GE TFX20JRXFWW, TFX20JRXFWH, TFX20JRXFAA, TFX20JRXDWW, TFX20JRXDWH Owner’s Manual

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Part No. 162D7744PO05 Pub, No, 49-6953 9-97 CO

Safety Information

SafetYPrecautions ,3

UseofExtensior,Cords.. .3 HowtoConnectElectricW 4

UseofAdapterPlug_ ,.4

Operating instructions

Control_ ,5

Features..... 5-9

AutomaticIcemaker...... 9

IceandWaterDispenser ,70

CareandCleaning......... l 7-73

Congratulations!

YouAm Now Partof theGEFamily

Welcome to dm GE tinnily. We're proud of our

quality pro&lcts and we are commiued to pr_widing dependable sevd( e. You'll see it in this easy-to-use Owner's Manual and you'll hear it in dm tiiendly

voices of our customer service deparmmm.

Best of all, you'll experiem e these values each time

you use your refiigerator. That's important, be( arise your new refiigel;itor _dllbe part ofy_nlr imnily fi)r

many years. And we hope you _dll be pro1 of ours ti)r a long time to come.

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pur( hase, and hope you ,,,.ill(onthme to rely on us

whenex er you need (lualib_applian( esfor your home

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IMPORTANT!

Installation instructions

Preparing_o &stafftheRefrigerator 74

WaterLineInstatbtlon..... 75-17

Troubleshooting Tips

NormalOperatingSounds...... 18

BeforeYou CarlForService 18-21

Customer Service

WarrantyforCanadia,7Customers21 Warrantk forU,S,Customers. .22

FXRCCartridge

PerformanceDataSheet....... 23

Stateof CaliforniaWater

TreatmentDeviceCertificate ,24

ProductRegistration....... 25

ServiceTelephone

Numbers............ BackCover

Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is packed x_'ithdfis product. Ifyou cannot find it, please send in d_e duplicate card primed in tl_e back ofdfis section.

FORYOURRECORDS

Write the model and serial numbershere:

# #

You can find dram on a label inside d_e fiesh fi)od (omparmmm

on the top.

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof of the original purd_ase dale is needed I()oblain serxi( e under the warranty.

READTHISMANUAL

Inside you will find many helpfid hints on how to use and mainudn

your refiigerator properly.Just a little preventive (are on your pan

tan save you a g_eat deal of time and money over the liib of your refiigerator.

You'll find many ansx_ers to common problems in the Before You

CallForService section. Ifyou rexiew our chart of Troubleshooting Tipsfrst, you may not need to call for serviceat all.

IFYOUNEEDSERVICE

If you do need service, you can rebL,cknotting help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-flee customer service numbers is included in

the back se( tion. Or, intheU.&,you can aMays call the GE Answer Cemer: at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In Canada,

call 800-361-3400.

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."

;This refrigerator must be properly installed

and lo(ated in accordan(e _fith tlle Installation Insuu(0ons before it is used.

_'<_'Do not allow chil&en to climb, stand or hang

on the shelves in the refligerator. They (ould damage the refiigerator and seriously injure

themselves.

_;Do not much the cold surlilces in the fleezer

comparunent, pm0culmly when hands are d_unp or wet. Skin may stick to these exuemely

cold surlimes.

_ I)o not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in tlle vi(inity of dos or any

other applian( e.

_?_Inrefligerators with automa0c icemakers,

avoid contact with the m_Mng parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heaong element

that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands on the automa0c icemaking mechanism

while the refligeramr isplugged in.

Kee t) fingers out of tlie "pinch point" areas; clemances between the doors and between

the doors and cabinet me necessarily small. Be caretul ch)sing doors when children are

in the area.

_,'_Unplug the retiigev, m)r befi ne cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE:Westrongly recommendthatanyservicing be performed byaqualifiedindividual.

_ Turning the control to the OFFposition does

not remove power to the light (ir_uit.

}_Do not refleeze flozen foods which have

thawed {ompletely.

IMPORTANT:PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

Child enuapment and sufli)cation are not problems of the past.Junked or abandoned refrigerators me

still dangerous...even if they will sit ti)r "just a tew days." If you are get0ng rid of your old refrigerator,

please fi)lh)w the instrucOons below to help prevent accidents.

Before You ThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator or Freezer:

i_YTake off the doors.

>_I_eavethe shelves in place so that children may

not easily dimb inside.

CFCOisposal

Your old refiigerator has a cooling systeln that used CFCs ((hh)rofluoro(arbons). (FCs are believed to

harm stratospheri( ozone.

If you me throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CF( refiigerant is rem{)xvd fin proper

disposal by a qualified set_icer. If you intentionally release this (FC refrigerant you can be subject to

fines and imprisonment uncDr pr{)visions of the Fe(Dral Clean Air Act.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

However, if you must use an extension cord, it isabsolutely necessat T that it be a UIAisted, 3-xdre grounding type appliance extension _ord hax4ng a grounding type plug and outlet and that the eledrk al raOng of the _ord be 15amperes (minimum) and 120 vohs.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

The pc)wer cord of this appliance is equipped xdth a

3-prong (grounding) plug which mates xdth a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to

minimize the possibility of ele_ tri( sho(k hazard flom this applian( e.

Have tile wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure tile outlet is

properly grounded.

If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it isyour personal responsibility and obligation to have it

replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The refiigerat or shoukl always be pMg,g,ed into its.

own indMdual electrical outlet which has a vohage radng that matches tile radng plate.

This provides tile best perli)rmance and also prex ents overloading house wiring dr(uits which

could callse a fire hazard flom oxerheated wires.

