GE GNE29GMKES, GNE29GGKBB, GNE29GGKWW, GNE29GSKSS, PFE28KMKES User Manual

RefrigeratorsBottom Freezer

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

Operating Instructions

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6–9 Dispenser* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Autofill* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 About Appliance Communication . . .12 Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Fresh Food Storage Options . . . . .14,15 Climate Zone & Temperature Controlled Drawer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16,17 Freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Automatic Ice maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Replacing the Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install the

Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23 Installing the Refrigerator. . . . . . . 24-34 Installing the Water Line. . . . . . . . 35-37

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . 39, 40 Normal Operating Conditions . . . . . . .38 Truth or Myth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 42

Consumer Support

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

RPWFE Water Filter Cartridge Limited

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

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

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

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Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # ____________________

Serial # ____________________

Find these numbers on a label on the left side, near the middle of the refrigerator compartment.

Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

GE and GE Profile™ models

Models that start with PFE, GFE, DFE, PFH, and GNE are Standard Depth Models (SD)

Models that start with GYE, PYE and PWE are Counter Depth Models (CD)

Réfrigérateurs

Manuel d’utilisation et instructions d’installation

Modèles GE et GE Profile™

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Les numéros de modèle commençant par PFE, GFE, DFE, PFH, et GNE sont des modèles de profondeur normale (PN).

Les numéros de modèle commençant par GYE, PYE et PWE sont des modèles de profondeur de comptoir (PC).

Refrigeradores

Manual del Propietario e

Instrucciones de Instalación

GE y GE Profile™ modelos

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Los modelos que comienzan con las letras PFE, GFE, DFE, PFH, y GNE son Modelos con Profundidad Estándar (SD)

Los modelos que comienzan con las letras GYE, PYE y PWE son Modelos con Profundidad de Mesada (CD)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

SAFETY

GE Appliances website

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

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:

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

	WARNING	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.
	CAUTION
		IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
		To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your
	WARNING
		refrigerator follow these basic safety precautions:

This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in 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 in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA certified (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension

cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

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.

		To reduce the risk of injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic
	CAUTION
		safety precautions.

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.

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

WARNING Explosion Hazard.

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

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SAFETY (CONT.)

WARNING Tip Over Hazard.

Built-in style models (model PYE, CYE, GYE, PWE, CWE, and ZWE) are top heavy, especially with any doors open. These models must be secured with the anti-tip floor bracket to prevent tipping forward, which could result in death or serious injury. Read and follow the entire installation instructions for installing the anti-tip floor bracket packed with your refrigerator.

CONNECTING ELECTRICITY

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard.

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet

Do not remove the ground prong

Do not use an adapter

Failure 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.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. 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, 15or 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.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR

WARNING Suffocation and child entrapment hazard.

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

IMPORTANT: 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 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.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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About the features. *

Space-saving ice maker*

Ice maker and bin are located on the door creating more usable storage space.

Showcase LED lighting

LED lighting is positioned throughout the interior to spotlight areas in the refrigerator. LEDs are located under the fresh food door to light the freezer when opened.

Drop-down tray*

Allows for extra door storage when you need it and tucks away when you don’t.

Full-width temperature controlled drawer

(on some models)

Adjustable temperature control bin that can accommodate larger items.

Dairy bin*

Separate compartment for your items.

Dual ice maker/Ice bin (on some models)

An ice maker in both compartments gives you more ice whenever you need it

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QuickSpace™ shelf*

Functions as a normal full-sized shelf when needed and easily slides back to store tall items below.

Spillproof shelves

Designed to capture your spills for easier clean up.

Anti-slip Mat*

Liner that captures spills, keeps containers from shifting when the door is opened and is easily removable for cleaning.

Removable door bin

Can be removed for those with a wall limiting the door opening.

Climate zone bin

Separate bins for produce storage.

Water filter*

Filters water & Ice

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About the features. *

Door ice bin*
1.	Open left fresh food door.	Latch
2.	Pull down latch to release bin door.
3.	Using handhold lift ice bucket up
	and out to clear locators in bottom
4.	of bin.	Ice bucket
	To replace the ice bucket, set it on
	the guide brackets and push until
	the ice bucket seats properly.
5.	If bucket cannot be replaced,
	rotate the Ice Bucket Fork 1/4 turn
	clockwise.
Drop down dairy bin*
1.	Open right fresh food
2. Depress both buttons on lower
	sides and bin will drop down.
3.	Reverse to reinstall.
Ice/water filter
Remove filter/bypass plug
Push the indent on the cover and
open filter door. Pull out on filter/
bypass plug and pull straight back to
remove.		Push in and
Installing the filter cartridge		pull open
Push the indent at the bottom of the
cover and open. Lift door and align
tabs on filter to filter/holder and push
filter into place.

