GE PSW23PSSCSS, PSW23PSSAKSS, PSS29NHSAWW, PSS29NHSACC, PSS29NHSABB Owner’s Manual

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

Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker ........... 14

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

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

CustomCool _'' ................ 7, 8

Ice and VVater Dispenser ........ 15

Refiigeramr Doors ............ 12

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

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

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

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

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

Installation Instructions

Installing the Refrigerator . . . .28-31

Moving the Refligerator . .... 24-27

Preparing to Install

the Reflig>ramr . .............. 23

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

Water Line Installation ...... 32-34

Models23,25,26,27 and29

ProfileC6te fiC6te

R(Sfrig(Srateurs

La section frangaise commence a la page 46

Profile Lado a Lado

Refrigeradores

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

Normal Operating Sounds ...... 35

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

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

Product Registration ........ 43, 44

State of Calitbrnia ¼'amr

Treatment Device Certificate ..... 42

Warranty (Canadian) ........... 39

VVarramv (U.S.) ............... 40

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

La secci6n en espa#ol empieza en la pag&a 88

Find these numbers on a label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the

top on the right side.

200D2600P039 49-60342-1 11-04JR

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:

This refi_igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation

Instructions before it is used.

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

damage the refrigerator and seriously iqjm'e
themselves.

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

may stick to these extremely cold sudaces.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\:q)o_s and liquids in the vicinity ot this or any
other appliance.

In refl_igerato_ with automatic icemake_,

avoid contact with the m oving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating element

located on the bottom oI the icemake_; Do not
place finge_ or hands on the automatic

icemaking mechanism while the refl]gerator
is plugged in.

Keep finget_ out ot the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_ and between

the doo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be caretul closing doo_ when children are

in the area.

Unplug the refl_igerator before cleaning and

making repai_.

NOTE."Westronglyrecommendthat anyservicingbe
performedby a qualified individual

Setting either or both controls to 0 (off) does not
remove power to the light circuit.

Do not refl'eeze frozen foods which have
thawed completel>

_ Mwa_:s clean the CustomCooY_Tray after thawing

fi_od.

DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

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

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

please follow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.

Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator

Refrigerants

M1 refl_igeration prodtu'ts contnin refl'igerants,
which trader federal law must be removed prior

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

company handling the disposal about what

1() do.

or Freezer:

Take off the dome.

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

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

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

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

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

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

personal safety this appfiance must be properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped

with a 3-prong (gromMing) plug which mates
with a stnndard 3-prong (gromMing) wall outlet

to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.

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

propedy gromMed.

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

replaced with a propedy grotmded %prong wall
outlet.

The refl-igerator, should always, be I_lugged,, into its
own indixidual electrical outlet which has a xoltage
rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best pedimnance and also
I_rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.

Never tmi_lug your, refl'igerator, bx, I)tilling, on the
I)°wer cord. Mwavs,, II,gli _ )lug firefly, and pull straight

out fl'om the outlet.

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

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

When moving the refl'igerator away from the
wall, be carefld not to roll over or damage the
power cord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Ad_pterplug_notpermittedinco_odo)

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

However; if'you, must use an adapter; where local
codes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made

to a proi)erly grotmded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UI Aisted adapter a\:lilable at most local

1/[I I'(1W[lI'e stores.

The linger slot in the adapter must be aligned with
the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper

polarity in the com_ection of the power cord.

When disconnecting the power cord ti'om the

adapte_; alwa_:s hold the adal)ter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord i)lug with the
other hand. If this is not done, the adapter gromM

temfinal is very likely to break with repeated use.

If the adapter grotmd temfinal breaLs, DO NOT

USEthe refrigerator tmtil a proper grotmd has

been established.

Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the

cover screw is metal, and not ihsu/ated, and the waft
outlet is grounded through the house wiring. Youshould

have the circuit checked by a qualified electric&n to make
sure the outlet is properly grounded

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols. GEAppliances.com

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°1:for the

refrigerator compartment and O°Ffor 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 OFFstops cooling in both the freezer

and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power
to the refrigerator.

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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 pad. Tile SETlight will come

on and tile display will show tile set teml)eramre.
To change the temi)eratm'e, trip either the

WARMER or COLDER pad tmdl the desired

temperatm'e is displayed. ]?.efl'igerator temperatm'es
can be ac!justed between 34°F and 44°F and the

fl'eezer teInl)eratures can be ac!justed between

-6°F and +6°E

Once the desired temperattu'e has been set,
the temperatm'e display will return to the actual

reflJgerator and fl'eezer teml)eratm'es after 5
seconds. Several a(!iusunents may be reqtfired.

Each time you a(!just controls, allow 24 horn's fin" the
refl-igerator to reach tile teml)eratm'e you have set.