Never unplug your refligemtor by pulling on tile power (ord. Always grip plug firmly and pull suaight

out fiom tim outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become iiayed or otherwise dmnaged. Do not

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

When m_wing the refligerator away from the wall, be caretul not to roll over or damage tile

power cord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS_A_pt_vl_qs,ot,_r_itt_i,c_,_)

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against

the use of an adapter plug.

However, if you nmst use an adapter, where local (:odes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made

to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use ofa UI.-listed adapter available at most lo(al

hardware stores.

Tile larger slot in tile adapter nmst be aligned whh

the larger slot in tile wall outlet to provide proper polarity in tile connection of the power (ord

When disconnecting the power cord flom the

adapter, ahvays hold the adapter in place with one hand while pulling the pc_wercord pMg with the

other hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is veU likely to break with repeated use.

If tile adapter ground terminal breaks, DO NOTUSE tile retiigerat or undl a proper ground has been

established.

Attachingthe adaptergroundterminaltoa walloutlet coverscrewdoesnot.groundthe applianceunlessthe coverscrewis metal,andnoti?}sulated,andthewaft

outlet isgroundedthroughthehousewiring.Youshould havethe cFcuitcheckedbYa qualifiedelectriciantomake

sumtheoutlet isproperlygrounded.

Readandfollow thisSafetyInformationcarefully. SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe controlson the refrigerator.

The temperature controls on your refrigerator have letters Ifyou want colder or warmer temperatures, adjust the

and numbers. Initially set the fresh food control at 5 and fresh food temperature first. When satisfied with that

the freezer control at C. setting, adjust the freezer temperature.

Control Settings

Fhe tiesh ti)o(1conuol main/ains the temperatures throughout the tiesh ti)od comparmmnt.

M_)_ingthe tiesh ti)o(1 conuol to OFFstops cooling in both meas-tiesh tood and tieezer-but does not shut off power to the retiigerator.

@ Freezer Control

Fhe tieezer conuol maint;fins the/emperamres throughout the tieezer compartnmnt.

How ToTestTemperatures

Use the nfilk test fin the tiesh tbod compartnmnt. Place a comainer of nfilk on the lop shelf and check it a day lamr. If the nfilk is too wmm or too cold, a(!just the temperature controls.

Use the ice cre;un test tbr the fleezer compartment. Place a container of ice cream in the center of the fleezer and check it after a day. If it's too hard or/oo soft, a(!iust the

temperature controls.

After chawingthecontrols,allow24hoursfor therefr(geratorto reachthetemperature,youhaveset,

About the water filter cartridge.

On some models

Discard theplastic cap.

REPLgCEFILTERBY:

(m_onth-year)

replaceevery6months

Place the top at the cartridge up inside the cartridge holder and slowly turn it to the right,

Tile _ater filler cartridge islocated in the upper right,hand corner of the flesh fi)od

compartment, right below the temperature controls.

The fiber caruidge should be replaced

e_e_,sir monthsor earlier if the flow of

water to the water dispenser or icernaker

decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

F-_Ifvou are repla( ing the / artridge, frst

re_noxetile old one by slowlytt'nning it

to the left. Donot pull down on the cartridge. A small amount of water may

drip down.

[_Remove and discard the plastic cap

flom the new cartridge.

[_Fill tile replacement cartridge with water

forn the tap.

[_Applv the month and year sticker to the

caru-i_dgeto remind v(_uto replace tile

fher in sixmonths.

[_Place the top of the cartridge up inside

the caruidge bolder. Do not push it up

into tile bolder.

_Shrwlv turn it to the right until tile filler

cmui(lge stops. DONOTOVERTIGHTEN.

As you turn the (artridge, it will

amomati( ally raise itself into position

[_n:i m water flom the dispenser f)r 1

rune (about a half g_{llon) to clear

the system and prevent sputtering.

NOTE:A newly-installed water fiher

(aruidge may causewater to spurt flom

the dispenser.

Filter Bypass Plug

Y()u must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is not

available. The dispenser and the icernaker

xdll not operate without the fiher oi fiher

bypass plug.

()jlestions?...Call tile (;E Answer Center:

800.626.2000.

Replacement filters:

Toorder additional filter cartridges, call GE

Parts and Accessories, 800-626-200Z

FXRT--Chlorine, Taste and Odor Suggested Retail $29.95

FXRC-Chlorine, Taste and Odor- I_ead and Cysts Suggested Retail $34.95

About the refrigerator shelves andbins.

Not all features are on all models.

P_de' Bins on the Fresh Food Compartment Door

Adjustable bins can easily be carried fom refligerator to work area.

Toremove:l Jfi bin straight up until

mounting books disengage.

Toreplace or relocate: Select desired shelf

height, engage bin's hook in slots on the tracks of the door, and push in. Bin will lo(k

in pla( e.

Thedivider helps prevent tipping, spilling oi

sliding of small items stored on tile door shell Place a finger on either side of the

dixider near the font and move it back and tbrth to fit your needs.

Rearranging the Shelves

Shelves in tile tiesh food and tieezer (omp'artments are a(!justable.

FreshFoodCompartmenL"

ToRemove ToReplace

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tophook

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[] Lowe,to

lock in place

Freezer Compartment:

ToRemove

ToReplace

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Spillproof Shelves

Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills fiom dripping to

lower shelves.

Deep Door Shelves in the Freezer Compartment

Detachable shelf extenders deepen and Toremove: Lift tile shelf extender straight up enclose fixed door shelves, provi(fing until the mounting hooks ((line out of tile

more storage r(l()m and greater storage slots in tile door. flexibility. Toreplace: I Jne up tlle hooks wifll tlle slots

in the door and push in and down.

