GE PFSS6PKWASS, PFSF6PKWAWW, PFSF6PKWABB Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions ........... 9 3

Operating Instru_tions

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

Care and Cleaning .......... 19, 13

Controls .................... 4, 5

Crispers and Pans .............. 9

Freezer ...................... 10

Repl acing tile i Jgh t Bulbs ....... 14

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

h'ater Filter . .................. 6

Installation Instructions

Installing tile Refligerator . . . .16-93

Installing the _'ater Line ..... 94-26

Preparing m Install

the Refligerator . .............. 15

Troubleshooting Tips ....... 97-31

Normal Operating Sotxilds ...... 97

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

Performance Data Sheet ........ 39

Product Registration

fox Canadian Customers ..... 35, 36

Product Registration

for U.S. Customers ......... 33, 34

Stare of California _'amr

Treatment Device Certificate ..... 40

¼'arranty fox Canadian

Customers ................... 38

Warranty fox U.S. Customers ..... 37

Model26

Cong_lateur inf_!rieur

R frig&ateurs

La section fran_aise commence a la page 41

Congelador inferior

Refrigeradores

La secci6n en espa#ol empieza en la pagina 75

Write the model and serial

numbers here: Model # Serial #

Find these numbex_ on a label on the right side, near the top of

the refl'igerator compartment.

197D7784PO01 49-60523 07-07Jfl

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON. READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

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

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

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

_:i:This refl-Jgerator must be i}roperl) installed

and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

i)::Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang

on the shelves in the refl'igeratm: They could damage the refi_igerator and seriously injm'e

themselves.

::_Do not touch the cold sm'fi_ces in the fl'eezer

compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin mm stick to these extremely cold stmfi_ces.

i?<Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vaI)o_ and liquids in the vMnitv of this or anv other appliance.

i)::Keep finge_ out (ff the "pinch point" areas;

clearances between the do(n_ and between the (loo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.

Be careful closing (lores when children are in the area.

i(i'In refl_igeratm5 Mth automatic icemake_s,

avoid contact with the moving parts (ff the

ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place finge_ or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism

while the refl_igerator is phlgged in.

i!:i'UnI)lug the reliigerator before cleaning and

making repai_.

NOTE: Westronglyrecommendthat any servicingbe

performedbya quafified individual

i!:i'Do not refreeze ti'ozen foods which have

thawed complemly.

DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

Refrigerants

of the past.Junked or abandoned refl_igerat(n_ are Child entral)inent and suffocation are not problems

still dangerous...exert if they will sit for 'ijust a few daxs." If _ou are getting rid of _om" old refri(*erat(m

please follow the instructions below to hel I) prevent accidents.

Before YouThrewAway YourOldRefrigerator

All refl'igeration products contain refl'igerants, which tinder fe(leral law InUSt be relnoved prior

to product disl)osal. If you are getting rid of an old refl'igeration product, check with the

company handling the disposal about what

to do.

or Freezer:

iJi::_ke off the dome.

iJi::i,eaxe the shelves in place so that children may

not easiE climb inside.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

However; if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutelx necessary that it be a UiTlisted (in the United States) or a CSA certified (in Canada),. -_are ,gr°tmding, t_,])e appliance extension cord having a grotmding

t)])e I)lu(*_and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 xolts.

WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

Donot, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

For personal safety, this appliance 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-pr(mg (grounding) wall outlet to

minimize the possibiliQ, of electric shock hazard fl'om this appliance.

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

properly grounded.

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is

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

grounded 3-prong wall outlet. The reli-igerator should alwa D be plugged into its

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

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

could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.

Never unplug your refrigerator bv pulling 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'ayed or othe_Mse damaged. Do not

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

\,_]_en moving the refrigerator away fl'om the wall, be careflll not to roll over or damage the power cord.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe controlswith temperaturesettings.

TURBO FREEZE TURBO COOL I '_'_'_T" I

IHo_ 3 _conds}

(Hold3 _c

for Turbo Ft_e}

RESET FILTER CUBED CRUSHED WATER

}Hold 3 s_ }Hold 3 s_

to Reset Filter} to L_k Contrdl

(Hold3 _c

L htON/OF_

f_ Turbo ¢ooll

NOTE: Therefrigeratoris shippedwithprotective film coveringthe temperaturecontrols. If this film was not removedduringinstallation, removeit now

Thetemperature controls are preset in the factory at 38°F for the refrigerator compartment

and -2°1:for the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the

preset recommended settings.

Thetemperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer. The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SETtemperature based on usage and operating environment.

Changingthe Temperature

Tochange the temperature, press and release the

ADJUST FREEZERor ADJUST REFRIGERATORpad.

The display will show the actual temperature. To change the temperature, tap either the ADJUST

FREEZERor ADJUST REFRIGERATORpad und! the

desired temperature is displayed.

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

reflJgerator and fl'eezer teinperatures aiier ] 0 seconds. Several a(!iustment,s may be required.

Each time you a(!just controls, allow 24 horns ti)r the reti_igerator to reach the temperature you have set.

