GE PSW26RSWCSS, PSW26RSWASS, PSW26PSWCSS, PSW26PSWASS, PSW26MSWASS Owner’s Manual

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

Operating Instructions

Automadc Icemaker ........... ] 4

Care and Cleaning .......... 16, 17

ClimateKeeper2 ''_ . .............. 6

Crispers and Pans ............. 13

CustomCoo] _'_................ 7, 8

Ice and _4'ater Dispenser ..... 15-16

Q uickFreeze r" . ................ 9

Quick Ice .................... 15

Refligerator Doors ............ 12

Replacing the Light Bulbs ....... 18

Shelves and Bins ........... 10, 11

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

TurboCool r" . .................. 6

_'ater Filter . .................. 9

Installation Instructions

Installing the Refrigerator . . . .28-31

Moving the Refligerator . .... 24-27

Preparing to Install

the Reflig_ramr . .............. 23

Trim Kits and Panels ........ 19-22

V(ater Line Installation ...... 32-34

Models23,25and26

Profile C6te fi C6te

R(Sfrig(Srateurs

La sectionfran_aise commenceala page 46

Profile Lado a Lado

Refrigeradores

La seccionen espa#ol empiezaen la pag&a 88

Troubleshooting Tips ....... 36-38

Normal Operating Sounds ...... 35

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

Performance Data Sheet ........ 41

Product Regisuafion ........ 43, 44

¼'arranty (Canadian) ........... 39

VVarranty (U.S.) ............... 40

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Find these numl)ers on a label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the
top on the right side.

200DSO74POI 7 49-60494 12-06JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

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WARNING!

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

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

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

This refrigerator must be properl,_ installed
and located in accordance with the lnstnllation

hlstrucfions before it is used.

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

damage the refi_igerator and seriously iqj tli'e
themselves.

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

mm stick to these extremeE cold stwfhces.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\:q)(ns and liquids in the vicini F oI this or any
other appliance.

In refiigerato_ with automatic icemake_,

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

locamd on the bottom _ff the icemake_: Do not
place finge_ or hands on the automatic

icemaking mechanism while the reii_igerator
is plugged in.

Keep finge_s out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_s and between

the doo_s and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careful closing doms when children are

in the area.

Unplug the refl'igerator before cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE'.We stronglyrecommendthat anyservicing be
performedby a qualified individual

Non-LCD models: Setting either or both controls to
0 (off) does not remove power to the light circuit.

LCDmodels:Turning the cooling systeln off does

not remove power to the light circuit.
Do not refl'eeze fl'ozen fi_ods which have

thawed completely.

_Mwa)_s clean the CustomCooF_Tray after thawing

food.

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DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

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Child entrapment and suffocation are not i)rol)lems
of the past, Junked or abandoned refl_igeratm_ are

still dangerous.. ,even if they will sit for "just a few
days." If you are getting rid of yore" old refrigerator;

please follow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents,

Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator

Refrigerants

M1 refl_igeration prodtu'ts contnin refl'igerants,
which trader federal law must be removed prior
to product disposal. If wm are getting rid of an

old refrigeration product, check with the
company handling the disposal about what

1o do.

or Freezer:

Take off the dome.

I,eave the shelxes in place so that children max
not easilx climb inside.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

However; ifxou must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a Ui,-listed (in the United
States) or a (;SA-listed (in Canada), B-wire grotmding type appliance extension cord haxing a grotmding

type i)lug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimmn) and 12(1 xolts.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

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HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For

personal safe_ this appflance must be properly grounded.

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The power cord of this appliance is equipped

with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet

to minimize the possibili_' _ff electric shock hazard
from this appliance.

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

properly grounded.

If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it is your
personal responsibilib, and obligation to have it

replaced with a propedy grounded %prong wall
outlet.

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

This provides the best pet_imnance and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire hazard from oxerheated wires.

Never unI )lu,*_,vour refl_igerator, bx, i)tilling, on the
power cord. Mways grip plug firefly and pull straight

out fl'om the outlet.

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

use a cord that sho_vs cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.

\_]_en moving the refi_igerator away from the
wall, be carefld not to roll over or damage the
power cord.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMAtiONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, gecom

Not aft features are on all models. Yourcontrols will look like one of the following:

LCDmodels

NOTE:Therefrigeratorisshippedwithprotectivefilmcoveringthetemperaturecontrols,ff thisfilmwasnot
removedduringinstallation,removeitnow,

Thetemperaturecontrolsarepresetinthefactoryat37_F(3°¢)forthe

refrigeratorcompartmentand0_ (-18°C)forthefreezercompartment
Allow24hoursforthetemperaturetostabilizetothepreset
recommendedsettings,

Refrigeratortemperaturescanbeadjustedbetween34°Fand44°F
(I°Cto 7°C),andthefreezertemperaturescanbeadjustedbetween

-6°Fand+6°F(-21°Cto -14°C).

Tochange the Refrigerator temperature:

LCDModels:
Access By: Horn e > RefiJgerator

Activate By: Using tile arrows to select tile desired
temperature. _4_u must press ENTERto set the new

temperature.

Tochange the Freezer temperature:

Access By: Home > Freezer
Activate By: Using tile arrows to select tile desired

temperature. You must press ENTER to set the new
teml)erature.

Once the desired temperature has been set, the display will
return to the NOMEscreen and show the set temperatures

tmderneath the actual temperature display for several
seconds. Several a(!iusnnents may be required. Each time

you a(!iust the controls, allow 24 ho/u_ fin" the refligerator

to reach tile temperature you have set.

Non-LCD Models:

To change the temperature, press and release the WARMER
or COLDERpad. The SETlight will come on and the display

will show tile set teml)erature. To change tile temperature,

tap either tile WARMER or COLDERpad until tile desired
temperature is displayed.

Once the desired temperature has been set, the
temperature display will return to tile actual refiigerator

and fl'eezer temperatures after 5 seconds. Several
ac!justnlents may be required. Each time you a(!just tile

controls, allow 24 houi_ tor tile reliigerator to reach tile
temperature you have set.

Thetemperature controlscan displayboth the SKl'temperature as weft

astheactual temperaturein the refrigerator andfreezer Theactual
temperaturemay varyslightly fromthe SETtemperature basedon

usageand operatingenvironment

Turningthe cooling system off."

