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

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Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker ........... 9

(;are and Cleaning ........ 10, 11

Shelves .................... 6, 7

Storage Drawers ............. 7, 8

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

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install

the ReDigeramr ............. 19

Reversing the Door Swing . . 17-92

VVater Line Installauon ..... 1,9,-17

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You (;all For Service . .94, 95

Normal Operating Sounds ..... 93

Consumer Support

Consumer Support .... Back Cover

Product Registrauon ....... 97, 98

_'arranty for

Canadian Customers ......... 96

V(arianw for U.S. Customers . . . 99

Models 15,16,17,18

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Refrigeradores

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Write the model and serial

numbers here:

Model #
Serial #

You can find them on a label on

the upper left side of the fl'esh toed

COIIlp}l I'tIIl en t.

197D5226PO02 49-60255-1 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 refi-igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation

Instructions before it is used.

Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in the reti_igerato_: They could

damage the refrigerator and seriously iqjm'e
themselves.

Do not touch the cold suYti_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.

Skin may stick to these extremely cold sm_hces,

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\_q)o_ and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

In refl_igerato_ with automatic icemake_,

avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element

located on the bottom of the icemake_: Do not
place finge_ or hands on the atltoi//ati('

icemaking mechanism while the refl-igerator is
plugged in.

Keep finget_ out ot the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_ and between

the doo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be caretul closing doo_ when children are

in the area.

Unplug the refrigerator betore cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE."We strongiyrecommendthat anyservicingbe
performedby aquaiified individual

_ Turlfing the control to the 0 position does

not remove power to the light circuit.

Do not refl'eeze fl'ozen t0ods which have

thawed completely:

DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

Child entrapment and sufl_cation are not

problen_s of the past.Junked or abandoned

refrigeratms are still dangerous...even if they will

sit fin" "just a fi_w days." If you are getting rid of
yore" old refi'igeratm; please fidlow the instructions

below to help prevent acddents.

Refrigerants

_M1refligeration products contnin refi-igerants,
which trader federal law must be removed prior

to product disposal. If you are getting rid (ff an
old refiigeration product, check with the company

handling the disposal about what to do.

Before YouThrowAway YourOld
RefrigeratororFreezer:

Take off the doox_.

i,eave the shelves in place so that children mm
not easil_ climb inside.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

However; if_ou must use an extension cord, it is absolutel) necessm) that it be a IUI,-listed (in the United
Stntes) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grotmding type appliance extension cord having a grotmding

type I)lu°_ and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 xolts.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

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 this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which nlates with a

standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to
minimize the possibili b' of electric shock hazard

from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a

qualNed electridan to make sure the outlet is
propedy grounded.

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is

encountered, it is your personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly

grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
The refl-igerator should always be plugged into its

own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides tile best pe_fimnance and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire hazard from oxerheated wires.

Never unplug your refl-igerator by pulling on tile
power cord. Mways grip i)lug firefly and pull

straight out ti'oln tile outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fl'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not

use a cord that sho_:s cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.

\4lien moving tile refi-igerator away from tile
wall, be carefld not to roll over or damage the
power cord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Adapterplug_,otpermittedinCanadaJ

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

Howe\'et; if )_)u must use an adapter; where local
codes i)e_nit, a temporary connection ma) be made

to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UiAisted adapter a\:filable at most local

hardware stores.

Tile larger slot in tile adapter must be aligned with
tile larger slot in tile wall outlet to provide proper

polarity in tile connection of tile power cord.

When disconnecting tile power cord fl'om tile

a(lapte_; always hold tile adapter in place with one
hand while pulling tile power cord i)lug with tile

other hand. If this is not done, tile adapter ground
te_ninal is very likely to break with repeated use.

If tile adapter ground temfinal brealcs, DO NOTUSE
tile refl'ioerator,_ until a l)r°l ,)er ground has been

established.

Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the

cover screw is metal, not insulated, and the wall outlet is
grounded through the house wking Youshould have the

circuit checked by a quadded electrician to make sure the
outlet is properly grounded.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe temperaturecontroldial

Turning the dial to 0 stops cooling in both compartments--fresh food and freezer. It does not shut off power to
the refrigerator.

ControlSettings

Temperature Control Dial

The temperature control dial has nine settings plus 0. I is the wannest. 9 is the coldest.
At fi_t, set the dial at 5.

