GE 162D6733P007 User Manual
Models
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Modelos
19–27
Refrigerators
Réfrigérateurs
Refrigeradores
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Congratulations!
You Are Now Part of Our Family
We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing
dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll
hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your refrigerator.
That’s important, because your new refrigerator will be part of your family for
many years. And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.
We thank you for buying our product. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you
will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.
A Service Partnership.
Safety Information
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Use of Extension Cords . . . . . . . . .3
How to Connect Electricity . . . . . .4
Use of Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . .4
Operating Instructions
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6–8
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . .9
Ice and Water Dispenser . . . . . . .10
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . .11–13
Installation Instructions
Preparing to
Install the Refrigerator . . . . . . . .14
Water Line Installation . . . . .15–17
Troubleshooting Tips
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . .18
Before You Call For Service . .18–20
Customer Service
Warranty
for Canadian Customers . . . . . . .21
Warranty
for U.S. Customers . . . . . . . . . . .22
Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . .23
Service Telephone
Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model and serial numbers here:
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#
You can find them on a label on the wall beside the top drawer
or at the bottom, just inside the fresh food compartment door.
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain
your refrigerator properly. Just a little preventive care on your part
can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your
refrigerator.
READ THIS MANUAL
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
You’ll find many answers to common problems in the
Before You
Call For Service
section. If you review our chart of
Troubleshooting
Tips
first, you may not need to call for service at all.
If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone
call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in
the back section. Or,
in the U.S.,
you can always call the GE Answer
Center® at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
In Canada,
call 1-800-361-3400.
IMPORTANT!
Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card.
Two Easy Ways To Register Your Appliance!
■ Through the internet at www.geappliances.com.
■ Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
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■This refrigerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
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■Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could
damage the refrigerator and seriously injure
themselves.
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■Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
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■Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
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■In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or
hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refrigerator is plugged in.
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■Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas;
clearances between the doors and between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careful closing doors when children are
in the area.
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■Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed
by a qualified individual.
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■Turning the control to the (off) position does
not remove power to the light circuit.
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■Do not refreeze frozen foods which have
thawed completely.
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
still dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few
days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator,
please follow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator
or Freezer:
■Take off the doors.
■Leave the shelves in place so that children may
not easily climb inside.
CFC Disposal
Your old refrigerator has a cooling system that used
CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to
harm stratospheric ozone.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make
sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper
disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally
release this CFC refrigerant you can be subject to
fines and imprisonment under provisions of
environmental legislation.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend
against the use of an extension cord.
However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United
States) or a CSA certified (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding
type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
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 mates with a
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly 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 refrigerator should always 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 from overheated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight
out from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from the
wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS
(Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada)
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
However, if you must use an adapter, where local
codes permit, a
temporary connection
may be made
to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UL-listed 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
polarity in the connection of the power cord.
When disconnecting the power cord from the
adapter, always hold the adapter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the
other hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground
terminal is very likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter ground terminal breaks,
DO NOT USE
the refrigerator until a proper 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, and not insulated, and the wall
outlet is grounded through the house wiring. You should
have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make
sure the outlet is properly grounded.
Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
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About the controls on the refrigerator.
The temperature controls on your refrigerator have
numbers. Initially set the fresh food control at 5 and
the freezer control at 5.
If you want colder or warmer temperatures, adjust the
fresh food temperature first. When satisfied with that
setting, adjust the freezer temperature.
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Control Settings
Freezer Control
The freezer control maintains the temperatures throughout the freezer compartment.
Fresh Food Control
The fresh food control maintains the temperatures throughout the fresh food compartment.
Moving the fresh food control to (off) stops cooling in both areas—fresh food and freezer—but does
not shut off power to the refrigerator.
How To Test Temperatures
Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment. Place a container of milk on the top shelf
and check it a day later. If the milk is too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls.
Use the ice cream test for the freezer compartment. Place a container of ice cream in the
center of the freezer and check it after a day. If it’s too hard or too soft, adjust the
temperature controls.
