GE SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIRATOR 22 Installation instructions

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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker ............... 14
Care and Cleaning ............. 17, 18
ClimateKeeper2 TM .................... 6
Crispers and Pans ................. 13
CustomCooF" . .................... 7, 8
Ice and Water Dispenser ....... 16-17
QuickFreeze TM ....................... 9
Quick Ice .......................... 16
Refrigerator Doors ................. 12
Replacing the Light ................ 19
Shelves and Bins ............... 10, 11
Temperature Controls ............... 5
TurboCooF" ......................... 6
Water Filter ......................... 9
Installation Instructions
Installing the Refrigerator ...... 29-32
Moving the Refrigerator ........ 25-28
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator .................... 24
Trim Kits and Panels ........... 20-23
Water Line Installation ......... 33-35
Troubleshooting Tips ...... 37-39
Normal Operating Sounds .......... 36
Consumer Support
Performance Data Sheet ....... 42, 43
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate ....... 44
Warranty (Canadian) ............... 40
Warranty (U.S.)..................... 41
Models 22, 23, 25, 26, 27 and 29
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Refrig6rateurs
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Refrigeradores
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Write the model and serial numbers
here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the
top on the right side. 200DSO74P053 49-60648 05-77 GE

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
ARNING!
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 the Installation
Instructions before it isused.
} Do not allow children to climb,stand or hung
on the shelvesinthe refrigerator. Theycould
damage the refrigerator and seriously injure
themselves.
} Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment when hands are dump or wet.
Skinmay stickto these extremely cold surfaces.
} Do not store or usegasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquidsin the vicinity ofthis or any other
appliance.
:In refrigerators with automatic icemukers,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector
mechanism, or with the heating element located
on the bottom ofthe icemaker.Donot placefingers
or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refrigerator isplugged in.
Keepfingers out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doors and between
the doors and cabinet are necessarilysmall.
Becareful closing doors when children are
in the area.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making
repairs.
NOTE:Westrongly recommend that any servicing
be performed bya qualified individu_2.
Non-LCD models: Setting either or both controls
to O(off)does not remove power to the light circuit.
LCDmodels:Turning the cooling system off does
not remove power to the light circuit.
Do not refreezefrozen foods which havethawed
completely.
Alwaysclean the CustomCool TMTray after thawing
food.

DANGER! RISK OF CHILD
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ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOF THEREFRIGERATOR
Childentrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past.Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
still dangerous...evenif they will sitfor "just a few
days."Ifyou are getting rid of your old refrigerator,
pleasefollow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer:
Take off the doors.
Leavethe shelvesin place sothat children may not
easilyclimb inside.
Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,
which under federal law must be removed prior
to product disposal. Ifyou ore getting rid of an
old refrigeration product, check with the company
handling the disposal about what to do.
USE OFEXTEIVSIOIVCORDS
Because of potentia/ safety hazards under certain conditions, we strong/I/recommend against the use
of an extension cord,
However,ifyou must usean extension cord, it isabsolutely necessarythat it be a UL-listed(inthe United States)
or a CSA-listed(inCanada),:S-wiregrounding type appliance extensioncord having a grounding type plug and
outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum)and 120volts.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
HOW TOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any c/mumsmnces, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.
Thepower cord of this appliance isequipped
with a 3-prong (grounding)plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (grounding)wall outlet
to minimizethe possibility of electricshock hazard
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
is properlygrounded.
If the outlet isa standard 2-prong outlet, it isyour
personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with u properly grounded 3-prong wall
outlet.
Therefrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
Thisprovides the best performance and alsoprevents
overloading housewiring circuits which could cause
u fire hazard from overheated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on
the powercord. Alwaysgrip plug firmly and pull
straight out from the outlet.
Repairor replaceimmediately all power cords
that have become frayed or otherwise damaged.
Do not usea cord that showscracks or abrasion
damage along its length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from the wall,
be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYIAIFORMAT/ONCAREFULLY,
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the temperature controls. GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models. Your controls may be similar to the following,"
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LCD models
NOTE."Therefrigerator Lsshipped with protective film covering the temperature controls, If thLsfilm was not
removed during installation, remove it now
Thetemperature controls am preset in the factory at 37°F(3°C)
for the refrigerator compartment and O°F(-18°C)for the freezer
compartment, Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize
to thepreset recommended settings,
Refrigerator temperatures can be adjusted between 34°Fand 46_F
(7°Cto 8°C),and the freezer temperatures can be adjusted between
-6°F and +8°F(-27 °Cto - 73°C),
Tochange the Refrigerator temperature:
LCDModels:
Access By: Home > Refrigerator
Activate By:Usingthe arrows to select the desired
temperature. You must press ENTERtoset the new
temperature.