LCDmodels:Turningthe coolingsystem OFFstops coolingin boththe

freezer andrefrigerator compartments,but doesnot shut off electrical
power to the refrigerator

Non-LCDmodels:Setlng eitheror both controlsto OFFstopscoolingin
both thefreezerandrefrigerator compartments,but doesnot shut off

electrical power to the refrigerator

LCDModels:
Access By:Home > Options > lnfimnation and Settings >

Cooling System Ott
To ttlrn tile cooling s}:steln back on, press tile to/ich screen

and press the ON button.

Activate By:Pressing ENTER.
Non-LCD Models:

%q) tile WARMER pad fin" either tile refl_gerator or tile
fl'eezer tmtil the display shows OFF. To turn the unit hack on,

press tile COLDERpad fin" either tile refl_igerator or fl'eeze_:
The SETlight will ilhmfinate on the side you selected. Then
press tile COLDERpad again (on tile side 'where tile SET

light is ilhmfinated) and it will go to the preset points of O°F

(-18°C) for the ti'eezer and 37°F (3°C) fin" the retiigerator.

When tile unit is turned back on, it will take up to 24 ho/u_

to stabilize.

PerformanceAir FlowSystem

Tile Perfommnce M>How System is designed to maximize
temperature control in tile reli_igerator and ti'eezer

compartments. This unique spedal feature consists _ff tile

Mr Tower along the back wall of the refligerator and the
Mr Ttmnel on tile bottom portion of tile fl'eezer rear wall.

Placing food in fl'ont of tile lou\'e_s on these components

will not alti_ct perfinmance. Mthough tile Mr Tower and

the Air Tunnel can be removed, doing so will attect
temperature i)e_ommnce. (F)n" remo\_fl instructions,
on-line, 24 horus a da> contact us at ge.com or call

800.GE.CM),ES. In Canada, contact us at geappliances.<_
or call 1.800.361.3400.)

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How to Use
LCDModels:

TurboCool

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large amount of filed to the refrigerator

coinpartment, putting away fi)ods afier they
have been sitting out at room teml)erature

or when putting away waim leflovei_. It can

also be used if the refl_igerator has been
without power for an extended period.

Once actiwKed, the comi)ressor will turn on

immediately and the tiros will cycle on and

off at high speed as needed fiw eight houi_.

The colnl)ressor will COlKinue to rull until

the reflJgerator con_l)artmelK cools to

ai)proxinmtely 34°F (l °C), then it will cycle

on aim off to nminmiI_ this setting. _MteI"
8 houI_, or if TurboCool is pressed again,

the refrigerator con_i)artn/ent will remm
to the original setting.

Access By: Home > Options > Reli_gerator
Options > TurboCool

Activate By:Pressing ON.
Deactivate By: Pressing OFF.

Non-LCD Models:

Press TurboCool.The reti_igerator
temperature display will show TO.

_MteI" TurboCoolis coml)lete , the i'eflJgelwtor

colnl)artmelK will returll to the original
setting.

NOTES:

Therefn)erator temperaturecannotbe changed

during TurboCool.

Thefreezertemperature_snot affected during

TurboCool.

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AboutClimateKeeper2J

How it Works

The ClimateKeeper2 TM is the industlT'S most
ad;'anced reflJgemtion systeln, delivelJng

oI)tilmun teml)erature and humidity

i)ei_i)mmi_ce to kee I) food garden fresh
hmger aim reduce ti'eezer burn, while

nmilmfilfing E smlqevel efficiency.
The ClimateKeeper2svsmm fi_attu'es

two e\'aporators_me for the reli_gerator
and one for the fl'eezei:

This provides two separate cooling s)'stenls,
and separates the all{low between the fi'esh
food and ti'eezei" conll)artments duling

noIII/al cooling ol)ei':ltions.'::

This ensures that the humidilv levels in the
fi'esh food coml)artment are significantly

higher than in a conventional system,'::'::

alh_wing fl'esh I)roduce and other tmsealed
foods to retain their moisture content and

freshness longei: Moisture sensitive t0ods
such as ti'esh ti'tlit, salads, lice, etc., can now

be stored on open shelves without excessive

Whenopening therefngeratordoordunhg
TurboCool,the fans will contl))ueto run if they

havecycled on.

inoisture loss. Due to the higher humidil_'
in the reflJgerator, )_)tl may on occasion

experience fog or small alllOtlnts of
moisture in the reti{gerator coinparm_ent.
This is nomml and may come and go as

different food loads and environmental
conditions change. _,Vil)e (liT with a paper

towel if desired.

The separate all{lOW system minin/izes
the mixing of air between the two

coml)artnlents , which reduces fl'esh food
odor transfer to iml)rove the taste of ice.

The ClimateKeeper2sysmm also reduces
the immber of defl'osting cycles in the

freezer evaporatoi; thereby redudng
fl'eezer burlL

_Freezerak /sused_htheCustomCoolfeature.

_Testing shows a h/gherlevelof humidityin

the FreshFoodsection inClimateKeeper2
refrigeratorsversusconvenflona/units.

AboutCustomCool:M(onsome models)

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How it Works

Tile CustomCoolT"feature is used m quickly
chill items, thaw items or hold the pan at a
specific temperature. This teatm'e is a

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themfismr and a heate_:

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The pan is tightly sealed to prevent
teInperature fluctuations in the rest oI the
refi_igeratol; The controls for this pan are
located at file top of the refl'igerator with
the temperature controls, or on the
dispenser with the teInl)el'atUl'e controls.

ForNon-LCDModels:

Tap that teamre% pad until no
options are selected and the display

is oil

ExpressThaw" Non-LCDModels:

Select the ExpressThaw'L ExpressChill_
or SelectTemff" pad. The display and

SEYlight will come on. Tap the pad
until the light appem_ next to the
desired setting.

Use the following chart to detemdne
the best setting to use.

On some models, ExpressChill has

ExpressChill"

onD one 45 minute setting.

To stop a feature beiore it is finished:

ForLCDModels:

Go hlto that feature's menu and press
the OFFbutton.

How to Remove and Replace the Drawer

TOremove: _ I,ork all tour swing locks by rotating

Pull the drawer out to the stop position, them to file lock position.

@ Rotate all Ibm" swing locks to the unlock

p_siti_ m.

