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Part No. 162D7744PO08 Pub.No.49-60007-1 !0-99 JR

SafetyInformation

SafetyPrecautions........... 3

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Useof ExtensionCords........ 3

HowtoConnectElectricit...... 4

Useof AdapterPlugs.......... 4

Operating Instructions

Comro/s .................... 5

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Feaares.................. 5-9

AutomaticIcemaker............

IceandWaterDispenser....... 10

CareandCleaning......... 11-13

Congratulations!

YouAre Now Part of theGEFamily

Welcome to the GE tiunily. We're prt)ud of our

quality products and we are committed to pr_Mding
dependable service. You'll see it in this eas}=to-use
Owner's Manual and you'll hear it in the fiiendly

voices of our customer service (lepmtment.

Best of all, you'll experience these values each time

y{)u use your refiigerator. That's important, becm_se
y_nn new retiigerator willbe pmt ot}_)ur titmily fi)r

ma W yems. And we hope y_u will be part of ours tot
a long time to come.

$'\,rethankyou fo_ bu}dng (;E. We appreciate your

purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us

whenm,er you need quality appliances for your home.

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Installation Instructions

Preparingro

Instal/theRefrigerator........ 14

WaterLineInstallation..... 15-17

TroubleshootingTips

NormalOperatingSounos...... 18

BeforeYou

Ca//ForSemce........... 18-21

IMPORTANT!

Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card.

TwoEasyWaysToRegisterYourAppliance!

• Through the internet at _w.geappliances.com.

• Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration (ard.

YOURRECORDS

Write the model and serial numbershere:

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Y()u can find them on a label inside the fiesh fi)od compmtment

on the top.

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.

READTHISMANUAL

Customer Service

WarrantyforCanadianCustomers21
Warrant#forU.S.Customers.. 22

FXRCCartridge

PerformanceDataSheet....... 23

Stateof CaliforniaWater

Trea[menrDeviceCertificate.. 24

ProductRegis[radon......... 25

ServiceTelephone

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

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Inside you will find many helpfifl hints on how to use and maintain

your retiigerator properly.Just a little preventive care on your part

can save y_)ua great deal of time and money over the lite of your
refligerator.

IFYOUNEEDSERVICE

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

Call For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting

Tips first, you may not need to call fi)r ser_4ce at all.

If you do need service, you can rebLx knowing help is only a phone
call away. A list of mll-tiee customer service numbers is included in

the back section. Or, inthe O.S.,you can always (all the (;E Answer
(enter " at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a d W, 7 dws a week. In Canada,

call 1-800-361-3400.

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 precaufions should be followed, including the following:

;; This refrigerator must be properly installed

and lo(ated in accordan(e _fith tile Installation

Instructions before it is used.

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

on the shelves in the refrigerator. They (ould
damage tile refrigerator and seriously injure

thenlselves.

Do not touch tile cold sufiilces in tile fleezer
(ompanment when hands are damp or wet. Skin

inay stick to these extremely cold surlhces.

_ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in tile vidnity of this or any

other applian( e.

_,'_In refligerators with automatic icemakers,

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

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

while the refiigeramr isplugged in.

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

the doors and cabinet me necessarily small.
Be carefhl closing doors when chiMren are

in the area.

_,'_Unplug the retiigevator befi)re cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE:Westrongly recommendthatanyservicing be performed
byaquafifiedindividual,

_ Tmning tile control to the O (off) position does

not remove power to the light dr(uit.

}:_Do not refleeze flozen foods which have

thawed completely.

DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

Child enuapment and stflfi)cation me not problems
of tile past.Junked or abandoned refrigerators me

still dangerous...even ifthey will sit fi)r "just a tiew
dws." Ify{)u me getting rid of y{)ur oM refiigerator,

please ti)llow the instructions beh)w to help prevent
accidents.

Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:

Take off the doors.

i_YI.eave tile shelves in place so that chiMren may

not easily dimb inside.

CFCDisposal

Your oM refiigerator has a cooling system that used
(FCs ((hlorofluorocarbons). CF(s are believed to

hat'IIl stratospheri( ozone,

lf y()u me throwing away your oM refrigerator, make
sure tile (;FC refiigerant isrem()ved fi)r proper

disposal by a qualified secvicer. If you intentionally
release this CF( refrigerant y{)u can be subject to

titles and imprisonment under pr{Msions of
environmental legislation.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend
against the use of an extension cord.

H()wever, if)_)u must use an extension cord, it isabsolutely ne(essm T that it be a UIAisted (in tile United
States) or a ( SA-lisled (in Canada), 3-wire gr(nmding type appliance extension cord having a groun(fing

type plug and outlet and that the elecuical rating of tile cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

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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 xfith a

3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standmd 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to

minimize the possibility of elecuic shock hazard
fiom this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified eledrician to make sure the outlet is

properly grounded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it isyour

personal responsibility and obligation to have it
repla(ed with a properly grounded 3-prong wall

outlet.

