GE Side by Side 22 Dispenser User manual

Useand@re Guide
Refrigerator
Safe~ instructions .........................3
Operating Instructions, Tips
Energy-Saver System ..............,.....................4
Energy-SavingTips.........................................2
Food-Saver System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Food Storage Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...9
StorageTimes..............................................9
Dispenser ....................................................5 –8
lcemaker......................................................5 -8
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 12
Storage Drawers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Drawer and Cover Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Temperature Controls ...................................4
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning–Inside and Outside ...................13
Condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Drawer and Cover Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Light Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Problem Solver.......................2O-22
More questions ?...call
GE Answer Center
a
800.626.2000
Preparation
Adjustable Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Base Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. 16
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. .........16
Vacation and Moving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Water Supply to Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installation
Adapter Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Water Line installation .........................l8, 19
Consumer Services ...................23
Appliance Registration ..................................2
Important Phone Numbers .......................23
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
Models: S;de by S;de 2ff, 22’
24’ and27’ Dispenser
GE Appliances

~LP US ~LP YOU...
Read this book carefully. Write down the model and serial numbers.
It is intended to help you operate and maintain your
You’ll see them on a label on the wall beside the top
new refrigerator properly.
drawer or at the bottom, inside the fresh food
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
compartment door.
If you don’t understand something or need more help, These numbers are also on the Consumer
write (include your phone number): Product Ownership Registration Card that came
Consumer Affairs
with your refrigerator.
GE Appliances Before sending in the card, please write these
Appliance Park
numbers here:
Louisville, KY 40225
Model Number
If you received a damaged refrigerator...
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold Serial Number
you the refrigerator. Use these numbers in any correspondence or service
calls concerning your refrigerator.
Save time and money.
Before you request service...
Check the Problem Solver in the back of this book. It lists
minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.
ENERGY-SAVING TWS
● Location of your refrigerator is important. Avoid ● Be sure the doors are closed tightly. Before leaving
locating it next to your range, a heating vent or where the house or retiring for the night, check to be sure the
the sun will shine directly on it. doors haven’t been left open accidentally.
● Close the doors as soon as possible, particularly in ● Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup
hot, humid weather. inside the refrigerator.
m YOU NEED SERVICE
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
the back of this book.
We’re proud of our service and want you to be
pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three steps to follow for
further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most
cases this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write
all the
details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
To obtain a Spanish language version of this
book, call
GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000
consumer information service.
Para obtener la version en espafiol de este
manual, name a
GE Answer Center”,
servicio de informaci6n
para e] consumidor,
telefono 800.626.2000.
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WORTANT SAFEH ~STRUCmONS
Read W htmctiom before King t~ apptimce.
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AWARNIN+when
using this
appliance, always exercise basic safety
precautions, including the following:
● Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Guide,
● This refrigerator must be properly
L<:$,. instiied and located in accordance
. . . _
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used.
If you did not receive
an Installation kstructions sheet with
your refrigerator, you can obtain one by
calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center:
800,626.2000.
* Never unplug your refrigerator
by pulling on the power cord. Always
grip plug firmly and pull straight out
from the outlet.
● Repair or replace immediately dl electric
service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged, Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length
or at either the plug or connector end,
● When moving your refrigerator away from
the waM, be careful not to roll over or damage
the power cord.
● Do not tiow children to climb, stand or
hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. They
codd damage the refrigerator and seriously
injure themselves.
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● H your old refrigerator is still around
the house but not in use, be sure to
remove the doors. This will reduce the
possibility of danger to children.
* After your refrigerator is in operation, do
not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment, partic~arly when hands
are damp or wet Skin may adhere to these
extremely cold surfaces.
* Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic
icemating mechanism while the refrigerator is
plugged in. This
will prevent contact with the
moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with
the heating element that releases the cubes,
● Don’t refreeze frozen foods which have
thawed completely. The United States
Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden
Bulletin No, 69 says:
“.. .You may safeIy refreeze frozen foods that
have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if
they are still cold—below 40°F.
“.. .Thawed ground meats, poult~ or fish that
have any off-odor or off-color should not be
refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice
cream should be discarded. If the odor or color
of any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it,
The food may be dangerous to eat.
“Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the
eating quality of foods, particularly fruits,
vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quality
of red meat is affected less than that of many oth~r
foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to
save as much of their eating quality as you can.”
● Unplug your refrigerator before
cleaning and making repairs, NOTE:
We strongly recommend that any servicing
be performed by a qualified individual.
● Before replacing a burned~ut tight bdb, unplug
the refrigerator or turnoff the
power at the
circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid
contact with a live wire fihunent. (A burned-out
light bulb may break when
being replaced.)
NOTE: Turning control to OFF position does not
remove power to the light circuit.
● Do not store or use gasoline or other flammabl~
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance,
SAW T~SE
~STRUCTIONS
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OPEMTmG YOUR REFWGEMTOR
Set the Temperature Controls
Two controls let you regulate the temperature in the
fresh food and freezer compartments.
At first, set the fresh food control to “5” and the freezer
control to “C”.
Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize,
whether you are setting the controls for the first time or
adjusting them later. Then, if you want colder or
warmer temperatures in either compartment, adjust the
controls one step at a time.
NOTE: Moving the fresh food control to OFF turns off
cooling in both compartments-fresh food and
freezer—but does not shut off power to the refrigerator.
How to Test Temperatures
Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment. Use the ice cream test for the freezer compartment.
Place acontainer of milk on the top shelf in the fresh Place a container of ice cream in the center of the
food compartment. Check it a day
later. If the milk is freezer compartment. Check it after a day. If it’s too
too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls. hard or too soft, adjust the temperature control.
Always
allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach
the temperature you set.
Automatic Energy-Saver System No Defrosting
You won’t find an “energy-saver” switch
It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food
on this refrigerator.
compartments. Although your refrigerator is designed
Warm liquid from the refrigerator’s condenser is
and equipped to defrost itself automatically, some
automatically circulated around the front edge of the
frost on packages is normal.
freezer compartment to help keep moisture from
forming on the outside of the refrigerator during
humid weather.
Many refrigerators use special electric heaters.
This refrigerator needs none. That’s why there is no
“energy-saver” switch
. . there’s no need for it.
If you turn your household thermostat below 60°F. at night...
. . you may want to turn the lettered
control one step colder, as from “C” to : ~.:’..” ‘“.,
“D:’ Cooler temperatures in the house
may cause the compressor to operate
less frequently, thus allowing the freezer
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This change should have no effect on your fresh food
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compartment. However, if freezing occurs, turn the
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numbered control one step warmer, as from “5” to “4”.
+ ,.
When you stop turning the thermostat down, turn
temperature controls back to their regular setting.
compartment to warm somewhat. To protect your
frozen food supply, leave your
lettered setting at this
colder setting for the entire winter or for whatever
period of time you are turning down your thermostat.
This is especially important when the thermostat is
turned down for an extended period.
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AUTOWTIC ICEW=R & DISPENSER
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How it Works
Your refrigerator has an automatic icemaker and a
dispenser that dispenses water (on some models), ice
cubes and crushed ice (on some models) through the
freezer compartment door. Here’s how they work.
Water flows from the household supply through a
(1) dual solenoid valve to the
(2) water tubing and to
the
(3) automatic
Q
icemaker as
needed.
Water is frozen in
the
e
(4) cube mold and
ejected into the
(5) storage bin where
o
a motor-powered
auger moves
cubes forward.
● EtMs is your first icemaker you’ll hear
occasiod sounds that maybe unfamiMar.
These are normal icemaking sounds and are not
cause for concern,
● Your immaker w~ produce eight cubes per
cycl+approdmatel 120 cubes in a 24-hour
i
period+eprtdinga freezer compartruent
temperature, room temperature, number of door
openings and other
use conditions.
. Int&rmittent *Pnskg of ice k normal. If ice
flow interruption is more than brief, ice clump(s)
may
h the cause and should be removed following
ins~ctions in this section.
* Avo~d ovefitikg @asses with ice and using
narrow
or etira-till @asses. This can jam the
chute or cause the door in the chute to freeze shut.
Periodicdly open the freezer compartment door
and look down into the chute. If ice is blocking the
chute, poke it through with a wooden spoon.
Cubes dispense through the chute in the door when
the dispenser pad is pressed.
When CRUSHED is selected (on some models),
a baffle channels cubes through the crusher and
crushed ice falls through a chute into the glass.
On some models, water flows through the
(6) tubing in the door and is dispensed when the
dispenser pad is pressed.
(7) A light switch (on some models) turns the night
light in the dispenser on or off.
The light also comes on when the dispenser pad
is pressed.
The light in the dispenser should be replaced with a
7 watt maximum bulb when it burns out.
● To help keep bits of ice from being sprayed
beyond the glass, place the glass close to the ice
chute-but not so close that it blocks outcoming ice.
● Fill glasses with ice before adding soda or
other beverage mixes. This will prevent splashing
which could cause the ice and water selector switch
to stick.
● Baverages and foods should not be quick-
cMlled b the ice storage bin. Cans, bottles or
food packages in the storage bin may cause the
icemaker or auger to jam.
* Do not add ice from trays or bags to the
storage bin. It may not crush or dispense well.
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AUTOWTIC ICEW~R & DISPENSER
(continued)
Before Using Your Icemaker and Dispenser
If you use your refrigerator before
the water connection is made, raise
the ice access door and make sure
the icemaker feeler arm is in the
STOP (up) position.
arm in m in
(up)
n)
position position
When the water supply has been connected to the
icemaker, move the feeler arm to ON (down) position.
On models with a water dispenser, select water then
press the dispenser pad for about two minutes to
remove trapped air from the water line and to
fill the water system.
The ice cube mold automatically fills with water after
cooling to freezing temperatures. First cubes normally
freeze after several hours.
NOTE: With a newly-installed refrigerator, allow
about 24 hours for the freezer compartment to cool
down to the proper ice-making temperature.
