GE GDE20GSHBRSS, GDE20GMHBRES, GDE20GGHBRBB, GBS20ESHBRSS, GBS20EGHBRWW Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions ............ 2, 3

Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker ................ 10

Care and Cleaning ............. 11, 12

Controls ............................ 4

Crispers and Pans ................... 7

Freezer ........................... 8, 9

Replacing the Light Bulbs ........... 13

Shelves and Bins .................... 6

Water Filter ......................... 5

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Installation Instructions

Installing the Refrigerator ....... 15-19

Installing the Water Line ........ 28-30

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator .................... 14

Removing and Replacing

the Doors (Double Door

Refrigerator Models only) ....... 25-27

Removing and Replacing the

Freezer Drawer ................ 20, 21

Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator

Models only) ................... 22-25

Troubleshooting Tips ...... 32-34

Normal Operating Sounds .......... 31

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ........ Back Cover

Performance Data Sheet ........... 36

Warranty .......................... 37

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Write the model and serial

numbers here: Model// Serial//

Find these numbers on a label on the right side, near the top of the

refrigerator compartment,

200D9366PO04 49-60539-3 70-74 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

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For more information on your refrigerator's operation, visit www, GEAppliances.com or

call 800, GECARES {800, 432,2737), In Canada visit GEAppfiances.ca or ca//800,567,3344,

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY INFORMATION

A This is the safety alert symbol, This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others, All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION", These words are defined as:

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury,

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury,

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic safety precautions:

This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in Becauseof potential safety hazardsunder certain conditions, accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used,

Unplug the refrigerator before making repairs, replacing a light bulb, or cleaning, Note: Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any

setting on the control panel,

Note: Repairs must be performed by a qualified service professional,

Replace all parts and panels before operating, Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids inthe vicinity of this or any other appliance,

we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord,

However,ifyou must use an extension cord, it isabsolutely necessarythat it be a UL-listed(inthe United States)or aCSA certified (inCanada),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 120volts,

To prevent suffocation and entrapment hazards to children,

remove the fresh food and freezer doors from any refrigerator before disposing of it or discontinuing its use,

Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the door handles or the shelves in the refrigerator, They could seriously injure themselves,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

I__ o reduce the risk of injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold, Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping or dropping, Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks,

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,

safety precautions,

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 refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely, 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 ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in,

INSTALLATION

_( Explosion Hazard.

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can

result in fire, explosion, or death.

CONNECTING ELECTRICITY

Electrical Shock Hazard.

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet Do not remove the ground prong

IDo not use an adapter mFailure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

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.

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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 isyour personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall

outlet, Do not use an adapter, The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own

individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating

that matches the rating plate,

A 115 Volt AC,60 Hz, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required, 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 are not permitted in Canada.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR

Suffocation and child entrapment hazard. Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the refrigerator, prior to disposal. in child entrapment which can lead to death or brain damage.

Failure to do so can result

IMPORTANT:

READAND FOLLOWTills SAFETYIAIFORMATIONCAREFULLY. SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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:

, Take off the fresh food and freezer 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,

About the controls with temperature settin s.

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Initially, set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at 5 Aflow 24 hours for

the temperature to stabilize. Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls

one increment at a time, and allow 24 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator

to reach the temperature you ha ve set.

Setting either or both controls to 0 for digital and 0 for the refrigerator control knob stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but does not shut off electrical po wet to the refrigerator.

, Adjust F...... _Co'de_ Q _irm_ _Co,derj_ _irmer _ Adjust Re,rigerotor j

9 is Coldest 9 is Coldest

(on some models)

9 is Coldest

Adjust Freezer Adjust Refrigerator

Temperature Temperature

(on some models)

NOTE: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the digital temperature controls, ff this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.

