GE PSS27SGMCBS, PSS27SGMBBS, PSS27SGMABS, PSS25MCNAWW, PSS25MCNACC Owner’s Manual

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Safety h_ormation

Adapter Plugs ................... 4

Connect Electricity ............... 4

Extension Cords ................. 3

l'roper Disposal ................. 3

Safety l'recautions ............... 2

Models21,23,25,27, and29

Operating Instructions

Additional Features ............. 11

Automatic Icemaker ............ 13

Care and Cleaning ........... 15, 16

CustomCool TM ................ 6, 7

Ice and Water Dispenser ...... 14, 15

Refiigerator Doors .............. 11

Replacing the IJghtbulbs ........ 17

Shelves and Bins .............. 9, 10

Storage Drawers ................ 12

Temperature Conwols ........... 5

Water and FreshSaver TM Filters .... 8

Installation InstJTtetions

Preparing to Install

the Refiigerator ............. 24, 25

Removing and Replacing Doors . .23

Trim Kits and Panels ......... 18-22

Water IJne Installation ....... 26-30

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call For Service ...32-34

Normal Operating Sounds ....... 311

Profile C6te _ C6te

R6frig6rateurs

La section frangaise commence a la page 42

Profile Lado a Lado

Refrigeradores

La secci6n en espa#ol empieza en la paoina 78

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ...... Back (;over

Performance Data Sheet ......... 37

Product Registration ......... 39, 40

State of California Water

Treatment Device Certificate ..... 38

Warranty (Canadian) ........... 35

Warranty (U.S.) ................ 36

Writethemodelandserial numbershere:

Model # Serial #

Find these numbers on a label inside the refligerator (ompartment at the

top on the right side.

200D2600PO05 49-60133 03-01JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING!

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

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

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

This refrigerator must be properly installed and lo(ated in a((ordan(e xfith tile Installation

Instructions beti)re it is used,

_>Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang

on the shelves in tlle refiigerator. They could damage tlle retiigerator and seriously injure

thelilselves.

Do not touch the cold surihces in tile fieezer ( omparmmnt when hands are damp or wet. Skin

may stick to these extremely cold sudilces.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flamnlable vapors and liquids in the xd(inity of this or any

other appliance,

_,':_In retiigerators with automatic icemakers,

avoid contact with tile m()ving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element

that releases the (ubes. Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the retiigevator is plugged in.

Keet) fingers out of tile "pinch point" areas; clemances between tile doors and between

tile doors and (abinet are necessarily small. Be carethl {losing doors when children are

in tile area.

_,'_Unplug the refligerau)r betore cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE:Westronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbe performedbyaquafifiedindividual

_'_'Setting either or both conuols to 0 (off) does not

remove power to tile light circuit.

_>1)o not refleeze fiozen foods which have

thawed completely.

::Always(leantheCustomCool Tray after thawing

food.

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DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

(hild enuapmem and suttbcafion are not problems of the past.Junked or abandoned reiiigerators are

still dangerous...even if tile) _dll sit tot "just a tew days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator,

please ti)lh)w the instructions below to help prevent acdden/s.

Before YouThrowAway YourOld Refrigerator or Freezer:

i_YTake offthe doors.

>_I,eave the shelves in place so that children may

not easily dimb inside.

CFCOisposal

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used (FCs ((hlorofluoro(arbons). (F(s are

believed to harm suatospheri_ ozone. If you me throwing away your old refrigerator, make

sure the CFC refiigerant is rem{)ved fin proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally

release this CFC retiigerant you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under pr_Msions of

environmental legislation.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessa U that it be a UI Aisted (in the United

States) or a CSA-listed (in (_anada), 3-x_ate gtoundmg type apphan_ e extensum _ot d haxdng a grounding

type plug and outlet and that the ele_ uk al rating of the _ord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 vohs.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

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

personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded.

The pc)wer cord of this appliance is equipped xfith

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

minimize the possibility of elecuic shock hazard fiom this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified ele(trician to make sure the outlet is

properly grounded.

If tile oudet is a standard 2-prong oudet, it isyour personal responsibility and obligation to have it

repla(ed _dth a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The refrigerator shouM always be plugged into its

own indMdual electrical outlet which has a vohage rating that matches tlle rating plate.

This provides the best performance and also prevents overh)ading house wiring cir(uits whidl

could cause a tire hazard flom overheated wires.

Never unplug your reffigervUor by pulling on tlle power (ord. Ahvays grip plug firmly and pull suaight

out fiom the outlet. Repair or replace immediately all power cords that

have become fiayed or otherwise dmnaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion dmnage

along its length or at either end. When moving tile refrigerator away flom the

wall, be (mefhl not to roll over or damage the power cord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Ad_pte_plug_notpe_mittedinC_,_d_)

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

H{rwever, if you must use an adapter, where local codes permit, a temporaryconnectionmay be made

to a properly gn nmded 2-prong wzdl outlet by use ofa UI Aisted adapter available at most local

hardware stores.

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with

the larger sh)t in the wall outlet to proxdde proper polarity in the cr)nnection of the power cor'd.

When disconnecting the power cord fl'om the a&lpter, always hold the adapter in place with one

hand while pulling the power cord plug with the other hand. If this is not done, the adapter gr(rund terminal is very likely to break with repeamd use.

If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DONOT

USEthe refrigerator until a proper ground has

been established.

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

cover screw is meta/, and not lesu/ated, and the waft outlet is grounded through the house wiring. Youshou/d

have the circuit checkedby a qualified electric&n to make sure the outlet is proper/y grounde_

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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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: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperaturecontre/s, if this fi/m was not removedduring installation,

removeit now.

Tochangethetemperature,press and release the WARMERorCOLDERpad.The SETlight _dll come on

and the display _fillsh_)wtile set temperature. To change tile temperature, tap either the WARMER

or COLDERpaduntil the desired tempevaune is displayed. Refiigerator temperaUnes can be

a(!justed belween 34°F and 44°F and tile tieezer tempevaunes can be a(!justed be/ween -6°F and

+6°F.

