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Appliance Registration Base Grille

Care and Cleaning Condenser

Diagnostic Codes Drawers and Covers

Electronic Monitor

Door Alarm System Check-Reset

Warm Temperature

Energy Saver System Enerzv-Savin~ TiDs

Food Saver System Food Storage Suggestions

Storage Drawers Storage Times

Ice Dispenser Icemaker

Installation

Adapter Plug

2 4

18 18

6-9 Problem Solver

15,16

6-9 Repair Service

7,8 Shelves

7 5 Vacation & Moving Tips

2 Warranty

15 14

15,16

10-13 10-13

3,4

Water Supply to Icemaker 4

Light Bulb Replacement Model and Serial Numbers 2

Ports-Bins

Refreshment Center

Safety Instructions

Temperature Controls

Water Filter

10, 17

20-22

Back Cover

Useand Careof

modelTFX27F

Refreshment

Electronic

Monitorand

Diagnostic

with

Center,

System

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Adjustable Rollers Clearances

Electrical Requirements 3,4 Extension Cord

Grounding Location

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Help us help you...

Read this book carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new refrigerator properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your

questions.

If you don’tunderstand something or need more help, write (include your phone number):

Consumer Affairs General Electric Company Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’llsee them on a label at the bottom, just inside the fresh

compartment door.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that

your refrigerator. Before sending in this card. please

write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator.

If you received a damaged

refrigerator,

the dealer (or builder) that sold you

the refrigerator.

immediately contact

food

came with

Energy-saving tips

● Location of your refrigerator is

important. Avoid locating it next to your range, a heating vent or where sun will shine directl>r on

● Don’t open the doors more often

than necessary.

. Close the doors as soon as possible, particularly in hot. humid weather.

c Be sure the doors are closed tightly. Before leaving the house or

retiring for the night, check m be

sure the doors haven’t been left open accidentally.

. Store only those foods requirinu

refrigeration in your refrigerator.

● Wipe all moisture from bo(tles

and cartons before putting them ii~

the refrigerator.

● Keep all foods covered to

reduce moisture buildup inside

the refrigerator.

It.

Save time and money. Before you request service,

the Problem Solver on pages 20 through 22. It lists causes of minor opemting problems that you can correct yourself.

check

● If you turn controls to thecoldc~t

position for quick chilling or freezing.

be sure to turn them back to regular

settings.

. Don’t overcrowd your refrigcratoi-. Overcrowding can require extra electrical energy to keep ci’ertthinu cool .

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IMPOKIANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

w~~when using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

. Use this appliance only for its

intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book.

. w refrigerator must be

properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. See grounding

instructions below and on page 4. QNever unplug your refrigerator

by pulling on the power cord.

Alwaysgrip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

● Repair or replace immediately

all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use acord that

shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

● When moving your refrigerator

away from the wail, be careful not to rollover or damage the power cord.

c After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere

to these extremely cold surl%ces.

● Do not place fingers or hands

on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. This will prevent

contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes.

● Do not allow anyone to climb,

sit, stand or hang on the RefreshmentCenterCompartment door (see page 10).They could

damage the refrigerator and maybe even tip it over, causing severe personal injury.

● Don’t refreezefrozen f~ds

which have thawed completely. The United States Department of

Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:

“... Youmay safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are

still cold—below 40”F.

“.. .Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen

and should not be eaten. Thawed

ice cream should be discarded. If

the odor or color ofany food is

poor or questionable, get rid of

it.

The food may be dangerous to eat.

“Even partial thawingand refreezing

reduce the eating quality of foods.

particularly fruits, vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their eating quality as you can.”

● If your old refrigerator is still

around the house but not in use, be sure to remove the doors. This

will reduce the possibility of danger to children.

● Unplug your refrigerator.

A. Before making any repairs. Note: We strongly recommend

that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual.

B. Before cleaning. C. Before replacing a burned-out

light bulb, the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with alive wire fflament.

(A burned-out light bulb may

break when being replaced.)

Note: Thming control to OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.

. Do not operateyour refrigerator

inthe presence of explosive fumes.

SAW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Installation Requirements –IMPORTANT: P]ease

How to connect electricityy

Forpersonal safety, this appliance must be

properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance

is equipped with u grounding plug

mates with a standard

which

grounded wall outlet (Fig. 1)to

minimize the possibility of elec~ric shock hazard from this appliance.

PREFERRED METHOD

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rIave the wall outlet checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

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INSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS BEFORE USE

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read carefully.

Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered,

personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD

(GROUND) PRONG FROM

THE POWER CORD.

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Installation Requirements (continued)-_RT~T... Please Read Carefully

Use of Adapter Plug

Because of potential safety hazards under certainconditions, we strongly ~ommend againstuse ofan adapter

plug. However,ifyou still electto use an adapter,where local codes permit,

a TEMPORARY CONNECIION maybemadetoap~rlym two-prong wall outlet by use ofa UL listed adapter (Fig. 2) available at most local hardware stores.

TEMPORARYMETHOD .=

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INSUREPROPERGROUNO

The Iarger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the walloutlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.

CAUTION: Attaching adapter

ground terminal to wall outlet cover

screwdoes not ground the appliance unless cover screw is metal, and not

insulated, and walloutlet isgrounded through house wiring. Youshould havethecircuitcheckedbya qwdified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

When disconnecting the power

cord from the adapter, alwayshold

the adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use.

Should the adapter ground

terminal break, DO NOTUSE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established.

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cord be 15amperes (minimum) and

120volts. Such extension cords are obtainable through your local service organization.

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet—

(115volt, 60 Hertz, single phase AC). This is recommended for best performance and to prevent

overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire hazard from overheating wires.

Refrigerator Location Do

not install refrigerator where

temperature will go below 60”F.

because it will not run often enough

to maintain proper temperatures. Do install it on a floor strong

enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.

Also see Energy-Saving Tips regarding location.

Clearances

A11owthe following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections:

Sides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..~”

Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..o”

(Ifbuilt in, allow 7/8”at the topfor

hinge covers.)

Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..l”

Allow the following door clearance:

Refreshment Center Side . . . . 3%”

Freezer Side . . . . . . . . . . . . ..l~”

Water Supply to Icemaker

Rollers

Adjustable rollers, which enable

you to move your refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning, are

located behind the base grille. These rollers should be set so that the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and the front is raised

just enough that the doors close

easily when opened about halfway. Specially designed door hinges lift both doors slightly when opened. The force of gravity then helps

close the door automatically.