Aboutthe refrigeratorrocks.

Juice Can Rack

Cans of iiozen juice are easily a_cessible

when stored in tile rack oil the freezer

comparWnen[ door.

F_ Place first can here, r_l Additional cans go here,

Aboutthe storagedrawers.

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Drawers

Excess water thai illav a((illillllaIe in tile

boI[oIIl of the drawers should lyeemptied and tile drawers wiped d U.

Toloadit, place die first can in die bouom of

tim rack. Then Mad additional (ans imo file ra(k fiom tile top.

I AdjustableHumidityPan

Coldest

Adjustable Humidity Drawers

Slide tile control all tile way to tile veghighsetting to provide high humidity

re(ommended fbr most vegetables.

Sealed Snack Pack

The sealedsnackpack (an lyemoved to tile

most usefifl location for your f_unily's needs.

Convertible Meat Drawer

Tile (onvertible illeat drawer has its own

ct)ld air duct to allow a stream of cold air tiom tile tieezer compmmmnt/o flow

an hind tile drawer.

Thevariable temperaturecontrolregulams

the air flow flom the fleezer compamnent.

Slide tile conuol all tile way to tile fruit low

setting to provide lower humidity levels

recommended tot most fi+uits.

Set control lever downto tile coldest setting to store flesh meats. If lever is leti in meat

position for a long period of time, some fiost may ti)rm on tile inside of the drawer.

Set conuol lever up to convert tile drawer to normal retiigerator temperature and

pn Mde extra vegetable storage space. (;old air duct is turned off. Variable settings

bem+een these exuemes can be selected.

Aboutstoragedrawer removal

Not all features are on all models.

Drawer Guides

Drawers can easily be ielll{)ved by tilting up slightly and pulling past stop location.

Onsomemodelsyou mayneedtoremovethe doorbinsfromthefreshfooddoorbefore,

Drawer Removal

LeftSide

When replacing thedrawers, make sureyou slide them through the drawer guides on the left side,

removingthe drawers.

Aboutthe automaticicemaker.

A newly-installed refrigerator may take 8 to 12hours to begin making ice.

Automatic Icemaker (onsomemodels)

Tile icemaker _dll produce eight cubes pet

(T(le--approximately 120 cubes in a 24-hour period, depen(fing tm tieezer comparmmm

temperature, room temperature, number

of door openings and other use conditions. If the retiigerator is operated before tile

water C()IlIle([i()II is illade 1o tile i(eiilaker,

keep tile teeler arm in tile STOP(up)

position. When tile refligerator has been connected

to tile water supply, move tile feeler arm to tile ON (down) position.

Tile icemaker will fillwith water when it cools

to freezing. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 8to 12hours tobegin making ice Qlbes.

Throw away tile first fi_wbatches of ice to allow tile water line to (lear.

icemaKer

Feelerarrr

qtheSTOP

_Bin

Feelerarn

qtheON

Ill DOSI[IO[1

If the door prevents you fiom taking out tl_edrmvers, tim retiigerator will need to be rolled fi)rward until the door opens

enough to slide tile (hawers out. In some rases when you roll the refrigerator out you

Mll need to re(we tile refiigerat or to tile left

asyou roll it out.

Raise the access door to reach the icemaker bin,

Be sure nothing interteres xdtll tile sxfingof tile teeler arm.

It is normal fi)r several cubes to be.joined together,

If ice is not used frequently, oM ice cubes

will become clou(b_ and taste stale.

Icemaker Accessory Kit

Ifyour refligerator (rid not come already equipped with an mlmmafic icemaker, an icemaker accesso U kit is available at

extra cost.

Check tile back of tile refligerator fi)r tile specific icemaker kit needed fi)r

your model.

About the ice and water dispenser.

On some models

ToUse the Dispenser

SpillShelf

Press the rim of the glass gently against the

dispenser pad. Set the selector s_df(hto CUBES,CRUSHED

ICE(oil some models) or WATER,

Tile spill shelf is not seffdraining. To re&ice water spotting, file shelf and its grille

should be (leaned regularly.

If nowateris dispensedwhentherefrigeratoris first instafled,there`rmaybeair inthewater line

.system.Pressthedispensdpadfor at leasttwo rminutesto rremmovetrappedairfrom.the water lineandto tiff the watersystem..Toflushout

impuritiesin thewaterline,throw awaythefirst

sixglassfulsof water.

Ice Storage Bin

Toremove:

IJfi tile left corner toflee tile bin flom tile shelf and pull the bin suaight out while

supporting it at fiont and rear.

Toreplace:

Slide the bin back until tile tab on tile bin locks into the slot on the shell If the bin

does not go all the way back, remove it and rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then

push the bin back again.

A light s_dlch (on some models) turns the

nightlightin tile dispenser on or off. The light also comes on when the dispenser pad

is pressed. Tile light in the dispenser should be replaced with a 7 wall maximum bulb

when if burns out.

CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other ol2jects ibto the ice crasher discharge opening.

Drive

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Mechanmm

Important Facts About Your Dispenser

Do no[ add ice from Uaysor bags to

the storage bin. It may not (rash or dispense well.

>:Avoid ovedilling glass with ice and use of

nmrow or exua-mll glasses, l_mkecl-up ice canjmn the chute or cause the door in

the chute to freeze shut. If ice is blocking the chute, poke it through with a w{)oden

spoon.

>:Beverages and toods sh()uM not be

quick-chilled in tile ice storage bin. Cans, bottles or tood packages in the

storage bin may cause the icemaker or

auger tojmn.

ii Some crashed ice may be dispensed even

though you selected CUBES.This happens occasionally when a t;ewrubes

accidentally get directed to the crasher.