Once tile desired temperature has been set, the temperature displ Wwill return to the actual

retiigerator and fleezer temperatures aher 5 seconds. Several a(!jusunen/s may be required.

Each time you a({just conuols, allow 24 houxs tox tile retiigerator U)reach the temperature you have set.

Toturn the cooling system off,tap the WARMERpad

fin either the retiigerator or tile fieezer until tile display shows OFF.Toturnthe un# back on, press tile

COLDERpadfin either the refiigerator or fieezer.

The SETlight will ilhmfinate on the side y{xu

selected. Then press the COLDERpad again (on the side where the SETlight is ilhnninated) and it will go

to the preset poims of O°Fti)rthe fleezer and 37°1: fin the refiigerator. Setting either or both conuols to OFFstops cooling in both the fieezer and

refiigerator comparm_en/s, but does not shut offelecuical power to the refiigerator.

PerformanceAir FlowSystem

Tile Pedi)rmance Air-Flow System is designed to maximize temperature conuol in the refiigerator

and fleezer companmen/s. This unique spedal feature consists of the Air Tower along tile mp and

back w_dlsof the refiigerator and the Air Tunnel on the bottom portion of the fieezer rear wall. Pladng

fi)od in fiont of the louvers on these components will not affect pedinmance. Alth{xugh the Air Tower

and the Air Tunnel can be rem{)ved, doing so will affect temperaUne pevlinmance. (Fox removed

instructions, on-line, 24 hours a day, contact us at x_w.GEAppliances.com or call 800-GE-CARES. In

Canada, contact us at x_v.geappliances.ca or call

1.800.361.3400. )

AboutCustomCool7

ExpressThawTM

ExpressChillTM

• SET

ExpressThaw ExpressChill SelectTemp

How it Works

Tile CustomCoolTMteature is a system oJ

dampers, a tim, a temperature thermistor,

and a hearer. Depending on the flmction

selected, a combination of these _dll be

used to quickly chill items, thaw items or

hoM the pan at a specific temperature.

How to Use

Empty tile pan. Place dm ( hill/Thaw

uay in tile pan _tll tim metal plate

fiJ(ing down to (hill and store items, or _ith the metal plate tix(:ing up to thaw items. Place file hems on the u:ay and

close d_e pan completely. Select tlle ExpmssThaw TM,

ExpressChill TM or SelectTemp TMpad.

The display and SETlight _dll (ome on. Tap the pad until the light appears next

to the desired setting. Use tlle chmt to determine the best setting to use.

i;y To stop a teamre befine it is

finished, tap that teamre's pad until no options are selected and

the cfisplay is off.

The pan is tightly sealed to prevent

tile pan's temperature flom cruising temperature fluctuations in the rest of

the refiigeramr.

The conuols fi)r this pan are located at the

top of the refiigerator with the temperature controls.

i_[?During ExpressThawrMand

ExpressChillTM, the (fisplay on the

(onuols will (ount down tlle time in

the o_cle.

i_YAfter the ExpressThawrM(ydeis

complete, tile pan will reset to tile MEATsetting (30 °F) to help presevve

thawed items until they are used.

NOTE:Forfi)od salely reasons, it is

recommended that fi)ods be x_Tapped in some sort of pacl%ging when using

expressThaw .This will help contain

ineatjuices.

i_Y If the pan is not ch)sed completely, a

beeping sound _dll be hemd. It will

stop on(e the pan is (losed se(urely or the feature is turned off.

CustomCoolTM Chart

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0.5 Lbs. (4 hours)

;i:; Hamburger Patties (0.5 lb)

1.5 Lbs. (8 hours)

i__ Chicken Breas/s (1.5 lbs)

i_: Ground Beef (1.5 lbs) i__ Steak (1.5 lbs)

3.0 Lbs. (12 hours)

i_: (hicken Breasts (3.0 lbs)

i_: Ground Beef (3.0 lbs) i_: Steak (3.0 lbs)

Disassembling the

Chill/Thaw tray

15 Minutes

i_: 1 Can of Beverage (12 oz) >_

i__ 2 Small Juice Boxes (6-8 oz each)

30 Minutes

i_: 2-6 Cans of Beverage (12 oz each)

i_: 2 Plastic 20 oz Bottles of Beverage >;

i_[__ 4-6 Small Juice Boxes (6-8 oz each)

i_: 3 CapriSun"

i_: Wine (750 ml bottle) >;

45 Minutes i_: 2 I, of Beverage i_: 1/2 Gallon ot[]uice

;i:_Jello- 1 paclctge

About the CtlstomCoolTM Pall Rack and Tray

Toclean_e Chill/Thawtray,disassemble the

metal uay flom tile plastic stand by lightly pushing in on the handles of the plastic

stand and rem(Mng tile melal tray. Both tile

metal Uay and the plastic stand are

dishw_Mmr sate.

Toreassemblethetray,place tile plastic stand

upside down (handles on bottom) on a solid surlime. Place the melal plate on lop of

the stand matching up the cmx-ed side of the plate with the cmx-ed side of the stand.

Insert one side of the plate into the notches on the stand. Push in on the handle on the

other side of the stand while pushing that end of the plate dox_lland into place. You

should hear the plate "click" into place.

Citrus Setting (43°F)

Oianges, I,emons, Limes,

Pineapple, Cantahmpe

Beans, (lilt tllill)eis, Tomatoes,

Peppers, Eggplant, Squash

Produce Setting (34°F)

Suawberries, Raspberries, Kiwiffuit, Pears, ( herries,

Blackberries, Grapes, Plums, Nectarines, Apples

Asparagus, Broccoli, (orn, Muslnooms, Spinach, ( auliflower,

Kale, (heen Onion, Beets, Onions

Meat Setting (30°F)

Raw Meat, Fish and Pouluy

Aboutthe water andFreshSaverTM filters.

