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Safety Instructions .......... 2-4

Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker ............... 7

Care and Cleaning ................. 8

Shelves ......................... 5, 6

Storage Drawers ................... 6

Temperature Controls .............. 5

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator .................... 9

Reversing the Door Swing ..... 13-1 6

Water Line Installation ........ 10-1 2

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call For Service ...... 17, 18

Normal Operating Sounds ........ 17

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ...... Back Cover

Refrigerator Warranty .......... 19

Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

You can find them on a label on the upper left side of the fresh food compartment.

Models16,17, 18

197D8622PO01 49-60655-2 11-11GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

DANGER! RISKOF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER

DISPOSALOFTHE REFRIGERATOR

Child entrapment and suffocation are not

problems of the past, Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous,,,even if they

will sit for 'lust 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:

Refrigerants

All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal, If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with the company handling the disposal about what

to do,

Take offthe doors,

Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside,

If the refrigerator has a lock make it unusable

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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,

A DANGER! RISQUES POUR LES ENFANTS

COMMENTVOUSDEBARRASSER CONVENABLEMENTDEVOTREANCIENREFRIGERATEUR

Les enfants pris au piege ou morts d'asphyxie

sont toujours d'actualite, Les rdrigerateurs abandonnes sont toujours aussi dangereux,

m6me si on n'attend que <<quelquesjours>> pour s'en debarrasser, Si vous ne gardez pas

votre ancien refrigerateur, veuillez suivre les directives ci-dessous afin de prevenir les accidents,

Avantde vous debarrasser de votreancien refrigerateurou congelateur •

Demontez les portes, Laissez les clayettes en place afin d'emp6cher

les enfants de grimper ;_I'interieur,

Refrigerants

Tousles appareils de refrigeration contiennent des

refrigerants qui, conformement aux lois federales, doivent 6tre enleves avant toute elimination de

I'appareil, Si vous vous debarrassez de vieux appareils de refrigeration, verifiez, aup@s de la societe qui s'occupe de leur elimination, ce que vous devez faire,

CORDONSPROLONGATEURS

Nous vous recommandons fortement de ne pas utiliser de cordons prolongateurs _ cause des risques potentiels qu'ils presentent dans certaines conditions,

Toutefois si vous decidez d'utiliser tout de m6me un cordon prolongateur, ilest absolument necessaire qu'il s'agisse d'un cordon _ 3 fils avec raise _ la terre pour appareils electromenagers homologue UL(aux Etats-

Unis) ou certifie CSA (au Canada), pourvu d'une fiche et d'une prise mises _ la terre de 15 amperes (minimum) et

de 120 volts,

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON. READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING!

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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 refrigerator must be properly installed

and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used,

} Do not attempt to or allow children to climb, stand or

hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet.

Skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.

} Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors

and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance,

: 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.

} Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making

repairs,

: 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.

NOTE:We strongly recommend that any servicing be

performed by a qualified individual.

} Turning the temperature control to the OFF position does

not remove power to the light circuit.

}i Do not refreeze frozen foods which have

thawed completely,

}i Do not allow children to play with refrigerator or

tamper with controls,

Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light may break when being replaced.)

MESURES DE SECURITE IMPORTANTES.LISEZ D'ABORD TOUTES LES DIRECTIVES.

AVERTISSEMENT!

N'utilisez cet electromenager que pour I'usage auquel il est destine, comme explique dans le

present manuel.

MESURESDESECURITE

Lorsque vous utilisez un appareil electrique, observez toujours les mesures de securite de base,

y compris les suivantes.

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Installez le refrigerateur conformement aux directives

d'installation avant de I'utiliser.

Ne laissez pas les enfants grimper, s'asseoir, se tenir debout ni se pendre aux clayettes du refrigerateur. IIspourraient endommager le refrigerateur et se blesser gravement.

N'entreposez et n'utilisez pas d'essence ou autres vapeurs et liquides inflammables h proximite de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil e.lectrome.nager.

Eloignez les doigts des parties du refrigerateur o@I'on peut facilement se pincer: les espaces entre les portes et entre les portes et les placards sont toujours etroits. Soyez prudent Iorsque vous fermez les portes de I'appareil en presence des

enfants.

