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www.geappl_nces.com Part No. 162D9617PO09 Pub.No.49-60064 ! 1-99JR

SafetyInformation

SafetyPrecauflons............ 3

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UseofExtensionCores......... 3

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HowtoConnectElectricit_...... 4

UseofAdapterPlugs .......... 4

Operating Instructions

Controls ................ 5 8

tea[ures.................. 5-12

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RefreshmentCemer....... 13--15

CareandCleaning......... !6-18

Congratulations!

YouAre Now Partof 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 easp/o-use
Owner's Manual and you'll hear it in the fiiendly

voices of our customer service department.

Best of all, you'll experience these x;dues each time

y{)u use your refiigerator. That's important, becm]se
y_nn new retiigerator willbe pmt ofy¢)tn titmily ti)r

ma W yems. And we hope y_u wU1be part of ours tier
a long time to come.

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put(base, and hope you _dll (onfinue to rely on us

whenm,er you need quality appliances for your home.

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Installation Instructions

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Troubleshooting 77ps

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BeforeYou

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ServiceTelephone

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FORYOURRECORDS

Write the model and serial numbershere:

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You can find them on a label inside the fiesh fi)od compartment

on the top.

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service
under the w;uranb_.

READTHISMANUAL

Inside y(m will find many helpfifl hin/s on h()w to use and main/ain

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

can save y{)u a great deal of time and money over the lite of yore.
refiigeramr.

IFYOUNEEDSERVICE

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

Call For Service se(fion. If you review our (hart of Troubleshooting

Tipsfirst, you may not need to (:allfor ser_4ce at all.

If}_m do need service, you can rel>kx knowing help is onlya phone
call away. A list of mll-tiee customer service numbers is included in
the back section. Or, in the U.S.,you (an always (all the GE Answer

Center '_at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In Canada,
call 1-800-361-3400.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMAtiON.
READALLINSTRUCtiONSBEFOREUSING.

A 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 tlle Installation

Instructions before it is used.

Do not allow chil&en to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in tlle refiigerator. They (ouM

damage tlle refiigerator and seriously injure
thelilselves.

_Do not allow anyone to climb, sit, stand or hang

oil the Retieshlnent Center door, They o)uld
damage the refiigerator and inaybe even tip it

over, causing severe personal ill ju U.
Do not touch tile cold sufiilces in tile fleezer

(ompartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may sti(k to these extremely cold suffa( es.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the _4(inity of tllis or any

other applian(e.

In refiigerators with mltoma/ic icemakers,
avoid contact with tile m_)ving parts of tile

ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or

hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism

while the refiigerator is plugged in.

Keep fingers out of tile "pinch point" areas;

cle_uances between tile doors and between

tile doors and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careflfl closing doors when chiMren are

in tile area.

Unplug tile refligevaU)r befi)re cleaning and
making repairs.

NOTE:Westrongly recommendthatanyservicing be performed

by a quafified individual.

Turning tile control to tile OFFer0 position does

not remove power to tile light circuit.
Do not refleeze flozen fi)ods which have

thawed (ompletely.

a, DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

(hild entrapment and sutii)cafion are not problems
of the past.Junked or abandoned refiigerators _ue

days." If you are getting rid ofyour oM refrigerator,
please folhlw the instructions beh)w to help prevent

_ till dangerous...even ifthey xdll sitfor "just a tbw

accidents.

Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:

Take offflm doors.

iiiiiii_I,eavetile shelvesin place so that children inay

not easilyclimb inside.

CFCDisposal

Your oM refrigerator has a cooling system fllat used
CFCs (dflorofluorocarbons). (FCs are believed to

harm stratospheri( ozone.
If you me throwing away your oM refrigerator, make

sure the CFC refiigerant is rem{)ved fin proper
disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally

release this (FC retiigerant you can be subject to
titles and imprisonment under pi(Msions of

environmental legislation.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

H{)wever, if}_m Illust use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessmy that it be a UI Aisted (in tile United
States) or a (SA certified (in (anada), 3-wire grounding/ype appliance extension cord having a groun(fing

/ype plug and outlet and that the elecuical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 vohs.

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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)wet cord of this appliance is equipped xfith a

3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standard 3-pr(mg (grounding) wall outlet to

minimize the possibility of elecuic shock hazard
fiom this appliance.

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

properly grounded.

Where a standmd 2-prong wall outlet is

eno)untered, it is}x)ur personal responsibility and
obligaoon m have it replaced with a properly

grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The refiigerator should always be plugged into its

own indMdual electrical outlet which has a vohage
rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides tlle best performance and also
prm,ents overloading house _firing cir(uits whidl

could cause a fire hazard flom overheated wires.

Never unplug your refiigemtor by pulling on the
power (ord. Ahvays grip plug firlnly and pull suaight

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

have become fiayed or otheiwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage

along its length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away flom the

wall, be (_uefhl not to roll over or damage the
power (ord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Ad_pte_plug_,otpe_mittedinCa,ada)

Because of potential 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 temporaryconnectionmay be made

to a properly gr{)unded 2-prong w:dl outlet by use
ofa UI Aisted adaptor available at most local

hardware stores.

The larger slot in tile adapter must be aligned with

the larger slot in the wall outlet to proxdde proper
polarity in the connection of the power coid.

When disconnecting the power cord flom the

a(hpter, 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{)llnd
terminal is veIy likely to break with repeated use.

If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DONOTUSE

file refiigerator until a proper ground hasbeen

established.

Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet
cover screw does not ground theappliance 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 electric&n to make
sure the outlet is propedy groundec_

Readandfollow thisSafetyInformationcarefully.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe controlsonthe refrigerator.

The controls will look like one of the following.

