GE TBX12 User manual

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 Suggestions ...........................5
Storage Times . . . . . . . . ............................5
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Storage Drawers . . . . . . ...............................6
Temperature Controls ...................................4
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Cleaning–lnside and Outside......................6
Defrost Water Pan . . . . ................................7
Light Bulb Replacement .............................7
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Levebng Legs . . . . . . . . . . . . ...........................7
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........................2,7
Vacation and Moving . . ...............................8
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Adapter Plug . . . . . . . . . . . ..............................9
Electrical Requirements.... ............................8
Extension Cords . . . . . . ................................8
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................8,9
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Consumer Services . . . . ..........11
Appliance Registration . . ............................2
Model and Serial Number Location...........2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..........Back Cover
Model- TBX12
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HELP US HELP YOU...
Read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you
operate and maintain your new
refrigerator properly.
Keep it handy for answers to
your questions.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
GE appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Write down the model and
serial numbers.
You’ll see them on a label at the
bottom, just inside the fresh food
compartment door.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your refrigerator.
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 your 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 your refrigerator is important. Avoid . Be sure the doors are closed tightly. Before leaving
locating it next to your range, a heating vent or the house or retiring for the night, check to be sure
where the sun will shine directly on it.
the 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.
To obtain service, see the
Consumer Services page in 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.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
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FIRST, contact the people who
FINALLY, if your problem is still
serviced your appliance. Explain
not resolved, write:
why you 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
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
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AWARNING—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.
s 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.
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. Never unplug your refrigerator
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by pulling on the power cord. Always
grip plug firmly and pull straight out
from the outlet.
● Repair or replace immediately all 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 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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● 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.
● 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.
● 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:
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 light bulb may break when being
replaced.)
NOTE: Turning control to “O” position does
not remove power to the light circuit.
● 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
FRESH FOOD
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TEMPERATURE
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CONTROLS
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BETWEEN ADJUSTMENTS
5 INITIAL SETTING
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Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate the
temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments.
INITIALLY, set the FRESH FOOD control at 5 and the
FREEZER control at C.
For colder or warmer temperatures, adjust the desired
compartment control one letter or number 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 Use the ice cream test for the Always allow 24 hours for the
compartment.
Place a container of
freezer compartment. Place a refrigerator to reach the
milk on the top shelf in the fresh food container of ice cream in the center of
temperature you set.
compartment. Check it a day later. If the freezer compartment. Check it
the milk is too warm or too cold, after a day. If it’s too hard or too soft,
adjust the temperature controls. adjust the temperature controls.
Energy Saver Switch
The Energy Saver Switch is located on the upper left side
of the fresh food compartment.
To reduce the amount of electricity required to
operate your refrigerator, push switch to the
NORMAL position.
This turns off heaters in your
refrigerator that prevent moisture from forming on
the outside.
With the heaters turned off, there is a chance that moisture
may form on the outside of your 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.
Over 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.
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. . . you may want to move the freezer To protect your frozen food supply, leave the freezer
control one step colder. Cooler setting at this colder setting for the entire winter or for as
temperatures in the house may cause the long as you keep your thermostat turned down.
compressor to operate less frequently, Moving the freezer control to colder setting should have
thus allowing the freezer compartment no effect on your fresh food compartment.
to warm somewhat. 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.

Suggested Storage Times for Meat and Poultry*
Eating quality
DAYS IN
drops after REFRIGERATOR
time shown
AT 35° to 40° F.
(2” to 4° c.)
Fresh Meats
Roasts (Beef & Lamb) 3 to 5
Roasts (Pork & Veal).. 3 to 5
Steaks (Beef) 3 to 5
Chops (Lam b)... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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)
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Ham (Half) .3 to 5
Ham
(Sllces),...,,...........,,,,.,.,..,.,,...,,..,., 3
Luncheon Meats
..,.,.,,,.,.,,,..,..,.,,,..,,.. 3 to 5
Sausage (Smoked) 7
Sausage (Dry
& Semi-Dry) .............14 to 21
Cooked Meats
Cooked Meats and Meat Dishes . . . . . . . . 3 to 4
Gravy & Meat Broth 1 to 2
MONTHS IN
FREEZER
AT 0° F.
