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SafetyInformation
SafetyPrecautions........... 3
UseofExtensionCords........ 3
HowtoConnectElectricit...... 4
UseofAdapterPlugs.......... 4
Operating Instructions
Comro/s .................... 5
Feaares.................. 5-9
AutomaticIcemaker............
IceandWaterDispenser....... 10
CareandCleaning......... 11-13
Installation Instructions
Preparingro
Instal/theRefrigerator........ 14
WaterLineInstallation..... 15-17
TroubleshootingTips
NormalOperatingSounos...... 18
BeforeYou
Ca//ForSemce........... 18-21
Customer Service
WarrantyforCanadianCustomers21
Warrant#forU.S.Customers.. 22
FXRCCartridge
PerformanceDataSheet....... 23
Stateof CaliforniaWater
Trea[menrDeviceCertificate.. 24
ProductRegis[radon......... 25
ServiceTelephone
Numbers............ BackCover
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Congratulations!
YouAre Now Partof the GEFamily
Welcome to the GE tiunily. We're prt)ud of our
quality products and we are committed to pr_Mding
dependable service. You'll see it in this eas}=to-use
Owner's Manual and you'll hear it in the fiiendly
voices of our customer service (lepmtment.
Best of all, you'll experience these values each time
y{)u use your refiigerator. That's important, becm_se
y_nn new retiigerator willbe pmt ot}_)ur titmily fi)r
ma W yems. And we hope y_u will be part of ours tot
a long time to come.
$'\,rethankyou fo_ bu}dng (;E. We appreciate your
purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us
whenm,er you need quality appliances for your home.
GE& You,A ServicePartnership.
IMPORTANT!
Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card.
TwoEasyWaysToRegisterYourAppliance!
• Through the internet at _w.geappliances.com.
• Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration (ard.
YOURRECORDS
Write the model and serial numbershere:
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Y()u can find them on a label inside the fiesh fi)od compmtment
on the top.
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
READTHISMANUAL
Inside you will find many helpfifl hints on how to use and maintain
your retiigerator properly.Just a little preventive care on your part
can save y_)u a great deal of time and money over the lite of your
refligerator.
IFYOUNEEDSERVICE
You'll find many answers to common problems in the Before You
Call For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting
Tips first, you may not need to call fi)r ser_4ce at all.
If you do need service, you can rebLxknowing help is only a phone
call away. A list of mll-tiee customer service numbers is included in
the back section. Or, inthe O.S.,you can always (all the (;E Answer
(enter " at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a dW, 7 dws a week. InCanada,
call 1-800-361-3400.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMAtiON.
READALLINSTRUCtiONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precaufions should be followed, including the following:
;; This refrigerator must be properly installed
and lo(ated in accordan(e _fith tile Installation
Instructions before it is used.
_>Do not allow chil&en to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the refrigerator. They (ould
damage tile refrigerator and seriously injure
thenlselves.
Do not touch tile cold sufiilces in tile fleezer
(ompanment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
inay stick to these extremely cold surlhces.
_ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in tile vidnity of this or any
other applian( e.
_,'_In refligerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with the m_Mng parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or
hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refiigeramr isplugged in.
Kee t)fingers out of tile "pinch point" areas;
clemances between tile doors and between
the doors and cabinet me necessarily small.
Be carefhl closing doors when chiMren are
in the area.
_,'_Unplug the retiigevator befi)re cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE:Westrongly recommendthatanyservicing beperformed
byaquafifiedindividual,
_ Tmning tile control to the O (off) position does
not remove power to the light dr(uit.
}:_Do not refleeze flozen foods which have
thawed completely.
DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child enuapment and stflfi)cation me not problems
of tile past.Junked or abandoned refrigerators me
still dangerous...even ifthey will sitfi)r "just a tiew
dws." Ify{)u me getting rid of y{)ur oM refiigerator,
please ti)llow the instructions beh)w to help prevent
accidents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
Take off the doors.
i_YI.eave tile shelves in place so that chiMren may
not easily dimb inside.
CFCDisposal
Your oM refiigerator has a cooling system that used
(FCs ((hlorofluorocarbons). CF(s are believed to
hat'IIl stratospheri( ozone,
lf y()u me throwing away your oM refrigerator, make
sure tile (;FC refiigerant is rem()ved fi)r proper
disposal by a qualified secvicer. If you intentionally
release this CF( refrigerant y{)u can be subject to
titles and imprisonment under pr{Msions of
environmental legislation.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend
against the use of an extension cord.
H()wever, if)_)u must use an extension cord, it isabsolutely ne(essm T that it be a UI Aisted (in tile United
States) or a ( SA-lisled (in Canada), 3-wire gr(nmding type appliance extension cord having a groun(fing
type plug and outlet and that the elecuical rating of tile cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts. 3

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded.