FREEZER COLD [:_ [:_ [:_ [:_ _1 [:_ [:_ COLDEST COLD [z] E31 EZ] EZ] EZ1 EZ1 COLDEST

TEMPERATURE

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FreezerControl

OFF t 3 [] 7 9 t 3 [] 7 9

1. the WARMEST _ 9. the COLDEST
setting _

Initially, set the fresh food control at 5 and the freezer control at 5 and
allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.

Moving the freezer control to OFFor 0 stops cooling in both the
fresh food and freezer compartments but does not shut off electrical

power to the refrigerator.

Controlsettings will vary based onpersonal preferences, usage, and

operating conditions and may require more than one adjustment.

FRESHFOOD

TEMPERATURE

FreshFood

Control

Testingand Adjusting Temperatures

Several adjustments may be required. Each time you adjust controls, allow 24 hours for the
refrigerator to reach the temperature youhave set.

}The fleezer supplies cold air for both

(ompartments,

}The fleezer setting determines the compressor }Both temperature controls may need

and fleezer fan run times, adjustment to get the desired temperature

place ice cream in the
center of the freezer.

Check it after 24 hotlI'S.
If it's too hard or too soft,

Totest the freezer,

adjust the setting.

}The fiesh food control maintains the

temperature in the flesh food (ompartment
by controlling the amount of cold air that flows

from the fleezer to the fresh fi)od side.

in the fresh fi)od compartment.

To testthe freshfood

compartment, place a

beverage on the top shell
After 24 hours, taste the

drink. If the temperature

is not satisthcto_y, a(!just

the setting.

Aboutthe controlsonthe refrigerator.

On some models. Thecontrols will look like one of the following.

The Electronic Monitor and Diagnostic System controls dispenser functions and monitors the operation of
your refrigerator.

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Monitor andDiagnosticSystem

NORMAL_ ligh/s up/o indicate that no f_tilme has been delected by tile diagnostic system.

DOOROPEN_ flashes when either door is open.

O WARMTEMP4 ÷ ligh/s up when tieezer fi)o(bkeeping telnperamre is above noiillal.

O Flashing diagnostic codes. What these codes mean-and what to do when they appear-is explained

)more thoroughly on the tollowing pages.

tSYSTEMCHECK-RESET_) rexiews tile diagnosis offi)ur coded flmctions and allows you to erase codes

Off'ore tile display.

0 Select CUBEDICE_, CRUSHEDICE_ or WATER_ and tile signal light ,onlirlnS y,,ur ,hoi,e.

) DOORALARM(((_i"lights up when the beeper has been set to sound atier either door has been open 30

Q seconds.

When Your Refrigerator Is First Plugged In

All panel lights come on fk)rfive seconds,

a beep sounds, and lights go off ex(ept as
folh)ws:

PFflashes in tile display. Tou(h SYSTEM
CHECK-RESETtoeraseit.

NORMALglows.

WARMTEMPgh)wsuntil tl_e refiigerator

(ools down. Itgoes offwhen proper fi)od-
keeping temperature is readmd.

How to Set the Door Alarm

To set tile alarxn press DOORALARMunfil it
glows.

The control beeps if either door is open fin
more than 30 se(onds.

The light goes out and tile beeping stops
when you (h)se the door.

Why the WARM TEMP Light Glows

:, Door almm beeper is acfi'aned and DOOR

ALARM glows.

:_CRUSHEDICE glows.

:_ DOOR OPEN flashes if either door is open,

goes out when doors me shut.

:, Night light in ice and water dispenser

is off.

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At first, it's probably because your newly-
installed refligerator hasn't completely

cooled (lox_a_yet. Wait a few hours for it to
(ool, and then the ligln will go out.

As soon as inside temperatures return to

norxnal, the ligln goes out.
If WARMTEMPreappears and stays on fi)r

hmger than 4 hours, call ti)r sex_'ice.

From then on, WARMTEMPwill glow
whenever temperatures inside get too high

tin proper tood storage. If this happens,

open the doors only when absolutely
necessmT, and close them as quickly as

possible.

How the Monitor and Diagnostic System Works

The diagnostic code flashes and the control
beeps when someflfing starts to go wrong.

]flnore than one coded tim(lion requires

attention at the same time, the one with the

highest priority will be displayed first.

Pressing SYSTEMCHECK-RESETwillerase
two codes immediatel}_PFand CI.The dE

and FFcodes can only be enlsed by pressing
SYSTEMCHECK-RESET'afterthe condition

that cm_sed the code to flash has been
corrected.

SYSTEMCHECK-RESETxfillalso evaluate
all other coded flmctions. If NORMALis

lit during the displa)qng of a code, that
flmction is operating properly.

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Aboutthe controlsonthe refrigerator.

What the Codes Mean

Checkyourfrozenfood.Has any of it slnted to thaw? A paclctge may be holding tile fleezer

compartment door open. Don't open tile door more often than absolumly necessm T while
this code is displayed. Touching SYSTEMCHECK-RESETalier the fleezer comparmmnt

temperature has returned to normal will erase the code.

Powertotherefrigeratorhasbeeninterruptedformorethantwoseconds.Che(k the condition

of food in both the fiesh food and fieezer (ompaHments. Tou(h SYSTEMCHECK-RESET

to erase the (ode.
There is no timh with the refligerator when the PF(ode flashes.

Checktheicemaker.Ice clumps in the slorage bin may have stalled the icemaker. Follow

corrective measures described in rroubleshootin9 77ps.Ifwater supply to the icemaker is

not connected or not turned on, make sure the icemaker feeler ann is in the STOP (up)

position. The code stops flashing when problem is corrected or SYSTEMCHECK-RESET
is t{)uched.

Somethingis wrong with thedefrostsystem---keepdoorsclosedtoretaincoldandcall for
service.The (ode flashes until problem is (one(ted.

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Aboutthe water filtercartridge.

On some models

Discard the plastic cap.

I (m°nthyear) I

replaceevery6months

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Cartridge ,

Holder ! I

Place the top of the cartridge up
flrside the cartridge holder and

slowly turn it to the right.

