GE TURBOCOOL 23 Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker ........... 11
Care and Cleaning .......... 13, 14
Crispers and Pans ............. 10
Ice and Water Dispenser ..... 12, 13
Refiigerator Doors ............. 9
Replacing the i,ight Bulbs ....... 15
Shelves and Bins ............. 7, 8
Temperature Controls ........... 5
TurboCool F'' . .................. 5
Water Filter ................... 6
Installation Instructions
Installing the Refrigerator .... 21-24
Moving the Refrigerator ..... 17-20
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator ............... 16
Water Line Installation ...... 25-27
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 28-31
Normal Operating Sounds ...... 28
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..... Back (]over
Performance Data Sheet ........ 34
Product Registration ........ 37, 38
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate ..... 35
Warranty (Canadian) ........... 32
Warranty (U.S.) ............... 33
Mode/s 23, 25 and 27
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Refrigeradores
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Writethemodelandserial numbershere:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the
top on the right side. 200D2600P029 49-60298 10-03JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
a, WARNING'!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
This refl-igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
Do not allow children m climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the refrigerami: They could
dmnage the refrigerator and seriously injure
themseNes.
{{_iDo not touch tile cold surfaces in tile fleezer
compamnent when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
{{_iDo not store or use gasoline or other fl_umnable
vapors and liquids in tile vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
In refl_igeramrs wifll automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with tile moving parts of tile
ejector mechanism, or with tile heating element
located on the bottom of the icemake_. Do
not place fingers or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism while tile refligeramr
is plugged in.
Keep fingers out of tile "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doors and between
tile dooIs and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careflfl closing doors when children are
in the area.
Unplug die refligemtor before cleaning and
making repaiI_.
NOTE:Westrong/}/recommendthatan}/servicingbe
performedbyaquafifiedindividual
{{_iSetdng either or both controls to 0(Off}does not
remove power to tile light circuit.
{{_iDo not refleeze flozen foods which have
thawed completel):
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DANGER! RISK OFCHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrapment and suffbcadon aIe not pIoblems
of tile past. Junked or abandoned IefligeIamI_ aIe
still dangeious...even if they will sit foi "just a few
days." If you are getting _-id ofyoui old refl-igerami;
please follow tile instmcOons below m help pievent
accidents.
Before You ThrowAway Your Old Refrigerator
or Freezer:
_,_ke offthe doois.
I,eave tile shelves in place so that chikhen may
not easily climb inside.
Refrigerants
All refligmafion pIoducts contain refligerants,
which undei fedeIal law must be iemoved p_ior
to p_oduct disposal. If you are getting iid of an
old _eflige_adon p_oduct, check with tile
company handling the disposal about what
to do.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.
However, ifyou must use an extension coid, it is absolutely necessa D, that it be a UIAisted (in tile United
States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), _wire giounding type appliance extension cord having a gIounding
type plug and outlet and that tile electrical _v_tingof tile coid be 115ampe_es (minimum) and 120 volts.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
a, 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 power cord of fllis appliance is equipped with
a ,%prong (grounding) plug which mates with
a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibilit T of elecuJc shock hazard
flom this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
If die oudet is a standard 2-prong oudet, it is
your personal responsibilit T and obligation m
have it replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong wall oudet.
The refligerator should ahvays be plugged into its
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 fire hazard flom overheated wires.
Never unplug your refligerator by pulling on
the power cord. Ahvays grip plug firefly and pull
straight out flom the outlet.
Repair or replace immediamly all power cords that
have become flayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion d_unage
along its length or at either end.
x_qlen moving the refligerator away flom the
wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(A_pterp/u_notper_i_e_inC_n_)
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
Howevex; if you must use an adapmx; where local
codes pemlit, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UIAisted adapter available at most local
hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with
the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper
poladty in the connection of the power cord.
When disconnecting die power cord flom die
adaptex, ahvays hold the adapter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the
other hand. If this is not done, the adaptor ground
mrminal is vexT likely m break with repeamd use.