The pc)wer cord of this appliance is equipped xfith a
3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standmd 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibility of elecuic shock hazard
fiom this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified eledrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it isyour
personal responsibility and obligation to have it
repla(ed with a properly grounded 3-prong wall
outlet.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own indMdual ele(uk al outlet whirl1 has a vohage
rating that mat( hes the rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring cir(uits whidl
could cause a tire hazard flom overheated wires.
Never unplug your reIiigeivUor by pulling on the
power (ord. Always grip plug firmly and pull suaight
out fiom the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become flayed or othem-ise dmnaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion dmnage
along its length or at either end.
When moving the retiigerator away flom the
wall, be cmefhl not to roll over or damage the
power (ord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Ad_pte_pl_g_,otpe_mittedinCa,ada)
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
H{)wever, if you must use an adapter, where local
codes permit, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly gr{)unded 29tong w:dl outlet by use
ofa UI Aisted adapter available at most local
haidware stoies.
The larger slot in the adapter Inust be aligned with
the larger slot in the wall outlet to pr(Mde proper
polarity in the (onne(iion of the power (ord.
When disconnecting the power cord flom the
adapter, always hold the adapter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the
other hand. If this is not done, the adapter gr(nmd
teiillinal isveI)" likely to bieak with iepea/ed use.
If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DONOTUSE
the refrigerator until a proper ground hasbeen
established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the waft
outlet is grounded through the house wiring Youshould
have the circuit checkedby a qualified electrician to make
sure the outlet is propedy grounded
Readandfollow thisSafetyInformationcarefully.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe controlsontherefrigerator.
The temperature controls on your refrigerator ha ve If you want colder or warmer temperatures, adjust the
numbers. Initially set the fresh food control at 5and fresh food temperature first When satisfied with that
the freezer control at S. setting, adjust the freezer temperature.
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Freezer Control Fresh Food Control
5is initial Setting
9 is Coldest
Control Settings
oFreezer Control
Fl_efieezer (ontro] maintains the temperatures throughout the fleezer (ompartment.
Fresh Food Control
File fiesh fi)od (ontrol maintains the temperatures throughout the flesh food (ompartment.
Moxdng the fiesh food control to 0 (off) stops cooling in both areas-fiesh food and fleezer-but does
not shut off power to the refligerator.
How To Test Temperatures
Use the milk test for the fiesh food compartment. Place a container of milk on the top shelf
and check it aday later. Ifthe inilk istoo warln or too cold, a({just the telnperamre controls.
)
Use the ice cre_un test for the fleezer compartment, t lace a container of ice cream in the
(enter of the fleezer and (he(k it after a day. Ifit's too hard or too soft, a(!iust the
temperature (ontrols.
After changingthecontrols,allow24hoursfor therefrigeratorto reachthetemperatureyouhaveset.

Aboutthe water filter cartridge.
On some models
PlasticCap
Discard the plastic cap.
I (m°nthyear)I
replace every 6 months
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Cartridge i I
Holder I II
Place the top of flTecartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to the right.
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Tile water filter cartridge is located in the
upper right,hand (orner of tlle fiesh toad
comparmmnt, right below tl_e temperature
controls.
Tim filter cartridge should be replaced
every sixmonthsor earlier if tl_eflow of
water to the water dispenser or icemaker
decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
[7] Ifyou are replat ing the cartridge, litst
re'nave tile i)ld one bv slowly turning it
to the let1. Donot pull (lox_l_on the
caruidge. A small atnount ofwamr mW
drip (lox_l_.
[_ Remove and discard tlle plasdc cap
fiom tile new cartridge.
[_] Fill the replacement cartridge widl water
fiom the tap.
[_]A pplv the month and year sticker it) tlle
c_irtr(dge to relnind vr)u to replace the
filter in sixmonths.
[_ Place tile top of din cartridge up inside
tlle cartridge holder. Do not push it up
into the holder.
@Slowly mrn it to the right until tile filter
cartridge strips. DONOTOVERTIGHTEN.
As you mrn tile taruidge, it _dll
autolnatically raise itself into position.
[_Run water fiom tile dispenser for 1
minute (about a half gallon) to dear
tl_esystem and prevent sputtering.
NOTE:A newly-installed water filter
(artridge may causewatertospurtfrom
die dispenser.
Rlter Bypass Plug
Y{)umust use the fiher bypass plug
when a replacement fiher carnidge is not
available. The dispenser and the icemaker
will not operate without the fiher or fiher
bypass plug.