Toadjust rollers, remove the base

grille by grasping it at the bottom and pulling it out.

Turn roller adjusting screws

clockwise to raise refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it. Use adjustable wrench (3/8” hex head bolt) or pliers.

Whenadjusting front rollers for proper

door closure, it is recommended that the bottom front edge of the cabinet be approximately 5/8” from the floor.

Use of Extension Cords

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extensioncord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the

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Youwill need to connect your icemakerto acold water line.A water

supply kit containing copper tubing,

shut-offvalve,fittingsandinstructions

is available at extra cost from your dealer. There should be sufficient tubing for the icemaker from the cold water supply to allow you to move the refrigerator out from the wall several feet (approximately 3 coils of l/4-inch copper tubing that isat least 10inches

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in diameter).

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Toreplaceb=cgril.ie, align prongs

on back of grille with clamps in cabinet and push forward until grille snaps into place.

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Operating Your

Refrigerator

Set the Temperature Controls

FREEZER

Your refrigerator has two controls

that let you regulate the temperature

in the fresh food and freezer

compartments. INITIALLY,

FOOD

FREEZER control at C.

For colder or warmer temperatures, adjust the desired compartment control one letter or

number at a time.

IMPORTANT

When your refrigerator is first

installed, allow 24 hours for

stabilization to normal operating

temperature before filling it with

large amounts of fresh or frozen

foods.

Note: Turningthe fresh food control

to ●

compartments

freezer—butdoes not shut off power

to the refrigerator.

control at 5 and the

’OFF” stops cooling in IWTH

C INITIAL SETTING

E COLDEST

set the FRESH

–fresh food AND

How to Test Temperatures

Use the milk test for the fresh fbod compartment. Place a

container of milk on the top shelf

in the fresh

Check it a day later. If the milk is too warm or too cold, adjust the

temperature controls.

food compartment.

‘N’T’AL ‘ETT’NG 5 FRESH FOOD

Use

freezer compartment.

container of ice cream in the center of the freezer compartment. Check

it after a day. If it’s too hard or too soft, adjust the temperature controls.

COLDEST 9

the ice cream test for the

Place a

If you turn your householdthermostat below 60°F. at night

. . .you may want to turn the lettered

control one step colder, as from “C” to “D~’ Cooler temperatures in the house may cause the compressor to operate less frequently, thus allowing the freezer compartment to warm somewhat.

frozen food supply, leave your

lettered setting at this colder setting

for the entire winter or for whatever period of time you are

turning down your thermostat, This

is especially important when the thermostat is turned down for an extended period.

This change should have no effect on your fresh food compartment.

However, if freezing occurs, turn

the numbered control one step

warmer, as from “5’* to “4V

When you stop turning the

thermostat down, turn temperature controls back to their regular settings.

To protect your

Automatic Ene~y Saver System

You won’t find an “energy saver” switch on this refrigerat&.

Warm liquid from the refrigerator’s condenser is automatically

circulated around the front edge of the freezer compartment to help keep moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator during humid weather.

Many refrigerators use special electric heaters. This refrigerator needs none. That’s why there is no

“energy saver” switch. . .there’s no

need for it.

No Defrosting

It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food compartments. Your refrigerator is designed and equipped to defrost itself automatically.

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Electronic Monitor &Diagnostic System

It keeps an eyeon things for you.

@ Red signal light flashes to tell

you when either door is open,

reen signal light tells you that

the Door Alarm beeper has been set to sound after either door has been open 30

@Red signal Iight tells you when

freezer fmdkeeping temperature is

seconds.

above normal.

@ Green lighted word NORMAL

indicates that no failure has been

detected by the diagnostic system.

@Flashing green diagnostic codes in the display warn you

when:

frozen foods should be

checked.

power has been interrupted.

icemaker may not be operating

properly.

What these codes mean—and what to do when they appear— is summarized on the inside of the freezer compartment door and explained more thoroughly on the following pages.

@System Check pad puts a

review of the electronic diagnosii of five coded functions at your fingertip and also allows you to erase codes from display.

@Electronic control allows you to turn night light in water-and-ice dispenser on and off.

@Electronic control allows you

to select ice cubes or crushed-i(x.

and green signal light confirms your choice.

When your refrigerator

is first plugged in...

All panel lights come on for ilve seconds. a beep sounds, and lights go off except as follows:

● PF flashes in the display. Touch

SYSTEM CHECK-RESET pad to erase it.

* Green word NORMAL glows.

9 Red WARM TEMPERATURE light glows if freezer compartment

temperature is higher than normal. It goes off when proper foodkeeping temperature is reached.

● Door alarm beeper is activated

and green light on DOOR ALARM pad glows.

● CRUSHED ice selection light

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Red DOOR OPEN light flashes if

either door is open, goes out when doors are shut.

● Night light in water-and-ice

dispenser is off.

IE13defrost system has failed.

freezer control may need to be

m set for a colder temperature.

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How to Set the

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Door Alarm

Youdon’t have toset the visual alarm. As

open, the red

light flashes.

If the green signal light on the DOOR ALARM pad is glowing, the beeper alarm is set.

touch the pad to turn it on.

long as either door is

DOOR OPEN signal

If it’s not.

Why the RedWarm TemperatureLight Glows.

At first, it’s probably because your

newly installed refrigerator hasn’t

completely cooled down yet. Wait

a few hours for it to cool, and then

the light will go out.

From then on, the red light will glow whenever temperatures inside get too high for proper food storage. If this happens, open the doors only when absolutely necessary. and close them as quickly as possible.

As soon as inside tempertitures return to normal. the light goes out.

How the Electronic Monitor and Diagnostic System Works.

The word NORMAL is lighted

in green except when a failure has

been detected.

If either door is open for more than 30 seconds, a recurring beep sounds.

The light goes out and the beeping stops when you close the door.

There are times when you’ll want the Door Alarm beeper turned off. When

of food, for example. Just touch the pad. The green light will go out and the beeping will stop.

