GE PSI23MCMABB and Safety guide

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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4
Operating Instructions
Additional Features ............. 9
Automatic Icemaker ........... 11
Care and Cleaning .......... 13, 14
Ice and _4'ater Dispenser ........ 12
Refiigerator Doors ............. 9
Replacing the Light Bulbs ....... 15
Shelves and Bins ............. 7, 8
Crispers and Pans ............. 10
TemperaUlre Controls ........... 5
VCater and FreshSaver TM Fihers .... 6
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the Refligeramr . ........... 22, 23
Removing and Replacing Doors . .21
Trim Kits and Panels ........ 16-20
h'ater Line Installation ...... 24-28
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 30-32
Normal Operating Sounds ...... 29
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..... Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ........ 36
Product Registration ........ 33, 34
State of California _'ater
Treatment Device Certificam ..... 37
¼'arranty (Canadian) ........... 38
h'arranty (U.S.) ............... 39
Models21,23,25,27,and29
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Write the model and serial numbers here:
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Find these nmnbers on a label inside
the refl'igerator compartment at the
top on the right side. 200D2600PO09 49-60157 07-01JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
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:
_,':;This refl-igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with tl/e Installation
h_structions beiore it is used.
_,':;Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in tile refl'igerato_: They could
damage tile refligerator and seriously iqitu'e
themselves.
:)::Do not touch the cold surli_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin may stick to these extremely cold surii_ces.
i,;:Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\:q_o_s and liquids in tile vicinity oI this or any
other appliance.
i,_:;In refiigerato_s with atltOll/atic icemake_s,
avoid comact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heaOng
element located on tl/e bottom of tile icemake_:
Do not place finge_s or hands on tile automatic
icemaking mechanism while the reti_igerator
is plugged in.
i,_:;Keep finge_s out _ff tl/e "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_ and between
the (loo_s and cabinet are necessmilv small.
Be careful closing (loo_s when children are
in the area.
i/:;Unplug tile refrigerator betore cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE."We stronglyrecommendthatany servicingbe
performedby a quafified individual.
i/:;Setting either or both controls to 0 (0If)does not
remove power to the light circuit.
::NDo not refl'eeze fl'ozen foods which have
thawed complemly.

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DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrai)ment and suffocation are not i)rol)lems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refl_igeratm_ are
still dangerous...even if they will sit fin" "just a few
days." If you are getting rid of yore" old reflJgeratoi;
please ti_llow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
i_i;:Take off the dome.
i_ I,eaxe the shelves in place so that children ma)
not easilx climb inside.
CFCDisposal
Ymr old refi_igerator may have a cooling system
that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are
believed to ham_ stratospheric ozone.
If you are throwing away yore" old reflJgeratoi; make
sure the CFC refl_igerant is removed fin" proper
disposal by a qualified se_'ice_: If you intentionally
release this CFC reflJgerant you can be subject to
fines and impfisomnent under provisions of
enviromn enml legislation.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.
However, ifxou must use an extension cord, it is absolutelx necessary that it be a UITlisted (in the United
States) or a (;SA-listed (in (_anada), 3-wire grom_ding type appliance extension cord haxing a grom_ding
type I)lu°_ and outlet and that the electrical rating, of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 xolts.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
a, WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which inates with
a standard 3-prong (gromMing) wall outlet to
minimize the possibili F of electric shock hazard
fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
is prol)erly grotmded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it is
yore" personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a i)roperly grotmded
3-prong wall outlet.
The reli_igerator should always be plugged into
its own individual electrical outlet which has
a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best perfin_nance and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.
Never tmi)lug )'ore" refl]gerator bv pulling on the
power cord. Mways grip plug firefly aim pull
straight out fl'om the outlet.
Repair or replace ilmnediately all power coMs that
have becolne fl'ayed or otherwise dalnaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
\A]_en moving the refl{gemtor away fl'om the
wall, be careflll not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Adapterp/ugsnotpermittedincanada)
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
Howevet; if' you, must use an adapter; where local
codes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made
to a l)roperly grotmded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UI Aisted adapter a\:lilable at m()st local
hai'dware stores.
The linger slot in the adapter must be aligned Mth
the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper
polafi F in the com_ecfion of the power cord.