Swing

1

Push \ Pull

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Drop down tray (tray open)

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About the controls with temperature settings.

PFE28,PYE22P Control Style A, LCD External Control
	Temperature	Express Mode	Settings
Control	Cubed		Precise Fill
Lock
Light			Auto Fill
	Water	Crushed	Cubed

GFE28, GFE26, DFE28, GYE22 Control Style B, External Control

GNE29, PWE23 Control Style C, Internal Control

Refrigerator

Hold 3 Sec for °F/°C

Recommended: 37 °F

Actual Set

F

Energy Smart

Recommended: 0°F

Freezer

Energy Smart Override

Hold 3 Seconds

Door Alarm

Ice Maker

Lock Controls

Hold 3 Seconds

Reset Filter

Hold 3 Seconds

NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.

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.

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Changing the Temperature for Control Style A

To Change the Refrigerator Temperature:

Access By: Temperature Button Temperature

Activate By: Below the word “Refrigerator”, use the arrows to select the desired temperature. Press DONE when finished to return to HOME screen.

To Change the Freezer Temperature:

Access By: Temperature Button Temperature

Activate By: Below the word “Freezer”, use the arrows to select the desired temperature. Press DONE when finished to return to HOME screen.

To turn OFF cooling system, access SETTINGS from the HOME screen. Page over and tap COOLING SYSTEM ON. Press DONE to return to HOME screen.

To turn ON cooling system, access SETTINGS from the HOME screen. Page over and tap COOLING SYSTEM OFF. Press DONE to return to HOME screen.

Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electrical power.

Changing the Temperature for Control Style B

To change the temperature, press and release the Freezer or Fridge pad. The display will show the set temperature. To change the temperature, press either the Freezer or Fridge pad until the desired temperature is displayed.

To turn OFF cooling system, press and hold Fridge and Ice Maker simultaneously for 3 seconds. When the cooling system is OFF the display should read OFF.

Changing Temp. for Control Style C

Temperature Display is located on inside of left-hand refrigerator door. To change the temperature, press and release the REFRIGERATOR or FREEZER pad. The ACTUAL TEMP light will come on and the display will show the actual temperature. To change the temperature, tap either the

REFRIGERATOR or FREEZER pad until the desired temperature is displayed.

To turn OFF cooling system, press and hold the REFRIGERATOR and FREEZER pads simultaneously for 3 seconds. When the cooling system is OFF the display should read OFF.

To turn ON cooling system, press either REFRIGERATOR or FREEZER pad. The display will show the preset temperature settings of 37°F for refrigerator and 0°F for freezer. Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electrical power.

NOTE: For optimal temperature performance, we recommend to avoid placing food items directly at the air flow vents of the fresh food air tower and thus blocking the air flow.

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About the controls - features.

	Control Style A, External Controls PFE28, PYE22P		Control Style B, External Controls

GFE28, GFE26, DFE28, GYE22

		Temperature Express Mode	Settings
	Control	Cubed	Precise Fill
	Lock
	Light		Auto Fill

Water Crushed Cubed

Hands-free Autofill*

Hands-free Autofill uses sensors to monitor container height to automatically dispense filteredwater without having to activate the paddle.

PreciseFill setting*

Precisely dispenses filtered water in accurate measurements in ounces, cups, quarts, or liters using paddle.

Refrigerator temp control

Adjust freezer compartment temperature.

Fresh food temp control

Adjust fresh food compartment temperature.

TurboFreeze™ setting

Activate TurboFreeze to quickly restore freezertemperatures after frequent door openings.

TurboCool™ setting

Activate TurboCool to quickly restore fresh food temperature after frequent door openings.

Lock controls

Press and hold 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all feature and temperature buttons.

LED dispenser light

LED lighting that can be turned on/off to light your dispenser.

Door Alarm

Sounds to alert when the freezer or fresh food doors have been left open. Press and hold Door Alarm pad and it will toggle the sound between low, high and off.

Photo upload*

Insert USB memory stick to upload personal photos to the refrigerator LCD screen.

LCD will provide on screen prompts to load

and view slideshow. Make sure the photos are in the root directory in your USB.

Ice maker setting

Turn your ice makers on/offUSB. Cover

Cooling system On/Off

Press and hold Fridge & Ice Maker simultaneously for 3 seconds to turn the cooling system on or off.

