GE TFXA27f User manual

Refr@erator
Safe~ instructions.........................3
Operating Instructions, Tips
Energy-SaverSystem....................................4
Energy-Saving
Tips.........................................2
Food-Saver System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Food Storage Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Storage Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Ice & Water Dispenser...........................6- 10
Icemaker ...................................................6 –10
RefreshmentCenter......................................5
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14
Storage Drawers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Drawer and Cover Removal ...................l6
TemperatureControls...................................4
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning–Inside and Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Drawer and Cover Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Light Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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Problem Solver.......................2o-22
More questions ?...call
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Preparation
Adjustable Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Base Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. 18
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Vacation and Moving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Water Supply to Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . 18
Installation
Adapter Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
ElectricalRequirements.............................19
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Consumer Services ...................23
ApplianceRegistration..................................2
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Warranty........................................BackCover
Models: TFXA27f TFXB27F
TFXW27F
GE Appliances

~LP US ~LP YOU...
Read this book careftily.
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 on the
wall beside the top drawer or at
the bottom, 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:
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 deder
(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.
● 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 where the house or retiring for the night, check to be sure the
the sun will shine directly on it.
doors haven’t been left open accidentally.
● Close the doors as soon as possible, particularly in ● Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup
hot, humid weather. inside the refrigerator.
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.
m YOU ~ED SERWCE
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 Drive
write all the details—including Chicago, IL 60606
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

A
WA~~&Wh~n using this
appiiance, aiways exercise basic safety
precautions, including the following:
● Use this appliance ordy for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Guide.
● This refrigerator must be properly instailed
in accord~ce with the Installation btructions
before it is used. See grounding instructions and
the Instigation section.
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● Never unplug your refrigerator
.;i::t~~ by Pulungon the power ~fi+ Always
,$’:’’’,:,,$
grip plug fiily and pull straight out
from the outiet.
*Repair or repiace immediately all electric
service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows
crack or abrasion damage aiong its length or at
either the plug or connector end.
*When moving your refrigerator away from
—
the waii, be carefui not to rofl over or damage
the power cord.
o m’ not aiiow chiidren 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 refri~rator is in operation, do
not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment particularly when hands
are damp or weL Stin may adhere to these
extremely cold surfaces.
* b not place fingers or hands on the automatic
icema~g mechanism w~e the refrigerator is
pi~ed in. This will prevent contact with the
moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the
heating element that releases the cubes.
*Do not aiiow anyone to climb, si~ stand or hang
an the Ref~hment Center Compartment door.
They could duage the refrigerator and maybe
even tip it over, G&using severe personai inj~.
* D@n’t m~Hze fro~en foods wMch have thawed
completely. The United States Department of
Agriculture in Home and tiden Bulletin No, 69
says:
“,.. You may safely refreeze fro2en foods that have
thawed if they still contain ice crystais or if they are
still cold—below 40QF.
“. ,. Thawed ground meats, pouhry 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 fmits,
vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quaiity
of red meat 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
and
mting repairs. NOTE: We strongly
recommend that any servicing be
performed by aqudified individual.
● Before replacing a burned-out light bulb,
unplug the refrigerator or turnoff power
at the
circuit bre&er or fuse box in order to avoid contact
with a
iive wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb
may bre~ when being replaced,) NOTE: Turning
control to OFF position does not remove power to
the light circuit,
* W mot store or use gasoiine or oth~r fi*mmahle
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other ap~liance.
SAW -SE
~S~UCTIONS

OPEMT~G YOUR REFWGEMTOR
Set the Temperature Controls (appearance ma
y
Vw)
Two controls let you regulate the temperature in the
fresh food and freezer compartments.
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At first, set the fresh food control to “5” and the
Aitbi
freezer control to “C”.
Freezer Control
Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize,
C is Initial Satting
whether you are setting the controls for the first time
E is Coldest
or adjust;ng them later: Then, if you want colder or
,
warmer temperatures in either compartment, adjust
the controls one step at a time.
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Note: Moving the fresh food control to 0~
OkF
i.3”5. i.9
turns off coofing in both compartments-fresh
food and freezer—but does not shut off power
to the refrigerator.
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How to Test Temperatures
Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment. Use the ice cream test for the freezer compartment.