About TurboCoo[Mand TurboFreezeY ge.com

How it Works

ADJUST

IREFR GERATOR

[RE R ER RJ

Hold3Sec

forTurbo Cool)

TurbeCeel rapidly cools the rHiigerator

c()mi)artn_ent in order to more quickly cool fi)ods. Use TurbeCeelwhen adding a

large amount of food to the refligerator compartment, putting away fi)ods after they

have been sitting out at i'ooi11 temperature orwhen putting away warn/leftovers. It can

also be used if tile refligerator has been without power fin" an extended period.

Tile comi)ress(n" and ti'esh food tim will run immediately until tile fl'esh food temperature cools to approximately 25°F

(-4°C), ma_mum run time two-and-a-half

horns. Mter reaching 25°F (-4°C), ti'esh food comi)artment will mn at cold setting

fin" one horn" and return to tile original setting wflue.

Hew to Use

Press and hoM tile ADJUST REFRIGERATOR pad for 3 seconds m_til 'youhear tile so/rod

and tile [] displa):s.

?diet TurbeCeelis complete, tile reliigerator

c(nnl)artment will return to tile original setting,

NOTES:Tile refrigerator temperature

cmmot be changed dining

TurbeCeel.

Tile fl'eezer temperature is not aflbcmd dining TurbeCeet

( : (( 5

ADJUST

FREEZER

(H0Jd3sec

forTurboFreeze)

[ ALARM/ ]

! LIGHT !

LightON/OFF

Hold3seconds

How it Works

TurbeFreezerapidly cools tile fl'eezer

compartment in order to more quickly cool fi)ods. Lrse TurbeFreezewhen adding

a lmge amount ot tood to tile ti'eezer compartment, putting away foods after they

have been sitting out at room temperature or when putting away wam_ leftovers. It can

also be used if the reliigerator has been

without power fin"an extended period.

The compressor and fl'eezer tim will mn immediately and kee I) framing fi)r

two-and-a-halt hom_.

About Door Alarm

Tile do(n" alam_ will so/rod if am' door is open fin" more than 3 minutes. Tile

beeping stops when you close tile do(n:

About Dispenser Light

Hew to Use

Press and hold tile ADJUSTFREEZERpad fin"3 seconds m_til you hear tile so/rod

and tile _ displays.

_Mter TurbeFreezeis complete, tile fl'eezer

coml)artment will return to tile original setting.

NOTES'. The fl'eezer temperature cmmot

be changed during TurbeFreeze. Tile reliigerator temperature is

not affected during TurbeFreeze. \_]/en opening tile ti'eezer door

during TurbeFreeze,tile rims will continue to run if they have

cycled on.

ENERGY

Press and hold the ALARM/LIGHTpad for

3 see(rods to turn on tile dispenser light. To turn off, press and hold tile pad again

fl)r 3 seconds.

About Energy Saver

This product is equil)ped with an Energ_ Saver teatm'e. Tile reliigerator is shil)ped

with tile Energy' Saxer teatm'e on.

()'_er tillle, illoistt/i'e can fOllll on tile li'ont

smii_ce of tile reliigerator cabinet and

cause rust. If moisture does appear (m tile

fl'ont SUlthce ()t tile refiigerator cal)inet, turn off tile Energy' Saver teatm'e by

pressing and releasing the ENERGY SAVER pad on the control panel.

Aboutthe water filter.

Cartridg6 Holder

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper fight corner of the refiigerator

COl//pa l'[l//ellt.

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indicator light ,for tile water filter cartridge on the

temper;m/re display. This light will turn

orange to tell you that you need to replace

the filter soon. The filter cam-Jdge should be replaced when the replacement

indicator light ttlrns red or if tile flow

of water to tile dispenser or icemaker decreases.

Filter BFpass Plug

_i_u must use tile filter b_pass plug when a

replacement filter cmqhidge is not a_;dlable. Tile icemaker will not operate without tile

filter or filter bs})ass plug.

Replacement Filters'.

To order additional filter cartridges

in the United States, visit our Webs#e, ge.com or call GE.Parts and Accessories,

800.628.2002.

Filter Model M\'\TF

(Mstome_s in Canada shoukl consult the }ellow pages for tile nearest Mabe

Service Centel:

Installing the Filter Cartridge

If you are re )lacing the c'u'trid.e

first remove the old one bx slo,d,

turning it comlterclockwise. A small amount of water may drip down.

CAUTION:/ , h ebeent ed

/nthesystem,thefiltercartridgemaybeejectedas it/s removed.Usecautionwhenremoving

J ,cE

(Hold 3 sec 7

to Reset Filter)

@ Rein(we tile protective ibil i_'om tile

end of tile cam'idge.

@ I,inino_ up tile error, on the c'tllYidoe,

and tile c'u'hidoe,_ holdel; place the top ot the new carhidge up inside

tile holdel: Do not push it up into the holdel: Slowly rotate the cartridge

clockwise until it stops. _s you tt/rll tile camidge, it will autonmtically

raise itself into position. Cartridge will rotate about 1/4 turn. O0 not

overtighten.

Run water fi'om tile dispenser for 3 minutes (about 1 */2gallons) to clear

the system and prevent sputtering. See 7-OUse the Dispenser section.

Press and hold tile ICE& WATERpad

-- for 24seconds.

NOTE."A newl} installed x_ater filter camidge, ma} cause water tospurtfi-onl

tile dispenser

Abouttheshelvesandbins. gecem

Rearranging the Shelves

Shel',es in the refl_gerator comi_artn]ent are a_!justnble.