Debranchez votre refrigerateur avant de le nettoyer ou de le reparer,

Si votre refrigerateur est dote d'une machine t_glagons

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automatique evitez le contact avec les pieces mobiles du mecanisme ejecteur, ou avec I%Bment chauffant qui libere les glagons. Ne posez pas les doigts ou les mains sur le mecanisme de la machine t_ glagons pendant que le refrigerateur est branche.

Ne touchez pas les surfaces froides du congelateur si

vous avez les mains humides ou mouillees :la peau

risque d'adherer t_ces surfaces tres ffoides. REMARQUE : Nous vous recommandons vivement de

confier toute reparation t_ un technicien qualifie. Lorsque vous reglez la commande sur 0 (eteint),

I'alimentation electrique de I'ampoule n'est pas coupee. Ne recongelez pas les aliments surgeBs qui ont

compDtement degeB. Le refrigerateur doit 6tre debranche avant de remplacer

I'ampoule afin d%viter tout contact avec un fil de c_ble sous tension,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

HOW TOCONNECTELECTRICITY

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 isequipped 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,

Havethe 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 itsown individual electrical outlet which has a voltage, wattage and frequency that match the rating plate,

This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause afire

hazard from overheated wires, Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power

cord, Always grip plug firmly and pullstraight 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,

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETYINFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

MESURESDES¢CURITEIMPORTANTES. LISEZD'ABORD TOUTESLESDIRECTIVES.

AVERTISSEMENT!

RACCORDEMENTELECTRIQUE

Ne coupez ni retirez en aucun cas la troisierne broche (raise a la terre) de la fiche du cordon d'alimentation. Pour votre securite, cet appareil dolt etre correctement mis a la terre.

Le cordon d'alimentation de cet appareil est muni d'une fiche h 3 broches (mise h la terre) qui se branche dans une prise murale ordinaire h 3 alveoles (miseh la terre) pour reduire au minimum les risques de chocs electriques,

Faites examiner la prise de courant et le circuit par un electricien qualifie pour vous assurer que la prise est

correctement raise _ la terre, Sila prise murale est du type standard _ 2 alveoles, ilvous

incombe de lafaire remplacer par une prise _ 3 alveoles correctement raise _ la terre,

Le @frigerateur doit toujours 6tre branche dans sa propre prise de courant, dont la tension nominale est identique _ celle indiquee sur la plaque signaBtique,

Cette precaution est recommandee pour garantir un rendement optimum et eviter une surcharge des circuits electriques de la @sidence,ce qui pourrait creer un risque d'incendie par surchauffe des ills,

Ne debranchezjamais le@ffigerateur en tirant sur le cordon d'alimentation, Saisissezfermement la fiche du

cordon et tirez droit pour la retirer de la prise, Reparez ou remplacez immediatement tout cordon

effiloche ou endommage, N'utilisez pas un cordon fendille ou p@sentant des signes d'usure,

Lorsque vous deplacez votre @ffigerateur du mur, faites attention de ne pas lefaire rouler sur lecordon d'alimentation afin de ne pas I'endommager,

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Aboutthe temperature controldial.

Turning the dial to 0/Off stops cooling in both compartmentsifresh food and freezer. It does not shut off power to the refrigerator.

Temperature Control Dial (on some models)

The temperature control dial adjust refrigerator from warmest to coldest, The recommended factory setting is shown in illustration to the left, For colder temperature turn dial clockwise toward snowflake, For warmer temperature turn dial counter clockwise away from snowflake, allow 24 hours for adjustment,

Recommened

factory setting Coldest setting Warmest setting

Aboutthe fresh food compartmentshelves.

Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.

