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Refrigerators
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200D8074P016 49-60491-1 02-08 JR
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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–3
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14
Crispers and Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
ExpressChill
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Ice and Water Dispenser . . . . . . . . . .12, 13
Refrigerator Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Replacing the Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . .15
Shelves and Bins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8
Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
TurboCool
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installation Instructions
Installing the Refrigerator . . . . . . . .21–24
Moving the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . .17–20
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Water Line Installation . . . . . . . . . . .25–27
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . .28–31
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Product Registration (U.S.) . . . . . . .33, 34
Product Registration (Canadian)
. . .35, 36 State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate . . . . . . . . .37
Warranty (Canadian) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Réfrigérateurs
Côte à Côte
Refrigeradores
Lado a Lado
Models 22, 23, 25 and 27
Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # __________________________
Serial # __________________________
Find these numbers on a label inside the refrigerator compartment at the top on the right side.
Owner’s Manual
and Installation
Manuel d’utilisation
et d’installation
Manual del propietario
e instalación
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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:
This refrigerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
Do not 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.
In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element located on the bottom of the icemaker. Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
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.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual.
Do not refreeze frozen foods which have
thawed completely.
NOTE: Turning the refrigerator off via the controls on the touch panel does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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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.
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.
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-listed (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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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.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, 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.
TurboCool
rapidly cools the refrigerator compartment in order to more quickly cool foods. Use
TurboCool
when adding a large amount of food to the refrigerator compartment, putting away foods after they have been sitting out at room temperature or when putting away warm leftovers. It can also be used if the refrigerator has been without power for an extended period.
Once activated, the compressor will turn on immediately and the fans will cycle on and off at high speed as needed for eight hours. The compressor will continue to run until the refrigerator compartment cools to approximately 34°F (1°C), then it will cycle on and off to maintain this setting. After 8 hours, or if
TurboCool
is pressed again, the refrigerator
compartment will return to the original setting.
How to Use
Press
TurboCool
. The
TurboCool
temperature display will show Tcand the LED will be activated.
After
TurboCool
is complete, the
TurboCool
indicator light will go out.
NOTES:
The refrigerator temperature cannot be changed during
TurboCool
.
The freezer temperature is not affected during
TurboCool
.
When opening the refrigerator door during
TurboCool
, the fans will continue
to run if they have cycled on.
About the temperature controls.
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The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and 0°F for the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.
The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on usage and operating environment.
On some models, setting both controls to the warmest setting until the display flashes (off) will stop cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments.
On other models, setting either control to the warmest setting until the display flashes (off) will stop the cooling to the freezer and refrigerator.
NOTE: Turning the refrigerator off via the controls on the touch panel does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.
About TurboCool.
(on some models)
How it Works
Not all features are on all models. Your controls will look like one of the following
:
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The Performance Air-Flow System is designed to maximize temperature control in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. This unique special feature consists of the Air Tower along the back wall of the refrigerator and the Air Tunnel on the bottom portion of the freezer rear wall. Placing food in front of the louvers on these components will not
affect performance. Although the Air Tower and the Air Tunnel can be removed, doing so will affect temperature performance. (For removal instructions, on-line, 24 hours a day, contact us at ge.com or call 800.GE.CARES. In Canada, contact us at geappliances.ca or call
1.800.561.3344.)
Performance Air Flow System
OR
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Empty the pan. Place the Chill tray in
the pan. Place the items on the tray and
close the pan completely. Select the
ExpressChill
pad. On some
models, you can then select the chill time (use chart to determine best setting). Other models will only have one option (45 minutes). On models with multiple settings, tap the pad until the light appears next to the desired setting.
To stop a feature before it is
finished, tap that feature’s pad until no options are selected and the display is off.
During
ExpressChill
, the display on the controls will count down the time in the cycle.
About ExpressChill™. (on some models)
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The
ExpressChill
feature is a system of dampers, a fan and a temperature thermistor.
The pan is tightly sealed to prevent the pan’s temperature from causing temperature fluctuations in the rest of the refrigerator.
The controls for this pan are located in the top of the refrigerator or on the dispenser with the temperature controls.
How to Use
How it Works
To remove:
Pull the drawer out to the stop position. Rotate all four swing locks to the unlock
position.
Lift the front of the drawer up and out.
To replace:
Make sure all four swing locks are in the
unlock position.
Place the sides of the drawer into the
drawer supports, making sure the swing
locks fit on the drawer slots.
Lock all four swing locks by rotating
them to the lock position.
How to Remove and Replace the Drawer
ExpressChill
ExpressChill™Chart
NOTE: Results may vary depending on packaging, starting temperature and other food traits.
15 Minutes
1 Beverage Can (12 oz)
2 Small Juice Boxes
(6–8 oz each)
30 Minutes
2 to 6 Beverage Cans
(12 oz each)
2 Plastic 20 oz Bottles
of Beverage
4 to 6 Small Juice Boxes
(6–8 oz each)
3 Foil Juice Packets
Wine (750 ml bottle)
45 Minutes
2 Liters of Beverage
1/2 Gallon of Juice
Gelatin—1 package
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About the water filter. (on some models)
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment.