If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DONOT
USEthe refrigerator undl a proper ground has
been established.
Attachingtheadaptergreundterminaltoa walloutlet
coverscrewdoesnotgroundtheapplianceunlessthe
coverscrewismetal,andnotinsulated,andthewall
outlet isgroundedthroughthehousewiring.Youshould
havethecircuitcheckedbya qualifiedelectricianto
makesuretheoutlet isproperlygrounded.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, www.GEAppliances.com
FREEZER FRESHFOOD
9 IS COLDEST
0IS OFF
.......ill
Initially,set therefrigerator control at5andthe freezercontrol at 5and allow 12-24
hoursfor the temperaturetostabilize.
Severaladjustmentsmay berequired.Adjust the controlsoneincrementata time,and
allow 12hoursafter eachadjustmentfortherefrigerator to reachthe temperatureyou
haveset.
Settingthe controlsto0stopscoolingin boththerefrigeratorandfreezer compartments
butdoesnot shut off electricalpower to therefrigerator.Onsomemodels,onlythe
refrigerator control hasa 0 setting.
Touchpadcontrols
•Settingeithercontrol at0will automaticallyset theother control atO.Thezeroswill
blinkuntilyouset thecontrols.
•If bothcontrols areset at0 and eitherCOLDERpad ispressed,the controlswill
automaticallyresetto 5.
Controlsettings will varybasedonpersonalpreferences,usageandoperating
conditionsandmayrequiremorethanoneadjustment.
NOTE."Onsomemodels,therefrigeratorisshippedwithprotectivefilmcoveringthetemperature
controls.If thisfilmwasnotremovedduringinstallation,removeit now.
About TurboCooEM(onsome models)
TurboCool
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How it Works
TurboCoolrapidly cools file refligermor
compamnent in order m more quickly
cool foods. Use rurboCoolwhenadding a
laxge amount of food to the refrigerator
compartment, put0ng away foods after they
have been sitting out at room temperature
or when putting awaywam:t leftovers. It can
also be used if the refrigerator has been
without power for an exmnded period.
Once acOvamd, the compressor will mrn on
immediately and the fans will cycle on and
off at high speed as needed for eight horns.
The compressor will conOnue m run un01
the refligeramr compartment cools m
approximately 34°F (1°C), then it will cycle
on and off to maintain this set0ng. After 8
hours, or if rurboCoolis pressed again, the
refligeramr compartment will return m
the original set0ng.
HowtoUse
Press TurboCool.The TurboCool
indicator light will come on; however;
the refligerator temperature display
will still show the current set0ng.
After TurboCoolis complete, the TurboCool
indicator light will go out.
NOTES: The refligeramr mmperamre
cmmot be changed dining
TurboCooL
The fieezer temperature is not
affbcmd dining TurboCool.
When opening the refrigerator
door during TurboCootthe f.ns
will conOnue mrun if they have
cycled on.
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Aboutthe water filter (onsome models).
On some models
Water Filter Cartridge
Place the top of the cartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to the right.
The water filter cartridge is located in the
back upper right corner of the refligerator
compartment.
When to Replace the Filter
There is a replacement indicator light for
the water filmr camidge on the dispenseL
This light will unn orange to tell you that
you need m replace the filmr soon.
The filter cartridge should be replaced
when file replacement indicator light turns
red or if the flow ofwamr m the dispenser
or icemaker decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
0
0
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RESETWATERFILTER
HOLD3 SECS
If you are replacing die caruidge,
first remove the old one by slowly
turning it m the left. Donotpull down
on the cartridge. A smaU amount of
wamr m W drip down.
Fill die replacement carnidge widl
wamr flom die tap to aUow for better
flow flom the dispenser immediamly
after installaOon.
I,ining up die arrow on die caruidge
and the caruidge holdex, place die
mp of the new carnidge up inside
the holdeL DOnotpush it up into
the holdeL
Slowly mrn it m file fight until the filmr
caruidge stops. DONOTOVERTI6HTEN.