During ExpressThaw and
ExpressChill, the display on the

controls will count down the time

ill the cvrle (on some models).

.Mter the ExpressThawcycle is

complete, the pan will reset to the
MEATsetting (32°F [0°C]) to help

presel_'e thawed items until they are

used.

The displayed actual temperature cff

the CustomCoo/pan may \'a D' slightly

fl'om the SETteml;erature based on

usage and operating environment.

NOTE."Forfoodsafetyreasons,it isrecommended

thatfoodsbewrappedinplasticwrapwhenusing
ExpressThawThiswi//helpcontainmeatjuices
and:reprovethawingperformance.

I,ifl the front of the drawer up and out.

Toreplace:

Make stay all four swing locks ;uv in the

unlock position.

Place file sides of the drawer into the

drawer SUl)ports, making stuv the swing

locks fit on the drawer slots.

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CustomCool TM Chart

NOTE: Results may vary depending on packaging, starting temperature and other food traits.

0.5 Lb. (4 hours)

Hmnbmger Patties (0.5 lb)
h_dividually X,Vrapped

1 Beverage Can (l 2 oz)
2 Small.luice Boxes (6-8 oz each)

Filet Mignon (0.5 lb)

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_: Chicken Breasts (l.0 lb)

Grotmd Beef (1.0 lb)
Steak (1.0 lb)

Chicken Breasts (2.0 lbs)

1.0 Lb. (6 hours)

2.0 Lbs. (10 hours)

2 to 6 Beverage Cans (l 2 oz each)
2 Plastic 20 oz Bottles of Beverage

4 to 6 Small Juice Boxes
(6-8 oz each)

3 Foil Juice Packets
Wine (750 ml bottle)

Grotmd Beef (2.0 lbs)
Steak (2.0 lbs)

3.0 Lbs. (12 hours)

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Chicken Breasts (3.0 lbs)

_ 2 IJter of Beverage

1/2 Gallon of Juice
Gelatin-1 package

15 Minutes

30 Minutes

45 Minutes

_ Grotmd Beef (3.0 lbs)

Steak (3.0 lbs)

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Some CnstomCool models featm'e a bexerage

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center: It is designed to store bexerages at
colder temperatm'es. Select this featm'e if
you like to kee I) extra-chilled refl'eshments

on hand.

LCDModels:

Access by: Home > Options > Refi_gerator

Options > Beverage Center

Activate by: Pressing ON.

Deactivate by: Pressing OFF.

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Oranges, I,emons, limes,
Pineal)pie, CantalouI)e

Beans, Cucumbe_, Tomatoes,
Peppe_, Eggplant, Squash

Produce Setting (35°F [2°C1)

Strawberries, Raspberries, Kiwifl'uit,
Pears, Cherries, Blackberries,

Grapes, Plums, Nectarines, Apples
_sparagus, Broccoli, Corn,

Mushrooms, Spinach, Cauliflower;
t¢de, Green Onion, Beets, Onions

Meat Setting (32°F [0°C])

Raw Meat, Fish and Poult_w

Non-LCD Models:

O Select the Beverage Centerpad. The set

light will come on and the feature will

operate as required.

_To turn ()ff the featm'e, press Beverage

Center pad and set light will turn off.

NOTE: Unlessturned off asabove,featurewi//
remainactiveforsix months.Pressthe Beverage

Centerpad to restart.

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How to Remove and Replace the Beverage Center

Toremove: _ Replace dairy bin.

O Relnove dairy bin fi_t. Holding the

bottom of the (lai D' bin, lift the fl'ont

straight up, then lift up and out.

Holding left and fight side of beverage

ceutel, lift straight up and out.

O l,eave adapter in place.

Toreplace:

0 Engage backside of beverage center in

molded sttpports on adal)te_: Then

push down on the sides of the beverage
center: The beverage center will lock

into place.

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The OuickFreeze plate is emilyto be
Llsed with the OuickFreeze f#atm'e.

Use OuickFreeze to .Pfeezeitems fi_ster

to em/ham/cefood preser',ation.

How to Use

Place toed (_q_ped ira/plastic _mp) on

Plate

auickFreeze plate. Tin3/ the featm'e am/via

the [;(]D controls.

Aboutthe water filter.

WaterFilterCartridge

The _ter filter cartridge is located in the
back ul)per ngbt corner of the retiigerator

col/It)aT[11 ten t,

When to Replace the Filter

LCDModels:

A l)op-ut ) screen will appear on file I,CD scx_en

to x_mind you to replace fl_e _ter filter. "_i)ucan
check file stares of the _ter filter mam/alh.

AccessBy:Home > Options > Dist)enser Ot)tions
> P,eset _Ahter Filter

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Place the roe of the carthage up

insidethecartridgeholderand
slowlyturnit totheright.

Filter
Bypass.tp4.._Jl

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SmartWater

Non-LCDModels:

There is a x_placement indicator light tar the
_Jter filter cartridge on the disl)enser This light

will tm'n enrage to tell mu that you need to

x_place the filter soon."

The filter cartridge should be replaced \_ben file
x_placement indicator light uwns md or if the
flo_ of _imr to the disl)enser or icemaker

decreases.

RemovingtheFilterCartridge

It you are x_plaeing the cartridge, first rerrlo_.e
the okl one b} slo\@ turning it to the left. Do eat
tmll claim on the cartridge. A small amotmt of
water ma} (hip (to_/.

InstallingtheFilterCartridge

There is an adapter attached to the top of

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the new filter cartridge.
The adapter l//llgt be remoxed before

installing the cartridge. To remoxe the
adapte_; tm'n it to the left about l/4 turn.

Fill the rel)lacement cartridge with "_ater

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ti'om the tap to allow tar better flow ti'om

the dispenser immediately after installation.
i,ine up the arrow on the ca_lHdge and the

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cartridge hokler. Place the top of the new

cartridge up inside the holder: Doeat push
it up into the hokle_;

LCD Models:
Access By: Home > ()l:)tiom/s > Freezer

()l:)tiom/s > Q_fickFreeze

Activate By: Usi,/g the a_'_'()_rstO select the

Deactivate BT: Pressi m/g OFF.
NOTE:While the OuickDeeze featm'e is

em/al)]ed, the actual f_'eezer teml)eratm'e may

drop as low as -3°F (-19°C). This is m/om/aL

O Slowly turn it to the right until the filter

cartridge stops. D0 NorOVERrIOHTEN.X_

you turn the cartridge, it _qll automatically
raise itself into position. The cartridge _ili

rotate about l/2 turn.

