GE PSW23PSTBSS, PSW23PSTASS, PSS26PSTBSS, PSS26PSTASS, PSH25PSTBSV Owner’s Manual

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

Operating Instructions

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

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

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

CustomCool'" ................ 7, 8

Ice and _4'ater Dispenser ........ 15

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

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

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

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

TurboCooF* . .................. 6

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

Installation Instructions

Installing the Refligerator . . . .28-31

Moving the Refligerator . .... 24-27

Preparing to Install

the Reflig_ramr . .............. 23

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

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

Models23,25,26,27 and29

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Refrigeradores

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

Normal Operating Sounds ...... 35

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

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

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

State of Calitbrnia ¼'amr

Treatment Device Certificate ..... 42

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

VVarrantv (U.S.) ............... 40

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

La seccionen espa#olempiezaenlapagina 88

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

top on the right side.

200DSO74PO09 49-60456 03-06 JR

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 SUltilces in tile fl'eezer

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

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

\_q)ors and liquids in tile vicinity 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

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

icemaking mechanism while tile refl]gerator
is i)lugged in.

i)_:Kee I) finget_ out of tile "pinch point" areas;

clearances between the doo_ and between
the doo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.

Be caretul closing doo_ when children are
in the area.

i)_:Unplug tile refl'igerator before cleaning and

making repai_.

NOTE."We stronglyre.commendthat any servicingbe
performedby a qualified individual

i)_:Setting either or both controls to 0 (Off)does not

remove power to tile light circuit.

_ Do not refl'eeze fi'ozen fi)ods which have

thawed completel>

_i_Mwa_:s clean tile CustomCooY_Tray after thawing

fi)od.

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A DANGER! RISK OFCHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSAOFTHEREFRIGERATORL 0 0 0

Child entral)ment and ,_tlfl' cati n are n t pr blems Refrigerants
of the past.Junked or abandoned refl_igerato_ are

still danoerous exen if they will sit for "'ust a few M1 refl_igeration products contain refl'i_erants,,
days." If)ou are getting cid of)our old reffigeratox; which trader federal law must be removed prior

accidents.

Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator t,, d,,.
or Freezer: _"

iJi::Take off the cloox_. _"
!i_:I,eaxe the shelxes in place so that children ma)

not easilx climb inside.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

to )roduct disposal If you are ,ettin , cid of

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I:| refYi gerati°n }ff°d uct: cli:c k '_i: hthe

cmpan) handlin_ the di,_p ,_al ab ut what _'D

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

However, ifxou must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UlAisted (in the United _"
States) or a (:SA-listed (in Canada), B-wire grounding type appliance extension cord haxing a grounding

_])e I)ltw_ and outlet and that the electcical 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 appfiance 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 ahvavs, be I)lugged,, into its
own indixidual electrical outlet which has a xoltage
rating that matches the rating plate.

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

could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.

NeverIun )lug,,_our refl_igerator, 1)_,I)tilling, on the
I)°wer cord . _Mwavs,, II,gri ) )lug firefly, and pull ,strai_4_t

out fl'om the outlet.

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

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

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

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMAtiONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, gecom

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

refrigerator compartment and O°Ffor the freezer compartment. Allow

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

NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the

Tochange the temperature, press and release tile

WARMER or COLDERpad. Tile SETlight will come

on and tile display will show tile set teml)eramre.
To change tile teml)erature, tap either tile

WARMER or COLDERpad tlntil tile desired

temperature is displayed. Refrigerator temperatures
can be ac!justed between 34°F and 44°F and tile

fl'eezer teml)eratures can be a(!iusted between

-()°F and +6°E

Once tile desired temperature has been set,
tile temperature display will return to tile actual

reli-igerator and fl'eezer temperatures alter 5
seconds. Several a(!iusunents may be required.

Each time you a(!iust controls, allow 24 l/otu_ fin" tile
refl_igerator to reach tile temperature you have set.

