GE GPE12 Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions

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SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . .3

USING THE REFRIGERATOR

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Storage Drawers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Ice Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . .7

Cleaning the Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Cleaning the Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Replacing the LED Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Preparing for Vacation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Preparing to Move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Preparing to Install the Refrigerator. . . . . .9 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

TROUBLESHOOTING

Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Troubleshooting Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

CONSUMER SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . 20

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #_________________

Serial # _________________

Find these numbers on a label inside the fresh food compartment.

OWNER’S MANUAL &

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

GPE12

ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/

ESPAÑOL

GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.

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We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances product, and we think you will too. Among other things, registration of your appliance ensures that we can deliver important product information and warranty details when you need them.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

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

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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.

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Certain cleaners will damage plastic which may cause parts such as the door or door handles to detach unexpectedly. See the Care and Cleaning section for detailed instructions.

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

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UHOHDVHV WKH FXEHV 'R QRW SODFH ILQJHUV RU KDQGV on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable Refrigerant

This appliance contains isobutane refrigerant, R600a, a natural gas with high environmental compatibility. However, it is also combustible. Adhere to the warnings below to reduce the risk of injury or property damage.

1.When handling, installing and operating the appliance, care should be taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant tubing.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

INSTALLATION

WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD

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CONNECTING ELECTRICITY

WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet

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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

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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.

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The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.

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Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

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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 ENTRAPMENT HAZARD

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Refrigerant and Foam Disposal:

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Controls

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Temperature Control

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Control Settings

The control in the fresh food compartment should be adjusted one increment at a time. Allow 12 hours after each adjustment for the compartment to reach the

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Storage Drawers

Fruit and Vegetable Drawers

These storage drawers provide space to store fruits, vegetables and meats.

To remove and replace the drawers and the cover

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Ice Service

Ice Trays

To make ice, fill the ice tray with water and set it on a

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To release ice cubes, turn the tray upside down, hold it over a container and twist both ends.

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Wash ice trays in lukewarm water only—

do not put them in an automatic dishwasher.

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Care And Cleaning

Cleaning the Outside

Directions for Cleaning Outside Surfaces, Door Handles, and Trim

	DO USE	DO NOT USE
	Soft, clean cloth or sponge	Abrasive cloths, scrubbing sponges, scouring or steel
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	Mild detergent mixed with warm water	Abrasive powders or sprays
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	Appliances parts store for approved stainless steel	Citrus or plant oil-based cleaners
	cleaners: geapplianceparts.com or call 877.959.8688	Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners
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	and small blemishes on stainless steel surfaces only.

NOTE: DO NOT allow stainless steel cleaner to come in contact with any plastic parts such as trim pieces, handle

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Cleaning the Inside

To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking

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Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.

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Use warm water and baking soda solution—about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of

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Other parts of the refrigerator—including door gaskets, fruit and vegetable drawers, and all plastic parts—can be cleaned the same way.

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

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CAUTION 'R QRW FOHDQ JODVV VKHOYHV RU FRYHUV 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.

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Care and Cleaning

Replacing the LED Light

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1. Remove the top shelf (if necessary).

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3.Remove the light lens by using a flat head screwdriver to push one of tabs down. The lens snaps in and out.

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5.Gently pull the leads out and disconnect from the control housing assembly.

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7.Replace the light lens by snapping it into place.

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Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.492.2737) during normal business hours.

Preparing for Vacation

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Preparing to Move

Remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Secure all	Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position
loose items such as shelves and drawers by taping them	during moving.
securely in place to prevent damage.

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If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com.

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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 – .HHS WKHVH instructions for future reference.

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•Completion time±5HIULJHUDWRU ,QVWDOODWLRQ

15 minutes

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1hour

•Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

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

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CLEARANCES

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections.

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UNPACKING YOUR

REFRIGERATOR

•Remove tape and any labels (except for the rating label) from your refrigerator. Tape or glue residue can also be removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

'R QRW XVH VKDUS LQVWUXPHQWV UXEELQJ DOFRKRO flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.

•When moving the refrigerator, do not tilt the refrigerator beyond 45° from upright position.

