GE PSS25MCMACC and Safety guide

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Safety h_ormation
Adapter Plugs ................... 4
Connect Electricity ............... 4
Extension Cords ................. 3
l'roper Disposal ................. 3
Safety l'recautions ............... 2
Operating Instructions
Additional Features ............. 11
Automatic Icemaker ............ 13
Care and Cleaning ........... 15, 16
CustomCool TM ................ 6, 7
Ice and Water Dispenser ...... 14, 15
Refiigerator Doors .............. 11
Replacing the IJghtbulbs ........ 17
Shelves and Bins .............. 9, 10
Storage Drawers ................ 12
Temperature Conwols ........... 5
Water and FreshSaver TM Filters .... 8
Installation InstJTtetions
Preparing to Install
the Refiigerator ............. 24, 25
Removing and Replacing Doors . .23
Trim Kits and Panels ......... 18-22
Water IJne Installation ....... 26-30
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service ...32-34
Normal Operating Sounds ....... 311
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ...... Back (;over
Performance Data Sheet ......... 37
Product Registration ......... 39, 40
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate ..... 38
Warranty (Canadian) ........... 35
Warranty (U.S.) ................ 36
Writethemodelandserial numbershere:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label inside
the refligerator (ompartment at the
top on the right side.
Models21,23,25,27,and29
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R6frig6rateurs
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Refrigeradores
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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 precaufions should be followed, including the following:
This refrigerator must be properly installed
and lo(ated in a((ordan(e xfith tile Installation
Instructions beti)re it is used,
_>Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in tlle refiigerator. They could
damage tlle retiigerator and seriously injure
thelilselves.
Do not touch the cold surihces in tile fieezer
( omparmmnt when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may stick to these extremely cold sudilces.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flamnlable
vapors and liquids in the xd(inity of this or any
other appliance,
_,':_In retiigerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with tile m()ving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
that releases the (ubes. Do not place fingers or
hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the retiigevator is plugged in.
Keet) fingers out of tile "pinch point" areas;
clemances between tile doors and between
tile doors and (abinet are necessarily small.
Be carethl {losing doors when children are
in tile area.
_,'_Unplug the refligerau)r betore cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE:Westronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbe
performedbyaquafifiedindividual
_'_'Setting either or both conuols to 0(off) does not
remove power to tile light circuit.
_>1)o not refleeze fiozen foods which have
thawed completely.
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::Always(leantheCustomCool Tray after thawing
food.
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DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
(hild enuapmem and suttbcafion are not problems
of the past.Junked or abandoned reiiigerators are
still dangerous...even iftile) _dll sittot "just a tew
days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator,
please ti)lh)w the instructions below to help prevent
acdden/s.
Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
i_YTake offthe doors.
>_I,eave the shelves in place so that children may
not easily dimb inside.
CFCOisposal
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system
that used (FCs ((hlorofluoro(arbons). (F(s are
believed to harm suatospheri_ ozone.
If you me throwing away your old refrigerator, make
sure the CFC refiigerant is rem{)ved fin proper
disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally
release this CFC retiigerant you can be subject to
fines and imprisonment under pr_Msions of
environmental legislation.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because ofpotential 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 absolutely necessa Uthat it be a UI Aisted (in the United
States) or a CSA-listed (in (_anada), 3-x_ate gtoundmg type apphan_ e extensum _ot d haxdng a grounding
type plug and outlet and that the ele_ uk al rating of the _ord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 vohs.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
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 pc)wer cord of this appliance is equipped xfith
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates _dth a
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibility of elecuic shock hazard
fiom this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified ele(trician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
If tile oudet is a standard 2-prong oudet, it isyour
personal responsibility and obligation to have it
repla(ed _dth a properly grounded 3-prong wall
outlet.
The refrigerator shouM always be plugged into its
own indMdual electrical outlet which has a vohage
rating that matches tlle rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also
prevents overh)ading house wiring cir(uits whidl
could cause a tire hazard flom overheated wires.
Never unplug your reffigervUor by pulling on tlle
power (ord. Ahvays grip plug firmly and pull suaight
out fiom the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fiayed or otherwise dmnaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion dmnage
along its length or at either end.