After changing the controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
Freezer Control
5 is Initial Setting
9 is Coldest
Fresh Food Control
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About the water filter cartridge.
On some models
The water filter cartridge is located in the
upper right-hand corner of the fresh food
compartment, right below the temperature
controls.
The filter cartridge should be replaced
every
six months
or earlier if the flow of
water to the water dispenser or icemaker
decreases.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
If you are replacing the cartridge, first
remove the old one by slowly turning it
to the left.
Do not
pull down on the
cartridge. A small amount of water may
drip down.
Remove and discard the plastic cap
from the new cartridge.
Fill the replacement cartridge with water
from the tap.
Apply the month and year sticker to the
cartridge to remind you to replace the
filter in
six months.
Place the top of the cartridge up inside
the cartridge holder.
Do not
push it up
into the holder.
Slowly turn it to the right until the filter
cartridge stops.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
As you turn the cartridge, it will
automatically raise itself into position.
Run water from the dispenser for 1
minute (about a half gallon) to clear
the system and prevent sputtering.
NOTE:
A newly-installed water filter
cartridge may
cause water to spurt
from
the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
You must use the filter bypass plug
when a replacement filter cartridge is not
available. The dispenser and the icemaker
will not operate without the filter or filter
bypass plug.
Questions?…In the United States, call the
GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000.
Replacement Filters:
To order additional filter cartridges in the
United States, call GE Parts and Accessories,
800-626-2002.
HXRT—Chlorine, Taste and Odor
Suggested Retail $29.95
Customers in Canada should consult the
yellow pages for the nearest Camco Service
Center.
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Plastic Cap
Discard the plastic cap.
Place the top of the cartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to the right.
Filter Bypass Plug
Cartridge
Holder
REPLACE FILTER BY:
(month-year)
replace every 6 months
About the refrigerator shelves and bins.
Not all features are on all models.
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Rearranging the Shelves
Shelves in the fresh food and freezer compartments are adjustable.
Fresh Food Compartment:
Freezer Compartment:
To Remove
To Remove
To Replace
To Replace
Lift up and out
2
Insert
top hook
1
Lower to
lock in place
2
Tilt up
1
Bins on the Fresh Food Compartment Door
Adjustable bins can easily be carried from
refrigerator to work area.
To remove:
Lift bin straight up until
mounting hooks disengage.
To replace or relocate:
Select desired shelf
height, engage bin’s hook in slots on the
tracks of the door, and push in. Bin will lock
in place.
The divider
helps prevent tipping, spilling or
sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf. Place a finger on either side of the
divider near the front and move it back and
forth to fit your needs.
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Drawer Removal
Drawers can easily be removed by tilting up
slightly and pulling past
stop
location.
On some models you may need to remove the
door bins from the fresh food door before
removing the drawers.
If the door prevents you from taking out
the drawers, the refrigerator will need to
be rolled forward until the door opens
enough to slide the drawers out. In some
cases when you roll the refrigerator out you
will need to move the refrigerator to the left
as you roll it out.
When replacing the drawers, make
sure you slide them through the
drawer guides on the left side.
Drawer
Guides
Left Side
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.
Adjustable Humidity Drawers
Slide the control all the way to the
High
or setting to provide high
humidity recommended for most
vegetables.
Slide the control all the way to the
Low
or
setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits.
Convertible Meat Drawer
The convertible meat drawer has its own
cold air duct to allow a stream of cold air
from the freezer compartment to flow
around the drawer.
The variable temperature control
regulates
the air flow from the freezer compartment.
Set control lever
down
to the coldest setting
to store fresh meats. If lever is left in meat
position for a long period of time, some
frost may form on the inside of the drawer.
Set control lever
up
to convert the drawer to
normal refrigerator temperature and
provide extra vegetable storage space. Cold
air duct is turned off. Variable settings
between these extremes can be selected.