About the water filter. (onsomemodels} GEAppliances.com

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Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in the

back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment,

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is not available, The

icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug,

When to Replace the Filter

The filter cartridge should be replaced when the flow of water to the icemaker

decreases, or every six months,

Installing the Filter Cartridge

0 If you are replacing the cartridge, first

remove the old one, Open the cartridge cover by pressing in on the tab at the front

and pulling down,

0 Remove the cartridge by slowly rotating it

counterclockwise, A small amount of water may drip down,

flair has been trapped in the

system, the filter cartridge may be ejected as it is removed, Usecaution when removing,

Remove the protective foil from the end of

the cartridge,

Lining up the arrow on the cartridge

and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the cartridge clockwise until it stops, When the

cartridge is properly installed, you will feel it "click" as it locks into place, The grip on the end of the cartridge should be positioned

vertically,

Do not overtighten

Close the cartridge cover,

Replacement Filters:

To order additional filter cartridges

in the United States, visit our Website,

GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and

Accessories, 800.626.2002.

Filter Model GSWF Customers in Canada should consult

the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe Service Center,

About the shelves and bins.

Not all features are on a// models.

Rearranging the Shelves

Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable,

Refrigerator Compartment

To remove:

0 Remove all items from the shelf, 0 Tilt the shelf up at the front,

Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the

Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in the same

fnaylyler,

shelf out,

To replace:

While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook

atthe back of the shelf in a slot on the track,

Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf locks into place,

Non-AdJustable Shelves on the Door (on.som_modal.s)

Toremove: Lift the shelf straight up; then

pull out,

Toreplace: Engage the shelf in the molded

supports on the door and push down, It will lock in place,

About the crispers and pans. GEAppliances.com

Not all features are on a// mode/s,

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Fruit and Vegetable Crisper

Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers

should be wiped dry,

Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemode/s)

Slide the control all the way to the

HIGH setting to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables,

Slide the control all the way to the LOWsetting to provide lower humidity levels recommended

for most fruits,

Snack Pan (onsomemodelg

This pan can be moved to the most useful location for your family's needs,

Toremove, slide the pan out to the stop

position, lift the pan up and past the stop position and lift it out,

About the freezer drawer. (on5omemoddW

Not all features are on all models.

Freezer Shelves and Baskets

Appearance and features may w_fy

Appearance may vary

0 A shelf above the ice storage bin

A half-width basket A deep full-width basket

Basket Removal

Toremove the deep full-width basket on

freezer drawer models:

Open the freezer drawer until it stops,

The freezer basket rests on the inside tabs

on the drawer slides, Lift the basket so that it is out of all 6 slide

bracket tabs,

Tilt the basket and lift out of the drawer,

Toremove the half-width basket:

Pullthe basket out to the stop location,

0 Lift the basket up at the front to release it

from the stop hooks on each side,

Lift the basket out to remove it from the sides,

NOTE."Do not fill baskets higher than the rim of the basket, This may cause baskets to stick or

jam when opening or closing,

When replacing the deep full-width basket:

Tilt the basket back and lower it down into the drawer, Rotate the basket to a horizontal

position and press it down into the 6 alignment tabs,

NOTE.Always be sure that the basket is seated in all 6 slide bracket tabs before sliding back

into the freezer, The basket can be turned in either direction front to back and installed into

the freezer,

When replacing the basket, make sure that the

basket goes under the stop hooks on each side,

NOTE.Always be sure to fully close this basket,

Appearance may vary

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Not all features are on all models.

Freezer Shelf and Basket

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0 A full-width fixed wire shelf 0 A full-width sliding wire basket

Basket Removal

Toremove the full-width sliding wire basket

on door models:

Open the basket out to its full extension, Lift up the front of the basket and pull

straight out to remove,

Fixed Shelf Removal

NOTE.'The full-width wire shelf is not intended

to slide,

Toremove for cleaning:

Hold the shelf at the front and pull it firmly forward,

NOTE."Do not fill basket higher than the rim of the basket, This may cause basket to stick or

jam when opening or closing,

When replacing the full-width sliding wire basket:

Insert the wire basket into the/owerliner's rails and push back into place,

When replacing the full-width sliding wire

shelf"

Insert the wire shelf into the upper liner's rails and push back into place,

To FQfY}OV_,,

To rep#_ce

Non-AdJustable Shelf on Freezer Door

Toremove: Lift the shelf straight up;

then pull out,

Toreplace: Engage the shelf in the molded

supports on the door and push down, It will lock in place,

About the automatic icemaker. (onsomemodels)

A newly insta//ed refrigerator may take 72 to 24 hours to begin making ice.

