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Safety Instructions ............ 2, 3

Operating Instructions

Additional Features .................. 9

Automatic Icemaker ............ 12-13

Care and Cleaning ............. 13-14

Controls .......................... 4-5

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

Freezer ............................ 11

Replacing the Light Bulbs ........... 15

Shelves and Bins .................. 8, 9

Water Filter ....................... 6, 7

Installation Instructions

Installing the Refrigerator ....... 17-21

Installing the Water Line ........ 30-32
Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator .................... 16

Removing and Replacing

the Doors (Double Door

Refrigerator Models only) ....... 27-29
Removing and Replacing the

Freezer Drawer ................ 22, 23
Reversing the Door Swing

(Single Door Refrigerator

Models only) ................... 24-26

Troubleshooting Tips ...... 33-37

Normal Operating Sounds .......... 33

Models 20, 21, 22and23

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Consumer Support

Consumer Support ........ Back Cover

Performance Data Sheet ....... 39-40

Warranty .......................... 38

Write the model and serial

numbers here:
Model #
Serial #

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

refrigerator compartment,

200D9366P016 49-60603-6 70-74 CE

IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION.

READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY INFORMATION

A This is the safety alert symbol, This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others, All safety
messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION", These words are defined

as:

[_ Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury,

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury,

[ ,ndicates ahazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your

refrigerator follow these basic safety precautions:

This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in
accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used,

Unplug the refrigerator before making repairs, replacing a light
bulb, or cleaning,
Note; Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any
setting on the control panel,
Note; Repairs must be performed by a qualified service
professional,

Replace all parts and panels before operating,
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance,

Becauseof potential safety hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend against the useof an extension cord,
However, ifyou must usean extension cord,it is absolutely
necessarythat itbe a UL-listed(inthe United States)or a CSA
certified (inCanada),g-wire grounding type appliance extension
cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical
rating ofthe cord be 15 amperes (minimum)and 120volts,

To prevent suffocation and entrapment hazards to children,
remove the fresh food and freezer doors from any refrigerator
before disposing of it or discontinuing its use,

Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the door
handles or the shelves in the refrigerator, They could seriously
injure themselves,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

I__ o reduce the risk of injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment

when they are cold, Glass shelves and covers may break if
exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such

as bumping or dropping, Tempered glass is designed to
shatter into many small pieces if it breaks,

Keep fingers out of the "pinch point" areas; clearances

between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are
necessarily small, Be careful closing doors when children

are in the area,

safety precautions,

when hands are damp or wet, skin may stick to these
extremely cold surfaces,

Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed

completely,

In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact
with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the
heating element that releases the cubes, Do not place fingers
or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the
refrigerator is plugged in,

INSTALLATION

_ Explosion Hazard.

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

result in fire, explosion, or death.

CONNECTING ELECTRICITY

_'_ Electrical Shock Hazard.

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet

Do not remove the ground prong
Do not use an adapter

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

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance isequipped with a 3-prong
(grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong

(grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance,
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded,
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it
isyour personal responsibility and obligation to have it

replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet, Do
not use an adapter,

The refrigerator should always be plugged into itsown
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that
matches the rating plate,

Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.

A 115 Volt AC,60 Hz, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded

electrical supply is required, This provides the best
performance and also prevents overloading house wiring

circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated

wires,

Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord,

Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet,

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have
become frayed or otherwise damaged, Do not use a cord

that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or

at either end,

When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be

careful not to roll over or damage the power cord,

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Failure to do so can

USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS

Adapter p/ugs are not permitted in Canada.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR

Suffocation and child entrapment hazard.
Remove fresh-food and freezer doors from the refrigerator, prior to disposal. Failure to do so can
result in child entrapment which can lead to death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT:

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past, Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
still dangerous even if they will sit for 'lust a few
days," If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator,

please follow the instructions below to help prevent

accidents,

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or
Freezer:

Leave the shelves in place so that children may

not easily climb inside,

Refrigerants

All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,
which under federal law must be removed prior

to product disposal, If you are getting rid of an old

refrigeration product, check with the company
handling the disposal about what to do,

Take off the fresh food and freezer doors.

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SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the controls with temperature settin s.

(on some models)

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WARMER _ _WARMER

COLDER COLDER

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TEMPERATURE SET

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WARMER _ _WARMER

COLDER COLDER

0o_Rec_,_e_ed 37° _Recomme_ed

TEMPERATURE SET

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(FIGA) (on some models) (FIGB)

NOTE: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls, if this film was not removed
during installation, remove it now.

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and O°F for

the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended

settings.

The temperature 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 SET temperature based on

usage and operating environment.

Setting either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments,
but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.

Hold 3s_onds

Ho_d 3 seconds to re_t

Hold3seconds

Changing the Temperature

For Controls-on-the-Door Models:
FIG. "A" To change the temperature, press and release the

WARMER or COLDER pad. The ACTUAL TEMPlight will come on

and the display will show the actual temperature. To change the
temperature, tap either the WARMER or COLDER pad until the

desired temperature is displayed.
FIG. "B" To visualize the real temperature press and release

the ACTUAL TEMPpad. The display will show the actual
temperature for 10 seconds.