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

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RESETWATERFILTER

HOLD3 SECS

Water Filter Cartridge

Tile water fiher cartridge is located in tile ba(k upper right (orner of tile refligerator

ct)tllparltllenL

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indicator light fi)r the water fiher caruidge on the dispenser.

This light will turn orange to tell y{tu that you need to replace the fiher soon.

Tile fiher cmuidge should be replaced when tile replacement indicator light turns red or ittlle flow of water to the dispenser or

icemaker decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

Ifyou are replacing tile caruidge, first

remove tile old one by sh)wly turning it to the left. Do notpull down on the

caruidge. A stnall amount of water inay (kip down.

Fill tile re -)lacemem caruid ,e xdth water fiom the tap to alh)wfi)r better

flow flom the dispenser immediately after installation.

Lining up the arrow on the caruidge and the cmtridge holder, place the

top of the new cmtridge up inside the holder. Do notD_sll it up into

the holder.

Run water flom the dispenser fi)r 3 minutes (about one and a half gallons)

to clem the system and prevent sputtering.

Press and hold tile RESETWATERFILTER pad on tile dispenser fi)r 3 seconds.

NOTE:A newly-installed water fiher (aruidge may causewaterto spurtfiom the dispenser.

Filter Bypass Plug

Y{)umust use the fiher bypass plug when a replacement fiher caruidge is not

available. The dispenser and tile icemaker

will not operate without the fillet or fiher

bypass plug.

ReplacementFillers:

Toorderadditionalfillercartridgesin

theUnitedStates,vis#ourWebsite,

www.GEAppliances.com,orcall GEPartsandAccessories,800.626.2002.

(A,\F Suggested Retail $34.95

( ustomers in Canada should consuh the

yelh)w pages ti)r tile nearest Cameo Service

Center.

REPLACEFreshSaver FILTER

RESETWHEN LIT

Slowly turn it to the right until the fiher (artridge stops. DONOTOVERTIGHTEN.

As you turn the (aruidge, it will automatically raise itself into position.

Cartridge xdll rotate about 1/4 turn.

FreshSaver TM Filter

This fiher is h)cated inside tile tiesh

produce (hawer and helps fl_uitsand

vegetables staytiesh. The fiher should last approximately six

intmths.

Toorder additional filters in the United States,

visit our Website, www.GEAppliances.com, or call GE Parts andAccessories, 800.626.2002.

(_ustomers in Canada should consuh tile

yellow pages ti)r tile nearest (amco Service

Center.

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indicator light tor

the FreshSaver fiher on the temperature control panel. This light will turn orange

to tell you that you will need to replace the fiher soon. When the indicator light turns

red, it is time to replace the fiher. When putting in a new fiher, first rem_)ve tile

plastic covering, then insert the new fiher into the holder. After installing the new

fiher, press and hold the RESETpadon the temperature comrol panel fi_r3 seconds.

Aboutthe shelvesandbins. www.GEAppliances.com

Not all features are on all models.

Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins

LargeBins

The larger refiigerator door bins and fleezer tih_)ut door bins are ac!justable.

Toremove: I,ifi tile front of tile bin straight

up, flmn lift up and out.

The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling

or sliding of small items stored on the door shell Place a finger on tither side of the

snugger nero the rein and m()ve it back and ti_rth to fit your needs.

Refrigerator bin

Freezer tilt-out bin

Toreplace or relocate: Engage tile back side

of the bin in the molded supports of tile door. Then push down on the flont of the

bin. Bin will lock in place.

SmallBms

Toremove: IJfi tile flont of tile bin straight

up then out.

Toreplace:Position the bin above tile

reclangulm rooMed supports on tile door. Then slide the bin down onto the support

to lock it in place.

Abouttheshelvesandbins.(cont.)

Not all features are on all models.

Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf

The slide-out spillproofshelfallows you to

read1 items stored behind others. The spedal edges are designed to help prevent

spills fiom dripping to h)wer shelves.

Press tab and pull shelf forward to remove

Toremove:

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

shelf straight out.

Toreplaceorrelocate:

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

when tile door isat 90 o or iiloie. To

reposition the shell slide the shelf past the stops and angle dox_llw,trd. Slide shelf down

to the (Dsired position, line up with the supports and slide into place.

Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback

inbeforeyouclosethe door

OuickSpace TM Shelf

This shelf splits in half and slides under

itseffti)r storage of tall items on tile shelf below.

This shelf can be removed and replaced

or relocated just like Slide-Out Spillproof Shelves.

Freezer Baskets

Toremove, push the basket all the way to the

back of the fieezer. I,ifl up until the back pins are disengaged. I,ifl the entire basket

up and pull out.

Slide-Out Freezer Shelves

Toremove,slide out to tile stopposition,

lift tile tiont past tile stop position, and slide out.

On some models, this shelf can not be used in the lowest p{)sifion.

Makesureyoupushthebasketsaft the wayback in beforeyouclosethedoor

Makesureyoupushtheshelvesaft thewayback in beforeyouclosethedoor

) Fixed Freezer Shelves

Toremove,lift the shelf up at the left side

and then bring tile shelf out.

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Not all features are on all models.

Removable Beverage Rack

The beverage rack is designed to heM a

bottle on its side, It (an be aua(hed to any

slide-out shelf.

Aboutthe refrigeratordoors.

Toinstall'.

O I,ine up tile kuge part of the slots on

tile top of the rack x_4thtile tabs under the shel£

O Then slide tile rack back to lock it

in pla_ e.

When the door is only partially open

it will automatically close. Beyond this stop the door will

stay open.

Refrigerator Doors

The retiigerator doors may teel different

than the ones y{)u are used to. The special door opening/closing teaune makes sure

the doors close all the way and me seolrely sealed.

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

opened past this stop point, tile door will remain open to allow you to load and unload ii)od more easily. When tile door is

only partially open it will automatically close,

Tile resistance you feel at tile stop

position will be redu(ed as the door is loaded x_4tllfood.

Aboutthe storagedrawers.

Not all features are on all models.