Refrigerator Compartment

Toremove:

0 Remoxe all items fl'om the shelfi @ Tilt the shelf up at the front.

@ I,ifi the sheff up at the back and

• Y S "(

bm]_ the _hell >ut.

Toreplace:

0 "_qfile tilting the shelf up, insert the top

hook at the back of the shelf in a slot on the track.

i,ower the fi'ont of the shelf tmtil the bottom of the shelf locks into place.

Spillpmof Shelves

SpillprooI shelxes haxe special edges to hel I) prevent spills fl'om dripping to lower

shelxes.

Quick Space Shelf

This shelf splits in half and slides trader itself fin" storage (ff trill items on the shelf

below. This shelf can be removed and replaced or

relocated (just like spillproot shelves).

Abouttheshelvesandbins.

Non-Adjustable Dairy Bin

To remove: i,ift the dairy bin smfight up,

then pull out.

Adjustable B&s on the Door

A(!justable bins can easily be carried from

refrigerator to work area.

To remove: i,ift bin straight up, then

pull out,

Toreplaceorrelocate:Slide in the 1)in.j ust

aboxe the molded door supports, and push down. The bin will lock in place.

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Toreplace:Engage the bin in the molded

door supports and push down. The bin will lock in place,

Non-Adjustable Bins on the Door

To remove: Lift the bin straight up, then

pull out.

Toreplace:Engage the bin in the molded

suppo_s on the door and push down. It will lock in place.

Non-Adjustable Bin & the Freezer

To remove: Pull the brackets upward until

_ou hear a clicking sotmd and remoxe the bin.

To replace: Hook the ends of the bin into

both brackets and push down tmtil the bin locks into place.

Aboutthe crispersandpans. gecem

Fruit and Vegetable Crisper

Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the (h'awe_ or under the (h'awe_

should be wiped dry.

Adjustable Humidity Crisper

low - . . _ high

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Slide the control all the way to the

high setting to proxide high hmnidit)

recomm ended tot most x egetables.

Adjustable Deli/Produce Drawer

Slide the control all the wax to the low ,setfino_ to proxide lower humidity lexels

recommended fiw most fl'tfits.

The A_!iustable Deli/Produce Drawer is a flfll-width drawer with a(!iustable

temperature control. This drawer can be used fi)r large miscellaneous items.

There is a temperatm'e control which can a(!iust the amount el cold air allowed into

the (h'awe_:

The control is located on the fight side of the drawe_:

Control

When Produce Drawer is selected, the temperature of the drawer can be kept arotmd 38°F (3°C). This teatm'e also helps

keep todd fl'esh t0r a hmg time.

When Dell Drawer is selected, the temperature of the drawer can be kept arotmd 34°F (l °C). This teature also helps

keep meat or fish ti'esh t0r a hmger time.

NOTE."Fruits and vegetables may be damaged

using the Deft Drawer setting Do not store lettuce or other/eafv produce in

thisdrawer

CAUTION:Donotstoreg/assbo /es

in thisdrawerIftheyarefrozen,theycanbreakand causepersonalinjury

How to Remove and Replace theAdjustable Deli/Produce Drawer

To remove: To replace:

0 Pull the drawer out to the stop position. 0 i,ifl the coxer up.

@ i,ifl the fl'ont of the drawer up and out. @ , , the pantr) rollers

Engage into the

side rails.

How to Remove and Replace Drawer Divider

To remove:

0 Pull the drawer out to the stop position.

Raise the fl'ont side of the dixider

to tmhook it from the rear wall of the drawe_:

Toreplace:

0 Hook the 1)ack of the divider oxer the

@ Push the dixider down.

Push the drmver inwards (tmtil it is

m place).

rear wall of the drawei;

Aboutthe freezer.

Freezer Basket and Drawer

O Basket, @ Drm_e_=

Basket Removal

Toremove:

Toreplace:

O ]_elnove Freezer Bin. (See page 8.)

Pull basket out to the stop position.

0 Tilt up the rear (ff the bin. O i]tt it out to remove.

Basket Divider Removal

Toremove:

O Pull basket out to the stop position.

Tilt III) the rear of the bin.

OLifl it ()tit to relnoxe.

Drawer Removal

Toremove:

Pull the drawer out to the stop position. Remove both side knobs with a fiat-

head screwdri;'er.

0 Tilt up the rear ot the drawer and lift

straight out.

Place the basket into the rail assembly.

Toreplace:

0 Hook the top ('orne_ of the divider

oxer the hole of the basket.

Toreplace:

Pull both rails out to the stop position. Place the drawer onto the rails and

hook the support into the slots located on the side of the (h'awe_:

0 Replace the side knob and push the

drawer back into place.

WARNING:pleasedono,lose

theside knobsduringdisassemblysince they

maypresent a chokinghazardto children.

Abouttheautomaticicemaker, ge.com

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

Automatic Icemaker

You Mll hear a buzzing sound each time

the icemaker fills with water: Throw away the fi_st few batches ot ice to

allow the water line to clear Be sure nothing interteres with the sweep

of the reeler aml.

When the bin fills to the level of the teeler

aml, the icemaker will stop producing ice. It is nomlal lot several cubes to be

joined together:

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

will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.