When disconnecting the power cord fl'om the
a(lapte_; alwa_:s hold the adapter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord l)lug with the
other hand. If this is not done, the adapter gmtmd
temfinal is very likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter grotmd temfinal breaks, DO NOT
USEthe refrigerator tmfil a l)roper grotmd has
been established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance un/ess the
cover screw is metal, and not ihsu/ated, and the waft
outlet is grounded through the house wiring. Youshou/d
have the circuit checkedby a qualified e/ectriclan to make
sure the outlet is proper/y grounde_
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, vvvvw.GEAppliances.com
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The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 5for both the
refrigerator and freezer compartments. Allow 24 hours for the
temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.
Several adjustments may be required. Each time you adjust controls,
allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you
have set.
Setting either or both controls to 0stops cooling in both the freezer
and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power
to the refrigerator.
Controlsettings will vary based on personal preferences, usage, and
operating conditions and may require more than one adjustment.
NOTE: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the
temperature contre/s./f this film was not removed during installation,
removeit now.
PerformanceAir FlowSystem
The Pet-fi)nnance Air How System is designed to ma_mize temi)erature control in the refrigerator and
fl'eezer comi)artments. This tmique special fbattu'e consists of the Air Tower along the top and back walls of
the refl_igerator and the Air Ttmnel on the bottom portion of the fl'eezer rear wall. Plating ti_od in fl'ont of
the lou\'ets on these components will not affect i)et-fk)nnance. _Mthough the Air Tower and the Air Ttmnel
can be removed, doing so will aftect temperattu'e perfbm/ance. (For remo_:fl instructions, on-line, 24 hotu_
a da); contact us at _vw.GEAl)pliances.com or call 800.GE.(:ARES. In Canada, contact us at
w_v,geappliances,ca or call 1,800,361,3400,)

Aboutthe water andFreshSaverTMfilters.
On some models
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in the
back tipper fight corner of the refl_gerator
conlpartmeilt.
When to Replace the Filter
There is a replacement indicator light for
'_ the water filter cartridge on the dispenser.
This light will turn orange to tell you that
you need to replace the filter soon,
The filter cartridge should be replaced
when the replacement indicator light turns
red or if the flow of water to the dispenser
or icemaker decreases,
Place the top of fl?ecartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to theright. Installing the Filter Cartridge
0 If you are rei_lacino_ the cartridge, ti_t
remoxe the old one by slowl) turning
it to the letL Do not pull down on the
cmtridge, A small amount of water
may drip down.
Fill the replacement cartridge with
water fl'om the tap to allow fi)r better
flow fl'om the dispenser immediately
alter installation.
RESETWATERFILTER
HOLD3SECS
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Lining up the arrow on the cartridge
and the cartridge holder, place the
top of the new cartridge up inside
the holdex; Do not push it up into
the holder:
Slowly turn it to the right tmfil the filter
cam_idge stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
_s you turn the cartridge, it will
automatically raise itself into position.
Cartridge will rotate about 1/4 turn.
0 Run water fl'om the dispenser tot
3 minutes (about one and a half
gallons) to dear the system and
prevent sputtering.
Press and hold the RESETWATERFILTER
pad on the dispenser for 3 seconds.
NOTE:AnewEqnstalled water filter
cartridge may cause water to spurt fl'om
the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
Y)u must use the filter bypass plug when
a replacement filter cartridge is not
available, The dispenser and the icemaker
will not operate without the filter or filter
bypass plug.
Replacement Filters:
To order additional filter cartridgesin
the United States, visit our Website,
www.GEAppliances.com,or call
GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
(;X,_ F
Suggested Retail $34.95
Customer5 in Canada should consult
the _ellow pages fi)r the nearest Cameo
Serx ice Center;
FreshSave# _Filter
This filter is located inside the fl'esh
produce (h'awe_:
The filter should last approximately
eight yems.

Abouttheshelvesandbins. vvww.GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Refrigerator bin
Freezer tilt-out bin
Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
LargeBins
The larger reti_igerator door bins and
fl'eezer tilt-out door bins are ac!iustable.
To remove: i]fi the fl'ont of the bin straight
up, then lift up and out.
