GENERAL ELECTRIC PTS25SHSSS, PTS25LHSCC, PTS25LHSBB, PTS22SHSSS, PTS22LHSWW User Manual

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Safety Instructions

Adapter Plugs .................... 3

(_onnect Electficiw ................ 3

Extension Cords .................. 2

Proper Disposal ................... 2

Safetv Precautions ................. 2

Operating Instructions

Additional Features ................ 9

Aurora atic Icemaker . ............. ] 0

Controls ...................... 4-5

Crispers and Pans .............. 9, 10

Shehes and Bins ................ 7, 8

VVamr Dispenser ................. 11

_'ater Filter ...................... 6

Care and Cleaning .............. 11

Replacing the Light Bulbs ......... 12

Installation Inslruc_tions

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator .................. 13

Reversing the Door Swing ...... 18-22

_'amr Line Installation ......... 14--18

Troubleshooting Tips ......... 24-26

Nomml Operating Sounds ......... 23

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ........ Back Co_r

Performance Data Sheet ........... 27

Stare of Calitbmia _"ater

Treammnt Device Certificam ....... 28

_'anantv for Canadian Customers . . .29

VVanantv tbr U.S. Customers ....... 30

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Find these numbers on the gray label on the lett side, near the top of the refl'igera tot compartment.

Models 22,25

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

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

SAFETYPRECAUtiONS

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

This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with tile lnstallaOon

InstrucOons befiwe it is used.

Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on tile shelves in tile retiJgei'atoi: They could

damage tile refl_igerator and serhmsly injm'e themseh'es.

Do not touch tile cold sm'fi_ces in tile fl'eezer compartment when hands are damp or wet.

Skin mm stick to these extremely coM suHi_ces.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

\'ape,s and liquids in tile vicinity of this or any

other appliance.

In refl_igerato_s with automatic icemake_, avoid contact with tile moving parts of tile

ejector mechanism, or with the heaOng element located on tile bottom ot tile icemake_:

Do not place finge_ or hands on tile automaOc icemaking mechanism while tile reii_igerator

is plugged in.

Keep finge_s out of tile "pinch point" areas; clearances between tile doms and between

tile doms and cabinet are necessarily small. Be carefifl closing doo_s when children are

in the area.

Uni)lug tile refrigerator beflwe cleaning and making repai_.

NOTE: Westrongly recommendthatanyservicingbe

performedby a quafifiedindividual

SetOng tile controls to tile 0 (Off) posiOon does not remove power to tile light circuit. On some

models, only tile refrigerator control has a

0 (off) setOng.

Do not reti'eeze fi'ozen fi_ods which have thawed completely:

DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

Child entral)inent and suffocation are not

problems of tile past. Jtmked or abandoned

refrigerators are still dangerous...even if they

will sit fiw "just a tew da):s." If you are getting

rid of yore" old reffigerato_; please follow tile

instrucOons below to help prevent accidents.

Before YouThrowAway YourOld RefrigeratororFreezer:

Take off tile doms.

Refrigerants

M1 refl-igeraOon products contain refi_igerants, which under federal law must be removed prior

to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refi_igera0on product, check with tile company

handling tile disposal about what to do.

I,eave tile shelxes in place so that children

mm not easilx climb inside.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

Howe\'eI; if you IlltlSt use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a IL)i,-listed (ii1 tile United Stares) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding _'pe appliance extension cord having a gromMing

type plug and outlet and that tile electrical ra0ng of tile cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

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WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

Donot, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For

personal safetg this appliance must be properly grounded.

The power cord ot this appliance is equii)ped

with a 3-prong (gromMing) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (gromMing) wall outlet

to minimize the possibili F of electric shock hazard fl'om this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and ci_vuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet

is properly gromMed. If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet,

it is yore" personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grotmded

3-prong wall outlet.

The reli_igerator should alwa D be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has

a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best pedbmmnce and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire hazard fl'om overheated wires.

Never tmi)lug yore" refl_igerator by pulling on the power cord. Mwa):s grip plug firefly and pull

straight out fl'om the outlet.

]?,el)air or replace immediately all power cords that have become fl'aved or othe_vise damaged.

Do not use a cord that shows ci'acEs or abi'asion damage along its length or at either end.

X_]mn moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be carefifl not to roll over or damage the

power cord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Ad pterplug notpermittedin

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

However; if win, must use an adapter; where local codes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made

to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use of a UIAisted adapter a\:filable at most local

hardware stores,

The linger slot in the adapter must be aligned Mth the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper

polarity in the connection of the power cord.

When discom_ecting the power cord from the

adapte_, 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 ground temfinal is very likely to break with repeated use.

If the adapter grotmd temfinal breaks, DO NOT USE the refl'igerator until a proper ground has been

established.

Attachingthe adaptergroundterminalto a walloutlet coverscrewdoesnotgroundtheapplianceunlessthe

coverscrewis metal,andnot insulated,andthewall outlet isgroundedthroughthehousewiring. Youshould

havethe circuitcheckedbyaquafifiedelectriciantomake suretheoutlet isproperlygrounded.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe controlsontherefrigerator.

Thecontrols will look like one of the following:

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Initially, set the refrigerator control at5 and the freezer control at 5 and allow 12-24hours for the temperature to stabilize.

Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one

increment at a time, and allow 12hours after each adjustment for

the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set. Setting the controls to # stops cooling in both the refrigerator and

freezer compartments but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. Onsome models, only the refrigerator control has a #setting.

Touchpad controls

* Setting either control at 0 will automatically set the other control at O.

Thezeros will blink until you set the controls.

* If both controls are set at 0 and either COLDERpad ispressed, the

controls will automatically reset to 5.

Controlsettingswill varybasedonpersonalpreferences, usageand

operatingconditionsandmay require more than oneadjustment.

Locking the Controls (onsomemodels)

This feature allcm:s you to lock the controls so the settings cannot be changed.

Tolockthe controls:

0 Set the controls to the desired settings.

Press and hold the lock pad ti)r

3 seconds.

_]_en the controls are locked, the indicator light will come on and the control settings will not be displayed.

Tounlock the controls:

Press and hold the lock pad tin" 3 seconds. ?dter unlocking the controls, the settings

will be displayed, the lock indicator light will go out and the settings can be changed.