To change the temperature, tap either the WARMER or
COLDERpad until the desired temperature is displayed. The SET

TEMPlight will come on during this process.

For Controls Inside the Refr,_erator:

Opening the door displays the actual temperature. To change
the temperature, press either the WARMERor COLDERtouch

pads until the desired temperature is displayed.

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

temperatures after 5 seconds. Several adjustments may be
required.

Each time you adjust controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator
to reach the temperature you have set.

To turn the cooling system off, tap the WARMERpad for either

the refrigerator or the freezer until the display shows OFF. To

turn the unit back on, press the COLDERpad for either the

refrigerator or freezer. Then press the COLDERpad again and it
will go to the preset points of O°Ffor the freezer and 37°Ffor the

refrigerator. Setting either or both controls to OFFstops cooling
in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not
shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.

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Turbo Cool

(on some models)

TURBOCOOL

(on some models)

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How it Works

TurboCoolrapidly cools the refrigerator

compartment in order to more quickly
cool foods, Use TurboCoolwhen adding

a large amount of food to the refrigerator
compartment, putting away foods after they

have been sitting out at room temperature or

when putting away warm leftovers, It can also

be used if the refrigerator has been without
power for an extended period,

Once activated, the compressor will turn
on immediately and the fans will cycle on

and off at high speed as needed for eight
hours, The compressor will continue to run

until the refrigerator compartment cools to
approximately 34°F (1°C),then it will cycle on

and off to maintain this setting, After 8 hours, or
if TurboCoolis pressed again, the refrigerator
compartment will return to the original setting,

About Door Alarm (onsomemode/s)

The door alarm will sound if any door is open
for more than 2 minutes, The beeping stops
when you close the door,

How to Use

Press TurboCool The refrigerator temperature
display will show be,

After TurboCoolis complete, the refrigerator
compartment will return to the original setting,

NOTES; The refrigerator temperature cannot

be changed during TurboCool
The freezer temperature is not

affected during TurboCool
When opening the refrigerator door

during TurboCoo/, the fans will
continue to run if they have cycled on,

(on some models)

[ ALARMDOOR

(on some models)

(on some models)

[ ENERGY

I SAVER

About Energy Saver (on.som_modd.s)

This product is equipped with an Energy Saver
feature, The refrigerator is shipped with the

Energy Saver feature enabled,
Over time, moisture can form on the front

surface of the refrigerator cabinet and cause
rust, If moisture does appear on the front

surface of the refrigerator cabinet, turn off the
Energy Saver feature by pressing and releasing

the ENERGYSA VERpad on the control panel,

(on some models)

About the water filter. (on22and23moddsonly)

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in the

back upper right corner of the refrigerator
compartment,

When to Replace the Filter

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

display. This light will turn orange to tell you

that you need to replace the filter soon. The
filter cartridge should be replaced when the

replacement indicator light turns red or if

the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker

decreases,

Installing the Filter Cartridge

0 If you are replacing the cartridge, first

remove the old one by slowly turning it to
the left, DO NOTpull down on the cartridge,

A small amount of water may drip down,

flair has been trapped in the

system, the filter cartridge may be dected as it is
removed Use caution when removing.

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use the filter bypass plug when a
replacement filter cartridge is not available. The

icemaker will not operate without the filter or
filter bypass plug.

Replacement Filters:

To order additional filter cartridges

in the United States, visit our Website,

GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and

Accessories, 800.626.2002.

Filter ModelMWF

Customers in Canada should consult
the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe Service

Center.

Water Filter

Reset

Hold3 5ecs

(on some models)

Hold 3 seconds to reset

(on some models)

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Remove the protective foil from the end of

the cartridge.

Fillthe replacement cartridge with water

from the tap to allow for better flow from
the dispenser immediately after installation.

Lining up the arrow on the cartridge

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and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the
cartridge clockwise until it stops, When the

cartridge is properly installed, you will feel it
"click" as it locks into place,

Do not overtighten

Run water from the dispenser for

3 minutes (about 11/2gallons) to clear
the system and prevent sputtering.
See To Use the Dispenser section.

Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER
pad for 3 seconds.

IVOTE.'A newly-installed water filter
cartridge may cause water to spurt from

the dispenser.

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Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in the

back upper right corner of the refrigerator
compartment,

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use the filter bypass plug when a
replacement filter cartridge is not available, The

icemaker will not operate without the filter or
filter bypass plug,

When to Replace the Filter

The filter cartridge should be replaced when
the flow of water to the icemaker decreases, or

every 6 months,

Installing the Filter Cartridge

0 If you are replacing the cartridge, first

remove the old one, Open the cartridge
cover by pressing in on the tab at the front

and pulling down,

0 Remove the cartridge by slowly rotating it

counterclockwise, A small amount of water
may drip down,

flair has been trapped in the

system, the filter cartridge may be dected as it is
removed, Usecaution when removing,

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Remove the protective foil from the end of

the cartridge,

Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and

the cartridge holder, slowly rotate the
cartridge clockwise until it stops, When the

cartridge is properly installed, you will feel it
"click" as it locks into place, The grip on the
end of the cartridge should be positioned

vertically,

Do not overtighten.

