LG GBC12IAXRSS User Manual

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Refrigerators

Bottom Freezer

MFL59752401 49-60570 09-08 JR

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

Operating Instructions

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Shelves and Bins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7

Installation Instructions

Installing the Anti-Tip

Floor Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 16

Installing the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . .9

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . .10–14

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .17–19

Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . . . .17

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . . . . .back cover

Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 22

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # ____________________ Serial #______________________

Find these numbers on a label on the left wall of the fresh food compartment.

Model GBC12IAX

Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

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

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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 before it is used.

■ Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang

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

■ Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer

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

■ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

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

■ 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.

■ 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 icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

■ Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making

repairs.

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

■ Setting either or both controls to cold does

not remove power to the light circuit.

■ Do not refreeze frozen foods which have

thawed completely.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR

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

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

■ Take off the doors.

■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not

easily climb inside.

Refrigerants

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

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

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

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

DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

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WARNING!

HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the controls with temperature settings.

This unit has temperature controls for both the refrigerator and freezer compartments that let you regulate the temperature. These controls are located at the top of the fresh food compartment just inside the door.

The initial setting of each temperature control is shown above. After your refrigerator is installed, allow 2-3 hours to stabilize at normal operating temperature.

To change the temperature of the refrigerator compartment, press the Fridge Temp button to adjust the temperature from Cold to Coldest.

To change the temperature of the freezer compartment, press the Freezer Temp

button to adjust the temperature from

Cold to Coldest.

Multi-flow Air Tower

Changing the Temperature

The Multi-flow Air Tower is designed to maximize temperature control in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. This unique special feature consists of the Air Tower along the back wall of the refrigerator and Air Vents behind the bins on the freezer’s rear wall. Placing food in front of the louvers on these components will not affect performance.

Do not place vegetables, fruit or other easily frozen items close to louver vents. The cold air coming from the vent may cause the items to become extremely cold or freeze.

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TurboFreeze

™

TurboFreeze is used when you want

to freeze foods quickly. Push the TurboFreeze button once

to activate the TurboFreeze option. The indicator light will illuminate when the feature is activated.

Once activated, the TurboFreeze operation takes about 3 hours. After 3 hours, or if the TurboFreeze button is pressed again, the freezer compartment will return to the original setting and the light will be off.

About Door Alarm

The door alarm will sound if the fresh food door is open for more than 60 seconds.

The beeping stops when you close the door.

Vacation Button

This function makes the refrigerator work in a power saving mode, which is useful when you are away on vacation, by reducing

energy consumption. Press the Vacation Mode button once to activate. Press it again to deactivate.

Vacation

Mode

Turbo

Freeze

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About the shelves and bins. ge.com

Rearranging the Shelves

To remove: Lift the bin straight up,

then pull out. To replace: Engage the bin

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

To remove: Lift up on the front of the shelf and pull the shelf past the stop location.

To replace: Tilt the shelf up while engaging it in the molded supports on the sides of the refrigerator cavity. Push the shelf past the stop position.

NOTE: The shelves will not fit in the third position.

Door Bins

To remove: Slide the pan out to the stop position, lift the pan up and past the stop position, and lift the pan out.

To replace: Insert the rear of the pan

over the stop and slide the pan back into position.

Storage Bins

Third position

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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

The door handles and trim. Clean with a

cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not use wax on the door handles and trim.

Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish.

The stainless steel door and door handles.

Stainless steel can be cleaned with a soft cloth soaked with hot water or liquid detergent. If you use a detergent, be sure to wipe with a clean, wet cloth. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, chlorine bleach, rough brushes or other harsh cleaners on the stainless steel. This may cause permanent damage.

Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.

Cleaning the Inside

To help prevent odors, leave an open box

of baking soda in the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.

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

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

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.

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves carefully. Bumping tempered glass can cause it to shatter.

Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher.

Behind the Refrigerator

Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces.

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

When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some models).

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

If the temperature can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to flooding.

Preparing for Long Vacations

Preparing to Move

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

When using a hand truck to move the refrigerator, do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator against the hand truck. This could damage the refrigerator. Handle only from the sides of the refrigerator.

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

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

CAUTION: Light bulbs may

be hot.

Unplug the refrigerator.

The bulbs are located at the top of the refrigerator compartment behind the controls. To remove the light shield, grasp the shield at the back and pull out to release the tabs at the back.