PerformanceAir FlowSystem

Toturn the cooling system off,tnp the WARMER pad

ti)r either tile reli-igerator or tile freezer tmtil tile

display sho_:s OFF.To turnthe unit back on,press tile

COLDERpad fi)r either tile refl-igerator or fl'eezer

The SETlight will illmninate on the side you
selecmd. Then press the COLDERpad again (on the

side where the SETlight is ilhmlinated) and it will
go to the preset points of O°Ftbr the fl'eezer and

37°Fior the refligerato_; Setting either or 1)oth
controls to Off stops cooling in both the fl'eezer

and refi_igerator compartments, but does not shut
off electrical power to the refl-igerato_;

The Perfimnance _d_glow System is designed to
maximize teml)eratm'e control in the refligerator

and fl'eezer compartments. This tmique special
feature consists of the :Mr To_vr along the 1)ack

wall of the refligerator and the :Mr Tmmel on the

bottom portion of tile freezer rear wall. Placing fi)od
in fi'ont of the louvers on these components will not

affect I)erlommnce. Although the :Mr Tower and
the ?dr Tunnel can be removed, doing so will affect

temperatm'e i)e_tormance. (For remox_fl
instructions, on-line, 24 horns a day, contnct us at

GEAl)pliances.com or call 800.GE.CARES. In
Canada, contnct us at geappliances.ca or call

1.800.361.34{10.)

AboutTurboCooEM

How it Works
TurboCooY_rapidly cools the refl_igerator

conq)artment in order to more quickly
cool fi>o(ls. Use TurboCool when adding a

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TurboCool

large amount ()f fi)()(l t() the reflJgerator

compartment, putting away fi>o(ls after they
have been sitting (>tit at room teml)erature

or when putting away waxm lefl(>vex_. It can

also be used if the refl_igerat(>r has been
without power fin" an extended period.

Once acfiw_ted, the compressor will tm'n on

immediately and the rims will fide on and

off at high speed as needed fin" eight hems,

The compressor will continue to run tmfil

the refrigerator compartment cools to

approximately 34°F (1 °C), then it will cycle

on and oit to maintain this setting, _Mter
8 hom_, or if TurboCool is pressed again,

the refrigerator compartment will retm'n
to the original setting,

How to Use
Press TurboCooLThe refiigerator

temperature display will show TO.

_Mter TurboCoolis complete, the refi_igerator

COml)artment will return t() the original
setting.

NOTES:

Therefngeratortemperaturecannotbechanged

duringTurboCool.

Thefreezertemperatureisnotaffectedduring

TurboCool.

Whenopeningtherefrigeratordoorduring
TurboCool,thefaro will contl)_ueto runif they

havecycledon.

AboutClimateKeeper2Y

14owit Works

The new ClimateKeeper2 TM is the industrv's
most a(hmlced refiJgeration system,

delivering optimmn mmperamre and

hmnidity i)e_timnance to kee I) fi>od fl'esh

longer and reduce ti'eezer burn, while
maintaining E sta_qevel efficiency.

The new ClimateKeeper2system featm'es
two evaporator,--one fi)r the refl_igerator

and one fin" the fl'eezet;

This pro\ides two separate cooling systems
fin" the entire refit, and separates the

ai_low between the ti'esh food and ti'eezer
sections (hwing nomml cooling operations.*

This ensm'es that the humidly' levels in the
fl'esh loud section a_e significantly higher

than in a conventional system,** allowing

fresh produce and other tmsealed foods to

retain their moisture content and ti'eshness

longe_: Moisture sensitive toods such as
fresh fi'uit, salads, _ice, etc., can now be

st(wed on (>pen shelves without excessive
lit oisture loss.

The separate ai_low system minimizes
the miMng of air between the two

compartments, which reduces odor
transte_; resulting in improved taste of ice.

The ClimateKeeper2system also reduces
the number of defl'(>sting cycles in the

fl'eezer ex_q)orat(n; thereby improving the
temperature maintained in the ti'eezer and

re(lucing freezer bm'n.

_Freezerak is used in theCustomCoolfeature.

**Testingshowsa higher/eve/ofhumidityin

theFreshFoodsectioninClimateKeeper2
refweratorsversusconventiona/units.

AboutCustomCool7 C Applia,ces.com

ExpressThawTM

ExpressChfllTM

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Beverages • SET ExpressThaw ExpressChill SelectTemp

How it Works

The CustomCoolTM feature is a s_steln of
daml)e_ , a tim, a temperature thermistor

and a heate_: Depending on the flmcfion
selected, a combination _ff these will be

used to quickly chill items, thaw items or
hold the pan at a spedfic temperature.

The pan is tightly sealed to prevent the pan's
temperatm'e fl'om causing temperatm'e

fluctuations in the rest of the refl_igeratm:

How to Use

O Erupt} the pan. Place the Chill/Thaw

tra} in the pan. Place the items on the

tra} and close the pan completely.

O Select the ExpressThaw:" ExpressChilY"

or SelectTemp TM pad. The display and

SE/'light will come on. Tap the pad
until tile light appeax_ next to the

desired setting. Use the chart to
detemline the best setting to use.

To stop a teatm'e before it is
finished, trip that teature's pad

tmfil no options are selected and

the display is off.