As you mrn the caruidge, it will
automaficaUy raise itself into position.
Cartridge will romm about 1/4 turn.
O Run water flom the dispenser for
3 minutes (about one and a half
gallons) to clear the system and
prevent sputtering.
Press and hold the RESETWATERFILTER
pad on the dispenser for 3 seconds.
NOTE:A newlyqnsmlled water filter
cartridge may cause water to spurt flom
the dispenseL
Filter Bypass Plug
You must use file filmr bypass plug
when a replacement filter cartridge is not
available. The dispenser and the icemaker
will not operam without the filmr or filmr
bypass plug.
Replacement Filters:
Toorderadditionalfiltercartridges
in theUnitedStates,visit ourWebsite,
www.GEAppliances.com,orcall GEParts
andAccessories,800.626.2002.
Suggested Retail $34.95 USD
Customers in Canada should consult die
yellow pages for the nearest Camco Se_'ice
CenmL
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Abouttheshelvesandbins. www.GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
lRefrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
Refrigerator bin
Freezer bin
t
LargeBins
The larger reflige_v_tor door bins and
fleezer flit-out door bins are adjustable.
Toremove:Lift the fiont of the bin straight
up, then lift up and out.
Thesnuggerhelps prevent dpping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shel£ Place a finger on either side of the
snugger near the rear and move it back
and forth to fit your needs.
Toreplace or mlocate: Engage the back side Donotblock
of the bin in the molded supports of the
dooL Then push down on the flont of the
bin. Bin will lock in place.
SmallBins
Toremove:I,iff the flont of the bin straight
up then out.
Toreplace: Position the bin above file
rectangular molded supports on file dooL
Then slide file bin down onto file support
to lock it in place.
CAUTION:On
modelswithanice
chuteinsidethetop
freezerdoorbin,be
carefulwhenp/acing
itemsin thebin.
Makesurethat
itemsdonotblock
orfallintotheice
chute.
Freezer tilt-out bin
Press tab andpull shelf
forward to remove
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you
m reach imms stored behind others. The
special edges are designed m help prevent
spills flom dripping to lower sheNes.
Toremove:
Slide the shelf out until it reaches the stop,
then press down on the tab and slide the
shelf suaight out.
Toreplaceorrelocate:
Line the shelf up with the supports and
slide it into place. The shelf can be
reposifioned when the door is at 90° or
more. To reposifion the shelf, slide the shelf
past the stops and angle downward. Slide
shelf down m the desired position, line up
with the supports and slide into place.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback
in beforeyoudosethedoor.
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Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Not all features are on all models.
OuickSpaceTM Shelf (onsomemodels)
This shelf splits in half and slides under
itself for storage of tall items on the shelf
below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced
or relocated just like Slide-.Out Spillproof
Shelves.
On some models, this shelf can not be used
in the lowest position.
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Freezer Baskets
Toremove, slide out to the stop position,
lift the flont past the stop position, and
slide out.
Makesureyoupushthebasketsall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor.
Slide-Out Freezer Shelves
Toremove, slide out to the stop position,
lift the flont past the stop position, and
slide out flom rib.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall the wayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor.
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Fixed Freezer Shelves
Toremove,lift the shelf up at the left side
and then bring the shelf out. NOTEFORDISPENSERMODELS'.In order m rake flfll advantage of the flit-out ice bin
(on some models), only store items on the
shelf below the ice bin that are no taller
than the lowest point on the bin.
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Abouttherefrigeratordoors. OEAppli..oosoom
Refrigerator Doors
The refligeramr doors may feel diffbrent
than the ones you are used m. The
special door opening/closing feanne
makes sure the dooi_ close all the way
and are securely sealed.
When opening and closing die door you
will notice a stop position. If file door is
opened past this Moppoint, the door will
remain open m aUowyou m load and
unload food more easily. When the door
is only partially open, it will automatically
close.
