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Safety Instructions ........... 2,3
Operating Instructions
Additional Features ................ 8
Automatic Icemaker ........... 11, 12
Care and Cleaning ............. 12-13
Controls ........................ /4-5
Crispers and Pans .................. 9
Freezer .......................... 10
Replacing the Light Bulbs .......... 1/4
Shelves and Bins ................. 7, 8
Water Filter ........................ 6
Installation Instructions
Installing the Anti-Tip
Floor Bracket .................. 16-17
Installing the Refrigerator ...... 18-22
Installing the Water Line ....... 30-32
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator ................... 15
Removing and Replacing the
Freezer Drawers ............... 23-26
Removing and Replacing
the Doors (Double Door
Refrigerator Models only) ...... 27-29
Troubleshooting Tips ...... 33-37
Normal Operating Sounds ......... 33
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ........ Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet .......... 45
Product Registration
for Canadian Customers ....... 41,/42
Product Registration
for U.S. Customers ............. B9,/40
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate ....... /46
Warrantg for Canadian
Customers ....................... 44
Warrantg for U.S.Customers ....... 4B
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Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label
on the right side, near the top of the
refrigerator compartment.
225D1804PO0149-60524 !O-07JR

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safetg precautions should be followed, including the following:
?,i:Thisrefrigerator must be properlu installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it isused.
:¢;_Donot allow childrento climb,stand or hang on the
shelvesin the refrigeratonThey could damage the
refrigerator and seriousluinjure themselves.
::_¢Donot touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skinmag stick to theseextremelu cold surfaces.
?_:Donot store or usegasolineor other flammable
vapors and liquidsin the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
:¢;_Keepfingers out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doors and between the
doors and cabinet are necessarilusmall.Becareful
closing doorswhen children are in the area.
_/i,Inrefrigerators with automatic icemakers,avoid
contact with the moving parts ofthe ejector
mechanism, or with the heating element that
releasesthe cubes.Donot placefingers or hands
on the automatic icemaking mechanism while
the refrigerator isplugged in.
::i:_;Unplugthe refrigerator before cleaning and making
repairs.
NOTE:Westrongly recommend that any servicing
beperformed by a qualifiedindividual.
_/i,Setting either or both controlsto O(off) does not
remove power to the light circuit.
_: Donot refreezefrozen foods which have
thawed completelu.
DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
Childentrapment and suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous_.evenif they will sit for 'just a few dags."
If Uouare getting rid of uour old refrigerator, please
follow the instructions belowto help prevent
accidents.
Before You ThrowAway Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer:
ij_:,Takeoff the doors.
!i_:Leavethe shelvesin place sothat children mag not
easiluclimb inside.
Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,
which under federal law must be removed prior
to product disposal. If gou are getting rid of an
old refrigeration product, check with the compang
handling the disposal about what to do.
USEOF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potentia! safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an extension cord.
However,if you must use an extension cord, it isabsolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed(inthe United States)
or aCSAcertified (inCanada),3-wire grounding tgpe appliance extension cord having a grounding tgpe plug
and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15amperes (minimum) and 120volts.

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WARNING!
HOW TOCONNECT ELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground)prong from the power card.
For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord ofthis appliance isequipped with
a 3-prong (grounding)plug which mates with a
standard 3-prong (grounding)wall outlet to
minimize the possibility of electricshock hazard
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checkedby a qualified
electrician to make surethe outlet isproperly
grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet isencountered,
it is your personalresponsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a propedy grounded 3-prong
wall outlet.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electricaloutlet which hasa voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
Thisprovides the best performance and alsoprevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
fire hazardfrom overheated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord.Always grip plug firmly and pull straight
out from the outlet.
Repairor replaceimmediately all power cords that
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that showscracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be
careful not to rollover or damage the power cord.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the controls with temperature settings.
EnerggSover Door Alarm
(Models with controls inside the refrigerator)
Hold for 3 Seconds
to _ctlvate LOCE
!_ ENERGYSAVERON
FREEZERJI REFRIGERATOR
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(Models with controls on the door)
NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls.