Once Your Icemaker and Dispenser are in Operation
Throw away the first few batches of ice cubes (16 or
24 cubes). This will flush away any impurities in the
water line. Do the same thing after vacations or
extended periods when ice isn’t used.
On models with a water dispenser, pour the first six
glassfuls of water in the kitchen sink to clean out the
line. The first water through the system picks up a slight
“plastic” taste from the water tubing.
To make sum the bin fills with ice, level the cubes
occasionally.
When cubes fdl into the bin they may pile
up close to the icemaker and push the feeler arm to the
STOP position before the bin gets full. Keeping the
cubes level allows the icemaker to fill the bin.
Caution:
Under certain rare circumstances, ice cubes may be
discolored, usually apparing with a ~n-bluish
color. The cause of this unusual discoloration is
apparently due to a combination of factors such as
certain characteristics of
locrd waters, household
plumbing and the
accumdation of coppr sahs in an
inactive water supply line which feeds
the icemaker.
Continued consumption of such discolored
i~ cubes
may be injurious to health.
H such discoloration is
observed, discard the ice cubes and contact your GE
Factory Service Center or
an authorized Customer
Care
@
Servicer.
To Dispense Ice and Water
“ Select CUBES, CRUSHED ICE (on some models)
or WATER (on some models).
Dispenser
pad
Dispenser
pad
● Grip the glass or other container near the rim and
press the rim against the center of the dispenser pad.
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When Dispensing Ice...
When Dispensing Water.. .(on some mtiels)
Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though
The first glass of water dispensed maybe warmer
you selected CUBES. This happens occasionally when
than the following ones. This is normal.
a few cubes get channeled to the crusher.
Dispensed water is cool, not iced. For colder water,
Sometimes a mound of snow will form on the door
simply add crushed ice or cubes before dispensing water.
in the ice chute. This condition is normal, and usually
occurs when you have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly. The snow will eventually evaporate.
Caution: Never put fingers or other objects
into the dispenser opening.
To Stop Dispensing
Release pressure from the dispenser
pad and wait a few seconds to catch
the last bits of ice or drops of water.
There may be some dripping after ,
dispensing crushed ice or water. If
~
there is a lot of dripping, the spill
r
}~ ~.
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should be wiped dry right away. ‘
If Ice Clumps Form in the Storage Bin...
The icemaker ejects cubes in groups of eight, and
it is normal for several cubes to be joined together.
However, if you don’t use the ice very often ice
clumps may form in the storage bin and can
clog the dispenser.
If this happens:
● Remove the storage bin from the freezer.
Do not pour water in the spill shelf because it is not ● Break up ice clumps with your hands. Throw
self draining—pour it in the kitchen sink. The shelf away any clumps that you can’t break up.
and its grille should be cleaned regularly according to
Care and Cleaning instructions.
~re~~ here t. ~emove grille
● Replace the bin before the remaining cubes
The grille is easily removed
melt and fuse together.
by pressing on the back
right corner.
To Remove Ice Storage Bin To Replace Ice Storage Bin
Lift the left corner to free the Slide the bin back until the tab on t
bin from the shelf. Pull the bin
locks into the slot in the shelf.
straight out while supporting it If the bin does not go all the way
at front and back. back, remove it and turn the drive
mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the
bin back again until the tab on the
bin locks into the slot in the shelf.
If Ice Is Not Used
Often...
“Old” ice cubes will become cloudy and taste stale.
Empty ice storage bin periodically and wash it in
lukewarm water. Be sure to allow storage bin to cool
before replacing
it+therwise ice cubes will stick to
the metal auger.
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AUTOWTIC ICEW~R & DISPENSER
(continued)
Move Feeler Arm to STOP (up) Position when...
● Home water supply is to be turned off for several hours.
● Ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time.
● Going away on vacation, at which time you should also turn off the valve
in the water
supply line to your refrigerator.
Water Filter Accessory
Your ice cubes can only be as fresh-tasting as the
water that produces them. That’s why it’s a good
m
idea to Durifv vour water with a wat;r filter. -W
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It has complete-installation instruction-s and installs in
minutes on 1/4” O.D. copper water line.
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Suggested Storage Times for Meat and Poultry*
Eatingqualify
DAYS IN MONTHS IN
Eating quality
OAYS IN MONTHS IN
drops after REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
drops after REFRIGERATOR
FREEZER
time shown AT
35” to 40” F. AT
0° F.
time shown
(2” to 4° c.)
(-18” c.)
AT 35o to 40° F. AT 0° F.
(20 to 4° c.)
(-18° C.)