When to Replace the Filter on Models With a Replacement Indicator Light
There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on the dispenser. This light will turn orange to tell you that you need to replace the filter soon.
The filter cartridge should be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.
When to Replace the Filter on Models Without a Replacement Indicator Light
The filter cartridge should be replaced every
six months
or earlier if the flow of water to the water dispenser or icemaker decreases.
Removing 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.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
If you are replacing a
SmartWater
cartridge with an adapter, it must be removed before installing the cartridge. To remove the adapter, turn it to the left about 1/4 turn.
If you are replacing a
Water by Culligan
cartridge, leave the adapter in place. This adapter will stay in the refrigerator when you replace future cartridges.
On models without a replacement indicator light, apply the month and year sticker to the new cartridge to remind you to replace the filter in
six months.
Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the tap to allow for better flow from the dispenser immediately after installation.
Line up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder. Place the top of the new cartridge up inside the 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. The cartridge will move about 1/2 turn.
Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about 1-1/2 gallons) to clear the system and prevent sputtering.
Press and hold the
WATER FILTER
pad (on some models)
on the dispenser for 3 seconds.
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.
To use the filter bypass plug on
Water by Culligan
models, you must first remove the filter adapter from the cartridge holder by turning it to the left.
If you have questions—visit our Website at ge.com, or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737).
Replacement filters: To order additional filter cartridges in the United States,
visit our Website at ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
MSWF Suggested Retail $36.95–41.95
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe Service Center.
Cartridge Holder
Filter Bypass Plug
Filter Bypass Plug
SmartWater
Water by Culligan
(appearance may vary)
With adapter
Without adapter
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About the shelves and bins.
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Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
Large Bins
The larger refrigerator door bins and freezer tilt-out door bins are adjustable.
To remove:
Lift the front of the bin straight
up, then lift up and out.
To replace or relocate:
Engage the back side of the bin in the molded supports of the door. Then push down on the front of the bin. Bin will lock in place.
Small Bins To remove:
Lift the front of the bin straight
up then out.
To replace:
Position the bin above the rectangular molded supports on the door. Then slide the bin down onto the support to lock it in place.
The snugger
helps prevent tipping, spilling or sliding of small items stored on the door shelf. Place a finger on either side of the snugger near the rear and move it back and forth to fit your needs.
CAUTION: On models with an ice chute inside the top freezer door bin, be careful when placing items in the bin. Make sure that items do not block or fall into the ice chute.
Not all features are on all models.
Refrigerator bin
Freezer tilt-out bin
Snugger
Freezer bin
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you to reach items stored behind others. The special edges are designed to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves.
To remove:
Slide the shelf out until it reaches the stop, then press down on the tab and slide the shelf straight out.
Press tab and pull shelf forward to remove
To replace or relocate:
Line the shelf up with the supports and slide it into place. The shelf can be repositioned when the door is at 90° or more. To reposition the shelf, slide the shelf past the stops and angle downward. Slide shelf down to the desired position, line up with the supports and slide into place.
Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in before you close the door.
Do not block
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About the shelves and bins.
Not all features are on all models.
QuickSpace™Shelf
(on some models)
This shelf splits in half and slides under itself for storage of tall items on the shelf below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced or relocated just like Slide-Out Spillproof Shelves.
On some models, this shelf can not be used in the lowest position.
Slide-Out Freezer Shelves
To remove,
slide out to the
stop
position, lift the front past the stop position, and slide out from rib.
Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in before you close the door.
Freezer Baskets
(on some models)
To remove
, slide out to the
stop
position, lift the front past the stop position, and slide out.
Make sure you push the baskets all the way back in before you close the door.
Fixed Freezer Shelves
To remove,
lift the shelf up at the left side
and then bring the shelf out.
NOTE FOR DISPENSER MODELS:
In order to take full advantage of the tilt-out ice bin (on some models), only store items on the shelf below the ice bin that are no taller than the lowest point on the bin.
Freezer Baskets
(on some models)
To remove,
push the basket all the way to the back of the freezer. Lift up until the back pins are disengaged. Lift the entire basket up and pull out.
Make sure you push the baskets all the way back in before you close the door.
Door Wine/Beverage Rack
(on some models)
This rack holds up to 5 cans, one bottle of wine or one 2-liter bottle of soda.
The rack hangs from the sides of the dairy bin.
To remove:
Empty the wine/beverage rack. Holding the bottom of the dairy bin,
lift the front straight up, then lift up and out.
To detach the rack from the dairy bin, pull the rack’s side wires out of the holes on each side of the dairy bin.
To replace:
Reattach the rack to the sides of the bin.
Engage the back side of the bin in the molded supports on the door. Then push down on the front of the bin. The bin will lock into place.
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About the refrigerator doors.
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Refrigerator Doors
The refrigerator doors may feel different than the ones you are used to. The special door opening/closing feature makes sure the doors close all the way and are securely sealed.
