GE PSB48LSRABV, PSB48LGRAWV, PSB48LGRABV, PSB42LSRBBV, PSB42LSRABV Owner’s Manual

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

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Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker ........... ] 0

Care and Cleaning .......... ] 9, ] 3

Drawers and Baskets ............ 9

Ice and _h'ater Dispenser ..... ] 0, ] ]

Refligerator Doors ............. 8

Replacing the Light Bulbs ....... ] 4

Shelves and Bins ............... 7

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

_4'a te r Fil te r ................... 6

Installation Instructions

Anti-Tip Brackets .............. 30

Dimensions, Clearances ........ 17

Door, Grille Panels ......... 39, 33

Installation Space ............. 17

Leveling ..................... 31

Panel Dimensions .......... 91-26

Water Line ................ 99, 30

h'ater Supply ................. 34

Troubleshooting Tips ....... 37-39

Normal Operating Sounds ...... 36

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Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

Performance Data Sheet ........ 49

Product Registration ........ 45, 46

State of Calitbrnia ¼'ater

Treatment Device Certificate ..... 43

_'arranty (Canadian) ........... 40

_'arrantv (U.S.) ............... 41

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Find these numbers on a label inside the refl'igerator compartment at the

top on the right side.

197D6233002 49-60427 !1-05 Jfl

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 refrigerator must be properl_ installed

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

i)::Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang

on the shelves in the refl-igerato_: They could damage the refl_igerator and seriously iqj m'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 extremeE cold sm_fhces.

_?_Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

\:q)ms and liqtfids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

i)::In refi_igeratoi_ with automatic icemake_,

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

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

icemaking mechanism while the refl_igerator is plugged in.

i)::Keep finge_s out _ff the "pinch point" areas;

clearances between the dooi_ and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small.

Be careful closing doms when children are in the area.

i)_:Set the master power switch to the 0 (0['[} position

before cleaning or making repai_.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servlc/ng be

performedbyaqualifiedindividual

i)_:Do not refi'eeze fl'ozen foods that have

thawed complemly:

DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

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

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

please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator or Freezer:

iJi::Take off the dome.

!i_:I,eave the shelves in place so that children ma)

not easiE climb inside.

Refrigerants

_M1refl_igeration products contain refl'igerants, which trader federal law must be removed prior

to product disposal. If wm are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with the

company handling the disposal abo/it what

to do.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

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

personal safe_ this appfiance must be properly grounded.

Tile power cord of this appliance is equipped

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

to minimize tile possibili V of electric shock hazard fi'om this appliance,

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

propedy grounded.

If tile outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it is _mr personal responsibili F and obligation to have it

replaced with a properly grounded %prong wall outlet.

Tile refl-igerator, should ahvavs, be I)lugged,, into its own indixidual electrical outlet which has a xoltage rating that matches tile rating plate.

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

could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.

Never Iun )lug,,_our refl_igerator, 1)_,I)tilling, on tile I)°wer cord . _Mwavs,,ii,gri) )lug fimdv, and pull .strai,d/t.,

out fl'om tile outlet.

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

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

\_]/en moving tile refiigerato_; be careflfl not to roll over or daillage tile power cord.

DONOTUSEANADAPTERPLUGOREXTENSIONCORD

(Adapterplugs notpermitted in Canada)

Do not use an adapter plug to connect the refrigerator to a 2-prong outleL Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, gecom

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the

refrigerator compartment and O°Ffor the freezer compartment. Allow

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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.

NOTE:The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the

temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.

To change the temperature, press and release the WARMER or COLDER button. SETwill ilhuninate in

the display, as well as the set telnperature. To change the teinperature, tap either the WARMERor

COLDERbutUm (while sEris ilhuninated) until tile

desired tenlperature is displayed. ReliJgerator telnperatures can be a@usted between 34°F and 47°F and the fl'eezer telnperamres can be ac!iusted

between -6°F and +S°E

PerformanceAk FlowSystem

The Perfimnance Ah=Fhm' System is designed to nmxilnize telnperature control ill the refiigerator

and ti'eezer colnpartn/ents. This tlniqtle special teamI'e consists of tile _MI"Tower along tile back

Once the desired telnperature has been set, the telnperamre display will clear after 10 seconds.

To display tile telnperature, tile DISPLAYTEMP button Inav be tapped.

Several ac!jusunents inav be required. Each dine ):ou a@ust controls, allow 94 houls fi)r the refl_igei'ator to reach the telnperamre you have set.

wall of the refligerator and the fl'eezei; Placing fi_od

ill fl'ont of tile lou',eI_ on these colnponents will not affect pelt oi_nance.

Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemode/s)

_ artridge

Holder

Place the top of the cartridge up inside the cartridge holder and slowly turn it clockwise.