Deactivating the Door Alarm beeper does not turn the red DOOR OPEN light off—it keeps flashing until the door is closed.

you’re rearranging a lot

The SYSTEM CHECK-RESET pad has two functions:

1. You can touch the SYSTEM

CHECK-RESET pad and get a review of the electronic diagnostic codes in order of their priority.

2. You can touch the SYSTEM CHECK-RESET pad to erase three

flashing codes immediately and two codes tifter the condition that

caused them to flash has been

corrected (see page 8).

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Electronic Monitor & Diagnostic System (continued)

The Electronic Monitor and Diagnostic System

something starts to go wrong.

If a diagnostic code appears on the display, something needs special attention.

attention, the display code flashes

until you erase it. The first 6

flashes are accompanied by beeps,

If more than one coded function

requires attention at the same

time,

the one with the highest

priority will be displayed first.

Pressing the SYSTEM CHECK-

RESET pad will evaluate all other

coded functions. If the NORMAL

display is lit during the displaying

of a code. that function is operating

properly.

Pressing the SYSTEM CHECK-

RESET pad will erase three codes

immediately—Pfi Cl and CC.

The DE and FFcodes can only be erased by touching the SYSTEM

CHECK-RESET pad condition that caused the code to

flash has been corrected.

alerts you when

To get your

after the

This flashing code tells you the powerto the refrigerator has been interrupted for more than 2

seconds. Check the condition of food in both the fresh food and freezer compartments. Touch SYSTEM CHECK-RESET pad to erase code.

There is no fault with the refrigerator

tlashes.

when PF code

This flashing code tells you something’s wrong with the defrost system–keep doors closed to retain cold and call for service. Code flashes until problem is corrected.

This flashing code tells you to

check your frozen food. Has any

it started to thaw? A package

may be holding the freezer

compartment door open. Don’t

open the door more often than absolutely necessary while this code is displayed. Touching the SYSTEM CHECK-RESET pad after the freezer compartment temperature has returned to normal will erase the code.

This flashing code tells you to

check the automatic icemaker.

Ice clumps

in the storage bin may

have stalled the icemaker. Follow

corrective measures described on

page 21. If water supply to the icemaker is not connected or not turned on, make

icemaker switch is in the OFF position (see page 11). Code stops flashing when problem is corrected or SYSTEM CHECK-RESET pad

touched.

sure manuai

This flashing code tells you to

check temperature controls

adjust them if necessary. (See

directions on page 5.) Touch

SYSTEM CHECK-RESET pad to erase code. If code reappears after 4 hours. call for service.

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Signal Lights and

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Diagnostic Codes

What they mean, and what to dowhen they alert you, is summarized on this panel on the inside of the freezer compartment door.

Panei located on the inside of thetfreexr cotnpartme~lr door.

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Refreshment Center

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The Refreshment Center consists

of an Automatic Icemaker, an Ice

& WaterDispenser and a special RefreshmentCenterCompartment with its own door that becomes a counter when you open it.

Icemaker

. It replaces the ice you use. .. automatically.

Ice & Water Dispenser

● It dispenses ice cubes. crushed

ice and chilled water through the freezer compartment door.

Refreshment Center Compartment

● It makes frequently used items

stored on the fresh food door readily accessible through the Refreshment Center Compartment

door without having to open the main refrigerator door.

● It provides an extra counter-high

work surface with itsown light right at the refrigerator when the

Refreshment Center Compartment door is open. To open, Iifi compartment

down. Close door afler use.

Although durable, stain- and scratch-resistant. the work surface on theRefreshment Center counter should not be used as a cutting board. Shaqvutensils candamage it.

door handle and pull

To remove the Refreshment Center Ports-Bin, open the outer door to free the lip on the bin from the

overlapping door.

Cold air entering from the freezer

compartment

in the Refreshment Center Compartment at proper foodkeeping levels.

keeps the temperature

The Refreshment Center

Compartment is aiso accessible throu-gh a lift-up door on the inside of the fresh food compartment door-.

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Ice & Chilled Water

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Dispenser

Automatic Icemaker and Ice & Water Dispenser

Yourrefrigerator has an automatic icemaker and a custom dispenser that dispenses chilled water. ice cubes and crushed ice through the freezer compartment door. Here’s how they work.

Waterflows from the household supply through a

(1)dual solenoid valve to the (2) water reservoir and to the

(3) automatic icemaker as needed.

Wateris frozen inthe

(4)

cube mold and ejected into the

(5) storage bin where a motorpowered auger

forward into the dispensing unit.

WhenyoutouchtheCUBES padon

front offreezer compartment door. ice cubes will dispense through chute

in door when cradle is pressed.

When you touch the CRUSHED

pad, baffle in housing channels

cubes through the crusher and crushed ice falls through chute into glass when cradle is pressed.

Chilled water from reservoir flows through the

(6) tubing in the door and is

dispensed when the cradle is pressed.

light switch turns the night

(7) A light in the dispenser on or off when the LIGHT pad is touched.

moves cubes

Important Facts about YourIce & WaterDispenser

● Youricemaker will produce eight

cubes per cycle-approximately

120cubes in a 24-hour period— depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions.

● Intermittent dispensing of ice is

normal. If ice flow interruption is more than b~ef, ice clump(s) may be the causeand shouldbe removed following instmctions below and on page 13.

● Avoidoverfilling glasses with

ice and using narrow or extra-tall glasses. This canjam the chute or

cause the door inthe chute to freeze

shut. Periodically open the freezer

compartment door and look down

into the chute. If ice is blocking

the chute, poke it through with

a wooden spoon.

● Toheip keep bits of ice from

being sprayed beyond the glass,

place glass close to ice chute—

but not so close that it blocks

outcoming ice.

● Ice should not be dispensed into

thin glasses, fme china or delicate

crystal-they can crack or chip

from the combined pressure of your

hand pressing them against the

cradle and ice dropping into

the container.

● Ice should be dispensed before

filling glass with soda or other beverage mixes.

splashing which is annoying and which, if the splash reaches the ice and water selector switch,

cause it to stick or bind.

● Beverages and foods should not

be quick-chilled in the ice storage bin. Cans, bottles or food packages

in the storage bin may cause the icemaker to malfunction.

● Ice other than that produced

by your icemaker should not be added to the ice storage bin—it maynotcrushordispense

This will prevent

could

well.