The resistance you feel at tile stop
posidon will be reduced as tile door
is loaded wkh food.
When the door is only partially open,
it will automatically close.
Beyond this step the door will
stay open.
7/16" SocketWrench
Toremovethe base I I
gril!elopenthedoors, _L
removethescrewat
eachendofthebase __
gril!eandthenpu!l Raise
thegrillestraightout,
Door Alignment
If doors are uneven, adjust tile
refrigerator dooL
Using a 7/16" socket wrench, turn
tlle door adjusting screw to the right
m raise the door; m the left, to lower
it. (A nylon plug, imbedded in the
dlreads of the pin, prevents the pin
flom mining unless a wrench is
used.)
O Afker one or two tmns of tile
wrench, open and close tlle
refrigerator door and check the
alignment at tile top of the doo_s.
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Aboutthe crispersandpans.
Not all features are on all models.
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Fruit and Vegetable Crispers
Excess water dmt may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawePs should be wiped dry:
HI _ LO Adjustable Humidity Crispers
Slide tile control all tile way to tile H/setfing
to provide high humidity recommended for
illost vegetables.
Slide the control all tile way to tile LO
setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for illost fluits.
Aboutcrisperremoval
Not all features are on all models.
__ Crisper Removal
Crispers can easily be removed by pulling
the drawer straight out and lifting the
drawer up and over tile stop location.
If die door prevents you flom taking out
the dmwexs, first ny m remove the door
bins. If this does not offer enough
clearance, the refligerator will need m
be rolled forward until the door opens
enough to slide the draweI_ out. In some
cases, when you roll the refligeramr out,
you will need m move the reflJgeramr
m the left or right as you roll it out.
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Abouttheautomaticicemaker, www.GEAppliances.com
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Automatic Icemaker
Power
switch Icemake[
Green!"
PowerLight _rArm
The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle--approximately 100-130 cubes
in a 24-hour period, depending on fleezer
compamnent temperature, room
mmperamre, number of door openings
and other use conditions.
See below for how to access ice and reach
the power switch on dispenser models.
If the refligerator is operated before the
water connection is made to the icemake_,
set the power switch in the 0 (off)position.
X_qlen the refligemtor has been connected
to the water supply, set the power switch to
the I (onJ position.
The icemaker will fill wifll water when it
cools m 15°F (-10°(;). A newly instaUed
reflJgemmr m W take 12 m 24 horns m beg*in
making ice cubes.
You will hear a buzzing sound each dine
the icemaker fills with wateL
Throw away the first few batches of ice to
allow the water line to cleaL
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep
of the feeler arm.
When file bin fills m file level of file feeler
am1, file icemaker will stop producing
ice. It is normal for several cubes m be
joined mgetheL
If ice is not used flequenfl}; old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stole and shrink.
NOTE:Inhomeswithlower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayheartheicemakercyclemultipb
timeswhenmakingonebatchofice.
Models without a shelf
above the ice bin
Toaccessiceandreachthe
icemakerpowerswitch:
oLift the bin, then pull it
forward until the bin stops,
Lower the bin to access ice
or reach the power switch.
NOTE:In order to take full advantage
of the tilt-out ice bin, only store items
on the shelf below the ice bin that
are no rafter than the Iowest point
on the bin.
Accessing Ice and Reaching the Models with a shelf
Power Switch on Dispenser Models abovetheice bin
Thereare two types of ice storage bins on .....
dispenser models. One has a shelf above I _ _
the bin, the other does not. Sh
Special note about dispenser models
without a shelf above the ice bin: [_
These models have a tilt-out ice bin.
The bin can be tilted out as shown in
the illustrations, and it will hold itself
up while you rake ice out or mrn the
icemaker power switch on and off: Toaccessice, pullthe binforward,
Be sure to put the bin back in place
before closing the dooL
{:i Tobucketrestorestage,Y°urtheiCefollowinglevelfromstepsan areempty r_....IShelf (-_-_
recommended: ...........................
