GE TURBOCOOL 23 Safety guide

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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4
Operating Instructions
Additional Features ............ ] 0
Automatic Icemaker ........... 12
Care and Cleaning .......... 14, 15
Crispers and Pans ............. 11
Ice and _'ater Dispenser ..... 13, 14
Refligerator Doors ............ 10
Replacing the Light Bulbs ....... 16
Shelves and Bins ............. 8, 9
TemperaUlre Controls ........... 5
TurboCool r'* . .................. 6
_'ater Fiher . .................. 7
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the Refligeramr ............ 22, 23
Removing and Replacing Doors . .21
Trim Kits and Panels ........ 17-20
_'ater Line Installation ...... 24-28
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 30-32
Normal Operating Sounds ...... 29
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..... Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet ........ 36
Product Registration ........ 33, 34
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate ..... 37
Warranty (Canadian) ........... 38
_'arrantv (U.S.) ............... 39
Models23,25,27 and29
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R frig rateurs
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Refrigeradores
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Write the model and serial numbers here:
#
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Find these numbers on a label inside
the reti'igerator compartment at the
top on the right side. 200D2600P015 49-60185 11-01JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
AWARNING!
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 tl/e Installation
h_structions beiore it is used.
_,':;Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in tile refl'igerato_: They could
damage tile refligerator and seriously iqitu'e
themselves.
:)::Do not touch the cold surli_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin may stick to these extremely cold surii_ces.
i,;:Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\:q_o_s and liquids in tile vicini F oI this or any
other appliance.
i,_:;In refiigerato_s with atltOll/atic icemake_s,
avoid comact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heaOng
element located on tl/e bottom of tile icemake_:
Do not place finge_s or hands on tile automatic
icemaking mechanism while the reti_igerator
is plugged in.
i,_:;Keep finge_s out _ff tl/e "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_ and between
the (loo_s and cabinet are necessmilv small.
Be careful closing (loo_s when children are
in the area.
i/:;Unplug tile refrigerator betore cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE."We stronglyrecommendthatany servicingbe
performedby a quafified individual.
i/:;Setting either or both controls to 0 (0If)does not
remove power to the light circuit.
::NDo not refl'eeze fl'ozen foods which have
thawed complemly.
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DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrai)ment and suffocation are not i)rol)lems
of the past, Junked or abandoned refl_igeratm_ are
still dangerous...even if they will sit fin" "just a fi_w
days." If you are getting rid of yore" old refrigeratm;
please follow tile instructions below to hel I) prevent
accidents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:
i;_?Take off tile dome.
>_ I,eave tile shelves in place so that children max
not easilx climb inside.
CFCDisposal
Ymr old refl_igerator may have a cooling system
that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are
believed to ham_ stratospheric ozone.
If you are throwing away yore" old refrigerator; make
sm'e tile CFC refl_igerant is removed fin" proper
disposal by a qualified se_wice_: If vou intentionally
release this CFC reflJgerant, you can be subject to
fines and imprisomnent under provisions of
enviromn ental legislation.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.
However, ifxou must use an extension cord, it is absolutelx necessary that it be a UITlisted (in tile United
States) or a (;SA-listed (in (_anada), 3-wire grom_ding type appliance extension cord haxim,_ a ,gr°m_ding
type I)hw_ and outlet and that tile electrical rating, of tile cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 xolts.

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.
Tile power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which inates with
a standard 3-prong (gro/mding) wall outlet to
minimize tile possibili F of electric shock hazard
fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
is properly gromMed.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it is
yore" pelsonal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly gro/mded
3-prong wall outlet.
Tile refl-igerator should always be plugged into
its own individual electrical outlet which has
a voltage rating that matches tile rating plate.
This provides tile best perflmnai_ce and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.
Never tmi)lug )'ore" refl_igerator by pulling on
tile power cord. Mways grip plug firefly and pull
straight out fl'om tile outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fl'aved or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
\4'hen nloving tile reflJgemtor away fl'Oln tile
wall, be careflfl not to roll over or danmge the
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Ad_pte_p/ug_notpe_mittedinc_d_)
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
HoweveI; if'you, Inust use an adaptei; where local
codes peI_nit, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly groulMed 2-i)rong wall outlet by use
of a UI Aisted adapter a\:filable at in ost local
hardware stores.