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its

own indMdual ele(uk al outlet whirl1 has a vohage
rating that mat( hes the rating plate.

This provides the best performance and also

prevents overloading house wiring cir(uits whidl
could cause a tire hazard flom overheated wires.

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

out fiom the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that

have become flayed or othem-ise dmnaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion dmnage

along its length or at either end.

When moving the retiigerator away flom the
wall, be cmefhl not to roll over or damage the

power (ord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Ad_pte_pl_g_,otpe_mittedinCa,ada)

Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.

H{)wever, if you must use an adapter, where local
codes permit, a temporary connection may be made

to a properly gr{)unded 29tong w:dl outlet by use
ofa UI Aisted adapter available at most local

haidware stoies.

The larger slot in the adapter Inust be aligned with

the larger slot in the wall outlet to pr(Mde proper

polarity in the (onne(iion of the power (ord.

When disconnecting the power cord flom the

adapter, always hold the adapter in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the

other hand. If this is not done, the adapter gr(nmd

teiillinal isveI)" likely to bieak with iepea/ed use.

If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DONOTUSE

the refrigerator until a proper ground hasbeen

established.

Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the

cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the waft
outlet is grounded through the house wiring Youshould

have the circuit checkedby a qualified electrician to make
sure the outlet is propedy grounded

Readandfollow thisSafetyInformationcarefully.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe controlsonthe refrigerator.

The temperature controls onyour refrigerator have If you want colder or warmer temperatures, adjust the

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

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

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Freezer Control

5 is initial Setting
9 is Coldest

Fresh Food Control

Control Settings

o Freezer Control

Fl_efieezer (ontro] maintains the temperatures throughout the fleezer (ompartment.

Fresh Food Control

File fiesh fi)od (ontrol maintains the temperatures throughout the flesh food (ompartment.

Moxdng the fiesh food control to 0 (off) stops cooling in both areas-fiesh food and fleezer-but does
not shut off power to the refligerator.

How To Test Temperatures

Use the milk test for the fiesh food compartment. Place a container of milk on the top shelf

and check it aday later. Ifthe inilk is too warln or too cold, a({justthe telnperamre controls.

Use the ice cre_un test for the fleezer compartment, t lace a container of ice cream in the
(enter of the fleezer and (he(k it after a day. Ifit's too hard or too soft, a(!iust the

temperature (ontrols.

After changingthecontrols,allow24hoursfor the refrigeratorto reachthetemperatureyouhaveset.

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Aboutthe water filter cartridge.

On some models

PlasticCap

Discard the plastic cap.

I (m°nthyear)I

replace every 6 months

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Cartridge i I

Holder I II

Place the top of flTecartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to the right.

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Tile water filter cartridge is located in the
upper right,hand (orner of tlle fiesh toad

comparmmnt, right below tl_e temperature
controls.

Tim filter cartridge should be replaced

every sixmonthsor earlier if tl_eflow of

water to the water dispenser or icemaker
decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

[7] Ifyou are replat ing the cartridge, litst

re'nave tile i)ld one bv slowly turning it

to the let1. Donot pull (lox_l_on the
caruidge. A small atnount ofwamr mW

drip (lox_l_.

[_ Remove and discard tlle plasdc cap

fiom tile new cartridge.

[_] Fill the replacement cartridge widl water

fiom the tap.

[_]A pplv the month and year sticker it) tlle

c_irtr(dge to relnind vr)u to replace the

filter in sixmonths.

[_ Place tile top of din cartridge up inside

tlle cartridge holder. Donot push it up

into the holder.

@Slowly mrn it to the right until tile filter

cartridge strips. DONOTOVERTIGHTEN.

As you mrn tile taruidge, it _dll
autolnatically raise itself into position.

[_Run water fiom tile dispenser for 1

minute (about a half gallon) to dear
tl_esystem and prevent sputtering.

NOTE:A newly-installed water filter
(artridge may causewatertospurtfrom

die dispenser.

Rlter Bypass Plug

Y{)umust use the fiher bypass plug
when a replacement fiher carnidge is not

available. The dispenser and the icemaker

will not operate without the fiher or fiher

bypass plug.
(_mstions?...In the United States, trail the

GE Answer Center " 800.626.2000.

Replacement Fillers:

Toorder additional filler cartridges in the
United States,call GEParts andAccessories,

800-826-2002.

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

FXR(_Chlorine, Taste and Odor-
I_ead and Cys/s
Suggested Retail $34.95

CustolneI's in ( anada should consult the

yellow pages tot the nemest (mnco Sevvice

Center.

Aboutthe refrigeratorshelvesandbins.

Not all features are on all models.

Divider Bins on the Fresh Food Compartment Door

A(!justable bins can easily be carried from
refrigerator to work area.

Toremove:l,ifi bin str>fight up until

mounting hooks disengage.

Toreplaceorrelocate:Select desired sheff

height, engage bin's hooks in slots on the
tracks of the door, and push in. Bin will lock

in place.

