GE GSS25TSRDSS, GSS25TSRASS, GSS25TGPBWW Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions . .......... 2-4

Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker ........... 11

Care and Cleaning .......... 13, 14

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

Ice and Water Dispenser ..... 12, 13

Refiigerator Doors ............. 9

Replacing the i,ight Bulbs ....... 15

Shelves and Bins ............. 7, 8

Temperature Controls ........... 5

TurboCool F'' . .................. 5

Water Filter ................... 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

Normal Operating Sounds ...... 28

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back (]over

Performance Data Sheet ........ 34

Product Registration ........ 37, 38

State of California Water

Treatment Device Certificate ..... 35

Warranty (Canadian) ........... 32

Warranty (U.S.) ............... 33

Mode/s 23, 25 and 27

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R frigdrateurs

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Lado a Lado

Refrigeradores

La seccidn en espa_ol empieza en la pagina 74

Writethe modelandserial numbershere:

Model #
Serial #

Find these numbers on a label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the

top on the right side.

200D2600P029 49-60298 10-03JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

a, WARNING'!

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

This refl-igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation

Instructions before it is used.

Do not allow children m climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the refrigerami: They could

dmnage the refrigerator and seriously injure
themseNes.

{{_iDo not touch tile cold surfaces in tile fleezer

compamnent when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.

{{_iDo not store or use gasoline or other fl_umnable

vapors and liquids in tile vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

In refl_igeramrs wifll automatic icemakers,
avoid contact with tile moving parts of tile

ejector mechanism, or with tile heating element
located on the bottom of the icemake_. Do

not place fingers or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism while tile refligeramr

is plugged in.

Keep fingers out of tile "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doors and between

tile dooIs and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careflfl closing doors when children are

in the area.

Unplug die refligemtor before cleaning and
making repaiI_.

NOTE:Westrong/}/recommendthatan}/servicingbe
performedbyaquafifiedindividual

{{_iSetdng either or both controls to 0 (Off}does not

remove power to tile light circuit.

{{_iDo not refleeze flozen foods which have

thawed completel):

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DANGER! RISK OFCHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

Child entrapment and suffbcadon aIe not pIoblems
of tile past. Junked or abandoned IefligeIamI_ aIe

still dangeious...even if they will sit foi "just a few
days." If you are getting _-id ofyoui old refl-igerami;

please follow tile instmcOons below m help pievent
accidents.

Before You ThrowAway Your Old Refrigerator
or Freezer:

_,_ke offthe doois.

I,eave tile shelves in place so that chikhen may
not easily climb inside.

Refrigerants

All refligmafion pIoducts contain refligerants,
which undei fedeIal law must be iemoved p_ior

to p_oduct disposal. If you are getting iid of an
old _eflige_adon p_oduct, check with tile
company handling the disposal about what

to do.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.

However, ifyou must use an extension coid, it is absolutely necessa D, that it be a UIAisted (in tile United
States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), _wire giounding type appliance extension cord having a gIounding

type plug and outlet and that tile electrical _v_tingof tile coid be 115ampe_es (minimum) and 120 volts.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

a, WARNING'!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

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 fllis appliance is equipped with
a ,%prong (grounding) plug which mates with
a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to

minimize the possibilit T of elecuJc shock hazard
flom this appliance.

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

properly grounded.

If die oudet is a standard 2-prong oudet, it is
your personal responsibilit T and obligation m

have it replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong wall oudet.

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

This provides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire hazard flom overheated wires.
Never unplug your refligerator by pulling on

the power cord. Ahvays grip plug firefly and pull
straight out flom the outlet.

Repair or replace immediamly all power cords that
have become flayed or otherwise damaged. Do not

use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion d_unage
along its length or at either end.

x_qlen moving the refligerator away flom the
wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the

power cord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(A_pterp/u_notper_i_e_inC_n_)

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against

the use of an adapter plug.

Howevex; if you must use an adapmx; where local

codes pemlit, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use

of a UIAisted adapter available at most local
hardware stores.

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with
the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper

poladty in the connection of the power cord.

When disconnecting die power cord flom die

adaptex, ahvays hold the adapter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the

other hand. If this is not done, the adaptor ground
mrminal is vexT likely m break with repeamd use.

If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DONOT
USEthe refrigerator undl a proper ground has

been established.

Attachingthe adaptergreundterminaltoa walloutlet
coverscrewdoesnotgroundtheapplianceunlessthe

coverscrewis metal,andnotinsulated,andthe wall
outlet isgroundedthroughthehousewiring.Youshould

havethe circuitcheckedbyaqualifiedelectricianto
makesuretheoutlet isproperlygrounded.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, www.GEAppliances.com

FREEZER FRESHFOOD

9 ISCOLDEST

0IS OFF

Initially,set therefrigerator control at5 andthe freezercontrol at 5 and allow 12-24

hoursfor the temperatureto stabilize.

Severaladjustmentsmay berequired.Adjust the controls oneincrementata time,and

.......ill

allow 12hoursafter each adjustmentforthe refrigerator to reachthe temperatureyou

haveset.

Settingthe controls to0 stopscooling in both therefrigeratorandfreezer compartments
butdoesnot shut off electricalpower to therefrigerator.Onsomemodels,onlythe

refrigerator control hasa 0 setting.

Touchpadcontrols

• Settingeithercontrol at0 will automaticallysettheother control at O.Thezeroswill

blinkuntil yousetthecontrols.

• If bothcontrols areset at0 and eitherCOLDERpadispressed,the controlswill
automaticallyresetto 5.

Controlsettings will varybasedonpersonalpreferences,usageandoperating

conditionsandmayrequiremorethanoneadjustment.

NOTE."Onsomemodels,therefrigeratorisshippedwithprotectivefilmcoveringthetemperature
controls.If thisfilmwasnotremovedduringinstallation,removeit now.

About TurboCooEM(onsome models)

How it Works

TurboCoolrapidly cools file refligermor

compamnent in order m more quickly
cool foods. Use rurboCoolwhenadding a

TurboCool

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laxge amount of food to the refrigerator

compartment, put0ng away foods after they
have been sitting out at room temperature

or when putting awaywam:t leftovers. It can

also be used if the refrigerator has been
without power for an exmnded period.