Filter _ Bypass_ J

RESETWATERFILTER

HOLD3SECS 0

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter ('art_i(lge is located in the top grille c()ml)artn/ent. Flip up the panel

top grille to access the water filte_:

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indicator light ti:,r the water filter cartridge on the disi)ense_;

This light will turn orange to tell )'ou that you need to replace the filter soon,

The filter cartridge should be rei)laced when the rei)lacement indicator light turns

red or if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

The filter cartridge is designed to filter 500 gallons ot water (lasting al)l)roximately

12 months).

O If you, are rei)lacing, the cartri(l(,e_, first

remoxe the old one bx slowly tm'nino it counterclockwise. Do not pull down

on the cartridge. A small amotmt of water may drip down.

Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the tn I) to alh)w fi)r better

flow fl'om the dispenser immediately after instnllation.

IJning uI) the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge hol(le_; place the

top (ff the new cartridge uI) inside the holder: Do not push it up into

the holdex:

Slowly tm'n it clockwise tmtil the filter cartridge stoi)s. DO NOTOVERTIGHTEN.

_s you tm'n the cartridge, it will automatically raise itself into position.

Cartridge will rotate about l/4 turn.

O Rtm water fl'om the dispenser For

.'_ I//iIltltes (about 1½ gallons) to clear the s_stem and prevent sputtering.

0 Press and hold the RESETWATERFILTER

button on the dispenser for 3 seconds.

NOTEJAnewly-installed water filter

cartridge may cause water to spurt fi'om the dispense_:

Filter Bypass Plug

Y)u must use the filter 1))})ass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is not

available. The bypass i)lug will be taped to the door bin in the new trait.

NOTE:The dispenser and the icemaker

will not operate without the filter or filter

bypass plug.

Replacement Filters:

Toorder additional filter cartridges

in the United States,visitour Webs#e, ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.

GWF Suggested Retail $34.95 USD

Customers in Canada should constflt the x,ellow pages tin" the nearest (;amco

Serxice Center:

Abouttheshelves andbins. ge.cem

Not all features are on all models.

Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Bins

Refrigerator eros

_Mi door bins, except tbr tile deep gallon Do not block door bin and fleezer bins, are ac!justabie and can be mo;ed up and down to lneet

}()[lr storage needs. Tile deep gallon door bin and tile fl'eezer bins can be removed

for cleaning.

To remove anyhiu: I,ift tile bin up and ptd]

it toward xou.

To replace or relocate: Engage tile back side

of tile bin in tile molded supports on tile doe1: Then push down on tile Kent of tile

bin. gill will lock in place.

The snugger helps pro\ eat tipping, spilling

or sliding of small items stored on tlle door

shelf. Place a finger on either side of tile smlgger near tile rear and move it back

and fin'th to fit your needs.

Topfreezer bin

Spillpmof Shelves and Freezer Shelves

Tile special edges are designed to help prevent spills fl'om dripping to lower

shelves.

To remove shelves:

Tilt shelf up at front, then lift it up and out

of tracks on rear wall of refrigeratoi;

To replace shelves:

Select desired shelf height. _\]th shelf fl'ont raised slightly; engage top lugs in tracks at

rear of cabinet. Then lower fl'ont of shelf tmtil it locks into position.

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

CAUTION:Make

surethatiteflTsdo notblockorfail bto

the/2echute.

Abouttherefrigeratordoors.

Refrigerator Doors

When flTedoor is at 90° open,

it will automatically close. Beyond flTisstop flTedoor will stay open.

Tile l'eii_igel'ator (lool_ nlav teel different than the ones you are used to. The special

door oi)ening/closing teatul'e nlakes sure

the dool_ close all the way and are securely sealed.

When oi)ening and closing tile dool; you will notice a stopposition. _]/ell tile

door is at tile 90 ° stop position, it will

a utolnaticallv close.

Door Alignment

1t doolS are unexen, a(!iust tile l'eh_igel'ator dool:

Using a 7/32" socket wrench, turn tile

door ad'usfing.1, screw chlckwise to raise tile dool; counterclockwise to lower

tile dool: (A nyhnl phlg, inlbedded ill the threads of the pin, Ill'events the pin

ti'oln turning unless a wrench is used.)

Tile resistance xou teel at tile stop position will be reduced as tile door

is loaded with food.

O _d[ei" lille OI" tWO tt/I'ns of tile wI'ench,

oI)ell.... and close the l'efligel'ator, door

and check the alignnlent at the top

of the chlolS.

Aboutthe drawers andbaskets, ge.cem

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Drawers

Excess water that may ;/((lllIl[l];l[e ill the bottom of the dra_ers should be _iped d] T.

HuI_il_|TT CONT£OI

xl .., LO

Adjustable Humidity Drawers

Slide the control all the way to the HIsetting to proSde high humidi b' recommended %r

most vegetables.

Slide the control all the way to the LO ,settiw,_ to pro_i(le lower h umidi_' levels

reconm]ei]ded fi)r n]ost fl'uits.