Toreplaceorrelocate:Engage the back side
of the bin in the molded SUl)ports oI the
doo_; Then push down on the fl'ont of the
bin. gin will lock in place,
SmallBins
The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shel£ Place a finger on either side oI the
snugger near the rear and move it back
and fl)rth to fit your needs.
Toremove: Lift the fl'ont of the bin straight
up then out.
Toreplace: Position the bin above the
rectangular molded supports on the (loo_;
Then slide the bin down onto the support
to lock it in place,

Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Not all features are on all models.
Press tab andpull shelf
forward to remove
Slide-Out Spillpmof Shelf
The slide-out spillproof shelf allows )ou
to reach items stored behind othe_. The
special edges are designed to hel I) pre',ent
spills fl'om dripping to lower shelxes.
Toremove:
Slide the shelf out tmtil it reaches the stop,
then press down on the tab and slide the
shelf straight out.
To replace or relocate:
I,ine the shelf up with the suI)ports and
slide it into place. The shelf can be
repositioned when the door is at 90 ° or
more. To reposition the shelf, slide the shelf
past the stops and angle downward. Slide
shelf down to the desired position, line up
with the sui)ports and slide into place.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
QuickSpace TM Sheff
This shelf splits in half and slides trader
itself for storage of tall items on the shelf
below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced
or relocated just like Slide-Out Spillpro_ff
Shelves.
On some models, this shelf can not be used
in the lowest position.
Freezer Baskets
Toremove, slide out to the stopposition,
lift the ti'ont past the stop position, and
slide out.
Makesureyoupushthebasketsall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
i ¸¸i /(j Slide-Out Freezer Shelves
Toremove, slide out to the stopposition,
lift the ti'ont past the stop position, and
slide out.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
)Fixed Freezer Shelves
Toremove,lift the shelf uI) at the left side
and then bring the shelf out.

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Not all features are on all models.
Removable Beverage Rack
The beverage rack is designed to hold
a bottle on its side. It can be attached
to any slide-out shel£
Toinstall'.
Line up the large part oI the slots on
the top of the rack with the robs tamer
the shelf.
Then slide the rack back to lock it
in place,
Aboutthe refrigeratordoors.
Refrigerator Doors
The reflJgerator doox_ may teel difli_rent
than the ones you are used to. The special
door opening/closing teattli'e illakes Stli'e
the (loo_ close all the way and are secm'elv
sealed.
When opening and closing the door you
will notice astop position, If the door is
opened past this stop point, the door will
remain open to allow you to load and
tmload fi_od more easily: When the door
is only partially open it will automatically
close.
The resist;race wm teel at the stop
position will be reduced as the door
is loaded with fi_od.
When the door is only partially open
it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will
stay open.

Aboutthe crispersandpans.
Not all features are on all models.
Fru# and Vegetable Crispers
Excess water that may accunmlate in tile
bottom of the (lrawei_ should be wiped dry.
On some models the bottom drawer has
a cover that slides back as the drawer is
opened. This allo_vs fllll access to the
drawei: _&sthe drawer is closed, the cover
will slide torward into its original position.
HI _ LO
0
Adjustable Humidity Crispers
Slide the control all the way to the HI
setting, to l)r°xicle high humidity
reconllnended tor inost xegetnbles.
Slide tile control all tile way to tile LO
,settiw,_ to proxide lower humidit} le_ els
reconllnended fi)r inost fl'uits.
Convertible Meat Pan
Tile convertible meat pan has its own
cold air duct to allow a stream of cold air
fI'oI/1 tile fl'eezer COI/ll)}lI'tIllent to [lOW to
tile pail
Thevariabletemperaturecontrolregulates
tile air flow ti'om tile Climate KeepeI:
Set tile control to tile coldest setting to
store fresh i/leats.
Set tile control to coldto convert tile pan
to nomml refi_igerator teinperamre and
provide extra vegetable storage space. The
cold air duct is turned off'. Variable settings
between these extremes can be selected,
About crisper removal
Not all features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
Crispel_ can easily be removed by pulling
tile drawer straight out and lifting tile
drawer up and _wer tile stop location.