Fresh Meats Fresh Poultry
Roasts (Beef & Lamb) 3 to 5 6 to 12
Chicken & Turkey (Whole) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 to 2
12
Roasts (Pork & Veal) 3 to 5
4 tO a
Chicken (Pieces) 1 to 2
9
Steaks (Beef) ...........3 to 5 6 to 12 Turkey (Pieces) 1 to 2
6
Chops (Lamb) ..............,.................,,. 3 to 5 6 to 9
Duck & Goose (Whole) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 to 2
6
Chops (Pork) 3 to 5 3 to 4
Giblets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 to 2
3
Ground & Stew Meats 1 to 2 3 to 4
Variety Meats 1 to 2 3 to 4
Cooked Poultry
Sausage (Pork) .......1 to 2 1 to 2 Pieces (Covered with Broth)
....,.,.,,....1 to 2
6
Processed Meats
Pieces (Not Covered) 3 to 4
1
Cooked Poultry Dishes 3 to 4 4 to 6
Bacon 7
1
Fried Chicken 3 to 4
4
Frankfuflers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
~12
Harr (Whole) 7
i to 2
(Other than for meats& pottlt~)
FREEZER
Ham (Half) 3 to 5
1 to 2 Most fruits and vegetables ................................................a.l 2 months
Ham (Slices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1 to 2 Lean fish.............................................................................6.a months
Luncheon Meats 3 to 5
Freezing
Fatty fish, rolls and breads, soups, stew, casseroles .........2-3 months
Sausage (Smoked) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
not recom- Cakes, pies, sandwiches, leftovers (cooked),
Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry) .............14 to 21
mended.
ice cream (original carton) ......,..........,,.........................1 month max.
Cooked Meats
* U.S. Depurt\nent [?fAgric,ulture
Cooked Meats and Meat Dishes . . . . . . . . 3 to 4
2 to 3
Gravy & Meat Broth 1 to 2 2 to 3 Meats, fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in quality and
age; consequently, safe storage time in your refrigerator will vary.
Fresh Food Storage Tips
To store vegetables:
● lJse [he vegelable drawers. They have been designed to
preserve the natural moisture and freshness of produce.
● Covering vegetables with a moist towel helps
nl~intain crispness.
● As a further aid to freshness, prepackaged vegetables
can be stored in their original wrapping.
[Jnfrozen meats, fish, and poultry:
● Alw~ys remove store wrappings.
● Rewr~p in foi 1, plastic wrap or wax paper and
refrigerate i mediately.
Cheese:
● Wrap well with wax paper or aluminum foil, or put
in a plastic bag.
● C’tirctul Iy wrap to expel uir and help prevent mold.
● Store prepacktiged cheese in its own wrapping if you wish.
Tips on Freezing Foods
There arc three essential requirements for efficient
home freezing.
1. Initial quality. Freeze only top-quality foods.
F1-cezing retains quality and flavor; it cannot
improve qua]
ity.
2. Speed. The quicker fruits and vegetables are frozen
after picking, the better the frozen product will be.
You’ll save time, too, with less culling and sorting
to do.
3. Proper packaging. Use food wraps designed
especially for freezing.
To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap well in freezer-
weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping material),
forming it carefully to the shape of the contents. This
expels air. Fold and crimp ends of the package to provide
a good, lasting seal. Don’t refreeze meat that has been
completely thawed; meat, whether raw or cooked, can
be frozen successfully only once.
Fine-quality ice cream, with high cream content, will
normally require slightly lower temperatures than more
“airy” already-packaged brands with low cream content.
● It will be necessary to experiment to determine the
freezer compartment location and temperature
control setting to keep your ice cream at the right
serving temperature.
● The rear of the freezer compartment is slightly
colder than the front.
New techniques are constantly being developed.
Consult the County Extension Service or your local
Utility Company< for the latest information on
freezing and storing j?]ods.
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GENERAL ELECTWC FOOD-SAWR SYSTEM
Moist ‘n Fresh drawer—
close tightly
Convertible Meat Keeper
Moist ‘n Fresh Drawer
Convertible Meat Keeper (on some models)
The top drawer is designed to keep unwrapped The Convertible Meat Pan drawer has its own cold
foods fresh by retaining the
ntitural moisture content air duct to allow a stream of cold air from the freezer
of foods such as:
compartment to flow around the drawer.
● Artichokes ● Cherries ● Peas, green
The variable temperature control regulates the
● Asparagus ● Corn ● Plums
● Beets, to~~ed
● Currants
air flow from the freezer compartment.
● Radishes
● Blueberr~ek ● Greens, leafy ● Rhubarb
Set control lever to
● Carrots
● Lettuce -
● Spinach
MEAT—the coldest
● Celery
● Parsley ● Tomatoes, ripe
setting—to store fresh
As in any refrigerated storage
area, it is meats. If lever is left in
recommended that odorous foods be stored
meat position for a long
wrapped—foods such as:
● Broccoli ● Cabbaoe ● Parsni Ds
● Brussels sprouts ● Cauliflower ● Turnips
● Green onions
Storage time will depend upon the type of food and its
condition when placed in the drawer.
Excess water which
may accumulate in the bottom of
the Moist ‘n Fresh drawer should be poured out and
the drawer wiped dry.
The Moist ‘n Fresh drawer is partially sealed by
gaskets attached to the cover
at the front and back
edges.
Altil(ly.v r(’pl(l(e it itl this ct~v<’r (ltt<l push the
drawer (111 ~h(’ \v(iv itz.
period of time, some frost
may form on the inside of
the drawer.