Tochange the Freezertemperature:
Access By: Home > Freezer
Activate By:Usingthe arrows to select the desired
temperature. You must press ENTERtoset the new
temperature.
Oncethe desiredtemperature hasbeen set, the displaywill
return to the HOMEscreen and show the set temperatures
underneath the actual temperature display for several
seconds.Severaladjustments may be required.Eachtime you
adjust the controls, allow 24 hoursfor the refrigerator to
reach the temperature you have set.
Turning the cooling system off..
LCDmodels:TurningthecoolingsystemOFF,stopscoolingin both
thefreezerandrefrigeratorcompartments,butdoesnotshutoff
electricalpowertotherefrigerato_
LCDModels:
Access By: Home > Options > Information and Settings>
CoolingSystem Off
Toturn the cooling system back on,pressthe touch screen
and pressthe ONbutton.
Activate By."PressingENTER.
Performance Air Flow System
ThePerformanceAir-Flow System is designed
to maximize temperature control in the refrigerator and
freezer compartments. Thisunique specialfeature consists
of the Air Tower along the backwall ofthe refrigerator and
the AirTunnel on the bottom portion of the freezer rear wall.
Placingfood in front of the louverson these components will
not affect performance. Although the AirTower and the Air
Tunnelcan be removed,doing sowill affect temperature
performance. (Forremoval instructions, on-line,contact
us at ge.com or call 800.GE.CARES.InCanada,contact us
atgeappliances.caor call 1.800.561.3344.)

About TurboCool. TM
LCDModel On_
How it Works
TurboCooF'rapidly cools the refrigerator
compartment in order to more quickly
coolfoods. Use TurboCoolwhen adding
a large amount of food to the refrigerator
compartment, putting away foods after they
have been sitting out at room temperature or
when putting away warm leftovers.It can
also be usedif the refrigerator has been
without power for an extended period.
Onceactivated, the compressor will turn
on immediately and the fans will cycle on
and off at high speed asneeded for eight
hours.Thecompressor will continue to run
until the refrigerator compartment cools
to approximately 34% (I°C),then it will cycle
on and off to maintain this setting. After
8 hours, or if TurboCoolis pressed again,
the refrigerator compartment will return
to the original setting.
How to Use
LCD Models:
Access By: Home > Options > Refrigerator
Options > TurboCool
Activate By."Pressing ON
Deactivate By: Pressing OFF.
NOTES:
The refrigerator temperature cannot be
changed during TurboCool
The freezer temperature is not affected during
TurboCoo!
When opening the refi'igerator door during
TurboCool, the A?ns will continue to run ifthey
have cycled on,
About ClimateKeeper2. TM (ontomemode,'s}
How it Works
The ClimateKeeper2_'isthe industry's
most advanced refrigeration system,
deliveringoptimum temperature and
humidity performance to keepfood garden
fresh longer and reducefreezer burn, while
maintaining Estar-levelefficiency.
The ClimateKeeper2 systemfeatures two
evaporators--one for the refrigerator and
one for the freezer.
This provides two separate cooling systems,
and separatesthe airflow between the fresh
food and freezer compartments during
normal cooling operations.*
This ensuresthat the humidity levelsin
the fresh food compartment are significantly
higher than in a conventional system,**
allowing fresh produce and other unsealed
foods to retain their moisture content and
freshness longer. Hoisture sensitivefoods
such asfresh fruit, salads,rice,etc.,can now
be stored on open shelveswithout excessive
moisture loss.Dueto the higher humidity in
the refrigerator,you may on occasion
experience fog or small amounts of moisture
in the refrigerator compartment. This is
normal and may come and go asdifferent
food loads and environmental conditions
change. Wipe dry with a paper towel if
desired.
Theseparate airflow system minimizes
the mixing of air between the two
compartments, which reducesfresh food
odor transfer to improve the taste of ice.
TheClimateKeeper2system alsoreduces
the number of defrosting cyclesin the freezer
evaporator,thereby reducing freezer burn.
_Freezer air is used in the CustomCool
feature,
....Testing shows ahigher level of humidiCv in
the Fresh Food section in ClimateKeeper2
refi'igerators versus conventional units,

About CustomCool.'M(onsomemoods) eEAppliances.com
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LCDModels Only
How it Works
LCD Models Only
The CustornCoolT_feGtureisusedto quickly
chill items,th(]w items or hold the p(]n(it (]
specific temper(]ture. Thisfe(]ture is(]system
of d(]mpers, (]f(]n,(] temper(]ture thermistor
(]nd (]he(]ter.
