GE PSW26PSTBSS, PSW26PSTASS, PSS27NSTGSS, PSS26PSWCSS Owner’s Manual

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

Operating Instructions

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

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

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

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

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

Ice and Water Dispenser ..... 15-16

Q uickFreeze r'' . ................ 9

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

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

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

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

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

TurboCooF* . .................. 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

VCater Line Installation ...... 32-34

Models23,25,26,27 and29

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

Normal Operating Sounds ...... 35

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

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

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

¼'arranty (Canadian) ........... 39

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

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Find these numbers on a label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the
top on the right side.

200DSO74P011 49-60482 1!-06 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 refi'igerator must be properly installed

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

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

on the shelves in the reli-igerato_: They could
damage the reti_igerator and seriously injure

themselves.

::_ Do not touch tile cold surlilces in tile fl'eezer

compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may stick to these extremely cold smthces,

}/<Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

\_q)o_ and liquids in tile vicini_,' of this or any
other appliance.

i)_:In refl'igerato_ with automatic icemake_,

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

locamd on tile bottom of tile icemake_: Do not
place finge_ or hands on tile automatic

icemaking mechanism while tile reti_igerator
is plugged in.

i)::Kee I) finge_ out (ff tile "pinch point" areas;

clearances between the doo_5 and between
the (loo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.

Be caretul closing (loo_ when children are
in the area.

i)::Uni)lug tile refrigerator befiwe cleaning and

making repai_.

NOTE"We stronglyrecommendthatanyservicing be
performedby aqualified individual

i)::Non-LCD models: Setting either or both controls to

0 (off) does not remove power to tile light circuit.

::_LCD models: Turning tile cooling system off does

not remove power to tile light circuit.

N Do not refl'eeze ti'ozen foods which have

thawed compleml>

i)::Mwa):s clean tile CustomCooF_Tray after thawing

food.

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A DANGER! RISK OFCHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

(_hild entrapn_ent and ,alff cation are not i)x'oblems Refrigerants
of the past.Junked or abandoned reti_igerato_ are

still danoerous exert if they will sit for "'ust a few _M1 refl_igeration products contain refrigerants,
days." ]f)ou are getting x_id of)our old refl_igeratox; which under federal law must be removed prior

please fi_llow the instructions below to help pre_ent to product disposal. If you are getting _id of an ,
accidents, old refrigeration product, check with the

compare handling the disposal about what _'D

Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator to do.
or Freezer: _"

iJi::Take off the (loo_.
!i_:I,eaxe 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, if_ou must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UlAisted (in the United _"
States) or a (:SA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding D'pe appliance extension cord ha_ing a grounding

g] )e I)lu_*_and outlet and that the electt_ical rating, of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 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 safe_ this appflance must be properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped

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

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

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

propedy grounded.

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

replaced with a properly grounded %prong wall
outlet.

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

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

could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.

Never unI )lu,*,,,xour refl_igerator, bx, i)tilling, on the
power cord. _Mways ,II,gri) )lug firefly, and pull ,straioht.,

out fl'om the outlet.

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

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

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

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMAtiONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols.

Not aft features are on all models. Your controls will look like one of the foflowing:

Non-LCD models LCDmodels

NOTE:Therefrigerator is shippedwith protective film coveringthe temperature controls,If this film was not

removedduring installation,removeit now,

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Thetemperaturecontrolsarepresetinthefactoryat37°F(3°¢)for the

refrigeratorcompartmentand0_ (-18°C)forthefreezercompartment
Allow24hoursforthetemperaturetostabilizetothepreset
recommendedsettings,

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

-6°Fand+6°F(-21°Cto-14°C).

Tochange the Refrigerator temperature:

LCDModels:
Access By: Horn e > RefiJgerator

Activate By:Using tile arrows to select tile desired

temi)eramre. _4_u must press ENTERto set tile new
temperature.

Tochange the Freezer temperature:

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

temperature. Y)u must press ENTERto set tile new

temi)erature.
Once tile desired temperature has been set, tile display will

return to tile NOMEscreen and show tile set temperatures
tmderneath the actual temperature display for several

seconds. Several ac!iusnnents may be required. Each time

you a(!iust tile controls, allow 24 hom_ fin" tile refl_igerator

to reach tile temperature you have set.

Non-LCD Models:

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

will show tile set temperature. To change tile temperature,

tap either tile WARMER or COLDER pad until tile desired
temperature is displayed.

Once the desired temperature has been set, tile
temperature display will return to tile actual refl'igerator

and fl'eezer temperatures alter 5 seconds. Several
a(!justinents ma)' be required. Each time you a(!iust tile

controls, allow 24 hom_ tot tile reli_igerator to reach tile
temperature you have set.

Thetemperature controlscan displayboththe SETtemperatureas weft

asthe actual temperaturein the refrigerator and freezer,Theactual
temperaturemay varyslightly fromthe SETtemperaturebased on

usageand operating environment

PerformanceAir FlowSystem

Turningthe coolingsystemoff."