Dtwing ExpressThaw and

ExpressChill,tile displa_ on the

controls will carrot down the time
in the cycle.

• D.SLB$ • 15MIN • CiTRLIS nUB-
O 2,0 LBS _'_ O 45 M!N •MEAT Cool

O 3,9 LBS

030MIN

Some CustomCoolmodels teature a beverage
center: It is designed to store beverages at

colder temperatures. Select the Beverage

Center pad if you like to kee I) extra-chilled

refi'eshments on hand.

The controls fl)r this pan are located at the
top of the refl_igerator with the temperature

controls.

_4dier the ExpressThawcycle is

complete, the pan will reset to the
MEATsetting (32°F) to help preserve

thawed items tmtil they are used.

The displayed actual temperature _ff

the CustemCeel pan may vaxT slightly

fl'om the SETtemperatm'e based on

usage and operating enviromnent.

NOTE'.Forfoodsafety reasons,it is recommended

thatfoodsbe wrappedinplastic wrap when using

ExpressThaHz Thiswill help contain meatjuices
andimprove thawingperformance.

How to Remove and Replace the Drawer

Toremove: 0 I,ock all tour swing locks by rotating

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

O Rotate all Ibm" swing locks to the tmlock

position.

O i,ifl the ti'ont _ffthe drawer up and ()tit.

Toreplace:

0 Make sm'e all tom" swing locks are in the

tmlock position.

O Place the sides of the drawer into the

drawer supports, making sure the swing

locks fit on the drawer slots.

AboutCustomCool7

CustomCoolTM Chart

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

0.5 Lb. (4 hours)

Hamburger Patties (0.5 lb)

h_dividually _,Vrapped
Filet Mignon (0.5 lb)

1.0 Lb. (6 hours)

Chicken Breasts (1.0 lb)
Ground Beef' (1.0 lb)

Steak (1.0 lb)

2.0 Lbs. (10 hours)

Chicken Breasts (2.0 lbs)
Ground Beet (2.0 lbs)
Steak (2.0 lbs)

3.0 Lbs. (12 hours)

Chicken Breasts (3.0 lbs)
Ground Bed (3.0 lbs)

Steak (3.0 lbs)

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15 Minutes

1 Beverage Can (12 oz)

2 Small Juice Boxes (6-8 oz each)

30 Minutes
2 to 6 Beverage Cans (12 oz each)
2 Plastic 20 oz Bottles of Beverage

4 to 6 Small Juice Boxes

(C_8 oz each)

3 Foil Juice Packets
_]ne (750 ml bottle)

45 Minutes

:: 2 IJter ot Beverage

1/2 Galhm of.Iuice

Gelatin-1 package

How to Use

Select the Beverage Centerpad. Tile set

light will come on and tile feature will

operate as required.

_To turn off tile feature, press Beverage

Centerpad and set light will turn off.

Citrus Setting (43°F)

Oranges, i,emons, IJmes,
Pineapple, (:antaloupe

Beans, (_tlCtli//bei's, Tomatoes,

Peppe_, Eggplant, Squash

Produce Setting (35°F)

Strawberries, Raspberries, Kiwiti'uit,
Pea_s, Cherries, Blackberries,

Grapes, Plums, Nectarines, Apples
Asparagus, Broccoli, Corn,

Mushrooms, Spinach, Cauliflower;
Kale, Green Onion, Beets, Onions

Meat Setting (32°F)

Raw Meat, Fish and Poultrx

NOTE:Unlessturnedoffasabove,featurewill
remainactiveforsixmonths.PresstheBeverage

Centerpadtorestart

Dairy Bin

How to Remove and Replace the Beverage Center

Toremove: _ Replace dairy bin.

O Relnove dairy bin fiI3t. Holding tile

bottom ot tile (laity bin, lift tile fl'ont

straight up, then lift up and out.

@ Holding left and right side of bexerage

center; lift straight up and out.

O i,eaxe adapter in place.

Toreplace:

Engage bac]_4de ot beverage center in

molded supports on a(lapte_: Then
push down on tile sides of tile beverage
center: Tile beverage cenmr will lock

into place.

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Adapter

Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemodels) GEAppliances.com

Place flTetop of flTecartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and

slowly turn it to theright.

Water Filter Cartridge

Thew.te,.lt. islo,.tedi.the

Colnparmlent.backUl)l)er xl"ght c°rner °f the refn'gerat°r

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacel/,ent indicator light tor
tile water filter cam_idge on tile dispenser.

This light will mrn orange_ to tell _ou that

you need to replace the filter soon.

The filter cartridge should be replaced

when tile replacement indicator light turns

red or if the flow of water to the dispenser
or icei/laker decreases,

Installing the Filter Cartridge

0 If you are replacing tile cartridge, fit_t

remove the oM one by slowly turning

it to the left. Do not pull down on the

cartridge. A small amount of water may
drip down.

Fill the replacement cartridge with

0

water fl'om the tap to allow fi)r better
fl()w fi'om the dispenser imm ediately

after instnllation.

