GE TBF72 User manual

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Use and Care Guide
Refrigerator
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Safety instructions .........................3
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Operating Instructions, Tips
Energy-Saver Switch .....................................4
Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . .............................2
Food Storage Suggestion s...........................5
Storage Times . . . . . . . . . ..........................5
Ice Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..............................6
Storage Drawers . . . . . . ...............................6
Temperature Controls ...................................4
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‘ CareandCleaning
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Cleaning–lnside and Outsi de......................7
Defrost Water Pan . . . . ................................7
Light Bulb Replacement. .............................7
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Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . ......Io, II
More questions?...call
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Preparation
Clearances..........~.... ..........................8
Levehng Legs . . . . . . . . . . . . ...........................8
Location
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Vacation and Moving . . ...............................8
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Installation
Adapter Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . ............................9
Electrical Requirements.... ............................9
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . .
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Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .........................9
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Consumer Services . . .
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Appliance Registration . .
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Model and Serial Number Location...........2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..........Back Cover
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HELP US HELP YOU...
Read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you
operate and maintain
yOLH- new
refrigerator properly.
Keep it htindy for answers to
yoLlr questions.
If yoLl don’t understand something
or need more help, write
(inc]ude
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville. KY 40225
Write down the model and
serial numbers.
YoL]’11 see them on a label at the
bottom. just inside the
fresh food
compat-tment door.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration
Card that came with
YOL1l- 1-t2fl-i@ILtOr.
Before sending in the registration
card, please write these numbers
here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning yOLU- refrigerator.
If you received a
damaged refrigerator...
Immediately contact the dealer
(or builder) that sold you the
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 TIPS
● ‘Location of yoLlr refrigerator is important. Avoid
c Be sure the doors are closed tightly. Before leaving
loctitin: 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.
“ Keep Energy Saver Switch in the NORMAL
position unless moisture forms on the outside of
the refrigerator.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
To obtain service, see the
Consumer Ser\’ices page in the
back of this book.
We’re proud of our service and
want you to be pleased.
If for some
reason
yoLl are not happy with the
service
yoL~ receive, here are three
steps to
follow’ for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who
FINALLY, if your problem is still
serviced yOLU- appliance. Explain
not resolved, write:
why yoL~ are not pleased. In most Major Appliance Consumer
cases this will solve the problem.
Action Panel
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
20 North Wacker
write
all the details-including Chicago, IL 60606
your phone number-to:
Manager. Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appli~nce Park
Louisville, KY
4022S
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
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WARNING—When using this
appliance, always exercise basic safety
precautions, including the following:
c Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Guide.
● This refrigerator must be properly installed
in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. See
grounding instructions below
and in the Installation section.
. Never unplug your refrigerator
by pulling on the power cord.
Always
grip plug firmly and pull straight out
from the outlet,
or replace immediately all electric
service cords that have become
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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.
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When moving your refrigerator away from
the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage
the power cord.
● Do not allow children to climb, stand or
hang on the shelves in the refrigerator.
They
could damage the refrigerator and seriously
injure themselves.
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c If 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.
c After your refrigerator is in operation, do
not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment, particularly when hands
are damp or wet.
Skin may adhere to these
extremely cold surfaces.
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● 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 safely refreeze frozen foods that have
thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are
still cold—below
40”F.
“.. .Thawed ground meats, poultry 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 meats is affected less than that of many other
foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to
save as much of their eating quality as you can.”
● Unplug your refrigerator before
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cleaning and making repairs. NOTE:
J We strongly recommend that any servicing
be performed by a qualified individual.
‘ Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the
refrigerator should be unplugged
in order to
avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A
burned-
out li~ht bulb mav break when being re~laced. )
NOTE: Turning ;ontrol to “O” posi;ion’does ‘
not remove power to the light circuit.
c Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Set the Temperature Controls
FRESFIFOOD 131:::R21EI FREEZER
5 INITIAL S~lNG C INITIAL S~lNG
9 COLDEST E COLDEST
O NO COOLING
Your refrigerator has two controls
that ]ct J’OL1 1.e~Ll]2ite the teIllpel-atLU”e
in the frmh food and freezer
COmpart ments.