LCDmodels:TurningthecoolingsystemOFFstopscoolingin boththe

freezerandrefrigeratorcompartments,butdoesnotshutoffelectrical
powertotherefrigerator,

Non-LCDmodels:Settingeitheror bothcontrolstoOFFstopscoolingin
boththefreezerandrefrigeratorcompartments,butdoesnotshutoff

electricalpowertotherefrigerator,

LCDModels:
AccessBy:Home > Options > ]nfimnation and Settings >

Cooling System Ott

To ttlrn tile cooling s}:steln back on, press tile to/ich screen
and press the ON button.

ActivateBy:Pressing ENTER.

Non-LCD Models:

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

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

light is ilhmfinated) and it will go to the preset points of 0°F

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

When tile unit is turned back on, it will take up to 94 horns

to stabilize.

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Tile Perfommnce M>lqow System is designed to maximize
temperature control in tile reti_igerator and fl'eezer

compartments. This unique spedal feature consists of tile
Air Tower along tile back wall of tile refligerator and tile

Air Tunnel on tile bottom portion of tile ti'eezer rear wall.
Placing todd in ti'ont of tile lou\'e_s on these components

will not afti_ct i)erfimnance. Although tile Air Tower and

tile Air Tunnel can be removed, doing so will attect
temperature perfommnce. (l_%r remowfl instructions,
on-line, 24 horns a da_; contact us at ge.com or call

800.GE.CARES. In Canada, contact us at geappliances.ca
or call 1.800.361.3400.)

About TurboCool/M

How it Works
TurboCooF_rapidly cools the refl-igerator

coml)artn_ent in order to more quickly
cool foods. Use TurboCool when adding a

TurboCool

large amount of fi)od to the i'efriget'ator

comlmmnent, putting away fi)o(ls after they
have been sitting out at room temperature

or when putting away w:mn leflovex_. It can

also be used if the refl-igerator has been
without power fin" an extended period.

Once acfiw_te(1, the compressor will tm'n on

immediately and the tiros will cycle on and

off at high speed as needed fi)r eight hems.

The compressor will continue to run tmfil

the refrigerator compartment cools to

approximately 34°F (l °C), then it will cvcle

on and off to maintain this setting. _Mter

8 hom_, or if TurboCool is pressed again,

the refrigerator compartment will return
to the original setting.

How to Use
LCDModels:
Access By: Home > Options > Refligerator

Options > Turbo(:ool

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

Non-LCD Models:

Press TurboCooLThe retiigerat(>r
temperature display will show TO.

_Mter TurboCoolis complete, the reli'igerator

compartment will retm'n to the original
setting.

NOTES:

Therefngerator temperaturecannotbe changed

during TurboCool.

Thefreezertemperaturei} not affected during

TurboCool.

AboutClimateKeeper2/

How it Works

The ClimateKeeper2 TM is the indust_T'S most
advanced refl_gemtion system, delivering

optimum temperatm'e and humidity
performance to kee I) fi)od garden fl'esh

hmger and reduce fl'eezer bm'n, while
maintaining E sta_qevel efficiency.

The ClimateKeeper2 system fi_atm'es
two evaporators_(me for the reliigerator

and one fin" the fl'eeze_;

This provides two separate cooling s)'stenls,
and separates the ai_{low between the fi'esh
food and fl'eezer compartments dining

noIII/al cooling ol)ei'a[ions.'::

This ensures that the humidilv levels in the
fi'esh fi)()(l compartment are significantly

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

allowing fl'esh produce and other tmsealed
foods to retain their moisture content and

fl'eshness longe_: Moisture sensitive foods
such as fl'esh fl'uit, salads, rice, etc., can now

be stored on open sheh'es without excessive

Whenopening the refrigerator doorduring
TurboCool,the fans will continue to run if they

havecycled on.

moistm'e loss. Due to the higher humidiW
in the reflJgerator, )_)tl may on occasion

expeiJence fog or small alllOtlnts of
moistm'e in the refl-igerator compartment.
This is nomml and may colne and go as

different food loads and enviromnental
conditions change. Wipe city with a paper

towel if desired.

The separate airflow s):stem minimizes
the mixing of air between the two

coml)artments, which reduces fl'esh food
odor transfer to improve the taste of ice.

The ClimateKeeper2s}stem also reduces
the nmnl)er of defl'osting cycles in the

fl'eezer eval)orato_; thereby re(luring
fl'eezer burn.

_Freezerakis usedlhtheCustomCoolfeature.

_Testing showsa h/gher levelof humidity in

the FreshFoodsectionin ClimateKeeper2
refrigeratorsversusconvenflona/units.

AboutCustomCoolT(onsome models)

How it Works

Tile CustomCoolT_fl_atux'e is used to quickly

chill itelns, thaw items or hold tile pan at a
specific telnl)erature. This teature is a
svstenl ot dalnl)ei_ , a lira, a telnl)erature

thermistor and a heateI:

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Tile pan is dghfly sealed to prevent
temperature fluctuations ill the rest ot the
refl{gerat(n; The controls fin" this pan are
located at tile top of tile reflJgerator with
tile telnperature controls, or oil tile
dispenser with tile telnl)eramre controls.