When moving tile refrigerator away flom the
wall, be (mefhl not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Ad_pte_plug_notpe_mittedinC_,_d_)
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
H{rwever, if you must use an adapter, where local
codes permit, a temporaryconnectionmay be made
to a properly gn nmded 2-prong wzdloutlet by use
ofa UI Aisted adapter available at most local
hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with
the larger sh)t in the wall outlet to proxdde proper
polarity in the cr)nnection of the power cor'd.
When disconnecting the power cord fl'om the
a&lpter, always hold the adapter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the
other hand. If this is not done, the adapter gr(rund
terminal is very likely to break with repeamd use.
If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DONOT
USEthe refrigerator until a proper ground has
been established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is meta/, and not lesu/ated, and the waft
outlet is grounded through the house wiring. Youshou/d
have the circuit checkedby a qualified electric&n to make
sure the outlet is proper/y grounde_
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, vvww.GEAppliances.com
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The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°1:for the
refrigerator compartment and O°Ffor 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 OFFstops cooling in both the freezer
and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power
to the refrigerator.
NOTE: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the
temperature contre/s, if this fi/m was not removedduring installation,
removeit now.
Tochangethetemperature,press and release the
WARMERorCOLDERpad.The SETlight _dll come on
and the display _fillsh_)wtile set temperature. To
change tile temperature, tap either the WARMER
or COLDERpaduntil the desired tempevaune is
displayed. Refiigerator temperaUnes can be
a(!justed belween 34°F and 44°F and tile tieezer
tempevaunes can be a(!justed be/ween -6°F and
+6°F.
Once tile desired temperature has been set,
the temperature displ Wwill return to the actual
retiigerator and fleezer temperatures aher
5 seconds. Several a(!jusunen/s may be required.
Each time you a({just conuols, allow 24 houxs tox tile
retiigerator U)reach the temperature you have set.
Toturn the cooling system off,tap the WARMERpad
fin either the retiigerator or tile fieezer until tile
display shows OFF.Toturn the un# back on, press tile
COLDERpadfin either the refiigerator or fieezer.
The SETlight will ilhmfinate on the side y{xu
selected. Then press the COLDERpad again (on the
side where the SETlight is ilhnninated) and it will go
to the preset poims of O°Fti)rthe fleezer and 37°1:
fin the refiigerator. Setting either or both conuols
to OFFstops cooling in both the fieezer and
refiigerator comparm_en/s, but does not shut
offelecuical power to the refiigerator.
PerformanceAir FlowSystem
Tile Pedi)rmance Air-Flow System is designed to
maximize temperature conuol in the refiigerator
and fleezer companmen/s. This unique spedal
feature consists of the Air Tower along tile mp and
back w_dlsof the refiigerator and the Air Tunnel on
the bottom portion of the fieezer rear wall. Pladng
fi)od in fiont of the louvers on these components
will not affect pedinmance. Alth{xugh the Air Tower
and the Air Tunnel can be rem{)ved, doing so will
affect temperaUne pevlinmance. (Fox removed
instructions, on-line, 24 hours a day, contact us at
x_w.GEAppliances.com or call 800-GE-CARES. In
Canada, contact us at x_v.geappliances.ca or call
1.800.361.3400. )

AboutCustomCool7
• SET ExpressThaw ExpressChill SelectTemp
How it Works
Tile CustomCoolTMteature is a system oJ
dampers, a tim, a temperature thermistor,
and a hearer. Depending on the flmction
selected, a combination of these _dll be
used to quickly chill items, thaw items or
hoM the pan at a specific temperature.
The pan is tightly sealed to prevent
tile pan's temperature flom cruising
temperature fluctuations in the rest of
the refiigeramr.
The conuols fi)r this pan are located at the
top of the refiigerator with the temperature
controls.
ExpressThawTM
ExpressChillTM
How to Use
0Empty tile pan. Place dm ( hill/Thaw
uay in tile pan _tll tim metal plate
fiJ(ing down to (hill and store items, or
_ith the metal plate tix(:ingup to thaw
items. Place file hems on the u:ayand
close d_e pan completely.
Select tlle ExpmssThaw TM,
ExpressChill TM or SelectTemp TMpad.
