Hotpoint HSS25IFPHWW, HSS25IFPHCC, HSS25GFPJWW, HSS25GFPHWW, HSS25GFPEWW Owner’s Manual

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Safety Information

Adapter Plugs ................. 4

Connect Electricity ............. 4

Extension Corals ............... 3

Proper Disposal ................ 3

S_ety Precautions .............. 2

Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker ............ 9

Care and Cleaning .......... 11, 12

Controls ..................... 5

Crispers ...................... 8

Dispenser .................... 10

Replacing the Lightbulbs ....... 13

Shelves and Bins ............... 7

Water Filter Cartridge ........... 6

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator ............ 14, 15

Water Line Installation ...... 16-20

Mo&ls 22 & 25

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Refrigeradores

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Refrigeradores

Troubleshooting Tips

Befbre You Call For Service . . .22-25

Normal Operating Sounds ...... 22

Consumer Support

Cartridge Performance

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

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

Product Registration ........ 29, 30

State of California Water

Treatment Device Certificate ..... 28

Warranty lbr Canadian

Customers ................... 25

Warranty lbr U.S. Custome_ ..... 26

Write your model and serial numbers here:
Model #

Serial #

La secci6n en espa#olempieza en la p6gina 59

Find these numbers on a label inside

the refrigerator compartment at the top

on the right side behind the controls.

162D6746PO04 39-60268 02-03JR

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 precautions should be followed, including the following:

{This refrigerator must be properly installed

and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions b@ore it is used.

{_Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang

on tile shelves in the refiigeraton They could
damage @e refiigerator and seriously injure

themselves.

{Do not touch @e cold surfaces in the freezer

compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may stick to @ese extremely cold surfaces.

{_Do not store or use gasoline or o@er flammable

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

{In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,

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 icemak@g mechanism

while the refrigerator is plugged in.

@Keep fingers out of the "pinch point" areas;

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 refiigerator before cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE:Westronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbe

performedbya qualifiedindividual

@Setting the freezer control to the 0 (Off)position

does not remove power to the light circuit.

(_Do not refreeze frozen foods which have @awed

completely.

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A DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

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." @you are getting rid of your old refiigeratol;

please follow the instructions below to help prevent

accidents.

Before YouThrewAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:

N Take off the doors.

@Leave the shelves in place so that children may

not easily climb inside.

Refrigerants

All refrigeration products contain refi'igerants,
which under federal law must be removed prior

to product disposal. @you are getting rid of"an
old refrigeration product, check with the company

handling the disposal about what to do.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

Howevm; if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United

States) or a CNA-listed (in Canada), @wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding

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

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

A 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 power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a

standard 3-prong (grounding) w_l outlet to
minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.

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

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

personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall

oudet.

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical oudet which has a voltage

rating tllat matches the rating plate.

This provides tile 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. _Mwaysgrip plug firmly and pull
sn'aight out from tile outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become frayed or odmrwise damaged. Do not

use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its lengtll or at ekher end.

When moving the refiigerator away from tile
wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the

power cord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Adapterpl,gsnotpermittedinCanada)

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

Howevm; if you must use an adapter, where local
codes permit, a temporary connection may be made

m a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use
era UL-listed adapter a'_ailable at most local

hardware stores.

The larger slot in tile adapter must be aligned witll
tile larger slot in dm wall outlet to provide proper
polarity in the connection of the power cord.

When disconnecting tile power cord from the
adapter, always hold tile adapter in place with one

hand while pulling tile power cord plug with tile
other hand. K this is not done, tile adapter ground

terminal is very likely to break with repeated use.

If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DO NOT USE
tlle refrigerator until a proper ground has been

established.

Attachingtheadaptergroundterminaltoawaftoutlet

coverscrewdoesnotgroundtheapplianceunlessthe
coverscrewis metal,andnot insulated,andthe waft

outletisgroundedthroughthehousewiring. Youshould
havethecircuitcheckedby aquafifiedelectricianto make

surethe outlet isproperlygrounded.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthecontrolson the refrigerator. _.Hot,oi,t.com

Initially, set the fresh food control at 5 and the freezer control at 5 and
allow 12hours 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 freezer control to Ostops cooling in both the fresh food

and freezer compartments but does not shut off electrical power to
the refrigerator.