>_After crashed ice is dispensed, some

water may drip fiom tile (hute.

>:Sometimes a mound of sn()w will ti)rm on

the door in the ice chute. This condition is normal and usually oc(urs when you

have dispensed crashed ice repeatedly.

Tile snow_dll evenulally evapora/e.

ii Dispensed water is not ice coM. For

coMer water, simply add crashed ice or cubes betore dispensing water.

Careand cleaning of therefrigerator.

ill ii _

Presshereto removegrille.

Cleaning the Outside

Thedispenser well, (on some models)

ben eath tile grille, sh__uldbe _dped (h7. _,\'_net

left in the well may leave deposi/s. Rem_)ve tile deposi/s by adding undiluted vinegar to

the well. Soak until the deposits disappear or become loose enough to rinse away.

Thedispenserpad(on somemodels). Clean

with warm water and baking soda solution- about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to a qumt (11) of water. Rinse thoroughly

and wipe (h7.

HINT:Openthefreezerdoorpart waytoprevent dispensingof iceor water whencleaning,

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box of

baking soda in the fiesh fi)od and fieezer

compartments. Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.If this

is not pcaclical, x_Tingexcess moisture out of

sponge or cloth when cleaning ar{nmd swituhes, lights or conuols.

Use warm water and baking soda solution-

about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to a qumt (11) of water. This both cleans

and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dU.

Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean with a

cloth dampened with soapy water. DU

xdth a soft cloth.

Keeptheoutside clean.Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dmnpened with kitchen

appliance wax or miM liquid dish detergent. DU and polish with a clean, soft cloth.

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

that can erode thepaint, Do not use scourDg pads,powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners

containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint fimsh,

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some models) with hot water because the extreme

temperature,difference may cause them to break, Handleglass shelves carefully Bumping

tempered glass can causeit to shatteL Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the

dishwasheL

Washice traysin lukewarmwateronly--do not

putthemin anautomaticdishwashe_

After cleaning tile door gaskets, apply a thin

layer ofpeuoleumjelly to the door gaskets

at the hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets tiom sticking and bending out of

shape.

DrainopeninginfreezercompartmentDuring

yemly cleaning, rem{)ve bottom fleezer basket and flush a solution of baking soda-

1 teaspoon (5 ml) and 2 cups (500 ml) of hot (not boiling) water-through tile drain

line with the help of a meat baster. This will help eliminate odor and reduce the

likelihood of a clogged drain line. Ifdrain

becomes clogged, use a meat baster and baking so(It solution m ti)rce tile clog

tim )ugh the drain line.

Careand cleaning of therefrigerator.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be (arefill when m(Mng tl_e refligerat()r away fiom the wall. All b,pes of floor

coverings can be damaged, particularly (:ushioned (_werings and dlose with

embossed su_tiJces.

Pull the refiigerat()r straight out and return it to position by pushing it suaight in. Moving tile refligerator in a side direction

may result in damage to tile floor o)vering or refiigeralor.

Under the Refrigerator

Whenpushing the refrigerator back, make sure

you don't mfl over thepower cord or icemaker

supply line (onsome models).

Clean tile condenser coils at least

once a yeaF,

For most efticient operation, keep the area under tile refligerator clean. Rem_)ve

tile base grille and sweep away or vaomm

up &1st.

For best remits, use a brash specially designed fi)r this purpose. It isavailable at most appliance paris stores.

Preparing for Vacation

For loIlg vacafioils or absen(es, renlt)ve fi)od and unplug tile refligerator. Move tile flesh fi)od (ontrol to tile Off position, and

{lean the interior _dth a baldng soda solution of one tablespoon (15 ml) of

baking soda to one (plan (1 1) of water. I_eave tile doors open.

M_)vetile icemaker feeler mm (on some models) to tile STOP (up) position and shut

ofttile water supply to tile refiigeralor.

If tile temperamre can &op beh)w fleezing, have a qualified servicer drain tile water

supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage &le to floo(fing.

Preparing to Move

Se(:ure all loose items su(h as grille, shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.

Besuretherefrigeratorstayskl anupr/_Thtpositionduringmoving.

Replacing thelightbulbs.

Turning the control to the OFFposition does not remove power to the light circuit.

Fresh Food Compartment--Upper Light

[_Unplug the refligerator. [_n o align the control knobs properly,

ore position of eadl knob ]br proper

reassembly, move both knobs all the way

to the left, then pull them off.

_o remove the light shieM, pull it

raight out.

After replacingwith an appliancebulb of the sameor lower wattage,reinstafl the l/qht shield,

Replacethe controlknobs,move themto their previoussettlbgsandplug the refrigerator back in,

FreshFood Compartment--Lower Light (o, somemodels)

Thislightis locatedeitherbehindthetopdrawer

or rightabovethetopdrawer(dependingonyour model).

_-_U nplug the refligerator.

_lf the lightisbehindthetopdrawervou

dll need to remove the (hawer axed the

shelf aboveit. See tlle Aboutstorage

drawer removaland About therefrigerator shelvessections.

[_(hasp the bottom of the light shieM and

pull it fi)iward and up.

After replacingwithanappliancebulbof the sameor lowerwattage,replacetheshield.Ifthe

liqht wasbehindthetop drawer,youwill needto replacethedrawerandtheshelfaboveit.Plug

therefrigeratorbackin.

Freezer Compartment

[_ Unplug the refiigerator. [_Remove the shelf just below light shield.

(The shelf will be easier to remove ifit is

emptied first.)

[_Pull the light shield toward you to reach

the bulb.