LEVELING LEGS

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.

To raise the refrigerator

POWER CORD

•Plug the refrigerator power cord into its own properly grounded wall outlet with a voltage rating matching that on the refrigerator rating plate.

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• Read all safety precautions on pages 3 and 4.

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REFRIGERATOR FEATURES

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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

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IMPORTANT NOTES

When reversing the door swing:

•Read the instructions all the way through before starting.

•Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.

•Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in the wrong places.

•Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors.

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

These instructions are for changing the hinges from the right side to the left side—if you ever want to change the hinges back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all references to left and right.

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

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

8 mm Socket driver	Masking tape
Phillips screwdriver	Putty knife or
	thin-blade screwdriver

1REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

Remove the hinge

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Set the door on a nonscratching surface with the outside up.

1REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR (CONT.)

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NOTE: When removing the top	Shim
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2REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR

Tape the door shut with masking tape.

Remove the center hinge by removing the screws. Lift up the hinge to remove it.

NOTE: Some models have a shim between the center hinge and the case that may stick to the

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Remove the tape holding the door shut.

Lift the fresh food door up and off the bottom hinge.

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

NOTE: When removing the door, watch for washer between the bottom hinge pin and the bottom of the fresh food door that may stick to

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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

3 BOTTOM HINGE

Remove the screws and bottom hinge with shim from the right side. Remove the screw covers from the left corner.

8VLQJ WKH OHIW KLQJH LQFOXGHG ZLWK WKH SDUWV WKDW came with your refrigerator along with the screws (and washers if applicable) removed earlier, install the left hinge onto the bottom left of your refrigerator. Make sure a shim is attached to your left hinge before installation.

Place the screw covers into the holes now vacant on the right.

4TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR STOP TO THE LEFT

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Remove the door stop and hinge pin sleeve from the bottom of the right side of the door.

8VLQJ WKH OHIW GRRU VWRS LQFOXGHG ZLWK WKH SDUWV that came with your refrigerator, transfer the hinge pin sleeve to the left side and install the left door stop.

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(Right Side)	(Left Side)

5 REHANG THE FRESH FOOD

DOOR

Make sure the washer(s) are in place on the bottom hinge

pin. Make sure the door

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Remove the	Screw Covers
screw covers
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edge of the door
and insert it into
the hole on the
opposite side.

6INSTALL CENTER HINGE ON THE LEFT

Remove the three screw covers on the left side and install two of them on the right.

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(and washers if applicable) removed earlier, install the middle hinge on the left side.

Remove the tape holding the door shut.

NOTICE: When assembled correctly, the hinge is tight against the cabinet.

ATTENTION: The screws must be properly tightened. Turn the screws until snug. Then tighten the screws a minimum of 1/2 turn using both hands.

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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

7 TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO

THE LEFT

8VLQJ D SXWW\ NQLIH ZLWK WKH HGJH FRYHUHG ZLWK masking tape, remove the screw cover on the left. Be careful of the paint finish.

Reinstall the screw cover on the right side.

8TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR STOP TO THE LEFT

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WKH GRRU VZLQJ )DLOXUH WR IROORZ WKHVH instructions, leaving off parts, or overtightening screws, can lead to the door falling off and result in injury and property damage.

Remove the door stop and hinge pin sleeve from the bottom of the right side of the door.

8VLQJ WKH OHIW GRRU VWRS LQFOXGHG ZLWK WKH SDUWV that came with your refrigerator, transfer the hinge pin sleeve to the left side and install the left door stop.

9 REHANG THE FREEZER

DOOR

Transfer the screw cover on top of the door to the opposite side.

Screw

Make sure the washer (if applicable) is in place

RQ WKH FHQWHU KLQJH SLQ 3ODFH WKH IUHH]HU GRRU on the center hinge over the pin. Assure the

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Attach the top hinge removed earlier on the left side of your refrigerator and replace the hinge cover

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Normal Operating Sounds

Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology.