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Empty tile pan Place Chill/Thaw

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tra) in tile pan. Place tile itelns on tile

tra) and close tile pan coml)letely,

0 LCD Models:

How to Use

Access by: Home > Options >

Refligerator Options > CustomCoolPan

ExpressThaw'_ Non-LCD Models:

Select tile ExpressThaw _, ExpressChill_
or SelectTemp_ pad. Tile displa)and

SETlight will come on. Tap tile pad
until the light appeax_ next to the
desired setting.

Use the fi)lh)wing chart to detex_nine
tile best setting to use.

!i_: On some models, Expressghill has

ExpressChilY_

onl_ ()ne 45 ininute setting.

iJi::To stop a feature befi)re it is finished:

ForLCDModels:

(;o into that feature's inenu and press
tile OFFbutton.

How to Remove and Replace the Drawer

Toremove:

O Pull tile drawer out to tile stop position.

Rotate all four swing locks to tile unlock

position.

O I,ift tile fl'ont oI tile drawer tl I) and Otlt.

Toreplace:

ForNon-LCDModels:

Tap that teature's pad until no
options are selected and tile displa)

is off.

Durhlg ExpressThaw and
ExpressChill,tile display on tile

controls will count down tile time

ill tile cycle (on solne Inodels).
_dter tile ExpressThaw cycle is

cotnl)lete , tile pan will reset to tile
MEATsetting (32°F [0°C]) to hel I)

i)reserve thawed itelns until thev are

used,

Tile displayed actual telnl)eramre _ff

tile CustomCoolpan may wm' slightly

fl'oln tile SETtelnl)erature based on

usage and oi)erating environlnent.

NOTE."Forfoodsafetyreasons,it isrecommended

thatfoodsbewrappedinplasticwrapwhenusing
ExpressTha_ Thiswi//helpcontainmeatjuices
andimprovethawingperformance.

I,ock all film" sxfing locks b) rotating

them to the lock position.

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Make sure all fbur sxfing locks are ill tile

unlock position.

@ Place tile sides of tile drmver into tile

(lraxver SUl)ports, nlaking sure tile swing

locks fit on the drawer slots.

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About CustomCoo/iM (onsome models)

CustomCoo/TMChart

NOTE:Resultsmay vary depending on packaging, starting temperature andother food traits.

0.5 Lb. (4 hours)

iJii Haml)u_ger Patties (0.5 lb)
_: Individually _]'alTlTed

Filet Mignon (0.5 117)

1.0 Lb. (6 hours)
}_t Chicken Breasts (l.0117)
_: Ground Beef (l.0 117)
::Ji::Steak (1.0 lb)

2.0 Lbs. (10 hours)
?_: Chicken Breasts (9.0 lbs)
iJi; Grotmd Beef (9.0 lbs)
?_: Steak (9.0 lbs)

3.0 Lbs. (12 hours)
::J?Chicken Breasts (3.0 lbs)
}_t Grotmd Beef (3.0 lbs)
?_: Steak (3.0 lbs)

15 Minutes

iJii 1 Beverage Can (12 oz)
_: 2 Small,Juice Boxes (6-8 oz each)

30 Minutes

iJii 2 to 6 Beverage Cans (12 oz each)
_: 2 Plastic 20 oz Bottles of Beverage

::Ji::4 to 6 Small,Juice Boxes

(6-8 oz each)
iJii 3 Foil Juice Packets
_: Wine (750 Inl bottle)

45 Minutes

!_:i 2 IJter of Beverage
_: 1/2 Gallon of Juice
::Ji::Gelatin-1 package

How to Use the Beverage Center

Some CustomCoolmodels featm'e a beverage

center: It is designed to store beverages at
colder temperatures. Select this featm'e if
you like to keep extra-chilled refl'eshments

on hand.

LCDModels:

Access by: Home > Options > Refi_igerator

Options > Beverage Center

Activate by: Pressing ON.

Deactivate by: Pressing OFF.

Citrus Setting (43°F 16°C1)

::Ji::Oranges, I,emons, limes,

Pineapple, (_antaloupe

_: Beans, (2ucumbe_, Tomatoes,

PelTlTe_, Eggplant, Squash

Produce Setting (35°F [2°C1)

_: Strawberries, ]_.aspberries, Kiwifl'uit,

Petal, Cherries, Blackberries,
Grapes, Plums, Nectarines, Apples

::Ji::Asparagus, Broccoli, (_orn,

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

Meat Set_lg (32°F ]0°C1)

::Ji::]law Meat, Ash and Poultry

Non-LCD Models:
_ Select the Beverage Centerpad. The set

light will come on and the featm'e will

operate as required.

_To turn off the featm'e, press Beverage

Center pad and set light will turn (>ft.

NOTE:Unlessturnedoffasabove,featurewi//
remainactiveforsixmonths.PresstheBeverage

Centerpadtorestart.

