GE PFSF6PKWABB and Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions ........... 9 3
Operating Instru_tions
Automatic Icemaker . .......... 11
Care and Cleaning .......... 19, 13
Controls .................... 4, 5
Crispers and Pans .............. 9
Freezer ...................... 10
Repl acing tile i Jgh t Bulbs ....... 14
Shelves and Bins ............. 7, 8
h'ater Filter . .................. 6
Installation Instructions
Installing tile Refligerator . . . .16-93
Installing the _'ater Line ..... 94-26
Preparing m Install
the Refligerator . .............. 15
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 97-31
Normal Operating Sotxilds ...... 97
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..... Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ........ 39
Product Registration
fox Canadian Customers ..... 35, 36
Product Registration
for U.S. Customers ......... 33, 34
Stare of California _'amr
Treatment Device Certificate ..... 40
¼'arranty fox Canadian
Customers ................... 38
Warranty fox U.S. Customers ..... 37
Model26
Cong_lateur inf_!rieur
R frig&ateurs
La section fran_aise commence a la page 41
Congelador inferior
Refrigeradores
La secci6n en espa#ol empieza en la pagina 75
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbex_ on a label
on the right side, near the top of
the refl'igerator compartment.
197D7784PO01 49-60523 07-07Jfl

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 i}roperl) 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
vaI)o_ 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 the moving parts (ff the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
that releases the cubes. Do not place finge_ or
hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refl_igerator is phlgged in.
i!:i'UnI)lug the reliigerator before cleaning and
making repai_.
NOTE: Westronglyrecommendthatany servicingbe
performedbya quafified individual
i!:i'Do not refreeze ti'ozen foods which have
thawed complemly.
DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entral)inent and suffocation are not problems
of the 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 the instructions below to hel I) prevent
accidents.
Before YouThrewAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
iJi::_ke off the dome.
iJi::i,eaxe the shelves in place so that children may
not easiE climb inside.
Refrigerants
All refl'igeration products contain refl'igerants,
which tinder fe(leral law InUSt be relnoved prior
to product disl)osal. If you are getting rid of
an old refl'igeration product, check with the
company handling the 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 the 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.
f
(Hold3_c
for Turbo Ft_e}
TURBO FREEZE TURBO COOL I '_'_'_T" I
L htON/OF_
IHo_ 3 _conds}
(Hold3_c
f_ Turbo ¢ooll
RESET FILTER CUBED CRUSHED WATER
}Hold 3 s_ }Hold 3 s_
to Reset Filter} to L_k Contrdl
NOTE: Therefrigeratoris shippedwith protective film coveringthe temperaturecontrols.
If this film was not removedduringinstallation, removeit now
Thetemperature controls are preset in the factory at 38°F for the refrigerator compartment
and -2°1:for 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.
Changingthe Temperature
Tochange the temperature, press and release the
ADJUST FREEZERor ADJUST REFRIGERATORpad.
The display will show the actual temperature. To
change the temperature, tap either the ADJUST
FREEZERor ADJUST REFRIGERATORpad und! the
desired temperature is displayed.
Once the desired temperature has been set,
the temperature display will return to the actual
reflJgerator and fl'eezer teinperatures aiier ] 0
seconds. Several a(!iustment,s may be required.
Each time you a(!just controls, allow 24 horns ti)r the
reti_igerator to reach the temperature you have set.
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About TurboCoo[Mand TurboFreezeY ge.com
ADJUST
IREFR GERATOR
[RE R ER RJ
Hold3Sec
forTurboCool)
( : (( 5
ADJUST
FREEZER
(H0Jd3sec
forTurboFreeze)
How it Works
TurbeCeel rapidly cools the rHiigerator
c()mi)artn_ent in order to more quickly
cool fi)ods. Use TurbeCeelwhen adding a
large amount of food to the refligerator
compartment, putting away fi)ods after they
have been sitting out at i'ooi11 temperature
orwhen putting away warn/leftovers. It can
also be used if tile refligerator has been
without power fin" an extended period.
