GE GSHF9NGYACSS, GSHF9NGYACWW Owner's Manual And Installation
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Safety Instructions ........... 2-3
Operating Instructions
Automatic lcemoker .............. 11
Care and Cleaning ............ 13, 14
Crispers and Pans ............ 10
Ice and Water Dispenser ........ 12, 13
Refrigerator Doors ................. 9
Replacing the Light Bulbs ......... 1S
Shelves and Bins ................. 7, 8
Temperature Controls ............ 4
TurboCoof ..................... 4
Water Filter .................... 5, 6
Installation Instructions
Installing the Refrigerator . , 21-24
Moving the Refrigerator .......... 17-20
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator ............. 16
Water Line Installation .......... 25-27
Troubleshooting Tips , , ,28-31
Normat Operating Sounds ........ 28
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .......... Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet , ,32, 33
State of California Water
Treatment Device Certificate 34, 35
Warrantg (Canadian} .......... 36
Warrantg (U S) .......... 37
Models 22, 23, 25, 25, 27 and 29
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Refrigeradores
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Write the model and serial numbers
here:
Model #
Serial #
Findthese numbers ona label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the
top on the right side
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IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFOREUSING.
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A WARNING!
Use this appliance onfg for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual,
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safet_lprecautions should be followed, including the following:
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Thisrefligerator must be properlg installed
and located in accordance with theInstallation
Instructionsbeforeit isused
Donot allow childrento climb, stand or hang
on the shelvesinthe refligerator.Theycould
damagethe refrigeratorandseriouslyinjure
themselves
Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet
Skinmay stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance
In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism or with the heating element
located on the bottom of the icemaker. Do
not place fingers or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator
is plugged in
Keepfingersout of the "pinchpoint" areas;
clearancesbetween the doorsand between
the doorsand cabinet are necessarilysmall
Becarefulclosingdoorswhen childrenare
in the area
:: Unplug the refligerator beforecleaning and making
repairs
NOTE:We strongly recommendthatany servicing
beperformedb_laqualifiedindividual
::::::Do not refreezefrozenfoodswhich have
thawed completely
NOTE:Turning the refrigerator off vio the controls on
the touch panel does not shut off dectricat power to
the refrigerator.
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ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOF THEREFRIGERATOR
Childentrapment andsuffocation arenot problems
ofthe past Junkedor abandoned refrigeratorsare
stilldangerous evenifthey willsitfor '_iustafew
days" Ifyou aregetting ridof your old refrigerator_
pleasefollow the instructionsbelow to help prevent
accidents
Before You ThrowAway Your Old
Refrigerator or Freezer:
_:::Takeoff the doors
:::::Leavethe shelvesin place so that childrenmay not
easilyclimb inside
Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,which
under federal law must be removed prior to product
disposal If gou are getting rid of an old refrigeration
product, check with the company handling the
disposal about what to do
i!::!..........USEOF EXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potentia! safety hazards under certain conditions we strongtg recommend against the use
dan extension cord
However,if you must useon extensioncord.it is absolutely necessarythat it be o UL-listed(inthe UnitedStates}
or e CSA-listed(inCanada}.3-wiregrounding type applianceextension cord having a grounding type plug and
outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15amperes(minimum}and 120volts
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A WARNING!
HOW TOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under ang circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord
Forpersonal safety, this appliance must be properlg grounded
Thepower cord of thisapplianceis equipped
with o 3-prong (grounding)plugwhich mates
with o standard5-prong (grounding}wa!loutlet
to minimizethe possibilityofelectricshockhazard
from this appliance
Havethewall outlet andcircuitcheckedby a qualified
electricianto make surethe outlet isproperly
grounded
ifthe outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, itis
your personalresponsibilityand obligation to
hoveitreplacedwith a properlygrounded
3-prong wall outlet
Therefrigerator shouldalwagsbe plugged intoits
own individualelectricaloutlet which has ovoltage
rating that matchesthe rating plate.
Thisprovidesthe bestperformance end alsoprevents
overloadinghousewiring circuitswhich could causea
firehazardfrom overheatedwires
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on
the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull
straight out from the outlet,
Repairor replaceimmediately allpower cordsthat
havebecomefrayed orotherwisedamaged Donot
usea cord that showscracksor abrasion damage
along its lengthor at either end
Whenmoving the refrigeratorawag from the wall,
be carefulnot to rolloveror damagethe powercord
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORtVlATIONCAREFULLY,
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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About the temperature controls.
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Not of! features are on all models
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O_F is Recammended 37_F is. Recommer_ded
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Hold 3 Seconds to Reset Hold 3 5econds
Thetemperaturecontrolsarepresetin thefactoryat37°FfortherefrigeratorcompartmentandO°Fforthe
freezercompartmentAllow24hoursforthetemperatureto stabilizetotilepresetrecommendedsettings
ThetemperaturecontrolscbndisplayboththeSETtemperatureaswellastheactualtemperatureinthe
refrigeratorandfreezer,TireactualtemperaturemayvaryslightlyfromtheSETtemperaturebasedon
usageandoperatingenvironment
Onsamemodels,settingbothcontrolstothewarmestsettinguntilthedisplayflashes[off)willstop
coatinginboththefreezerandrefrigeratorcompartments
i::: Onothermodels,settingeithercontroltothewarmestsettinguntilthedisplayflashesloft)willstop
thecoolingtothefreezerandrefrigerator.