Tile linger slot in tile adapter must be aligned Mth
tile larger slot in tile wall outlet to provide proper
polarity in tile c(mnection of tile power cord.
When disconnecting tile power cord ti'oln tile
a(laptei; always hold tile adapter in place with one
hand while pulling tile power cord plug with tile
other hand. If this is not done, tile adapter gro/md
temfinal is very likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter gro/md temfinal breaks, DO NOT
USEthe refrigerator tmtil a proper gro/md has
been established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is metal, and not ihsu/ated, and the waft
outlet is grounded through the house wiring. Youshould
have the circuit checkedby a qualified electrician to
make sure the outlet is properly grounded
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols. GEAppliances.com
The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 5for both
the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Allow 24 hours for the
temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.
Several adjustments may be required. Each time you adjust
controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the setting
you have selected.
Setting either or both controls to 0stops cooling in both the freezer
and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power
to the refrigerator.
Controlsettings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and
operating conditions and may require more than one adjustment.
NOTE: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the
temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation,
remove it now.
PerformanceAir FlowSystem
The Perfbmmnce ,&Jr How System is designed to ma_mize temperature control in the refrigerator and
fl'eezer compartments. This tmique spedal tbatm'e consists of the _r Tower along the back wall of the
reli_gerator and the Air Ttmnel on the bottom portion of the fl'eezer rear wall. Placing food in fl'ont of the
lou\'e_ on these components will not affect pe_fimnance. Although the Ah" Tower and the Air Ttmnel can
be removed, doing so will afl_'ct temperature performance. (For remox:fl instructions, on-line, 24 horns a
day, contact us at GEAppliances.com or call 800.GE.CARES. In Canada, contact us at geappliances.ca or
call 1.800.361.3400.)

About TurboCoolY
TurboCool
How it Works
TurboCoolrapidly cools the retiigerator
compartment in order to more quickly
cool fl)ods. Use TurboCoolwhen adding a
large amount of tood to the refligerator
compartment, putting away fi)ods alter they
have been sitting out at i'ooi11 temperature
or when putting away warm leftovers. It can
also be used if the refrigerator has been
without power fiw an extended period.
Once acti\:_ted, the compressor will turn on
immediateh' and the tiros will cycle on and
off at high speed as needed for eight horns.
The compressor will continue to mn tmtil
the refligerator compartment cools m
approximately 34°F (l °C), then it will cvcle
on and off to maintain this setting. _Mter 8
hom_, or if TurboCoolis pressed again, the
refrigerator compartment will return to
the original setting,
How toUse
Press TurboCooLThe refl_igerator
temperature display will show 9(the coldest
setting),
_Mter TurboCoolis complete, the
refl_igerator compartment will return
to the original setting,
NOTES:The refligerator temperatm'e
cannot be changed dining
TurboCooL
The fl'eezer temperatm'e is not
affected during TurboCooL
When opening the refligerator
door during TurboCool,the liras
will continue to mn if they have
cycled (m.

About the water filter. (onsomemodels) CEAppliances.com
On some models
Water Filter Cartridge
The _,_ater filter cartridge is located in tile
Place the top of the cartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to theright.
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back upper fight corner of tile retiJgerator
COl//pa l'tl//ent.
When to Replace the Filter
There is a replacement indirator light for
tile water filter cartridge on tile dispense*;
This light will turn orange to tell you that
you need to replace tile filter soon.
Tile fiker cartridge shonkl be replaced
when the replacement indicator light turns
red or if tile flow of water to tile dispenser
or icemnker decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
O]f_(m, are repl'miw,_, _ tile c'u'tridoe,_ , fiI_t
remo'_e tile 5)1done b} slowl)turning
it to the left. OO not pull down on tile
cartridge. A small amount of water
may drip down.