Before Using Your Icemaker and Dispenser

If you use your refrigerator before

the water connection is made. raise the ice access door and make sure the icemaker feeler arm is in the OFF (up) position as shown below.

Ice access door

Icemaker

r arm

up)

When water supply has been connected to ice-maker. move feeler arm to ON (down) position.

Depress water dispenser cradle

for about two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill water reservoir automatically.

Ice cube mold automatically fills with water after cooling to freezing temperatures. First cubes normally

freeze after several hours. NOTE: With a newly-installed

refrigerator. allow about 24 hours for the freezer compartment to cool down to the proper ice-making temperature.

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Ice & Chilled WaterDispenser (continued)

Once YourIcemaker and

●

Dqenser Are in Operation

Throw awaythe first fewbatches of ice cubes (16or 24 cubes). This will flush away any impurities in the water line._Do-the ;ame thing after vacations or extended peri;ds when ice isn’tused.

Discard the first half dozen glassfuls of water in the kitchen sink. This will eliminate the

slight “plastic’” taste temporarily

imparted to the water by the water

reservoir.

Keep ice level to keep icemaker productive.

empty storage bin will pile

Cubes ejected into an

up close

. .

to the icemaker and push the feeler arm up to the OFF position prematurely when the bin isonly partially full. Open the ice access door, reach in, level the

hand and ice-making will resume. Keeping

cubes distributed evenly

cubes by

will allow the icemaker to produce enough ice

maximum capacity.

to fill the bin to its

ToDispense Ice and Water

● For ice, touch CUBES or

CRUSHED pad. For water, simply position glass beneath words

“CHILLED WATER.”

When Dispensing Ice...

Some crushed ice may be

dispensed even though you touched the CUBES pad.

happens occasionally vhen a few cubes inadvertently get diverted w the crusher.

This

Sometimes a mound of sno~v:vi!l form on the door in the ice chute.

Th!s coIldi[lon is ~(lrnlu~q~nd

usually occurs when )OUhave dispensed crushed ice repeatedly. The snow wiil eventually maporatc.

When Dispensing Water...

The water system provides approximate@ six successive 6-ounce glassfuls.

several hours must be allowed for the new water reser~’oir supplj {(;

cool. You probably will 1101Jraln

Ldlthe chilled water from rhc reservoir on a single occasi(m.

The first glass of water dispensed

may be warmer than the follmving ones. This is normal.

After this.

Caution:

Under certain rare circumstances, ice cubes may be discolored, usually appearing with a green-bluish

hue. The cause ofthis unusual discoloration is apparently due to a combination of factors

such ascertain characteristics of local waters, household plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts in an inactive water supply line which feeds the icemaker. Continued consumption of such discolored ice cubes may be injurious to health. If such discoloration is observed, discard the ice and contactyourGenemlElectric Factory Service Center or an authorized Customer Care@ servicer.

cubes

● Grip glass or other container

gently near rim and press rim

firmly against ice or water

dispenser cradle.

Caution:

Never put fingers or other objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.

Dispensed t~ater is chilled. not

iced. For colder \ratcr, SImpi> add crushed ice or cubes bcfhrc dispensing Wrtitcr.

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To Stop Dispensing

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Release pressure from cradle and withdraw slowly to catch last bits of ice or drops of water.

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Some slight dripping may occur following dispensing of crushed ice or chilled water. If excessive, the spill should be wiped dry

immediately. Do not pour water in spill shelf

because it is not seif-draining—

pour it in the kitchen sink. The shelf and its grille should be cleaned regularly according to

instructions on page 18.

If Ice Clumps Form in

Storage Bin...

The icemaker ejects cubes in

groups of eight. and it is normal for

several cubes to be joined together.

However,

can cause ice clumps to form in

the storage bin.

temporary malfunction of the dispenser mechanism.

If this happens:

infrequent usage of ice

resulting in

To RemoveIce Cube

Storage Bin...

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Lift the left corner to free the bin from the shelf, and pull the bin straight out while supporting it at front and back.

ToReplace Ice Cube

Storage Bin

Slide the bin back until the tab on the bin locks into the slot in the shelf.

Drwe

Mechanism

If bin does not go all the way back.

remove it and rotate the drive

mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push bin

back again until the tab on the bin

locks into the slot in the shelf.

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If Ice Is Not Used

Frequently...

Old ice cubes will become cloudy and taste stale. Empty ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water. Be sure to allow storage bin to cool before replacing it—otherwise ice cubes will stick to the metal auger.

Move Icemaker Feeler

Arm to OFF (up) Position When...

. Home water supply is to be

turned off for several hours.

o Ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time.

. Going away on vacation. at which time you should also turn off the valve in the water supply line to your refrigerator.

If This Is Your First Icemaker...

You’ll hear occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar. These are normal icemaking sounds and are

not cause for concern.

. Remove storage bin from freezer

compartment.

. Break up ice clumps with fingertip pressure and discard remaining clumps.

. Replace bin before remaining cubes melt and fuse together.

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Fwd Storage Suggestions

Suggested Storage Times*

quality dro~s

~ating

after time sh-own -

Fresh Meats

Roasts (Beef & Lamb) Roasts (Pork & Veal)

Steaks (Beef)

Chops (Lamb) Chops (Pork). 3t05 Ground & Stew Meats Variety Meats. Sausage (Pork).

Processed Meats

Bacon Frankfurters Ham (Whole) Ham (Half)

Ham (Slices) 3 Luncheon Meats 3t05 Sausage (Smoked) Sausage(Dry & Semi-Dry)

Cooked Meats

Cooked Meats and

Meat Dishes,

Gravy & Meat Broth lto2

Fresh Poultry

Chicken &Turkey (Whole) lto2 Chicken (Pieces) 1t02 Turkey (Pieces) Duck & Goose (Whole) 1 to 2 Giblets lto2

Cooked Poultry

Pieces (Covered with Broth) I to 2 Pieces (Not Covered) 3t04

Cooked Poultry Dishes Fried Chicken 3t04

(Otherthanformeats & poultry)

Most fruds and vegetables

Lean fish. 6-8 months Fatty fish, rolls and breads,

soups, stew, casseroles

Cakes. pies, sandwiches,

Ieft-overs (cooked), Ice cream (original carton) 1 month max

Newtechniquesare constantlybeing dweloped. Consultthe College or County Extension Service or your local Utilii Company forthe latestinformationonfreezingandstoringfoods.

