GE Side by Side Use and Care Manual

Use and Care Guide

Refrigerator—Freezer

G-Line Large Side by Side and Built-In Style

English Version.................................. 2

Version française.......................... 27

Versión en español...................... 53

Safety Instructions ........................ 2

Operating Instructions, Tips

Automatic Icemaker ..................................... 7

Electronic Monitor......................................... 5, 6

Ice and Water Dispenser ............................. 8

Refreshment Center...................................... 4

Refrigerator Doors......................................... 3

Shelves................................................... 10, 11

Storage Drawers............................................ 9

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

Care and Cleaning

Behind Refrigerator .................................... 13

Cleaning—Inside and Outside .............. 12

Drawer and Cover Removal.................. 13

Light Bulb Replacement............................ 13

Under Refrigerator...................................... 13

Problem Solver...................... 23–26

Normal Operating Sounds .................... 23

Preparation

Clearances .................................................... 14

Dimensions................................................... 14

Dimensions and Specifications

for Built-In Style Models..........................15

Leveling Rollers/Door Alignment........... 15

Location......................................................... 14

Moving and Vacation................................. 14

Trim Kits and Decorator Panels ....... 16–18

Water Supply to Icemaker........................ 14

Installation ................................. 19–22

Earthing ......................................................... 19

Electrical Requirements..................... 19, 20

Fitting a Different Plug............................... 20

Great Britain and Ireland ........................... 20

How to Install Features.............................. 21

Additional Features................................. 22

Mains Lead Replacement .................... 2, 20

Model and Serial Numbers ......................... 2

HELP US HELP YOUÉ

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new refrigerator properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you received a damaged refrigeratorÉ

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the refrigerator.

Save time and money. Before you request serviceÉ

Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide. It lists minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

Products are continuously being improvedÉ

Therefore product features and specifications may change or vary slightly.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

YouÕll see them on a label inside the fresh food compartment on the top.

Please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

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

WARNINGÑWhen 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

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

¥ 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 appliance end.

¥ When moving your appliance away from the wall, be

careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

¥ Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the

shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the

refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

¥ 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.

¥ Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice-

making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. This will prevent contact with the moving parts of the

ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes.

¥ Do not allow anyone to climb, sit, stand or hang on the

Refreshment Center Compartment door. They could

damage the refrigerator and maybe even tip it over, causing severe personal injury.

¥ Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning and making

repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any

servicing be performed by a qualified individual.

¥ Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the

refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.) NOTE: Turning control to

Ò Ó

position does not remove power to the light circuit.

¥ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Mains lead replacement

If the mains lead on your refrigerator needs replacing at any time, it must be replaced by a special lead which is obtainable from your local dealer. A charge will be made for the replacement of the mains lead if you have damaged the lead.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Set the Temperature Controls (appearance may vary)

Two controls let you regulate the temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments.

At first, set both the fresh food control and the freezer control to Ò5.Ó Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize, whether you are

setting the controls for the first time or adjusting them later. Then, if you want colder or warmer temperatures in either compartment, adjust the controls one step at a time.

NOTE: Moving the freezer control to the

Ò Ó

position turns off cooling in both compartmentsÑfresh food and freezerÑbut does not shut off power to the refrigerator.

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Ambient Room Temperature Limits How to Test Temperatures

This refrigerator is designed to operate in ambient temperatures specified by its Temperature Class which is marked on the rating plate.

Temperature Symbol Ambient Temperature Class

Maximum Minimum

ExtendedTemperate SN 32¡C (90¡F) 10¡C (50¡F)

Temperate N 32¡C (90¡F) 16¡C (61¡F) Subtropical ST 38¡C (100¡F) 18¡C (64¡F) Tropical T 43¡C (109¡F) 18¡C (64¡F)

NOTE: Internal temperature may be affected by such factors as the location of the refrigerator, ambient temperature and frequency of door openings. Adjust temperature controls as required to compensate for these factors.

Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment. Place a container of milk on the top shelf in the fresh food compartment. Check it a day later. If the milk is too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls.

Use the ice cream test for the freezer compartment. Place a container of ice cream in the center of the freezer compartment. Check it after a day. If itÕs too hard or too soft, adjust the temperature controls.

Always allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you set.

Important Safety Instructions Operating Your Refrigerator

Refrigerator Doors

The refrigerator doors may feel different than the ones you are used to. The special door opening/closing feature makes sure the doors close all the way and are securely sealed.

When opening and closing the door you will notice a ÒstopÓ position. If the door is opened past this ÒstopÓ point, the door will remain open to allow you to load and unload food more easily. When the door is only partially open it will automatically close.

The resistance you feel at the ÒstopÓ position will be reduced as the door is loaded with food.

When the door is only partially open it will automatically close.

Beyond this ÒstopÓ the door will stay open.

Refrigerator

control

Freezer

control

REFRESHMENT CENTER

(on some models)

Refreshment Center Compartment

The Refreshment Center Compartment stores frequently used items. When open, the Refreshment

Center door provides a convenient work surface. Although durable, the work surface should not be used as a cutting board. Close the door when finished. The upper fresh food compartment light will come on when the Refreshment Center door is opened.

The special design of the door allows you to tilt and lift up the entire door in order to clean the bottom of the frame.

NOTE: Use caution in closing or using the clean-out feature in the presence of small children.

