properly installed in accordance
with the InstaMion Instructions
before it is used. See grounding~
instructionsbelow andonpage4. .
. Never unplug your ref&eratOr
by pulling on the power cord. .
AhIVliyS grip @Ug ftiyandpU~
straightoutfrom the outlet,
c Rep&or replace immediately ,
all electric”servicecords that
have become frayed or otherwise~
damaged. Do notuse a cord that‘“
shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either the plug
or comector end. ..
● After YOMrefrigerator is in,.
operation, do not-kuch the cold
surfaces, particularly when hands ‘
are damp or wet. Skin mayadhere
to theseextremelycold surfaces.
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ftithathavethfied if theystill -containice crystalsor if theyare
SW cold—below40%
“.. .Thawedgroundmeats,poultry,
orfish thathaveanyoff-odoror
off-colorshouldnotbe refrozen
andshould notbe eaten. Thawed
ice cm-amshouldbe discarded.If
theodororcolor of any fdis
poororquestionable,getridofit. -
The food maybe dangeroustoeat. .
reduce.the eating quality of foods,-
particularly fruits, vegetables and
prepared fbods. The eating quality
of red meats is affected less than
thatofmanyotherfoods. Use’.
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lightbulb, the refrigeratorshould
be unpluggedin ordertoavoid$~
contactwithalive wire f~erit:,-,
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position does not remove powml’.
tothelight circuit.
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hstdationRequirementshportant:please read
How to connect
electricity
For personal safety,
this appliance must be
properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance
is equipped with a grounding plug
which mates with a standard
grounded wall outlet (Fig. 1)to
minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
PREFERRED
METHOD
INSUREPROPER
GROUNDEXISTS
Fig. 1
BEFOREUSE
Havethe wall outlet checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure
the outlet is properly grounded.
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carefully
Where a standard two-prong
wall outlet is encountered, it is
the personal responsibility and
obligation of the customer to have it
replaced with a properly grounded
wall outlet.
Because of potential safety
hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend against use
of an adapter plug. However, if you
still elect to use an adapter, where
local codespermit, aTEMPORARY
CONNE~IONmaybe made to a
properly grounded two-prong wall
outlet by use of a UL listed adapter
(Fig. 2) available at most local
hardware stores.
TEMPORARYMETHOD
(ADAPTER PLUGS NOT
PERMITTED IN CANAOA)
The larger slot in the adapter
must be aligned with the larger slot
in the wall outlet to provide proper
polarity in the connection of the
power cord.
CAUTION: Attaching adapter
ground terminal to wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the
appliance unless cover screw is
metal, and not insulated, and wall
outlet is grounded through house
wiring. Youshould have the circuit
checked by a qualified electrician
to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded.
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Use of extension cords
Because of potential safety
hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord. However,
if you still elect to use an extension
cord, it is absolutely necessary that
it be a UL listed 3-wire grounding
type applianceextensioncordhaving
a grounding type plug and outlet
and that the electrical rating of the
cord be 15amperes (minimum) and
120volts. Such extension cords are
obtainable through your local
service organization.
The ref~eratorshould
alwaysbe plugged intoits
own individual electrical
outlet—
(115volt, 60 Hertz, or 100volt,
50 Hertz, single phase AC). This
is recommended for best
performance and to prevent
overloading house wiring circuits,
which could cause a possible fire
hazard from overheating wires.
RefrigeratorInstallation
Location
Do not install refrigerator where
temperature will go below 60”F.
because it will not run often enough
to maintain proper temperatures.
Do install it on a floor strong
enough to support a fully loaded
refrigerator.
Also see Energy-Saving Tips
regarding location.
Clearances
Allow the following clearances for
ease of installation and proper air
circulation:
Sides . . . . . . . . . . . . ...5/8”
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...2”
Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..O
Allow the followingdoor clearance:
Hinged side . . . . . . . . . 1-1/2”
Leveling Legs
Adjustable legs at the front
comers of the refrigerator should
be set so the refrigerator is firmly
positioned on floor and the front is
raised just enough that the door
closes easily when opened about
halfway.
When disconnecting the power
cord from the adapter, alwayshold
the adapter with one hand. If this
is not done, the adapter ground
terminal is very likely to break
with repeated use.
Should the adapter ground
terminal break, DO NCYI’USE the
appliance until a proper ground
has again been established.
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Turn leveling legs clockwise to
raise refrige~to;, counterclockwise
to lower it.
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Operating Your
Temperature
Control Dial
Refrigerator
Chiller Thy Baffle
The temperature control dial has
settings horn “l” to “9” plus
DEFROST and “0:’
5IsNORMAL
o
~IS COLDEST
“l” is the warmest.. .“9” is the
coldest.. .“O’ provides no cooling.
(On some models, the no cooling
setting reads “OFF.”)