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

Ŷ	The	new high				HUMMM...			Ŷ You	may hear the fans spinning at high
	efficiency compressor								speeds.
	may run faster and
					WHOOSH...				This happens when the refrigerator
	longer than your old
									is first plugged in, when the doors
	refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched hum								are opened frequently or when a
	or pulsating sound while it is operating.								large amount of food is added to the
Ŷ	You	may hear a whooshing sound when the doors							UHIULJHUDWRU RU IUHH]HU FRPSDUWPHQWV
	FORVH 7KLV LV GXH WR SUHVVXUH HTXDOL]LQJ ZLWKLQ WKH								The fans are helping to maintain the
	refrigerator.								correct temperatures.
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Ŷ	You	may hear cracking or popping sounds when							may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
	the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as							Ŷ	Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
	the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.								VL]]OLQJ SRSSLQJ RU EX]]LQJ VRXQG GXULQJ WKH GHIURVW
Ŷ	The	compressor may cause a clicking or chirping							cycle.
	sound when attempting to restart (this could take							Ŷ	A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost
	up to 5 minutes).								cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into
Ŷ	Expansion		and contraction of cooling coils during						the drain pan.
	and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping							Ŷ	Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
	sound.								SUHVVXUH HTXDOL]DWLRQ
Ŷ	On models with an icemaker, after an ice making
	cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the
	ice bucket.

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Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service

6DYH WLPH DQG PRQH\ 5HYLHZ WKH FKDUWV RQ WKH IROORZLQJ SDJHV ILUVW DQG \RX PD\ QRW QHHG WR FDOO IRU VHUYLFH ,I needed, service can be scheduled by visiting us online GEAppliances.com or calling 800.GECARES 800.432.2737. ,Q &DQDGD YLVLW GEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344.

	Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
	Refrigerator does not	Refrigerator in defrost cycle.	Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
	operate
		Refrigerator is unplugged.	Push the plug completely into the outlet.
		The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is	Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
		tripped.
	Vibration or rattling	)URQW OHYHOLQJ OHJV QHHG DGMXVWLQJ	See Leveling Legs.
	(slight vibration is
	normal)
	Motor operates for long	Normal when refrigerator is first plugged	Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely
	periods or cycles on and	in.	cool down.
	off frequently. (Modern
		Often occurs when large amounts of	This is normal.
	refrigerators with more
		food are placed in refrigerator.
	storage space and a
		'RRU OHIW RSHQ	Check to see if a package is holding door open.
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	more operating time.	Hot weather or frequent door openings.	This is normal.
	They start and stop
		Temperature control set at the coldest	See About the control.
	often to maintain even
		setting.
	temperatures.)
	)UHVK IRRG RU IUHH]HU	Temperature control not set cold	See About the control.
	compartment too warm	enough.
		Warm weather or frequent door	Set the temperature control one step colder. See
		openings.	About the control.
		'RRU OHIW RSHQ	Check to see if a package is holding door open.
	)URVW RU LFH FU\VWDOV RQ	'RRU OHIW RSHQ	Check to see if a package is holding door open.
	IUR]HQ IRRG IURVW ZLWKLQ
		Too frequent or too long door openings.
	package is normal)
	,FH FXEHV KDYH RGRU	)RRG WUDQVPLWWLQJ RGRU WDVWH WR LFH	Wrap foods well.
	taste	cubes.
		,QWHULRU RI UHIULJHUDWRU QHHGV FOHDQLQJ	See Care and cleaning.
	6ORZ LFH FXEH IUHH]LQJ	'RRU OHIW RSHQ	Check to see if package is holding door open.
		Temperature control not set cold	See About the control.
		enough.
	Refrigerator has odor	)RRGV WUDQVPLWWLQJ RGRU WR UHIULJHUDWRU	)RRGV ZLWK VWURQJ RGRUV VKRXOG EH WLJKWO\
			ZUDSSHG .HHS DQ RSHQ ER[ RI EDNLQJ VRGD LQ WKH
			UHIULJHUDWRU UHSODFH HYHU\ WKUHH PRQWKV
		,QWHULRU QHHGV FOHDQLQJ	See Care and cleaning.
	Moisture forms on	Not unusual during periods of high	Wipe surface dry.
	outside of refrigerator	humidity.
	Moisture collects inside	Too frequent or too long door openings.
	(in humid weather, air
	carries moisture into
	refrigerator when doors
	are opened)