Place a container of milk on the top shelf in the fresh Place a container of ice cream in the center of the
food compartment. Check it a day later. If the milk is freezer compartment. Check it after a day. If it’s too
too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls. hard or too soft, adjust the temperature controls.
Automatic Energy-Saver System
No Defrosting
You won’t find an “energy-saver” switch on this It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food
refrigerator.
compartments. Although your refrigerator is designed
Warm liquid from the refrigerator’s condenser is and equipped to defrost itself automatically, some
automaticdlv circulated around the front edge of the frost on packages is normal.
freezer com~artment to help keep moisture from
forming on the outside of the refrigerator during
humid weather.
Many refrigerators use special electric heaters.
This refrigerator needs none. That’s why there is no
“energy-saver” switch.. there’s no need for it.
If you turn your household thermostat below 60°F. at night...
. . you may want to move the
freezer control one step colder.
Cooler temperatures in the house
may cause the compressor to
operate less frequently, thus
allowing the freezer compartment
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Moving the freezer control to a colder setting should
,,, “ ,,
have no effect on your fresh food compartment.
do
!.. *
However, if freezing occurs, move the fresh food
●
s
control one step warmer.
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When you stop turning the thermostat down, turn the
to warm somewhat. To protect your
refrigerator’s controls back to their regular settings.
frozen food supply, lea;e the fr;ezer setting at this
colder setting for the entire winter or for as long as you
keep your thermostat turned down.
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REFRESWNT CENTER
The Refreshment Center consisti of an Automatic Icemaker, an
Ice & Water Dispenser and a special Refreshment Center Compartment
with i@ own door that becomes a counter when you open it.
Icemaker Ice & Water Dispenser
It replaces the ice you use.. automatically. It dispenses ice cubes, crushed ice and chilled water
through the freezer compartment door.
Refreshment Center Compartment
It makes frequently used items stored on the fresh
food door readily accessible through the Refreshment
Center Compartment door without having to open the
main refrigerator door.
It provides an extra counter-high work surface with its
own light right at the refrigerator when the
Refreshment Center Compartment door is open. Close
the door after use.
Although durable, stain- and scratch-resistant, the
work su$ace on the Refreshment Center counter
should not be used as a cutting
bouard. Sharp utensils
can damage it.
The Refreshment Center Compartment is also
accessible through a lift-up door on the inside of the
fresh food campartrnent door.
To remove the Refreshment Center Porta-Bin, open
the outer door to free the lip on the bin from the
overlapping door.
Cold air entering from the freezer compartment
keeps the temperature in the Refreshment Center
Compartment at proper food-keeping levels.
Then raise the inner door and lift the bin straight up
until hooks on bin come out of tracks on door.
Refreshment Center Porta-Bin must be replaced in
its original position.
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ICE & WATER DISPENSER
Automatic Icemaker and Ice& Water Dispenser
Your refrigerator has an automatic icemaker and a Water flows from the household supply through a
custom dispenser that dispenses chilled water, ice (1) dual solenoid valve to the
cubes and crushed ice through the freezer
compartment door. Here’s how they work. (2) water reservoir and to the
(3) automatic icemaker as needed.
Water is frozen in the
(4) cube mold and ejected into the
(5) storage bin where a motor-powered auger moves
cubes forward into the dispensing unit. Cubes or
crushed ice, as selected, dispense through chute in
door when cradle is pressed.
When the switch is moved to CRUSHED, baffle in
housing channels cubes through the crusher and
crushed ice falls through chute into glass.
Water from reservoir flows through the
(6) tubing in the door and is dispensed when the
cradle is pressed.
(7) A light switch turns the night light in the
dispenser on and off.
● Your icemaker will
produce
ei~t cubes per cycle
appximately 120 cubes in a
2&hour period+epending on
freezer compartment tempera~~,
room
ternperamre, number of door
openkgs and other use conditions.
* htetittent dkpeming of
i~ is M*. If ico flow
intemption is more than brief,
im clum~s) may be tie cause and
should be removed.
*Avoid ove@M~ g~ses tith
im md, - -row or e-a-
W glmm. ~s c% jam the chute
or cause ti door in the chute to
freeze shut. Periodietiy opn the
freezer compartment door and look
down h%o tie chute. H ice is
bl=ting tie chute, poke it @uugh
witi a wooden spon.