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FT]Tilt up

Half-Width Shelves

One end of the shelf rests on a molded side- wall support; a bracket on the other end

hooks into a track on the rear cabinet wall,

To remove, lift the shelf up at front, then off the support and out of the track,

To replace, select desired shelf height, With shelf front raised slightly, hook the bracket's top lug into the track, then lower the shelf onto the support,

NOTE:The shelf to the right of the track is designed to hook into the right-hand slot; the shelf to the left is designed to hook into the

left-hand slot,

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Toremovethefull-width shelves

Full-Width Shelves

Some models have a stationary tempered glass shelf, a spillproof shelf, or two steel wire stationary shelves, These shelves can be moved to another place in the fresh food compartment,

When placed correctly on the shelf supports, the shelf will stop before coming completely out of the refrigerator and will not tilt when you place food on it or remove food from it,

Toremove afull-width shelfwhen thefresh food compartmentdoor cannot beopenedfully

Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)

Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves, To remove or replace the shelves, see the above instructions,

About the freezer corn artment shelves.

Step Shelf (on some models)

To remove the step shelf:

Z] Lift left side of shelf slightly,

r_ Move shelf to the left to free its right ends

from holes in the cabinet wall,

-_ ower right side of shelf, move shelf to the right and take it out,

To replace the step shelf:

Z] With shelf tilted as shown, fit left ends of

shelf into holes in cabinet wall,

[_-1Lift left side of shelf slightly, 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 useful location for your family's

needs,

About storage drawer and cover removal, GEAppl ances.com

Not all features are on all models.

Humidity Contro!

HiGH LOW

Adjustable Humidity Drawer (on some models)

Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the way to the LOW

HIGH setting to provide high humidity setting to provide lower humidity levels

recommended for most vegetables, recommended for most fruits,

Drawer and Cover Removal

Drawers can be removed easily by grasping the sidesand lifting up slightly while pulling drawers

past the slop location.

Full=Width Drawer with Plastic Cover

To remove the cover, lift it off its supports,

pull it forward, tilt it and take it out,

Twin Drawer Shelf

To remove:

_] Remove the drawers,

[_-] Reach in, push the front of glass cover up,

and at the same time, pull it forward as

far as it will come.

Tilt it and take it out. Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause it to break.

F_ Remove the drawer frame, (Always

remove the glass cover before you take out the drawer frame,)

Lift the frame off the supports at each side and back, pull it forward, tilt it and take it out,

To replace:

-_ ower the frame until it rests on the supports at each side and back,

[2--]Replace the glass cover, pushing its rear

edge firmly into the rear frame channel and gently lowering the front into place,

F_ Replace the drawers.

About the automatic icemaker.

A newly-installed refrigerator

Thereare2 types of icemakers:

FeelerArm

PowerSwitch

Power switch model

i theSTOP

FeelerArmin up position

theON (down)..........

position

Feeler arm model

may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.

Automatic Icemaker (on some models)

The icemaker will produce approximately 70-100 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on the freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and

other use conditions. Ifthe refrigerator isoperated before the water

connection ismade to the icemaker, set the switch to OFF or move the feeler arm to the

STOP(up) position, When the refrigerator has been connected to

the water supply, set the switch to the ON position or move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position, The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to 15°F,A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes,

Once the icemaker starts to make ice, it may take up to 48 hours to fill the bin, depending on the temperature settings and number of door openings,

You will hear a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with water,

Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear,

Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm.

When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice. It is normal for several cubes to bejoined together. If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become cloudy, taste stale, shrink or fuse

together. Icemaker Accessory Kit

Ifyour refrigerator did not already come equipped with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit isavailable at extra cost.

Check the back of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for

your model.

Careand cleaningof the refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The door handles and trim (on some models), 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, The stainless steel panels and door handles (on some

models) can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner, Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel,

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,

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 liter)

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,

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,

Condenser

There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal

home operating

environments, However, in environments that may be

Cleaning the condenser coils, particularly dusty or greasy,

the condenser should be

cleaned periodically for efficient refrigerator operation, To clean the condenser, turn the temperature control dial

to OFF, 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,

Moving 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,

Turn the leveling legs at each front corner of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator, 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),

After rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator,

Light Bulb Replacement

To replace a burned-out bulb, unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet, unscrew the bulb when cool and

replace it with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage,

Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit,

Preparing for Vacation

For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator, Move the temperature control dial 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 liter) of water, Leave the doors open,

Move the feeler arm to the STOP (up) position, or move the switch to the OFF position on the slide switch model 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,

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,

Installation Instructions Models 16, 17, 18

If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARESor visitourWebsiteat: GEAppliances.com

In Canada,call 1.800.561.3344or VisitourWebsiteat:www.geappliances.ca

BEFOREYOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

. IMPORTANT- Savetheseinstructionsfor

local inspector's use.