Tile comi)ress(n" and ti'esh food tim will
run immediately until tile fl'esh food
temperature cools to approximately 25°F
(-4°C), ma_mum run time two-and-a-half
horns. Mter reaching 25°F (-4°C), ti'esh
food comi)artment will mn at cold setting
fin" one horn" and return to tile original
setting wflue.
How it Works
TurbeFreezerapidly cools tile fl'eezer
compartment in order to more quickly
cool fi)ods. Lrse TurbeFreezewhen adding
a lmge amount ot tood to tile ti'eezer
compartment, putting away foods after they
have been sitting out at room temperature
or when putting away wam_ leftovers. It can
also be used if the reliigerator has been
without power fin"an extended period.
The compressor and fl'eezer tim will
mn immediately and kee I) framing fi)r
two-and-a-halt hom_.
Hew to Use
Press and hoM tile ADJUST REFRIGERATOR
pad for 3 seconds m_til 'youhear tile so/rod
and tile [] displa):s.
?diet TurbeCeelis complete, tile reliigerator
c(nnl)artment will return to tile original
setting,
NOTES:Tile refrigerator temperature
cmmot be changed dining
TurbeCeel.
Tile fl'eezer temperature is not
aflbcmd dining TurbeCeet
Hew toUse
Press and hold tile ADJUSTFREEZERpad
fin"3 seconds m_til you hear tile so/rod
and tile _ displays.
_Mter TurbeFreezeis complete, tile fl'eezer
coml)artment will return to tile original
setting.
NOTES'. The fl'eezer temperature cmmot
be changed during TurbeFreeze.
Tile reliigerator temperature is
not affected during TurbeFreeze.
\_]/en opening tile ti'eezer door
during TurbeFreeze,tile rims will
continue to run if they have
cycled on.
[ALARM/ ]
!LIGHT !
LightON/OFF
Hold3seconds
About Door Alarm
Tile do(n" alam_ will so/rod if am' door
is open fin" more than 3 minutes. Tile
beeping stops when you close tile do(n:
About Dispenser Light
Press and hold the ALARM/LIGHTpad for
3 see(rods to turn on tile dispenser light.
To turn off, press and hold tile pad again
fl)r 3 seconds.
ENERGY
About Energy Saver
This product is equil)ped with an Energ_
Saver teatm'e. Tile reliigerator is shil)ped
with tile Energy' Saxer teatm'e on.
()'_er tillle, illoistt/i'e can fOllll on tile li'ont
smii_ce of tile reliigerator cabinet and
cause rust. If moisture does appear (m tile
fl'ont SUlthce ()t tile refiigerator cal)inet,
turn off tile Energy' Saver teatm'e by
pressing and releasing the ENERGY SAVER
pad on the control panel.

Aboutthe water filter.
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Cartridg6
Holder
J,cE
(Hold 3sec 7
to Reset Filter)
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in the
back upper fight corner of the refiigerator
COl//pa l'[l//ellt.
When to Replace the Filter
There is a replacement indicator
light ,for tile water filter cartridge on the
temper;m/re display. This light will turn
orange to tell you that you need to replace
the filter soon. The filter cam-Jdge 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
If you are re )lacing the c'u'trid.e
first remove the old one bx slo,d,
turning it comlterclockwise. A small
amount of water may drip down.
CAUTION:/ , h ebeent ed
/nthesystem,thefiltercartridgemaybeejectedas
it/s removed.Usecautionwhenremoving
@ Rein(we tile protective ibil i_'om tile
end of tile cam'idge.
@ I,inino_ up tile error, on the c'tllYidoe,
and tile c'u'hidoe,_ holdel; place the
top ot the new carhidge up inside
tile holdel: Do not push it up into
the holdel: Slowly rotate the cartridge
clockwise until it stops. _s you tt/rll
tile camidge, it will autonmtically
raise itself into position. Cartridge
will rotate about 1/4 turn. O0 not
overtighten.
Run water fi'om tile dispenser for
3 minutes (about 1 */2gallons) to clear
the system and prevent sputtering.