Thepcmistightly se(]ledto prevent
temper(]ture fluctu(]tions in the restof
the refriger(]tor.The controls for this p(]n
(]re Ioc(]tedon the dispenser with the
temper(]ture controls.
Express Thaw TM
ExpressChillTM
How to Use
Emptythe p(]n. Pl(]cethe Chill/Th(]wtr(]y
in the p(]n.Pl(]cethe items on the tr(]y
(]nd closethe p(]n completely.
LCD Models:
Access by: Home > Options > Refriger(]tor
Options > CustomCool P(]n
ExpressChi#c(]n be set to 15, 30 or 45
minutes. The def(]ult is 15 minutes.
Tostop (]fe(]ture before it isfinished:
For LCDModels:
Go into th(]t fe(]ture's menu (]nd press
the OFFbutton.
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During ExpressThaw (]nd
ExpressChil/,the displ(]yon the
controls will count down the time
inthe cycle(on some models).
After the ExpressThaw cycleis
complete, the p(]n will reset to the
MEATsetting(32°F[0°C])to help
preserveth(]wed items until they
(]re used.
Thedispl(]yed(]ctu(]l temper(]ture of
the CustomCoolp(]n m(]yv(]ry slightly
from the SETtemper(]ture b(]sedon
us(]ge(]nd oper(]ting environment.
NOTE:For food safety reasons, it is
recommended that foods be wrapped in
pl_stic wrap when using Express Thaw,
This will help contain mea<juices and improve
thawing performance,
How to Remove and Replace the Drawer
To remove:
O Pullthe dr(]wer out to the stop position.
Rot(]te(]11four swing locksto the unlock
position.
O Liftthe front of the dr(]wer up (]ndout.
Toreplace:
H(]kesure (]11four swing locks(]re in
the unlock position.
Pl(]cethe sidesof the dr(]wer into
the dr(]wer supports, m(]king sure
the swing locksfit onthe dr(]wer slots.
Lock (]11four swing locks byrot(]ting them
to the lock position.

About CustomCool."(on som moddg
CustomCool TM Chart
NOTE:Results may vary depending on packaging, starting temperature and other food traits.
Express Tha w'M
0.5Lb.(_
Hamburger Patties(0.5Ib)
IndividuallyWrapped
FiletMignon (0.5Ib)
1.0Lb.(6 hours)
Chicken Breasts(1.0Ib)
Ground Beef(1.0Ib)
Steak (1.0Ib)
2.0 Lbs.(10 hours)
Chicken Breasts(2.0Ibs)
Ground Beef(2.0Ibs)
Steak (2.0Ibs)
3.0 Lbs.
Chicken Breasts(3.0Ibs)
Ground Beef(3.0Ibs)
Steak (3.0Ibs)
ExpressChflF
15 Minutes
1 BeverageCan(12oz)
2 SmallJuice Boxes(6-8 ozeach)
30 Minutes
2 to 6 BeverageCans(12oz each)
2 Plastic20 oz Bottlesof Beverage
4 to 6 SmallJuice Boxes
(6-8 ozeach)
3 FoilJuice Packets
Wine (750 ml bottle)
45 Minutes
2 Literof Beverage
1/2 Gallonof Juice
Gelatin-1 package
Se/ect Temp _
Citrus Setting (43°F[6°0])
Oranges, Lemons,Limes,Pineapple,
Cantaloupe
Beans,Cucumbers,Tomatoes,
Peppers,Eggplant, Squash
Produce Setting B5°F [2°C1)
Strawberries, Raspberries,Kiwifruit,
Pears,Cherries,Blackberries,Grapes,
Plums,Nectarines,Apples
Asparagus, Broccoli,Corn,
Mushrooms,Spinach,Cauliflower,
Kale,GreenOnion,Beets,Onions
Meat Setting 32°F_
Raw Meat, Fishand Poultry
How to Use the Beverage Center (LCDmodels on/y)
Some CustomCoolmodels feature a
beverage center. It isdesignedto store
beverages at coldertemperatures. Select
this feature ifyou liketo keepextra-chilled
refreshments on hand.
Access by."Home > Options > Refrigerator
Options > Beverage Center
Activate by: Pressing ON.
Deactivate by: Pressing OFF.
How to Remove and Replace the Beverage Center 'LCDmooe/s onb]
Toremove:
O Removedairy bin first. Holding
the bottom of the dairy bin, lift the front
straight up,then lift up and out.
O Holdingleft and right sideof beverage
center,lift straight up and out.
Leaveadapter in place.