Aboutthe temperaturecontrols, www.GEAppliances.com

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and O°Ffor the freezer compartment. Allow24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.

The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature

as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer.

The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET

temperature based on usage and operating environment.

Setting either or both controls to OFFstops cooling in both the

freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off

electrical power to the refrigerator. NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering

the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.

Tochange the temperature, press and release the

WARMER or COLDERpad. Tile SETlight will come

on and tile display will show tile set temi)eramre. To change the temperature, tap either the

WARMER or COLDERpad until tile desired

telnl)erature is displayed. ReflJgei'ator telnl)eratures

can be a(!iusted between 34°F and 44°F and tile fl'eezer teinperatures can be ac!iusted between

-6°F and +6°E

Once the desired temperature has been set, the temperature display will return to the actual

refiJgerator and fl'eezer teinperatures after 5 seconds. Several a(!jusnnents may be required.

Each dine yotl a(!itlSt controls, allow 24 hotlrs tk)r tile refl_gerator to reach tile temperatm'e you have set.

Toturn the cooling system off, tap tile WARMER pad

for either the refl_gerator or the fl'eezer tmtil the

display sho_vs OFF Toturn the unit back on,press tile

COLDERpad fin" either tile refrigerator or fl'eezer

The SETlight will illuminate on the side w)u selected. Then press the COLDERpad again (on the

side where the SErlight is illuminated) and it will go to the preset points ot O°Ftor the fl'eezer and

37°Ftor the reti_igeratox: Setting either or both controls to OFFstops cooling in both the fl'eezer

and reflJgerator compartments, but does not shut off' electrical power to tile refl_gerator

Locking the Controls (onsomemodels)

This feature allo_vs you to lock tile controls so the settings cmmot be changed.

Tolock the controls:

0 Set tile controls to tile desired settings.

Press and hold tile lock pad fi)r 3 seconds.

When tile controls are locked, tile indicator

light will come on and tile control settings

will not be displayed.

Tounlock the controls:

Press and hoM tile lock pad fin" 3 seconds.

_Mter tmlocking tile controls, tile settings will be displayed, the lock indicator light

will go out and the settings can be changed.

Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemodels)

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located inside tile cartridge holder in the back upper right

corner of the refrigerator c(mlpartment.

NOTE:Some models ship with the filter bypass plug in place of the filter cartridge.

The filter byl)ass plug needs U) be removed betore the filter cartridge is installed. Keep

the filter bypass I_lug fiw flmu'e use.

When to Replace the Filter

The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or earlier if the flow ot

water to the icemaker and dispenser decreases.

Installing theFilter Cartridge

0 If }ou are replacing the cartridge,

fi_t remove the old one. To open the

cartridge cove_; push in where indicated and the cover will drop down.

@ Remo_e the cartridge b) slowl) rotating

it to the left. A small amount of water

may drip down.

CAUTION_ If air has been

trapped in the system, the filter cartridge may be eiected as it is remoxed. Use caution

when i'elllO_,in )"

Mark yore" calendar to remind you to

replace the filter cartridge in six months.

@ Remove the protective fi)il fl'om the end

of the cartridge.

Position the cartridge inside the

cartridge holder and slowl) rotate the

cartridge to the right tmfil it stops. _A]_en the cartridge is properly installed,

you will feel it "click" as it locks into place. The blade on the end of the

cartridge should be positioned

xertically: Do not overtighten.

O Close the cartridge cove_;

@ Run water fl'om the dispenser fi)r

3 minutes (about 1½ galhms) to clear

tile system and prevent sputtering. See 7"0Use the l)isponser section.

NOTE:A newlxqnstalled water filter cartridge may cause water to spurt flom the dispensex:

Filter Bypass Plug

Y)u must use the filter b)pass plug

when a replacement filter cartridge is not awfilable. The dispenser and the icemaker

will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug.

Replacement Filters

Toorderadditionalfiltercartridges

in theUnitedStates,visitourWebsite,

www.GEAppliances.com,orcall GEPartsandAccessories,800.626.2002.

Filter Model (;S_4'F Suggested Retail Price $34.95 USD

C/IstollleI_ in Canada should constllt the yellow pages tot the nearest Camco

Service Center:

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Not all features are on all models.

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Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in the same mamTer.

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Rearranging the Shelves

Shel'_es in the refi_gerator and freezer (On_l)artments are a(!iustnble.

Refrigerator Compartment

Toremove:

0 Tilt the shelf up at the fl'ont.

I,ift the shelf u I) at the back and

bring the shelf out.

To replace:

0 _'_hile tilting the shelf up, insert the top

hook at the back of the shelf in a slot

on the track.

I,ower the fi'ont of the shelf tmtil the

bottom of the sheff locks into place.

Freezer Compartment

Toremove:

I,ifl up the left side of the shelf and

slide it left into the center of the shelf

SUl)l)OXlS.

0 Rotnte the right side of the shelf up and

out of the shelf sui)ports.

Toreplace:

0 Holding the shelf diagonall}_ insert the

left end of the shelf into the center of

the shelf SUl)poxls on the side wall at the desired level.

Insert the right end of the shelf into the

shelf supports at the same level. Rest

each end of the shelf on the bottom of the shelf suI)ports,

NOTE."Formodelswith an automatic icemaker,

the freezershelf must be in the lower position fortheice cube bucketto catch thecubes.

Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)

SI)illproof shelves have sl)e(ial edges to hel I) prexent spills fi'om dripl)ing to lower

shelves. To remme or replace the shelves,

seeRearrangingtheShelves.

Abouttheshelvesandbins (cont.).

Sfide-Out Spil/proof Shelf (onsomemodels)

The slide-out si_illproof shelf allows )ou To replace: to reach items stored behind othe_. The

special edges are designed to help prexent _ Place the rear shelf tnbsjust in fl'ont of

' ' the central notches on the shelf fl'ame.

spills from dripping to lower shelxes.

To remove: 0 Slide the shelf in until the central tnbs

are slightly behind the front bar.

Remove all items from sheltl

Slide the sheff out tmfil it stops.