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Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service

	Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
	,QWHULRU OLJKW GRHV	No power at outlet.	Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
	not work
		/(' OLJKW EXUQHG RXW	6HH 5HSODFLQJ WKH /(' OLJKW
	)RRG LV IUHH]LQJ LQ WKH	)RRG WRR FORVH WR WKH DLU YHQW DW WKH	Move the food away from the air vent.
	refrigerator	back of the refrigerator.
		Refrigerator control is set too cold.	Move the refrigerator control to a warmer
			temperature setting one increment at a time.
			See About the controls.
		)RRG WRR FORVH WR WKH WKHUPLVWRU DQG	Move the food away from the thermistor.
		blocks the air flow to the thermistor.
	Rust, tarnish, or grime on	Moist environment or salt air.	Clean stainless steel with cleaners
	stainless steel doors		containing oxalic acid H J %DU .HHSHUV
			)ULHQG 6RIW &OHDQVHU ZLOO UHPRYH UXVW
			OLPH DQG RWKHU WDUQLVK 'R QRW ZLSH WKH
			refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet
			WRZHO 'R QRW XVH VFRXULQJ SDGV SRZGHUHG
			cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing
			bleach because these products can scratch
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			steel.

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Refrigerator Limited Warranty

For US Customers, DOO ZDUUDQW\ VHUYLFH SURYLGHG E\ RXU )DFWRU\ 6HUYLFH &HQWHUV RU DQ DXWKRUL]HG &XVWRPHU &DUH® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.

In Canada, call 800.561.3344.

Servicing your refrigerator may require the use of the onboard data port for diagnostics. This gives a GE Appliances

)DFWRU\ 6HUYLFH WHFKQLFLDQ WKH DELOLW\ WR TXLFNO\ GLDJQRVH DQ\ LVVXHV ZLWK \RXU DSSOLDQFH DQG KHOSV LPSURYH LWV

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Appliances, please advise your technician NOT to submit the data at the time of service.

For the Period of:	GE Appliances Will Replace
One Year	Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
)URP WKH GDWH RI WKH	'XULQJ WKH limited one-year warranty, GE Appliances will also provide, free of
original purchase	charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part.
What is Not Covered:

ŶService trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.

ŶImproper installation, delivery or maintenance.

ŶFailure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

ŶLoss of food due to spoilage.

ŶReplacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

ŶDamage caused after delivery.

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

ŶReplacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other than as noted above.

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

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

ŶProduct not accessible to provide required service.

ŶDamage caused by a non-GE Appliances Brand water filter.

ŶDamage to finish, such as surface rust, tarnish, or small blemishes not reported within 48 hours of delivery.

ŶProducts which are not defective, broken, or which are working as described in the owner’s manual.

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

For US Customers: This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for

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WR EULQJ WKH SURGXFW WR DQ $XWKRUL]HG *( $SSOLDQFHV 6HUYLFH ORFDWLRQ IRU VHUYLFH ,Q $ODVND WKH OLPLWHG ZDUUDQW\ excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor US: GE Appliances, a Haier company

Louisville, KY 40225

For Customers in Canada: This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner

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Warrantor Canada: MC Commercial, Burlington, Ontario, L7R 5B6

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Accessories

Icemaker Accessory Kit IM4D:

$Q ,0 ' LFHPDNHU DFFHVVRU\ NLW LV DYDLODEOH DW H[WUD cost.

To order, go to GEApplianceparts.com or call

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NOTE: 7KH VWHS VKHOI LQ WKH IUHH]HU 0867 EH SODFHG LQ the lowest position when the icemaker is installed.

The water valve cover assembly that came with the Owner’s Manual must be installed when installing the optional icemaker kit. Please call 800.626.2002 and order part WR13X20070 if the water valve cover

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Procedure sheet attached to the back of the unit.

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Power Switch

WARNING

Connect to potable water supply only.

A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. The water pressure must be between 40 and 120 psi (275-827 kilopascals)

Water Supply Kits

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