GE PTS22SCPARBS and Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions
Adapter Plugs .................... 3
(_onnect Electficiw ................ 3
Extension Cords .................. 2
Proper Disposal ................... 2
Safetv Precautions ................. 2
Operating Instructions
Additional Features ................ 9
Aurora atic Icemaker . ............. ] 0
Controls ...................... 4-5
Crispers and Pans .............. 9, 10
Shehes and Bins ................ 7, 8
VVamr Dispenser ................. 11
_'ater Filter ...................... 6
Care and Cleaning .............. 11
Replacing the Light Bulbs ......... 12
Installation Inslruc_tions
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator .................. 13
Reversing the Door Swing ...... 18-22
_'amr Line Installation ......... 14--18
Troubleshooting Tips ......... 24-26
Nomml Operating Sounds ......... 23
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ........ Back Co_r
Performance Data Sheet ........... 27
Stare of Calitbmia _"ater
Treammnt Device Certificam ....... 28
_'anantv for Canadian Customers . . .29
VVanantv tbr U.S. Customers ....... 30
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on the gray label
on the lett side, near the top of the
refl'igera tot compartment.
Models 22,25
Cong_lateur sup_rieur
Rdfrigdrateurs
La section fran_aise commence a la page 31
Congelador superior
Refrigeradores
La seccion en espa#ol empieza en la pagina 63
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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:
This refrigerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with tile lnstallaOon
InstrucOons befiwe it is used.
Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on tile shelves in tile retiJgei'atoi: They could
damage tile refl_igerator and serhmsly injm'e
themseh'es.
Do not touch tile cold sm'fi_ces in tile fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin mm stick to these extremely coM suHi_ces.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\'ape,s and liquids in tile vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
In refl_igerato_s with automatic icemake_,
avoid contact with tile moving parts of tile
ejector mechanism, or with the heaOng
element located on tile bottom ot tile icemake_:
Do not place finge_ or hands on tile automaOc
icemaking mechanism while tile reii_igerator
is plugged in.
Keep finge_s out of tile "pinch point" areas;
clearances between tile doms and between
tile doms and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be carefifl closing doo_s when children are
in the area.
Uni)lug tile refrigerator beflwe cleaning and
making repai_.
NOTE: Westrongly recommendthatanyservicingbe
performed bya quafified individual
SetOng tile controls to tile 0 (Off) posiOon does
not remove power to tile light circuit. On some
models, only tile refrigerator control has a
0 (off) setOng.
Do not reti'eeze fi'ozen fi_ods which have
thawed completely:
DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entral)inent and suffocation are not
problems of tile past. Jtmked or abandoned
refrigerators are still dangerous...even if they
will sit fiw "just a tew da):s." If you are getting
rid of yore" old reffigerato_; please follow tile
instrucOons below to help prevent accidents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOld
Refrigeratoror Freezer:
Take off tile doms.
Refrigerants
M1 refl-igeraOon products contain refi_igerants,
which under federal law must be removed prior
to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an
old refi_igera0on product, check with tile company
handling tile disposal about what to do.
I,eave tile shelxes in place so that children
mm not easilx climb inside.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
Howe\'eI; if you IlltlSt use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a IL)i,-listed (ii1 tile United
Stares) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding _'pe appliance extension cord having a gromMing
type plug and outlet and that tile electrical ra0ng of tile cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

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WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Donot, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safetg this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord ot this appliance is equii)ped
with a 3-prong (gromMing) plug which mates
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 ci_vuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
is properly gromMed.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet,
it is yore" personal responsibility and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly grotmded
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 pedbmmnce and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om overheated wires.
Never tmi)lug yore" refl_igerator by pulling on the
power cord. Mwa):s grip plug firefly and pull
straight out fl'om the outlet.
]?,el)air or replace immediately all power cords
that have become fl'aved or othe_vise damaged.
Do not use a cord that shows ci'acEs or abi'asion
damage along its length or at either end.
X_]mn moving the refrigerator away from the
wall, be carefifl not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Ad pterplugnotpermittedin
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
However; if win, must use an adapter; where local
codes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UIAisted adapter a\:filable at most local
hardware stores,
The linger slot in the adapter must be aligned Mth
the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper
polarity in the connection of the power cord.