If the door prevents you fl'om taldng ()tit
the draweI_, fil_t ti T to remove the door
bins, If this does not offer enough
clem'ance, the reflJgerator will need to
be rolled fl/rward until tile door opens
enough to slide tile (hawe_ out. In some
cases, when you r(/ll tile refl_igerator out,
you will need to re(we tile refl_igeiator
to tile left or right as you roll it out.
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Aboutthe automaticicemaker, vvww.GEAppliances.com
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power Automatic/cemaker If ice is not used fl'equently, old ice cubes
Switch will become cloud}, taste stale and shrh_k.
Icemaker
If ice cubes get stuck in the icemakel, tile
green power light will blink. To correct this,
PowerLght !fArm
set the power switch to 0 (Of/)and remove
the cubes. Set the power switch to /{On)to
restart the icemaker. _Mter the icemake_ has
been turned on again, the_e will be a delay
of about 45 minutes beik)re the icemaker
resumes operation.
NOTE"/n homeswith lower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayhear the/?emakercycb mult))b
tbTeswhenmakbgonebatchof ira
Pull the upper freezer shelf straight
out to access the icemaker. Always
besure toreplace the shelf. The
shelf can be used for storage.
The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle---appro_mately 100-130 cubes
in a 24-hem" period, depending on fl'eezer
COlllpalq_l//ent telllpel'attlIe, rOOl/l
temperature, number of door openings
and other use conditions.
If the refligerator is operated betbre the
water c(mnection is made to the icemake_;
set the power switch in the 0 (o_)position.
When the re/iigerator has been c(mnected
to the water supply; set the l)O_,_erswitch to
the / (on) position.
The icemaker will fill with _ater _d_en it
cools to 15°ff (-10° C). A newl}qnstalled
beginref]igerat°rma,tal<emaldngice cubes.12to 24 houls to
Throw away tile filst _bw batches (>iice to
allow the water line to clear
Be sure nothing interibres with the s*_eep
of the tbeler arm,
When the bin fills to the level (>f"the feeler
arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice,
It is nomml ior se\ end cubes to be joined
togethel:
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Ice Storage Drawer
Toaccess ice, pull the drawer forward.
Toremove the drawer, pull it straight out and
lift it past the stop location.
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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.
On some models
SpillShelf
To Use the Dispenser
Select CUBEDICE _, CRUSHEDICE
or WATER_.
Press the glass gently against the top ot the
dispenser cradle.
The spill shelf is not self-draining. To
reduce water spotting, the shelf and its
grille should be cleaned regularly:
If no water is dispensed when the refn_?eratoris
first insta//ed, there may be air in the water fine
system. Pressthe dispenser arm for at/east two
minutes to remove trapped air from the water
fine and to fl// the water system. Toflush out
impurities in the water fine, throw away the first
six g/assfu/s of water
CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other
objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.
Lockingthe Dispenser
@ Press the LOCKCONTROL
....... pad fi>r 3seconds t(>
lock the dispenser and
c )ntrol panel To
LOCKCONTROL ,,,llock, l>,'essand
HOLD3SECS hold the pad again
fin" 3 seconds.
Dispenser Light
This pad turns tile night
and off. The light also
comes on when the
dispenser cradle is
pressed. If this light
bm'ns out, it should be
replaced with a 6 watt
12 V maximmn bulb.
OuickIce
\,\]/en you need ice
in a hmTy, press this
pad to speed up ice
production. This will
increase ice production
QUICK ICE for tile fi)llowing
48 horns or tmdl you
press the pad again.
OoorAlarm
@ To set the alamo, press
this pad tmtil the
indicator light comes
on. This alam_ will
so/md if either door is
open Jk)i" illOi'e tl/_lIl
3 minutes. The light
goes ()ut and the
beeping stops when
VO/I close the door
DOOR ALARM
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Important Facts About Your Dispenser
_i;Do not add ice fl'om trays or bags to
the storage (h'awe_: It may not crush or
dispense well•
N Avoid ovedilling glass with ice and use of
narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can jam
the chute or cause the door in the chute
to fl'eeze shut. ]f ice is blocking the
chute, poke it through with a wooden
Sl)OOn.