O Rm_water ti'om the disl)enser fiir 5 mimaes

to clear.... the system,,and [)re_ent "Is)tatelJng.

(_ LCDModels:

PressFILTERREPLACEDbutton

to eonfirrri replaeerrlent.

Non-LCDModels:
Pressand hokl the RESETFILTERpad

(on sorTie rriodels) on the dispenser for

3 seconds.

NOTE:Anewlyinstalledwaterfiltercartridgemaycause

water tospurtfrdn thed/spensa

FilterBypassPlug

Y)u must use the filter bypass plug \d_en a

_placement filter cartridge is not av_filable.
Tile dispenser and the icerrlaker will not operate

without the filmr or filter bypass t)lug.

ReplacementFilters:

ToorderadditionalfiltercartridgesintheUnited
States,visitourWebs#e,ge.com,orcallGEParts

andAccessories,800.626.2002.

MSWF
Suggested Retail $36.95-$41.95 USD

Custol;qel_ in Canada should consult
the yellow })ages for the nearest Mabe Selaice

Center.

Abouttheshelvesandbins.

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Not all features are on all models.

Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins

Bins TopFreezer Bins

freezer tilt-out door bins are ac!justable.

Toremove: I.ifl the ti'ont of the bin straight

up, then lift up and out.

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Refrigerator bin

Freezer tilt-out bin

To replace or relecate: Engage the back side

of the bin in the molded supports on the

doo_: Then push down on the fl'ont of the
bin. Bin will lock in place,

Thesnugger helps prevent tipping, spilling

or sliding of small items stored on the door

shell Place a finger on either side (ff the
snugger near the rear and move it back

and fi)rth to fit your needs,

DonotblockThe larger reti-igerator door bins and

Topfreezerbfl_

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piecingitemsinthe

topbin.Makesure
thatitemsdonot

blockor furlinto

theicechute.

CAUTION:

Partmustbein
pieceasshown

forproperice
dispensing.Food
cannotbestored
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Presstabandpull shelfforward
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Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf

The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you
to reach items stored behind othe_s. The

special edges are designed to help pre'.ent

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spills ti'om d_ipping to lower shelxes.

Toremove:

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

shelf straight out.

OuickSpace TM Sheff

This shelf splits in half and slides under
itself tot storage at tall items on the shelf

below.

Topfreezer bin (on some models)

Toreplace or relocate:

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

reposifioned when the door is at 90 ° or
more. To reposition the shelf, slide the shelf

past the stops and angle downward. Slide
sheff down to the desired position, line up

with the supports and slide into place.

Make sure you push the shelves all the way back
in before you close the door

On some models, this shelf cannot be used
in the lowest position,

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This shelf can be removed and replaced

or relocamdj ust like Slide-Out Spillproof
Shelves.

Not all features are on all models,

Freezer Baskets

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To remove, push the basket all the way to the

back of the fl'eeze_: iJfi up until the back
pins are disengaged, i,ifl the entire basket

up and pull out.

Slide-Out Freezer Shelves

To remove, slide out to the stop [)osidom/,

]if: the from/t past the stop i)ositiom/ mid
slide olaf.

Fixed Freezer Shelves

There are two types of fixed

fl'eezer shelves.

To remove this type of shelf."

I,ifl the shelf up at the left side.

Bring the shelf out.

Makesureyoupushthebasketsall the wayback
in beforeyouclosethedoo_

Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback

in beforeyouclosethedoo_

NOTEFORDISPENSERMODELS:Inordertotake

fulladvantageofthetilt-outicebin,onlystoreitems

ontheshelfbebw theicebInthatarenotallerthan

the/owestpoIntonthebIn.

To remove this type of shelf"

i,ifl (lI) the left side of the shelf and
slide it left into the center of the shelf

supports.

Rotate the fight side ol the shel) up
and out ()i the shel) supports.

Door Wine/Beverage Rack (onsomemodels)

This rack holds up to 5 cans, one botde oI To replace:

_ine or one 2-liter bottle (if soda. O Reatta(h the rack to the sides
The rack hangs fl'(lm the sides of the (if the bin.

clair} bin. _ Engage the back side (If the bin in

To remove: the molded supports on the doox:

O EmpQ the wine/bexerage rack. Then push down on the ti'ont of the
_ Holding the bottom (if the dairy bin

hft the fl'ont strmght up, then lift III)
and O/lt.

_To detach the rack from the dairy bin

pull the racks side wires (lilt of the

holes on each side (ff the dairy bin .........................................

bin. The bin will lock into place.

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Abouttherefrigeratordoors.

Refrigerator Doors

The refl_igerator (loo_ may teel different
than the ones you are used to. The special

door opening/closing feature makes sure
the (loo_ close all the way and are secm'elv

sealed.

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When the door is only partially open,

it will automatically close.
Beyond fl?isstop fl?edoor will stay open.

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

opened past this stop point, the door will

I'elllain ol)en to allow VOtl to load and

tmload tood more easily. When the door
is only partially open, it will automatically

dose.

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Door Alignment

If doms are tmexen, a(!iust the refrigerator

dooi-

Using a 7/16" wrench, mrn the door
a(!iusting screw to the right to raise the

dooI; to the left to lower it. (A nylon

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plug, imbedded in the threads of the
pin, prevents the pin fl'om turning

unless a wrench is used.)

The resistance you ti_el at the stop
position will be reduced as the door

is loaded with food.

O _Mter one or two turns of the wrench,

oi)en.... and close the refrigerator, door

and check the aligmnent at the top of

the doms.

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Aboutthe crispersandpans. go.oom

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crispers

Excess water that may accunmlate in the
bottom of the drawe_ should be wiped (hw:

On some models, the bottom drawer has

tifll extension slides that allow flfll access

to the drawex:

NH LO

Adjustable Humidity Crispers

Slide the control all the way to the HIsetting
to provide high humidi_' recommended for

most vegetables.

Convertible Deli Pan

The comertible dell pan has its own cold
air duct to allow a stream of cold air from

the fl'eezer compartment or fl'esh toed

coi/ll)ai'tlllent to flow to the pan.