Control settings will vary based on personal preferences, usage, and

operating conditions and may require more than one adjustment.

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Aboutthe water filter cartridge.

On some models

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

slowly turn it to the right.

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in tile
back upper right corner of tile refrigerator

compamnent.

When to Replace the Filter

Tim filter cartridge should be replaced

evm 7 six monthsor earlier if the flow of

water to tim water dispenser or icemaker

decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

O If you are replacing the cartridge, first

remove the old one by slowly turning it
to tile left. Donotpull doom on tile

carwidge. A small amount of water may
drip down.

Apply the month and year sticker to the

new cartridge to remind you to replace
the filter in sixmonths.

Fill the replacement cartridge with
water from tile tap to allow for better

flow from tile dispenser immediately
after installation.

Lining up tile arrow on tile carnidge
and tile cartridge holdm; place tile

top of the new carnidge tip inside
the holder. DOn0t push it tip into

the holder.

O Slowly turn it to the right until the filter

cartridge stops. DONOTOVERTIGHTEN.

As you turn the cartridge, it will

automatically raise itself into position.
Camidge will rotate at>out 1/9 turn.

Run water from the dispenser for
3 minutes (ahout one and a half

.gallons) to clear tbe system and
prevent sputtering.

NOTE:A newly-installedwaterfiltercartridgemay
causewater tospurtfromthedispenser

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use tile filter bypass plug

wben a replacement filter cartridge is not
available. The dispenser and tile icemaker

will not operate witbout tim filter or filter
bypass plug.

ReplacementFilters:
Toorderadditionalfiltercartridgesin

theUnitedStates,visitourWebsite,
ww_.Hotpointcom,orcall GEPartsand

Accessories,800.626.2002.

Part Nmnber: I-DVF

Suggested Revail $34.95 USD

Customers in Canada should consult tile
yellow pages for the nearest Cameo Serdce

Center.

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Abouttheshelvesand bins. eotpoiatcom

Not all features are on all models.

Bins on the Fresh Food Compartment Door

Adjustable bins can easily be carried from
refrigerator to work area.

TOremove:Lift the front of the bin up,

then pull out.

Rearranging the Shelves

Refrigerator Shelves:

TORemove

ToReplace

TOreplace orrelocate:Engage the bin in the

molded supports of the door, and push in.
Bin will lock in place.

FreezerShelves:

ToRemove

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Deep Door Shelves

Detachable shelf extenders deepen and
enclose fixed door shelves, providing

more storage room and greater storage
flexibility.

TOremove: Lift the shelf extender straight

up then pull out.

TOreplace: Engage the shelf extender in the

molded supports on the door and push in.
It will lock in place.

Aboutthecrispers.

Not all features are on all models.

Fruitand Vegetable Crispers

Excess water that may accumulate in tile
bottom of the drawers should be wiped dry.

Aboutthecrisperremoval

Not all features are on all models.

When replacing the crispers,
make sure you slide them through
the crisper guides.

Crisper Removal

Crispers can easily he removed by tilting up
slightly and pulling past stop location.

K tile door prevents you from taking out
tile crispers, the refrigerator will need to

be rolled fbrward until tile door opens
enough m slide the crispers out. In some
cases, when you roll the refrigerator out,

you will need to move the refrigerator to
tile left as you roll it out.

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Abouttheautomaticicemaker. .eotpoi,t.com

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

Automatic leemaker (on somemodels)

The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle_approximately 100-130 cubes

in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer
compartment temperature, room

temperature, number of door openings
and other use conditions.

ff tile refrigerator is operated before tile
water connection is made to the icemakm;

set the power switch in tile 0 (Off)position.
When tile refrigerator has been connected

to the water supply, set the power switch to
the I(on)position.

The icemaker will fill with water when
it cools to 15°E A newly-installed

refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to
begin making ice cubes.

Throw away the first few batches of ice to
allow the water line to clean

Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep
of the feeler arm.

It is normal for several cubes to be joined
together.

If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stale, and shrink.