. IMPORTANT- Observea,,governing

codes and ordinances.

o Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

o Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions

for future reference.

, Skill level- Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical skills.

* Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

15 minutes Reversing the Door Swing

1 hour

* Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. * Product failure due to improper installation is not

covered under the Warranty.

WATER SUPPLYTO 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, by visiting our Website at GEApp/iances.com (in Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and Accessories,

1.800.661.1616.

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 3/4" (19 mm)

* Top 1" (25 mm) * Back 2" (50 mm)

ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS

Leveling legs near each front corner of the refrigerator are adjustable. They firmly position the refrigerator and prevent it from moving when the doors are opened. Leveling legs should be set so the front of the refrigerator is raised just enough that the doors close easily when opened about halfway.

Turn the leveling legsclockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

Rollers next to the leveling legs allow you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.

Turn the legs counterclockwise until the weight of the refrigerator is transferred from them to the rollers. After rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ONSOMEMODELS}

BEFOREYOU BEGIN

Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WXSX3 or WXSX4, depending on the amount of tubing

you need, Approved plastic water supply lines are GE

SmartConnect TMRefrigerator Tubing (WXOSX10006, WXOSX10015 and WXOSX10025),

When connecting your refrigerator to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is

with a GE RVKit, For other reverse osmosis water systems, follow the manufacturer's recommendations,

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 switch is set to OFF or the feeler arm

in the STOP (up) position, Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas whe re

temperatures fall below freezing, When using any electrical device (such as a power drill)

during installation, be sure 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 plumbing code requirements,

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

, Copper or GE SmartConnect 'MRefrigerator Tubing kit,

1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the water supply, If using copper, be sure 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 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation,

WHAT YOUWILL NEED(CONT,)

GE SmartConnect TMRefrigerator Tubing Kits are available in the following lengths:

6' (1,8m) - WXO8Xl0006 15' (4,6m) - WXO8X10015 25' (7,6m) - WXO8X10025

Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8' (2,4 m) as described above,

NOTE: The only 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.

, AGE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve

and fittings listed below) is available at extra cost from

your dealer or from Parts and Accessories,

1,800,661,1616,

, A cold water supply, The water pressure must be

between 20 and 120 p,s,i, (1,4-8,1 bar),

, Power drill. AL,_ ,_ , 1/2" or adjustable wrench.

, Straight and Phillips

blade screwdriver.

, Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and

2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect

valve and the refrigerator water valve, - ""_"',-_

OR , If you are using a GE SmartConnect TMRefrigerator

Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled to the tubing,

, If your existing copper 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,

Do not cut formed end from GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator tubing,

, 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,

Installation Instructions

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line,

rT]SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY

AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR

Turn on the nearest faucet (counterclockwise) long enough to clear the line of water.

12]DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

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 (even if using a self-

piercing valve), using a sharp bit, Remove any burrs

resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe, Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill. Failure to

drill a 1/4" hole may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes.

r3] FASTENTHE SHUTOFFVALVE

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with

the pipe clamp, Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer

begins to swell. NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush the

tubing.

PipeClamp-------_

ClampScrew_

Saddle-Type_/' ShutoffValve

Washer

/_lnlet End

VerticalCold WaterPipe

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are

illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the 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. 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 (sleeve) for copper tubing 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. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect TM

Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening may

cause leaks.

iression

Nut

Saddle-Type ShutoffValve _ SmartC0nnect_

Tubing

PackingNut.

OutletValve -- Ferrule(sleeve)

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to, Saddle valves are

illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts, Consult with your licensed plumber,

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn the main water supply on (counterclockwise) and flush out the tubing until the water is clear.

Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed through the tubing,

Installation Instructions

INSTALLINGTHEWATERLINE(CONT.)

[] CONNECTTHETUBING

TOTHE REFRIGERATOR

NOTES:

. 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, If using GE SmartConnecf M

Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will need an additional tube (WXO8X10002) to connect the filter, Do not cut plastic tube to install filter,

Remove the access cover, _ I

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, On GE SmartConnect ,MRefrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to the tubing,

Insert the end of the tubing into the water valve connection as far as possible, While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting,

For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect TM

Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to hold it in a vertical position, You may need to pry open the clamp,

1/4"Copper

Tubing

TubingClamp

1/4"Compression Nut

Ferrule(sleeve)

Refrig

SmartConnecfM Tubing

Reattach the access cover_;____.___2___w

[] TURN THE WATER

ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Tighten any connections that leak,

PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate

against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall, Push the refrigerator back to the wall,

ITO]STARTTHE ICEMAKER

On power switch models, set the icemaker power switch to the ON position, On feeler arm models, move the 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,

Power

switch

Powerswitch model

Armin

theON(down)position

Feelerarmmodel

NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver enough

water to the icemaker,

REVERSING

Installation instructions

THE DOOR SWING

IMPORTANT NOTES

When reversing the door swing:

• Read the instructions all the way through before starting.

• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them

in the wrong places. Provide a non-scratching work surface for

the doors.

IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed.

These instructions are for changing the hinges from

the right side to the left side--if you ever want to change the

hinges back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all references to left and right.

TOOLS REQUIRED

Phillipsscrewdriver

Maskingtape

5/16"hex-head socketdriver

T20or T25Torxdriver (neededfor somemodels)

Puttyknifeorthin-blade screwdriver

5/16"open-end

wrench

[]REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape.

2.2With a 5/16" hex-head socket driver, remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet.

2.3 Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in the top of the door and set it aside,

along with its screws.

TopHinge

11"

2.4 Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the cabinet. Lift it off the center hinge pin.

2.5Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the outside up.

m BEFORE YOU START

1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical

outlet.

1.2Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment.

CAUTION: Do not let either door drop to the floor. To

do so could damage the door stop.

2.6Transfer the 2 screws from the opposite side of the cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the top hinge

removal.

Installation instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

[_] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR

3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape.

3.2Using a 5/16" hex-head socket screwdriver and a

5/16" open-end wrench, remove the two screws holding the center hinge to the cabinet. Lift the center hinge to free its pin from the socket in the top of the door, and set hinge and screws aside. Be

careful net to lose the center hinge spacer and washer.

3.3 Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the cabinet. Lift the door from the pin in the bottom hinge bracket. (if the plastic washer sticks to the door bottom, put it back on the hinge.)

3.4Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching surface.

_-IREMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.)

3.STransfer the two screws from the opposite side of the cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the center hinge

removal.

3.6Transfer the washer (if your model has one) to the opposite side.

3.TTake one of the screws removed in step 2 and start it in the outermost screw hole on the opposite side. Do not

drive it all the way down--leave enough space under the screw head for thickness of the bracket.

F-----

[_]REVERSING THE HARDWARE

4.1 Move the bottom hinge bracket and plastic washer From the right side to the left side,

Plastic

"-"_ I Washer

Switchthe hingepint0 the ¢.!!.¢---.! _J oppositesideofthe bracket. _,_j:

Hinge_ _ Bracket

Installation instructions

E_]REVERSING THE HARDWARE (CONT.)

4.2 Interchange hinge and screws at top right with screws at top left of cabinet. Do net tighten screws on hinge side at this time.

Installingthe hingeonthe left. Installingthe hingeonthe right.

NOTES:

* Some hinges have four holes. Which holes you use

for installing the hinge depends on which side you

install the hinge.

* The outer edge of the hinge should be parallel to the

edge of the case for correct installation.

F-_REVERSING THE DOOR

HANDLES (CONT.)

5.1.3 Remove plug button from the top hinge hole on the left side of the door and insert it into the hole on the

opposite side that was vacated by removal of the top hinge.