See 7-OUse the Dispenser section.
Press and hold tile ICE& WATERpad
-- for 24seconds.
NOTE."Anewl} installed x_ater filter
camidge, ma} cause water tospurtfi-onl
tile dispenser
Filter BFpassPlug
_i_u must use tile filter b_pass plug when a
replacement filter cmqhidge is not a_;dlable.
Tile icemaker will not operate without tile
filter or filter bs})ass plug.
Replacement Filters'.
To order additional filter cartridges
in the United States, visit our Webs#e,
ge.com or call GE.Parts and Accessories,
800.628.2002.
Filter Model M\'\TF
(Mstome_s in Canada shoukl consult
the }ellow pages for tile nearest Mabe
Service Centel:

Abouttheshelvesandbins. gecem
Rearranging the Shelves
Shel',es in the refl_gerator comi_artn]ent are a_!justnble.
Refrigerator Compartment
Toremove:
0Remoxe all items fl'om the shelfi
@ Tilt the shelf up at the front.
@ I,ifi the sheff up at the back and
• Y S "(
bm]_ the _hell >ut.
Toreplace:
0"_qfile tilting the shelf up, insert the top
hook at the back of the shelf in aslot
on the track.
i,ower the fi'ont of the shelf tmtil the
bottom of the shelf locks into place.
Spillpmof Shelves
SpillprooI shelxes haxe special edges to
hel I) prevent spills fl'om dripping to lower
shelxes.
Quick Space Shelf
This shelf splits in half and slides trader
itself fin" storage (ff trill items on the shelf
below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced or
relocated (just like spillproot shelves).
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Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Non-Adjustable Dairy Bin
To remove: i,ift the dairy bin smfight up,
then pull out.
Toreplace:Engage the bin in the molded
door supports and push down. The bin will
lock in place,
Adjustable B&s on the Door
A(!justable bins can easily be carried from
refrigerator to work area.
To remove: i,ift bin straight up, then
pull out,
Toreplaceorrelocate:Slide in the 1)in.j ust
aboxe the molded door supports, and push
down. The bin will lock in place.
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Non-Adjustable Bins on the Door
To remove: Lift the bin straight up, then
pull out.
Toreplace:Engage the bin in the molded
suppo_s on the door and push down.
It will lock in place.
Non-Adjustable Bin &the Freezer
To remove: Pull the brackets upward until
_ou hear a clicking sotmd and remoxe
the bin.
To replace: Hook the ends of the bin into
both brackets and push down tmtil the bin
locks into place.

Aboutthe crispersandpans. gecem
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the (h'awe_ or under the (h'awe_
should be wiped dry.
low - . . _ high
........... ]
Adjustable Humidity Crisper
Slide the control all the way to the
high setting to proxide high hmnidit)
recomm ended tot most x egetables.
Slide the control all the wax to the low
,setfino_ to proxide lower humidity lexels
recommended fiw most fl'tfits.
Adjustable Deli/Produce Drawer
The A_!iustable Deli/Produce Drawer
is a flfll-width drawer with a(!iustable
temperature control. This drawer can
be used fi)r large miscellaneous items.
There is a temperatm'e control which can
a(!iust the amount el cold air allowed into
the (h'awe_:
The control is located on the fight side of
the drawe_:
Control
When Produce Drawer is selected, the
temperature of the drawer can be kept
arotmd 38°F (3°C). This teatm'e also helps
keep todd fl'esh t0r a hmg time.
When Dell Drawer is selected, the
temperature of the drawer can be kept
arotmd 34°F (l °C). This teature also helps
keep meat or fish ti'esh t0r a hmger time.
NOTE."Fruits and vegetables may be damaged
using the Deft Drawer setting Do not
store lettuce or other/eafv produce in
thisdrawer
CAUTION:Donotstoreg/assbo /es
in thisdrawerIf theyarefrozen,theycanbreakand
causepersonalinjury
How to Remove and Replace the Adjustable Deli/Produce Drawer
To remove: To replace:
0 Pull the drawer out to the stop position. 0 i,ifl the coxer up.
Engage into the
@ i,ifl the fl'ont of the drawer up and out. @ , ,the pantr) rollers
side rails.