NOTE"Inhomeswith lower-than-averagewater pressure,you mayhear the icemakercycle multiple

times whenmaklbg onebatch of ice. NOTE"Turn en the ICE OFFfeature if the water

supplyis shut off.

ICEOFF/]

I LOCK

. LOCK

(Hold3sec

to LockControl)

The icemaker will produce sexei_ cubes

per cycle_approximately lO0-130 cubes

in a 24-hour period, depending on tl"eezer

coi/lp_li'tlllent tei/lpei'attli'e, i'ooi/l

temperatm'e, ntmlber of door ol)enings and other use conditions.

If the retrigerator is operated betk)re the water com_ecfion is made to the icemake_;

tuna on the ICE OFFleattn'e by pressing and

releasing the ICE OFF/LOCKpad on the control panel and the [] displays.

When the refl{gerator has been com_ected

to the water stq)ply, turn off the ICEOFF

feature by pressing and releasing the ICE

OFF/LOCKpad on the control panel.

Tile icemaker will till with water when it

cools to 15°F (-10°C). A newly inst;dled refl_igerator may take 12 to 24 hotu_ to

begin making ice cubes.

[ ,CEO .I

LOCK

(Hold3sec

to LockControl)

ALARM/

J__ LIGHT I

LightON/OFF

(Hold3 seconds)

ToUse the Dispenser

Select CUBED[], CRUSHEDJ_ or WATER

[] b_ l)ressin°",_the ICE& WATERpad.

Press the glass gently against the top of the dispenser cradle.

The spill shelf is not seltqch'aining. To

reduce water spotting, the shelf shotfld

be cleaned regtflarl}:

If nowaterisdispensedwhentherefngeratorisfirst installed,theremaybeair inthewater/ibesystem.

Pressthedispenserarmforatleasttwominutesto removetrappedairfromthewaterfineandtofi//the

watersystem.Toflushoutimpuritiesin thewater fin&throwawaythefirstm)fuflg/assesofwater

CAUTION:Nowrputfingors

or anyother objectsinto theice crusher discharge opening.

ToLockand Unlock the Dispenser

T(> lock, press and hold the ICE OFF/LOCK pad tot 3 seconds. Repeat this step to

unlock the dispense_:

Dispenser Light

Press and hold the ALARM/LIGHTpad _or

3 seconds to ttu'n the dispenser light on

and off.

Tile light also comes on when the dispenser cradle is pressed.

Important Facts About Your Dispenser

_;;t)o not add ice ti'om trays or bags to the storage (h'awex:

It may not crush or dispense well.

i)::A\'oid ove_tilling glass with ice and rise oI ilarrow glasses.

Backed-up ice can jam the chute or cause the door in the chute to fl'eeze shut. If ice is blocking the chtKe, poke it

through with a wodden spoon.

i)::Be\'erages and toods should not be qtfick-chilled in the

ice storage (h'awe_: Cans, bottles or rood packages in the storage drawer may cause the icemaker or auger to jam.

i_¢To kee I) dispensed ice fl'om missing the glass, put the

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

:_1_Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you

selected CUBEDICE.This hapi)ens occasionally when a few

ctlbes accidentally get directed to the cmshex:

i)::_Mter crashed ice is dispensed, some water may (hi I) from

the chute.

_¢_Sometimes a small mound of snow will fi)rm on the door in

tlle ice chute, Tills condition is normal and usually occurs when you haxe dispensed crushed ice repeatedl}: / /

The sn()x_ will exentually exal)ot_te,

Cam and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The doorhandles and trim. Clean with a doth

danq)ened with soapy water: Dry with a soft cloth. Do not use wax on the door handles

and trim.

Keep the outside clean. Wipe Mth a clean cloth lightly dampened Mth kitchen

appliance wax or miM liqtfid dish detergent. Dry and polish with a clean,

soft cloth.

Donot w/_)ethe refn_?eratorwith a soileddish clothor wet towel. Thesemayleavea residue

that canerodethepaint.Donot usescouring pads,powderedcleaners,bleachorcleaners containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan

scratchand weakenthepaintfinish.

Cleaning the Inside

The stainless steel panels and doorhandles.

Stainless steel (on some models) can be cleaned with a commercially a\_lilable

stainless steel cleane_: A spra}_on stainless steel cleaner works best.

Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel,

Silver-plated plastic parts. Wash parts Mth soap or other mild detexgents. _4_ipe clean

with a sponge, damp cloth or paper to_vl.

Do not scrub with steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleaners.

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box of

baking soda in the reflJgerator and ti'eezer

COIlll)_l rtll/e nts,

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this

is not practical, wring excess moisture out

of sponge or doth when cleaning aromM

switches, lights or controls.

Lrse an appliance wax polish on the inside

sm'tilce between the doo_.

Use wmm water and baking soda solution--

about a tnblespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to a quart (l liter) _d wateI: This both cleans

and neutralizes odo_. Rinse and wipe dry.

Alter cleaning the door gaskets, apply a

thin laver of petrolemnjelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side, This helps kee I)

the gaskets fl'om sticking and bending out of shape.

Avoid cleaning cud glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to brea£ Handleglass she/yes carefufl_zBumping tempered g/ass can cause

it to shatter

Donot washanyplasticrefngeratorpartsin

thedishwashe_

Silver-accented plastic parts. _'_lsl_ parts

with soapy watex: _ipe clean with a sponge,

damp cloth or paper towel.

