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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4

Operating Instruotions

Additional Features ............ 10

Automatic Icemaker ........... l l

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

Sheh.'es and Bins ............. 6-8

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

Care and Cleaning

Care and Cleaning .......... 12, 13

Replacing the Light Bulbs ....... 13

ModeE 18&19

CongSlateur supSrieur

Rdfrigdrateurs

Installation Ins_truotions

Preparing to Install

tile Refligerator . .............. 14

Reversing the Door Swing .... 19-23

_\ater Line Installation ...... 15-19

Troubleshooting Tips ....... 24-27

Normal ()perating Sounds ...... 24

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

Product Registration

for Canadian Customers ..... 31,32

Product Registration

for U.S. Customers ......... 29, 30

_\arrantv fbr

Canadian Customers ........... 33

_\,wranty' for U.S. Customers ..... 34

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Refrigeradores

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Note to Installer - Be sure to

leave these insttuctions with the (_onsumer.

Note to Consumer - Keep these

instructions fl)r fllture reference.

Note h l'installateur - Assm'ez-

vous de laisser ces inst_ uctions au

consoIllI/l}l [elliL

Note au consommateur-

Conservez ces instructions pour r0ii:rence flmue.

Write the model and serial nwnbers here:

Model #

Serial #

Find these numbers on the gray label on the left side, near the top of the refl'igerator compartment.

Nota all instalador - Asegfirese

de deiar estas instrucciones con el

cons/lil/idor.

Nota al consumidor - (_onser\'e

estas instrucciones para retbrencia

flltura.

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iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON. READArt iNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.

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:

i)::This refi'igerator must be properly installed

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

i)::Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang

on the shelves in the reli-igerato_: They could damage the reti-igerator and seriously iqj ure

themselves.

::_ Do not touch tile cold sui_lilces in tile fl'eezer

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

}_'<Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

\_q)o_ and liquids in tile vicinity of this or any other appliance.

i)::In refl'igerato_ with automatic icemake_,

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

located on tile bottom of tile icemake_: Do not place finge_ or hands on tile automatic

icemaking mechanism while tile refl]gerator is i)lugged in.

i)::Kee I) finget_ out ot tile "pinch point" areas;

clemm_ces between the doo_ and between the doo_ and cabinet are necessarily small. Be ca_efifl

closing doo_s when children a_e in the area.

i)::Lrni)lug the refrigerator befi)re cleaning and

making repai_.

NOTE."We stronglyrecommendthat anyservicingbe performedby a qualified individual

_'_Setting either or both controls (SOlne In odels only

have one control) to tile 0 (off)position does not remove power to tile light circuit.

i)::Do not refi'eeze fi'ozen toods which have

thawed completely:

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DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

Child entrapment and suffocation are not

problen_s of the past.Junked or abandoned

refrigerators are still dangerous...even if they will

sit fin" "just a fi_w days." If you are getting rid of your old refi_igerato_; please follow the instructions

below to help prevent accidents.

Refrigerants

_dl refrigeration products contain refligerants, which under federal law must be removed prior

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

handling the disposal about what to do.

Before YouThrowAway YourOld RefrigeratororFreezer:

::Ji::Take off the doo_.

!i_:i,eave the shelves in place so that children

may not easily climb inside.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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

However; if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessa_ T that it be a UiAisted (in the United States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding

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

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

Do not, under anv circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

For personal safe_ this appliance must be properly grounded.

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

standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibili F of electric shock hazard

fl'om this appliance. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a

qualified electridan to make sure the outlet is propedy grounded.

Where a standard E-prong wall outlet is

encotmtered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly

grounded 3-prong wall outlet. The refl_igerator should always be plugged into its

own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best perfimnance and also I_rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire hazard fl'om oxerheated wires.

Never tmplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull

straight out fl'oln the outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become ti'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not

use a cord that sho_:s cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.

\._q_en moving the refligerator away fl'om the wall, be careflfl not to roll over or damage the power cord.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe controlsonthe refrigerator, w Hot.oi,t.com

Thecontrols on your refrigerator will look like one of the following:

ControlSettings

Initially, set the control(s) at 5 (some models have only one control). Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.

Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the control(s) one increment at a time and aflow 12hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you

have set.

Setting the refrigerator control to 0 stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. The freezer

control (on some models) has no effect on electrical power to the refrigerator.

Controlsettings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and operating conditions, and may require more than one adjustment. Factors that affect temperature include the amount of food in the refrigerator or freezer, the frequency of door opening and the temperature of food when it is placed in the refrigerator.

Aboutthe shelvesandbins.

Not all features are on all models.

Rearranging the Shelves

Shel;es in the refrigerator and h'eezer ('On_l)arm_ents are a(!iustnble.

Refrigerator Compartment

To remove:

0 Tilt the shelf up at the fl'ont. 0 I,ifl the shelf up at the back and bring

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

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the shelf out.