How to Removeand Replace the Drawers and Freezer Baskets

To remove fresh food drawers: To replace fresh food drawers:

0 Pull the desired drawer out to the 0 Tip the back rolle_ oI the drawer

stop position, behind the rolle_ in the track.

0 I,ift up slightly on the front of the

dI'aweI:

Pull the drawer slightly forward and out of the refiJgeratot:

To remove freezer baskets:

Pull the desired 1)asket out to the stop position.

O I,ower the fl'ont of the drawer into

noI]l]_l| position.

Slide the drawer to the back of the refiJgeratoi:

To replace freezer baskets:

Place the back corne_ in the rail

with the basket tilted up.

0 i,ift up slightly on the fl'ont of the

basket.

0 Pull the basket slightly forward and

out of the fl'eezer.

0 i,ower the basket down to the nomml

position.

Slide the basket to the back of the ti'eezei:

Aboutthe ice and water dispenserandautomaticicemaker.

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

AccessDoor

IceStorageBin j@ /_

Mechanism

Ice Storage Bin

Toremove:

I,ift u I) the access door to reach the icelnaker. Set the icelnaker power switch to the 0 (off) position. With the access

door closed, support tile storage bin at the bottoln while slightly litiing. Pull bin

straight out.

Toreplace:

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

If tile bin does not go all tile way back,

relnove it aim rotate tile drive n_echaldsm l/4 tm'n. Then push tile bin back again.

Important facts about your ice and water dispenser

iJi::Do not add ice ti'oln trays or bags to tile

storage bin. It may not crush or dispense well.

iJi::Avoid oveHilling glass with ice and use of

narrow or extra-tall glasses. Backed-up ice canjaln tile chute or cause tile door in

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

spoon.

iJi::Beverages and fi)ods should not be

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

storage bin may cause tile icemaker

or auger to jam.

_: To kee I) dispensed ice fl'oln Inissing

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

_: Solne crushed ice Inay be disl)ensed

even though you selected CUBED. This hal)pens occasionally when a ti_w cubes

accidentally get directed to the crushe_:

_: _Mter crushed ice is dispensed, some

water inay dri l) fl'Oln tile chute.

iJi::Tile fi_t glass of water dispensed inav

be wanner than tile ti)llowing ones. This is nomml.

Automatic Icemaker

A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24

hours tobegin making ice.

Tile icelnaker will produce seven cubes per

cycle---al)l)roxinmtely 15 cycles or inoi'e in

a 24-hour period, del)ending on freezer

COI//l)_lI'[lllent [ei//l)ei'il[tli'e _ i'ooi//

temperatm'e, imlnber of door openings

and other use conditions.

If tile refl_igerator is operated before tile

water connection is tnade to the icetnaket; set tile power switch to 0 (of'[).

When the x'efl_igex'ator has been coxmected

to tile water SUl)pl); set tile power switch to I (on]. The green light will come on.

Throw away the first fifll bucket ot ice.

Be sure nothing interteres with tile sweep of the teeler ann.

When tile bin fills to tile level ot tile teeler aim, the icelnaker will stop produdng ice.

It is nomml fi)r several cubes to be joined together:

Switch

If ice is not used fl'equenfly, old ice cubes

will become cloud); taste stale and shrink. _MieI" tile icenlaker has been turned on

again, there will be a delay of about 45 ininutes before tile icelnaker resulnes

ol)erations.

NOtE:Inhomes with lowePthan-average

water pressure, you Inay hear tile icelnaker water wdve cycle on several times when

inaking one batch of ice. Recommended

water pressure is 60 psi.

Abouttheice andwater dispenser, gecem

ToUsetheDispenser

SpillShelf

Select CUREDI_J, CRUSHEDt_)

or WATER_j

Press tile glass gently against tile middle

of tile dispenser pad.

Tile spill shelf is not seltZdraining. To reduce _;tte_"spotting, tile shelf and its grille should be cleaned regulafl>

If no water isdispensedwhen the refrigeratoris first installed,there may he

air in thewater line system.Pressthe dispenserarmfor at least two minutesto

removetrapped air fromthe water line and tofig the water system.Toflushout impuritiesin thewater line, throw away

thefirstsix glassfulsofwater.

CA UT_O_V: Neverputfingere

or any other objectsinto theice crusher dischargeopening.

Lockingthe Dispenser

HOLD FOR Press tile LOCK/LIGHT

3SECS

TO ACTIVATE

LOCK[_

LIGHT

btlttOll for _4seconds

to lock tile dispenser and control panel. To

unlock, piess and hold

tile button again for

_4secollds.

Quick Ice

_he. ,..,5.eedice

QUICK iCE ill a hmwv press this

button to speed up ice

il.l-e.sei eI)I'od,,,ti,,,l

for tile fi>llowing

48 hom_ or until you press tile button again.

