GE APPLIANCES GWE22JYMFS Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual for GE APPLIANCES models including: GWE22JYMFS, GWE22JYMFS Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator, GWE22JYMFS, Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator, Depth French Door Refrigerator, French Door Refrigerator, Door Refrigerator

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GE GWE22JYMFS 36" 21.9 Cu. Ft. Counter Depth French-Door Refrigera

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SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Sabbath Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Dispenser* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Water Filter - XWFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Shelves and Bins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Freezer Drawer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Freezer Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Automatic Icemaker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . 21
Replacing the Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Preparing to Install the Refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Appliance Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Installing the Refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . 25 Installing the Water Line. . . . . . . . . . . 40
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Normal Operating Conditions . . . . . . 43 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . 47
CONSUMER SUPPORT
Water Filter Limited Warranty . . . . . 48 Performance Data Sheets . . . . . . . . . . 49 Appliance Communication . . . . . . . . . 50 Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

OWNER'S MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
GE and GE Profile Models 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 25,
26 & 27 cuft
ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/ ESPAÑOL

*Select Models Only

Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # _________________ Serial # _________________ Find these numbers on a label on the left side, near the middle of the refrigerator compartment.
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
Pub No. 49-1000472 Rev. 6 01-24

THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME.
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We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances product, and we think you will too. Among other things, registration of your appliance ensures that we
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Register your GE appliance now online. Helpful websites and phone numbers are available in the Consumer Support section of this Owner's Manual. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration
card included in the packing material.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow
these basic safety precautions:

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8QSOXJWKHUHIULJHUDWRUEHIRUHPDNLQJUHSDLUVRU cleaning. NOTE: Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel. NOTE: Repairs must be performed by a qualified Service Professional.
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7KLVDSSOLDQFHLVLQWHQGHGWREHXVHGLQKRXVHKROG and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas LQVKRSVRIILFHVDQGRWKHUZRUNLQJHQYLURQPHQWV IDUPKRXVHVE\FOLHQWVLQKRWHOVPRWHOVEHG EUHDNIDVWDQGRWKHUUHVLGHQWLDOHQYLURQPHQWV catering and similar non-retail applications.
'RQRWDSSO\KDUVKFOHDQHUVWRWKHUHIULJHUDWRU Certain cleaners will damage plastic which may cause parts such as the door or door handles to detach unexpectedly. See the Care and Cleaning section for detailed instructions.
&RQQHFWWRSRWDEOHZDWHUVXSSO\RQO\$FROGZDWHU supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. The water pressure must be between 40 and 120 psi (275-827 kilopascals).

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CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic safety precautions.

'RQRWFOHDQJODVVVKHOYHVRUFRYHUVZLWKZDUP water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks.
.HHSILQJHUVRXWRIWKH³SLQFKSRLQW´DUHDV clearances between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.

'RQRWWRXFKWKHFROGVXUIDFHVLQWKHIUHH]HU compartment when hands are damp or wet, skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
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INSTALLATION
WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
CONNECTING ELECTRICITY

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet

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

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Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
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When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR

WARNING SUFFOCATION AND ENTRAPMENT HAZARD

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Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

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Check the rating label for refrigerant type. If R600a, follow the warning instructions below.

WARNING FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable Refrigerant

This appliance contains isobutane refrigerant, also known as R600a, a natural gas with high environmental compatibility. However, it is also combustible. Adhere to the warnings below to reduce the risk of injury or property damage.
1. When handling, installing and operating the appliance, care should be taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant tubing.
2. 6HUYLFHVKDOORQO\EHSHUIRUPHGE\DXWKRUL]HG VHUYLFHSHUVRQQHO8VHRQO\PDQXIDFWXUHUDXWKRUL]HG service parts.
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your local authorities for the environmentally safe disposal of your refrigerator.
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5. To remove frost, scrape with a plastic or wood VSDWXODRUVFUDSHU'RQRWXVHDQLFHSLFNRUDPHWDO or sharp-edged instrument as it may puncture the IUHH]HUOLQHUDQGWKHQWKHIODPPDEOHUHIULJHUDQW tubing behind it.
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Features

French Door Models

Space-saving icemaker (on some models) ,FHPDNHUDQGELQDUHORFDWHGRQWKHGRRUFUHDWLQJ more usable storage space.
LED lighting /('OLJKWVLQWKHUHIULJHUDWRUFRPSDUWPHQWDUH located at the top center and on the left and right sides of FOLPDWH]RQHSDQV/('OLJKWVDUHDOVR ORFDWHGLQWKHIUHH]HUVHHSDJH
Full-width drawer A full-width drawer that can accommodate larger items is located at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment.