If ice cubes get stuck in the icemakm; the
green power light will blink, to correct this,

set the power switch to 0 [Off)and remove
the cubes, set the power switch to ! (m0 to

restart the icemaker. After the icemaker has
been turned on again, there will be a delay

of about 45 minutes before the icemaker
resumes operation.

NOTE'.Inhomeswithlower4han-averagewater
pressure,youmayheartheicemakercyclemultiple

timeswhenmakingonebatchofice.

There is an upper freezer sheff

above the icemaker that can be
used for storage.

Ice Storage Drawer

TOaccessice,pull the drawer out.

TOremove the drawer, pull it sn'aight out

and lift it past the stop location.

Icemaker Accessory Kit

Kyour refrigerator did not come already
equipped with an automatic icemakm;

an icemaker accessory kit is a'railable at
extra cost.

Check the back of the refrigerator for
the specific icemaker kit needed for

your model.

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Aboutthedispenser.

On some models

ToUse the Dispenser

Some dispenser models offer _ter only. On
other modelsyou can select CUBEDICE _,

CRUSHEDICE _ or WATER _.

Press the glass gently against tile top of the
dispenser cradle.

tf no waterisdispensedwhentherefrigeratoris
firstinstalled,theremaybeair inthe waterline

system.Pressthedispenserarmforatleast two
minutestoremovetrappedairfromthewaterline

andtofill thewatersystem.Toflushoutimpurities

in thewaterline,throwawaythefirstsixglassfuls

of wate_

Ice Storage Drawer
on Ice Dispenser Models

TOremove:

Set tile icemaker power switch to tile 0 (Off)
position. Pull tile drawer straight out and

then lift past the stop position.

Toreplace:

When replacing tile draw,el; make sure to
push it firmly into place, flit does not go all

the way back, remove it and rotate tile drive
mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the

drawer back again.

CAUTION:Neverput fingersoranyother
objectsinto theicecrusherdischargeopening.

Dispenser Light (on some models)

This pad turns the night light in the
dispenser on and off The light also comes

on when the dispenser cradle is pressed.
If"this light burns out, it should be replaced

with a 6 watt maximum, 12 volt DC bulb.

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Important Facts About YourIce Dispenser

/}_5Do not add ice from trays or bags to

the storage bin. It may not crush or
dispense well.

NAvoid overfilling glass with ice and use

of narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can jam
the chute or cause the door in the chute

to freeze shut. If ice is blocking the
chute, poke it through with a wooden
spoon.

N Beverages and fbods should not be

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

storage bin may cause the icemaker
or auger to jam.

NTo keep dispensed ice from missing

the glass, put the glass close to, but
not touching, the dispenser opening.

_ Some crushed ice may be dispensed even

_After crushed ice is dispensed, .some

_ Sometimes a small mound of snow will

though you selected CUBEDICE.This
happens occasionally when a fizwcubes

have been left in the crusher.

water may drip from the chute.

form on the door in the ice chute. This
condition is normal and usually occurs

when you have dispensed crushed ice
repeatedly. The snow will eventually

e'_aporate.

Careandcleaning of the refrigerator. . Hatpointcom

Cleaning the Outside

The dispenser drip area, (on some models)

heneath the grille, should be wiped dry. Water
left in this area may leave deposits. Remove

the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to
the well. Soak until the deposits disappear

or become loose enough to rinse away.

The dispenser cradle (on some models).

Before cleaning, open the freezer door part
w,ay to prevent dispensing of ice or water
when cleaning. Clean with w_arm water and

baking soda solution--about a tablespoon

(15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter)

of watel: Rinse thoroughly and wipe diT.

Cleaning the Inside

The door handlesand trim. Clean with a

cloth dampened with soapy wamn DI7
with a soft cloth.

Keep the outsideclean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen
appliance w_axor mild liquid dish detergent.

DlT and polish with a clean, soft cloth.

Donot wipetherefrigeratorwitha soileddish

cloth or wet towel Thesemayleavearesidue

thatcanerodethepaint. Donotusescouring
pads,powderedcleaners,bleachorcleaners
coma#ringbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchandweakenthepaint finish.

TOhelp prevent odors,leave an open box of

baking soda in the fresh food and freezer
compartments.