The water fiher cartridge is located in tlle
upper fight41and (orner of tlle fiesh fbod

compartment, right beh)w tlle temperature
conuols.

The fiher caruidge shouM be replaced

eve_ysix months or earlier if tl_eflow of

water to the water dispenser or i(emaker
decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

[7] Ifyou are replat ing the caruidge, first

re_nove the {)ldtree bvsh)wlv turning it

to the left. Donot pull (lox_a_on the
cartridge. A small amount ofwamr mW
drip (lox_11.

[_ Remove and discard the plastic cap

fi'om the new caruidge.

[_ Fill the replacement cartridge with water

from the tap.

[_A pplv the month and year sticker to tlle

c_iru-(dgeto relnind v(_u to replace the

fiher in six months.

@Place tile top of tim cartridge up inside

tlle cartridge hoMer. Donot push it up

into tlle hoMer.

@ Sh)wly mrn it to the right until the fiher

taruidge stops. D0 NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

Asyou turn the caruidge, it x_411
automatically raise itself into position.

[_Run water flom the dispenser for 1

minute (about a haffgalhm) to tlear
the systeln and prevent sputtering.

NOTE"A newly-installed water fiher
(aruidge may cause water to spurt from

tlle dispenser.

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use the fiher bypass plug
when a replacement fiher camidge is not

available. The dispenser and the icemaker

will not operate without the fiher or fiher

bypass plug.
Odmstions?...In the United States, trail the

(;E Answer (enter P800.626.2000.

ReplacementFilters:

Toorderadditionalfiltercartridgesin the

UnitedStates,carl GEPartsandAccesseries,
800-626-200Z

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

FXRC--Chlorine, Taste and Odor-
I,ead and Cys/s
Suggested Relail $34.95

Custolners in Canadn sht)uld consult the

yell(_wpages ti)r the nemest Cmnco Set_ice

Center.

Aboutthe shelvesandbaskets.

Rearranging the Shelves and Freezer Baskets

(;lass and _dre shelves _ue ac!justable.

[] LiftuDandout [] Tilt Lla

[] Insert

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lockin place

ToRemove

ToReplace

Wire slide-out fleezer baskets can be
relocated in the stone way.

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Abouttheshelvesandbaskets.

Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf (onsomemo_e/s)

The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you to
reach items stored behind others. The

spedal edges are designed to help prevent
spills flom &ipping to lower shelves.

Quick Space Sheff

This slieRsplits in haffand slides under
itself for storage oftall items on the shelf

below.

Removable Wine Rack

The xdne rack is designed to hold a bottle

on its side. A good lo_ation fi)r the xdne ra_k

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is the qukk spa(e shelf.

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Makesureyoupushtheshelvesallthe wayback
in beforeyouclosethedoo_

SpaceSa ver TM Rack

Use this rack to store beverage (ans for

easy access,

It can also hoMa 9 x 13 baking &sh.

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Abouttherefrigeratorbinsanddishes.

Not all features are on all models.

Bins on the Fresh FoodCompartment Door

Ac!justable bins _an easily be (anied fiom
refiigerator to work area.

Toremove: Tilt the bin tip and pull ()tit

on the rooMed supports until it comes
completely ()tit of the door.

Toreplaceorrelecate:Select desired shelf

height, engage the bin in the molded

supports of the door and slide the bin in.
The bin xdll hook in place.

Thedividerhelps prevent tipping, spilling

or sliding of small imms stored on the door
shell. Place a finger on either side of the

cfivider nero the fiont and m()ve it back and
fi)rth to fit your needs.

Toremovefixedbins,first rem()ve the food

in the bins. Then, grasping the bin at each
end, push in at the bottom as y{xulift and

pull out at the top.

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Quick ServeTM System

CAUTION: Dishes and lids are not

designed for use on the range top,
broiler or in the regular oven. Such

use can be hazardous.

Oui_ k Sel_,eTVdishes fit into a spa(e-sa_4ng
l:ack under tile shelf. The rack can be

j lel,, ate( an,<leleinthe*;eshfot,

" /_/ _, 'I (Olilpattlilen[.

About the storage drawers.

Not all features are on all modeis.

Dishes and lids me sate ti11use in microwave

lyons, refiigerators and fieezers.

Donot use when cookinghigh-fatfoods,
suchas bacon,and high-sugarfoods,such

as candyandsyrup.Thehigh temperatures
ofthefat and sugarcan causebubblesto

formon the insideof thedish.

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Normal

Coldest

Storage Drawers

Excess watei thai 11lay accuiiiulate in tile

bottolIl of the drawers should be elnpfied
and tile &awels wiped &T.

Adjustable Humidity Drawers

Slide tile (onU/fl all tile way 1t)tile

setting to provide higil hulnidity

recolnlnended fi)r 1host vegetables.

Convertible Meat Drawer

Tile convertible illeat drawer has itsox_l

fl/)ln tile fieezer (olnparmmnt 11)flow
}1111undthe drawer.

(old air du(t 1oallow a stream of cold air

ThevariabletemperaturecontrOllegulat es

tile air flow fiOln tile fleezer ( olnpaltlnent.

Slide tile conuol all tile wav to tile

setting to pltMde lower lmlniditv

levels recolnlnended for 1host fl'uits.

Set control lever downto tile coldest setting
to store flesh 1heats. If lever is left in 1neat

position tola long period of tilne, SOlne
frost 1nayfi)lln on the inside of the drawer.

Set control lever up to convert the drawer to
norlnal lefligelvtmr telnperamre and

provide exua vegetable storage space. Cold
air duct is turned off. Vmiable settings

between these extrelnes can be selected.

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Aboutstoragedrawer removal

Not all features are on all models.

Drawer Removal

Drawers (an easily be removed 1)ytilting up
slightly and pulling past the stop lo(ation.