INITIALLY. set the FRESH
FOOD control at 5 and
the
FREEZER control at C.
For colder- or warmer temperatures,
~Lljust the de~il”ed compamnent
control one ]etter 01
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numbe~” at a time.
IMPORTANT:
When initially setting the controls
or when adjusting them, allow 24
hours for temperatures to stabilize,
or even out.
Note: Turning the fresh food
control to “O” stops cooling in
BOTH compartments—fresh
food AND freezer.
How to test temperatures
Use the milk test for the fresh
food compartment. Place a
container of milk on the top shelf
in the fresh food compartment.
Check it a day later. If the milk is
too warm or too cold,
adjust the
temperature controls.
Use the ice cream test for the
freezer compartment. Place a
container of ice cream in the center
of the freezer compartment. Check
it after a day. If it’s too hard or too
soft, adjust the temperature
controls.
Always allow 24 hours for the
refrigerator to reach the
temperature you set.
Energy Saver Switch
The Energy Saver Smitch is
]ocated on the Llpper left side of the
fresh f’ood colll~3~11-ttlle13t.
To reduce the amount of
electricity required to operate
your refrigerator, push switch to
the
NOR.MAL position. This turns
off heaters in
yoLIr refrigerator that
pi”~l’~nt ll_lOi StLll-e from forming on
the outside.
With the heaters turned off, there is
a chance
that moisture may form
on the outside of
yoLIr refrigerator,
especially when the weather
is
humid. The humidity is most likely
to be high in the summer, in the
early morning hours, and in homes
which are not
air conditioned.
O\er an extended period of time,
moisture that forms on the outside
may cause deterioration of the
paint finish. It
will be important to
protect the finish by
using
appliance polish wax as described
in the Care and Cleaning section.
When the Energy Saver Switch
is pushed to the right, electricity
flows through the low wattage
heaters which warm the outside
of the cabinet and, under most
conditions, prevent the forming
of moisture or water droplets.
No Defrosting
It is not necessary to defrost the
freezer or fresh food compartments.
Your refrigerator is designed and
equipped to defrost itself
automatically.
If you turn your household thermostat below 60° at night...
. . . you may want to move the freezer
To protect your frozen food sL~pply,
control one ~tep colder. Cooler leaye
the freezer setting at this
temperatures in the house may
colder setting for the entire winter
cause the compressor to operate
or for as long as you keep your
D-
]ess frequ&tly. thus thermostat
t~rned down .-
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allowirrg the freezer
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Moving the freezer control t.
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compartment to
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colder setting should have no effect
+ ,, ,, ,
warm somewhat.
on your fresh food compartment.
However, if freezing occurs, move
the fresh food control one step
warmer,
When you stop turning the
thermostat down, turn the
refrigerator’s controls back
to their regular settings.
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FOOD STORAGE SUGGESTIONS
Suggested storage times for meat and poultry*
Eating quality
DAYS IN MONTHS IN
Eating quality DAYS IN MONTHS IN
(Other than for meats & poultry) FREEZER
dropsafter REFRIGERATOR FREEZER dropsafter REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
time shown AT35’to40@F ATO-F. fime shown AT35 to40”F. ATOIF.
Most frufis and vegetables 8-12 months
Lean fish... 6-8 months
Fresh Meats
Roasts (Beef & Lamb) ...3 to 5
Roasts (Pork & Veal) 3 to 5
Steaks (Beef
).,,,, ., 3 to 5
Chops (Lamb) 3 to 5
Chops (Pork) .,. 3 to 5
Ground & Stew Meats 1 to 2
Variety Meats ,,..,. .,, 1 to 2
Sausage (Pork)
1 to 2
Processed Meats
Bacon .7
Frankfurters
,,,, ,... 7
Ham (Whole)
,,, 7
Ham (Half)
,,,, .. ... .......3 to 5
Ham (Slices) . . . . . 3
Luncheon Meats .........3 to 5
Sausage (Smoked) ,,7
Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry) 14 to 21
6 to 12
4 to 8
6 tol 2
6 to 9
3 to 4
3 to 4
3 to 4
1 to 2
1
/2
1 to 2
1 to 2
1 to 2
Freezing
not recom-
mended
Cooked Meats
Cooked Meats and
Meat Dishes. ,,, .3 to 4
Gravy & Meat Broth. 1 to 2
Fresh Poultry
Chicken & Turkey (Whole) 1 to 2
Chicken (Pieces) .1 to 2
Turkey (Pieces)
,, 1 to 2
Duck & Goose (Whole) ..,...1 to 2
Giblets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .........1 to 2
Cooked Poultry
Pieces (Covered with Broth)l to 2
Pieces (Not Covered) ,,, .3 to 4
Cooked Poultry Dishes.. ...3 to 4
Fried
Chicken 3 to 4
2 to 3
2 to 3
Fatty
fish rolls and breads,
soups, stew. casseroles 2-3 months
Cakes, pies, sandv~lches,
leftovers (cooked),
Ice cream (original carton). 1 month max.