O 12 houI_ after the first batch of ice
has fallen into the bin, dispense
3 to 4 cubes.
Aider an additional 6 horns, dispense
3 to 4 cubes again.
Toreach the power switch, pull the
shelf straight out. Always be sure to
replace the shelf.
These steps will restore your ice level
in the shortest amount of time.
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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser(onsome models).
SpillShelf
ToUse the Dispenser
Select CUBED ICE _, CRUSHEDICE
or WATER_.
Press the glass gently against the top of the
dispenser cradle.
The spill shelf is not self-draining. To
reduce water spotting, the shelf and its
grille should be cleaned regularly;
If no wateris dispensedwhentherefrigeratoris
first installed,theremaybe air in thewaterline
system.Pressthedispenserarmfor at least two
minutestoremovetrappedair from thewater
line andtofill the watersystem.Toflushout
impuritiesin thewaterline, throwawaythefirst
sixglassfulsof water.
CAUTION:Neverputfingersoranyother
objectsintotheicecrusherdischargeopening.
for 3 seconds.
Dispenser Light
LIGHT
This pad turns tile night
light in tile dispenser on
and off: Tile light also
comes oil when tile
dispenser cradle is
pressed. If this light
burns out, it should be
replaced with a6watt
12V maximum bulb.
Quick Ice (onsomemodels)
@ _qlen you need ice
in a huriT, press tiffs
pad m speed lap ice
production. This will
increase ice production
QUICK ICE for tile following
48 houps or until you
press tile pad again.
Door Alarm
DOORALARM
To set the alarli1,
press tiffs pad until tile
indicator light comes
on. This alarm will
sound if either door
is open for more than
3 minutes. Tile light
goes out and the
beeping stops when
you close tile dooL
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
Do not add ice from trays or bags to
tile storage draweL It may not crush or
dispense well.
Avoid overfilling glass Mill ice and use of
nanow glasses. Backed-up ice can jam file
chum or cause tile door in tile chum m
freeze slmt. If ice is blocking tile chum,
poke it through with a wooden spoon.
Beverages and foods should not be
quick-chilled in file ice storage draweL
Cans, bottles or food packages in the
storage drawer may cause tile icemaker
or attger to jam.
To keep dispensed ice flom missing
tile glass, put the ,glass close to, but not
touching, the dispenser opening.
Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
fllough you selected CUBEDICE.This
happens occasionally when a few cubes
accidentally get direcmd m the crusheL
AtYer crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip flom tile clmte.
Sometimes a small mound of snow will
form oil file door in file ice chute. This
condition is nomml and usually occm5
when ),oat have dispensed crushed ice
repeamdly: Tile snow will evenumlly
evapoIate.
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Models without a shelf
above the ice bin
Toremove:
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oLift the bin. then pull it
forward until the bin stops.
Removing and Replacing the Ice
Storage Bin on Dispenser Models
Thereare two types of ice storage bins on
dispenser models. One has a shelf above
tile bin, the other does not.
Ahvaysset tile icemaker power switch to tile
0 (off)position before removing tile ice bin.
Whenreplacingeithertype oficebin:
Ahvays be sure to press it fi_nly into place.
If it does not ,go aU the way back, remove it
and rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn.
Then push the bin back again.
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Lift andpull forward again
to remove the bin.
Models with a shelf
abovetheice bin
Toremove:
Pull the bin straight out, then
the stopposition.
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lift _ast
Careand cleaningoftherefrigerator.
Dispenserdr& area.
Cleaning the Outside
Thedispenserdriparea(on some models),
behead1 the g_ille, should be wiped (h): Water
left in dfis area may leave deposits. Remove
the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to
tile well. Soak until tile deposits disappear
or become loose enough to _inse away:
Thedispensercradle(on some models).
Before cleaning, lock file dispenser by
pressing and holding the LOCKCONTnOt
pad for 3 seconds. Clean with warn1
wamr and baking soda solution - about
a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda m
a quart (1 liter) ofwamL Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dxy.