(-18°C.)
6 to 12
4 to 8
6 to 12
6 to 9
3 to 4
3 to 4
3 to 4
1 to 2
1
1/2
1 to 2
1 to 2
1 to 2
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2 to 3
2 to 3
Eating quality
DAYS IN
MONTHS IN
drops after
REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
time shown
AT 35° tO 40° F. AT 0° F.
(2” to 4° c.)
(-18° C.)
Fresh Poultry
Chicken & Turkey (Whole) ................1 to 2
12
Chicken (Pieces) 1 to 2
9
Turkey (Pieces) 1 to 2 6
Duck & Goose (Whole) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 to 2
6
Giblets 1 to 2
3
Cooked Poultry
Pieces (Covered with Broth) ,.,.,,....,...1 to 2
6
Pieces (Not Covered) 3 to 4
1
Cooked Poultry Dishes 3 to 4 4 to 6
Fried Chicken 3 to 4
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(Other than for meats& poultry)
FREEZER
Most fruits and vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................. ....8-12 months
Lean fish,.,,..,.,,,,.,., . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...............................6-8 months
Fatty fish, rolls and breads, soups, stew, casseroles .........2-3 months
Cakes, pies, sandwiches, leftovers (cooked),
ice cream (original carton) ......1 month max.
*U.S. Department of Agriculture
Meats, fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in quality and
age; ~onsequent]y, safe storage time in your refrigerator will vary.
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Fresh Food Storage Tips
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Vegetables
● As a further aid to freshness, Cheese:
. Use the vegetable drawers— they
prepackaged vegetables can be ● Wrap well with aluminum foil,
have been designed to preserve the
stored in their original wrapping.
natural moisture and freshness of
Unfrozen meats, fish, and poultry:
wax paper, or put in a plastic bag.
. Carefully wrap to expel air and
produce. . Always remove store wrappings.
help prevent mold.
. Covering vegetables with a moist
. Rewrap in foil, plastic wrap or wax
. Store prepackaged cheese in its
towel helps maintain crispness.
paper and refrigerate immediately.
own wrapping if you wish.
Tips on Freezing Foods
There are three essential requirements for efficient
home freezing.
1. Initial quality. Freeze only top-quality 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 cutting 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 foods.
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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, the
compartment has been specially designed to preserve the door must be fully opened. In some installations the
natural moisture and freshness of produce. refrigerator may have to be moved away from the wall for
The drawer will stop before coming all the way out of the the door to be fully opened.
refi-igerator to help prevent contents from spilling onto the
floor. It can be removed easily by lifting up slightly and
pulling past the. “stop” position.
ICE SERVICE
Ice Trays
To release
For only one
Wash trays in lukewarm water only.
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or two ice
Do not put them in an automatic
cubes, leave the dishwasher.
tray right-side
at both ends.
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up, twist both
ends slightly
and remove desired number of cubes.
CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning—Outside
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a
clean cloth, lightly dampened with
kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid
dishwashing detergent. Dry and
polish with
a clean, soft cloth. Do not
wipe the refrigerator with a soiled
dishwashing cloth or wet towel.
These may leave a residue that can
damage the paint.
Do not use
scouring pads, powdered cleaners,
bleach, or cleaners containing bleach,
because these products can scratch
and weaken the paint finish.
Protect the paint finish. The finish
on the outside of the refrigerator is a
high quality, baked-on paint finish.
With proper care, it will stay
new-
looking and rust-free for years. Apply
a coat of kitchen/appliance wax when
the refrigerator is new, and then at
least twice
a year.
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner
(Cat. No. WR97X02 16) is available
from GE Appliance Service and
Parts Centers.
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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 dry.
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 refri.gerator—
including door gaskets, vegetable
drawer, and all plastic parts+an 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 floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings
and those with embossed surfaces. When pushing the refrigerator back,
make sure you don’t roll over the power cord.