Push the drmver inwards (tmtil it is
m place).
How to Remove and Replace Drawer Divider
To remove:
0 Pull the drawer out to the stop position.
Raise the fl'ont side of the dixider
to tmhook it from the rear wall of
the drawe_:
Toreplace:
0 Hook the 1)ack of the divider oxer the
rear wall of the drawei;
@ Push the dixider down.

Aboutthe freezer.
Freezer Basket and Drawer
O Basket,
@ Drm_e_=
Basket Removal
Toremove:
O]_elnove Freezer Bin. (See page 8.)
Pull basket out to the stop position.
0 Tilt up the rear (ff the bin.
Oi]tt it out to remove.
Basket Divider Removal
Toremove:
O Pull basket out to the stop position.
Tilt III) the rear of the bin.
OLifl it ()tit to relnoxe.
Toreplace:
Place the basket into the rail assembly.
Toreplace:
0 Hook the top ('orne_ of the divider
oxer the hole of the basket.
it
Drawer Removal
Toremove:
Pull the drawer out to the stop position.
Remove both side knobs with a fiat-
head screwdri;'er.
0 Tilt up the rear ot the drawer and lift
straight out.
Toreplace:
Pull both rails out to the stop position.
Place the drawer onto the rails and
hook the support into the slots located
on the side of the (h'awe_:
0 Replace the side knob and push the
drawer back into place.
WARNING:pleasedono,lose
thesideknobsduringdisassemblysince they
maypresent a chokinghazardto children.
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Abouttheautomaticicemaker, ge.com
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
ICEOFF/]
I LOCK
. LOCK
(Hold3sec
to LockControl)
Automatic Icemaker
The icemaker will produce sexei_ cubes
per cycle_approximately lO0-130 cubes
in a 24-hour period, depending on tl"eezer
coi/lp_li'tlllent tei/lpei'attli'e, i'ooi/l
temperatm'e, ntmlber of door ol)enings
and other use conditions.
If the retrigerator is operated betk)re the
water com_ecfion is made to the icemake_;
tuna on the ICE OFFleattn'e by pressing and
releasing the ICE OFF/LOCKpad on the
control panel and the [] displays.
When the refl{gerator has been com_ected
to the water stq)ply, turn off the ICEOFF
feature by pressing and releasing the ICE
OFF/LOCKpad on the control panel.
Tile icemaker will till with water when it
cools to 15°F (-10°C). A newly inst;dled
refl_igerator may take 12 to 24 hotu_ to
begin making ice cubes.
You Mll hear a buzzing sound each time
the icemaker fills with water:
Throw away the fi_st few batches ot ice to
allow the water line to clear
Be sure nothing interteres with the sweep
of the reeler aml.
When the bin fills to the level of the teeler
aml, the icemaker will stop producing
ice. It is nomlal lot several cubes to be
joined together:
If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
NOTE"Inhomeswith lower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayhear the icemakercycle multiple
times whenmaklbg onebatch of ice.
NOTE"Turn en the ICE OFFfeature if the water
supplyis shut off.
ToUse the Dispenser
Select CUBED[], CRUSHEDJ_ or WATER
[] b_ l)ressin°",_ the ICE& WATERpad.
Press the glass gently against the top of the
dispenser cradle.
The spill shelf is not seltqch'aining. To
reduce water spotting, the shelf shotfld
be cleaned regtflarl}:
If nowaterisdispensedwhentherefngeratorisfirst
installed,theremaybeair inthewater/ibesystem.
Pressthedispenserarmforatleasttwominutesto
removetrappedairfromthewaterfineandtofi//the
watersystem.Toflushoutimpuritiesin thewater
fin&throwawaythefirstm)fuflg/assesofwater
CAUTION:Nowrputfingors
or anyother objectsintotheice crusher
discharge opening.