Cold air entering from the freezer compartment keeps the temperature in the Refreshment Center Compartment at proper foodkeeping levels.

The bin panel limits the amount of cold air that escapes when the Refreshment Center door is opened. To reach food from the inside, lift the panel up.

To remove the Refreshment Center bin, first remove the panel using the hand holds.

Then remove the bin by lifting it up and out.

Bottom of Frame

ELECTRONIC MONITOR

(on some models)

➀Flashes when either door is open. ➁When lit, the Door Alarm beeper is set to sound after either door

has been open 30 seconds.

➂Lights up when freezer food-keeping temperature is above normal. ➃Lights up to indicate that no failure has been detected by the

diagnostic system.

➄Flashing diagnostic codes.

Check your frozen food. Has any of it started to thaw?

A package may be holding the freezer compartment door open. DonÕt open the door more often than absolutely

necessary while this code is displayed. Touching the pad after the freezer compartment temperature has returned to normal will erase the code.

Power to the refrigerator has been interrupted for

more than two seconds. Check the condition of food in

both the fresh food and freezer compartments. Touch the

pad to erase code.

There is no fault with the refrigerator when the

code flashes. Check the icemaker. Ice clumps in the storage bin may

have stalled the icemaker. Follow corrective measures

described in the Problem Solver section. If water supply

to the icemaker is not connected or not turned on, make

sure manual icemaker switch is in the (up) position. This code stops flashing when problem is corrected or the pad is touched.

Something is wrong with the defrost systemÑkeep

doors closed to retain cold and call for service. The

code flashes until problem is corrected.

➅Reviews the four coded functions and allows you to erase codes

from the display.

➆

chilled water, ice cubes or crushed ice.

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When Your Refrigerator Is First Plugged In

All panel lights come on for five seconds, a beep sounds, and lights go off except as follows:

¥ PF flashes in the display. Touch this pad to erase it.

¥ This pad glows.

¥ The Warm Temperature light glows if the freezer

compartment temperature is higher than normal. It goes off when proper food-keeping temperature is reached.

¥ The Door Alarm beeper is activated and the Door

Alarm pad glows.

¥ The Crushed Ice pad glows.

¥ This pad flashes if either door is open, goes out

when doors are shut.

¥ The night light in the ice and water dispenser is off.

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Refreshment Center Electronic Monitor

How the System Works

ELECTRONIC MONITOR

(continued)

The system alerts you when something starts to go wrong. If a diagnostic code appears on the display, something needs

special attention. The display code flashes until you erase it. The first

6 flashes are accompanied by beeps.

If more than one coded function requires attention at the same time, the most important one will be displayed first.

This pad evaluates all other coded functions. If the

display is lit during the displaying of a code, that

function is operating properly. This pad is lighted

except when a failure has been detected.

This pad has two functions:

1. It reviews the diagnostic codes.

2. It erases two codesÑ

PF and CI. The dE and FF codes can only be erased after the condition that caused the code to flash has been corrected.

How to Set the Door Alarm Why the Warm Temperature Light Glows

You donÕt have to set the visual alarm.

As long as either door is open, this pad flashes.

When the Door Alarm pad is glowing, the beeper alarm is set. Touch the pad to turn it on or off.

If either door is open for more than 30 seconds, the control beeps.

The light goes out and the beeping stops when you close the door.

At first, itÕs probably because your newly installed refrigerator hasnÕt completely cooled down yet. Wait a few hours for it to cool, and then the light will go out.

From then on, the pad will glow whenever temperatures inside get too high for proper food storage. If this happens, open the doors only when absolutely necessary, and close them as quickly as possible.

As soon as inside temperatures return to normal, the light goes out. If the Warm Temperature light reappears and stays on for longer than

4 hours, call for service.

Electronic Monitor Automatic Icemaker

AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER

How The Icemaker Works

Your icemaker will produce 8 cubes per cycleÑapproximately

120 cubes in a 24-hour periodÑdepending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions.

If you use your refrigerator before the water connection is made, make sure the icemaker feeler arm is in the (up) position. When the water supply has been connected to the icemaker, move the feeler arm to (down) position.

The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to freezing. NOTE: With a newly-installed refrigerator, allow about 24 hours for the freezer compartment to get cold enough to make ice.

Throw away the first few batches of ice cubes (16 or 24 cubes). This will flush away any impurities in the water line. Do the same thing after vacations or extended periods when ice isnÕt used.

To make sure the bin fills with ice, level the cubes occasionally.

When cubes fall into the bin they may pile up close to the icemaker and push the feeler arm to the (up) position before the bin gets full. Keeping the cubes level allows the icemaker to fill the bin.

The icemaker ejects cubes in groups of 8, and it is normal for several cubes to be joined together.

Move Feeler Arm to (up) Position WhenÉ

¥ Home water supply is to be turned off for several hours. ¥ Ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time. ¥ Going away on vacation, at which time you should also turn off the

valve in the water supply line to your refrigerator.

¥ Moving the freezer control to the

Ò Ó

position.

If This Is Your First IcemakerÉ

YouÕll hear occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar. These are normal icemaking sounds and are not cause for concern.

If Ice Is Not Used OftenÉ

ÔÔOldÕÕ ice cubes will become cloudy and taste stale. Empty ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water. Be sure to allow storage bin to cool before replacing itÑotherwise ice cubes may stick to other parts of the icemaker.