Storage Drawers

Excess water that may accumulate in tile bottom of tile drawers sh(nfld be xdped (hT.

On some models the bottom (hvlwer has

a cover that slides back as the (h'awer is opened. This all(tws filll access to the

!!_i_

drawer. As the (hmver is closed, the o tver xdll slide fi nwmd into its original position.

HI _ LO

Adjustable Humidity Drawers

Slide tile conuol all the way to the HIsetting to prox4de high humidity re(ommended fi)r

most vegetables.

Convertible Meat Drawer

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The convertible meat drawer has its own

cold air (hlct to allow a stremn of cold air

flom the fieezer compartment to flow to

the drawer.

Thevariable temperature control regulates

the air flowflom the Climate Keeper.

Aboutstoragedrawer removal

Slide tile conuol all tile way to tile LO setting to provide lower humidity levels

recommended for most fi'uits.

Set the control to the coldeMsetting to store fiesh meats. If the control is left in tile meat

position fi)r a hmg period of time, some fiost may fi)rm at the back of the (hawer.

Set tile control tt) coldu) convert tile (kawer to normal refrigerator temperature and

prox4de extra vegetable storage space. The cold air duct is turned ()tt_Variable settings

between these extremes can be selected.

Not all features are on all models.

Drawer Removal

Drawers can easily be removed by pulling the drawer straight out and lifting the

drawer up and over tile stop h)cation.

If the (loot prevents y()u fiom taking Ollt the drmvers, first uT to remove the door

bins. If this does not offer en(tugh clearance, tile refligerator will need to

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

cases, when you roll the refligerator out,

you _dll need to m()ve the refligeramr

to the left or right as you roll it out.

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

Power

3witct

Greel- PnwerLgm

Automatic Icemaker lfi('e is II()[ lls#d fietltlently, old ice (llbes

xdll become cloudy, tasle stale mid slnink.

The icemaker _dll produ(e seven cubes per

(y( le--app_oximately l O0-130 cubesin a

24-hour period, depen(fing on tieezer

(omp_ummnt temperature, room temperature, number of door openings

and other use conditions.

If the retiigerator is operated before the water connection is made to tile i(emaker,

set the power switch in the 0 (eft) position.

When the refligerator has been connected

to the water supply, set the power switch to the I(on) position.

The icemaker will fillwith water when it cools

to 15°F. A newb:-installed retiigemtor may take 12to 24 hours tObegin making ice cubes.

Throw away the tirst tew batches of ice to allow tile water line to clear.

Be sure nothing inter[eres _xdththe sweep of the ti_eler arm.

When the bin tills to tile level of the teeler am_, the icemaker _dll stop producing

ice. It is normal tot several cubes to be

joined t(Nether.

There is at?upper freezer shelf

above the icemaker that cat?be

used for storage.

If ice olbes get stuck in the icemaker, the green power light will blink. To correct this, set the power switch to 0 (oft)and remove

the cubes. Set tile power switch to I (on)to restmt the icemaker. After the icemaker has

been turned on again, there will be a delay of about 45 minutes beti)re the icemaker

resumes operation. /VOTE."In homes with lower-than-average

water pressure, you may hear the i(emaker

Q_clemuhiple times when making one batch of ice.

Ice Storage Drawer

Toaccessice,pull the drmver ti)mm(l. Toremovethedrawer,pull it straight out and

lift it past the stoplocation.

Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.

ToUsetheDispenser

SpillShelf

Select CUREDICE _, CRUSHEDICE or WATER_.

Press the glass gendy against tile top of file dispenser (radle.

Tile spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce water spotting, tile shelf and its grille

shouM be (leaned regularly.

If no water ls dispensed when the refrigerator ls first lnstafled, there may be air in the water fine

system. Pressthe dispenser arm for at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water

fine and to fi// the water system. Toflush out impurities in the water fine, throw away the first six glassfuls of water

CAUTION:Neverput fingersorany other objectsinto the ice crusherdischargeopening.

Lockingthe Dispenser

@ PresstheLOCKCONTROL

pad lot 3 seconds to lock

the dispenser and conuol panel. To

LOCKCONTROL unhl(k, pressand

HOLD3SECS hoM tile pad again

fi)r 3 seconds.

Dispenser Light

This pad turns tile night

lightin tile dispenser on

and off. Tile light also COIIles on when tile

LIGHT dispenser cradle is

pressed. Iftllis light burns out, it shouM be

replaced with a 6 watt

12V inaxilnUln bulb.

QuickIce

@ When you need ice in a

huny, press this pad to

speedupice

production. This will increase ice production

QUICKICE for tile ti)llo_dng 48

hours or until you press tile pad again.

DoorAlarm

@ To set file alarm, press

.... this pad until tile

indicator light COlnes on. This alarm will sound if

000R ALARM eifller door is open for

more than 3 minutes. The light goes out and

the beeping stops when

you chlse tile door.

Important Facts About Your Dispenser

i_?Do not add ice flom Uays or bags to

tile storage drawer. It may not (rush or dispense well.

>:Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of

narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can jmn the chute or cruise the door in the chute to

freeze shut, If ice is blocking the chute, poke it through with a w()o(len spoon.

>: Beverages and fi)o(ls sll{)uM not be

quick-chilled in tile ice storage drawer. Cans, bottles or fi)od packages in the

storage drawer may cause tile icemaker or mlger to jmn.

i_?To keep dispensed ice fi'om missing

the glass, put the glass (h)se to, but not tou(hing, the dispenser opening.

i_?Some crushed ice may be dispensed even

though you selected CUREDICE.This happens occasionally when a tew (ubes

accidentally get directed to the crusher,

>_After crushed ice is dispensed, some

water may drip fiom tile (hute.

>_Sometimes a small m()und of snow will

fi)rm on tile door in tile ice chute. This condition is nomlal and usually occurs

when you have (fispensed crushed ice

repeatedly. Tile snow xdll eventually evaporate.