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The variable temperature control regulates

the air flow from the Climate Keeper.

About crisperremoval

Slide the control all the way to the LO
,settino_ to proxide lower h umidi_' lexels

recolmnended fi)r inost fl'uits.

Set the control to the coldest setting to
store fl'esh meats.

Set the control to coldto convert the pan
to nomml refl_igerator temperatm'e and

provide extra vegetable storage space. The
cold air duct is turned olt_ ¼MaNe settings

between these extremes can be selected.

Not aft features are on all models.

Crisper Removal

Crispers cm_ easily be removed b)' puIIim_g

the drawer straight out amid ]iflim_g the

dm wet Iq:) a m_d over th e stop ]oca ti(m.

If tile door prevents yol* {_'om ta]dm_g om
the drawer% thst t_T to remo_e the door

bim_s.I{ this does m_otoffer enol*gh
cIeamm_ce, the reti'ige_wtor will m_eed to

be rolled {i)rward m_ti] the door opens

em_ol_g]] to slide the dm*_e_s ol_t. Im_some
cases, whe]_ }_l_ roll the reiiige_ttw ol_t,

_'(_ _rH]] m]eed to move the re{i'igelv_tor

to the ]eft or _Jght as yo_ roll it (rot.

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Abouttheautomaticieemake

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

Automatic Icemaker

On dispenser models,

to access ice or reach
the power switch:

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forward until the bin stops.

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or reach the power switch.

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

on the shelf below the ice bfl?that
are no taller than the Iowest point

on the bh_.

Tile icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle---aI)I)ro_mately ]00-130 cubes
in a 94-hem" period, depending on fl'eezer

COilli)ai'tlllent teillpei'attli'e_ i'OOill

temperatm'e, nmnber ot door openings
and other use conditions.

If tile refl_igerator is operated betore tile
water connect.ion is made to the icemaket;

set tile power switch in tile 0 (Of/)position.
When the reti-igerator has been com_ected

to tile water SUl)l)ly, set tile power switch to
tile I (on) position.

The icemaker will fill with water when it
cools to ]5°F (-10°C). A newly installed

refi_igemtor may take 12 to 24 hems to begin

making ice cubes.
You will hear a buzzing so/md each time

the icemaker fills with water
Throw awax tile first troy batches of ice to

allow the water line to clea_:

Be sm'e nothing interteres with tile sweep
of tile teeler amL

When tile bin fills to tile level ot tile teeler
am_, tile icemaker will stop producing

ice. It is nom_al tin" several cubes to be

joined together.

If ice is not used fl'equentl> old ice cubes

will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.

Special note about dispenser models:

Dispenser models have a tilt-out ice bin.

The bin can be tilted out as shown in the
illustrations, and it will hold itself up

while you take ice out or tm'n tile
icemaker power switch on and off'. Be

sm'e to put tile bin back in place before

closing the doo_:

To restore your ice level from an empty
bucket stage, the following steps are

recommended:

12 ho/us after the first batch of ice

has fifllen into the bin, dispense
3 to 4 cubes.

@ _MteI" an additional 6 hom_, dispense

3 to 4 cubes again.

These steps will restore your ice level
in the shortest amount of time.

Power

Switch

green
PowerLight FeelerArm

NOTE:/n homes with lower-than-averagewater
pressure,you mayhear the icemakercycle mult_}91e

t_meswhenmak/bg onebatchof ice.

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forwarduntilthebinstops.

o Lift andpullforwardagain

toremovethebin.

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Removing Ice Bin (dispensermodels)

SettheI,o,,'e,'switdlto theOtomI,ositi..

before relnoxing tile bin.

gAUTlON: The ice bin is heavy when full.

When replacing the bin, be sure to press it

firefly into place. If it does not go all tile
wa) back, remoxe it and rotate tile (lrixe

backmechanismagain. 1/4 turn. Then push tile bin

Dispenser Models only

About the ice and water dispense£ (on some models) ge.com

ToUse the Dispenser

Select CUBED,CRUSHEDor WATER.

Press the gl;_ssgem[? ag;dnst the _op of the
dispe[_se[" cradle.

The spill shelf is not selfdraining, To reduce
w_ter spotting, d_e shelf m_d its gTi]le sho_ikt be

cleaned regularl_:

Ifriowater_sdispensedwllentherefn)eratori_first
installed,theremaybeaffinthewaterlines}zstem.Press

thedispenseratrnfor atleasttwo minutestoremove
traRpedairfromthewaterlineandtofill thewater
s}zstem.Toflushoutimpudtiesin thewater/in< tbmw

SpillShelf

CAUTION:Neverputfingersoranyotherobjectsinto

LockingtheDispenser

Press d_e LOCKpad fiw 3 seconds to lock the
dispe[_ser mid control panel. To mllock, p_>ss

and hold the pad again fiw 3 seco*_ds.

Dispe.serUgflt

The UGNTpad rams the night light i[_ the

&spe[_ser el* a_*dell The ligt_t also comes on

wheT, the dispex_se_ c_;_dle is p_essed. ()_ some

models, if this light bm[xs out, it sho_dd be
_>placed with a 6 watt 12V maxim m**bulb.

DoorMarm

Use DoorA/aim {o seined if either door isopen
fbr more than 3 mil_utes. The _dmm *rill stop

once the door is dosed. For [,CD models, a
popup scteen wiI1appem: The alm:m can be

silenced b? touching the [_CD screexL

LCDModels:
AccessBy:Home > Opdons > hflbm/_don and

Setdngs > Setd_lgs> Door A]arm
AccessBy:Pressing ON.

DeactigateBy:Pressix_gOFF.

Non4CDModels:

Press the DOORALARMpad und! the indicator
light comes on,

Quick Ice

When ;_)u need v) speed up ice production, use

the QuickIcefeature. While this feature is turned

oIL the ti'eezer tim runs COllfill//OtlSl} t{[r48 hotli_,
or m]tJl the teamm is turned OFT During this

period, ice pro(hmtion will increase tq) to 40%.
Models with the inmgramd ice teature s?_smm

requi_> at F/P_STUSE at least half an 8 oz. glass
of ice to be diq)ensed e\'e_)' 6 t{}12 hom_. This

will help the icemaker fill the bucket l)ropedy

so that dispensing is bettor

Precise Fill (onsomemodels)

This _;_ter dispenser is equipped with a teatm>

called "precise till." This teamre alloB2syou to
choose a p_cise amount of _ter (cups or

om]ces) that you would like dispensed. Pints
and i,iters are also m;dlaNe tOTI,CD models.

