GE TCX22 User manual

Refrigerator
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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Instructions, Tips
Appliance Registration . . ...........................2
Energy Saving Tips . . . . . ............................2
Food Storage Suggestions ..........................5
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Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . .........................8
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .........................6
Porta-Bins...__.~_..~.~. .........................6
Storage Drawers . . . . . . ..............................7
Temperature Controls .................4
Careand Cleaning
Condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . .............................9
Defrost Water Pan.. . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .
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Drawer Removal . . . . . . ............................10
Light Bulb Replacement.. . . . . . . . . . . . ..10
Consumer Services . . . ...........19
Model and Serial Numbers .........................2
Repair Service . . . . . . . . ..............................2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........BackC over
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Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Moving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Water Supply to
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Adapter Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...................12
Electrical Requirements . .....................12
Extension Cord . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .
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Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..12
Reversing Door Swing . . . . . . . . . ..13-16
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HELP US HELP YOU...
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll see them on a label on the
wall beside the top drawer or 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 this card, please
write these numbers here:
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
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
section in this book. It lists minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your refrigerator.
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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.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
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.
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
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appiiance.
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WARNING-When using this appliance,
always exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:
● Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Guide.
● This refrigerator must be properly installed
in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. See
grounding instructions.
● Never unplug your refrigerator by
pulling on the power cord.
Always
grip plug firmly and pull straight out
from the outlet.
● Repair or replace immediately all electric
service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged.
Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion darnage 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.
● DO not place fingers or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism (on some models) while
the
reft+gerator is plugged in. This will prevent
contact with the moving parts of the ejector
mechanism, or with the heating element that
releases the cubes.
● Don’t refreeze frozen foods which have
thawed completely.
The United States
Department of Agriculture in Home and
Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
“.. .You may 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 maybe
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 cleaning
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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 OFF 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 Temperature Controls
Your refrigerator has two controls
that let you regulate the temperature
in the fresh food and freezer
compartments.
The freezer control has settings
from “1“ (the warmest) to “7” (the
coldest) plus “OFF.” Initially set
the freezer control at “4.”
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The fresh food control has settings
from “l” (the warmest) to “9” (the
coldest). Initially set the fresh
food control at
“5.”
For colder or warmer temperatures,
adjust the desired compartment
control one number at a time.
IMPORTANT: When initially
setting controls, or adjusting
them, allow 24 hours for the
refrigerator to get cold.
Note: Turning the freezer control
to OFF position stops cooling in
BOTH compartments—fresh
food AND freezer—but does not
shut off power to refrigerator.
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 switch is located on the freezer
control panel. This switch lets you save energy by
adjusting refrigerator operations to the level of
humidity in your house.
During humid weather, moisture will form around the
doors of any refrigerator/freezer, similar to the way
condensate forms on a glass of ice water.
Heaters in your refrigerator help prevent moisture
from forming on the outside. The Energy Saver
switch lets you turn these heaters on or off.
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ENERGYSAVER
● The bottom position turns the heaters off for
maximum energy savings. Use this position during
periods of low humidity.
● The top position is for periods of high humidity,
such as during the summer, in the early morning
hours, and in homes without air conditioning.

FOOD STORAGE SUGGESTIONS
Eating quality
DAYS IN
droos after
REFRIGERATOR
tim’e shown
AT 35° to 400F.
(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) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Ham (Half) 3 to 5
Ham (Slices)...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Luncheon Meats 3 to 5
Sausage (Smoked) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry)
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Cooked Meats
Cooked Meats and Meat Dishes . . . . . . . . 3 to 4
Gravy & Meat Broth . . . . . . . . . . 1 to 2
MONTHS IN
FREEZER
AT OOF.
(-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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MONTHS IN
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REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
time shown
AT 35° to 40”F.
AT OOF.
(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
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Cooked Poultry
Pieces (Covered with Broth). ...........1 to 2
6
Pieces (Not Covered) ..,,,.,,.,,,,,,..,.... .3 to 4
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Cooked Poultry Dishes ..... .....3 to 4 4 to 6
Fried Chicken
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(Other than for meats & poultry)
FREEZER
Most fruits and vegetables .,............................8-12 months
Lean fish,, . . . . . .
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Fatty fish, rolls and breads, soups, stew, casseroles .........2-3 months
Cakes. pies, sandwiches, leftovers (cooked),
Ice cream (original carton) ,.,........................................1 month max.