Ice Storage Drawer on Dispenser Models

Toremove:

Set the icemaker power s_dtch to the 0 (off) position, lhfll the drawer straight out and then lift past the stop position.

Toreplace:

When replacing the drawer, be sure to press it firmly into place. If it does not go all the

way back, rem_)ve it and rotam the drive

mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the &awer back again.

Careand cleaningof therefrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

Thedispenser drip area, beneafll file grille,

sh{)uld be _dped (by. "v\_tterleft in this mea

m W leave deposits. Rem_)ve the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak

Dispenser drip area.

until the deposits disappear or become

loose enough to rinse away.

Thedispensercradle.Beti)re cleaning, lock

the dispenser by pressing and hoMing the LOCKCONTROLpad fin 3 seconds. Clean

with warm water and baking soda solution- about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to a quart (1 liter) of water. Rinse thor(n@fly and wipe (hy.

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Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean xdth a

(h)th dampened with soapy water. DU

xdth a soft ch)th.

Keep theoutsideclean.Wipe with a clean

cloth lightly dmnpened with kitchen appliance wax or miM liquid dish detexgent.

DU and polish with a clean, soft cloth.

Donot wipe the refrlgeretorwith a soileddish cloth orwet towel Thesemayleavea residue

that canerodethepaint.Donotusescounng pads,powderedc/eanere,bleachorc/eanere

containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan scratchand weakenthepainthbish.

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors,leave an open box of

baking soda in the tiesh ti)od and tieezer

(ompartments.

Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.If this

is not practical, _ring excess moisture out

of sponge or cloth when deaning m{nmd sxdwhes, lights or conuols.

Use warm water and baking soda solution-

about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to a quart (1 liter) of water. This both deans

and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dU.

Use of 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 cold glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference

may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves carefull_z Bumping tempered g/ass can cause

it to shatter

Donot washanyplasticrefrigeratorpartsin the dishwasher

Careand cleaning of therefrigerator.

Condenser

There is no need for routine (ondenser cleanings in nom_al home operating

' enxdronments. However, in enxdromnents

that may be particularly dusty or greasy, tile

.. " condenser should be cleaned periocficallv

" for efficient refrigerator operation.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be cmefifl when moving the refiigerator away fi'om tile wall. All/ypes of floor c_)verings can be damaged, parficulmly

(ushioned c()verings and those with embossed surlimes.

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

M_)ving the refiigerator in a side direction may result in dnmage/o tile floor c_)vefing

or refrigerator,

Preparing for Vacation

Cleaning the condenser:

Tile condenser is located inside the back

of the refligerator. To access it, rem{_ve the cover. The condenser is on the fight side.

Fox best resuhs, use a brash specially designed tot cleaning condensers.

They are m;filable at most appliance

part stores.

When pushing the refngerator back, make sure

you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker

supply hne.

For long vacations or absences, iem()ve fi)od and unplug the refiigerator. Clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one

tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one qum't (1 liter) of water. I,eave the doors

open.

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

the refrigerator.

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by taping them se(mely in place

to prevent damage.

When using a hand truck/o move the

retiigerator, do not rest tile flont or back of the retiigerator against the hand track. This

could dmnage the refrigerator. Handle only fiom the sides of the refligeramr.

Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upwht position during moving.

If tile temperature can &op below fleezing, have a qualified secvicer dr;fin the water supply syslem to prevent seri_xusproperty

damage &_e to flooding.

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

Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light

After replacing tile bulb with an

0 Unplug tile refligerator.

The bulbs are located at the top of the compartment, inside the light shieM. On some models, a screw at the front of

the light shield xdll have m be rein{wed.

To remove tile light shieM, press in on tile tabs on tile sides of the shieM and

slide fi)rward and out.

Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light

appliance bulb of tile stone or lower wattage, replace the light shield and

screws (Oilsome models). When

repladng the light shield, make sure

that the robs at the back of the shield fit

into the slots at the back of the light

shield housing. Plug tile refligerator back in.

Thisfightislocatedabovethetopdrawec

Unplug tile refiigerator. Remove the convertible meat &awer

control knob by pulling smtight out. IJfl the light shield up and pull it out.

Freezer Compartment

Unplug tile refligerator.

Remove the sheltjust above the light

shieM. (The shelfxdll be easier to remove flit is emptied first.) On some

models, a screw at tile top of tile light shieM xdll need to be removed.

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

Dispenser

After replacing tile bulb x_4tllan appliance bulb of tile same or lower

wattage, repla¢e tlle shield and

tile knob.

Plug tile refligerator back in.

Replace tile bulb with an appliance

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

reinstalling the light shieM, make

sure the top tabs snap securely

into place. Replace the screw (on

some models).

Reinstall tile shelf and plug tile refligerator back in.

Unplug tile refrigerator.

The bulb is located on the dispenser under the control panel.

Rem_)ve tile lightbulb by unning it o)untercl0ckwise.

Replace tile bulb with a bulb of tile

saIIle size and wattage.

Plug tile refligerator back in.

Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.

For CustomS&/eTM models

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

BeforeYouBegin

Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to instafl door panels. You can order pre-cut black, white, almond, bisque, or stainless steel decorator panels from GEParts 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) thi(k, you need to create a filler panel, su(h as 1/8" cmdboard, that x_illfit belween the titce of the door and the w()od panel. If}_n_me installing the pre-cut

decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels me 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) thick backing, or a 3/4" (19 ram) routed board (an be used. The raised portion of the panel must be fabri(ated to permit (learan(es ()fat least 2" (5.1 (m)

fi'om the handle side for fingertip (learan(e. Panels thicker than l/4" (6ram), up to 3/4" (l .)ram) max, wallrequne that the outer o/16 (8 ram) of

panel perimeter be no thi(ker than 1/4" (6 ram).

Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:

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

Panelsthickerthan1/4" (6mm)

2"(5.1 cm) II llll __---"...._",-_

1/4"(6mm)

ThickBacking

ClearanceII IIII _"

3/4"(19mm) pAP_ee_ra"ceqi111 • ,or

Door

Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels

FreezerPanel

WithoutDispenser

Cut 1/8" out-_I I_- (3mm)

i i

5/16" (8mm}

37%" (95.6cm)

67%Z (170.9cm)

FRONT

_. 141%2" _

(36.8cm) 2¼s"

Out 1/8" out -_I I_'-(3 mm)

_, ,,

cm) 1Y?"

7_- 21/2"

iX_I -I290m>

-"I 4- (2.9cm)

(6.4cm)

11A,,

(6.4cm)

(5.2cm)

5/_6 [ 111A"

.... -I I #

< mm>/

FreezerPanel

With Dispenser

i i

" (28.6cm)

_- {2.9cm)

177_" l_

(45.4ore)

T -'29cm>

,, _ T- 2½"

(10.3cm) -- Jh (6.4cm)

1(36.8 cm) 2>_"

33%" (5.2cm) (85.4cm) _,

Z2_"

16.4cm)

11_"

(2.9cm)--_

2W' _

(6.4cm)

1½"

(2.9cm) --i-

2W' _

(6.4cm)

2Hs"

(5.2cm)

FreshFoodPanel

1/8" Cut

(3mm)--_I I"4- out

11'_1/4,,l /---'_ {8 nlm}

(28.6cm)/

#x/

° /

37%"

(95.6cm)

(170.9cm)

FRONT

-_-- 19%Z'----_ (49.5cm)

,, _,

' '---- 5/16'*

67%2'*

I, t

(2.5cm}

The areas at the top of the panels need to be Qlt out of

the panels. The shaded areas indicate areas that nmst be routed out about 5/32" (4 ram) on the back side of

panels 1/4" (6 ram) thick or more. For panels less than

1/4" (6 ram) thick, these meas can be uut out of the

filler panels.

i t

(2.5cm)

f ,',

(2.5cm)

i_1 Depthofmaterial

tobe routedout

i I (2.9cm)

114"

(6ram)T _<

5/32"

(4mm)

Front

ExampleofRouting

Insertingthe doorpanels.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

0 Loosenthe TopTrim onthe Freezer and FreshFoodDoors.

Using a T-20 Torx driver, loosen the two screws attaOling tile Top Trim about l/4" (6 ram).

Insert the Freezer Panel and FreshFood Panel

I,ifl tile Top Trim up l/4" (6 ram) and careflllly push the fieezer panel in until it slides into the slot

behind the door handle. Push tile filler panel

(required with some door panels) in behind the

decorator panel. Repeat for flesh food panel.

Insert the Bottom Panel.

Cmefiflly push the panel in until it slides into the slot behind the door handle, l'ush the fillet panel

(required with some door panels) in behind the

decorator panel.

If your model has a dispenser and/or a Refleshment Center, this step only applies

to the top panels.

Hand tighten the two screws on the Top Trim.

Cut-Out

SideTrim

0 Install the Side Trim.

These pieces me rocked inside the retiigerator door handle.

Donot removetheprotectivefiim on theoutsideof the SideTrimuntil theSideTrimisinstallec!

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

Hold the Side Trim against tile fiont tace of the decorator panels and fit the Side Trim under the Top Trim. Make sure the Side Trim is fitmd

correctly and that you me satisfied with the

appearance of all the parts betore pulling the

tape liner.

Secure the Side Trim.

Place one hand be/ween the/wo pieces of tape liner and hold the Side Trim firefly against the panels

and the side of the door. Pull tile top tape liner up about 3" (80 ram),

pressing the trim with y{)ur hand as the adhesive is exposed to the door. Then pull the bottom

tape liner down about 3" (80 ram). Follow the/ape with y{mr hand, pressing the trim adhesive against

the door.

Condnue pulling the tape liner loose, alternating belween the top and bottom and pressing the Side

Trim against the door.

Remove the Protective Film Fromthe Outside of the Side Trim.

Installingand removingpreviouslyinstalled decoratorpanels.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Removing the Handles

In order to remove the decorator panels and replace

with new panels you need to remove the handles.

A T-20 Torxdriver is neede_

O I,oosen and remove the 2 screws in the

Top Trim,

I,oosen and remove tile 2 screws in the bracket

that auaches the Handle to the top of the Door.

Grip the Handle firmly and slide upwards. The keyhole slots on the Handle slide offthe

buttons on the door.

Open the door and slide out the decot_uor panels.

TopTrimScrews

BracketScrews Bracket

Bu_ons

>Slots

Inserting the Door Panels

Before installing the decorator panels, makesure theyhave been routed out in the proper areas as shown/n the beginmng of this section. Slide in the panels to perform a toal fit before fastemng down the Handle and Top Trim.

Installing the Handles

Oncethe panels are htted pmperly, install the Handle and TopTrim.

Slide the keyhole slots on the Handle do_a_

onto the buuons mounted to the til(e of the door. Slide the Handle downward until the

bracket at the top of the Handle fits flush on

the top of the door.

Replace the two screws in the bracket that

attach the Handle to the top of the Door and

tighten the s_rews to 45 in-lbs torque.

Replace the Top Trim making sure it tits over

the Side Trim and that the locating tabs fit the

inside of the Handle profile. Replace the Top Trim screws and tighten to

30 in-lbs torque.

Removingandreplacing the doors.

When instafling or moving the refrigerator, the doors may need to be removed in order to fit the refrigerator through a doorway.

Removing the Doors

Make sure the doors are closed and the refrigerator is unplugged.

0 Disconnect water line and wiring harness.

Nero tile lower hinge on the fleezer side, push in on tile collars at each end of tile c()upling, and pull the w;tter

line robing fl'om tile coupling. Also, disconnect _dfing hmness. Pull tile water line and the harness through the

lower rail.

0 Remove the hinge covers and the hinges.

In order to access the hinges, the hinge covers need to be

rem()ved. Remove the c()ver by grasping it on tile sides,

near the back of the cover, l'ush back on the cover and lift up at the back, then the fiont.