Toreplace:

0 _'_hile tilting the shelf Ul), insert the top

hook at the back of the shelf in a slot

on the track.

0 I,ower the fl'ont of the shelf tmtil the

bottom of the shelf locks into place.

Freezer Compartment

Toremove:

I,i_t up the lett side oI the shelf and

slide it leii into the center of the shelt

supports.

@ Rotate the t_ght side of the shelf up and

out of the shelf supports.

Toreplace:

Holding the shelf diagonally; insert the

lefi end of the shelf into the center of

the shelf supports on the side wall.

0 Insert the _Jght end of the shelf into

the shelf supports on the side wall.

Rest each end of the shelf on the bottom of the shelf supports.

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Aboutthe shelvesandbins.

Not all features are on all models.

Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)

Spillproof shelves have special edges to hel I) prexent spills fl'om dripping to lower shelxes. To remoxe or replace the shelxes,

see Rearranging the Shelves,

Sfide-Out Spillproof Shelf (onsomemodels)

Fr0ntbar

The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you

To replace:

to reach items stored behind othe_, The special edges are designed to hel I) prevent

O Place the rear of the shelf on the shelf

spills fl'om dripping to lower shelves,

NOTE: The shelves are shipped with tape on the back. Remove this tape before attempting

to remove the shelf.

0 I,ower the shelf so that the tabs go into

Toremove:

Remoxe all items fl'om shelf.

Slide the shelf out tmfil it stops.

0 I,ifi the front edge of the shelf until the

tabs are aboxe the shelf frame.

@ Continue pulling the shelf forward until

it can be lifted out and remoxed.

Makesurethattheshelfsitsfiatafterrelhstaiiation

and doesn't move freeiy from side to side.

Make sure you push the shelves a/i the way in before you close the door

Adjustable Bins on the Door (onsomemodels)

A(!justal)le 1)ins can easily be carried fl'om reflJgerator to work area.

To remove:

IJft bin straight up; then pull out.

To replace or relocate:

Engage the bin in the molded SUl_ports of the door and push down. Bin will lock

in place.

NOTE:Binsfortherefrigeratorandfreezer doorsaredifferentsizesandarenot

interchangeable.

fl'amejust behind the fl'ont bar

Slide the shell back Imtil the tabs are above the openings,

the openings; then slide the shelf all the WaY ill,

Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door

t)etachal_le shelves deepen and enclose fixed door shelves, providing more storage

room and greater storage flexibilit,i.

Toremove:

I,ift the shelf straight up; then pull out.

Toreplace:

Engage the shelf extender in the molded supl)orts on the door and push down.

It will lock in place.

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Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crispers

Excess water that may acctmmlate in the botton_ of the (h'awe_ or under the (h'awe_

should be wiped dry.,

Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels)

Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the way to the LOW H/GHsetting to provide high lmmidi_ setting, to l)r°_ide lower humidit_ levels

recommended fi)r most xegetables, recommended fi)r most fl'uits.

Snack Pan (onsomemodels)

This pan can be mo_,ed to the most tlseftll h)cation fi)r xour tmnilx's needs.

To remove, slide the pan out to the stop

position, lilt the pan up and past the stop position, and lilt out.

Aboutcrisper removal

Not all features are on all models.

Crisper Removal

Unload the bottom shelf before attempting to

remove the storage drawers.

ToRemove:

Lift the (lrawe_ up slightly while pulling them past the stop location.

If the door prevents you fl'om taking out the drawers, first try to remove the door

bins. If this does not offer enough clearance, the refligemtor will need to

be rolled fin'ward tmtil the door opens enough to slide the (h'awet5 out. In some

cases, when you roll the refl_igerator out, you will need to move the reti]geratof

to the left or right as you roll it out.

Toremove the glass cover:

Remove the glass, then the fl'ame. \_3]en replacing the glass, push the fl'ont edge

fimflv into the fl'ame.

O Push up the glass cover at the reat:

Slide the glass cover backwards tmtil the

fl'ont edge coin es out of the fl'am e.

Removing the glass cover

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Removing the frame

O Rotate the side ot the glass cover up.

Remove the glass cove_:

Toremove the frame:

I,ifl up the fl'ont oI the fl'ame using

both hands.

@ Slide the fl'ame fin'ward. O Rotate the side ot the fl'ame up.

O Relnove the fl'alne.

Aboutthe additional features.

Not all features are on all models.

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ShelfSaver TM Rack

This slide-out rack hoMs twelve cans ot soda or two wine/water bottles (lengthwise).

Can be removed fin" cleaning.

Toremove,slide the rack out to the stop

position, lift the rack up and past the stop, and lift out.

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

Automatic Icemaker (onsomemodels)

There are 2 types of icemakers:

Greet

PowerLigl erArm

Power switch model

FeelerArmin

FeelerArmin (up)positi0n theON (down)

position

Feeler arm model

theSTOP

Icemaker

The icemaker will produce api)roxinmtely 3 to 3½ lbs. of ice in a 24-hour i)efiod,

dei)ending on the fl'eezer colni)artment

tellli)ei';Ktii'e , i'OOill tell/i)ei';Ktii'e _ ntllllber

of door ol)enings and other use conditions.