Replacement Filters:

To order additional filter cartridges in
the United States, visit our Website,

GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts and

Accessories, 800.626.2002.

Filter Model GSWF
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow

pages for the nearest Mabe Service Center,

0 Close the cartridge cover,

About the shelves and bins.

Not all features are on a// models.

Rearranging the Shelves

Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable,

Refrigerator Compartment

To remove:

0 Remove all items from the shelf,
0 Tilt the shelf up at the front,

0 Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the

Some models have wire shelves
that can be adjusted in the same

manner.

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shelf out,

To replace:

While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook

atthe back of the shelf in a slot on the

track,

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Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom
of the shelf locks into place,

Spillproof Shelves {on somemode/s)
Spillproof shelves have special edges to help

prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves, To
remove or replace the shelves, see Rearranging

the Shelves

Slide- Out Spillproof Shelf {onsomemodd.s)

The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you to
reach items stored behind others, The special

edges are designed to help prevent spills from
dripping to lower shelves,

Toremove:

Remove all items from shelf,
Remove the shelf from the compartment by

lifting up and out,
Remove the glass shelf from the frame by

sliding the shelf out until it stops,

Pullthe shelf up to release it from the front
of the frame,

Slide the shelf back to release it from the
back of the frame,

To reinstall the glass shelf, reverse these

instructions,

Make sure that the shelfsits flat aRer
reinsmllation and doesn't move fkee_ from side

to side,

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

Tuck-A way Shelf {onsomemode/.sj

Thisshelfcan retracttohalfitssizeforstorage
oftallitemson theshelfbelow,

Toremove:

Pullthe shelf out and up,
Slide the shelf back until it stops,

To return the shelf to its original position,

pull up and forward on the shelf, Push
down slightly to lock the shelf into position,

Adjustable Bins on the Door

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Adjustable bins can easily be carried from
refrigerator to work area,

Toremove: Lift bin straight up, then pull out,
Toreplace or relocate: Slide in the binjust

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

Non-Adjustable Bins on the Door

Toremove: Lift the bin straight up, then pull out,
Toreplace: Engage the bin inthe molded

supports on the door and push down, It will lock
in place,

About the additional features.

The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling or

sliding of small items stored on the door shelf,
Grip the finger hold near the rear of the snugger

and move it to fit your needs,

Shelf Saver Rack (on some model.s)

Slide-out beverage rack holds twelve cans of
soda or two wine/water bottles (lengthwise),

It can be removed for cleaning,

Toremove, slide the rack out to the stop

position, lift the rack up and past the stop
position and lift it out,

About the crispers and pans.

Not all features are on a// models.

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Fruit and Vegetable Crisper

Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers or under the drawers

should be wiped dry.

Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on.som_mod_/._)

Slide the control all the way to the HIGH setting Slide the control all the way to the LOWsetting

to provide high humidity recommended for to provide lower humidity levels recommended

most vegetables, for most fruits.

Adjustable Temperature Deft Pan (on.somemodal.s)

When the pan is placed in the 2nd slot from
the top of the track and the lever is set at

COLDEST, air from the freezer is forced around

the pan to keep it very cold.
You can move the pan to any location if you

don't want the extra cold storage.

The settings can be adjusted anywhere

betweencold_ andcoldest_ _.

When set at cold, the pan will stay at the
normal refrigerator temperature.

The coldest setting provides the coldest storage
area,

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About the freezer. GEAppliances.com

Not all features are on all models.

Freezer Shelves and Baskets

Appearance and features may vary

Appearance may vary

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0 A shelf above the ice storage bin

A half-width basket
A shallow full-width basket
A deep full-width basket

Basket Removal

Toremove the deep full-width basket on

freezer drawer models:

Open the freezer drawer until it

The freezer basket rests on the inside tabs

on the drawer slides,

0 Lift the basket so that it is out of all 6 slide

bracket tabs,

Tilt the basket and lift out of the drawer,

Toremove the half-width basket:

Pullthe basket out to the stop location,

0 Lift the basket up at the front to release it

from the slides,

Lift the back up and out of the slide,

stops,

NOTE: Do not fill baskets higher than the rim of
the basket, This may cause baskets to stick or

jam when opening or closing,

When replacing the deep full-width basket:

Tilt the basket back and lower it down into
the drawer, Rotate the basket to a horizontal

position and press it down into the 6 alignment
tabs,

NOTE.Always be sure that the basket is seated
in all 6 slide bracket tabs before sliding back

into the freezer, The basket can be turned in
either direction front to back and installed into

the freezer,

When replacing the basket, make sure that

the wire tabs and wire hooks on the sides of the
basket go into the slots in the top of the upper

basket slides,

NOTE.Always be sure to fully close this basket,

Appearance may vary

Appearance may vary

Toremove the shallow full-width basket:

Pullthe basket out to the stop location,

Lift the front up and over the stop location,

Lift the basket up and out,

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About the automatic icemaker.

