GE SC2 Use and Care Manual

Use and Care Guide

Refrigerator

Safety Instructions.........................3

Operating Instructions, Tips

Appliance Registration..................................2

Energy-Saving Tips.........................................2

Shelves..............................................................4

Temperature Controls...................................3

Care and Cleaning.......................4, 5

Cleaning—Inside .............................................4

Cleaning—Outside..........................................4

Defrosting.........................................................5

Problem Solver.................................8

ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label on the rear wall of the refrigerator.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your refrigerator.

Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator.

• Location of your refrigerator is important. Avoid locating it next to your range, a heating vent or where the sun will shine directly on it.

• Close the door as soon as possible, particularly in hot, humid weather.

• Defrost the ice storage compartment whenever frost becomes 1/4-inch thick.

IF YOU NEED SER VICE

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide.

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

• Be sure the door is closed tightly. Before leaving the house or retiring for the night, check to be sure the door has not been left open accidentally.

• Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup inside the refrigerator.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606

IMPOR TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

Energy-Saving Tips Important Safety Instructions Operating Your Refrigerator

WARNING—When using this appliance,

always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose

as described in this Use and Care Guide.

• This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in

the Installation section.

• This refrigerator should not be recessed or built in—it is designed for free-standing installation only.

• If model SC2 or TAX2 is placed on a countertop or stand, the front surface of the door

should be 3″ or more back from the edge of the countertop or stand to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance in normal usage.

• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull

straight out from the outlet.

• Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that

shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

• If your old refrigerator is still around the house but not in use, be sure to remove the doors. This will reduce the possibility of danger

to children.

• After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely

cold surfaces.

• Don’t refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely. The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:

‘‘...You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold—below 40°F.

‘‘...Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The food may be dangerous to eat.

‘‘...Even partial thawing and refreezing reduce the eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their eating quality as you can.’’

• Do not use any electrical device or any sharp instrument in defrosting your refrigerator.

• Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or

before making any repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any

servicing be performed by a qualified individual.

• Do not operate your refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Temperature Control Dial

The temperature control dial has settings from ‘‘MIN’’ to ‘‘MAX’’ plus ‘‘OFF.’’

OFF

MIN

MAX

MED

‘‘MIN’’ is the warmest. ‘‘MAX’’ is the coldest.

MAX

OFF

MIN

Initially set the temperature control dial at ‘‘MED’’ or at the midpoint.

After using the refrigerator for 24 hours, adjust the

temperature control to the setting that is best suited to your needs. Turning temperature control dial to ‘‘OFF’’ stops cooling but does not shut off power to the refrigerator.

NOTE: If this refrigerator is unplugged or turned off, you must allow 3 minutes before restarting it or plugging it back in. If you attempt to restart it in less than 3 minutes, it will not start.

Multi-Position Shelves

Shelves can be moved to different levels to suit your varying food storage needs.

Deep Door Shelves

Shelves on the door provide convenient storage for frequentlyused items. Some models have doors deep enough to hold a sixpack. In addition, the door has an extra-tall bottle zone.

SHELVES

Deep doors (on some models)

ICE SER VICE

For most efficient ice service, place trays side by

side on the ice tray compartment floor.

Ice Tray Compartment

This compartment is designed for production of ice cubes and short-term storage (a few days at the most) of some commercially-frozen foods.

The ice tray compartment should not be used to freeze foods.

To release ice cubes, hold the tray upside down over an ice bucket or bowl, and twist tray at both ends.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning—Outside

Wipe outside of refrigerator with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or Appliance Polish Wax Cleaner, available from GE Appliance Service and Parts Centers.

Use only mild, soapy water to clean the door gasket. Never use acids, chemical thinner, gasoline, benzine or

the like for cleaning any part of the refrigerator. Boiling water or benzine may deform or damage plastic parts.

If the ice tray freezes to the floor, pour a little lukewarm water around it to loosen it. Do not use boiling water which can damage plastic parts, or sharp metal objects such as a knife or screwdriver which can damage the cooling system tubing.

Wash trays in lukewarm water only. Do not put them in an automatic dishwasher.

Cleaning—Inside

Unplug the refrigerator and remove food, shelf and trays. Wash inside with warm water and baking soda solution—about two tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of water. Then rinse and dry.

Don’t use cleansers such as soaps, detergents, scouring powder or spray cleaners—they may cause odors inside the refrigerator.

Wash ice cube trays, drip tray and shelf in mild detergent solution and dry with a soft cloth.

T o help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the shelf. Change the box every three months.

Do not wash any plastic parts from your refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher.

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ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

SHELVES

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning—Outside

Cleaning—Inside