Thedividerhelps prevent tipping, spilling or

sliding of small items stored on the door
shel£ Place a finger on either side of the

(fivider nero the fiont and inove it back and
ti)ith to fit your needs.

Rearranging the Shelves

Shelves in tile fiesh food and fleezer (omparunents are a(!justable.

FreshFoodCompartment:

ToRemove

DLi upa' !outm,i,tup

FreezerCompartment:

ToRemove

ToReplace

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Spillproof Shelves

Spillproof shelves have special edges

to help prevent spills fiom dripping to

h)wer shelves.

Deep Door Shelves in the Freezer Compartment

Detachable shelf extenders deepen and

enclose fixed door shelves, pr_vi(fing
more storage room and greater storage

flexibilib,.

Toremove: I,fit the shelf extender straight up

until the mounting hooks come out oftim
sh)ts in the door.

Toreplace: line up tile hooks wifll tlle sh)ts

in the door and push in and down.

Aboutthe additional features.

Not all features are on all models.

Condiment Caddy Baking Soda Holder

The con(fiment caddy keeps flequemly
used condimems together, It ills in your
refligera/or (loot shelf. A convenient

handle alh)ws condiments to be easily
canied to the table,

Aboutthe storagedrawers.

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Not all features are on all models.

_: _'_ Fru# and Vegetable Drawers

Ex(ess water that may ac(umulate in the
bottoln of the drawers should be elnptied

and the dcawers wiped dly,

Adjustable Humidity Drawers [

Slide the conuol all the way to the
High or _ setting u) provide high

humidity recommended ti)r most

vegetables,

Convertible Meat Drawer

Slide the conuol all tile way to the Low or

setting to provide lower humi(fity levels

re( ommended fi)r most fi_uits.

Coldest

The convertible meat drawer has its own
coM air (h_ct to allow a stremn of cold air

flom the fieezer compartment/o fl()w
ar()und the drawer.

Thevariabletemperaturecontrolregulates

the air flow flom the fleezer compartment.

Set conuol lever down u) tim coldest setting
to store flesh meats. If lever is left in meat

position fi)r a long period of time, some
fiost may fom_ on tlle inside of the drawer.

Set conuol lever up to convert the (hawer to
nom_al retiigerator/emperamre and

pr(Mde extra vegetable storage space. Cold
air duct is turned off. Vmiable settings

belween these exuemes can be selected.

Aboutstoragedrawer removal

Not all features are on all models.

Drawer

Guides

When replacing flTedrawers, make
sure you slide them through flTe
drawer guides on the left side.

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

Onsomemodelsyoumayneedtoremovethe
doorbinsfromthefreshfooddoorbefore

removingthe drawers.

Aboutthe automaticicemaker.

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

Drawer Removal

Feelerarm

icemaKe

@ StorageBin

ntheSTOP

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Feelerarm

ntheON

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Automatic lcemaker fensomemodels) ......................

Tile icemaker will produce eight cubes per

(ycle-approximately 120 cubes in a 24-hour

period, depending on tieezer c()mparm_ent

temperature, room temperature, number

of door openings and odmr use conditions.
If the refligerator is operated befi)re the

water connection is made to tile icemaker,

keep die ti_eler arm in tile STOP(up)

position.
&,\qmnthe refligeralor has been connected

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

Tile icemaker will fill_dd_water when it co()ls

to tieezing. A newly-installed retiigerator may
take 8to 12 hours tobegin making ice (ubes.

Throw away tlle first lew batches of ice to
allow dm water line to (lear.

If tile door prevents you fiom raking (rot
the drawers, the refigerator will need to

be rolled tblwmd until the door opens
enough to slide the (hawers out. In some

cases when you roll the refigerator (mt you

will need to m()ve the refigerator to the left

asyou roll it out.

Raise flTeaccess door to reach the
icemaker bin.

Be sure nodling interferes with tile swing of
tile feeler arm.

It is natural tbr several cubes to be joined
togedmr.

If ice is not used fiequemly, old ice cubes

,,,.'illbet ome (lou( b,and taste stale.

Icemaker Accessory Kit

lfy_)ur refrigerator (rid not come already
equipped with an mltomafic icemaker,
an icemaker accesso U kit is available at

exua cost.

Check tile back of tile refligerator f)r
the specifc icemaker kit needed f)r

your model.

Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.

On some models

To Use the Dispenser

SpillShelf

Press the rim of tile glass gently against tile
dispenser pad.

Sele,_t CUBEDICE _, CRUSHEDICE

(on some models) or WATER_.

Tile spill shelf is not sell:draining. To
reduce water spotting, tile sheltand its grille

shouM be cleaned regularly.

If nowateris dispensedwhentherefrigeratoris
first instafled,theremaybeair in thewater fine

system.Pressthedispenserpad forat leasttwo
minutesto removetrappedair fromthewater

fineand tolift the watersystem.Toflushout
impuritiesin thewaterfine, throwawaythefirst

sixglassfulsof water

Ice Storage Bin

Toremove:

I,ifi tile left corner to flee tile bin fiom tile
shelf and pull tile bin suaight out while

supporting it at fiont and rear.