Meats. fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in quality and
2 to 3
age: ~onquently, safe storage (i me in yOLU refrigerator will vary.
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Fresh Food Storage Tips
To store unfrozen meats, fish and
poultry:
● Use the vegetable drawers— they
have been designed to preserve
the natural moisture and
freshness of produce.
. Covering vegetables with a moist
towel helps maintain crispness.
. As a further aid to freshness,
prepackaged vegetables can be
stored in their original wrapping.
Unfrozen meats, fish, and poultry
. Always remove store Wrappings.
. Rewrap in foil, plastic wrap or
wax paper and refrigerate
immediately.
Cheese
Wrap well with wax paper or
aluminum foil, or put in a plastic
bag.
. Carefully wrap to expel air and
help prevent mold.
. Store prepackaged cheese in its
own wrapping if you wish.
Tips on Freezing Foods
There are three essential requirements for efficient Fine-quality ice cream, with high cream content, will
home freezing. normally require slightly lower temperatures than more
1. Initial quality. Freeze only top-quality foods. Freezing
“airy” already-packaged brands with low cream content.
retains quality and flavor; it cannot improve quality.
● It will be necessary to experiment to determine the
2. Speed. The quicker fruits and vegetables are frozen freezer compartment location and temperature
after picking, the better the frozen product will be. control setting to keep your ice cream at the right
You’ll save time, too, with less culling and sorting serving temperature.
to do.
c The rear of the freezer compartment is slightly
3. Proper packaging. Use food wraps designed
colder than the front.
especially for freezing.
Effervescent drinks should not be stored in the
To freeze meat, fish and poultry,
wrap well in freezer-
freezer compartment.
weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping material),
forming it carefully to the shape of the contents. This
NeM techniques arc (otlstmltl> being de~elopcd. Consult the
expels air. Fold and crimp ends of the package to provide
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a good, lasting seal. Don’t refreeze meat that has been
the latest iq?)rmation on fi-eem<q md storing foods.
completely thawed; meat, whether raw or cooked, can
be frozen successfully only once.
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SHELVES
How to rearrange your shelves
Adjustable Shelves in Refrigerator Compartment
Tempered glass shelves in the refrigerator
compartment are adjustable. This allows you to move
the shelves to fit your family’s food storage needs.
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To remove shelves: Tap up at the rear of the shelf
near the tracks to loosen the shelf
lugs. Then tilt the
shelf up at front, and lift it up and
o{t of the tracks on
the rear wall of the refrigerator.
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top lug
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To replace shelves: Select desired shelf height.
With shelf front raised slightly, engage the top hooks
in the tracks at the rear of the cabinet. Then lower the
front of the shelf until it locks into position. Tap down
on the back of the shelf near the tracks until the shelf
is securely seated.
Porta-Bins on Refrigerator Door
Adjustable Porta-Bins can easily be carried from the
refrigerator to your work area.
To remove: Use
your thumbs or
forefingers to
push the lock
tabs toward the
center. Pull the
bin straight out.
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To replace: Slide
the Porta-Bin into
the grooved area
until the tabs lock
into place.
Door Shelves on Refrigerator and Freezer Doors
The door shelves are removable for easy cleaning. To The basket glides in and out for easy food selection. To
remove, hold both ends and pull straight up.
remove the basket, pull it out until it stops. Then tilt the
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Freezer Shelves
front of the basket Up and finish pulling the basket all the
The freezer has two storage levels for your frozen foods.
way out. To replace the basket, slide it all the way in.
Bulky items in the glide-&t wire bask& below the shelf
are readily available without your having to move
packages stored on the upper level.
Freezer Shelf Divider
The freezer sheIf divider separates frozen foods on the top shelf. To move
the divider, slide it to its new position.
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STORAGE DRAWERS
Cool N’ Fresh Drawer
This refrigerated drawer is designed to keep This drawer has an adjustable humidity control that
Adjustable Humidity Drawer
unwrapped foods fresh by reta;ning the natural
moisture content of foods such as:
● Aflichokes
c Cherries
. Plums
● Asparagus . Corn
c Radishes
● Beets,topped ● Currants
. Rhubarb
Q Blueberries ● Greens, leafy
s Spinach
c Carrots
s Lettuce
● Tomatoes,
● Celery
● Parsley
ripe
. Peas, green
We recommend that odorous foods be stored
wrapped—foods such as:
● Broccoli
● Cabbage
● Parsnips
s Brussels
Q Cauliflower
s Turnips
Sprouts
● Green Onions
Storage time will depend upon the type of food and its
condition when placed in the drawer.