After using the refl'igerat(m a(!just the dial if necessary:

Insert a coin into the slot in the middle of the dial and you can turn the dial to the setting
that is best suited to your needs,

Allow 24 horn's for the refl'igerator to get cold,

Aboutthe freshfoodcompartmentshelves.

Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.

Half-Width Shelves

One end of the shelf rests on a molded

side-wall support; a bracket on the other
end hooks into a track (m the rear

cabinet wall.

NOTE:Theshelftothe@t of thetrackb
designedto hookintothe@t-hand slot,

theshelf to the left isdesignedtohook

into theleft-handslot.

r_]qlt up

To remove, lift the shelf up at fl'ont, then
off the SUl)l)ort and out of the track.

To replace, select desired shelf height.

With shelf ti'ont raised slightly, hook the
bracket's top lug into the track, then

lower the shelf onto the SUl)l)ort.

Full-Width Shelves

Some models have a steel wire sliding
sheik a stationary tempered glass shelf or

two steel wire stationary shelves. These
shelves can be moved to another place

in the fl'esh food compartment.

The flfll-width sliding shelf has stop-locks.
When placed correctly on the shelf

sui)ports, the shelf will stop beflwe coming

complemly ()tit ()f the refrigerator and will
not tilt when you place fi)od on it or

remove food from it.

Toremove the full-width shelves, lift the

rear of the shelf and pull forward.

Toremove a full-width shelf when the fresh

food compartment door cannot be opened
fully, lift the rear of the sheik pull

forward and down, tilt the shelf and
take it ()tit.

Spillproof Shelves (on some models)

Spillproof shelves have special edges
to hel I) i)revent spills ti'om dripping

to lower shelves. To i'elllOVe or replace

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the shelves, see the above instructions.

About the freezer compartment shelves.

Some models have an ice-tray shelf and some have a full-width step shelf.

Ice- Tray Sheff

To remove the ice-tray shelf, lift the left

side of the shelf offits supports, then
pull the shelf to the left to fl'ee it of the

plug supports. Pull the shelf to the right

to free the pins fl'om the holes in the
cabinet wall.

Step Shelf

To remove the step shelf."

[_] I,ifl left side oI shelf slightly.
_Mo_e shelf to the left to ti'ee its right

ends fl'om holes in the cabinet wall.

I,ower right side of shelf, mo_e shelf to

[] the right and rake it out.

To replace the step shelf."

[_] _ ith shelf tilted as shown, tit left ends

of shelf into holes in cabinet wall.

_i,ifl left side of sheff slightl); swing shelf

up, fit right ends of shelf into holes in
cabinet wall, and lower shelf into place.

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About the storage drawers.

Not all features are on all models,

Fruit and Vegetable Drawers

Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers should be emptied
and the drawers wiped dry.

Snacks Drawer

The snacks drawer can be moved to the
most useflfl location Ira" wmr tamilv's

needs.

About storage drawer and cover removal.

Not all features are on all models.

Adiustable Humidity Drawer (onsomemodels)

Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the wa_ to the LOW

HIGH LOW

HIGH setting to proxide high humidity setting to proxide lower humidity levels

I'eCOIllI//ended for I//()st x egetables. I'eCOIllIl/ended for Ill ()st fruits.

Drawer and Cover Removal

Drawers can be removed easily by grasping

tile sides and lifting up slightly while
pulling drawe_ past the step location.

Full-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover

Toremove the cover, lift it off its SUl)l)orts,

pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.

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Twin Drawers with Glass Cover

To remove:

y] Remoxe the drawers.
[_ Reach in, push the front of glass

coxer up, and at the same time,
pull it ti_rward as tar as it will come.

Tilt it and take it out. Avoid cleaning the
cold glass cover with hot water because

tile extreme temperature difl'erence may
cause it to break.

_] Remoxe tile drawer fl'ame. (Always

rei//oxe tile glass cover befi)re }o/'1
take out the drawer fl'ame.)

I,ift tile fl'ame off tile sui_ports at each
side and back, pull it forward, tilt it and

take it out.

Toreplace:

[_ I,ower tile frame tmtil it rests on tile

sui)ports at each side and back.

[_ Replace the glass coxer, i)ushing its

rear edge fir'ml)into file rear f_:aine
channel and gently lowering the front
into place.

[_]Replace the drawers.

About the automatic icemaker.

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

Power Automatic lcemaker (onsomemodels)

Switch Icemaker

The icemaker will produce api)roxinmtely

100-130 cubes in a 24-hour period,
dei)ending on the fl'eezer colni)artmelK
te/lll)eratt]re , i-ooi11teml)erattlre , ntllllbeI"

of door oi)enings and other use conditions.