Normal
Coldest
Automatic Icemaker
(on some models)
The icemaker will produce eight cubes per
cycle—approximately 120 cubes in a 24-hour
period, depending on freezer compartment
temperature, room temperature, number
of door openings and other use conditions.
If the refrigerator is operated before the
water connection is made to the icemaker,
keep the feeler arm in the
STOP
(up)
position.
When the refrigerator has been connected
to the water supply, move the feeler arm to
the
ON
(down) position.
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools
to freezing. A newly-installed refrigerator may
take 8 to 12 hours to begin making ice cubes.
Throw away the first few batches of ice to
allow the water line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the swing of
the feeler arm.
It is normal for several cubes to be joined
together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes
will become cloudy and taste stale.
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About the automatic icemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 8 to 12 hours to begin making ice.
Icemaker
Ice Storage Bin
Feeler arm
in the
STOP
(up) position
Feeler arm
in the
ON
(down) position
Icemaker Accessory Kit
If your refrigerator did not come already
equipped with an automatic icemaker,
an icemaker accessory kit is available at
extra cost.
Check the back of the refrigerator for
the specific icemaker kit needed for
your model.
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About the ice and water dispenser.
On some models
Ice Storage Bin
To remove:
Lift the left corner to free the bin from the
shelf and pull the bin straight out while
supporting it at front and rear.
To replace:
Slide the bin back until the tab on the bin
locks into the slot on the shelf. If the bin
does not go all the way back, remove it and
rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then
push the bin back again.
Rotate
Drive
Mechanism
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
■Do not add ice from trays or bags to
the storage bin. It may not crush or
dispense well.
■Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of
narrow or extra-tall glasses. Backed-up ice
can jam the chute or cause the door in
the chute to freeze shut. If ice is blocking
the chute, poke it through with a wooden
spoon.
■Beverages and foods should not be
quick-chilled in the ice storage bin.
Cans, bottles or food packages in the
storage bin may cause the icemaker or
auger to jam.
■Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
though you selected
CUBED ICE.
This
happens occasionally when a few cubes
accidentally get directed to the crusher.
■After crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip from the chute.
■Sometimes a mound of snow will form on
the door in the ice chute. This condition
is normal and usually occurs when you
have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly.
The snow will eventually evaporate.
■Dispensed water is not ice cold. For
colder water, simply add crushed ice or
cubes before dispensing water.
To Use the Dispenser
Press the rim of the glass gently against the
dispenser pad.
Select
CUBED ICE , CRUSHED ICE
(on some models) or
WATER .
The spill shelf is not self-draining. To
reduce water spotting, the shelf and its grille
should be cleaned regularly.
If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is
first installed, there may be air in the water line
system. Press the dispenser pad for at least two
minutes to remove trapped air from the water
line and to fill the water system. To flush out
impurities in the water line, throw away the first
six glassfuls of water.
A light switch (on some models) turns the
night light
in the dispenser on or off. The
light also comes on when the dispenser pad
is pressed. The light in the dispenser should
be replaced with a 7 watt maximum bulb
when it burns out.
CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other
objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
The dispenser well,
(on some models)
beneath the grille, should be wiped dry. Water
left in the well may leave deposits. Remove
the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to
the well. Soak until the deposits disappear
or become loose enough to rinse away.
The dispenser pad
(on some models). Clean
with warm water and baking soda solution—
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 L) of water. Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dry.
HINT: Open the freezer door part way to prevent
dispensing of ice or water when cleaning.
The door handles and trim.
Clean with a
cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry
with a soft cloth.
Keep the outside clean.
Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent.
Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue
that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring
pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Press here to
remove grille.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors,
leave an open box of
baking soda in the fresh food and freezer
compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this
is not practical, wring excess moisture out of
sponge or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution—
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to a quart (1 L) of water. This both cleans
and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin
layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets
at the hinge side. This helps keep the
gaskets from sticking and bending out of
shape.
Drain opening in freezer compartment.