(_mstions?...In the United States, trailthe
GE Answer Center " 800.626.2000.
Replacement Fillers:
Toorder additional filler cartridges in the
United States, call GE Parts and Accessories,
800-826-2002.
FXRT--Chlorine, Taste and Odor
Suggested Retail $29.95
FXR(_Chlorine, Taste and Odor-
I_ead and Cys/s
Suggested Retail $34.95
CustolneI's in ( anada should consult the
yellow pages tot the nemest (mnco Sevvice
Center.
Aboutthe refrigeratorshelvesandbins.
Not all features are on all models.
Divider Bins on the Fresh FoodCompartment Door
A(!justable bins can easily be carried from
refrigerator to work area.
Toremove:l,ifi bin str>fight up until
mounting hooks disengage.
Toreplaceorrelocate:Select desired sheff
height, engage bin's hooks in slots on the
tracks of the door, and push in. Bin will lock
in place.
Thedividerhelps prevent tipping, spilling or
sliding of small items stored on the door
shel£ Place a finger on either side of the
(fivider nero the fiont and inove it back and
ti)ith to fit your needs.

Rearranging the Shelves
Shelves in tile fiesh food and fleezer (omparunents are a(!justable.
FreshFoodCompartment:
ToRemove
DLi upa' !outm,i,tup
FreezerCompartment:
ToRemove ToReplace
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Spillproof Shelves
Spillproof shelves have special edges
to help prevent spills fiom dripping to
h)wer shelves.
Deep Door Shelves in the Freezer Compartment
Detachable shelf extenders deepen and
enclose fixed door shelves, pr_vi(fing
more storage room and greater storage
flexibilib,.
Toremove: I,fit the shelf extender straight up
until the mounting hooks come out oftim
sh)ts in the door.
Toreplace: line up tile hooks wifll tlle sh)ts
in the door and push in and down.

Aboutthe additional features.
Not all features are on all models.
Condiment Caddy Baking Soda Holder
The con(fiment caddy keeps flequemly
used condimems together, It ills in your
refligera/or (loot shelf. A convenient
handle alh)ws condiments to be easily
canied to the table,
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Aboutthe storagedrawers.
Not all features are on all models.
_: _'_ Fru# and Vegetable Drawers
Ex(ess water that may ac(umulate in the
bottoln of the drawers should be elnptied
and the dcawers wiped dly,
Adjustable Humidity Drawers [
Slide the conuol all the way to the
High or _ setting u) provide high
humidity recommended ti)r most
vegetables,
Slide the conuol all tile way to the Low or
setting to provide lower humi(fity levels
re( ommended fi)r most fi_uits.
Coldest
Convertible Meat Drawer
The convertible meat drawer has its own
coM air (h_ct to allow a stremn of cold air
flom the fieezer compartment/o fl()w
ar()und the drawer.
Thevariabletemperaturecontrolregulates
the air flow flom the fleezer compartment.
Set conuol lever down u) tim coldest setting
to store flesh meats. If lever is left in meat
position fi)r a long period of time, some
fiost may fom_ on tlle inside of the drawer.
Set conuol lever up to convert the (hawer to
nom_al retiigerator/emperamre and
pr(Mde extra vegetable storage space. Cold
air duct is turned off. Vmiable settings
belween these exuemes can be selected.

Aboutstoragedrawer removal
Not all features are on all models.
Drawer Removal
Drawer
Guides
When replacing flTedrawers, make
sure you slide them through flTe
drawer guides on theleft side.
Drawers can easily be relil{)ved by dhing up
slightly and pulling past stop location.
Onsomemodelsyoumayneedtoremovethe
doorbinsfromthefreshfooddoorbefore
removingthedrawers.
If tile door prevents you fiom raking (rot
the drawers, the refigerator will need to
be rolled tblwmd until the door opens
enough to slide the (hawers out. In some
cases when you roll the refigerator (mt you
will need to m()ve the refigerator to the left
asyou roll it out.
Aboutthe automaticicemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 8 to 12hours to begin making ice.
Feelerarm
ntheSTOP
icemaKe IUDJ DOSl[IOn
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@ StorageBin
Feelerarm
ntheON
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Automatic lcemaker fensomemodels) ......................
Tile icemaker will produce eight cubes per
(ycle-approximately 120 cubes in a 24-hour
period, depending on tieezer c()mparm_ent
temperature, room temperature, number
of door openings and odmr use conditions.
If the refligerator is operated befi)re the
water connection is made to tile icemaker,
keep die ti_eler arm in tile STOP(up)
position.
&,\qmnthe refligeralor has been connected
to the water supply, moxe tile feeler arm to
the ON(down) position.