Toturn the cooling system off,tap tile WARMER pad

fin" either tile reliJgerator or tile ti'eezer until tile

display shows OFF.To turnthe unit back on,press tile

COLDERpad fin" either tile reli_igerator or ti'eezex:

The SETlight will ilhmfinate on the side you
selected, Then press the COLDERpad again (on the

side where the SErlight is ilhmfinated) and it will
go to tile preset points ot O°Ffi:,r tile fl'eezer and

37°Ffln" the reti'igeratox: Setting either or both
controls to OFFsmps cooling in both the freezer

and refl'igerator compartments, but does not shut
off' electrical power to tile reli'iger;mn:

PerformanceAk FlowSystem

Tile Perfimnance M>Flow System is designed to
maximize temperature control in tile refrigerator

and fl'eezer compartments. This unique special
teattu'e consists of tile :Mr Tower along tile back

wall ot the refl-igerator and the Mr Tunnel on the

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

affect i)ettommnce. Mthough tile Mr Tower and
tile Mr Tunnel can be removed, doing so will affect

temperature i)e_tormance. (For remox_fl
instructions, on-line, 24 llotus a day, 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/H

How it Works

TurboCooY_rapidly cools the refl_igerator

coml)artn_ent in order to more quickly
cool fi)o(ls. Use TurboCoolwhen adding a

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TurboCool

large amount of fi)od to the x'eflJgex'ator

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

or when putting away waxm leflovex_. It can

also be used if the refl_igerator has been
without power fin" an extended period.

Once acfiw_ted, the compressor will tm'n on

immediately and the tiros will cycle on and

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

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 maint;fin this setting. _Mter

8 hom_, or if TurboCoolis pressed again,

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

How to Use

Press TurboCooLThe refl_igerator

temperature display will show TC.

_Mter TurboCool is complete, the refi_gerator

compartment will retm'n to the original
setting.

NOTES:

Therefngeratortemperaturecannotbechanged

duringTurboCool.

Thefreezertemperatureisnotaffectedduring

TurboCool.

Whenopeningtherefngeratordoordunng
TurboCool,thefaro will continuetorunif they

havecycledon.

AboutClimateKeeper2/H

How it Works

The new ClimateKeeper2 TM is the industrv's
most achmlced refiJgeration system,

delivering optimmn mmperamre and

hmnidity pedimnance to keep t0od garden

fresh longer and reduce ti'eezer bm'n, while
maintaining E sta>level efficiency.

The new ClimateKeeper2system teatm'es
two evaporato_--one tot the refl_igerator

and one fin" the fi'eezet;

This provides two separate cooling systems
fin" the entire trait, and separates the

ai_low between the fl'esh food and fl'eezer
sections (lining nomml cooling operations.*

This ensures that the humidi V levels in the
fresh t0od section are significantly higher

than in a conventional system,** allowing

fresh produce and other unsealed foods to

retain their moisture content and ti'eshness

longe_: Moisture sensitive t0ods such as
fresh ti'uit, salads, rice, etc., can now be

stored on open shelves without excessive
moistm'e loss. Due to the higher humidi_'

in the reliigeram_; you may on occasion

experience log or small amotmts of
moisture in the reli_igerator compartment.
This is nomml and may come and go as

(litti_rent ti)()(l loads and enviromnental

conditions change. Wipe (hT with a paper

towel if desired.

The separate ai_{low system minimizes
the mixing of air between the two

compartments, which reduces odor
transter to improve the taste of ice.

The ClimateKeeper2system also reduces

the number of defl'osting cydes in the

fl'eezer e_q)orat(n; thereby reducing
fl'eezer burn.

_Freezerairis used inthe CustomCoolfeature.

**Testingshowsa higherieve/ofhumidityin

theFreshFoodsectioninClimateKeeper2
refweratorsversusconventionaiunits.