There are two t)pes of icelnakei_: power switch models and teeler am/models.

If the reli_igerator is operated befiwe the

water connection is inade to tile icemakei;

set the power switch to 0 (off)or move the

feeler ann to the STOP (up) position.

When the x'eti_igex'ator has been coxmected

to the water supply, set the power switch to the I (on)position or inove the teeler ann to

the ON (down) position. On power switch models, the green light will come on.

The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to 15°E A newl)qnstalled refl_igerator

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

Once the icetnaker starts to tnake ice, it Ina) take up to 48 houI_ to fill the bin,

depending on tile telnperature settings

and nliil/bei" of dooi" ol)enings.

You will hear a buzzing sotind each tilne

the icelnaker fills with watei:

Throw away the fiI_t tew batches of ice to allow the water line to cleai:

Be sure nothing interteres with the sweep of the teeler ann.

When the bin fills to the level _ff the feeler

aim, the icemaker will stop producing ice. It is nomml t0r several cubes to be joined

togethei: If ice is not used fl'equenfl> old ice cubes

will become cloudy, tasm stale, shrhlk or

fllse togethei:

On power switch models, the green power light will blink if ice cubes get snick ill the

icelnakei: To correct this, set the power switch to 0 (off)and relnove the cubes.

Set the power switch to I (oo] to restart the icelnakei: _Mtei" the icelnaker has been

turned on again, there will be a delay of about 45 nfinutes betore the icelnaker

I'eStlllleS ol)ei'ation.

NOTE."In homes with lower-than-averagewater pressure,you mayhear the12emakercycle mu/t)_/e

times when maklbg onebatch of ice.

Icemaker Accessory Kit

If)our refl_igerator did not alrea(l_ come equipped with an autolnatic icelnakei;

an icelnaker accessola kit is ax filable at

extI'a cost.

Water Filter Accessory

The water filter is an option at extra cost

and is available ti'om your dealer Specit)'

WR97X0214. It has complete installation

instructions and installs on 1/4" O.D. COl)per water lille or plastic tubing that

is included in a GE SlnartConnect _'' Refrigerator Tubing kit. X_]_en using the

plastic tubing, an additional piece ot plastic tubing (X_3"K08X10002) nmst also be

ordered since the plastic robing should not be cut.

Check tile back of the refrigerator fin" the specific icelnaker kit needed fin" votlr inodel.

NOTE"TheonlyGEapprovedplastictubingisthat suppliedin GESmartConnect_Refwemtor Tubing

kits.Donotuseanyotherplastlcwatersupplyfine becausethefineis underpressureatafttimes.

Certaintypesofplasticwi//crackorrupturewith

ageandcausewaterdamageto yourhome.

Careand cleaning ofthe refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The door handles and trim. Clean with

a cloth daml)ened with soapy watei: Dry with a soft cloth.

a coimnerdallv available stainless steel cleanei: Do not use appliance wax or polish

on the stainless steel.

Keep the outside clean. _4'ipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen

appliance wax or Inild liquid dish detergent, DI T and polish with a clean,

soft cloth.

The stainless steel panels and door handles

(on some models) can be cleaned with

Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors,leave an open box o_

baking soda in the t_'esh food and ti'eezei"

COIl/I)a i'tlllents.

Unplugthe refrigerator before cleaning. If this

is not i)racti(al, wring excess inoismre out (ff sponge or cloth when cleaning around

switches, lights or controls.

Use waIm water and baking soda solution-- about a tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda

to a quart (1 liter) of _teI; This both cleans and neutralizes odoi_. Thoroughly rinse

and wipe dry.

Condenser

There is no need fi)t" routine condenser cleanings ill nolinal holne operating

environlnents. Howevei; ill environlnents that Inav be particularly dusty or greasy, the

condenser shotfld be cleaned periodically tor efficient reflJgerator oi)erafion.

For models with a base grille, the grille nmst be removed ill order to clean the condensei:

Toremove the base grille:

S ty •

Cra._p it about 6 froln each end and pull its bottoln edge toward v(:,tl.

Toreplace the base grille:

Insert the tops of the metnl cliI)s into the oxal xents, lnaking sure one of the plastic

tal)s on the back of the grille goes into each

Do not wipe therefrigerator with a soiled dishcloth or wet towel Thesemay leavea residuethat

can erodethe pain£ Do not usescouringpads, powderedcleaners,bleachorc/eaneracontaining

bleachbecausetheseproductscanscratchand

weakenthepaint finish.

Avoidcleaning coldglass shelvesfensome models)

with hot water becausethe extremetemperature

difference maycausethem tobreal_Handleglass shelvescarefully Bumpingtempered glass cancause it to shatter

Donot washanyp/asticrefn)eratorpartsin the dishwasher

Donotdeanwithanyproductscontainingdetergent, bleachorammonia.Theymaydamagethe

refngerator

(ff the ox:d vents. Then push the bottom (ff the grille forward until it snaps into place.