[ ,CEO .I
LOCK I
(Hold3sec
to LockControl)
ToLockand Unlock the Dispenser
T(> lock, press and hold the ICE OFF/LOCK
pad tot 3 seconds. Repeat this step to
unlock the dispense_:
ALARM/
J__ LIGHT I
LightON/OFF
(Hold3seconds)
Dispenser Light
Press and hold the ALARM/LIGHTpad _or
3 seconds to ttu'n the dispenser light on
and off.
Tile light also comes on when the dispenser
cradle is pressed.
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
_;;t)o not add ice ti'om trays or bags to the storage (h'awex:
It may not crush or dispense well.
i)::A\'oid ove_tilling glass with ice and rise oI ilarrow glasses.
Backed-up ice can jam the chute or cause the door in the
chute to fl'eeze shut. If ice is blocking the chtKe, poke it
through with a wodden spoon.
i)::Be\'erages and toods should not be qtfick-chilled in the
ice storage (h'awe_: Cans, bottles or rood packages in the
storage drawer may cause the icemaker or auger to jam.
i_¢To kee I) dispensed ice fl'om missing the glass, put the
glass close to, but not touching, the dispenser opening.
:_1_Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you
selected CUBEDICE.This hapi)ens occasionally when a few
ctlbes accidentally get directed to the cmshex:
i)::_Mter crashed ice is dispensed, some water may (hi I) from
the chute.
_¢_Sometimes a small mound of snow will fi)rm on the door in
tlle ice chute, Tills condition is normal and usually occurs
when you haxe dispensed crushed ice repeatedl}: / /
The sn()x_ will exentually exal)ot_te,

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£ Handle glass 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_igerator
away fl'om tile wall. _M1types 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_igerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it straight in.
Moving tile refl_igerator 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 i'efl_]gei'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.
Turn on tile ICE OFFfeamre by pressing
and releasing the ICEOFF/LOCKpad on
the control panel (the [] icon displa?s)
and shut off tile water SUl)ply to tile
refl_igerat(m
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.
X4]/en using a hand truck to move the
refl_igerato_; do not rest tile fl'ont or back
ot the refl_igerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refrigerator. Handle
only fl'om the sides of the refl_igeratm:
Besuretherefrigeratorstaysin anupnght
positionduringmoving.
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Replacingthelightbulbs.
Refrigerator Lights
An authorized technician will need to
replace the I,ED light.
Freezer Light
CAUTION:ahtbulbsmaybebo_
Unplug the power cord fron/the outlet.
0 Pull drawer out to the stop position.
Rotate the shield down while pushing
it backwards to remove it.
Tt:u'n the bulb counterclockwise.
0 Replace with an appliance bulb ot the
Sallle oF lower wattage.
O Replace the shield.
0 Plug the refrigerator back in.
NOTE:Appliance bulbsmay be orderedfrom GE
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Model 26
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
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
• 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
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).
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TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
10 mm Socket
Adjustable Wrench Ratchet!Driver
1/4" Outer Diameter
Compression Nut
and Ferrule (sleeve) Phillips-Head Screwdriver
3/32", 1/8" and 4 mm
Allen Wrenches
1/8" Drill Bit and
Electric or Hand Drill
Flat-Head Screwdriver
Tape Measure
Pencil 1/4" Nut Driver
Wire Cutters Level
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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.
Sides 1/8" (3 mm)
Top 1" (25 mm)
Back 1" (25 mm)
REMOVING THE REFRIGERATORDOORS
• IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is35.6" 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.
• 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.
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REMOVE THE REFRIGERATORDOORS
[] Open the refrigerator doors.
[] Remove the two caps with a flat-head
screwdriver.
[] Remove the three screws on top with a Phillips-
head screwdriver.
[] Disengage the two electrical connectors.
[] To disconnect the water coupling, push in on the
gray color of the coupling and pull out the tubing.
[] Remove the two grounding cables with a Phillips-
head screwdriver.
[] Remove three 10 mm hex-head bolts (right
and left).