●U.S. Depaflment of Agriculture

Meats, fish and poultry purchased

from the store vary in quality and age; consequently, safe storage time in your refrigerator will vary.

Tostore unfrozen meats, fish and poultry:

● Alwaysremove store wrappings.

● Rewrap in foil, film or wax paper

and refrigerate immediately.

REFR1::RATOR FRE!!ZER

nr mw

35° t?400F.

DAYS

3t05 3t05 3t05

3t05

lto2 lto2 lto2

7 7 7 3t05

7 14 to 21

3t04

lto2

3t04

MONTHS

Freezing

not recom-

mended,

9 6 6 3

6 1 4t06 4

FREEZER

8-12 months

2-3 months

(&.

6 to 12 4t08

tO 12

6 6t09 3t04 3t04 3t04 lto2

1 !’4

lto2 lto2 lto2

2t03 2t03

Tostore cheese, wrap well with

wax

paper or aluminum foil, or put

in a plastic bag.

● Carefidly wrap to expel air and

help prevent mold.

● Store pre-packaged cheese in its

own wrapping if you wish.

Tostore vegetables, use the

vegetable drawers—they’vebeen designed to preserve the natural moisture and freshness of produce.

● Covering vegetables with amoist

towel helps maintain crispness.

● As a fi.ntheraid to freshness,

pre-packaged vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping.

Note:Specialfieshfooa’ compamnent drawers (onmodels so equipped) make it unnecessary to wrap certain

foods which they’ve been designed

topreserve. These drawers are described onpage 15.

Tostore ice

ice cream, with high cream content, will normally require slightly lower temperatures than more “airy,” already-packaged brands with low cream content.

● It will be necessary to experiment to

determine the freezer compartment location and temperature control setting to keep your ice cream at the right serving temperature.

● The mr of the freezer compartment

is slightly colder than the front.

cream—Fine-quality

Tips on Freezing Foods

There are three essential requirements for efficient home freezing.

1. Initial quality. Freeze only

top-quality foods. Freezing retains quality and flavor; it cannot improve quality.

2. Speed. The quicker fruits and vegetables are frozen afier picking, the better the frozen product will be. You’llsavetime, too, with less culling and sorting to do.

3. Proper packaging.

wraps designed especially for freezing.

Use food

Tofreezemeat, fish and poultry,

wrap well in freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping material), forming it carefully to the shape of the contents. This expels air. Fold and crimp ends of the package to provide a good, lasting seal.

Don’t refreeze meat that has completely thawed; meat, whether raw or cooked, can be frozen successfully only once.

Limit freezing of fresh (unfrozen) meats or seafoods to 29 pounds at a time.

For Convenience...

● Store all like things together. This

not only saves time, but electricity—

because you can find foods faster. . Place the oldest items up front so

they can be used up promptly.

● Use the roomy Ports-Bins on

the door for most frequently used foods and beverages.

● Use the meat drawer for meats

you do not freeze.

To Save Money in Energy

and Food Costs

● Place most perishable items such

as milk. cream or cottage cheese in the coldest part of the refri,gerator— in a Ports-Bin on the door in line with one of the air ducts through which cold air from the freezer

enters the fresh food compartment.

● Cover moist foods with tight lids,

plastic film or foil.

● Leaf vegetables and fruits placed

in storage drawers will last longer stored in closed plastic containers

or wrapped in plastic film.

● Do not overload your fresh food

or freezer compartment with a lot of warm food at once.

● Open the doors the fewest times

possible to save electrical energy.

c When going out of town for

several days. leave as few perishables as possible in the refrigerator. Set the icemaker to the “OFF’” position and shut off water to the refrigerator.

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General Electric

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Food-SaverSystem

Moist ‘nIWeshDrawer

The full-width topdraweris designed to keep unwrapped foods fresh by retaining the natural moisture content of fwds such as:

● A~chO~s ● Cherri=

● Asparagus

● -, top~d ● cum

● BIU@es

ocam

● &&y ● ~~~

in any refrigerated storage area,

itisrecommended that odorous

● Com

● G~ns, l@ ● Spinach

● Lettuce

● Peas,green

Plums

. Radishes . Rhubarb

● Tomatoes,

ripe

fti be stored wrapped-foods

suchas:

Parsnips

● Broccoli

c Brussels

sprouts

● Cabbage

● Caumr

● G~n onions

● Turnips

Storage time will depend upon the type of food and its condition when placed in the drawer.

Excess water which may accumulate in the bottom of the Moist ‘n Fresh drawer should be poured out and the drawer wiped dry.

The Moist ‘n Fresh drawer is partially sealed by gaskets attached to the cover at the front and back edges. Always replace it in this cover and push the drawer all the

My in.

Cool ‘nFresh Drawer

The lower right drawer isdesigned to provide lower humidity storage

for items such as: .

Apples . Nectarines

● Apfio&

● Grapes ● Peaches

QMushrooms

● Oranges

● Pears

Convertible Meat

The Convertible Meat Pan drawer has its own cold air duct to allow a

stream of cold air from the freezer compartment to flow around the

drawer.

. Raspberries

● Summer

Squash

● Strawberries

● Tangerines

Keeper

Moist ‘n Fresh dmwer—

t~gMy—

c/ose

Convertible Meat Keeper —

The variable temperature controi regulatesthe airtlow

freezer compartment.

from the

Set control lever to MEAT–the coldest setting-to store fresh meats. If lever is left in meat position for:1 long period of time, some frost mtiy form on the inside of the drawer.

Set control lever to VEG to convert the drawer to normal refrigerator temperature and provide extra vegetable storage space.

duct is turned off.

Cold air

Variable settings between these extremes can be selected.

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Cool ‘nFresh

-drswer—

not fofce

tightlyclosed

Drawer Removal

Drawers will stop before coming all the way out of refrigerator to heip prevent contents from spilling onto

floor. Dmwers can easily be removed

by tilting up slightly and pulling

past “stop” location.

To removedrawers when the

fresh food compartment door

cannot be opened fully:

L Remove food from the shelf above the .Moist ‘n Fresh drawer and take out the shelf. Take food off of the glass cover and out of the drawer.

p’-

2. Remove the tlexible gasket at

[he rear of the Moist’n Fresh

Lift each end straight up until the

slots on the gasket are free of the

drawer support tabs.

drawer.