A newly installed refrigerator may take 72 to 24 hours to begin making ice.

Power

Icemaker

Green

Power

Light switch in the O(oft)position,

Automatic/cemaker (on some models)

The icemoker will produce seven cubes percycle-

approximately 100-130 cubes ina 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment temperature,
room temperature, number of door openings and

other use conditions,
Seebelow for how to access ice and reach the
power switch,
Ifthe refrigerator isoperated before the water

connection is made to the icemaker, set the power

When the refrigerator has been connected to the
water supply,set the power switch to the I(on)

position,The icemaker power light will turn green

when the freezer light switch is pressed in or when
the freezer door is closed,

The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to 15°F

(-10°C),Anewly installed refrigerator may take 12to
24 hours to begin making icecubes,

You will hear a buzzing sound each time the

icemaker fillswith water,

Throw away the first few batches of iceto allow the
water lineto clear,

Accessing Ice and Reaching the

Power Switch

Besure nothing interferes with the sweep of the
feeler arm,

When the bin fills to the levelofthe feeler arm, the
icemaker will stop producing ice, It isnormal for

several cubes to bejoined together,
If iceisnot used frequently, old ice cubes will

become cloudy, taste stale and shrink,

NOTE."Inhomes with lower-than-average water
pressure,you may hear the icemakercycle multiple
times when making one batch ofice,

NOTE."Setthe power switch to the 0 (oft)position
if the water supply Lsshut off

Avoid contact with the

moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or
with the heating element (located on the
bottom of the ice maker) that releases the
cubes, Do not place fingers or hands on the
automatic ice making mechanism while the
refrigerator is plugged in,

To reach the power switch.

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Dispenser Cradle

Toreach the icemaker power switch, pull the shelf
above the icebin straight out,Always be sureto
replace the shelf,

Toaccess ice,simply pull the bin forward,

Icemaker Accessory Kit

Ifyour refrigerator did not come already equipped

with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory

kit isavailable at extra cost,

To Use the Dispenser (on some rnodds)

Pressthe glassgently against the top of the
dispensercradle,

The spill shelf is not self-draining, Toreduce water
spotting, the shelf should becleaned regularly,

lf no water is-dispensed when the refrigerator is-first
installed there may be air in the water line system,

Pressthe dispenserarm for at least two minutes to
remove trapped air from the water lineand to fill the

water system,Toflush out impurities in the water line,

throw away the first six glasshJLsof water,

To access ice.

Checkthe back of the refrigerator for the specific
icemaker kit neededfor your model,

Locking the Dispenser

Pressthe LOCKpad for 3 seconds to lock
the dispenserand control panel,To unlock,
pressand hold the pad again for 3 seconds,

Im

, LOCK

HoJd 3 seconds

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To Use the Internal Water Dispenser (on some mode/s)

Thewater dispenser is located on the leftwall inside
the refrigerator compartment,

Todispense water:

O Holdthe glassagainst the recess,
O Pushthe water dispenser button,

Holdthe glass underneath the dispenser for 2-3
secondsafter releasing the dispenser button,

Water may continue to dispense after the button

isreleased,

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The door handles and trim. Clean with a cloth

dampened with soapy water, Dry with a soft
cloth, Do not use wax on the door handles and

trim,

Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance

wax or mild liquid dish detergent, Dry and

polish with a clean, soft cloth,

Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled
dish cloth or wet towel These may leave a

residue that can erode the paint, Do not use
scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach

or cleaners containing bleach because these

products can scratch and weaken the paint

finish,

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/fno water is-dispensed when the refrigerator is-first
installed there may be air in the water line ,system,

Pressthe dispenserbutton for at least2 minutes to
remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the

water system,During thisprocess,the dispensernoise

may be loud as theair is-purged from the water line
,system,Toflush out impurities in the water line,throw

away the first 6 glasshuLsof wate_
NOTE."Toavoid water deposits,the dispensershould

be c/eanedperiodically by wiping with a dean cloth
or sponge,

The stainless steel panels and door handles.

The stainless steel doors and door handles
(on some models) can be cleaned with a
commercially available stainless steel cleaner,
Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers

Friend Soft Cleanser TM will remove rust,
tarnish and small blemishes, Use only a liquid
cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction

of the brush lines with a damp soft sponge,
Do not use appliance wax or polish on the

stainless steel,

Silver-plated plastic parts. Wash parts with
soap or other mild detergents, Wipe clean with
a sponge, damp cloth or paper towel,

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

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box

of baking soda in the refrigerator and freezer
compartments,

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.