OoorAlarm

To ttll'n tile Door A]al'l//

DOORALARM

<,))

on, pIess tile ROOR ALARMbutton once.

Tile AcrlVElight will coi//e Oil. To tHI31 it off,

press it again. When tile DOOR ALARM is active,

tile ACTIVElight will flash if you opell tile

door and beep if you kee I) tile door open ii)l

more than 2 minutes. Tile light goes {tilt and

tile beeping stops when you close tile dool:

Dispenser tight

HOLD FOR

3SECS

TO ACTIVATE

LOCK

[ -_2" pad is pressed. If this

LIGHT be replaced with a 6 watt

This button turns

tile nightlighton tile

dispenser on and ofl_ Tile light also comes

on when tile dispenser

light bums out, it sllould

12V maxim um bulb.

Careand cleaning oftherefrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

Thespill shelf and the area beneath it shotfld

be cleaned periodicall)with a lnild liquid dish

detergent

Dispenserdriparea.

Dispenser pad. gefin'e cleaning, lock the dispenser by pressing the LOCK/LIGHT

button fin" 3 seconds to prevent actiw_ting

the dispensel: Clean with waml water

and a lnild liquid dish detergent. Rinse

thoroughly and wipe dry. Lrnlock the dispenser by pressing the LOCK/LIGHT

button fin" 3 seconds.

Doorhandles. Clean with a cloth danlpened

with soapy watel: Dry with a soft (loth.

Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a (lean

cloth lightly dampened with lnild liquid dish detelgent. Dry with a clean, soft cloth.

Do licit Mpe the l'eti_igerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These nlav leave a

residue that can danlage the finish. Do not use scoulJng pads, powdered cleanel_,

bleach or cleanel_ containing bleach because these prciducts can scratch and

danlage the finish. Stainless steel. Regulalty clean and

polish the Stainless Steel L)OOl_ with a conmlerciallv available stainless steel

cleaner such as Stainless Steel MagiU _' to preserve and protect the fine finish,

Stainless Steel Magic is a\:filable through GE Parts and Al'cessolJes, 800.626.9002,

or ge.coln. Order part ntli/lbei" _._)X10X15. Dcl licit rise al)pliance wax or polish

on the stainless steel.

Cleaning the Inside

Turnoffpower at the circuit breaker or fuse

box before cleaning. If this is licit practical,

wlJng excess illoisttlre ()tit (IJ[ sponge or

cloth when cleaning around switches, lights

or ccintrols.

Use Waml water and baking soda solution--

about a tablespoon (15 nil) of baking soda

to a quart (l liter) of Waml: This both cleans and neutralizes oclol_. Thoroughly rinse and wipe dry.

Other parts of the refrigerator,inchlding door

gaskets, snack pan and vegetable dl'aWel_, ice storage bin and all plastic parts, can be

cleaned the sanle way.

Do licit wash the tray or any plastic l'eii_igel'ator parts in the dishwashel:

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot

water because the extreme temperature

difference may cause them tobreak. Handle glass shelves carefully. Bumpingtempered

glass can cause itto shatter.

Preparing for Vacation

For long ;_l('ations oi" absences, i'eillove

tood and unplug the refl_igerator. Clean the interior with a baking soda solution ot one

tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) oI water. I,eave the doo_

open,

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

the reti_igeratm:

Preparing to Move

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

to prevent damage.

CAUTION:Duetothe.,eight

and size of this refrigerator,and to reduce the risk ofpersonal injury or damage to the

product,A MINIMUM OF4 PEOPLEARE REQUIREDTO BRING THEUNIT INTO THE HOME AND 2 PEOPLEAREREQUIREDFOR

PROPERINSTALLATION.

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

supply s)stem to prevent serious property damage due u) flooding.

Besurethe refrigeratorstaysin anupright positionduringmoving

Replacingthe lightbulbs.

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

.......................................................................................Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light

(appearance may vary)

@ Raise the grille panel, set the master

power switch to the 0 (off)i_osifion and allow lami)s to cool.

@ To remove the light shield, press on the

sides of the shield and pull down.

Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light

Thishght is located above the top drawer

@ Raise the grille panel, set the master

power switch to the 0 (off) I)osifion and allow lamps to cool.

Remove items flxm_ the shelf above the light shield. Remove the shelfi

Use both hands to grasp each end of the light shield. Press in on the bottom

ol the shield with your thumbs while rotating the cover up and out.

Freezer Compartment

@ Replace the bulbs Mth appliance bulbs

of the same or lower wattage, . Rei)lace the shield by engaging the bottom tab

into the slot and apI)lying light fiwward pressure until the shield snaps in place.

@ Set the master power switch h) the I (On)

position and close the grille panel.

O Replace the bull) with an appliance

bulb of the same or lower wattage. Replace the shield by engaging the

bottoln tab into the slot aim appl)h_g light fiwward pressure until the shield

snaps in place.