Excess water which may accumulate in the bottom of
the Cool N’ Fresh drawer should be poured out and
the drawer wiped dry.
lets you regulate the amount of cold air entering the
drawer.
ADJUSTABLE HUMIDITY
Slide the control all the way to the right to the
“VEG” setting and the cover closes fully
to provide a
high humidity storage area.
Slide the control all the way to the left to the
“FRUITS” setting and the cover stays partially
open to provide a less humid
storage area.
Variable settings between “FRUITS” and “VEG”
can be selected to fit your special needs.
Sealed Snack Pack
The Sealed Snack Pack—and shelf to which it
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compartment. The sealed drawer retains high
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hors d’oeuvres, spreads and snacks.
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ICE SERVICE
Ice Service Compartment
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For only one or two ice cubes,
leave the tray right-side up, twist
both ends slitzhtlv and remove
compartment with two ice-cube To release ice cubes, invert tray,
trays and a pull-out ice storage bin. hold it over storage bin or bowl,
It can be moved to either side
of
the freezer. and twist tray at both ends.
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desired num~er ~f cubes.
Wash trays and storage bin in
lukewarm water only. Do not put
them in an automatic dishwasher.
ACCESSORIES
Automatic Icemaker Accessory Kit (optional at extra cost)
The optional automatic icemaker will replace the ice
If your refrigerator did not come already equipped with
you use.. automatically. It can keep yOLI supplied with
an automatic icemaker, you may add one—contact your
a binful of cubes—ice for everything,
local GE dealer; specify UK-KIT-3S. A water supply kit
everybody—without fuss or muss.
containing copper tubing, shut-off valve, fittings and
instructions needed to connect the icemaker to your cold
water line is also available at extra cost,
The perfect companion to your
automatic icemaker—
a water filter
(optional at extra cost)
Your ice cubes can only be as fresh-tasting
as the
water that produces them. That’s why
it’s a good idea
to purify your water with a water filter.
The water filter is an option at extra cost and is
available from your GE dealer. Specify WR97X0214.
It has complete installation instructions and installs in
minutes on 1/4” O.D. copper water line.
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REMOVES SEDIMENT
Rigid, porous graded density depth cellulose fiber
cartridge catches dirt. rust particles, sand and silt.
REMOVES ODORS
Activated charcoal granules relmove musty,
stale odors.
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Activated charcoal granules remove oily, medicin~l?
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plastic and metallic tastes.
REDUCES SCALE
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CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning—Outside
The door handles and trim can be cleaned with a
Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of
cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid
the refrigerator is a high quality, baked-on paint finish.
dishwashing detergent and water. Dry with a soft
With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-free
cloth. Don’t use wax on the door handles and trim. for years. Apply a coat of kitchen appliance wax when
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth, lightly
the refrigerator is new, and then at least twice a year.
dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.WR97X0216)
dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft is available from GE Service and Parts Center.
cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing
cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue 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—Inside
Inside of fresh food and freezer compartments
should be cleaned at least once a year. Unplug the
refrigerator before cleaning. If this is not practical,
wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution—about a
tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water. This
both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse thoroughly
with water and wipe dry.
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 odors.
Other parts of the refrigerator—including door gaskets,
meat and vegetable drawers, ice storage bin and all
plastic parts-can be cleaned the same way. Do not use
cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference will cause
them to break.
After cleaning, 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 wash any plastic parts from
refrigerator in automatic dishwasher.
Behind Refrigerator Condenser
Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator The condenser is located behind the base grille. For
away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can most efficient operation, it should be cleaned at least
be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and
once a year.
those with embossed surfaces. Pull the refrigerator
straight out and return it to position by pushing it
straight in. Moving your refrigerator in a side
direction may result in damage to your floor
covering or refrigerator.
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you
don’t roll over the power or icemaker supply line (on
some models).
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To clean the condenser, first remove the base
grille, then sweep away or vacuum dust that is readily
accessible. Use a refrigerator coil brush and a vacuum
cleaner to remove dust and lint from the coil. The coil
brush is available at GE Service and Parts Center.