Toreplace:
Engagebacksideof beveragecenter in
molded supports on adapter. Then push
down on the sidesof the beverage
center.The beveragecenter will lock into
place.
Replacedairy bin.
Center
Adapter
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About QuickFreeze. TM(On somemode/g GEAppliances.com
OuickFreeze
Plate
The QuickFreezeplate isonly to be
usedwith the QuickFreezefeature.
UseQuickFreezeto freeze items faster
to enhance food preservation.
How to Use
Placefood (wrapped in plasticwrap)
on QuickFreezeplate.Turnthe feature
on via the LCDcontrols.
SomeLCDModels Only."
Access > FreezerOptionsr. . _By:Home Options >
>_juickFreeze
Activate By: Usingthe arrows to select
the time and pressing Enter.
Deactivate By."PressingOFF.
NOTE:Whilethe OuickFreezefeature is
enabled,the actual freezer temperature may
drop aslow as-3°F (-!9°C).This isnormal.
About the water filter (onsome models)
Water Filter Cartridge
Thewater filter cartridge islocated inthe back upper right corner
of the refrigerator compartment.
Wh_anto Rep/a,ce,.the Filter on Models With a
cemen_ malcaror Light
Thereisa replacement indicator lightfor the water filter cartridge
on the dispenser.This light will turn orange to tellyou that you
need to replace the filter soon.
Thefilter cartridge should be replaced when the replacement
indicator light turns red or if the flow of water to the dispenser or
icemaker decreases.
When to Replace the Filter on Models Without a
Replacement Indicator Light
Thefilter cartridge should be replaced every six months
or earlier if the flbw of water to the water d_spenseror icemaker
decreases.
Removing the Filter Cartridge
Ifyou are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one by
slowly turning it to the left. Donotpull down onthe cartridge. A
small amount of water may drip down.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
0 Ifyou are replacing a SmartWater cartridge with
an adapter, it must be removed before installing the
cartridge. To remove the adapter, turn it to the left about 1/4
turn.
Ifyou are repl icing a Water_byCullitgn cqrtri.dge, .
eave the aaa Dter_np_ace..n_sadd ;ter wmstay _nthe
refrigerator w enyou replacefutur, cartridges.
With adapter Without adapter
(appearance may vary)
O On models ithout a replacement indicator light,
apply l_hemonth and year sticker to the new cartridge to
remind you to replacethe filter in six months.
Fillthe replacement cartridqe with water from the tap to
allow for better flow from tBe dispenser immediately after
installation.
Lineup the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge
holder.Placethe top of the new cartridge up insidethe
holder.Donotpush it up into the holder.
Slowlyturn itto the right until the filter cartridge stops.
DONOTOVERTIGHTEN.Asyou turn the cartridge, it will
automqtically raise itselfinto position.Thecartridge will
move about 1/2 turn.
Pressand hold the WATERFILTERpad (onsome models)on
the dispenserfor 3 seconds.
Cart idge I I I
Hoder I IJ
NOTE:Anewly-installed water filter cartridge
spurt trom the dispenser upon first use. may cause water to
Filter Bypass Plug
O Youmust usethe filter bypassplug
FW eq when a replacement filter cartridge
at is not available.Thedispenser and
! Filter ! the icemakerwill not operate
k_2 _J without the filter or filter
Hold 3 seconds to Resetbypass plug.
Touse.thefilter byp,ass..plugon Water by.Culligan.mod,els,,you
must hrst remove tne hirer adapter Tromthe cartndge no_deroy
turning itto the left.
Filter/'_d
Bypass
Pld
SmartWater 'Water byCulligan
Forthe maximum benefit of yourfiltration system. GE
recommends the useof GEbranded SmartWater filters only.
Using GEbranded filters in GEand Hotpoint refrigerators provides
optimal performance and reliability. GEbranded SmartWater
filters are always the right choice becausethey are patented and
designedspecifically for GEproducts. GESmartWater filters meet
rigorous industry NSFstandards for safety and quality that are
important for products that are filtering your water. GEhas not
qualified non-GEbranded filters for usein GEand Hotpoint
refrigerators and there isno assurance that non-GEbranded
filters meet GE'sstandards for quality, performance and reliability.
If you have questions visit our Website
atGEApp/ianms.mm,or call !.800.GE.CARES(1.800.432.2737).
Replacementfilters:
Toorder additionalfilter cartridgesin theUnitedStates,
visitour Websiteat GEAppliances.corn,or carlGEPartsand
Accessories,800.626.2002.
Seefilter label for type of filter to order (MWFor HSWF)
Customersin Canadashould consult the yellow pages
for the nearest Habe ServiceCenter. 9

About the shelves and bins.