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How it Works

The CustomCoolTM feature is a system of
dampe_, a tim, a temperature thermistor

and a heater. Depending on the fllncfion
selected, a combination at these will be

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

The pan is tightly sealed to prevent the pen's
temperature fl'om causing temperature

fluctuations in the rest of the refl_igeratm:

How to Use

Some CustomCool models teature a beverage
centei; It is designed to store beverages at

colder temperatures, Select the Beverage

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

refl'eshments on hand.

The controls _/r this pan are located at the
top of the refl_igerator with the temperature

conti'ols.

ExpressThawTM

ExpressChfllTM

0 Erupt}, the pan. Place the (;hill/Thaw

tra) in the pan. Place the items on the

tra) and close the pan completely.

@ Select the ExpressThaw_,"ExpressChill"

or SelectTemf" pad. The display and

SK/'light will coIne on. Tap the pad
until the light appeais next to the

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

_:_ To stop a feature before it is

finished, tap that teature's pad

until no options are selected and

the display is off.

iJi::During ExpressThaw and

ExpressChill,the displa)on tl_e

controls will count down the time

in the cycle.

How to Remove and Replace the Drawer

Toremove:

@ Pull the drawer out to the stop position.
@ Rotate all Ibm" swing locks to the unlock

position.

_: _dter the ExpressThaw cycle is

complete, the I)an will reset to the
ME/ITsetting (32°F) to hel I) preserve

thawed items until they are used.

_: The displayed actual temperature (ff

the CustomCoolpan may wm' slightly

ti'om the SETtemperature based on

usage and operating enviromnent.

NOTE."Forfoodsafety reasons,it is recommended

thatfoodsbe wrappedinplastic wrap when using

ExpressThaHz Thiswill help contain meatjuices
andimprove thawingperformance.

I,ock all four s_dng hicks by rotating

them to the hick I)osition.

i,ifl the fl'ont of the drawer up and ()tit.

Toreplace:

@ Make sure all four swing locks are in the

unlock position.

Place the sides of the drawer into the

drawer supports, making sure the swing

locks fit on the drawer slots.

AboutCustomCool:

CustomCoo/TMChart

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

ExpressChill SelectTemp

0.5 Lb. (4 hours)

::Ji::Hamburger Patties (0.5 lb)

::Ji::Individually Wrapped

Filet Mignon (0.5 lb)

1.0 Lb. (6 hours)

_: Chicken Breasts (l.0 lb)
::Ji::Ground Beef (1.0 lb)

_: Steak (],0 lb)

2.0 Lbs. (10 hours)

::Ji::Chicken Breasts (2.0 lbs)
!_'J Ground Beet (2.0 lbs)
_: Steak (2.0 lbs)

3.0 Lbs. (12 hours)

::Ji::Chicken Breasts (3.0 lbs)
_: Ground Bed (3.0 lbs)

N Steak (3.0 lbs)

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15 Minutes

::Ji::1 Beverage Can (12 oz)

::Ji::2 Small Juice Boxes (6-8 oz each)

30 Minutes

_: 2 to 6 Beverage Cans (l 2 oz each)
::Ji::2 Plastic 20 oz Bottles of Beverage

_: 4 to 6 Small Juice Boxes

(6-8 oz each)

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

45 Minutes

_: 2 liter ot Beverage
:t::::1/2 Galhm {ifJuice

::Ji::Gelatin-1 package

How to Use

O Select the BeverageCenterpad. The set

light will come on and the feature xfill

operate as required.

_To turn off the feature, press Beverage

Centerpad and set light will turn off.

Citrus Setting (43°F)

::Ji::Oranges, i,emons, IJmes,

Pineal)pie, (:antalouI)e

::Ji::Beans, (]tlCtli//bei's, Tomatoes,

Peppe_, Eggplant, Squash

Produce Setting {35°F)

_: Strawberlies, Raspberries, I_witi'uit,

PeaI_, Cherries, Blackberries,
Grapes, PlulnS, Nectarines, Apples

::iT::_&sparagus, Broccoli, ())rn,

Mushroon]s, Si)inach , CaulifloweI;
tCde, Green Olfion, Beets, Olfions

Meat Setting (32°F)

}i_:Raw Meat, Fish and Poultr*

NOTE:Unlessturnedoffasabove,featurewi//
remainactiveforsixmonths.PresstheBeverage

Centerpadtorestart.