Toreplace:

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

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

push the bin back again.

A light switch (on some models) unns tile

night lightin the dispenser on or off. The
light also comes on when the dispenser pad

is pressed. The light in the dispenser shouM
be replaced with a 7 watt IllaxiIIltlIIl bulb

when it burns out.

CAUTION:Neverput fingersoranyother

objectsinto theicecrusherdischargeopening.

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Important Facts About Your Dispenser

>_Do not add ice fiom Uays or bags to

tile storage bin. It may not (rush or
dispense well.

>:Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of

narrow or exua-tall glasses, l_mked-up ice
can.iron the chute or cause the door in

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

spoon,

i:YBeverages and fi)ods shouM not be

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

mlger to jmn.

>:Some crushed ice may be dispensed even

though you selected CUBEDICE.This
happens occasionally when a tew cubes

accidentally get directed to the crusher.

>_After crashed ice is dispensed, some

water may drip fiom tile chute.

i_ySometimes a mound of sm)w will finm on

the door in the ice chute. This condition
is norlnal and usually occurs when you

have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly.

Tile snow will evennlally ex_tporam.

i_YDispensed water is not ice coM. For

_older water, simply add {rushed ke or
(ubes befi)re dispensing water.

Careand cleaning of therefrigerator.

Presshereto
removegrille,

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Cleaning the Outside

Thedispenserwell, (on SOlileinodels)

beneath tile mille, should be xdped (hT.Wa/er

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

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

Thedispenserpad (on some models). 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 (hy.

HINT."Openthefreezerdoorpart way toprevent
dispensingof ice orwater whencleaning.

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelppreventodors,leave anopen box of

baking sodain tile tiesh fi)od and tieezer
COlnpartments.

Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.If this

is not practical, _Ting excess moisture out of

sponge or cloth when cleaning ar{)und
swiwhes, 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 neumdizes odors. Rinse and wipe (hT.

Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean widl a

cloth (fim_pened with soapy water. DU

xdtll a soft cloth.

Keep theoutsideclean.Wipe with a clean

cloth lightly dmnpened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish (lele_gent.

DU and polish with a clean, soft cloth.

Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel. Thesemay leave aresidue

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.

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

temperature difference may cause them to break.
Handle glass shelves carefufl_zBumping

tempered glass can cause it to shatter
Do not wash any p/astic refrigerator parts in the

dishwasher

Washice traysinlukewarmwateronly--do not

putthemin anautomaticdishwasher

After cleaning tile door gaskets, apply a thin

layer ofpeuoleumjelly to the door gaskels

at the hinge side. This helps keep the
gaskels flom socking and bending out of

shape.

Drainopeninginfreezercompartment.During

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 the drain

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

likelihood of a clogged drain line. If drain

becomes clogged, use a meat baster and
baking soda solution/o ti)rce the clog

thr()ugh the drain line.

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Careand cleaning of therefrigerator.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be cmefifl when mining the refiigerator
away fi'Oln tile wall. All types of floor

coverings can be damaged, particulmly
cushioned c_)verings and those _dth

embossed sudimes.

l'ull the refiigerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it suaight in.

M_wing the refligerator in a side direction
may result in dmnage u) the floor covering

or refligerator.

Under the Refrigerator

When pushing the refngerator back, make sure

you don't rofl over the power cord or icemaker
supply line (onsome models).

Clean the condenser coils at least
once a year,

For most efficient operation, keep tile
area under the retiigerator dean. Rem_)ve

tile base grille and sweep away or vacuum

For best resuhs, use a brash specially
designed ti)r this purpose. It is available at
most appliance parts su nes.

up dust.

Preparing for Vacation

FoI"long vacations or absences, ieiil()ve
toed and unplug tile retiigerator. Move
the fiesh ti)od control to the 0 (off)

position, and clean the interior with a
baking soda solution of one tablespoon

(15 ml) of baking soda m one qumt (1 1)

of water. I,eave the doors open.
M_)vethe icemaker feeler mm (on some

models) to the STOP(up) position and shut
offthe water supply to the retiigerator.

If tile temperature can (hop below fleezing,
have a qualified servi( er drain the water

supply syslem (on some models) to prevent
serious properly dmnage chin to floe(ring,

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by roping them securely
in place to prevent dmnage.

Besuretherefrigeratorstaysin anup@t positionduringmoving.

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Replacingthe lightbulbs.

Turning the control to the 0 (off) position does not remove power to the light circuit.

Fresh Food Compartment--Upper Light

[] Unplug tl_e retiigerator.

[_ Pull offthe temperature control knobs.

_Pull bottom of light shield (lo_1_ and

fi)rward, then to{ate the top up and oil

After replacing with an appliance bulb of the
same or lower wattage, reinstafl the h_?htshield,

replace temperature control knobs and p/ug the
refngerator back in.