Rotate the shield down and then forward to release the tabs at the front of the shield.

After replacing with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

NOTE: If a bulb is not available at your local store, please contact GE Customer Support.

Replacing the Light Bulbs

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Instructions

Model GBC12IAX

Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com

In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•

IMPORTANT — Save these instructions

for local inspector’s use.

•

IMPORTANT — Observe all governing

codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions

for future reference.

• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time – Refrigerator Installation

20 minutes

• Proper installation is the responsibility

of the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation

is not covered under the Warranty.

PREPARATION

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORS If the refrigerator will not fit through a doorway,

the refrigerator door and freezer drawer or door (depending on model) can be removed.

• To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1

in the Reversing the Door Swing section.

• To remove the freezer door, see Steps 2

and 3 in the Reversing the Door Swing section.

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

Adjustable Wrench

Phillips-Head Screwdriver

10 mm Socket Ratchet/Driver

Thin-Blade Screwdriver

1/8″ Drill Bit and

Electric or Hand Drill

5/16″ or 8 mm Nut Driver

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will

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

• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will

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

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

CLEARANCES

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

Sides 2″ (5.08 cm) Top 2″ (5.08 cm) Back 2″ (5.08 cm)

PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

See the grounding information attached to the power cord.

PUT THE REFRIGERATOR IN PLACE

Move the refrigerator to its final location.

LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

The leveling legs have 3 purposes:

1) The leveling legs adjust so the door closes

easily when opened about halfway. (The front of the refrigerator should be 1/4″ [6 mm] higher than the rear of the refrigerator.)

2) The leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is

firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble.

3) The leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake

to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning.

Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

CAUTION: To avoid possible

personal injury or property damage, the leveling legs must firmly touch the floor.

SET THE CONTROLS

Set the controls to the recommended setting.

INSTALL TOE KICK

Transfer the slide plate as needed. Using a Phillips screwdriver, secure the toe kick

with the screws provided.

A B

Screw

Slide Plate

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Installation Instructions

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

IMPORTANT NOTES

When reversing the door swing:

• Read the instructions all the way through before

starting.

• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.

• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid

using them in the wrong places.

• Provide a non-scratching work surface

for the doors.

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

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

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

compartment.

Thin-blade Screwdriver

Masking Tape

Adjustable Wrench 10 mm Socket Ratchet/Driver

REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Tape the door shut with masking tape. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the

electronics box cover screws on the flanges toward the back of the refrigerator.

Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the hinge cover screws. Lift up the front of the electronics box cover to lift off the hinge cover. DO NOT remove the electronics box cover. There will be a wire harness connection to the hinge cover. Do not disconnect. Place the hinge cover on the top of the refrigerator, being careful not to pinch or damage any wires.

Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the door cap screws. Lift the cap off of the door.

Using a 10 mm socket ratchet/driver, remove the hex screws securing the top hinge. Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge from the socket in the top of the fresh food door.

A B

Electronics Box Cover

Phillips Screwdriver

Screws

Hinge Cover

Screw

Door Cap

Hex Screws

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REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR (CONT.)

Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the cabinet. Lift the door off of the center hinge pin.

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

NOTE: When removing the door, watch for washer(s) between the center hinge and the bottom of the fresh food door that may stick to the door. Do not lose them.

CAUTION: Do not let the door drop to the floor.

This could damage the doorstop.

REMOVE THE CENTER HINGE

Tape the freezer door shut with masking tape. Remove the hex screws securing the center hinge

to the cabinet using a 10 mm socket ratchet/driver. Lift the center hinge off of the freezer door.

NOTE: When removing the hinge, watch for washer(s) between the hinge and the door. Do not lose them.

TRANSFER TOP HINGE

Using an adjustable wrench, remove the hinge pin and washer(s) from the bottom of the hinge. Turn the hinge over and reinstall the hinge pin so it is on the bottom of the hinge.

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

REMOVE FREEZER DOOR

Remove the tape and lift the door off of the lower hinge.

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

CAUTION: Do not let the door drop

to the floor. This could damage the doorstop.

Hex Screws

Center Hinge

Hex Screws

TRANSFER TOE KICK AND BOTTOM HINGE

Using a Phillips screwdiver, remove the screws securing the toe kick to the cabinet.

Pull the toe kick to remove it from the refrigerator.