NOTE:DONOTusea screwdriver toremove the cover BECAREFUL not to break therear retalbing tab on the hinge cover Removethe

hbges usbg a TorxT-20.

Remove the doors.

Cmetully rotate the door to 90 ? Guiding the dis(onne(ted

water line and _dring harness, lift tile door smdght up.

NOTE: Not li@bgthe doorstraight upmay damagethe bottom hinge. Placedoorsona protectedsurface.

NOTE:Becareful not to pinch the water tubingand the wire harness at thebottom of the door

NOTE:Do not allow theconnector tocontact the floor Hardcontact can damage theconnector See "Replacingthe Doors."

Wire Harness%

-- HingeCover

Replacing the Doors

Place doors on bottom hinges.

With tile door at .0()_h)wer the door maight down onto the bottom hinge. Cmefillly close the door.

NOTE:Notloweringthedoorstraightdownontothebottomhinge

maydamagethehinge.

NOTE'.Donotallow theconnectortocontactthefloorHardcontact candamagetheconnector

Replacetophingesandhingecovers.

Reinstall tile top hinges using a Torx T-20. Replace the hinge c()vers. If tile doors are not level, a(ljust tile bottom

right hinge with a 7/16" open ended x_aench.

Reconnectwaterlineandwiringharness.

Insert water robing back into coupling, making sure the robing is pushed fro enough into the coupling so that you

no longer see the mark on the robing. Reconnect the

_dfing harness.

Turnonthewater supplyandplugtherefrigeratorbackin.

I ' _ Door

_ HingePin

Connector

Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

Models 21,23, 25, 27 & 29

I Questions?Call800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)or Visit ,)ur Websit eat: www.GEAppliances.comIn Canada,call 1.800.361.3400orvisit,)1,,Websiteat:www.geappliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - Savethes+

instru_ tions for local inspe( tor's use.

•IMPORTANT - Obs+,v+all

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consun, er.

. Note to Consumer - Keep these instrmtions

ibr flmne referem e.

CLEARANCES

Allow the fi)llo_dng dearan(es for ease of installation,

proper air drculation and plumbing and ele_trkal

COlmections:

21' and 23' 25', 27', and 29'

• Sides 1/8" (4ram) 1/8" (4ram)

• Top 1" (25 ram) 1" (25 ram)

• Back 1/2" (13 ram) 1" (25 ram)

ROLLERS

" Skill level -Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time - Refligerator Installation 15 minutes

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installer.

" Product tifilure due to in, proper installation is not

( overed under the Warranty.

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

(ON SOME MODELS)

The milers have 3 purposes:

• Rollers at!just so the door closes easily when opened about half, ray. [Raise the hont about a/8 (16 inn,) fioln

the floor.]

• Rollers at!just so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on

the floor and does not wobble.

• Rollers alh)wyou to move the refiigerator away fiom the

wall fi)r (leaning.

Final leveling ac!jt_stinelns shouM be made after the refrigerator has been installed.

If the refligerator has an icemaker, it will have to be COlmected to a cold water line. AGE water supply kit

(coi, tailfing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and

instructions) is available at extra cost fiom your dealer, by visiting our Website at www.GEAppliances.com (in

Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or fiom Parts and

Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refligerator where the telnperamre will go below 60°F (16°C) becm_se it will not i11i, oriel,

enough to maintain proper temperatures.

• Do not install the refiigerator where the temperature will go above 100 °F (37 °() because it will not perlorm properly.

• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it hilly

loaded.

To adjust the milers on 25', 27', and 29' models:

Turn the roller a(!justing screws

clockwise to raise the retiigera/or,

counterclockwise to

lower it. Use a 3/8" hex socket or x_Tench,

or an a_{justable x_aench.

Roller adjusting screw

Installation Instructions

ROLLERS {CONT.)

To adjust the rollers on 21' and 23' models:

O Remove tile base grille by opening the doors,

removing the s(rews at ea(h end, and pulling it straight out.

Turn the front roller ac!justing s(rews

clockwise to raise the refiigerator,

counterclockwise to lower it. Use a 3/8" hex socket or x,Tench,

or an a({jusmble x_Tench.

These models also have rear a([iustable rollers soyou can align the refiigerator _dth your kitchen cabinets.

L sea long-handled b/16 socketx_Tenchto turn the

Y _ -it

screws fi)r the rear rollers--mlockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

Replace tlle base grille.

Roller adjusting screws

DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

(for CustomStyle" models}

o o

..... .....

701A"(178.4cm)

" 36"_

(91.4cm}

.......................................24" (61fm}_.................

Water Electrical

DOOR ALIGNMENT

After ]exeling, make sure flint doors are exen at tl_e rap. To make the doors even, adjust tlle refligeramr door.

Lstag a //16 socket wrench, mrn d*e d(_or adiusdng

screw U)[l_e right 1oraise [he door, u) [l_e left u) lower iL

(A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads of the pin,

pre_ enls Ihe pin fl't)m turning unless a wrench is used. )

After one or two turns of din wrench, open and close Ihe refligerator door and (hetk II_e alignmenI aI II_e

lop of Ihe doors.

24" (61cm)

Cabinet

/4" (lg ram)Airspace

(1/2"[13mmGap+

1/4"[8 mm]WallPlates)

' 2C 1

1.5cm}

Countertop

Toremovethe basegrille, opentbedoors,remove

tbescrewateachendof thebasegrilleandthen

pail thegrillestraightout.

7/I 6"SocketWrench]

aiseI

Installation Instructions

iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LiNE (oNSOMEMODELS)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WXSX4, depending on the mn()unt of robing you need. Appr()ved plastic water supply lines are GE Smart( onnec/TM Refligerator Tubing (WX08X10002, WX08X 10006, WX08X 10/!15 and WX/!8X 10025).