Once acOvamd, the compressor will mrn on
immediately and the fans will cycle on and
off at high speed as needed for eight horns.

The compressor will conOnue m run un01

the refligeramr compartment cools m

approximately 34°F (1°C), then it will cycle

on and off to maintain this set0ng. After 8
hours, or if rurboCoolis pressed again, the

refligeramr compartment will return m
the original set0ng.

HowtoUse

Press TurboCool.The TurboCool
indicator light will come on; however;

the refligerator temperature display

will still show the current set0ng.
After TurboCoolis complete, the TurboCool

indicator light will go out.
NOTES: The refligeramr mmperamre

cmmot be changed dining

TurboCooL

The fieezer temperature is not
affbcmd dining TurboCool.

When opening the refrigerator

door during TurboCootthe f.ns

will conOnue m run if they have

cycled on.

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Aboutthe water filter (onsome models).

On some models

Place the top of the cartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to the right.

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RESETWATERFILTER

HOLD3 SECS

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in the
back upper right corner of the refligerator

compartment.

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indicator light for

the water filmr camidge on the dispenseL

This light will unn orange to tell you that
you need m replace the filmr soon.

The filter cartridge should be replaced
when file replacement indicator light turns

red or if the flow ofwamr m the dispenser
or icemaker decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

If you are replacing die caruidge,

0

first remove the old one by slowly
turning it m the left. Donotpull down

on the cartridge. A smaU amount of

wamr m W drip down.

Fill die replacement carnidge widl

0

wamr flom die tap to aUow for better

flow flom the dispenser immediamly
after installaOon.

I,ining up die arrow on die caruidge
and the caruidge holdex, place die

mp of the new carnidge up inside
the holdeL DOnotpush it up into

the holdeL

O Run water flom the dispenser for

3 minutes (about one and a half

gallons) to clear the system and

prevent sputtering.

Press and hold the RESETWATERFILTER

pad on the dispenser for 3 seconds.

NOTE:A newlyqnsmlled water filter

cartridge may cause water to spurt flom
the dispenseL

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use file filmr bypass plug
when a replacement filter cartridge is not

available. The dispenser and the icemaker

will not operam without the filmr or filmr

bypass plug.

Replacement Filters:

Toorderadditionalfiltercartridges

in theUnitedStates,visitourWebsite,

www.GEAppliances.com,orcall GEParts

andAccessories,800.626.2002.

Suggested Retail $34.95 USD
Customers in Canada should consult die

yellow pages for the nearest Camco Se_'ice

CenmL

Slowly mrn it m file fight until the filmr

caruidge stops. DONOTOVERTI6HTEN.

As you mrn the caruidge, it will
automaficaUy raise itself into position.

Cartridge will romm about 1/4 turn.

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Abouttheshelvesandbins. www.GEAppliances.com

Not all features are on all models.

l Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins

Refrigerator bin

Freezer bin

LargeBins

The larger reflige_v_tor door bins and
fleezer flit-out door bins are adjustable.

Toremove:Lift the fiont of the bin straight

up, then lift up and out.

Toreplace or mlocate: Engage the back side Donotblock

of the bin in the molded supports of the

t

dooL Then push down on the flont of the

bin. Bin will lock in place.

SmallBins

Toremove:I,iff the flont of the bin straight

up then out.

Toreplace: Position the bin above file

rectangular molded supports on file dooL

Then slide file bin down onto file support

to lock it in place.

Thesnuggerhelps prevent dpping, spilling

or sliding of small items stored on the door
shel£ Place a finger on either side of the
snugger near the rear and move it back

and forth to fit your needs.

CAUTION:On

modelswithanice
chuteinsidethetop

freezerdoorbin,be
carefulwhenp/acing

itemsinthebin.
Makesurethat

itemsdonotblock
orfallinto theice

chute.

Freezer tilt-out bin

Press tab andpull shelf
forward to remove

Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf

The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you

m reach imms stored behind others. The

special edges are designed m help prevent
spills flom dripping to lower sheNes.

Toremove:

Slide the shelf out until it reaches the stop,
then press down on the tab and slide the

shelf suaight out.

Toreplaceorrelocate:

Line the shelf up with the supports and
slide it into place. The shelf can be

reposifioned when the door is at 90° or
more. To reposifion the shelf, slide the shelf
past the stops and angle downward. Slide

shelf down m the desired position, line up
with the supports and slide into place.

Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall the wayback
in beforeyoudosethe door.

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Abouttheshelvesandbins.

Not all features are on all models.

OuickSpaceTM Shelf (onsomemodels)

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 Slide-.Out Spillproof
Shelves.

Freezer Baskets

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Toremove, slide out to the stop position,

lift the flont past the stop position, and
slide out.

Slide-Out Freezer Shelves

On some models, this shelf can not be used
in the lowest position.

Makesureyoupushthe basketsall the wayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor.

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Toremove, slide out to the stop position,

lift the flont past the stop position, and
slide out flom rib.

Fixed Freezer Shelves

Toremove,lift the shelf up at the left side

and then bring the shelf out.

Makesureyoupushthe shelvesallthe wayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor.

NOTEFORDISPENSERMODELS'.In order
m rake flfll advantage of the flit-out ice bin

(on some models), only store items on the

shelf below the ice bin that are no taller
than the lowest point on the bin.

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Abouttherefrigeratordoors. OEAppli..oosoom

Refrigerator Doors

The refligeramr doors may feel diffbrent

than the ones you are used m. The

special door opening/closing feanne

makes sure the dooi_ close all the way

and are securely sealed.

When opening and closing die door you
will notice a stop position. If file door is

opened past this Moppoint, the door will
remain open m aUowyou m load and

unload food more easily. When the door
is only partially open, it will automatically

close.

When the door is only partially open,

it will automatically close.
Beyond this step the door will

stay open.

Door Alignment

The resistance you feel at tile stop
posidon will be reduced as tile door

is loaded wkh food.