NOTE:Turningtherefrigeratoroffviathecontrolsonthetouchponddoesnotshutoffeleddcalpower
totherefrigerator
NOTE:Therefrigeratorisshippedwithprotectivefilmcoveringthetemperaturecontrolstfthisfilmwas
notremovedduringinstotfotionremoveit now
Performance Air Flow System
ThePerformanceAir-FlowSystemisdesignedto
maximizetemperaturecontrolintherefrigerator
andfreezercompartments.Thisuniquespecial
featureconsistsoftile AirToweralongthe back
walloftherefrigeratorandtheAirTunnelonthe
bottomportionofthefreezerrearwallPtacing
foodinfrontofthelouversonthesecomponents
About TurboCool:" (on some models}
will not affect performance Although the Air Tower
andthe AirTunnelcon beremoved, doing so will
affect temperature performance (Forremoval
k_structions,on-line contact us atgecam or
coil800GECARESInCanada,contact usat
geappliancesca or call 1800 56t 33/44}
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How it Works
TurboCoolrapidlycoolstherefrigerator
compartmentinordertomorequicklycoolfoods.
UseTurboCoolwhenaddinga largeamount
offoodto therefrigeratorcomportment,putting
awayfoodsaftertheyhavebeensittingoutat
roomtemperatureorwhenputtingawaywarm
leftovers.Itcanalsobeusedifthe refrigeratorhas
beenwithoutpowerforanextendedperiod
Onceactivatedthecompressorwillturnon
immediatelyandthefanswiltcycleonand
offathighspeedas neededforeighthours
Thecompressorwillcontinuetorununtilthe
refrigeratorcompartmentcoolstoapproximately
34°F(1°C1,thenitwillcycleonandofftomaintain
thissettingAfter8hour&orifTurbaCoolis
pressedagain,therefrigeratorcompartment
wi! returntotheorgna settng
HowtoUse
PressTurboCoolTheTurboCooltemperature
displaywillshowTcendtheLEDwillbeactivated
AfterTurboCooliscomplete,theTurboCool
indicatortightwillgoout
NOTES:Therefrigeratortemperaturecannotbe
changedduringTurboCool
Thefreezertemperatureisnataffected
duringTurboCao/
Whenopeningtherefrigeratordoor
duringTurboCool.thefanswillcontinue
toruniftheyhavecycledon
About the water filter, tonsomemodels)
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Water Filter Cartridge
Thewater filter cartridge islocatedin the backupper right
cornerof the refrigeratorcomportment
When to Replace the Filter on Models Without
a Replacement Indicator Light
Thefilter cartridge should bereplaced everg sixmonths or
earlierif theflow ofwater to the water dispenseror icemaker
decreases
Removing the Filter Cartridge
If gou are replacingthe cartridge,first removetheold one
bg slowlgturning it to theleft. Donot pulldown on the
cartridge A smallamount ofwater mag dripdown
Installing the Filter Cartridge
0 if gou arereplacinga SmartWatercartridgewith
an adapter,it mustbe removedbefore installingthe
cartridge To removetheadapter,turn it tothe left
about 1/4 turn
With Adapter Wilhou[ Adapter
fappe_rancemayvary)
On modelswithout a replacementindicator light,apptg
the month and gearstickerto the newcartridge to remind
you to replacethefilter in six months,
_) Fillthe replacementcartridge withwater fromthe top to
allowfor betterflow from thedispenserimmediatelgafter
installation
O Lineup the arrow on the cartridge and thecartridge
holder.Placethetop of thenew cartridge up inside
theholder`Donat pushit up into the holder.
O Siowlgturn it to the rightuntil the filter cartridge stops
DONOTOVERTIGHTEN,As gouturn the cartridge,it will
automaticallg raise itself into position Thecartridge will
move about 1/2 turn
CanridgeHolder
Runwater from the dispenserfor 3 minutes(about
1-1/2galions)to clear the sgstemand prevent sputtering
Pressandhold the WATERFILTERpad tonsome models)
on the dispenserfor 3 seconds
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NOTE:A newlginstalledwater filter cartridge mag cause
water to spurt from thedispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
Youmust usethe filterbgpassplug when a replacement filter
cartridge is not available Thedispenserand the icemaker will
not operatewithout thefilter or filter bgpassplug
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Bypass _)w,,_
Plug
Smarf#$gter
tf gou havequestions-visit ourWebsiteat GEAppliances,com
or call 1.800GECARES11800/4322737)
Replacementfilters:
Toorder additional filter cartridges in the United States,
visit our Websiteat GEAppliances.com,or call GEParts and
Accessories,800.5262002.
Filter Hodel MSWF
Customersin Canadashould consult the gellow pages
for the nearestHabe ServiceCenter.
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On some models
Water" Niter Cartridge
Thewater fiitercartridge islocated inthe beckupper right
cornerof the refrigeratorcomportment
When to Replace the Niter on Models Without
a Replacement Indicator Light
Thefilter cartridgeshouldbe replacedeverysix months
or earlierifthe flow of water tothe water dispenseror
icemakerdecreases
O Slowlyturn it to the right until the filter cartridge stops
DONOTOVERTIGHTEN.Asyou turnthe cartridge,itwill
automaticallyraiseitself intoposition Thecartridge will
moveabout 1/2 turn
Removing the Filter Cartridge
Ifyou are replacingthecartridge first removethe old
one by slowly turning it to the left Do not pulldown
on the cartridge Asmell amount of water may drip down
Installing the Filter Cartridge
If youare replacinga SmartWatercartridge with
an adopter,itmust beremovedbeforeinstalling
the cartridge Toremove theadapter,turn it
tothe left about 1/4 turn.
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With Adapter Without Adapter
(appearance may vary)
On modelswithout a replacement indicatorlight,
applg the month and year stickerto the new cartridge
to remind you to replacethe filter insix months.
Fillthe replacement cartridge with water from the tap to
allow for better flow from the dispenserimmediatelLjafter
installation
Lineup thearrow on the cartridgeand the cartridge
holder PIacethe top of the new cartridge up insidethe
holder_Do not push it up into the holder
O Runwater from the dispenserfor 3 minutes (about 1-t/2
gallons)to clear the system and preventsputtering
Pressand holdthe WATERFILTERpad (onsome models)
on the dispenserfor 3 seconds
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NOTE:A newlyinstalledwater filter cartridge may cause
water' to spurt from the dispenser.