0 I,ifi the fl'ont edge of the shelf tmtil the

central tnbs are above the fl'ont bin;

0 Continue pulling the shelf fiwward

tmtil it can be removed,

I,ower the shelf into place tmtil it is

horizontnl and slide the shelf in.

Make sure that the shelf sits fiat after relbsta//at/on anddoesn'tmovefreely fromside to side.

Make sure youpushtheshelvesall the way in before youclose the door

,Fingerhold

,,Snugger

Adjustable Bins on the Door

A(!iustnble bins can easily be carried ti'om

i'etiJg-ei'ator 1o work aI'ea,

To remove: i,ifi bin straight up, then

pull out,

To replace or relocate: Engage the bin in the

molded supports of the dora; and push in. Bin will lock in place.

The snuggerhelps prevent tipping, spilling

or sliding of small items stored on the door shelf. (h_ip the finger hold near the rear of

the snugger and move it to fit w)ur needs.

Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door

To remove: Lift the shelf straight up, then

pull out.

To replace:Engage the shelf in the molded

supports on the door and push down.

It will lock in place.

Freezer Tilt Out Bin (onsomemodels)

Push the button as you tilt out the bin.

To remove: Hold the sides of the bin and

lift it straight up, then pull out.

Toreplace:Engage the ends of the bin in

the molded supports on the door and

push down. It will lock in place.

NOTE."Do not overload the bin

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Not all features are on all models.

Shelf Saver Rack (onsomemodels)

Slide-out beverage rack holds 19 cans of soda ()r _2_m_e/water" bottles (lengthwise).

It can be remoxed fin" cleaning.

Toremove, slkle the rack out to the stop

position, lift the rack up and past the stop

position and lift it out.

Aboutthe crispersandpans.

Not all features are on all models.

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Fruit and Vegetable Crisper

Excess water that may accumulate in the

bottom of the (h'awe_ or trader the (h'awe_

should be wiped dry.

Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)

Slide the control all the wm to the Slide the control all the wm to the LOW

HIGHsetting to provide high humidity .setfin.-_to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most vegetnbles, recommended fin" most fl'uits.

Snack Pan (onsomemodels)

This pan can be moxed to the most tlsefl/1

location for yore" fimfily's needs.

Toremove, slide the pan out to the stop

position, lift the pan ul) and past the stop position and lift it ()tit.

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Adjustable Temperature Deft Pan (onsomemodels)

_\ hen the pan is placed in the top 6 slots The settings can be a(!iusted any_d_ere

on the left side and the lever is set at between cold , and coldest 1_ _. COLDEST,air fl'om the fl'eezer is fi)rced

around the pan to kee I) it _ela,, cold. _,_hen set at cold, the pan will stn} at the

ilonnal reflJgerator teml)erature.

You can moxe the pan to am location if

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you don't want the extra cold storage. The coldest setting )roxides the coldest

stoI'a( e _1I'e_l.

Aboutcrisperremoval

Not all features are on all models.

Crisper Removal

To Remove:

These drawers can be removed easily b) lifting up slighfl) while pulling the drawer

past the stop location.

When the door cannot be fully opened,

rein eve the dra wet ti_rth est from the door first, Make sure the drawer closest to the

door is fifllv closed, There is a latch at the front of the center slide rail, Push down on

the latch and slide the center slide rail, to

which the drawer is attached, a_;ly fl'om the

dooY P,elnove the drawer

Abouttheautomaticicemaker.

A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice.

P0werSwitch

Green/ _ /4r PowerLight FeelerArm

Automatic Icemaker (on some models)

The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle---al)l)roMmately ] O0-130 cubes

in a 94-hour period, depending on fl'eezer COlill)al'tl/lent telill)el'attll'e _i'OOlil

teml)eratm'e, number of door openings and other use conditions.

If the refl_igerator is operated before the

water connect.ion is made to the icemakex; set the power switch to 0 (Off),

When the refl_igerator has been connected

to the water SUl)l)l); set the power switch to I (on), The green light will come on.

The icemaker will fill with water when it

cools to ] 5°F. A newl)qnstalled refrigerator

may take 12 to 24 horus to begin making ice cubes.

You will hear a buzzing sound each time

the icemaker fills with watex;

Throw awax the fixst tew batches of ice to allow the water line to cleax:

Be sure nothing intex_bres with the sweep of the teeler amx.

&&]_enthe bin fills to the level of the teeler axm, the icemaker will stop producing ice.

It is nom_al fin" several cubes to be joined togethex:

If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.

If ice cubes get stuck in the icemakex; the green power light will blink. To correct this,

set the power switch to 0 (off) and remove the cubes. Set the l)ower switch to I (on) to

restart the icemakex:

_dter the icemaker has been turned on again, there will be a delay of about 45

minutes betore the icemaker resumes operations.

NOTE: In homes with lower-than-averagewater

pressure, you may hearthe icemaker cyclemultiple

times when makingone batch of ice.

Icemaker Accessory Kit

If your refligerator did not come ah'ead_ equil)l)ed with an automatic icemakex,

an icemaker accessor_ kit is ax filable at

extra cost.

Check the back of the refligerator fi)r the specific icemaker kit needed fin.

VOIII" model.

Aboutthe water dispenser.(onsomemodels) www.GEAppliances.com

Tile water dispenser is located on tile left

wall inside tile reiiJgerator COlllpartl/lent.

To dispense water:

0 Hold tile glass against tile recess.

O Push tile water dispenser button.

O Hold tile glass underneath tile

dispenser tor 2-3 seconds afier

releasing tile dispenser button. X_'ltei" Inav contintle to dispense

after tile button is released.

If no water/s dispensedwhen the refrl)erator is fkst installed, theremay be al?in the water line system.

Pressthe dlspenserbutton for at /east 2 minutes to removetrappedair fromthe water line and tofill the

watersystem. Duringthis process,thedispenser

noise maybe loud asthe air ispurged from the

water line system.Toflushout impurities in the water line, throw away the fkst 6 glassfuls of water

NOTE: Toavoid water deposits, the &spenser should be cleaned periodically by wiping with a clean cloth or sponge.

Careand cleaning ofthe refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The doorhandles and trim. Clean with

a cloth dampened with soapy watex: D_T with a soft cloth.