● Ice shonid not be dispensed
into thin gl~es, tie aim or
delieate C~Sti~y can crack
or chip from
the combined
pressnre ~f your hand pressing
them against
the cradle and ice
tiOPP~ng into the cantainer.
● To blP ka~ hits #five fFO~
being apmyed hymd tie m,
place glass close to ice cbute—
but not so close that it blwks
outcoming ice.
● Ice shdd b~ dispersed before
~flMng -s tith SO* ar other
beverage dxes. fiis will prevent
spbting which is annoying md
which, if the splash reaches the ice
and water selector switch, could
cause it to stick or bind.
● Bevernges and foods shodd
not be quick-chilled in the ice
storage
bti. Cms, bottles or food
packages in the storage bin may
cause
the icem~er to malfunction.
o Ice other than that produced
by your icemaker should not be
added to the ice storage bin—
it may not cmsh or dispense
well.
6

Before Using Your Icemaker and Dispenser
Ice access door
Icemaker
If you use your refrigerator before the water
connection is made, raise the ice access door and
make sure the icemaker feeler arm is in the STOP (up)
position as shown below.
Feeler arm
in STOP (up)
position
When water supply has been connected to icemaker,
move feeler arm to ON (down) position.
Feeler arm
in ON (down)
position
Depress water dispenser cradle for about two minutes
to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill
water reservoir automatically.
Ice cube mold automatically fills with water after
cooling to freezing temperatures. First cubes normally
freeze after several hours.
NOTE: With a newly-installed refrigerator, allow
about 24 hours for the freezer compartment to cool
down to
tie proper ice-making temperature.
Once Your Icemaker and Dispemer Are in Operation
Throw away the first few batches of ice cubes
(16 or 24 cubes). This will flush away any impurities
caution:
in the water line. Do the same thing after vacations or
Under certain rme circumstances, ice cubes may
extended periods when ice isn’t used.
be discolored, usuaJly ~p-g witi a green-
Discard
the first six glassfuls of water in the bluish
color. The cause ofdds musuaJ
kitchen sink. This will eliminate the slight “plastic”
discoloratiort is appm~tiy due go a combtiation
taste temporarily imparted to the water by the water of
factors such as wtin aharaeteristics of loeaJ
reservoir. waters,
h~usehold plumbing @d tie
Keep ice leveJ to keep icemaker productive. Cubes
accumulation of copper salts in,m inactive water
supply Iin& which finds the icemker. Continued
ejected into an empty storage bin will pile up close to consumption of such di*oJored
i= cubes may be
the icemaker and push the feeler arm up to the STOP injurious
to hed~. If such discoloration is
position prematurely when the bin is only partially observed, discard the
i~ cubes md contact your
full. Open the ice access door, reach in, level the cubes
GE Factory Serviw Center or an authorized
by hand and icemaking will resume. Keeping cubes Customer
Care$ Servicer.
distributed evenly
will allow the icemaker to produce
enough ice to fill the bin to its maximum capacity. (continued next page)
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7

ICE & WATER DISPENSER
(continued)
To Dispense Ice and Water
For ice, set selector switch to
CUBED or CRUSHED. For water,
simply position glass beneath the
word “WATER.”
Grip glass or other container
gently near the rim and press rim
firmly against ice or water
dispenser cradle.
When Dispensing Ice...
Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
though you selected CUBED. This happens
occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get
channeled to the crusher.
Sometimes a mound of snow will form on the
door in the ice chute. This condition is normal, and
usually occurs when you have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly. The snow will eventually evaporate.
When Dispensing Water...
The water system provides approximately six
successive 6-ounce
glassfuleafter which several
hours must be allowed for replenished water reservoir
supply to cool. You probably will not drain
dl the
chilled water from the reservoir on a single occasion. “
The first glass of water dispensed maybe warmer
than the following ones. This is normal.
Dispensed water is cool, not iced. For colder
water, simply add crushed ice or cubes before
dispensing water.
To Stop Dispensing
Release pressure from cradle and withdraw slowly
to catch last bits of ice or drops of water.