When discom_ecting the power cord from the
adapte_, 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 ground
temfinal is very likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter grotmd temfinal breaks, DO NOTUSE
the refl'igerator until a proper ground has been
established.
Attachingtheadaptergroundterminaltoa walloutlet
coverscrewdoesnotgroundtheapplianceunlessthe
coverscrewis metal,andnot insulated,andthewall
outlet isgroundedthroughthehousewiring. Youshould
havethecircuitcheckedbya quafifiedelectriciantomake
suretheoutlet isproperlygrounded.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe controlsontherefrigerator.
Thecontrols will look like one of the following:
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Initially, set the refrigerator control at5 and the freezer control at 5
and allow 12-24hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one
increment at a time, and allow 12hours after each adjustment for
the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
Setting the controls to #stops cooling in both the refrigerator and
freezer compartments but does not shut off electrical power to
the refrigerator. Onsome models, only the refrigerator control has
a#setting.
Touchpad controls
*Setting either control at 0will automatically set the other control at O.
Thezeros will blink until you set the controls.
*If both controls are set at 0and either COLDERpad ispressed, the
controls will automatically reset to 5.
Controlsettingswill varybasedonpersonalpreferences, usageand
operatingconditionsandmay require more than oneadjustment.
Locking the Controls (onsomemodels)
This feature allcm:s you to lock the controls
so the settings cannot be changed.
Tolockthe controls:
0 Set the controls to the desired settings.
Press and hold the lock pad ti)r
3 seconds.
_]_en the controls are locked, the indicator
light will come on and the control settings
will not be displayed.
Tounlock the controls:
Press and hold the lock pad tin" 3 seconds.
?dter unlocking the controls, the settings
will be displayed, the lock indicator light
will go out and the settings can be changed.
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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, www.GEAppliances.com
The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the
refrigerator compartment and O°Ffor the freezer compartment.
Allow24 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: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering
the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during
installation, remove it now.
Tochange the temperature, press and release the
WARMER or COLDERpad. Tile SETlight will come
on and tile display will show tile set temi)eramre.
To change the temperature, tap either the
WARMER or COLDERpad until tile desired
telnl)erature is displayed. ReflJgei'ator telnl)eratures
can be a(!iusted between 34°F and 44°F and tile
fl'eezer teinperatures can be ac!iusted between
-6°F and +6°E
Once the desired temperature has been set,
the temperature display will return to the actual
refiJgerator and fl'eezer teinperatures after 5
seconds. Several a(!jusnnents may be required.
Each dine yotl a(!itlSt controls, allow 24 hotlrs tk)r tile
refl_gerator to reach tile temperatm'e you have set.
Toturn the cooling system off,tap tile WARMER pad
for either the refl_gerator or the fl'eezer tmtil the
display sho_vs OFF Toturnthe unit back on,press tile
COLDERpad fin" either tile refrigerator or fl'eezer
The SETlight will illuminate on the side w)u
selected. Then press the COLDERpad again (on the
side where the SErlight is illuminated) and it will
go to the preset points ot O°Ftor the fl'eezer and
37°Ftor the reti_igeratox: Setting either or both
controls to OFFstops cooling in both the fl'eezer
and reflJgerator compartments, but does not shut
off' electrical power to tile refl_gerator
Locking the Controls (onsomemodels)
This feature allo_vs you to lock tile controls
so the settings cmmot be changed.
Tolock the controls:
0 Set tile controls to tile desired settings.
Press and hold tile lock pad fi)r
3 seconds.
When tile controls are locked, tile indicator
light will come on and tile control settings
will not be displayed.
Tounlock the controls:
Press and hoM tile lock pad fin" 3 seconds.
_Mter tmlocking tile controls, tile settings
will be displayed, the lock indicator light
will go out and the settings can be changed.

Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemodels)
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located inside
tile cartridge holder in the back upper right
corner of the refrigerator c(mlpartment.
NOTE:Some models ship with the filter
bypass plug in place of the filter cartridge.
The filter byl)ass plug needs U) be removed
betore the filter cartridge is installed. Keep
the filter bypass I_lug fiw flmu'e use.
When to Replace the Filter
The filter cartridge should be replaced
every six months or earlier if the flow ot
water to the icemaker and dispenser
decreases.
Installing theFilter Cartridge
0 If }ou are replacing the cartridge,
fi_t remove the old one. To open the
cartridge cove_; push in where indicated
and the cover will drop down.