Transfer the slide plate from the left side and install it on the right.

Using a 10 mm socket ratchet/driver, remove the screws securing the bottom hinge to the cabinet.

Using an adjustable wrench, remove the hinge pin and washer(s) from the right side of the bracket and install it on the left.

Install the bottom hinge on the left side of the cabinet.

Place the toe kick back onto the front of the refrigerator cabinet. The cutout will go around the bottom hinge pin.

Secure the toe kick with the screws removed earlier.

Screw

Bottom Hinge Pin

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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.)

TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

Using a thin-blade screwdriver, carefully remove the square button plugs from the handle. NOTE: Be careful not to scratch the stainless or plastic surfaces.

Remove the round button plugs on the other side of the door. NOTE: Be careful not to scratch the stainless steel surface.

Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws from the handle.

Insert the round button plugs into the holes on the hinge side of the door. NOTE: Be careful not to scratch stainless steel.

Place the door handle over the holes on the handle side of the door. Attach using screws removed earlier.

Insert the square button plugs over the handle screws. NOTE: Be careful not to scratch stainless steel or plastic surfaces.

Square

Button

Plugs

TRANSFER FREEZER DOORSTOP AND HOLE INSERTS

Remove the freezer doorstop from the bottom right side of the door.

Remove the hole insert from the bottom right side of the freezer door.

Install the freezer doorstop to the bottom left side of the freezer door.

Install the hole insert on the bottom left side of the freezer door.

Using a flat-head screwdriver, remove the hole insert from the top left side of the freezer door. NOTE: Be careful not to scratch the stainless steel or plastic surfaces.

Install the hole insert on the top right side of the freezer door.

Round Button

Plugs

Phillips Screws

Hole

Insert

Doorstop

Hole

Insert

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HANG THE FREEZER DOOR

Using a thin-blade screwdriver, pry the center hinge plug from the cabinet. Be careful not to scratch the surface.

Install the center hinge plug on the right side of the cabinet where the hinge bracket was removed.

Make sure the washer(s) are in place on the bottom hinge pin. Place the freezer door on the bottom hinge.

Close the door and tape it in place with masking tape.

INSTALL CENTER HINGE

Insert the pin on the bottom of the center hinge into the freezer door on the left side with the back of the bracket against the cabinet. The hinge bracket will have to be inverted for this installation. Using screws previously removed, attach the hinge to the cabinet.

Remove the tape holding the door shut.

CAUTION:When assembled correctly,

the hinge is tight against the cabinet. ATTENTION: Screws must be properly tightened.

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

TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE

Using a thin-blade screwdriver, carefully remove the square button plugs from the handle. NOTE: Be careful not to scratch the stainless steel or plastic surfaces.

Remove the round button plugs on the other side of the door. NOTE: Be careful not to scratch the stainless steel surface.

Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws from the handle.

Insert the round button plugs into holes on the hinge side of the door. NOTE: Be careful not to scratch stainless steel.

Place the door handle over the holes on the handle side of the door. Attach using the screws removed earlier.

Insert the square button plugs over the handle screws. NOTE: Be careful not to scratch stainless steel or plastic surfaces.

Center Hinge Plug

Square

Button

Plugs

Round Button

Plugs

Phillips Screws

Screws

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REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.)

TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOORSTOP AND HOLE INSERTS

Remove the fresh food doorstop from the bottom right side of the door.

Remove the hole insert from the bottom right side of the fresh food door.

Install the fresh food doorstop to the bottom left side of the door.

Install the hole insert on the bottom left side of the fresh food door.

HANG THE FRESH FOOD DOOR

Place the fresh food door onto the center hinge over the pin.

While holding the door in place, raise the top hinge and insert the top pin into the hole in the door. Swing door shut.

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

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

INSTALL DOOR CAP (CONT.)

Place the top cap onto the top of the fresh food drawer.

Using the screws removed earlier, secure the top cap onto the fresh food door, covering the end of the hinge.

Screw

INSTALL HINGE COVER AND ELECTRONICS BOX COVER

Remove the tab from the left side of the hinge cover.

Install the tab into the right side of the hinge cover.

Lift up the electronics box cover and place the middle portion of the hinge cover over the wire harnesses and under the edge of the electronics box cover. NOTE: Be careful not to pinch the wiring.