After replacingwithanappliancebulbof the sameor lowerwattage,reinstalltheshield

andshelfandplugthe refr(qeratorbackin.

Preparingtoinstall therefrigerator.

Read theseinstructionscompletely and carefully

WaterSupplyto theIcemakerco.somemo e sJ

If the refligerau)r has an icemaker, it x_4]lhaxe U)be connected u) acold water line.

RefrigeratorLocation

Do not install tile refligerator where the temperature xdll go below 60°F (16° C)

becmlse it _dll not mn often enough to maintain proper temperatures.

Clearances

Allow the fi)llowing clearances tbr ease of installation, proper air dr(ulafion and

plumbing and elecu:i(al / onne(dons:

Sides ,)/8 (1,) ram)

Top l" (25ram)

If built-in,allow 7/8" (22ram)forhingecovers.

Back l" (25 ram)

A water supply _t (containing copper robing,

shutoffvalve, fiuings and insu_lctions) is available at extra cost fiom your dealer or iiom Parts and

Accessories, 800-62d-2002.

Install it on a floor suong enough u) support it flflly loaded.

If tile refiigerator is against awall on either side, allow the tbllo_dng door clearances:

20', 22', and 24' models 3/4" (19 ram) 27' models 1*/_"(38 ram)

Rollers

The rollers have 3purposes:

[_Rollers adjust so the door closes easilywhen

opened about halfway. [l_tise tl_efiom about

_/ ..... 1_

b _ { ,)mm)fiomthefloor.]

To assure that the doors _dll close automatically fiom a hahqvW open position, dmre is a buih_in tilt

ii'om the tiont to the back of the cabinet. Side-b F side refiigerators also have specially designed door binges that lift both doors slightly when opened,

alh)_dng the fi)r/e of graxity to help close them sec:urely.

[_ffRollers adjust so tl_e refiigeramr isfirmly

positioned on (lie floor and does not wobble.

_[Rollers allow you u) move tile refiigeraU)r away

fi'om tile wall'for cleaning. •

Toadjust the rollers, remove (lie base grille by pulling

it out at the bottolTa.

Turn tl_e roller adjusdng screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to Iowerit. Use an

(./8 hex head boh) or pliers.adjustablewren(h 3 "

Toreplace base grille, align prongs on back of grille

with (l_u_l_Sin (abinet and push fi)rward until grille snaps imo place.

Installingthe water line.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

If the water supply to the refrigerator is from a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System and the refrigerator is equipped with a built-in filtration system, it is not necessary to use the refrigerator's water filter. Use the refrigerator's Filter Bypass Plug. Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the RO filter can result in hollow ice cubes and slower water flow from the water dispenser.

This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer.

Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.

Toprevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to the hot water line.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker feeler arm is kept in the STOP (up) position.

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as apower drill) during installation, be sure the device is insulated or wired in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock.

All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.

What YouWill Need

Todetermine how much copper tubing you need." Measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water

supply pipe. Then add 8 feet (244 cm). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing [about 8 feet (244 cm) coiled into 3 turns of about 10inches (25 cm) diameter] to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.

:_A watersupplykit (containing copper robing, shutoffvalve and fittings listed below) is

available at exua cost fiom y_nn dealer or fiom Parts and Accessories, 800-626-2002.

>: Cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.i, on models without

a water fiher and between 40 and 120 p.s.i, on models _dth a water fiher.

i__Power drill.

>:Coppertubing,1/4" outer di_uneter to connect the refiigerator to the water supply. Be sure

both ends of the robing are cut square.

Do not use plastic tubing or plastic fittings because the water supply line is under

pressure at all times. Certain types of plastic tubing may become brittle with age and

crack, resulting in water leakage.

>: Two I/4"outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (slooves)--to connect the copper

robing to the shutoffvalve and the refligerator water valve.

i_:Ifyour existing water line has a flared fitting at the end, you wU1need an adapter(avaiklble at

plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the refi'igevamr ORy{)u can {a_tottthe flared fitting with a tube cuttorand then use a compression fitting.

>: Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line. The shutoffvalve sh{)uld have a water inlet

with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of connection to the COLD WATER

LINE.Saddle-type shutoffvalves are included in many water supply kits. Befi_re purchasing,

make sure a saddle-t)-pe x_flve complies _dth your local plumbing codes.

installingthe water line.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

ShutOff-theMain Water

Turn on the nearest f:aucet long enough to clear the line of water.

Install the Shutoff Valve

[_wight en tile clamp screws until tile sealing

Mmr begins u) swell.

[_Install the shutoffvaE e on ll_e nearest

fiequendy used drin -ldng water line.

Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

[_ffChoose a location for tile valve d_al is easily

a( (essible. II is best Io (onnet I into tile side of a vertical water pipe. When il is ne(essm T to

(onnecl into a horizontal water pipe, make tile conne€tion to the top or side, rather fllan al tile

bottom, to avoid drafting offany sediment fiom

tile water pipe.

• if • • • Y

r_Dnll a 1/4 hole m the water pq_e, using a shaap _bit Remo_ e any buns resuhing fiom drilling the

hole in the pipe.

[TFaslen tile shutoffvalx e u) llle cokl water pipe

widl llle pipe (lamp.

SaddleType ShutoffW_lve

NOTE:Commonwealthof MassachusettsPlumbingCodes 248CMRshall beadheredto. Sadde valvesare illegaland

use_ notpermittedinMassachusetts.Consultwithyour

PipeClamp_

licensedplumber

Route the Copper Tubing and Connect/t to the Shutoff Valve

Route tile copper robing bel_veen d_e cold water line and tile refligerau)r.

Make sure tl_e tubing is fiflly inserted imo tile xalxe.