Power A utomatic Icemaker

Switch

_:'X.T _ _ IcemaKer

Lignl

The icemoker will produce seven cubes per cycle-

approximately 100-130 cubes ina 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and

other use conditions, Seebelow for how to access iceand reach the

power switch, Ifthe refrigerator is operated before the water

connection is made to the icemaker,set the power switch in the 0 (off)position,

When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch to the I(on)

position,The icemaker power light will turn green

when the freezer light switch is pressed in or when the freezer door is closed,

The icemaker will fillwith water when it cools to 15°F

(-10°C),Anewly installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes,

You will hear a buzzing sound each time the

icemaker fillswith water,

When the bin fillsto the level ofthe feeler arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice, It isnormal for

several cubes to bejoined together, If iceisnot usedfrequently, old ice cubeswill

become cloudy, taste stale and shrink,

NOTE:In homes with/ower-than-average water pressure,you may hear the icemakercycle multiple times when making one batch ofice,

NOTE."Setthe power switch to the 0 (off)position if the water supply Zsshut off,

moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element (located on the

bottom of the ice maker) that releases the cubes, Do not place fingers or hands on the

automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in,

Avoid contact with the

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To reach the power switch.

Throw away the first few batches of iceto allow the water lineto clear,

Besure nothing interferes with the sweep of the

feeler arm,

Accessing Ice and Reaching the

Power Switch

Toreach the icemaker power switch, pull the shelf

above the ice bin straight out, Always be sureto replace the shelf,

Toaccess ice,simply pullthe bin forward,

Icemaker Accessory Kit

Ifyour refrigerator did not come already equipped

with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory

kit isavailable at extra cost,

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Toaccessice.

Checkthe back of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit neededfor your model,

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. GEAppliancescom

Cleaning the Outside

The door handles and trim, Clean with a cloth

dampened with soapy water, Dry with a soft cloth, Do not use wax on the door handles and

trim,

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,

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box

of baking soda in the refrigerator 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 an appliance wax polish on the inside

surface between the doors, 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,

The stainless steel panels and door handles.

The stainless steel doors and door handles (on some models) can be cleaned with a

commercially available stainless steel cleaner, Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers

Friend Soft Cleanser TM will remove rust, tarnish and small blemishes, Use only a liquid cleanser

free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush lines with a damp soft sponge,

Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel,

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,

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold, Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping or dropping, Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks, Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in

the dishwasher,

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,

Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom

front of 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,

Preparing for Vacation

For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator, 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,

Set the icemaker power switch to the 0 {off) position and shut off the water supply to the

refrigerator,

Lower the leveling legs until they touch the floor,

When pushing the refrigerator back, make

sure you don't rofl over the power cord or icemaker supp_ line (on some models),

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 base grille, shelves and drawers by taping them securely

in place to prevent damage,

When using a hand truck to move the

refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator against the hand truck, This could

damage the refrigerator, Handle only from the sides of the refrigerator,

Be sure the refrigerator staj/s in an upright position during moving,

Replacing the light bulbs. GEApplia.ces.com

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 bulb may break when being replaced,) Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit,

Refrigerator Lights

O Unplug the refrigerator, O To remove the light shield, grasp the shield

at the back and pull out to release the tabs at the back,

Rotate the shield down and then forward to release the tabs at the front of the shield,

Freezer Light

Unplug the refrigerator,

The bulb is located at the top of the freezer

inside a light shield, To remove the shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to

release the tabs at the back,

After replacing with an appliance bulb

of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield,

Plug the refrigerator back in,

NOTE'Appliance bulbs may be ordered from GE Parts and Accessories, 800,626,2002,

After replacing with an appliance bulb

of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield,

Q Plug the refrigerator back in,

Appearance may vary

Rotate the shield down and then forward to release the tabs at the front of the shield,

Installation

efrigerator

Instructions

Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com

In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

Models 20, 21, 22 and 23

• IMPORTANT- Savetheseinstructions

for local inspector's use.