Keep the outside clean. X_]I)e with a clean cloth lightly danq)ened with mild liquid dish detergent. D_T with a clean, soft cloth.

Do not wipe therefn)erator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel Thesemay leavea residuethat

can erodethepain£ Donot usescouringpads, powdered cleaners,bleach orcleanerscontaining bleachbecausetheseproductscanscratchand

weakenthepaint finish.

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box at

baking soda in tile refl_igerator and fl'eezer

comi)artHlents.

Unplugthe refrigerator before cleaning.

If this is not i)ractical, wring excess moisture ()lit of sponge or cloth when cleaning

around switches, lights or controls. Lrse waml _mr and baking soda solution--

about a tablesi)oon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of wam_: This both cleans

and neutralizes odm_. Thoroughly rinse and wipe dry:

Avoid cleaningcolflglass shelves(on somemodels)

with hot water becausethe extreme temperature difference maycausethem tobreal_ Handleglass shelvescarefully Bumping temperedg/asscan

causeit to shatter Do not wash anyrefn_Teretorparts in the dishwasher

Washice trays in lukewarmwater only--do notput

themin an automaticdishwasher

Behind the Refrigerator

Be carefifl when moving tile reii_igerator

away fi'om tile wall. _M1types of floor

coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with

eillbossed Stli'][il ces.

Pull tile reli_igerator straight out and return

it to position by i)ushing it straight in.

Moving tile reflJgerator in a side direction

may result in damage to tile floor covering

or refrigerator.

Whenpushing therefn)erator back,makesure you

don't roll over thepower cordor icemakersupply

fine{onsome models).

Preparing for Vacation

For long Vacations oF absen(es_ i'eillOVe

food and mq)lug tile refiigerator. Move

tile fl'eezer control to tile 0 (Off)position,

and clean tile interior with a baking soda solution ot one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (l liter) of water:

i,eave the doot_ open.

Set tile icemaker power switch to tile 0 (off)

position and shut off tile water supply to

tile refrigerator.

If tile mmperamre can drop below ti'eezing,

have a qualified se_Mcer drain tile water

suI)ply systeln (on seine Inodels) to prevent

serious i)roperF damage due to flooding.

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as base grille, shelves and (h'awe_ by taping them secm'ely in place to prevent damage.

Besuretherefngeretorstaysinanuprightposition duringmowbg / /

Replacingthe lightbulbs.

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

Refrigerator Compartment

CAUTION:Li h,b./bsmaybehot

O Unplug the reli_igerann: O The bulbs are located at the top of

the refi_gerator comi)artn_ent near the opening. On some models, a light

shield will have to be removed.

O To remove the light shield, grasp the

shield as shown. Squeeze the shield and rotate the shield toward the back

ot the reffigeratm: The light shield

will pop out.

O Replace the bulb with an appliance

bulb of the same or h_wer wattage. On models with a light shield, replace

the light shield.

O Plug the reti_igerator back in.

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Freezer Compartment Light (onsomemodels)

CAUTION:Li h,b.lbsmaybehot

Unl)lug the refl-igeratm:

O The bulb is located behind a light

shield at the back of the fl'eezer

COlilpai'tlilent, To I'elIlOVe_ squeeze the top and bottom ot the shield and

pull the shield off.

O _dtei" replacing with an appliance bulb

of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

Freezer Compartment Dome Light (onsomemodels)

CAUTION:L, h,b./b m.ybe

Unl)lug the refiigeratm:

The bulb is h)cated at the top ot the

fl'eezer compartment inside the dome

light shield. To remove the shield, place yore" finger in the pocket at the back

of the shield. Pull the shield tin'ward

After replacing with an appliance

bulb of the same or h)wer watta *e replace the shield.

0 Plug the refrigerator back in.

and down.

Installation

Instructions

Refrigerator

Models 22 and25

Questions?Call800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)or VisitomX_ebsite_,t:www.GEAppliances.com

In Canada,call 1.800.361.3400or Visit,,mX_ebsite_,t:www.geappliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully,

• IMPORTANT - S_,,ethese

inst_ uctions fin" local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Obs.,e_,ll

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Besure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer - KeeI) these instructions

ti,I" fllture reference.

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

• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

15 minutes

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer,

• Product thihu'e due to improper installation is not covered trader the _',rrantv,

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (ON SOME MODELS)

If the reli'igerator has an icemaker, it will have to be connected to a cold water line, AGE water sui)ply kit

(containing robing, shutoff wflve, fittings and

insttuctions) is available at extra cost fl'om votu" dealer, by visiting otu" X_'ebsite at www, GFAppliances,com (in Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and

Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refl'igeramr where the temperature

will go below 60°F (l 6°C) because it will not run otten

enough to maintain proper temperatures.

• Do not install the refrigerator where the temi)erature will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not i)erfl)rm properly.

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

CLEARANCES

Mlow the fi)llowing clearances fin" ease of installation, proper air circulation and pluml)ing and electrical

connections:

• Sides 1/8" (4 ram)

• Top 1" (25 ram)

• Back 1" (25 ram) If the refl_igerator is against a wall on either side, allow

a 1/8" (3 Ulln) door clearance.

ROLLERS

The rollers have 3 purposes:

• Rollers a(!just so the doo_ close on their own when opened about 45 °.

• Rolle_ a(!lust so the reflJgerator is firefly positioned on the floor and does not wobble.

• Rollers allow ) ou to move the refrigerator awa) fl'om the wall fin" cleaning,

To adjust the rollers:

0 Rem,,,ethe b'_,seg,_lleb,, II II

i,,,sitionin h mds ,sshown...... II

Rot;,te the bottoin of the _x.k_ _41

0 g,_lle,,._w_.-d.n.1theclips_\ II

refrigerator: _2,_€"

Using a screwdriver; turn _ the two fl'ont roller

a(!justing screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator,

comlterclockwise to lower it,

O Replace the grille so the

notch in the grille will fit

around the bottom door

hinge.