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

switches, lights or controls,
Use an appliance wax polish on the inside

surface between the doors,
Use warm water and baking soda solution-

about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to
a quart (1 liter) of water, This both cleans and

neutralizes odors, Rinse and wipe dry,

After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin

layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at

the hinge side, This helps keep the gaskets from

sticking and bending out of shape,

Do not clean glass shelves
or covers with warm water when they are
cold, Glass shelves and covers may break
if exposed to sudden temperature changes

or impact such as bumping or dropping,
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into

many small pieces if it breaks,
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in

the dishwasher,

Silver-accented plastic parts. Wash parts with
soapy water, Wipe clean with a sponge, damp

cloth or paper towel,
Do not scrub with steel-wool pads or other

abrasive cleaners,

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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. (cont.)

Behind the Refrigerator

Be careful when moving the refrigerator away

from the wall, All types of floor coverings can

be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings
and those with embossed surfaces,

Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom

front of the refrigerator,

Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it

to position by pushing it straight in, Moving the

refrigerator in a side direction may result in
damage to the floor covering or refrigerator,

Preparing for Vacation

For long vacations or absences, remove food
and unplug the refrigerator, Clean the interior

with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon

(15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of

water, Leave the doors open,

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

refrigerator,

Lower the leveling legs until they touch the
floor,

When pushing the refHgerawr back, make
sure.you don't rofl over the power cord or
icemaker supp_ line (on some models),

If the temperature can drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicer drain the water supply

system (on some models) to prevent serious
property damage due to flooding,

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as base grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them securely

in place to prevent damage,

When using a hand truck to move the

refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the
refrigerator against the hand truck, This could
damage the refrigerator, Handle only from the

sides of the refrigerator,

Be sure the refrigerator staj/s in an upright
position during moving,

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Replacing the light bulbs. GEApplia.cescom

Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a

live wire filament, (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced,)
Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit,

Refrigerator Lights

O Unplug the refrigerator,

O To remove the light shield, grasp the shield

at the back and pull out to release the tabs
at the back,

Rotate the shield down and then forward to
release the tabs at the front of the shield,

Freezer Light

A
V After replacing with an appliance bulb of

the same or lower wattage, replace the
shield,

Plug the refrigerator back in,

NOTE'Appliance bulbs may be ordered from
GEParts and Accessories, 800,626,2002,

Appearance may vary

ili _i

Lights are

behind crisper

drawers

Unplug the refrigerator,

Remove the freezer basket for access, The
bulb is located at the rear of the freezer

inside a light shield,
To remove, grasp the shield at the top and

pull out to release the tabs at the bottom,

Middle Lights

Unplug the refrigerator,
The bulbs are located behind the crisper

O

drawers, To remove the drawers, lift up
slightly while pulling the drawer past the

stop location,
Replace the bulbs with appliance bulbs

of the same or lower wattage,
Replace crisper drawers by sliding them

gently back onto the tracks while lifting up
slightly,

Plug the refrigerator back in,

After replacing with an appliance bulb of
the same or lower wattage, replace the

shield and freezer basket,

Plug the refrigerator back in,

Light Bulbs

15

Installation

efrigerator

Instructions

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

In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

Models 20, 21, 22 and 23

• IMPORTANT- Savetheseinstructions

for local inspector's use.

" IMPORTANT - Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

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

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

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

• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

20 minutes
Water Line Installation

30 minutes

Adjustable Wrench

1/4" Outer Diameter

Compression Nut

and Ferrule (sleeve)

(icemaker models only)

3/32", 1/8" and 3/16" Allen

wrenches

3/8" and 5/16" Socket

Ratchet/Driver

Phillips 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 (ON SOME MODELS)

If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A GEwater supply
kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and
instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer,
by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com (in
Canada at www.GEAppliances.ca) or from Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002 (In Canada .888.261.3055).

1/8" Drill Bit and
Electric or Hand Drill

Pencil

Wire CuLLers

Tape measure

1/4" Nut Driver

Level

16

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.

, Do not install the refrigerator in a location exposed to

water (rain, etc.) or direct sunlight.

, Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully

loaded.

CLEARANCES

Forclearance for ease of installation, proper air
circulation and plumbing and electrical, please refer to
the rating plate on the top left wall of the refrigerator.

REMOVETOPCAP(onsome models)

, IMPORTANTNOTE:This refrigerator is 34-1/2" 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.

, SKIDREMOVAL:Tilt refrigerator to each side to

remove skid.

, 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 PEOPLEmove and complete this installation.

rA1 Locate and remove the two Phillips head screws on

the top of the refrigerator. Remove the two screws
on each side at the rear of the top cap. Lift off and

remove top cap.

r_ Removethe fresh-food door. Referto Steps 1

through 3 of "Reversing the Door Swing" section.

[] Removethe bottom freezer drawer. Referto

"Removing Freezer Drawer" section.

r_ Move refrigerator to the installation location.

REMOVETOPCAP(cont.) (onsome models)

REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP

r_ Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge.

Reinstalltop hinge. NOTE:Ensurethe door is properly
aligned to the case top to avoid readjustment of the
door during top cap reinstallation.

r_ Placecap over the top of the refrigerator. Reinstall

the original screws in the top and back of the cap.

[] Reinstallthe bottom freezer drawer. Referto

"Replacing the Freezer Drawer" section.