When opening and closing the door you will notice a
stop
position. If the door is
opened past this
stop
point, the door will remain open to allow you to load and unload food more easily. When the door is only partially open, it will automatically close.
The resistance you feel at the
stop
position will be reduced as the door is loaded with food.
When the door is only partially open, it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will stay open.
Door Alignment
If doors are uneven, adjust the refrigerator door.
Using a 7/16socket wrench, turn the door adjusting screw to the right to raise the door; to the left, to lower it. (A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads of the pin, prevents the pin from turning unless a wrench is used.)
After one or two turns of the wrench, open and close the refrigerator door and check the alignment at the top of the doors.
To remove the base grille, open the doors, remove the screw at each end of the base grille and then pull the grille straight out.
7/16Socket Wrench
Raise
Support Leg
Before moving the refrigerator, you will need to screw up the support leg. Once the unit is relocated, you will need to screw down the support leg again.
Screw down the support leg until it touches the floor. This will prevent door misalignment.
About crisper removal.
Not all features are on all models.
Crisper Removal
Crispers can easily be removed by pulling the drawer straight out and lifting the drawer up and over the
stop
location.
If the door prevents you from taking out the drawers, first try to remove the door bins. If this does not offer enough clearance, 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 or right as you roll it out.
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About the crispers and pans.
Not all features are on all models.
Fruit and Vegetable Crispers
Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be wiped dry.
On some models,
the bottom drawer has full extension slides that allow full access to the drawer.
Adjustable Humidity Crispers
Slide the control all the way to the
HI
setting to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables.
Slide the control all the way to the
LO
setting to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits.
Convertible Deli Pan
(on some models)
The convertible deli pan has its own cold air duct to allow a stream of cold air from the freezer compartment or refrigerator compartment to flow to the pan.
The variable temperature control
regulates
the air flow from the Climate Keeper.
Set the control to the
coldest
setting to
store fresh meats. Set the control to
cold
to convert the pan to normal refrigerator temperature and provide extra vegetable storage space. The cold air duct is turned off. Variable settings between these extremes can be selected.
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About the automatic icemaker.
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Automatic Icemaker
The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle—approximately 100–130 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions.
See below for how to access ice and reach the power switch on dispenser models.
If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is made to the icemaker, set the power switch in the
OFF
position.
When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch to the ONposition.
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to 15°F (–10°C). A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.
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 be joined together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Lift the bin, then pull it forward until the bin stops.
Icemaker
Feeler Arm
Power Switch
Lower the bin to access ice or reach the power switch.
NOTE: In order to take full advantage of the tilt-out ice bin, only store items on the shelf below the ice bin that are no taller than the lowest point on the bin.
Models without a shelf above the ice bin
To access ice and reach the icemaker power switch:
Accessing Ice and Reaching the Power Switch on Dispenser Models
There are two types of ice storage bins on dispenser models.
One has a shelf above
the bin, the other does not.
Special note about dispenser models without a shelf above the ice bin:
These models have a tilt-out ice bin.
The bin can be tilted out as shown in the illustrations, and it will hold itself up while you take ice out or turn the icemaker power switch on and off. Be sure to put the bin back in place before closing the door.
To restore your ice level from an empty
bucket stage, the following steps are recommended:
12 hours after the first batch of ice has fallen into the bin, dispense 3 to 4 cubes.
After an additional 6 hours, dispense 3 to 4 cubes again.
These steps will restore your ice level in the shortest amount of time.
To access ice, pull the bin forward.
To reach the power switch, pull the shelf straight out. Always be sure to replace the shelf.
Models with a shelf above the ice bin
Shelf
Ice Bin
Shelf
Ice Bin
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About the ice and water dispenser. (on some models)
To Use the Dispenser
Select
CUBED ICE , CRUSHED ICE
or
WATER .
Press the glass gently against the top of the dispenser cradle.
The spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce water spotting, the shelf and its grille should be cleaned regularly.
If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser arm 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.
CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.
Locking the Dispenser
Press the
LOCK
pad for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser and control panel. To unlock, press and hold the pad again for 3 seconds.
Dispenser Light
This pad turns the
night
light
in the dispenser on and off. The light also comes on when the dispenser cradle is pressed. If this light burns out, it should be replaced with a 6 watt 12V maximum bulb.
Quick Ice
(on some models)
When you need ice in a hurry, press this pad to speed up ice production. This will increase ice production for the following 48 hours or until you press the pad again.
Door Alarm
(on some models)
To set the alarm, press this pad until the indicator light comes on. This alarm will sound if either door is open for more than 3 minutes. The light goes out and the beeping stops when you close the door.
Spill Shelf
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
Do not add ice from trays or bags to
the storage drawer. It may not crush or dispense well.
Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use
of narrow 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 drawer. Cans, bottles or food packages in the storage drawer may cause the icemaker or auger to jam.
To keep dispensed ice from missing
the glass, put the glass close to, but not touching, the dispenser opening.
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 small 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.
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