Metric/English units

Press and hold Ice Maker & door alarm simultaneously for 3 seconds to switch between Metric & English units.

Additional settings:

•Photo upload and delete

•Slideshow

•Connected Home ready

•Reset water filter

•Ice maker on/off

•Door alarm

•Sound control

•Cooling system On/Off

•Metric/English units

•Auto fill video turorial

Additional Modes

•Sabbath Mode

Press and hold lock & light simultaneously for 3 seconds to enter/exit Sabbath mode. Activate Sabbath Mode to turn off interior lights, temperature control and advanced features. Compressor will run on a timed defrost when in Sabbath mode.

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	Controls Style C, Internal Controls	GNE29, PWE23

Refrigerator

Hold 3 Sec for °F/°C

Recommended: 37 °F

Actual Set

F

Energy Smart

Recommended: 0°F

Freezer

Energy Smart Override

Hold 3 Seconds

Door Alarm

Ice Maker

Lock Controls

Hold 3 Seconds

Reset Filter

Hold 3 Seconds

Door Alarm

Sounds to alert when the freezer or fresh food doors have been left open.

Reset Filter*

Hold for 3 seconds after replacing filter.

Lock Controls

Press and hold 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all feature and temperature buttons.

Freezer temp control

Adjust freezer compartment temperature

Refrigerator temp control

Adjust fresh food compartment temperature

Ice maker setting

Turn your ice makers on/off.

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About the dispenser.*

Water & Ice Dispenser

(See About the controls with temperature settings & About the control features)

Dispenser tray

WARNING Laceration Hazard

Never put fingers or any other object into ice crusher discharge opening. Doing so can result in contacting the ice crushing blades and lead to serious injury or amputation

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice. A delicate glass may break and result in personal injury.

If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser paddle for at least five 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 full glasses of water.

To remove Dispenser Tray (Type A Only)

Pull Dispenser Tray out until it stops.

Locate tab in the center on the bottom and push up.

Pull Dispenser Tray assembly out.

Lift metal Dispenser Tray out at center notch to clean.

To remove Dispenser Tray (Type B Only)

Pull Dispenser Tray out.

To reinstall Dispenser Tray (Type A Only)

Place the Dispenser Tray cover on top of catch tray and position under the two plastic retainers on either side.

Center Dispenser tray, and align with center guides.

Push in until it locks firmly in place.

To reinstall Dispenser Tray (Type B Only)

Center Dispenser Tray and push in until it snaps in place.

Important Facts About Your Dispenser

Do not add ice from trays or bags to the door ice maker bucket. It may not crush or dispense.

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 remove the ice bucket, poke it through with a wooden spoon.

Beverages and foods should not be quick-chilled in the door ice maker bin. Cans, bottles or food packages in the storage drawer may cause the ice maker 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.

To Use the Internal Water Dispenser*

The water dispenser is located on the left wall inside the refrigerator compartment.

To dispense water:

Hold the glass against the recess.

Push the water dispenser button.

Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for 2–3 seconds after releasing the dispenser button. Water may continue to dispense after the button is released.

If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser button for at least 5 minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system. During this process, the dispenser noise may be loud as the air is purged from the water line system. To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first 6 glassfuls of water.

NOTE: To avoid water deposits, the dispenser should be cleaned periodically by wiping with a clean cloth or sponge.

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About autofill.*

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To Use HANDS FREE AUTO FILL:

•Center container on Recess Dispenser Tray and remove hand from container

• Press AUTO FILL

To Stop AUTO FILL

• Press CANCEL, to resume filling press AUTO FILL.

Important Facts about AUTO FILL

• For optimum results, use a uniform container between 4-8”

	tall and 2-6” wide.
	• Container shape, fill level and functionality may vary on
	containers taller than 8”.
	• Container volumes may vary, if error message “Container	Sensors
	Not Found” is given, try a different container.

•AUTO FILL will time out.

•Handles and garnishes on the rim of the container my cause overfilling or variation in fill volumes.

•Splashing may occur depending on the location of the container, water flow rate, container shape, and ice cubes.

•Keep sensors clean with a clean damp cloth, and do not spray liquid or cleaners directly on sensors

•AUTO FILL works best with household water pressure of 60 to 100 psi.

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About Appliance Communication

GE WiFi Connect (for customers in the United States):

GE WiFi Connect Enabled*

Your refrigerator is GE WiFi Connect Enabled. A WiFi communication card is built into the product allowing it to communicate with your Smart Phone for remote monitoring, control, and notifications. Please visit www. GEAppliances.com/connect to learn more about connected appliance features, and to learn what connected appliance App’s will work with your Smart Phone.