O Set the inaster power switch to the I (On)

position and close the grille panel.

@ Raise the grille panel, set the inaster

power switch to the 0 (Off) position aim

allow lamps to cool.

@ ]_emoxe the items fl'om the shelf just

below the light shield. Remoxe the shelfi

To remoxe the light shield, press down

on the top of the shield and pull the tabs ()tit of the shits. Tilt the shield

fi)rward aild ()tit.

Dispenser

@ Raise the grille panel, set the master

power switch to the 0 (Off) position and allow lamps to cool.

@ The bulb is located in the dispenser

under the control panel. Remove the two screws fl'om the light shield. Slide

the light shield toward the dispenser to disengage the tabs, then remove the

light shield. Renlove the light bulb by turIfing it counterclockwise.

Replace the bull) with an appliance bulb of the Salne or lower wattage,

and reinstall the light shield. ]),el)lace the shield by engaging the bottoln tab

into the slot and aI_plying light torward pressure until the shield snaps in place.

O Set the inaster power swimh to the I(On)

position and close the grille panel.

Replace the bulb with a bulb of the same size and wattage. Replace the

light shield by sliding the tabs into the slots in the fl'ont of the dispenser.

Replace the two screws.

@ Set the master power switch to the I (on)

position and close the grille panel.

Installation

Built-InSide-By-Side

Refrigerators

Instructions

PSB42LGRWV,PSB42LGRBV,PSB42LSRBV, PSB48LGRWV,PSB48LGRBV,PSB48LSRBV

l If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our website at: ge.com I

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - Observeall

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions for the consumer's and local

inspector's use.

• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions with your Owner's Manual for future reference.

• Skill Level - Installation of this refrigerator requires basic mechanical, carpentry and plumbing skills. Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the GE Appliance Warranty. See warranty information.

• Completion Time - 90 minutes (new installations require more time than replacement installations).

,_ CAUTION:

Due to the weight and size of this refrigerator, and to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the product, A MINIMUM OF 4

PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THE UNIT INTO THE HOME AND 2 PEOPLE ARE

REQUIRED FOR PROPER INSTALLATION.

,A WARNING:

• These refrigerators are top-heavy and must

be secured to prevent the possibility of

tipping forward. Anti-Tip protection is

required. See Step 4 on page 30 for details.

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose.

• Immediately repair or replace electric power

supply cords that become frayed or damaged.

• Set the Master Power switch to the O (OFF) position before cleaning or making

repairs.

• Repairs should be made by a qualified service technician.

For Profile TM local service in your area, call 1.800.432.2737.

For Profile TM service in Canada, call 1.888.880.3030.

For Profile TM Parts and Accessories, call 1.800.626.2002.

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READ CAREFULLY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Installation instructions

HARDWARE SUPPLIED

• Water filter bypass plug

• Anti-Tip brackets

MATERIALS REQUIRED

• 36" long, 2" x 4" wood block for Anti-Tip bracket installation

• #12 or #14 wood screws for Anti-Tip bracket

• Screws to secure refrigerator to cabinets

• 1/4" O.D. copper water line tubing or GE SmartConnect T'_refrigerator tubing kits

• Water shutoff valve

• Custom panels for doors and grille panel (if installing custom panels)

• Special 3M Dual Lock adhesive strips for

1/4" side panels (if installing side panels)

Anti-TipBrackets Water Filter Bypass Plug

36"WoodBlock

Water Shutoff Valve

#12or#14

WoodScrews

1/4" O.D.CopperWater Line

TubingorGESmartConnectTM

RefrigeratorTubingKit

Screws

TOOLS REQUIRED

• Tinsnipsto cut banding

• Stepladder

• Bucket

• Level

• Appliance dolly

• Tubing cutter

• Flathead screwdriver

• 1/2" open-end wrench

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• Drill and appropriate bits

• 7/32", 1/2" sockets

• Safety glasses

• 7/16" open-end wrench

• Pliers

ApplianceDolly

Special3M DualLock

AdhesiveStrips

Drill & Bits

Safety Glasses

FlatheadScrewdriver

Sockets

Open-endWrenches

Tubing Cutter

Custom Panels

Bucket

Pliers

Stepladder

PhillipsHead

Screwdriver

Level

Tinsnips

Installation Instructions

THE iNSTALLATiON SPACE

I_Finished Width

74"

FromFloor

toBottom

of Electrical

*The finished cutout width must be:

41-1/2" for 42" models and 47-1/2"

for 48" models

Water and Electrical Locations The opening must be prepared with the

electrical and water supply located as shown.

The cutout depth must be 24" The refrigerator will project forward, slightly

beyond adjacent cabinets, depending on

your installation.

DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES

25-3/8" Case Depth

_Shipping height

_Case Width_ T The front height

__ | may be adjusted

1__ H _ | from 83-1/2"to 84-1/2" 11 -_-_: _ _ / by adjusting front and

/I II III / rear leveling legs a

II ]1 IH I maximum of 1".

_81-3/4"1 l} _flll _84"From

atRearl II _ I III Floorto

% ___or42 Models

_" _l_rrrrl;:tt_:_rr_mefor 48:[Models

DepthIncluding

Handles26-7/8"

**The case width must be: 41" for

42" models and 47" for 48" models

Product Clearances These refrigerators are equipped with a 2

position door stop. The factory set 130 ° door swing can be adjusted to 90 ° if clearance to

adjacent cabinets or walls is restricted.

130 ° Door Swing 90 ° Door Swing

Additional Specifications

• A 120 volt, 60Hz, 15 or 20 amp power supply is required. An individual properly grounded branch circuit or circuit breaker is recommended. Install a properly grounded 3-prong electrical receptacle

recessed into the back wall. Electrical must be located on rear wall as shown.

Note: GFI (ground fault interrupter) is not recommended.

• Water line can enter the opening through

the floor or rear wall. The water line

installed should be 1/4" O.D. copper tubing or GE SmartConnect T_'tubing between the

cold water line and water connection location. The line should be long enough

to extend to the front of the refrigerator.

Installation of an easily accessible shutoff valve in the water line is required.

Flame

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I_D4

Models A B C D 42" 12-3/16" 16" 24" 4"

48" 13-7/16" 18-9/16" 28" 4"

Allow minimum clearances for Freezer door (Dimension A) and Fresh Food door (Dimension B) for a full 130 ° door swing

and to allow for drawer removal. Four inch (4") minimum clearance is required

when door swing is adjusted to 90 °. If the 90 °

door stop position is used, drawer access is maintained, but drawer removal is restricted.

See illustrations, pages 18 and 19, to determine door swing interaction with adjacent cabinets or countertops.

Installation Instructions

Refrigerator

23-7/8"From

Rearof

Refrigerator

3/4"

1-1/4"

2-3/4"

2-1/2"

2-1/4"

3/4" CustomPanel

(NominalSize)

Top View

130 ° Door Swing (factory setting)

Scale 1:1

FreshFood

Door

BackerPanel

Installation Instructions

Refrigerator

CaseTrim

23-7/8"

FromRearof

Refrigerator

Top View 90 ° Door Swing

(optional setting) Scale 1:1

FreshFood

Door

3/4" CustomPanel

(NominalSize)

Installation Instructions

CUSTOMIZATION BASICS:

Stainless Steel Wrapped Models

42" wide modeliPSB42LSRBV 48" wide modeliPSB48LSRBV

Stainless Steel Wrapped Refrigerators

Stainless Steel wrapped refrigerators have

wrapped doors and grille panels, and beveled

edges. These models are shipped ready for installation.

Trimmed Models

42" wide modelsipSB42LGRWV, PSB42LGRBV 48" wide modelsipSB48LGRWV, PSB48LGRBV

Trimmed Refrigerator Panels Trimmed refrigerators are designed to be

customized with decorative panels. Field

installed custom door and grille panels are required. There are three custom panel options. You can install a 1/4" framed panel, a 3/4" framed custom panel or a 3/4" full-

width overlay custom panel.

114" Framed Panels

You may install 1/4" thick custom panels from your cabinet manufacturer. The decorative

panel slides into the factory installed trim. Or, order black, white or stainless steel accessory panels from your Profile *'_dealer.

3/4" Framed Custom Panels 3/4" framed custom panels are secured

to a 1/4" finished backer panel. They are designed to slide into the factory installed trim, no kits required. The backer panel will be exposed on the handle side and

therefore must be finished.

DoorHandles

3/4" Full-Width Overlay Custom Panels 3/4" full-width overlay custom panels are designed to slide into the factory installed trim, no kits required. In this design, you can achieve a nearly trimless appearance, A spacer panel must be installed between the finished backer and appearance panel. The

backer panel will be exposed on the handle

side and therefore must be finished.

Framed Panel

DoorHandles

Accessory Panels White, black and stainless steel accessory panels are available from your Profile dealer.

Panels are cut to size and ready to install.

1/4"ThickBackerPanel

Door Handles The handles can be used to accommodate

both framed or custom panels. NOTE: For 3/4" custom panels, please refer

to diagrams on page 23 for optimum handle clearance.

PSB42LGRWV PSPK42DWW PSPK42DSS PSB42LGRBV PSPK42DBB PSPK42DSS PSB48LGRWV PSPK48DWW PSPK48DSS PSB48LGRBV PSPK48DBB PSPK48DSS

Installation Instructions

1/4" FRAMED PANEL DIMENSIONS

If you choose to install framed panels, they must be cut to the dimensions shown. The

panels will slide into the frame on the door and grille.