How to Remove and Replace the Beverage Center

Toremove: _ Replace dairy bin.

O Renlove (lai_T bin fiI_t. Holding the

botton] ot the daily bill lift the fl'ont

straight up, then lift up and out.

@ Holding left and _ight side of beverage

centeI; lift straight up and out.

O i,eave adapter in place.

Toreplace:

Engage bacL4de ot beverage center in

molded SUl)l)orts on adapte_: Then
push down on the sides ot the beverage
center: The beverage cenmr will lock

into place.

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Adapter

About the water filter. (onsomemodels) ge.com

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Holder

Place the top of the cartridge up
flTsidethe cartridge holder and

slowly turn it to theright.

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EilterBypassPlug

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter (artvidge is located in the
back upper fight corner of the refi_igerator

C()l//]D;[ 13111 ent.

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indirator light for
the >4ater filter cartridge on tile dispense1:

This light will turn orange to tell )ou that

}ou need to replace tile filter soon.

Tile filter carh_idge shotdd be replaced

when tile rel_lacement indicator light, turns

red or _f tile flow of water to the dispenser
or icemaker decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

O If you are repladng the cam_idge, filet

remove the old one by slowly turning

it to tile left. Be notpull down on the

cartridge. A small am(rant of water may
drip down.

Fill the replacement cal_hidge with

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water fi'om tile tap to allow fi_r better
flow fi'om the dispenser immediately

a_,ter installation.

O P.un water fl'()m tile dispenser for

3 minutes (about 1½ gallons) to dear

tile system and prex ent sl)uttering,.

0 Press and hold the RESETFILTERpad

on the dispenser for 3 seconds.

NOTE:A newly-installed water fitter cartn?Jgemay
cause water to spurt from the d/spenser.

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use tile filter b)pass plug

when a replacement filter cam_idge is not
a_filable. Tile dispenser and tile icemaker

will not operate without tile filter 05" filter

bypass plug.

Replacement Filtem:

To order additional filter cartridges

in the United States, visit our Webs#e,
ge.cmn, or call GE Parts and Accessories,

800.626.2002.

GWF
Suggested Retail $345.)5 USD

Custonlers in Canada should consult
tile yellow pages tor tile nearest Camco

Service Centes:

I •inim,,_ 55o1tile afro's,, (m tile cal"tvidge

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and the Gu_tridge holder, place tile
top of the new cartl_idge, ul ) inside

tile hokles: Do not push it up into
the hoMes;

Slowly turn it to tile fight 5mti] tile filter
cam_idge stops. O0 NOT OVERT/GHTEN.

_s w)u turn tile cartridge, it will
automatically raise itself into position.

Cam-idge will rotate about 1/4 turn.

Aboutthe shelvesandbins.

Not all features are on all models.

Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins

Large Bins Thesnuggerhelps prevent tipping, spilling

The larger refrigerator door bins and shelf. Place a finoer on either side of the
fl'eezer dlt-out door bins are a(!justable.

Toremove: Lift the fl'ont of the bin straight

up, then lift up and out.

Refrigerator bin

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Freezer tilt-out bin

Toreplace or relocate: 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,

SmallBins

Toremove: iJfl the fl'ont of the bin straight

up then out.

Toreplace: Position the bin above the

rectangular molded SUl)ports on the dora:

Then slide the bin down onto the SUl)p()rt

to lock it in place.

or sliding of small items stored on the door

snugger near the rear and move it back

and torth to fit your needs.

Donotblock CAUTION:

Topfreezer bin

Donot block

Becareful when
placingitems in the

topbin. Make sure
thatitems do not

blockor fail into

the ice chute.

CAUTION:

Partmust be in

placeas shown

forproper ice

dispensing.Food
cannotbe stored

/b this location.

