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Safety Instructions .......... 2-4
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker ........... 9
(;are and Cleaning ........ 10, 11
Shelves .................... 6, 7
Storage Drawers ............. 7, 8
Temperature Controls .......... 5
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the ReDigeramr ............. 19
Reversing the Door Swing . . 17-92
VVater Line Installauon ..... 1,9,-17
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You (;all For Service . .94, 95
Normal Operating Sounds ..... 93
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .... Back Cover
Product Registrauon ....... 97, 98
_'arranty for
Canadian Customers ......... 96
V(arianw for U.S. Customers . . . 99
Models 15,16,17,18
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La secci6n en espa#ol empieza en la pagina 60
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label on
the upper left side of the fl'esh toed
COIIlp}l I'tIIl en t.
197D5226PO02 49-60255-1 10-03JR

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 refi-igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in the reti_igerato_: They could
damage the refrigerator and seriously iqjm'e
themselves.
Do not touch the cold suYti_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin may stick to these extremely cold sm_hces,
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\_q)o_ and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
In refl_igerato_ with automatic icemake_,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
located on the bottom of the icemake_: Do not
place finge_ or hands on the atltoi//ati('
icemaking mechanism while the refl-igerator is
plugged in.
Keep finget_ out ot the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_ and between
the doo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be caretul closing doo_ when children are
in the area.
Unplug the refrigerator betore cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE."We strongiyrecommendthatanyservicingbe
performedby aquaiified individual
_ Turlfing the control to the 0position does
not remove power to the light circuit.
Do not refl'eeze fl'ozen t0ods which have
thawed completely:

DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entrapment and sufl_cation are not
problen_s of the past.Junked or abandoned
refrigeratms are still dangerous...even if they will
sit fin" "just a fi_w days." If you are getting rid of
yore" old refi'igeratm; please fidlow the instructions
below to help prevent acddents.
Before YouThrowAway YourOld
Refrigeratoror Freezer:
Take off the doox_.
Refrigerants
_M1refligeration products contnin refi-igerants,
which trader federal law must be removed prior
to product disposal. If you are getting rid (ff an
old refiigeration product, check with the company
handling the disposal about what to do.
i,eave the shelves in place so that children mm
not easil_ climb inside.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an extension cord.
However; if_ou must use an extension cord, it is absolutel) necessm) that it be a IUI,-listed (in the United
Stntes) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grotmding type appliance extension cord having a grotmding
type I)lu°_ and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 xolts.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which nlates with a
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibili b' of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualNed electridan to make sure the outlet is
propedy grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is
encountered, it is your personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
The refl-igerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
This provides tile best pe_fimnance and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard from oxerheated wires.
Never unplug your refl-igerator by pulling on tile
power cord. Mways grip i)lug firefly and pull
straight out ti'oln tile outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fl'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that sho_:s cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
\4lien moving tile refi-igerator away from tile
wall, be carefld not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Adapterplug_,otpermittedinCanadaJ
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
Howe\'et; if )_)u must use an adapter; where local
codes i)e_nit, a temporary connection ma) be made
to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UiAisted adapter a\:filable at most local
hardware stores.
Tile larger slot in tile adapter must be aligned with
tile larger slot in tile wall outlet to provide proper
polarity in tile connection of tile power cord.
When disconnecting tile power cord fl'om tile
a(lapte_; always hold tile adapter in place with one
hand while pulling tile power cord i)lug with tile
other hand. If this is not done, tile adapter ground
te_ninal is very likely to break with repeated use.
If tile adapter ground temfinal brealcs, DO NOTUSE
tile refl'ioerator,_ until a l)r°l ,)er ground has been
established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is metal, not insulated, and the wall outlet is
grounded through the house wking Youshould have the
circuit checked bya quadded electrician to make sure the
outlet is properly grounded.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe temperaturecontroldial
Turning the dial to 0stops cooling in both compartments--fresh food and freezer. It does not shut off power to
the refrigerator.
ControlSettings
Temperature Control Dial
The temperature control dial has nine settings plus 0. I is the wannest. 9is the coldest.
At fi_t, set the dial at 5.
After using the refl'igerat(m a(!just the dial if necessary:
Insert a coin into the slot in the middle of the dial and you can turn the dial to the setting
that is best suited to your needs,
Allow 24 horn's for the refl'igerator to get cold,

Aboutthe freshfoodcompartmentshelves.
Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.
Half-Width Shelves
r_]qlt up
One end of the shelf rests on a molded
side-wall support; a bracket on the other
end hooks into a track (m the rear
cabinet wall.
To remove, lift the shelf up at fl'ont, then
off the SUl)l)ort and out of the track.
To replace, select desired shelf height.
With shelf ti'ont raised slightly, hook the
bracket's top lug into the track, then
lower the shelf onto the SUl)l)ort.
NOTE:Theshelf tothe@t of thetrackb
designedto hookintothe@t-hand slot,
theshelf totheleft isdesignedtohook
into theleft-handslot.
Full-Width Shelves
Some models have a steel wire sliding
sheik a stationary tempered glass shelf or
two steel wire stationary shelves. These
shelves can be moved to another place
in the fl'esh food compartment.
The flfll-width sliding shelf has stop-locks.
When placed correctly on the shelf
sui)ports, the shelf will stop beflwe coming
complemly ()tit ()f the refrigerator and will
not tilt when you place fi)od on it or
remove food from it.
Toremove the full-width shelves, lift the
rear of the shelf and pull forward.
Toremove a full-width shelf when the fresh
food compartment door cannot be opened
fully, lift the rear of the sheik pull
forward and down, tilt the shelf and
take it ()tit.
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Spillproof Shelves (on some models)
Spillproof shelves have special edges
to hel I) i)revent spills ti'om dripping
to lower shelves. To i'elllOVe or replace
the shelves, see the above instructions.

About the freezer compartment shelves.
Some models have an ice-tray shelf and some have a full-width step shelf.
Ice- Tray Sheff
To remove the ice-tray shelf, lift the left
side of the shelf offits supports, then
pull the shelf to the left to fl'ee it of the
plug supports. Pull the shelf to the right
to free the pins fl'om the holes in the
cabinet wall.
Step Shelf
To remove the step shelf."
[_] I,ifl left side oI shelf slightly.
_Mo_e shelf to the left to ti'ee its right
ends fl'om holes in the cabinet wall.
I,ower right side of shelf, mo_e shelf to
[] the right and rake it out.
To replace the step shelf."
[_] _ ith shelf tilted as shown, tit left ends
of shelf into holes in cabinet wall.
i_i,ifl left side of sheff slightl); swing shelf
up, fit right ends of shelf into holes in
cabinet wall, and lower shelf into place.
About the storage drawers.
Not all features are on all models,
Fruit and Vegetable Drawers
Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers should be emptied
and the drawers wiped dry.
Snacks Drawer
The snacks drawer can be moved to the
most useflfl location Ira" wmr tamilv's
needs.

About storage drawer and cover removal.
Not all features are on all models.
HIGH LOW
Adiustable Humidity Drawer (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the wa_ to the LOW
HIGH setting to proxide high humidity setting to proxide lower humidity levels
I'eCOIllI//ended for I//()st x egetables. I'eCOIllIl/ended for Ill ()st fruits.
Drawer and Cover Removal
Drawers can be removed easily by grasping
tile sides and lifting up slightly while
pulling drawe_ past the step location.
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Full-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover
Toremove the cover, lift it off its SUl)l)orts,
pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.
Twin Drawers with Glass Cover
To remove:
y] Remoxe the drawers.
[_ Reach in, push the front of glass
coxer up, and at the same time,
pull it ti_rward as tar as it will come.
Tilt it and take it out. Avoid cleaning the
cold glass cover with hot water because
tile extreme temperature difl'erence may
cause it to break.
_] Remoxe tile drawer fl'ame. (Always
rei//oxe tile glass cover befi)re }o/'1
take out the drawer fl'ame.)
I,ift tile fl'ame off tile sui_ports at each
side and back, pull it forward, tilt it and
take it out.
Toreplace:
[_ I,ower tile frame tmtil it rests on tile
sui)ports at each side and back.
[_ Replace the glass coxer, i)ushing its
rear edge fir'ml)into file rear f_:aine
channel and gently lowering the front
into place.
[_]Replace the drawers.

About the automatic icemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power Automatic lcemaker (onsomemodels)
Switch Icemaker
Green/
PowerLight erArm
Power switch model
eelerArmin
theSTOP
Feeler Armin (up)poskio!!
theON (down)
position
Feeler arm model
The icemaker will produce api)roxinmtely
100-130 cubes in a 24-hour period,
dei)ending on the fl'eezer colni)artmelK
te/lll)eratt]re ,i-ooi11 teml)erattlre ,ntllllbeI"
of door oi)enings and other use conditions.