O Rim water from the dispenser fin.

3 minutes (about 1½ galhms) to clear
tile ,s_ stem and I_re_ ent slmttering.

Press and hold tile RESETWATERFILTER
pad on tile dispenser fin" 3 seconds.

NOTE"Anew/yqnstalledwaterfiltercartridgemay
causewater tospurt fromthedispenser

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use the filter bypass I_lug
when a replacement filter cartridge is not

available, Tile dispenser and tile icemaker

will not operate without the filter or filter

bypass ph N.

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.

(;'(,_F
Suggested Retail $34.95/JSD

Custome_ in Canada should consult
the )ellow pages ti)r the nearest Camco

Service Center:

RESETWATERFILTER

HOLD3SECS

I,ining up tile arrow on tile cartridge

@

and the cartridge holde,; place the
top of the new cartridge up inside

the holder: Do not push it up into
the holde,:

Slowly mrn it to the right tmtil the filter
cartridge stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

_s you mrn tile cartridge, it will
automatically raise itself into position.

Cartridge will rotnm about 1/4 ttlFn.

Aboutthe shelvesandbins.

Not all features are on all models.

Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins

Large Bins

The larger reti_igerator door bins and
freezer tilt-out door bins are ac!justable.

Toremove: Lift the ti'ont of the bin straight

up, then lift up and out.

Refrigeratorbin

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Freezertilt-outbin

To replace er relecate: Engage the back side

of the bin in the molded suI)ports on the

dora: Then push down on the front of the
bin. Bin will lock in place,

Small Bins

Toremove: lift the fl'ont of the bin straight

up then out.

Toreplace: Position the bin al)ove the Topfreezer bin

rectangular molded SUl)ports on the clam: ........

Then slide the bin down onto the SUl)port

to lock it in place.

Thesnuggerhelps prexent tipping, sl)illin,*

or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf. Place a finoer on either side of the

snugger near the rear and Inoxe it back
and forth to fit yam" needs.

Donotblock CAUTION:

Becarefulwhen
placingitemsinthe

topbin.Makesure
thatitemsdonot

blockor fallinto

theicechute.

CAUTION:

Partmustbein

Do not block

placeasshown

forproperice
dispensing.Food
cannotbestored
in thislocation.

Presstabandpullshelfforward
toremove

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Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf

The slide-out spillproot shelf allows you
to reach items stored behind othe_. The

special edges are designed to hel I) prexent
spills fl'om dripping to lower shelxes.

Toremove:

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

shelf straight out.

OuickSpace TM Sheff

This shelf splits in half and slides trader
itself fin" storage at tall items on the shelf

below.

Topfreezer bin (on some models)

Toreplace or relocate:

iJne the shelf up with the SUl)ports and
slide it into place. The shelf can be

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

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

with the supports and slide into place.

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

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

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This shelf can be removed and replaced

or relocatedj ust like Slide-Out Spillproof
Shelves.

Not afl features are on all models.

Freezer Baskets

Toremove, push the basket all tile wa)' t/) the Make sure you push the baskets all the way back

back of tile fl'eezei: i,ifi tlI) tlnfil tile back In before you close the doo_

pins are disengaged, i,ifl tile entire basket
up and pull out.

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Slide-Out Freezer Shelves

Toremove, slide out to tile stop position,

lift the front past the stop position and
slide ()tit.

Fixed Freezer Shelves

There are two types of fixed

fl'eezer shel',es.

Toremove this type ofshelf"

O I,ift the shelf up at the left side.
@ g_in_ the, hell )tit.

Toremove this type of shelf"

O i,ifl up tile lett side of tile shelf and

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slide it leti into the center of the shelf
SUl_l_orts.

Rotate the right side oI the shelf up
and out of the shelf sui)ports.

Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoo_

NOTEFORDISPENSERMODELS:/nordertotake

fu//advantageof the tilt-outicebin,on/}/storeitems

ontheshelfbelowtheicebinthatarenotallerthan

the/owestpointonthebin.

Door Wine/Beverage Rack (onsomemodels)

This rack holds up to 5 cans, one bottle of
_ine or one 2-liter bottle of soda.

The rack hangs fl'om the sides of the
dairx bin.

To remove:

O EmpQ tile wine/bmerage rack.

Holding tile bottom of tile dairy bin,
lift tile ti'ont straight up, then lift III)

and otlt.

To detach tile rack from tile dab T bin,
pull the rack's side wires out of the

holes on each side of the dairy bin.

Toreplace:

Reattach tile rack to tile sides
of tile bin.

Engage tile back side of tile bin in
tile molded sui)i)orts on tile do()):

Then push down on tile fl'ont of tile
bin. The bin will lock into place.

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Aboutthe refrigeratordoors.

Refrigerator Doors

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When the door is only partially open,

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

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

door opening/closing feature nlakes sure
the/loo_ close all the way and are securelv

sealed.

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

opened past this stop point, the door will

I'elllain open to allow VOtl to load and

unload fi)od more easily. When the door
is only partially open, it will automatically

close.