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DairyBin

How to Remove and Replace the Beverage Center

Toremove:

Remove (lai_3 bin fi_t. Holding the

bottom of the (lai_ bin, lift the fl'ont

straight up, then lift up and out.

0 Holding left and right side of beverage

center; lift straight up and out.

I,eave adapter in place.

Toreplace:

Engage backside of beverage center in

molded supports on a(lapte_; Then

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

into place,

Replace &riD' bin.

Center

Adapter

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The QuickFmeze i)L_te is only to be
used with the OuickFreeze fe_ma'e.

Use OuickFmeze to f_'eeze items tipster

to enhance fi_od preservation.

How to Use

Place fi>od (wrapped in plastic wrap) on

Plate

OuickFreeze plate. Turn the feature on via

the I,CD controls.

Aboutthe water filter.

WaterFilterCartridge

The _ter filter cartridge is h)(ated in the
back upper fight corner of the reti-lgerator

COlt}paTti i |eIt 1.

WhentoReplacetheFilter

LCDModels:

A pop-up screen will appear on die I;CD s(l_en

to l_mind you to replace the _ter filtel: _bu can
check die status of the _mer fiher manualh.

Access Bit:Home > Options > Dispenser Options

Cartridg_

Holder _,_

Place the roe of the cartrrage up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to the right.

Filter
Bypass,t__J 1
Plug/ ,U

SmartWater

> Reset _hter Filter

Non-LCDModels:

There is a l_placement indicator light ior the
_Jter filter cartridge on the dispenser Tiffs light

will turn enrage to tell mu that you need to

l_place the filter soon."

The filter cartridge should be replaced \_ben die
l_l)lacement indicator light uu'ns led or if the
flo_ of _imr to the dispenser or icemaker

decreases.

RemovingtheFilterCartridge

Ityou _Jrel_plaeing the cartridge, first retrieve
the old one b} slo\@ turning it to the left. Do not
pull (lo_m ()it the cartridge. A sit/all amount of
_iter ma} drip (to_/.

InstallingtheFilterCartridge

There is an adapter attached to the top of

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the new filter cartridge.
The adapter it/liSt be remoxed befi)re

installing the cartridge. To remoxe the
atlaptel; ttlrn it to the left abotlt 1/4 turn.

Fill the replacement cartridge with _ater

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

the dispenser immediately after installation.
i,ine up the ,'u'row on the camidge> and the

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cartridge holder. Place the top of the new

cartridge up inside the boldei; Doeat push
it up into the holdei;

LCOModels'.
Access By: Home > Options > Freezer

Options > Q,tfickFreeze
Activate By'.Llsing the arrows to select the

time and pressing Enter.
Deactivate By: Pressing OFF.

NOTE:While the OuickEreeze featme is
enabled, the actual fi'eezer temperature may

drop as low as -3°F (-19°C). This is hernial.

O Slowly turn it to the fight until the filter

cartridge stops. DONor OVERr/OHTEN.X_

you turn the cartridge, it _ill auton-latic_Jllv
raise itself into position. The cartridge _ili

rotate about 1/2 turn.

O Rmt water ti'om the dispenser for 5 minutes

to clear.... the system,,and })re_ent -Is)uttelJng.

_ LCDModels:

PressFILTERREPLACEDbreton

to eonfirrri repl_teerrient.

Non-LCDModels:
Pressand hold the RESETFILTERp;_d

(on sorrie rriodels) on the dispenser tar

3 seconds.

NOTE:A newlyinstalledwaterfiltercartridgemaycause

water tospurt fran thedispenser

FilterBypassPlug

Ym must use the filter bypass plug \d_en a

l_i)lacement filter cartridge is not m'_dl_d)le.
The dispenser and the icerrlaker will not operam

without the filmr or filter bypass plug.

ReplacementFilters:

ToorderadditionalfiltercartridgesintheUnited

States,visitourWebs#e,ge.com,or callGEParts
andAccessories,800.626.2002.

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Suggested Retail $36.95-$41.95 USD

Custon/eI_ in Canada should consult
the yelh)w pages for the nearest Mabe Selaice

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Aboutthe shelvesandbins.

Not all features are on all models.

Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins

Bins

The linger 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.

Refrigerator bin

Freezer tilt-out bin

To replace er relecate: Engage the back side

of the bin in the molded supports on the

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

Thesnugger helps prevent tipping, spilling

or sliding of small items stored on the door

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

and fl)rth to fit your needs.

TopFreezer Bins

Donotblock

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CAUTION:

Becarefulwhen
placingitemsinthe

topbin.Makesure
thatitemsdonot

blockor failinto

theicechute.

CAUTION:

Partmustbein
placeasshown

forproperice
dispensing.Food
cannotbestored
in thislocation.

Presstabandpull shelfforward
toremove

Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf

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

special edges are designed to hel I) pre',ent
spills ti'om dripping to lower shelxes.

Toremove:

Slide the shelf out tmtil 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 tot storage ot roll items on the shelf

below.