7/16" SocketWrench

Toremovethe base I I

gril!elopenthedoors,
removethescrewat
eachendof the base __

gril!eandthenpu!l Raise

thegrille straightout,

_L

If doors are uneven, adjust tile
refrigerator dooL

Using a 7/16" socket wrench, turn

tlle door adjusting screw to the right
m raise the door; m the left, to lower

it. (A nylon plug, imbedded in the
dlreads of the pin, prevents the pin

flom mining unless a wrench is

used.)

O Afker one or two tmns of tile

wrench, open and close tlle

refrigerator door and check the

alignment at tile top of the doo_s.

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Aboutthe crispersandpans.

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crispers

Excess water dmt may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawePs should be wiped dry:

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Adjustable Humidity Crispers

Slide tile control all tile way to tile H/setfing
to provide high humidity recommended for

illost vegetables.

Aboutcrisperremoval

Not all features are on all models.

__ Crisper Removal

Crispers can easily be removed by pulling
the drawer straight out and lifting the

drawer up and over tile stop location.

Slide the control all tile way to tile LO
setting to provide lower humidity levels

recommended for illost fluits.

If die door prevents you flom taking out
the dmwexs, first ny m remove the door

bins. If this does not offer enough
clearance, the refligerator will need m

be rolled forward until the door opens
enough to slide the draweI_ out. In some

cases, when you roll the refligeramr out,

you will need m move the reflJgeramr

m the left or right as you roll it out.

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Abouttheautomaticicemaker, www.GEAppliances.com

A newly installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.

Automatic Icemaker

Power

switch

Green!"

PowerLight _rArm

Models without a shelf
above the ice bin

Toaccessiceandreachthe

icemakerpower switch:

Icemake[

The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle--approximately 100-130 cubes

in a 24-hour period, depending on fleezer

compamnent temperature, room
mmperamre, 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 refligerator is operated before the

water connection is made to the icemake_,
set the power switch in the 0 (off) position.

X_qlen the refligemtor has been connected

to the water supply, set the power switch to
the I (onJ position.

The icemaker will fill wifll water when it

cools m 15°F (-10°(;). A newly instaUed
reflJgemmr m W take 12 m 24 horns m beg*in

making ice cubes.

You will hear a buzzing sound each dine

the icemaker fills with wateL

Throw away the first few batches of ice to
allow the water line to cleaL

Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep
of the feeler arm.

When file bin fills m file level of file feeler

am1, file icemaker will stop producing
ice. It is normal for several cubes m be

joined mgetheL

If ice is not used flequenfl}; old ice cubes

will become cloudy, taste stole and shrink.

NOTE:Inhomeswithlower-than-averagewater
pressure,youmayheartheicemakercyclemultipb

timeswhenmakingonebatchof ice.

Accessing Ice and Reaching the Models with a shelf

Power Switch on Dispenser Models abovetheice bin

Thereare two types of ice storage bins on .....

o Lift the bin, then pull it

forward until the bin stops,

Lower the bin to access ice
or reach thepower switch.

NOTE:In order to take full advantage
of the tilt-out ice bin, only store items

on the shelf below the ice bin that
are no rafter than the Iowest point

on the bin.

the bin, the other does not. Sh

dispenser models. One has a shelf above I _ _

without a shelf above the ice bin: [ _

Special note about dispenser models

The bin can be tilted out as shown in
These models have a tilt-out ice bin.

the illustrations, and it will hold itself

up while you rake ice out or mrn the

icemaker power switch on and off: Toaccessice,pullthe binforward,
Be sure to put the bin back in place

before closing the dooL

{:i Tobucketrestorestage,Y°urtheiCefollowinglevelfromstepsan areempty r_....IShelf (-_-_

recommended: ...........................

O 12 houI_ after the first batch of ice

has fallen into the bin, dispense

3 to 4 cubes.

Aider an additional 6 horns, dispense

3 to 4 cubes again.

These steps will restore your ice level

in the shortest amount of time.

Toreach the power switch, pull the
shelf straight out. Always be sure to
replace the shelf.

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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser(onsomemodels).

ToUse the Dispenser

SpillShelf

Select CUBED ICE _, CRUSHEDICE

or WATER_.

Press the glass gently against the top of the

dispenser cradle.

The spill shelf is not self-draining. To

reduce water spotting, the shelf and its

grille should be cleaned regularly;

If no wateris dispensedwhentherefrigeratoris
first installed,theremaybeair in thewaterline

system.Pressthedispenserarmforat least two
minutesto removetrappedairfrom thewater

line andtofill the watersystem.Toflushout
impuritiesin the waterline, throwawaythefirst

sixglassfulsof water.
CAUTION:Neverputfingersoranyother

objectsinto theice crusherdischargeopening.

for 3 seconds.

Dispenser Light

This pad turns tile night
light in tile dispenser on

and off: Tile light also

comes oil when tile

LIGHT

dispenser cradle is
pressed. If this light

burns out, it should be
replaced with a 6watt

12V maximum bulb.

Quick Ice (onsomemodels)

@ _qlen you need ice

QUICK ICE for tile following

in a huriT, press tiffs
pad m speed lap ice

production. This will
increase ice production

48 houps or until you
press tile pad again.

Door Alarm

To set the alarli1,

press tiffs pad until tile
indicator light comes

on. This alarm will

DOORALARM

sound if either door
is open for more than

3 minutes. Tile light
goes out and the

beeping stops when
you close tile dooL

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Important Facts About Your Dispenser

Do not add ice from trays or bags to
tile storage draweL It may not crush or

dispense well.

Avoid overfilling glass Mill ice and use of

nanow glasses. Backed-up ice can jam file
chum or cause tile door in tile chum m

freeze slmt. If ice is blocking tile chum,
poke it through with a wooden spoon.

Beverages and foods should not be
quick-chilled in file ice storage draweL

Cans, bottles or food packages in the
storage drawer may cause tile icemaker

or attger to jam.
To keep dispensed ice flom missing

tile glass, put the ,glass close to, but not
touching, the dispenser opening.

Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
fllough you selected CUBEDICE.This

happens occasionally when a few cubes
accidentally get direcmd m the crusheL

AtYer crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip flom tile clmte.