Door Alignment

If (loo_ are unexen, a(!iust the refrigerator
door

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

door; to the left to lower it. (A nylon
plug, imbedded in the threads ot the

pin, prevents the pin fl'om turning

unless a wrench is used.)

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

is loaded with fi)od.

O _Mter one or two turns of the wrench,

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

and check the alignment at the top of

the (loo_s.

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Aboutthe crispersandpans. GEAppliances.com

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crispers

Excess water that may ac('mnulate in the
bottom of the (h'awe_ should be wiped (h_':

On some models, the bottom drawer has

lull extension slides that allow flfll access

to the drawex:

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Adjustable Humidity Crispers

Slide the control all the way to the HIsetting
to provide high humidi_; recommended fin.

most vegetables.

Convertible Deli Pan

The comertible deli pan has its own cold
air duct to alh)w a stream of cold air from

tile fl'eezer compartment or fl'esh fi)od

coi/ll)aYtlllent to flOW to the pan.

The variable temperature control regulates

the air flow from the Climate Keepex:

Aboutcrisperremoval

Slide the control all the way to the LO
.settin,,_ to proxide lower h umidi_' lexels

recolnlnellded fi)i" most fl'uits.

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

Set the control to coldto convert the pan
to hernial refl_gerator temperatm'e and

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

between these extremes can be selected.

Not all features are on all models.

Crisper Removal

Cfisl)e_ can easily be removed by pulling

tile drawer straight out and lifting the
drawer u l) and over the stop location.

If the door prevents you from taking out
the (h'awe_, fi_t try to remove the door

bins. If this does not offer enough
clearance, the refl'igerator will need to

be rolled fi)rward until the door opens
enough to slide the (h'awe_ out. In some

cases, when you roll the refl_gerator out,

vou will need to move the reti_igerator

to the left or fight as you roll it out.

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Aboutthe automaticicemaker.

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

Automatic Icemaker

On dispenser models,

to access ice or reach
the power switch:

o Lift the bin, then pull it

forward until the bin stops.

Lower the bin to access ice
or reach the power switch.

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

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

on the bhT.

The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle---aI)I)roMmately ] 00-130 cubes
in a 94-hour period, depending on fl'eezer

coiill)ai'tulent teiilpei'att/i'e, i'ooiil
t eil/pei'at t li'e, n tlillber ()f d()()r ()l)enings

and other use conditions.

If the reflJgerator is operated heft)re the
water connection is made to the icemaket;

set the power switch in the 0 (off) position,
_,_hen the refl_gerator has been connected

to the water SUl)l)l); set the power switch to
the I (on) position.

The icemaker will fill with water when it
cools to 15°F (-10°C). A newly installed

refi_igemtor may take 12 to 24 horns to beg4n

makhlg ice cubes.

You will hear a buzzing sotmd each time

the icemaker fills with water;
Throw away the first troy 1)atches of ice to

allow the water line to clem:

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

When the bin fills to the level (ff the feeler
am_, the icemaker will stop producing

ice. It is nomml ti)r several cubes to be

joined together:

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

will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.

Special note about dispenser models:

Dispenser models have a tilt-out ice bin.

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

while you take ice out or mrn the
icemaker power switch on and off'. Be

sure to put the bin back in place before

closing the doo_:

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

recommended:

O 12 hom_ alter the fi_t batch of ice

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

@ _MteI"an additional 6 hom_, dispense

3 to 4 cubes again.

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

Icemaker

f

Green
p0werLight FeelerArm

NOTE:/n homes with lower-than-averagewater
pressure,you mayhear the icemakercycle multiple

times whenmak/bg onebatch of ice.

o Lift the bin, then pull it

forward until the bin stops.

Lift and pull forward again

to remove the bin.

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Removing Ice Bin (dispenser models)
CAUTION:Theicebin is heavywhenfull

Set the power switch to the 0 (Off) position
before removing the bin.

Whenreplacingthebin,be stlre to press it

firefly into place. If' it does not go all the
way back, remove it and rotate the drive
mechanism l/4 ttlFn. Then push the bin
back again.

Dispenser Models only

Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.(onsomemodels) GEAppliances.com

ToUse the Dispenser

SpillShelf

Select CUBED ICE _J, CRUSHEDICE I_
or WATER i_

Press the glass gentl) against the top ot
the dispenser cradle.

The spill shelf is not selt_h'aining.
To reduce water spotting, the shelf and

its grille should be cleaned regularly.

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

system. Pressthe dispenser arm for at least two
minutes to remove trapped air from the water
line and to fill the water system. Toflush out

impurities in the water fine, throw away the first _,\ hen you need ice

slkg/assfuls of water • in a htirr,x; press this
CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other

objects into the ice crusher discharge opening.

x

Lockingthe Dispenser

p.dfo, sec,,,,dsto

. ,-ess,,,eLOCKCO,V OL

LOCKCONTROL hold the pad again

HOLD3 SECS

lock the dispenser and
control panel. To

tmlock, press and

for 3 seconds.