Do not scrub with steel-wool pads or other abrasive cleane_.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be careful when moving tile refl_igerator away fl'om tile wall. _M1types of floor

coverings can be damaged, pa_licularly cushioned coverings and those with

embossed S/li_lces,

Raise tile leveling legs located at tile bottom fl'ont ot tile refrigerator.

Pull tile refl_igerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in.

Preparing for Vacation

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

or refrigerator.

I,ower the leveling legs tmtil thev touch tile floo_:

When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure

you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker

supply fine (on some models) and ensure the anti-tli9 bracket is engaged {if equligped).

For long \;l(-ations oi" absen(-es_ i'eil/ove

food and Unl)lug tile i'efl_]gei'atoi: Clean tile interior with a baking soda solution of one

tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water: i,eave the doo_

open.

Turn on tile ICE OFFfeamre by pressing and releasing the ICEOFF/LOCKpad on the control panel (the [] icon displa?s)

and shut off tile water SUl)ply to tile refl_igerat(m

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as base grille, shelves and drawe_ by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.

X4]/en using a hand truck to move the

refl_igerato_; do not rest tile fl'ont or back ot the refl_igerator against the hand truck.

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

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

water supl)ly system (on some models) to

prevent serious property damage due to flooding.

Besurethe refrigeratorstaysin anupnght positionduringmoving.

Replacingthe

lightbulbs.

Refrigerator Lights

An authorized technician will need to

replace the I,ED light.

Freezer Light

CAUTION:ahtbulbsmaybebo_

Unplug the power cord fron/the outlet.

0 Pull drawer out to the stop position.

Rotate the shield down while pushing it backwards to remove it.

Tt:u'n the bulb counterclockwise.

0 Replace with an appliance bulb ot the

Sallle oF lower wattage.

O Replace the shield.

0 Plug the refrigerator back in.

NOTE:Appliance bulbsmay be orderedfrom GE Partsand Accessorie& 80126222002.

Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

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

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT- Save these instructions for

local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT- Observeallgoverning

codes and ordinances.

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

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

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

• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

Adjustable Wrench Ratchet!Driver

1/4" Outer Diameter

Compression Nut

and Ferrule (sleeve)

20 minutes

Water Line Installation 30 minutes

3/32", 1/8" and 4 mm

Allen Wrenches

Model 26

10 mm Socket

Phillips-Head Screwdriver

Flat-Head Screwdriver

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

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

PREPARATION

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will not fit through a doorway, the

refrigerator door and freezer drawer can be removed.

• To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 in the

Reversing the Door Swing section.

• To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removing

the Freezer Drawer section.

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

AND DISPENSER

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 www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and

Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada 1.888.261.3055).

1/8" Drill Bit and

Electric or Hand Drill

Pencil

Wire Cutters

Tape Measure

1/4" Nut Driver

Level

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refrigerator where the

temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper

temperatures.

• Do not install the refrigerator where the

temperature will go above IO0°F (37°C) because it will not perform properly.

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

CLEARANCES

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

connections.

Sides 1/8" (3 mm) Top 1" (25 mm) Back 1" (25 mm)

REMOVE THE REFRIGERATORDOORS

[] Open the refrigerator doors. [] Remove the two caps with a flat-head

screwdriver.

[] Remove the three screws on top with a Phillips-

head screwdriver.

[] Disengage the two electrical connectors.

REMOVING THE REFRIGERATORDOORS

• IMPORTANT NOTE: This refrigerator is35.6" deep. Doors and passageways leading to the installation

location must be at least 36" wide in order to leave the doors and handles attached to the

refrigerator while transporting it into the installation location. If passageways are less than 36", the

refrigerator doors and handles can easily be scratched

and damaged. The top cap and doors can be removed to allow the refrigerator to be safely moved indoors. Start with Step A.

• If it is not necessary to remove doors, skip Step A. Leave tape and all packaging on doors until the

refrigerator is in the final location.

• NOTE: Use a padded hand truck to move this refrigerator. Place the refrigerator on the hand

truck with a side against the truck. We strongly

recommend that TWO PEOPLE move and complete

this installation.

[] To disconnect the water coupling, push in on the

gray color of the coupling and pull out the tubing.

[] Remove the two grounding cables with a Phillips-

head screwdriver.

[] Remove three 10 mm hex-head bolts (right

and left).

= o

CAUTION: When the bolts are

removed, the door may fall and cause personal injury and/or damage to the door itself.

Installation instructions

REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.)

[] Liftthe door straight up to remove.

[] Remove the two hex-head bolts and two Phillips-

head screws from the center hinge. Set the hinge, bolts and screw aside.

i ...... -......

REPLACINGTHE REFRIGERATORDOORS

REPLACING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.)

[] Insert the top hinge pin into the hinge hole on

top of the refrigerator door. Make sure the door

is aligned with the cabinet and opposite door.

Attach the hinge to the top of the cabinet. Do

not tighten bolts completely.

I I

i o

[] On left-hand doors, 3ass the wires and water line

through the top hinge pin. Then connect the water line and two connectors.

[] Install the center hinge on each side.

[] Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge

pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble is

on the center hinge pin or inside door hinge pin

hole located in the bottom of the door.