If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.
The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator
compartment and O°F for the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature
to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.
The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual
temperature in the refrigerator and freezer. The actual temperature may vary slightly
from the SET temperature based on usage and operating environment.
Setting either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator
compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
Changing the Temperature
For Controls-on-the-Door Models:
Models with External Dispensers:
To change the Refrigerator temperature:
AccessBy: Home > Refrigerator
Activate By: Usingthe arrows to select the desired
temperature. Youmust pressENTERto setthe new
temperature.
To change the Freezer temperature:
AccessBy: Home > Freezer
Activate By: Usingthe arrows to select the desired
temperature. Youmust pressENTERto setthe new
temperature.
Once the desired temperature has been set,the dispbg will
return to the HOMEscreenand show the settemperatures
underneath the actual temperature display for several
seconds.Severaladjustments may be required.Each time
you adjust the controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator
to reach the temperature you have set.
For Controls Inside the Refrigerator:
Opening the door dispbgs the actual temperature. To
change the temperature, presseither the WARMERor
COLDERtouch pods until the desiredtemperature is
displayed.
Oncethedesiredtemperaturehasbeenset,the
temperaturedisplaywillreturntotheactualrefrigerator
andfreezertemperaturesafter 5seconds.Several
adjustmentsmayberequired.
Eachtime youadjustcontrols,allow24hoursforthe
refrigeratorto reachthetemperatureyouhaveset.
Toturn thecoolingsystemoff,top theWARMERpodfor
eithertherefrigeratororthefreezeruntilthedisplayshows
OFF.Toturnthe unitbackon,pressthe COLDERpodfor
eithertherefrigeratororfreezer.ThenpresstheCOLDER
podagainand itwillgotothepresetpointsof O°Fforthe
freezerand37°Ffortherefrigerator.Settingeitheror both
controlsto OFFstopscoolinginboththefreezerand
refrigeratorcompartments,butdoesnotshutoffelectrical
powertotherefrigeratoE
Modelswith ExternalDispensers:
AccessBy: Home>Options>InformationandSettings>
CoolingSgstemOff
Toturnthecoolingsystembackon,pressthetouchscreen
andpresstheONbutton.
ActivateBy:PressingENTER.

About TurboCool.'"Ionsome models) ge.com
(on some models)
TURBOco_j
(onsomemodels)
How it Works
TurboCool rapidly cools the refrigerator
compartment in order to more quickly
coolfoods. UseTurboCool when adding a
large amount of food to the refrigerator
compartment, putting awag foods after theg
have been sitting out at room temperature or
when putting awag warm leftovers.It can
also be usedif the refrigerator hasbeen
without power for an extended period.
Onceactivated, the compressor will turn on
immediately and the fans will cgcle on and
off at high speed as neededfor eight hours.
The compressor will continue to run until
the refrigerator compartment cools to
approximately 34°F(I°C),then it will cycle
on and off to maintain this setting. After 8
hours,or if TurboCool ispressedagain, the
refrigerator compartment will return to the
original setting.
How to Use
Press TurboCooL The refrigerator
temperature displag willshow bE.
After TurboCool is complete, the
refrigerator compartment willreturn
to the original setting.
NOTES: The refrigerator temperature cannot
be changed during TurboCooL
The freezer temperature is not
affected during TurboCooL
When opening the refrigerator door
during TurboCool, the fans will
continue to run iftheg have
cgcled on,
About Door Alarm (onsome models)
The door alarm will sound if ang door isopen
for morethan 2 minutes.The beeping stops
when gou close the door.
(on some models)
.i oooALARM i
(on some models)
Energg Saver
(on some models)
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(onsomemodels)
About Energy Saver (onsomemodels)
This product is equipped with an Energg
Saverfeature. The refrigerator isshippedwith
the EnerggSaverfeature enabled.
Overtime, moisture can form on the front
surface of the refrigerator cabinet and cause
rust. If moisture doesappear on the front
surface of the refrigerator cabinet, turn off
the EnerggSaverfeature bg pressing and
releasingthe ENERGYSAVERpad on the
control panel.