QuickSpaceTM shelf (on some models) )XQFWLRQVDVDQRUPDOIXOOVL]HGVKHOIZKHQQHHGHG and easily slides back to store tall items below.
Removable/adjustable door bins Can be moved up or down to accommodate your needs.
Climate zone drawers Separate pans for produce storage.
Water filter Accessible for easy replacement.

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Features

Single Door Models

Floating snack pan Can be moved to different locations to best serve your needs.
LED lighting /('OLJKWLVORFDWHGDWWKHWRSRIWKHrefrigerator FRPSDUWPHQW/('OLJKWVDUHDOVRORFDWHGLQWKH IUHH]HUVHHSDJH
Full-width shelves )XOOZLGWKVKHOYHVWKDWFDQDFFRPPRGDWHODUJHU items.
Full-width gallon door bins Nonadjustable full-width door bins that will hold gallon containers.

Climate zone pans Separate bins for produce storage.
Water filter (on some models) Accessible for easy replacement.
Adjustable door bins Can be moved up or down to accommodate your needs.
Icemaker (on some models) ,FHPDNHULVORFDWHGLQWKHIUHH]HURQVRPH PRGHOV,FHPDNHU.LW,0'LVDYDLODEOHIRU PRGHOVWKDWDUHLFHPDNHUUHDG\)RULQVWDOODWLRQ LQVWUXFWLRQVVHHWKH,0'RZQHU¶VPDQXDOIRXQG at GEAppliances.com.

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Controls

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Knob Position Temperature Guide

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Freezer Compartment Temperature Control
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NOTE: Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel.

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Door Alarm To set the alarm, press the Door Alarm pad. This alarm will sound if either door is open for more than 2 minutes. The beeping stops when you close the door.
NOTE: To put the refrigerator control in the OFF position, simultaneously touch the words Freezer and Fridge for 3 seconds. Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel.
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Controls
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Freezer Compartment Temperature Control

NOTE: The refrigerator temperature cannot

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be changed during TurboCoolTM 7KH IUHH]HU temperature is not affected during TurboCool. When opening the refrigerator door during TurboCoolTM, the fans will continue to run if they have cycled on.

Refrigerator Compartment Temperature Control

Door Alarm

Adjust refrigerator compartment temperature. The refrigerator temperature is preset in the factory at 37°F (2.8°C). Allow 24 hours for temperature to

To set the alarm, press the Door Alarm pad. This alarm will sound if either door is open for more than 2 minutes. The beeping stops when you close the door.

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NOTE: To put the refrigerator control in the OFF position,

Filter Status
Press the Filter Status pad to display the water filter's life percentage (%).
Turbo Cool

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for 3 seconds. The display will show tc.

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Controls
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between off and on. The alarm will sound if either door is left open for more than 2 minutes. The beeping stops when you close the door.

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Lock Press and hold the Lock pad for 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all other controls. Press and hold to unlock the controls.
LED dispenser Light Press the Light pad to turn your dispenser light on

Water Filter

and off.

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NOTE: To put the refrigerator control in the OFF

Turbo Cool

position, simultaneously touch the words Freezer and

To set the Turbo CoolTM, press the Alarm pad for 3 seconds. The display will show tc.

Fridge for 3 seconds. Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel.

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Filter Status Press the Filter Status pad to display the water filter's life percentage (%).

Press and hold the Lock pad for 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all other controls. Press and hold to unlock the controls.

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LED dispenser Light Press the Light pad to turn your dispenser light on and off.
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Sabbath Modes (on some models)

Activate Sabbath Mode to turn off the temperature control DQGDGYDQFHGIHDWXUHVH[GRRUDODUP'HSHQGLQJ on the model, the interior lights will be off, or on low brightness regardless of whether the door is open or closed. The compressor will run on a timed defrost when
in Sabbath mode.
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3UHVVDQGKROGWKHLOCK and LIGHT buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds to enter/exit Sabbath Mode.
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Green Power Light

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Models with Figure B controls
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Dispenser (on some models)

Water & Ice Dispenser
(See Controls)
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Press the glass gently against the dispenser cradle.
The spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce water spotting, the shelf should be cleaned regularly.
,IQRZDWHULVGLVSHQVHGZKHQWKHUHIULJHUDWRULVILUVW installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser paddle for at least five minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system. To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first six full glasses of water.