Green/
PowerLight erArm

Power switch model

eelerArmin

theSTOP

Feeler Armin (up)poskio!!

theON (down)

position

Feeler arm model

There are two t)pes ot icemakei_: power
switch inodels and teeler aI_n models.

If the retiigerator is operated betore the
water colmection is inade to the icelnakei;

set the power switch to 0 (off) or move the
t(eler am/ to the STOP (up) position.

When the refligerator has been connected
to the water sui)ply; set the power switch to
the / (0n) position or move the feeler am_ to

the ON (down) position. On power switch

Inodels, the green light will come on.
You will hear a buzzing sotmd each tilne

the icemaker fills with water

The icemaker will fill with water when it

cools to 15°F. A newl}qnstalled reliigerator
Inav take 12 to 24 hom_ to begin making

ice cubes.
Throw awm the first tew batches of ice to

allow the water line to cleai:

Be sure t_othing interteres with the sweep
of the feeler aim.

When the bin fills to the level ot the teeler

aim, the icelnaker will stop precluding ice.
It is n(wmal for several cubes to be joined

together
If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes

will become cloudy, taste stale and shlink.

On power switch models, the green power
light will blink if ice cubes get stuck in the

icelnakei: To correct this, set the power
switch to 0 (off)and relnove the cubes. Set

the power switch to / (on)to restart the
icelnakei: _Mtei" the icelnaker has been

turned on again, there will be a delay of
about 45 inilmtes bet0re the icelnaker

I'eStlI/les ol)ei'ation,

NOTE" In homes with lower-than-averagewater
pressure,you mayhear the icemakercycle multiple

times whenmakingone batchof ice.

Icemaker Accessory Kit

If your refrigerator did not ah'eadv come

equii)ped with an automatic icemaker,
an icemaker accessor_ kit is axailable at

extra cost.

Check the back of the refrigerator fi_r
the specific icemaker kit needed fin" )our

model.

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The door handles and trim (on sonle

models). Clean with a cloth (lmnl)ened
with soapy water. Dry with a soti cloth.

Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly danq)ened with kitchen

appliance wax or mild liquid dish

detergent. Dry and polish with a clean,

soii cloth.

The stainless steel panels and door handles

(oil s()ine models) can be cleaned with

a commercially ;mfilable stainless steel

cleaner. Do not use appliance wax or

polish on the stainless steel,

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an o[)en bo×

of baking soda in tile fresh food and

fl'eezer coil/l)_l Ytil/ents,

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.

If this is not pra(tical, wring excess

i/loisttlre ()lit of sponge or cloth when

cleaning around switches, lights or

contFols.

Do not wipe the refr/_Teratorwith a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel Thesemay leave a residue

that can erode the paint Do not use scouring

pads,powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can

scratch and weaken the paint f/bish.

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some
models) with hot water because the extreme

temperature difference may cause them to

break. Handle glass shelvescarefully Bumping

tempered glass can cause it to shatter

Do not wash anyplastic refrigerator parts in

the dishwashe_

Cleaning the condenser coils.

Use warn/water and baking soda solution-

about a tablespoon ( 15 ml) of ba king soda

to a quart (l liter) (If water. This both
cleans and neutralizes odm_. Rinse and

wipe dry.

After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a

thin laver of petroleum .jelly to the door

gaskets at the hinge side. This helps kee I)

tile gaskets from sticking and bending
out of shape.

Condenser

There is no need for routine condenser
cleaning in normal home operating

environillents. However, in eiivii'(lililleilts

that may be particularly dusty or greasy,
the condenser should be cleaned

periodically for efficient refl'igerator

operation.

To clean tile condensei; turn tile
temperature control dial to O. Sweep

}IIV}IV oI" V}IC/I[II// I1 I) (hist.

For best results, use a bIush specially
designed tor this purpose. It is a\zdlable

at most appliance parts stores.

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Behind the Refrigerator

Be caretul when moving the reti'igerator
away fl'om the wall. All types of floor

coverings can be danmged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with

embossed surfaces.