There are two t)pes ot icemakei_: power
switch inodels and teeler aI_n models.
If the retiigerator is operated betore the
water colmection is inade to the icelnakei;
set the power switch to 0 (off) or move the
t(eler am/ to the STOP (up) position.
When the refligerator has been connected
to the water sui)ply; set the power switch to
the / (0n) position or move the feeler am_ to
the ON (down) position. On power switch
Inodels, the green light will come on.
You will hear a buzzing sotmd each tilne
the icemaker fills with water
The icemaker will fill with water when it
cools to 15°F. A newl}qnstalled reliigerator
Inav take 12 to 24 hom_ to begin making
ice cubes.
Throw awm the first tew batches of ice to
allow the water line to cleai:
Be sure t_othing interteres with the sweep
of the feeler aim.
When the bin fills to the level ot the teeler
aim, the icelnaker will stop precluding ice.
It is n(wmal for several cubes to be joined
together
If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stale and shlink.
On power switch models, the green power
light will blink if ice cubes get stuck in the
icelnakei: To correct this, set the power
switch to 0(off)and relnove the cubes. Set
the power switch to /(on)to restart the
icelnakei: _Mtei" the icelnaker has been
turned on again, there will be a delay of
about 45 inilmtes bet0re the icelnaker
I'eStlI/les ol)ei'ation,
NOTE" Inhomes with lower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayhear the icemakercycle multiple
times whenmakingone batchof ice.
Icemaker Accessory Kit
If your refrigerator did not ah'eadv come
equii)ped with an automatic icemaker,
an icemaker accessor_ kit is axailable at
extra cost.
Check the back of the refrigerator fi_r
the specific icemaker kit needed fin" )our
model.

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
The door handles and trim (on sonle
models). Clean with acloth (lmnl)ened
with soapy water. Dry with asoti cloth.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with aclean
cloth lightly danq)ened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish
detergent. Dry and polish with aclean,
soii cloth.
The stainless steel panels and door handles
(oil s()ine models) can be cleaned with
acommercially ;mfilable stainless steel
cleaner. Do not use appliance wax or
polish on the stainless steel,
Do not wipe the refr/_Teratorwith a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel Thesemay leave a residue
that can erode the paint Do not use scouring
pads,powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint f/bish.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an o[)en bo×
of baking soda in tile fresh food and
fl'eezer coil/l)_l Ytil/ents,
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not pra(tical, wring excess
i/loisttlre ()lit of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or
contFols.
Use warn/water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of ba king soda
to aquart (l liter) (If water. This both
cleans and neutralizes odm_. Rinse and
wipe dry.
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a
thin laver of petroleum .jelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side. This helps kee I)
tile gaskets from sticking and bending
out of shape.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some
models) with hot water because the extreme
temperature difference may cause them to
break. Handle glass shelves carefully Bumping
tempered glass can cause it to shatter
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in
the dishwashe_
Cleaning the condenser coils.
Condenser
There is no need for routine condenser
cleaning in normal home operating
environillents. However, in eiivii'(lililleilts
that may be particularly dusty or greasy,
the condenser should be cleaned
periodically for efficient refl'igerator
operation.
To clean tile condensei; turn tile
temperature control dial to O. Sweep
}IIV}IV oI" V}IC/I[II// I1 I) (hist.
For best results, use abIush specially
designed tor this purpose. It is a\zdlable
at most appliance parts stores.
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Behind the Refrigerator
Be caretul when moving the reti'igerator
away fl'om the wall. All types of floor
coverings can be danmged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
embossed surfaces.
Tm'n the leveling legs at each fl'ont corner
of the refl_igerator com_terclockwise tmfil
the rolle_ sui)port the reti_igeratm: Pull the
refrigerator straight out and return it to
position by pushing it straight in. Moving
the refl_igerator in a side direction may
result in damage to the floor covering or
refrigeratm:
When pushing the refngerator back, makesure
you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker
supply line {on some models).
After rolling the refl'igerator back into
place, turn the legs clockwise until the
legs again bear the weight of the
refl'igera tot.
Light Bulb Replacement
To replace a burned-out bulb, unl)lug
the refl'igerator fl'om its electrical outlet,
tmscrew the bulb when cool and replace
it with an appliance bulb of the same or
lower wattage.