Some slight dripping may occur following dispensing
of crushed ice or water. If excessive, the spill should
be wiped dry immediately.
Do not pour water in spill shelf because it is not
self-draining-pour it in the titchen
sifi. The shelf
and its grille should be cleaned regularly according to
the Care and Cleaning section.
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If Ice Clumps Form in Storage Bin...
The icemaker ejects cubes in groups of eight, and it
If this happens:
is normal for several cubes to be joined together.
However, infrequent usage of ice can cause ice ● Remove storage bin from freezer compartment.
clumps to form in the storage bin, resulting in ● Break up ice clumps with fingertip pressure and
temporary malfunction of the dispenser mechanism. discard remaining cubes melt and fuse together.
● Replace bin before remaining cubes melt and
fuse together.
To Remove Ice Cube Storage Bin
Lift the left corner to free the bin from the shelf,
and pull the bin straight out while supporting it at
front and back.
To Replace Ice Cube Storage Bin
Slide the bin back until the tab
Rotate
If bin does not go all the way
on the bin locks into the slot in back, remove it and rotate the
the shelf.
drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then
push bin back again until the tab
on the bin locks into the slot in
the shelf.
Drive me
If Ice Is Not Used Frequently . . .
“Old” ice cubes will become cloudy and taste stale. Empty ice storage bin
periodically and wash it in lukewarm water. Be sure to allow storage bin to
cool before replacing
it+therwise ice cubes will stick to the metal auger.
(continued next page)
9

ICE & WATER DISPENSER
(continued)
Move Icemaker Feeler Arm to STOP (up) Position When...
● Home water supply is to be turned off for several hours.
c Ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time.
● Going away on vacation, at which time you should also turn off the valve
in the water supply line to your refrigerator.
If This Is Your First Icemaker...
You’ll hear occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar. These are normal
icemaking sounds and are not cause for concern.
Water Filter Accessory
The pefiect companion to your automatic
icemaker—a water filter.
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.
Its activated charcoal removes musty, stale odors and
unpleasant medicinal, metallic tastes. A porous fiber
cartridge catches dirt, rust particles, sand and silt
while special crystals reduce deposits of hard scale.
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.
10

FOOD STOMGE SUGGESTIONS
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Suggested storage times for meat and poultry*
Eating quali~
DAYS IN MONTHS IN
drops after REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
tima shown
AT 35° to 40°F. AT O°F.
Fresh Meats
Roasts (Beef & Lamb) .......3 to 5
6 to 12
Roasts (Pork & Veal) .........3 to 5 4 to 8
Steaks(Beef)..................... . 3 to 5
6 to 12
Chops (Lamb) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 to 5
6 to 9
Chops (Pork) ....,,.,,,,., . . . . . . . . . 3to 5
3 to 4
Ground & Stew Meats . . . . . . . . 1 to 2
3 to 4
Varie~ Meats. . . . .... . . . . 1to2 3 to 4
Sausage (Pork) ..................1 to 2
1 to 2
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Processed Meats
Bacon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Frankfurters . . . . . . . . . . 7
Eating quality
DAYS IN MONTHS IN
drops after
REFRIGERATORFREEZER
time shown AT 35° tO 40”F. AT O°F.
Cooked Meats
Cooked Meats and
Meat Dishes ..................,3 to 4
2 to 3
Gra~ & Meat Broth ...,,,,.,,,1 to 2
2 to 3
Fresh Poultry
Chicken & Turkey (Whole) 1 to 2
12
Chicken (Pieces) ................1 to 2
Turkey (Pieces) ..................1 to 2
;
Duckk’Goose’(Whole) ,,,,,,1 to 2
6
Giblets
. . . . . . . . 1 to 2 3
Cooked Poultry
Ham (Whole) 7
1 to 2 Pieces (Covered with
Broth)l to2
6
Ham (Half) . . . . . . . . . . . 3 to 5
1 to 2
Pieces (Not Covered) .........3 to 4
1
Ham(Slices)...,,,,,,...,............,3
1 to 2
Cooked Poultry Dishes . . . . . . . 3 to 4
4 to 6
Luncheon Meats .......,,,,,,,,,3 to 5
Freezing
Fried Chicken 3 to 4
4
Sausage (Smoked) ...............,7 not
recom-
Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry) 14 to 21
mended.