Sometimes a small mound of snow will
form oil file door in file ice chute. This

condition is nomml and usually occm5

when ),oat have dispensed crushed ice

repeamdly: Tile snow will evenumlly
evapoIate.

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Models without a shelf
above the ice bin

Toremove:

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o Lift the bin. then pull it

forward until the bin stops.

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Lift andpull forward again

to remove the bin.

Removing and Replacing the Ice
Storage Bin on Dispenser Models

Thereare two types of ice storage bins on

dispenser models. One has a shelf above

tile bin, the other does not.

Ahvaysset tile icemaker power switch to tile

0 (off)position before removing tile ice bin.

Whenreplacingeithertype oficebin:

Ahvays be sure to press it fi_nly into place.

If it does not ,go aU the way back, remove it

and rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn.
Then push the bin back again.

Models with a shelf

abovetheice bin

Toremove:

Pull the bin straight out, then
the stop position.

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lift _ast

Careand cleaning ofthe refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

Thedispenserdriparea(on some models),

behead1 the g_ille, should be wiped (h): Water
left in dfis area may leave deposits. Remove

the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to

Dispenserdr& area.

tile well. Soak until tile deposits disappear
or become loose enough to _inse away:

Thedispensercradle(on some models).

Before cleaning, lock file dispenser by

pressing and holding the LOCKCONTnOt
pad for 3 seconds. Clean with warn1

wamr and baking soda solution - about
a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda m

a quart (1 liter) ofwamL Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dxy.

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box of

baking soda in tile flesh food and fleezer

compartments.

Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.If rids

is not practical, wring excess moisture out
of sponge or cloth when cleaning around

switches, lights or conuols.

Use warm wamr and baking soda solution -
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to a quart (1 liter) ofwateL This both
cleans and neumdizes odors. Rinse and

wipe d_y.

The doorhandles and trim. Clean wkb

a cloth dampened with soap), wateL
Dry with a soft cloth.

Keep the outside clean. Wipe Mtb a clean
clod1 lighdy dampened Mill kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish detexgent.

Dxy and polish with a clean, soft cloth.

Donot wipetherefrigeratorwith a soileddish
clothor wet towel Thesemayleavea residue

thatcanerodethepaint.Donot usescouring

pads,powderedcleaners,bleachorcleaners
containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan

scratchandweakenthepaint finish.

Useof anycleaningsolutionotherthanthat

which isrecommended,especiallythosethat

containpetroleumdistillates,cancrackor
damagetheinteriorofthe refrigerator.

Avoidcleaningcoldglassshelveswith hotwater
becausetheextremetemperaturedifference

maycausethemto break.Handleglassshelves
carefully.Bumpingtemperedglasscancause

it toshatter.
Donot washany.plasticrefrigeratorparts in the

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Careand cleaning ofthe refrigerator.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be careflll when moving file refligemtor
away from file wall. All Wpes of floor

coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and fllose Mtb

embossed surfi_ces.

Pull the refl_igeramr straight out and return

it m position by pushing it straight in.

Moving the refligeramr in a side direction

may result in damage to the floor coveting
or refligeratoL

Preparing for Vacation

For long vacations or absences, remove
food and unplug file refligemtoL Clean

the interior with a baking soda solution
of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to one quart (1 liter) ofwateL Leave the
doo,s open.

Set file icemaker power switch to file
0 (off)position and strut off file wamr

supply m the refligeramL

When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure

you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker

supply line (onsome models).

If file mmperamre can drop below
fleezing, have a qualified servicer drain

the water supply system (on some models)
m prevent serious property d_unage due

m flooding.

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose imms such as shelves and
drawers by taping them securely in place

to prevent damage.

When using a hand mack m move die

reflJgeramI; do not rest file flont or back
of the refiigerator against the hand track.

This could damage the refiJgeratoL Handle

only fiom the sides of the refiigeratoL

Besurethe refrigeratorstaysin anupright

positionduringmoving.

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Replacingthe light bulbs. . OEApplia.oesoom

Setting either or both controls to 0 does not remove power to the light circuit.

Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light

_...... @ @

Unplug the refligeratoL

The bulbs are locamd at file mp of the

@

compartment, inside file light shield.
Remove the screw at the flont of the

light shield.

To remove the light shield, press in on

@

the tabs on the sides of the shield and
slide fo,ward and out.

Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light

Thislightis locatedabovethetopdrawer.

Unplug the refrigeratoL
I,ift the light shield up and pull it out.

Freezer Compartment

Unplug the refligeratoL
Remove the shelf just above the light

shield. (The shelf will be easier to
remove if it is emptied first.) Remove

the screw at the top of the light shield.
To remove the light shield, press in on

the sides, and lift up and out.

After replacing the bulb wifll an

appliance bulb of the same or lower

wattage, replace the light shield and

screw. When replacing the light shield,
make sure that the tabs at the back of

the shield fit into the slots at the back
of the light shield housing.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

After replacing the bulb with an

appliance bulb of the same or lower

wattage, replace the shield.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

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 robs snap securely
into place. Replace the screw.

Reinstall the shelf and plug the

refiigerator back in.

Dispenser

Unplug the reffigeratoL
The bulb is located on the dispenser

under the control panel.
Remove the light bulb by turning

it counterclockwise.

Replace the bulb with a bulb of the
same size and wattage.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

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Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely
and carefully.

IMPORTANT - Savethese

instructions for local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Observeall

governing codes and ordinances.

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

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

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

• Completion time- Refrigerator Installation

30 minutes
Water Line Installation

30 minutes

PREPARATION

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have
to be connected to a cold water line. AGE

water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve, fittings and instructions) is available at
extra cost from your dealer, by visiting our

Website at www.GEAppliances.com (in

Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from
Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in

Canada 1.888.261.3055).

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Models 25 & 27

• Proper installation is the responsibility of

the installer.

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

If the refrigerator has already been installed,
remove the base grille (see Step 2 in Moving

the Refrigerator), then skip to Step 5 in

Installing the Refrigerator.

3/8" and 5/16" Socket 1/2" and 7/16" Wrench

U

Plastic Putty Knife

Phillips Head Screwdriver

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Installation Instructions

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR

ITI 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 STRAP.