Set control lever to VEG
to convert the drawer to
normal refrigerator
temperature and provide
extra vegetable storage
space. Cold air duct is
turned off.
Variable settings between
be selected.
these extremes can
Sealed Snack Pack (on some models)
The Sealed Snack Pack—and shelf to which it is
attached—can be relocated within the Fresh Food
compartment.
The scaled drawer retains sufficient
humidity for convenient storage of lunch meats and
cheese, hors d’oeuvres, spreads
and snacks.
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SHELVES
Quick Shelf
TM
Swing Down Shelf (on some models)
This swing-down
shelf provides
extra shelf space
when needed.
When you want
to use it,
pull the
shelf forward as
far as it goes, then
lower it. Be careful
not to force it down
before it is pulled out all the way.
To raise it back into position, pull the shelf forward,
push it up and slide it back fully until it stops.
How to Rearrange Your Shelves
To relocate shelves:
Select desired
shelf height.
The shelves in the fresh food compartment are
With shelf front raised
adjustable, enabling you to make efficient shelf
arrangements to fit your family’s food storage needs.
slightly, engage the top
lugs in the tracks at the
To remove shelves:
Tilt the shelf up at
4
H
re~r of the cabinet. Then
Lift up
frOnt, then lift it up \ a“d out
, Jm
lower the front of the shelf
~ Tilt up
until it locks into position.
and out of the tracks
on the rear wall of
the refrigerator.
Wire shelves (on some
models) are adjustable
in
❑
Engage
❑ top lug
Lower to lock
into place
the same manner,
Porta-Bins on Fresh Food Compartment Door (on some models)
Adjustable Porta-Bins can easily be carried from the
refrigerator to your work area.
To remove: Lift Porta-Bin straight up until mounting
hooks disengage.
To replace or relocate: Select desired shelf height,
engage Porta-Bin7s hook in slots on the tracks of the
door, and push in. Porta-Bin will lock in place.
The divider (on some models), helps prevent
tipping, spilling or sliding of small items stored
on the door shelf.
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Divider
Place index finger and middle finger on either side of
the divider near the front and simply move it back and
forth to fit your needs.
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SHELWS
(continued)
Multi-Position Shelves in Freezer Compartment (on some models)
Shelf supports at various levels in
To reposition shelves:
the freezer compartment let you
reposition the shelves from time to
time to better accommodate your
variable inventory of frozen foods.
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2. Pull shelf sideways until
1. While pressing tabs on shelf shelf rods come out of holes
on left
wall.
supports on right wall, lift shelf 3. Select desired shelf
heigh[ and
out of grooves in supports.
insert shetf rods into holes on
left wall. Lower shetf into
grooves on support while
pressing tabs. Be sure shelf wire
is
fully inserted into grooves.
Deep Door Shelves in Freezer Compartment (on some models)
Detachable shelf extenders deepen and enclose fixed
door shelves, providing more storage room and
greater storage flexibility.
To remove: Lift the shelf extender straight up until
the mounting hooks come out of the slots in the door.
To replace: Lineup the hooks with the slots in the
door and push in and down.
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Cleaning—Outside
The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth
wiped
dry ilnnleditite}y to prevent spotting, Water left lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild
on the shelf
muy leave deposits that you can remove liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a
by soaking in undiluted vinegar.
clean, sofl cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a
You
can also use a paste of non-precipitating water soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel. These may
softener (such
JS C~lgon brtind) and water, or onc
leave a residue that can erode the paint. Do not use
teaspoon of citric acid powder per pint O( hot ttip
scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
water. Soak until the deposit disappears or becomes containing bleach because these products can scratch
]oose enough to rinse away. Usually 30 minutes
and weaken the paint finish.
soaking
lime is adequate, Avoid using wax on the spill Protect the paint finish. The outside of the
shelf
and trim.
refrigerator has a high quality, baked-on paint finish.
The door handles and trim can be cleaned with u
With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-
cloth dampened with a solution of mild I iquid
free for years. Apply kitchetiappliance wax when the
dishwashing detergent
and water. Dry with a soft refrigerator is new and then at
least twice a year.
cloth, Don’t use wax on the door handles and trim. Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.
WR92X02 16) is available from GE Service and
Parts Centers.
Cleaning—Inside
Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments
should
be cleaned at least once a year. 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 of
baking soda to a quart of water. This
both cleans
and neutralizes odor. Rinse thoroughly
with
water and wipe dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator—including
door gaskets. meat and vegetable drawers, ice
storage bin and all plastic parts—-can be cleaned the
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of
baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the
top shelf. Change the box every three months. An
open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb
stale freezer odors.
Do not wash any plastic parts from your
refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher.
Drain opening in freezer compartment. During
yearly cleaning, remove bottom freezer basket and
flush a solution of
baking soda—one teaspoon and
sarnc-way. After cleaning door gaskets, apply a thin two cups of hot (not
boi~ng) water—thro~gh the
l~yer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the drain line with the help of a meat baster. This will
hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking help eliminate odor and reduce the likelihood of a
and-bending out of ~hape. ‘Do n~t use cleansing clo~ged drain line.
powders or other abrasive cleaners.