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CAUTION: When the bolts are
removed, the door may fall and cause personal
injury and/or damage to the door itself.

Installation instructions
REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR
DOORS (cont.)
[] Liftthe door straight up to remove.
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[] Remove the two hex-head bolts and two Phillips-
head screws from the center hinge. Set the hinge,
bolts and screw aside.
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REPLACINGTHE REFRIGERATORDOORS
[] Install the center hinge on each side.
[] Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge
pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble is
on the center hinge pin or inside door hinge pin
hole located in the bottom of the door.
[] Securely tape the door shut with masking tape
or have a second person support the door.
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REPLACING THE REFRIGERATOR
DOORS (cont.)
[] Insert the top hinge pin into the hinge hole on
top of the refrigerator door. Make sure the door
is aligned with the cabinet and opposite door.
Attach the hinge to the top of the cabinet. Do
not tighten bolts completely.
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[] On left-hand doors, 3ass the wires and water line
through the top hinge pin. Then connect the
water line and two connectors.
[] Attach the ground wire with a Phillips-head
screwdriver at the right and left hinge.
[] Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against
the cabinet and is not folded. Make sure the door
is straight and the gap between the doors is even
across the front. While holding the aligned door
in place, tighten the top hinge bolts.
[] Reconnect the two connectors at each side of the
top cap and reattach the three Phillips-head
screws on top.

Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.)
REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
[] Pull the freezer door open to full extension.
[] Remove the freezer bin by pulling both brackets
upward at the same time. (See page 8.)
[] Take out the lower basket by lifting the basket up
from the rail system. (See page 10.)
[] Remove the two 10 mm hex-head bolts from the
right and left side.
REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.)
[] Use the tip of a screwdriver to separate the rail
from the rail cover. -lilt the front end up and lift
the entire door.
[] Set the door front on a nonscratching surface.
[] Push the rail assemblies back into the cabinet.
-& CAUTION:Push both sides of the rail
assemblies back at the same time.
REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR
Two people may be required to complete
this procedure.
[] ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER
FRONT TO THE SLIDES
[] Pull out the rail assemblies to the full length on
each side of the cabinet.
-& CAUTION: Make sure to pull out the
side rails evenly.
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Installation Instructions
REPLACING THE FREEZERDOOR (cont.)
[] Hang the freezer door front onto open slots
on the sides.
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[] -[]ghten screws completely. (There are four
10 mm hex-head bolts.)
[] REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET
Replace the freezer basket by lowering it into
the frame.
REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.)
[] REPLACE THE FREEZER BIN
Hookthe ends of the freezer bin into both
brackets, and push down until they lock
into place. (See page 8.)
[] 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.
[] If you are using copper tubing, place a
compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto
the end of the tubing coming from the
house cold water supply.
If you are using the GE SmartConnect TM
tubing, the nuts are already assembled to
the tubing.

Installation instructions
INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.)
[] CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR
TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.)
[] If you are using copper tubing, insert
the end of the tubing into the refrigerator
connection, at the back of the refrigerator,
as far as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten the fitting.
If you are using GE SmartConnect TM
tubing, insert the molded end of the
tubing into the refrigerator connection,
at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten
the compression 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 position. You may need to pry
open the clamp.
Ferrule 1/4"
(sleeve) Compression
Refrigerator
Connection
SmartConnect T_
[] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY
Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house
water supply) and check for any leaks.
[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
See the grounding information attached to the
power cord.
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR HANDLE
Stainless steel:
O REMOVING
THE DOOR
HANDLE: Loosen
the set screws _
with the 3/32"
Allen wrench e
and remove
the handle.
Plastic handle:
Q REMOVING
THE DOOR
HANDLE: Slide
the handle up
and off of the
mounting
fasteners.
Mounting o
Fasteners
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to
be tightened or removed, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver.
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
HANDLE
Stainless steel and plastic handles:
O Loosen the set screws located on the underside
of the handle with the 1/8" Allen wrench and
remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to
be tightened or removed, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver.
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