Tilt the top of the grille

toward the refrigerator and insert the long metal clips into the top of the owfl

openings at the bottom of

the reliJgerato_:

Rotate the bottom of the grille toward the refrigerator

until it snaps into place.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE CONSOMEMODELS)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Recommended COl)per water supply kits are WX8X2, _'_X8X3 or _,_X8X4, depending on the amom_t of tubing you need. Approved plastic water sui)ply lines are GE SmartConnect'" Refrigerator Tubing

(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and

WX08X10025). When COlmecting your refl'igerator to a GE Reverse

Oslnosis _4'ater Systenl, the only approved installation is with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water

systems, tollow the manufi_cturer's recommendations. This water line installation is not warranted by the

refrigerator or icemaker manufi_cturer. Follow these inst_ uctions carefidlv to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

_4ater halnlner (water banging in the pipes) in house i)lmnbing can cause damage to refl'igerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified l)lmnber to correct water hammer before installing

the water supply line to the refl'igerator. To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook

up the water line to the hot water line.

If you use your refl'igerator betore connecting the water line, make sm'e the icemaker power switch is

in the 0 (off) position. Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where

temperatm'es tall below freezing. When using any electrical device (such as a power

drill) during installation, be sm'e the device is double insulated or grotmded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock, or is batte_ T powered.

All installations must be in accordance with local i)lulnbing code requirelnents.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Copper or GE SmartConnect '_' Refrigerator Tubing

kit, l/4" outer diameter to connect the reli'igerator

to the water sui)i)ly. If using coppe_; be sm'e both ends of the tubing are cut square.

To determine how much tubing you need: measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the

refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8' (2.4 m). Be sure there is sulticient extra tubing

(about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refl'igerator to

Inove out ti'oln the wall after installation.

GE SmartConnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing Kits are available in the following lengths: 2' (0.6 m) - _43X08X10002 6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10006

15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015

25' (7.6 m) - WX08X10025 Be sure that the kit w)u select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)

as described above.

NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that

supplied in GE SmartComaect '_' Refrigerator Tubing kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line because the line is under pressure at all times. Certain

types of plastic will crack or rupture with age mad cause water dmnage to your home.

Installation Instructions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra

cost frmn your dealer or fl'om Parts and Accessories,

800.626.2002.

• A cold water supply. The water pressure must be

between 2(1 and 12(1 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).

• Power drill.

• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.

• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.

• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and

2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valxe and the refrigerator water valve.

• If you are using a (;E Smmt(;onnect' Refrigerator

Tubing kit, the necessai T fittings are preassembled to the tubing

• If your existing COl)per water line has a flared fitting

at the end, you will need an adapter (a\:filable at plmnbing SUl)ply stores) to connect the water line to the refl'igerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting

with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.

Do not cut limned end fl'om GE SmartConnect '_ Refl'igerator tubing.

• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.

The shutoff wflve should have a water inlet with a minimmn inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of

connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff wflves are included in many water supply kits. getOre l)urchasing, inake sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plmnbing codes.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line.

[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest fimcet hmg enough to clear the line of water.

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location fl_r the valve that is easily

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

into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection

to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing off anv sediment fl'om the

water pipe.

[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

Drill a l/4" hole in the water pipe (even it using a sell=piercing \_flve) using a sharp bit. Remove any burrs resulting fl'om drilling the hole in the pipe.

Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill. Faihu'e to drill a 1/4" hole may result in reduced

ice I)roduction or slnaller cubes.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutott xalxe to the cold water pipe with tile pipe clamp.

PipeClamp_

Saddle-TypeJ -VerticalCold ShutoffValve WaterPipe

NOTE: (;ommonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle \zdves

are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with wmr licensed i)lumber.

[]

TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

Tighten tile clamp screws until tile sealing washer begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may c_ush tile

tubing.

Washer

Pipe

Clamp

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Route tile tubing between tile cold water line and tile refl'igera tot.

Route tile tubing through a hole drilled in tile wall or floor (behind tile refrigerator or ac!jacent base

cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.

NOTE: Be sm'e there is stflticient extra tubing

(about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refl'igerator to

move out fl'om the wall alter installation.

[]

CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE

Place tile compression nut and fish ule (sleeve)

fi_r COl)per tubing onto tile end of tile tubing and

connect it to the shutoff wdve.

Make sure tile tubing is flflly inserted into tile valve.

Tighten the compression nut secm'elv.

D_r plastic tubing fl'om a (kE SmartConnect ''_

Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end

of the robing into the shutoff wflve and tighten

compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then tighten

one additional mrn with a wrench. Overtightening

III_IV Catlse leaks,

Saddle-Type ShutoffValve ,_

?ression

Nut

SmartConnect_

Tubing

Packing Nut--

Outlet Valve-- -- Ferrule (sleeve)

NOTE: COllllllonwealth of Massachusetts Phllllbing

Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves

are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.

Consult with yore" licensed plumbe_:

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Tm'n tile main water sui_i)lv on and flush out tile

tubing until tile water is clear.

Shut tile water ott at tile water valve alter about

one quart (l liter) of water has been flushed

through tile tubing.

Installation Instructions

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR

NOTES:

• getore making tile connection to tile reti'igerator,

be sure tile refl'igerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.

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

the screen of the refl'igerator's water wdve. Install it in the water line near the refrigerator. If using

GE Smart(_onnect '_ Refl'igerator Tubing kit, you

will need an additional tube (WX08X10009) to

connect tile filter. Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.

Reillo',e tile access co_,ei ",

Remove tile plastic flexible cap from tile water xalve

(refrigerator connection).

Place tile compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as shown. On GE

Smart(_onnecff" Refl'igerator Tubing kit, tile nuts are ah'eadv assembled to tile tubing.

Insert tile end of tile tubing into tile water wdve connection as thr as possible. While holding the

tubing, tighten tile fitting. For plastic tubing fl'om a GE Smart(:mmect ''_

Refl'igerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of tile tubing into tile shutoff \;dve and tighten

compression nut tmtil it is hand tight, then tighten one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening

Ill'IV CatlSe leaks.

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp provided to hold it in a vertical position. You may need to PU open

the clamp. One of the illustrations below wiU look like the

connection on your refrigerator,

Icemaker Models without Water Dispenser

1/4"Tubing

SmartC_ Tubing

Water DispenserModels

TubingClamp...