@ Remo_e the cartridge b) slowl) rotating
it to the left. A small amount of water
may drip down.
CAUTION_ If air has been
trapped in the system, the filter cartridge
may be eiected as it is remoxed. Use caution
when i'elllO_,in )"
Mark yore" calendar to remind you to
replace the filter cartridge in six months.
@ Remove the protective fi)il fl'om the end
of the cartridge.
Position the cartridge inside the
cartridge holder and slowl) rotate the
cartridge to the right tmfil it stops.
_A]_en the cartridge is properly installed,
you will feel it "click" as it locks into
place. The blade on the end of the
cartridge should be positioned
xertically: Do not overtighten.
O Close the cartridge cove_;
@ Run water fl'om the dispenser fi)r
3 minutes (about 1½ galhms) to clear
tile system and prevent sputtering.
See 7"0Use the l)isponser section.
NOTE:A newlxqnstalled water filter cartridge
may cause water to spurt flom the dispensex:
Filter Bypass Plug
Y)u must use the filter b)pass plug
when a replacement filter cartridge is not
awfilable. The dispenser and the icemaker
will not operate without the filter or filter
bypass plug.
Replacement Filters
Toorderadditionalfiltercartridges
in theUnitedStates,visitourWebsite,
www.GEAppliances.com,orcall
GEPartsandAccessories,800.626.2002.
Filter Model (;S_4'F
Suggested Retail Price $34.95 USD
C/IstollleI_ in Canada should constllt
the yellow pages tot the nearest Camco
Service Center:

Abouttheshelvesandbins. vvww.GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
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Some models have wire shelves that
can be adjusted in thesame mamTer.
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Rearranging the Shelves
Shel'_es in the refi_gerator and freezer (On_l)artments are a(!iustnble.
Refrigerator Compartment
Toremove:
0Tilt the shelf up at the fl'ont.
I,ift the shelf u I) at the back and
bring the shelf out.
To replace:
0_'_hile tilting the shelf up, insert the top
hook at the back of the shelf in a slot
on the track.
I,ower the fi'ont of the shelf tmtil the
bottom of the sheff locks into place.
Freezer Compartment
Toremove:
I,ifl up the left side of the shelf and
slide it left into the center of the shelf
SUl)l)OXlS.
0Rotnte the right side of the shelf up and
out of the shelf sui)ports.
Toreplace:
0Holding the shelf diagonall}_ insert the
left end of the shelf into the center of
the shelf SUl)poxls on the side wall at the
desired level.
0Insert the right end of the shelf into the
shelf supports at the same level. Rest
each end of the shelf on the bottom of
the shelf suI)ports,
NOTE."Formodelswith an automaticicemaker,
the freezershelf must be in the lower position
for the icecube buckettocatch the cubes.
Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)
SI)illproof shelves have sl)e(ial edges to
hel I) prexent spills fi'om dripl)ing to lower
shelves. To remme or replace the shelves,
seeRearrangingtheShelves.

Abouttheshelvesandbins(cont.).
Sfide-Out Spil/proof Shelf (onsomemodels)
The slide-out si_illproof shelf allows )ou To replace:
to reach items stored behind othe_. The
special edges are designed to help prexent _ Place the rear shelf tnbsjust in fl'ont of
''the central notches on the shelf fl'ame.
spills from dripping to lower shelxes.
To remove: 0Slide the shelf in until the central tnbs
are slightly behind the front bar.
Remove all items from sheltl
Slide the sheff out tmfil it stops.
0 I,ifi the fl'ont edge of the shelf tmtil the
central tnbs are above the fl'ont bin;
0Continue pulling the shelf fiwward
tmtil it can be removed,
I,ower the shelf into place tmtil it is
horizontnl and slide the shelf in.
Make surethat the shelf sits fiat after relbsta//at/on
anddoesn'tmovefreely fromside toside.
Make sureyoupush the shelvesall the way in
before youclose the door
,Fingerhold
,,Snugger
Adjustable Bins on the Door
A(!iustnble bins can easily be carried ti'om
i'etiJg-ei'ator 1o work aI'ea,
To remove: i,ifi bin straight up, then
pull out,
To replace or relocate: Engage the bin in the
molded supports of the dora; and push in.
Bin will lock in place.