Removethe doorbibs from the fresh fooddoor
beforeremov/bgthe drawer

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To remove the shelf above tile top drawer,

WhenreplacingflTedrawers,make
sureyouslidethemflTroughboth
drawerguidesonthe rightside.

first remove the top drawer and any food on

the shelf. Then tilt the shelf up at the fiont

and lift it up and out of the tracks.

Abouttherefrigerator doors

Refrigerator Doors

Tile refiigerator doors may teel ditterent
than the ones you are used to, The special

door opening/closing teaune makes sure
the doors close all tile way and are se(urely

sealed,

To repla(e tile shelf, raise tile shelffiont

slightly and place the top hooks in the
lowest large ua(k slots. Then lower the

fiont of the shelfuntil it is level.

To remove the (hawers when the flesh fi)od

comparunent door cannot be opened fillly

you need to roll the refrigerator tbrward

until the door can be fillly opened, In some
cases this will require m{)ving the

refiigerator to the left as you roll it out.

The resistance you teel at the stop

position will be redu(ed as tile door
is loaded with food.

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

Beyond this stop the door will
stay open.

When opening and closing the door y()u
will notice a stop position, If the door is

opened past this stop point, the door will
remain open to allow you to load and

unload t_o(1 more easily. When the door is

only partially open itxdllautomatically
dose.

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Aboutthe refreshmentcenter.

Onsome models

The Refreshment Center Compartment stores frequently used items.

When open, tile Refreshment Center door pr{Mdes a convenient w{nk surlace. Ahhough
(hnable, the work surlitce should not be used as a cutting bo_ud. (;lose the door when

finished. The upper flesh tood compmtment light will come on when the Refleshment

Center door is opened.

Tile special design of tile door allows you/o flit and liftup the door in order to clean the
bottom of the fiame.

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

BottomofFrame

Cold >firentering flom tile fieezer compmnnent keeps tile temperature in tile

Retieshment Center (;ompmtment at proper tood-keeping levels.

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Tile bin panel limits tile alllount of cold air that escapes when tile Refieshment (enter
door is opened. To reach ti)od fiom the inside, lift the panel up.

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To rem()ve tile Refieshment Center bin, first rem()ve tile panel using tile hand holds.

Then remove the bin by lifting it up and out.

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Abouttheautomaticicemaker.

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

Feelerarminthe Automaticlcemaker

The icemaker _dH produce eight (ld)es per

cyde--approximate]y 120 cubes in a 24-horn

pedod, dependhig on fieeze_ (ompatmem

temperature, room temperature, mlmber
of door openings and od_er use condidor_s.

Ifthe refrigerator is operated befbre the

water ( omiecdon is made to die i( emaker,

keep the feeler arm in the STOP (up)

FeelerarmintheON

I (down)p0sition

When the refrigerator has been cormec[ed
to the water s_q)pl} r,mo_e t])e feeler arnl to

d_e ON (do_sn) poshiorL

The icemaker _dH fiH wit h water when it cools

to fl:eezing A needy-installed refligerator ma)
take 8 to 12 k,oms to begin making ke cubes.

Throw awa_ die first few batches of ice to

allow the x_:4terline t() (lear.

P,e sme nodfing ime_eres widi the swing of
d_e feeler arm.

It is normal for several cubes to be,ioined

K ice is not used flequemb_ old ice cubes

will be(:ome (:loud} and taste stale.

Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.

On some models

To Use the Dispenser

Press the rim of the glass gently against tile

dispenser pad.

Select CUBEDICE _, CRUSHEDICE _

(on some models) or WATER_.

The spill shelf is not self draining. To
reduce water spotting, the shelf and i{s grille

SpillShelf

sh()uM be cleaned regulmly.

If no water is dispensed when the refn_?eratoris
first instafled, there may be air in the water fine

system. Pressthe dispenser pad for at least two
minutes to remove trapped air from the water

fine and to fi// the water system. Toflush out
impurities in the water fine, throw away the

first six glassfuls of water

A light s_aitch (on some models) turns tile

night Nghtin the dispenser on or off. The
light also comes on when the dispenser pad
is pressed. The light in the dispenser sh(_uM

be replaced xdth a 7 watt IllaxilIltllIl bulb

when it burns out.

CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other
objects into the ice crusher discharge

opening.

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Ice Storage Bin

Toremove:

I,ifi the left corner to fiee the bin fiOln the
shelf and pull the bin suaight out while

suppor/ing it at flont and rear.

Toreplace:

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

Important Facts About YourDispenser

Add ke before filling tile glass x_4tlla

beverage.
Do not add ice fiom trays or bags to

tile storage bin. It may not _rush or
dispense well.

:, Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of

nmrow or extra-tall glasses. Backed-up ice
can jmn the chute or cause the (loot in

the chute to fleeze shut. If ice is blocking
tile chum, poke it tim)ugh with a xw)oden
spoon.

:, Beverages and foods shouM not be

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

storage bin may cause the icemaker or
auger to jmn.

:, Some crushed ice may be dispensed even

though you selected CUBEDICEThis
happens occasionally when a taw cubes

acddentally get directed to the crasher.

After crushed ice is dispensed, some
water may &ip fiotn the dmte.

:, Sometimes a m()und of snow will turin on

the <loot in the ice chute. This condition
is nortnal and umally o((urs when you

have dispensed crashed ice repeatedly.

Tile snowxdll evenulally evaporate.

Dispensed water is not ice coM. For
colder water, add crushed ice or cubes

betore dispensing water.

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Careand cleaning of therefrigerator.

Presshereto

removegrille.

Cleaning the Outside

RefreshmentCenterCompartmentdoor--
outside.It'simportant that y()uuse only

_dn(h)w (leaner _dth()ut m_nonia or a (Eimp

cloth to dean the gbtss mid uim. Avoid using

w_lxon the Retieshment Cen/er door.