CAUTION Laceration Hazard
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8VHDVWXUG\JODVVZKHQGLVSHQVLQJLFH$GHOLFDWH glass may break and result in personal injury.

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Door Ice Bin

1. Open left refrigerator door.

2. Pull down latch to release bin door.

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8VLQJKDQGKROGOLIWLFHEXFNHW up and out to clear locators in
bottom of bin.

4. To replace the ice bucket, set

it on the guide brackets and

push until the ice bucket seats

properly. ,IEXFNHWFDQQRWEHUHSODFHG

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Latch

Internal Water Dispenser (on some models)
The water dispenser is located on the left wall inside the refrigerator compartment.
To dispense water:
1. Hold the glass against the recess.
2. Push the water dispenser button.
3. Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for 23 seconds after releasing the dispenser button. Water may continue to dispense after the button is released.
,IQRZDWHULVGLVSHQVHGZKHQWKHUHIULJHUDWRULVILUVW installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser button for at least 5 minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water V\VWHP'XULQJWKLVSURFHVVWKHGLVSHQVHUQRLVHPD\EH loud as the air is purged from the water line system. To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first 6 glassfuls of water.
NOTE: To avoid water deposits, the dispenser should be cleaned periodically by wiping with a clean cloth or sponge.
Important Facts About Your Dispensers
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%HYHUDJHVDQGIRRGVVKRXOGQRWEHTXLFNFKLOOHGLQWKH door icemaker bin. Cans, bottles or food packages in the storage drawer may cause the icemaker or auger to jam.
7RNHHSGLVSHQVHGLFHIURPPLVVLQJWKHJODVVSXWWKH glass close to, but not touching, the dispenser opening.
6RPHFUXVKHGLFHPD\EHGLVSHQVHGHYHQWKRXJK\RX selected CUBED ICE. This happens occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get directed to the crusher.
$IWHUFUXVKHGLFHLVGLVSHQVHGVRPHZDWHUPD\GULS from the chute.
6RPHWLPHVDVPDOOPRXQGRIIURVWZLOOIRUPRQWKH door in the ice chute. This condition is normal and usually occurs when you have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly.

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR: :DWHU )LOWHU &DUWULGJH ;:)(

Water Filter Cartridge - XWFE (on some models)

WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE
The water filter cartridge holder is located in the back upper-right corner of the refrigerator refrigerator compartment. 6HOHFW PRGHOV XVH UDGLR IUHTXHQF\ LGHQWLILFDWLRQ 5),' WR GHWHFW OHDNV DQG PRQLWRU ILOWHU VWDWXV 7KH 5),' WHFKQRORJ\ LV FHUWLILHG E\ WKH )&&
Contains FCC ID: ZKJ-294D2018 IC: 10229A-294D2018
"This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation."
"This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device."
WHEN TO REPLACE THE FILTER
,I WKHUH LV D UHSODFHPHQW LQGLFDWRU OLJKW IRU WKH ZDWHU ILOWHU cartridge on the dispenser, the red filter light will start blinking to tell you that you need to replace the filter soon. )RU H[WHUQDO FRQWURO PRGHOV WKH ILOWHU OLJKW ZLOO EOLQN
while you are dispensing until the filter is replaced. )RU WRS FRQWURO PRGHOV WKH ILOWHU OLJKW ZLOO EOLQN ZKLOH
the door is open until the filter is replaced. )RU PRGHOV WKDW GRQ¶W KDYH WKH LQGLFDWRU OLJKW WKH ILOWHU cartridge should be replaced every six months, or earlier if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.
REMOVING THE FILTER
,I \RX DUH UHSODFLQJ WKH ILOWHU ILUVW UHPRYH WKH SUHYLRXV RQH 2 SHQ WKH ILOWHU FDUWULGJH KRXVLQJ E\ VTXHH]LQJ
the 2 front tabs and gently pulling down. 2. Rotate the filter down. 3. Gently grasp the filter and slowly turn it
counterclockwise about a ¼ turn. The filter should automatically release itself when you have rotated it far enough to the left. A small amount of water may drip down.
CAUTION ,I DLU KDV EHHQ WUDSSHG LQ WKH V\VWHP
WKH ILOWHU FDUWULGJH PD\ EH HMHFWHG DV LW LV UHPRYHG 8VH caution when removing.