Dispenser Light

LIGHT

Quick Ice

QUICKICE

DoorAlarm

DOORALARM

This pad turns the night
light in the dispenser

on and off. The light

also COi/les on when

the dispenser cradle is
pressed. On some

models, if this light
bm'ns out, it should be

replaced with a 6 watt

12V nmxinmm bull).

1):1(1to speed up ice
production. This will
increase ice production

for the fi)llowing
48 hotu's or tmfil you

press the pad again.

To set the ;11;11111, l)l'ess
this/);1(1 tmti] the

indicat_n light c_mms
on. This al:mu will

sound it either door is

ol)en Jor l//Ol'e thai?

3 minutes. The light
goes out and the

beeping stops when
Vot/ close the dool:

Important Facts About Your Dispenser

Do not add ice fl'om trays or 1)ags to
the storage drawe_: It may not crush or

dispense well.

Avoid ove_tilling glass with ice and use ot

narrow glasses. Backed-u I) ice can jam the
chute or cause the door in the chute to

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

Beverages and too(ls should not be
quick-chilled in the ice storage drawe_:

Cans, bottles or food packages in the

storage drawer may cause the icelnaker

or auger to jam.

To kee I) dispensed ice fl'om missing

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

Some crushed ice may be dispensed
even though you selected CUBED ICE.

This hal)pens occasionally when a few
cubes acddentally get directed to

the crusher.

J_dter crushed ice is dispensed, some

water may drip flxnn the chute.
Sometimes a small naotmd of snow will

form on the door in the ice chute. This
condition is nomml and usually occui_

when w)u have dispensed crushed ice

repeatedly. The snow will e\'enmallv
e\'aporate.

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Careand cleaning ofthe refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The dispenser drip area, beneath tile giille,

should be _ped dIT: _,\_ter left in this area
may lea',e deposits. Remo',e the deposits by

Dispenser drip area.

adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak

until tile deposits disappear or become

loose enotlgh to iJnse _l_';iv.

The dispenser cradle. Before cleaning, lock

tile dispenser by pressing and holding tile
LOCKCONTROLpad tot 3 seconds. Clean

with wam_ water and baking soda
solution--about a tnblespoon (15 ml) of

baking soda to a quart (l liter) of wateI:

Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.

The deer handles and trim. Clean with

a cloth dampened with soapy wateI:

Dry with a soft cloth.

The stainless steel panels and door handles

(oil sonle models) can be cleaned with
a commercially a\:filable stainless steel
cleanei: A spra)_on stainless steel cleaner

works best.

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

Keep theoutsideclean.Wipe Mth a clean
cloth lightly dampened Mth kitchen

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

Donot wipe the refrigeratorwith a soileddish
clothor wet towel.Thesemayleavearesidue

thatcanerodethepainLDonotusescouring
pads,powderedcleaners,bleachorcleaners

containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchandweakenthepaintfinish.

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors,leave an open bc,x ,':4

baking soda in tile fl'esh ti)od and fl'eezer

COII/l)_l i'tiilents.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this

is not practical, wiing excess moisture ()/It

of sponge or cloth when cleaning around

switches, lights or controls.

Lrse w;mn wamr and baking soda solution--

about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to a quart (1 liter) (ff wami: This both
cleans and neutralizes odois, Rinse and

wipe dry:

Useofanycleaningsolution otherthanthat

which isrecommended,especiallythosethat

containpetroleumdistillates,cancrackor
damagethe interioroftherefrigerator.

Avoidcleaningcoldglassshelveswithhotwater
becausethe extremetemperaturedifference

maycausethemtobreak.Handleglassshelves
carefufigBumpingtemperedglasscancause

it toshatter
Donot washanyplasticrefngeratorparts

in thedishwasher

Thechili/thawtrayis dishwashersafe.

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Behind the Refrigerator

Be careful when moving the refl_igerator
away fl'om the wall. _dl types of floor

coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with

enlbossed S/li]_lces.

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

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

or refl_igerato_:

Preparing for Vacation

For long ;;ications or absences, YelllOve

food and uI_plug the refl_igerato_: Clean the
interior with a baking soda solution of one

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

open.

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

the refl_igeratm:

GEAppliances.com

When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure

you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker

supply line.

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

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

Preparing to Move

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

to prevent damage.

X4]_en using a hand track to move the

refl_igeratot; do not rest the fl'ont or back
_ffthe reti_igerator against the hand truck.

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

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

17

Replacingthelightbulbs.

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

___ Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light

Tabs

Unplug tile refl'igerator.

0

Tile bulbs are located at tile top of tile

0

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

the light shield will have to be removed.

To rein(we tile light shield, on solne

@

models, press in on the tabs on the
sides of the shield and slide fin'ward

and out. On other models,just slide
fin'ward and (>/It.

Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light

Thishght is located above the top drawe_

O Unl)lug tile refrigerator:

@ Remo'_e tile comertible meat drawer

control knob b) pulling straight out.

lilt the light shield up and pull it out.