When connecting _)ur refiigerator to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only appr()ved installation is with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water systems,

fi)llow the mam_tilctmer's recommendations. If the water supply to the refligerator is flom a Reverse

Osmosis Water Fihration System AND the refligerator also has a water filter, use the refligerator's fiher bypass plug. Using the refligerator's water fihration cartridge in conjunction with the RO fiher can resuh in hollow

ice cubes and slower water flow flom the water dispenser. This water line installation is not warranted by the

refligerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these instructions careflflly to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refligerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer befine installing the

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

the water line to the hot water line. If you use your refligerator before connecting the

water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the 0 (o#)position.

Do not install the icemaker robing in areas where temperatures tall below fleezing.

When using aW electrical device (such as a power drill) during installation, be sure the device is double insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered. All installations must be in accordance with local

plumbing code requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Copper or GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing

kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refligerator to

the water supply. If using copper, be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.

To determine how much robing you need: measure

the distance flom the water valve on the back of the refligerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8'

(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about

8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refligerator to move out flom

the wall after installation. GE SmartConnecl TM Refligerator Tubing Kits are

available in the fi)llowing lengths: 2' (.6 m) - WXOSX10002

6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10006

15' (4.6 m) - WX/!8Xl0015

25' (7.6 m) - WX08X10025 Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)

as described above.

Installation Instructions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

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

• A GEwater supplykit (containing robing, shutoff

valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra cost flom vour dealer or flom Parts and Accessories,

800-626-2602 (in (anada 1.888.261.3055).

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

• Power drill.

• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.

• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.

Install the shutoffvalve on the nearest tiequemly used drinking water line.

[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest tim(el long enough to (lear the line of water.

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location tot the valve that is easily accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a

vertical water pipe. When it is necessa_ y to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection

to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment flom the

water pipe.

• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and

2 ferrules (sleeves)--to _onne_t the _opper robing to the shutotfvalve and the reliigerator water

valve.

• If you are using a GE Smart( onnecff v Refiigerator Tubing kit, the necessa_ y fittings are preassembled to

tlle robing.

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

plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the refligerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.

Do not cut formed end flom GE Smart( onnect TM Refiigerator robing.

• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line. The shutoffvalve should have a water inlet with a

minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type

shutoffvalves are included in many water supply kits. Betore purchasing, make sure a saddleqype valve

complies with your local plumbing codes.

[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

I)rill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (even if using a seltZpierdng valve), using a sharp bit. Remove any

burrs resuhing tiom drilling the hole in the pipe.

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

Failure to drill a 1/4" hole may resuh in reduced ice

production or smaller cubes.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten tile shutoffvalve tr) tile (old water pipe with tile pipe (lamp.

Pipe

Saddle-Type""_ C01dWater Pipe ShutoffValve

NOTE: Crmnnrmweahh of Massachusetts Plumbing Cr)des 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves

are illegal and use is not perlnitted in Massachusetts. Crmsuh _dth your licensed phunber.

[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

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

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush tile robing.

Pipe

Clamp Screw"

Washer

Inlet End

r •

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)

for copper tubing onto the end of the robing and crmnect it tr) the slmtr)flvalve.

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

For plastic tubing flom a GE SmartConnect TM Refligerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoffvalve and tighten

compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one additional mrn with a _Tench. Overtightening

may cause leaks.

Saddle-TypeShutoffValveI CompressionNut

SmartConnectTM

PackingNut

OutletValve

NOTE: ( rmnnrmweahh of Massachusetts 1)hHnbing Codes 248( MR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves

are illegal and use is not permitted in Massa( husetts. Consuh _dth your li(ensed plumber.

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Ferrule(sleeve)

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between tile cold water line and the refiigerator.

Route tile tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor (behind the refligerator or adja( ent base

(abinet) as ( lr)se tr) the wall as possible.

NOTE: Be stlre there is sufficient extra tubing

(about 8' [2.4 In] coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) tr) allow the reliigerator to

move out fiom the wall after installation.

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

Shut tile water offal the water valve after about

one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed

through the tubing.

Installation instructions

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR

NOTES:

Befi)re making the connection to the refligerator,

be sure the refligerator power

cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. If your refligerator does not have a water fiher,

we recommend installing one. If your water

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

the water line near the refligerator. If using GE SmartConnect Refligerator Tubing kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to

connect the fiher. Do not cut plastic tube to

install fiher.

Some models have the refligerator connection at the end of robing located outside the compressor

compartment access cover. On other models the compressor compartment access cover must be

removed in order to access the refligerator

connection at the water valve.

On mr)dels using the refligeratirm crmnectirm at the water valve, remove the plastic flexible cap.

Insert the end of the tubing into the water valve _onne_tion as far as possible. While holding the

tubing, tighten the fitting. For plastic tubing flom a GE SmartConnecff v

Refligerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refligerator connection and

tighten the compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one additional turn _dth a wrench.

Overtightening may cause leaks.

Fasten the tubing intr) the clamp provided to hold it in a vertk al pr)sitirm. You may need to pry open the

_lamp.

One of the illustrations below will look like the crmnectirm rm yO[li refrigerator.

Tubing 1/4"

1/4" Compression,.,

Nut

Ferrule

SmartConnectw Tubing

Tubing Clamp

1/4" CompressionNut

Ferrule (sleeve)

Refrigerator Connection

1/4"Tubing

Place the compression nut and terrule (sleeve)

onto the end of the tubing as shown. On the GE SmartConnect TM Refligerator Tubing kit, the nuts

are aheady assembled to the robing.

Refrigerator

SmartConnectTMTubing

[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE

SHUTOFF VALVE

Tighten any ( r)nne(tir)ns that leak.

Replace access cover.

Installation instructions

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Arrange tile coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refligerator or against the

wall. Push the refligerator back to the wall.

START THE ICEMAKER

Set the icemaker power s_itch to the I (on)position.

The icemaker will not begin to operate until it

tea( hes its operating temperature of 15 °F (-9 °C) or below. It will then begin operation automati( ally

if tl_e i( emaker power switch is in tl_e ! (on) position.

NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, tile

water valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver

enough water to tl_e icemaker.

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