)nNut

(sleeve)

- Refrigerator Connection

1/4"Tubir

1/4"CompressionNut,

Refrig

SmartConnect_ Tubing

[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE

SHUTOFF VALVE

Tighten am connections that leak.

Reattach tile access cover.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

__rranoe the coil ot tubing so that it does not _ibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refl'igerator back to the wall.

START THE ICEMAKER

Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on) position. The icemaker will not begin to operate until it

reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below. It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the I (0/1)position.

NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water xalxe may turn on up to 3 times to delixer

enough water to the icemake_:

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

IMPORTANT NOTES

_'hen re\'e_ing the door swing:

• Read the instructions all the way through befin'e sta rting.

• Handle parts careflfllv to awfid scratching paint.

• Set screws down bv their related parts to aw)id using

them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratching work surtace tk_r the doors.

IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until doo>swi_g reversal is completed.

These instructions are for changing the hinges from the right side to the left side>--if w_u ever want to change

the hinges back to the right side, follow these same instt ucfions and reverse all reterences to left and right.

Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet. Empty all door shelves, including the dairy

compartment.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Phillipsscrewdriver

Puttyknifeor

thin-bladescrewdriver

5/16" Headsocketdriver

3/4" Headsocketdriver

(a6-pointsocketis

recommended)

Maskingtape

Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

%q_e the door shut with nmsking tape.

Remoxe the hinge coxer on top of the fl'eezer door

(on some models).

]lemoxe the two screws, then lilt the hinge strai_*ht ui ) to fl'ee the hinge, pin fl'om the socket in the top

of the doo_:

Remove the tape and tilt the door awav fl'om the cabinet, i,ifl it otf the center hinge pin.

Set the door on a non-scratching surtace with the inside up.

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

Tape the door shut with maskino. _ tape.

Remoxe the center hinge, I)in with a 3/4" socket.

HingePin

Remoxe the tape and tilt the door awm from the cabinet. I,ifl the door straight off the bottom hinge

bracket.

Set the door on a non-scratching sudi_ce, with the inside up.

CAUTION: Do not let door drop to the fl_or. To do so could damage the door st_p.

[] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO

THE LEFT

h_terchange hinge and scre_vs at top fight with scrmvs

at the top left of cabinet. Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time.

[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE

BRACKET TO THE LEFT

Remove the base grille by pulling it straight out. Using a socket (hive_; move the bottom hinge bracket

fl'om the fight side to the left side.

NOTE: If the washer is not on the hinge bracket,

check to see if it is stuck to the bottom of the do(n:

Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

[] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE

BRACKET TO THE LEFT

]_.emove the center hinge bracket b.v removing the three screws.

NOTE: Keep these screws with the hinge bt_cket. They are long screws and will be used when installing

the hinge on the other side.

You will need to remove the colo>matched cap fl'om

the screw head befl)t'e volt c[lIl I'eIll(we the screw. Use the edge of a thin flat blade to gently pry the

caps off the screw heads. (A put D' knite works well fin" this.) Cover the blade with tape to prevent

scratching the paint.

Remove the mullion cover fl'om the left side using the thin flat blade. Assemble it to the right side.

Remove the screw fl'om the center lett side of the cabinet. Screw it into the holes on the right side.

Place the center hinge bracket ()vet" the holes at the center leti side of the cabinet. Insert and

tighten the three hmg screws. Replace the cap by snapping it over the screw with

your finger.

[] TRANSFER DOOR STOPS

On each door, mo_e the metal door stoi_ from the right to the lelL

Moxe any screws fl'om the leli to the right.

[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR

DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT

To remove the handle: Remove the I)lug button by

carefldly pr)_ng under the edge with a putt)' knife. Remove the exposed screw holding the handle.

Handle Plug

Remoxe the two screws holding the handle to the top of the door.

LongHandle

Short Screw

ShortHandle

Hole Handle

\ Plug

Handle

After removing the handle: Move the small plug

buttons fl'om the top fight side of the door top and insert them into the holes on the opposite side.

SmallPlu, Buttons

Move the large, I)lu°,_ button fl'om the left edge of the door and insert it into the hole on the opposite side.

PlugButton

Installation Instructions

[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR

HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.)

Transfer the door I_lw"_button to the opposite side.

Butt

Reinstalling the handle: Attach the handle to the

fight side of the (loo_:

LongHandle

ShortHandle

Handle Hole

Plug

[] TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR

HANDLE TO THE RIGHT

Remo_e the screws holding the handle to the top and

bottom of the cloo_: Remoxe handle.

!x:!_g_____

"'22:22.,

Move the plug button on the right side (ff the door to the handle screw hole on the left side.

Reattach the handle on the opposite side using the holes closest to the edge of the doo_:

Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

[] REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

I,ower tile i'etl]_ei'atof door onto tile bottoil/

hinge pin.

-,__%_

Straighten the door and line it up with the center hinge bracket.

Reinstall the center hinge pin with a 3/4" socket.

Turn it tmtil it extends through the hinge bracket and into the door

CenterHinge Bracket

[] REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR

I,ower the ti'eezer door onto the center hinge pin.

CenterHingePin

i,ift the top hinge so the pin fits into the door socket. Support the door on the handle side and make sure

the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the fl'ont. \,_]file holding the door in

place, tighten the top hinge screws.

Normal operatingsounds.

Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators.

Modem refrigerators have more features and use newer

technology.

Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.

HUMMM...

--WHOOSH...

• The new high efficiency compressor may run fi_ster and longer than your old refi_igerator and you may

hear a high-l)itched hum or pulsating so/md while it is operating.

• 54m may hear a whooshing so/md when the (loo_ close. This is due to pressm'e equalizing within the reti_igerato_:

Electronic models only:

• Sometimes tile reflJgerator runs for an extended period, espedally when tile doo_ are opened fl'equenfl): This

ineans that tile FrostGuardT"feature is working to prevent fl'eezer burn and improve fi)od preservation.

CLICKS, POPS,

CRACKS and CHIRPS

• _m may hear cracking or l)Ol)ping sotmds when tile retiigerator is fi_t plugged in. This hal)pens as tile

i'efiJgei'ator cools to tile COYI'ect teilll)ei'attli'e.

• Tile compressor may Catlse a clicking or chiq)ing sound when attempting to restart (this could take

uI) to 5 minutes).