Using the screws removed earlier, attach the hinge cover to the cabinet.

Using the screws removed earlier, attach the electronics box cover to the cabinet.

INSTALL DOOR CAP

Remove the insert on the bottom of the door cap with a thin-blade screwdriver.

Install the insert into the right side of the door cap.

Electronics Box Cover

Screws

Hinge Cover

Hole

Insert

Doorstop

Installation Instructions

LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR BRACKET

Place the anti-tip floor bracket locator template (included inside the anti-tip kit) onto the floor up against the rear wall, within W and in line with the desired location of the RH side of the refrigerator (see Figure 1).

Place the anti-tip floor bracket onto the locator template with its RH floor holes lined up with the floor holes indicated on the template sheet, approximately 6

⁄8″ from the edge of the sheet

or the RH side of the refrigerator. Hold the template down in position and use the

anti-tip floor bracket as a template for marking the holes based upon your configuration and type of construction as shown in Step 3. Mark the hole locations with a pencil, nail or awl.

NOTE: It is REQUIRED to use at least 2 screws to mount the floor bracket (one on each side of the anti-tip floor bracket). Both must be into either the wall or the floor. Figure 2 indicates all the acceptable mounting configurations for screws. Identify the screw holes on the anti-tip floor bracket for your configuration.

MEASURE CABINET OPENING AVAILABLE VS. REFRIGERATOR WIDTH

Measure the width of the cabinet opening where the refrigerator will be placed, W.

Be sure to account for any countertop overhang, baseboard thickness and any clearance desired. Width, W, should not be less than 28 inches. The refrigerator will be placed approximately in the middle of this opening.

WARNING

Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator can tip forward.

Injury to persons can result. Install the Anti-Tip Bracket packed with this

refrigerator.

Baseboard Thickness or Countertop Overhang (Whichever Is Greater) Plus Any Desired Clearance

Rear Wall

Front

RH Side

Hole for Anti-Tip Bracket

2 Wall Holes

RH Side of Refrigerator

Floor – Concrete (2 Holes)

Floor – Wood (2 Holes)

65⁄8″

Locator Template Sheet

Floor Bracket to Install

RH Holes

Rear RH Corner of Cabinet Wall

REFRIGERATOR

Figure 1 – Installation Overview

INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR BRACKET

Installation Instructions

LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR BRACKET (CONT.)

Preferred Installation – Wood

Preferred Installation –

Concrete

Minimum Acceptable #1 –

Wall Plate Stud

Minimum Acceptable #2 –

Wood Floor

Minimum Acceptable #3 –

Concrete Floor

Figure 2 – Acceptable Screw Placement

Locations

CONCRETE Wall and Floor Construction:

• Anchors required (not provided):

4 each 1/4″ x 1 1/2″ lag bolts 4 each 1/2″ O.D. sleeve anchors

• Drill the recommended size holes

for the anchors into the concrete at the center of the holes marked in Step 2.

• Install the sleeve anchors into the drilled

holes. Place the anti-tip floor bracket as indicated in Step 2. Remove the locator template from the floor.

• Install the lag bolts through the anti-tip floor

bracket and tighten appropriately.

WOOD Wall and TILE Floor Construction:

• For this special case, locate the 2 wall holes

identified in Fig. 1. Drill an angled 1/8″ pilot hole (approx. as shown in Fig. 3) in the center of each hole.

• Mount the anti-tip floor bracket using

the Minimum Acceptable Installation #1, as illustrated in Fig. 2.

ANTI-TIP BRACKET INSTALLATION

WOOD Wall and Floor Construction:

• Drill the appropriate number of 1/8″ pilot

holes in the center of each floor bracket hole being used (a nail or awl may be used if a drill is not available) AND remove the locator template from the floor.

• Mount the anti-tip floor bracket by fastening

the 2, or preferably 4, #10-16 hex-head screws tightly into place as illustrated in Figure 3.

POSITIONING THE REFRIGERATOR TO ENGAGE THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR BRACKETS

Before pushing the refrigerator into the opening, plug the power cord into the receptacle and connect waterline (if equipped). Check for leaks.

Locate the refrigerator’s RH side and move back approximately in line with the RH side of the cabinet opening, W. This should position the anti-tip floor bracket to engage the anti-tip locator hole in the back of the refrigerator.