If the refrigerator must go through
any entrance that is less than 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.

131DISCONNECT 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

121REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE

Remove the grille by removing the two
Phillips head screws.

Bottom

freezer

hinge

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Installation Instructions

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.

Bottom

freezer

hinge

[] DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL

CONNECTORS (on some models)

If 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.

[] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND

REFRIGERATOR DOORS

171REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

[_] Remove the freezer door top hinge cover

by either squeezing it and pulling it up or
by prying it off with a plastic putty knife.

[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,

then lift the hinge straight up to free the
hinge pin.

5/16" Hex Head

Bottom
refrigerator

hinge

rc-] Open the freezer door to 90.°

90 °

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Installation Instructions

m REMOVE THE

FREEZER DOOR (cont.)

[] As one person slowly lifts the freezer door

up and off the bottom hinge, the second
person should carefully guide the water
line and power line (harness) through the
bottom hinge.

['_ Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

181REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)

[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,

then lift the hinge straight up to free the
hinge pin.

5/16" Hex Head

['C-']Open the refrigerator door to 90. °

i ,, i

[] REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOOR

[_] Remove the refrigerator door top hinge

cover by either squeezing it and pulling

it up or by prying it off with a plastic
putty knife.

90 °

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Installation Instructions

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

1-81REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)

[] Lift the refrigerator door up and off the

bottom hinge.

If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, one person should slowly lift the

door up and off the bottom hinge and the
second person should carefully guide the
electrical lines (harnesses) through the

bottom hinge.

90°

[] REPLACING THE DOORS

To replace the doors, simply 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 and
harnesses through the holes in the
hinges.

• When connecting the water line, make
sure you insert the tubing all the way

to the mark.

Refreshment Center Models only

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

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 are seated together fully.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go below 60°F (16°C)

because it will not run often enough to
maintain proper temperatures.

• Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go above 100°F (37°C)

because it will not perform properly.

• Install it on a floor strong enough to
support it fully loaded.

CLEARANCES

Allow the following clearances for ease
of installation, proper air circulation and

plumbing and electrical connections:

Sides 1/8" (4 mm)
Top 1" (25 mm)

Back 1" (25 mm)

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

ITI CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE

(icemaker and dispenser models)

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

NOTES:

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

outlet.

• If your refrigerator does not have a

water filter, we recommend installing

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

the refrigerator's water valve. Install it

in the water line near the refrigerator.
If using GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator

Tubing Kit, you will need an additional
tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter.

Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.

[]

If you are using copper tubing, place a
compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto
the end of the tubing coming from the

house cold water supply.

If you are using the GE SmartConnect TM
tubing, the nuts are already assembled to

the tubing.

[]

If you are using copper tubing, insert
the end of the tubing into the refrigerator
connection, at the back of the refrigerator,
as far as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten the fitting.

If you are using GE SmartConnect TM
tubing, insert the molded end of the

tubing into the refrigerator connection,
at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten
the compression nut until it is hand tight.
Then tighten one additional turn with a
wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.

rc--] Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided

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

Tubing Clamp 1/4" Tubing

1/4"

Compression Nu

Ferrule
(sleeve)

Refrigerator
Connection

SmartConnect TMTubing

[] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

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

any leaks.

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Before plugging in the refrigerator, make
sure the icemaker power switch is set to
the O (off) position.

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See the grounding information attached
to the power cord.

Installation Instructions

141PUT THE REFRIGERATOR

IN PLACE

Move the refrigerator to its final location.

151LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

The refrigerator can be leveled by
adjusting the rollers located near the

bottom hinges.

"_"__'" Rollers

Rollers have three purposes:

• Rollers adjust so the door closes easily
when opened about halfway. (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.

Raise

[] LEVEL THE DOORS

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 be even at top

To adjust the rollers:

• Turn the roller

clockwise to

ad,ust,noscrews

raise the

counterclockwise

refrigerator, _fo,_(_ j] @o@__

to lower it. Use a
3/8" hex socket ) F'] _'_ @_!

or wrench, or an __-
adjustable

wrench. Roller adjusting screw

\

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

I-_ REPLACE THE BASE GRILLE

Replace the grille by installing the two
Phillips head screws.

[] START THE ICEMAKER

Set the icemaker power switch to the
I (on) position. The icemaker will not
begin to operate until it reaches its
operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C)
or below. It will then begin operation
automatically. It will take 2-3 days to

fill the ice bin.

NOTE:

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

1-81SET THE CONTROLS

Set the controls to the recommended
setting.

5 5

IREcoEOCONTRO,os]

0 °F IS RECOMMENDED 37 °F IS RECOMMENDED

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER &DISPENSERMODELS)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Recommended copper water supply kits are

WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the

amount of tubing you need. Approved plastic

water supply lines are GE SmartConnect TM

Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10002,

WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and
WX08X10025).

When connecting your refrigerator to a GE

Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only
approved installation is with a GE RVKit. For
other reverse osmosis water systems, follow

the manufacturer's recommendations.

If the water supply to the refrigerator is from
a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System

AND the refrigerator also has a water filter,

use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Using

the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in

conjunction with the RO filter can result in

hollow ice cubes and slower water flow from
the water dispenser.
This water line installation is not warranted

by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer.

Follow these instructions carefully to

minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes)

in house plumbing can cause damage to

refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage

or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct
water hammer before installing the water

supply line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not

hook up the water line to the hot water line.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker power

switch is in the O (off) position.

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas
where temperatures fall below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a

power drill) during installation, be sure the

device is double insulated or grounded in a

manner to prevent the hazard of electric

shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with

local plumbing code requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Copper or GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator
Tubing kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect
the refrigerator to the water supply. If using
copper, be sure both ends of the tubing are
cut square.

To determine how much tubing you need:

measure the distance from the water valve on

the back of the refrigerator to the water
supply pipe. Then add 8' (2.4 m). Be sure
there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8' [2.4 m]

coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm]
diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move

out from the wall after installation.
GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing Kits

are available in the following lengths:
2' (0.6 m) -WX08X10002

6' (1.8 m) -WX08X10006

15' (4.6 m) -WX08X10015

25' (7.6 m) -WX08X10025

Be sure that the kit you select allows at least

8' (2.4 m) as described above.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing
is that supplied in GE SmartConnect TM
Refrigerator Tubing kits. Do not use any
other plastic water supply line because the
line is under pressure at all times. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age
and cause water damage to your home.

• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing,
shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is
available at extra cost from your dealer or

from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002

(in Canada 1.888.261.3055).

• A cold water supply. The water pressure must
be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).

• Power drill.

• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.

• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.

LINE (CONT.)

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest

frequently used drinking water line.

ITI SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest faucet long enough
to clear the line of water.

121CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location for the valve that is
easily accessible. It is best to connect into

the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is

necessary to connect into a horizontal
water pipe, make the connection to the
top or side, rather than at the bottom,
to avoid drawing off any sediment from
the water pipe.

• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts
and 2 ferrules (sleeves)into connect the
copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the
refrigerator water valve.

OR

• If you are using a GE SmartConnect TM
Refrigerator Tubing kit, the necessary

fittings are preassembled to the tubing.

• If your existing copper water line has a

flared fitting at the end, you will need an

adapter (available at plumbing supply
stores) to connect the water line to the

refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared

fitting with a tube cutter and then use a

compression fitting. Do not cut formed end

from GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator tubing.

• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water
line. The shutoff valve should have a water
inlet with a minimum inside diameter of

5/32" at the point of connection to the COLD

WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are

included in many water supply kits. Before
purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve
complies with your local plumbing codes.

131DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (even if
using a self-piercing valve), using a sharp
bit. Remove any burrs resulting from

drilling the hole in the pipe.

Take care not to allow water to drain into
the drill.

Failure to drill a 1/4" hole may result in
reduced ice production or smaller cubes.

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Installation Instructions

I_1FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

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

Pipe Clamp

?

Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered

to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not
permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with
your licensed plumber.

151TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

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

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may
crush the tubing.

Pipe

Clamp
Screw

-- Vertical Cold Water Pipe

Washer

Inlet End

[] CONNECT THE TUBING

TO THE VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule
(sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end

of the tubing and connect it to the
shutoff valve.

Make sure the tubing is fully inserted
into the valve. Tighten the compression
nut securely.

For plastic tubing from a GE
SmartConnect TM 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

Packing Nut

Outlet Valve

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered
to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not

permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with
your licensed plumber.

Ferrule (sleeve)

Compression Nut

/ SmartConneet T_

Tubing

161ROUTE 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 (about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns

of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall after

installation.

I-KIFLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn the main water supply on and flush
out the tubing until the water is clear.

Shut the water off at the water valve after
about one quart (1 liter) of water has been

flushed through the tubing.

To complete the installation of the refrigerator,

go back to Step 1 in Installing the Refrigerator.

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Normal operatingsounds.

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

technology.

Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal

HUMMM...

--WHOOSH...

• The new high efficiency compressor may run faster

and longer than your old refligerator and you may
hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while
it is operating.

• Sometimes the refligemtor runs for an extended peiiod,
especiall), when the doors are opened frequently. This

means that the FrostGuardTM feature is working m

prevent fleezer burn and improve food preservation.

• You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refligeramL

CLICKS, POPS,

CRACKS and CHIRPS

• You may hear cracking oi popping sounds when the
refligerator is first plugged in. This happens as the

refligerator cools to the correct temperature.

• Elecuonic dampers click open and closed to provide
opdmal cooling and energy savings.

• The compressor may cause a clicking oi chirping
sound when attempting to restart (this could take

up to 5 minutes).

• The electronic conuol board may cause a clicking
sound when relays activate to control refiigerator

components.

• Expansion and conuacdon of cooling coils during
and after deflost can cause a cracking oi popping

sotlnd.

• On models with an icemakei; arier an icemaking
cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into

the ice bucket.

WHIR!

• You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.
This happens when the refligerator is first plugged

in, when the doors are opened flequenfly oi when
a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator

oi fleezer compamnents. The fans are helping to
maintain the correct temperatures.

• If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may
hear the fans come on in order to cool the light

bulbs.

• The fans change speeds in order to provide opdmal
cooling and energy savings.

• You may hear the fans running after selecting one of
the CustomCool%etdngs.

WATERSOUNDS

6

• The flow of refligerant through the fleezer cooling
coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling wateL

• X_rater dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
sizzling, popping oi buzzing sound during the

deflost cycle.

• A water dripping noise may occur during the deflost
cycle as ice melts flom the evaporator and flows into

the drain pan.

• Closing the door may cause a gmgling sound due to
pressure equalization.

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Troubleshooting -tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.

i_ _ Possible Causes What ToDo

Refrigerator doesnot Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait about 30 minutes for deflost cycle to end.

operate Either or both controls set to/7. * Set the controls to a temperature setting.

Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit * Replace fl_se or reset the breakeL

breaker is tripped.
Refrigerator is in showroom mode. • Unplug the refligerator and plug it back in.

Vibration or rattling Rollers need adjusting. • See Rollers.

(slight vibration

is normal)

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator * Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely
long periods or cycles is first plugged in. cool down.

on and offfrequently.
(Modern refrigerators Often occurs when large • This is nomlal.

with more storage

space and a larger placed in refrigerator.

freezer require more Door left open. • Check to see if package is hoMing door open.

operating time. They

start and stop often Hot weather or frequent * This is nomaal.
to maintain even door openings.

temperatures.) Temperature controls • See About the controls.

amounts of food are

set at the coldest
setting.

Refrigerator orfreezer Temperature control not set • See About the controls.
compartment too warm cold enough.

Warm weather or frequent • Set the temperature control one step coldeL

door openings. See About the controls.
Door left open. • Check to see if package is hoMing door open.

Frost or ice crystals Door left open. • Check to see if package is hoMing door open.

on frozen food
(frost within package Too frequent or too long

is normal) door openings.

Divider between Automatic energy saver • This helps prevent condensation on the outside.
refrigerator and freezer system circulates warm

compartments liquid arotmd 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 0 (off) position.