FILTER BYPASS PLUG
To reduce the risk of property damage due to water OHDNDJH \RX 0867 XVH WKH ILOWHU E\SDVV SOXJ ZKHQ D replacement filter cartridge is not available. Some models do not come equipped with the filter bypass plug. To obtain D IUHH E\SDVV SOXJ FDOO *(&$5(6 ,Q &DQDGD FDOO 800.561.3344. The dispenser and icemaker will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug installed. The bypass plug is installed in the same way as a filter cartridge.
INSTALLING THE FILTER IN A BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
1. Open the filter cartridge housing E\ VTXHH]LQJ WKH IURQW WDEV DQG gently pulling down.
2. Line up the ports on the filter with the ports on the filter cartridge holder, and gently insert the filter.
3. Slowly turn the filter to the ULJKW XQWLO LW VWRSV '2 127 29(57,*+7(1 $V \RX WXUQ the filter, it will automatically adjust itself into position. The filter will move about a ¼ turn or 90 degrees, until the arrow on the filter aligns with the arrow on the filter cartridge holder.
4. Slowly push the filter up into the clips.
5. Close the filter cartridge housing by gently pushing the lid upwards until the tabs lock into place.
6. For dispenser-only models - Run water from the dispenser for 2 gallons (7.6 liters) or approximately 5 minutes to clear the system. Water may spurt out and DLU EXEEOHV PD\ EH YLVLEOH GXULQJ WKLV SURFHVV ,I ZDWHU is not flowing, check to make sure the filter has been fully rotated to the right.
For icemaker-only models - 'LVFDUG WKH ILUVW ELQ of ice to allow air to purge from the system. A newly installed filter cartridge will cause water to spurt into the icemaker body, which could lead to ice droplets around the icemaker area. NOTE: ,W LV QRUPDO IRU these droplets and initial ice production to appear GLVFRORUHG GXULQJ WKH LQLWLDO V\VWHP IOXVK ,FH FRORU ZLOO return to normal after the first bin of ice production.
7. Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER button on the dispenser for 3 seconds. On select models, filter reset will be automatic when a new filter is installed.

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Water Filter Cartridge - XWFE (on some models)(Cont.)

Application Guidelines/Water Supply

6HUYLFH)ORZ Water Supply Water Pressure Water Temperature Capacity

0.5 gpm (1.89 lpm) Potable Water 25-120 psi (172-827 kPa) ))&& 170 gallons (643.5 liters)

Sign-up for TEXT REMINDERS by texting REPLACE to 70543.

WARNING To reduce the risk associated with choking, do not allow children under 3 years of age to
have access to small parts during the installation of this product. The disposable filter cartridge should be replaced every 6 months at the rated capacity, or sooner if a noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs. )RUWKHPD[LPXPEHQHILWRI\RXUILOWUDWLRQV\VWHP*($SSOLDQFHVUHFRPPHQGVWKHXVHRI*($SSOLDQFHVEUDQGHG ILOWHUVRQO\8VLQJ*($SSOLDQFHVEUDQGHGILOWHUVLQ*($SSOLDQFHVDQG+RWSRLQWUHIULJHUDWRUVSURYLGHVRSWLPDO performance and reliability. GE Appliances filters meet rigorous industry standards for safety and quality that are important for products that are filtering your water. GE Appliances has not qualified non-GE Appliances-branded filters for use in GE Appliances and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no assurance that non-GE Appliancesbranded filters meet GE Appliances standards for quality, performance and reliability. If you have questions, or to order additional filter cartridges, visit our website at gewaterfilters.com or call GE Appliances Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688. ,Q&DQDGDFDOO

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Shelves and Bins

Shelves and Bins
Not all features are on all models.

Rearranging the Refrigerator Shelves
Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable.
To remove the shelves: 1. Remove all items from the
shelf. 2. Tilt the shelf up at the
front. 3. Lift the shelf up at the back
and bring the shelf out.

To replace the shelves:
1. While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook at the back of the shelf in a slot on the track.
2. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf locks into
place.