N Beverages and fi)ods should not be
qtfick-chilled in the ice storage (h'awe_:
Cans, bottles or fi)od packages in the
storage drawer may cause the icemaker
or auger to jam.
_i;T() keep dispensed ice ti'()m missing
the glass, put the glass close t(), but not
t()uching, the dispenser opening.
Yi;Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
though you selected CUBEDICE.This
happens occasionally when a tew cubes
accidentally get directed to the crusher.
N_Mter crushed ice is dispensed, some
wamr may drip ti'om the chute.
N Sometimes a small molmd of snow will
fi)m_ on the door in the ice chute. This
condition is nomml and usually occm_
when you have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly. The snow will eventually
eval)orate.

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Ice Storage Drawer on
Dispenser Models
To remove:
Set the icemaker power switch to the
0 (off) position. Pull the drawer straight out
and then lilt past the stop position.
Toreplace:
_._]_en replacing the (lmwe_; be sure to
press it firefly into place. If it does not go
all the way back, remove it and rotate the
drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the
drawer back again.
Careand cleaningoftherefrigerator.
Dispenser drip area.
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser drip area, (on some models)
beneath the grille, shotfld be wiped (h T. Water
lett in this area may leave deposits. Remove
the deposits by adding tmdiluted vinegar to
the well. Soak tmfil the deposits disappear
or becoIlle loose enotlgh to IJnse awav,
The dispenser cradle (on some models).
Befi)re deaning, lock the dispenser by
pressing and holding the LOCK CONTROL
pad tor 3 seconds. Clean with w;mn
water and baking soda solution--about
a tnblespoon (l 5 ml) ot baking soda to
aquart (l liter) of water: Rinse thoroughly
and wipe drx;
The door handles and trim. Clean with
acloth dampened with soalu water;
Dry with asoft cloth.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with aclean
cloth lightly daml)ened with kitchen
al)pliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent.
D_T and polish with aclean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel. Thesemay leave a residue
that can erode the painL Do not use scouring
pads,powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of
baking soda in the fl'esh tood and fl'eezer
COil] pa I'tlll ents,
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this
is not practical, wring excess moisture out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution--
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to aquart (l liter) oI water This both
cleans and neutralizes od(n5. Rinse and
wipe drx;
Use of any cleaning solution other than that
which is recommended, especially those that
contain petroleum distillates, can crack or
damage the interior of the refrigerator.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference
may cause them to break. Handie g/ass shelves
carefull_z Bumping tempered giass can cause
it to shatter
Donot washanyp/asticrefngeratorpartsin the
dishwasher
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Careand cleaningof therefrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be careflll when moving the refl_igerator
away flx)m the wall. MI types ot floor
coverings can be dmnaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
elllbossed s/irtilces.
Pull the reti_igerator straight out and retm'n
it to position by pushing it straight in.
Moving the refrigerator in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor covering
or refl_igeratm:
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure
you don't rofl over the power cord or icemaker
supply line {onsome models).
Preparing for Vacation
For long \;ications or absences, rei//ove
fi)od and Ulq)lug the refl_igeratoi: Clean
the interior with a baking soda solution
of one tablespoon (15 inl) of baking soda
to one quart (1 liter) of watei: i,eave the
dooI's open,
Set the icelnaker power switch to the
0 (Off)position aim shut off the water supply
to the reflJgerato_:
If the temperature can drop below
fl'eezing, have a qualified servicer drain the
water supply system (on some models) to
prevent serious propei F dainage due to
flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secm'e all loose items such as shelves and
(h'awe_ by taping them secm'ely in place
to prevent damage.
X4]mn using a hand truck to move the
refligeratot; do not rest the fl'ont or back of
the refrigerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refrigerator: Handle
only fl'om the sides of the refrigerator:
Be sure the refngerator stays in an upnght
position during moving.
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Replacingthelightbulbs, vvvvw.GEAppliances.com
Setting either or both controls to 0does not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light
.................0 0
Unplug the refl'igerator.
The bulbs are located at the top ot the
compartment, inside the light shield.
On some models, a screw at the front of
the light shield will have to be removed.