12
9
6
6
3
6
1
4 to 6
4
*U.S. Department of Agriculture
Meats. fish and poultr~’ purchased
from the store tary in
quality’ and
age: Corlwquentlj’, safe storage time
in your refrigerator ~7il 1 \ ary.
Unfrozen meats, fish
and poultry
● Always remove store wrappings.
● Rewrap in foil, film or wax paper
and refrigerate immediately.
Vegetables
● Use the vegetable drawers—
they’ve been designed to preserve
the natural moisture and
freshness of produce.
c Covering vegetables with a moist
towel helps maintain crispness.
Q As a further aid to freshness,
prepackaged vegetables can
be
stored in their original wrapping.
Cheese
Wrap well with wax paper or
aluminum
foil, or put in a plastic bag.
● Carefully wrap to expel air and
help prevent mold.
s Store prepackaged cheese i n its
own wrapping
if yoLl wish.
Tips on Freezing Food
There are three essential requirements for efficient
home freezing.
1. Initial quality. Freeze only top-qua] ity foods.
Freezing retains quality and flavor; it cannot improve
quality.
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.
Ice Cream
Fine-quality ice cream. with high
cream content. will normally
require
S1 ightly lower temperatures
than more “airy” already-packaged
brands
with low cream content.
c It w’ i 11 be necessary’ to experiment
to determine the freezer
compartment location and
temperature control setting to
keep
your ice cream at the right ser~ing
temperature.
● The rear of the freezer
compartment
ii S1 ightly colder than
the front.
3.
Proper packaging. Use food wraps designed
especially for freezing.
To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap well in
freezer-weight foil (or other hea~y-dutj 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
refi-eeze meat that has been completely thawed:
meat. whether
raw or cooked, can be frozen
sLlccessfully only once.
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STORAGE DRAWERS
Vegetables Drawer
The storage drawer at the bottom of the fresh food To replace the drawer and the glass shelf above it,
compartment has been specially designed to preserve the door must be
fully opened. In some installations
the natural moisture and freshness of produce. the refrigerator may have to be moved away from the
The drawer will stop before
coming all the way out of wall for the door to be fully opened.
the refrigerator to help prevent contents from spilling
onto the floor. It can be removed easily by lifting up
slightly and
pu]ling past the b.stop” position.
Ice Trays
To release ice cubes, invert tray
and twist it at both ends.
ICE SERVICE
For only one or two ice cubes,
leave the tray right-side Lip, twist
both ends slightly and remove
desired number
of cubes.
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Wash trays in lukewarm water
only. Do not put
thelm in an
automatic dishwasher.
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Cleaning—Outside
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth, Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of
lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild the refrigerator is a high quality, baked-on paint
liquid
dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and
clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a rust-free for years. Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance
soiled
dishwashing cloth or wet towel. These may wax when the refrigerator is new, and then at least
leave a residue that can damage the paint. Do not use twice a year.
scouring pads. powdered cleaners, bleach, or cleaners
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WRW’X02 16)
containing bleach, because these products can scratch
is available frotn GE Appliance Parts Marts.
and weaken the paint finish.
Cleaning—Inside
Clean the inside of the fresh food
and freezer compartments at least
once a year.
Unplug 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 odors.
Rinse thoroughly with water and
wipe ally.