Quick Space Shelf (on some models)
This shelf splits in half and slides under itself for storage of tall items on the shelf below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced or relocated.

NOTE: The back half of the Quick Space Shelf is not adjustable.

Adjustable Door Bins (on some models)
To remove: /LIWWKHELQVWUDLJKWXSWKHQSXOORXW To replace: Engage the bin in the molded supports on the door and push down to lock in place.

Non-Adjustable Gallon Door Bins (on some models)
To remove: /LIWWKHELQVWUDLJKWXSWKHQSXOORXW To replace: Engage the bin in the molded supports on the door and push down to lock in place.

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Pans

Pans
Not all features are on all models.
Climate Zone Pans
.HHSIUXLWVDQGYHJHWDEOHVRUJDQL]HGLQVHSDUDWH compartments for easy access. Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry. To remove pan: Slide the pan out to the stop position, lift the pan up and past the stop position and pull forward.
Full -Width Pan (on some models)
To remove pan: 1. Pull the pan out to the stop position. 2. Lift the front of the drawer up and out. To replace pan: 1. Place back of the drawer in first and rotate drawer
front down to seat it on the slides. 2. Push the drawer in to the closed position.
How to Remove and Replace Drawer Divider To remove: 1. Pull the drawer out to the stop position. 2. Slide pan divider to right to release it from pan. To replace: Reverse steps 1 and 2 to replace drawer divider.
Floating Snack Pan (on some models)
This pan can be moved to the most useful location for your family's needs. To remove, slide the pan out to the stop position, lift the pan up and past the stop position and lift it out.

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Freezer Drawer (on some models)
Not all features are on all models.

FREEZER BASKETS

1. An ice bucket in the top basket (on some models).
2. A top full-width basket.
3. A bottom full-width basket (with divider - in some models).
NOTE: 'RQRWILOOEDVNHWVKLJKHU than the rim of the basket. This may cause baskets to stick or jam when opening or closing.

1 2
3
Appearance and features may vary

,FH%XFNHW (on some models)

Top Basket Removal
To remove the top full-width basket on freezer drawer models:
1. Pull the basket out to the stop location. 2. Lift basket up to release it from the slides. When replacing the basket, make sure that the basket remains mounted on the side rails and over the slides of the bottom basket. NOTE: Always be sure to fully close this basket.

/('OLJKWVDUHORFDWHGRQ ERWKVLGHVRIWKHIUHH]HU

Bottom Basket Removal
To remove the bottom full-width basket on freezer drawer models: 2SHQWKHERWWRPIUHH]HUGUDZHUXQWLOLWVWRSV 5HPRYHWKHWRSIUHH]HUEDVNHW 7KHERWWRPIUHH]HUEDVNHWUHVWVRQWKHLQVLGHWDEVRQ
the drawer slides. 4. Lift the front of the basket and pull forward. 5. Release the pin from the slot to remove the basket. When replacing the bottom full-width basket, tilt the basket back and lower it into the drawer. Rotate the EDVNHWWRDKRUL]RQWDOSRVLWLRQDQGSUHVVGRZQ0DNH sure to place the pin back into the slot. NOTE: Always be sure that the basket is seated on the bracket tabs before sliding the drawer back into the IUHH]HU
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Top Basket 'LYLGHU Top Basket Bottom Basket
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Freezer Compartment

Not all features are on all models.

FREEZER SHELF AND BASKET

1. A full-width fixed wire shelf

2. A full-width sliding plastic basket

NOTE: 'RQRWILOOEDVNHWV

higher than the rim. This may

cause basket to stick or jam

when opening or closing.

/('OLJKWVDUHORFDWHG on both sides of the
IUHH]HU

Basket Removal
To remove the full-width sliding basket on freezer door models:
1. Open the basket out to its full extension. 2. Lift up the front of the basket and pull straight out to
remove.
When replacing the basket, insert the plastic basket into the lower liner rails and push back into place.

Fixed Shelf Removal
NOTE: The full-width wire shelf is not intended to slide.
To remove for cleaning, push the shelf to one side while then pull up on the opposite side and out to remove. To replace the full-width wire shelf, insert one side of the shelf into the supports, pushing the shelf to that side until the opposite side will fit into its supports.