• The electronic control board may cause a clicking sotmd when relays acti\me to control reti_igerator components.

• EN)ansion and contraction of cooling coils during and

after defl'ost C_lll Catlse a ci'acking or l)Ol)ping soma&

• On models with an icemake_; after an icemaking cycle, um may hear tile ice cubes dropping into tile ice bucket.

• On models with a dispense_; dtwing water dispense, you may hear tile water lines move at initial dispense and

after dispenser button is released,

WHIR!

54m may hear tile rims 'IS)inning.* Tile rims hel I) to

maintain tile correct temperatm'es.

Electronic models only:

• Ybu may hear tile rims spimfing at high speeds. This hal)pens when the refligerator is fi_t plugged in,

when tile (loo_s are opened fl'equently or when a lmge

amotmt ot toed is added to the refligerator or fl'eezer

COIIll)_l I_IIlents.

• If either door is open tot over 3 minutes, you may hear the tiros come on in order to cool the light bulbs.

• Tile rims change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and energy' savings.

WATERSOUNDS

• Tile flow of refrigerant through tile fl'eezer cooling coils may make a gmgling noise like boiling water.

• Water dropping on tile defl'ost heater can cause a sizzling, pol)ping or buzzing sotmd (lining tile

defl'ost cycle.

• A water dripping noise may occur during tile defrost c)'cle as ice melts fl'om tile e\_q)orator and flo_vs into

tile drain pan.

• Closing tile door may cause a gmgling sotmd due to pressm'e equalization.

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 al)out 40 ufinutes for defl'ost cycle to end.

The controls axe set to * Move the reflJgerator and fl'eezer control to a

[ , •

theO(o.)pos tion. )e,.,,ue

Refrigerator is tmplugged. * Push the plug completely into the outlet.

The fuse is blown/cireuit *Replace fllse or reset the breaker. breaker is tripped.

Vibration orrattling Rollers need adjusting. * See Ro//ers

(slight vibration is normal)

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator * "X.%fit12-24 l_otu_ fin" the reti_igerator to completely

long periods or cycles is first plugged in. cool down.

on and offfrequently. (Modern refrigerators Often occurs when large * This is mmna[.

mnotmts of food are

with more storage placed in refrigerator.

space and a larger freezer require more Door left open. * Check to see it I)ackage, is holding door open.

operatingtime.They Hot weather or frequent * This is nox_nal.

staff and stop often door ope_fings.

tomaintain even temperatures.) Temperature controls * See About the controls.

set at the coldest

setting.

Refrigerator or freezer Temperature control not set • See About the contro/s

cold enough.

WaJcm weather or frequent * Set the temperature control one step col([e_:

door opetm,#. See Abouttho contro/s.

if )ackaoe is holding door open.Door left open. * Check to see I

Frost or ice c_stals Door left open. * Check to see if I)ackage, is holding door open.

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

is normal) door ope_mlgs.

Automatic icemaker lcema_ker power switch • Set the power switch to the I(0u) position. (onsome models) is in the 0 (off) position.

does not work Water supply turned off or * See Installing the water line.

not commcted.

Freezer compartment • _'%fit [2-24 l_otu_ fi)r the reii_igerator to completely

too warln, cool down.

Piled up cubes in the storage * I,e',el cubes by hand. bin cause the icemaJ_er

to shut off. Ice cubes stuck in icemaJ_er. * TtlYn Off the icemake_; remoxe cubes and [tlrn the

(Green power light on icemaker back on.

icemaJ_er blinking.)

lcemaJ_er power switch is in the I (on) position, but the water supply

to the refrigerator has not been commcted.

Frequent!'buzzing, sound

• Set the power switch to the 0 (off) position. Keel)in(*., it

in the I(OU)position will damage the water xflxe.

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Possible Causes What ToDo

Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs clemthag. * Erupt) and wash bin. Discard old cubes. odor/taste

Food trmlsmitthag odor/taste * Wrap fi)ods well.

to ice cubes. Interior of refrigerator * See Careand c/eaning.

needs clemlh_g.

Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. * Check to see it I)ackage, is holding door open.

Temperature control not set * See About the controls

cold enough.

Noicecube Supply lh_e or shutoff * (hll a phmfl)ex;

production valve is clogged.

Refrigerator has odor Foods trm_smitth_g * Foods with strong odo_ should be tightl) wrapped.

odor to refrigerator. * Keep an oI)en box of 1)aking, soda in the refi_gerator;

replace exerv three months.

Interior needs clemlhag, * See Care and cleaning.

Moisturecollectsinside Too frequent or too (inhumidweather,air long door openhags.

carriesmoistureinto

refrigerator when doors are opened)

Interiotlightdoes No power at outlet. * Replace fuse or reset the breaker: not work

Light bulb burned out. * See Replacingthelight bulbs.

Hotair frombottom

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

area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings axe

sensitive and will discolor at these nonnaJ and

safe temperatures.

Food freezing in Food too close to air vent. * Move the fi)od axvav fl'om the air xent (near the controls).

Refrigerator control is set * Moxe the refl'igerator control to a wanner temi)erattlre. too cold.

Doordoes Rollers need adjusting. * See Rollers. by#self

Orange glowin Defrost heater is on. * This is noxmal.

the freezer

Beforeyoucall forservice...

Troubleshooting -tips

Possible Causes What ToDo

Water dispenser Water supply line turned off * See Installing the water line.

does not work or not cmmected.

Water filter clogged. * Replace filter ('artlJdge or l'elllOVe filter and install })lug7

S; • "

Air may be trapped in * Press the (lispenser ann for at lea,4 2 mulutes.

the water system.

Water spurting from Newly-hastaUed filter cartridge. • Run water h'olu the dispenser for 3 minutes

dispenser (about 1½ galh)us).

Water is not dispensed Water in reservoir is frozen • Set the refrigerator control to a wam_er setting and

but icemaker is working because the controls are wait 24 hotn_./f water does not dispense after 24 hotn_,

set too cold. call for service.

No water orice cube Supply line or shutoff valve * Call a phuube_:

production is clogged.