PlugB_

5.1o4 Pull the plug button from the front of the door and transfer it to the opposite side.

PlugButton

..__J

Toreattachthe

handleonthe oppositeside.

_] REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES

5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle

5.1.1 Remove the handle plug using a tape-tipped putty knife under the edge, and remove the

screw underneath. Remove the two screws

_' holding the handle to the top of the door.

Plug,_

5.2 Transfer door stop

5.2.1 Move the plastic door stop and screws from

the right side to the left side.

DoorStop

_/ RightSide

5.2.2 Move the metal door stop from the right side to the left side and transfer the screw to the

opposite side of the door.

LeftSide Metal DoorStop

5.3 Reinstall the fresh food door handle

5.3.1 Attach the handle to the right side of the door with screws at the top

and under the handle plug.

5.3.2 Reinstall the handle plug.

Installation instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR

[] REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.)

5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle

5.4.1 Remove the screw holding the handle

to the top of the door and the two

screws holding the handle to the bottom

of the door,

5.4.2 Remove the handle,

5.4.3 Remove the screw from the

right top edge of the door and insert it into the handle

screw hole on the left side,

I 5.4.4 Transfer the door stop as shown in preceding I

section 5,2, 1

5.4.5 Attach the handle to the right edge of the door with screws at top and bottom,

using bottom holes vacated by removal of the door stop

screws,

[]RE-HANGING THE DOORS

6.1 Re-hang the fresh food door

6olol Lower the fresh food door onto the

bottom hinge pin. Be sure the washer

is in place on the pin.

Plastic Washer

SWING (CONT.)

FG]RE-HANGING THE DOORS (CONT.)

6.1.2 Insert the pin on the center hinge into the socket in the top of the door, Place the spacer, then the washer, on the

hinge pin, NOTE: The center hinge must

be turned over as shown when mounted on the left side,

Washel

6.1.3

and Spacer

Tilt the door toward the cabinet, As the door is brought into position, slide the hinge under the head of the screw

which earlier had been partly driven into the outermost

hole, Insert the remaining screw, then tighten both screws

securely

Re-hang the freezer door

Lower the freezer door '_I onto the center hinge pin. Be sure the Center Hing_

washerandspacer IL

are in place on the pin. _ _-

and Spacer

6.2.2 Tilt the door toward the cabinet, lifting the top hinge so the pin fits into the socket on the top of the door,

6.2.3. Make sure the door is slightly above the top of the cabinet and the gap between the doors is even across the front, Tighten the top hinge screws, Do not overtighten these screws-tighten them until they are just snug, then turn them another one-half turn,

Normal operating sounds. GEApp/Ja.cescom

Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features

and use newer technology.

Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.

[] The new high efficiency HUMMM,,,

compressor may run

1All mflLJ_,_m !

fasterandIongerthan--wnuumn,,,

your old refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is operating.

[] You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.

This isdue to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.

CLICKS,POPS,

CRACKSand CHIRPS

[] You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the

refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.

[] The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound

when attempting to restart (this could take

up to 5 minutes).

[] Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after

defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.

[] On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you

may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.

WHIR!

[]

You may hear the fans spinning at

high speeds. This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when

a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer compartments. The fans are helping to maintain the correct temperatures.

WATERSOUNDS

[] The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may

make a gurgling noise like boiling water.

[] Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling,

popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.

[] A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice

melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.

[] Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to

pressure equalization.

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.

Possible Causes What To Do

Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. , Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. operate Temperature control dial , Move the temperature control dial to a temperature

in OFF position, setting. Refrigerator is unplugged. , Push the plug completely into the outlet.

The fuse isblown/circuit , Replace fuse or reset the breaker. breaker is tripped.

Vibration or rattling (slight Roller screws or leveling legs , See Rollers and Leveling Legs.

vibration is normal} need adjusting.

Fresh food or freezer Temperature control dial , See About the temperature control dial.

compartment too warm not set coM enough.

Warm weather or frequent • Set the temperature control dial one step colder. door openings. See About the temperature control dial.

Door left open. , Check to see if package is holding door open. Package Mocking air duct in , Check to see if package is blocking air duct in freezer

freezer compartment, compartment.