The doorhandles and trim. Clean wkb
a cloth dampened with soap), wateL
Dry with a soft cloth.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe Mtb a clean
clod1 lighdy dampened Mill kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish detexgent.
Dxy and polish with a clean, soft cloth.
Donotwipetherefrigeratorwith a soileddish
clothor wet towel Thesemayleavea residue
thatcanerodethepaint.Donotusescouring
pads,powderedcleaners,bleachor cleaners
containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchandweakenthepaintfinish.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box of
baking soda in tile flesh food and fleezer
compartments.
Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.If rids
is not practical, wring excess moisture out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or conuols.
Use warm wamr and baking soda solution -
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 liter) ofwateL This both
cleans and neumdizes odors. Rinse and
wipe d_y.
Useofanycleaningsolutionotherthanthat
which isrecommended,especiallythosethat
containpetroleumdistillates,cancrackor
damagetheinterioroftherefrigerator.
Avoidcleaningcoldglassshelveswith hotwater
becausetheextremetemperaturedifference
maycausethemto break.Handleglassshelves
carefully.Bumpingtemperedglasscancause
it toshatter.
Donotwashany.plasticrefrigeratorparts in the
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Careand cleaningoftherefrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be careflll when moving file refligemtor
away from file wall. All Wpes of floor
coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and fllose Mtb
embossed surfi_ces.
Pull the refl_igeramr straight out and return
it m position by pushing it straight in.
Moving the refligeramr in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor coveting
or refligeratoL
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure
you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker
supply line (onsome models).
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove
food and unplug file refligemtoL Clean
the interior with a baking soda solution
of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to one quart (1 liter) ofwateL Leave the
doo,s open.
Set file icemaker power switch to file
0 (off)position and strut off file wamr
supply m the refligeramL
If file mmperamre can drop below
fleezing, have a qualified servicer drain
the water supply system (on some models)
m prevent serious property d_unage due
m flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose imms such as shelves and
drawers by taping them securely in place
to prevent damage.
When using a hand mack m move die
reflJgeramI; do not rest file flont or back
of the refiigerator against the hand track.
This could damage the refiJgeratoL Handle
only fiom the sides of the refiigeratoL
Besuretherefrigeratorstaysin anupright
positionduringmoving.
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Replacingthe light bulbs. . OEApplia.oesoom
Setting either or both controls to 0does not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light
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Unplug the refligeratoL
The bulbs are locamd at file mp of the
compartment, inside file light shield.
Remove the screw at the flont of the
light shield.
To remove the light shield, press in on
the tabs on the sides of the shield and
slide fo,ward and out.
After replacing the bulb wifll an
appliance bulb of the same or lower
wattage, replace the light shield and
screw. When replacing the light shield,
make sure that the tabs at the back of
the shield fit into the slots at the back
of the light shield housing.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light
Thislightis locatedabovethetopdrawer.
Unplug the refrigeratoL
I,ift the light shield up and pull it out.
After replacing the bulb with an
appliance bulb of the same or lower
wattage, replace the shield.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
Freezer Compartment
Unplug the refligeratoL
Remove the shelf just above the light
shield. (The shelf will be easier to
remove if it is emptied first.) Remove
the screw at the top of the light shield.
To remove the light shield, press in on
the sides, and lift up and out.
Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield. When
reinstalling the light shield, make
sure the top robs snap securely
into place. Replace the screw.
Reinstall the shelf and plug the
refiigerator back in.
Dispenser
Unplug the reffigeratoL
The bulb is located on the dispenser
under the control panel.
Remove the light bulb by turning
it counterclockwise.
Replace the bulb with a bulb of the
same size and wattage.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 25 & 27
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
IMPORTANT - Savethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT - Observeall
governing codes and ordinances.
•Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
•Note to Consumer- Keep these
instructions for future reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time- Refrigerator Installation
30 minutes
Water Line Installation
30 minutes
• Proper installation is the responsibility of
the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.