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

Feeler arm in (up) position stops icemaking

Feeler arm in (down) position begins icemaking

ICE AND WATER DISPENSER

To Dispense Ice and Water

¥ Select:

water (on some models),

ice cubes,

or crushed ice (on some models).

¥ Grip the glass or other container near the rim and press the rim

against the center of the pad.

¥ After crushed ice is dispensed, some water may drip from the chute.

The spill shelf is not self-draining. The shelf and its grille should be cleaned regularly according to the Care and Cleaning instructions.

WATER CRUSHED CUBEDICE

LIGHT

OFF ON

Crushed Ice Water

¥ Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you selected .

This happens occasionally when a few cubes get channeled to the crusher.

¥ Sometimes a mound of snow will form on the door in the ice chute.

This condition is normal, and usually occurs when you have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly. The snow will eventually evaporate.

¥ Sometimes crushed ice will spray beyond the glass. To avoid this,

hold the glass up close to the chute.

¥ On models with a water dispenser, if no water is dispensed when the

refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser pad for at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system.

¥ The first glass of water dispensed may be warmer than the following

ones. This is normal.

¥ Dispensed water is cool, not iced. For colder water, simply add

crushed ice or cubes before dispensing water.

CAUTION: Never put fingers or other objects into the dispenser opening.

To Remove Ice Storage Bin To Replace Ice Storage Bin

Lift the left corner to free the bin from the shelf. Pull the bin straight out while supporting it at front and back.

Slide the bin back until the tab on the bin locks into the slot in the shelf.

If the bin does not go all the way back, remove it and turn the drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the bin back again until the tab on the bin locks into the slot in the shelf.

Important Facts About Your Dispenser

¥ If this is your first icemaker youÕll hear occasional sounds that

may be unfamiliar. These are normal icemaking sounds and are not

cause for concern.

¥ Your icemaker will produce 8 cubes per cycleÑapproximately

120 cubes in a 24-hour periodÑdepending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions.

¥ Intermittent dispensing of ice is normal. If ice flow interruption is

more than brief, ice clump(s) may be the cause and should be removed following instructions in this section.

¥ Avoid over-filling glasses with ice and using narrow or extra-tall

glasses. This can jam the chute or cause the door in the chute to

freeze shut. Periodically open the freezer compartment door and look down into the chute. If ice is blocking the chute, poke it through with a wooden spoon.

¥ To help keep bits of ice from being sprayed beyond the glass,

place the glass close to the ice chuteÑbut not so close that it blocks out-coming ice.

¥ Add ice before adding beverage to prevent splashing. ¥ Beverages and foods should not be quick-chilled in the ice

storage bin. Cans, bottles or food packages in the storage bin may

cause the icemaker or auger to jam.

¥ Do not add ice from trays or bags to the storage bin. It may not

crush or dispense well.

CAUTION: Some products such as water ices should not be consumed too cold.

Rotate

Drive

Mechanism

STORAGE DRAWERS

Ice and Water Dispenser Storage Drawers

Convertible Drawer (on some models) Adjustable Humidity Drawers (on some models)

Refrigerator foods can be stored at colder temperatures by using the convertible drawer.

The convertible drawer has its own cold air duct to allow a stream of cold air from the freezer compartment to flow around the drawer.

The variable temperature control regulates the air flow from the freezer compartment. Set the control lever up to convert the drawer to normal refrigerator temperature and provide extra vegetable storage space. The cold air duct is closed.

Push the control lever down to open the cold air duct and make the convertible drawer colder. The amount of freezer air allowed in can be varied by adjusting the control lever between the normal and coldest setting.

These drawers have individual, adjustable humidity controls that let you regulate the amount of moisture retained in foods.

Slide the control all the way to the setting and the drawer provides high humidity recommended for most vegetables.

Slide the control all the way to the setting to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits.

Sealed Snack Pack (on some models)

The Sealed Snack PackÑand shelf to which it is attachedÑcan be relocated within the Fresh Food compartment. The sealed drawer retains sufficient humidity for convenient storage of lunch meats, cheese, hors dÕoeuvres, spreads and snacks.

Normal setting

Coldest setting

(on some models)

Storage time will depend upon the type of food and its condition when placed in the drawer. Excess water which may accumulate in the bottom of the drawer should be poured out and the drawer wiped dry. The drawer is partially sealed by gaskets.

Always push the drawer all the way in.

As in any refrigerated storage area, it is recommended that odorous foods be stored wrapped.

SHELVES

Quick Space Shelf Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf (on some models)

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

The slide-out shelf allows you to reach items stored behind others. The special edges are designed to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves. Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in before you close the door.

How to Rearrange Your Shelves and Freezer Baskets

Glass and wire shelves are adjustable. This allows you to move the shelves around to fit your familyÕs food storage needs.

To remove shelves:

Tilt the shelf up at front, then lift it up and out of the tracks on the rear wall.

To relocate shelves:

Select desired shelf height. With shelf front raised slightly, engage the top hooks in the tracks at the rear of the cabinet. Then lower the front of the shelf until it locks into position.

Wire slide-out freezer baskets can be relocated in the same way.

Bins on Fresh Food Compartment Door

(on some models) Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to work area.

To remove:

Tilt the bin up and pull out on the molded supports until it comes completely out of the door.