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Presstabandpull shelfforward
toremove

Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf

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

special edges are designed to help prexent
spills ti'om dripping to lower shelxes.

Toremove:

Slide the shelf ()tit until it reaches the stop,
then press down on the tab and slide the

shelf straight out.

OuickSpace TM Sheff

This shelf splits in half and slides under
itself for storage of tall items on the shelf

below.

Top freezer bin (on some models)

Toreplace or relocate:

iJne 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
shelf down to the desired position, line up

with the supports and slide into place.

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

On some models, this shelf cannot be used
in the h)west position.

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This shelf can be removed and replaced

or reh)catedj 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 ti'eezex: Lift iiI) until the back
pins are disengaged, i,ift the entire basket

tl I) and pull out.

Slide-Out Freezer Shelves

To remove, slide ()tit to tile stop l)osition,

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 ofshelf."

O I,ift the shelf uI) at the left side.

Bring the shelf Stilt.

Makesureyoupushthebasketsall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoo_

Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall thewayback
in beforeyouclosethedoor.

NOTEFORDISPENSERMODELS:/nordertotake

furladvantageof the tilt-outicebin,onlystoreitems

ontheshelfbelowtheicebinthatarenotallerthan

the/owestpointonthebin.

Toremove this type of shelf"

i,ifl up the left side of the shelf and
slide it left into the ('enter of the shelf

supports.

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

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.

To remove:

O Erupt} the xdne/beverage rack.

Holding the bottom of the dairy bin,
lift the ti'ont straight Ill), then lift III)

and (t/it.

To detach the rack from the dairy bin,
pull the rack's side wires out of the

holes on each side (ff the dairy bin.

Toreplace:

Reattach the rack to the sides
of the bin.

Engage the back side of the bin in
the molded SUl)ports on the (h)o_:

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_gerator (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

(1ooI;

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

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

pin, prevents the pin 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 reflJ gerator, door

and check the alignment at the top of

the (h)o_.

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Aboutthecrispersandpans. ge.cem

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crispers

Excess water that may accunmlate in the
bottom of tile drawei_ should be wiped (hw:

On some models, tile l)ottom drawer has

filll extension slides that allow filll access
to tile drawei:

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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 streanl of cold air fl'om

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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 Keel)eI:

Aboutcrisperremoval.

Slide tile control all tile way to tile LO
settino_ to proxide lower humidity lexels

recolnlnended 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 temperature and

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

between these extremes can be selected.

Not all features are on all models.

Crisper Removal

Crispers can easily be removed by pulling

tile drawer straight ()lit and lifting the
drawer up and over tile step location,

If the door pre\wlts you fl'om taldng out
tile drawers, first ti T to remove tile (loot

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

be rolled/orward until tile door opens
enough to slide tile drawers out, In some

cases, when you rt)ll tile refl_gerator ()lit,

you will need to move the refl_igerator

to tile left or right as you roll it ()lit,

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Aboutthe automaticicemaker.

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

Automatic Icemaker

On dispenser models,

to access ice or reach
the power switch:

o Lift thebin, 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 awm the fit_t tew batches of ice to Power

allow the water line to clem: Switch

ge stlre nothin£_ interferes with the sweep
of the teeler amL

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

ice. It is nomml for several cubes to be

joined together:

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

will become chmdy, taste stale and shrink.

Special note about dispenser models:

iJi::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 ()tit or turn the
icemaker power switch on and off'. Be

sure to put the bin back in place before

closing the doo_:

iJi::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 fire shortest amount of dine.

Icemaker

Greel/

P0werLight FeelerArm

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

times whenmaklhg onehatchof ice.

o Lift the bin, then pull it

forward until the bin stops.

o Lift andpull forward again

to remove the bin.

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Removing Ice Bin (dispensermodels)

CAUTION: The ice bin is heavy when full.

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

Dispenser Models on v

About the ice and water dispenser. (onsome models) ge.com

ToUsetheDispenser

SpillShelf

Select CUBEDICE,CRUSHEDICEor WATER.