Fresh Food Compartment--Lower Light (onsomemodels)

Thisfightis locatedeitherbehindthe topdrawer
or rightabovethe topdrawer(dependingon your
model).

[] Unplug the refrigerator.

m2_lfthelightis behindthetopdrawervou

will need to remove the (hawer an'd the

shelf above it. See the About storage

drawer removaland About therefrigerator
shelvesand binssections.

[_] (hasp the bottom of the light shield and

pull it forward and up.

After replacing with an appliance bulb of the
same or lower wattage, replace the shielrL If the

hght was behind the top drawer, you wifl need to
replace the drawer and the shelf above it. Plug

the refrigerator back in.

FreezerCompartment

[_] Unplug the refrigerator.

[] Rexnove the shell]just below light shield.

(The shelf will be easier to remove if it is

emptied first.)

[_] Pull the light shield toward you to rea(h

the bulb.

After replacing with an apphance bulb of the
same or lower wattage, reinstall the shield

and shelf and plug the refngerator back in.

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Preparingtoinstall the refrigerator.

Read these instructionscompletely and carefully.

Water Supply to the Icemaker(onsomomotions)

Ifthe refiigerator has an icemaker, it xdll have to be

connected 1o a cold water lille.

RefrigeratorLocation

Do not install the refligera/or where tile
temperature will go below 60°F (16°C)

because it will not run often enough to maintain
proper temperatures.

Clearances

Allow the folh)xdng clearances for ease of
installation, proper air cir(ulation and

plumbing and elecui(al (onne(dons:

Sides ,)/8 (ID IIlIIl)

Top 1" (25 IllIll)

If built-in, allow 7/8" {22ram) forhinge covers.

Back 1" (25 IIllI1)

A water supply kit (containing copper tubing,

shutoffvalve, fittings and insu_ucfions) is available
at exua cost flom your dealer or fiom Parts and
Accessories, 800-626-2002.

Install it on a floor strong enough to support it
flflly h)aded.

If the refiigerator is against aw:tll on either side,
allow the tblh)wing door clemances:

20', 22', and 24'models 3/4" (19ram)
27' models 17Z' (38 ram)

Rollers

The milers have 3 purposes:

[_] Rollers a(!just so the door ch)ses easilywhen

opened about halfivay. [Raise the fiont about
,) _ (15 ram) fiomthetloor.]

To assure that tile doors will close m_tomatically
tiom a halt_xW open position, there is a buih-in tilt

fiom the flont to the back of the cabinet. Side-b)=
side retiigerators also have spedally designed door

hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened,
allowing the torce of gravity to help close them

se(urely.

[_ Rollers adjust so tile refiigerator isfirmly

positione(i on tile floor and does not wo])ble.

_] Rollers allow you to move tile refiigerator away

fi'oln the wall}br (leaning. •

Y

Toadjustthemilers,remove tile base grille by pulling

it out at tile bottom.

Turn the roller ac!iusting screws clockwisetoraise

tile refiigerator, counterclockwiseto Iowerit. Usean

ac!iustable x_Tench (3/8" hex head 1)oh) or pliers.

7"0replace base grille, align prongs on back of grille

wifll (lamps in (abinet and push forward until grille

snaps into pla(e.

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Installingthe water line.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

BeforeYouBegin

When connecting a GEReverse Osmosis Water System to your refrigerator, the only approved

installation is with a GERVKIT.
If the water supplyto the refrigerator is from a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtrafion System AND the

refrigerator also has a water filter, use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Using the refrigerator's

water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the ROfilter can result in hollow ice cubes and slower
water flow from the water dispenser.

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

Follow these instructions carefufly 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. Carl a quafified 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 fail below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) during installation, be sure the

device is insulated or wired in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock.

All instaflations 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 (244cm)
coiled into 3 turns of about 10inches (25 cm) diameter] to allow the refrigerator to move out

from the wall after installation.

>:A water supplykit (containing copper robing, shutoffvalve and fittings listed beh)w) is available at

extra c{)st fiom y{nn dealer or fiom Parts and Accessories, 800-626-21102,

i_:_:Cold water supply. The water pressure must be belween 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.2 bar) on models

without a water fiher and between 40 and 120 p.s.i. (2.8-8.2 bar) on models with a water fiher.

i_:Power drill.

>:Coppertubing,l/4" outer diameter 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.

i_:TwoI/4" outerdiametercompressionnutsand2 ferrules(sleeves_-Io connect the copper robing to

the shutoffx_dve and the refiigerator water valve.

i_:If your existing water line has a flared fitting at the end, you will need m_adapter(avaihble at

plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the retiigevator ORyou can _a_toffthe tlmed
fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.

>:Shutoffvalveto connect to the cold water line. The shutoffvalve should have a water inlet with a

mininmm inside (fiameter of 5/32" at the point of connection to the COLDWATERLINE.Saddle-type

shutoffvalves are included in many water supply kits. Beti)re purchasing, make sure a saddle-type

valve complies with your local plumbing codes.