Filter Bgpass Plug
Youmustusethe filterbypassplug when a replacementfilter
cartridge is not available.Thedispenserand the icemakerwifl
not operatewithout the filteror filter bypass plug
Bypass _
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If you have questions-visit our Website at GEApptiances cam,
or call :L800GE CARES(t 800.432 27371
Replacement filters:
To order additional filter cartridges in the United States,
visff our Webs!re at GEAppfiances.com, or call GE Parts and
Accessories, 800.626°2002.
Filter Model HWF
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages
for the nearest Habe Service Center:
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About the shelvesand bins.
Not all features are on all models,
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Freezerbin
Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins
Large Bins
Thelarger refrigerator door binsand freezer
tilt-out door binsare adjustable
Toremove: Lift the front of the bin straight
up. then lift up and out
To replace or relocate: Engage the back side
of the bin inthe molded supports of the door,
Then push down on the front of the bin Bin
wil!tack in place
SmallBins
Toremove: Liftthefront of the bin straightup
thenout
Toreplace: Positionthebin above the
rectangularmoldedsupportson the door.
Thenslidethe bin down ontothe support
to lockit in place
Thesnuggerhelpspreventtipping spilling
or sliding of small itemsstoredonthe door
shelf Placea finger on eithersideof the
snuggernearthe rear and move it beck
and forth tofit gour needs
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CAUTION:
Onmodelswith an
ice chute inside the
top freezer door bin.
be careful when
placing items in the
bin Makesurethat
itemsdonot block
or fall into the ice
chute
Freezer till-out bin
Pless tab and pull shell forward Io
romove
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
Theslide-outspillproofshelfallows gou
to reachitemsstoredbehind others The
specialedgesoredesignedto helpprevent
spillsfrom drippingto lowershelves,
Toremove:
Slidethe shelfout until itreachesthe stop.
then pressdown on thetab and slidethe shelf
straight out
Toreplace or relocate:
Linethe shelf up with the supports andslide
it intoplace Theshelfcan be repositioned
when the door isat 90°or more To reposition
the shelf,slidethe shelfpast the stopsand
angle downward Slideshelfdown to the
desiredposition,lineup with thesupports
and slide into place
Hake sure gou push the shelves all the wag
back in before gou close the door
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Not all features are on all models
quickSpace'* Shelf (onsomemodels)
Thisshelfsplitsin half and sIidesunder itself
forstorage of tall items on theshelf beIow
Thisshetfcan beremovedandreplaced
or-relocatedjust likeSlide-OutSpiltproof
Shelves.
Onsome models,this shelf cannot be used
in the lowest position
Freezer Baskets
Toremove slideoutto thestopposition
lift the front past the stop position and
slideout.
Make sure gou push the basketsatt the
way back in before you close the door:
Toremove,pushthebasket all theway to
the backofthe freezer.Liftupuntil theback
pinsaredisengaged Liftthe entirebasket
up and pullout,
Hake sure you push the basketsall the
wag back in beforegou close the door
Slide-Out Freezer Shelves
Toremove, slideout tothe stopposition,
lift the front pastthe stop position,andslide
outfrom rib
Make sure gou push the shelvesall the wag
back in before gou close the door
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Fixed Freezer Shelves
Toremove, lift the shelfup at the leftsideand
then bring the shelfout
NOTEFORDISPENSERMODELS:In order
totake full advantageof the tilt-out ice bin
[onsome models[ only storeitems on the
shelfbelowthe icebin that are no taller
than thelowestpoint on the bin
Door Wine/Beverage Rack (onsome models)
Thisrock holds up to 5cans or one bottle
ofwine
Therack hangsfrom the sides
of thedairy bin
Toremove:
O Emptythewine/beverage rack
0 Holdingthe bottom of the dairy bin.
lift the fiontstraight up,then lift up
and out
O Todetach the rackfrom the dairy bin,
pull the rack'ssidewires out of theholes
on each side of the dairy bin
Toreplace:
Reattachthe rackto the sidesof the bin
Engagetheback side of the bin in
the moldedsupportson the door.
Thenpush down on the front of
the bin The binwill lockinto place
About the refrigerator doors.
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Refrigerator Doors
The refrigerator doors mag feel different
than the ones you ore used to. The special
door opening/closing feature makes sure
the doors close alI the wag and are
securelg sealed
When opening and closing the door, you
wil! notice a stop position if the door is
opened past this stop point, the door will
remain open to allow gou to goadand
unload food more easiig When the door
is onlg portialtg open. it ,will outomaticallg
close
Theresistancegou feetat the stop
positionwill be reducedasthe door
isloadedwith food
Whenthe doorisonly partiallyopen.
il wil; automaticallyclose
Beyondthisslop lhe doorwill
stayopen
Door Alignment
Ifdoors ore uneven, adjust the refrigerator
door.
O Usinga 7/16" socketwrench,turn the
door adjustingscrewto the right to
raisethedoor;to the left,to lower it.
(Anylonplug.imbeddedin the threads
of thepin,preventsthe pin from
turning unlesso wrench isused}
O After oneor twoturns ofthe wrench.
openand closethe refrigeratordoor
and check the alignment at thetop
of the doors
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Not all features are on a!! models
Fruit and Vegetable Crispers
Excesswaterthat magaccumulate in the
bottom of the drawersshouldbe wiped dry
Onsome models,the bottom drawer has
fullextensionslidesthat alfowfull access
tothe drawer
HI _ LO
AdJustable Humidity Crispers
Slidethe control afl the wag to the HIsetting
to providehigh humiditg recommendedfor
mostvegetables
Slidethe controi oil thewag to the LO
setting toprovidelower humiditg levels
recommendedfor most fruits
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Convertible Dell Pan fan some models]
Theconvertible deli pan has its owncold air
duct to allow a stream ofcoldair from the
fleezer compartment or refrigerator
compartment to flow to the pan
The variable temperature control regulates
the air flow from the Climate Keeper Air
Tower.