Tile icemaker will fill _dd_water when it co()ls
to tieezing. A newly-installed retiigerator may
take 8to 12 hours to begin making ice (ubes.
Throw away tlle first lew batches of ice to
allow dm water line to (lear.
Raise flTeaccess door to reach the
icemaker bin.
Be sure nodling interferes with tile swing of
tile feeler arm.
It is natural tbr several cubes to be joined
togedmr.
If ice is not used fiequemly, old ice cubes
,,,.'illbet ome (lou( b,and taste stale.
Icemaker Accessory Kit
lfy_)ur refrigerator (rid not come already
equipped with an mltomafic icemaker,
an icemaker accesso Ukit is available at
exua cost.
Check tile back of tile refligerator f)r
the specifc icemaker kit needed f)r
your model.

Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.
On some models
SpillShelf
To Use the Dispenser
Press the rim of tile glass gently against tile
dispenser pad.
Sele,_t CUBEDICE _, CRUSHEDICE
(on some models) or WATER_.
Tile spill shelf is not sell:draining. To
reduce water spotting, tile sheltand its grille
shouM be cleaned regularly.
If no wateris dispensedwhentherefrigeratoris
first instafled,theremaybeair in thewater fine
system.Pressthedispenserpad forat leasttwo
minutestoremovetrappedair fromthewater
fineand tolift the watersystem.Toflushout
impuritiesin thewaterfine, throwawaythefirst
sixglassfulsof water
A light switch (on some models) unns tile
night lightin the dispenser on or off. The
light also comes on when the dispenser pad
is pressed. The light in the dispenser shouM
be replaced with a 7 watt IllaxiIIltlIIl bulb
when it burns out.
CAUTION:Neverput fingersoranyother
objectsintotheicecrusherdischargeopening.
Ice Storage Bin
Toremove:
I,ifi tile left corner to flee tile bin fiom tile
shelf and pull tile bin suaight out while
supporting it at fiont and rear.
Toreplace:
Slide tile bin back until tile tab on tile bin
locks into the slot on the shelf. If the bin
does not go all tile way back, remove it and
rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then
push the bin back again.
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
>_Do not add icefiom Uaysor bags to
tile storage bin. It may not (rush or
dispense well.
>:Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of
narrow or exua-tall glasses, l_mked-up ice
can.iron the chute or cause the door in
the clnne to freeze shut. If ice is blocking
the clnne, poke it through with a w{)oden
spoon,
i:YBeverages and fi)ods shouM not be
quick-chilled in tile ice storage bin.
Cans, bottles or tood packages in the
storage bin may cause the icemaker or
mlger to jmn.
>:Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
though you selected CUBEDICE.This
happens occasionally when a tew cubes
accidentally get directed to the crusher.
>_After crashed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip fiom tile chute.
i_ySometimes a mound of sm)w will finm on
the door in the ice chute. This condition
is norlnal and usually occurs when you
have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly.
Tile snow will evennlally ex_tporam.
i_YDispensed water is not ice coM. For
_older water, simply add {rushed ke or
(ubes befi)re dispensing water.
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Careand cleaning oftherefrigerator.
Presshereto
removegrille, Cleaning the Outside
Thedispenserwell, (on SOlileinodels)
beneath tile mille, should be xdped (hT.Wa/er
left in the well mW leave deposi/s. Rem_)ve
tile deposi/s byadding undiluted xinegm to
the well. Soak until the deposits disappear
or become loose enough to rinse away.
Thedispenserpad (on some models). Clean
with warm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a qumt (11) of water. Rinse thoroughly
and wipe (hy.
HINT."Openthefreezerdoorpart way toprevent
dispensingof iceor water whencleaning.
Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean widl a
cloth (fim_pened with soapy water. DU
xdtll a soft cloth.
Keep theoutsideclean.Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dmnpened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish (lele_gent.
DUand polish with a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel. Thesemay 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.
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Cleaning the Inside
Tohelppreventodors,leavean open box of
baking sodain tile tiesh fi)od and tieezer
COlnpartments.
Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.Ifthis
is not practical, _Ting excess moisture out of
sponge or cloth when cleaning ar{)und
swiwhes, lights or conuols.
Use warm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a qumt (11) of water. This both cleans
and neumdizes odors. Rinse and wipe (hT.
After cleaning tile door gaskets, apply a thin
layer ofpeuoleumjelly to the door gaskels
at the hinge side. This helps keep the
gaskels flom socking and bending out of
shape.