LCDModels

AccessBy:Home >Options > Dispenser

Options >Precise Fill > Set Amount

Activate By: rising the an'o_ Nlttons to select

the desired amount. Press MOREUNITS to select

bemeen CUPS, OUNCES, PINTS or i ITERS.

Non-LCDModels

Press the WATERpad.

How toUse

LCDModels:
Accessby:Home > Opdons > F_>ezerOptions >

Quick Ice

Activateby'.P_essingON.
Deactivateby:P_essingOFF.
Nou-LCDModels:

Press the QUICKICEpad to turn the teature ON.
Press the pad ag'ain t{}turn the feature OFT

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IfyouselectedCUPS,press the arrow

pads on the left of the display to select
the \d]ole cups (1-16 cups) and/or
the arrows pads on the right side of the

(fispla} to select tt'actions of a cup

(1/4-3/4 cups).

Press the cup ag_,finstthe cradle and _ater
will begin dispensing. It _dll automaticall}

stop \d]en the amom]t set has been
dispensed. The display will sho_ there

is no _;_ter lelt to dispense, then reset.

NOTE:Donotleavethedispenserunattendedwhen
waterisbeingdispensed

Press the CUPSor OUNCESpad.
Select the precise amom]t of water you

would like dispensed.

IfyouselectedOUNCES,press the arro_

pads on either side of the display to

select the nm-nber of ounces you
w{mld like to ha\e dispensed "bet\_een

]tvou would like to stop dispensing water
before the specitied amount has been

dispensed, just remove the cup If'ore the
cradle. The displa} will show the amount

left to dispense.

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Important Facts About Your Dispenser

Do not add ice fron_ trays or 1)ags to
the storage drawer. It may not c_ush or

dispense well.

Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use

of narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can

jam the chute or cause the door in the

chute to fl'eeze shut. If ice is blocking
the chute, poke it through with a

wooden Sl)OOn.

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Beverages and fl)ods should not be
quick-chilled in the ice storage drawer.

Cans, bottles or food packages in the

storage drawer may cause the icemaker

or auger to jam.

To kee I) dispensed ice fl'om missing

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

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Careand cleaning of the refrigerator.

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Cleaning the Outside

The dispenser drip area, beneath the grille,

should be _iI)e(l (h_,: _._Ker left in this area

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Dispenserdriparea.

may leaxe deposits. Remoxe the deposits by
adding mMiluted vinegar to the well. Soak

tmtil the deposits disappear or become

loose eno/igh to iJnse _l_';iv,

The dispenser cradle. Befl n'e cleaning, lock

the dispenser by pressing and holding the
lOCKpad fin" 3 seconds. Clean with w;mn

water and baking soda soh_tion--about a

tablespoon (15 ml) ot 1)eking soda to a
quart (l liter) of water: Rinse thoroughly

and wipe dry;

The doorhandles and trim. Clean with

a cloth dampened with soapy water:

Dry with a soft cloth.

Some c_ushed ice may be dispensed
even though you selected CUBED.

This hal)pens occasionally when a fi_w

cul)es accidentally get directed to
the cH]sher.

Atier cH_shed ice is dispensed, some
water may drip fl'om the chute.

Sometimes a small momM of snow

will titan on the door in the ice chute.

This condition is normal and usually
occm's when you have dispensed

crashed ice repeatedly. The snow

will eventually evaporate.

The stainless steel panels and door handles

(on s(,ine models) can be cleaned with
a commercially a\:filable stainless steel
cleanex: A si)ra):on stainless steel cleaner

works best.

Do not use appliance wax or polish
on the stninless steel.

Keep tile o_side clean. Wipe Mth a clean
cloth lightly dampened Mth kitchen

appliance wax or miM liquid dish detergent.
Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth.

Donot wipetherefrigeratorwith a soileddish
cloth orwet towel.Thesemayleavearesidue

thatcanerodethepain_Donotusescouring
pads,powderedcleaners,bleachor cleaners

containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchandweakenthepaint finish.

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors,leave an open box of

1)eking soda in the ti'esh todd and fl'eezer

COlllp[l i'[l/lents.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this

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is not practical, wring excess moistm'e out

of sponge or cloth when cleaning m'otmd

switches, lights or controls.

Use w;mn water and baking soda solution--

about a tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda

to a quart (1 liter) of water This 1)oth
cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse and

wipe (lr_;

Useofanycleaningsolution otherthanthat

which isrecommended,especiallythosethat

containpetroleum distillates,can crackor
damagetheinterioroftherefrigerator.

Avoidcleaningco/c/glassshelveswithhot water
becausetheextremetemperaturedifference

maycausethemtobreak.Handleglassshelves
carefufl_zBumpingtemperedglasscancause

it to shatter
Donot washanyplastic refngeratorparts

in thedishwasher

Thechill/thawtray/s dishwashersafe.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be careflll when moving the reti_igerator
away fl'om the wall. _dl types of floor

coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with

enlbossed S/liS[;ices.

Pull the refl_igerator straight out and return
it m position by pushing it straight in.

Moving the refl_igerator in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor covering

or refl_igerato_:

Preparing for Vacation

For long ;;ications or absences, YelllOve

food and uI_plug the reli_igei'ato_: Clean the
interior with a baking soda sohltion of one

tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one
quart (l liter) of water: i,eave the (loo_

open.

Set the icemaker power switch to the 0 (off)
position and shut off the water supply to

the refl_igerat(n;

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When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure

you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker

supply line.

If the temperature can drop below fl'eezing,
have a qualified servicer drain the water

supply s)'stem to prevent serious propert},
damage due to flooding.

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as shelves and
(h'awe_ by taping them securely in place

to prevent damage.

X,_]_en using a hand track to move the

refl_igeratot; do not rest the ti'ont or back
(ff the reti_igerator against the hand truck.

This could damage the refrigerator. Handle
only fl'om the sides of the reli_igerato_:

Be sure the refn)erator stays in an upright
position during moving.

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Replacingthe lightbulbs.