The display and SETlight _dll (ome on.
Tap the pad until the light appears next
to the desired setting. Use tlle chmt to
determine the best setting to use.
i;y To stop a teamre befine it is
finished, tap that teamre's pad
until no options are selected and
the cfisplay is off.
i_Y If the pan is not ch)sed completely, a
beeping sound _dll be hemd. It will
stop on(e the pan is (losed se(urely
or the feature is turned off.
i_[?During ExpressThawrMand
ExpressChillTM, the (fisplay on the
(onuols will (ount down tlle time in
the o_cle.
i_YAfter the ExpressThawrM(ydeis
complete, tile pan will reset to tile
MEATsetting (30 °F) to help presevve
thawed items until they are used.
NOTE:Forfi)od salely reasons, it is
recommended that fi)ods be x_Tapped
in some sort of pacl%ging when using
expressThaw .This will help contain
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CustomCoolTM Chart
0.5 Lbs. (4 hours)
;i:; Hamburger Patties (0.5 lb)
1.5 Lbs. (8 hours)
i__ Chicken Breas/s (1.5 lbs)
i_: Ground Beef (1.5 lbs)
i__ Steak (1.5 lbs)
3.0 Lbs. ( 12 hours)
i_: (hicken Breasts (3.0 lbs)
i_: Ground Beef (3.0 lbs)
i_: Steak (3.0 lbs)
15 Minutes
i_: 1 Can of Beverage (12 oz) >_
i__ 2 Small Juice Boxes (6-8 oz each)
30 Minutes
i_: 2-6 Cans of Beverage (12 oz each)
i_: 2 Plastic 20 oz Bottles of Beverage >;
i_[__ 4-6 Small Juice Boxes (6-8 oz each)
i_: 3 CapriSun"
i_: Wine (750 ml bottle) >;
45 Minutes
i_: 2 I, of Beverage
i_: 1/2 Gallon ot[]uice
;i:_ Jello- 1paclctge
Citrus Setting (43°F)
Oianges, I,emons, Limes,
Pineapple, Cantahmpe
Beans, (lilt tllill)eis, Tomatoes,
Peppers, Eggplant, Squash
Produce Setting (34°F)
Suawberries, Raspberries,
Kiwiffuit, Pears, ( herries,
Blackberries, Grapes, Plums,
Nectarines, Apples
Asparagus, Broccoli, (orn,
Muslnooms, Spinach, ( auliflower,
Kale, (heen Onion, Beets, Onions
Meat Setting (30°F)
Raw Meat, Fish and Pouluy
Disassembling the
Chill/Thaw tray
About the CtlstomCoolTM Pall Rack and Tray
Toclean_e Chill/Thawtray,disassemble the
metal uay flom tile plastic stand by lightly
pushing in on the handles of the plastic
stand and rem(Mng tile melal tray. Both tile
metal Uay and the plastic stand are
dishw_Mmr sate.
Toreassemblethetray,place tile plastic stand
upside down (handles on bottom) on a
solid surlime. Place the melal plate on lop of
the stand matching up the cmx-ed side of
the plate with the cmx-ed side of the stand.
Insert one side of the plate into the notches
on the stand. Push in on the handle on the
other side of the stand while pushing that
end of the plate dox_lland into place. You
should hear the plate "click" into place.
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Aboutthe water andFreshSaverTM filters.
Place the top of the cartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to theright.
iii RESETWATERFILTER
HOLD3 SECS
Water Filter Cartridge
Tile water fiher cartridge is located in tile
ba(k upper right (orner of tile refligerator
ct)tllparltllenL
When to Replace the Filter
There is a replacement indicator light fi)r
the water fiher caruidge on the dispenser.
This light will turn orange to tell y{tu that
you need to replace the fiher soon.
Tile fiher cmuidge should be replaced
when tile replacement indicator light turns
red or ittlle flow of water to the dispenser or
icemaker decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
Ifyou are replacing tile caruidge, first
remove tile old one by sh)wly turning it
to the left. Do notpull down on the
caruidge. A stnall amount of water inay
(kip down.
Fill tile re -)lacemem caruid ,e xdth
water fiom the tap to alh)wfi)r better
flow flom the dispenser immediately
after installation.