If drain becomes
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water clogged, use a meat
because the extreme temperature difference may baster and
baking-
cause them to break.
soda-and water
solution to force the
clog through the
drain line.
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CAW AND CLEANING
(continued)
Condenser
For most efficient operation, you need to keep the
condenser clean. Remove the base grille and either
sweep away or vacuum up dust that is readily accessible.
For best results, use a brush specially designed for
this purpose. It is available at most appliance parts
stores. This easy cleaning operation
should be done at
least once a year.
Drawer and Cover Removal
Drawers will stop before coming all the way out of
refrigerator to help prevent contents from spilling
onto floor. Drawers can easily be removed by tilting
up slightly and pulling past “stop” location.
To remove drawers when the fresh food
compartment door cannot be opened
fully:
1. Remove food from the shelf above the Moist ‘n
Fresh drawer and take out the shelf. Take food off
of the glass cover and out of the drawer.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Remove the flexible Drawer
~ ~ Gasket
gasket at the rear of
the Moist ‘n Fresh
drawer. Lift each end
straight up until the
slots on the gasket are
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free of the drawer
F
SUppOfi tabs.
Pull the drawer
partway out. Reach
push the rear of the
glass up and, at the
same time, push it
in,
back until it clears the
front corner retainers.
Tilt and remove the cover.
forward, lift the front
to clear stops, and
remove the drawer. If
the refrigerator door
doesn’t open
completely, pull the
Pull the drawer
drawer out until it hits
the door. Then lift the
drawer up until it is higher than than the drawer
supports, tilt it and take it out.
6. If tape holds Convertible Meat Pan cover to drawer
supports, remove the tape. Pull drawer partway out.
Reach in, push the
rear of the glass up and, at the
same time, back, until it clears front-corner retainers.
7. Tilt and remove the
cover. Avoid cleaning
the cold glass cover
with hot
water
because the extreme
temperature difference
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may cause it to break.
8. Tilt and remove
the drawer.
After cleaning,
replace in reverse
order. When
replacing the
drawer make sure
you slide it
through both
drawer guides on
the left side.
9. Reinstall the gasket
at the rear of the
vegetable drawer.
Fit the ~nd ~Jf the
plastic drawer
support into the
slot on the gasket,
with the rubber
gasket
flap facing
you. Make sure
the gasket snaps
into place.
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Light Bulb Replacement
Fresh Food Compartment-Upper Light
1. Unplug refrigerator.
2. To align the control knob properly, note position
of numbered control for proper reassembly, turn
control to OFF and pull off knob.
3. Pull bottom of light panel down about
l/4’’—just
enough to disenguge lip at rear from grooves in
retainers on rear
wall.
4. Lift panel to disengage top from pins on side walls;
remove panel.
After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall panel
(hang top on pins; pull bottom down, push it back and
release it to let lip engage grooves in retainers).
Replace temperature control knob in OFF position, turn
it to previous setting,
and plug refrigerator back in.
Fresh Food Compartment-Lower Light
(on some models)
This light is located behind a shield at the rear of the
fresh food compartment.
1. Unplug refrigerator.
2. Grasp the top edge of the shield and lift it up and
forward to free its top edge.
3. After replacing with the same size bulb, hook the
top of the shield back in place.
In Freezer Compartment
1. Unplug refrigerator.
2. Remove shelf just below light
shield. (Shelf will be easier to
remove if it is emptied first.)
3. Pull plastic light shield toward
you. (It will bend to free tabs
from grooves.)
After replacing with same size
bulb, reinstall shield and shelf
and plug refrigerator back in.
Behind Refrigerator
Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure
away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can you don’t roll over the power cord or icemaker
be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and
water supply line.
those with embossed surfaces. Pull the refrigerator
straight out and return it to position by pushing it
straight in. Moving your refrigerator in a side
direction may result in damage to your floor
covering or refrigerator.
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Refrigerator Location Clearances
Do not install refrigerator where temperature will Allow the following clearances for ease of
be below
60°F. because it will not run often enough installation, proper air circulation and plumbing
to maintain proper temperatures. and electrical connections:
Do install it on a floor strong enough to support it
Sides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....5/8”
fullv loaded.
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1“
.
Also see Energy-Saving Tips regarding location.
Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1“
If refrigerator is against a wall on either side, allow
3/4” for door clearance.
Rollers
Adjustable roller behind the base grille enable you to
move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.
These rollers should be set so the refrigerator rests
firmly on the floor. To assure that the doors will close
automatically from a halfway-open position, there is a
built-in tilt from the front to the back of the cabinet.
Side-by-side refrigerators also have specially designed
door hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened,
allowing the force of gravity to help close them securely.
To adjust rollers,
remove the base grille by
grasping it at the bottom
and pulling it out.
~~’
~rn roller adjusting screws
clockwise to raise refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.
Use adjustable wrench (3/8” hex
head bolt) or pliers.