Cleaning the condenser:

Sweep a_Lv or vacuuln up dust. Formodels with a base grille, rea ch th e

condenser b)' inserting a brush or \;Ic/ItlI/l hose into the ox_d holes.

Formodels without a base grille, reach the condenser b)' inserting a brush or \'acuunl hose under the bottoln of the refiigeratoi:

For best results, use a brush specially

designed tor this puq)ose. It is available at inost al)pliance parts stores.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be ('arefill when moving the refligerator away fl'oln the wall. _M1types of floor

coverings can be dalnaged, i)articularly cushioned coverings and those with

elnbossed S/li]ilces.

BEFOREmovingtherefn)eratorawayfromthe wall, besuretoadjustthelevelinglegsup.(SeeRollers andLevelingLegs.)

Pull the reflJgerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight ill.

Moving the refl_igerator ill a side direction inay result ill dalnage to the floor covering

or reflJgeratoi:

Whenpushing therefrigeratorback,makesure you don't rofl over thepower cordor icemakersupplyline (onsome models).

Preparing for Vacation

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For lollg x_lr;l[iOllS or nbsen(es, I'eIllO\P

fl>od and unplug the refiigerato_: Move tile refligerator control to tile 0 (Off)position

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

baldng soda to one quart (1 liter) of watel; Leave the doo,_ open.

Set the icemaker power switch to the 0 (off) position or move the teeler man to the STOP

(up) position (depending on model) and

shut off the water supply to the refligerator. If the temperature can drop below fl'eezing,

have a qualified sela'icer drain the water supply s)_stem (on some models) to prevent serious prope_W)' damage due to flooding.

Preparing to Move

Serm'e all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by taping them

secm'ely ix*})lace to pre\ ent damage.

Besuretherefn_leratorstays/))anup@t posit/on

&n)_gmov/?)g

Replacingthe lightbulbs.

Setting either or both controls to 0 (off) does not remove power to the light circuit.

Some models have only one light.

Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light

Lil_l_llt,llB._a_T_n_t'Llghtbu/bsmaybeho£ 0 Replace with an al)l)liance bulb of

Unplug tile reh'igerator. 0 Plug tile refligerator back in.

0 Tile bulbs are located at tile top of tile

con_l)artment near tile oi)elfing.

Freezer Compartment Dome Light (on some models)

aUTION:L,Vh,bulbsbe @ dtei-replacing with an applia nee bulb

Unl)lug tile reflJgeratoi: tile shield.

O The bulb is located behind a light _ Plug the refrigerator back in.

shield at the back of the ti'eezer

coii/l)artlilent. To i'eii/ove_ squeeze

tile top and bottoln of tile shield and pull the shield off.

tile salne or lower wattage

of tile same or lower wattage, replace

Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

Models 18and 19

ffyou have questions,call 1.800.GE.CARESor ,isit our Website at: www.Hotpoint.com

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

" IMPORTANT - S.ve hese

instructions flit local inspector's use.

"IMPORTANT - Obse,,e.ll

governing codes and ordinances.

* Note to Installer - Besure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

. Note to Consumer - KeeI) these instructions

for future reference.

* Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical skills.

* Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

15 minutes.

* Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installe_:

" Product/hilure due to improper installation is not

covered under the _'\.u'mnty.

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

(ON SOME MODELS)

If the refrigerator has an icelnaker, it will have to be COlmected to a cold water line. AGE water

supply kit (coi_tailfing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is awfilable at extra cost froln your dealer

or by visiting our Website at ge.coln or Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refl{gerator where the telnperature

will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run olten enough to nmii_tain proper telnperatures.

• Do not install the refrigerator where the telnperature

will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not perlorln properly.

• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it hilly

loaded.

CLEARANCES

Pdlow the fl)llowing clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and phunl)ii_g and electrical

colnlectiollS.

• Sides 1/8" (3 mm)

• Top 1" (25 ram)

• Back 1" (25 ram)

If the refrigerator is to be installed next to a wall on the hinge side, allow 5/16" (8 ram) door clearance.

ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS

Rollers allow you to move the reflJgerator away fl'om the wall fl)I" cleaning.

Leveling Legs near each fl'ont corner of tile reflJgeratoi; next to the rolleI_, should be a(!iusted if any of the

tollowing occm_:

• Refrigerator wobbles due to fl'ont roller not being filmly

positioned on the floor.

• Door(s) do not close easily when opened to 45 °. NOTE:

• BEFORE, n_oving the reli_igerator away fl'Oln the wall,

be sure to turn the leveling legs counterclockwise so that the weight (if the reti_igerator is hilly transterred to the

fi'ont rolleI_.

• The refiJgerator will not be level fl'Oln fl'ont to back. It

will haxe a slight backward tilt fiw proper dooi_closing.