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Automatic Icemaker

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

WARNING Connect to potable water supply
only. A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. The water pressure must be between 40 and 120 psi (275-827 kilopascals).

Switch

,FHPDNHU Switch

,FHPDNHU

Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle approximately 100130 cubes in a 24-hour period, GHSHQGLQJRQIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWWHPSHUDWXUHURRP temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions.
,IWKHUHIULJHUDWRULVRSHUDWHGEHIRUHWKHZDWHUFRQQHFWLRQ is made to the icemaker, set the switch in the OFF position.
When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the switch to the ON position.
7KHLFHPDNHUZLOOILOOZLWKZDWHUZKHQLWFRROVWR) (10°C). A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.
<RXPD\KHDUDEX]]LQJVRXQGHDFKWLPHWKHLFHPDNHU fills with water.

Green Power Light

)HHOHU$UP

(on some models)

Green Power Light

)HHOHU$UP

(on some models)

Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the LFHPDNHUZLOOVWRSSURGXFLQJLFH,WLVQRUPDOIRUVHYHUDO cubes to be joined together.
,ILFHLVQRWXVHGIUHTXHQWO\ROGLFHFXEHVZLOOEHFRPH cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
NOTE: ,QKRPHVZLWKORZHUWKDQDYHUDJHZDWHU pressure, you may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making one batch of ice.

CAUTION 7RPLQLPL]HWKHULVNRISHUVRQDOLQMXU\DYRLGFRQWDFWZLWKWKHPRYLQJSDUWVRIWKHHMHFWRU
PHFKDQLVPRUZLWKWKHKHDWLQJHOHPHQWWKDWUHOHDVHVWKHFXEHV'RQRWSODFHILQJHUVRUKDQGVRQWKHDXWRPDWLFLFH making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

For Refrigerator Models with Icemaker in the Door Ice Bucket and Dispenser
· Open the ice box door on inside of the left door.
· Pull up and out on the ice bucket in the left hand door to remove it from the compartment.
· To replace the ice bucket, set it on the guide brackets and push until the ice bucket seats properly.
,IEXFNHWFDQQRWEHUHSODFHGURWDWHWKHLFHEXFNHWIRUN 1/4 turn clockwise.
,FHPDNHUFDQEHWXUQHGRQDQGRIIXVLQJWKLVGLVSOD\ (see Controls on pages 8 and 9.)

,FHEXFNHW Latch
,FHEXFNHWIRUN

For Refrigerator Models with Icemaker in the Freezer Compartment

Some models come with an icemaker installed in the IUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQW)RUWKRVHPRGHOVWKDWFRPH LFHPDNHUUHDG\\RXFDQSXUFKDVH.LW,0'Visit our website at GEAppliances.com or call GE Appliances Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688 (in Canada visit geappliances.ca/en/products/parts-filtersaccessories or call 1.800.661.1616).

,FHEXFNHW

7KHUHLVLFHVWRUDJHLQWKHIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWORFDWHG on the left side of the upper basket. Pull the upper basket
forward to remove the ice bucket.

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CARE AND CLEANING

Care and Cleaning

Cleaning the Outside
FINGERPRINT RESISTANT STAINLESS STEEL*, BLACK STAINLESS, SLATE, DARK SLATE, PAINTED - Outside surfaces, door handles, and trim

DO NOT use Stainless Steel cleaners on the door surfaces.
IMPORTANT:7KHXVHRILQFRUUHFWSURGXFWVPD\GDPDJHWKHRXWHUILQLVKRI)LQJHUSULQW5HVLVWDQW6WDLQOHVVDQG Black Stainless models. Please follow these instructions and use only the appropriate items below to clean your appliance surfaces.
& OHDQLQWHULRUH[WHULRUVXUIDFHVZLWKZDUPZDWHUPLOGVRDSRUGHWHUJHQWDQGDVRIWRUPLFURILEHUFORWKWRDYRLG damage.
: LSHWKHDSSOLDQFHVXUIDFHGU\ZLWKDVRIWFOHDQFORWKRUPLFURILEHUWRZHOWRDYRLGVWUHDNLQJRUZDWHUVSRWWLQJ

DO USE

DO NOT USE

Soft, clean cloth or sponge Microfiber cloth

Abrasive cloths, paper towels, scrubbing sponges (with or without soap), scouring or steel wool pads

Mild detergent mixed with warm water

Abrasive powders, liquids, or sprays Window sprays, ammonia, or bleach Citrus or plant oil-based cleaners Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners

Oven cleaners Alkaline cleaners Stainless steel cleaners

*Easily wipe away smudges and fingerprints.