[] Securely tape the door shut with masking tape

or have a second person support the door.

[] Attach the ground wire with a Phillips-head

screwdriver at the right and left hinge.

[] Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against

the cabinet and is not folded. Make sure the door

is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the front. While holding the aligned door

in place, tighten the top hinge bolts.

[] Reconnect the two connectors at each side of the

top cap and reattach the three Phillips-head

screws on top.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.)

REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

[] Pull the freezer door open to full extension. [] Remove the freezer bin by pulling both brackets

upward at the same time. (See page 8.)

[] Take out the lower basket by lifting the basket up

from the rail system. (See page 10.)

REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.)

[] Use the tip of a screwdriver to separate the rail

from the rail cover. -lilt the front end up and lift the entire door.

[] Set the door front on a nonscratching surface. [] Push the rail assemblies back into the cabinet.

-& CAUTION:Push both sides of the rail

assemblies back at the same time.

[] Remove the two 10 mm hex-head bolts from the

right and left side.

REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR

Two people may be required to complete this procedure.

[] ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER

FRONT TO THE SLIDES

[] Pull out the rail assemblies to the full length on

each side of the cabinet.

-& CAUTION: Make sure to pull out the

side rails evenly.

Installation Instructions

REPLACING THE FREEZERDOOR (cont.)

[] Hang the freezer door front onto open slots

on the sides.

[] -[]ghten screws completely. (There are four

10 mm hex-head bolts.)

[] REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET

Replace the freezer basket by lowering it into

the frame.

REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.)

[] REPLACE THE FREEZER BIN

Hookthe ends of the freezer bin into both brackets, and push down until they lock

into place. (See page 8.)

[] CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE

(icemaker and dispenser models)

A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker 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 awater filter,

we recommend installing one if your water

supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator's water valve. Install it

in the water line near the refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you

will need an additional tube (WXO8XIO002) to

connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.

[] If you are using copper tubing, place a

compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing coming from the

house cold water supply.

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

the tubing.

Installation instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.)

[] CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.)

[] 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.

Ferrule 1/4" (sleeve) Compression

Refrigerator

Connection

SmartConnect T_

[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD

DOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel:

O REMOVING

THE DOOR

HANDLE: Loosen the set screws _ with the 3/32" Allen wrench e and remove the handle.

Plastic handle:

Q REMOVING

THE DOOR

HANDLE: Slide the handle up

and off of the

mounting fasteners.

[] 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

Mounting o Fasteners

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed, use a Phillips-head

screwdriver.

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

HANDLE

Stainless steel and plastic handles: O Loosen the set screws located on the underside

of the handle with the 1/8" Allen wrench and

remove the handle.

NOTE: Ifthe handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed, use a Phillips-head

screwdriver.

See the grounding information attached to the power cord.

Installation Instructions

[] ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD

DOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel handle:

O Attach the handle

to the handle

mounting

fasteners and tighten the set

screws with a 3/32" Allen wrench. Mounting

Fasteners

Plastic handle:

Q Attach the handle to the handle mounting

fasteners by aligning the slots with the handle

mounting fasteners.

0 Slide it down until it is firmly locked into

position.

[] ATTACH THE FREEZER DOOR

HANDLE

Stainless steel and plastic handles:

Q Attach the handle firmly to the mounting

fasteners and tighten the set screws on the

bottom of the handle with a 1/8" Allen wrench.

Slots on back of handle

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.)

[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

The leveling legs have 2 purposes:

1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator

is firmly positioned on the floor and

does not wobble.

2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and

cleaning. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from tipping.

[] Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the

refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

Flat-Head Screwdriver

-& CAUTION: Toavoidpossible

personal injury or property damage, the leveling legs must be firmly touching

the floor.

LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.)

[] Adjust the height by turning clockwise

or counterclockwise. When you turn counterclockwise, the door will move up.

[] After adjusting the doors, please insert the

supplied fastener ring using a pair of pliers in the gap between the hinge grommet and the center hinge. The number of fastener rings you will need to insert depends on the gap.

LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS

Remember a level refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on leveling the refrigerator.

When the left

door is lower

than the

right door.

Adjustment Adjustment point point

[] If you open the freezer door, you can see

the center hinge.

[] Insert the supplied 4 mm Allen wrench

into the shaft of the center hinge.

When the left door is

higher than the

right door.

NOTE: Four fastener rings are enclosed with the refrigerator. Thickness of each fastener ring is 0.04".

Installation instructions

I_] LEVEL THE FREEZER DOOR

[] Locate the height adjuster in the freezer

door. Slightly loosen the four Phillips- head screws from the door on each side

(right and left).

I_] LEVEL THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.)

[] Find the best position to align the door

slope.

Example: The slope is about 2 mm as shown below.

Rotate the height adjuster to +2.0

to reduce the door slope.

[] Loosen the controller screw with a

Phillips-head screwdriver to adjust the level.

[] After adjustment, tighten all the screws.

[_ SET THE CONTROLS

Set the controls to the recommended setting,

CONTROL SETTINGS I

REMOVE PACKAGING

[]

A) Remove all tape, foam and protective

packing from shelves and drawers.