Water supply turned off or • See Installing the water line.

not connected.
Freezer compartment • Wait 24 hours for the refligerator to completely

too warm. cool down.

Piled up cubes in the storage • Level cubes by hand.
bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

Ice cubes stuck in icemaker.

(Green power light on

icemaker blinldng).

• Turn off the icemake_, remove cubes, and mrn the

icemaker back on.

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Possible Causes What ToDo

Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs cleaning. * Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

odor/taste

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 hoMing door open.

Orange glow in Defrost heater is on. • This is nomml.

the freezer

Cube dispenser does not Icemaker turned off or • Turn on icemaker or water supply.
work (on some models) water supply turned off.

Food transmitting odor/taste • Wrap foods well.
to ice cubes.

Interior of refrigerator * See Care and cleaning.
needs cleaning.

Temperature control not set * See About the controls.
cold enough.

Ice cubes are frozen to * Remove cubes.
icemaker feeler arm.

An item is blocking or has fallen • Remove any item flint might be blocking, or has fallen

into the ice chute inside the top into, the chum.
door bin of the freezer.

Irregular ice clumps in

storage container.

• Break up wit1 fingertip pressure and discard
remaining clumps.

• Freezer mW be me warn1.Adjust the fleezer conuol
m a colder setting, one position at a time, until clmnps

do not fern1.

Dispenser is LOCKED. • Press and hold file LOCKCONTROLpad for 3 seconds.

Waterhaspoortaste/odor Water dispenser has not been * Dispense water until all water in system is replenished.

(onsome models) used for a long time.

Water infirstglass is Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refligerator to completely

warm (on some models) is first installed, cool down.

Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water in system is replenished.

used for a long time.

Water system has been drained. • Allow several hours for replenished supply m chill.

Waterdispenserdoes Water supply line turned • See Installingthe waterline.

not work (on some models) off or not connected.

Water filter clogged. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug.

Air may be trapped in the • Press the dispenser am1 for at least two minutes.
water system.

Dispenser is LOCKED. • Press and hold the LOCKCONTROLpad for 3 seconds.

Water spurting from Newly-installed filter cartridge. • Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about

dispenser(onsomemodels) 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 wallner setting.
is too cold.

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Possible Causes

No water or ice cube
production

Supply line or shutoff
valve is dogged.

Water filter dogged.

Dispenser is LOCKED.

CUBEDICE was selected • A few cubes were left in file crusher from file previous

but CRUSHEDICE setting. This is nomlal.

Last setting was

CRUSHEDICE.

What ToDo

• Call a plumbeL

* Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug.

• Press and hold the LOCK CONTROL pad for 3 seconds.

was dispensed

(onsome models)
Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting • Foods with strong odors shouM be tightly wrapped.

odor to refrigerator. • Keep an open box of baking soda in the refligemtor;

replace eve_ y three months.

Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning.

Moisture forms on Not unusual during • Wipe surface dry.

outsideof refrigerator periods of high humidity.

Moisturecollectsinside
(inhumidweather,air

Too frequent or too
long door openings.

carriesmoistureinto
refrigeratorwhendoors

areopened)

Interior light does No power at outlet. • Replace fl_se or reset the breakeL
not work

Light bulb burned out. • See Replacing the light bulbs.

Water on kitchen floor or Cubes jammed in chute. • Poke ice through wifll a wooden spoon.

on bottom of freezer
Hot air from bottom

ofrefrigerator

Normal air flow cooling
motor. In the refrigeration

process, it is normal that
heat be expelled in the
area under the refrigerator.
Some floor coverings

are sensitive and will
discolor at these normal

and safe temperatures.

Refrigerator never Adaptive defrost keeps • This is nomlal. The refl-igerator will cycle off after the
shuts offbut the compressor running during door remains closed for2 hours.

temperatures are OK door openings.
Refrigerator is beeping Door is open. • (;lose dooL

Door not closing properly • Apply paraffin wax to file face of the gasket.Door gasket on hinge side

sticking or folding over.

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CONSUMER WARRANTY

(for customers in Canada)

Your refrigerator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship.

What is covered How Long Warranted Parts Labour

(From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace

at Camco's Option

Compressor Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years
Sealed System (including Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years

evaporator, condenser
tubing and refrigerant)

All Other Parts One (1) Year One (1) Year One (1) Year

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

This warranty applies only for single
family domestic use in Canada when the

Refrigerator has been properly installed
according to the instructions supplied by
Camco and is connected to an adequate
and proper utility service.

Damage due to abuse, accident, commercial
use, and alteration or defacing of the serial
plate cancels all obligations of this warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

• Service trips to your home to teach you how
to use the product.

• Damage to finish after delivery.

• Improper installation - proper installation
includes adequate air circulation to the
refrigeration system, adequate electrical,
plumbing and other connecting facilities.

• Replacement of house fuses or resetting
of circuit breakers.

Service during this warranty must be performed
by an Authorized Camco Service Agent.

Neither Camco nor the Dealer is liable for any
claims or damages resulting from any failure
of the Refrigerator or from service delays
beyond their reasonable control.

To obtain warranty service, purchaser must

present the original bill of sale. Components
repaired or replaced are warranted through the
remainder of the original warranty period only.

• Replacement of light bulbs.

• Damage to product caused by accident,
fire, floods or acts of God.

• Loss of food due to spoilage.

• Proper use and care of product as listed
in the owner's manual, proper setting of

controls.

• WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory
warranty.

IMPORTANT
Keep this warranty and your bill of sale as proof of original purchase and purchase date.

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Camco Service is available coast to coast.
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, contact:

Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc.,
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane, Moncton, N.B. ElC 9M3

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

RefrigeratorWarranty.(ForcustomersintheUnitedStates)

Aft warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at www.GEAppliances.com, or call

800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

GE Will Replace:

One Year Anypartof the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

From the date of the During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free ofcharge, all labor and in-home

originalpurchase se_,ice to replace d_e defective part.

FiveYears

Fromthedate ofthe

originalpurchase

Anypartofthesealedrefrigeratingsystem(the compressoi; condensex; evaporator
and all connecting robing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

During this fullfive-yearsealedrefrigeratingsystemwarranty,GE will also provide, freeof charge,
all labor and in-home service to replace die defective part in die sealed refrigerating system.