Not a// features are on a// models.
Refrigerator bin
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Freezer t//bout bin
Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
Bins
The larger refrigerator door binsand freezer
tilt-out door bins(]re adjustable.
Toremove: Lift the front of the bin straight
up,then lift up and out.
Toreplace or relocate: Engagethe back side
of the bin in the molded supports on the
door.Thenpush down on the front of the bin.
Binwill lock in place.
Thesnugger helps prevent tipping, spillingor
slidingof small items stored on the door shelf.
Placea finger on either sideof the snugger
near the rear and move it back and forth
to fit your needs.
Top freezer bin
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CAUTION."
Becareful when
placing items in
the top bin, Make
sure that items
do not block or
f_?llinto theice
chute.
Press tab and pull shelf fbrward
tO re/-F_ove
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
Theslide-out spillproof shelf allowsyou to
reach items stored behind others.Thespecial
edges(]re designedto help prevent spills
from dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove:
Slidethe shelf out until it reaches
the stop,then pressdown on the tub
and slidethe shelf straight out.
Toreplace or relocate:
Linethe shelf up with the supports and slide
it into place.The shelf can be repositioned
when the door isat 90° or more. To reposition
the shelf,slidethe shelf past the stops and
angle downward. Slideshelf down to the
desiredposition, line up with the supports
and slideinto place.
Make sure you push the shelves all the way
back in before you close the door,
OuickSpace TM Shelf
This shelfsplits in halfand slides under itself
for storage of tall items on the shelf below.
This shelfcan be removed and replaced
or relocated just likeSlide-OutSpillproof
Shelves.
On some models,this shelfcannot be used
in the lowest position.
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Not all features are on all models.
Freezer Baskets
Toremove, push the basket all the way to the
back of the freezer.Lift up until the back pins
are disengaged. Lift the entire basket up and
pull out.
Make sure you push the baskets all
the way back in before you close the door,
Slide- Out Freezer Shelves
Toremove, slideout to the stop position,
lift the front past the stop position and
slideout.
Make sure you push the shelves all the way
back in before you close the door,
)Fixed Freezer Shelves
Thereare two types of fixed
freezer shelves.
Toremove this type of shelf."
0 Lift the shelf up at the left side.
0 Bring the shelf out.
Toremove this type of shelf."
Lift up the left side ofthe shelf and slideit
left intothe center of the shelf supports.
Rotatethe right sideof the shelf up
and out of the shelf supports.
/VOTEFOR DISPENSER MODELS: In order to
take fU//advantage of the d/t-out ice bin, on(y
store items on the shelf below the ice bin that
are no taller than the Iowest point on the bin,
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About the refr erator doors.
Refrigerator Doors
The refrigerator doors may feel different than
the onesyou are usedto. Thespecial door
opening/closing feature makes surethe
doors closeall the way and are securely
sealed.
When opening and closingthe door,you will
notice a stop position.If the door isopened
past this stop point, the door will remain
open to allowyou to load and unload food
more easily.When the door isonly partially
open,it will automatically close.
Theresistanceyou feel at the stop
position will be reduced asthe door
isloaded with food.
When the door is only partially open,
it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will st_y
open.
Door A lignmen t
If doors ore uneven, odjust the refrigerotor
door.
O Usinga 7/16"wrench, turn the door
adjusting screw to the right to raise
the door,to the left to lower it. (Anylon
plug, imbedded inthe threads of the pin,
prevents the pinfrom turning unless
a wrench isused.)
O After one or two turns of the wrench,
open and closethe refrigerator door
and check the alignment at the top
of the doors.
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About the crispers and pans. GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crispers
Excesswater that may accumulate in
the bottom ofthe drawers should be
wiped dry.
On some models,the bottom drawer has
fullextension slidesthat allow full access
to the drawer.
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Adjustable Humidity Crispers
Slidethe control all the way to the N/setting
to provide high humidity recommended for
most vegetables.
Slidethe control all the way to the/0
setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits.
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Convertible Dell Pan
Theconvertible deli pan has its own cold
air duct to allow a stream of cold air from
the freezer compartment or fresh food
compartment to flow to the pan.
The variable temperature contro/regulates
the air flow from the Climate KeeperAir
Tower.
Set the control to the coldestsetting to store
fresh meats.
Setthe control to coldto convert the pan
to normal refrigerator temperature and
provide extra vegetable storage space.
Thecold air duct isturned off.Variable
settings between these extremes can
be selected.
About crisper removal.
Not all features are on all models.
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Crisper Removal
Crisperscan easily be removed by pulling
the drawer straight out and lifting the drawer
up and over the stop location.