The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below. It will then begin operation automatically. It will take 2-3 days to fill the ice bin.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Recommended copper water supply kits are

WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the

amount of tubing you need. Approved plastic

water supply lines are GE SmartConnect TM

Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10006,

WX08X10015 and WX08X10025). When connecting your refrigerator to a GE

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

the manufacturer's recommendations.

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

AND the refrigerator also has a water filter,

use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the MWF filter can result in

hollow ice cubes. This water line installation is not warranted

by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer.

Follow these instructions carefully to

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

in house plumbing can cause damage to

refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage

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

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

hook up the water line to the hot water line.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line, turn on the ICE OFF feature by

pressing and releasing the ICE OFF/LOCK pad

on the control panel and the _ displays.

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

When using any electrical device (such as a

power drill) during installation, be sure the

device is double insulated or grounded in a

manner to prevent the hazard of electric

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

local plumbing code requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Copper or GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect

the refrigerator to the water supply. If using

copper, be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.

To determine how much tubing you need: measure the distance from the water valve

on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing to allow the refrigerator to move out

from the wall after installation. GE SmartConnect TMRefrigerator Tubing Kits

are available in the following lengths: 6' (1.8 m) -WXO8XIO006

15' (4.6 m) - WXO8X10015

25' (7.6 m) - WXO8X10025

Installation Instructions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

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

and cause water damage to your home.

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

available at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).

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

• Power drill.

• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.

• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line.

[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest faucet long enough

to clear the line of water.

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

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

the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is

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

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

copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.

• if you are using a GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled to the tubing.

• If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end, you will need an adapter (available at plumbing supply

stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared

fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting. Do not cut formed end from GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator tubing.

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

5/32" at the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes.

[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

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

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

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

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water

pipe with the pipe clamp.

Pipe

Saddle-Type

Shutoff Valve

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

to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not

permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.

[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

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

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may

crush the tubing.

Washer

Clamp Screw

Inlet End

[] CONNECT THE TUBING

TO THE VALVE

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

of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve.

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

nut securely.

For plastic tubing from a GE

SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing kit,

insert the molded end of the tubing into

the shutoff valve and tighten compression

nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one

additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.

Saddle-Type

Shutoff Valve

Packing Nut

Outlet Valve

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

to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not

permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with

your licensed plumber.

Ferrule (sleeve)

Compression Nut

/ SmartConnect _

(_/Tubing

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in

the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or

adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

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

Shut the water off at the water valve after

about one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed through the tubing.

go back to Step 1 in Installing the Refrigerator.

I To complete the installation of the refrigerator, I

Normal operatingsounds, ge.om

Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators.

Modem refrigerators have more features and use newer technology.

Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.

HUMMM...

--WHOOSH...

;;: Tile new high eflicienQ compressor ma_ run fitster and longer

than yxmr old refiigerator and }xmrna_ hear a high-pitched burn or pulsating sound \d_ile it is operating.

N Ym may hear a \d/ooshing sound \_,hen tile doors close. This

is due to pressure equalizing within the reliJgeratm:

CLICKS, POPS,

CRACKS and SNAPS

_: Ym may hear crocking or popping sounds \dmn tile

l_fl'igerator is iilst plugged ill. This happens as the reii-lgerator cools to the correct tempen_ture.

N The ti'eezer conm)l will click when starting or stopping the

CO1TIp/'essoE

_ Expansion and conm_ction of cooling coils during and aiter

defi'ost can cruise a cracking or popping sound.

N On models with all icemake/; after all icemaking cycle, you

may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.

N On models with a dispensel; during _wr dispense, you

may hear the _lter lines move at initial dispense and after dispenser button is released.

WHIRl

_!i Ylu mm hear fl_e rims spinning at high speeds. This happens

\dmn tile refl'igerator is first plugged ill, \dmn tile doors are

opened ti'equently or \dmn a large mnount of food is added to tile mfl'igerator or fl'eezer compartments. The thns are helping to maintain the correct temperatures.

_? The rims change speeds ill order to provide optimal cooling

and enel\g) sa_.ings.

WATERSOUNDS

_ The flow of refl'igerant flmmgh the ti'eezer cooling coils may

make a gurgling noise like boiling _ter.

_: Water dropping on the deii'ost heater can Catlse a siz/Jing,

popping or buzzing sound during tile defl'ost c}rle.

N A x_lter dlipping noise ma} occur during tile defl'ost cwle as

ice melts ti'om tile ev_q)omtor and flows into the drain pan.

N Closing tile door may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure

equalization.

Beforeyoucarl forservice...

Troubleshooting .tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following

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

Possible Causes

Refrigerator does not

operate

Vibrationor rattling (slight vibration

is normal)

Refrigerator in defrost cycle.

Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push tile plug completely into tile outlet. The fuse is blown/circuit • Replace fllse or reset tile breaker.

breaker is tripped.

Leveling legs need adjusting. • See Level the Refrigerator

What To Do

• Wait about 30 minutes f_n detiost cxtie to end.

Beforeyoucall forservice...

Troubleshooting -tips

Possible Causes

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator long periods or cycles is first plugged in.

on and off frequently. (Modern refrigerators 0 ften occurs when large

withmorestorage

space and a larger placed in refrigerator.

freezerrequim more Door left open. • Check to see it l)a(kage, is holding, door open.

amounts of food are

What ToDo

• _A_fit 24 hotu_ fin" the retiJgerator to completely

cool down.