Lining up the arrow on the caruidge
and the cmtridge holder, place the
top of the new cmtridge up inside
the holder. Do notD_sll it up into
the holder.
Slowly turn it to the right until the fiher
(artridge stops. DONOTOVERTIGHTEN.
As you turn the (aruidge, it will
automatically raise itself into position.
Cartridge xdll rotate about 1/4 turn.
Run water flom the dispenser fi)r 3
minutes (about one and a half gallons)
to clem the system and prevent
sputtering.
Press and hold tile RESETWATERFILTER
pad on tile dispenser fi)r 3 seconds.
NOTE:A newly-installed water fiher
(aruidge may causewatertospurtfiom
the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
Y{)umust use the fiher bypass plug
when a replacement fiher caruidge is not
available. The dispenser and tile icemaker
will not operate without the fillet or fiher
bypass plug.
ReplacementFillers:
Toorderadditionalfillercartridgesin
theUnitedStates,vis#ourWebsite,
www.GEAppliances.com,orcall
GEPartsandAccessories,800.626.2002.
(A,\F
Suggested Retail $34.95
( ustomers in Canada should consuh the
yelh)w pages ti)r tile nearest Cameo Service
Center.
REPLACEFreshSaver FILTER
RESETWHEN LIT
FreshSaver TM Filter
This fiher is h)cated inside tile tiesh
produce (hawer and helps fl_uitsand
vegetables staytiesh.
The fiher should last approximately six
intmths.
Toorder additional filters in the United States,
visit our Website, www.GEAppliances.com, or
call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
(_ustomers in Canada should consuh tile
yellow pages ti)r tile nearest (amco Service
Center.
When to Replace the Filter
There is a replacement indicator light tor
the FreshSaver fiher on the temperature
control panel. This light will turn orange
to tell you that you will need to replace the
fiher soon. When the indicator light turns
red, it is time to replace the fiher. When
putting in a new fiher, first rem_)ve tile
plastic covering, then insert the new fiher
into the holder. After installing the new
fiher, press and hold the RESETpadon the
temperature comrol panel fi_r3 seconds.
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Abouttheshelvesandbins. www.GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
Refrigerator bin
Freezer tilt-out bin
LargeBins The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling
The larger refiigerator door bins and
fleezer tih_)ut door bins are ac!justable.
Toremove: I,ifi tile front of tile bin straight
up, flmn lift up and out.
Toreplace or relocate: Engage tile back side
of the bin in the molded supports of tile
door. Then push down on the flont of the
bin. Bin will lock in place.
SmallBms
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shell Place a finger on tither side of the
snugger nero the rein and m()ve it back
and ti_rth to fit your needs.
Toremove: IJfi tile flont of tile bin straight
up then out.
Toreplace:Position the bin above tile
reclangulm rooMed supports on tile door.
Then slide the bin down onto the support
to lock it in place.

Abouttheshelvesandbins.(cont.)
Not all features are on all models.
Press tab andpull shelf
forward toremove
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
The slide-out spillproofshelfallows you to
read1 items stored behind others. The
spedal edges are designed to help prevent
spills fiom dripping to h)wer shelves.
Toremove:
Slide the shelf out until it reaches tile stop,
then press down on the lab and slide the
shelf straight out.
Toreplaceorrelocate:
Ifine the shelf up with the supports and slide
it into place. The shelf can be repositioned
when tile door isat 90 o or iiloie. To
reposition the shell slide the shelf past the
stops and angle dox_llw,trd. Slide shelf down
to the (Dsired position, line up with the
supports and slide into place.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback
inbeforeyouclosethedoor
OuickSpace TM Shelf
This shelf splits in half and slides under
itseffti)r storage of tall items on tile shelf
below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced
or relocated just like Slide-Out Spillproof
Shelves.
On some models, this shelf can not be used
in the lowest p{)sifion.
Freezer Baskets
Toremove, push the basket all the way to the
back of the fieezer. I,ifl up until the back
pins are disengaged. I,ifl the entire basket
up and pull out.
Makesureyoupushthebasketsaft thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
Slide-Out Freezer Shelves
Toremove,slide out to tile stopposition,
lift tile tiont past tile stop position, and
slide out.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesaft thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor
)Fixed Freezer Shelves
Toremove,lift the shelf up at the left side
and then bring tile shelf out.