Turningthecontrolto the0positiondoesnot
removepowertothelightcircuit
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove
fl)od and uni)lug the refl'igerator. Move
the temperature control dial to the 0
position, and clean the interior with a
baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to one qtlart
(l liter) of water. I,eave the doors open.
Set the icemaker power switch to the
0 (off) position or m_we the feeler arm to
the STOP (up) position (depending on
model) and shut off the water sui)ply to
the refl'igera tin;
If the temperatm'e can drop below
fl'eezing, have a qualified servicer drain
the water supply systeln (on SOlne
models) to prevent serious property
damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secm'e all loose items such as grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them
secm'ely in place to prevent damage.
Be sure the refrigerator stays/n an upright
position during moving.
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Installation
Instructions Refrigerator
Models 15,16,17,18
Questions?Call800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)orvisitomX_ebsite_,t:www.GEAppliances.com
In Canada,call 1.800.361.3400or visitour _ebsite at: www.geappliances.ca I
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully,
• IMPORTANT - S ,,ethese
inst_ uctions fin" local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT -Obse ,e,ll
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer -Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer - KeeI) these instructions
ti,I" fllture reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation
15 minutes
Reversing the Door Swing
1 horn"
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installe_:
• Product thilttre due to improper installation is not
covered trader the Warranty.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(on some models)
If the reli'igerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A water supply kit
(containing copper tubing, shutott valve, fittings and
inst_ uctions) is awfilable at extra cost fl'om wmr dealer,
by visiting our X_'ebsite at www.GFAppliances.com (in
Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
•Do not install the refl'igeramr where the temperature
will go below 60°F (l 6°C) because it will not rtm otten
enough to maintain proper temperatm'es.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to sui)port it fifllv
loaded.
CLEARANCES
_Mlow the following clearances fin" ease of installation,
proper air circulation and I)lmnbing, and electrical
connections.
zt
• Sides./4 (19ram)
• Top 1" (25 mm)
• Back 1" (25 ram)
ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS
Leveling legs near each fl'ont corner of the refl'igerator
are a(!justable. They firmly position the refl'igerator
and prevent it fl'om moving when the doors are
opened. I,eveling legs should be set so the fl'ont of the
refrigerator is raised just enough that the doors close
easily when opened about hallway.
Tm'n the leveling legs clockwise to raise the
refl'igerator, counterclockwise to lower it.
Rollers next to the leveling legs allow you to move the
refrigerator away ti'om the wall tin" cleaning.
Turn the legs cotmterclockwise until the weight of the
reti'igerator is transterred from them to the rolle_.
_M'ter rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the
legs clockwise tmtil the legs again bear the weight of
the refl'igera tot.
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Installation Instructions
El INSTALLING THE WATER LINE CONSOMEMODELS)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Reconm_ended copper water supply kits are _4UXSX2,
_X8X3 or _X8X4, depending on the amom_t of
tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines
are GE SmartConnect ''_ Refrigerator Tubing
(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and
_43X08X 10025).
When connecting your refrigerator to a GE Reverse
Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation
is with a GE RVEfit. For other reverse osmosis water
s}_stems, follow the manufi_cturer's recommendations.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufi_cturer. Follow these
instructions carefldlv to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage,
_4'ater hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
plmnbing can cause damage to refl'igerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified
plmnber to correct water hammer before installing
the water supply line to the refl'igerator,
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook
up the water line to the hot water line.
If vou/lse gOllY refl'igerator before connecting the
water line, make sm'e the icemaker power switch is
in the 0 (off) position (on power switch models) or
the feeler arm is in the STOP (up) position (on teeler
arm models).
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatm'es tall below fl'eezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sm'e the device is double
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
plmnbing code requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
•Copper or GE SmaxtCmmecf'" Refrigerator Tubing
kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator
to the water supply: If using COl)per, be sm'e both
ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8'
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8' [2.4 m ] coiled into 3 turns of about l 0"
[25 cm] diameter) to allow the refl'igerator to move
out fl'om the wall after installation.
GE Smart(_onnect _'_Refrigerator Tubing 14dts are
available in the fi)llowing lengths:
2' (0.6 m) - WX08X10002
6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10006
15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015
25' (7.6 m) - WX08X10025
Be sure that the kit wm select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)
as described above.
NOTE: The mtiy GE approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in GE SmartConnect'" Refrigerator Tubing
kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line
because the line is under pressure at all times. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and
cause water damage to your home.