_FilI tile replacement cartridge with
_<_ter fi'om tile tap to allo_ for better
flow fl'om tile dispenser immediately
after installation.
RESETWATERFILTER
HOLD3SECS
@I •inino_ up tile arro_ on tile c'u'tfidoe,
and tile c'u'tridoe,_ holdel, place tile
top of the new c'ulfidoe,_ up inside
tile lmldel: Do notpush it up into
tile hokiel:
Slowly turn it to the right until the filter
caintfidge stops. O0 NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
_s you turn tile cartridge, it will
automatically raise itself into position.
Cartridge will rotate about 1/4 turn.
OP,un water fi'om tile dispenser fbr
3 minutes (about one and a half
galhms) to clear tile s}_steFa and
prevent sputtelJng.
PIess and hold the RESET WATER FILTER
pad on tile dispenser fbr 3 seconds.
NOTE."Anewly-installed water filter
camidge may cause water to spurt fi'om
tile dispensel:
Filter Bypass Plug
'You must use tile filter b}pass plug
when a replacement filter cartridge is not
a_;dlable, Tile dispenser and tile icemaker
will not operate without tile filter or filter
bypass plug.
ReplacementFilters:
To order additional filter cartridges
in the United States, visit our Webs#e,
GEAppliances.cmn,or carl GE Parts
andAccessories, 800.626.2002.
Suggested Retail $34.95 USD
Customers in Canada should consult
the ? ello_ pages fi)r tile nearest Camco
Service Centel:
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Abouttheshelvesandbins.
Not all features are on all models.
Refrigerator bin
Freezer tilt-out bin
Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
LargeBins
The larger ref_igerator door bins and
fl'eezer filt-_mt door bins are ac!justable.
To remove: i,ifi the front ot the bin straight
up, then lilt up and out.
Toreplace er relecate: Engage the back side
of the bin in the molded sui)ports of the
door Then push down on the fl'ont of the
bin. Bin will lock in place,
SmallBins
The snuggerhelps prevent tipping, spilling
or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf, Place a finger on either side of the
snugger near the rear and move it back
and torth to fit wmr needs.
To remove: Lift the fl'ont of the bin straight
up then out.
Toreplace:Position the bin above the
rectangular molded supports on the doo_:
Then slide the bin down onto the support
to lock it in place.
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Not all features are on all models.
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Press tab and pull shelf
forward toremove
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
The slide-out spillprooI shelf allows )ou
to reach items stored behind othe_. The
special edges are designed to hel I) prexent
spills fl'om dripping to lower shelves.
Toremove:
Slide the shelf out until it reaches the stop,
then press down on the tab and slide the
shelf straight ()tit.
To replace or relocate:
I,ine the shelf up with the supports and
slide it into place. The shelf can be
rel)ositioned when the door is at 90 ° or
more. To reposition the shell slide the shelf
past the stops and angle downward. Slide
shelf down to the desired position, line up
with the supports and slide into place.
Make sure you push the shelves all the way back
in before you close the doo_
j I_
QuickSpace TM Shelf
This shelf splits in half and slides under
itself for storage of tall items on the shelf
This shelf can be removed and replaced
or relocated just like Slide-Out Spillproof
Shelves.
On some models, this sheff can not be used
in the lo_est position,
Freezer Baskets
Toremove, slide out to the stop position,
lift the ti'ont past the stop position, and
slide out.
Makesureyoupushthebasketsall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoo_
Slide-Out Freezer Shelves
Toremove, slide out to the stop position,
lift the ti'ont past the stop position, and
slide ()tit.
Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall the wayback
in beforeyouclosethedoo_
)Fixed Freezer Shelves
To remove, lift the shelf up at the left side
and then bring the shelf out.

Abouttheadditional features.
Not all features are on all models.
)
Removable Beverage Rack
The bexerage rack is designed to hold
a bottle on its side. It can be attached
to am slide-out shelf,
Toinstall:
OiJne up tile large part ot the slots on
the top of the rack with the tabs trader
the shell
Then slkle the rack back to lock it
in place.
Abouttherefrigeratordoors.
t=zw
When the door is only partially open,
it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will
stay open.