During
yearly cleaning, remove bottom freezer
basket and flush a solution of baking soda—
1 teaspoon (5 ml) and 2 cups (500 ml) of
hot (not boiling) water—through the drain
line with the help of a meat baster. This will
help eliminate odor and reduce the
likelihood of a clogged drain line. If drain
becomes clogged, use a meat baster and
baking soda solution to force the clog
through the drain line.
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
dishwasher.
Wash ice trays in lukewarm water only—do not
put them in an automatic dishwasher.
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be careful when moving the refrigerator
away from the wall. All types of floor
coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
embossed surfaces.
Pull the refrigerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it straight in.
Moving the refrigerator in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor covering
or refrigerator.
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure
you don’t roll over the power cord or icemaker
supply line (on some models).
Under the Refrigerator
For most efficient operation, keep the
area under the refrigerator clean. Remove
the base grille and sweep away or vacuum
up dust.
For best results, use a brush specially
designed for this purpose. It is available at
most appliance parts stores.
Clean the condenser coils at least
once a year.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by taping them securely
in place to prevent damage.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove
food and unplug the refrigerator. Move
the fresh food control to the (off)
position, and clean the interior with a
baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 L)
of water. Leave the doors open.
Move the icemaker feeler arm (on some
models) to the
STOP
(up) position and shut
off the water supply to the refrigerator.
If the temperature can drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicer drain the water
supply system (on some models) to prevent
serious property damage due to flooding.
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Fresh Food Compartment
Unplug the refrigerator.
Pull off the temperature control knobs.
Pull bottom of light shield down and
forward, then rotate the top up and off.
After replacing with an appliance bulb of the
same or lower wattage, reinstall the light shield,
replace temperature control knobs and plug the
refrigerator back in.
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Freezer Compartment
Unplug the refrigerator.
Remove the shelf just below light shield.
(The shelf will be easier to remove if it is
emptied first.)
Pull the light shield toward you to reach
the bulb.
After replacing with an appliance bulb of the
same or lower wattage, reinstall the shield
and shelf and plug the refrigerator back in.
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Replacing the light bulbs.
Turning the control to the (off) position does not remove power to the light circuit.
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Preparing to install the refrigerator.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Water Supply to the Icemaker
(on some models)
If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line.
A water supply kit (containing copper tubing,
shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is available
at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and
Accessories, 800-626-2002.
Refrigerator Location
Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go below 60°F (16°C)
because it will not run often enough to maintain
proper temperatures.
Install it on a floor strong enough to support it
fully loaded.
Clearances
Allow the following clearances for ease of
installation, proper air circulation and
plumbing and electrical connections:
Sides 5/8″ (15 mm)
Top 1″(25 mm)
If built-in, allow 7/8″(22 mm) for hinge covers.
Back 1″(25 mm)
If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side,
allow the following door clearances:
19′–25′models 3/4″(19 mm)
27′models 11/2″(38 mm)
Rollers
The rollers have 3 purposes:
Rollers adjust so the door closes easily when
opened about halfway. [Raise the front about
5/8″(15 mm) from the floor.]
To assure that the doors will close automatically
from a halfway open position, there is a built-in tilt
from the front to the back of the cabinet. Side-byside refrigerators also have specially designed door
hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened,
allowing the force of gravity to help close them
securely.
Rollers adjust so the refrigerator is firmly
positioned on the floor and does not wobble.
Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator away
from the wall for cleaning.
To adjust the rollers,
remove the base grille by pulling
it out at the bottom.
Turn the roller adjusting screws
clockwise to raise
the refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower
it. Use an
adjustable wrench (3/8″hex head bolt) or pliers.
To replace base grille,
align prongs on back of grille
with clamps in cabinet and push forward until grille
snaps into place.
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Installing the water line.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Before You Begin
When connecting a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System to your refrigerator, the only
approved installation is with a GE RVKIT.
If the water supply to the refrigerator is from a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System
AND the refrigerator also has a water filter, use the refrigerator’s filter bypass plug. Using
the refrigerator’s water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the RO filter can result in
hollow ice cubes and slower water flow from the water dispenser.