Setthe control to thecoldest settingto store
freshmeats
Set the contmi to cold to convert the pan
to normal refrigerator temperature and
provide extra vegetable storage space The
cold air duct is turned off Variable settings
between these extremes can be selected
Aboutcrispe r removal.
Not all features are on all models
Crisper Removal
Crisperscan eas{igbe removedbg puiiingthe
drawerstraight out and lifting the drawerup
andover the stop location
Ifthe door preventsgoufrom taking out
thedrawers,first trg to removethe door bins
ifthis does not offer enough clearance the
refrigeratorwill needto be roiledforward
until thedoor opens enough to slidethe
drawers out Insome cases,when gou rolt
the refrigeratorout, gouwill needto move
the refrigeratorto the left or rightasgou roll
it out
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About the automatic icemaker.
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A newlg installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice
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PowerLight FeelerA.n
Icemaker
Automatic icemaker
The icemuker will produce seven cubes
per cgcle-appro×imotelg 100-130cubes
in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer
compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings
and other use conditions
See below for how to access ice and reach
the power switch on dispenser models
If the refrigerator is operated before the
water connection ismade to the icemaker,
set the power switch in the 0 (off/position
When the refrigerator has been connected to
the water supplg, set timepower switch to the
I ton) position
Theicemokerwillfillwith water when it cools
to 15°F(-IO°C}Anewlginstalledrefrigerator
maLjtake12to24hourstobeginmakingice
cubes
Youwill heara buzzingsoundeach time
theicemakerfillswith water.
Throwowag the firstfew batches of ice to
allow thewater lineto clear,
Besurenothing interfereswith thesweep
of thefeelerarm
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler
arm. the icemuker will stop producing ice
Itis normal for several cubes to be joined
together,
If ice is not usedfrequentlg,old ice cubes
willbecome cloudg,tastestale end shrink.
NOTE:In homeswith lower-than-average
water pressure,you may hearthe icemaker
cyclemuttiptetimes when makingone batch
ofice
Models without a shelf
above the ice bin
To access ice end reach the
icemaker power switch:
o Lift the bin. tl_enpull it
forward until the bin stops
O Lewer the bin to access ice
or reach the power switch
NOTE:In orderto take full
advantage of the tflt_out ice bin,
on0 store items on the shelf below
the ice bin that are no taller than
the lowest point on the bin
Accessing Ice and Reaching
the Power Switch on Dispenser
Models
Thereare two types of ice storage bins
on dispensermodels,Onehasa shelfabove
the bin,the other does not
Specialnote about dispenser models
without a shelfabove the icebin:
Thesemodelshavee tilt-outice bin.
Thebincan be tiltedout asshown in
the illustrations,andit willhold itself
up while goutake ice out or turn the
icemokerpowerswitch on and off
Besureto put thebin beck in place
beforedosing thedoor.
To restore gour icelevelfrom an emptg
bucket stage,the following steps are
recommended:
O 12hoursafter thefirst botch of ice
hasfallen into the bin,dispense
3to 4 cubes
After an additional 6 hours, dispense
3 to 4 cubes again
These steps will restore t.,Jourice Ievei
in the shortest amount of time
Hodels with a shelf
above the ice bin
To access ice.pull the bin forward
Toreach the power switch, pull the
shelfstraight out Always be sure to
replace the shelf
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SpillSherf
To Use the Dispenser
SetectCOBEO,CE cRus.ED,CE
or WATER_.
Pressthe glassgentlgagainst the top of the
dispensercradle
Thespillshelf isnotself-draining Toreduce
water spotting,theshelf and its grilleshould
becleanedregularlg,
finD water is dispensed when the
refrigerator is first installed there may
be air in the water line sgstem Press the
dispenser arm far at least two minutes to
remove trapped air from the water fine
end to fill the water sgstem To flush out
impurities in the water line, throw uwag
the first six glassfuls of water
CAUTION: Never put fingers or ang other
objects into the ice crusher discharge
opening
Locking the Dispenser
ntro_ll
Hold 3 Seconds
PresstheLock Controls
pad for3 secondsto lock
the dispenserand canboI
panel To unlock press
and hold the pod again
for 3 seconds
Dispenser Light
Thispad turnsthe night
igh andoff Thelight also
comeson when the
dispenser-cradleis
pressed If thislight burns
out, it should be replaced
with o 6 watt 12V
maximum bulb
Door Alarm tansomemodels)
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Toset the alarm.