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Installation Instructions
B INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
• AGE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra
cost fl'om your dealer or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
• A cold water supply. The water pressm'e must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).
•Power drill.
•1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper tubing
to the shutoff valve and the refl'igerator water valve.
OR
•If you are using a GE SmartConnect '_ ReflJgerator
Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled
to the tubing.
•If wmr existing COl)per water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (available at
phunbing supply stores) to connect the water line to
the reli'igerator OR wm can cut off the flared fitting
with a tube cutter and then use a compression
fitting. Do not cut formed end from GE
SmartCmmect _'' Reli'igerator tubing.
• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a
minimmn inside diameter of 5/32" at tile point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
shutoff valves are included in many water sui)ply kits.
Before i)urchasing, inake sure a saddle-type wdve
complies with wmr local plmnbing codes.
Install the shutoff xalxe on the nearest frequentl) used
drinking water line.
[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest fimcet long enouoh_ to clear
the line of water.
[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location fin" the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of
a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to
connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the
connection to the top or side, rather than at the
bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment fl'om
the water pipe.
[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pii)e (exen it using
a sell:piercing xalve) using a sharp bit. Remoxe anx
btu'I5 resulting from drilling tile hole in the I)ipe.
Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill,
Faihu'e to drill a 1/4" hole may result in reduced
ice production or smaller cubes.
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Installation Instructions
[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutotI _al_e to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.
PipeClamF
Saddle-Type--
ShutoffValve -- VerticalCold
WaterPipe
NOTE: Conmmnwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wdves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed plumber.
[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or vou mav cHIsh the
tubing.
-Washer
Pi End
Clam[
[] ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and
the refl'igerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall
or floor (behind the refrigerator or ac!iacent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to
move out from the wall after installation.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING
TO THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleexe)
for COl)per tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutott xalxe.
Make sure the tubing is flfllv inserted into the
wdve. Tighten the compression nut securely.
For plastic tubing from a GE Smart(_onnect'"
Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end
of the tubing into the shutoff wdve and tighten
compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening
IllaV catlse leaks.
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve
?ression
Nut
SmartConnect_
Tubing
Packing Nut.
Outlet Valve-- --Ferrule (sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wdves
are illegal and rise is ilot permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed i)lumber.
[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water sui)ply on and flush ()tlt the
tubing until the water is clear.
Shut the water ott at the water valve alter about
one quart (l liter) of water has been flushed
through the tubing.
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Installation Instructions
B INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
•gefl)re making tile connection to tile refrigerator,
be sure tile refrigerator, power cord is not I_lugged,,
into tile wall outlet.
•We recommend installing a water filter if wmr
water sui)ply has sand or particles that could clog
the screen of the reti'igerator's water wdve. Install
it in the water line near the retiigerator. If using
GE SmartConnect'" Reliigerator Tubing kit,
wm will need an additional tube (WX08X10002)
to connect tile filte_: Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
RelllO_,e tile access co_,er.
Remoxe tile plastic flexible cap from tile water
;al;e (refrigerator connection).
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Place tile compression nut and ti_Hule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown. On GE
SmartConnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing kit,
the nuts are ah'eadv assembled to the tubing.
Insert tile end of tile tubing into tile water wdve
connection as flu" as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten tile fitting.
For plastic tubing from a GE Slnart(_onnect '_
Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end
of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten
compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then
tighten one additional tm'n with a wrench.
Overtightening may cause leaks,
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp provided to
hold it in a vertical position. You may need to
pry open tile clamp.
1/4" Copper_ -- TubingClamp
Tubing
1/4" Compression
Nut
Ferrule
(sleeve)
Refrigerator
Connection SmartConnect_
Tubing
Reattach tile access cover.
[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
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Installation Instructions
[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
__rram,e the coil of tubing so that it does not _ibrate
a
against the back of the refrigerator or against the
wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
[] START THE ICEMAKER
On power sMtch models, set the icemaker power
switch to the I(0/1) position. On feeler am/models,
move the feeler ann to the ON (down) position. The
icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches
its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below.
It will then begin operation automaticall>
IPower switch model
FeelerArmin
the ON(down)position
Feelerarmmodel
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the
water xalxe may turn on up to 3 times to delixer
enough water to the icemaker.
B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT NOTES
_]_en re\'e_ing the door swing:
•Read the instructions all the way through befin'e
starting.