" IMPORTANT - Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer,

• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions for future reference.

• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

20 minutes Water Line Installation

30 minutes

Adjustable Wrench

1/4" Outer Diameter

Compression Nut

and Ferrule (sleeve)

(icemaker models only)

3/32", 1/8" and 3/16"

wrenches

3/8" and 5/16" Socket

Ratchet/Driver

Phillips Head Screwdriver

Allen

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.

PREPARATION

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS

If the refrigerator will not fit through a doorway,

the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be removed.

• To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in the Reversing the Door Swing section.

• To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing

the Freezer Drawer section.

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND

DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS) Ifthe refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have

to be connected to a cold water line.AGE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve,fittings and

instructions) isavailable at extra cost from your dealer, by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com (inCanada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and Accessories,

800.626.2002 (InCanada 1.888.661.1 61 6).

1/8" Drill Bit and Electric or Hand Drill

Pencil

Wire CuLLers

Tape measure

1/4" Nut Driver

Level

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERAT(

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,

, Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature

will go above IO0°F (37°C)because it will not perform properly,

, Do not install the refrigerator in a location exposed to

water (rain, etc,) or direct sunlight,

, Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully

loaded,

CLEARANCES

Forclearance for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical, please refer to the rating plate on the top left wall of the refrigerator,

REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.) (onsome models)

REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP

r_ Carefully lower the door(s) onto the center

hinge(s),Reinstall top hinge(s),NOTE:Ensure

the door is properly aligned to the case top to avoid readjustment of the door during top cap

reinstallation,

FN Placecap over the top of the refrigerator, Reinstall

the original screws in the top and back of the cap,

Reinstallthe bottom freezer drawer or door, Referto "Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section or Step 8 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section,

REMOVE TOP CAP (onsome models)

, IMPORTANTNOTE:This refrigerator is 34-1/2" deep.

Doors and passageways leading to the installation location must be at least 36" wide in order to leave

the doors and handles attached to the refrigerator while transporting it into the installation location. If

passageways are lessthan 36", the refrigerator doors and handles can easily be scratched and damaged.

The top cap and doors can be removed to allow the

refrigerator to be safely moved indoors. Start with Step A.

, If it is not necessary to remove doors, skip Step A.

Leave tape and all packaging on doors until the refrigerator is in the final location.

, SKIDREMOVAL:Tilt refrigerator to each side to

remove skid.

, NOTE:Use a padded hand truck to move this

refrigerator. Place the refrigerator on the hand truck

with a side against the truck. We strongly recommend that TWO PEOPLEmove and complete this installation.

rA1 Locate and remove the two Phillips head screws on

the top of the refrigerator, Remove the two screws on each side at the rear of the top cap, Lift off and remove top cap,

[] Removethe fresh-food door(s),Referto Steps 1 and 3

of "Reversing the Door Swing" section or Steps 1 and

2 of "Removing the Doors" section,

_-1 Removethe bottom freezer drawer or door, Refer

to "Removing FreezerDrawer" section or Step 2 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section,

FDI Move refrigerator to the installation location,

Top Hinge B

F1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE

(icemaker models)

A cold water supply isrequired for automatic icemaker operation, If there isnot a cold water

supply, you will need to provide one, See/nsta//ing

the Water Linesection,

NOTES:

, Before making the connection to the refrigerator,

be sure the refrigerator power cord isnot plugged into the wall outlet,

Ifyour refrigerator does not have a water filter, we

recommend installing one if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the

refrigerator's water valve, Install it inthe water line near the refrigerator, If using GESmartConnecC Refrigerator Tubing Kit,you will need an additional

tube (WXO8X10002)to connect the filter, Do not cut plastic tube to install filter,

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR(cont,)

rT1CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATORTO

THE HOUSEWATER LINE

(cont.)