Door

IMPORTANT NOTE: Maximum weight for Fresh Food panel is 70 pounds and 30 pounds total for Freezer panels.

L Trim

Reveal

[ GrillePanel ]_

Cutout

Dispenser _,

Freezer Fresh Food

Panel Panel Front Panel Dimensions (in inches)

42" Models 39-15/16 10-3/4 67-7/8 48" Models 45-31/32 10-3/4 67-7/8

IMPORTANT NOTE: Dispenser Trim

The refrigerator is supplied with factory installed dispenser trim.

• If panel is less than 1/4" thick, a noticeable gap will be created around the dispenser trim. Foam tape may be applied on the door to improve the fit.

• If panel is more than 1/4" thick, the panel will not fit

behind the trim.

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18-15/32 26-15/32 17-13/16 35-5/32

16-7/16 22-11/32 17-13/16 35-5/32

Installation Instructions

3/4" FRAMED CUSTOM PANEL OPTION

For a more custom appearance, 3/4" framed custom panels may be installed on trimmed models. The overlay panel is secured to a 1/4" finished backer panel. The assembled custom panel then slides into the trim with

the same procedure described on page 33.

1'/4"

Backer

Panel

Overla

BackerPanel

NOTE: Left-to-right offset is not equal

to top-to-bottom offset.

,250 + ,750 = 1.000 Maximum Total Panel Thickness

3/4" FULL-WIDTH OVERLAY

CUSTOM PANEL OPTION

This design provides a nearly trimless appearance. The full width overlay panel covers most of the door trim. In this design,

a spacer panel must be installed between the finished backer and overlay panel,

OverlayPanel

I I I

, Overlay

Door

Backer_ L.IO inch

Panel Spacer

NOTE: Left-to-right offset is not equal

to top-to-bottom offset.

.250 + .10 + .750 = 1.100 Maximum Total Panel Thickness

IMPORTANT NOTE: Maximum total weight for any assembled Fresh Food panel is 70 pounds and 30 pounds total for Freezer panels.

Installation Instructions

3/4" FRAMED CUSTOM WOOD PANELS

Secured to a 1/4" finished backer panel. This design provides a framed appearance.

Fresh Food Panel

Required for Optimal

Handle Clearance

--3-1/8" Min.'--_

1/4" Maxs--T

I--2-I/2"J

3-1/8"

1"ThickMax.

or3/#' Plus 1/4" Backer

3/8"

Ir.,_ I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 22-5/16" 67-7/8" 3/4" Overlay Panel 18-13/16" 67-1/4"

Ir.,_ I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 26-7/16" 67-7/8" 3/4" Overlay Panel 22-15/16" 67-1/4"

Installation Instructions

3/4" FRAMED CUSTOM WOOD PANELS

Secured to a 1/4" finished backer panel. This design provides a framed appearance.

1"ThickMax.

Grille Panel

F:I I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 39-15/16" 10-3/4" 5/16"----T'--

3/4" Overlay Panel 39-7/16" 10-1/8"

F:I I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 45-15/16" 10-3/4" 3/4" Overlay Panel 45-7/16" 10-1/8"

5/16"---_

Upper Freezer Panel

F:I I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 16-7/16" 17-13/16" 3/4" Overlay Panel 12-15/16" 17-3/16"

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1/4" Backer Panel 18-7/16" 17-13/16" 3/4" Overlay Panel 14-15/16" 17-3/16"

Lower Freezer Panel

S/B"

_'J'_icl<Max.

3/8"

1" Thick Max.

or 3/4" Plus I

1/4" Backer 3-1/8"

or3/4" Plus 1/4" Backer

3-1/8"

Required for Optimal

Handle Clearance

I-'1 I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 16-7/16" 35-1/8" 3/4" Overlay Panel 12-15/16" 34-1/2"

I-'1 I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 18-7/16" 35-1/8" 3/4" Overlay Panel 14-15/16" 34-1/2"

Installation Instructions

3/4" FULL-WIDTH OVERLAY CUSTOM PANELS

This panel design provides a nearly trimless appearance.

Fresh Food Panel

Assemble the spacer

panel onto the finished backer panel, Allow

1/2" clearance on the

top, bottom and hinge

side. Allow 3-5/8" on

the handle side. Secure the panels with glue.

Be sure to observe

clearances shown on

all sides. Secure the overlay

panel to the assembled backer/spacer panel, Use glue and screws,

Countersink screws into the backer panel.