Topfreezer bin (on some models)

Toreplace or relocate:

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

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

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

with the supports and slide into place.

Make sure you push the shelves all the wayback
in before you close the door

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

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This shelf can be removed and replaced

or relocamdj ust like Slide-Out Spillproof
Shelves.

Not all features are on all models.

Freezer Baskets

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Toremove, push the basket all the way to the

back oI the fl'eezex: Lift up until the back
pins are disengaged, i,ifl the entire basket

up and pull out.

Slide-Out Freezer Shelves

To remove, slide ()tit to tile stop position,

lift the front past the stop position and
slide out.

Fixed Freezer Shelves

There are two types of fixed

ti'eezer shelves.

Toremove this type of shelf."

O I,ift the shelf up at the left side.

Bring the shelf Stilt.

Makesureyoupushthebasketsall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoo_

Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall the wayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor.

NOTEFORDISPENSERMODELS:/nordertotake

furladvantageof the tilt-outicebin,onlystoreitems

ontheshelfbelowtheicebin thatarenotallerthan

the/owestpointonthebin.

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Toremove this type of shelf"

i,ifl up the left side of the shelf and
slide it left into the center of the shelf

supports.

Rotate the fight side of the shelf up
and out of the shelf supports.

Door Wine/Beverage Rack (onsomemodels)

This rack holds up to 5 cans, (tile botde of
wine or one 2-liter bottle of soda.

The rack hangs from the sides of the
dair_ bin.

Toremove:

Emp_ the wine/bmerage rack.

_ Holding the bottom of the dairy bin

,- ,y

lift the front strmght up, then lilt up

and out.

_To detach the rack from the dairy bin

pull the racks side wires out of the
holes on each side of the dairy bin.

Toreplace:

Reattach the rack to the sides
of the bin.

Engage the back side of the bin in

the molded supports (m the do(n:

Then push down on the ti'ont of the
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 reii_igerator (loo_ may teel different
than the ones you are used to. The special

door opening/closing teatuI'e makes sure

the (loo_s ch)se all the way and are securely
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 VOII to load and

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

close.

Door Alignment

If (loo_s are unexen, a(!just the refrigerator

dooi-

O Using a 7/16" wrench, turn the door

a(!justing screw to the right to raise the
(loo_; to the left to lower it. (A nylon

plug, imbedded in the threads ot the

pin, prevents the pin from turning

unless a wrench is used.)

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

is loaded with food.

O _Mter one or two turns of the wrench,

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

and check the alignment at the top of

the (h)o_s.

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Aboutthecrispersandpans. ge.cem

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crispers

Excess water that may accunmlate in tile
bottom of tile drawe_ should be wiped (h_':

On some models, tile bottom drawer has

filll extension slides that allow fifll access
to tile (h'awe_:

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Adjustable Humidity Crispers

Slide tile control all tile way to tile HIsetting
to provide high humidity recommended fin.

most vegetables.

Convertible Deli Pan

Tile convertible dell pan has its own cold
air duct to allow a stream of cold air fl'om

the fl'eezer compartment or fl'esh fi)od
compartment to flow to tile pan.

The variable temperature control regulates

tile air flow fl'om tile Climate Keeper:

Aboutcrisperremoval.

Slide tile control all tile way to tile LO
settino_ to proxide lower humidly' lexels

recolmnended fi)r inost fl'uits.

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

Set tile control to coldto convert tile pan
to nomml refl'igerator temperatm'e and

provide extra vegetable storage space, The
cold air duct is turned off. Variable settings

between these extremes can be selected.

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Crisper Removal

Crispers can easily be removed by pulling

tile drawer straight out and lifting the
drawer up and over tile step location,

If the door pre\w_ts you fl'om taldng out
tile drawers, first tIT to remove tile (loot

bins. If this does not offer enough
clearance, the reflJgerator will need to

be rolled ibrward tmtil tile door opens
enough to slide tile drawers out. In some

cases, when you roll tile retiigerator ()lit,

you will need to move the refl-igerator

to tile left or right as you roll it ()tit.

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Aboutthe automaticicemaker.

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

Automatic Icemaker

On dispenser models,

to access ice or reach
the power switch:

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 bfl7that
are no taller than the Iowest point

on the bhT.

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

COilli)ai'tlllent teillpei'att]i'e_ i'OOill

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

If the refl{gerator is operated befi)re the
water connect.ion is made to the icemaket;

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

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

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

refi_igemtor may take 12 to 24 hems to begin

making ice cubes.
You will hear a buzzing sotmd each time

the icemaker fills with water

Throw awax the first tew batches of ice to Power

allow the water line to clem: Switch

Be sm'e nothing interferes with the sweep Icemaker
of the teeler aml. !

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

ice. It is nom_al for several cubes to be

joined together.

If ice is not used ti'equentl); old ice cubes

will become chmdy, taste stale and shrink.

Special note about dispenser models:

::Ji::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_:

::Ji::To restore your ice level from an empty

bucket stage, the following steps are

recommended:

12 hotu_ after the filSt 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 of dine.

