GENERAL ELECTRIC GTR12HBXRCC User Manual

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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . 2, 3

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning of

the refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6

Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . 8-11

Troubleshooting Tips . . . 12-14

Top-Freezer

Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . 12

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Product Registration . . . . . . . . 15, 16

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

Model GTR12

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Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model__________________

Serial __________________

You can find them on a label inside the refrigerator on the upper left side wall.

Refrigerators

350A4502P656

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Instructions

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

■ This refrigerator must be properly installed

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and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

■ Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang

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on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

■ Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer

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compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.

■ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

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vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

■ In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,

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avoid contact with the moving 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 refrigerator is plugged in.

■ Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas;

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clearances between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.

■ Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making

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repairs.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualif ied individual.

■ Turning the control to the OFF position does

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not remove power to the light circuit.

■ Do not refreeze frozen foods which have

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thawed completely.

■ Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the

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refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.)

DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

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■ Take off the doors.

■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not

easily climb inside.

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

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

However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

Refrigerants

All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with the company handling the disposal about what to do.

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WARNING!

HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

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 power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.

When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS

Adapter plugs are not permitted in Canada.

Instructions

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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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About the control on the refrigerator.

The temperature control on your refrigerator regulates the temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments. Initially set the control to the mid-setting as shown.

Adjust the control one increment at a time, and allow 12 hours

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MAXMIN

after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you set.

Control Settings

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The temperature control maintains the temperature in both the fresh food and freezer compartments. Setting the control at MIN is the warmest setting. Setting the control at MAX is the coldest setting.

After changing the control, allow 12 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.

Control settings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and operating conditions, and may require more than one adjustment.

Troubleshooting Tips

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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

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Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean

cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid dish detergent. Dry with a clean, soft cloth.

Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue 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 f inish.

Cleaning the Inside

To help prevent odors, leave an open box

of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer compartments.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.

If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.

Use warm water and baking soda solution— about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.

Other parts of the refrigerator—including door gaskets, fruit and vegetable drawers, and all plastic parts—can be cleaned the same way.

Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the refrigerator is a high quality, baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust free for years. Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax when the refrigerator is new, and then at least twice a year.

Defrost water pan. The non-removable pan is located under the compressor at the rear of the refrigerator. It should be cleaned at least once a year. Move the refrigerator out from the wall as far as necessary, and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Let the compressor cool before cleaning the pan. Use a clean cloth or sponge dampened in warm water and baking soda solution—one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. Do not use cleansing powders, abrasive cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing chlorides.

Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher.

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After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape. Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners.

Behind the Refrigerator

Once a year, move the refrigerator out and vacuum the back coils. Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces.

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Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in. Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to the floor covering or refrigerator.

When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t roll over the power cord.

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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Replacing the Light Bulb

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Moving the control beyond the MIN position does not remove power to the light circuit.

The bulb is located behind the shield in the back wall.

Unplug the refrigerator. Remove shelves. Remove the screw.

Gently remove the light shield by inserting a flat blade screwdriver into the slot at the top of the shield and pop it off.

Preparing for Vacation

For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Move the control beyond the MIN position, and clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water. Leave the doors open.

Replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage (15 Watt maximum).

Insert the tab at the bottom of the light shield into the light bulb housing and snap it into place.

Replace the screw.

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Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.

Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.

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Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

Model GTR12

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

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IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for

local inspector’s use.

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IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes

and ordinances.

• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for

future reference.

• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time – Refrigerator Installation

15 minutes Reversing the Door Swing 1 hour

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.

CLEARANCES

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections.

• Sides 1” (2.5 cm)

• Top 4” (10.2 cm)

• Back 2” (5 cm) from the coiling on the back to the wall

To help with proper spacing and ventilation, make sure the metal spacer or twist-on rubber bumper (at the back of some models) is in place.

LEVELING LEGS

Adjustable legs at the front corners of the refrigerator

should be set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor, and the front is raised just enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway.

To adjust the leveling legs, turn the legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 55°F (13°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures.

• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded.

• Do not install it closer than 5” (13 cm) next to a range.

To raise the refrigerator

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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

IMPORTANT NOTES

REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

When reversing the door swing:

• Read the instructions all the way through before starting.

• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors.

IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed.

These instructions are for changing the hinges from the right side to the left side—if you ever want to change the hinges back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all references to left and right.

Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.

Empty all door shelves.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Remove the hinge cover, screws (some models have lock washers with each screw), top hinge and shim (if included).

Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the outside up.

NOTE: On some models, when removing the door, watch for washer(s) between the center hinge and the bottom of the freezer door that may stick to the door. Do not lose.

CAUTION:Do not let door drop

to the floor. To do so could damage the door stop.

5/16” Socket driver

Phillips screwdriver

Thin-blade screwdriver

Masking tape

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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR

Tape the door shut with masking tape. Remove the center hinge and shim by removing

the screws (some models have lock washers with each screw). Lift up the hinge to remove it.

NOTE: Some models have a washer between the center hinge and the top of the fresh food door. Do not lose.

Remove the tape holding the door shut. Lift the fresh food door up and off the bottom hinge.

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TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT

Using a flat blade screwdriver, remove the plug button and hinge hole cover. Be careful of the paint finish.

Reinstall the hinge hole cover and the plug button on the right side by inserting it into the holes vacated by the top hinge screws.

Reassemble the top hinge (and shim) on the left side, turning the screws just enough to hold the hinge in place.

Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching surface. NOTE: On some models, when removing the door,

watch for washer(s) between the bottom hinge and the bottom of the fresh food door that may stick to the door. Do not lose.

CAUTION:Do not let door drop

to the floor. To do so could damage the door stop.

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TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE TO THE LEFT

To access the bottom hinge, move the refrigerator so it is 30” from a wall. Then carefully tip the refrigerator back until it rests against the wall.

CAUTION:Be sure that the coils

on the back of the refrigerator do not rest against the wall. Doing so could damage the coils.

30”

Remove the screws (some models have washers with each screw), leveling leg and bottom hinge from the right side. Remove the leveling leg from the left side of the cabinet and install it in the right side.

REHANG THE FRESH FOOD DOOR

If washers were used with hinges, make sure they are in place on the bottom hinge. Place the fresh food door on the bottom hinge, close the door and tape it in place with masking tape.

With a flat blade screwdriver, remove the plug button from the left side (top of door) and install on the right.

Reassemble the bottom hinge on the left side.

NOTE: The leveling legs are not interchangeable.

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INSTALL CENTER HINGE ON THE LEFT

Remove the three plug buttons on the left side and install them on the right. Remove the mullion screw on the left side with a Phillips screwdriver and install on the right.

Install the center hinge on the left side with the screws, spacer and washer(s) (on some models) that you removed in Step 2.

REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR

With a flat blade screwdriver, remove the plug button from the left side (top of door) and install on the right.

Place the freezer door on the center hinge over the pin.

Raise the top hinge by hand and insert the top hinge pin into the hole in the door. Then swing the door shut.

Remove the tape holding the door shut.

CAUTION:When assembled correctly,

the hinge is tight against the cabinet.

ATTENTION: The screws must be properly tightened.

Turn the screws until snug. Then tighten the screws a minimum of 1/2 turn using both hands.

ALIGN THE DOORS

Align the freezer door with the fresh food door so that the gap between the doors is even.

Tighten the top hinge screws by turning them until snug. Then turn the screws a minimum of 1/2 turn using both hands.

Install the hinge cover over the top hinge.

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