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Not all features are on all models.
Removable Beverage Rack
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The beverage rack is designed to heM a
bottle on its side, It (an be aua(hed to any
slide-out shelf.
Toinstall'.
O I,ine up tile kuge part of the slots on
tile top of the rack x_4thtile tabs under
the shel£
O Then slide tile rack back to lock it
in pla_e.
Aboutthe refrigeratordoors.
Refrigerator Doors
The retiigerator doors may teel different
than the ones y{)u are used to. The special
door opening/closing teaune makes sure
the doors close all the way and me seolrely
sealed.
When opening and closing the door you
will notice a stop position. If the door is
opened past this stop point, tile door will
remain open to allow you to load and
unload ii)od more easily. When tile door is
only partially open it will automatically
close,
Tile resistance you feel at tile stop
position will be redu(ed as the door
is loaded x_4tllfood.
When the door is only partially open
it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will
stay open.
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Aboutthestoragedrawers.
Not all features are on all models.
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Storage Drawers
Excess water that may accumulate in tile
bottom of tile drawers sh(nfld be xdped (hT.
On some models the bottom (hvlwer has
a cover that slides back as the (h'awer is
opened. This all(tws filll access to the
drawer. As the (hmver is closed, the o tver
xdll slide finwmd into its original position.
HI _ LO
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Adjustable Humidity Drawers
Slide tile conuol all the way to the HIsetting
to prox4de high humidity re(ommended fi)r
most vegetables.
Slide tile conuol all tile way to tile LO
setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most fi'uits.
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Convertible Meat Drawer
The convertible meat drawer has its own
cold air (hlct to allow a stremn of cold air
flom the fieezer compartment to flow to
the drawer.
Thevariable temperature control regulates
the air flowflom the Climate Keeper.
Set the control to the coldeMsetting to store
fiesh meats. If the control is left in tile meat
position fi)r a hmg period of time, some
fiost may fi)rm at the back of the (hawer.
Set tile control tt) coldu) convert tile (kawer
to normal refrigerator temperature and
prox4de extra vegetable storage space. The
cold air duct is turned ()tt_Variable settings
between these extremes can be selected.
Aboutstoragedrawer removal
Not all features are on all models.
Drawer Removal
Drawers can easily be removed by pulling
the drawer straight out and lifting the
drawer up and over tile stop h)cation.
If the (loot prevents y()u fiom taking Ollt
the drmvers, first uT to remove the door
bins. If this does not offer en(tugh
clearance, tile refligerator will need to
be rolled fi)rward until the door opens
enough to slide the (hawers out. In some
cases, when you roll the refligerator out,
you _dll need to m()ve the refligeramr
to the 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.
Automatic Icemaker lfi('e is II()[ lls#d fietltlently, old ice (llbes
xdll become cloudy, tasle stale mid slnink.
Power
3witct
Greel-
PnwerLgm
The icemaker _dll produ(e seven cubes per
(y( le--app_oximately l O0-130 cubesin a
24-hour period, depen(fing on tieezer
(omp_ummnt temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings
and other use conditions.
If the retiigerator is operated before the
water connection is made to tile i(emaker,
set the power switch in the 0 (eft) position.
When the refligerator has been connected
to the water supply, set the power switch to
the I(on) position.
The icemaker will fillwith water when it cools
to 15°F. A newb:-installed retiigemtor may
take 12to 24 hours tObegin making ice cubes.
Throw away the tirst tew batches of ice to
allow tile water line to clear.
Be sure nothing inter[eres _xdththe sweep
of the ti_eler arm.
When the bin tills to tile level of the teeler
am_, the icemaker _dll stop producing
ice. It is normal tot several cubes to be
joined t(Nether.
There is at?upper freezer shelf
above the icemaker that cat?be
used for storage.
If ice olbes get stuck in the icemaker, the
green power light will blink. To correct this,
set the power switch to 0 (oft)and remove
the cubes. Set tile power switch to I (on)to
restmt the icemaker. After the icemaker has
been turned on again, there will be a delay
of about 45 minutes beti)re the icemaker
resumes operation.