Initially set the temperature control
dial at “5.”
After using refrigerator, adjust
temperature control setting that is
best suited to your needs.
Note: llmning control to the “O”
position stops cooling but does
not shut off power to the
refrigerator.
For cold frozen food storage
compartment temperature (and for
defrosting), chiller tray baffle
should be OUT-the normal
position-asshown below.
BAFFLE OUT—
NORMAL POSITION
AND FOR DEFROSTING
For colder fresh food
compartment tempemture during
hot weather or periods of heavy
usage, place chiller tray baffle in
the IN position.
BAFFLE lN–
FOR COLDER FRESH FOOD
COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE
If you turn your
household thermostat
below
. . you may want to set the
temperature control one number
colder, as from “5” to “6.” It
should be left in this setting for the
entire period that you are turning
down your thermostat.
When you stop turning the
thermostat down, turn the
temperature control back to its
regular setting.
60°at night
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FrozenFood StorageCompartment
This refrigerator’s frozen food
storage compartment will make
ice and will store pre-frozen
foods for about 2 weeks.
It will not effectively freeze
fresh foods or provide long term
storage for meats, poultry or fwh.
These products should be used
within several days.
Pre-frozen concentrates and
high sugar content foods, such as
fromn orangejuice and ice cream,
will not remain completely solid
(frozen) and must also be used
quickly. For best possible results,
such items should be placed in
direct contact with the refrigerated
surface (where frost forms first).
If additional firmness is desired
in ice cream:
● Be sure chiller tray baffle is in the
OUT position (see page 5).
● Set temperature control to colder
position (“9” is coldest).
● Transfer ice cream from original
carton to a covered, flat-bottomed
container.
For best storage of frozen foods:
Use moisture-proof wrapping
material and bags or regular freezer
containers. (Commercially-frozen
fdsare usually suitablypackaged.)
Ice Service
Ice ‘Ikays
Toreleaseice cubes, inverttray,
hold it over storagebucketor bowl,
and twist trayatl%thends.
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Foronly one or two ice cubes,
leave the tray right-side up, twist
both ends slightly and ~move
desired number of cubes.
Trays can be stacked to save
storagespace.
Forf-rice service when you
need it, place icetrayson the frozen
College or County Extension
Service of your local Utility
Company for the latest information
on freezing and storing foods.
*U.S. Department of Agriculture
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Care and Cleaning
Cleaning—Outside
The door handles and trim can
be cleaned with a cloth dampened
with a solution ofmild liquid
dishwashing detergent and water.
Dry with asoftcloth. Don’tuse
waxon the door handles and trim.
Keep thefinish clean. Wipewith
acleancloth lightly dampened
with kitchen appliance waxor mild
liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry
and polish with aclean, softcloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with
a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet
towel. These may leavearesidue
that can erode the paint. Do not use
scouring pads, powdered cleaners,
bleach orcleanerscontainingbleach
because these products can scratch
and weakenthepaint finish.
Protect the paint finish. The finish
on the outside ofthe refrigerator is a
high quality, baked-on paint finish.
With proper care, it will staynew-
looking and rust-free foryears.
Apply acoat of kitchen/appliance
waxwhentherefrigerator isnew
and then at leasttwice ayear.
Appliance Polish Wax&Cleaner
(Cat. No. WR97X216)isavailable
from GE Appliance Parts Marts.
Cleaning-Inside
Inside the fresh food and frozen
food storage compartments
should be cleaned at least once a
year. Unplug the refrigerator before
cleaning. If this is notpractical,
wring excessmoisture out ofsponge
or cloth when cleaning around
switches, lights or controls.
Use warm waterandbaking soda
solution—about a tablespoon of
baking soda to aquart ofwater.
This both cleans and neutralizes
odors. Rinse thoroughly with water
and wipe dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator—
including door gasket, vegetable
drawer, icetrays and all plastic
parts-can be cleaned the same way.
Do not use cleansing powders or
other abrasive cleaners.
Tohelp preventodors, leave
anopenboxofbaking soda in the
rear ofthe refrigerator, on the top
shelf. Change the box everythree
months. An open box ofbaking
soda in the freezer will absorb
stale freezerodors.
Do not wash any plastic parts
from your refrigerator in your
automatic dishwasher.
Beneath Refrigerator
In the refrigeration process, it is
normal that heat be expelled in the
area under the refrigerator. Some
synthetic floor coverings will
discolor at these normal and safe
operating temperatures. Yourfloor
covering supplier should be
consulted if you object to this
discoloration.
When you go
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onvacation
For extended vacations or
absences, shut off power to
refrigerator, turn the temperature
control to “O;’ clean interior with
baking soda solution of one
tablespoon of soda to one quart
of water. Wipe dry. Toprevent
odors, leave open box of soda in
refrigerator. Leave door open.