Tighten die ( ompression nut se(mely.

Route tile robing through a hole (killed in tile wall or floor (behind tile refiigerator or adja( em base

Saddle°TypeShutoffValve r-r

cabineO asclose u)tile wall aspossible.

Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing [about 8 feet (244 cm) coiled into 3 turns of about 10" (25 cm) diameter] to allow the refrigerator to

PackingNut

move out from the wall after installation.

Place tile compression nut and femfle (sleeve) omo tile end of din robing and (onne( I it u) llle

shuu)ffvalve.

NOTE:Commonwealthof MassachusettsPlumbingCodes 248CMRshall beadheredto. Sadde valvesare illegaland

use_ notpermittedinMassachusetts.Consultwithyour licensedplumber

Washer

f/Inlet End

•VerticalColdWaterPipe

L_A ._. CompressionNut

_iXiI,,,i_

errule(sleeve)

OutletValve

TurnOnthe Water and Flush Out the Tubing

[_Tmn tile main water mpply on and flush out tl_e

robing until tile water is clear•

[_Shut tile water offat tile water'_ alxe after abom

one quart (1 1) of water has been flushed through the robing.

Connect the Tubing to the Refrigerator

Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power

Oneof theillustrationsbelowwilt tookliketheconnection onyourrefrigerato_

cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.

We recommend installing a water filter if your water Ferrule supply has sand or particles that could clog tile

sureen of the refiigerator's water xzdve. Install it in Connection the water line near the retiigerator.

[_Remove tile plastic flexible cap fiom the water

valve.

[_Place tile compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)

onto tile end _ifthe robing as sho_.

[_Insert the end of tile copper robing into tile

water valveconnection astin aspossible. _.,\.hile

holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.

Tu)ngCam[ ---_ 1/4"Com[ressonN t

• _ '/_ £ _>_ \ Ferrule(sleeve)

[TFasten the _opper robing into the clamp

proxfded to hold it in a vertical position. You may need to pry open the clamp.

Turn the Water On at the Shutoff Valve

Tighten any (onne(tions that leak.

_" _-_/ __,_-_-_ Connect,on

Nbing _7- - i

1/4"Copper TubingClamp

Tubing

1/4" Compr6sion

(sleeve) Refrigerator

Connection

Plug In the Refrigerator

Arrvmge tile coil of copper robing so that it does not vibrvue against tile back of tile refiigerator or against

the wall.

Start the Icemaker

Set the icemaker tbeler mm to the ON(do_lg position. The icemaker will not begin to operate

until it reaches its operating mmperamre of 15°F

(OoC) or below. It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker reeler mm is in the

ON(do_11) position.

Push tile refligerator back to the wall.

NOTE: The icemaker may double-cycle when it first starts, causing some water spillage from

the icemaker into the ice bucket. This is normal and should not happen again.

Normal operatin sounds.

Depending on the placement of the refrigerator in your kitchen,

:you may want to place a piece of rubber backed carpet under

the refrigerator to reduce noise.

The new high efficiency compressor runs faster and',,,ill have a higher pitch hum

or pulsating sound while operating.

1)eflost timer and refi'igerator control click on and off.

Tile fhn circulating air inside tile fieezer which keeps tile temperatures

throughout.

Water dropping on the defiost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or popping sound during tile deiiost Q,(le.

Tim flow of refl'igerant through the tieezer cooling coils sounds like boiling water or a gurgling noise.

('a_cldng or popping of cooling (oils (aused by expansion and cont1acdon during defiost and refl'igeradon follovdng deflost.

,Water dripping as it mehs fiom tile evaporator and flows to tile drain pan

during tile detiost Q,cle.

Icemaker (onsomemodels)

The icemaker water valve Mll buzz when tile icemaker fills with water. If the tbeler ann is in the ON (down) position it _dll buzz even if it has not yet been booked tap

to water. Keeping the ib_elerarm in the ON (down) position betbre it is hooked up to water can damage the icemaker. To prevent this, raise the feeler arm to the

STOP(up) position. This will stop the buzzing.

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

These sounds are normal

and are due mostly to highly efficient operation.

icemaker refills.

Before you call forservice...

Troubleshooting tips Save time andmoney! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Possible Causes What ToDo

Refrigeratordoesnot Refrigerator hi defrost cycle, oWait about 30 minutes fi)r defiost Q,rle to end.

operate Fresh food control • Move the fl'esh ibod control to a temperature selting.

in OFFposition. Refrigerator is unplugged. *I'ush the plug colllpletely into the outlel. The fuse is blown/circuit °Replace flase or reset the breaker.

breaker is tripped.

Vibrationor rattling Front roller screws or °See Rollers,

(slight vibration front leveling legs need

is normal) adjusting.

Possible Causes

What ToDo

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator long periods or cycles is first plugged in.

onand off frequently. (Modern refrigerators Often occurs when large

with morestorage

space and a larger placed in refrigerator.

freezer require more Door left open. • (_heck to see if package is holdiug door opeu.

operating time. They

start and stop ogten Hot weather or frequent • This is normal. to maintain even door openings.

temperatures.) Temperature controls • See About the controls.

Freshfood or freezer Temperature control not set • See About the controls. compartment too warm cold enough.

on frozen food (frost within package Too frequent or too long

isnonnal) door openings.

amounts of food are

set at the coldest setting, GriUe and condenser • See Careand cleaning.

need cleaning.

Warm weather or frequent • Set the telnperature coutrol oue step colder.

door openings. See About the controls. Door left open. • Che(k to see ifpa¢ kage is holdiug door opeu.

Door left open. • (he¢k to see if pa¢kage is holdiug door opeu.