To replace or relocate:

Select desired shelf height, engage the bin in the molded supports of the door and slide the bin in. The bin will hook in place.

The divider (on some models) helps prevent tipping, spilling or sliding of small items stored on the door shelf. Place index finger and middle finger on either side of the divider near the front and simply move it back and forth to fit your needs.

To remove fixed bins, first remove the food in the bins. Then, grasping the bin at each end, push in at the bottom as you lift and pull out at the top.

Lift up and out

Tilt up

Lower to

lock into place

Engage

top hook

Divider

Shelves

Loading the Freezer Compartment

Load so that at least 15 mm (5/8²) of space remains clear between

stacks of packages and 15 mm (5/8²) to 25 mm (1²) of space between the top of any stack and any shelf or basket above it. Packages may hang over the front of shelves but must remain 15 mm (5/8²) from doors.

¥ Food to be frozen must not be placed in direct contact with food in

storage. If food is to be frozen every day, it may be necessary to reduce the quantity to be frozen.

¥ If a quantity of food needs to be frozen set the freezer control to its

coldest setting. After the food is frozen reset the freezer control to its initial position.

¥ Food is most quickly frozen on the middle three shelves of the

freezer compartment and most slowly in the freezer door shelves.

¥ Do not store commercially quick-frozen food longer than the time

recommended by the food manufacturers.

¥ If the power to the appliance is shut off for an extended time or if the

refrigerating system fails, do not open the doors unless absolutely necessary. When it is necessary, close them as quickly as possible so the frozen food will stay frozen as long as possible.

¥ The freezer door storage shelves marked with a two-star label are

only appropriate for the storage of previously frozen food.

Effervescent drinks should not be stored in the freezer compartment.

Removable Wine Rack

The wine rack is designed to hold a bottle on its side. A good location for the wine rack is the Quick Space Shelf.

Freezer Baskets (on some models) Quick-Serve System

(on some models)

Wire slide-out freezer baskets can be pulled out for easy access to frozen foods.

WARNING: Poor performance may occur if freezer baskets are not used. Storage of items in the freezer without using baskets may result in poor temperature performance due to restrictions of air flow within the freezer compartment.

Cooking-serving-storage dishes with durable lids fit into a space saving underthe-shelf rack.

Dishes can be removed from and returned to the rack as needed, and the rack (and shelf to which it is attached) can be relocated anywhere in the fresh food compartment.

Dishes and lids are safe for use in microwave ovens, refrigerators, freezers, and are dishwasher-safe. The dishes should not be used for cooking high-fat foods, such as bacon, and high-sugar foods, such as candy and syrup. The high temperatures of the fat and sugar can cause bubbles to form on the inside of the dish.

CAUTION: Dishes and lids are not designed for use on the range top, broiler or in the regular oven. Such use can be hazardous.

CARE AND CLEANING

CleaningÑOutside

Refreshment Center Compartment doorÑoutside. ItÕs important

that you use only window cleaner without ammonia or a damp cloth to clean the glass and trim. Avoid using wax on the Refreshment Center door.

The dispenser well, beneath the grille, should be wiped dry. Water left in the well may leave deposits. Remove the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak until the deposits disappear or become loose enough to rinse away.

The dispenser pad can be cleaned by using a warm water and baking soda solutionÑabout 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of baking soda to one liter (1 quart) of water. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry.

The soft door handles are easy to keep clean if they are waxed every few months. Use a household wax to coat the handles. Soil will then easily wash off with a dish detergent and water or a non-abrasive all-purpose cleaner.

The long door handles and trim (on models with trim kit) can be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid dishwashing detergent and water. Dry with a soft cloth. DonÕt use wax on the door handles and trim.

Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue 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.

Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the refrigerator is a high quality, baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax when the refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year.

CleaningÑInside

Refreshment Center Compartment doorÑinside. Wipe up spills

right away. Use 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of baking soda in one liter (1 quart) of water to clean the inside door surface, Refreshment Center bin and inside access door. Rinse, wipe dry.

Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments should be cleaned at least once a year. Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.

Use warm water and baking soda solutionÑabout 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of baking soda to one liter (1 quart) of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry.

Other parts of the refrigeratorÑ

including door magnets, meat and vegetable drawers, ice storage bin and all plastic partsÑcan be cleaned the same way.

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to break.

To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf. Change the box every 3 months. An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors.

Quick-Serve

dishes and lids can be cleaned in an automatic dishwasher or by hand with liquid dishwashing detergent and water. You can remove stains by soaking them in a bleach and water solution using one part chlorine bleach to three parts water. (Stubborn stains may require soaking.) Use a plastic scouring pad to remove burned-on soil. Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners.

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

Door magnets

Care and Cleaning

Under Refrigerator Behind Refrigerator

For most efficient operation, you need to keep the area under the refrigerator clean. Remove the base grille and either sweep away or vacuum up dust that is readily accessible on the condenser coils.

To remove the base grille, open both doors, grasp the bottom of the grille and pull it out.

To replace the base grille,

line up the clips on the back of the grille with the openings in the baseplate and push the grille forward until it snaps into place.

Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in. Moving your refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to your floor covering or refrigerator.

When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you donÕt roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line.

Clean the condenser coils

at least once a year.