_AI If you are using copper tubing, place a

compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply.

If you are using the GE SmartConnect 'Mtubing,

the nuts are already assembled to the tubing.

FB1 If you are using copper tubing, insert the end

of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.

If you are using GE SmartConnect 'Mtubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it is hand tight. Then tighten one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening may cause

leaks,

r_ Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to

hold it in position. You may need to pry open the clamp.

One of the illustrations below will look like the connection on your refrigerator.

[2] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

(icemaker models)

Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks.

r3] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

On models with an icemaker, before plugging in the refrigerator, make sure the icemaker

power switch is set to the 0 (off) position.

See the grounding information attached to the power cord.

Icemaker-Ready models

Clamp Tubing ._

1/4-< Compression

Nut .....

Ferrule (sleeve) _,r _

Refrigerator _-_ Connection J

Icemaker-lnstalled Models

Refrigerator (sleeve) Compression Connection --

SmartConnect '° Tubinc

SmartConnect TM

Tubing

Ferrule 1/4_<

Tubing Clamp

1/4_<Copper

1/4_<Tubing

I_1PUTTHEREFRIGERATORINPLACE

Move the refrigerator to its final location.

[] LEVELTHE REFRIGERATOR

Adjustable legs at the front corners of the refrigerator should be set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor, and the front is raised just enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway.

To adjust the leveling legs, turn the legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator,

counterclockwise to lower it.

Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE THE FRESHFOOD

DOOR HANDLE

(For placement in the installation location or reversal of the handles- on some

models)

Stainless steel (on some models):

@ REMOVING

THE DOOR HANDLE: Loosen the set screws Badge with the 3/32" Allen wrench and remove the handle. NOTE: For

Double Door Mounting / models follow Fasteners

the same procedure on

the opposite door,

Plastic handle

(on some models):

@ REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Depress the

tab on the underside of _

the handle and _,_'_]" slide the handle \.v___JJj up and off of

the mounting fasteners,

@ REVERSING THE

DOOR HANDLE (on some

models): Mounting

• Remove the handle (appearance may vary)

mounting

fasteners with a 3/16" Allen wrench and transfer

the handle mounting fasteners to the right side.

Remove the logo badge.

Remove and transfer the plug button to

the left side of the fresh food door. NOTE:

Use a flat plastic edge to prevent damaging the door. Remove any adhesive on the door with a mild detergent. Remove the paper covering on the adhesive backing on the

logo badge prior to carefully attaching the

badge to the door.

(appearance may vary)

Fasteners

[71 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel and plastic handles: Q Loosen the set screws located on the

underside of the handle with the 1/8" Allen wrench and remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed, use a 3/16" Allen wrench.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE

REFRIGERATOR(coot.)

[] ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD

DOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel handle:

@ Attach the

handle to the handle mounting

fasteners and tighten the set

screws with a 3/32" Allen wrench. NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same

procedure on the opposite door.

Plastic handle: @ Attach the handle to the handle mounting

fasteners by aligning the slots with the handle mounting fasteners.

Q Slide it down until it is firmly locked into

position.

Mounting Fasteners

(appearance may vary)

[_] ATTACH THE FREEZERDOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel and plastic handles: @ Attach the handle firmly to the mounting

fasteners and tighten the set screws on the bottom of the handle with a 1/8" Allen

wrench.

(appearance may vary)

Slots on back of handle

Mounting fasteners

(appearance may vary)

Installation Instructions

LEVELTHE REFRIGERATOR

The leveling legs have 2 purposes:

1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not

wobble.

2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. The leveling

legs also prevent the refrigerator from

tipping.

r_ Remove the grille by removing the two Phillips

head screws.

SET THE CONTROLS

Set the controls to the recommended setting.