Tm'n the leveling legs at each fl'ont corner
of the refl_igerator com_terclockwise tmfil

the rolle_ sui)port the reti_igeratm: Pull the
refrigerator straight out and return it to

position by pushing it straight in. Moving
the refl_igerator in a side direction may

result in damage to the floor covering or
refrigeratm:

Light Bulb Replacement

To replace a burned-out bulb, unl)lug
the refl'igerator fl'om its electrical outlet,

tmscrew the bulb when cool and replace
it with an appliance bulb of the same or

lower wattage.

When pushing the refngerator back, make sure

you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker

supply line {on some models).

After rolling the refl'igerator back into

place, turn the legs clockwise until the
legs again bear the weight of the

refl'igera tot.

Turningthe controlto the0 positiondoesnot

removepowertothelightcircuit

Preparing for Vacation

For long vacations or absences, remove
fl)od and uni)lug the refl'igerator. Move

the temperature control dial to the 0
position, and clean the interior with a

baking soda solution of one tablespoon

(15 ml) of baking soda to one qtlart
(l liter) of water. I,eave the doors open.

Preparing to Move

Secm'e all loose items such as grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them

secm'ely in place to prevent damage.

Set the icemaker power switch to the

0 (off) position or m_we the feeler arm to

the STOP (up) position (depending on
model) and shut off the water sui)ply to

the refl'igera tin;

If the temperatm'e can drop below
fl'eezing, have a qualified servicer drain

the water supply systeln (on SOlne
models) to prevent serious property

damage due to flooding.

Be sure the refrigerator stays/n an upright
position during moving.

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Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

Questions?Call800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)orvisitomX_ebsite_,t:www.GEAppliances.com

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully,

• IMPORTANT - S ,,ethese

inst_ uctions fin" local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Obse ,e ,ll

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer - KeeI) these instructions

ti,I" fllture reference.

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

• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installe_:

• Product thilttre due to improper installation is not
covered trader the Warranty.

In Canada,call 1.800.361.3400or visitour _ebsite at: www.geappliances.ca

CLEARANCES

_Mlow the following clearances fin" ease of installation,
proper air circulation and I)lmnbing, and electrical

connections.

• Sides./4 (19ram)

• Top 1" (25 mm)

• Back 1" (25 ram)

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ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS

Leveling legs near each fl'ont corner of the refl'igerator

are a(!justable. They firmly position the refl'igerator

15 minutes

Reversing the Door Swing

1 horn"

and prevent it fl'om moving when the doors are

opened. I,eveling legs should be set so the fl'ont of the
refrigerator is raised just enough that the doors close

easily when opened about hallway.

Tm'n the leveling legs clockwise to raise the

refl'igerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

Rollers next to the leveling legs allow you to move the

refrigerator away ti'om the wall tin" cleaning.

Models 15,16,17, 18

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WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(on some models)

If the reli'igerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A water supply kit

(containing copper tubing, shutott valve, fittings and

inst_ uctions) is awfilable at extra cost fl'om wmr dealer,
by visiting our X_'ebsite at www.GFAppliances.com (in
Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and

Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refl'igeramr where the temperature

will go below 60°F (l 6°C) because it will not rtm otten

enough to maintain proper temperatm'es.

• Install it on a floor strong enough to sui)port it fifllv
loaded.

Turn the legs cotmterclockwise until the weight of the

reti'igerator is transterred from them to the rolle_.

_M'ter rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the
legs clockwise tmtil the legs again bear the weight of

the refl'igera tot.

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Installation Instructions

El INSTALLING THE WATER LINE CONSOMEMODELS)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Reconm_ended copper water supply kits are _4UXSX2,

_X8X3 or _X8X4, depending on the amom_t of

tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines
are GE SmartConnect ''_ Refrigerator Tubing

(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and

_43X08X 10025).

When connecting your refrigerator to a GE Reverse

Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation
is with a GE RVEfit. For other reverse osmosis water

s}_stems, follow the manufi_cturer's recommendations.
This water line installation is not warranted by the

refrigerator or icemaker manufi_cturer. Follow these
instructions carefldlv to minimize the risk of expensive

water damage,

_4'ater hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house

plmnbing can cause damage to refl'igerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified

plmnber to correct water hammer before installing
the water supply line to the refl'igerator,

To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook
up the water line to the hot water line.

If vou/lse gOllY refl'igerator before connecting the

water line, make sm'e the icemaker power switch is

in the 0 (off) position (on power switch models) or
the feeler arm is in the STOP (up) position (on teeler

arm models).

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Copper or GE SmaxtCmmecf'" Refrigerator Tubing
kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator

to the water supply: If using COl)per, be sm'e 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 l 0"

[25 cm] diameter) to allow the refl'igerator to move

out fl'om the wall after installation.