To adjust the leveling legs, turn the two fl'ont leveling legs dockwise to raise the fl'ont of the retiigerator and

comlterclockwise to lower it.

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refrigerator

Installation instructions

iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LINE (ONSOMEMODELS)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

I),e{ ommended copper water supply kits m'e WXSX2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of

tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines ate GE SmartConnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing

(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and

WX08X10025).

When comlecting yore" refl'igerator to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation

is with a GE RV/(it. For other reverse osmosis water systems, fl)llow the l//alltl[_lCttlrer's recol/ll//elldatiollS.

This water line installation is not warranted bv the refl'igerator or icemaker manufhcturer. Follow these

instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

_%_ter hammer (water banging ill the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to t efl'igerator parts and

lead to water leakage or flooding. (:all a qualified plumber to correct water hammer beflwe 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 yonr refi'igerator beflwe connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in

the 0 (oh_)position (on power switch models) or the fbeler arm is in the STOP (up) position (on fl_eler arm

models).

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures Ihll below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) during installation, be sure the device is double insulated or grounded ill 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'" Refrigerator Tubing kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refi'igerator

to the water supply. If using coppe_; be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.

To (letemfine how inuch tubing you need: Measure tile distance ti'oln the water valve on the back of the

refi'igerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8'

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

8' [2.4 in] coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm] dialneter) to allow the reli'igerator to inove out ti'Olll

the wall atier installation.

GE Slnart(;olmect ''_ Refl'igerator Tubing Kits are awfilable in the fl)llowing lengths:

2' (0.6 m) - WX08X10002 6' (1.8 m) - WX08X10006

15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015

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

as described above.

NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that supplied in GE SmartCmmect '_'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 mid cause

water damage to your home.

Installation Instructions

iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LiNE (CONT.)

Install the shutoff wflve on the nearest frequently used

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

drinking water line.

• A GE water supply Mt (containing tubing, shutoff _dve and fittings listed below) is a_ilable at extra

cost ]_]x)nl VO/lr dealer or t]'oI// Pill'tS illld Accessories,

800.626.2002.

• A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 2(1 and 12(1 p.s.i. (I.4-8.1 bar).

• Power drill.

• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.

• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.

• Two 1/4" outer dimneter compression nuts and

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

[] 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 fin" tile vah'e that is easily accessible. It is best to COlmect into tile side of a

vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect into a horizolmfl water pipe, inake tile colmection to tile top or side, rather than at tile bottoln, to

aw_id drawing off any sediinent froul the water pipe.

• If xou are usino "l (;E _ mai_(,( mlect Refrigerator Tubing kit, tile necess;n) fittings are preassembled to

the tubing

• If your existing copper water lille has a flared fitting at tile end, you will need all adapter (available at plumbing supply stores) to connect tile water lille to

tile _efl'igerator OR you can cut off tile flared fitting

with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.

Do not cut fl)rmed end fl'om GE SmartConnect >' Refl'igerator tubing.

• Shntoffvalve to connect to the cold water line. Tile shutoff _:dve should have a water inlet with a

miniumm inside diameter of 5/32" at tile point of

connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-t_pe

shutoff _ulves are included ill many water supply kits.

Befln'e purchasing, make sure a saddle-t)pe ",:dye complies with your local phunbing codes.

[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

Drill a 1/4" hole in tile water pipe (even it using a sell:piercing valve), using a sharp bit. I_eluove anv

braTS resulting fl'om drilling tile hole in tile 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 production or smaller cubes.

Installation Instructions

[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutoff _al_e to the cold water pipe with

tile pipe clamp.

PipeClamp

Saddle-Type ShutoffValve

NOTE: Conm_onwealth of Massachusetts Plmnl)ing

Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wdves

are illegal and rise is not permitted in Massachusetts.

(_onsult with vom" licensed i_lmnbe_:

VerticalCold WaterPipe

[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

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

NOTE: Do not overtighten or VO/1 Ill}IV cI'/Ish tile tubing.

Pipe End

Clamg

-Washer

[] CONNECT THE TUBING

TO THE VALVE

Place tile compression nut and teHule (sleexe) for COl)per tubing onto the end of tile tubing and

connect it to tile shutoff xalxe.

Make sm'e tile tubing is flflly inserted into tile valve. Tighten the compression nut secm'elv.

For plastic tubing fl'om a GE Sinart()mnect "_ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert tile molded end

of the robing into the shutoff valve and tighten compression nut until it is hand-tight; then tighten

one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening

III_IV C_l rise lea ks.

--Compression Nut

Saddle-Type ShutoffValve

PackingNut-

OutletValve-- Ferrule(sleeve)

NOTE: Collllllonwealth ot Massachusetts Phmlbing

Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not pemdtted in Massachusetts.

Consult with yore" licensed i)lmnber.