Drawer and Cover Removal

Drawers will stop before coming all the way out of the refrigerator to help prevent contents from spilling onto the floor. Drawers can easily be removed by tilting up slightly and pulling past the ÒstopÓ location.

Remove the door bins from the fresh food door before removing the drawer.

To remove the shelf above the top drawer, first remove the top drawer and any food on the shelf. Then tilt the shelf up at the front and lift it up and out of the tracks.

To replace the shelf, raise the shelf front slightly and place the top hooks in the lowest large track slots. Then lower the front of the shelf until it is level.

When replacing the drawers, make sure you slide them through both drawer guides on the right side.

To remove the drawers when the fresh food compartment door cannot be opened fully you need to roll the refrigerator forward until the door can be fully opened. In some cases this will require moving the refrigerator to the left as you roll it out.

Drawer Guides

Light Bulb Replacement

Fresh Food CompartmentÑUpper Light

1. Unplug refrigerator.

2. Remove the snap-in light shield.

3. Replace with same size bulb and reinstall the light shield. If you

cannot locate the correct bulb, see your dealer.

Fresh Food CompartmentÑLower Light (on some models) This light is located behind a shield at the rear of the fresh food

compartment.

1. Unplug the refrigerator.

2. Grasp the top edge of the shield and lift it up and forward to free its

top edge.

3. After replacing with the same size bulb, hook the top of the shield

back in place. If you cannot locate the correct bulb, see your dealer.

4. Plug the refrigerator back in.

Freezer Compartment with a Dispenser

1. Unplug the refrigerator.

2. Remove the shelf just below the light shield. (The shelf will be

easier to remove if it is emptied first.)

3. Pull the light shield toward you to reach the bulb. After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall shelf and plug the

refrigerator back in.

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PREPARATION

Preparing for Vacation Preparing to Move

For extended vacations or absences, shut off the power to the refrigerator, move the control to the

Ò Ó

position, and clean the interior with a baking soda solution of 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of baking soda to 1L (1 qt) of water. Wipe dry. To prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator. Leave doors open.

Move icemaker feeler arm to (up) position, which stops icemaking, and be sure to shut off water supply to the refrigerator.

For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and leave

controls at regular settings. However, if room temperature is expected to drop below 16¡C. (60¡F.), follow the same instructions as for extended vacations.

Disconnect power cord from wall outlet, remove all food, and clean and dry the interior.

Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and storage pans by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.

Be sure refrigerator stays in

upright position during actual moving and in van. Refrigerator must be secured in van to prevent movement. Protect outside of refrigerator with blanket.

Refrigerator Location Water Supply to Icemaker

Install it on a floor strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.

Clearances

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

24 Model 28 Model 30 Model

Sides 3 mm (1/8

²) 3 mm (1/8²) 3 mm (1/8²) Top 25 mm (1²) 3 mm (1/8²) 3 mm (1/8²) Back 13 mm (1/2²) 13 mm (1/2²) 13 mm (1/2²)

[If built-in, allow 22 mm (7Ú8

) for hinge covers.]

If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side, allow 19 mm (3/4²) for freezer door clearance and 19 mm (3/4²) for fresh food door clearance.

If your refrigerator has an icemaker, or if you plan to add an icemaker later, the icemaker will have to be connected to a cold drinking (potable) water line.

A water supply kit containing copper tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions is available at extra cost from your dealer. There should be sufficient tubing from the cold water supply to the icemaker inlet to allow moving the refrigerator out from the wall several feet [approximately 2.5 m (8¢) of 1/4² copper tubing in three 25 cm (10²) diameter coils].

Do not use kits with plastic tubing since there is water pressure in the supply line at all times.

Maximum permissible inlet water pressureÑ8.3 bars (120 PSI). Minimum permissible inlet water pressureÑ1.4 bars (20 PSI). Installation of icemaker must be made by a qualified service technician.

Dimensions

24 Model 28 Model 30 Model

A* 1746 mm (68

Ú4²) A* 1746 mm (683Ú4²) A* 1746 mm (683Ú4²)

B 908 mm (35

Ú4²) B 908 mm (353Ú4²) B 908 mm (353Ú4²)

C 719 mm (28

Ú16²) C 833 mm (3213Ú

²) C✝ 876 mm (34

Ú2²)

D 1153 mm (45

Ú8²) D 1251 mm (491Ú4²) D 1251 mm (491Ú4²)

* Height does not include hinge. ✝ Add 14 mm (9/16

²) for water hook-up.

The rollers have two purposes:

1. The rollers can be adjusted so the refrigerator is firmly positioned

on the floor and does not rock back and forth.

2. The rollers allow you to move the refrigerator away from the wall

for cleaning.

To adjust the rollers:

1. Remove the base grille by

grasping it at the bottom and pulling it out.

2. Turn the two front roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the

refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it. Use a 3/8² socket wrench, adjustable wrench or pliers.

3. Built-In Style models also have rear adjustable rollers so you can

align the refrigerator with your kitchen cabinets. Use a 5/16² socket wrench to turn the screws for the rear rollersÑclockwise to raise it, counterclockwise to lower it.

After leveling, make sure that the doors are even at the top.

To make the doors even, adjust the fresh food door. Insert a 3/16² Allen wrench into the bottom of the hinge pin. Turn the door adjusting screw to the right to raise the door, to the left to lower it. (A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads of the pin, prevents the pin from turning unless a wrench is used.) After one or two turns of the wrench, open and close the fresh food door and check the alignment at the top of the doors.