• This is nomml.

operatingtime.They

Mart and stop often Hot weather or frequent • This is n(mnal.

to maintain even door ope*fings.

temperatures.) Temperature control • See About the controls.

set at the coldest setting.

TurboCool function has been • This is uomml when the Turbo(_ool traction is activated.

activated. See About TurboCooltOr more infommfion.

Refrigeratororfreezer Temperature controls not set • See About the controls.

compartmenttoowarm coldenough.

Warm weather or frequent • Set the tempenltm'e control one step (ol(le_:

door opelfings. See About the controls.

Door left open. • Check to see if l)ackage, is holding, door open.

Fromorice cryMals Door left open. • Check to see if l)a('kage, is holding door open.

onfrozenfood

(from within package Door openings too frequent

is normal) or too long.

Frequent "buzzing" ICE OFFfeature is turned • Press ;rod release the ICE OFF/LOCKpad on the control sound off, but the water supply panel to turn on the ICE OFFfeature, mad then the

to the refrigerator has not [l_ icon will be displayed. Keeping the ICE OFFfeature

been comaected, on will damage the water valve.

Smallorhollowcubes Water Filter clogged. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with plug. Automaticicemaker ICE OFFfeature is turned on. • Press :rod release the ICEOFF/LOCKpadon the control

does not work panel to turn off the ICE OFFleamre, mad then the

icon will disappem:

Water supply turned off or • See Installingthe water line. not comaected.

Freezer compartment • _A'ait 24 hom_ fin" the refi'igerator to completely

too warln, cool down.

Piled up cubes ha the storage • l,evel cubes by hand. bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

Ice cubes stuck ha icemaker. • Tuna off the icemakel; remove cubes and turn the

icemaker back on.

Possible Causes What ToDo

Ice cubes have

odor/taste

Slowice cube freezing Door left open. • (',l/eck to see if package is holding door open.

Refrigeratorhas odor Foods trmasraitthag • Foods with strong od(n_ should be tightly wrapped.

Moisture forms on Not unusual during • Wipe stwlilce dry and reset the refl-igerator control

outside of refrigerator periods of high humidity, one setting colder:

Food transmitting odor/taste

• Wrap fi>t>ds well.

to ice cubes.

Interior of refrigerator • See Care and cleaning.

needs cleaahag. • Keep an open box of baking soda in tile reflJgerator;

replace evel_' three I]_(>uths.

Freezer control not set • See About the controls.

cold enough.

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

replace evel_' three Inouths.

Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning.

• Tuna off Energy Saver mode.

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Moisturecollectsinside Too frequent or too (inhumidweather,air long door ope_mags.

carries moisture into

refrigerator when doors are opened)

Refrigeratororfreezer No power at outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker:

compartmentlightdoes

not work Light bulb burned out or loose. • See Replacing the light bulbs.

Door/drawer does not Leveling legs need adjusting. • See Installingthe Refrigerator

close byitself

Hot air from bottom Normal air flow cooling

motor. In the refrigeration

iiiliifill/i/i/ii!i Ui

i i ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii ii iii

Foodfreezingin therefrigerator

process, it is normal that heat be expelled ha the

area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will

discolor at these normal mad safe temperatures.

Food too close to the air vent at the back of the refrigerator.

Refrigerator control is set too cold.

• Moxe the fi)od away' fl'om the air ",ent.

• Moxe the reflJgerator control t(> a wam_er

temi)erature setting, one ....increment at a time.

Beforeyoucall forservice...

Troubleshooting -tips

Possible Causes

Water has poor Water dispenser has not been

taste/odor used for a long time,

Waterin fimtglass Normal when refrigerator • _'_ait 24 hotu_ fin" the reii_igerator to completely

is warm is first hastalled, c(>(>l d(_wu.

Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water is sx:stem is used for a long time. replenished.

Water system has been drained. • ?dh)w several l/otus for replenished supply to chill.

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

does not work or not comaected.

Water filter dogged. • Replace filter cartridge or reulove filter and install pltlg.

Air may be trapped ha • Press the dispenser anu for at least 2 minutes.

the water system.

Water ha reservoir is frozen • Set the refl'igerator control to a wam_er setting and wait because the controls are set 24 1.>t.s. If water does not dispense after 24 1.>tus, call

too cold. for service.

Water spurting from Newly hastalled filter cartridge. • Run water fl'oui the dispenser fl>r 3 Iuiuutes

dispenser (about 1 ½ galh>us).

No water or ice cube Supply line or shutoff valve • Call a pluml_e_:

production is dogged.

What ToDo

• Dispense water until all water in system is replenished,

Water filter dogged. • Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install pltlg.

Filter cartridge not • Remove and reiustnll filter cartridge, being certniu that

properly installed, it locLs into place. The blade on the end (>f the cartridge

sh(>tdd be p(>siti(>ued vertically.

Water is leaking from Glass not being held under • H(>ld the glass underneath the dispenser for 2-3 seconds

dispenser the dispenser long enough after releasing the dispenser butt(>u. Water may continue

after button is released, to dispense after the button is released.

Air may be present in the water line system, caushag

water to drip after being

dispensed.

• Dispense water fl:,r at least 2 minutes to remove air

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