Drainopeninginfreezercompartment.During
yemly cleaning, rem()ve bottom fleezer
basket and flush a solution of baking soda-
1 teaspoon (5 ml) and 2cups (500 ml) of
hot (not boiling) water-through the drain
line with the help of a meat baster. This will
help eliminate odor and reduce the
likelihood of a clogged drain line. If drain
becomes clogged, use a meat baster and
baking soda solution/o ti)rce the clog
thr()ugh the drain line.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some
models) with hot water because the extreme
temperature difference may cause them to break.
Handle glass shelves carefufl_zBumping
tempered glass can cause it to shatter
Do not wash any p/astic refrigerator parts in the
dishwasher
Washice traysin lukewarmwateronly--do not
putthemin anautomaticdishwasher
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Careand cleaning of therefrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be cmefifl when mining the refiigerator
away fi'Oln tile wall. All types of floor
coverings can be damaged, particulmly
cushioned c_)verings and those _dth
embossed sudimes.
l'ull the refiigerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it suaight in.
M_wing the refligerator in a side direction
may result in dmnage u) the floor covering
or refligerator.
When pushing the refngerator back, make sure
you don't rofl over the power cord or icemaker
supply line (onsome models).
Clean the condenser coils at least
once ayear,
Under the Refrigerator
For most efficient operation, keep tile
area under the retiigerator dean. Rem_)ve
tile base grille and sweep away or vacuum
up dust.
For best resuhs, use a brash specially
designed ti)r this purpose. It is available at
most appliance parts su nes.
Preparing for Vacation
FoI"long vacations or absences, ieiil()ve
toed and unplug tile retiigerator. Move
the fiesh ti)od control to the 0(off)
position, and clean the interior with a
baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda m one qumt (1 1)
of water. I,eave the doors open.
M_)vethe icemaker feeler mm (on some
models) to the STOP(up) position and shut
offthe water supply to the retiigerator.
If tile temperature can (hop below fleezing,
have a qualified servi( er drain the water
supply syslem (on some models) to prevent
serious properly dmnage chin to floe(ring,
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by roping them securely
in place to prevent dmnage.
Besuretherefrigeratorstaysin anup@t positionduringmoving.
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Replacingthe lightbulbs.
Turning the control to the 0(off) position does not remove power to the light circuit.
Fresh FoodCompartment--Upper Light
[] Unplug tl_e retiigerator.
[_ Pull offthe temperature control knobs.
_Pull bottom of light shield (lo_1_and
fi)rward, then to{ate the top up and oil
After replacing with an appliance bulb of the
same or lower wattage, reinstafl the h_?htshield,
replace temperature control knobs andp/ug the
refngerator back in.
Fresh FoodCompartment--Lower Light (onsomemodels)
Thisfightis locatedeitherbehindthe topdrawer
or rightabovethetopdrawer(dependingon your
model).
[] Unplug the refrigerator.
m2_lfthelightisbehindthetopdrawervou
will need to remove the (hawer an'd the
shelf above it. See the About storage
drawer removaland About therefrigerator
shelvesand binssections.
After replacing with an appliance bulb of the
same or lower wattage, replace the shielrL If the
hght was behind the top drawer, you wifl need to
replace the drawer and the shelf above it. Plug
the refrigerator back in.
[_] (hasp the bottom of the light shield and
pull it forward and up.
FreezerCompartment
[_] Unplug the refrigerator.
[] Rexnove the shell]just below light shield.
(The shelf will be easier to remove if it is
emptied first.)
[_] Pull the light shield toward you to rea(h
the bulb.
After replacing with an apphance bulb of the
same or lower wattage, reinstall the shield
and shelf andplug the refngerator back in.
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Preparingtoinstall the refrigerator.
Read theseinstructionscompletely and carefully.
Water Supply to the Icemaker(onsomomotions)
Ifthe refiigerator has an icemaker, it xdll have to be
connected 1o a cold water lille. A water supply kit (containing copper tubing,
shutoffvalve, fittings and insu_ucfions) is available
at exua cost flom your dealer or fiom Parts and
Accessories, 800-626-2002.
RefrigeratorLocation
Do not install the refligera/or where tile
temperature will go below 60°F (16°C)
because it will not run often enough to maintain
proper temperatures.
Install it on a floor strong enough to support it
flflly h)aded.
Clearances
Allow the folh)xdng clearances for ease of
installation, proper air cir(ulation and
plumbing and elecui(al (onne(dons:
Sides ,)/8 (ID IIlIIl)
Top 1" (25 IllIll)
If built-in, allow 7/8" {22ram) for hinge covers.
If the refiigerator is against a w:tll on either side,
allow the tblh)wing door clemances:
20', 22', and 24'models 3/4" (19ram)
27' models 17Z' (38 ram)
Back 1" (25 IIllI1)
Rollers
The milers have 3 purposes:
[_] Rollers a(!just so the door ch)ses easilywhen
opened about halfivay. [Raise the fiont about
,) _ (15 ram) fiomthetloor.]