Press the glass gently _tg_dnstthe top ot tile
dispenser cradle.

The spill shelf is not sell<training. To reduce
water spotting, the shelf and its grille shoukl be
cleaned regularly.

Ifnowaterisdispensedwhentherefrigeratoris first
installed,,theremaybeairin thewaterlinesystem.Press

thedispenserarmfor atleasttwo minutestoremove
trappedairfromthewaterlineandtotiffthewater

system.Toflushoutirnpudtiesin thewaterline,throw
awaythefirstsixgbssfulsof water

CAUTION:Neverputfingersoranyotherobjectsintothe
icecrusherdischargeopening.

LockingtheDispenser

Press the LOCKpadibr :4seconds to lock tile
dispenser and control panel. To unlock, pl_ss
and hokt the pad ag_fin for 3 seconds.

Precise Fill

DispenserLight

The LIGHTpad turns the nightlight in the

dispenser on _md()fli The light _dso comes on

\q/en the dispenser cradle is pressed. On some

models, if this light burns out, it should be
l_pl_ce(t with _t6 watt 12V maximum bulb.

QuickIce

When }_)u need ice in a hm'r}; press die

QUICKICEpad to speed up ice production.
This will increase ice production for file
tollowing 48 hom_ or until _)u press the

pad ag_dn.

OoorAlarm

To set the alarm, pl_ss tile DOORALARMp_td
tmtil the indicator light comes on. This alarm

will sound if either door is open for more thai_

3 minutes. The light goes out and tile beeping
stops \q/en t_u close tile door

This _lter dispenser is equipped with a teatm_

called "precise fill." This teatm'e _dlo_tsyou to
choose a precise amount of water (cups or

otmces) that you _)uld like dispensed.

O Press the WATERpad.

Press the CUPS or OUNCESpad.

O Select the precise am()m/t of water you

would like dispensed.
Ifyonselected OUNCES,press the an'o_

pads on either side of the displa} to select

tile number of ounces you would like to

hme dispensed bet\_ee_/ 1-99 ounces.

Ifyon selected CUPS,press the arro_ pads

on the leit of the displa} to select the \_hole
cups (1-16 cups) and/or file arro_ pads on

the right side of the (lisping}to select

ti_ctions of a cup (1/4-3/4 cups).

important Facts About Your Dispenser

_: Do not add ice ti'om trays or bag_ to

file storage drm,:er. It m_w not crush or

dispense _11.

N A_oid o_erfilling glass with ice and use of

narro_ glasses, g_mked-up ice can jam tile
chute or cause the door in the chute to ti'eeze

shut. If ice is Nocking the chute, poke it

througll with a _)o(ten spoon.

N Be\erages and toods should not be quick-

chilled ill the ice storage (trawel: Cans, bottles
or todd packages in the storage drm_r ma}
cm_se tile icemaker or m_ger to jmn.

N To keep dispensed ice t_'om missing the glass,

put file glass dose to, but not touching, file
dispenser opening.

O Press the cup ag'ainst the cradle and _Jter

will begin dispensing. It _dll automaticall}
stop \q/en tile amount set has been

dispensed. The displ_y will sho_ there
is no _ter left to dispense, then reset.

NOTE:Donotleavethedispenserunattendedwhen
waterisbeingdispensed

]tv(m would like to stop dis )ensing water
beti)re the specified amount has been

dispensed, just remove the cup ti'om the
cradle. The displa} will show the amount

left to dispense.

_: Some crushed ice mm be dispensed e\en

thoug]l you selected CUBEDICE.This happens
occasionall_ when a te\_ cubes accidentally get

direcmd to'the crasher

;??,_ter crushed ice is dispensed, some _tter

may drip fl'orri tile chute.

N Sometimes a srrlall rriol/nd of sno_ will tonn

on the door in tile ice chute. This condition
is i_onnal and usu;dlv occurs when you hme

dispensed crushed ice repeatedl}. The snow

will e_entually evaporate.