pressthis paduntil the
indicator light comes on
Thisalarm wilt sound if
eitherdoor is open for
more than 3 minutes
Thelight goesout and
the beepingstopswhen
gou closethe door,
Important Facts About Your Dispenser
Donot add ice from trags or bagsto
the storagedrawer:It mag nat crushor
dispensewetl
Avoidoverfillingglasswith iceand use
ofnarrow glassesBacked-upicecanjam
thechute or causethedoor inthe chute to
freezeshut If ice isblockingthechute,poke
itthroughwith a woodenspoon
Beveragesandfoods shouldnat be
quick-chilledin the icestoragedrawer,
Cans.bottlesor food packagesinthe
storagedrawer mag causethe icemaker
or auger tojam
Somecrushed icemag be dispensed
eventhough gau selected CUBEDICE.This
happensoccasionallgwhen a few cubes
accidentallgget directedto the crusher,
:::After crushediceis dispensed,some water
mag drip from the chute
!.:Sometimesa smallmound af snow will
form onthe door inthe icechute This
condition is normal and usuallgoccurs
when gou have dispensedcrushed ice
repeatedlg Thesnow will eventuallg
evaporate
i::::Tokeepdispensedicefrom missing
theglass,put the glass closeto, but not
touching,the dispenseropening,
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Models without a shelf
above the ice bin
To remove
Lift the bin then _ull i_
forward until the bin stops
Lift and pull forward again
to remove the bin
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Removing and Replacing the Ice
Storage Bin on Dispenser Models
Thereare two types of ice storage bins on
dispenser models,One has ashelf above
the bin,the otherdoesnot
Alwagssetthe icemakerpowerswitch to the
O(off) positionbeforeremovingthe icebin
When replacing either typeof ice bin:
Alwagsbe sureto pressit firmlg intoplace
If it does not go all the wag back removeit
and rotate the drivemechanism 1/4 turn
Thenpushthe bin backagain
Models with a shelf
above the ice bin
Toremove:
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Pull _hebin straight ouL then lift
past the stop position
Careand cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside
Dispenserdriparea
Thedispenser drip area ion some models),
beneaththegrille,shouldbewipeddrg Water
left in thisarea magleavedeposits Remove
thedepositsbg adding undilutedvinegar to
thewell Soakuntil the depositsdisappear
or become looseenough to rinseowog
Thedispenser cradle(on somemodels)
Beforecleaning,lockthe dispenserbg
pressingand holding theLock Controlspad
for 3seconds Cleanwithworm waterand
bakingsodasolution- about a tablespoon
(15ml}of bakingsoda toa quart (t liter)
of water`Rinsethoroughkj and wipe drg
Thedoor handlesand trim, Cleanwith
a cloth dampenedwith soapgwater,
Drgwith a softcloth
Keeptheoutside clean_Wipewith a
cleancloth lightly dampenedwith kitchen
appliancewax or mild liquiddishdetergent
Drgand polishwith a clean,soft cloth
Do not wipe the refrigerator witi_ a sailed
dish cloth or wet towel Thesema_/leave
a residue that con erode the point 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
Tohelpprevent odors, leavean open box
ofbakingsodain the freshfood and freezer
compartments
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning,,
If this isnotpractical,wring excessmoisture
out of spongeorcloth when cleaning around
switches,lights or controls
Usewarm water and baking soda solution-
about a tablespoon(15mi)of baking soda to
a quart (1liter)of water. Thisboth cleansand
neutralizesodors Rinseandwipe drg
Useof ang cleaningsolution other than
that which is recommended,especially
thosethat contain petroleum distillates,
can crack or damage the interior of the
refrigerator..
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot
water because thee_treme temperature
difference may cause them to break
Handle glass shelves carefully Bumping
tempered glass can cause it to shutter
Donot wash one plastic refrigerator
parts in the dishwasher
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. CcontJ
Behind the Refrigerator
Becareful when movingthe refrigerator
awag from the wall Afltgpes of floor'
coveringscan be damaged,particuladg
cushionedcoveringsandthosewith
embossedsurfaces
Puilthe refrigerator straight out and
return itto position bg pushingitstraight
in Movingthe refrigeratorin asidedirection
mag resultin damage to thefloor covering
or refrigerator.
When pushing the refrigerator back. make
sure gou don't roll over the power cord or
icemaker supplg line (on some modelsL
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 (1liter) of water: Leave the doors open
Set the icemaker power switch to the
O (off) position and shut offthe water
supplg to the refrigerator:
If the temperature can drop below freezing.
have o qualified servicer drain the water
supply system (on some models} to prevent
serious property damage due to flooding
Preparing to love
Secure all loose items such as shelves end
drawers bg toping them securely in place
to prevent damage
When usinga hand truck to move the
refrigerator,donot restthe front orback
ofthe refrigerator againstthe hand truck,
Thiscoulddamage therefrigerator:Handle
onty from thesidesof therefrigerator,
Be sure the refrigerator stags in an upright
position during moving
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Replacing the light bulbs.
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NOTE: Turning the refrigerator off via the controls on the touch panel does not shut off electrical power to
the refrigerator
Yourlight shield will look like one
o! the following:
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Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light
0 Unplug the refrigerator, 0
0 Thebulbsare locatedat the top of
the compartment, insidethe light shield
Onsome models,a screw at the front of
the lightshieldwiIihaveto be removed
Onother models,the screwislocated
in the pocket locatedat the backof
the shieid
0 Toremovethe lightshield,on some
models,pressin onthetabs onthe sides
oftheshieldand slideforward and out
Onothermodels,justslidethe shield
forward and out
After replacingthe bulb with an appliance
bulbof thesame orlowerwattage.
replacethe light shieldand screw When
replacingthe light shield,make surethat
the tabs at the back of the shieldfit into
the slotsat the backof the light shield
housing
Plugtherefrigerator back in
Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light
Thislight islocated above the top drawer
Unplugthe refrigerator.
Lift the light shieldup and pull it out
0 After replacing the bulb with an appliance
butbof the sameor lower wattage.
replacethe shield
O Plug the refrigerator back in
Freezer Compartment
O Unplugthe refrigerator. O
Removetheshelfjust abovethe light
shield (TheshetfwilIbe easierto remove
ifit isemptiedfirst )Removethe screwat
the topof the lightshield
Toremovethe light shield,pressinon the
sides,andlift upand out
Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield When
reinstalling the light shield, make sure
the top tabs snap securely into place
Replacethe screw
Reinstallthe shelf and plug the
refrigerator back in
Dispenser
Unplugthe refrigerator
Thebulb islocatedon the dispenser
underthe control panel Removethe light
bulb bg turningit counterclockwise
0 Replacethe bulb with a bulb
of the same sizeand wattage
O Plug the refrigerator back in
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Refrigerator Compartment ton some modetsl
Thereis an LEDlightingdisplay in the top
of the refrigeratorcompartment on some
models tfthis assembIgneedsto be
replaced,cattGEServiceat 1,8004322737
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Refri erator
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completelg
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 skiJls
• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation
30 minutes
Water Line Installation
30 minutes
Proper installation is the responsibilitg of
the installer
Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warrantg
If the refrigerator has alreadg been installed,
remove the base grille (see Step 2 in Moving
the Refrigerator), then skip to Step 5 in Installing
the Refrigerator.