Setting the controls to OFFdoes not remove power to the light circuit.

Not all features are on all models.

Yourlight shield will look like

one of the following.

Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light

Unplug the refrigerator.

@ The bulbs are locamd at the top of the

compartment, inside the light shield.
On some models, a screw at the fl'ont of

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the light shield will have m be _emoved.
On other models, the screw is located

in the pocket located at the back of the
light shield.

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models, press in on the tabs on the
sides of the shield and slide forward

and out. On other models,just slide
the shield fin'ward and out.

Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light

This h_?htis located above the top drawer

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@ Remoxe the comertible meat drawer

control knob b_ pulling straight Otlt.

iJfi the light shield up and pull it out.

,Mter replacing the bulb with an
appliance bulb of the same or lower

wattage, replace the light shield and
scrmvs (on some models). When

replacing the light shield, make sure
that the tabs at the back ot the shield

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

Plug the refl_igerator back in.

@ ,Mter tel)lacing, the bulb xfith an

appliance bulb of the Salne or lower
wattage, replace the shield and

the knob.

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Freezer Compartment

O Unl_lug the refligeraun:

Remoxe the shelf just aboxe the light
shield. (The shelf will be easier to

remoxe if it is emptied first.) On some
models, a screw at the top of the light

shield will need to be remoxed.

To remoxe the light shield, press in
on the sides, and lift up and out.

Dispenser (onsomemodels)

O Unphtg the reliigerato_:

The bulb is located on the dispenser

under the control panel.

Remove the light bulb by turning
it cotmterclockwise.

Replace the bull) with an appliance

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bulb of the same or lower wattage,
and reinstall the light shield, When

reinstalling the light shield, make
sure the top tabs snap securely

into place, Replace the screw

(on some models),

Reinstall the shelf and plug the
refrigerator back in.

O Replace the bulb with a bulb of the

same size and wattage.

Plug the " "% qtor back in

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Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.

For CustomStyM °'models

Read theseinstructionscompletely and carefully.

BeforeYouBegin

Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to install door panels. You can order

pre-cut black, white, bisque or stainless steel decorator panels from GE Parts and Accessories,

800.626.2002,or you can add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.

Panels less than 1/4" (6 mm) thick

When installing wood panels less than ]/4" (6 ram) thick, you need to create a filler panel, such as ]/8"

cardboard, that Mll fit between the ti_ce of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing the i)re-cut
decorator panels, i)re-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of the decorator

or wood panel and the filler panel should be 1/4" (6 ram).

PanelsI/4" thickorless

1/4"max

3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel

A raised panel design screwed or glued to a ]/4" (6 ram) " • ,. " (, thick backin_ o_ a 3/4 (l .) ram) routed board
can be rise(1. The _ise(1 i)ortion of the panel m list be tid)ricated to i)e_nit clearances of at least 2" (5. l cm)

from the handle side fi)r fingertip clearance.

Panels thicker than l/4" (6 ram), u I) to 3/4" ( 19 ram) max, will require that the outer :5/16" (8 ram) of
panel perimeter be no thicker than 1/4" (6 ram).

Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:

FreshFood38Ibs.(17kg)max.
FreezerDoor28Ihs. (13kg)max.

Panelsthickerthan1/4"(6ram)

1/4" (6ram)max

3/4" (19ram) Panel tor

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1/4"(6ram)

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23" Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels

The areas at the top of the panels need to be cut out of the panels.

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Without Dispenser With Dispenser

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Freezer Panel Freezer Panel

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Insertingthe doorpanels.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

0 Insert the Freezer Panel and FreshFood Panel

(_arefully push the ti'eezer panel in until it slides If your model has a dispense_; this step only applies
into the slot behind the door handle. Push the filler to the fl'esh fi)od panel and top fl'eezer panel.

panel (reqtfired with some door panels) in behind
the decorator panel. Repeat fin" fl'esh fi)od panel.

0 Insert the BottomFreezer Panel (on dispenser models).

(_areftfll) push the panel in tmtil it slides into the (reqtfired with some door panels) in behind the
slot behind the door handle. Push the filler panel decorator panel.

Attach the TopTrimon the Freezer and Fresh FoodDoors.

The Top Trim can be fi_tmd inside the ret_Jgerator each (loo_; Hand tighten only. Make sm'e that the
compartment, top of each panel fits snugly behind the lip of the

_]th a T-20 Torxdrive_; attach the Top Trim, using Top Trim.
two scre_:s on each Top Trim piece, to the top oI

Cut-Out

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Insertingthe doorpanels.

O Install the Side Trim.

These pieces are rocked inside the refrigerator
door handle.

Donot removetheprotectivefilm on the outsideof
theSideTrimuntil theSideTrimis installed.

Fit the bottom of the Side Trim under the
Bottom Trim as illustrated.

Hold the Side Trim against the fl'ont ti_ce of the
decorator panels and fit the Side Trim under

the Top Trim. Make sure the magnetically attached
Side Trim is fitted correctly and that xxm are

satisfied with the appearance of all the parts.

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Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely
and carefully,

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instructions with the Consumer.

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instructions for future reference.

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requires basic mechanical skills.
Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

, Proper installation is the responsibility of

the installer.

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30 minutes
Water Line Installation

30 minutes

Models 23, 25, 26, 27 & 29

PREPARATION
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have

to be connected to a cold water line. AGE
water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff

valve, fittings and instructions) is available at
extra cost from your dealer, by visiting our
Website at ge.com (in Canada at
geappliances.ca) or from Parts and

Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada

1.888.261.3055),

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

3/8" and 5/16" Socket

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1/2" and 7/16" Wrench

, Product failure due to improper installation

is not covered under the Warranty.

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

the Refrigerator), then skip to Step 5 in

Installing the Refrigerator.

1/8" Hex Wrench

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Plastic Putty Knife

Phillips Head Screwdriver

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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR

[] LOADING THE RERIGERATOR

ONTO A HAND TRUCK

Leave all tape and door pads on doors
until the refrigerator is in its final location.

To move the refrigerator, use a padded
hand truck. Center the refrigerator on the
hand truck and secure the strap around

the refrigerator. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN

THE STRAP.

If the refrigerator must go through
any entrance that is less than 38"

wide, the doors must be removed.