Refrigerator Doors
The refl'igerator (lom_ may teel different
than the ones you are used to. The special
door opening/closing teatm'e makes sure
the doo_5 close all the way and are secm'elv
sealed.
When opening and closing the door you
will notice a stop position, If the door is
opened past this stop point, the door will
remain open to allow you to load and
tmload ibod more easily, When the door
is only partially open, it will automatically
close.
The resistance )ou feel at the stop
position will be reduced as the door
is loaded with food.
Door Alignment
If doox5 are unexen, a_!just the refrigerator
dooi;
0I-'l_i:lg a 7_1611.s_,cket _i%iI'en('h,o_t,I'II the
d r a(!jmtin_ ,_crew t the right tt
raise the door; to the leti to lower it.
(A nylon plug, imbedded in the
threads of the pin, prevents the pin
fl'om turning unless a wrench is used.)
AJteI" one oi" {WO ttlYns of tile wI'ench,
open and close the refrigerator door
and check the aligmnent at the top of
the (looi_,
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Aboutthe crispersandpans. GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crispers
Excess water that may accumulate in tile
bottom of tile drawet_ should be wiped (h_':
On some models, tile botton/drawer has
a covet" that slides back as the drawer is
opened. This allo_:s fitll access to the
drawer; _&sthe drawer is closed, the cover
will slide fin'ward into its original position,
Hi _ LO Adjustable Humidity Crispers
Slide tile control all tile wa_ to tile
Hlsetting to proxide high humidity
recommended fin" most xegetables.
Slide tile control all tile wa) to tile
LOsetting to proxide lower h umidit)
lexels recommended fi)r most fl'uits.
Convertible Meat Pan
The convertible meat pan has its own
cold air duct to allow a stream of cold air
ti'oI/l tile fl'eezer COilll)artillent to l]ow to
tile pan.
The variable temperature control regulates
tile air flow fl'om tile Climate Keeper:
Set tile control to tile coldestsetfing to store
fresh meats.
Set tile control to coldto convert tile pan
to nom_al refl_igerator temperature and
provide extra vegetable storage space. The
cold air duct is turned off, ¼1fiable settings
between these extremes can be selected.
Aboutcrisperremoval.
Not all features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
Crispel_ can easil} be removed b_ l_ullin"
tile drawer straight (lilt and lifting the
drawer up and o_er tile stop location.
If the door prevents you fi'om taldng out
tile drawer% first tW to remove tile door
bins. If this does not offer enough
clearance, the refi_igerator will need to
be rolled ,fbrward until tile door opens
enough to slide tile (h'awel_ out. In some
cases, when you roll tile refrigerator out,
you will need to move tile refl_igerator
to tile left or right as }_m roll it out.
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Abouttheautomaticicemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power Automatic Icemaker
Switch Icemaker
Pull the upper freezer shelf straight
out to access the icemaker. Always
be sure to replace the shel_ The
shelf can be used for storage.
The icemaker Mll produce seven cubes
per cycle-apI)roxinmtely 100-130 cubes
in a 24-hour period, depending on fl'eezer
COillpai'tlllent [eillpei'attli'e_ i'OOill
teml)eratm'e, nmnber of door openings
and other use conditions.
If the refl_igerator is operated befi)re the
water connection is made to the icemaket;
set the power switch in the 0 (Of/)position.
When the reti_igerator has been cmmected
to the water sui)ply, set the power switch to
the I (on) position.
The icemaker _villfill with water when it
cools to 15°F (-10°C). A newl}qnstalled
reflJgerator Inay take 12 to 24 houi_ to
begin inaking ice cubes.
Throw away the first tew batches ot ice
to allow the water line to clea_:
Be sm'e nothing interteres with the sweep
of the feeler amL
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler
am_, the icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is nomml fi:,r several cubes to be joined
together:
If ice is not used fl'equenfly, old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
NOTE: Inhomes with lower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayhear the icemakercycle multiple
times whenmaking onebatch of ice.
Ice Storage Drawer
Toaccess ice, pull the drawer fin'ward.