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PREPARATION
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
If the refrigerator has an icemoker; it will have
to be connected to o cold water line. AGE water
supplg kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve,
fittings and instructions} is available at extra
cost from LJOUrdealer, bg visiting our Website
at GEAppliances,com (in Canada at
wwwoGEAppliances.ca} or from Ports and
Accessories, 800 626 2002 (in Canada
:[888.261 30551
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
3/8" and 5/16" Socket
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Plastic Putty Knife
1/2" and7/t6" Wrench
Phillips-HeadScrewdriver
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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
[_ LOADING THE RERIGERATOR
ONTO A HAND TRUCK
Leave all tape and door pads on doors until
the refrigerator is in its final location
To move the refrigerator, use a padded hand
truck Center the refrigerator on the hand truck
and secure the strap around the refrigerator
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE STRAR
[] REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE
Remove the grille bg removing the two Phillips
head screws
If the refrigerator must go through
ang entrance that is Jessthan 38" wide,
the doors must be removed Proceed to
Step 3
DO NOT remove the handles°
if all entrances are more than 38" wide,
skip to Installing the Refrigerator.
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[_] DISCONNECT THE WATER COUPLING
(on some models}
If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,
there is a water line from the cabinet into
the bottom hinge on the freezer door that
must be disconnected.
To disconnect, push in on the white collar
of the coupling and pull out the tubing
White collar
Bottom
freezer
hinge
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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR(CONT.)
[] DISCONNECT THE POWER COUPLING
(on some models)
If the refrigerator has a water' dispenser,
there is a power line (harness) from the cabinet
into the bottom hinge on the freezer door that
must be disconnected
To disconnect, pull apart at the coupling.
[_ DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL
CONNECTORS (on some models)
tf the refrigerator' has a refreshment center,
there are electrical connectors (harnesses)
from the cabinet into the bottom hinge on the
refrigerator door that must be disconnected
To disconnect, pull apart each connector:
Bottom
refrigerator
hinge
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[] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND
REFRIGERATOR DOORS
[]_] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
[_] Remove the freezer door top hinge cover bg
either squeezing it and pulling it up or bg
prging it off with a plastic puttg knife
[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws, then
lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin,
5/t6" HexHead
[] Open the freezer door to 90 °
90°
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IT) REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.)
i_ As one person slowlg lifts the freezer door up
and off the bottom hinge, the second person
should carefullg guide the water line and power
line (harness) through the bottom hinge
[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface with
the inside up.
[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
[] Remove the refrigeretor door top hinge cover
bg either squeezing it and pulling it up or bg
prging it off with a plastic puttg knife
I_ REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
(canto)
t-_ Remove the two 5/16" he× head screws, then
lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin
5/16"HexHead
[_ Open the refrigerator door to 90°
98°
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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR(CONT.)
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REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
(cont.)
Lift the refrigerator door up and off the bottom
hinge
If the refrigerator has a refreshment center,
one person should slowlg lift the door up and
off the bottom hinge and the second person
should carefullg guide the electrical lines
(harnesses) through the bottom hinge
Re{reshment Center Models only
Set the door on a non-scratching surface with
the inside up.
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[_Z]REPLACING THE DOORS
To replace the doors, simplg reverse steps 3
through 8
However, please note the following:
• When lowering the doors onto the bottom
hinges, make sure the second person
carefully guides the tube end harnesses
through the holes in the hinges
• When connecting the water line, make sure
you insert the tubing oil the wag to the mark,
Mark
- Do not pinch the tubing and harnesses when
placing the doors on the bottom hinges
° When connecting the power line and the
electrical lines (refreshment center models
only), be sure that the connectors ore seated
together fully
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Installation instructions
INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR
REFRIG ERATOR LOCATION
• Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because
it wil! not run often enough to maintain proper
temperatures
o Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go above 100°F (37°C) because
it will not perform properlg
° Install it on o floor strong enough to support
it futtg loaded
CLEARANCES
Allow the following clearances for ease of
installation, proper air circulation end plumbing
and electrical connections:
Sides 1/8" (4 mm)
Top 1" (25 mm)
Back 1" (25 ram)
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.}
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CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR
TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE
(icemaker and dispenser models}
A cold water suppiy is required for automatic
icemaker and dispenser operation, If there
is not a cold water supplg, gou wiil 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 gour
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 GESmartConnect"
Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an
additional tube (wx08×100021 to connect
the filter, Do not cut plastic tube to instot!