Thedispenserwell, beneath the grille, should

be xfiped (by. Water left in the well may leave

deposits. Remoxv the deposits by adding

undihned vinegm to the well. Soak until the

deposits (fisappear or become loose enough
to rinse away.

Thedispenserpad.Clean with warm

water and baking soda solution-about a

tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda u) a
qumt (11) of water. Rinse thoroughly and

wipe (liT.

HINT" Openthe freezer doorpart way to prevent
dispens/ng of ice or water when cleaning.

Cleaning the Decorator Door Panels

Clean these panels using an anti-static
cleaner or a miM detergent and water.

(I_ook fin an/i-s/atic cleaner in electronic or

computer deparmmnts.) Rinse thoroughly

and blot (liT with a clean, damp cloth or

chamois. Do not use paper t(iwels to w:tsh or
(liT the panels. Do not use cleaners that

contain solvents, such as ammonia, because
they can damage the panels.

Thedoorhandlesandtrim.Clean with a cloth

(bunpened _dth soapy w;iter. Diy _dth a
soft cloth.

Thestainlesssteelpanelsanddoorhandles

(on some models) can be cleaned with a

commerdally available stainless steel
cleaner using a clean, soft cloth.

Keeptheoutsideclean.Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly (hmpened with kitchen

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

Donot wligetherefni?eratorwith a soileddish
cloth orwet towel Thesemayleavea residue

thatcanerodethepalbt Donot usescouring

pads,powderedcleaners,bleachorcleaners
containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan

scratchandweakenthepaintfinish.

Shalhtw scratches and abrasions can be
corrected with a good grade of hard

automobile paste wax. The wax will fill in
any minor surlhce scratches and will help u)
maintain the luster of the panels. Apply the

w:tx sparingly and buff lightly with a clean,

soft cloth using a dr(ular motion. Do not
use a cleaner/wax combination.

DoorMagnets

1C

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box of

baking so(h in the fiesh tbod and fleezer
compartmen/s.

Unplugtherefrigeratorbeforecleaning.If this

is not practical, x_aingexcess moisture out of
sponge or cloth when (leaning mound

sxdt(hes, lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution-

about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

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

and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe (liT.

Door magnets can be cleaned the stone way.

RefreshmentCenterCompartmentdoor--inside,

Wipe up spills right away. Use one
tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda in one

quart (1 1) of water to clean the inside door
mdhce, Reiieshment Center bin and inside

access door. Rinse, wipe (hT.

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

the extreme temperature difference may

cause them to break. Handle glass
shelves carefully. Bumping tempered
glass can cause # to shatter.

Donot washanyplasticrefrigeratorpartsin

thedishwasherexceptQuickServedishes

and lids.

Behind the Refrigerator

Clean the condenser coils at least

once a J/eaF,

Be cmefifl when m{Mng tile refligerator
a_vayfiOli1tile wall. All bTpesof floor

coverings can be dmnaged, particulmly
cushioned c{)verings and those xdth

embossed surlitces.

l'ull tile refligera/or suaight out and return
it/o position by pushing it suaight in.

M_)x-ingthe refiigerator in a side direction
mW resuh in &unage u) the floor covering

or refiigerator.

Under the Refrigerator

For most efli(ient operation, keep tile
area under tile refligemtor clean. Remove

tile base grille and sweep away or vacuum

up dust.
For best resuhs, use a brush spedally

designed tin this purpose. It is available at
most appliance paris stores.

When pushing the refrigerator back,
make sure you don:t rofl over the power
cord or icemaker supply line.

Toremove the base grille, open both
doors, grasp the bottom of the grille and

pull it out.

Toreplacethebasegrille, line up tile clips
on tile back of the grille with the openings

in the baseplate and push the grille fb_wmd
until it snaps into place.

Preparing for Vacation

For long vaca/ions or absences, relil()ve

tood and unplug the retiigeramr. M_)ve tile
fieezer conuol to the OFForO posi/ion,

and clean the inmrior with a baking soda
solution of one tablespoon (15 ml) of

baking soda to one qumt (1 L) of water.
I,eave the doors open.

Move tile icemaker teeler arm to the STOP

(up) position and shut off tile water supply

to the refligemmr.

When _xJt] relurn from vacation, select

WATERon the dispenser and press the
dispenser pad fi)r at least/wo minutes to
rem_)ve slale water fiom tile water system.

If the temperature can drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicer dr;fin the water

supply s)_stem/o prevent serious properly
damage (hm to flooding.

Preparing to Move

Secureall loose items smh asgrille, shelvesand drawersby taping them securely
in place to prevent damage.

Besuretherefrigeratorstaysl)_anupnghtpositionduringmowng.

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Replacingthelightbulbs.

Turning the control to the OFFor 0 position does not remove power to the light circuit.

Fresh FoodCompartment--Upper Light

_] Unplug tile refiigerator.

[_To align the contiol knobs properly,

note position of ea(h knob fi)r proper

reassembly, move both knobs all the way

to the left, then pull them off.

[_To remove the light shield, pull it

straight out.

Afterreplacingwithanappliancebulbofthe
sameorlowerwattage,reinstaflthehghtshblrL

Replacethecontrolknobs,movethemto their
previoussettingsandplugtherefngeratorbackin.

Fresh FoodCompartment--Two Lower Lights (onsomemodels)

Thesehghts are located behind the top drawer

[_] Unplug the refrigerator and remove the

top drawer and (over.

[_ (hasp the bottom of the light shield

and pull it fi)rward and up to fiee its
bottoln edge.

After replacingwithanappliancebulbof the
sameor lowerwattage,reinstall thehghtshield,

drawerandcoverandplug therefrigerator
backin.

Freezer Compartment--Non-Dispenser Models

[_] Unplug the refiigerator.
[] Remove tile sheltjust below light shield.

[_] Pull the plastic light shield, whi(h is

underneath the ice compartment,

toward you.