GE Smart(_onnect _'_Refrigerator Tubing 14dts are
available in the fi)llowing 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 wm select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)

as described above.

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatm'es tall below fl'eezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a power

drill) during installation, be sm'e 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

plmnbing code requirements.

NOTE: The mtiy GE approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in GE SmartConnect'" 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.

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Installation Instructions

B INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

• AGE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra

cost fl'om your dealer or fl'om Parts and Accessories,

800.626.2002.

• A cold water supply. The water pressm'e 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.

• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper tubing

to the shutoff valve and the refl'igerator water valve.

OR

• If you are using a GE SmartConnect '_ ReflJgerator
Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled

to the tubing.

Install the shutoff xalxe on the nearest frequentl) used
drinking water line.

[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest fimcet long enouoh_ to clear
the line of water.

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location fin" 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 fl'om

the water pipe.

[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

• If wmr existing COl)per water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (available at

phunbing supply stores) to connect the water line to
the reli'igerator OR wm can cut off the flared fitting

with a tube cutter and then use a compression
fitting. Do not cut formed end from GE
SmartCmmect _'' Reli'igerator tubing.

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

minimmn inside diameter of 5/32" at tile point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type

shutoff valves are included in many water sui)ply kits.
Before i)urchasing, inake sure a saddle-type wdve

complies with wmr local plmnbing codes.

Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pii)e (exen it using
a sell:piercing xalve) using a sharp bit. Remoxe anx

btu'I5 resulting from drilling tile hole in the I)ipe.
Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill,

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

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Installation Instructions

[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutotI _al_e to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.

PipeClamF

Saddle-Type--
ShutoffValve

NOTE: Conmmnwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wdves

are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed plumber.

-- VerticalCold
WaterPipe

[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

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

NOTE: Do not overtighten or vou mav cHIsh the
tubing.

-Washer

Pi End

Clam[

[] CONNECT THE TUBING

TO THE VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleexe)
for COl)per tubing onto the end of the tubing and

connect it to the shutott xalxe.

Make sure the tubing is flfllv inserted into the

wdve. Tighten the compression nut securely.

For plastic tubing from a GE Smart(_onnect'"
Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end
of the tubing into the shutoff wdve and tighten

compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening

IllaV catlse leaks.

Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve

Packing Nut.

Outlet Valve-- --Ferrule (sleeve)

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wdves

are illegal and rise is ilot permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed i)lumber.

?ression

Nut
SmartConnect_

Tubing

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between the cold water line and
the refl'igerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall
or floor (behind the refrigerator or ac!iacent base

cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing

(about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to

move out from the wall after installation.

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn the main water sui)ply on and flush ()tlt the
tubing until the water is clear.

Shut the water ott at the water valve alter about
one quart (l liter) of water has been flushed

through the tubing.

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Installation Instructions

B INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR

NOTES:

• gefl)re making tile connection to tile refrigerator,

be sure tile refrigerator, power cord is not I_lugged,,
into tile wall outlet.

• We recommend installing a water filter if wmr

water sui)ply has sand or particles that could clog

the screen of the reti'igerator's water wdve. Install
it in the water line near the retiigerator. If using

GE SmartConnect'" Reliigerator Tubing kit,

wm will need an additional tube (WX08X10002)

to connect tile filte_: Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.

RelllO_,e tile access co_,er.

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp provided to
hold it in a vertical position. You may need to

pry open tile clamp.

1/4" Copper_ -- TubingClamp

Tubing

1/4" Compression
Nut

Ferrule
(sleeve)

Refrigerator
Connection

Reattach tile access cover.

SmartConnect_

Tubing

Remoxe tile plastic flexible cap from tile water
;al;e (refrigerator connection).

©

Place tile compression nut and ti_Hule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown. On GE

SmartConnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing kit,
the nuts are ah'eadv assembled to the tubing.

Insert tile end of tile tubing into tile water wdve
connection as flu" as possible. While holding the

tubing, tighten tile fitting.
For plastic tubing from a GE Slnart(_onnect '_

Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end
of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten

compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then
tighten one additional tm'n with a wrench.

Overtightening may cause leaks,

[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE

SHUTOFF VALVE

Tighten any connections that leak.

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Installation Instructions

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

__rram,e the coil of tubing so that it does not _ibrate

a

against the back of the refrigerator or against the

wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.