(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. Depatiment of Agriculture
Meats, fish and poultry purchased
from the store vary in quality and
age; consequently, safe storage time
in your refrigerator will vary.
Unfrozen mea~, fish Cheese
Ice Cream
and poultry
Wra~ well with wax DaDer or
Fine-quality ice cream, with high
● Rewrap in fofl, fti or wax paper
● Carefully wrap to expel air and
and refrigerate immediately.
help prevent mold.
● Store prepackaged cheese in its
Vegetables
own wrapping if you wish.
● Always remove store wrappings. du~inum
foil, or pu{ i; a plastic bag.
cream-content, will normally -
require slightly lower temperatures
than more “airy” already-packaged
brands with low cream content.
● Use the vegetible drawers—
they’ve 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.
New techniques are constantly
being developed. Consult the Coun~
Extension Service or your local Utility
Company for the latest information on
freezing and storing foods.
● 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.
Tips on freezing foods
There are three essential requirements for efficient 3. Proper packaging. Use food wraps designed
home freezing. especially for freezing.
1. Initial quality. Freeze only top-quality foods. To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap well in
Freezing retains quality and flavor; it cannot freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping
improve quality.
material), forming it carefully to the shape of the
2. Speed. The quicker fruits and vegetables are contents. This expels air. Fold and crimp ends of the
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frozen after picking, the better the frozen product package to provide a good, lasting seal.
will be. You’ll save time, too, with less culling and Don’t refreeze meat that has been completely thawed;
sorting to do.
meat, whether raw or cooked, can be frozen
successfully only once.
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GENERAL ELECTWC FOOD-SAVER SYSTEM
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Moist ‘n Fresh drawer—
close tightly
Convertible Meat Keeper
Moist ‘n Fresh Drawer Convertible Meat Keeper
The top drawer is designed to keep unwrapped The Convertible Meat Pan drawer has its own cold
foods fresh by retaining the natural moisture content air duct to allow a stream of cold air from the freezer
of foods such as:
compartment to flow around the drawer.
● Artichokes ● Cherries ● Peas, green The variable temperature control regulates the
● Asparagus ● Corn
● Plums
● Beets, to~Ded ● Currants
● Radishes
● Blueberries ● Greens, leafy ● Rhubarb
● Carrots ● Lettuce ● Spinach
● Celery ● Parsley ● Tomatoes, ripe
As in any refrigerated storage area, it is
recommended that odorous foods be stored
wrapped—foods such as:
● Broccoli ● Cabbage ● Parsnips
● Brussels sprouts ● Cauliflower ● Turnips
● Green onion
Storage time will depend upon the type of food and its
condition when placed in the drawer.
air flow from the
Freezer compartmen~
Set control lever to
MEAT—the coldest
setting—to store fresh
meats. If lever is left in
meat position for a long
period of time, some frost
may form on the inside of
the drawer.
Set control lever to VEG
to convert the drawer to
normal refrigerator
Excess water which may accumulate in the bottom of temperature>nd provide extra vegetable storage
the Moist ‘n Fresh drawer should be poured out and space. Cold air duct is turned off.
the drawer wiped dry.
Variable settings between these extremes can
The Moist ‘n Fresh drawer is partially sealed by
be selected.
gaskets attached to the cover at the front and back
edges. Always push the drawer
all the way in.
Sealed Snack Pack
The Sealed Snack Pack—and shelf to which it is
attached—can be relocated within the Fresh Food
compartment. The
sealed drawer retains sufficient
humidity for convenient storage of meats and cheese,
bacon, hors d’oeuvres, spreads and snacks.

Quick Space Shelf
This shelf splits in half and slides under itself for
storage of tall items on the shelf below.
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Slide-Out Spillproof Shelves
The slide-out shelf allows you to reach items stored
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behind others. The special edges are designed to help
prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves. Make
sure you push them all the way back in before you
close the door.
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Freezer Basketi
Wire slide-out freezer baskets can be pulled out for easy access to
frozen foods.
How to Rearrange Your Shelves
The shelves in the fresh food compartment are
adjustable, enabling you to make efficient shelf
arrangements to fit your family’s food storage needs.