If the door preventsyou from taking out
the drawers, first try to remove the door bins.
If this does not offer enough clearance,
the refrigerator will need to be rolledforward
until the door opens enough to slidethe
drawers out. Insome cases,when you roll
the refrigerator out, you will need to move
the refrigerator to the left or right asyou
roll it out.
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About theautomaticicemaker GEAppliances.com
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Automatic Icemaker
Theicemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle-approximately 100-130 cubes
in a 24-hour period,depending on freezer
compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings
and other use conditions.
If the refrigerator isoperated before the
water connection is made to the icemaker,
set the power switch in the OFFposition.
When the refrigerator has been connected
to the water supply,set the power switch
to the ONposition.
Theicemakerwill fillwith water when it cools
to !5°F (-10°C).A newly installedrefrigerator
may take 12to 24 hoursto beginmaking
icecubes.
Youwill hear a buzzing sound each time
the icemaker fills with water.
Throw away the first few batches of ice
to allow the water lineto clear.
Besure nothing interferes with the sweep
of the feeler arm.
When the binfills to the levelofthe feeler
arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice.
It isnormal for severalcubes to bejoined
together.
If ice isnot usedfrequently, old icecubes will
become cloudy,taste stale and shrink.
Special note about dispenser models:
Some models have a tilt-out icebin.
Thebin can be tilted out as shown in the
illustrations,and it will hold itselfup while
you take iceout or turn the icemaker
power switch on and off. Besureto put the
bin back in place before closingthe door.
To restore your ice level from an empty
bucket stage, the following steps are
recommended:
O 12 hours after the first batch of icehas
fallen into the bin,dispense 3 to 4 cubes.
After an additional 6 hours, dispense
3 to 4 cubes again.
Thesesteps will restore your icelevel in
the shortest amount of time.
Power/"
Switch FeelerArm
(onsomemodels)
NOTE:
Power
Switch
X
cemaI<er
/
/
Green
Power Lign_ FeelerArm
(onsomemodels)
In homes with lower than average water pressure, you may hear the
icemaker cycle multiple times when making one batch of ice.
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Models with tilt out ice bin
To access ice and reach the
icemaker power switch;
OLift the bin, then pull it
forward until the bin stops,
Oower the bin to access ice
or reach the power switch.
Accessing Ice and Reaching
the Power Switch on Dispenser
Models
Thereare two types of ice storage bins
on dispenser models. One has a shelf above
the bin,the other does not.
Special note for models with tilt-out
ice bin:
Thesemodels havea tilt-out ice bin.
Thebin can be tilted out as shown in
the illustrations,and itwill hold itself
up while you take iceout or turn the
icemaker power switch on and off.
Besure to put the bin buck in place
beforeclosing the door.
NOTE."/n order to rake fiJ// adw_ntage of the d/t-
out ice bin, only store items on the shelf below
the ice bin that are no tzdler than the lowest
point on the bin.
Models with a shelf
above the ice bin
To access ice, puff the bin forward,
To reach the power switch, pull the
shelf straight out. AIw_ys be sure to
replace the shelf
On some models,
to access ice or reach
the po wer switch:
• , i!ii!il
|
Ou// the bin fbrwz_fd until the
bin stops. Oower the bin to access ice
or reach the power switch.
Removing Ice Bin (dispenser models)
CAUTION." Theice bin is heavy when full,
Setthe power switch to the OFFposition
before removing the bin.
When replacing the bin, be sure to press
it firmly into place. If it does not go all the way
back, remove it and rotate the drive
mechanism !/4 turn. Then pushthe bin
back again. Hechanis
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To Use the Dispenser
SelectCUBED,CRUSHEDor WATER.
Presstheglassgentlyagainstthetop
ofthedispensercradle.
Thespillshelfisnotself-draining.Toreducewater
spotting,theshelfanditsgrilleshouldbecleaned
regularly.
Ifno wateris dispensedwhentherefrigeratorLs
first installed, there may beairin thewaterline
,system.Pressthedispenserarmforatleasttwo
minutesto removetrappedairfromthewaterline
andtofillthewater,system.Toflushoutimpurities
inthewaterline,throwawaythefirstsixglassfuls
of wate_
CAUTION"Neverputfingersoranyotherobjects
intotheicecrusherdischargeopening.
Locking the Dispenser
PresstheLOCKorLOCKCONTROLSpadfor
3secondsto lockthedispenserandcontrolpanel.
Tounlock,pressandholdthepadagainfor
3seconds.
whenthedispensercradleispressed.Formodels
witha bulb,ifthelightburnsout,itshouldbe
replacedwith a6 watt12Vmaximumbulb.For
LEDmodels,contactFactoryService.