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Installingthe water line.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

ShutOff theMain Water

Turn on tile nearest fimcet hmg enough to clear tile line ofwater.

Install the Shutoff Valve

[_ Tighten tile clamp screws until tile sealing

washer begins to swell.

_] Install tile shutoffvalve on the nearest

fiequenfly used drinking water line.

Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper

tubing•

[_ Choose a location for tile valve fllat is easily

accessible. It isbest to connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is necessmy to

connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the

PipeClamp_

connection to the top or side, rather than at the

bottom, to avoid dra_dng offany secfiment fiom

the water pipe.

[7_ Drill a l/4 hole m tile water p(pe, using a sharp
=J bit. Remove any burrs resuhing fiom drilling file

hole in file pipe.

[_] Fasten the shutoffvalve to tile coM water pipe

wifll the pipe damp.

Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve

NOTE:Commonwealthof MassachusettsPlumbingCodes

248CMRshaftbeadheredto.Saddlevalvesareillegaland

useis notpermittedin Massachusetts.Consultwithyour

licensedplumber

Routethe Copper Tubingand Connect It to the Shutoff Valve

Route the copper tubing between the coM water
line and the refiigerator.

Route tile robing flnough a hole &filed in the wall
or floor (behind the refiigerator or ac!ja{ent base

_abinet) as dose to the wall as possible.

Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing [about 8
feet (244cm) coiled into 3 turns of about 10"

(25 cm) diameter] to aflow the refrigerator to
move out from the waft after instaflation.

Place the compression nut and terrule (sleeve)
onto tile end of the robing and connect it to tile

shutoffvalve.

Make su(e the robing is fiflly inserted into the xalxe.
Tighten tile compression nut securely.

Saddle-TypeShutoff Valve r-r

PackingNut

NOTE:Commonwealthof MassachusettsPlumbingCodes

248CMRshaftbeadheredto.Saddlevalvesareillegaland

useis notpermittedin Massachusetts.Consultwithyour

licensedplumber

Washer

) inletEnd

'a_ _'2_.-,

_' _-Vertical ColdWaterPipe

_._j _. Compression Nut

_rrule(sleeve}

OutletValve

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TurnOnthe Water and Flush Out the Tubing

[_] Tmn the main water supply on and flush out tile

robing until the water is ( 1_1(.

[_ Shut the water ()fiat tile water valve after about

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

Connect the Tubing to the Refrigerator

Before making the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power
cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.

We recomnmnd installing a water fiher if your water
supply has sand or particles that couM clog the

screen of tile refrigerator's water valve. Install it in
tile water line near tile refrigerator.

_] Remove file plasti( flexible (ap fiom tile water

valve (refiigerator (onne(fion).

Oneof theillustrationsbelow will lookliketheconnection
onyourrefrigerator

1/4"Copper >TubingClamp

Tubing_ 1/4"

Compression
Nut

[_ Place tile compression nut and fen_ule (sleeve)

onto tile end _ifthe robing as sho_l.

[_] Insert tile end of tile copper robing into tile

water valve refiigerator connection as far as
possible. While hoMing the nlbing, tighten the
fitting.

[_] Fastentile copper robing into tile clarnp

provided to hold it inposidon. You may
need to ptT open the clamp,

Turn the Water On at the Shutoff Valve

_] Tighten any (onne(tions that leak.

Plug In the Refrigerator

Arrange tile coil of copper robing so that itdoes not
vibrate against tile back of tile refligerator or against

tile wall.

Removescrews {sleeve)
andfoldback

accesscover. Refrigerator

TubingClamp/_-., 1/4"CompressionNut

_ Replace tile access covei and sciews (on soiile

Ferrule(sleeve)

Connection

Refrigerator

Connection

Inodels).

Push tile refiigerator back to tile wall.

Start the Icemaker

Set tile icemaker teeler mm to tile ON (d,)x_ll)
posidon. The icemaker will not begin to operate
until it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F

(O°() or below. It will then begin operation

automatically if the icemaker feeler mm is in the

ON(do_ll) position.

NOTE: The icemaker may double-cycle when it

first starts, caus&g some water spillage from
the icemaker into the ice bucket. This is normal

and should not happen again.

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Normal operatingsounds.

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 eflicien( T compressor runs titster and xdll have a higher pitch hum

or pulsating sound while operating.

Defiost timer and refiigerator control click on and off.

The fire circulating air inside the fieezer which keeps the temperatures

throughout.

sound during the defiost (T(le.

The tlow of reIiigerant through the fieezer cooling coils sounds like boiling
water or a gurgling noise,

Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction
during defiost and reIiigeration fi)llowing defiost.

during the defiost (Tale.

on the defiost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or popping

as it mehs fiom the evaporator and flows to the drain pan

Icemaker (on some models)

The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water. If the feeler
am_ is in the 0h/(down) position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up

to water. Keeping the teeler mm in the 0h/(down) position betine 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 tlle bin and water running in pipes as

These sounds are normal
and are due mostly to highly

efficient operation.

i(emaker refills,

Beforeyoucall forservice...