SmartConnectTM

[] 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 a@_cent base cabinet) as close to the wall as possible,

NOTE: Be sm'e there is sufficient extra tubing

(about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow tile refrigerator to move

out ti'om the wall atter installation.

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn tile main water sui)ply on and flush out tile tubing tmtil tile water is clear.

Sh tit the water ott at the water valve after about

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

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR

NOTES:

• Before making the connection to the reli'igerator, be sure the 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. ]nstall

it in the water line near the refl'igerator. If using

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

will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to

connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to

install filter.

Remove the screws holding the right side of the

access cover. Fold back the cover.

Remoxe the plastic flexible cap fl'om the water xalxe

(refi'igerator connection),

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of

the tubing as shown. On GE Smart(:onnect "_ Refrigerator

Tubing kit, the nuts are alreadv assembled to the tubing.

Insert the end of the tubing into the water wdve connection as flu" as possible. While holding the

tubing, tighten the fitting.

[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

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

Icemaker Models withoutWater Dispenser

1/4"Tubing

_ressionNut

(sleeve)

SmartC(

Tubing

Water DispenserModels

Tubing Clamp_.

1/4" CompressionNut.

Refrig

- Refrigerator Connection

1/4"Tubin_

)nnect_ Tubing

For plastic tubing fl'om a GE Smart(_onnect "_ Refi'igerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end

of the tubing into the water wdve connection and tighten 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 to hold

it in a vertical position. You mav need to PU open the clamp.

[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE

SHUTOFF VALVE

Tighten any connections that leak.

Reattach the access coxer.

Installation Instructions

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

&_rranoe the coil ot tubing so that it does not _ibrate

against the back of the refl'igerator or against the

wall. Push the refl'igerator back to the wall.

START THE ICEMAKER

On power switch models, set the icemaker power

switch to the I (On) position. On feeler arm models, move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position. The

icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°(',) or below.

It will then begin operation automatically:

Powerswitchmodel

the ON(down)position

Feelerarmmodel

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

eno//(rh water to tile icemaker.

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

IMPORTANT NOTES

When reversing tile door swing:

• Read tile instluctions all tile way through befi)re starting.

• Handle parts careflfllv to avoid scratching paint.

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

• Provide a non-scratching work surtace fin. tile dooi_.

IMPORTANT: Once wm begin, do not move tile

cabinet until dooi=swing reversal is completed.

These instructions are fin" changing the hinges fl'om

the right side to the lett side--if w)u ever want to change the hinges back to the right side, tollow these same

instructions and revei_e all references to lett and right. Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet. Empty all door shelves, including the dairy

compartment,

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Phillipsscrewdriver

Maskingtape

T2OorT25Torx®

driver,whicheveryour modelrequires

3/8" Head socket driver

(a 6-point socket is

recommended)

Puttyknifeor

thin-bladescrewdriver

Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

%q_e the door shut with masking tape.

I(emove the hinge cover on top (ff the fl'eezer door

(on some models).

Remove the two Torx': screws, then lift the hinge straight up to fi'ee the hinge pin fi'om the socket in

the top of the doo_:

TopHinge__ I

Remove the tape and tilt the door away fl'om the cabinet. I,ifl it off the center hinge pin.

Set the door on a non-scratching sm'tace with the inside up.

[] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

Tape the door shut with masking tape.

Remoxe the center hinge pin with a ,/8 socket and ratchet.

PlasticWasher

HingePin--

CenterHinge _ Bracket

FreshFoodDoor

Remove the tape and tilt the door away fl'om the cabinet. Remove and save the washer on the hinge pin.

i,ifl the door straight up to fl'ee its bottom socket fl'om the pin in the bottom hinge bracket.

Set the door on a non-scratching surfi_ce xdth the inside up.

CAUTION: Do not let door drop to the floor. To do so could damage the door stop.

[] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO

THE LEFT

Interchange hinge and screws at top _ight with scre_:s

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

Installation instructions

[] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE

BRACKET TO THE LEFT

For models with a base grille, remo_e it by ,grasI)ing, it about 6" fron_ each end and pulling its botton_ edge

toward rot i.

Using a Torx <':drive_; move tile bottom hinge bracket

and plastic washer fl'om the right side to the left side.

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

check to see if it is stuck to tile bottom of tile doo_:

@_i PlasticWasher

Hinge

[] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE

BRACKET TO THE LEFT

Remove tile center hinge bracket bv removing tile three Torx _':screws.

NOTE: Kee I) these screws with tile hinge bracket. They are long screws and will be used when installing

the hinge on the other side.

On some models, you will need to relnove tile col()> matched caps fl'om tile screw heads beli)re you can

remove tile scre_vs. Use tile edge of a thin fiat blade to gently I)_y the caps offthe screw heads. (A put_i knife

works well for this.) Cover tile blade with tape to prevent scratching tile paint.

Remove the three Torx <'_screws from the center left

side of the cabinet. Screw them into the holes on

the right side. Place the center hinge bracket over the holes at

the center left side of the cabinet. Insert and tighten the three long screws.