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S@~e Drawers(continued)

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3. Pull thedrawerpart-wayout. Reachin, pushthe rearof theglass

up and, at the same time. push it back until it clears the front corner retainers.

4. Tilt and remove the cover.

7. Slide the “Fruits& Vegetables””

drawer and cover to the left and

remove them.

After cleaning, replacein reverse

order. “Meats or Vegetables’qdrwer must be returned to the lower left position.

Quick Serve System

r’

Coi~king-scr\ iry-storage dishes \vith L&m Rse;-throu~h lids fit into a slide-out tray that. mgether with the shelfto which 1[attaches.

can be located mywhere in the

fresh fcx~dLYmpartme nt.

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5. Pull the Moist ‘n Fresh drawer out until it hits the

than the drawer supports, tiIt it. and take it out.

6 Pull the “Meats or Vegetables*’ drawer straight out. then lift its

cover and remove it.

door. lift it higher

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8. Reinstall the gasket at the reur {Jr

the “Moist ‘n Fresh”” drawer. Fit the end of the plastic drawer support into the slot on the gasket. with the rubber gasket tlap hi ng you. MAc sure the gasket snaps int~>plticc.

Sealed Snack I%ck

The Sealed Snack Pack–id

shelf to which it is attached—can be relocated within the Fresh FoLxl

compartment. The sealed drawer

retains high humidity for convenient storage of unw rapped meats and cheese. bacon. hors

spreads

and snacks.

d’oeuvres.

C.LMJTION:

Lids cannot }vithstand the heat

generated in comentional ovens.

Dishes and lids are not designed for rmge UW.Such use can be hazardous.

top cooking or broiler

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Shelf Positions

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How to Rearrange YourShelves

Shelves in the fresh food and

freezer compartments are adjustable, enabling you to make efficient shelf arrangements to fit your family’s

food storage needs.

Tempered Glass Shelves in

Fresh Food Compartment

To remove shelves: Tilt the shelf

up at front. then lift it up and out of the tracks on the rear w~ll of the

refrigerator.

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To relocate the wine rack:

Pull the wine rack straight out, position its lip over either edge of the shelf you want to suspend it from, and push it all the way in.

Ports-Bins on Fresh Food Compartment Door

Adjustable Ports-Bins can easily be

carried from the refrigerator to your

work area.

Snuggers hold smaller items

securely in the bin to help prevent tipping, spilling and sliding.

All except the top Ports-Bin in the

Refreshment Center Compartment (see page 10)can be relocated on the fresh food compartment door. The top bin is removable, but must

be returned to its original position

on the door.

To reposition shelves:

While pressing tabs on shelf supports on right wall, lift shelf out of grooves

in supports.

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2. Pull shelf

sideways until

shelf rods come out of holes on left wall.

3. Select desired ‘

shelf height and

insert shelf rods

into holes on left

If shelf

wall.

supports at

desired level on

right wall have

tabs, lower shelf ‘ ~ ‘

into grooves on support while

pressing tabs. Be sure shelf wire is

fully inserted into grooves.

If shelf supports at desired level

on right wall do not have tabs,

merely lower shelf into place on supports.

llAll

To relocate shelves: Select desired

— . . .

shelf height. With shelf front raised slightly, engage the top lugs in the tracks at the rear of the cabinet. Then lower the front of the shelf until it locks into position.

Removable Wine Rack

The wine rack is designed to hold

a bottle on its side and will fit on any shelf.

Snugger

Toremove: Lift Ports-Bin straight

up until mounting hooks disengage.

To replace or relocate: Seiect desired

Bin’s

the door, and push in. Ports-Bin

will lock in place.

shelf height, engage Porta-

hook in slots on the tracks of

Multi-Position Shelves in Freezer Compartment

Shelf supports at various levels in the freezer compartment let you

reposition the shelves from time to

time to better accommodate your

variable inventory of frozen foods.

Deep Door Shelves in Freezer Compartment

Detachable shelf extenders deepen

and enclose three fixed door shelves,

providing more storage room and ‘ greater storage flexibility.

To remove, lift the shelf extender

straight up until the mounting hooks

come out of the slots in the door.

To replace. line up the hooks with

the slots in the door and push in md down.

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Care and Cleaning

Cleaning-Outside

Refreshment center compartment

door-outside.

you use only Windex brand window

cleaner or a damp cloth to clean the glass and trim. Other glass cleaners may damage the trim. Avoid using waxon the refreshment center door.

Electronic monitor and diagnostic system panels.

the panels on the outside and inside of the freezer compartment door with a soft, clean cloth lightly

dampened with water. Do not use

cleaning sprays or large amounts of water—theliquid can run down and

damage the control mechanisms.

The water and ice dispenser spill shelf

immediately to prevent spotting. Water left on the shelf may leave deposits that you can remove by soaking in undiluted vinegar.

You can also use a paste of

non-precipitating water softener

as Calgon brand) and water.

(such

or one teaspoon of citric acid powder per pint of hot tap water. Soak until the deposit disappears or becomes loose enough to rinse away.Usually 30 minutes soaking time is adequate.

on the spill shelf and trim.

The door handles and trim can

be cleaned with acloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid dishwashing detergent and water.

Dry with a soft cloth. Don’tuse

wax on the door handles and trim.

Keep the finish clean.

a clean cloth lightly dampened

with kitchen appliance waxor mild

liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry

and polish with a clean. soft cloth.

Do not wipe the refrigerator with

a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet

towel. These may leavea residue

that can

scouring pads. powdered cleaners.

bleach or cleaners containing bleach

because these products can scratch

and weaken the paint finish.

Protectthe paint finish. The

erode the paint. Do not use

outside of the refrigerator has ti

high quality, baked-on paint

It’s important that

Clean

should be wiped dry

Avoid using wdx

Wipe with

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finish.

With proper care, it will stay new-

looking and rust-free for years.

Apply kitchen~appliance wax when the refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WR92X216) is available from GE Appliance Parts Marts.

Cleaning—Inside

Refreshmentcentercompartment door—inside.

away. Use one tablespoon of baking

soda in one quart of water to clean the inside door surface, refreshment center bin and inside access door.