3-5/8"

(3 Z

Spacer

Panel

112"

_-_ 1/2"

Required for Optimal

r_andle Clearance

3-1/8"

Finished

Backer/

Panel

_vM?_CT_L_I Ir.,_ I:]

114" Backer Panel 22-5116" 67-7/8"

0.10" Spacer Panel 18-3/16" 66-7/8"

3/4" Overlay Panel 19-5/16" 68-1/8"

Ir.,_ I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 26-7/16" 67-7/8"

0.10" Spacer Panel 22-5/16" 66-7/8" 3/4" Overlay Panel 23-7/16" 68-1/8"

_"-1/2"

Installation Instructions

3/4" FULL-WIDTH OVERLAY CUSTOM PANELS

This panel design provides a nearly trimless appearance. Assemble the spacer panel onto the backer panel. Allow 1/2" clearance on all four sides of the

grille spacer panel. Allow 1/2" clearance on the top and hinge side, 15/16" on the bottom and 3-5/8" on the handle side of the upper freezer door panel. Allow 15/16" on the top, 1/2" clearance on the

bottom and hinge side and 3-5/8" on the handle side of the lower freezer door panel. Secure the panels with glue. Be sure to observe clearances on all sides.

Secure the appearance panel to the assembled backer/spacer panel. Use glue and screws. Countersink screws into the backer panel.

Grille Panel

F:I I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 39-15/16" 10-3/4"

0.10" Spacer Panel 38-15/16" 9-3/4" 3/4" Overlay Panel 40-3/16" 11"

F:I I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 45-15/16" 10-3/4"

0.10" Spacer Panel 44-15/16" 9-3/4" Requiredfor Optimal 3/4" Overlay Panel 46-3/16" 11"

HandleClearance

Upper Freezer Panel

F:I I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 16-7/16" 17-13/16"

0.10" Spacer Panel 12-5/16" 16-3/8" 3/4" Overlay Panel 13-7/16" 17-5/8"

F:I I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 18-7/16" 17-13/16"

0.10" Spacer Panel 14-5/16" 16-3/8" 3/4" Overlay Panel 15-7/16" 16-5/8"

Lower Freezer Panel

F:I I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 16-7/16" 35-1/8"

0.10" Spacer Panel 12-5/16" 33-11/16" 3/4" Overlay Panel 13-7/16" 34-15/16"

F:I I:]

1/4" Backer Panel 18-7/16" 35-1/8"

0.10" Spacer Panel 14-5/16" 33-11/16" 3/4" Overlay Panel 15-7/16" 34-15/16"

Upper Freezer Panel

Spacer Assembly

3-5/8"

1/2,, 1/2_

Spacer

Pane!

5/16":

Lower Freezer Panel

Spacer Assembly

3-5/8"

1/2" _

15/16'-_

Spacer

Panel

Finished

BackerPallel

1/2"_

Finished

BackerPallel

Installation Instructions

SIDE PANELS

Side panels (not supplied) must be

used whenever

the sides of the

refrigerator will be exposed. The 1/4" side panels will slip

into the side case

trim. Order side

panels from your cabinet manufacturer.

*Depending on

installation height.

FLOORING

For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on a level surface of hard material that is at the same height as the rest of the flooring. This surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator, or approximately 1500 lb.

NOTE: Protect the finish of the flooring. Cut a large section of the cardboard carton and place under the refrigerator where you are working.

GROUNDING THE REFRIGERATOR

IMPORTANT--Please read carefuly

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THiS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.

The power supply cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard three- prong (grounding) wall receptacle 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 is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong

wall outlet. DO NOT, UNDER ANY __

CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD

(GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.

DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT THE REFRIGERATOR TO A

2-PRONG OUTLET.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WiTH THiS APPLIANCE.

Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE PACKAGING

A, CAUTION: Refrigeratoris

Top-Heavy--be careful when moving. When using an appliance dolly, handle from Freezer side only.

• Carefully cut banding at the top and bottom; remove outer carton.

• Slide out rear corner posts (2).

• Slide carton off top of cabinet.

NOTE: DO NOT LAY CABINET DOWN IN ORDER TO REMOVE SKID!

• The unit is secured to the skid with six 7/16" bolts and six 1/2" nuts.

• Remove all six 7/16" bolts that secure metal brackets to the refrigerator.

Remove the three 1/2" nuts and washers from the Freezer side.

• Remove nut from rear wood block on Freezer side.

• Tilt unit up on Freezer side toward Fresh Food side.

• Push bolts down, remove metal bracket from Freezer side. Remove wood block

from Freezer side.

• Slide the appliance dolly underneath the Freezer side.

• Using corner posts (2 on front corners) to prevent damage, secure unit to appliance dolly.

NOTE: If corner posts are too long, cut the posts to a shorter length.

Toekick Taped to

Topof Unit

Eo "3_

1/2" Nut

• Lift the unit off the skid with the appliance dolly.

Remove toekick taped to the top of the unit.

• Set toekick aside for final installation.

CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT

TO ROLL OR DRAG UNTIL UNIT IS OFF SKID.

CAUTION: MAKE SURE THE

WATER LINE IS CLEAR OF APPLIANCE DOLLY TO AVOID DAMAGE.

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