/VOTE."In homes with lower-than-average
water pressure, you may hear the i(emaker
Q_clemuhiple times when making one
batch of ice.
Ice Storage Drawer
Toaccessice,pull the drmver ti)mm(l.
Toremovethedrawer,pull it straight out and
lift it past the stoplocation.
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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.
SpillShelf
ToUse theDispenser
Select CUREDICE _, CRUSHEDICE
or WATER_.
Press the glass gendy against tile top of file
dispenser (radle.
Tile spill shelf is not self-draining. To
reduce water spotting, tile shelf and its grille
shouM be (leaned regularly.
If no water ls dispensed when the refrigerator ls
first lnstafled, there may be air in the water fine
system. Pressthe dispenser arm for at least two
minutes to remove trapped air from the water
fine and to fi// the water system. Toflush out
impurities in the water fine, throw away the first
six glassfuls of water
CAUTION:Neverput fingersoranyother
objectsinto theicecrusherdischargeopening.
Lockingthe Dispenser
@PresstheLOCKCONTROL
pad lot 3 seconds to lock
the dispenser and
conuol panel. To
LOCKCONTROL unhl(k, pressand
HOLD3SECS hoM tile pad again
fi)r 3 seconds.
Dispenser Light
This pad turns tile night
lightin tile dispenser on
and off. Tile light also
COIIles on when tile
LIGHT dispenser cradle is
pressed. Iftllis light
burns out, it shouM be
replaced with a 6 watt
12V inaxilnUln bulb.
QuickIce
@When you need ice in a
huny, press this pad to
speedupice
production. This will
increase ice production
QUICKICE for tile ti)llo_dng 48
hours or until you
press tile pad again.
DoorAlarm
@ To set file alarm, press
.... this pad until tile
indicator light COlnes on.
This alarm will sound if
000R ALARM eifller door is open for
more than 3 minutes.
The light goes out and
the beeping stops when
you chlse tile door.
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
i_?Do not add ice flom Uaysor bags to
tile storage drawer. It may not (rush or
dispense well.
>:Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of
narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can jmn the
chute or cruise the door in the chute to
freeze shut, If ice is blocking the chute,
poke it through with a w()o(len spoon.
>: Beverages and fi)o(ls sll{)uM not be
quick-chilled in tile ice storage drawer.
Cans, bottles or fi)od packages in the
storage drawer may cause tile icemaker
or mlger to jmn.
i_?To keep dispensed ice fi'om missing
the glass, put the glass (h)se to, but not
tou(hing, the dispenser opening.
i_?Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
though you selected CUREDICE.This
happens occasionally when a tew (ubes
accidentally get directed to the crusher,
>_After crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip fiom tile (hute.
>_Sometimes a small m()und of snow will
fi)rm on tile door in tile ice chute. This
condition is nomlal and usually occurs
when you have (fispensed crushed ice
repeatedly. Tile snow xdll eventually
evaporate.
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Ice Storage Drawer on
Dispenser Models
Toremove:
Set the icemaker power s_dtch to the 0 (off)
position, lhfll the drawer straight out and
then lift past the stop position.
Toreplace:
When replacing the drawer, be sure to press
it firmly into place. If it does not go all the
way back, rem_)ve it and rotam the drive
mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the
&awer back again.
Careand cleaning oftherefrigerator.
Dispenser drip area.
Cleaning the Outside
Thedispenser drip area, beneafll file grille,
sh{)uld be _dped (by. "v\_tterleft in this mea
m W leave deposits. Rem_)ve the deposits by
adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak
until the deposits disappear or become
loose enough to rinse away.
Thedispensercradle.Beti)re cleaning, lock
the dispenser by pressing and hoMing the
LOCKCONTROLpad fin 3 seconds. Clean
with warm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 liter) of water. Rinse
thor(n@fly and wipe (hy.
Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean xdth a
(h)th dampened with soapy water. DU
xdth a soft ch)th.
Keep theoutsideclean.Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dmnpened with kitchen
appliance wax or miM liquid dish detexgent.
DUand polish with a clean, soft cloth.