Toremove the drawer, pull it straight out and
lift it past the stop location.
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About the ice and water dispenser. (onsomemodels) CEApp/iances.com
On some models
SpillShelf
To Use the Dispenser
SelectCUBEDICE_], CRUSHEDICE
or WATER_.
Press tile glass gentl) against tile top of tile
dispenser cradle.
Tile spill shelf is not seltkh'aining. To
Dispenser Light
reduce _ater spotting, tile shelf and its
grille shotdd be cleaned regularly.
If no water is dispensed when the mfr/_Temtor/s
first installed,there may be air in the water line
system. Pressthe dispenser arm for at least two
minutes to remove trapped a/r from the water
line and to fill the water system. Toflush out
impuritiesin the water line, throw away the first
six glassfuls of water.
Ou_k_e
CAUTION: Never put hbgers or any other
objects intothe ice cnJsherdischarge opembg.
LocRingthe Dispenser QUICKICE
_ Press tile LOCKCONTROL
lock tile dispense_ and
control panel, To
LOCK CONTROL mflock, press and
HOLD3SECS hold tile pad agaill
for 3 seconds.
OoorAlarm
DOORALARM
This pad turns tile night
light in tile dispenser on
and off. Tile light also
coI/les Oll _,#hen tile
dispenser cradle is
pressed. If this light
burns out, it should be
replaced with a 6 watt
12 V maximum bulb.
When you need ice
ill a h{/IT}', pFess this
pad to si)eed up ice
production. This will
lllCFe;tse ice production
fi)r tile fi)llowing
4_ hom_ or tmtil _ou
press the pad again.
To set the alarm, press
this pad until the
indicator light c(m/es
on. This alaml will
sound _feither door is
()|)ell toF _//(}l'e thall
3 minutes. Tile light
goes out and dw
beeping stops when
you close the dooc
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
_i::Do not add ice fl'om trm_s or bags to
tile storage (h'awe_: It may not crush or
dispense well.
i_i;:Avoid ove_l'illing glass with ice and use
(ff narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can jam
tile chute or cause tile door in tile chute
to ti'eeze shut. If ice is blocking tile
chute, poke it through with a wooden
spoon.
i;_;:ge;'erages and toods should not be
quick-chilled in the ice storage drawe_:
Cans, bottles or food packages in the
storage drawer may cause tile icemaker
(sr a/iger to jaIll.
_i::To keep dispensed ice ti'om missing
tile glass, put tile glass close to, but not
touching, tile dispenser opening.
_i::Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
though you selected CUBEDICE.This
happens occasionally when a tew cubes
accidentally get directed to the crushex:
i;_;:_Mter crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip fl'om tile chute.
N Sometimes a small mo/md of snow will
timn on tile door in tile ice chute. This
condition is hernial and usually occm_
when you have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly. Tile snow will eventually
evapoi'ilte.
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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.
Ice Storage Drawer
on Dispenser Models
To remove:
Set the icemaker power switch to the
0 (off)position. Pull the drawer straight out
and then lift past the stop p()sifion.
Toreplace:
_'_qt en rel)lacino,_ the (h'awe_, be sure to
press it firefly into place. If it does not go
all the wax back, i'eilloxe it and rotnte the
drixe mechanism 1/4 tm'n. Then push
the drawer back again.
Drive
Mechanisn
Careand cleaningof therefrigerator.
Dispenser drip area.
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser drip area, (on some models)
beneath the grille, shotfld be wiled (h_:. Water
left in this area may leave deposits. Remove
the deposits by adding tmdiluted vinegar to
the well. Soak tmtil the deposits disappear
0I" becoi/le loose enotlgh to I]nse "d%;Iv,
The dispenser cradle (on some models).
Before cleaning, lock the dispenser 1)v
pressing and hoMing the LOCK CONTROL
pad fiw 3 seconds. Clean with wmm
water and baking soda solution-about
atablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda to
a quart (l liter) of water: Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dry.
The door handles and trim. Clean with
a cloth dampened with soapy watex;
Dry with a soft cloth.