Water filter clogged. * Replace filter cartrid,,e_ or remove filter and install l)lu_'

Filter cartridge not * Remove and reinstall, filter cartridoe,_ beiu_ certain that

properly installed, it locks into place. The blade on the end of the cartridge

should be positioned vertically..

Water is leaking from Glass not being held reader * Hold the glass underneath the dispenser fin" 2-3 sec_mds

dispenser the dispenser long enough after releasing the dispenser button. Water may continue

after button is released, to dispense after the butt_)n ix released.

Air may be present ha the water • Dispense water tot at least 2 minutes to remove air from line system causing water to drip system.

after being dispensed.

Water has poor Water dispenser has not been * Dispense water until :ill water ill system is

taste/odor used for a long time. replenished.

Water in fimtglass Normal when refrigerator * Wait 24 hotu_ fin" the refi'igerator to completely

is first installed, c_l (h_wn.

Water dispenser has not been * Dispense water until :Ill water ix system ix

used for a long time. replenished.

Water system has been drained. * _dh)w several horns for replenished supply to chill.

Actualtemperature not Ulfit just plugged ha. * ?dlow 24 horns tot s)'stem to stabilize.

equal to Set temperature

(on some models) Door open for too long. * ?dh _w 24 hotn_ fi n" system t_) stabilize.

Warm food added to refrigerator. * _dlow 24 hotn_ fin" system to stabilize.

Defrost cycle is ha process. * _dlow 24 hotn_ fin" system to stabilize.

PerformanceData Sheet

SmartWaterFiltrationSystem

GSWF Cartridge

Thissystemhasbeen testedaccordingto NSF/ANS142/53forreductionofthesubstanceslistedbelow. Theconcentrationoftheindicatedsubstancesinwater entering thesystemwas reducedtoa concentration

less thanorequal to thepermissible limit for water leavingthesystem,as specified inNSF/ANS142/53.*

(100%safety factors built in for unmetered usage)

Parameter

(:hlorin(

T & ()

Partkmlale*':

Parameter

Turbidity Cysts

I.ead aI pH 6.5 Lead aI pH 8.5

Lindane A1F,izine

USEPA

MCL

USEPA

]nfluent

Average

1.847}mgiI.

143,333 #imI

Influent

Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects

hlfluent Challenge

Concentration

2.(1mgiL+l(t%

at legist10,000parficles/mI.

StmMard No. 53: Heahh Effects

hffluen! Challenge Effluent

Eftluent

Average MaxiIllttnl

< 0.05 mgiI. 0.05 mgiL

29.83 #imL 140 #imI.

% Reduction

Average Minhnum

> _ 7.21% 96.43!'{

99.98!'_ 99.91%

_, Reduction

Mha. Required

Reduction

> 50%

>85%

Min. Required

MCL

1 NTU***

99.95% Reduction

0.015 mgiL

0.0002 mgiL

0.003 mgiL

Average

19.3 NT[ ;'::**

200,000 #iL

0.15 mg!L

0.14 mgiI

0.0216 mgiL

0.(X)8 mgiL

Concentration

1+1 NT[ '::**

Minimmn 50,()(X)L

0.15 mgiI.+l 0%

0.15 mgiL+10%

0.002 mgiI.+l 0{:1

0.(X)9 mgiL+l 0%

Average

0.106 N_FIJ 0

< 0.(R)I mgiL

0.001 mgiI.

<0.00002 mgiL

< 0.(_)2 mgiL

Maxilll tlrll

0.14 NT[ ;

< 0.001 mgiI

0.003 mgiL

< 0.00002 mgiL

< 0.002 mgiI.

Average

98.97%

> 99.99!:{ > 99.33!:{

> 99.29!:i

99.t)7%

> 76.129{

Minimum Reduction

98.61% 9.5 NT[ ;

> 99.99!_{ > 99.95!_i > 99.33!:i 0.010 mgiL

97.86% 0.010 mgiL

98.75% 0.01_)2 mgiL

> (;6.671:i 0.003 mgiL

* Testedusing a flowrateofO.5gpm;pressureof6Opsig;pHof7.5_+0,5; temp, of 68°_+ 5°F(20°_+3°C)

** Measurement in Particles/ml. Particles used were 0,5-1 microns *** NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units

Operating Specifications

• (_apa('itv: certified tot up to 750 gallons (2,838 1); up to six months

• Pressm'e requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar)

• Telllperattlre: 33-100°F (0.6-38°(])

• Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)

General Installation/Opera.n/Maintenance Requirements

• Hush new cartridge, at full flow for .3 minutes to Imrge, out trapped air.

• Replace cartridge when flow becolnes too sh)w.

Special Notices

• Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped.

• This driI_king water svsteln inust be inaintained according to inanufacturer's instructions, ii_cluding rel)lacelnent of filter ca rtridges.

• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsate or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or atter the sx:steln. Svstelns certified tor cyst reduction inav be used on disinli_cted water that inav contain filterable cysts.

• The COlmmdlmnts or other substances relnoved or reduced by this water treatn/ent svsteln are not necessarily in wmr

water.

• Check for compliance with the state and local laws and regulations.

• Note that while the testing was l)erformed under standard laboratory conditions, actual l)erforlnance nlav vary. Svstelns must be installed and operated in accordance with inalmthcturer's recolmnei_ded procedures and guidelines.

SVS[(HIIlest((1 and c(rtifi(d by NSF International againsl Standard 42 for th( r(duction of cidorin(, tast( and odor, partictflat( Class ] a (1S a _d, d :)_ for the reduclion ()f"(:}'st, lead, Lindane, Atrazine and mrbidi W.

Mantd'actured tk)r: (;( neral Electri( (:ompany, I.ouisville, KY 40225

State of Calilbrnia

Department of Health Services

Water Treatment Device

Certificate Number

03-1559

Date Issued: April 28, 2003

Trademark/Model Designation

GE GSWF

Replacement Elements

GSWF

Manufacturer: General ElectricConsmnerProdUcts

The water treatment device,s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contam inants:

Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity

Cysts Turbidity

Organic Contaminants

Atrazine Lindane 2,4-D

Inorganic/Radiological Contaminants

Lead

Rated Service Capacity: 750 gal Rated Service Flow: 0.5 gpm

Conditions of Certification:

Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.

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