Donot wipetherefrlgeretorwith a soileddish
cloth orwet towel Thesemayleavea residue
that canerodethepaint.Donotusescounng
pads,powderedc/eanere,bleachorc/eanere
containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchand weakenthepainthbish.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors,leave an open box of
baking soda in the tiesh ti)od and tieezer
(ompartments.
Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.Ifthis
is not practical, _ring excess moisture out
of sponge or cloth when deaning m{nmd
sxdwhes, lights or conuols.
Use warm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 liter) of water. This both deans
and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dU.
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. Handle glass shelves
carefull_z Bumping tempered g/ass can cause
it to shatter
Donot washanyplasticrefrigeratorpartsin the
dishwasher
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Careand cleaning of therefrigerator.
Condenser
There is no need for routine (ondenser
cleanings in nom_al home operating
' enxdronments. However, in enxdromnents
that may be particularly dusty or greasy, tile
.. " condenser should be cleaned periocficallv
" for efficient refrigerator operation.
Cleaning the condenser:
Tile condenser is located inside the back
of the refligerator. To access it, rem{_ve the
cover. The condenser is on the fight side.
Fox best resuhs, use a brash specially
designed tot cleaning condensers.
They are m;filable at most appliance
part stores.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be cmefifl when moving the refiigerator
away fi'om tile wall. All/ypes of floor
c_)verings can be damaged, parficulmly
(ushioned c()verings and those with
embossed surlimes.
Pull tile refiigerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it suaight in.
M_)ving the refiigerator in a side direction
may result in dnmage/o tile floor c_)vefing
or refrigerator,
When pushing the refngerator back, make sure
you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker
supply hne.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, iem()ve
fi)od and unplug the refiigerator. Clean the
interior with a baking soda solution of one
tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one
qum't (1 liter) of water. I,eave the doors
open.
Set tile icemaker power switch to the 0(off]
position and shut off tile water supply to
the refrigerator.
If tile temperature can &op below fleezing,
have a qualified secvicer dr;fin the water
supply syslem to prevent seri_xusproperty
damage &_e to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and
drawers by taping them se(mely in place
to prevent damage.
When using a hand truck/o move the
retiigerator, do not rest tile flont or back of
the retiigerator against the hand track. This
could dmnage the refrigerator. Handle only
fiom the sides of the refligeramr.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upwht
position during moving.
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Setting the controls to OFFdoes not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light
0 Unplug tile refligerator.
The bulbs are located at the top of the
compartment, inside the light shieM.
On some models, a screw at the front of
the light shield xdll have m be rein{wed.
0
To remove tile light shieM, press in on
tile tabs on tile sides of the shieM and
slide fi)rward and out.
After replacing tile bulb with an
appliance bulb of tile stone or lower
wattage, replace the light shield and
screws (Oilsome models). When
repladng the light shield, make sure
that the robs at the back of the shield fit
into the slots at the back of the light
shield housing.
Plug tile refligerator back in.
Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light
Thisfightislocatedabovethetopdrawec
Unplug tile refiigerator.
Remove the convertible meat &awer
control knob by pulling smtight out.
IJfl the light shield up and pull it out.
After replacing tile bulb x_4tllan
appliance bulb of tile same or lower
wattage, repla¢e tlle shield and
tile knob.
Plug tile refligerator back in.
Freezer Compartment
0
@Unplug tile refligerator.
Remove the sheltjust above the light
shieM. (The shelfxdll be easier to
remove flit is emptied first.) On some
models, a screw at tile top of tile light
shieM xdll need to be removed.
To remove tile light shield, press in on
tile sides, and lift up and out.
@Replace tile bulb with an appliance
bulb of tile same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield. When
reinstalling the light shieM, make
sure the top tabs snap securely
into place. Replace the screw (on
some models).
Reinstall tile shelf and plug tile
refligerator back in.
Dispenser
Unplug tile refrigerator.
The bulb is located on the dispenser
under the control panel.
Rem_)ve tile lightbulb by unning
it o)untercl0ckwise.
Replace tile bulb with a bulb of tile
saIIle size and wattage.
Plug tile refligerator back in.
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Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.
For CustomS&/eTM models
Read theseinstructionscompletely and carefully.