To remove shelves:
Tilt the shelf up at front,
❑ B
then lift it up and out of Engage
the tracks on the rear top lug
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wall of the refrigerator.
To relocate shelves:
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Select desired shelf Lower to lock
into place
height. With shelf front
raised slightly, engage
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4“
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the top lugs in the tracks at the rear of the
cabinet. Then lower the front of the shelf until it
locks into position.
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S~L~S
(continued)
Porta-Bins on Fresh Food Compartment Door
Adjustable Porta-Bins can easily be carried from the
refrigerator to your work area.
Snuggers (on some models) hold smaller items
securely in the bin to help prevent tipping, spilling
and sliding.
All except the top Porta-Bin in the Refreshment
Center Compartment can be relocated on the fresh
food compartment door.
me top bin is removable, but
must be returned to its original position on the door.
To remove: Lift Porta-Bin straight up until mounting
hooks disengage.
To replace or relocate: Select desired shelf height,
engage
Porta-Bin’s hook in slots on the tracks of the
door, and push in. Porta-Bin will lock in place.
Deep Door Shelves in Freezer Compartment
Detachable shelf extenders deepen and enclose
fixed door shelves, providing more storage room and
greater storage flexibility.
To remove: Lift the shelf extender straight up until
the mounting hooks come out of the slots in the door.
To replace: Lineup the hooks with the slots in the
door and push in and down.
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Cleaning—Oubide
Refreshment center compartment door—outside.
It’s important that you use only
Windex brand
window cleaner or a damp cloth to clean the glass and
trim. Other glass cleaners may damage the trim.
Avoid using wax on the refreshment center door.
The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be
wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting. Water left
on the shelf may leave deposits that you can remove
by soaking in undiluted vinegar. You can also use a
paste of non-precipitating water softener (such as
Calgon brand) and water, or one teaspoon of citric
acid powder per pint of hot tap water. Soak until the
deposit disappears or becomes loose enough to rinse
away. Usually 30 minutes soaking time is adequate.
Avoid using wax on the spill shelf and trim.
The door handles and trim can be cleaned with a
cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid
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 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.
Protect the paint finish. The outside of the
refrigerator has a high quality, baked-on paint finish.
With proper care, it will stay new-looking and
rust-
free for years. Apply kitchetiappliance wax when the
refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year.
Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No.
WR92X0216) is available from GE Service and
Parts Centers.
Cleaning—Inside
Refreshment center compartment door—inside.
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Wipe up spills right away. Use one tablespoon of
baking soda in one quart of water to clean the inside
door surface, refreshment center bin and inside access
door. Rinse, wipe dry.
Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments
should be cleaned at
lea: t 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 odor. Rinse thoroughly
with water and wipe dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator—including
door gaskets, meat and vegetable drawers, ice
storage bin 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. If the freezer baskets don’t
slide freely after cleaning, lubricate them with
petroleum jelly. Do not use cleansing powders or
other abrasive cleaners.
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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 plastic parts from your
refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher.
Drain opening in freezer compartment. During
yearly cleaning, remove bottom freezer basket and
flush a solution of baking soda—one teaspoon and
two cups 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-and water
solution to force the
clog through the
drain line.
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CAm Am CLEAN~G
(continued)
Condenser
The condenser is located behind the base grille.
For most efficient operation, you need to keep the
condenser clean. Remove the base grille and either
sweep away or vacuum up dust that is readily accessible.
For best results, use a brush specially designed for
this purpose. It is available at most appliance parts
stores. This easy cleaning operation should be done at
least once a year.
Drawer and Cover Removal
Drawers will stop before coming
all the way out of refrigerator to
help prevent contents from spilling
onto floor. Drawers can easily be
removed by tilting up slightly and
pulling past “stop” location.
To remove drawers when the
fresh food compartment door
cannot be opened fully:
1. Remove food from the shelf
above the Moist ‘n Fresh drawer
and take out the shelf. Take food
off of the glass cover and out of
the drawer.
2. Remove the flexible gasket
at the rear of the Moist ‘n Fresh
drawer. Lift each end straight up
until the slots on the gasket are
free of the drawer support tabs.
3. Pull the drawer partway out,
Reach in, push the rear of the
glass up and, at the same time,
push it back until it clears the front
corner retainers.