• Wait 24 hours fi)r tile refiigerator to ¢olnpletely (ool dox_al.

• This is normal.

Divider between fresh Automatic energy saver • This helps preveut coudeusatiola ou the outside. food and freezer system circulates warm

compartments liquid around front edge

feelswarm of freezer compartment.

Automatic icemaker Icemaker feeler arm in • Move the ffeeler arln to tile ON (dorsal) positiou.

does not work the STOP (up ) posifion. • (_ul_es may have fi_sed to the side of the mold. Move

tile teeler mm to the STOP (up) positiou theu remove these _ubes.

Water supply turned off or • See Installing the water line. not connected.

Freezer compartment • Wait 24 hours for tlle refiigerator to COlnpletely

too warm. (ool do_l.

Piled up cubes in the storage • I_evel (ubes by haud.

bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

odor/taste

Small or hollow cubes Water filter clogged. • Repla_ e fiher _artridge xdth uew _artridge or with plug.

Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty aud wash biu. Discard old cubes.

Food transmitting odor/taste • Wrap foods well.

to ice cubes. Interior of refrigerator • See Careand cleaning.

needs cleaning.

Door left open. • Che¢k to see if pa¢ kage is holdiug door opeu.

Temperature control not set • See About the controls.

cold enough.

Before,youcall forservice...

Possible Causes What ToDo

Cu_ dispenser does not Icemaker turned off or • Turn on it emaker or water supply.

work (on some models) water supply turned off.

Ice cubes are frozen to o Remox e cubes and move the feeler arm to the icemaker feeler ann. ON (down) position.

Irregular ice clumps in storage container.

• Breakup with fingertip pressure and discard remaining clumps.

• Freezer mW be too warm. A@lst the fieezer control to a colder setting, one position at a time, until clumps

do not iorm.

WaterbaspoorUSte/oder

(onsome models)

Water in firstglass is

warm (onsomemodels)

ii ii ii ii ii_ i_iii

Water

not work (on some models)

Waterspurtingfrom

dispenser

Waterisnotdispensed

buticemakeris working No waterorice cube

production

Refrigerator has odor

:i ii_ _i(_i!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_

_i_iii iii iii iii iii iii iii

Moisture formson

outside ofrefrigerator Moisturecollects inside

(inhumidweather,air carriesmoistureinto

refrigeratorwhendoors areopened)

Water dispenser has not been

used for a long time.

Normal when refrigerator

is first installed.

Water dispenser has not been used for a long time.

Water system has been drahmd.

Water supply line turned

off or not connected.

Water filter clogged. Air maybe trapped in the

water system.

Newly-installed filter cartridge.

Water in reservoir is

frozen.

Supply llne or shutoff

valve is clogged. Water filter clogged.

Foods transmitting

odor to refrigerator.

Interior needs cleanhlg. Defrost water drainage

system needs cleaning. Not unusual during

periods of high humidity. Too tYequent or too

long door ope_m_gs.

oDispense water until all water in system is replenished.

oW_fit24 hours %r the refrigerator to (ompletely

tool dt)v:ll.

*Dispense water until all water in system is replenished.

°Allow several hours tor replenished supply to (hill

° See Installing the water line.

° Replace fiber cartridge or rein(we fiber and install phlg.

*Press the dispenser pad ibr at least two mimltes.

oRun water flom the dispenser for l mimlte (about a

halfgalhm).

oCall for servi( e.

oCall a plumber.

• Replace filter cartridge or rerm we filter and install plug.

• Foods whh snong odors should be tightly wrapped.

• Keep an open box (ffbaldng soda in the retiigerator; replace eveU three months.

• See Careandcleaning.

oSeeCareand cleaning.

°Wipe su*fhce (hy

interiorfightdoes notwork

Wateron kitchenflooror

onbottomoffreezer

No power at outlet. Light bulb burned out. Drain in the bottom of

the freezer clogged.

Cubes jammed in chute.

• Replace filse or reset the breaker.

oSee Replacing the light bulbs.

oSee Care and cleaning.

• Poke ice through with a wooden spoon.

Possible Causes

What To Do

Door not closing Door gasket on hinge side

• Apply peuoleumjelly on face of gasket.

properly sticking or folding over.

Hot air from bottom ofrefrigerator

Orangeglowin Defrost heater is on.

Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the

area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will

discolor at these normal and safe temperatures.

• Your floor covering supplier shouM be consuhed if you

obje(t to this dis(oh)ration.

• Thisis normal.

thefreezer

ConsumerWarranty

For customers in Canada

C/IMCOwarrants the replacement or repair ()fall parts of tllis Reliigerator which prove to be detective in material or workmanship fi)r one year tiom the date of pur(hase. Su(h prois _dll be repaired or repla( ed at the option of (am(o

_4thout (harge, subje(t to the terms and (ondifions set out beh)w. The OEALERwmTants to proxfde tlle serx4ce labor for the repair or replacement of all parts of tiffs Reliigerator which prove

to be detective in material or workmanship for one year flom the date of purchase.

CAMCOwmTants the hermetically sealed refligetvuor (namely: Evaporator, Condenser, Motor Compressor, Interconnecting Tubing, Drier and Refiigerant (h_age) against defe(ts in material or worlananship for an ad(fitional four years. These parts

will be repaired or replaced at the option of Catiico wifllout charge, subject to the terms and conditions set out beh)w. The OE/ItERw',uTantsfi)r the next four years to provide the ser_4ce labor necessa U to repair or replace the hermetically

sealed refiigeration system to the terms and conditions set out beh)w.