BeforeYouBegin
Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to instafl door panels. Youcan order pre-cut
black, white, almond, bisque, or stainless steel decorator panels from GEParts and Accessories,
800.626.2002,or you can add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.
Panels less than 1/4" (6 mm) thick
When installing wood panels less than l/4" (6 ram) thi(k, you need to create a filler panel, su(h as 1/8"
cmdboard, that x_illfit belween the titce of the door and the w()od panel. If }_n_me installing the pre-cut
decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels me included in the kit. The combined thickness of the decorator or
wood panel and the filler panel should be 1/4" (6 ram).
Panels1/4" thickorless
1/4" max
3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel
A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1/4" (6 ram) thick backing, or a 3/4" (19 ram) routed board
(an be used. The raised portion of the panel must be fabri(ated to permit (learan(es ()fat least 2" (5.1 (m)
fi'om the handle side for fingertip (learan(e.
Panels thicker than l/4" (6ram), up to 3/4" (l .)ram) max, wallrequne that the outer o/16 (8 ram) of
panel perimeter be no thi(ker than 1/4" (6 ram).
Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:
FreshFood38Ibs.(17kg)max.
FreezerDoor28Ihs.(13kg)max.
Panelsthickerthan1/4" (6mm) 1/4"(6mm)
ThickBacking
2"(5.1 cm) II llll __---"...._",-_
ClearanceI I IIII _"
3/4"(19mm) pAP_ee_ra"ceqi111 • ,or
Door
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Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels
FreezerPanel
WithoutDispenser
FreezerPanel
With Dispenser FreshFoodPanel
i i
t
5/16"
(8mm}
Cut 1/8"
out-_I I_- (3mm)
cm) 1Y?"
iX_I -I290m>
7_- 21/2"
(6.4cm)
37%"
(95.6cm)
11A,,
-"I 4- (2.9cm)
(6.4cm)
67%Z
(170.9cm)
FRONT
_. 141%2" _
(36.8cm) 2¼s"
(5.2cm)
I, t
1"
(2.5cm}
Out 1/8"
out -_I I_'-(3 mm)
_, ,,
i i
.... -I I #
5/_6 [ 111A"
" (28.6cm)
< mm>/177_" l_ (45.4ore)
_- {2.9cm)
Z2_"16.4cm)
11_"
T -'29cm>
,, _ T- 2½"
(10.3cm) -- Jh (6.4cm)
1(36.8 cm) 2>_"
33%" (5.2cm)
(85.4cm) _,
i t
1"
(2.5cm)
11_"
(2.9cm)--_
2W' _
(6.4cm)
1½"
(2.9cm) --i-
2W' _
(6.4cm)
2Hs"
(5.2cm)
!,
f ,',
(2.5cm)
1/8" Cut
(3mm)--_I I"4- out
,, _,
' '---- 5/16'*
11'_1/4,,l /---'_ {8 nlm}
(28.6cm)/
#x/
° /
37%"
(95.6cm)
#167%2'*
(170.9cm)
FRONT
-_-- 19%Z'----_
(49.5cm)
The areas at the top of the panels need to be Qlt out of
the panels. The shaded areas indicate areas that nmst
be routed out about 5/32" (4 ram) on the back side of
panels 1/4" (6 ram) thick or more. For panels less than
1/4" (6 ram) thick, these meas can be uut out of the
filler panels.
i_1 Depthofmaterial
toberoutedout
i I (2.9cm)
114"
(6ram)T _<
Front
5/32"
(4mm) ExampleofRouting
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Insertingthe doorpanels.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
0Loosenthe TopTrim on the Freezer and FreshFoodDoors.
Using a T-20 Torx driver, loosen the two screws
attaOling tile Top Trim about l/4" (6 ram).
OInsert the Freezer Panel and FreshFood Panel
I,ifl tile Top Trim up l/4" (6 ram) and careflllly
push the fieezer panel in until it slides into the slot
behind the door handle. Push tile filler panel
(required with some door panels) in behind the
decorator panel. Repeat for flesh food panel.
If your model has a dispenser and/or a
Refleshment Center, this step only applies
to the top panels.
Insert the Bottom Panel.
Cmefiflly push the panel in until it slides into the
slot behind the door handle, l'ush the fillet 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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