5 5

[.EOOMME.OEOCO.,.O'SS]

5 5

RECOMMENDED CONTROL SETTINGS ]

® ®

Adjust Freezer Adjust Refrigerator

Temperature Temperature

r_ Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise

the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

I_,__ To avoid possible personal injury or property damage,

the leveling legs must be firmly touching the floor.

[C_ Replace the base grille by inserting the two

Phillips head screws.

REMOVE PACKAGING, START ICEMAKER

(icemaker models)

r_ A) Remove all tape, foam and protective

packing from shelves and drawers.

B) Remove the tie downs from the freezer

baskets.

C) Place half width basket onto drawer slides.

See About the freezer section for instructions.

Set the icemaker power switch to the I(on) 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. It will take 2-3 days to fill the ice bin.

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

Installation Instructions

REMOVING THE FREEZERDRAWER (on some models)

The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed, to fit through tight areas.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

rT] REMOVE THE BASKET

[] Open the freezer drawer until it stops. r_ The freezer basket rests on a frame inside the

freezer drawer. Lift the basket up at the back.

rcl Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up

and out of the drawer.

r21 REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT

rA] Remove the screw on each side of the railing.

[2] REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT (cont.)

r_ Lift up on both sides of the freezer drawer

handle to separate the drawer railings from the rail assemblies.

r_ Set the drawer front on a non-scratching

surface.

rD] Push the rail assemblies back into locking

position.

Rail Assembly DrAwer

Assembly

[31 REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE

(if needed)

If, after removing the freezer drawer and refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not fit through a doorway, the base grille can be

removed. Remove the base grille by removing the screws.

Screw

Installation Instructions

REPLACING THE FREEZERDRAWER (on some models)

(_Two people may be required to complete

this procedure.

[TI ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER

FRONT TO THE SLIDES

r_ Pullout the rail assemblies to the full length

on each side of the cabinet.

[] Locate the slots on the inside of the rail

assemblies near the back.

IT] ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER

FRONTTOTHESLIDES(cont.)

[] Replace the screws on both rail assemblies.

Screw

[2] REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET

Replace the lower freezer basket by lowering it into the frame.

Rail assembly

F_ Insert the hooks at the back of the drawer

railings into the slots on the rail assemblies.

F_ Lower the front of the drawer, making sure the

tabs on the sides of the railings fit into the front slots in the rail assemblies.

Installation Instructions

REVERSINGTHEDOORSWING(Single Door Refrigerator Models only)

IMPORTANT NOTES

When reversing the door swing:

• Read the instructions all the way through before starting.

• Parts are included in the door hinge kit.

• 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 wont to change the hinges back to the right side, follow

these same instructions and reverse all references to left and right.

• Once door swing is finalized, ensure the logo badge is properly aligned and permanently secured to the door by removing the adhesive cover on the back side. NOTE: A replacement logo badge is included in the hinge kit.

Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet. Empty all door shelves, including the dairy

compartment.

[T] REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOOR

r_ Tape the door shut with masking tape.

r_ Remove the hinge cover on top of the

refrigerator door by carefully prying it up with a putty knife, if necessary.

r_ Using a 5/16" socket ratchet/driver, remove

the bolts securing the top hinge to the cabinet. Then lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in the top of the door.

r_ Carefully remove the door thimble from inside

the socket. This will be used again when reinstalling the door on the other side.

Hinge Cover

TopHinge

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Adjustable Wrench 5/16" Socket Ratchet/

Masking Tape Thin-blade Screwdriver

Phillips Screwdriver Torx T-20 Driver

Driver

Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the cabinet. Lift the door off the center hinge pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble remains on the hinge pin or inside door hinge pin hole located in the bottom of the door.

Set the door on a non-scratching surface with

r_ the inside up.

DoorThimble

Installation Instructions

F21REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

[A1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. FB] Remove hinge pin from hinge bracket. This will

be used again with the new hinge bracket for the other side.

r_ Remove the tape and tilt the door away from

the cabinet. Lift the door off the bottom hinge pin.

rD'] Remove the button plug from the left side of

the door. Remove the door thimble from the right side of the door. Install the door thimble

into the hole on the left and the button plug into the hole on the right.