To assure that tile doors will close m_tomatically
tiom a halt_xW open position, there is a buih-in tilt
fiom the flont to the back of the cabinet. Side-b)=
side retiigerators also have spedally designed door
hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened,
allowing the torce of gravity to help close them
se(urely.
[_ Rollers adjust so tile refiigerator isfirmly
positione(i on tile floor and does not wo])ble.
_] Rollers allow you to move tile refiigerator away
Y
fi'oln the wall}br (leaning. •
Toadjustthemilers,remove tile base grille by pulling
it out at tile bottom.
Turn the roller ac!iusting screws clockwisetoraise
tile refiigerator, counterclockwisetoIowerit. Usean
ac!iustable x_Tench (3/8" hex head 1)oh) or pliers.
7"0replace base grille, align prongs on back of grille
wifll (lamps in (abinet and push forward until grille
snaps into pla(e.
/4

Installingthe water line.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
BeforeYouBegin
When connecting a GEReverse Osmosis Water System to your refrigerator, the only approved
installation is with a GERVKIT.
If the water supplyto the refrigerator is from a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtrafion SystemAND the
refrigerator also has a water filter, use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Using the refrigerator's
water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the ROfilter can result in hollow ice cubes and slower
water flow from the water dispenser.
This water line instaflation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer.
Follow these instructions carefufly to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to
refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Carl a quafified plumber to correct
water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
Toprevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to the hot water line.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker feeler
arm is kept in the STOP (up) position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fail below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) during installation, be sure the
device is insulated or wired in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock.
All instaflations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.
What YouWill Need
Todetermine how much copper tubing you need:
Measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply
pipe. Then add 8 feet (244 cm). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing [about 8 feet (244 cm)
coiled into 3 turns of about 10inches (25 cm) diameter] to allow the refrigerator to move out
from the wall after installation.
>:Awater supplykit (containing copper robing, shutoffvalve and fittings listed beh)w) is available at
extra c{)st fiom y{nn dealer or fiom Parts and Accessories, 800-626-21102,
i_:_:Cold water supply. The water pressure must be belween 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.2 bar) on models
without a water fiher and between 40 and 120 p.s.i. (2.8-8.2 bar) on models with a water fiher.
i_:Power drill.
>:Coppertubing,l/4" outer diameter to connect the refiigerator to the water supply. Be sure both
ends of the robing are cut square.
Do not use plastic tubing or plastic fittings because the water supply line is under pressure at
all times. Certain types of plastic tubing may become brittle with age and crack, resulting in
water leakage.
i_:TwoI/4" outerdiametercompressionnutsand2 ferrules(sleeves_-Io connect the copper robing to
the shutoffx_dve and the refiigerator water valve.
i_:If your existing water line has a flared fitting at the end, you will need m_adapter(avaihble at
plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the retiigevator ORyou can _a_toffthe tlmed
fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.
>:Shutoffvalveto connect to the cold water line. The shutoffvalve should have a water inlet with a
mininmm inside (fiameter of 5/32" at the point of connection to the COLDWATERLINE.Saddle-type
shutoffvalves are included in many water supply kits. Beti)re purchasing, make sure a saddle-type
valve complies with your local plumbing codes. 15

Installingthe water line.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
ShutOff theMain Water
Turn on tile nearest fimcet hmg enough to clear tile line ofwater.
Install the Shutoff Valve
_] Install tile shutoffvalve on the nearest
fiequenfly used drinking water line.
[_ Choose a location for tile valve fllat is easily
accessible. It isbest to connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is necessmy to
connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the
connection to the top or side, rather than at the
bottom, to avoid dra_dng offany secfiment fiom
the water pipe.
[7_ Drill a l/4 hole m tile water p(pe, using a sharp
=J bit. Remove any burrs resuhing fiom drilling file
hole in file pipe.
[_] Fasten the shutoffvalve to tile coM water pipe
wifll the pipe damp.
[_ Tighten tile clamp screws until tile sealing
washer begins to swell.
Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper
tubing•
PipeClamp_
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve
Washer
)inletEnd
'a_ _'2_.-,
_' _-Vertical ColdWaterPipe
NOTE:Commonwealthof MassachusettsPlumbingCodes
248CMRshaftbeadheredto.Saddlevalvesare illegaland
useisnotpermittedin Massachusetts.Consultwith your
licensedplumber
Routethe Copper Tubingand Connect It to the Shutoff Valve
Route the copper tubing between the coM water
line and the refiigerator. Make su(e the robing is fiflly inserted into the xalxe. Tighten tile compression nut securely.