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When adjusting front rollers for
proper door closure, we recommend that the bottom
front edge of the cabinet be approximately 5/8”
from
the floor.
To replace base grille,
align prongs on back
of grille with clamps in
cabinet and push back
until the grille snaps
into place.
Water Supply to Icemaker
You will need to connect your icemaker to a cold
water line. A water supply kit containing copper
tubing, shut-off valve, fittings and instructions is
available at extra cost from your dealer. There should
be sufficient tubing from the cold water supply to the
icemaker inlet to allow you to move the refrigerator
out from the wall several feet (approximately 8 feet of
1/4” copper tubing in three 10” diameter coils).
Do not use kits with plastic tubing, since there
is water pressure in the supply line at all times.
Preparing to Move
Disconnect power cord from wall outlet, remove all
food, and clean and dry the interior.
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and
storage pans, by taping them securely in place to
prevent damage.
Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position” during
actual moving and in van. Refrigerator must be
secured in van to prevent movement. Protect the
outside of the refrigerator with a blanket.
Preparing for Vacation
For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and
For extended vacations or absences, remove food
leave controls at regular settings. However, if room and shut off power to the refrigerator. Clean the interior
temperature is expected to drop below
60°F., follow with baking soda solution of one tablespoon of soda to
instructions as in the Temperature Controls section. one quart of water. Wipe dry. To prevent odors, leave
open box
of soda in refrigerator. Leave doors open.
Move the icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (up) position
and be sure to shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
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How to connect electricity
For personal safety, this appliance must
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
be ~ro~erlv grounded.
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
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The power cord of this If you have only a standard two-prong wall outlet,
Preferred method
appliance is equipped it is your personal responsibility and obligation to
with a three-prong
(grounding) plug which
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have it replaced with a properly grounded three-
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mates with a standard
three-prong (grounding)
wall outlet to minimize
the possibility of electric
yK
prong wall outlet.
~ NOT, UNDERAW CIRCUMSTANCES,
CUT OR REMOVE T~ T- (GROUND~G)
Insure proper grounding
PRONG FROM T~ POWER CORD.
exists before use.
shock hazard from /’/
this appliance.
Use of Adapter Plug
Because of potential
safety hazards under
certain conditions,
we strongly
recommend against
use of an adapter
plug. However, if
you still elect to use
an adapter, where
local codes permit,
Temporay method
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Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada.
Align large prongdslots.
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Insure proper grounding and firm
connwtion exists before use.
a TEMPOR-ARY CONNECTION may be made to
CAUTION: Attaching an adapter ground terminal to
the wall outlet cover screw does not ground the
appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not
insulated, and the wall outlet is grounded through the
house wiring. You should have the circuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the
adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand. If
this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very
likelv to break with re~eated use.
a properly grounded two-prong wall outlet by use ,
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of a UL-listed adapter available at most local
Should the adapter ground terminal break, DO
hardware stores.
NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the
again been established.
larger siot in the wall ou~et to provide p~oper polarity
in the connection of the power cord.
Electrical Requirement
Use of Extension Cords
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its Because of potential safety hazards under certain
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of
rating that matches the rating plate.
an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an
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This provides the best performance and also prevents extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a
overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause
UL-listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension
a fire hazard from overheating wires. cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that
the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes
(minimum) and 120 volts.
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UUTION:
● If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker feeler
arm is kept in the
~OP (up) position,
● Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas
where temperatures fall below freezing.
G When using any electrical device (such as a
power drill) during installation, be sure the
device is insulated or wired in a manner to
prevent the hazard of electric shock.
.
Al installations must be in accordance with
local plumbing code requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
● A cold water supply is required for automatic
icemaker operation. The water pressure must
be between 20 and 120 p.s.i.
● Power ~, unless you have a seti-piercing valve.
c Copper tubing, 1/4” outer diameter to
connect the refrigerator to the water supply.
Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much copper tubing you
need: measure the distance from the water valve
on the back of the refrigerator to the water
supply pipe. Then add 8 feet. Be sure there is
sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet coiled into
3 turns of about 10 inches diameter) to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation. Do not use plastic tubing or plastic
fittings because the water supply line is under
pressure at
all times. Mso, certain types of
plastic tubing may become brittle with age and
crack, resulting in water leakage.
s Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water
line. The shut-off valve should have a water
inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32”
at the point of connection to the COLD WATER
LINE. Saddle-type shut-off valves are included
in many water supply kits. Before purchasing,
make sure a
saddle-~pe valve complies with
your local plumbing codes.
. Two 1/4” outer diameter compression nuts
and 2 ferrules (sleeves) – to connect the
copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the
refrigerator water valve.
c If your existing water line has a flared fitting at
the end, you will need an adapter (available at
plumbing supply stores) to connect the water
line to the refrigerator OR - you can cut off the
flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a
compression fitting.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
~s water tie instition is not warranted by
the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer.
FOUOW these instructions care~ to ~
the risk of expensive water damage.
❑ SHUT OFF THE ~lN WATER SUPPLY.
Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear
the line of water.
❑ INSTALL THE SHUTOFF VALVE ON THE
NEAREST FREQUENTLY USED DRINKING
WATER LINE.
Typical ways to connect to water supply
~fl~l~jp
Through floor Under sink Through wall to In crawl
to basement
to cold
utlllty room cold
space under
cold water pipe
water pipe water pipe house
a. Choose a location for 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 any sediment
from the water pipe.
b. Drill a 1/4” hole in the water pipe, using a
sharp bit. Remove any burrs resulting from
drilling the hole in the pipe. (Do not drill a
hole if the valve is a se~-piercing type.)
c. Fasten the shutoff
valve to the cold
water pipe with the
pipe clamp.
d. Tighten the clamp
screws until the
sealing washer
Ical
begins to swell. Do
water
not over-tighten or
you may crush the
copper tubing.
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❑ ROUTE THE COPPER TUBING BETWEEN THE
COLD WATER LINE
AND THE REFRIGERATOR
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the
floor or wall behind the refrigerator or adjacent
base cabinet) as close to the wall as possible. Be
sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet
coiled into 3 turns of about 10” diameter) to
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall
after installation.
❑ CONNECT THE COPPER TUBING TO THE
SHUTOFF VALVE.
Place the compression
nut and ferrule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing
and connect it to the
shutoff valve. Make sure
the.tubing is fully
inserted into the valve.
Tighten the compression
nut securely.
❑ TURN OH THE WATER AND FLUSH OUT
THE TUBING.
a. Turn the main water supply on and flush out
the tubing until the water is clear.
b. Shut the water off at the water valve after
about one quart of water has been flushed
through the tubing.
❑ CONNECT THE COPPER TUBING TO
THE REFRIGERATOR
Before mting the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power
cord is not plugged into the
wdl outiet.
We recommend installing a water filter
(available at service and parts centers) if your
water supply has sand or particles that could
clog the screen of the refrigerator’s water valve.
Install it in the water line near the refrigerator.
a.
b.
c.
d.
Remove the plastic flexible cap from the
water valve.
1/4” Copper Tubing
tubing as shown.
Insert the end of
the copper tubing
into the water
valve connection
as far as possible.
mile holding
Place the
compression
and ferrule (s
onto the end
rule
eve)
Refrigerator.connection
the tubing, tighten the fitting.
Fasten the copper tubing into the clamp
provided to hold it in a vertical position. You
may need to pry open the clamp.
❑ TURN THE WATER OH AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE.
Tighten any connections that leak.
❑ PLUG THE REFRIGERATOR POWER CORD
INTO A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET.
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❑ SET THE ICEMAKER FEELER ARM TO THE
ON (DOWN) POSITION.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it
reaches its operating temperature of
15°F. or
below. It will then begin operation automatically
if the icemaker is in the ON (down) position.
N~: The icemaker may double-cycle when it
first
stirts, causing some water spillage from the
icemaker into the ice bucket. This is normal and
should not happen again. The first few batches of
cubes should be thrown away, so that remaining
impurities in the water line will be flushed out.
❑ MOVE THE REFRIGERATOR BACK TO
THE WALL.
krange the coil of copper tubing so that it does
not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or
against the wall.
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QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
REFRIGERATOR
DOES NOT OPERATE
MOTOR OPERATES
FOR LONG PERIODS
MOTOR STARTS &
STOPS FREQUENTLY
VIBRATION OR
RA~~G
HOT AIR FROM
BOTTOM OF
REFWGERATOR
OPERATING
SOUNDS
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes.
● Temperature control in O/OFF position,
Q If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wdl outlet.
● If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lamp or a
small appliance into the same
outiet to determine if there is a tripped circuit
breaker or burned out fuse.
● Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer
compartment require more operating time.
● Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home—usually requires
24 hours to completely cool down.
● Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen.
c Hot weather—frequent door openings.
● Door left open.
● Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use
of Temperature Controls.
s Grille and condenser need cleaning. Refer to Care and Cleaning page.
● Check Energy-Saving Tips.
● Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures.
“ If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor
and front roller screws or front leveling legs need adjusting or floor is weak
or uneven. Refer to Rollers section on Insolation Requirements page.
● Icemaker supply line may be rattling. Move the refrigerator 1/2” out from wall.
● If dishes vibrate on shelves, try movkg them. Slight vibration is norrnd.
● Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that
heat be expelled
in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will
discolor at these normal and safe operating temperatures.
Your floor covering
supplier should be consulted if you object to this discoloration.
● The high speed compressor motor required to maintain near zero
temperatures in the
large freemr compartment may produce higher sound
levels than your old refrigerator.
● Normal fan air flow+ne fan blows cold air through the refrigerator and
freezer compartments—
another fan cools the compressor motor.
s These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time:
● Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost.
● Defrost water dripping.
● Temperature control clicks ON or OFF.
● Refrigerant boiling or gurgling.
● Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction
during defrost and refrigeration following defrost.
● With automatic icemaker, the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water
running in pipes as
icemaker refil~s.
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