Unplugthe 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 neun'alizes odors. Rinse and

wipe dlT.
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.

Drain opening in freezer compartment. During
yearly cleaning, remove bottom freezer

basket and flush a solution of baking
soda--1 teaspoon (5 ml) and 2 cups

(500 ml) of hot (not boiling) w-ater--
through the drain line with the help of a

meat hasten This will help eliminate odor
and reduce the likelihood of a clogged

drain line. If drain becomes clogged, use a
meat baster and baking soda solution to

fbrce the clog through the drain line.

Avoidcleaningcoldglassshelveswith hot water
becausetheextremetemperaturedifference

maycausethemto break.Handleglassshelves
carefully.Bumpingtemperedglasscancauseit

toshatter.

Donot washanyplasticrafrigeratorpartsin

thedishwashe_

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Careand cleaning of the refrigerator.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be carefld when moving the refrigerator
away from tbe wall. All types of floor

coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with

embossed surfaces.

Pull [he refrigerator straight out and return
it to position by pushing it sn'aight in.

Moving tbe refrigerator in a side direction
may result in damage to the floor covering

or refiigeraton

Preparing for Vacation

For long "_acations or absences, remove
food and unplug the refrigeratol: Clean

the interior witb a baking soda solution
of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda

to one quart (1 liter) ofwatel: Leave tbe
doors open.

Set tbe icemaker power switch to tbe 0 (Off)
position and shut off tbe water supply to

the refiigeraton

Whenpushingtherefrigeratorback,makesure
youdon'traftoverthepowercordor icemaker

supplyline [onsomemodels).

If tile temperature can drop below
freezing, have a qualified servicer drain tbe

water supply system (on some models) to
prevent serious propervy damage due to

flooding.

Remove the water filter carn'idge (if
equipped) and install a filter bypass plug

(see About the water filtercartridge).

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them

securely in place to prevent damage.

Besuretherefrigeratorstaysinan upright

positionduringmoving.

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Replacingthelightbulbs. .eot oi,t.com

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

Fresh FoodCompartment--Upper Light

O Unplug the refrigerator.

The bulb is located behind tile
controls. Replace witb an appliance

bulb of tile same or lower wattage.

Freezer Compartment

Unplug tile refiigeraton
Remove tile shelf just below light

shield. (The shelf will be easier to
remove if it is emptied first.)

Lift up on tile light shield to remove.

Dispenser (onsomemodels)

Unplug tile refiigeraton

The bulb is located on tim dispenser

under tim control panel. Remove
tile lightbulb by turning it

counterclockwise.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

After replacing with an appliance

bulb of the same or lower wattage,
reinstall the shield by hanging it

fi'om the tbree tabs.

Reinstall the shelf and plug the
refrigerator back in.

Replace the bulb witb a bulb of the
same size and wattage.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

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Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

I Questions?Call800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)or Visitour Websiteat:www.Hotpointcom

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - Savethese

instructions for local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Observeall

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer _ Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions

fbr future reference.

• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical skills.

In Canada,call 1.800.361.3400or VisitourWebsiteat:www.geappliances.ca

CLEARANCES

Allow the following clearances tbr ease of insvallation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical

connections.

• Sides 1/8" (4 mm)

• Top 1" (25 mm)

• Back 1" (25 mm)
A door clearance of 3/4" (19 mm) is needed for a 90 °

door opening which provides better access to the food
storage area.

Models 22 and25

ROLLERS

• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.

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

15 minutes

The rogers have 3 purposes:

• Rollers adjust so the door closes easily when opened
about halfway.

• Rollers adjust ,so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on

the floor and does not wobble.

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WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

(on some models)

If the refrigerator has an icemakm; it will have to be
connected to a cold v_-ater line. AGE w-ater supply kit

(containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and

instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealm;
by visiting our Website at www.Hotpoint.com (in

Canada, at www.geappliances.ca), or from Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002.

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install tile refrigerator where the temperature

will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often
enough to maintain proper temperatures.

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

• Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator a,a_y from
the wall for cleaning.

To adjust the rollers:
Turn the roller adjusting screv_ clockwise to raise the

refrigerator; counterclockwise to lower it. Use an
adjustable wrench (3/8" hex head bolt) or pliers.