@To remoxe the light shield, press in on
the tabs on the sides of the shield and
slide torward and out. @
_Mter replacing the bulb with an
appliance bulb ot the same or lower
wattage, replace the light shield and
sci'e_:s (on SOlne models). When
replacing the light shield, make sure
that the tabs at the back of the shield fit
into the slots at the back ot the light
shield housing.
Plug the refl'igerator back in.
Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light
This light is located above the top drawe_
O Unplug the refl-igerator
@ Remove the convertible meat drawer
control knob by pulling straight out.
i]fi the light shield up and pull it out.
@ _Mter replacing the bulb with an
appliance bulb of the salne or lower
watta{m_, replace the shield and
the knob.
0 Plug the refrigerator back in.
Freezer Compartment
0
@Un_I)lug, the refl-igerator, .
Remoxe the shelf just aboxe the light
shield. (The shelf will be easier to
remoxe if it is emptied fi_t.) On some
models, a screw at the top of the light
shield will need to be remoxed.
O To remoxe the light shield, press in on
the sides, and lift up and out.
Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield. When
reinstalling the light shield, make
sure the top tabs snap securely
into place. Replace the screw (on
some models).
0 Reinstall the shelf and plug the
refrigerator back in.
Dispenser
[, , •
OUn )lug the refl-igerator
The bulb is located on the
dispenser trader the control panel.
Remoxe the light bulb b) tm'ning it
cotmterclockwise.
Replace the bulb with a bulb of the
same size and wattage.
O Plug the refrigerator back in.
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Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.
For CustomStyle rMmodels
Read theseinstructionscompletely and carefully.
BeforeYouBegin
Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to install door panels. You can order pre-cut
black, white, almond, bisque, or stainless steel 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 1/4" (6 ram) thick, you need to create afiller panel, such as 1/8"
(3 ram) cardboard, that will fit 1)etween the fi_ce of the door and the wood l)anel. If you are installing the
l)re-cut decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of the
decorator or wood panel and the filler panel shotfld be 1/4" (6 mm).
Panels 1/4"(6 mm)thick or less
1/4"(6 mm) Max.
3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel
A raised panel design screwed or glued to a]/4" (6 ram) thick backing, or a3/4" (] 9 ram) routed board
can be used. The raised i)ortion of the panel must be tifl)ricated to i)emfit clearances of at least 2" (5.1 cm)
fi'om the handle side fl)r fingertip clearance.
Panels thicker than 1/4" (6 ram), u I) to 3/4" (l 9 ram) ma_mtun, will reqtfire that the outer 5/16"
(8 ram) of panel perimeter be no thicker than 1/4' (6 ram).
Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:
FreshFood38Ibs.(17kg)max.
FreezerDoor28Ibs.(13kg)max.
Panels thicker than 1/4" (6 mm)
5/16"(8 mm)
1/4"(6 ram)
ThickBacking
! :nm>
1i[11 I-""_ Refrigerator
Door
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Trimkits.
Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels
FreezerPanel
WithoutDispenser
FreezerPanel
With Dispenser FreshFoodPanel
i i
t
5/16"
(8mm}
Cut 1/8"
out-_I ',_- (3ram)
cm) 1V?'
(6.4cm)
37%"
(95.6cm)
lY?'
-_t -,,- (2.9cm)
1-2½,,
(6.4cm)
679,/s2"
(171cm}
FRONT
4--_ 141%Z'
(36.8cm) 2¼s"
52 cm)
I, t
V t
(2.5cm)
Cut 1/8"
out --_I 14-(3mm}
',
i i
.... _1 [
tI11¼'i
5/16" (28.6cm}
(8ram} --_1
17%" --_
(46.4cm)
1I_"
4- {2.9cm)
Z2½"
(6.4cm}
4 11A"
_!*-{ 2.9cm)
4_F' [_ T _2½"
(10.3cm) '_ ZL (6.4cm}
FRONT
_-- 141%Z"
(36.8cm} 2_F'
33%" (5.2cm)
(85.4cm) _,
I, t
12.5cm}
11_"
(2.9cm)--_
2½"
(6.4cm)
(2.9cm)--_
2½"_
(6.4cm}
21_6 '*
(5.2cm)
1/8'* Cut
(3mm)--_I I'*- out
, L=---- _ 5/16'*
ll¼"t T---} (Smm}
(28.6cm}|
° /
37%"
(95.6cm)
d67%2'*
(171cm)
FRONT
r
t--_., L4--
(2.5cm)
The areas at the top of the panels need to be cut out (4
the panels. The shaded areas indicate areas that n]ust
be routed out about 5/32" (4 ram) on the back side of
panels 1/4" (6 ram) thick or more. D)r panels less than
1/4" (6 ram) thick, these areas can be cut out ot the
filler panels.
i_1 Depthofmaterial
toberoutedout
I I 11 ,, ,.