STAINLESS STEEL - Outside surfaces, door handles, and trim
NOTE: DO NOT allow stainless steel cleaner to come in contact with any plastic parts such as trim pieces, handle KDUGZDUHDQGOLQHUV,IXQLQWHQWLRQDOFRQWDFWRIFOHDQHUVZLWKSODVWLFSDUWVGRHVRFFXUFOHDQSODVWLFSDUWZLWKD sponge and mild detergent mixed with warm water.

DO USE

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Soft, clean cloth or sponge

Abrasive cloths, scrubbing sponges (with or without soap), scouring or steel wool pads

Mild detergent mixed with warm water

Abrasive powders or sprays

$SSURYHGVWDLQOHVVVWHHOFOHDQHUV9LVLWWKH*(

Window Sprays or Ammonia

Appliances parts store for approved stainless steel

Citrus or plant oil-based cleaners

cleaners: GEApplianceparts.com or call 877.959.8688 Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners

&OHDQHUVZLWKR[DOLFDFLGVXFKDV%DU.HHSHUV)ULHQG6RIW Oven cleaners

CleanserTM can be used to remove surface rust, tarnish Cleaners containing acetone (propanone)

and small blemishes on stainless steel surfaces only.

$Q\FOHDQHUZLWK:$51,1*DERXWSODVWLFFRQWDFW

Cleaning the Inside
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. ,IWKLVLVQRWSUDFWLFDOZULQJH[FHVVPRLVWXUHRXWRI sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.
8VHDQDSSOLDQFHZD[SROLVKRQWKHLQVLGHVXUIDFH between the doors.
8VHZDUPZDWHUDQGEDNLQJVRGDVROXWLRQ²DERXWD tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of ZDWHU7KLVERWKFOHDQVDQGQHXWUDOL]HVRGRUV5LQVHDQG wipe dry.

To clean the inside metal panel, open the outer door XVLQJWKH'RRULQ'RRU/DWFK&OHDQWKHSDQHOZLWKD PLOGGHWHUJHQWDQGWKHQZLSHGU\ZLWKDVRIWFORWK'RQRW use any stainless steel cleaner on the panel as it may damage the surrounding plastic.
CAUTION 'RQRWFOHDQJODVVVKHOYHVRUFRYHUV
with warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks.

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CARE AND CLEANING

Care and Cleaning

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.
Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front of the refrigerator.

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.
Lower the leveling legs until they touch the floor.
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don't roll over the power cord or water supply line.

Preparing for Vacation
)RUORQJYDFDWLRQVRUDEVHQFHVUHPRYHIRRGDQG 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.
,IWKHWHPSHUDWXUHFDQGURSEHORZIUHH]LQJKDYHD qualified service technician drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding.
1) Turn refrigerator off (pages 8 and 9) or unplug the refrigerator.

2) Empty ice bucket 3) Turn water supply off If you cut the water supply off, turn off the icemaker (pg. 20). 8SRQUHWXUQLQJIURPYDFDWLRQ 1) Replace the water filter. 2) Run 2 gallons of water through the cold water
dispenser (about 5 minutes) to flush the system.

Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as 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.

Replacing the Lights
7KHUHLV/('OLJKWLQJLQWKHUHIULJHUDWRUFRPSDUWPHQW at the top center and on the left and right sides above WKHFOLPDWH]RQHSDQVRQWKHIUHQFKGRRUPRGHOV /('OLJKWLQJLVORFDWHGDWWKHWRSRIWKHUHIULJHUDWRU compartment on the single door models.
/('OLJKWVDUHDOVRORFDWHGDWWKHWRSRIWKHOHIWDQGULJKW VLGHVRIWKHIUHH]HULQDOOPRGHOV
$QDXWKRUL]HGWHFKQLFLDQZLOOQHHGWRUHSODFHWKH/(' light.
,IWKLVDVVHPEO\QHHGVWREHUHSODFHGFDOO*( $SSOLDQFHV6HUYLFHDWLQWKH8QLWHG States or 1.800.561.3344 in Canada.

/('VORFDWLRQV may vary by model)

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