4. Tilt and remove the cover.
8. Tilt and remove the drawer.
5. Pull the drawer forward, lift
the front to clear stops, and remove
the drawer. If the refrigerator door
doesn’t open completely, pull the
drawer out until it hits the door.
Then lift the drawer up until it is
higher than than the drawer
supports, tilt it and take it out.
6. If tape holds Convertible Meat
Pan cover to drawer supports,
remove the tape. Pull drawer
partway out. Reach in, push the
rear of the glass up and, at the
same time, back, until it clears
front-comer retainers.
7. Tilt and remove the cover.
After cleaning, replace in
reverse order.
9. Reinstall the gasket at the
rear of the vegetable drawer.
Fit the end of the plastic drawer
support into the slot on the gasket,
with the rubber gasket flap facing
you. Make sure the gasket snaps
into place.
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Light Bulb Replacement
Fresh Food Compartment-Upper Light
1. Unplug refrigerator.
2. Pull off temperature control knobs.
3. Pull the bottom of the light shield down and forward,
then rotate the top up and off.
After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall light shield.
Fresh Food Compartment-Lower Light
This light is located behind a shield at the rear
of the fresh food compartment
1. Grasp the top edge of the shield and lift it up
and forward to free its top edge.
2. After replacing with the same size bulb, hook
the top of the shield back in place.
Freezer Compartment
1. Unplug refrigerator.
2. Remove shelf just
below light shield. (Shelf
will be easier to remove if
it is emptied first.)
3. Pull plastic light shield
toward you. (It will bend
to free tabs from grooves.)
4. After replacing with
same size bulb, reinstall
shield and shelf and plug
refrigerator back in.
Refreshment Center
1. Unplug refrigerator.
2. O~en fresh food compartment door, remove top
Port~-Bin and raise Ref~eshment Center inner do~r.
3. Press sides of flexible light shield to release locking
tabs and allow the shield to swing down.
4. Unscrew burned-out bulb and replace it with
night-
light bulb of same wattage.
5. Place rear tab of light shield into door and rotate
shield up until tabs lock into slots above.
6. Plug refrigerator back in.
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. 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.
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Refrigerator Location Clearances
Do not install refrigerator where temperature will Allow the following clearances for ease of
go below
60°F. because it will not run often enough instillation, proper air circulation and plumbing
to maintain proper temperatures. and electrical connections:
Do install it on a floor strong enough to support it
Sides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...5/8”
fullv loaded.
TOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......0”
“
Also see Energy-Saving Tips.
(~%uilt in, allow 7/8’’ for hinge covers.)
Back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1“
Allow following door clearances:
Refreshment Center Side ..............374’
Freezer Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1%”
Rollers~eveling Legs
Adjustable roller behind the base grille enable you to
move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.
These rollers should be set so the refrigerator rests
firmly on the floor. To assure that the doors will close
automatically from a halfway-open position, there is a
built-in tilt from the front to the back of the cabinet.
Side-by-side refrigerators dso have specially designed
door hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened,
allowing the force of gravity to help close them securely.
To adjust rollers,
remove the base grille by
grasping it at the bottom
and pulling it out.
~rn roller adjusting screws
clockwise to raise refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.
Use adjustable wrench (3/8” hex
head bolt) or pliers.
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When adjusting front rollers for
proper door closure, we recommend that the bottom
front edge of the cabinet be approximately 5/8” from
the floor.
To replace base grille,
align prongs on back
of grille with clamps in
cabinet and push forward
until the grille snaps
into place.
Water Supply to Icemaker (on some models)
Preparing to Move
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 you to move the
refrigerator out from the wall several feet (approximately
8 feet of 1/4” copper tubing in three 10” diameter coils).
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 the
outside of the refrigerator with a blanket.
Preparing for Vacation
For extended vacations or absences, remove food For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods
and
and shut off power to the refrigerator. Clean the interior leave controls at regular settings. However, if room
with baking soda solution of one tablespoon of soda to temperature is expected to drop below
60°F., follow
one quart of water. Wipe dry. To prevent odors, leave same instructions as for extended vacations. Move the
open box of soda in refrigerator. Leave doors open. icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (up) position and be
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sure to shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.