For shorter vacations, remove
perishable foods and leave control
at regular setting. However, if
room temperature is expected to
drop below 60”F., follow same
instructions as for extended
vacations.
When you move
Disconnect power cord from wall
receptacle and remove all food.
Follow defrosting instructions (see
page 6), then clean and dry the----,
interior.
Secure all loose items such as
shelves and storage pans by taping
them securely in place to prevent
damage.
Be sure refrigerator stays
position only during actual moving
and in van. Refrigerator must be
secured in vanto prevent movement.
Protect outside of refrigerator
with blanket.
in upright
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Behind Refrigerator
Care should be taken in moving
your refrigerator awayfrom the
wall. All types of floor coverings
can be darnaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those
with embossed surfaces.
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PROBLEM
REFRIGEIUTOR
DOES N~OPERATE
M~ROPERATES
FOR LONG PERIODS
MOIOR STARTS&
SlOPS FREQUENTLY
. .
VIBRATION OR
RATTLING
POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY
● Temperature control in “O” 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.
● Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home—usually requires 24
hours to completely cool down.
● Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen.
● Hot weather—frequent door openings.
● Door left open.
● Temperature control is set too cold. Refer to instructions for use of
TEMPERATURE CONTROL on page 5.
● Check ENERGY SAVINGTIPS on page 2.
● Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures.
● If refrigerator vibrates, more than Iikely it is not resting solidly on the floor
and front leveling legs need adjusting or floor is weak or uneven. Refer to
LEVELING LEGS on page 4.
NORMAL OPERATING
SOUNDS
FRESH FOODS
DRY OUT
. If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal.
● The high speed compressor motor may produce higher sound levels than your
old refrigerator.
● Refrigerant circulation may produce a boiling or gurgling sound in the frozen
food storage compartment.
● Foods not covered, wrapped or sealed properly.
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The Problem Solver(continued)
PROBLEM
FRESH FOOD
COMPARTMENT
TEMPERATURE
TOO WARM
FRESH FOOD
COMPARTMENT
TEMPERATURE
TOO COLD
SLOWICE CUBE
FREEZING
ICE CUBES HAVE
ODOR/TASTE
POSSIBLE CAUSEAND REMEDY
,
● Temperature control not set cold enough. Refer to TEMPERATURE CONTROL
on page 5.
● Warmweather—frequent door openings.
● Door left open for long time.
● Package may be holding door open.
c Chiller tray baffle in OUT position—flip it IN.
● Set temperature control to a lower number.
● Be sure chiller tray baffle is in OUT position,
● Door may havebeen left ajar.
QSet temperature control to a higher number.
● Be sure ice trays are in contact with refrigerated surface.
● unseal~packages in refrigeratorancI/or frozen food storage compartments may be
transmitting odorhaste to ice cubes.
● Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. Refer to page 8.
MOISTURE FORMS
● Not unusual during period of high humidity.
ON OUTSIDE OF
REFRIGERAITIR
MOISTURE
COLLECI’S INSIDE
REFRIGERA’IOR
HAS ODOR
INTERIOR LIGHT
DOES NCYI’LIGHT
● Tm frequent and too long door openings.
. In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when door is opened.
s Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
● Check for spoiled food.
● Interior needs cleaning. Refer to page 8.
● Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every three months.
● No power at outlet.
● Light bulb needs replacing.
If you need more help.. call, toll free:
The GE Answer CenteP
800.6262000
consumer information service
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If YouNeed Service
Toobtain service, see your warranty
on the back page of this book.
We’reproud 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 fhrther help.
FIRST, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details-including
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
General Electric
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60606
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YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC REFRIGERATOR
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED
WARRANTy
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor
in your home to repair or replace
any parf of the re~rigeratorthat
fails because of a manufacturing
defect.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
For five years from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace any
part of the sealed refrigerating
system (the compressor,
condenser, evaporator and all
connecting tubing) that fails
because of a manufacturing
defect.
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for ordinary home use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii
and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the
warranty is the same except that it is
LIMITED because you must pay to
ship the product to the service shop
or for the service technician’s travel
costs to your home.
All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory Service Centers or
by our authorized Customer Care@
servicers during normal working
hours.
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
GENERAL ELECXRIC COMPANY,
GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY
SERVICE, GENERAL ELECTRICHOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or
GENERAL ELE~RICCUSTOMER
CARE@ SERVICE.
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WHAT IS N~COVERED
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—ConsumerAffairs, General Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville,
● Service trips to your home to
teach you how to use the product.
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
The GE Answer Center@
800.626.2000
consumer information service
● Improper installation.
If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, plumbing and
other connecting facilities.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
● Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
s Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
. Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
WARRANlOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES.
KY40225
Part No. 468300P03Rev. 3
Pub. No. 49-6308-4
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