Dimensions and Specifications (for Built-In Style models)

Preparation

Leveling Rollers Door Alignment

Uneven Doors

Make sure doors are even at the top.

3/16² Allen Wrench

Hinge Pin

Raise

1784 mm (701/4²)

914 mm

(36²)

619 mm

(24²)

619 mm (24²) Cabinet

619 mm (24²) Side Panels

Water

Electrical

19 mm (3/4²) Airspace [13 mm (1/2²) Gap + 6 mm (1/4²) Wall Plates]

635 mm (25²) Counter Top

Front Roller Adjusting Screw

Rear Roller Adjusting Screw (on Built-In Style models only) Use this screw if the refrigerator has one.

Rear Roller Adjusting Screw (on Built-In Style models only) Use this screw if the refrigerator does not have the screw pictured to the left.

TRIM KITS AND DECORATOR PANELS

(for Built-In Style models)

Some models are equipped with trim kits that allow you to install door panels. You can order pre-cut black or white decorator panels from your dealer, or you can add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.

Panels Less Than 6 mm (1/4²) Thick Care of Pre-Cut Panels

When installing wood panels less than 6 mm (1/4²) thick, you need to create a filler panel, such as 1/8² cardboard, that will fit between the face of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing the pre-cut decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of the decorator or wood panel and the filler panel should be 6 mm (1/4²).

Clean these panels using an anti-static cleaner or a mild detergent and water. (Look for anti-static cleaner in electronic or computer departments.) Rinse thoroughly and blot dry with a clean, damp cloth or chamois. Do not use paper towels to wash or dry the panels. Do not use cleaners that contain solvents, such as ammonia, because they can damage the panels.

Shallow scratches and abrasions can be corrected with a good grade of hard automobile paste wax. Do not use a cleaner/wax combination. The wax will fill in any minor surface scratches and will help to maintain the luster of the panels. Apply the wax sparingly and buff lightly with a clean, soft cloth using a circular motion.

19 mm (3/4²) or Raised Panel

A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 6 mm (7/32²) thick backing, or a 19 mm (3/4²) routed board can be used. The raised portion of the panel must be fabricated to permit clearances of at least 51 mm (2²) from the handle side for fingertip clearance.

Weight limitations for custom panels:

Fresh Food 16 kg (35 lb.) max. Freezer Door 11 kg (25 lb.) max.

6 mm (7/32²) Thick Backing

Refrigerator Door

19 mm (3/4²)

Appearance Panel

51 mm (2²) Clearance Handle Side

Dimensions

Wood panels need to be cut to the following specifications.

Cut out

Depth of material to be routed out

Cut out

371 mm

(14

/8²)

371 mm

(14

/8²)

25 mm

(1²)

25 mm (1²)

478 mm (18

/16²)

467 mm (18

/8²)

478 mm (18

/16²)

478 mm (18

/16²)

872 mm

(34

/16²)

872 mm (34

/16²)

368 mm

(14

/2²)

368 mm

(14

/2²)

491 mm

(19

/16²)

491 mm

(19

/16²)

25 mm

(1²)

25 mm

(1²)

25 mm (1²)

50 mm (2²)

13 mm (1/2²)

6 mm (1/4²)

Front

5 mm (3/16²)

50 mm

(2²)

50 mm

(2²)

25 mm

(1²)

25 mm

(1²)

1705 mm

(67

/8²)

1705 mm

(67

/8²)

6 mm

(7/32²)

6 mm

(7/32²)

2 mm (3/32²)

6 mm

(7/32²)

6 mm

(7/32²)

FRONT FRONT FRONT FRONT

Example of Routing

The areas at the top of the panels need to be cut out of the panels. All other dotted lines indicate areas that must be routed out about 5 mm (3/16²) on the back side of panels 6 mm (1/4²) thick or more. For panels less than 6 mm (1/4²) thick, these areas can be cut out of the filler panels.

Freezer Panel Without Dispenser

Freezer Panels With Dispenser

Fresh Food Panel with Refreshment CenterFresh Food Panel

25 mm

(1²)

Trim Kits and Decorator Panels

Inserting the Door Panels

1. Loosen the Top Trim on the freezer and fresh food doors. ¥ Using a T-20 Torx driver, loosen the two screws attaching the Top

Trim about 6 mm (1/4²).

2. Insert the panels.

Freezer panel and fresh food panel ¥ Lift the Top Trim up 6 mm (1/4²) and carefully push the top freezer

panel in until it slides into the slot behind the door handle. Push the filler panel (required with some door panels) in behind the decorator panel. Repeat for fresh food panel.

If your model has a dispenser and/or a Refreshment Center, this step only applies to the top panels.

Bottom freezer panel (for models with a dispenser and/or a Refreshment Center)

¥ Carefully push the panel in until it slides into the slot behind the

door handle. Push the filler panel (required with some door panels) in behind the decorator panel.

3. Tighten the two screws on the Top Trim to 30 in-lbs torque.

4. Install the Side Trim. These pieces are tucked inside the fresh food

door handle.

Do not remove the protective film on the outside of the Side Trim until the Side Trim is installed.