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
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The light bulb and socket are
located in the upper right rear
corner of the fresh food
compartment.
To replace the light bulb, unplug
the refrigerator’s power cord plug
from the wall outlet. Press the
flexible wire bulb guard until hook
on guard comes out of retaining
hole.
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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.
PREPARATION
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 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1“
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.
To adjust leveling legs, turn legs clockwise to raise refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.
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When adjusting leveling legs for proper door closure, the bottom front edge
of the cabinet should be approximately 5/8” from the floor.
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PREPARATION
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Preparing to move Preparing for Vacation
Disconnect power cord from wall outlet, remove all For extended vacations or absences, shut off power
food, and clean and dry the interior. to refrigerator, turn the numbered control to “O,” and
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and clean interior with baking soda solution of one
storage pans and ice trays by taping them securely in tablespoon of baking soda to one quart of water. Wipe
place to prevent damage. dry. To prevent odors, leave open box of soda in
Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position during refrigerator. Leave doors open.
actual moving and in van. Refrigerator must be For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and
secured in van to prevent movement. Protect the
leave controls at regular settings. However, if room
outside of the refrigerator with a blanket. temperature is expected to drop below
60”F., follow
same instructions as for extended vacations.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT... Please Read Carefully
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
(grounding) plug which mates with
a standard three-prong (grounding)
wall outlet (Fig. 1 ) to minimize the
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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 Extension Cords Electrical Requirements
Because of potential safety hazards under certain The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an rating that matches the rating plate. This provides the
extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a best performance and also prevents overloading house
UL-listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from
cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that
overheating wires.
the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes
(minimum) and 120 volts.
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Use of Adapter Plugs
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, a TEMPORARY
CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded
two-prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter
(Fig. 2), available at most local hardware stores.
TEMPORARY METHOD
(ADAPTER PLUGS NOT
PERMITTED IN CANADA)
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BEFORE USE
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the
larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in
the connection of the power cord.
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
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.
QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
REFRIGERATOR
DOES NOT OPERATE
MOTOR OPERATES
FOR LONG PERIODS
MOTOR STARTS &
STOPS FREQUENTLY
VIBRATION OR
RATTLING
POSSIBLE CAUSE
s May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes.
● Numbered temperature control set at “0.”
● If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.
s 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 your home—usually requires 24
hours to completely cool down.
Q Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen.
Q Hot weather—frequent door openings.
● Door left open.
c Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for
use of TEMPERATURE CONTROLS.
s 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 leveling legs need adjusting or floor is weak or uneven.
Refer to LEVELING LEGS.
● If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal.
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PROBLEM SOLVER
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PROBLEM
OPERATING SOUNDS
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
Q Normal fan air flow-fan blows cold air through the refrigerator and
freezer compartments.
● These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time:
Q Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost.
. Defrost water dripping into drain pan.
“ Temperature control clicks ON or OFF.
● Refrigerant boiling or gurgling.
Q Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction
during defrost and refrigeration following defrost.
c Temperature control not set cold enough. Refer to TEMPERATURE CONTROLS.
* Warm weather—frequent door openings.
● 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.
c Frost within package is normal.
● Door may have been left ajar.
● Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder.
. Old cubes need to be discarded.
c 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.
Q Interior needs cleaning. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
s Defrost water pan needs cleaning.
● Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every three months.
c No power at outlet.
● Light bulb needs replacing.
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GE Answer
Center@
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer
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Braille controls for a variety of access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may
GE appliances, and a brochure to call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) to request
assist in planning a barrier-free information or service.
kitchen for persons with limited
mobility. To obtain these items,
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Service Contracts
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after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still
in effect and
yOLI ’11 receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,
you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
Parts andAccessories
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet
can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
their home. The GE parts system provides access to over
Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified
47,000 parts . . . and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
are accepted.

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
defect.
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
Care@ servicers during
normal working hours.
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
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WHAT IS NOT COVERED
● Service trips to your home to adequate electrical, plumbing and
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teach you how to use the other connecting facilities.
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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 Centerc’]
800.626.2000
consumer information service
● Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
● 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 NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
. Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
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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