GE GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Manual

Installation Guide

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PRODUCT #:

GEPDS20MFSWW

ITEM:

GE Profile 19.5 cf White Refrigerator

BRAND:

General Electric

SOURCE FOR PURCHASE:

SpaEquip Inc. 211 Wappo Ave Calistoga, CA 94515 (707) 737-1100 www.spaequip.com

FEATURES:

White Exterior with a look of polish and sophistication. Includes the Upfront, Electronic Touch Temperature Controls with Digital Temperature Display which clearly displays the exact temperature for the fresh food and freezer compartments. Multi-Level Slide 'n Store™ Basket System — Includes three full-extension baskets for tremendous storage flexibility and keeps contents perfectly in place. Integrated Icemaker with GE SmartWater Filtration — Combines an icemaker and ice bin in one system so cubes don't fall onto the freezer floor. BrightSpace™ Interior with GE Reveal™ Lighting casts a natural-looking glow throughout the refrigerator.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Dimensions: 29 7/8"W x 33 7/8"D x 68"H Electrical: 120V, 60Hz, 15A Suggested Outlet: Behind Unit, 3-Prong Grounding Plumbing: Cold connection, 1/4" copper tubing Notes: Installed by Client's Gen Contractor, See Detailed Specifications Warranty: GE: 1 Year Warranty - Entire Appliance, Parts & Labor, 5 Years - Sealed Refrigeration System, Parts & Labor Certifications: UL Country of Origin: United States Installed By: Client's Contractor

ge.com

Refrigerators

Bottom Freezer

3828JL8069C 197D4618P008 49-60452 01-06 JR

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

Operating Instructions

Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . .12

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–6

Crispers and Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Shelves and Bins . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9

Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . .13–15

Installation Instructions

Installing the Refrigerator . . . .17–21

Installing the Water Line . . . . .31–33

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Removing and Replacing the

Freezer Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23

Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator

Models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24–27

Removing and Replacing the Doors (Double Door

Refrigerator Models only) . . . .28–30

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .34–38

Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . .34

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . .Back Cover

Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . .45

Product Registration

for Canadian Customers . . . . .41, 42

Product Registration

for U.S. Customers . . . . . . . . .39, 40

Warranty for Canadian

Customers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Warranty for U.S. Customers . . . . .44

Réfrigérateurs

Congélateur inférieur

Refrigeradores

Congelador inferior

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.

Models 20 and 22

Manuel d’utilisation

et d’installation

Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

Manual del propietario

y instalación

La section française commence à la page 47

La sección en español empieza en la página 89

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Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

Models 20 and 22

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

In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•

IMPORTANT — Save these

instructions 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

• 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 or door (depending on model) 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.

• To remove the freezer door, see Steps 2 and 3 in the Reversing the Door Swing section.

PREPARATION (cont.)

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS)

If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be connected to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer, by visiting our Website at ge.com (in Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada 1.888.261.3055).

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

Adjustable Wrench

1/4″ Outer Diameter

Compression Nut

and Ferrule (sleeve)

(icemaker models only)

Phillips Head Screwdriver

3/8″ and 10 mm Socket

Ratchet/Driver

3/32″ Allen wrench

supplied for use on

Stainless steel

refrigerator handles

(on some models)

1/4″ Allen wrench supplied

for changing handle

fasteners location (on some models)

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR

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 100°F (37°C) because it will not perform properly.

• 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 1/8″ (4 mm) Top 1″ (25 mm) Back 1″ (25 mm)

CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE

(icemaker and dispenser models)

A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. If there is not a cold water supply, you will need to provide one. See Installing the Water Line section.

NOTES:

• Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.

• If your 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 in the water line near the refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect

™

Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.

REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.)

(on some models)

REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP

Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge. Reinstall top hinge. NOTE: Ensure the door is properly aligned to the case top to avoid readjustment of the door during top cap reinstallation.

Place cap over the top of the refrigerator. Reinstall the original screws in the top and back of the cap.

Reinstall the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to “Replacing the Freezer Drawer” section.

Top Hinge

REMOVE TOP CAP

(on some models)

• IMPORTANT NOTE: 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 less than 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.

• SKID REMOVAL: 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 PEOPLE move and complete this installation.

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.

Remove the fresh-food door. Refer to Steps 1 through 3 of “Reversing the Door Swing” section.

Remove the bottom freezer drawer. Refer to “Removing Freezer Drawer” section.

Move refrigerator to the installation location.

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CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.)

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

™

tubing, the nuts are already assembled to

the tubing. 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

™

tubing, 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.

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.

Icemaker-Ready models

Icemaker-Installed Models

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR

(cont.)

1/4″ Tubing

Tubing Clamp

1/4″ Compression Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)

SmartConnect

™

Tubing

Refrigerator Connection

TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

(icemaker and dispenser models)

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

PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

On models with an icemaker, before plugging in the refrigerator, make sure the icemaker power switch is set to the O (off) position.

See the grounding information attached to the power cord.

PUT THE REFRIGERATOR IN PLACE

Move the refrigerator to its final location.

Tubing Clamp

1/4″ Compression Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)

SmartConnect

™

Tubing

Refrigerator Connection

1/4″ Copper Tubing

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Installation Instructions

REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD 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 with the 3/32″ Allen wrench and remove the handle. NOTE: For Double Door models follow the same procedure on the opposite door.

REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLE:

•Remove the handle mounting fasteners with a 1/4″ Allen wrench and transfer the handle mounting fasteners to the right side.

• Remove and transfer the plug button and logo badge 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.

Plastic handle (on some models):

REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Slide the handle up on the handle mounting fasteners and remove the handle.

REVERSING THE

DOOR HANDLE:

•Remove the handle mounting fasteners with a 3/8″ or 10 mm socket wrench and transfer the handle mounting fasteners to the right side.

After removing the handle: Move the small plug

button from the top right side of the door top and insert it into the hole on the opposite side.

Small Plug Button

Mounting Fasteners

Plug Button

(appearance may vary)

Badge

(appearance may vary)

REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel handle:

Loosen the set screws located on the underside of the handle with the 3/32″ Allen wrench and remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1/4″ Allen wrench.

Plastic handle:

Slide the handle to the right on the handle mounting fasteners and remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 3/8″ or 10 mm socket wrench.

Mounting fasteners

Slots on back of handle

(appearance may vary)

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ATTACH THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel handle:

Attach the handle firmly to the mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the bottom of the handle with a 3/32″ Allen wrench.

Plastic handle:

Attach the handle to the mounting fasteners by aligning the slots with the mounting fasteners.

Slide it to the left until it is firmly locked into position.

NOTE: A properly locked handle will be centered on the freezer.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR

(cont.)

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.

Slide it down until it is firmly locked into

position.

Mounting Fasteners

Plug Button

Badge

(appearance may vary)

Mounting fasteners

Slots on back of handle

Mounting fasteners

Slots on back of handle

(appearance may vary)

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