Route tile robing flnough a hole &filed in the wall
or floor (behind the refiigerator or ac!ja{ent base
_abinet) as dose to the wall as possible.
Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing [about 8
feet (244 cm) coiled into 3 turns of about 10"
(25 cm) diameter] to aflow the refrigerator to
move out from the waft after instaflation.
Place the compression nut and terrule (sleeve)
onto tile end of the robing and connect it to tile
shutoffvalve.
Saddle-TypeShutoff Valve r-r
PackingNut
_._j _. Compression Nut
_rrule(sleeve}
OutletValve
NOTE:Commonwealthof MassachusettsPlumbingCodes
248CMRshaftbeadheredto.Saddlevalvesare illegaland
useisnotpermittedin Massachusetts.Consultwith your
licensedplumber
TurnOn the Water and Flush Outthe Tubing
[_] Tmn the main water supply on and flush out tile
robing until the water is ( 1_1(. [_ Shut the water ()fiat tile water valve after about
one quart (1 1)of water has been flushed
through tile robing.
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Connect the Tubing to the Refrigerator
Before making the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power
cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.
We recomnmnd installing a water fiher if your water
supply has sand or particles that couM clog the
screen of tile refrigerator's water valve. Install it in
tile water line near tile refrigerator.
_] Remove file plasti( flexible (ap fiom tile water
valve (refiigerator (onne(fion).
[_ Place tile compression nut and fen_ule (sleeve)
onto tile end _ifthe robing as sho_l.
[_] Insert tile end of tile copper robing into tile
water valve refiigerator connection as far as
possible. While hoMing the nlbing, tighten the
fitting.
[_] Fastentile copper robing into tile clarnp
provided to hold it inposidon. You may
need to ptT open the clamp,
Oneof theillustrationsbelowwill lookliketheconnection
onyourrefrigerator
1/4"Copper >TubingClamp
Tubing_ 1/4"
Compression
Nut
Removescrews {sleeve)
andfoldback
accesscover. Refrigerator
Connection
TubingClamp/_-., 1/4"CompressionNut Ferrule(sleeve)
Refrigerator
Connection
Turn the Water On at the Shutoff Valve
_] Tighten any (onne(tions that leak. _ Replace tile access covei and sciews (on soiile
Inodels).
Plug In the Refrigerator
Arrange tile coil of copper robing so that it does not
vibrate against tile back of tile refligerator or against
tile wall.
Push tile refiigerator back to tile wall.
Start the Icemaker
Set tile icemaker teeler mm to tile ON(d,)x_ll)
posidon. The icemaker will not begin to operate
until itreaches its operating temperature of 15°F
(O°() or below. It will then begin operation
automatically if the icemaker feeler mm is in the
ON(do_ll) position.
NOTE: The icemaker may double-cycle when it
first starts, caus&g some water spillage from
the icemaker into the ice bucket. This is normal
and should not happen again.
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Normal operatingsounds.
Depending on the placement of the refrigerator in your kitchen,
you may want to place a piece of rubber backed carpet under
the refrigerator to reduce noise.
These sounds are normal
and are due mostly to highly
efficient operation.
The new high eflicien( Tcompressor runs titster and xdll have a higher pitch hum
or pulsating sound while operating.
Defiost timer and refiigerator control click on and off.
The fire circulating air inside the fieezer which keeps the temperatures
throughout.
on the defiost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or popping
sound during the defiost (T(le.
The tlow of reIiigerant through the fieezer cooling coils sounds like boiling
water or a gurgling noise,
Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction
during defiost and reIiigeration fi)llowing defiost.
as it mehs fiom the evaporator and flows to the drain pan
during the defiost (Tale.
Icemaker (on some models)
The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water. If the feeler
am_ is in the 0h/(down) position it will buzz even ifit has not yet been hooked up
to water. Keeping the teeler mm in the 0h/(down) position betine it is hooked up
to water can damage the icemaker. To prevent this, raise the feeler arm to the
STOP(up) position. This will stop the buzzing.
The sound of cubes dropping into tlle bin and water running in pipes as
i(emaker refills,
Beforeyoucall forservice...
Troubleshooting -tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Possible Causes What ToDo
Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait ab{)ut 30 minutes fin defiost _ycle to end.
operate Fresh food control "Move the flesh ti)od control to a temperature setting.
in O (off)position.
Refrigerator is unplugged. • l'ush the plug completely into tim outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit "Replace fi_se or reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.
Vibration or rattling Front rollers need adjusting. *See Rollers.
(slight vibration
is normal)
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Possible Causes
Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator
long periods or cycles is first plugged in.
on and off frequently.