Replace the caps by snapping them over tile screws

with your finger.

For models with a base grille, before rei)laciw*_ tile base grille, remove tile grille cap by removing tile

screw. Screw the cap to the opposite side.

Replace tile base g_ille by inserting tile tops of tile metal clips into tile ox_d vents, making sure one of tile

plastic tal> on tile back of tile g_ille goes into each of the oven vents. Then push tile bottom of tile g_ille

forward until it snaps into place.

[] TRANSFER DOOR STOPS

On each doo_; moxe tile metal door stop trom tile _ight to tile left.

Moxe any scrm_s from the left to the right.

DoorSto

LeftSide

RightSide

ScrewCap

Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)

[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR

DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT

To remove the handle: Remove the plug button by

carefully prying under the edge with a putt)' knife. Remove the exposed screw holding the handle.

HandlePlug

Remove the two screws holding the handle to the top of the doo_:

Handle

_jug

[] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR

HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.)

Transfer the door I)lug, button to the opposite side.

Butt_

Reinstalling the hmadle: Attach the handle to the

right side of the doo_:

Handle

Plug_ _'

After removing the hmldle: Move the small plug

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

SmallPlu, Buttons

Move the large plug button from the left edge of the door and inse_x it into the hole on the opposite side.

PlugButton

Installation Instructions

[] TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR

HANDLE TO THE RIGHT

Remo_e the screws holding the handle to the top and

botton_ of the door. Remoxe handle.

Move the plug button on the right side of 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 dora;

[] REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

I,ower the i'etl_gei'atoi" dooI" onto the bottoI/l hinge, I)in"

Plastic

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

Reinstall the center hinge pin with a 3/8" socket.

Tm'n it tmtil it extends through the hinge bracket and into the door.

PlasticWasher ._,-(_,

Hinge Pin--------_

CenterHinge-_''''"_ ,_

Bracket _ _--

Refrigerator Door

[] REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR

i,ower the fl'eezer door onto the center hinge pin. Be sm'e the washer is in place.

I} CenterHinge Pin

Plastic

i,ifl the top hinge so the pin fits into the door socket.

Support the door on the handle side and make sm'e

the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the fl'ont. While hoMing the door in

place, tighten the top hinge screws.

Normal operating sounds.

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 mn taster and hmger than wmr old refl'igerator and wm may

hear a high-i)itched hum or pulsating sotmd while it is operating.

• _m may hear a whooshing sound when the (loo_ close. This is due to i)ressure equalizing within the retiJgeratoi;

CLICKS, POPS,

CRACKS and CHIRPS

• You may hear cracking or i)oi)ping sounds when the refrigerator is first plugged in. This hal)pens as the

refrigei'ator cools to the correct teil/l)erattlre.

• The compressor may cause a clicking or chiq)ing sotmd when attempting to restart (this could take up to 5 minutes).

• Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defl'ost can cause a cracking or i)oi)ping

SOtlnd.

• On models with an icemake_; after an icemaking cycle, you mav hear the ice cubes dropping into

the ice bucket.

• On models with a dispenser, dm'ing water dispense, wm may hear the water lines move at initial dispense

and after dispenser button is released.

WHIR./

• You may hear the rims spinning at high speeds.

This hal)pens when the refrigerator is first plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when

a large amount of fi)od is added to the refl'igerator or fl'eezer compartments. The rims are helping to

maintain the correct temperatures.

WATERSOUNDS

• The flow of refl'igerant through the fl'eezer cooling coils may make a gm'gling noise like boiling water.

• Water dropping on the defl'ost heater can Catlse a sizzling, I)oI)ping or buzzing SOtlild dm'ing the

defl'ost cycle.

• A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cvcle as ice melts ti'om the evaporator and flows into

the drain pan.

• Closing the door mav cause a gurgling sound due to pressure equalization.

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

Possible Causes

Freezer doorpops open This is normal if, after

when refrigerator door popping open, the freezer

is closed door closed on its own.

Door does not close Leveling legs need adjusting. • See Rollers and Leveling Legs. by #serf

Refrigerator does Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • \_'ait ab()ut 40 minutes h w (leli'()st cycle to end. not operate Refrigerator control ha • l_/h)ve the retiJgerat()r aud ti'eezer c()utr()l t_) a

0 (off)position, tern l)el';Itt II'e settiug. Refrigerator is unplugged, • Push the laltu"_completely, into the outlet.

The fuse is blown/circuit • Replace fl/se or reset the breakel; breaker is tripped.

What ToDo

• This indicates that there is a good seal on the freezer

(loo_; If the ti'eezer door does not autonmticallv close after

I)oI)ping open, the rollers need a(!iusting. See Rollers and

Leveling Legs.

Vibration orrattling Refrigerator is not resting • A(!i ust leveling legs (See Rollers and Leveling Legs).