[_] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE

BRACKET (cent,)

[ff] Transfer the plug button and screw hole

cover in the hinge holes on the left side

to the right side.

F] Install the new center hinge bracket from the

kit on the left side.

IN Set the door on a non-scratching surface, with

the inside up.

[2_]TRANSFER CENTERHINGE BRACKET

rA] Using a 5/16" socket ratchet/driver, remove the

bolts securing the center hinge to the cabinet.

i iiii iiiiii i_

REMOVE BOTTOM HINGE AND LEVELING LEG

Using a 1/2" socket ratchet/driver, remove the nut and hinge pin from the hinge bracket with leveling leg. Using a 5/1 6" socket ratchet/driver, remove the screws from the bottom hinge

bracket. These will be reinstalled on the other side.

/ Bottom Hinge

Using a 5/1 6" socket ratchet/driver, remove the screws from the leveling leg bracket on

the other side. These will be reinstalled on the opposite side.

Brac e

Installation Instructions

REVERSINGTHE DOOR SWING (cont.)

[]

INSTALLBOTTOM HINGE AND LEVELINGLEG

TRANSFERREFRIGERATORAND

FREEZERDOOR STOPS

Using a 1/2" socket ratchet/driver, install the

hinge pin and nut in the opposite hole on the hinge bracket with leveling leg.

r_ Using a 5/16" socket ratchet/driver, install the

hinge bracket with leveling leg on the left side of the refrigerator. The pin will be toward the

outside of the refric erator.

r_ Using a 5/16" socket ratchet/driver, install the

leveling leg bracket on the right side of the refrigerator.

r_ Remove the door stop on the right side of the

bottom of the door by removing the two screws.

r_ Move the plastic hinge hole thimble to the

opposite hole.

r_ Install the door stop on the left side, making

sure to line up the screw holes in the door stop

with the holes in the bottom of the door.

Bottom of Door (Right Side) Bottom of Door (Left Side)

E] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR

DOOR HANDLE TO RIGHT

Refer to Remove the Fresh Food Door Handle

and Attach the Fresh Food Door Handle sections for instructions.

[_] REHANG FREEZER DOOR

[_[] Lower the freezer door onto the bottom hinge pin.

Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble is on the

hinge pin or inside the door hinge pin hole located

in the bottom of the door.

[] Straighten the door and line it up with the

center hinge bracket.

r_ Install the center hinge pin with a 3/4" socket

ratchet/driver. Turn it until it extends through

the hinge bracket and into the freezer door.

Installation Instructions

[_ REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR

rA1 Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge

pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble is on the center hinge pin or inside door hinge pin hole

located in the bottom of the door.

r_ Insert the door thimble into the hinge hole

on top of the refrigerator door and then insert the top hinge pin. Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet. Attach the hinge to the top of the cabinet loosely with the bolts.

F1 Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against

the cabinet and is not folded. Support the door on the handle side and make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the front. While holding the door in place, tighten the top hinge bolts. Replace the hinge cover.

REMOVINGTHE DOORS

(Double Door Refrigerator Models only}

IMPORTANT NOTES

NOTE: Door swing is not reversible.

• 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.

These instructions are for removing the doors. Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet. Empty all door shelves, including the dairy

compartment.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

F6] INSTALL THE LOGO BADGE

Remove the adhesive backing paper

and align the pins on the back of the badge with the holes in the door. Apply pressure to the badge to ensure it sticks to the door.

Adjustable Wrench 3/8_< andl0mmSocket

Masking Tape

Phillips Screwdriver

Ratchet/Driver

Thin-blade Screwdriver

Installation Instructions

REMOVINGTHE DOORS(Double Door Refrigerator Models only)

E] REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOORS

r_ Tape the doors shut with masking tape.

/jj. j'j"

Start with left-hand door first: Remove

the screw securing the center hinge cover, lift the hinge cover and place to the side on top of the refrigerator.