This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer.
Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage
to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber
to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to the
hot water line.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line, make sure the
icemaker feeler arm is kept in the STOP (up) position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) during installation, be sure the
device is insulated or wired in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock.
All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.
What You Will Need
To determine how much copper tubing you need:
Measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the
water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet (244 cm). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
[about 8 feet (244 cm) coiled into 3 turns of about 10 inches (25 cm) diameter] to allow
the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.
■
A water supply kit
(containing copper tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is
available at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 800-626-2002.
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Cold water supply.
The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4–8.2 bar).
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Power drill.
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Copper tubing,
1/4″outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the water supply. Be sure
both ends of the tubing are cut square.
Do not use plastic tubing or plastic fittings because the water supply line is under
pressure at all times. Certain types of plastic tubing may become brittle with age and
crack, resulting in water leakage.
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Two 1/4″outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves)—
to connect the copper
tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.
■If your existing water line has a flared fitting at the end, you will need an
adapter
(available at
plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator
OR
you can cut off the
flared fitting with a
tube cutter
and then use a compression fitting.
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Shutoff valve
to connect to the cold water line. The shutoff valve should have a water inlet
with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32″at the point of connection to the
COLD WATER
LINE.
Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing,
make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes.
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Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Installing the water line.
Shut Off the Main Water Supply
Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water.
Install the Shutoff Valve
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest
frequently used drinking water line.
Choose a location for 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 from
the water pipe.
Drill a 1/4″hole in the water pipe, using a sharp
bit. Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the
hole in the pipe.
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe
with the pipe clamp.
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing
washer begins to swell.
Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper
tubing.
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Route the Copper Tubing and Connect It to the Shutoff Valve
Route the copper tubing between the cold water
line and the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall
or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
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.
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the
shutoff valve.
Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve.
Tighten the compression nut securely.
Turn On the Water and Flush Out the Tubing
Turn the main water supply on and flush out the
tubing until the water is clear.
Shut the water off at the water valve after about
one quart (1 L) of water has been flushed
through the tubing.
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Washer
Inlet End
Pipe Clamp
Vertical Cold Water Pipe
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve
Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve
Compression Nut
Packing Nut
Outlet Valve
Ferrule (sleeve)
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Connect the Tubing to the Refrigerator
Before making the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power
cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.
We recommend installing a water filter if your water
supply has sand or particles that could clog the
screen of the refrigerator’s water valve. Install it in
the water line near the refrigerator.
Remove screws and fold back access cover.
Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water
valve (refrigerator connection).
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown.
Insert the end of the copper tubing into the
water valve connection as far as possible. While
holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.
Fasten the copper tubing into the clamp
provided to hold it in a vertical position.
You may need to pry open the clamp.
One of the illustrations below will look like the connection
on your refrigerator.
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2
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Turn the Water On at the Shutoff Valve
Tighten any connections that leak. Replace the access cover and screws (on some
models).
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Plug In the Refrigerator
Arrange the coil of copper tubing so that it does not
vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against
the wall.
Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
Start the Icemaker
Set the icemaker feeler arm 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
automatically if the icemaker feeler arm is in the
ON
(down) position.
NOTE: The icemaker may double-cycle when it first starts,
causing some water spillage from the icemaker into the
ice bucket. This is normal and should not happen again.
1/4″
Compression
Nut
1/4″Copper
Tubing
Remove screws
and fold back
access cover.
Ferrule
(sleeve)
Tubing Clamp
Refrigerator
Connection
OR
1/4″Compression Nut
1/4″Copper
Tubing
Ferrule (sleeve)
Tubing Clamp
Refrigerator
Connection
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Normal operating sounds.
Depending on the placement of the refrigerator in your kitchen,
you may want to place a piece of rubber backed carpet under
the refrigerator to reduce noise.
The new high efficiency compressor runs faster and will have a higher pitch hum
or pulsating sound while operating.