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Careand cleaning ofthe refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The dispenser drip area, beneath the grille,

should be _l)e(1 (h_': _,\_Ker lett in this area
may leaxe deposits. Remoxe the deposits by

Dispenserdriparea.

adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak

tmtil the deposits disappear or become

loose enotlgh to I_nse al_;Iv.

The dispenser cradle, getore cleaning, lock

the dispenser by pressing and holding the
LOCK CONTROLpad fi)r 3 seconds, Clean

with w;mn water and baking soda
solution--about a tablespoon (15 ml) oI

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

Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.

The doorhandles and trim. Clean with

a cloth dampened with soapy water:

Dry with a soft cloth.

The stainless steel panels and door handles

(on solne models) can be cleaned with
a commercially available stainless steel
cleanex: A spra)_on stainless steel cleaner

works best.

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

Keep the outside clean. Wipe Mth a clean
cloth lightly dampened Mth kitchen

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

Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel Thesemay leave aresidue

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

containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint finish.

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors,leave an open box of

baking soda in the fl'esh tood and fl'eezer

CoI//pa i'tlllents,

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this

is not practical, wring excess moisture out

()f sponge or cloth when cleaning around

switches, lights or controls.

Use wmm wamr and lx_king soda solution--

about a tablespoon (15 ml) (ff baking soda

to a quart (l liter) of wam_: This both
cleans and neutralizes o(lo_s, Rinse and

wipe dry:

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 cold glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference

may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves
carefufi_zBumping tempered glass can cause

it to shatter

Donot washanyplasticrefngeratorparts
in thedishwasher

Thechili/thawtrayis dishwashersafe.

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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_:

ge.com

Whenpushingtherefrigeratorback,makesure

youdon't rolloverthepowercordor icemaker
supplyline.

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Preparing for Vacation

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,
have a qualified servicer drain the water

supply s)'stem to prevent serious propert},
damage due to flooding.

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Replacingthelightbulbs.

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

ReveaF appliance bulbs are used on some models. They can be identified by their blue color when they

are not illuminated.
Not all features are on aft models.

Yourlight shield will look like

one of the following.

Tabs

OR

Pocket

Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light

O Unplug the refrigerator.

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

the light shield will have to be removed.
On other models, the screw is located

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

O To remoxe the light shield, on some O

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

and out. On other models,just slide
the shield fin'ward and out,

Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light

Thish_lht is located above the top drawer

O Unplug the refrigerator

@ Remoxe the comertible meat drawer

control knob by pulling straight out.

O I,itt the light shield up and pull it out.

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

wattage, replace the light shield and
screws (on some models). When

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

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

Plug the reliigerator back in.

O ,Mter replacing the bulb xfith an

appliance bulb of the same or lower
wattmm_, replace the shield and

the knob.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

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Freezer Compartment

Unplug the reliigerator

Remoxe the shelfj ust aboxe the light
shield. (The shelf will be easier to

remove if it is emptied fi_st.) On some
models, a screw at the top of the light

shield will need to be removed.

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

Dispenser (on some models)

O Unplug the refligerator
O The bulb is located on the dispenser

trader the control panel.

Remoxe the light bulb by tm'ning
it cotmterclockwise.

Replace the bull) with an appliance

O

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 some Inodels).

0 Reinstall the shelf and plug the

refl'igerator back in.

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

O Plug the " "% "ator back in

I eli 1 _eI,

Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.

For CustomSlyM °'models

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

BeforeYouBegin

Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to install door panels. You can 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 between the ti_ce of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing the ix'e-cut
decorator panels, ix'e-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The coml)ined 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 I)anel desion_ screwed or ,glued to a l/4" (6 ram) thick backing, or a 3/4" (1(.)ram) _outed board
can be tlsed, The raised i)ortion of the panel m tlst be tid)ricated to i)e_nit clearances of at least 2" (5. l cm)

ti'om the handle side fin" fingertip clearance.