~STALLATION ~QUI~MENTS
IMPORTANT...Please Read Carefully
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How to connect electricity
For personal safety,
Have the wdl outlet and circuit
this appliance must be checked by a qualified electrician
properly grounded.
to make sure the outlet is 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
possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
PREFERRED
METHOD
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Fig. 1
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INSURE PROPER
GROUND EXISTS
BEFORE USE
If you have only a standard
two-prong wall outlet, it is your
personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with
a properly grounded three-prong
wall outlet.
DO NOT, ~ER W
C~CWTANCH, Cm
OR mom m mm
(GROUND~G] PRONG
FROM
~ POWR 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,
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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
TEMPORARY METHOD
ADAPTER PLUGS NOT
PERMIHED IN CANAOA
ALIGN URGE
PRONGWSLOTS
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V:;Z,:,ND
Fig. 2 BEFORE USE
(Fig. 2), available at mos~ local The larger slot in the adapter
hardware stores. must be
aligned with the larger slot
in the wdl 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.
Electrical Requirement
The refrigerator should always be plugged into iti
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
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fire hazard from overheated wires.
Use of Extension Cords
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of
an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an
extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a
UL-listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension
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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QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
REFRIGERATOR
DOES NOT OPERA~
MOTOR OPEW~
FOR LONG PERIODS
MOTOR STARTS &
STOPS FREQUENTLY
VIBW~ON OR
RA~~G
HOT AIR FROM
BOTTOM OF
RE~GERATOR
DOOR NOT CLOS~G
PROPEWY
OPERA~G SOUNDS
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● May be in defrost cycle when motor does not o~rate for ab~~~,?~ ‘,’:
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w Temperature control in OFF posiEion.
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● If intefior light is noE on, leffigeratOr may nOt k plUggd i~ at ~~ ~~~:,, ,:, ,’.,
* If plug is sewre and
the refrigerator still fails to opemte, ~lug a kp’o~,? w“,
appliance into the same oUtleE to demrmine if there is a trim
burned out &se. ,,
* Modern refrigerators with more sEorage space aad a lmg~r f~nr
;~’
require more operating Eime,
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* Normal when refrigerator is fwst delivered to your home—usu~l~y ~~ks’” “
24 hours to completely cool
down.
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● Large amounEs of food placed in refrigerator Eo be woled or fromn. ‘‘‘“ ‘”
* Hot weather-frequent door openings.
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*Door left open.
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● Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for u% of~ ::’””-
“Temperature Controls’
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● Grille and condenser need clembg. Refer to the Care Wd Cl+ @ti6M~ ~ ,::
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● Check Energy-Saving Tips.
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G Temperature conErol sEarts and stops motor to mtintdn’even%em~mw~~; “
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● If refrigerator vibrates, more thm Wely it is not resti~g mlidy ‘oh ke~$k’; ~~,
and front roller screws or front leveling legs need adjustig #r flmris wq~ ~;
uneven. Refer to the Rollers swtion.
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● Ydishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. SEght vibration is no-, . “: “
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● Normal airflow coo~ng motor. In the refrig~ration process, it i? “,,’
heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some finorcovedng$. wilj’ : ‘‘
discolor at these normal and stie operatig Eemperature$. “
supplier should be consulted if you object to this discoloration.
● Door g~ket on hinge side sticking or folding over. TO ~Ome~t~ put ~’$~- ~,
amount of petroleum jelly on face of gasket.
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● The high speed compressor motor required to mainti near wru
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temperatures in the large freezer compartment may produce higher
than your old refrigerator.
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s Nom~ fa air flow+ne fan blows cold air through fie refrigerator Wd’- .‘ -’ ‘,:
freezer compartments, another fan COO!S the com~essurmotor. . :
● These NORMAL sounds wifl dso be heard from time to time:
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● Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost.
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● Defrost water dripping.
● Temperature control clicks ON or OFF.
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c Refrigerant boiling or gurgling.
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● Cracking or popping of coohg coils cau~ by expmsiQn ~d ~,
during defrost and refrigeration following defrost.
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● Witi automatic icem~er, tie sound of CUkS ~H ~’ ~
running in pipes as icemaker refills. .,
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