GE TFJ20JA, TFJ25PA, TPJ24BI, TFJ22JA User Manual

GE Refrigerators

LARGE FREEZER/ REFRIGERATOR

OPERATIONS GUIDE

MODEL NAMES/HOME APPLIANCE

TFJ20JA TFJ22JA TPJ24BI TFJ25PA

Table of Contents

Instructions for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–7

Part Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9

Specifications—External Dimensions . . . . . . . . .10, 11

Instructions for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Instructions for Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Operation of Refrigerator:

Operation of Temperature Control Dials . . . . .14

Interior Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . .15–17

Utilizing the Interior Space . . . . . . . . . . . .18–20

Icemaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Storage of Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

What To Know About Frozen Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Care and Cleaning of Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Self-Diagnosis of Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Warranty and After-Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 27

• Thank you very much for purchasing the

GE Large Freezer/Refrigerator.

• Please read and completely understand this

Operations Guide before use to ensure accurate and safe operation of this appliance.

• After reviewing, retain this guide for future reference.

• Be sure to obtain the “Warranty Note.”

For Safety

Read Before

Using

OperationCare, Cleaning

& Self-Diagnosis

Warranty &

After-Service

Part No. 162D9792P001 Pub No. 49-6895

12-96

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION

• Please read these safety cautions carefully and operate the refrigerator correctly.

• Please make sure to heed the safety cautions listed here, for they contain important information.

DANGER

This sign indicates that there is a high probability of causing death or serious injury to the operator, if mishandled.

WARNING

This sign indicates that there is a possibility of causing death or serious injury to the operator, if mishandled.

CAUTION

This sign indicates that there is a possibility of causing bodily injury to the operator or material damage*, if mishandled.

Caution indicators and their meanings are as follows:

* Material damage includes damage to house, furniture, pets or bedding.

“WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK”

“DO NOT DISASSEMBLE”

“UNPLUG”

WARNING

Do not store flammable substances such as ether, benzene, alcohol, drugs, LP gas (cartridge for lighters).

SPRAY

LP GAS

THINNER

GLUE

ETHER

• DANGER OF EXPLOSION.

DO NOT

Do not hang on or sit on glass shelf.

• DANGER OF INJURY DUE TO DOOR FALLING OR PINCHING HAND.

DO NOT

For Safety

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued)

WARNING

Under no circumstances should you disassemble, repair, or modify anything.

• DANGER OF STARTING FIRE (OR MAY CAUSE ABNORMAL OPERATION).

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE

Use regulation 15A only for dedicated wall outlet for the refrigerator.

• DANGER OF FIRE FROM OVER-HEATING IF OUTLET IS SHARED WITH OTHER APPLIANCES.

DEDICATED OUTLET

When cleaning, unplug the power plug from the wall outlet.

• DO NOT HANDLE PLUG WITH WET HANDS.

• DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, SHORT CIRCUIT, OR INJURY.

UNPLUG

Do not press power plug with the back of refrigerator.

• DANGER OF FIRE FROM OVER-HEATING BYA DAMAGED PLUG.

DO NOT PRESS

When the refrigerator/freezer is out of order, stop operation by disconnecting the power plug.

• OPERATING THE APPLIANCE WHEN SOMETHING IS ABNORMAL COULD RESULT IN AN ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

UNPLUG

The metal prongs or the prong attachment of power plug should be wiped clean with a dry cloth.

• WIPE PLUG CLEAN WHEN DIRTY.

• MAY BECOME A SOURCE OF FIRE.

CLEAN PLUG

For Safety

Power source AC 100V

Standard 15A wall outlet

“Humming

Noise”

“Sparkle”

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued)

For Safety

WARNING

Connect grounding wire.

• DANGER OF MALFUNCTION OR SHORT CIRCUIT.

• PLEASE CONSULT DEALERSHIP WHEN CONNECTING GROUNDING.

CONNECT GROUNDING

Do not install in a location where freezing is possible.

• DANGER OF RUPTURED HOSES, PIPES, VALVES, ETC., LEAKING WATER.

DO NOT INSTALL

Do not store medicines or scientific specimens in refrigerator.

• SUBSTANCES REQUIRING STRICT TEMPERATURE CONTROL SHOULD NOT BE STORED IN A HOME REFRIGERATOR.

DO NOT STORE

In the event of a city gas leak, provide good ventilation by opening the doors. Do not touch refrigerator or wall outlet.

• POSSIBILITY OF FIRE LEADING TO AN EXPLOSION.

VENTILATE

Discard foods which are discolored or foul smelling due to malfunctioning of the refrigerator.

• SPOILED FOOD CAN BE HARMFUL.

DISCARD SPOILED FOODS

Do not splash water outside and/or inside the refrigerator.

• DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR SHORT CIRCUIT.

DO NOT SPLASH WATER

Confirm the ground wire

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued)

WARNING

Do not use flammable sprays (hair spray, insecticide, etc.) near refrigerator.

• DANGER OF FIRE BY IGNITION.

DO NOT USE

Do not place heavy objects on top of refrigerator.

• DANGER OF INJURY CAUSED BY FALLING OBJECTS WHEN DOOR IS OPENED AND CLOSED.

DO NOT

Do not place a container with water on top of refrigerator.

• DANGER OF FIRE CAUSED BY SHORT CIRCUIT DUE TO DETERIORATION OF ELECTRICAL INSULATION BY SPILLED WATER.

DO NOT

When disposing of a refrigerator, remove door gasket.

• IT IS DANGEROUS IF A CHILD IS TRAPPED INSIDE.

REMOVE GASKET

Unplug power plug when replacing interior light bulb.

• POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

UNPLUG

Do not touch the ice-making part of the automatic icemaker.