_ This warranty applies only to single family domestic use in Canada when the Refrigerator has been properly installed

according to the instructions supplied by Camco and is connected to an adequate and proper utility service. Damage due to abuse, accident, commercial use, and alteration or the removal or defacing of the serial plate, cancels all obligations of this warranty. Service during this warranty must be performed by an Authorized Camco Service Agent.

>: Neither Camco nor the Dealer is liable for any claims or damages resulting from any failure of the Refrigerator or from

service delays beyond their reasonable control.

i_?To obtain warranty service, purchaser must present the originalbill of sale. Components repaired or replaced are

warranted through the remainder of the originalwarrantyperiod only.

;i::This warranty does not cover expense involved in making this appliance readily accessible for servicing. ;i::This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be provided by law in some areas.

CamcoService is available coast-to-coast. See CustomerService ,sectionfor service information. If further help is needed concerning this

Warranty, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc., ConsumerService, 5800 Keaton Crescent, Misslksau,ga,Ontario, L5R3K2.

Refrigerator Warranty (forcustomersJntheUmodStat s)

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service,

call 800-GE-CARES.

GE Will Replace, At No Charge To You:

Anypartof dm refrigerator whi(h titils due to a delect in materials or workmanship.

From the date tithe originalpurchase

Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating system Ohe compressor, condenser, evaporalor From the date of the and all connecting robing) which tifils due u) a detbct in materials or worlm_anship.

originalpurchase During tiffs five-year warranty, (;E _dll also pr_wide, free of charge, all labor and

Lifetime Any see-through pan or drawerfinnished _dth the refiigerator if the pan or drawer From the date of the breaks during normal household use. Drawer (_)vers are nol in(luded.

original purchase

During tiffs full one-year warranty, GExdll also pro_ide, free of charge, all labor and in-home sel_ice to replace tl_e deib( dye pan.

in-hence serxire Io replace fl_e delbcfive pan.

:, Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the

product.

I_TImproper installation.

i_i;:Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

;i::Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or

acts of God.

i2Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

;i::Loss of food due to spoilage.

i_:Incidental or consequential damage to personal property

caused by possible defects with this appliance.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home

use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Toknow what your

legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

Performance Data Sheet

Water by Culligan Filtration System

FXRCCartridge

Health Claim Performance Certified by NSF/ANSI*

_100%safety factors built in for unmetered usage)

Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects

Parameter

Chlorine

T&O Particulate ** 99.98

Parameter

Turbidity Cysts Lead at pH 6.5 Lead at pH 8.5

* Testedusing a flow rate of 0,5 gun; pressure of 60psig; pH of Z5 _+0,5; ternp, of 20 ° _+25 °C

Measurement in Particles/ml

** * NTU-Nephelome# ic Turbidityunits

Operating Specifications

iiiCapa(ity: (ertitied for up to 200 gallons (757 1) NPressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock >:Temperature: 33°-100 ° F (0.60-38 ° C) :i:_Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)

General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements

_i:_Flush new cartridge at tull flow for 60 seconds to purge out trapped air. ;i:_Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow; at least every six months.

Special Notices

>:Installation instructions; parts and service availability; and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped. >_This drinking water system must be maintained according to manuthcturer's instructions, including replacement of filter

cartridges.

>:Do not use where the water is microbiologically unsafi% or with waters of unknown quality without adequate disinfection

befi)re or after the system; system may be used on disinfi_cted water that may contain filterable cysts. >_The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment system are not necessarily in your water. ;i:_Check fi)r compliance with the state and local laws and regulations.

NSF International Standards

Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects

( heroical Unit

Taste and Odor Reduction Chlorine Reduction, (;lass l

Mechanical Filtration Unit

Particulate Reduction, Class I

The Water by Culligan Filtration System and FXRC caruidge have been

tested and ( erfified by NSF only fi)r the fimctions listed immediately abe)re.

Made by: Culligan International, Wesunont, IL 60559, Tel: (630) 654-4000

General Electric, Appliance Park, I_)uisville, KY 40225 _) 1997 GE

USEPA

MCL

USEPA

MCL

1 NTU***

99.95% Reduction 15 ppb

15 ppb

Influent

Challenge

2.06 ppm

3,100,064

Standard No. 53: Health Effects

Influent

Challenge

23.25 NTU 494,169 157 ppb

162 ppb

Average

0.14 ppm

519

Average

0.10 NTU

3 ppb 3 ppb

Standard No. 53: Health Effects

( heroical Reduction Unit

I_ea(1Reduction

Mechanical Filuafion U nit

Cyst Reduction

Turbidi b"Re(h_cfion

Effluent

Maximum

0.3 ppm

2,425

Maxlrllllm

0.17 NTU 179

3 ppb 3 ppb

% Reduction

Average

% Reduction

Average

99.6

99.98 >98 >98

Tested & Certified

to ANSI/NSF

Standards 42 & 53

Minimum

99.92

Minimum

99.3

99.96 >98 >98

State of California

Department of Health Services

Water Treatment Device

Certificate Number

97-1291

Date Issued: June 1O, 1997

Trademark/Model Designation Replacement Elements

( ,E\,\ ate1 by (.ulh_an FdUaUon System FXRC None

Manufacturer: (',ulli_an In!ernational Company

Thewater treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830of the

Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants."

Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity

Cysts(pro/o×oanl

Turbidi b"

Organic Contaminants

None

RatedServiceCapacity:200 gallons RatedServiceFlow: 0.5 gpm Donotuse wherewater is microbio/ogica/ly unsafeor with waterofunknown qua/i_ except thatsystemsclaiming cystreduction maybe

usedonwatercontaining cysts,

Inorganic/Radiological Contaminants

Lead

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