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Installation Instructions

DOOR ALIGNMENT

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

To make the doors even, at{just the refi'igerator door.
Using a 5/16" socket wrench, turn the door adjusting

screw to the right to raise the door, to the left to lower
it. (A nylon plug, embedded in the threads of the pin,

prevents the pin from turning unless a wrench is
used.) After one or two turns of the wrench, open and

close the refi'igeratur door and check the alignment at
the top of the doors.

j 5/18"Socket

Wrench

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Recommended copper ,_-ater supply kits are WX8X2,

WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of

tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines
are GE SmartConnect TM Refi'igerator Tubing

(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and

WX08X10025).

When connecting your refi'igerator m a GE Reverse

Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is

with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water

systems, follow the manufacturer's recommendations.
If the water supply to tile refi'igerator is fi'om a Reverse

Osmosis Water Filtration System AND the refrigerator
also has a water filtm; use the refrigerator's filter bypass

plug. Using the refi'igerator's water filtration cartridge
in conjunction with the RO filter can result in hollow

ice cubes and slower water flow fi'om the w-ater
dispensen

This water line installation is not warranted by the

refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these
instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive

water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house

plumbing can cause damage to refi'igerator parts and
lead to w-ater leakage or flooding. Call a qualified

plumber to correct water hammer before installing
the w-ater supply line to the refrigerator:

To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook

up the water line to the hot water line.
If you use your refi'igerator before connecting the

water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in

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

temperatures fall below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a power

drill) during installation, be sure the device is double
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the

hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.

All installations must be in accordance with local

plumbing code requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Copper or GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing
kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator

to the water supply. If using coppm; be sure both ends

of the tubing are cut square.

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

refiigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8'

(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about

8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm]
diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out fi'om

the wall after installation.
GE SmartConnect TM Refiigerator Tubing Kits are

available in the following lengths:
2" (.6 m) - WX08X10002

6" (1.8 m) - WX08X10006

15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015

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

as described above.

NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in GE SmartConnect TM 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 and cause
water damage to your home.

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Installation Instructions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

Install tbe shutoffvalve on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.

• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff

valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra

cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories,

800.626.2002.

• A cold water supply. The w-ater pressure must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4_!_.2 bar) on models

without a water filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i.

(2.8-8.2 bar) on models with a w-arer filren

• 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 valve and the reli'igerator

v_-arer valve.

OR

• If you are using a GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator
Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled to
the robing.

• If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (available at
plumbing supply stores) to connect tile water line to
the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting

with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.

Do not cut formed end from GE SmartConnecff M
Refrigerator tubing.

[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on tbe nearest taucet long enough to clear
the line of wamn

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location tor the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a

vertical water pipe. When it is necessary m connect

into a horizontal ,a-arer pipe, make the connection
to the top or side, rather than at the bottom,

m avoid drawing off any sediment from the

water pipe.

[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

Drill a 1/4" hole in tbe water pipe (even if using a

self-piercing valve) using a sharp bit. Remove any
burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe.

Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill.
Failure to drill a 1/4" hole may resuh in reduced

ice production or smaller cubes.

• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoffvalve should have a v_-ater inlet with a

minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits.
Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve
complies with your local plumbing codes.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (cont.)

[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.

PipeClamp

Saddle-Type J
ShutoffValve

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered m. Saddle valves

are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumben

VerticalCold
WaterPipe

[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

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

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush the
tubing.

PipeClamp___ _lniet End

Washer

ClampScrew_

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for
copper tubing onto the end of tile tubing and

connect it to the shutuff valve.
Make sure the tubing is flflly inserted into the valve.

Tighten the compression nut securely.

For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect TM
Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end

of the tubing into the shutoffvalve and tighten
compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten

one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening
may cause leaks.

Saddle-Type --\
ShutoffValve SmartConnectTM

Tubing

PackingNut

OutletValve

NOTE: Commonweahh of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves

are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumbm:

\ Ferrule(sleeve}

Nut

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Route tile tubing between the cold water line and
the refiigerator.