• INJURY COULD RESULT WHEN ICE TRAY ROTATES.

• HEATER BECOMES HOT AND COULD CAUSE BURNS.

DO NOT TOUCH

For Safety

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued)

For Safety

WARNING

CAUTION

Secure the refrigerator in place to prevent it from toppling over during an earthquake.

• COULD RESULT IN INJURIES IF THE REFRIGERATOR TOPPLES OVER.

PREVENT FROM TOPPLING OVER

The adjustable shelves and baskets should be attached securely to designated points in the refrigerator.

• DANGER OF CAUSING INJURIES DUE TO SHELVES COMING LOOSE AND FALLING IF NOT SECURELY ATTACHED.

ATTACH SHELVES SECURELY

Piping for the icemaker should be installed in accordance with the wiring and piping schematics.

• UNIT MAY LEAK IF NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY.

INSTALLATION WARNING

A 100V alternating current power source is to be used for the wall outlet.

• POSSIBILITY OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.

100V ONLY

Do not pull cord when disconnecting power plug.

• UNPLUG BY HOLDING THE POWER PLUG.

• ELECTRIC SHOCK OR SHORT CIRCUIT COULD RESULT.

DO NOT PULL

Use 100 VAC

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued)

CAUTION

Do not use a damaged cord, power plug, or loose wall outlet.

• POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, SHORT CIRCUIT, OR FIRE.

DO NOT USE

Do not damage the electric power cord.

• DO NOT DAMAGE, BREAK, ALTER, FORCIBLY BEND, PULL, TWIST, OR BUNDLE THE ELECTRIC POWER CORD. DO NOT PLACE A HEAVY OBJECT ON IT, CRIMPIT, OR ALTER IT IN ANYWAY.

• A BROKEN CORD MAYCAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT DAMAGE

Install the refrigerator in a location away from excess moisture or where water may be present.

• INSULATION WILL DETERIORATE AND CAUSE ASHORT CIRCUIT.

KEEP DRY

Unplug the power plug from wall outlet when the refrigerator will not be used for an extended period of time.

• DETERIORATING INSULATION COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRIC SHOCK OR SHORT CIRCUIT.

UNPLUG

Do not store bottles or cans in freezer compartment.

CRACK!

• CONTENTS WILL FREEZE CAUSING THE BOTTLES TO EXPLODE WHICH MAY CAUSE INJURIES.

NO BOTTLES

Close the refrigerator door by holding the door handle.

• DANGER OF INJURYTO FINGERS IF THE DOOR HANDLE IS NOT USED WHEN CLOSING DOOR.

USE DOOR HANDLE

For Safety

NO!

For Safety

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued)

CAUTION

Hire professional movers to move the refrigerator, because it is heavy and dangerous to move.

• DANGER OF INJURIES BY ATTEMPTING TO MOVE THE REFRIGERATOR YOURSELF.

• CONSULT YOUR DEALERSHIP OR APROFESSIONAL MOVER TO TRANSPORTTHE REFRIGERATOR.

EMPLOY PROFESSIONAL MOVERS

Do not touch food or containers (metallic) inside the freezer compartment with wet hands.

• FREEZING TEMPERATURES MAY CAUSE FREEZER BURN.

DO NOT TOUCH

Install refrigerator on a sturdy flat floor.

Straight!

• INSTALLING ON AN UNSTEADY FLOOR COULD CAUSE THE REFRIGERATOR TO TOPPLE WHEN OPENED AND CLOSED AND COULD CAUSE INJURY.

DO NOT INSTALL

Do not put hands under the refrigerator.

• METALPLATES AND ROTATING PARTS LOCATED UNDER THE REFRIGERATOR MAY CAUSE INJURY.

DO NOT TOUCH

Do not re-freeze foods after they have been thawed.

Frozen Food

• CONSUMING SPOILED FOODS IS HARMFUL.

FOOD POISONING WARNING

If you resell or give away this appliance, provide the new owners with this Operations Guide.

Operations

Guide

• THE NEW OWNER WILL NEED THIS OPERATIONS GUIDE FOR SAFE AND CORRECT USE.

PROVIDE OPERATIONS GUIDE

PART NAMES

Read Before

Using

TFJ20JA

Freezer Compartment

Refrigerator Interior Light Door Pockets (6 levels) Compartment Shelves

(3 levels) Large Freezer Basket

Pull-out type: chicken and large pieces of meat, etc., can be stored.

Icemaker Trays (2 dishes) Ice Box

Refrigerator Compartment

Temperature Control Dial Interior Lamp Astro-Door (flip door)

Type Utility Compartment (shelf for storing milk products such as cheeses, butter, etc.)

Door Pockets (4 levels) Interior Shelf (3 levels)

Height can be adjusted according to the size of foods.

High Humidity Vegetable Compartment

Chilling/Vegetable Compartment

Four Wheel Castors Front Grille Utility Box (can be used as

egg case also)

TFJ22JA

Freezer Compartment

Refrigerator Interior Light Door Pockets (6 levels) Compartment Shelves

(4 levels) Large Freezer Basket

Pull-out type: chicken and large pieces of meat, etc. can be stored.

Icemaker Trays (2 dishes) Ice Box

Refrigerator Compartment

Temperature Control Dial Interior Lamp Astro-Door (flip door)

Type Utility Compartment (shelf for storing milk products such as cheeses, butter, etc.)

Door Pockets (4 levels) Interior Shelf (3 levels)

Height can be adjusted according to the size of foods.

Meat/Snack Case High Humidity Vegetable

Compartment Chilling/Vegetable

Compartment Four Wheel Castors Front Grille Utility Box (can be used as

egg case also)

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14 15 16

1 2 3

7 8 9

Fan Cover

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