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CARE AND CLEANING
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No Defrosting
It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food compartments. Your
refrigerator defrosts itself automatically.
Light Bulb Replacement
Light bulbs are located at the top of the fresh food and To remove the light cover,
freezer compartments. press in toward the center on
To replace a light bulb, unplug the refrigerator’s power
each back comer, releasing
cord plug from the wall outlet. the cover off the screws.
Slide the cover back and
remove. After replacing with
a standard 40-watt appliance light bulb,
snap the cover back into place and plug in the refrigerator.
Drawer Removal
Drawers at the bottom of the fresh food compartment
stop before coming all the way out, to help prevent
contents from spilling onto the floor. Drawers can be
removed easily by tilting up slightly and pulling past
“stop” location.
To remove drawers when the fresh food compartment
door cannot be opened all the way, first remove food and
shelves above the drawers.
1. Remove the drawer farthest from the door.
2. Remove the glass top by pushing up from underneath
and tilting it to clear the door. Be careful when
handling the glass.We recommend wearing
protective gloves.
3. Lift the empty drawer frame out.
4. Remove the center post.
5. Slide the other drawer and frame over and
remove them. After cleaning, replace the drawers in
reverse order.
PREPARATION
Refrigerator Location
Do not install the refrigerator
where the temperature will be
below 60°F. because it will not run
often enough to maintain proper
temperatures.
Do install it on a floor strong
enough to support a fully loaded
refrigerator.
Avoid locating it next to the range, a
heating vent or where the sun will
shine directly on it.
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Clearances
The following clearances are
recommended for ease of installation,
proper air circulation and ease of
moving the refrigerator for cleaning:
Top.........., . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1“
Sides
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Back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1“
Water Supply to Icernaker
If your refrigerator has an icemaker,
or if you plan to add an icemaker
later, the icemaker will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A
water supply kit containing copper
tubing, shut-off valve, fittings and
instructions is available at extra cost
from your dealer. There should be
sufficient tubing for the icemaker
from the cold water supply to allow
moving the refrigerator out from the
wall several feet (approximately 8
feet of 1/4” copper tubing in three
10-
inch diameter coils).
Do not use kits with plastic tubing,
since there is water pressure in the
supply line at all times.
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Rollers
Adjustable rollers, which enable you to move your
refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning, are
located behind the base grille. These rollers should be
set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the
floor
and the front is raised just enough that the doors close
easily when opened about halfway.
To adjust rollers,
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remove the base grille
by grasping it at the
bottom and pulling it
straight out.
Turn roller adjusting
Roller Adjustment
screws clockwise to raise the
Screws
refrigerator, counterclockwise
to lower it. Use 3/8” socket
wrench or adjustable wrench.
When adjusting the front
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rollers for proper door closure,
it is recommended that the bottom front edge of
the cabinet be approximately 3/4” from the floor.
To replace base grille,
align prongs on back of
grille with slots in cabinet
and push forward until the
grille snaps into place.
Stabilizing Brakes
This refrigerator is equipped with additional leveling
feet which serve as stabilizing brakes. This additional
leveling foot will hold the refrigerator securely in
position during operation and cleaning. To set the
brakes, first adjust the leveling wheels to the desired
position. Second, rotate the leveling brakes until the
brakes are firmly in place against the floor. After the
brakes are securely in place, unscrew the leveling
wheels adjusting bolt counterclockwise until the
weight of the refrigerator is supported by the
stabilizing brakes. This allows the weight to be
positioned on the leveling brakes. Reverse the
Caution: To avoid possible personal injury or
procedure to roll the refrigerator out.
property damage the stabilizing brake must
be firmly touching the floor.
When you goon vacation
For extended vacations or absences, shut off power
to refrigerator, move the freezer control to OFF
position, and clean interior with baking soda solution
of one tablespoon of soda 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
temperature is expected to be below 60°F., follow
same instructions as for extended vacations.
When you move
Disconnect power cord from wall outlet, remove all
food, and clean and dry the interior.
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and
storage pans by taping them securely in place to
prevent damage.
Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position during
actual moving and in van. Refrigerator must be
secured in van to prevent movement. Protect outside
of refrigerator with blanket.
Move icemaker feeler arm to STOP (up) position and
be sure to shut off water supply to the refrigerator.
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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 to
minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
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GROUND EXISTS
BEFORE USE
Have 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
(GROUND) PRONG FROM
THE POWER CORD.