Thestainless steel panels and doorhandles
(on seine Inodels) can be cleaned with a
commercially available stainless steel
cleaner such as Slainle,_,_Sled M(_'i(:.''_
Slainh_ss Sled Mrlq4_is available at Ace, Tree
Value, Se_Mst;n; HWI and other leading
stores. It is also awfilable through GE Parts
and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Order part
nulnber X_3X10X 15.
Do not use appliance wax or polish on the
stainless steel.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe Mth a clean
cloth lightly dampened Mth kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent.
Dry and polish Mth a clean, soft cloth.
Donot w/_getheTernS?oratorwith a soileddish
cloth orwet towel Thesemayleavea residue
thatcanerodethepain_Donotusescouring
pads,powderedcleaners,bleachorcleaners
containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchandweakenthepaintfinish.
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Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of
baking soda in the fl'esh food and fl'eezer
COII/l)a I'tlIlents,
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.
Lrse wam_ water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml) ot baking soda
to a quart (1 liter) el water: This both cleans
and neutralizes o(lo_. Rinse and wipe (hT:
Useof any cleaning solution other than that
which isrecommended, especially those that
contain petroleum distillates, can crack or
damage the interior of the refrigerator.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference
may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves
carefufl_zBumping tempered glass can cause
it to shatter
Donot washanyplasticrefngeratorpartsin
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Behind the Refrigerator
Be careful when moving the refi_gerator
away fl'on_ the wall. M1 types of floor
coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
eIllbossed S/liS[_lces.
Pull the refligerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it straight in.
Moving the refrigerator in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor covering
or reli_igerato_:
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure
you don't roll over the power cord or lcemaker
supply line (onsome models).
Preparing for Vacation
For long \;l('ations or absen('es_ rell/ove
fi)od and Ulq)lug the reli_igeratoi: Clean
the interior with a baking soda solution
of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to one quart (1 liter) of water: i,eave the
doors open.
Set the icemaker power switch to the
0 (off) position and shut off the water supply
to the reflJgerato_:
If the temperature can drop below fl'eezing,
have a qualified servicer drain the water
supply system (oil soine models) to prevent
serious propert), dainage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and
drawei_ by taping them securely in place
to prevent damage.
X4]_en using a hand track to move the
refi_igeratot; do not rest the ti'ont or back
(ff the retiigerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refrigerator: Handle
only ti'om the sides of the reli_igerat(m
Be sure the refn)erator stays/b an upright
position during moving.
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Replacingthelightbulbs.
Setting either or both controls to 0does not remove power to the light circuit.
_____ Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light
Tabs
0
0Unplug the refl'igerator.
The bulbs are located at the top ot the
compartment, inside the light shield.
On some models, a screw at the fl'ont of
the light shield will have to be removed.
@To remoxe the light shield, press in on
the tabs on the sides of the shield and
slide fi)rward and ()tit.
O _Mter replacing the bulb with an
appliance bulb of the same or lower
wattage, replace the light shield and
scrm_:s (on some models). When
replacing the light shield, make sure
that the tabs at the back of the shield fit
into the slots at the back ot the light
shield housing.
Plug the reti_igerator back in.
Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light
This h_?htis located above the top drawer
O Unplug the refrigerator
@ Remove the convertible meat drawer
control knob by pulling straight ()tit.
lift the light shield up and pull it out.
@ _Mter rei)lacing, the bulb with an
appliance bulb of the salne or lower
wattage, replace the shield and
the knob.
0 Plug the refrigerator back in.
Freezer Compartment
Unplug the refligeratoi:
Remove the shelf just above the light
shield. (The shelf will be easier to
remove if it is emptied fiist.) On some
models, a screw at the top of the light
shield will need to be removed.
O To remoxe the light shield, press in on
the sides, and lift up and ()tit.
Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield. X*Vhen
reinstalling the light shield, make
sure the top tabs snap securelv
into place. P,eplace the screw (on
some models).
0 P,einstall the shelf and plug the
refl'igerator back in.
Dispenser
Unplug the refligerat(n:
The bulb is located on the
dispenser under the control panel.