filter
If gou 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 gou ore using the GE SmartConnect'"
tubing, the nuts ore alreadg assembled
to the tubing
If gou ore 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 gou ore using GE SmortConnect'" 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
mag cause leaks
[][] CONNECTING'THEREFRIGERATOR{cont.}
[C1 Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to
hold it in position You meg need to pry open
the clamp
I/4" Tubin
CompressionNut
Ferrule
(sleeve)
Refrigerator
Connection SrnartConnecffTubing
[] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY
Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house
water supply) end check for any leaks
I_ PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
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
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J_ PUT THE REFRIGERATOR IN PLACE
Hove the refrigerator to its final location
[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR
The refrigerator can be leveled bg adjusting
the rollers located near the bottom hinges
Raise
"_. Rollers
Rollers have three purposes:
. Rollers adjust so the door closes easilg when
opened about halfwag (Raise the front about
5/8" [16 mm] from the floor,)
° Rollers adjust so the refrigerator is firmly
positioned on the floor and does not wobble
• Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator
away from the wall for cleaning
To adjust the rollers:
° Turn the roller
adjusting screws
clockwise to raise
the refrigerator,
counterclockwise
to lower it Use a
3/8" hex socket or
wrench, or an
adjustable wrench
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Roller adjusting screw
j_ LEVEL THE DOORS
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Adjust the refrigerator door to make the doors
even at the top
To align:
Using a 7/16" wrench, turn the door adjusting
screw to the right to raise the door, to the left
to lower it
NOTE:
A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads
of the pin, prevents the pin from turning unless
a wrench is used
After one or two turns of the wrench, open
and close the refrigerator door and check
the alignment at the top of the doors
,_ Doors should beeven at top
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INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR(CONT.)
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I_ REPLACE THE BASE GRILLE
Replace the grille bg installing the two Phillips
head screws
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[] START THE ICEMAKER
Set the icemoker power switch to the i Ion]
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
outometicollg It will take 2-3 dags to fill
the ice bin
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In lower water pressure conditions, the water
valve mag turn on up to 3 times to deliver
enough water to the icemaker
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[] SET THE CONTROLS
set the controls to the recommended setting
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE {ICEMAKER &DISPENSERMODELS)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recommended copper water supplg kits are WX8X2,
WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of tubing
you need Approved plastic water supplg lines are GE
SmartConnect '_ Refrigerator Tubing (WXO8XIO002,
WXO8XIO006, WXO8XtO015 and WXO8X10025)
When connecting your refrigerator to a GEReverse
Osmosis Water Sgstem, the only approved installation
iswith a GERVKit For other reverse osmosis water
systems, folIow the manufacturer's recommendations
if the water supplg to the refrigerator is from a
Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System AND
the refrigerator also has a water filte_ use
the refrigerator's filter bypass plug Using
the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in
conjunction with the ROfilter con result in hollow
ice cubes and slower water flow from the water
dispenser
This water line installation is not warranted bg
the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer Follow
these instructions carefulIg to minimize the risk
of expensive water damage,
Water hammer {water bonging in the pipes)in
house plumbing con cause damage to refrigerator
ports and lead to water leakage or flooding Call a
qualified plumber to correct water hammer before
installing the water supplg 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 O (off) position
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures fa!l below freezing
When using any electrical device (such as o 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 batterg powered
All installations must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
o Copper or GE SmartConnect'" Refrigerator
Tubing kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the
refrigerator to the water supplg If using copper,
be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square,
To determine how much tubing gou need: measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of
the refrigerator to the water supptg pipe Be sure
there is sufficient extra tubing to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation
GE SmartConnect'" Refrigerator Tubing Kits are
available in the following lengths:
2' (0,6 m) - W×08×10002
6' (18 m) - WXO8XIO006
15'(46 mt - WXO8X10015
25'(76 m} -WX08X10025
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INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
NOTE: The onlg GE approved plastic tubing
is that supplied in GE SmartConnect"
Refrigerator Tubing kits. Do not use ang other
plastic water supplg line because the line is
under pressure at all times. Certain tapes of
plastic wilt crack or rupture with age and cause
water' damage to gour home.
, A GE water supplg kit (containing tubing,
shutoff vatve and fittings listed below) is available
at extra cost from gout dealer or from Parts
and Accessories, 800 626 2002 (in Canada
1888261 3055[
° A cold water supptg. The water pressure must be
between 20 and 120 p s L(t 4-8 t bar)
• Power drill.
• 112" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
• Two 114" outer diameter compression nuts
and 2 ferrules (sleeves)-to connect the copper
tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator
water valve
OR
• If gou are using a GE SmartConnect"
Refrigerator Tubing kit, the necessary
fittings are preassembted to the tubing
• If gour existing copper water line has a flared
fitting at the end, you will need on adopter
(available at plumbing supplg stores) to connect
the water line to the refrigerator OR you con cut
off the flared fitting with o tube cutter and then
use o compression fitting Do not cut formed end
from GE SmartConnect'" Refrigerator tubing
• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with o
minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATERLINE Saddte-tgpe
shutoff valves are included in many water supplg
kits Before purchasing, make sure o saddle-tape
valve complies with your local plumbing codes
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequentlg
used drinking water line
[_] HUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet long enough
to clear the line of water'
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CHOOSE THE VAWE LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve that is easilg
accessible It is best to connect into the side of
a vertical water pipe.. When it is necessarg to
connect into a horizontal water pipe, make
the connection to the top or side, rather' than
at the bottom, to avoid drawing off ang
sediment from the water pipe
[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill o 1/4" hole in the water pipe (even if using
a self-piercing valve), using a sharp bit. Remove
ang 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 meg result in reduced
ice production or smaller cubes
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[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe
with the pipe clamp
Saddle-Type Vertical CoidWater Pipe
Shutoff Valve
NOTE:Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CHR shall be adhered to
Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted
in Hassachusetts Consult with your licensed
plumber
[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing
washer begins to swell
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you meg crush
the tubing
Washer
Pipe
inlet End
Clamp
[] ROUTE THE TUBING
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
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing to
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall
after installation.
I_ CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
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Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutoff valve
Hake sure the tubing is fully inserted into
the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.
For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect"
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_.
PackingNut
Compression Nut
0u[let Valve Ferrule (sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Hassachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CHR shall be adhered to
Saddle valves ore illegal and use is not permitted
in Massachusetts Consult with your licensed
plumber.
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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 (t liter) of water has been flushed
through the tubing
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to Step I in Installing the Refrigerator.