A

Top Hinge B

[{1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE

(icemaker and dispenser models)

A cold water supply is required for automatic
icemaker operation. If there isnot a cold water

supply, you will need to provide one. See/nstalling

the Water Linesection.

NOTES:

, Before making the connection to the refrigerator,

be sure the refrigerator power cord isnot plugged
into the wall outlet.

Ifyour 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 inthe water line
near the refrigerator, If using GESmartConnecC

Refrigerator Tubing Kit,you will need an additional
tube (WXO8X10002)to connect the filter, Do not cut

plastic tube to install filter,

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR(cont,)

ITI CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATORTO

THE HOUSEWATER LINE

(cont.)

[] If you are using copper tubing, placea

compression nut and ferrule(sleeve)onto the
end ofthe tubingcoming from the house cold
water supply.

If you are using the GE SmartConnect '_
tubing, the nuts are already assembled to
the tubing.

r_ 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 'Mtubing,
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.

F_ Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to

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

One of the illustrations below will look like
the connection on your refrigerator.

Icemaker-Ready models

1/4"Copper

D-ITURN ON THEWATER SUPPLY

(icemaker and dispenser models}

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

[3-]PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

On models withan icemaker,beforeplugging
inthe refrigerator,make surethe icemaker

power switch is set to the O (off) position.

See the grounding information attached to the
power cord.

[TIPUTTHEREFRIGERATORINPLACE

Move the refrigeratorto itsfinallocation.

Clamp

Tubing

1/#'
Compression

Nut_-_

Ferrule
(sleeve) J _

Refrigerator
Connection /

Icemaker-lnstalled Models

Refrigerator (sleeve) Compression
Connection

SmartConnecff
Tubing

SmartConnectTM

Tubing

Ferrule 1/#'

Tubing Clamp

[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

Adjustable legs at the front corners of the
refrigerator should be set so the refrigerator is
firmly positioned on the floor, and the front is
raised just enough that the door closes easily
when opened about halfway.

To adjust the leveling legs, turn the

legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.

1/4" Tubing

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Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE THE FRESHFOOD

DOOR HANDLE

(For placement in the installation location
or reversal of the handles = on some

models}

Stainless steel (on
some models):

O REMOVING

THE DOOR

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

For Double Door
models follow the Mounting

same procedure Fasteners
on the opposite

door. (appearance may vary)

Plastic handle
(on some models):

O REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Depress the

tab on the underside of the handle and slide
the handle up and off of the mounting

fasteners.

@ REVERSINGTHE DOOR HANDLE (on some

models):

• Remove

D3 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: If the handle mounting fasteners need
to be tightened or removed, use a 3/16" Allen
wrench.

(appearancemayvary)
Plastic handle
(on some models):

O REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Depress the tab

on the underside left of the handle and slide the
handle left and off of the mounting fasteners.

Note: if the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed use a 3/16" Allen wrench.

@.

the handle

mounting
fasteners with Badge

a 3/16" Allen
wrench and
transfer
the handle

mounting Mounting
fasteners to Fasteners

the right side.

• Remove the (appearance may vary)
logo badge.

• Remove and transfer the plug button to
the left side of the fresh food door. NOTE:

Use a flat plastic edge to prevent damaging
the door. Remove any adhesive on the door
with a mild detergent. Remove the paper
covering on the adhesive backing on
the logo badge prior to carefully attaching
the badge to the door.

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(appearance may vary)

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR(cont,)

rs] ATTACH THE FRESHFOOD

DOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel handle:

Q Attach the

handle to the
handle mounting

fasteners and
tighten the set

screws with a
3/32" Allen
wrench.
NOTE: For
Double Door
models follow
the same

procedure on the
opposite door.

Plastic handle:
O Attach the handle to the handle mounting

fasteners by aligning the slots with the
handle mounting fasteners.

Q Slide it down until it is firmly locked into

position.

Mounting
Fasteners

(appearance may vary)

[] ATTACH THE FREEZERDOOR HANDLE

Stainless steel and plastic handles:
@ 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,

Plastic handle: (on some models

(appearance may vary)

Q Attach the handle to the handle mounting

fasteners by aligning the slots with the handle
mounting fasteners,

QSlide it right until it is firmly locked into position.

Slots on back
of handle

Slots on back of
handle

Mounting
fasteners

NOTE: Before attaching the
handle, make sure the tab is

oriented as shown,

(appearance may vary)

(appearance may vary)

2O

Installation Instructions

LEVELTHE 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.

r_ Remove the grille by removing the two Phillips

head screws.

SET THE CONTROLS

Set the controls to the recommended setting.

5 5

47

IREcoEOCO.,RO,os]

L

0 °F IS RECOMMENDED 37 °F IS RECOMMENDED

REMOVE PACKAGING, START
ICEMAKER

(icemaker models)

A) Remove all tape, foam and protective

packing from shelves and drawers.

B) Remove the tie downs from the freezer

baskets.