Defrost timer and refrigerator control click on and off.
The fan circulating air inside the freezer which keeps the temperatures
throughout.
Water dropping on the defrost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or popping
sound during the defrost cycle.
The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils sounds like boiling
water or a gurgling noise.
Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction
during defrost and refrigeration following defrost.
Water dripping as it melts from the evaporator and flows to the drain pan
during the defrost cycle.
Icemaker
(on some models)
The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water. If the feeler
arm is in the
ON
(down) position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up
to water. Keeping the feeler arm in the
ON
(down) position before it is hooked up
to water can damage the icemaker. To prevent this, raise the feeler arm to the
STOP
(up) position. This will stop the buzzing.
The sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as
icemaker refills.
Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator does not
Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
operate
Fresh food control • Move the fresh food control to a temperature setting.
in (off) position.
Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit •Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.
Vibration or rattling
Rollers need adjusting. •See
Rollers.
(slight vibration
is normal)
These sounds are normal
and are due mostly to highly
efficient operation.
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Motor operates for
Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely
long periods or cycles
is first plugged in. cool down.
on and off frequently.
Often occurs when large • This is normal.
(Modern refrigerators
amounts of food are
with more storage
placed in refrigerator.
space and a larger
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
freezer require more
Hot weather or frequent • This is normal.
operating time. They
door openings.
start and stop often
Temperature controls • See
About the controls.
to maintain even
set at the coldest setting.
temperatures.)
Grille and condenser •See
Care and cleaning.
need cleaning.
Orange glow in freezer
Defrost heater is on. • This is normal.
Fresh food or freezer
Temperature control not set • See
About the controls.
compartment too warm
cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent •Set the temperature control one step colder.
door openings. See
About the controls.
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
Frost or ice crystals
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
on frozen food
Too frequent or too long
(frost within package
door openings.
is normal)
Divider between fresh
Automatic energy saver •This helps prevent condensation on the outside.
food and freezer
system circulates warm
compartment feels warm
liquid around front edge
of freezer compartment.
Automatic icemaker
Icemaker feeler arm in • Move the feeler arm to the
ON
(down) position.
does not work
the
STOP
(up) position.
• Cubes may have fused to the side of the mold. Move
(on some models)
the feeler arm to the
STOP
(up) position then remove
these cubes.
Water supply turned off or • See
Installing the water line.
not connected.
Freezer compartment • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely
too warm. cool down.
Piled up cubes in the storage •Level cubes by hand.
bin cause the icemaker
to shut off.
Ice cubes have
Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
odor/taste
Food transmitting odor/taste • Wrap foods well.
to ice cubes.
Interior of refrigerator •See
Care and cleaning.
needs cleaning.
Slow ice cube freezing
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
Temperature control not set • See
About the controls.
cold enough.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Cube dispenser does not
Icemaker turned off or • Turn on icemaker or water supply.
work (on some models)
water supply turned off.
Ice cubes are frozen to • Remove cubes and move the feeler arm to the
icemaker feeler arm.
ON
(down) position.
Irregular ice clumps in • Break up with fingertip pressure and discard
storage container. remaining clumps.
•Freezer may be too warm. Adjust the freezer control
to a colder setting, one position at a time, until
clumps do not form.
Water has poor taste/odor
Water dispenser has not been •Dispense water until all water in system is replenished.
(on some models)
used for a long time.
Water dispenser does
Water supply line turned • See
Installing the water line.
not work (on some models)
off or not connected.
Water filter clogged. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug.
Air may be trapped in the •Press the dispenser pad for at least two minutes.
water system.
Water is not dispensed
Water in reservoir is •Call for service.
but icemaker is working
frozen.
(on some models)
No water or ice cube
Supply line or shutoff • Call a plumber.
production
valve is clogged.
(on some models)
Water filter clogged. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug.
Refrigerator has odor
Foods transmitting • Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped.
odor to refrigerator.
• Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator;
replace every three months.
Interior needs cleaning. •See
Care and cleaning.