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Normal operating sounds.
Newer refrigerators sound different from older
refrigerators Modem refrigerators have more features
end use newer technology,
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
HUMMM...
_WHOOSH...
[] The new high efficiencg compressor mag run foster
and longer than gour old refrigerator and gou mag
heor a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while
it is operating
111Sometimesthe refrigerator runs for an extended period
especiallgwhen the doorsare openedfrequentlg This
means that theFrost Guard'_featureisworking to prevent
freezerburn andimprove food preservation
[] Youmag hear a whooshing soundwhen the doors close
Thisisdue to pressureequalizingwithin the refrigerator:
CLICKS,POPS,
CRACKSand CHIRPS
I Youmug hear cracking or popping sounds when the
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refrigerator is first plugged in, This happens as the
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature
Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide
optimal cooling and energg savings.
The compressor mog cause a clicking or chirping
sound when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes)
[] The electronic control board mag cause a clicking
sound when relags activate to control refrigerator
components
lU Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and
after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
i On models with an icemaker: after an icemaking cgde,
gou mag hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice
bucket
WHIRl
Im You mag hear the fans spinning at high speeds,
This happens when the refligerator is first plugged in,
when the doors are opened frequentlg or when a large
amount of food is added to the refligerator or freezer
compartments The fans are helping to maintain the
correct temperatures
[] If either door is open for over 3 minutes, gou mag hear
the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs
[] The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal
cooling and energg savings
WATER SOUNDS
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lU The flow of refrigerant through the freezer-cooling coils
mag make a gurgling noise like boiling water_
[] Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost
cgcle
[] A water dripping noise mag occur during the defrost
cgcle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into
the drain pan
II1 Closing the door mag cause a gurgling sound due to
pressure equalization
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Before gou call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
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Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. •Wait about i0 minutes for defrost cgcle to end
operate Eitheror both controls set to OFF° o Set the controls to a lower temperature setting
Refrigerator is unplugged, o Push the plug completelg into the outlet
The fuse is blown/circuit • Replace fuse or reset the breake[
breaker is tripped°
Refrigerator is in showroom mode, ° Unplug the refrigerator and plug it back in.
Vibration or rattling Rollers need adjusting, • See Rollers
(slight vibration
is normal)
Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator o Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completeig
long periods or cgcles is first plugged in. cool down
on and off frequentlg.
(Modem refrigerators Often occurs when large • This is normat.
with more storage amounts of food ore
space and a larger placed in refrigerator,.
freezer require more Door left open, - Check to see if package is holding door open
operating time, Theg
start and stop often Hot weather or frequent ° This is normal
to maintain even door opening&
temperatures,) Temperature controls • SeeAbout the controls
set at the coldest
setting,,
Refrigerator or freezer Temperature control not set o See About the controls
compartment too worm cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent • Set the temperature control one step coIder.
door openings.. See About the controls
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open
Frost or ice crgstals Door left open. o Check to see if package is holding door open
on frozen food
(frostwithin package Too frequent or too long
is normal) door openings_
Divider between Automatic energg saver ° This heips prevent condensation on the outside
refrigerator and freezer sgstem circulates warm
compartments liquid around front edge
feels warm of freezer compartment.,
Automatic icemaker Icemaker power switch , Set the power switch to the I (on; position
does not work is in the O (of_ position,
Water supplg turned offer • See Installing the water line
not connected,,
Freezer compartment • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completelg
too warm° cool down
Piled up cubes in the storage , Level cubes bg hand
bin cause the icemaker
to shut off_
Ice cubes stuck in icemaker.,
(Green power light on
icemaker blinking).,
° Turnoffthe icemoker,removecubes,and turn the
icemakerbackon
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Troubleshooting Tips
Possible Causes What To Do
ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs cleaning.. • Emptg and wash bin Discard old cubes
odor/taste
Food transmitting odor/taste , Wrap foods well
to ice cubes.
Interior' of refrigerator • SeeCare andcleaning
needs cleaning.
Small or hollow cubes Water filter clogged° • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with plug
Slow ice cube freezing Door left open.. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
Temperature control not set • See About the controls
cold enough.
Orange glow in Defrost heater is on.. • This is normal
the freezer
Cube dispenser does not lcemaker turned off or • Turn on icemoker or water supplg
work (on some models) water supplg turned off.
Ice cubes ore frozen to • Remove cubes.
icemaker feeler arm.
An item is blocking or has fallen ° Remove ang item that might be blocking, or has fallen
into the ice chute inside the top into. the chute
door' bin of the freezer'.
Irregular'iceclumpsin
storage container,
° Breakupwith fingertippressureand discard
remainingclumps
• Freezermagbe too warm Adjustthe freezercontrol
to a coldersetting, onepositionat a time,untit clumps
do not form
Dispenser is LOCKED. • Press and hold the Lock Controls pad for 3 seconds
Water has poor taste/ Water' dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water in sgstem is replenished
odor (onsome models] used for a long time_
Water in first glass is Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completelg
warm !on same models) isfirst installed., cool down
Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until eli water in sgstem is replenished
used for a long time.
Water sgstem has been drained° • Allow several hours for-replenished supplLJto chill
Water dispenser does Water supplg line turned ° See Installing the water line
not work fan some off or not connected..
models)
Water' filter clogged,, • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug,
Air mag be trapped in the • Pressthe dispenser arm for at least two minutes
water' sgstem.
Dispenser is LOCKED. • Pressand hold the Lock Controls pod for3 seconds.
Water spurting from Newlg-installed filter cartridge_ • Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about
dispenser tonsome models) one and a half gallons}
Water is not dispensed Water in reservoir" is ° Call for service
(on some models} but frozen,.
icemaker is working
Refrigerator control setting , Set to a warmer setting,
30 is too cold,
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