Use of Adapter Plug
Because of potential safety
hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend against
use of an adapter plug. However, if
you still elect to use an adapter,
where local codes permit, a
TEMPORARY CONNECTION
may be made to a properly
grounded two-prong wall outlet by
use of a UL listed adapter available
at most local hardware stores.
TEMPORARY METHOD
(ADAPTER PLUGS NOT
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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 adapter
ground terminal to wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the
appliance unless cover screw is
metal, and not insulated, and wall
outlet is grounded through 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.
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
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This provides the best performance and also prevents extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a
UL-listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause
a 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 120 volts.
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When reversing the door swing:
● Read these instructions all the way through before starting.
● Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.
. Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in the wrong places.
● Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors.
Important: Once you begin, do not move cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are for changing the
hinges from the right side to the left side.
If you ever want to change the hinges back to
the right side, follow these same instructions
(merely reverse all references to left and right).
REMOVE THE DOORS
h.1 GENERAL
a. Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical
outlet.
b. Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
compartment.
❑ REMOVE FRESH FOOD DOOR.
a. Remove the top hinge cover (lift up on the
outside edge and pull off,).
b. Tape the door
shut with strapping
tape at both upper
corners.
c. With 5/16” hex
driver, remove the 3
screws that hold the
top hinge to the
cabinet.
d. Lift the hinge and
spacer straight up to
free the hinge pin
from the socket in the
top of the door.
e. Remove the tape, tilt the door away from
the cabinet and lift it to free its bottom socket
from the hinge pin on the center hinge bracket.
f. Set the door on a non-scratching surface.
TOOLS REQUIRED
c 5/16” hex socket driver
c 3/8” socket and ratchet
. Phillips screwdriver
● Blade-type screwdriver
● Strapping tape
~ REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
a. Tape the door shut with strapping tape at
both upper corners.
b. Remove the hinge pin with a 5/16” hex
socket driver.
c. Remove the
tape and tilt the
door away from
the cabinet.
Remove and
save the washer
on top of the
door socket.
d. Lift the
door straight
up to free its
bottom socket
from the pin in
the bottom
hinge bracket.
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If the hinge pin and washer stick in the bottom
door socket, remove them, place the pin in the
outermost hole in the bottom hinge bracket and
slip the washer over the pin.
CAUTION: Do not let either door drop to the
floor. To do so could damage the door stop.
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REVERSE HARDWARE ON CABINET
❑ TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE BRACKET TO
THE LEFT:
a. Remove the base grille by grasping it at
both ends and pulling it straight out.
b. Remove the
bottom hinge
bracket cover
with a flat
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remove the hex head screws and hinge
bracket from the bottom right side of the
cabinet. Replace the screws in the holes.
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d. Remove the two outermost hex head
screws from the bottom left side of the
cabinet. Place the bottom hinge bracket over
the holes and tighten with the screws.
e. Move the
hinge pin
with the
washer to
the hole
that’s now
on the
outside.
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center right side of the cabinet by removing
the three Phillips head screws.
b. Remove the three outermost 5/16” hex
head screws from the center left side of the
cabinet and insert them into the holes just
vacated by the Phillips head screws on the
center right side.
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secure this assembly with the three Phillips
head screws removed from the right side.
Tighten all screws.
❑ TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT.
Interchange the hinge, shim and screws at
the top right with the plastic plug buttons at the
top left of the cabinet. Do not tighten screws at
this time.
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a. Remove screws from the top and bottom
of the handle and trim to release the handle
and trim from door.
b. Remove the plug buttons from the right
edge of the door and insert them into the handle
screw holes on the left edge of door.
c. Turn the handle upside-down and attach
the handle and trim to the right edge of the door
with the screws at the top and bottom.
d. Transfer any hinge socket plug buttons
to the opposite end on the top and bottom of
both doors.
TRANSFER DOOR STOPS
a. On each door,
move the metal door
stop from the right
end to the left end.
b. Move any screws
from the left end to
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the right end.
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bottom socket of
the freezer door
onto the lower
hinge pin on the
bottom hinge
bracket.
c. Gently push the
door under the
center hinge
bracket and align it
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extends through the
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towards the
cabinet, lifting
the top hinge so the pin fits into the socket on
the top of the door.
c. Tighten the top hinge screws to secure the
door, making sure the top edge of the door is
even with the top surface of the cabinet.