The snuggerhelps prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf. (h_ip the finger hold near the rear of
the snugger and move it to fit w)ur needs.
Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door
To remove: Lift the shelf straight up, then
pull out.
To replace:Engage the shelf in the molded
supports on the door and push down.
It will lock in place.
Freezer Tilt OutBin (onsomemodels)
Push the button as you tilt out the bin.
To remove: Hold the sides of the bin and
lift it straight up, then pull out.
Toreplace:Engage the ends of the bin in
the molded supports on the door and
push down. It will lock in place.
NOTE."Do not overload the bin

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Not all features are on all models.
Shelf Saver Rack (onsomemodels)
Slide-out beverage rack holds 19 cans of
soda ()r _2_m_e/water" bottles (lengthwise).
It can be remoxed fin" cleaning.
Toremove, slkle the rack out to the stop
position, lift the rack up and past the stop
position and lift it out.
Aboutthe crispersandpans.
Not all features are on all models.
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Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the (h'awe_ or trader the (h'awe_
should be wiped dry.
Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the wm to the Slide the control all the wm to the LOW
HIGHsetting to provide high humidity .setfin.-_to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most vegetnbles, recommended fin" most fl'uits.
Snack Pan (onsomemodels)
This pan can be moxed to the most tlsefl/1
location for yore" fimfily's needs. Toremove, slide the pan out to the stop position, lift the pan ul) and past the stop
position and lift it ()tit.
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Adjustable Temperature Deft Pan (onsomemodels)
_\ hen the pan is placed in the top 6 slots The settings can be a(!iusted any_d_ere
on the left side and the lever is set at between cold , and coldest 1_ _.
COLDEST,air fl'om the fl'eezer is fi)rced
around the pan to kee I) it _ela,, cold. _,_hen set at cold, the pan will stn} at the
ilonnal reflJgerator teml)erature.
You can moxe the pan to am location if
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you don't want the extra cold storage. The coldest setting )roxides the coldest
stoI'a( e _1I'e_l.

Aboutcrisperremoval
Not all features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
To Remove:
These drawers can be removed easily b)
lifting up slighfl) while pulling the drawer
past the stop location.
When the door cannot be fully opened,
rein eve the dra wet ti_rth est from the door
first, Make sure the drawer closest to the
door is fifllv closed, There is a latch at the
front of the center slide rail, Push down on
the latch and slide the center slide rail, to
which the drawer is attached, a_;ly fl'om the
dooY P,elnove the drawer
Abouttheautomaticicemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice.
P0werSwitch
Green/_/4r
PowerLight FeelerArm
Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle---al)l)roMmately ] O0-130 cubes
in a 94-hour period, depending on fl'eezer
COlill)al'tl/lent telill)el'attll'e _ i'OOlil
teml)eratm'e, number of door openings
and other use conditions.
If the refl_igerator is operated before the
water connect.ion is made to the icemakex;
set the power switch to 0 (Off),
When the refl_igerator has been connected
to the water SUl)l)l); set the power switch to
I(on), The green light will come on.
The icemaker will fill with water when it
cools to ] 5°F. A newl)qnstalled refrigerator
may take 12 to 24 horus to begin making
ice cubes.
You will hear a buzzing sound each time
the icemaker fills with watex;
Throw awax the fixst tew batches of ice to
allow the water line to cleax:
Be sure nothing intex_bres with the sweep
of the teeler amx.
&&]_enthe bin fills to the level of the teeler
axm, the icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is nom_al fin" several cubes to be joined
togethex:
If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
If ice cubes get stuck in the icemakex; the
green power light will blink. To correct this,
set the power switch to 0 (off) and remove
the cubes. Set the l)ower switch to I (on) to
restart the icemakex:
_dter the icemaker has been turned on
again, there will be a delay of about 45
minutes betore the icemaker resumes
operations.
NOTE: In homes with lower-than-averagewater
pressure, you may hearthe icemaker cyclemultiple
times when makingone batch of ice.
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Icemaker Accessory Kit
If your refligerator did not come ah'ead_
equil)l)ed with an automatic icemakex,
an icemaker accessor_ kit is ax filable at
extra cost.
Check the back of the refligerator fi)r
the specific icemaker kit needed fin.
VOIII" model.

Aboutthe water dispenser.(onsomemodels) www.GEAppliances.com
Tile water dispenser is located on tile left
wall inside tile reiiJgerator COlllpartl/lent.
