tip floor bracket onto the
Iocator template with its RH floor holes
lined up with the floor holes indicated
on the template sheet, approximately 71/4"
from the edge of the sheet or the RH side
of the refrigerator.
[] Hold down in position and use the anti-tip
floor bracket as a template for marking
the holes based upon your configuration
and type of construction as shown in Step
3. Mark the hole locations with a pencil,
nail or awl.
NOTE:
• It is REQUIRED to use at least 2 screws
to mount the floor bracket (one on each
side of the anti-tip floor bracket). Both
must be into either the wall or the floor.
Figure 2 indicates all the acceptable
mounting configurations for screws.
Identify the screw holes on the anti-tip
floor bracket for your configuration.
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Installation instructions
[] LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP
FLOOR BRACKET (cont.)
Figure 2 - Acce.ptable Screw
Placement Locations
Preferred Installation -
Wood Preferred Installation- Concrete
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Minimum Acceptable #1- Minimum Acceptable #2-
Wall Plate Stud Wood Floor
Minimum Acceptable #3 -
Concrete Floor
[] ANTI-TIP BRACKET INSTALLATION
[] WOOD Wall and Floor Construction:
•Drill the appropriate number of 1/8"
pilot holes in the center of each floor
bracket hole being used (a nail or awl
may be used if a drill is not available)
AND remove the Iocator template from
the floor.
• Mount the anti-tip floor bracket by
fastening the 2, or preferably 4, #10-16
hex-head screws tightly into place as
illustrated in Figure 3.
Figure 3- Attachment to
Wall and Floor
2 Screws Floor [-1 Wall
RearRH Must Enter Bracket H
Corner of the Wood or XI I
Refrlgerator.._.__ Metal Stud _ "_, H Wall
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[] CONCRETE Wall and Floor Construction:
• Anchors required (not provided):
4 each 1/4" x 1 1/2" lag bolts
4 each 1/2" O.D. sleeve anchors
• Drill the recommended size holes for
the anchors into the concrete at the
center of the holes marked in Step 2.
• Install the sleeve anchors into the drilled
holes. Place the anti-tip floor bracket as
indicated in Step 2. Remove the Iocator
template from the floor.
• Install the lag bolts through the anti-tip
floor bracket and tighten appropriately.
[] WOOD Wall and TILE Floor Construction:
• For this special case, locate the 2 wall
holes identified in Fig. 1. Drill an angled
1/8" pilot hole (approx. as shown in
Fig. 3) in the center of each hole.
• Mount the anti-tip floor bracket using
the Minimum Acceptable Installation #1,
as illustrated in Fig. 2.
[] POSITIONING THE REFRIGERATOR
TO ENGAGE THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR
AND BASE BRACKETS
[] Before pushing the refrigerator into the
opening, plug the power cord into the
receptacle and connect waterline (if
equipped). Check for leaks.
[] Locate the refrigerator's RH side and
move back approximately in line with the
RH side of the cabinet opening, W. This
should position the anti-tip floor bracket
to engage the anti-tip base bracket on the
refrigerator.
[] Gently roll the refrigerator back into
the cabinet opening until it comes
to a complete stop. Check to see if
the refrigerator front lines up with the
cabinet front face. If not, carefully rock
the refrigerator forward and backward
until engagement occurs and you notice
that the refrigerator is fully pushed up
against the rear wall.
[] OPTIONAL: Adjust the rear (and front)
wheel height settings to fully engage the
rear anti-tip brackets, while also aligning
the refrigerator front with the cabinet
front face.
NOTE:
If you pull the refrigerator out and away from
the wall for any reason, make sure the anti-tip
floor bracket is engaged when the refrigerator
is pushed back against the rear wall.

Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
• Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it
will not run often enough to maintain proper
temperatures.
• Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go above IO0°F (37°C) because it
will not perform properly.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully
loaded.
CLEARANCES
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections. Standard Depth Counter Depth
Models Models
Sides 1/8" (3 mm) 1/8" (3 mm)
Top 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm)
Back 1" (25 mm) 1/2" (13 mm)
REMOVE TOP CAP (onsomemodels)
• IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is34-1/2" deep.
Doors and passageways leading to the installation
location must be at least 36" wide in order to
leave the doors and handles attached to the
refrigerator while transporting it into the installation
location. If passageways are lessthan 36", the
refrigerator doors and handles can easily be scratched
and damaged. The top cap and doors can be removed
to allow the refrigerator to be safely moved indoors.
Start with Step A.
• If it isnot necessary to remove doors, skip Step A.
Leave tape and all packaging on doors until the
refrigerator is in the final location.
• SKID REMOVAL: _lt refrigerator to each side to
remove skid.
• NOTE: Use a padded hand truck to move this
refrigerator. Place the refrigerator on the hand
truck with a side against the truck. We strongly
recommend that TWO PEOPLE move and complete
this installation.
[] Locate and remove the two Phillips head screws
on the top of the refrigerator. Remove the two
screws on each side at the rear of the top cap.
Lift off and remove top cap.
[] Remove the fresh-food door. Refer to Steps 1
through 3 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section.
[] Remove the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to
"Removing Freezer Drawer" section.
[] Move refrigerator to the installation location.
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REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.)(onsomemodels)
REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP
[] Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge.
Reinstall top hinge. NOTE: Ensure the door is
properly aligned to the case top to avoid
readjustment of the door during top cap
reinstallation.
[] Place cap over the top of the refrigerator. Reinstall
the original screws in the top and back of the cap.
[] Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to
"Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section.
TopHingeB
[] CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR
TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE
(icemaker and dispenser models)
A cold water supply is required for automatic
icemaker operation. If there is not a cold water
supply, you will need to provide one. See
Installing the Water Line section.
NOTES:
• Before making the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord
is not plugged into the wall outlet.
• If your refrigerator does not have a water filter,
we recommend installing one if your water
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 TM Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you
will need an additional tube (WXO8XIO002) to
connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.