Remoxe the light bulb by turning
it counterclockwise.
Replace the bulb with a bulb of the
SaIl/e size and watta ,e
O Plug the refrigerator back in.
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Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.
For CustomStyl# Mmodels
Read these instructionscompletely and carefully.
BeforeYouBegin
Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to instafl door panels. You can order
pre-cut black, white, bisque or stainless steel decorator panels from GE Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002,or you can add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.
Panels less than 1/4" (6 mm) thick
\._l_en installing wood panels less than 1/4" (6 ram) thick, you need to create a filler panel, such as 1/8"
(3 ram) cardboard, that will fit between the ti_ce of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing the
pre-cut decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of the
decorator or wood panel and the filler panel should be 1/4" (6 ram).
Panels 1/4" (6 mm)thick or less
I/4"(6 mm) Max.
3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel
3/4 (l .) ram) umted board
A raised I)anel design, screwed or _,,lued to a l/4" (6 ram) thick backing, or a " (
can be tlsed. The _isecl i)ortion of the panel illtlst be thb_icated to i)emfit clearances of at least 2" (5.1 cm)
fl'om the handle side fin" fingertip clearance.
Panels thicker than 1/4" (6 ram), up to./4 (l 9 ram) ma_mum, will require that the outer :)/16
(8 ram) of panel perimeter be no thicker than 1/4" (6 ram).
Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:
FreshFood38Ibs.(17kg)max.
FreezerDoor28Ibs.(13kg)max.
Panels thicker than 1/4" (6mm)
5/16" (8 turn)
1/4"(6mm)
ThickBacking
2"(5.1cm) I lllll __
ili[11 I -''- Refrigerater
Door
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Trimkits.
Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels
FreezerPanel
WithoutDispenser FreezerPanel WithDispenser FreshFoodPanel
Cut 1/8"
out ,-_ _,-(3 mm)
1 ',',
t
5/16"
(8mm}
67%2"
(171cm)
FRONT
_ I 141%2" ,_
(36.8cm)
Cut 1/8"
out --_, ,_'-(3 mm}
J_ ,,i i
177X'
(45.4cm)
!
i FRONT
141%Z' .__
(36.8cm)
33%"
(85.4cm)
1/8" Cut
(3mm)--_f f_- out
,, _,
' ' 5/16"
I- ""{ (8ram)
67%Z'
(171cm)
FRONT
191%2" _.__
(49.5cm}
The areas at the top of the panels need to be cut out of the panels.
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insertingthedoorpanels.
Read these instructions completely and careful/g
0Insert the Freezer Panel and Fresh FoodPanel
Carefully push the freezer panel in until it slides
into the slot behind the door handle, Push the filler
panel (required with some door panels) in behind
the decorator panel. Repeat fin" fl'esh fi)od panel.
If )ore" model has a dispense_; this step onl)applies
to the fl'esh fi)od panel and top fl'eezer panel,
0Insert the Bottom Freezer Panel (on dispenser models).
Carefull) push the panel in m_til it slides into the (required with some door panels) in behind the
slot behind the door handle, Push the filler panel decorator panel,
0Attach the TopTrim on the Freezer and FreshFood Doors.
The Top Trim can be fimnd inside the refi_igerator each (loo_: Hand tighten only. Make sure that the
compartment, top _ff each panel fits snugly behind the lip _ff the
_]th a T-20 T(nxdrive_; attach the Top Trim, using Top Trim.
two scre_:s on each Top Trim piece, to the top of
Cut-Out
SideTrim
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Insertingthedoorpanels.
Oinstall the Side Trim.
These pieces are tucked inside the refl_igerator door
handle.
Do not remove the protective film on the outside of the
Side Trimuntil the Side Trimis instafled.
Fit the bottom of the Side Trim under the Bottom
Trim as illustrated.
Hold the Side Trim against the flxmt filce of the
decorator panels and fit the Side Trim trader
the Top Trim. Make sm'e the magnetically attached
Side Trim is fitted correctly and that you are
satisfied with the appearance of all the parts.
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