Glass shelf over vegetables drawer
can be removed and taken to the sink
for washing with soap or mild liquid
detergent and water after it has
warmed up. Never put glass shelf
into hot water when it is cold.
other parts of the refi-igerator-
including door gaskets, vegetable
drawer, and all plastic parts—can
be cleaned the same way. After
cleaning door gaskets, apply a thin
layer
of petroleum jelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side. This helps
keep the gaskets from sticking and
bending out of shape. Do not use
cleansing powders or other
abrasive cleaners.
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 of your
refrigerator’s plastic parts in
your automatic dishwasher.
Behind refrigerator
Care should be taken in moving
your refrigerator away from the
wall. All types of
~loor coverings
can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those
with embossed surfaces.
Defrost Water Pan
Defrost water pan
Pan located on top of compressor at
rear of refrigerator should be cleaned
at least once a year. DO NOT
REMOVE PAN. Move refrigerator
out from wall as far
as necessary. and
unplug power cord from wall outlet
before cleaning pan. Use a clean
cloth or sponge dampened in warm
water and baking soda solution-one
tablespoon of baking soda to a quart
of water.
Do not use cleansing
powders, abrasive cleaners, bleach or
cleaners containing chlorides.
Light bulb replacement
Press here
The light bulb and socket are
located in the upper right rear
corner of the fresh food
compartment.
Hook
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To replace the light bulb, unplug
the refrigerator’s power cord plug
from the wall outlet. Press the
tlexible wire bulb guard until hook
on
gtlard comes out of retaining
hole.
Unscrew burned-out bulb and
replace it with a standard 40-watt
appliance bulb. Then push bulb
guard Up and press in until it hooks
into the retaining hole.
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PREPARATION
Refrigerator Location Clearances
Do not install refrigerator where temperature will Allow the following clearances for ease of
go below 60”F’. because it will not run often enough
installation and proper air circulation.
to maintain proper temperatures.
Sides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/8”
Do install it on a floor strong enough to support a
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2“
fully loaded refrigerator.
Back ........................0”
Also
see Energy-Saving Tips regarding location.
Leveling Legs
Adjustable legs at the front corners
of the refrigerator should be set so the
refrigerator is firmly positioned on
floor and the
front is raised just
enough that the door closes easily
when opened about halfway.
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To adjust leveling legs, turn legs clockwise to raise
refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.
When adjusting leveling legs for proper door closure,
the bottom front edge of the cabinet should be
approximately 5/8” from the
floor.
Preparing to move
Disconnect power cord from wall outlet, remove all
food, and clean and dry the interior.
Secure al] loose items such as grille. shelves and
storage pans and ice trays by taping them securely in
place to prevent damage.
Be sure refrigerator stays in ifpri,ght position during
actual moving and i n van. Refrigerator must be
secured in van to prevent movement. Protect the
outside of the refrigerator with a blanket.
Preparing for Vacation
For extended vacations or absences, shut off power
to refrigerator, turn the numbered control to “0,” and
clean interior with baking soda solution of one
tablespoon of baking
sodti to one quart of water. Wipe
dry. To prevent odors, leave open box of soda in
refrigerator. Leave doors open.
For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and
leave controls at regular settings. However, if room
tetnperature i~ expected to drop below 60”F., follow
same instructions as for extended vacations.
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How to connect electricity
For personal safety,
this appliance must be
properly grounded.
The power cord of’ this appliance is
equipped with
a three prong
(gr(~Llnding) plug which mates with
a standard three-prong (grounding)
wall outlet (Fig. 1 ) to minimize the
possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit
checked by
a qualified electrician
to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded.
Where a standard two-prong wall
outlet is encountered, it is your
personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with
a properly grounded three-prong
wall outlet.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT
OR REMOVE THE THIRD
(GROUNDING) PRONG
FROM THE POWER CORD.
Use of Adapter Plugs
Because of potential safety hazards
The larger slot in the adapter must be
under certain conditions, we
aligned with the larger slot in the
strongly recommend against use of
wall outlet to provide proper polarity
an adapter plLIg. However, if yOLI
in the connection of the power cord.
still elect to use an adapter, where
CAUTION: Attaching an adapter
local codes permit, a
TEMPORARY CONNECTION
ground terminal to the wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the
may be made to a properly
appliance unless the cover screw is
grounded two-prong wall outlet by
metal, and not insulated, and the wall
use of a UL-listed adapter (Fig. 2),
outlet is grounded through the house
available at most local hardware
stores.