Route tile tubing through a hole drilled in tile wall
or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base

cabinet) as close to the w-all as possible.

NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing

(about 8" [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10"

[25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move

out fi'om the wall after ins 'tallation.

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn the main water supply on and flush out the
tubing until the water is clear.

Shut the water off at the w-ater valve after about
one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed

through the tubing.

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Installation Instructions

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR

NOTES:

• Before making the connection to the refrigerator,

be sure the refrigerator power cord is not

plugged into the wall outlet.

• If your refi'igerator does not have a water filtm;
we recommend installing one if your water supply

has sand or particles that could clog the screen of
tile refi'igerator's water valve. Install it in the

,a-ater line near the refi'igerator. If using a GE
SmartConnect TM Refi'igerator Tubing kit, you

will need an additional tube (WX08X10002)

to connect the fllten Do not cut plastic tube
to install filten

Some models have the refrigerator connection at
the end of tubing located outside tile compressor

compartment access covm: On other models, the

compressor compartment access cover must be

removed in order to access the refi'igerator
connection at the water valve.

[]

CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

Insert tile end of the tubing into the refi'igerator
connection as far as possible. While holding the

tubing, tighten the fitting.
For plastic tubing fi'om a GE SmartConnect

Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of
the tubing into tile refi'igerator connection and

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

Overtightening may cause leaks.
Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided as

shown to keep it in position. You may need to pry
open the clamp.

One of the illustrations below will look like the
connection on your refrigerator.

Tubing
Clamp

1/4"
Compression

Nut

Tubing

On models using tile refrigeration connection at
the water valve, remove the plastic flexible cap.

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

SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts
are already assembled to the tubing.

Ferrule
(sleeve)

Connection Tubing

Tubing .Compression Tubing
Clamp Nut

Ferrule

{sleeve}_

Connection Tubing

_SmartConnect TM

1/4" 1/4"

SrnartConnect_

1_ TURN THE WATER ON AT THE

SHUTOFF VALVE

Tighten any connections that leak.

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Reattach tile access cover.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate
against the back of the refrigerator or against the

wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.

START THE ICEMAKER

Set tile icemaker power switch m 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 sudtch is in tile I(On)position.

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

enough water to the icemaker.

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Normal operatingsounds.

The new high efficiency compressor runs faster and will have a higher pitch hum
or pulsating sound while operating.

throughout.

sound during the defrost cycle.

The flow of refiigerant through tile fl'eezer cooling coils sounds like boiling

during defl'ost and refiigeration following defl'ost.

Water dripping as it melts fl'om the evaporator and flows to the drain pan

circulating air inside the fl'eezer which keeps the temperatures

on the defrost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or popping

gmgling noise.

{of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction

the defrost cycle.

Icemaker (onsomemodels)

The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills wkh water, ff the
power switch is in the ! (on) position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked

up to water. Keeping the power switch in the ! (on) position befbre it is hooked
up to water can damage the icemaken To prevent this, set the power switch to the

0 (Off}position. This will stop the buzzing.

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

These sounds are normal

and are due mostly to highly
efficient operation.

Before youcall 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 in defrost cycle. * Wait about 30 minutes for defi'ost cycle to end.
Freezer control • Move tlae freezer control to a temperature setting.

in 0 (Off)position.
Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push the plug completely into the outlet.

The fuse is blown/circuit • Replace fuse or reset the breakm:
breaker is tripped.

Vibration_ rattlino :
(sligh[vibration

Front rollers need adjusting. • See Rollers.

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Possible Causes What ToDo

Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely
is first plugged in. cool down.

Often occurs when large • This is normal.

amounts of food are
placed in refrigerator.

Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
Hot weather or frequent • This is normal.

door openings.
Temperature controls • See About the controls.

set at the coldest
setting.

Temperature control not set • See About the controls.
cold enough.

Warm weather or frequent • Set the temperature control one step colden

door openings. See About the controls.
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.

frozen food

(fro_withinpackago Too frequent or too long

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Automatic energy saver • This helps prevent condensation on the outside.

system circulates warm

liquid around front edge
of freezer compartment.