[] START THE ICEMAKER

On power sMtch models, set the icemaker power
switch to the I(0/1) position. On feeler am/models,

move the feeler ann to the ON (down) 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 automaticall>

I

Power switch model

FeelerArmin

the ON(down)position

Feelerarmmodel

NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the

water xalxe may turn on up to 3 times to delixer

enough water to the icemaker.

B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

IMPORTANT NOTES

_]_en re\'e_ing the door swing:

• Read the instructions all the way through befin'e

starting.

• Handle parts carefiflly to awfid scratching paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using

them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratching work surtace fin.
the doo_.

IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the

cabinet until doo>swing reversal is completed.

These instructions are fin" changing the hinges fl'om

the right side to the lett side--if you ever want to change
the hinges back to the right side, fi)llow these same

instructions and reverse all reterences to lett and fight.

TOOLS REQUIRED

Phillipsscrewdriver

5/16" he>head
socketdriver

Putty knife or thin-blade

screwdriver

Masking tape

T20 or T25 Torxdriver,
(needed for some
models)

5/16" open-end
wrench

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Installation Instructions

B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

[] BEFORE YOU START

1.1 UnI_lug the refrigerator fl'om its electrical
outlet.

1.2 Erupt)all door shelxes, including the dairy

C OIlll)_l I'tIll ent.

2.2 X4ith a :5/16" hex-head socket dfixer, remoxe the
screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet,

2.3 I,ift the hinge (and the shim glued to it) straight
up to free the hinge, pin from the socket in

the top of the door and set it aside, ahmg with
its screws.

Top Hinge -----_1 _

2.4 Remo_e the tape and tilt the door awa_ from the

cabinet. I.iti it off the center hinge pin.

CAUTION: Do not let either door drop to the

floor, To do so could dail/aoe_ the door stop,

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

2.1 Tape the door shut with maskino. _ tape.

2.5 Set the door on a non-scratching surface with

the outside up.

2.6 Transter the 2 screws from the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes _acated 1)_ the

top hinge removal.

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Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD

DOOR

3.1 Tape the door shut with maskin,,. _ tape.

3.2 Using a 5/16" hex-head socket screwdriver and
a 5/16" open-end wrench, remove the two

screws holding the center hinge (and the shim
glued to it) to the cabinet. I,ifl the center hinge

to ti'ee its pin from the socket in the top of the
doo_; and set hinge and screws aside. Be careful

not to lose the center hinge spacer mad washer.

[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD

DOOR (CONT.)

3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching

S/IIS{_Ice.

3.5 Tmnsfi_r the two screws fl'om the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes _acated b_ the center

hinge removal.

3.3 Remove the tape and tilt the door away fl'om the

cabinet. I,ifl the door fl'om the pin in the bottom
hinge bracket. (If the plastic washer sticks to the

door bottom, put it back on the hinge.)

3.6 Transter the _asher (if your model has one) to the
opposite side.

3.7 Take one (ff the screws removed in step 9 and start

it in the outem_ost screw hole on the opposite side.
Do not drive it all the way down--leave enough

space under the screw head ti_r thickness of shim
and bracket.

IJ

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Installation Instructions

B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

[] REVERSING THE HARDWARE

4.1 Remove tile base ,,Tille (if _our refrigerator has
one) b) pulling it straight out.

J

4.2 Moxe tile 1)ottmn hinoe_ bracket (and shim glued

to it) and plastic washer from tile right side to tile

leti side.

Plastic Plastic

Washer ®1[¢-.__! _J

Hinge---->
Bracket Hinge _ _

Modelswith a hingebracket
thathas2 screwholes.

-_ I Washer

Bracket

Modelswith a hingebracket
thathas4 screwholes.

Switchthe hingepinto the
oppositesideofthe bracket.

[] REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES

Transfer fresh food door handle

5.1

5.1.1 Remove tile handle phlg using a
tape-tipped put U knife trader tile edge,

and reil/ove tile screw tlnderneath.

Remove tile two screws holding tile
handle to tile top of tile door.

Plug'_

I 5.1.2 Remo;e tile handle. I

5.1.3 Remoxe tile screws fl'om tile right edge of tile

door top and insert them into tile handle screw
holes on tile opposite side.

4.3 Interchange hinge (and tile shim glued to it) and

screws at top right with screws at top left of cabinet.
Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time,

Installing the hinge on the left.