¥ Fit the bottom of the Side Trim under the Bottom Trim as illustrated. ¥ Hold the Side Trim against the front face of the decorator panels and

fit the Side Trim under the Top Trim. Make sure the Side Trim is fitted correctly and that you are satisfied with the appearance of all the parts before pulling the blue tape liner.

5. Secure the Side Trim. ¥ Place one hand between the two blue pieces of tape liner and hold

the Side Trim firmly against the panels and the side of the door.

¥ Pull the top blue tape liner up about 80 mm (3²), pressing the trim

with your hand as the adhesive is exposed to the door. Then pull the bottom blue tape liner down about 80 mm (3²). Follow the tape with your hand, pressing the trim adhesive against the door.

¥ Continue pulling the tape liner loose, alternating between the top and

bottom and pressing the Side Trim against the door.

6. Remove the protective film from the outside of the Side Trim.

Top Trim Screws

Cut-out

Top Freezer Panel

Fresh Food Panel

Bottom Freezer Panel

Side Trim

Blue Tape Liner

Top Trim

Side Trim

Blue Tape Liner

Side Trim

Bottom Trim

INSTALLING AND REMOVING PREVIOUSLY

INSTALLED DECORATOR PANELS

In order to remove the decorator panels and replace with new panels you need to remove the handles. A T-20 Torx driver is needed.

Removing the Handles:

1. Loosen and remove the 2 screws in the Top Trim.

2. Loosen and remove the 2 screws in the bracket that attaches the

Handle to the top of the Door.

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

Handle slide off the buttons on the door.

4. Open the door and slide out the decorator panels. Inserting the Door Panels:

Before installing the decorator panels, make sure they have been routed out in the proper areas as shown in the beginning of this section. Slide in the panels to perform a trial fit before fastening down the Handle and Top Trim.

Installing the Handles:

Once the panels are fitted properly, install the Handle and Top Trim.

1. Slide the keyhole slots on the Handle down onto the buttons

mounted to the face of the door. Slide the Handle downward until the bracket at the top of the Handle fits flush on the top of the door.

2. Replace the two screws in the bracket that attach the Handle to the

top of the Door and tighten the screws to 45 in-lbs torque.

3. Replace the Top Trim making sure it fits over the Side Trim and

that the locating tabs fit the inside of the Handle profile.

4. Replace the Top Trim screws and tighten to 30 in-lbs torque.

Buttons

Button

Top Trim Screws

Bracket Screws

Bracket

Slots

Slot

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANTÉPlease read carefully

Electrical Requirements

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outletÑ Please refer to the rating plate on the refrigerator

for the correct voltage and frequency. This is recommended for best performance and to prevent overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

WARNING: HOW TO AVOID ACCIDENTS TO CHILDREN. WHEN DISCARDING AN OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER BE CERTAIN TO MAKE THE LOCK UNUSABLE. IF POSSIBLE, REMOVE THE DOORS AND DISCARD SEPARATELY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO STAND ON TOP OF YOUR APPLIANCE. IT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR SUCH USE AND YOU COULD INJURE YOURSELF OR DAMAGE THE APPLIANCE BY SUCH ABUSE. CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE OR TAMPER WITH THE CONTROLS.

Trim Kits and Decorator Panels Installation

How to Connect Electricity For personal safety, this appliance must

be properly earthed.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with an earthing plug which mates with a standard grounding wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from appliance.

Have the wall outlet checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly earthed.

Where an unearthed wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly earthed wall outlet.

If the power supply cord becomes damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified service agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.

If the plug does not fit your outlet a new plug can be fitted. IMPORTANT: In some countries the refitting of electric plugs and cables is only permitted when the work is completed by a qualified technician.

Insure proper earthing exists before using.

Earthing plug

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

FOR GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND ONLY

Electrical Requirements

We recommend that this appliance is connected to the mains supply via a suitable switched socket in a readily accessible position. All appliances come complete with a fitted plug. The plug on your refrigerator has a 13A fuse. If the plug does not fit your sockets, a new plug can be fitted. Cut off the old plug and throw it away. Do not insert it into a socket elsewhere in the house as this could cause a shock.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

IMPORTANT: Fitting a Different Plug

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green and Yellow-Earth; Blue-Neutral; Brown-Live. If you fit your own plug the colours of these wires may not correspond with the identifying marks on the plug terminals. This is what you have to do:

1. Connect the green and yellow

(Earth) wire to the terminal in the plug marked ÔEÕ with the symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.

2. Connect the blue (Neutral) wire

to the terminal in the plug marked ÔNÕ or coloured black.

3. Connect the brown (Live) wire to

the terminal marked ÔLÕ or coloured red.

If the plug is the moulded-on type the fuse cover must be refitted when changing the fuse. In the event of losing the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement fuse cover has been obtained and fitted. A new fuse cover can be obtained from your nearest Service Centre or local Electricity Board. The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that of the coloured marks or insert in the base of the plug.

In the event of replacing a fuse in the plug supplied with this refrigerator a 13A ASTA approved fuse to BS1362 must be fitted.

With an alternative plug a 15A fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adapter or the main fuse box.

13 AMP

Mains Lead Replacement

If the mains lead on this appliance needs replacing at any time, it must be replaced by a special lead which is obtainable from your nearest Service centre. A charge will be made for the replacement of the mains lead if you have damaged the lead.