Gently roll the refrigerator back into the cabinet opening until it comes to a complete stop. Check to see if the refrigerator front lines up with the cabinet front face. If not, carefully rock the refrigerator forward and backward until engagement occurs and you notice that the refrigerator is fully pushed up against the rear wall.

OPTIONAL: Adjust the front leveling leg to fully engage the rear anti-tip brackets, while also aligning the refrigerator front with the cabinet front face.

Figure 3 – Attachment to

Wall and Floor

NOTE:

If you pull the refrigerator out and away from the wall for any reason, make sure the anti-tip floor bracket is engaged when the refrigerator is pushed back against the rear wall.

Rear RH Corner of

the Refrigerator

Floor

Wall Plate Stud

Floor

Bracket

2 Screws Must Enter Wood or

Metal Stud

Wall

INSTALLING THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR BRACKET (cont.)

Normal operating sounds. ge.com

Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology.

HUMMM...

WHOOSH...

■ The new high-efficiency compressor may run faster

and longer than your old refrigerator, and you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is operating.

■ You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close.

This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.

■ You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.

This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer compartments. The fans are helping to maintain the correct temperatures.

■ The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling

and energy savings.

CLICKS, POPS,

CRACKS and SNAPS

■ You may hear cracking or popping sounds when

the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.

■ The freezer control will click when starting or stopping

the compressor.

■ Defrost timer snapping in and out of the defrost cycle.

■ Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during

and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.

WATER SOUNDS

■ The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may

make a gurgling noise like boiling water.

■ Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling,

popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.

■ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost

cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.

■ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due

to pressure equalization.

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

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. •Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. operate

Refrigerator is unplugged. •Push the plug completely into the outlet. The fuse is blown/circuit •Replace fuse or reset the breaker.

breaker is tripped.

Vibration or rattling Leveling legs need adjusting. •See Level the Refrigerator. (slight vibration is normal)

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator •Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely long periods or cycles is first plugged in. cool down. on and off frequently.

Often occurs when large •This is normal.

(Modern refrigerators

amounts of food are

with more storage

placed in refrigerator.

space and a larger

Door left open. •Check to see if package is holding door open.

freezer require more

Hot weather or frequent • This is normal.

operating time. They

door openings.

start and stop ofte

Temperature control •See About the controls.

to maintain even

set at the coldest setting.

temperatures.)

Grille and condenser need •See Care and cleaning. cleaning.

TurboFreeze function has been •This is normal when the TurboFreeze function is activated. activated. See About TurboFreeze for more information.

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

Warm weather or frequent •Set the temperature control one step colder. door openings. See About the controls

Door left open. •Check to see if package is holding door open.

Frost or ice crystals Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open. on frozen food

Too frequent or too long

(frost within package

door openings.

is normal) Ice cubes have Food transmitting odor/taste • Wrap foods well.

odor/taste to ice cubes.

Interior of refrigerator •See Care and cleaning. needs cleaning.

Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. •Check to see if package is holding door open.

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

Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting •Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped.

odor to refrigerator.

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

replace every three months.

Interior needs cleaning. •See Care and cleaning.

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Moisture forms on Not unusual during •Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control outside of refrigerator periods of high humidity. one setting colder.

Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too (in humid weather, air long door openings. carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened)

Refrigerator compartment

No power at outlet. •Replace fuse or reset the breaker.

light does not work

Light bulb burned out or loose. •See Replacing the light bulbs.

Door does not close Leveling legs need adjusting. •See Installing the Refrigerator. by itself

Freezer door pops open This is normal if, after popping • This indicates that there is a good seal on the freezer when refrigerator door open, the freezer door closed door. If the freezer door does not automatically close is closed on its own. after popping open, then see the Problem: Door does

not close by itself, above.

Hot air from bottom Normal air flow cooling of refrigerator motor. In the refrigeration

process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe temperatures.

Food freezing in Food too close to the air vent •Move the food away from the air vent (near the controls). the refrigerator at the back of the refrigerator.

Refrigerator control is set •Move the refrigerator control to a warmer too cold. temperature setting one increment at a time.

Red glow in the freezer Defrost heater is on. •This is normal.

Handle is loose / handle Handle needs adjusting. •See Transfer Fresh Food Door Handle and Transfer Freezer has a gap Door Handle sections for detailed instructions.

Refrigerator beeping This is the door alarm. •Close door.

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