Door Alarm
UseDoorAlarmto soundifeitherdoorisopen
formorethan3minutes.Thealarmwillstop
oncethedoorisclosed.ForLCDmodels,a popup
screenwillappear.Thealarmcanbesilenced
bytouchingtheLCDscreen.
LCDModels:
Access By:Home> Options > information and
Settings> Settings > DoorAlarm
Access By:PressingON
Deactivate By:PressingOFF.
Dispenser Light
TheLIGHTpadturnsthenightlight in
thedispenseronand off.Thelightalsocomeson
Quick- Ice
Whenyouneedtospeedupiceproduction,use
theQuickIcefeature.Whilethisfeatureisturnedon,
thefreezerfanrunscontinuouslyfor48hours,or
untilthefeatureisturnedOFF.Duringthisperiod,
iceproductionwillincreaseupto40%.Modelswith
theintegratedicefeaturesystemrequireatFIRST
USEatleasthalfan8oz.glassoficeto bedispensed
every6 to12hours.Thiswillhelptheicemakerfill
thebucketproperlysothatdispensingisbetter.
How to Use
LCDModels:
Access by:Home > Options> FreezerOptions>
QuickIce
Activate by: PressingON
Deactivate by:Pressing OFF.
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Precise Fill (on some models)
Thiswaterdispenserisequippedwith a feature
called"precisefill."Thisfeatureallowsyouto
choosea preciseamountofwater (cupsor
ounces)that youwouldlikedispensed.Pints
andLitersarealsoavailablefor LCDmodels.
LCDModels
AccessBy:Home> Options>DispenserOptions>
PreciseFill>SetAmount
Activate By:Usingthearrowbuttonsto select
thedesiredamount.PressMOREUNITSto select
betweenCUPS,OUNCES,PINTSor LITERS.
ffyou selectedOUNCESpresstheA or V pad
to selectthenumberofouncesyouwouldlike
to havedispensedbetween2-99ounces.
Thedefaultis8 ounces.
Ifyou selectedCUPSpressthe A Orv, pad
toselecttheamountyouwouldliketo have
dispensed.Theyaredisplayedas1/4,1/3,1/2,2/3
and3/4,with thehighestamountbeing163/4
cups.Thedefaultis1cup.
O Pressthecupagainstthecradleandwater
willbegindispensing,ttwillautomaticallystop
whentheamountsethasbeendispensed.
Thedisplaywillshowtheamountofwater
dispensed,beep,thenresetafter5 seconds.
NOTE:Donotleavethedispenserunattended
whenwaterisbeingdispensed.
@tfyou wouldliketo stopdispensingwater
beforethespecifiedamounthasbeen
dispensed,justremovethecupfromthe
cradle.Thedisplaywillshowtheamountthat
hasbeendispensedfor5seconds,tfthecup
switchispressedagainwithinthattime,the
dispenserwillcontinueuptothesetamount.
tf not,thedisplaywillreturntotheset
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About the ice and water dispenser. ¢onsomemode/g
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
Do not add ice from trays or bugs to Some crushed ice may be dispensed
the storage drawer. It may not crush or
dispense well.
Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use
of narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can
jam the chute or cause the door in the
chute to freeze shut. If ice is blocking
the chute, poke it through with a
wooden spoon.
Beverages and foods should not be
quick-chilled in the ice storage drawer.
Cans, bottles or food packages in the
storage drawer may cause the icemaker
or auger to jam.
To keep dispensed ice from missing
the glass, put the glass close to, but
not touching, the dispenser opening.
even though you selected CUBED.
This happens occasionally when a few
cubes accidentally get directed to
the crusher.
After crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip from the chute.
Sometimes a small mound of snow
will form on the door in the ice chute.
This condition is normal and usually
occurs when you have dispensed
crushed ice repeatedly. The snow
will eventually evaporate.
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Dispenser drip area.
Cleaning the Outside
Thedispenser drip area, beneaththe grille,
shouldbewiped dry.Water left in this area
may leavedeposits. Removethe deposits
by adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak
until the deposits disappear or become loose
enough to rinseaway.
Thedispenser cradle. Beforecleaning,
lock the dispenser by pressing and holding
the LOCKor LOCKCONTROLSpGdfor
3 seconds.Cleanwith warm water and
baking soda solution-about a tablespoon
(15ml) of baking soda to a quart (! liter)
of water. Rinsethoroughly and wipe dry.
Thedoor handles and trim. Cleanwith
a cloth dampened with soapy water.
Drywith a soft cloth.