To dispense water:
0 Hold tile glass against tile recess.
O Push tile water dispenser button.
O Hold tile glass underneath tile
dispenser tor 2-3 seconds afier
releasing tile dispenser button.
X_'ltei" Inav contintle to dispense
after tile button is released.
If no water/s dispensedwhen the refrl)erator is fkst
installed, theremay be al?in the water line system.
Pressthe dlspenserbutton forat /east 2minutes to
removetrappedair fromthe water lineand tofill the
watersystem.Duringthis process,the dispenser
noise maybe loud asthe air ispurged from the
water linesystem. Toflushout impurities in the
water line,throw away the fkst 6glassfuls of water
NOTE: Toavoid water deposits, the &spenser
should be cleaned periodically by wiping with a
clean cloth or sponge.
Careand cleaningoftherefrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
The doorhandles and trim. Clean with
a cloth dampened with soapy watex:
D_T with a soft cloth.
Keep the outsideclean. X_]I)e with a clean
cloth lightly danq)ened with mild liquid
dish detergent. D_Twith a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe therefn)erator with a soiled dishcloth
or wet towel Thesemay leavea residuethat
can erodethepain£ Donot usescouringpads,
powdered cleaners,bleach orcleanerscontaining
bleachbecausetheseproductscanscratchand
weakenthepaint finish.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box at
baking soda in tile refl_igerator and fl'eezer
comi)artHlents.
Unplugthe refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not i)ractical, wring excess moisture
()lit of sponge or cloth when cleaning
around switches, lights or controls.
Lrse waml _mr and baking soda solution--
about a tablesi)oon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 liter) of wam_: This both cleans
and neutralizes odm_. Thoroughly rinse
and wipe dry:
Avoid cleaningcolflglass shelves(onsomemodels)
with hot water becausethe extreme temperature
difference maycause them tobreal_ Handleglass
shelvescarefully Bumpingtemperedg/asscan
causeit toshatter
Do not washanyrefn_Teretorparts in the dishwasher
Washice trays in lukewarm water only--do notput
themin an automaticdishwasher
Behind the Refrigerator
Be carefifl when moving tile reii_igerator
away fi'om tile wall. _M1types of floor
coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
eillbossed Stli'][il ces.
Pull tile reli_igerator straight out and return
it to position by i)ushing it straight in.
Moving tile reflJgerator in a side direction
may result in damage to tile floor covering
or refrigerator.
Whenpushing therefn)erator back,makesure you
don't roll over thepower cordor icemakersupply
fine{onsomemodels).
Preparing for Vacation
For long Vacations oF absen(es_ i'eillOVe
food and mq)lug tile refiigerator. Move
tile fl'eezer control to tile 0 (Off)position,
and clean tile interior with a baking soda
solution ot one tablespoon (15 ml) of
baking soda to one quart (l liter) of water:
i,eave the doot_ open.
Set tile icemaker power switch to tile 0 (off)
position and shut off tile water supply to
tile refrigerator.
If tile mmperamre can drop below ti'eezing,
have a qualified se_Mcer drain tile water
suI)ply systeln (on seine Inodels) to prevent
serious i)roperF damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as base grille,
shelves and (h'awe_ by taping them secm'ely
in place to prevent damage.
Besuretherefngeretorstaysinanuprightposition
duringmowbg / /

Replacingthelightbulbs.
Turning the control to the 0(off) position does not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Compartment
CAUTION:Li h,b./bsmaybehot
O Unplug the reli_igerann:
O The bulbs are located at the top of
the refi_gerator comi)artn_ent near
the opening. On some models, a light
shield will have to be removed.
O To remove the light shield, grasp the
shield as shown. Squeeze the shield
and rotate the shield toward the back
ot the reffigeratm: The light shield
will pop out.
OReplace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or h_wer wattage.
On models with a light shield, replace
the light shield.
O Plug the reti_igerator back in.
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Freezer Compartment Light (onsomemodels)
CAUTION:Li h,b.lbsmaybehot
Unl)lug the refl-igeratm:
O The bulb is located behind a light
shield at the back of the fl'eezer
COlilpai'tlilent, To I'elIlOVe_ squeeze
the top and bottom ot the shield and
pull the shield off.