I(2.9cm)
1/4'*
(6mm) TFront
5/32"
(4mm} ExampleofRouting
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Insertingthedoorpanels.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
0Loosenthe TopTrim onthe Freezer and Refrigerator Doors.
Using a T-20 Torx (lrke_; loosen the two scre_s
attaching the Top Trim about l /4" (6 IllI//).
@Insert the Freezer Panel and Refrigerator Panel
I,ifl the Top Trim up 1/4" (6 ram) and carefully Ifyour model has a dispenser and/or a
push the fl'eezer panel in tmtil it slides into the slot Refreshment Center; this step only applies
behind the door handle. Push the filler panel to the top panels.
(required with some door panels) in behind the
decorator panel. Repeat fin" reii_igerator panel.
@Insert the Bottom Panel (for models with a dispenser and/or a Refreshment Center).
Careflflly push the panel in tmtil it slides into the
slot behind the door handle. Push the filler panel
(required with some door panels) in behind the
decorator panel.
Hand tighten the two screws on the Top Trim.
Cut-Out
SideTrim
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0Install the Side Trim.
These pieces are tucked inside the refl_igerator door
handle.
Donotremovetheprotectivefilm on theoutsideof the
SideTnmuntil theSideTrimisinstallecL
Fit the l)ottom of the Side Trim under the Bottom
Trim as illustrated.
Hold the Side Trim against the fl'ont ti_ce of the
decorator panels and fit the Side Trim m_der
the Top Trim. Make sure the Side Trim is fitted
correctly and that you are satisfied with the
appearance of all the parts before pulling the
tape line_:
0Secure the Side Trim.
Place one hand between the two pieces of tape
liner and hold the Skle Trim firefly against the
panels and the side of the doo_:
Pull the top tape liner up about 3" (80 ram),
pressing the trim with yore" hand as the adhesive
is exposed to the doo_: Then pull the bottom
tape liner down about 3" (80 ram). Follow the
tape with your hand, pressing the trim adhesive
against the (loo_:
()3nfinue pulling the tape liner loose, alternating
between the top and bottom and pressing the Side
Trim against the doo_:
Remove the Protective Film From the Outside of the Side Trim.
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Installingand removingpreviouslyinstalled decoratorpanels.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Removing the Handles
In order to remove the decorator panels and replace
with new panels you need to remove the handles.
A T-20Torxdriveris neede_
O i,oosen and remove the 2screws in the
Top Trim.
O I,oosen and remove the 2 screws in the bracket
that attaches the Handle to the top of the Dora:
_ (;rip the Handle firefly and slide upwards.
O S 0 S O 'S 0
The ke_h le,d ts n the Handle,dide ffthe
b/l[[ons on [lie dooi:
0 Open the door and slide out the decorator
panels.
TopTrimScrews
BracketScrews
Bracket
Bu_ons
Slots
Inserting the Door Panels
Before installing the decorator panels, make sure they have been routed out in the proper areas as shown in the
beginning of this section. Slide in the panels to perform a trial fit before fastening down the Handle and Top Trim.
Installing the Handles
Once the panels are fitted properly, install the Handle and Top Trim.
0 Slide the keyhole slots on the Handle down
onto the buttons mounted to the fi_ce of the
doo_: Slide the Handle downward tmtil the
bracket at the top of the Handle fits flush on
the top of the d{}{m
O Replace the two screws in the bracket that
attach the Handle to the top of the Door and
tighten the screws to 45 in-lbs torque,
O Replace the Top Trim making sm'e it fits over
the Side Trim and that the locating tabs fit the
inside of the Handle profile,
O Replace the Top Trim screws and tighten to
30 in-lbs torque.
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