Green
p0werLight FeelerArm

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

times whenmaklhg onehatch of ice.

o Lift thebin, then pull it

forward until the bin stops.

o Lift andpull 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 (otO position
before removing the bin.

When replacing the bin, be sm'e to press it

firefly into place. ]f it does not go all the
way back, remove it and rotate the drive
mechanism 1/4 ttlFn. Then push the bin
back again.

Drive
Mechanism

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About the ice and water dispenser.(onsomemodels) ge.com

ToUse the Dispenser

SpillShelf

Select CUBED,CRUSHEDor WATER.

Press die gl_ss gently _lg_dnstthe top oJ the
dispenser cnldle.

The spill shelf is not self-dr_fining, li_ reduce
water spotting, the shelf and its grille should be

cleaned regularl?.

Ifnowaterisdispensedwhentherefrigeratoris first
instal/eft,there,maybeairin thewaterlinesystem.Press

thedispenserarmforatleasttwominutestoremove
trappedairfromthewaterlineandto fill thewater
system.Toflushoutimpuritiesinthewaterline,throw

awaythefirstsixglassfulsofwater.
CAUtiON: Neverputfingersoranyotherobjectsinto

theicecrusherdischargeopening.

LockingtheDispenser

Press the LOCKp;ld Jbr 3 seconds to lock the
dispenser and control panel. _1_)tmlock, p_ss

and hold tile pad ag_fin Jbr 3 seconds.

OispenserLight

_le LIOBrpad rams the tdghtlight in tile
dispenser on and oJil Tile lig_lt also comes on

_q_en tile dispenser cradle is pressed. On some

models, if this light bums out, it should be
_placed with a 6 watt 12V m_lximum bulb.

OoorAlerm

Use Door Alafitl _osound ii either door isopen
Jor more than 3minutes. The _d;mnwill stop

once the door is dosed. For I,CD models, _

l)Ol>Ul) screen will ;ippea_: The _d;mn cml be
silenced by touching the ][,CDscreen.

LCDModels:
Access By:Home > Opfion:_ > InJ6m_;_fion ;rod

Settings > Setting._ > Door Al_wm
Access By:Pressing ON.

Deactivate By'.Pressing OFF.

Non-LCDModels:

Press the DOORALARMpad m/til the indicator
light comes on.

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Quick Ice

When _ou need w speed up ice production, use

the QuickIce feature. \_]dle this feature is turned
on, the fi'eezer tim runs continuous b Jor 48 hou_,

or until the teatux_ is turned OFE During this
period, ice pro(hmtion will incx_ase up to 40%.

Models with the inmgramd ice Jeature s}smm
requix_ at F]I_STUSE at least h_df an 8 oz. glass

of ice to be dispensed e\'ex}'6 to 12 hours. This

will help the icemaker Jillthe bucket propedy

so that dispensing is bettor

Precise Fill (onsomemodels)

This _ter dispenser is equipped with a teatu_e

called "precise Jill." This Jeature _dlo_tsyou to
choose a p_cise amount of _ter (cups or

ounces) that you _)uld like dispensed. Pints
and i,iters are also m;dlaNe tor I,(;D models.

LCDModels

AccessBit:Home > Options > Dispenser

Options >Precise Fill > Set Amount

ActivateBit:LIsing the al_'Cmbuttons to select

the desired amount. Press MOREUNITS to select

bemeen CUPS, OUNCES, PINTS or lITERS.

Non-LCDModels

Press tile WATERp_d.
Press the CUPSor OUNCESpad.

O Select the precise mnount of water you

would like dispensed.

Ifitouselected OUNCES,press tile arro_

pads on either side of the displ@' to

select the nm-nber of ounces you
_ mid like to hme dispensed "bet\_een

How toUse
LCDModels:

Accessbit:Home > Options > ffl_ezer Options >

Quick Ice

Activatebit:Px_ssing ON.
Deactivatebit:P_ssing OFF.
Nou-LCDModels:

Press the QUICKICElx_dto turn the Jeature ON.
Press the pad ag'ain to turn the Jeature OFE

1-99 ounces.
IfitouselectedCUPS,press tile arrow

pads on the lett of the displ@' to select
the \q_ole cups (1-16 cups) and/or
the arro_ pads on the right side of the

(fispla} to select tractions of a cup

(1/44/4 cups).

Press the cup ag_ainstthe cradle and _ater
will begin dispensing. It _dll automaticall}

stop \_hen the mnount set has been
dispensed. Tile displa?' will sho_ there

is no _ter leJt to dispense, then reset.

NOTE:Donotleavethedispenserunattendedwhen
waterisbeingdispenser

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

dispensed, just rernove the cup fi'om the
cradle. The displa} will show the amount

leJt to dispense.

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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.(onsome models)

Important Facts About Your Dispenser

::Ji::Do not add ice fi'om trays or 1)ags to

the storage drawer. It may not c_ush or
dispense well.