After replacingwithanappliancebulbof the
sameor lowerwattage,reinstall theshieldand

shelf,andplugtherefrigeratorbackin.

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I

Screw

B I iii

Freezer Compartment--Dispenser Models

[_] Unplug the refiigerator.
[_ Remove the ice storage bin.

[_] Remove screw at top of light shield.

After replacingwithanappliancebulbof the
sameor lowerwattage,reinstall theshieldand

icestoragebin,andplug therefrigeratorbackin.

Preparingto install therefrigerator.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Water Supply to the Icemaker

You _dll need to (onne(t tile i(emaker to a (oM

water line.

RefrigeratorLocation

Install it on a floor strong enough to support it
fiflly loaded.

Clearances

Allow tile fi)lloxdng clearan( es for ease of
installation, proper air (ir(ulation and plulnbing

and electrical connections.

24" Model 28" Model 30"Model

Sides 1/8" (3 IIllIl) 1/8" (3 IIllIl) 1/8" (3 IIllIl)
Top 1" (2,_ 111111) 1/8" (3111111) 1/8" (3111111)

Back ]/2"(13ram) ]/2"(13ram) ]/2"(13ram)

A water supply kit (containing copper robing,

shutoffvalve, fittings and insu_uctions) is available
at exua cost flom }x_urdealer or fiom Parts and
Accessories, 800-626-2002.

If built-in,aflow 7/8" {22 ram)forhingecovers.

If tile retiigerator is against a wall

on either side, all{)w 3/4" (19 ram)

on each side fi)r a 90 ° door opening.

Leveling Rollers

Theroflershave2 purposes:

[_The rollers (an be adiusted so tile refiigerator is

firmly positioned on tile floor and doesnot rock
ba(k and forfll.

[_ Rollers allow you to move tile retiigerator away

fiom tile wal(fi)r (leaning. •

Toadjust the milers, remove the base grille by pulling

it out at tile bottom.

Turn tile two fiont roller a(!jusfing screws clockwise
to raise the refiigerator, counterclockwise to lower

it. Use a 3/8" socket x_xench, a(!juslable x_xench or
pliers.

FrontRoller

AdjustingScrew

RearRollerAdjustingScrew
(onBuilt-inStylemodelsonly).
Usethisscrewif the refrigerator

hasone.

Buih-hl Style models also have rear a(!iustable
rollers so you can align the refiigerator with y{)ur

kitchen cabinels. Use a 5/16" socket _Tench to turn
the screws fi)r the rear rollers-clockwise to raise it,

counterclockwisetolower it.

RearRollerAdjustingScrew

(onBuiltdnStylemodelsonly).

Usethisscrewif therefrigerator
doesnotI_avethescrewpictured

to the left.

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Preparingto installthe refrigerator.

Door Alignment

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

Tomake the doors even, a(!just tile flesh food door. Using a 3/16" Allen x_Tench or a 5/16" socket x_aench
(depending on model), uun the door a(!justing screw to the right to raise the door, to the let1 to lower it. (A

wlon plug, imbedded in the threads of the pin, preven/s the pin flom uuning unless a x_Tenchis used.)

Atter one or m{) turns of the x_aench, open and close the flesh food door and check the alignment at the top

of the doors.

Removebasegrillebyopening
thedoorsandpullingtbegrille

straightout.

5/16" SocketWrench

I_Raise

Dimensions and Specifications fief&stomStFemodels)

24" Cabinet

or

2

24"SidePanels

Water

3/4" Airspace
(1/2"Gap+1/4"

WallPlates)

Electrical

Counter Top

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Trimkits anddecoratorpanels.

For CustomSiyle models

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Before YouBegin

Some models are equipped with trim kits that aflow you to install door panels. Youcan order pre-cut
black or white decorator panels from GEParts and Accessories, 800-626-2002, or you can add wood

panels to match your kitchen cabinets.
Panels less than 1/4" (6 mm) thick

When installing wood panels less than l/4" (6 ram) thick, you need to oeate a filler panel, such as 1/8"
cardbomd, that _ill fit between the time of tile door and tile w_)od panel. Ify_)u are installing tile pre-cut

decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels me included in the kit. The combined thickness of the decorator or

wood panel and the filler panel should be 1/4" (6 ram).

3/4" (19 mm) or Raised Panel

A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1/4" (6 ram) thick backing, or a 3/4" (19 ram) routed board

can be used. The raised portion of the panel must be thbricated to permit clearances (fiat least 2" (51 ram)

fiom the handle side ti)r fingertip clearance.

Weightlimitationsfor custompanels:

FreshFood35lb.(16kg) max.
FreezerDoor25lb.(11kg) max.

2"(51 mm)
Clearance

HandleSide

Appearance
Panel

1/4" 16mm}

ThickBacking

Doer

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Trimkits.

Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels

FreezerPanel

WithoutDispenser

Out 1/8"
out--_', ',_- (3ram)

i i

t

5/16"
(8mm/

11_/' I
(288mm) 11/e"

/ _ _ {80rain,

37_/?'
(956mm)

, _l 4- (29mm)

--I __ 23/¢'

677¢'
(1705mm)

FRONT

4--- 147/' -

(368mm) 2"

___ _- (29mm/

2V/"

1Vs"

(80mm}

(50ram)

FreezerPanel

WithDispenser

Cut 1/8"
out --_I I_-(3 mrn}

''

i i

5/16" (285ram)
(8mm)

.... _1 [ t

173/,¢" --j_

t 111/4'i --_N

(478mm)

_ 4--(29mm}

{122rain} '_ l_ 23/¢'

17

_- 14/2" ---_

/(368 mm) 2"

34%" (50ram}
(872mm} Jq

1I/8"

4- (29mm/

(60ram}

1I/8"

JL (50ram}

FreshFoodPanel

FreshFoodPanel

WithRefreshmentCenter

I, t

.-._, I_---

1"

(25ram)

J t

1"

(25mm/

The areas at the lop of the panels need to be Q_tout of
the panels. The shaded areas indicate areas that nmst

be routed out about 5/32" (4 ram) on the back side of
panels 1/4" (6 ram) thick or more. For panels less than

1/4" (6 ram) thick, these meas can be uut out of the

filler panels.