Icemaker power switch • Set the power switch to the I (on) position.
is in the 0 (Off)position_

Water supply turned off or • See Installing the water line.

not connected.
Freezer compartment • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely

too warm. cool down.
Piled up cubes in the storage • Level cubes by haud.

bin cause the icemaker
to shut off.

Ice cubes stuck in icemaker. • Turn offthe icemakel; remove cubes, aud turn the

(Green power fight on icemaker hack on.

ieemaker blinking).

lee storage bin needs deaning. • Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

Food transmitting odor/taste • Wrap tends well.
to ice cubes.

Interior of refrigerator • See Careand cleaning.

needs cleaning.
Water fther clogged. • Replace filter cartridge with new cm'tridge or with phlg.
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.

Temperature control not set • See About the controls.

cold enough.
Door gasket on hinge side • Apply petroleum jelly on Face of gasket.

sticking or folding over.
Defrost heater is on. • This is normal.

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Before youcall forservice...

Possible Causes What ToDo

Icemaker turned off or • Turn on icemaker or water supply.
water supply turned off.

Ice cubes are frozen to • Remove cubes.
icemaker feeler arm.

Irregular ice clumps in • Break up with fingertip pressure and discard
storage container, remaining clumps.

Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water in system is replenished.
used for a long time.

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

Water Filter dogged. • Replace filter carn'idge or remove filter and install plug.
Air may be trapped in the • Press the dispenser arm for at least two minutes.

water system.
Newly-installed Filter cartridge. • Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about

Supply line or shutoff • Call a plumben
valve is dogged.

Water Filter dogged. • Replace filter carn'idge or remove filter and install plug.
Foods transmitting • Foods with sn-ong odors should be tightly wrapped.

odor to refrigerator. • Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator;

Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning.

Defrost water drainage • See Care and cleaning.

system needs cleaning.
Not unusual during *Wipe surface dry.

periodsofhighhum a ty.

Too frequent or too

long door openings.

• Freezer may be too warm. Adjust the freezer control

m a colder setting, one position at a time, until clumps
do not form.

1½ .gallons).

replace every three months.

_work :

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No power at outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breakm:
Lightbulb burned out. * See Replacing the lightbulbs.

Drain in the bottom of • See Care and cleaning.
the freezer clogged.

Cubes jammed in chute. * Poke ice through with a wooden spoon.

Possible Causes What ToDo

Normal air flow cooling
motor. In the refirigeration
process, it is normal that
heat be expelled in the
area under the ref_gerator.
Some floor coverings are

sensitive and will discolor at
these normal and safe temperatures.

Last setting was CRUSHEDICE. • A few cubes were left in tile crasher from tile previous

setting. This is normal.

CONSUMER WARRANTY

(for customers in Canada)

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

What is covered How Long Warranted Parts Labour

(From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace

at Camco's Option

Compressor Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years

Sealed System (including Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years
evaporator, condenser
tubing and refrigerant)

All Other Parts One (1) Year One (1) Year One (1) Year

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

This warranty applies only for single
family domestic use in Canada when the

Refrigerator has been properly installed

according to the instructions supplied by
Camco and is connected to an adequate
and proper utility service.

Damage due to abuse, accident, commercial
use, and alteration or defacing of the serial
plate cancels all obligations of this warranty.

Service during this warranty must be performed
by an Authorized Camco Service Agent.

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

beyond their reasonable control.
To obtain warranty service, purchaser must

present the original bill of sale. Components

repaired or replaced are warranted through the

remainder of the original warranty period only.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory

warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

• Owner is responsible to pay for service
calls related to product installation and/or

teaching how to use the product.

• Damage to finish must be reported within 48
hours following the delivery of the appliance.

• Improper installationiproper installation
includes adequate air circulation to the

refrigeration system, adequate electrical,
plumbing and other connecting facilities.

• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of
circuit breakers.

• Replacement of lightbulbs.

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

• Loss of food due to spoilage.

• Proper use and care of product as listed
in the owner's manual, proper setting of

controls.

• WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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

Camco Service is available coast to coast.

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, contact:
Manager, Consumer Relations, Camco Inc.,

Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane, Moncton, N.B. ElC 9M3

Staple your receipt here.