Moisture forms on
Not unusual during •Wipe surface dry.
outside of refrigerator
periods of high humidity.
Moisture collects inside
Too frequent or too
(in humid weather, air
long door openings.
carries moisture into
refrigerator when doors
are opened)
Interior light does
No power at outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
not work
Light bulb burned out. •See
Replacing the light bulbs.
Water on kitchen floor or
Drain in the bottom of • See
Care and cleaning.
on bottom of freezer
the freezer clogged.
Cubes jammed in chute. •Poke ice through with a wooden spoon.
Door not closing
Door gasket on hinge side •Apply petroleum jelly on face of gasket.
properly
sticking or folding over.
Small or hollow cubes
Water filter clogged. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with plug.
(on some models)
Water spurting from
Newly-installed filter cartridge. • Run water from the dispenser for 1 minute (about a
dispenser
(on some
half gallon).
models)
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Hot air from bottom
Normal air flow cooling •Your floor covering supplier should be consulted if you
of refrigerator
motor. In the refrigeration object to this discoloration.
process, it is normal that
heat be expelled in the
area under the refrigerator.
Some floor coverings will
discolor at these normal
and safe temperatures.
CONSUMER WARRANTY
(for customers in Canada)
Your refrigerator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship.
What is covered How Long Warranted Parts Labour
(From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace
at Camco’s Option
Compressor Ten (10) Years Ten (10) Years Five (5) Years
Sealed System (including Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years
evaporator, condenser
tubing and refrigerant)
All Other Parts One (1) Year One (1) Year One (1) Year
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
This warranty applies only for single
family domestic use in Canada when the
Refrigerator has been properly installed
according to the instructions supplied by
Camco and is connected to an adequate
and proper utility service.
Damage due to abuse, accident, commercial
use, and alteration or defacing of the serial
plate cancels all obligations of this warranty.
Service during this warranty must be performed
by an Authorized Camco Service Agent.
Neither Camco nor the Dealer is liable for any
claims or damages resulting from any failure
of the Refrigerator or from service delays
beyond their reasonable control.
To obtain warranty service, purchaser must
present the original bill of sale. Components
repaired or replaced are warranted through the
remainder of the original warranty period only.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory
warranty.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
• Service trips to your home to teach you how
to use the product.
• Damage to finish after delivery.
• Improper installation—proper installation
includes adequate air circulation to the
refrigeration system, adequate electrical,
plumbing and other connecting facilities.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of
circuit breakers.
• Replacement of light bulbs.
• Damage to product caused by accident, fire,
floods or acts of God.
• Loss of food due to spoilage.
• Proper use and care of product as listed
in the owner’s manual, proper setting of
controls.
• WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
IMPORTANT
Keep this warranty and your bill of sale as proof of original purchase and purchase date.
Camco Service is available coast to coast.
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, contact:
Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc.,
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane, Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3
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Refrigerator Warranty
(For customers in the United States)
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service,
call 800-GE-CARES.
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year Any part
of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the
During this
full one-year warranty,
we will also provide,
free of charge,
all labor
original purchase
and in-home service to replace the defective part.
Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating system
(the compressor, condenser, evaporator
From the date of the
and all connecting tubing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
original purchase
During this
five-year warranty,
we will also provide,
free of charge,
all labor and
in-home service to replace the defective part.
Lifetime Any see-through pan or drawer
furnished with the refrigerator if the pan or drawer
From the date of the
breaks during normal household use. Drawer covers are not included.
original purchase
Thirty Days Any part
of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or
From the date of the
workmanship. During this
full thirty-day warranty,
we will also provide,
free of charge,
original purchase
all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
■Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the
product.
■Improper installation.
■Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
■Loss of food due to spoilage.
■Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
■Replacement of the water filter cartridge due to water
pressure that is outside the specified operating range or
due to excessive sediment in the water supply.
■Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or
acts of God.
■Incidental or consequential damage to personal property
caused by possible defects with this appliance.
What Is Not Covered:
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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