• Handle parts carefiflly to awfid scratching paint.
•Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using
them in the wrong places.
• Provide a non-scratching work surtace fin.
the doo_.
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the
cabinet until doo>swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are fin" changing the hinges fl'om
the right side to the lett side--if you ever want to change
the hinges back to the right side, fi)llow these same
instructions and reverse all reterences to lett and fight.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillipsscrewdriver
5/16" he>head
socketdriver
Putty knife or thin-blade
screwdriver
Masking tape
T20 or T25 Torxdriver,
(needed for some
models)
5/16" open-end
wrench
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Installation Instructions
B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] BEFORE YOU START
1.1 UnI_lug the refrigerator fl'om its electrical
outlet.
2.2 X4ith a :5/16" hex-head socket dfixer, remoxe the
screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet,
1.2 Erupt)all door shelxes, including the dairy
C OIlll)_l I'tIll ent.
CAUTION: Do not let either door drop to the
floor, To do so could dail/aoe_ the door stop,
2.3 I,ift the hinge (and the shim glued to it) straight
up to free the hinge, pin from the socket in
the top of the door and set it aside, ahmg with
its screws.
Top Hinge -----_1 _
2.4 Remo_e the tape and tilt the door awa_ from the
cabinet. I.iti it off the center hinge pin.
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
2.1 Tape the door shut with maskino. _ tape.
2.5 Set the door on anon-scratching surface with
the outside up.
2.6 Transter the 2 screws from the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes _acated 1)_ the
top hinge removal.
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Installation Instructions
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR
3.1 Tape the door shut with maskin,,. _ tape.
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR (CONT.)
3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching
S/IIS{_Ice.
3.2 Using a 5/16" hex-head socket screwdriver and
a 5/16" open-end wrench, remove the two
screws holding the center hinge (and the shim
glued to it) to the cabinet. I,ifl the center hinge
to ti'ee its pin from the socket in the top of the
doo_; and set hinge and screws aside. Be careful
not to lose the center hinge spacer mad washer.
3.3 Remove the tape and tilt the door away fl'om the
cabinet. I,ifl the door fl'om the pin in the bottom
hinge bracket. (If the plastic washer sticks to the
door bottom, put it back on the hinge.)
3.5 Tmnsfi_r the two screws fl'om the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes _acated b_ the center
hinge removal.
3.6 Transter the _asher (if your model has one) to the
opposite side.
3.7 Take one (ff the screws removed in step 9 and start
it in the outem_ost screw hole on the opposite side.
Do not drive it all the way down--leave enough
space under the screw head ti_r thickness of shim
and bracket.
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Installation Instructions
B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] REVERSING THE HARDWARE
4.1 Remove tile base ,,Tille (if _our refrigerator has
one) b) pulling it straight out.
J
4.2 Moxe tile 1)ottmn hinoe_ bracket (and shim glued
to it) and plastic washer from tile right side to tile
leti side.
Plastic Plastic
-_ IWasher
Washer ®1[¢-.__! _J
Hinge---->
Bracket Hinge _ _
Bracket
Modelswith a hingebracket
thathas2 screwholes. Modelswith a hingebracket thathas4 screwholes.
Switchthe hingepinto the
oppositesideofthe bracket.
4.3 Interchange hinge (and tile shim glued to it) and
screws at top right with screws at top left of cabinet.
Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time,
Installing the hinge on the left. Installing the hinge on the right.
NOTES:
•Some hinges have fl)tu" holes. Which holes you
use fin" installing tile hinge depends on which
side you install tile hinge.
•Tile outer edge of tile hinge should be parallel
to tile edge of tile case fin" correct installation.
[] REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES
5.1
Plug'_
Transfer fresh food door handle
5.1.1 Remove tile handle phlg using a
tape-tipped put U knife trader tile edge,
and reil/ove tile screw tlnderneath.
Remove tile two screws holding tile
handle to tile top of tile door.
I 5.1.2 Remo;e tile handle. I
5.1.3 Remoxe tile screws fl'om tile right edge of tile
door top and insert them into tile handle screw
holes on tile opposite side.
5.1.4 X._]tl/ tape-tipped putty knife or thin-blade
screwdriver, I)_T out the plug button from the
hinge hole on the left side of the door and
insert it into the hole on the opposite side that
was vacated by remowfl of tile top hinge.
Plug Buz_
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