About the water filter. (onsome models)
Water Filter
Hold 3 Secs
(on some models)
RESET
FILTER
(on some models)
Water Filter Cartridge
Thewater filter cartridge islocated in the
back upperright corner of the refrigerator
compartment.
When to Replace the Filter
Thereisa replacement indicator light for the
water filter cartridge on the temperature
display.Thislight will turn orange to tell you
that you need to replacethe filter soon.The
filter cartridge should be replacedwhen the
replacement indicator light turns red or if the
flow ofwater to the dispenseror icemaker
decreases.
On models with external dispensers, the top
of the LCD screen will display, "Replace
Water Filter."
Installing the Filter Cartridge
O If you are replacingthe cartridge, first
remove the old one. Openthe cartridge
cover bg pressingin on the tab atthe
front and pulling down.
O Removethe cartridge bg slowlg rotating
it counterclockwise. A small amount of
water may drip down.
CAUTION: airhosbeen
trapped in the S_lstem,thefilter cartridge may
be ejectedasit isremoved.Usecaution when
removing.
Removethe protective foilfrom the end
of the cartridge.
Lining upthe arrow on the cartridge and
the cartridge holder,slowlg rotate the
cartridge clockwiseuntil it stops. When
the cartridge isproperlg installed,gou will
feel it "click"as it locksinto place.The grip
on the end ofthe cartridge should be
positioned verticallg. Do not overtighten.
Closethe cartridge coveE
O Runwater from the dispenserfor
3 minutes (about 1V2gallons)to clear
the sgstem and prevent sputtering.
SeeToUsethe Dispensersection.
Pressand hold the RESETWATERFILTER
pad for 3 seconds.
NOTE:A newlg-installed water filter cartridge
may cause water to spurt from the
dispenseE
Filter Bypass Plug
Youmust usethe filter bgpass plug when a
replacement filter cartridge is not available.
The icemakerwill not operate without the
filter or filter bgpass plug.
Replacement Filters:
Toorder additional filter cartridges
in the United States, visit our Website,
ge.com, or call GEParts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
Filter Model GSWF
Customersin Canada should consult
the gellow pagesfor the nearest Mabe
ServiceCenteE
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About the shelves and bins. gecom
Not all features are on all models.
Some modelshave wire shelvesthat
can be adjusted in thesame mannec
Rearranging the Shelves
Shelvesin the refrigerator compartment are adjustable.
Refrigerator Compartment
Toremove:
0 Removeall itemsfrom the shelf.
0 Tilt the shelf up at the front.
0 Liftthe shelf up at the back and bring
the shelf out.
Toreplace:
While tilting the shelf up,insert the top
hook at the back of the shelf in a slot on
the track.
Lowerthe front ofthe shelf until the
bottom of the shelf locksinto place.
i0Spillproof Shelves Ionsome models)
Spillproofshelveshavespecial edgesto help
prevent spillsfrom dripping to lower shelves.
To remove or replacethe shelves,see
RearrangingtheShelves.
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf Ionsome models)
The slide-out spillproof shelf allows Sou to
reach items stored behind others.Thespecial
edgesare designedto help prevent spillsfrom
dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove:
Removeall items from shelf.
Slidethe shelf out until it stops.
Lift thefront edge of the shelf untilthe
central tabs are above the front bar
Continue pulling the shelf forward until
it can be removed.
Toreplace:
Placethe rear shelftabsjust in front of
the central notches on the shelf frame.
Slidethe shelf in until the central tabs are
slightlg behind the front bat
Lowerthe shelf into place until it is
horizontal and slidethe shelf in.
Hake surethat theshelf sitsflat after
reinstallotionand doesn'tmove freelL]from
sideto side.
Hake sureSou push theshelvesall the wag in
beforeSou closethe door

About the shelves and bins.
Adjustable Bins on the Door
Adjustable bins can easily be carried from
refrigerator to work area.
Toremove: Lift bin straight up,then pull out.