C) Place half width basket onto drawer

slides. See About the freezer section for
instructions.

r_ Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise

the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

i_-,__ To avoid possible personal
injury or property damage, the leveling legs

must be firmly touching the floor.

r_ Replace the base grille by inserting the two

Phillips head screws.

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

ice bin.

NOTE:
In lower water pressure conditions, the water

valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver
enough water to the icemaker.

21

Installation Instructions

REMOVING THE FREEZERDRAWER

The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed,
to fit through tight areas.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

rT] REMOVE THE BASKET

[] Open the freezer drawer until it stops.
r_ The freezer basket rests on a frame inside the

freezer drawer. Lift the basket up at the back.

rcl Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up

and out of the drawer.

[Z] REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT FROM

THE SLIDES(cont.)

r_ Lift up on both sides of the freezer drawer

handle to separate the drawer railings from
the rail assemblies.

r_ Set the drawer front on a non-scratching

surface.

FD] Push the rail assemblies back into locking

position.

\

Rail Assembly DrAwer

Assembly

r}-i REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT

FROM THE SLIDES

rA] Remove the screw on each side of the railing.

Screw

[_] REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE

(if needed)

If, after removing the freezer drawer and
refrigerator door, the refrigerator will still not
fit through a doorway, the base grille can be

removed.
Remove the base grille by removing the screws.

22

Installation Instructions

Two people may be required to complete
this procedure.

I-{1ATTACH AND SECURETHE DRAWER

FRONTTO THE SLIDES

r_ Pullout the rail assemblies to the full length

on each side of the cabinet.

[] Locate the slots on the inside of the rail

assemblies near the back.

Slot

IT] ATTACH AND SECURE THE DRAWER

FRONTTOTHE SLIDES(cont.)

[] Replace the screws on both rail assemblies.

\

Screw

[2] REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET

Replace the lower freezer basket by lowering it
into the frame.

Rail assembly

r_ Insert the hooks at the back of the drawer

railings into the slots on the rail assemblies.

r_ Lower the front of the drawer, making sure the

tabs on the sides of the railings fit into the front
slots in the rail assemblies.

G

--Tab

23

Installation Instructions

REVERSINGTHEDOORSWING(Single Door Refrigerator Models only)

IMPORTANT NOTES

When reversing the door swing:
NOTE: Door swing is not reversible on stainless

steel models.

• Read the instructions all the way through before
starting.

• Parts are included in the door hinge kit.

• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid
using them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratching work surface for
the doors.

IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the

cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are for changing the hinges

from the right side to the left side-if you ever want
to change the hinges back to the right side, follow

these same instructions and reverse all references
to left and right.

• Once door swing is finalized, ensure the logo
badge is properly aligned and permanently
secured to the door by removing the adhesive
cover on the back side. NOTE: A replacement
logo badge is included in the hinge kit.

Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet,
Empty all door shelves, including the dairy

compartment.

IT1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Tape the door shut with masking tape.

%

FB1 Remove the hinge cover on top of the

refrigerator door by carefully prying it up with a
putty knife, if necessary.

FC-3Using a 5/16" socket ratchet/driver, remove

the bolts securing the top hinge to the cabinet.
Then lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge
pin from the socket in the top of the door.

FD1 Carefully remove the door thimble from inside

the socket. This will be used again when
reinstalling the door on the other side.

0

Hinge Cover

TopHinge

DoorThimble

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Adjustable Wrench

Masking Tape

@

Phillips Screwdriver

5/16" Socket Ratchet/

Driver

Thin-blade Screwdriver

TorxT-20Driver

©

Remove the tape and tilt the door away from
the cabinet. Lift the door off the center hinge
pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble
remains on the hinge pin or inside door hinge
pin hole located in the bottom of the door.

[E] Set the door on a non-scratching surface with

the inside up.

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Installation Instructions

[] REMOVECENTERHINGE

rA1 Remove the hinge pin from the hinge bracket.

The hinge pin will be used again with the new
hinge bracket for the other side.

r_ Using a 5/16" socket ratchet/driver, remove the

bolts securing the center hinge to the cabinet.
Set the bolts aside.

I_ INSTALLCENTERHINGE

rA1 Transfer the plug button and screw hole cover

in the hinge holes on the left side to the right
side.

TRANSFERREFRIGERATORDOORSTOP

%

%

Remove the door stop on right side of the
bottom of the refrigerator door by removing

the two screws.

[]

Move the plastic hinge hole thimble to the
opposite hole.

Install the door stop on the left side, making
sure to line up the screw holes in the door stop

with the holes in the bottom of the door.

Bottom of Bottom of

Refrigerator Door Refrigerator Door

(Right Side) (Left Side)

El TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR

DOOR HANDLE TO RIGHT

Refer to Remove the Fresh Food Door Handle
and Attach the Fresh Food Door Handle
sections for instructions.

r_ A new hinge bracket is required for the left

side (supplied in the door hinge kit). Install the
center hinge from the kit on the left side.

[] Install the hinge pin into the new hinge bracket.

° j° °_°---°-°

25

Installation Instructions

REVERSINGTHE DOOR SWING (cont.)