Troubleshooting -tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following

pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Possible Causes What ToDo

Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait ab{)ut 30 minutes fin defiost _ycle to end.
operate Fresh food control "Move the flesh ti)od control to a temperature setting.

in O (off)position.

Refrigerator is unplugged. • l'ush the plug completely into tim outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit "Replace fi_se or reset the breaker.

breaker is tripped.

Vibration or rattling Front rollers need adjusting. * See Rollers.

(slight vibration

is normal)

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Possible Causes

What ToDo

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

on and off frequently.
(Modern refrigerators Often occurs when large

with more storage amounts of food are

space and a larger placed in refrigerator.

freezer require more Door left open. * Check to see if p;l('l_lge is holding door open.

operating time. They

start and stop often Hot weather or frequent * This is nox'm_d.

to maintain even door openings.
temperatures.) Temperature controls * See About the controls.

set at the coldest setting.
Grille and condenser * See Care and cleaning.

need cleaning.

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

Warm weather or frequent * Set the tenlper_lture control one step colder.

door openings. See About the controls.
Door left open. * Check/o see if p;M_lge is holding door open.

Frost or ice crystals Door left open. • Che('k to see if pacl_/ge is holding door open.

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

is normal) door openings.

Divider between fresh Automatic energy saver * This helps prevent (on(lense/ties on the outside.

food and freezer system circulates warm
compartments liquid around front edge
feels warm of freezer compartment.

• Wait 24 hours ti)r the refrigerator to (ompletely

(ool (lox,al.

• This is normal.

Automatic icemaker Icemaker feeler arm in *Move [lie feeler arm to the ON ((lox_al) position.

does not work the STOP (up) position. * Cubes may h;we fiasco1 to the side of the mold. Move
(on some models) die teeler mm to die STOP (up) position then remove

these (ul_es.

Water supply turned off or * See Installingthe water line.
not connected.

Freezer compartment * Wait 24 hours fin" [lie refrigerator to completely

too warm. cool (loxql.

Piled up cubes in the storage * l,evel cul)es by hand.

bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs cleaning. * Empty mM w;ish bin. Discard old cul)es.

odor/taste

Food transmitting odor/taste * Wr;/p fi)ocls well.

to ice cubes.

Interior of refrigerator * See Care and cleaning.

needs cleaning.

Small or hollow cubes Water filter clogged. * Repl;/ce fiher cartridge with new cartridge or xfith plug.
Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. * Check/o see if pacl(:lge is holding door ()pen.

Temperature control not set * See About the controls.

cold enough.

Door notclosing Door gasket on hinge side * Apply petroleum jelly on th(e of gasket.

properly sticking or folding over.

Orange glow in Defrost heater is on. * This is noI'm;d.

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Beforeyoucall forservice...

Possible Causes What To Do

Cube dispenser does not Icemaker turned off or * Turn on i(emaker or water supply.

work (on some models) water supply turned off.

Ice cubes are frozen to • Remove (ubes and move tim feeler arm to the
icemaker feeler arm. 0N(down) position.

Irregular ice clumps in

i ¸

Water has poor taste/odor Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water in system is replenished.

(onsome models) used for a long time.

storage container.

• Break up _dth fingertip pressure and discard
remaining (lumps,

• Freezer may be too warm. Ac!iust the tieezer (onuol
to a colder setting, one position at a time, until clumps

do not form.

Water in first glass is Normal when re frigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refligerator to completely

Water dispenser does Water supply fine turned • See Installing the water line.

Water spurting from Newly-installed filter cartridge. • Run waterfiom the (fispenser ti)r 1 minute (about a

dispenser half gallon).

Water is not dispensed Water in reservoir is • Call fi)r sev_i( e.

buticemaker is working frozen.

No water or ice cube Supply line or shutoff • Calla plumber.

Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting • Foods _dth suong odors should be tightly _appe(l.

is first installed. (ool do_L

Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water in systeln is replenished.
used for a long time.
Water system has been drained. • Allow several hours for replenished supply to clfill.

off or not connected.

Water filter clogged. • Repla(e fiher (aruidge or remove fiher and install plug.
Air maybe trapped in the • Press the dispenser pad for at least two ininutes.

water system.

valve is clogged.
Water filter clogged. • Repla(e fiher (aruidge or remove fiher and install plug.

odor to refrigerator. • Keep an open 1)ox of 1)aking soda in the refiigerator;

repla( e eveU three months.

Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning.
Defrost water drainage • See Cam and cleaning.

system needs cleaning.

Moisture forms on Not unusual during • Wipe sudh(e (by.

outside ofrefrigerator periods of high humidity.

Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too
(in humid weather, air long door openings.

carries moisture into

refrigerator when doors
are opened)

Interiorlightdoes No power at outlet. • Repla(e fi_se or reset the breaker.

not work

Water on kitchen floor or Drain in the bottom of • See Care and cleaning.

on bottom of freezer the freezer clogged.

Light bulb burned out. • See Replacing the light bulbs.