GE WiFi Connect Optional *

You refrigerator is GE WiFi Connect compatible using the GE ConnectPlus module that is provided with your refrigerator. To connect this appliance to the internet you will need to attach the module to your appliance through the communication port in the appliance. The GE ConnectPlus will allow your appliance to communicate with your smart phone for remote appliance monitoring, control and notifications. Please visit www.GEAppliances.com/ connect to learn more about connected appliance features, to learn what connected appliance App’s will work with your Smart Phone and to learn where you can purchase a GE ConnectPlus.

WiFi Connectivity: For assistance with the appliance or the ConnectPlus network connectivity (for models that are WiFi enabled or WiFi optional), please call 1-800-220-6899.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

FCC/IC Compliance Statement:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause harmful interference.

2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Labelling: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

ConnectPlus module only (or similar communication module)

RF Exposure - This device is only authorized for use in a mobile application. At least 20 cm of separation distance between the ConnectPlus device and the user’s body must be maintained at all times.

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About the GE® RPWFE water filter cartridge.

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Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in the fresh food interior on the left side wall, near the top.

This product uses radio frequency identification (RFID) to detect leaks and monitor filter status. The RFID technology is certified by the FCC.

FCCID: ZKJ-EBX1532P001 ICID: 10229A-EBX1532P001

“This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.”

“This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.”

When to replace the filter cartridge

The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or earlier if 170 gallons of water has been dispensed or the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.

Touch Screen Models: A filter status message will appear on the screen when the water filter needs to be replaced. The filter status will automatically update when the filter is replaced.

Non-touch Screen Models: A filter indicator light will illuminate on the screen when the water filter needs to be replaced.

Removing the filter cartridge

To replace the filter, first remove the old cartridge by opening the filter door and pulling on the bottom of the cartridge to allow it to swing outward. When the cartridge can no longer swing, gently pull to unseat it from the cartridge holder. DO NOT TWIST CARTRIDGE. A small amount of water may drip out.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

1.Align top of filter cartridge with cartridge holder with the word “FRONT” facing outward then push the cartridge toward

the rear of the unit until it is fully seated. DO NOT TWIST THE FILTER CARTRIDGE!

2.While continuing to ensure cartridge is fully seated in the holder, gently swing the filter inward until it is in position. If filter will not swing easily, check to ensure filter is properly aligned and fully seated within the cartridge holder. Close the filter door.

Swing

Push \ Pull

3.Run two gallons of water through the cold water dispenser (about 5 minutes) to remove air from the system. A newly installed filter cartridge will cause water to spurt from the dispenser. Use a large pitcher or sports bottle to catch the water spray. DO NOT use hands-free auto-fill (some models) until all air is removed from the system.

4.Reset Filter Status message (non-touch screen models).

WARNING Scalding Hazard.*

Use of the hot water dispenser prior to purging air from the system may result in spurting of hot water and lead to hot water scalding. Follow the instructions above to purge all air from the system through the cold water dispenser prior to using the hot water dispenser.

Note: It is normal for water to appear discolored during the initial system flush. Water color will return to normal after first few minutes of dispensing.

Filter Bypass Plug

To reduce the risk of property damage due to water leakage, you MUST use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is not available. Some models do not come equipped with the filter bypass plug. To obtain a free bypass plug, call 800-GECARES. In Canada, call 800.561.3344. The dispenser and icemaker will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug installed. The bypass plug is installed in the same way as a filter cartridge.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk associated with choking, do not allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts during the installation of this product. The disposable filter cartridge should be replaced every 6 months at the rated capacity, or sooner if a noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs.

For the maximum benefit of your filtration system, GE recommends the use of GE-branded filters only. Using GE-branded filters in GE and Hotpoint® refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability. GE filters meet rigorous industry NSF standards for safety and quality that are important for products that are filtering your water. GE has not qualified non-GE-branded filters for use in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no assurance that non-GE-branded filters meet GE’s standards for quality, performance and reliability.

If you have questions, or to order additional filter cartridges, visit our website at www.gewaterfilters.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.

Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Camco Service Center.

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About the fresh food storage options.

Rearranging the Shelves

Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable.

To remove:

Remove all items from the shelf.

Tilt the shelf up at the front.

Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out.

To replace:

While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook at the 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.

Spillproof Shelves

Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves.

Quick Space Shelf *

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 spillproof shelves).

NOTE: The location of the upper Quick Space Shelf is not adjustable.

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