If the refrigerator has already been installed,
remove the base grille (see Step 2 in Moving
the Refrigerator), then skip to Step 5 in
Installing the Refrigerator.
PREPARATION
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have
to be connected to a cold water line. AGE
water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve, fittings and instructions) is available at
extra cost from your dealer, by visiting our
Website at www.GEAppliances.com (in
Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from
Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in
Canada 1.888.261.3055).
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
3/8" and 5/16" Socket 1/2" and 7/16" Wrench
U
Plastic Putty Knife
Phillips Head Screwdriver
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Installation Instructions
MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
ITI LOADING THE RERIGERATOR
ONTO AHAND TRUCK
Leave all tape and door pads on doors
until the refrigerator is in its final location.
To move the refrigerator, use a padded
hand truck. Center the refrigerator on the
hand truck and secure the strap around
the refrigerator. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
THE STRAP.
121REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE
Remove the grille by removing the two
Phillips head screws.
If the refrigerator must go through
any entrance that is less than 38"
wide, the doors must be removed.
Proceed to Step 3.
DO NOT remove the handles.
If all entrances are more than
38" wide, skip to Installing
the Refrigerator.
131DISCONNECT THE WATER
COUPLING (on some models)
If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,
there is a water line from the cabinet into
the bottom hinge on the freezer door that
must be disconnected.
To disconnect, push in on the white collar
of the coupling and pull out the tubing.
White collar
Bottom
freezer
hinge
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Installation Instructions
MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
[_] DISCONNECT THE POWER
COUPLING (on some models)
If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,
there is a power line (harness) from the
cabinet into the bottom hinge on the
freezer door that must be disconnected.
To disconnect, pull apart at the coupling.
Bottom
freezer
hinge
[] DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL
CONNECTORS (on some models)
If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, there are electrical connectors
(harnesses) from the cabinet into the
bottom hinge on the refrigerator door
that must be disconnected.
To disconnect, pull apart each connector.
Bottom
refrigerator
hinge
[] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND
REFRIGERATOR DOORS
171REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
[_] Remove the freezer door top hinge cover
by either squeezing it and pulling it up or
by prying it off with a plastic putty knife.
[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,
then lift the hinge straight up to free the
hinge pin. 5/16" Hex Head
rc-] Open the freezer door to 90.°
90 °
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Installation Instructions
mREMOVE THE
FREEZER DOOR (cont.)
[] As one person slowly lifts the freezer door
up and off the bottom hinge, the second
person should carefully guide the water
line and power line (harness) through the
bottom hinge.
['_ Set the door on a non-scratching surface
with the inside up.
[] REMOVE THE
REFRIGERATOR DOOR
[_] Remove the refrigerator door top hinge
cover by either squeezing it and pulling
it up or by prying it off with a plastic
putty knife.
181REMOVE THE
REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)
[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,
then lift the hinge straight up to free the
hinge pin. 5/16" Hex Head
['C-']Open the refrigerator door to 90. °
i ,, i
90 °
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Installation Instructions
MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
1-81REMOVE THE
REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)
[] Lift the refrigerator door up and off the
bottom hinge.
If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, one person should slowly lift the
door up and off the bottom hinge and the
second person should carefully guide the
electrical lines (harnesses) through the
bottom hinge.
90°
Refreshment Center Models only
[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface
with the inside up.
[] REPLACING THE DOORS
To replace the doors, simply reverse
steps 3 through 8.
However, please note the following:
•When lowering the doors onto the
bottom hinges, make sure the second
person carefully guides the tube and
harnesses through the holes in the
hinges.
• When connecting the water line, make
sure you insert the tubing all the way
to the mark.
Mark
• Do not pinch the tubing and harnesses
when placing the doors on the bottom
hinges.
• When connecting the power line and
the electrical lines (refreshment center
models only), be sure that the
connectors are seated together fully.
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