_: Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use

of narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can

jam the chute or cause the door in the

chute to freeze shut. If ice is blocking
the chute, poke it through with a

wooden Sl)OOn.

_: Beverages and ti)ods should not be

quick-chilled in the ice storage drawer.
Cans, bottles or food packages in the

storage drawer may cause the icemaker

or auger to jam.

_: To kee I) dispensed ice from missing

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

::Ji::Some ctushed ice mav be dispensed

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

cubes accidentally get directed to
the cHlsher.

_: After cHlshed ice is dispensed, some

water may drip from the chute.

_: Sometimes a small motmd of snow

will titan on the door in the ice chute.

This condition is normal and usually
occurs when you have dispensed

Clushed ice repeatedly. The snow

will eventually evaporate.

Careand cleaningoftherefrigerator.

Dispenserdriparea.

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Cleaning the Outside

The dispenser drip area, beneath the grille,

should be _I)e(l (h'_, _._Ker left in this area
may lea_e deposits. Remo_e the deposits by
adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak

tmtil the deposits disappear or become

loose eno/igh to iJnse _l_';iv,

The dispenser cradle. Beli n'e cleaning, lock

the dispenser by pressing and holding the
LOCKpad for 3 seconds. Clean with w;mn

water and baking soda solution--about a

tablespoon (15 ml) oI baking soda to a
quart (l liter) of water Rinse thoroughly

and wipe dry.

The doorhandles and trim. Clean with

a cloth dampened with soapy _te_:

Dry with a soft cloth.

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box of

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

COIIII)}I i'tl/lents.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this

is not practical, w_ing excess moisture ()tit

of sponge or cloth when cleaning around

switches, lights or controls.

Use w;mn water and baking soda solution--

about a tablespoon (15 ml) oI baking soda

to a quart (1 liter) of water: This 1)oth
cleans and neutralizes odo_5. Rinse and

wipe (lr_;

The stainless steel panels and door handles

(on some models) can be cleaned with
a commercially available stainless steel
cleanex: A si)ra):on stainless steel cleaner

works best.

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

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

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

Donot wipetherefrigeratorwith a soileddish
cloth orwet towel.Thesemayleavearesidue

thatcanerodethepainLDonotusescouring
pads,powderedcleaners,bleachor cleaners

containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchandweakenthepaintfinish.

Useof any cleaning solution other than that

which is recommended, especially those that

contain petroleum distillates, can crack or
damage the interior of the refrigerator.

Avoid cleaning co/c/glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference

may cause them to break. Hand& g/ass shelves
carefufljz Bumping tempered g/ass can cause

it to shatter

Donot washanyplastic refngeratorparts
in thedishwasher

Thechill/thawtrayis dishwashersafe.

Behind the Refrigerator

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

coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with

elilbossed S/llS[;ices.

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

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

or refl_igerato_:

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Whenpushingtherefrigeratorback,makesure

youdon't roll overthepowercordor icemaker
supplyline.

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For long ;;ications or absences, relllOve

load and uI_plug the reliigerato_: Clean the
intelior with a baking soda sohltion of one

tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda to one
quart (1 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_igerato_:

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as shelves and
drawers by taping them securely in place

to prevent damage.

_4]_en using a hand truck to move the

refligerato_; do not rest the fl'ont or back
_ffthe retiigerator against the hand truck.

This could damage the refrigerator. Handle
only ti'om the sides of the retiiger;mn:

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

If the temperature can drop below fl'eezing,

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have a qualified servicer drain the water
supply s)'stem to prevent serious propert},

damage due to flooding.

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Replacingthe lightbulbs.

Setting the controls to OFFdoes not remove power to the light circuit.
Not all features are on all models.

Yourlight shield will look like

one of the following.

Tabs

OR

Pocket

Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light

Unplug the refrigerator.

O The bulbs are locamd at the top ot the

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

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

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

To relno;e the light shieM, on solne O
models, press in on the tabs on the

sides of the shield and slide forward
and out. On other models,just slide

the shield fin'ward and out.

Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light

This h_?htis located above the top drawer

O UnI)lug the refrigerator

O Remoxe the comertible meat drawer

control knob b} pulling straight ()tit.

i.ifi the light shield up and pull it out.

_Mter replacing the bulb with an
appliance bulb of the same or lower

wattage, replace the light shield and
sci'e_:s (on SOlne Inodels). When

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

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

Plug the refl_igerator back in.

@ _Mter tel)lacing, the bulb xdth an

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

the knob.

0 Plug the refrigerator back in.

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Freezer Compartment

O UnI_lug the refligerator

O Remo;e the shelf just abo;e the light

shield. (The shelf will be easier to
remoxe if it is emptied first.) On some

models, a screw at the top of the light
shield will need to be remoxed.

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

Dispenser (onsomemodels)

O Unl)lug the reli_igerat(n:

The bulb is located on the dispenser

trader the control panel.

Remove the light bulb by turning
it cotmterclockwise.

Replace the bulb with an appliance

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

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

into place. Replace the screw

(on SOlne Inodels).