1/4"

(5ram/T

i_11 Depthof material

tobe routedout

I (29ram)

5/32"

(4ram}

ExampleofRouting

Front

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Insertingthe doorpanels.

[] Loosen the TopTrim on the Freezer and FreshFoodDoors.

Using a T-20 Torx driver, loosen the two s(rews
attad]ing tile Top Trim about l/4" (6 ram).

Insert the Freezer Panel and Fresh Food Panel

[]

IJfl the Top Trim up l/4" (6 ram) and carefiflly
push the fleezer panel in until it slides into the slot
behind the door handle. Push the fillet panel

(required with some door panels) in behind the

decorator panel. Repeat tbr flesh rood panel.

[] Insert the Bottom Panel (for models with a dispenser and/or a Refreshment Center)

Cmetiflly push the panel in until it slides into the
slot behind the door handle, l'ush the fillet panel

(required with some door panels) in behind the

decorator panel.

[] 77ghtenthe two screws on the Top Trimto30 in-lbs torque.

Ifyour model has a dispenser and/or a
Refleshment Center, this step only applies

to the top panels.

Cut-Out

SideTrim

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Insertingthe doorpanels.

Install the Side Trim.

[]

These pieces are rocked inside the tiesh fi)od door
handle.

Donot removetheprotectivefilm on the outsideof the
SideTrimuntil theSideTrimis installe_

Fit the bottom of the Side Trim under the Bottom
Trim as illusuated.

Secure the Side Trim.

[]

Place one hand between tim two pieces of tape liner
and hold the Side Trim firefly against tim panels

and the side ofthe door.

Pull tim top tape liner tap about 3" (80 ram),
pressing the uim xdth your hand as the adhesive

is exposed to the door. Then pull the bottom
tape liner down ab_)ut 3" (80 ram). Follow the tape

xdth your hand, pressing the trim adhesive against
the door.

Hold tim Side Trim against tim fiont thce of tim
deco_vltor panels and fit the Side Trim under

the Top Trim. Make sure the Side Trim is fitted
correctly and that }_)uare satistied _dth the

appemance of all the paris beti)re pulling the

tape liner.

Continue pulling the tape liner loose, alternating
between the top and bottom and pressing the Side

Trim against the door.

[] Remove the Protective Film From the Outside of the Side Trim.

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Installingandremovingpreviouslyinstalled decoratorpanels.

Removing the Handles

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

_]I,oosen and remove tile 2 screws in the Top Trim.
[_I,oosen and remove the 2 s(rews in the bra(ket that atta( hes the Handle to tile top of the Door.

_] (;rip the Handle fixrely and slide upwards. The keyhole slots on the Handle slide off the buttons on

tile door.

[_] Open the door and slide out the de(orator panels.

TopTrim Screws

BracketScrews
Bracket

Siots

Inserting the Door Panels

Before installing the decoretor panels, make sure they have been routed out in the proper areas as shown in the

beginning of this section. Sfide in the panels to perform a trial fit before fastening down the Handle and TopTrim.

Installing the Handles

Once the panels are fitted properly, install the Handle and TopTrim.

_] Slide tile keyhole slots on tile Handle down onto the buttons mounted to tile face of the door. Slide the

Handle dox_nward until the bracket at the top of the Handle fits flush on the top of the door.

[_ Repla(e the two screws in the bra(ket that atta(h the Handle to the top of the Door and tighten the

s(rews to 45 in-lbs torque.

_] Replace tile Top Trim making suI'e it fits ovei the Side Trim and that tile locating tabs fit the inside of

the Handle profile.

_] Repla( e the Top Trim s( rews and tighten to 30 in-lbs torque. 25

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 supply to the refrigerator is from a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration 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 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 oricemaker 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. Calla qualified plumber to correct

water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
Toprevent burns and product damage, donot hook up the waterline to the hot waterline.

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

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

When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) during instaflafion, 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 YouWillNeed

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 (244cm). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing [about 8feet
(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, shutoffv:dve and fittings listed below) is

available at exua cost fiom your dealer or fiom Pmls and Accessories, 800-626-2002.

:_ Cold water suppl!. The water pressure must be be/ween 40 and 120 p.s.i.

:_Powerdrill.

:_ Copper tubing, l/4" outer dbuneter to connect the refligera/or 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.

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:, TwoI/4" outerdiametercompressionnutsand2ferrules(sleeves)--_oconnect the copper

tubing to the shutoffvalve and the refiigerator water valve.

:, If your existing water line has a flmed fitting at the end, }x)t]will need ml adapter (av:dlable at

ph]mbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the retiigevator OR}_u can _l]t off the
flared fitting with a tube cutterand then use a compression fitting.

:_ Shutoffvalveto connect to the cold water line. The shutoffxvllve should have a water inlet

with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of connecdon to the COLDWATER

LINE.Saddle4ype shutoffxzdves me included in many water supply kits. Beti)re puwhasing,

make sure a saddle4ype valve complies with your local phnnbing codes.

ShutOff theMain WaterSupply

Turn on tile nearest fhucet long enough to clear tlle line ofwater.

Install the Shutoff Valve

Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper
tubing.

[_ Install tile shutoffvalve on tile nearest

fiequemly used drinking water line.

[_ ( hoose a location for the valve that is easily

accessible. It is best to connect into tile side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is necessat T to

connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the
connection/o the top or side, rather than at the

bottom, to ax_)id drawing offany se(fiment flom
the water pipe.