Remove hinge cover (1 Phillips screw)

Ii1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS

(cont.)

r_ Remove the tape and tilt the door away from

the cabinet. Lift the door off the center hinge

pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble remains on the hinge pin or inside door hinge pin hole located in the bottom of the door.

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface with

the inside up.

[] Remove the hinge cover on top of the

refrigerator door by removing the Phillips head screw and pulling the cover up.

[_ Using a 5/16" socket ratchet/driver, remove

the bolts securing the top hinge to the cabinet. Then lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in the top of the door.

Hinge Cover

TopHing,

[] REMOVECENTERHINGE

Using a 5/1 6" socket ratchet/driver, remove the bolts securing the center hinge to the cabinet. Set the hinge and bolts aside.

[] REMOVE OPPOSITE DOOR

Follow the same procedure on the opposite door. There are no center hinge covers on the opposite side.

1_1REMOVE FREEZER DRAWER

Refer to the Removing the Freezer Drawer section for instructions.

Installation Instructions

REPLACING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only)

[1=1INSTALLCENTERHINGE

Install the center hinge on each side.

[]] REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOORS

r_ Lower the refrigerator door onto the center

hinge pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin

thimble is on the center hinge pin or inside

door hinge pin hole located in the bottom of the door.

r_ Securely tape the door shut with masking tape

or have a second person support the door.

r_ Insert the top hinge pin into the hinge hole

on top of the refrigerator door. Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet and opposite door. Attach the hinge to the top of the cabinet loosely with the bolts.

r_ Make sure the gasket on the door is flush

against the cabinet and is not folded. Make sure the door is straight and the gap between

the doors is even across the front. While

holding the aligned door in place, tighten

the top hinge bolts. Replace the hinge cover

and screw.

[] REPLACEOPPOSITEDOOR

Follow the same procedure on the opposite door. There is no water line or hinge cover.

[] ALIGN DOUBLE DOORS

If the top of the doors are uneven, first try to

raise the lowest door by turning the leveling leg on the same side as the door until the doors

are even, If the unit rocks, re-adjust the leveling

legs to the extent that the unit is stable,

If the doors remain uneven, turn the adjustable

pin to raise, or lower, the left door to match the right door. Use a 1/4" Allen wrench to turn the pin.

ble pin

REPLACE FREEZER DRAWER

Refer to the Replacing the Freezer Drawer section for instructions.

Hinge Cover

Top Hinge Bolts

(appearance may vary)

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER MODELS)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are GE SmartConnect _M

Refrigerator 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.

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 ROfilter can result in hollow

ice cubes. 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 power

switch is in the 0 (off) 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 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. Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after

installation. GE SmartConnect 'MRefrigerator Tubing Kits

are available in the following lengths: 8' (2.4 m) - WXOSX10006

15' (4.6 m) - WXOSX10015 25'(7.6 m) - WXOSX10025

Installation Instructions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

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, 800.626.2002 (in Canada

1.888.261.3055).

• A cold water supply. The water pressure must

be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).

• Power drill.

• I/2" or adjustable wrench.

• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently

used drinking water line.

SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY

_oUrc/2an [he lea roeft/_u_.et long enough

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

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.

• Two 1/4_< outer diameter compression nuts end 2 ferrules (sleeves}-to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator

water valve. OR

• If you are using a GESmartConnect 'M

Refrigerator 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 'MRefrigerator 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.

DRILL THE HOLE FORTHE VALVE

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.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[TI FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp.

Pipe Clam px,,,_

Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve

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.

Vertical Cold Water Pipe

[TI TIGHTEN THE PIPECLAMP

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush

the tubing.

Washer

End

Pipe Clamp x,_

Clamp_

Screw_

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

1 _/.Inlet

ITI 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 SmartConnecd M

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.

Saddle-Type

Shutoff Valve

Compression Nut

// SmartConnect'M

_/Tubing

Packing Nut t _

Outlet Valve

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 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.

Ferrule (sleeve)

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.

To complete the installation of the refrigerator, go back to Step 1 in/nstalling the Refrigerator.

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