GE TOP-FREEZER 16 Operating instructions
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Refrigerators
Top-Freezer
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Safety Instructions..........2–4
Operating Instructions
TemperatureControls..............5
Shelves.........................5,6
Storage Drawers ................6,7
Automatic Icemaker................7
Care and Cleaning .................8
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
theRefrigerator....................9
WaterLineInstallation ........10–12
Reversing the Door Swing .....13–16
Troubleshooting Tips
Normal Operating Sounds ........17
Before You Call For Service ......18, 19
Consumer Support
Refrigerator Warranty .......... 23
Consumer Support ...... Back Cover
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the upper left side of the fresh food
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Models 16, 17, 18
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
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DESECHE EL REFRIGERADOR CORRECTAMENTE
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la eliminación del producto de acuerdo con la ley
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disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration
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or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. They
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vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
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icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is
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completely.
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del congelador con las manos húmedas o
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los espacios entre las puertas y entre las puertas y
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cuidado al cerrar las puertas cuando haya niños en el
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individual electrical outlet which has a voltage, wattage and
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eléctricos que se hayan desgastado o dañado. No use
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About the fresh food compartment shelves.
About the temperature control dial. GEAppliances.com
Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.
Full-Width Shelves
Some models have a stationary tempered
glass shelf, a spillproof shelf, or two steel
wire stationary shelves. These shelves can
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compartment.
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out of the refrigerator and will not tilt when
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support and out of the track.
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lug into the track, then lower the shelf onto the
support.
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shelf to the left is designed
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The temperature control dial adjust refrigerator from warmest to coldest.
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Slide the control all the way to the
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Fruit and Vegetable Drawers
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and the drawers wiped dry.
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1Lift left side of shelf slightly.
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right and take it out.
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easily. Hold tray upside-down over a
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Not all features are on all models.
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1Remove the drawers.
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the sides and lifting up slightly while pulling
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pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.
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on the freezer compartment temperature, room
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use conditions.
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connection is made to the icemaker, set the switch
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to the water supply, set the switch to the ON
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the icemaker will stop producing ice.
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
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cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth.
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shape.
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may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves carefully.
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codes and ordinances.
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connected to a cold water line. A water supply kit
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water damage.
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supply line to the refrigerator.
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the wall after installation.
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supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen
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line near the refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect™
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Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
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them in the wrong places.
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door-swing reversal is completed.
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and reverse all references to left and right.
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Phillips screwdriver
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aside, along with its screws.
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hinge removal.
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Top Hinge
1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
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compartment.
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do so could damage the door stop.
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Installation Instructions
3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape.
REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR
3
3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching surface.
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5/16”open-end wrench, remove the two screws
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center hinge to free its pin from the socket in the
top of the door, and set hinge and screws aside.
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washer.
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it in the outermost screw hole on the opposite side.
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removal.
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opposite side.
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the right side to the left side.
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Installation Instructions
REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES
5
5.1.2 Remove the handle.
Top
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for installing the hinge depends on which side you
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the edge of the case for correct installation.
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the left. Installing the hinge on
the right.
Plug
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5.3 Reinstall the fresh food door handle
5.3.1 Attach the handle to the right side of the
door with screws at the top
and under the handle plug.
5.3.2 Reinstall the handle plug.
REVERSING THE HARDWARE
(CONT.)
4
5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle
5.1.1 Remove the handle plug using a tape-tipped
putty knife under the edge, and remove the
screw underneath. Remove the two screws
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left side of the door and insert it into the hole on the
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hinge.
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transfer it to the opposite side.
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REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.)
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Plastic Door Stop
Left Side
Right Side
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5.4.1 Remove the screw
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5.4.2 Remove the handle.
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TOP
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Top
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6.1.2 Insert the pin on the center hinge into the socket in the
top of the door. Place the spacer, then the washer, on
the hinge pin.
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mounted on the left side.
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and Spacer
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onto the center hinge
pin. Be sure the
washer and spacer
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RE-HANGING THE DOORS (CONT.)
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Center Hinge Pin
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screws securely.
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right top edge of the door
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screw hole on the left side.
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section 5.2.
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right edge of the door with
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hinge pin. Be sure the washer is in place on
the pin.
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across the front. Tighten the top hinge screws. Do not
overtighten these screws–tighten them until they are
just snug, then turn them another one-half turn.
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compressor may run
faster and longer than
your old refrigerator and
you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound
while it is operating.
You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
Normal operating sounds. GEAppliances.com
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and use newer technology.
You may hear the fans spinning at high
speeds.
This happens when the refrigerator is
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opened frequently or when
a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator or
freezer compartments. The fans are helping to maintain
the correct temperatures.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKS and CHIRPS
You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the
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cools to the correct temperature.
The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when
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defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
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WATER SOUNDS
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A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice
melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.
Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure
equalization.
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
For additional information on normal
icemaker operating sounds, see the
About the automatic icemaker section.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator does not
operate Refrigerator in defrost cycle. :DLWDERXWPLQXWHVIRUGHIURVWF\FOHWRHQG
Temperature control dial in OFF
position. Move the temperature control dial to a temperature setting.
Refrigerator is unplugged. Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
tripped.
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Vibration or rattling (slight
vibration is normal) Roller screws or leveling legs need
adjusting. See Rollers and Leveling Legs.
Fresh food or freezer
compartment too warm Temperature control dial not set cold
enough. See About the temperature control dial.
Warm weather or frequent door
openings. Set the temperature control dial one step colder. See About
the temperature control dial.
Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
Package blocking air duct in freezer
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compartment.
Motor operates for
long periods or cycles
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(Modern refrigerators
with more storage space
and a larger space and
a larger freezer require
more operating time.
They start and stop
often to maintain even
temperatures.)
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plugged in. Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down.
Often occurs when large amounts of
food are placed in refrigerator. This is normal.
Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
Hot weather or frequent door
openings. This is normal.
Temperature control dial set at the
coldest setting. See About the temperature control dial.
Grille and condenser need cleaning. See Care and cleaning.
Frost or ice crystals on
frozen food (frost within
package is normal)
Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
Too frequent or too long door
openings.
Automatic icemaker does
not work (on some models) Icemaker is not on. Move the feeler arm to the ONGRZQSRVLWLRQRUPRYHWKH
power switch to the ON position
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connected. See Installing the water line.
Freezer compartment too warm. Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down.
Piled up cubes in the storage bin
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Frequent “buzzing” sound
supply to the refrigerator
has not been connected
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the power switch to the OFF position, Keeping it on will
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refrigerator to water line may be
clogged.
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Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
Temperature control dial not set cold
enough. See About the temperature control dial.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Ice cubes have odor/taste Ice storage bin needs cleaning. (PSW\DQGZDVKELQ'LVFDUGROGFXEHV
Food transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes. Wrap foods well.
Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning See Care and cleaning.
Moisture forms on cabinet
surface between the doors Not unusual during periods of high
humidity. Wipe surface dry and reset temperature control
dial one setting colder.
Moisture collects inside (in
humid weather, air carries
moisture into refrigerator
when doors reopened)
Too frequent or too long door openings.
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Interior needs cleaning. See Care and cleaning.
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