O _dtei" replacing with an appliance bulb
of the same or lower wattage, replace
the shield.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
Freezer Compartment Dome Light (onsomemodels)
CAUTION:L, h,b./bm.ybe
Unl)lug the refiigeratm:
The bulb is h)cated at the top ot the
fl'eezer compartment inside the dome
light shield. To remove the shield, place
yore" finger in the pocket at the back
of the shield. Pull the shield tin'ward
After replacing with an appliance
bulb of the same or h)wer watta *e
replace the shield.
0Plug the refrigerator back in.
and down.
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 22 and25
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully,
• IMPORTANT - S_,,ethese
inst_ uctions fin" local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT -Obs.,e_,ll
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - KeeI) these instructions
ti,I" fllture reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation
15 minutes
• Proper installation is the responsibility of
the installer,
• Product thihu'e due to improper installation
is not covered trader the _',rrantv,
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(ON SOME MODELS)
If the reli'igerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line, AGE water sui)ply kit
(containing robing, shutoff wflve, fittings and
insttuctions) is available at extra cost fl'om votu" dealer,
by visiting otu" X_'ebsite at www, GFAppliances,com (in
Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
•Do not install the refl'igeramr where the temperature
will go below 60°F (l 6°C) because it will not run otten
enough to maintain proper temperatures.
• Do not install the refrigerator where the temi)erature
will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not i)erfl)rm
properly.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fifllv
loaded.
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CLEARANCES
Mlow the fi)llowing clearances fin" ease of installation,
proper air circulation and pluml)ing and electrical
connections:
• Sides 1/8" (4 ram)
• Top 1" (25 ram)
• Back 1" (25 ram)
If the refl_igerator is against a wall on either side, allow
a 1/8" (3 Ulln) door clearance.
ROLLERS
The rollers have 3purposes:
• Rollers a(!just so the doo_ close on their own when
opened about 45 °.
• Rolle_ a(!lust so the reflJgerator is firefly positioned
on the floor and does not wobble.
• Rollers allow ) ou to move the refrigerator awa) fl'om
the wall fin" cleaning,
To adjust the rollers:
0 Rem,,,ethe b'_,seg,_lleb,, II II
i,,,sitioninh mds ,sshown...... II
Rot;,te the bottoin of the _x.k_ _41
0 g,_lle,,._w_.-d.n.1theclips_\ II
refrigerator: _2,_€"
Using a screwdriver; turn _
the two fl'ont roller
a(!justing screws clockwise
to raise the refrigerator,
comlterclockwise to lower it,
OReplace the grille so the
notch in the grille will fit
around the bottom door
hinge.
Tilt the top of the grille
toward the refrigerator and
insert the long metal clips
into the top of the owfl
openings at the bottom of
the reliJgerato_:
Rotate the bottom of the
grille toward the refrigerator
until it snaps into place.

Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE CONSOMEMODELS)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recommended COl)per water supply kits are WX8X2,
_'_X8X3 or _,_X8X4, depending on the amom_t of
tubing you need. Approved plastic water sui)ply lines
are GE SmartConnect'" Refrigerator Tubing
(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and
WX08X10025).
When COlmecting your refl'igerator to a GE Reverse
Oslnosis _4'ater Systenl, the only approved installation
is with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water
systems, tollow the manufi_cturer's recommendations.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufi_cturer. Follow these
inst_ uctions carefidlv to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.
_4ater halnlner (water banging in the pipes) in house
i)lmnbing can cause damage to refl'igerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified
l)lmnber to correct water hammer before installing
the water supply line to the refl'igerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook
up the water line to the hot water line.
If you use your refl'igerator betore connecting the
water line, make sm'e the icemaker power switch is
in the 0 (off) position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatm'es tall below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sm'e the device is double
insulated or grotmded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is batte_ T powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
i)lulnbing code requirelnents.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
•Copper or GE SmartConnect '_' Refrigerator Tubing
kit, l/4" outer diameter to connect the reli'igerator
to the water sui)i)ly. If using coppe_; be sm'e both ends
of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add
8' (2.4 m). Be sure there is sulticient extra tubing
(about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refl'igerator to
Inove out ti'oln the wall after installation.
GE SmartConnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing Kits are
available in the following lengths:
2' (0.6 m) - _43X08X10002
6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10006
15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015
25' (7.6 m) - WX08X10025
Be sure that the kit w)u select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)
as described above.
NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in GE SmartComaect '_' Refrigerator Tubing
kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line
because the line is under pressure at all times. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age mad cause
water dmnage to your home.
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Installation Instructions
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra
cost frmn your dealer or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
• A cold water supply. The water pressure must be
between 2(1 and 12(1 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).
•Power drill.
• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper tubing
to the shutoff valxe and the refrigerator water valve.
OR
•If you are using a (;E Smmt(;onnect' Refrigerator
Tubing kit, the necessai T fittings are preassembled
to the tubing
• If your existing COl)per water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (a\:filable at
plmnbing SUl)ply stores) to connect the water line to
the refl'igerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting
with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.
Do not cut limned end fl'om GE SmartConnect '_
Refl'igerator tubing.
•Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff wflve should have a water inlet with a
minimmn inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
shutoff wflves are included in many water supply kits.
getOre l)urchasing, inake sure a saddle-type valve
complies with your local plmnbing codes.
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.
[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest fimcet hmg enough to clear
the line of water.
[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location fl_r the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect
into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection
to the top or side, rather than at the bottom,
to avoid drawing off anv sediment fl'om the
water pipe.
[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a l/4" hole in the water pipe (even it using a
sell=piercing \_flve) using a sharp bit. Remove any
burrs resulting fl'om drilling the hole in the pipe.
Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill.
Faihu'e to drill a 1/4" hole may result in reduced
ice I)roduction or slnaller cubes.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutott xalxe to the cold water pipe with
tile pipe clamp.
PipeClamp_
Saddle-TypeJ -VerticalCold
ShutoffValve WaterPipe
NOTE: (;ommonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle \zdves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed i)lumber.
[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten tile clamp screws until tile sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may c_ush tile
tubing. Washer
Pipe
Clamp
[] ROUTE THE TUBING
Route tile tubing between tile cold water line and
tile refl'igera tot.
Route tile tubing through a hole drilled in tile wall
or floor (behind tile refrigerator or ac!jacent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sm'e there is stflticient extra tubing
(about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refl'igerator to
move out fl'om the wall alter installation.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING
TO THE VALVE
Place tile compression nut and fish ule (sleeve)
fi_r COl)per tubing onto tile end of tile tubing and
connect it to the shutoff wdve.
Make sure tile tubing is flflly inserted into tile valve.
Tighten the compression nut secm'elv.
D_r plastic tubing fl'om a (kE SmartConnect ''_
Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end
of the robing into the shutoff wflve and tighten
compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional mrn with a wrench. Overtightening
III_IV Catlse leaks,
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve ,_
?ression
Nut
SmartConnect_
Tubing
Packing Nut--
Outlet Valve-- -- Ferrule (sleeve)
NOTE: COllllllonwealth of Massachusetts Phllllbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with yore" licensed plumbe_:
[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Tm'n tile main water sui_i)lv on and flush out tile
tubing until tile water is clear.
Shut tile water ott at tile water valve alter about
one quart (l liter) of water has been flushed
through tile tubing.
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Installation Instructions
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
•getore making tile connection to tile reti'igerator,
be sure tile refl'igerator power cord is not
plugged into the wall outlet.
• We recommend installing a water filter if your
water supply has sand or particles that could clog
the screen of the refl'igerator's water wdve. Install
it in the water line near the refrigerator. If using
GE Smart(_onnect '_ Refl'igerator Tubing kit, you
will need an additional tube (WX08X10009) to
connect tile filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
Reillo',e tile access co_,ei ",
Remove tile plastic flexible cap from tile water xalve
(refrigerator connection).
Place tile compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown. On GE
Smart(_onnecff" Refl'igerator Tubing kit, tile nuts
are ah'eadv assembled to tile tubing.
Insert tile end of tile tubing into tile water wdve
connection as thr as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten tile fitting.
For plastic tubing fl'om a GE Smart(:mmect ''_
Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of
tile tubing into tile shutoff \;dve and tighten
compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening
Ill'IV CatlSe leaks.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp provided to hold
it in a vertical position. You may need to PU open
the clamp.
One of the illustrations below wiU look like the
connection on your refrigerator,
Icemaker Modelswithout Water Dispenser
1/4"Tubing
SmartC_
Tubing
Water DispenserModels
TubingClamp...