ALIGN THE DOORS
TRANSFER ICE COMMITMENT
(on models so equipped)
a. Remove the ice trays and the bin. Lift the
ice compartment off the screws.
b. Remove the screws and switch with plastic
plugs in the opposite wall.
c. Reinstall ice compartment.
CAUTION: Do not loosen the center hinge bracket. To do so could cause both doors to fall
away from the cabinet.
Fresh Food Door: Loosen the top hinge screws. Adjust the door so it is flush with the cabinet.
Tighten screws.
QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
REFRIGERATOR
DOES NOT OPERATE
MOTOR STARTS &
STOPS FREQUENTLY
VIBRATION OR
RATTLING
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● May be in defrost cycle. Wait for about 30 minutes. If lights work but the unit
does not restart, remove the base grille. Locate the defrost timer mounted on the
center rail and turn the timer knob clockwise until you hear a click. The
refrigerator should begin operating.
● Temperature control is in the OFF position.
● If the interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at the
wall
outIet.
● If the 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.
● Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures.
● If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor and
front roller screws need adjusting, or
ffoor is weak or uneven. Refer to ROLLERS.
● If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal.

PROBLEM
MOTOR OPERATES
FOR LONG PERIODS
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer compartment
require more operating time.
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Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home—usually requires
24 hours to completely cool down.
Large amounts of food placed in the refrigerator
to be cooled or frozen raise
inside temperature.
Hot weather or frequent door openings.
Door left open.
Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use
of TEMPERATURE CONTROLS.
Grille and condenser need cleaning.
Check ENERGY-SAVING TIPS.
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NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS
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PROBLEM
HOT AIR FROM
BOTTOM OF
REFRIGERATOR
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
PROBLEM SOLVER
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● This is the normal air flow needed to cool the motor. In the refrigeration
process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator.
Some floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe operating
temperatures. Your floor covering supplier should be consulted if you object
to this discoloration.
* Temperature control may not be set cold enough. Refer to
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS.
● Warm weather and frequent door openings can raise inside temperature.
c Door left open for too long a time,
● Package may be holding door open.
● Package blocking air duct in freezer compartment.
c 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.
s Door may have been left ajar.
● Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder.
● Old cubes can become stale tasting. Discard them and make new ice.
● Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed.
● Unsealed packages in refrigerator andlor freezer compartments may be
transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes.
● Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. Odors can pass through to freezer.
. Not unusual during periods of high humidity.
● Move the Energy Saver Switch to the
REDUCE!3-
top position.
EXTERIOR
CABINET
MOISTURE
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SAVES
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ENERGY SAVER
● In humid weather, air carries moisture into the refrigerator when the doors are
opened too frequently or for too long a time.
s Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
● Check for spoiled food.
● Interior needs cleaning.
● Defrost water pan needs cleaning.
● Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every three months.
If you need more help... call, toll free:
GE Answer Centerm
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the assurance that ifyou ever need
information or assistance from GE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!
In-Home Repair Service
8WGE4ARES(80M32-2737)
A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service
company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your
convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).
Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out–so most
repairs can be handled in just one
~’isit.
GEAnswer Center@
81M6262000
Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center@
information service is available to help. Your call—and your question-will be
answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer
Center@ service is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Upon request, GE will provide Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have
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
infc~rmation or service.
kitchen f-or persons with limited
mobilit}. To obtain these items,
free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
Service Contracts
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You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there
after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still
in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,
you’re assured
offuture service at today’s prices.
Parts andAccessories
800L626-2002
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet
can hate needed parts or accessories sent directly to
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
their home. The GE parts system pro~’ides access to over
Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified
47,000 parts . . . and all GE C~enuine Renewal Parts are
service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
fully warrantecl. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
are accepted.
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YOUR GE REFRIGERATOR
Staple sales slip or cancelled check
WARRANTY
here. Proof of original purchase date
is needed to obtain service
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under warranty.
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.
LIMITED 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 GE Appliance
Service Parts Centers or by
our authorized Customer
Caree
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
c Service trips to your home to adequate electrical, plumbing and ‘
teach you how to use the other connecting facilities.
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
Center@
800.626.2000
consumer information service
● Improper installation.
c 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.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
ISome 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
Al 058009
Part No. 162
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Pub. No. 49-6721 TCX22
Printed in the United States
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