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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 likely to break
with repeated use.
Should the adapter ground
terminal break, DO NOT USE
the appliance until a proper
ground has again been
established.
Electrical Requirements 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
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 a UL-listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension
fire hazard from overheated wires. cord having
a grounding type plug and outlet and that
the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes
(minimum) and
1~0 volts.
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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
RATTLING
OPERATING SOUNDS
POSSIBLE CAUSE
“ May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes.
“ Numbered temperature control set at “O.”
. If interior
1 ight is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.
● If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lamp or a small
appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or
burned out fuse.
● Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to yOLH- home-usually requires 24
hours to completely cool down.
● Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen.
. Hot weather-frequent door openings.
c Door left open.
. Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for
use of TEMPERATURE CONTROLS.
● Check ENERGY-SAVING TIPS.
c Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures.
● If refrigerator vibrates, more than 1 ikely it is not resting solidly on the
floor and front leveling legs need adjusting or iloor is weak or uneven.
Refer to LEVELING LEGS.
. If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. S1 ight vibration is normal.
● Normal fan air flow—fan blows cold air through the refrigerator and
freezer compartments.
c These NORMAL sounds wi 11 also be heard from time to time:
● Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost.
● Defrost water dripping into drain pan.
c Temperature control clicks ON or OFF.
● Refrigerant boi I i ng or gurgling.
. Cracking or popp in,g of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction
during defrost
and refrigeration following defrost.
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PROBLEM
FRESH FOOD
OR FREEZER
COMPARTMENT
TEMPERATURE
TOO WARM
FOODS DRY OUT
FROST OR ICE
CRYSTALS ON
FROZEN FOOD
SLOW
ICE CUBE
FREEZING
ICE CUBES HAVE
ODOWTASTE
MOISTURE FORMS
ON OUTSIDE OF
REFRIGERATOR
MOISTURE
COLLECTS INSIDE
REFRIGERATOR
HAS ODOR
INTERIOR LIGHT
DOES NOT LIGHT
POSSIBLE CAUSE
. Temperature control not set cold enough. Refer to
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS.
● Wa-m weather—frequent door openings.
c Door left open for long time.
● Package may be holding door open.
● Foods not covered, wrapped or sealed properly.
● Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open.
● Too frequent and too long door openings.
. Frost within package is normal.
. Door may have been left ajar.
. Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder.
● Old cubes need to be discarded.
. Unsealed packages in refrigerator and/or freezer compartments may be
transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes.
● Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning—refer to Care and Cleaning section.
● Not unusual during period of high humidity.
● Move the energy saver switch to
the right.
● Too frequent and too long door openings.
● In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.
. Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
Q Check for spoiled food.
● Interior needs cleaning. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
● Defrost water pan needs cleaning.
● Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every three months.
● No power at outlet.
s Light bulb needs replacing.
If you need more help... call, toll free:
GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000
consumer information service

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User maintenance instructions
contained in this booklet cover proce-
dures intended to be performed by
any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified ser-
vice personnel. Caution must be
exercised, since improper servicing
may cause unsafe operation.
For Customers With
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YOUR GE REFRIGERATOR
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace any
part of the refrigerator that fails
because of a manufacturing
de fett.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
For five years from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace any
part of the sealed refrigerating
system (the compressor,
condenser, evaporator and all
connecting tubing) that fails
because of a manufacturing
defect.
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii
and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the
warranty is the same except that it
is LIMITED because you must pay
to ship the product to the service
shop or for the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
All warranty service will be
provided by our Factory Service
Centers or by our authorized
Customer Carel servicers during
normal working hours.
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
● Service trips to your home to
teach you how to use the product.
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product please
contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer Centera
800.626.2000
consumer information service
● Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, plumbing and
other connecting facilities.
● Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
c Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
● Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
● Loss of food due to spoilage.
WARRANTOR IS
/VOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state
To know what your legal rights are
In your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
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