Reinstall the shelf and plug the
refrigerator back in.

O Replace the bulb with a bulb of the

saI/le size and watta<*e

Plug the " "% qtor back in

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Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.

For CustomStyM °'models

Read theseinstructionscompletely and carefully.

BeforeYouBegin

Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to install door panels. 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 l/4" (6 ram) thick, you need to create a filler panel, such as 1/8"

cardboard, that Mll fit 1)etween the ti_ce of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing the i)re-cut
decorator panels, i)re-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of the decorator

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

Panels1/4" thickorless

1/4"max

3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel

A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1/4" (6 ram) " " o- " (, thick backing, o_ a 3/4 (l .) ram) routed board
can be used. The _ise(1 i)ortion of the panel must be tid)ricated to i)e_nit clearances of at least 2" (5. l cm)

from the handle side fin" fingertip clearance.

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

Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:

FreshFood38Ibs.(17kg)max.
FreezerDoor28Ibs.(13kg)max.

Panelsthickerthan 1/4"(6mrn)

1/4" (6ITllrl)max

3/4" (19ram) Panel tor

Appeara,,c _]l

1/4"(6ram)

ThickBacking

Door

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Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.

23"Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels

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

Freezer Panel Freezer Panel

Without Dispenser With Dispenser

FreshFoodPanel

Cutout .-.I I_.- 1/8" (3 mm)

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

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(Smm)

/Smm,!/

/ 177/¢'

1(46i4cm)

m

67%Z'

(170.9 cm)

FRONT

14I%Z'

'(36.8 crn)-'

25" CustomStyld MDimensions for Custom Wood Panels

FRONT

_L 141%2"_
1(36.8 or'n)

33%"

(85.4 cm)

#

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

" "----'J 5/16"

L

""i (8 ram)

67%Z'

(170.9 cm)

FRONT

1915/32"

"-(49.5 crn)" "-"

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

Freezer Panel Freezer Panel

Without Dispenser With Dispenser

Cutout "-"I I"- 1/8" (3 mm)

.... J

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

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5/16"

(8 mm)

69"

(175.3 cm)

FRONT

1415/;2"

"(36.8 cm)-"

i RONT

141%2"

(36.8 cm)

361/4,',

(92.0 cm)

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FreshFoodPanel

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

" "- - --'J' 5/16"

"---1 (8turn)

69"

(175.3cm)

FRONT

19_%2"

" (49.5cm)-

Insertingthe doorpanels.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

0 Insert the Freezer Panel and Fresh Food Panel

Carefully push the fl'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).

(_arefull) push the panel in until it slides into the (required with some door panels) in behind the
slot behind the door handle. Push the filler panel decorator panel.

Attach the TopTrimon the Freezer and Fresh FoodDoors.

The Top Trim can be tound inside the rei_Jgerator each (loo_; Hand tighten only. Make sure that the
compartment, top of each panel fits snugly behind the lip of the

_4_ith a T-20 Torxdrive_; attach the Top Trim, using Top Trim.
t\_ scre_s on each Top Trim piece, to the top oI

Cut-Out

SideTrim

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Insertingthe doorpanels.

O Install the Side Trim.

These pieces are rocked inside the reti_geramr
door handle.

Donot removetheprotectivefilm on theoutsideof
theSideTrimuntil theSideTrimis instated.

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

Hold the Side Trim against the fl'ont fi_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 x_m are

satisfied with the appearance of all the parts.

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Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

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

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely
and carefully.

• iMPORTANT - Savethese

instructions for local inspector's use.

• iMPORTANT - Observeall

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to Jeave 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 go.corn (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

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• 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.

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Plastic Putty Knife

Phillips Head Screwdriver

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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

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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.

Bottom _L_ ___L_ o _JJ

freezer //-- __J_

hin

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.

[] 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.

90 °

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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)

701/4" (178.4cm)

o

" 36"

(91.4cm)

DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

(for 25" CustomStyle TM models)

DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical

(19ram)Airspace

(1/2"[13 miniGap+

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

' JC '

o o

....... ........

721A" (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 '1may be
required to provide clearance for cabinet
doors to open freely.

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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" Tubini

1/4"

Compression

Ferrule

(sleeve)

Refrigerator
Connection

SmartConnect 'MTubing

[] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

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

any leaks.

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

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

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See the grounding information attached
to the power cord.

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 _

Rollers have three purposes:

• Rollers adjust so the door closes easily

when opened about halfway. (Raise the
front about 5/8" [16 mm] from the floor.)

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

not wobble.

• Rollers allow you to move the

refrigerator away from the wall for

cleaning.

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

• Turn the roller ,) II I

adjusting screws _

clockwise to

raise the

refrigerator,

counterclockwise

to lower it. Use

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,

counterclockwise

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

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

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

refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

Roller adjusting screws

[] LEVEL THE DOORS

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

To align:

[]

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.

Doors should be even at top

a 3/8" hex socket _ [_q_
or wrench, or _'

an adjustable

wrench. Roller adjusting screw

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