NOTES:

• Some hinges have fl)tu" holes. Which holes you

use fin" installing tile hinge depends on which

side you install tile hinge.

• Tile outer edge of tile hinge should be parallel

to tile edge of tile case fin" correct installation.

Installing the hinge on the right.

5.1.4 X._]tl/ tape-tipped putty knife or thin-blade

screwdriver, I)_T out the plug button from the

hinge hole on the left side of the door and

insert it into the hole on the opposite side that
was vacated by remowfl of tile top hinge.

Plug Buz_

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Installation Instructions

I_REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES

(CONT.)

5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle

(cont.)

5.1.5 Pull the plug button fl'om the front

of the door and transfer it to the

opposite side.

PlugButton

5.2 Transfer door stop

5.2.1 Move the metal door stop from the right
end to the leii end.

Left Side D;0r Stop

Toreattachthe

handleonthe
oppositeside.

5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle

5.4.1 Remove the screw holding the handle to the

top of the door and the two screws holding
the handle to the bottom of the door,

5.4.2 Remove the handle.

5.2.2 Move any screws ti'om the left end to

the right end,

RightSide

5.3 Reinstalling the Fresh Food Door
Handle

5.3.1 Attach the handle to

the right side of the
door with screws at

the top and under
the handle plug,

5.3.2 Reinstall the handle plug.

5.4.3 Remove the screw fl'om the right top edge of the
door and insert it into the handle screw hole on

the leti side,

5.4.4 Transli_r the door stop as shown on the

I

preceding page.

5.4.5 Attach the handle to the right edge of the door

with screws at top and bottom, using bottom
holes w_cated bv remowfl of the door stop screws.

I

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Installation Instructions

B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

16IREHANGING THE DOORS

6.1 Rehang the fresh food door

6.1.1 I,ower the fresh food door onto the

botton/ hinge pin. Be sure the washer
is in place on the pin,

Washer

8

Bracket

Modelswith a hingebracket
thathas2 screwholes.

6.1.2 Insert the pin on the center hinge into the
socket in the top of the door. Place the space_,

then the washer, on the hinge pin.

NOTE: The center hinge must be turned over
as shown when mounted on the left side.

Hinge._-_-_

Models with a hinge bracket
that has 4 screw holes.

Plastic
Washer

[] REHANGING THE DOORS (CONT.)

6.2 Rehang the freezer door

6.2.1 I,ower the freezer door onto the center

hinge, pin. Be sure the washer and

spacer are in place on the pin.

gePin

andSpacer

6.2.2 Tilt the door toward the cabinet, lifting the top
hinge so the pin fits into the socket on the top

of the door.

Hinge_,

and Spacer

6.1.3 Tilt the door toward the cabinet. As the (loot" is
brought into position, slide the hinge trader the

head of the screw which earlier had been partly
driven into the outemmst hole. Insert the

remaining scre_, then tighten both screws

sectlrelv.

6.2.3. Make sm'e the door is slightly above the top of
the cabinet and the gap between the doors is

even across the front. Tighten the top hinge

screws. Do not overtighten these screws-tighten

them until they are just snug, then tm'n them

another one-half turn.

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Normal operating sounds.

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 effidency compressor may Hm thster

and hmger than wmr old refl'igerator and wm may
hear a high-i)itched lmm or pulsating sound while

it is operating.

• Ybu may hear a whooshing sound when the (lom_ close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the i'efl'igei'atoi;

CLICKS, POPS,

CRACKS and CHIRPS

• You may hear cracking or i)oi_ping sounds when the
refl'igerator is first i)lugged in. This hal)pens as the

refl'igerator cools to the correct temperature.

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

up to 5 minutes).

• Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during
and after defl'ost can cause a cracking or i)oi)ping

SOtln(1,

• On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking
cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into

the ice bucket.

WHIRl

• You may hear the rims spinning at high speeds.
This hal)pens when the refl'igerator is first plugged

in, when the doors are opened fl'equently or when
a large alllOtlilt of tk)od is added to the refrigerator

or fl'eezer compartments. The rims are helping to
maintain the correct temperatm'es,

WATERSOUNDS

6

• The flow of refl_igerant through the freezer cooling
coils may make a gm'gling noise like boiling water.

• Water dropping on the defl'ost heater can cause a
sizzling, I)oI)ping or buzzing sotmd dm'ing the

defl'ost cwle.

• A water dripping noise may occm" dm'ing the defl'ost
cycle as ice melts fl'om the ewq)orator and flows into

the drain pan.