Rinse, wipe dry.

Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments

at least once a year. Unpiug the

refrigerator before cleaning. If this

is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches. lights or controls.

Use warm water and baking soda solution—about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry.

Other parts of the refrigerator— including door gaskets. meat and vegetable drawers, ice storage bin and all plastic parts—can be cleaned the same way. Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners.

To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator. on the top shelf. Change the box every three months. An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors.

Do not wash any plastic parts

from your refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher.

Quick Serve bowls and covers

can be cleaned in an automatic dishwasher or by hand with liquid dishwashing detergent and water.

You can remove stains by soaking

(hem in a bleach-and-water

—

Wipe up spills right

should be cleaned

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solution—one part chlorine bleach to three parts water. (Stubborn stains may require two or more

hours of soaking.) Use a plastic

scouring pad to remove burned-on soil. Do not use cleansing powders

or other abrasive cleaners.

Drain opening in freezer compartment.

cleaning, remove bottom freezer basket and flush a solution of baking soda—one teaspoon and two cups of hot (not boiling) water— through the drain line with the help of a meat baster. This will help eliminate odor and reduce the likelihood of a clogged drain line.

If drain becomes clogged, use a meat baster and I , ‘--baking-soda-and- water solution to force the clog through the drain line. Continue flushing until line is clear, then empty and replace the defrost water pan immediately.

During yearly

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Behind Refrigerator

Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged. particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces. PuH the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in. ,Moving your refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to your floor covering or refrigerator,

Condenser

For most efficient operation, remove the base grille (see page 4) and either sweep away or vacuum up dust that is

readily accessible. —-~~1 ---- . This easy cleaning - 1’ .-> operation should be ~

dq done at least ~_%’-” ‘:’ once a year.

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Defrost WaterI%

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Pan behind base grille should be cleaned at least once a year. When reinstalling pan, firmly push it ALL THE WAYIN until it stops.

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Defrost water pan

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LightBulb Replacement

In Fresh Food Compartment

1. Unplug refrigerator.

2. Thm numbered temperature control to OFF and pull off knob.

~Grooved

fl#iaih-

In FreezerCompartment

1. Unplug refrigerator.

2. Remove-shelfjustbelow light shield. (Shelf will beeasierto removeif itis emptiedfirst.)

3. Pull plastic light shield toward

you. (It will bend to free tabs from grooves.)

After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall shield and shelf and plug refrigerator back in.

In Refreshment Center

1. Unplug refrigerator.

2. Open fresh food compartment

door, removetop Rxta-Bin and raise Refreshment Center inner door.

tablespoon of soda to one quart of

water. Wipe dry.

leave open box of soda in refrigerator. Leave doors open.

To prevent odors.

For shorter vacations, remove perishable

at regular settings. However, if room temperature is expected to drop below 60”F., follow same

instructions as for extended vacations.

foods and leave controls

Move icemaker feeler arm to OFF

(up) position and be sure to shut off water supply to the refrigerator.

When YouMove

Disconnect power cord from wall outlet, remove all food and clean and dry the interior.

Secure all loose items such as

grille, shelves and storage pans by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.

Be sure refrigerator stays in

posi?ion only

and in van. Refrigerator must be secured in van to prevent movement. Protect outside of refrigerator with blanket.

during actual moving

upright

3. Pull bottom of light panel down about 1/4“-just enough todisengage lip at rear from grooves in retainers on rear wall.

4. Lift panel to disengage top from pins on sidewalls; remove panel.

After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall panel (hang top on

pins; pull bottomdown, push it backandreleaseitto let lip engage groovesin retainers).Replace temperaturecontrolknobin OFF position, turnitto previoussetting,

andplug refrigeratorbackin.

3. Press sides of flexible light

shield to release locking tabs and allow the shield to swing down.

4. Unscrew burned-out bulb and replace it with night-light bulb of same wattage.

5. Place rear tab of light shield into door and rotate shield

lock into slots above.

up until tabs

6. Plug refrigerator back in.

When YouGoon Vacation

Forextended vacations or absences,

refrigerator, turn the numbered control to OFF, clean interior with baking soda solution of one

shut off power to

Water Filter Accessorv

The perfect companion to your automatic icemaker— a water filter

Your ice cubes can only be as fresh-tasting as the water that produces them. That’s why it’s a good idea to purify your water with a water filter.

Its activated charcoal removes musty, stale odors and unpleasant medicinal, metallic tastes. A porous fiber

cartridge catches dirt, rust particles, sand and silt while special crystals reduce deposits of hard scale.

The water filter is an option at extra cost and is available from your GE dealer. Specify WR97X214. It has complete installation instructions

and installs in minutes on 1/4” O.D. copper water line.

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RapidElectrical Diagnosis

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Questions?

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PROBLEM

NO PANEL T13UCH PADRESPONSE

REFRIGERAlOR

DOES N(YI’ OPERATE

MOIUR OPERATES FOR LONG PERIODS

Use This Problem Solver

Your refrigerator is wired for accurate electrical diagnosis in your home—takes only minutes for a service technician to check itsentire electrical system. No need for the technician to unplug, move or unload the refrigerator to make the diagnosis.

POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY

● If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.

● If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lamp or a small

appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or

burned out i%se.

● May be in defrost cyclewhen motor does not operate for about 30 minutes.

● Temperature control in OFF position.

● If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.

● If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lamp or a small

appliance into the same outlet to determine

if there is a tripped circuit breaker or

burned out fuse.

● Modem refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer compartment

require more operating time.

● Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home—usually requires 24 hours

to completely cool down.

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M~R STARTS& STOPS FREQUENTLY

VIBRATION OR RATTLING

H(YI’AIR FROM B(YI’’I0MOF REFRIGERATOR

DOOR N~ CLOSING PROPERLY

● Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen.

● Hot weather—frequent door openings.

● Door left open.

c Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use of TEMPERATURE CONTROLS on page 5.

● Grille and condenser need cleaning. Referto page 18.

● Check ENERGY-SAVINGTIPS on page 2.

● Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain eventemperatures.

● If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor and front

roller screws or front leveling legs need adjusting or floor is weak or uneven. Refer to ROLLERS on page4.

● If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal.

● Defrost water pan rattling, needs to be positioned properly.