(slight vibration on all four rollers. is normal)

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator • \_'ait 94 l/()tus fl)r the reflJgerator to completely

long periods or cycles is first plugged ha. co()l (h)wu. on and off frequently (Modern refrigerators

with more storage amounts of food are

space and a larger placed ha refrigerator.

operating time. They start and stop often

tomaintain even door openhags. temperatures.) Temperature controls set • See About the controls.

Often occurs when large • This is uomml.

if )ackaoe is holding door open.freezer require more Door left open. • Check to see l

Hot weather or frequent • This is uomml.

at the coldest setting,

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

Warm weather or frequent • Set the tell/l)el'att/l'e (outrol oue step coldel:

door opelfings. See About the controls.

Door left open. • Check to see if l)ackage, is holding door ol)eu. Freezer door popped open. • See the problem Freezer door pops open when

refrigerator door is closed.

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

Frequent"buzzing" sound

door ope_fings. Food blocking freezer air vents. • Move items away ti'()m the back wall of the ti'eezeL

lcema_ker power switch is ha the I (on) position, but the

water supply to the refrigerator has not been comaected.

• Set the power switch to the O (off) position. Keelfin(*_ it in the I (on) position will damage the water ; I1;e.

if )a(ka,,e is holding door open.Frost or ice crystals Door left open. • (:he('k to see l _ ,

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Troubleshooting -tips

Possible Causes What ToDo

Automaticicemaker (onsomemodels)

doesnotwork

Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs clemahag. • EmpV and wash bin. Discard old cubes. odor/taste

Icema.ker power switch is

not on,

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

Freezer compartment • Wait 24 hotu_ fl)l" the refl'igerat_)l" t() (()ml)letely

too warln, cool dowu,

Piled up cubes in the storage • I,evel cubes by hand. bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

Ice cubes stuck in icema_ker. • Tuna off the icemakel; remove cubes and turn the (Green power light on icelnaker back on.

icemaker blinking.)

Food lrmlsmitthag odor/taste • Wrap fi)ods well.

to ice cubes,

• On power switch models, set tile power switch to the I (on) position. On feeler am_ models, mo_,e the feeler

am/to the ON (down) position,

Interior of refrigerator • See Care and cleaning.

needs clemfing.

if )acka,,e is holding door open.Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. • (_heck to see 1

Temperature control not set • See About thecontrols.

cold enough, • A newly installed reflJgerator may take 12-24 hotu_

to be_iu iua!du,_ ice cubes.

Moisture forms on Not unusual during • \4"ipe suYlilce (liT; then a(!just the fresh fi)od control cabinet surface periods of high humidity. ,setfiw_ one number higher, and check again, in 24 horus.

between the doors

Refrigerator has odor Foods _'m_s_mitth_g • Foods with strong odm_ should be tightly wral)ped.

odor to refrigerator. • Kee l) an ol_en box of baking, soda in the refi_igerator;

rel)lace every three mouths.

Interior needs clemfing, • See Care and cleaning.

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

carriesmoistureinto Open containers of water or • C()ver (11"seal ()pen c()utainel_. D ufing a (lefr_)st cv('le

refrigerator when doors warm food in the refrigerator, moisture will be removed fl'om the reflJgeratol', but may are opened) return with hmg or fl'equeut door openings.

Refrigerator compartment No power at outlet. • Replace fi/se or reset the breakel:

light does not work Light bulb burned out or loose. • See Replacingthelight bulbs.

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Possible Causes What ToDo

Hotair frombottom ofrefrigerator

Foodtreezing in Food too close to the air vent * Move the fl)od away fl'om the air vent (nero" the

the refrigerator at the back of the refrigerator, controls).

Orange glow Defrost heater is on. * This ix mmual. in the freezer

Normal air flow cooling motor, ha the refrigeration

process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the

area under the refrigerator.

Some floor coverings will

discolor at these normal mad safe temperatures.

Refrigerator control is set * Move the refiJgerator control to a _mner too cold. telr/l)el':lttll'e setting one incI'el//ent _lt ;i filr/e.

Door bins do not fit The freezer door bills are * TI_,, to inst_lll the bins ill b()th do()I_.

in the door a different size than the

refrigerator door bills.

Freezer light does Some models do not have a * (;beck fi w a senti-clear (h_me light shield in the ti'eezer

not work freezer right, ceiling. II the dome is opaque white, the model does not

have a ti'eezer light. Check for a door a(ti_ted light

switch on tire right side (ff tire freezel:/f there ixonly a cap in place _ffa switch, the model does not have

a tl'eezer light.

Light bulb burned out * or loose,

See Replacing the light bulbs.

Controls do notlight up Some models do not have * If you ('an read white ntllllbel's on tire (olltrol setting,

righted controls, tire model does not have lighted controls.

Refrigerator right bulb burned * See Replacingthelight bulbs. out or loose.

Icebucketdoesnotfit undertheicemaket

The freezer shelf is ha the

top position.

• Place the sheff ill the lower position. See Rearranging

the shelves.

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