Proofof the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

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RefrigeratorWarranty.(Forcustomers in the United States)

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

or an authorized Customer Care®technician. Toschedule service,
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at wwv_.Hotpoint.com,

or call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).

We Will Replace:

Anypartof the refrigerator which Pails due m a defect in materials or wor_nanship.During this

fullone-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace

the defective part.

Anypattofthesealedrefrigeratingsystem(the compressor, condensm; evaporator and
all connecting tubing) wbich fiailsdue to a defi_ct in materials or workmanship.During tbis

full five-yearsealedrefrigeratorsystemwarranty,we will also pro_de, free ofcharge,all labor

and in-home service to replace tbe defective part in tbe sealed re@igerating system.

Anypartof tim water filter cartridge wbich fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

Fro_rigin_i:

@Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the

product.

N Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
@Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

@Loss of food due to spoilage.
@Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

@Damage caused after delivery.

During tbis limted thirty-daywarranty,we will also provide, free of charge, a replacement water

filter carn'idge.

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

@Replacement of the water Filter cartridge due to water

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

@Replacement of the fight bulbs or water Filter cartridge

other than as noted above.

@Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or

acts of God.

@Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible

defects with this appliance.

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

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

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Toknow what your
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Performance Data Sheet

HotpointSmartWater Filtration System

HWF Cartridge

Health Claim Performance Certified by NSF/ANSI*

'100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage)

Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects

Parameter

Chlorine
T&O

Particulate**

Parameter

Turbidity

Cysts

Lead at pH 6.5
Lead at pH 8.5

Lindane
Awazine

2,4-D
Asbestos

* Testedusing a flow rate of 0.5gpm; pressure of 120psig; pH of Z5-+0,5;temp. of 20-+2.5C
** Measurement #7partioles/ml
*** NTU = Nephelometrio Units

USEPA

MCL

USEPA

MCL

1 NTU***

99.95% Reduction
15 ppb

15 ppb

0.0002 ppm

0.003 ppm

0.100 ppm
99%

Influent

Challenge

1.9 ppm

200,000

Standard No. 53: Health Effects

Influent Effluent

Challenge

24.3 NTU

Average Maximum

0.02 ppm 0.05 ppm

3,978 7,800

Average

0.07 NTU

105,750

160 ppb
150 ppb

0.00062 ppm

0.0084 ppm

0.272 ppm

690 MFL/ml

1 ppb

1.8 ppb

0.00005 ppm

0.002 ppm

0.042 ppm

0.32 MFL/ml

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Effluent

Maxinlllln

0.1 NTU
55

1 ppb

4.3 ppb

0.00005 ppm

0.003 ppm

0.090 ppm

1.2 MFL/ml

% Reduction

Average Minimum

98.90% 97.37%

98.00% 96.10%

% Reduction

Average

99.71%

99.97%

99.37%

98.80%

91.93%

76.19%

84.89%

99.95%

Minimum

99.59%

99.95%

99.37%

97.13%

91.93%

64.28%

67.63%

99.82%

Operating Specifications

_ Capacity: certified for up to 300 gallons (1135 1); tip to six months for models without a replacement filter indicator

light; tip to one year for models with a replacement filter indicator light

_/_Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock
NTemperature: 33-100 F (0.6-38 C)

_Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)

General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements

N/Flush new cartridge at full 1low 1or 3 minutes to purge out trapped ain
_ Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow.

Special Notices

_/Installation instructions; parts and service availability; and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped.
_This drinking ,a-ater system must be maintained according to manufacturer's instructions, including replacement of

filter cartridges.

_Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or

after the system. Systems certified 1or cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.
NThe contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment system are not necessarily in ),our water.
_ Check 1or compliance with the state and local laws and regulations.

System 'Ik'sted and Certified by NSF international against ANSI/NSF
Standard 42 & 53 for the reduction of:

Stamdard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
Chemical Unit

'l_,_ste and Odor Reduction
Chlorine Reduction, (;lass i

Mechanical Filtration Unit

Particulate Reduction, Class I

Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Chemical Reduction Unit

Lead and Atrazine Reduction
Lindane and 2,4-D Reduction

Mechanical Filtration Unit

Turbidity Reduction

Cyst and Asbestos Reduction

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