Panels thicker than 1/4" (6 ram), up to 3/4 (l .) ram) max, will _e(luue that the outer :)/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"(6ram)

kBacking

f

2"(5.1 cm)
Clearance

1/4"(6ram)max

3/4"(19 ram/

HandleSide

Appearance "'"
Panel

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)

J+ ,,

i i

.... .I

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

,,

i i

t

5/16"

(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"

I_

""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)

.... --I

''

i !

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

,l ''

i i

t

5/16"

(8 mm)

69"

(175.3 cm)

FRONT

i FRONT

14k2 ,.,

(36.8 ore)

361/4"

(92.0 cm)

15 zz

20

1415/;2"

_'-"(36.8 cm)-"

[

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 Top Trimon the Freezer and Fresh FoodDoors.

The Top Trim can be tound inside the refl_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 tucked inside the reti_gerator
door handle.

Donot removetheprotectivefilm on theoutsideof
theSideTrimuntil the SideTrimis instated.

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

Hold the Side Trim against the fl'ont fl_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 xxm 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

I

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

I

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

if the refrigerator has already been installed,

remove the base grille (see Step 2 in Moving

the Refrigerator), then skip to Step 5 in

Installing the Refrigerator.

U

Plastic Putty Knife

Phillips Head Screwdriver

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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

freezer

hinge

DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL

[]

CONNECTORS (on some models)

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

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

that must be disconnected.

To disconnect, pull apart each connector.

[] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND

REFRIGERATOR DOORS

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

[] Remove the freezer door top hinge cover

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

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

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

5/16" or 1/8" hex head

Bottom
refrigerator

hinge

[] Open the freezer door to 90. °

90 °

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Installation Instructions

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

[]

REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
(cont.)

[]

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

_

90°

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR (cont.)

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

screws, then lift the hinge straight up to

free the hinge pin.

[] Open the refrigerator door to 90. °

5/16" or 1/8" hex head

<

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

[] Remove the refrigerator door top hinge

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

_ H

90 °

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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.

L

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

Water Electrical

_'_3/4"(19 ram)Airspace

(1/2"[13 ram]Gap+
1/4" [6ram]WallPlates)

25" (83.5cm)

Countert0p

' J'L '

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

721A" (183.5cm)_

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_721/4 rl (183.5 cm) required for full adjustment

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

36"

(91.4cm)

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Installation instructions

CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

[]

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE
(icemaker and dispenser models)

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

NOTES:

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

outlet.

• If your refrigerator does not have a
water filter, we recommend installing

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

the refrigerator's water valve. Install it

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

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

Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.

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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.

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If you are using copper tubing, insert

the end of the tubing into the refrigerator

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

tubing, tighten the fitting.

If you are using GE SmartConnect TM
tubing, insert the molded end of the
tubing into the refrigerator connection,

at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten
the compression nut until it is hand tight.

Then tighten one additional turn with a
wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.

[] Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided

to hold it in position. You may need to pry

open the clamp.

Tubing Clamp 1/4" Tubin

1/4"

Compression

Ferrule

(sleeve)

Refrigerator
Connection

SmartConnect 'MTubing

[] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

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

any leaks.

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Before plugging in the refrigerator, make

sure the icemaker power switch is set to

the O (off) position.

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See the grounding information attached

to the power cord.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

[] PUT THE REFRIGERATOR

IN PLACE

Move the refrigerator to its final location.

[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

The refrigerator can be leveled by

adjusting the rollers located near the

bottom hinges.

Rollers have three purposes:

• Rollers adjust so the door closes easily

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

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

not wobble.

• Rollers allow you to move the

refrigerator away from the wall for

cleaning.

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

• Turn the roller ,) II II

clockwise to

raise the

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.

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Roller adjusting screws

[] LEVEL THE DOORS

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

To align:

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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.

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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

refrigerator, _(
adjusting screws __

to lower it. Use

a 3/8" hex socket
or wrench, or

counterclockwise .__d_,

an adjustable

wrench. Roller adjusting screw

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