Thestainless steel panels and door handles
(onsome models)can be cleanedwith
a commercially available stainlesssteel
cleaner.A spray-on stainlesssteel cleaner
works best.
Do not useappliance wax or polish
on the stainlesssteel.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a
clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent.
Dry and polishwith a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled
dish cloth or wet towel, These may leave
aresidue that can erode the paint, Do not
use scouring pads, powdered cleaners,
bleach or cleaners containing bleach
because these products can scratch
and weaken the paint finish,
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box
of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer
compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not practical, wring excessmoisture
out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches,lights or controls.
Usewarm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15ml)of bakingsoda to
a quart (1liter)of water. This both cleans and
neutralizesodors. Rinseand wipe dry.
Use of any cleaning solution other than
that which is recommended, especially
those that contain petroleum distillates,
can crack or damage the interior of
the refrigerator,
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves
with hot water because the extreme
temperature difference rn_y cause them
to break, Handle glass shelves careful_,
Bumping tempered glass can cause it
to shatter,
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts
in the dishwasher,
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Behind the Refrigerator
Becareful when movingthe refriger(]tor
(]w(]y from the w(]ll.Alltypes offloor
coveringsc(]n be d(]m(]ged, p(]rticularly
cushioned coverings (]ndthose with
embossed surf(]ces.
Pullthe refriger(]tor str(]ight out (]nd return it
to position by pushing it str(]ight in.Moving
the refriger(]tor in (]side direction m(]y result
in d(]m(]ge to the floor covering or
refriger(]tor.
When pushing the refrigerator back, make
sure.you don Itro// over the power cord or
icemaker supply line,
Preparing for Vacation
Forlong v(]c(]tions or (]bsences,remove
food (]nd unplug the refriger(]tor. Cle(]n
the interior with (]b(]king sod(] solution of
one t(]blespoon (15ml)of b(]king sod(]to one
qu(]rt (1liter)of w(]ter. Le(]vethe doors open.
Setthe icem(]ker power switch to the O(off)
position (]nd shut off the w(]ter supply to
the refriger(]tor.
If the temper(]ture c(]n drop belowfreezing,
h(]ve (]qu(]lified servicer dr(]in the w(]ter
supply system to prevent serious property
d(]m(]ge due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure(]11looseitems such (]s shelves(]nd
dr(]wers byt(]ping them securelyin pl(]ce
to prevent d(]m(]ge.
When using (]h(]nd truck to move
the refriger(]tor,do not restthe front or b(]ck
ofthe refriger(]tor (]g(]instthe h(]ndtruck.
This could d(]m(]gethe refriger(]tor. H(]ndle
onlyfrom the sidesof the refriger(]tor.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright
position during moving,
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Replacing the lights
Setting the controls to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit.
Not all features are on all models.
I0_1 Lighting
Display
Refrigerator Compartment (on models with LEDlighting)
Somemodels may have LEDlighting display
on the top and/or sidesofthe fresh food
compartment and in the rear and sideof the
freezer compartment.
If this assembly needsto be replaced,call GE
Serviceat 1.800./432.2737
in the United Statesor 1.800.561.3344
in Canada.
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Trim kits and decorator panels.
For CustomSty/e _'_models
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Before You Begin
Some models are equipped with trim kits that a//ow you to install door panels. You can order
pre-cut black, white, bisque or stainless steel decorator panels from GE Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002, or you can add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.
Panels less than 1/4" (6 mm) thick
When installing wood panelslessthan 1/4" (6mm) thick, you needto create u filler panel,such us 1/8"
cardboard, that will fit between the face of the door and the wood panel.Ifyou are installing the pre-cut
decorator panels,pre-cut filler panels are included inthe kit.The combined thicknessof the decorator
or wood panel and the filler panel should be 1/4" (6 mm).
Panels 1/4"thick or less
\1/4" max
3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel
A raised panel designscrewed or glued to @!/a" (6mm) thick bucking,or @3/4" (19 mm) routed board can
be used.The raisedportion of the panel must be fabricated to permit clearances of at least 2" (5.1cm)from
the handle sidefor fingertip clearance.
Panelsthicker than !/4" (6 mm),up to 3/4" (19 mm) max,will requirethat the outer 5/16" (8mm) of panel
perimeter be no thicker than !/4" (6mm).
Weight limitations for custom panels;
Fresh Food 38 Ibs, (17 kg) max,
Freezer Door 28 Ibs, (73 kg) max,
Panelsthicker than 1/4" (6mm)
5/16" (8 ram)
1/4" (6 ram) max
3/4" (19 ram)
1/4" (6ram)
Thick Backing
ooo;
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