)nNut
(sleeve)
- Refrigerator
Connection
1/4"Tubir
1/4"CompressionNut,
Refrig SmartConnect_ Tubing
[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten am connections that leak.
Reattach tile access cover.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
__rranoe the coil ot tubing so that it does not _ibrate
against the back of the refrigerator or against the
wall. Push the refl'igerator back to the wall.
START THE ICEMAKER
Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on) position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it
reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or
below. It will then begin operation automatically if
the icemaker power switch is in the I (0/1)position.
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the
water xalxe may turn on up to 3 times to delixer
enough water to the icemake_:
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT NOTES
_'hen re\'e_ing the door swing:
• Read the instructions all the way through befin'e
sta rting.
• Handle parts careflfllv to awfid scratching paint.
• Set screws down bv their related parts to aw)id using
them in the wrong places.
• Provide a non-scratching work surtace tk_r the doors.
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the
cabinet until doo>swi_g reversal is completed.
These instructions are for changing the hinges from
the right side to the left side>--if w_u ever want to change
the hinges back to the right side, follow these same
instt ucfions and reverse all reterences to left and right.
Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
compartment.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillipsscrewdriver
Puttyknifeor
thin-bladescrewdriver
5/16" Headsocketdriver
3/4" Headsocketdriver
(a6-pointsocketis
recommended)
Maskingtape
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Installation Instructions
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
%q_e the door shut with nmsking tape.
Remoxe the hinge coxer on top of the fl'eezer door
(on some models).
]lemoxe the two screws, then lilt the hinge strai_*ht
ui ) to fl'ee the hinge, pin fl'om the socket in the top
of the doo_:
Remove the tape and tilt the door awav fl'om the
cabinet, i,ifl it otf the center hinge pin.
Set the door on a non-scratching surtace with
the inside up.
[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR
DOOR
Tape the door shut with maskino. _tape.
Remoxe the center hinge, I)in with a 3/4" socket.
HingePin
Remoxe the tape and tilt the door awm from the
cabinet. I,ifl the door straight off the bottom hinge
bracket.
Set the door on a non-scratching sudi_ce, with the
inside up.
CAUTION: Do not let door drop to the fl_or.
To do so could damage the door st_p.
[] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO
THE LEFT
h_terchange hinge and scre_vs at top fight with scrmvs
at the top left of cabinet.
Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time.
[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE
BRACKET TO THE LEFT
Remove the base grille by pulling it straight out.
Using a socket (hive_; move the bottom hinge bracket
fl'om the fight side to the left side.
NOTE: If the washer is not on the hinge bracket,
check to see if it is stuck to the bottom of the do(n:
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Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE
BRACKET TO THE LEFT
]_.emove the center hinge bracket b.v removing
the three screws.
NOTE: Keep these screws with the hinge bt_cket.
They are long screws and will be used when installing
the hinge on the other side.
You will need to remove the colo>matched cap fl'om
the screw head befl)t'e volt c[lIl I'eIll(we the screw.
Use the edge of a thin flat blade to gently pry the
caps off the screw heads. (A put D' knite works well
fin" this.) Cover the blade with tape to prevent
scratching the paint.
Remove the mullion cover fl'om the left side using
the thin flat blade. Assemble it to the right side.
Remove the screw fl'om the center lett side of the
cabinet. Screw it into the holes on the right side.
Place the center hinge bracket ()vet" the holes at
the center leti side of the cabinet. Insert and
tighten the three hmg screws.
Replace the cap by snapping it over the screw with
your finger.
[] TRANSFER DOOR STOPS
On each door, mo_e the metal door stoi_ from the
right to the lelL
Moxe any screws fl'om the leli to the right.
[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR
DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT
To remove the handle: Remove the I)lug button by
carefldly pr)_ng under the edge with a putt)' knife.
Remove the exposed screw holding the handle.
t
Handle Plug
Remoxe the two screws holding the handle to the
top of the door.
LongHandle
Short
Screw
ShortHandle
Hole Handle
\ Plug
Pin
Handle
After removing the handle: Move the small plug
buttons fl'om the top fight side of the door top and
insert them into the holes on the opposite side.
SmallPlu,
Buttons
Move the large, I)lu°,_ button fl'om the left edge of the
door and insert it into the hole on the opposite side.
PlugButton
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