Freezer Compartment

O Unl)lug tile refrigerator:

@ Remoxe the shelfj ust aboxe tile light

shield. (The shelf will be easier to
remoxe if it is emptied fi_t.) On some
models, a screw at tile top of tile light

shield will need to be remoxed.

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

O ,Mter repladng tile bulb with an

appliance bulb of tile same or lower
wattage, replace the light shield and
scrmvs (on some models). When

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

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

O Plug the refligerator back in.

O _Mter replacing tile bulb xfith an

appliance bulb of tile same ()r lower
wattage, replace the shield and

the knob.

0 Plug tile refrigerator back in.

Replace tile bull) with an appliance

0

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

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

into place. Replace the screw

(on some models).

Reinstall tile shelf and plug tile
refrigerator back in.

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Dispenser (onsomemodels)

O Unplug tile refligerato_:

@ Tile bulb is located on tile dispenser

under tile control panel.

Remoxe tile light bulb b) turning
it counterclockwise.

O Replace tile bulb with a bulb of tile

same size and wattage.

Plug tile refrigerator back in.

Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.

For CustomSlyM °'models

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

BeforeYouBegin

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PanelsI/4" thickorless

1/4" max

3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel

A raised I)anel desion_ screwed or ,glued to a ]/4" (6 ram) thick backing, or a 3/4" (1 (.)ram) _outed board
can be rise(l. The raised portion of the panel m tlSt be fhbricated to pe_nit clearances of at least 2" (5. l cm)

from the handle side fi)r fingertip clearance.

Panels thicker than l/4" (6 ram), up to 3/4 (l .) ram) max, will reqture that the outer :)/16 (8 ram) of
panel pecimeter be no thicker than 1/4" (6 ram).

Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:

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

Panelsthickerthan1/4"(6ram)

1/4"(6ram)

k Backing

f

2"(5.1 cm)
Clearance

1/4"(6ram)max

3/4"(19 ram/

HandleSide

Appearance "'"
Panel

Door

19

Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.

23"Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels

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

Freezer Panel Freezer Panel

Without Dispenser With Dispenser

FreshFoodPanel

Cutout "-'I I_'- 1/8" (3 rnm)

t, ''

i i

.... .I

Cutout "-'I 1_-1/8" (3 rnm)

,,

i i

t

6/16"

(Smm)

/8mmt!/

/ 177/¢'

67%Z'

(170.9 cm)

FRONT

1415/J2"

'(36.8 cm)"

25" CustomStyle TMDimensions for Custom Wood Panels

i FRONT

141%Z' ..,

(36.8 cm)

33%"

(85.4 cm)

!

1/8"(3 rnrn)-_,,l I-"- Cutout

',',...! 5/16"

I_

""i (8 mr'n)

67YS'

(170.9 cm)

FRONT

1915/32"

_(49.5 cm)' "-_

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

Freezer Panel Freezer Panel

Without Dispenser With Dispenser

Cutout "-"I 14- 1/8" (3 ram)

''

i i

Cutout "-"I V"-118" (3 ram)

,l ''

i i

t

5/16"

(8 mm)

69"

(1752 cm)

FRONT

i FRONT

14%2'

_--"(36.8 cm) _

20

14/J2 ,.,

(36.8 ore)

361/4"

(92.0 cm)

{

15 t#

FreshFoodPanel

1/8'#(3 rnrn)'-_l I"- Cutout

" "----_ 5/16"

"---1 (8ram)

69"

(1753cm)

FRONT

191%2"

_-(49.5cm)""-"

Insertingthedoorpanels.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

0 Insert the Freezer Panel and Fresh Food Panel

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

panel (required with some door panels) in behind
the decorator panel. Repeat fin" fl'esh fi_od panel.

0 Insert the Bottom Freezer Panel (on dispenser models).

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

Attach the Top Trimon the Freezer and Fresh FoodDoors.

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

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

Cut-Out

SideTrim

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Insertingthedoorpanels.

O Install the Side Trim.

These pieces are tucked inside the reti_gerator
door handle.

Donot removetheprotectivefilm ontheoutsideof
theSideTrimuntil theSideTrimisinstated.

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

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

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

satisfied with the appearance of all the parts.

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Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

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

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely
and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - Savethese

instructions for local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Observeall

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

• Proper installation is the responsibility of
the installer.

In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: geappliances.ca

30 minutes
Water Line Installation

30 minutes

Models 23, 25, 26, 27 & 29

PREPARATION
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have

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

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

Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada

1.888.261.3055).

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

3/8" and 5/16" Socket 1/2" and 7/16" Wrench

I

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

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

the Refrigerator), then skip to Step 5 in

Installing the Refrigerator.

U

Plastic Putty Knife

Phillips Head Screwdriver

23

Installation Instructions

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR

[] LOADING THE RERIGERATOR

ONTO A HAND TRUCK

Leave all tape and door pads on doors

until the refrigerator is in its final location.
To move the refrigerator, use a padded

hand truck. Center the refrigerator on the
hand truck and secure the strap around

the refrigerator. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN

THE STRAP.