Proceed to Step 3.
DO NOT remove the handles.
If all entrances are more than

38" wide, skip to Installing

the Refrigerator.

[] DISCONNECT THE WATER

COUPLING (on some models)

If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,
there is a water line from the cabinet into

the bottom hinge on the freezer door that
must be disconnected.

To disconnect, push in on the white collar
of the coupling and pull out the tubing.

White collar

[] REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE

Remove the grille by removing the two
Phillips head screws.

Bottom

freezer

hinge

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DISCONNECT THE POWER

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COUPLING (on some models)

If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,

there is a power line (harness) from the

cabinet into the bottom hinge on the
freezer door that must be disconnected.

To disconnect pull apart at the coupling.

Bottom o \jy

freezer l /---

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DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL

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CONNECTORS (on some models)

If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, there are electrical connectors

(harnesses) from the cabinet into the

bottom hinge on the refrigerator door

that must be disconnected.

To disconnect, pull apart each connector.

[] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND

REFRIGERATOR DOORS

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

[] Remove the freezer door top hinge cover

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

[] Remove the two 5/16" or 1/8" hex head

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

5/16" or 1/8" hex head

Bottom

refrigerator
hinge

[] Open the freezer door to 90. °

90 °

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MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

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REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
(cont.)

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As one person slowly lifts the freezer door
up and off the bottom hinge, the second
person should carefully guide the water
line and power line (harness) through the
bottom hinge.

90°

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR (cont.)

[] Remove the two 5/16" or 1/8" hex head

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

[] Open the refrigerator door to 90. °

5/16" or 1/8" hex head

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[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

[] Remove the refrigerator door top hinge

cover (if equipped) by either squeezing it
and pulling it up or by prying it off with
a plastic putty knife.

90 °

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REMOVE THE

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REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)

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Lift the refrigerator door up and off the
bottom hinge.

If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, one person should slowly lift the
door up and off the bottom hinge and the
second person should carefully guide the
electrical lines (harnesses) through the
bottom hinge.

[] REPLACING THE DOORS

To replace the doors, simply reverse
steps 3 through 8.

However, please note the following:

• When lowering the doors onto the

bottom hinges, make sure the second
person carefully guides the tube and
harnesses through the holes in the
hinges.

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

to the mark.

Refreshment Center Models Only

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

Mark

• Do not pinch the tubing and harnesses

when placing the doors on the bottom

hinges.

• When connecting the power line and

the electrical lines (refreshment center

models only), be sure that the

connectors are seated together fully.

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INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refrigerator where the

temperature will go below 60°F (16°C)

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

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

because it will not perform properly.

• Install it on a floor strong enough to

support it fully loaded.

CLEARANCES

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

23' (33" wide),

23"/25" CustomStyle TM 25', 26', 27', 29'

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

Back 1/2" (13 mm) 1" (25 mm)

DiMENSiONS AND SPECiFiCATiONS

(for 23" CustomStyle" modeJs)

701/4" (178.4cm)

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" 36"

(91.4cm)

DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

(for 25" CustomStyle TM models)

DiMENSiONS AND SPECiFiCATiONS

Electrical

(19ram)Airspace

(1/2"[13 lem]Gap+

24"(61cm) 1/4" [6 miniWallPlates) 25" (63.5cm)

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721A" (183.5cm)_

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_721/4 rl (183.5 cm) required for full adjustment

of mobility wheels. If cabinets installed
above refrigerator have doors that are
flush to the top of the opening for the
refrigerator, then an additional 1/8 'I may be
required to provide clearance for cabinet
doors to open freely.

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CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

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TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE
(icemaker and dispenser models)

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

NOTES:

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

outlet.

• If your refrigerator does not have a
water filter, we recommend installing

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

the refrigerator's water valve. Install it

in the water line near the refrigerator.
If using GE SmartConnect TMRefrigerator

Tubing Kit, you will need an additional
tube (WXO8XIO002) to connect the filter.

Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.

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If you are using copper tubing, place a
compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto

the end of the tubing coming from the

house cold water supply.

If you are using the GE SmartConnect TM

tubing, the nuts are already assembled to

the tubing.

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If you are using copper tubing, insert

the end of the tubing into the refrigerator

connection, at the back of the refrigerator,
as far as possible. While holding the

tubing, tighten the fitting.

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

at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten
the compression nut until it is hand tight.

Then tighten one additional turn with a
wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.

[] Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided

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

Tubing Clamp 1/4" Tubini

1/4"

Compression

Ferrule

(sleeve)

Refrigerator
Connection

SmartConnect 'MTubing

[] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

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

any leaks.

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

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

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See the grounding information attached
to the power cord.

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INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

[] PUT THE REFRIGERATOR

IN PLACE

Move the refrigerator to its final location.

[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

The refrigerator can be leveled by
adjusting the rollers located near the
bottom hinges.

_"'_ Rollers _

Rollers have three purposes:

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

front about 5/8" [16 mm] from the floor.)

• Rollers adjust so the refrigerator is
firmly positioned on the floor and does

not wobble.

• Rollers allow you to move the

refrigerator away from the wall for

cleaning.

To adjust the rollers on 23" (33" wide),
25", 26", 27" and 29" models:

• Turn the roller J il l

adjusting screws _

clockwise to

raise the

Raise

[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

To adjust the
rollers on 23"/25"

CustomStyle"
modets:

Turn the front roller
adjusting screws

clockwise to raise
the refrigerator,

counterclockwise

to lower it. Use a 3/8" hex wrench with
extension, or an adjustable wrench.

These models also have rear adjustable
rollers so you can align the refrigerator
with your kitchen cabinets. Use a 3/8" hex

wrench with extension to turn the screws
for the rear rollers--cmockwise to raise the

refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

Roller adjusting screws

[] LEVEL THE DOORS

Adjust the refrigerator door to make the
doors even at the top.

To align:

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Using a 7/16" wrench, turn the door
adjusting screw to the right to raise the
door, to the left to lower it.

NOTE:

A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads
of the pin, prevents the pin from turning

unless a wrench is used.

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After one or two turns of the wrench,
open and close the refrigerator door and
check the alignment at the top of the doors.

Doors should be even at top

refrigerator, _

to lower it. Use

a 3/8" hex socket
or wrench, or

counterclockwise _

an adjustable

wrench. Roller adjusting screw

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