ThirtyBays

From the origina!
purchase date of the

refrigerator

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

Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
Loss of food due to spoilage.

Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.

Damage caused after delivery.

Anypartof die water filter cartridge which fails due m a defect in mamfials or workmanship.
During this limitedthirty-daywarranty,(;E will also provide, free of charge, a replacement wamr

filter cartridge.

Replacement of the water filter cartridge due to water
pressure that is outside the specified operating range or

due to excessive sediment in the water supply.

Replacement of the light bulbs or water filter cartridge
other than as noted above.

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

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

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home

use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty 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 warranty gives

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Toknow what your
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General

Warrantor: General Electric Company.Louisville, KY 40225

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Performance Data Sheet

SmartWaterFiltrationSystem

GWF/ HWF Cartridge

Thissystemhasbeen testedaccordingto NSF/ANS142/53for reductionofthe substanceslistedbelow.
Theconcentrationoftheindicated substancesin water enteringthe systemwas reducedto a concentration

lessthanor equalto thepermissiblelimit for water leavingthe system,asspecified in NSF/ANSI#2/53.*

(100%safety factors built in for unmetered usage)

StaJidaxd No. 42: Aesthetic Effects

Parameter

Chlorine
T&O

Particulate**

Parameter Effluent

Tmt)idity 0.07 NTU 0.1 NTU
C) sts 2(5 55

Lead at pH (5.5 1 ppb 1 ppb
Lead at pH 8.5 1.8 ppb 4.3 ppb

[Jndane 0.00005 ppm 0.00005 ppm

Atmzine 0J)02 ppm 0J)03 ppm

2,4-[) 0.042 ppm 0.090 ppm

Asbestos 0.32 MR./ml 1.2 MR./ml

Tested using a flow rote of 0.5 gpm; pressure of 60 psig; pH of 7.5 +_0.5; temp. of 20° +_2.5°C
** Measurement in Particles/ml. Particles used were 0.5-1 microns
*** NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units

USEPA

MCL

USEPA

MCL

1 NTU***

99.95% Reduction
15 ppb
15 ppb

0.0002 ppm

0.003 ppm

0.100 ppm
99%

Iniluent EMuent

Challenge Concentration Average Maximum

2.0 mg/L +_10% 0.02 ppm 0.05 ppm

at least l!),()I)I) particles/mL 3,978 7,800

Standard No. 53: Health Effects

In fluent

Challenge Concentration

11 +_1 NTU***

Milailnum 50,000 I,

0.15 mg/I, _+10%

0.15 mg/I, _+10%

0.002 mg/I, _+10%

0.009 mg/I, _+10%

0.210 mg/I, _+10%
I(F to 10 _ fibel_/L;

fibers gn'eater than

10 micrometel_ in length

Average Maximum

% Reduction

Average Minimum

98.90% 97.37%

98.00% 96.10%

% Reduction

Average Minimum

99.71% 99.59%

99.97% 99.95%

99.37% 99.37%

98.8% 97.13%

91.93% 91.93%

76.19% 64.28%

84.89% 67.63%

99.95% 99.82%

Min. Required

Reduction

_>5O%

_>85%

Min. Required

Reduction

O.5 NTU
> 99.95%

0.010 mg/I.

0.010 mg/I.

0.0002 mg/I.
0,003 mg/I.

0.07 mg/L
99%

Operating Specifications

• Capacity: certified for up to 300 gallons (l 135 l); up to six months for models without a replacement filter indicator light; up

to one year for models with a replacement filter indicator light

• Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock

• Temperature: 33-100°F (0.6-38°(;)

• Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)

General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements

• Flush new cartridge at full flow for 3 minutes to purge ()tat trapped all

• Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow.

Special Notices

• Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped.

• This drinking water system nlust be maintained according to manufacuner's insuuctions, including replacement of filter

cartridges.

• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or
after the system. Systems cerdfied for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that m W contain filterable cysts.

• The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment system are not necessarily in your

watei.

• Check for compliance with the state and local laws and regulations.

• Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary. Systems

must be installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer's recommended procedures and guidelines.

S)stem Tested and Certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 & 53 fi>r
the reduction of:

Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
Chemical L)nit

Taste and Odor Reduction

Chlorine Reduction

Mechanical Fihration Unit

Particulate Reduction, (;Mass I

Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Chemical Reduction Unit

Lead and Atrazine Reduction
[Jndane and 2,4-D Reduction

Mechanical Filtration Unit

Turbidit} Reduction
()st and Asbestos Reduction

Mantdi_ctured for: General Electric Company, [xmisville, KY 40225

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State of California

Department of Health Services

Water Treatment Device

Certificate Number

00-1434

Date Issued: May 30, 2000

Date Revised: February- 9, 2001

Trademark/Model Designation Replacement Elements

GE Smart Water Filtration Svstems- GWF06 GWF06

Turbidity-

Organic Contaminants

Atrazine

Lindane

2,4-D

Rated Service Capacity: 300 gallons* Rated Service Flow: 0.5 gpm

Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that systems

claiming cyst reduction may be used on water containing cysts.
* 500 gallons for models that include a replacement filter indicator light.

ForPurchasesMade/n Iowa: This form must be signed and dated by the buyer and seller prior to the consummation of this
sale. This form should be retained on file by the seller for a minimum of two years.

BUYER: SELLER:

Name Name

Address Address

(;it}, State Zip Cit}J State Zip

Signature Dam Signature Dam

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Pleaseplacein envelopeandmail to:

General Electric Company

Warranty Registration Department

P.O. Box 32150
Louisville, KY 40232-2150

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Consumer Product Ownership Registration

Dear Customer:
Thank you fi)r purchasing our product and thank you fi)r placing your confidence in us.

We are proud to have you as a customer!

Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment:

Complete and mail
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Have tlte peace of
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can contact you in

the unlikely event of
a salctv modification.

Alter mailing tlte

registration below,
store this document

in a sate place. It
contains inlormation

yon will need sltonld
yon require service.

Our service number is

800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737).

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Important: If you did not get a registration card with your

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ensure that your product is registered, or register

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