(Modern refrigerators Often occurs when large
with more storage amounts of food are
space and a larger placed in refrigerator.
freezer require more Door left open. *Check to see if p;l('l_lge is holding door open.
operating time. They
start and stop often Hot weather or frequent *This is nox'm_d.
to maintain even door openings.
temperatures.) Temperature controls *See About the controls.
set at the coldest setting.
Grille and condenser *See Careand cleaning.
need cleaning.
Freshfood or freezer Temperature control not set *See About the controls.
compartment toowarm cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent * Set the tenlper_lture control one step colder.
door openings. See About the controls.
Door left open. * Check/o see if p;M_lge is holding door open.
Frost or ice crystals Door left open. • Che('k to see if pacl_/ge is holding door open.
on frozen food
(frost within package Too frequent or too long
is normal) door openings.
Divider between fresh Automatic energy saver *This helps prevent (on(lense/ties on the outside.
food and freezer system circulates warm
compartments liquid around front edge
feels warm of freezer compartment.
Automatic icemaker Icemaker feeler arm in *Move [lie feeler arm to the ON ((lox_al) position.
does not work the STOP (up) position. * Cubes may h;we fiasco1 to the side of the mold. Move
(on some models) die teeler mm to die STOP (up) position then remove
these (ul_es.
Water supply turned off or *See Installingthe water line.
not connected.
Freezer compartment *Wait 24 hours fin" [lie refrigerator to completely
too warm. cool (loxql.
Piled up cubes in the storage * l,evel cul)es by hand.
bin cause the icemaker
to shut off.
Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs cleaning. * Empty mM w;ish bin. Discard old cul)es.
odor/taste Food transmitting odor/taste *Wr;/p fi)ocls well.
to ice cubes.
Interior of refrigerator *See Care and cleaning.
needs cleaning.
Small or hollow cubes Water filter clogged. *Repl;/ce fiher cartridge with new cartridge or xfith plug.
Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. *Check/o see if pacl(:lge is holding door ()pen.
Temperature control not set *See About the controls.
cold enough.
Door notclosing Door gasket on hinge side *Apply petroleum jelly on th(e of gasket.
properly sticking or folding over.
Orange glow in Defrost heater is on. *This is noI'm;d.
What ToDo
•Wait 24 hours ti)r the refrigerator to (ompletely
(ool (lox,al.
• This is normal.
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Beforeyoucall forservice...
Possible Causes What To Do
Cube dispenser does not Icemaker turned off or *Turn on i(emaker or water supply.
work (onsome models) water supply turned off.
Ice cubes are frozen to • Remove (ubes and move tim feeler arm to the
icemaker feeler arm. 0N(down) position.
i ¸ Irregular ice clumps in
storage container. • Break up _dth fingertip pressure and discard remaining (lumps,
• Freezer may be too warm. Ac!iust the tieezer (onuol
to a colder setting, one position at a time, until clumps
do not form.
Water haspoor taste/odor Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water in system is replenished.
(onsome models) used for a long time.
Water in first glass is Normal when re frigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refligerator to completely
is first installed. (ool do_L
Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water in systeln is replenished.
used for along time.
Water system has been drained. • Allow several hours for replenished supply to clfill.
Water dispenser does Water supply fine turned • See Installing the water line.
off or not connected.
Water filter clogged. • Repla(e fiher (aruidge or remove fiher and install plug.
Air maybe trapped in the • Press the dispenser pad for at least two ininutes.
water system.
Water spurting from Newly-installed filter cartridge. • Run waterfiom the (fispenser ti)r 1 minute (about a
dispenser half gallon).
Water is not dispensed Water in reservoir is • Call fi)r sev_i( e.
buticemaker is working frozen.
No water or ice cube Supply line or shutoff • Calla plumber.
valve is clogged.
Water filter clogged. • Repla(e fiher (aruidge or remove fiher and install plug.
Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting • Foods _dth suong odors should be tightly _appe(l.
odor to refrigerator. • Keep an open 1)ox of 1)aking soda in the refiigerator;
repla( e eveUthree months.
Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning.
Defrost water drainage • See Cam and cleaning.
system needs cleaning.
Moisture forms on Not unusual during • Wipe sudh(e (by.
outside ofrefrigerator periods of high humidity.
Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too
(in humid weather, air long door openings.
carries moisture into
refrigerator when doors
are opened)
Interiorlightdoes No power at outlet. • Repla(e fi_se or reset the breaker.
not work Light bulb burned out. • See Replacing the lightbulbs.
Water on kitchen floor or Drain in the bottom of •See Care and cleaning.
on bottom of freezer the freezer clogged.
Cubesjammed in chute. • Poke i(e through with a wooden spoon.