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

wide, the doors must be removed.

Proceed to Step 3.

DO NOT remove the handles.
If all entrances are more than

38" wide, skip to Installing

the Refrigerator.

[] DISCONNECT THE WATER

COUPLING (on some models)

If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,

there is a water line from the cabinet into

the bottom hinge on the freezer door that

must be disconnected.
To disconnect, push in on the white collar

of the coupling and pull out the tubing.

White collar

[] REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE

Remove the grille by removing the two
Phillips head screws.

Bottom

freezer

hinge

24

Installation Instructions

[] DISCONNECT THE POWER

COUPLING (on some models)

If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,

there is a power line (harness) from the

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

To disconnect pull apart at the coupling.

[] DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL

CONNECTORS (on some models)

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

(harnesses) from the cabinet into the
bottom hinge on the refrigerator door

that must be disconnected.

To disconnect, pull apart each connector.

[] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND

REFRIGERATOR DOORS

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

[] Remove the freezer door top hinge cover

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

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

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

5/16" or 1/8" hex head

Bottom
refrigerator

hinge

[] Open the freezer door to 90. °

90 °

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Installation Instructions

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

[]

REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
(cont.)

[]

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

_

90°

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR (cont.)

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

screws, then lift the hinge straight up to

free the hinge pin.

[] Open the refrigerator door to 90. °

5/16" or 1/8" hex head

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

[] Remove the refrigerator door top hinge

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

_ H

90 °

26

Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)

[] Lift the refrigerator door up and off the

bottom hinge.
If the refrigerator has a refreshment

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

[] REPLACING THE DOORS

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

However, please note the following:

• When lowering the doors onto the

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

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

to the mark.

Refreshment Center Models Only

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

Mark

• Do not pinch the tubing and harnesses

when placing the doors on the bottom

hinges.

• When connecting the power line and

the electrical lines (refreshment center

models only), be sure that the

connectors are seated together fully.

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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 100°F (37°C)

because it will not perform properly.

• Install it on a floor strong enough to

support it fully loaded.

CLEARANCES

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

23' (33" wide),

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

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

Top 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm)

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

DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

(for 23" CustomStyle TM models)

70¼"(178.4cm

o

36"

(91.4cm)

DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

(for 25" CustomStyle TM models)

DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Water Electrical

_'_3/4" (19ram)Airspace

(1/2"[13 lem]Gap+
1/4" [6ram]Wall Plates)

25" (63.5cm)

Countert0p

' J'L '

........2 2 ........

72¼"(183.5cm)_

O

O

"721/4 rl (183.5 cm) required for full adjustment

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

36"

(91.4cm)

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Installation Instructions

[] CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE
(icemaker and dispenser models)

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

NOTES:

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

outlet.

* If your refrigerator does not have a

water filter, we recommend installing

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

the refrigerator's water valve. Install it

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

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

Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.

[] If you are using copper tubing, place a

compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto

the end of the tubing coming from the

house cold water supply.

If you are using the GE SmartConnect TM

tubing, the nuts are already assembled to

the tubing.

[] If you are using copper tubing, insert

the end of the tubing into the refrigerator

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

tubing, tighten the fitting.

If you are using GE SmartConnect TM

tubing, insert the molded end of the

tubing into the refrigerator connection,

at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten

the compression nut until it is hand tight.

Then tighten one additional turn with a

wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.

[] Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided

to hold it in position. You may need to pry

open the clamp.

Tubing Clamp 1/4" Tubin

1/4"

Compression

Ferrule

(sleeve)

Refrigerator
Connection

SmartConnect 'MTubing

[] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

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

any leaks.

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Before plugging in the refrigerator, make

sure the icemaker power switch is set to

the O (off) position.

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See the grounding information attached

to the power cord.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

[] PUT THE REFRIGERATOR

IN PLACE

Move the refrigerator to its final location.

[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

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

Rollers have three purposes:

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

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

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

not wobble.

• Rollers allow you to move the

refrigerator away from the wall for

cleaning.

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

Raise

[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

(cont.)

To adjust the
rollers on 23"/25'

CustomStyle TM
models:

Turn the front roller
adjusting screws

clockwise to raise

the refrigerator, Roller adjusting screws

counterclockwise

to lower it. Use a 3/8" hex wrench with

extension, or an adjustable wrench.
These models also have rear adjustable

rollers so you can align the refrigerator

with your kitchen cabinets. Use a 3/8" hex
wrench with extension to turn the screws

for the rear rollersiclockwise to raise the
refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

[] LEVEL THE DOORS

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

To align:

[]

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

NOTE:

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

unless a wrench is used.

[]

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

adjusting screws

clockwise to - ....

•

raise the

to lower it. Use

r r0er tor

a 3/8" hex socket
or wrench, or

counterclockwise .___J_

an adjustable

wrench. Roller adjusting screw

Doors should be even at top

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