Green Yellow

Blue

Brown

Cord Grip

HOW TO INSTALL FEATURES

DOOR SHELF FRONTS

Hook shelf fronts at locations where there are shelves in the door. Make sure they are locked securely into place. NOTE: Shelf fronts must be used in the lowest ladder position on the refrigerator door.

DAIRY COVER

Depress pins on the cover and insert into holes in the door.

DOOR BIN SNUGGERS

Roll the snugger on the door bin lip. Slide to the desired location.

ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS

Hook bins into holes in the ladder support at desired locations.

CAUTION: Do not place a door bin where door shelf fronts should be.

NOT ALL FEATURES ARE ON ALL MODELS. (REFER TO THE CONTENTS LIST ON THE BOX.)

Door Shelf

Door Shelf Front

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

(Available on some models)

NOT ALL FEATURES ARE ON ALL MODELS. (REFER TO THE CONTENTS LIST ON THE BOX.)

FREEZER BASKETS

Place the rear edges of the basket on open section of supports. Push in until the basket stops. Tilt up and push all the way in. Make sure the baskets are securely engaged in the supports.

WINE RACK

Slide lip of the rack along the edge of the shelf.

QUICK-SERVETMDISHES UNDER SHELF

Slide dishes in the dish rack.

REFRESHMENT CENTER, INSIDE COVER

ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS

Install deepest shelf front here.

Install an adjustable bin here.

QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS

These sounds are normal and do not indicate a need for service.

The new high efficiency compressor runs faster and will have a higher pitch hum or pulsating sound while operating.

Defrost timer and refrigerator control click on and off. The fan circulating air inside the freezer which keeps the

temperatures throughout. Water dropping on the defrost heater causing a

sizzling, hissing or popping sound during the defrost cycle. The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling

coils sounds like boiling water or a gurgling noise. Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion

and contraction during defrost and refrigeration following defrost. Water dripping as it melts from the evaporator

and flows to the drain pan during the defrost cycle.

Icemaker

The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water. If the feeler arm is in the (down) position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water. Keeping the feeler arm in the (down) position before it is hooked up to water can damage the icemaker. To prevent this, raise the feeler arm to the (up) position. This will stop the buzzing.

The sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as icemaker refills.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

REFRIGERATOR ¥ May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes. DOES NOT OPERATE

¥ Temperature control in

Ò Ó

position. ¥ If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet. ¥ If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lamp or a small

appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or burned-out fuse.

MOTOR OPERATES ¥ Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer FOR LONG PERIODS compartment require more operating time.

¥ Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your homeÑusually requires 24

hours to completely cool down. ¥ Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen. ¥ Hot weatherÑfrequent door openings. ¥ Door left open. ¥ Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use

of Temperature Controls. ¥ Grille and condenser need cleaning. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section.

MOTOR STARTS & ¥ Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures. STOPS FREQUENTLY

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Additional Features Problem Solver

PROBLEM SOLVER

(continued)

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

VIBRATION OR ¥ If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor and RATTLING fron

t roller screws or front leveling legs need adjusting, or floor is weak or uneven.

Refer to Leveling Rollers in the Preparation section. ¥ If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal.

HOT AIR FROM ¥ Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat BOTTOM OF be expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will discolor REFRIGERATOR at these normal and safe operating temperatures. Your floor covering supplier

should be consulted if you object to this discoloration.

DOOR NOT CLOSING ¥ Door gasket on hinge side sticking or folding over. To correct, put a small PROPERLY OR ONLY amount of petroleum jelly on face of gasket. PARTIALLY CLOSING

¥ The doors are designed to stay open partway for ease of loading food.

FRESH FOOD OR ¥ Temperature control not set cold enough. Refer to Temperature Controls section. FREEZER COMPARTMENT

¥ Warm weatherÑfrequent door openings.

TEMPERATURE TOO WARM

¥ Package may be holding door open, door may be overloaded, or the magnets are

not making good contact with the doors. You may need to clean the magnets.

FOODS DRY OUT ¥ Foods not covered, wrapped or sealed properly. FROST OR ICE ¥ Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open.

CRYSTALS ON

¥ Too frequent or too long door openings.

FROZEN FOOD

¥ Frost within package is normal.

SLOW ICE CUBE ¥ Door may have been left open. FREEZING

¥ Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder.

ICE CUBES HAVE ¥ Old cubes need to be discarded. ODOR/TASTE

¥ Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed. ¥ Unsealed packages in refrigerator and/or freezer compartments may be

transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes. ¥ Interior of refrigerator needs cleaningÑrefer to Care and Cleaning section. ¥ Poor-tasting incoming water. Install a water filter.

AUTOMATIC ¥ Icemaker feeler arm in the (up) position. ICEMAKER

¥ Water supply turned off or not connected.

DOES NOT WORK

¥ Freezer compartment too warm. ¥ Cubes too smallÑwater shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to home

water line may be clogged. ¥ Sometimes cubes fuse to the side of the ice mold and hold the feeler arm in the

(up) position. Remove this ice to restart the icemaker.

¥ When reaching for cubes by hand, you may have pushed the feeler arm into the

(up) position by mistake.

¥ Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to shut off too soon. With

icemaker feeler arm in the (up) position, level cubes in bin.

INTERIOR LIGHT ¥ No power at outlet. DOES NOT WORK

¥ Light bulb needs replacing. See Care and Cleaning section.

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