Beforeyoucall for service...

Troubleshooting Tips

Possible Causes What To Do

Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and isfirst plugged in, cool down,

off frequently. (Modern Often occurs when large . This isnormal, refrigerators with more amounts of food are

storage space and a larger placed in refrigerator. space and a larger freezer

require more operating Door left open. . Check to see if package isholding door open, time. They start and stop Hot weather or frequent * This is normal,

often to maintain even door openings. temperatures.)

Temperature control dial * SeeAbout the temperature control dial,

set at the coldest setting. Grille and condenser , See Care and cleaning,

need cleaning. Frost or icecrystals Door left open. , Check to see if package isholding door open, on frozen food Too frequent or too long

(frost within package door openings. is normal)

Automatic icemaker Icemaker isnot on. • Move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position, does not work or move the power switch to the ON position

(onsome models} 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.

Frequent"buzzing" sound Icemaker ison but the water • Move the feeler arm to the STOP(up)position, or move

supply to the refrigerator has the power switch to the OFF position,

not been connected Keeping it on will damage the water valve,, Cubes too small Water shutoff va lve connecting. Call the plumber to clear the valve,

refrigerator to water line may

be dogged. Slow icecube freezing Door left open. . Check to see if package isholding door open,

Temperature control dial . SeeAbout the temperature control dial,

not set cold enough. ice cubes have Icestorage 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. Moisture forms on Not unusual during , Wipe surface dry and reset temperature control dial

cabinet surface periods of high humidity, one setting colder, between the doors

Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too (in humid weather, air long door openings.

carries moisture into refrigerator when doors

re opened) 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,

Refrigerator Warranty. (Forcustomers in the United States)

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care"_technician. To schedule service,

on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call

(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model

number available when calling for service.

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

GE Will Replace:

GEand GE PROFILEMODELS:

One Year Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. From the date of the During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and original purchase related service to replace the defective part.

Thirty Days

_Vater filter, if includedl From the orignal

3urchase date of

the refrigerator

Any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship,

During this limited thirty-day warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, a replacement water

filter cartridge,

GEPROFILEMODELSONLY:

(GEProfile models on!y) Erom the date of the original purchase

Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator

and all connecting tubing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited five-year sealed refrigerating system warranty, GEwill also provide,

free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part in the sealed

refrigerating system.

Service trips to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. 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. Damage caused after delivery. Products which are not defective, broken or which are

working as described in the Owner's manual.

Replacement of the water filter cartridge, if included, due to water pressure that is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in the

water supply.

Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter

cartridge, if included, other than as noted above.

Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.

Product not accessible to provide required service.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GEAuthorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service. 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 19

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Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts, or even schedule service on-line, In Canada: www.geappliances.ca

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Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door, Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800,GE,CARES(800,432,2737) during normal business hours,

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GEsupports the Universal Design concept--products, services and environments that can be used by people of all

I ages, sizes and capabilities, We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and

, _ .// impairments, For details of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities,

check out our Website today, For the hearing impaired, please call 800,TDD,GEAC (800,833,4322), In Canada. contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc,

Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane Moncton, N,B, E1C 9M3

Extended Warranties

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Purchase a GEextended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect, You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call 1,888,261,2133 during normal business hours, GE Consumer

Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires,

Parts and Accessories

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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted), Order on-line today, 24 hours every day or by phone at

1,800,661,1616 during normal business hours,

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user, Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel, Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation,

Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 1,800,661,1616,

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Ifyou are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE,contact us on our Website with all the details including

your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations

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In Canada: www.geappliances.ca, or write to: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc,

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Safety Instructions .......... 2-4

Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker ............... 7

Care and Cleaning ................. 8

Shelves ......................... 5, 6

Storage Drawers ................... 6

Temperature Controls .............. 5

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator .................... 9

Reversing the Door Swing ..... 13-1 6

Water Line Installation ........ 10-1 2

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call For Service ...... 17, 18

Normal Operating Sounds ........ 17

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ...... Back Cover

Refrigerator Warranty .......... 19

Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

You can find them on a label on the upper left side of the fresh food compartment.