● 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 will discolor at these normal and safe operating temperatures.

consulted

● Door gasket on hinge side sticking or folding over. To correct. put a small amount of

if you object to this discoloration.

Your floor covering supplier should be

petroleum jelly on faceof gasket.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY

OPERATING SOUNDS

FRESH FOOD

ORFREEZER

COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE ’100 WARM

● The high speed compressor motor required to maintain near zero temperatures in the

large freezer compartment may produce higher sound levels than your old refrigerator.

● Normal fhn air fluw-one fhnblows cold air through the rdkigerator and freezer

compartments, another fimcools the compressor motor.

. ~ese NORMAL sounds w~ also be h~d from tie to time:

● D-t tier swi~h clic~ ~ d&stc

● Defrost water dripping into drain pan.

cTemperature control clicks ON or OFF. . Refrigerant boiling or gurgling=

● Crackingor poppingof cooling coils causedby expansion andcontractionduring

defkostandretigeration followingdefrost.

● Wlti au~matic i=~r, tie soundof cu~s dropping into the bin and water

running in pipes as icernakerrefills.

● Temperaturecontrolnot setcold enough. RefertoTEMPERATURECONTROLS

on page5.

● Wiumweather-fkequent dooropenings.

● Doorleftopenfortoo longtime.

● Packagemaybeholding dooropen.

FOODS DRYOUT FROSTORICE

CRYSTALS ON

FROZENFOOD

SLOWICECUBE FREEZING

ICE CUBES HAVE ODOR/TASTE

AU’IX3MA~C ICEMAKER

DOES NCYI’WORK

● Foods notcovered, wrappedorsealedproperly.

● ~r q tie &n left aj~ or pac@e holding door open.

● Tw frequentandtoo long dooropenings.

● Frostwithin packageis normal.

● Door mayhavebeen left ajar.

● Turnte~~tu~ of ~~r comp~ent colder.

● Old cubes need to be discarded.

● Ice storage bin needs to be emptied or washed.

● Unsealed packages in refrigeramr and/or freezer compartments may be transmitting

odorhaste to ice cubes.

● Interior of refige~tor n-s cl~ng—refer to page 18.

● Poor-tastingincomingwater.Install Quadra Kleen water filter-seepage 19.

. Icemaker f~ler arm in OFF (up) position.

● Watersupply turned off or not connected.

c Freezer compartment too warm.

● Cubes too small-water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to home water line may

be clogged.

● Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to shut off prematurely. With

icemalcerfeeler arm in OFF (up) position, level cubes in bin by hand.

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The Problem Solver (continued)

PROBLEM

CUBE DISPENSER DOES N~ WORK

WATERHAS POOR TASTE/ODOR

WATERIN FIRST GLASS IS WARM

WATERDISPENSER DOES N~ WORK

DIVIDER BETWEEN FRESH FOOD AND FREEZER COMPARTMENT FEELS WARM

MOISTURE FORMS ON OUTSIDE OF REFRIGERATOR

POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY

● No ice cubes. Remove storage container. If cubes are frozen to wire arm, remove

cubes.

● No ice cubes. Icemaker turned offor water supply turned off.

● Irregular ice clumps in storage container. Breakup as many as you can with fingertip ‘

pressure and discard the remaining clumps.

● Ifwaterdispenser has not been used for an extended period, dispense water in regular

manner until all water in reservoir is replenished with fresh water.

● Poor-tasting incoming water. Install water filter-seepage 19.

● Allowabout 24 hours forwater to cool toproper temperature after refrigerator is

first installed.

● Ifwater dispenser has notbeen used for extended period, water in first glass will not

be as cool asin succeeding glasses.

● Ifwater reservoir hasbeen drained, allow severalhours for replenished supp~yto chill. ~

● Watersupplyline turned offor not connected.

● Supply line maybe clogged with sediment,

● Norma.1warmth is created by automatic energy saversystem circulating warm liquid

around front edge of freezer compartment to help preventcondensation on outside of refrigerator in hot, humid weather.

● Notunusual during period of high humidity.

MOISTURE COLLECTS INSIDE

WATERON FLOOR REFRIGERAX)R

HAS ODOR

INTERIOR LIGHT

DOES N~ LIGHT

● TN frequent and too long door openings.

● Inhumid weather air Camiesmoisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.

● Defrost water pan fill, missing or not in position.

● Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.

● Check for spoiled food.

● Interior needs cleaning. Referto page 18.

● Defrost water pan needs cleaning.

● Keep o~n box ofb~ng soda inrefrigerator: replace every three months.

● NO power at outlet.

● Light bulb needs replacing. See page 19.

If you need more help.. call, tollfree: The GE Answer Cente#

800.6242000

Press SWAP to switch the small picture with the big picture.

Swap the big picture with the little picture

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If YouNeed Service

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Toobtain service, see your warranty on the back page of this book.

We’reproud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three

steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details-including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations General Electric Appliance Park Louisville, Kentucky 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606

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Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace

any part of the refrigerator that

fails because of a manufacturing defect.

YOUR GE REFRIGERATOR

WARRANTY

FULL FIVE#EAR WARRANTY

For five years from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor your home to repair or replace any

part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor,

condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) that fails because of a manufacturing defect.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

For the life of the refrigerator, we will replace, free of charge, any tinted

see-through pan or drawer made from Lexan@ polycarbonate resin

and furnished with the refrigerator if the pan or drawer breaks during normal household use. Drawer covers are not included. The drawers can be exchanged at a General Electric Appliance Parts Mart, Factory Service Center, or by writing to the address below.

This warranty is extended to

the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the

warranty is the same except that it is

LIMITED because you must pay to

ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care R

servicers during normal working

hours.

● Service trips to your home to

teach you how to use the product,

Read your Use and Care material.

If you then have any questions about operating the product. please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:

The GE Answer Cente@’

800.626.2000 consumer information service

● Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities.

Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE, GENERAL ELECTRICHOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CAREa SERVICE.

● Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers,

● Failure of the product if it is used

for other than Its intended purpose or used commercially.

● Oamage to product caused

by accident, fire, floods or acts of God,

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequenhal damages, so the above Iimltatlon or exclusion

may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state [o state.

To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General

Part No. 468347P03

No. 49-6569

Pub.

1-88

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225

GENERAL

ELECTRIC

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