ITI REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR

r_ 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.

[_ Insert the door thimble into the hinge hole on

top of the refrigerator door and then insert the
top hinge pin. Make sure the door is aligned
with the cabinet. Attach the hinge to the top of
the cabinet loosely with the bolts.

r_ Make sure the gasket on the door is flush

against the cabinet and is not folded. Support
the door on the handle side and make sure the

door is straight and the gap between the doors
is even across the front. While holding the door
in place, tighten the top hinge bolts. Replace
the hinge cover.

ITI INSTALL THE LOGO BADGE

Remove the adhesive backing paper and align
the pins on the back of the badge with the

holes in the door. Apply pressure to the badge
to ensure it sticks to the door.

26

Installation Instructions

REMOVINGTHE DOORS(Double Door Refrigerator Models only)

IMPORTANT NOTES

NOTE: Door swing is not reversible.

• Read the instructions all the way through before
starting,

• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid
using them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratching work surface for
the doors,

IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move

the cabinet.
These instructions are for removing the doors.

Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
Empty all door shelves, including the dairy

compartment.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

[]] REMOVETHE REFRIGERATORDOORS

[_ Tape the doors shut with masking tape.

(for water dispenser models)

Start with left-hand door first: Remove the
screw securing the center hinge cover, lift the

hinge cover and place to the side on top of the
refrigerator.

Adjustable Wrench

Masking Tape

Phillips Screwdriver

3/8" and 10 mm Socket

Ratchet/Driver

Thin-blade Screwdriver

(for water dispenser models)

r61

Remove water coupling and power coupling.

I I I "v" Rernovethe metal

spring clip, Use a
screwdriver to push
the red plastic locking

r_ ,___ip_. down and off,

____"_-<--Push red collar

___--\_ and hold,

Pull apart
power coupling

to disconnect

I [ Pull tube,

Power Coupling
Black mark
flush with
collar assembly

Water Coupling

27

Installation Instructions

REMOVINGTHE DOORS(cont.)

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS

(cont.)

r_ Remove the hinge cover on top of the

refrigerator door by removing the Phillips head
screw and pulling it up.

r_ Using a 5/16" socket ratchet/driver, remove

the bolts securing the top hinge to the cabinet.
Then lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge
pin from the socket in the top of the door.

0

Hinge Cover

TopHing

0

[] REMOVECENTERHINGE

Using a 5/16" socket ratchet/driver, remove the
bolts securing the center hinge to the cabinet.
Set the hinge and bolts aside.

[_] REMOVEOPPOSITEDOOR

Follow the same procedure on the opposite

door. There are no wires, water lines or center

hinge covers on the opposite side.

I-Z1REMOVE FREEZER DRAWER

Refer to the Removing the Freezer Drawer

section for instructions.

FN Remove the tape and tilt the door away from

the cabinet. Lift the door off the center hinge
pin. Ensure that the plastic hinge pin thimble
remains on the hinge pin or inside door hinge
pin hole located in the bottom of the door.

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

the inside up.

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Installation Instructions

REPLACING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only)

FT1INSTALLCENTERHINGE

Install the center hinge on each side.

I-_ REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOORS

rA1 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.

r61

Route wires through bottom left hinge pin slot.
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
loosely with the bolts.

!

[]] REHANG REFRIGERATORDOORS (CONT.)

r_ 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. Replace the hinge cover

and screw.

TopHnge

FB1REPLACE OPPOSITE DOOR

Follow the same procedure on the opposite
door. There is no water line or hinge cover.

F41ALIGN DOUBLE DOORS

If the top of the doors are uneven, first try to
raise the lowest door by turning the leveling leg

on the same side as the door until the doors
are even. If the unit rocks, re-adjust the leveling

legs to the extent that the unit is stable.

Bottom
Left Hinge

Pin Slot

(appearance may vary)

r_ On left-hand doors, pass the wires and water

line through the center hinge pin. Then connect

the water line and 4-pin connector.

Center Hinge Pin

4-Pin

Connector Water Line j

If the doors remain uneven, turn the adjustable

pin to raise, or lower, the left door to match
the right door. Use a 1/4" Allen wrench to turn
the pin.

F51REPLACE FREEZER DRAWER

Refer to the Replacing the Freezer Drawer

section for instructions.

29

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER MODELS)

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 'M

Refrigerator Tubing (WXOSX10006, WXOSX10015
and WXOSX10025).

When connecting your refrigerator to a GE Reverse

Osmosis Water System, the only approved
installation is with a GERVKit. 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 ROfilter 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, make sure the icemaker power

switch is in the 0 (off) position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where

temperatures fall below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power

drill) during installation, be sure the device is double
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.

All installations must be in accordance with local

plumbing code requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

J

• Copper or GE SmartConnect TMRefrigerator

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 'MRefrigerator Tubing Kits
are available in the following lengths:

8' (2.4 m) - WXOSX10006

15' (4.6 m) - WXOSX10015

25' (7.6 m) - WXOSX10025

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