• zp • • • y

Drill a 1/4 hole m the water pipe, using a sharp

L_J ?¢ )"

bit. Remove any burrs resuhing fi'om drilling the
hole in tlle pipe,

[_] Fasten the shutoffvalve to the toM water pipe

Saddle-Type_
ShutoffValve

NOTE:Commonwealthof MassachusettsPlumbingCodes
248CMRshall beadheredto.Saddlevalvesareillegaland

useis notpermittedin Massachusetts.Consultwith your
licensedplumber

PipeClamp_

_dth the pipe clamp.

@Tighten tile clamp screws until tile sealing

washer begins to swell.

Route the Copper Tubing and Connect It to the Shutoff Valve

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

Route the robing through a hole &filed in tile wall
or floor (behind the retiigerator or a(!ja(ent base

(abinet) as dose to the wall as possible.

Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing [about 8
feet (244 cm) 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 fenule (sleeve)
onto the end of the robing and (onne(t it to the

shutoffvalve.

Saddle-TypeShutoffValve

PackingNut

NOTE:Commonwealthof MassachusettsPlumbingCodes
248CMRshall beadheredto.Saddlevalvesareillegaland

useis notpermittedin Massachusetts.Consultwith your
licensedplumber

Washer

/Inlet End

.VerticalColdWaterPipe

..... CompressionNut

errule(sleeve}

OutletValve

Make sure tile robing isflflly inserted into thevalve.
Tighten the (ompression nut se(mely.

TurnOn the Water and Flush Out the Tubing

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

robing until tile water is clear.

_Shut the water offal the water valve after about

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

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Installingthe water line.

Connect the Tubing to the Refrigerator

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

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

soeen of tile refligerator's water valve. Install it in
tile water line near tile retiigerator.

[_] Remove tile plastic flexible cap flOln tile water

valve.

[_ Place tile compression nut and ferrule (slem_e)

onto tile end of the robing as shown.

[_ Insert the end of the copper robing into the

x_vltexvalve connection as flu-as possible. While TubingClamp-,.

holding the robing, tighten the fitting.

[_] Fasten tile (opper [tlbing into tile (lamp Compression_.

provided to h0id it in position. You may Nut
need to PU open tile clamp. Ferrule

Oneof theillustrationsbelowwi// looklikethe connection
onyourrefrigerator

Ferrule 1/4"CompressionNut TubingClamp

/

Tubing

1/4"

Refrig_

Connection

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 it does not
vibrate against the back ofthe refiigerator or against

the wall.

Start the Icemaker

Set tile icemaker tbeler mm to tile ON(dox_ll)
position. The icemaker will not begin to operate

until it reaches its operating/emperamre of 15OF.

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

automatically if the icemaker teeler arm is in the

ON (down) position.

Push tile refiigerator back to tile wall.

NOTE:Theicemakermaydouble-cyclewhenit firststarts,
causingsomewaterspillagefromtheicemakerinto the

icebucket.Thisisnormalandshouldnothappenagain.

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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 etficieno, compressor runs titster and will have a higher pitch hum

or pulsating sound while operating.

Defiost timer and refrigerator control click on and oil

etim circulating air inside the fieezer which keeps the temperatures

throughout.

sound during tlle defiost _)_le.

The flow of refiiget>mt fllrough tile fieezer cooling coils sounds like boiling

during defrost and refrigeration fi)llo_dng defiost.

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

g on the defrost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or popping

or a gurgling noise.

;or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction

the defiost o_cle.

]cemaker

The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water. If the t(eler
arm is in the ON (dox_11)position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up

to water. Keeping the feeler mm in the ON (down) position befine it is hooked up
to water can (hmage the icemaker. To prevent this, raise the teeler 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.

k croaker 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 To Do

Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • W:ti[ about 30 minutes ti)r detiost _ycle 1o end.

operate Freezer control in OFFer 0 • Move tile fieezer conUol to a [emperaUne setting.

position.

Refrigerator is unplugged. • l'ush the plug completely into [lie outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit '*Replace fllse or reset the breaker.

breaker is tripped.

Vibration or rattling Rollers need adjusting. • See Leveling Rollers.

(slight vibration
is normal)

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Beforeyoucall forservice...

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. • Che(k to see ifpa( kage is holding door open.

operating time. They.
start and stop often Hot weather or frequent • This is normal.

tomaintain even door openings.
temperatures.) Temperature controls • See Aboutthe controls.

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

need cleaning.

Freshfood orfreezer Temperature control not set • See About the controls

cold enough.

Warm weather or frequent • Set the temperature control one step (older.

door openings. See About the controls.

Door left open. • Che(k to see if pa(kage is holding door open.

Frost orice crystals Door left open. • ( he(k to see if pa(kage is holding door open.

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

isnormal) door openings.

•Wait 24 hours fi)rthe refiigerator to (ompletely

(ool (1()_11.

• This is normal.

Divider between fresh Automatic energy saver • This helps prevent (ondensation on the outside.
food and freezer system circulates warm

compa_ents feels warm fiquid around front edge

of freezer compartment.

Automaticicemaker Icemaker feeler arm in • Move the feeler arm to the 0N (do_0 position.

the STOP (up) position. • Cubes may have fused to the side of the inold. Move the

feeler am_ to the STOP (up) position, then remove
these (ubes.

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

Freezer compartmenttoo warm. • Wait 24 hours for the refiigerator to (ompletely(eel down.

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

bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Dis(ard old (ubes.
odor/taste

Small or hollow cubes Water filter clogged. • Repla( e fiher (artridge _dth new (artridge or _dth plug.

Food transmltfing odor/taste • Wrap foods well.

to ice cubes.
Interior of refrigerator • See Care and cleaning.

needs cleaning.

Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. • Che(k to see if pa(kage is holding door open.

Temperature control not set • See Aboutthe controls.

cold enough.

Orange glow in Defrost heater is on. • This is normal.