• Closing the door may cause a gurgling sotmd due to
pressure equalization.

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Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money/. Review the charts on the following

pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Possible Causes What ToDo

Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. * Wait ablaut 30 minutes t(n" (left'()st cycle to end.

operate

Vibrationorrattling Roller screws or leveling legs * See" RollersandLevelingLegs.

(slightvibration need adjusting.

is normal)

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator "Wait 24 horns fin" tire refiigerator to completely

long periods or cycles is first plugged in. c_)ol (h)wu.
on and off frequently.

(Modern refrigerators

with more storage amounts of food are

space and a larger placed in refrigerator.
freezer require more Door left open. * Check to see l

operatingtime.They

start and stop often Hot weather or frequent *This is uoY/r/;ll.

to maintain even door ope_mlgs.
temperatures.) Temperature controldial * SeeAbout thetemperaturecontrol dial.

Temperature control dial * Move tile temperature control dial to a temperatm'e
in 0position. settiu

Refrigerator is unplugged. * Push the pltlg c(m/pletely iut_) the _mfl et.

The fuse is blown/circuit * I_eplace fl/se (>r reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.

Often occurs when large * This is uom_al.

if )acka,,e is holding door open.

set at the coldest setting.
Grille and condenser * See Care and cleaning.

need clem_hzg.

Freshfoodorfreezer Temperature control dial * See About thetemperaturecontroldial.
compartmenttoowarm not set cold enough.

WaJ_n weather or frequent * Set tire temperature control dial oue step (olde_:

door ope_fings. See About thetemperaturecontrol dial.

if )acka,,e is holding door open.Doorleft open. * Check to see 1

Package blocking air duct in * Check to see if l)ackage, is bhwkiug air duct in t]'eezei"

freezer compartment, c_ )lill)_lYtlileUt.

Frostorice crystals Door left open. • ('.heck to see if package is holding door open.

onfrozenfood
(frostwithinpackage Too frequent or too long

is normal) door ope_fings.

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Possible Causes What To Do

Automatic icemaker lcemaker power switch * On power switch models, set tile power swit(h to tile

does not work is not on. I(on) position. On teeler am_ models, move the feeler

(onsome models) :u_u to tire ON (down) l)osifiou.

Water supply tma_ed off or * See Installing the waterline.

not cmmected.

Freezer compartment *_4'ait 24 hou_ fin" tire refrigerator to completely
too warm. c()()l dowu,

Piled up cubes in the storage * l,evel cubes by hand.
bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

Frequent "buzzing"sound lcemaker is on but the water * Turn the icemaker off. On power switch models, set the

supply to the refrigerator has power switch to the 0 (off) position. On feeler am_
not been cmmected, models, move the feeler :ulu to the STOP (up) position.

Keel)iu_ it ou will damage the water valve.

Cubes too small Water shutoff valve connecting * Call the pltu[d)er to clear tire valve.

refrigerator to water line may
be clogged.

Slowice cube freezing Door left open. * Check to see it l)ackage, is holding, door ol)eu.

Temperature control dial * See Abeut the tempera ture control dial
not set cold enough.

Ice cubeshave Ice storage bin needs clemlh_g. * Erupt' and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

odor/taste

Moisture forms on Not unusual during *_'il)e stwJilce dry and reset temperattn'e control dial

cabinet surface periods of high humidity, one setting colder:

between thedoors

Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too

(in humid weather, air long door openings.

Food transmitting odor/taste *Wrap _'oodswell.
to ice cubes.

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

carries moisture into

refrigerator when doors

are opened)

Refrigerator has odor Foods _'mlsmitthlg * Foods with strong o(h:,_ should be tightly wrapped.

odor to refrigerator. * Keep an (>pen box of baking soda in tire refrigerator;

replace every three mouths.

Interior needs cleaning. * See Care and cleaning.

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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

Compressor
Concept II Two (2) Years Two (2) Years Two (2) Years
All other brands Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years

Sealed System (including
evaporator, condenser

tubing and refrigerant)
Concept II Two (2) Years Two (2) Years Two (2) Years
All other brands Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years

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

at Camco's Option

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.

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.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory

warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

• Owner is responsible to pay for service
calls related to product installation and/or

to teach you how to use the product.

• Damage to finish must be reported within
48 hours following the delivery of the

appliance as indicated on the Consumer
Notice label posted on the exterior of the

refrigerator door.

• 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.

• 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.

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IMPORTANT

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

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

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