Toreplace or relocate: Slidein the binjust
above the molded door supports,and push
down. Thebin will lock in place.
Thesnugger helps prevent tipping, spilling
or slidingof small items stored on the door
shelf.Gripthe finger hold near the rear of the
snugger and move itto fit gour needs.
Non-Adjustable Bins on the Door
Toremove: Lift the bin straight up,then
pull out.
Toreplace: Engagethe bin in the molded
supports on the door and push down. It will
lock in place.
About the additional features.
Not all features are on all models.
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Non-Adjustable Beverage Rack
Toremove: Lift the rack straight up, then pull
out.
Toreplace: Engagethe rack inthe molded
supports on the door and push down. It will
lock in place.
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About the crispers and pans. ge.com
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excesswater that mag accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers or under the drawers
should be wiped dry.
Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)
Slidethe control all the wag to the Slidethe control all the wag to the LOW
HIGHsetting to provide higher humiditg setting to providelower humiditg levels
recommended for most vegetables, recommended for most fruits.
Adjustable Temperature Dell Pan (onsome models)
Slidethe control all the wag to the left for the
coldesttemperature.
LOCKS
Toremove:
0 Removethe fruit and vegetable drawers.
0 Pullthe drawer out to the stop position.
How to Remove and Replace the Dell Pan
Toreplace:
Hake sure all four swing locksare in the
unlock position.
Placethe sidesof the drawer into the
drawer supports, making surethe swing
locksfit on the drawer slots.
Lock all four swing locksbg rotating them
to the lock position.
Lift the lid to accessthe 4swing locks.
Rotateall four swing locksto the unlock
position.
Lift thefront of the drawer up and out.
Lowerthe lid and slidein the drawee
Replacethe fruit and vegetable drawers.

About the freezer.
Not all features are on all models.
Appearance and features may vary
Freezer Shelves and Baskets
0 Ashelf above the ice storage bin
0 Afull-width upper basket in top drawer
An ice storage bin
A shallow full-width upper basket in
bottom drawer
A deep full-width lower basket in
bottom drawer
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Appearance may vary
Basket Removal (Top Drawerl
Toremove the full-width basket on top
freezer drawer models:
Openthe top freezer drawer until it stops.
Thefreezer basket restson the inside
tabs on the drawer slides.
Liftthe front end ofthe basketso that the
front two alignment tabs come out of the
slidebracket first. Then rotate the front
edge of the basket up while lifting the
remaining two rear alignment tabs out
ofthe slidebracket.
Make surethe plastic sleevesremain
attached to the 4 slots on the slide
brackets.
When replacing the full-width basket:
Tiltthe basket back and lower it down into
the drawen Rotatethe basketto a horizontal
position and press it down into the
4 alignment tabs.
NOTE:Alwags be surethat all 4 basketslots
are engaged in the slidebrackets before
sliding back into the freezeE
Appearance may varg
Appearance may varg
Basket Removal (Bottom Orawerl
Toremove the full-width upper basket:
Openthe bottom freezer drawer until
it stops.
Pullthe basket out to the stop location.
Liftthe basket up at the front to releaseit
from the slides.
Liftthe back up and out of the slide.
To remove the deep full-width lower basket:
Openthe bottom freezer drawer until
it stops.
Liftthe rear of the basketup sothe two
rear alignment tabs are pulled out of the
slidebracket.
Rotatethe basket up and out of the
drawee
When replacing the full-width upper basket:
Drop the upper rear wire rail ofthe basket
into place behind the plastic tabs.Thendrop
the front end of the basket into place and
slidethe basket back into the closedposition.
NOTE:Alwags be sureto fullg closethis
basket.
When replacing the deep full-width lower
baske_.
Lower the front end ofthe basket into
position sothat the two front alignment tabs
enter the slidebracket. Thenlower the rear of
the basket into place, ensuringthe two rear
alignment tabs are pressedinto placein the
slidebracket.
NOTE:Alwags be surethat all 4 basketslots
are engaged in the slidebrackets before
sliding back into the freezeE
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