Cubesjammed in chute. • Poke i(e through with a wooden spoon.

Possible Causes What ToDo

Hotair frombottom
ofrefrigerator

Your refrigerator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship.

Nhat is covered How Long Warranted Parts Labour

Compressor Ten (10) Years Ten (10) Years Ten (10) Years
3ealed System (including Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years

_vaporator, condenser
:ubing and refrigerant)

_,11Other Parts One (1) Year One (1) Year One (1) Year

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.

CONSUMER WARRANTY

<for customers in Canada)

(From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace

• Y{)ur floor coveting supplier should be consul/ed if you
object/o this discoloration.

at Camco's Option

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
This warranty applies only for 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 defacing of the serial
plate cancels all obligations of this warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

• Service trips to your home to teach you how
to use the product.

• Damage to finish after delivery.

• Improper installation--proper installation

includes adequate air circulation to the
refrigeration system, adequate electrical,
plumbing and other connecting facilities.

• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of
circuit breakers.

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.

To obtain warranty service, purchaser must
present the original bill of sale. Components
repaired or replaced are warranted through the
remainder of the original warranty period only.

• Replacement of light bulbs.

• Damage to product caused by accident, fire,
floods or acts of God.

• Loss of food due to spoilage.

• Proper use and care of product as listed

in the owner's manual, proper setting of

controls.

• WARRANTOR tS NOT RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

This warranty is in addition to any statutory

warranty.

IMPORTANT
Keep this warranty and your bill of sale as proof of original purchase and purchase date.

Camco Service is available coast to coast.
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, contact:

Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco tnc.,
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane, Moncton, NB. ElC 9M3

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RefrigeratorWarranty(Forc.stome:sintheUnitedStates)

Aft warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service,
call 800-GE-CARES.

GE Will Replace:

Any part of the refiigerator (excluding water fiher cmuidge) which fidls due to a
From the date of the
original purchase

Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator

From the date of the and all connecting robing) which tifils due to a detect in materials or w_)rhnanship.

originalpurchase During dfis five-year warranty, (;E will also pn)vide, free ofcharge, all labor and

Lifetime Any see-through pan or drawerfinnished _dth the refiigeratorif the pan or drawer

From the date of the breaks during normal ln)usehold use. Drawer c_)vers are not included.
original purchase

defe(t in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, (;E _dll also
prox4de, free of charge,all labor and in-home ser_4ce to replace the defective part.

in-home sel_ice to replace the deib'ctive part.

Fromthedateof the
originalpurchase

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

product.

i_:Improper installation.
i;_)_Failure 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.

>: Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

Any part of tim water fiher cartridge which fidls due to a defect in inaterials or

workmanship. During this full thirty-day warranty, we _dll also proxdde, free of charge,

all labor and in-home servi(e to repla(e the defe(tive part.

;i::Replacement of the water filter cartridge due to water

pressure that is outside the specified operating range or
due to excessive sediment in the water supply.

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

acts of God.

i_:Incidental or consequential damage to personal property

caused bypossible 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.

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Warrantor: General Electric Company, Louisville, KY 40225

Performance Data Sheet

GE

Water by Culligan Filtration System

FXRC Cartridge

Health Claim Performance Certified by NSF/ANSI*

qO0% 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

* TestedushTgaflow rate of 0.5gpm;pressure of 60psig; pH of Z5 +_0.5; temp.of 20° +_25°C

_ Measurement h7PatYicles/ml

_ NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units

Operating Specifications

iJ;iCapa(ity: (ertitied fi)r up to 200 galhms (757 1)
i2Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock
>:Temperature: 33°-100 ° F (0.6°-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

;i::Installation instructions; parts and serxice availability; and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped.
>:This drinking water system must be maintained according to manufhcturer's instructions, including replacement offiher

cartridges.

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

beti)re or after the system; system may be used on disinfi_cted water that may contain filterable cysts.
>:The contanfiimi_ts or other substances removed or reduced by this water tream_ent system are not necessarily in your water.
;i::Check fin 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 I

Mechanical Filtration Unit

Particulate Reduction, Class I

The Water by Culligan Fihrafion System and FXRC carnidge have been

tested and ( erfified by NSF only fin the flmctions listed immediately abe)re.

Made by: Culligan International, Wesunont, IL 60559, Tel: [phone]

General Electric, Appliance Park, I_misville, KY40225 @ 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.l 0 NTU

3 ppb
3 ppb

Standard No. 53: Health Effects

( heroical Reduction Unit

I_ead Reduction

Mechanical Filuafion U nit

Cyst Reduction
Turbidi/y Re(h_cfion

92

Effluent

Effluent

Maximum

0.3 ppm

2,425

Maximum

0.17 NTU
179

3 ppb
3 ppb

% Reduction

Average

93

Minimum

% Reduction

Average

Minimum

99.6

99.98
>98
>98

Tested& Certified

to ANSI/NSF

Standards42& 53

85

99.92

99.3

99.96
>98
>98

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