Models16,17, 18

197D8622PO01 49-60655-2 11-11GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

DANGER! RISKOF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER

DISPOSALOFTHE REFRIGERATOR

Child entrapment and suffocation are not

problems of the past, Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous,,,even if they

will sit for 'lust 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:

Refrigerants

to do,

Take offthe doors,

Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside,

If the refrigerator has a lock make it unusable

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend

against the use of an extension cord.

A DANGER! RISQUES POUR LES ENFANTS

COMMENTVOUSDEBARRASSER CONVENABLEMENTDEVOTREANCIENREFRIGERATEUR

Les enfants pris au piege ou morts d'asphyxie

sont toujours d'actualite, Les rdrigerateurs abandonnes sont toujours aussi dangereux,

m6me si on n'attend que <<quelquesjours>> pour s'en debarrasser, Si vous ne gardez pas

votre ancien refrigerateur, veuillez suivre les directives ci-dessous afin de prevenir les accidents,

Avantde vous debarrasser de votreancien refrigerateurou congelateur •

Demontez les portes, Laissez les clayettes en place afin d'emp6cher

les enfants de grimper ;_I'interieur,

Refrigerants

Tousles appareils de refrigeration contiennent des

refrigerants qui, conformement aux lois federales, doivent 6tre enleves avant toute elimination de

I'appareil, Si vous vous debarrassez de vieux appareils de refrigeration, verifiez, aup@s de la societe qui s'occupe de leur elimination, ce que vous devez faire,

CORDONSPROLONGATEURS

Nous vous recommandons fortement de ne pas utiliser de cordons prolongateurs _ cause des risques potentiels qu'ils presentent dans certaines conditions,

Unis) ou certifie CSA (au Canada), pourvu d'une fiche et d'une prise mises _ la terre de 15 amperes (minimum) et

de 120 volts,

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON. READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING!

GEAppliances.com

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 refrigerator must be properly installed

and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used,

} Do not attempt to or allow children to climb, stand or

hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet.

Skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.

} Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors

and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance,

: 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.

} Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making

repairs,

: In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,

NOTE:We strongly recommend that any servicing be

performed by a qualified individual.

} Turning the temperature control to the OFF position does

not remove power to the light circuit.

}i Do not refreeze frozen foods which have

thawed completely,

}i Do not allow children to play with refrigerator or

tamper with controls,

Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light may break when being replaced.)

MESURES DE SECURITE IMPORTANTES.LISEZ D'ABORD TOUTES LES DIRECTIVES.

AVERTISSEMENT!

N'utilisez cet electromenager que pour I'usage auquel il est destine, comme explique dans le

present manuel.

MESURESDESECURITE

Lorsque vous utilisez un appareil electrique, observez toujours les mesures de securite de base,

y compris les suivantes.

iiiiiiiiiiii;_i

Installez le refrigerateur conformement aux directives

d'installation avant de I'utiliser.

Ne laissez pas les enfants grimper, s'asseoir, se tenir debout ni se pendre aux clayettes du refrigerateur. IIspourraient endommager le refrigerateur et se blesser gravement.

N'entreposez et n'utilisez pas d'essence ou autres vapeurs et liquides inflammables h proximite de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil e.lectrome.nager.

enfants.

Debranchez votre refrigerateur avant de le nettoyer ou de le reparer,

Si votre refrigerateur est dote d'une machine t_glagons

iiiiiiiiiiii;_i

Ne touchez pas les surfaces froides du congelateur si

vous avez les mains humides ou mouillees :la peau

risque d'adherer t_ces surfaces tres ffoides. REMARQUE : Nous vous recommandons vivement de

confier toute reparation t_ un technicien qualifie. Lorsque vous reglez la commande sur 0 (eteint),

I'alimentation electrique de I'ampoule n'est pas coupee. Ne recongelez pas les aliments surgeBs qui ont

compDtement degeB. Le refrigerateur doit 6tre debranche avant de remplacer

I'ampoule afin d%viter tout contact avec un fil de c_ble sous tension,