Instruction Manual for GE APPLIANCES models including: GZS22IYNFS, 22 Side by Side Refrigerators, GZS22IYNFS 22 Side by Side Refrigerators, Side by Side Refrigerators, Refrigerators
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DocumentDocumentREFRIGERATSideObyRSideS SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . 3 USING THE REFRIGERATOR Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ClimateKeeper2TM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 TurboCoolTM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ExpressChillTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Water Filter - MWF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Water Filter - XWFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Shelves and Bins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Refrigerator Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Crispers and Pans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Automatic Icemaker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Ice and Water Dispenser. . . . . . . . . . . 17 CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . 18 The Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 The Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Behind the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Preparing for Vacation . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Preparing to Move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Replacing the Light Bulbs. . . . . . . . . . 20 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preparing to Install the Refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Moving the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Installing the Refrigerator. . . . . . . . . . 26 Installing the Water Line. . . . . . . . . . . 30 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Normal Operating Conditions . . . . . . 34 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . 37 OWNER'S MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Models 22, 23, 25,26,27 and 29 ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/ ESPAÑOL CONSUMER SUPPORT Water Filter Limited Warranty . . . . . 38 Performance Data Sheets . . . . . . . . . . 40 Appliance Communication . . . . . . . . . 42 Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # _________________ Serial # _________________ Find these numbers on a label inside the refrigerator compartment at the top on the right side behind the controls.. GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license. Pub No. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 09-20 GEA THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME. Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we're happy to have you in the family. 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 can deliver important product information and warranty details when you need them. 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. 2 49-1000471 Rev. 1 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: 7KLVUHIULJHUDWRUPXVWEHSURSHUO\LQVWDOOHG DQGORFDWHGLQDFFRUGDQFHZLWKWKH,QVWDOODWLRQ ,QVWUXFWLRQVEHIRUHLWLVXVHG 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. 5HSODFHDOOSDUWVDQGSDQHOVEHIRUHRSHUDWLQJ 'RQRWXVHDQH[WHQVLRQFRUG 'RQRWVWRUHRUXVHJDVROLQHRURWKHUIODPPDEOH vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. 'RQRWVWRUHH[SORVLYHVXEVWDQFHVVXFKDVDHURVRO cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. 7RSUHYHQWVXIIRFDWLRQDQGHQWUDSPHQWKD]DUGV WRFKLOGUHQUHPRYHWKHIUHVKIRRGDQGIUHH]HU doors from any refrigerator before disposing of it or discontinuing its use. &KLOGUHQDQGSHUVRQVZLWKUHGXFHGSK\VLFDOVHQVRU\ or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe XVHDQGXQGHUVWDQGWKHKD]DUGVLQYROYHG 7KLVDSSOLDQFHLVLQWHQGHGWREHXVHGLQKRXVHKROG and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas LQVKRSVRIILFHVDQGRWKHUZRUNLQJHQYLURQPHQWV IDUPKRXVHVE\FOLHQWVLQKRWHOVPRWHOVEHG EUHDNIDVWDQGRWKHUUHVLGHQWLDOHQYLURQPHQWV catering and similar non-retail applications. &RQQHFWWRSRWDEOHZDWHUVXSSO\RQO\$FROGZDWHU supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. The water pressure must be between 40 and 120 psi (275-827 kilopascals). '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. 7RDYRLGVHULRXVLQMXU\RUGHDWKFKLOGUHQVKRXOGQRW stand on, or play in or with the appliance. 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. 'RQRWUHIUHH]HIUR]HQIRRGVZKLFKKDYHWKDZHG completely. ,QUHIULJHUDWRUVZLWKDXWRPDWLFLFHPDNHUVDYRLG contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that UHOHDVHVWKHFXEHV'RQRWSODFHILQJHUVRUKDQGV on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on models with ice dispenser INSTALLATION WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD .HHSIODPPDEOHPDWHULDOVDQGYDSRUVVXFKDVJDVROLQHDZD\IURPUHIULJHUDWRU)DLOXUHWRGRVRFDQUHVXOWLQILUH explosion, or death. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 49-1000471 Rev. 1 3 SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet 'RQRWUHPRYHWKHJURXQGSURQJ 'RQRWXVHDQDGDSWHU 'RQRWXVHDQH[WHQVLRQFRUG )DLOXUHWRIROORZWKHVHLQVWUXFWLRQVFDQUHVXOWLQGHDWKILUHRUHOHFWULFDOVKRFN 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 SURQJJURXQGLQJZDOORXWOHWWRPLQLPL]HWKH SRVVLELOLW\RIHOHFWULFVKRFNKD]DUGIURPWKLVDSSOLDQFH 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. 'RQRWXVHDQDGDSWHU The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. $9ROW$&+]RUDPSIXVHGJURXQGHG electrical supply is required. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house ZLULQJFLUFXLWVZKLFKFRXOGFDXVHDILUHKD]DUGIURP overheated wires. Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet. ,PPHGLDWHO\GLVFRQWLQXHXVHRIDGDPDJHGVXSSO\ FRUG,IWKHVXSSO\FRUGLVGDPDJHGLWPXVWEH replaced by a qualified service professional with an DXWKRUL]HGVHUYLFHSDUWIURPWKHPDQXIDFWXUHU 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 )DLOXUHWRIROORZWKHVHGLVSRVDOLQVWUXFWLRQVFDQUHVXOWLQGHDWKRUVHULRXVLQMXU\ IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit IRU³MXVWDIHZGD\V´,I\RXDUHJHWWLQJULGRI\RXUROG refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Before You Throw Away Your Old Appliance 7DNHRIIWKHIUHVKIRRGDQGIUHH]HUGRRUV Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. Refrigerant and Foam Disposal: 'LVSRVHRIDSSOLDQFHLQDFFRUGDQFHZLWK)HGHUDODQG/RFDO5HJXODWLRQV)ODPPDEOHLQVXODWLRQPDWHULDOXVHG requires special disposal of your appliance. Contact your local authorities for the environmentally safe disposal of your appliance. 4 49-1000471 Rev. 1 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Controls Controls (on some models) Not all features are on all models. Your controls may be similar to the following: OR The temperature controls are preset in the factory DW)&IRUWKHUHIULJHUDWRUFRPSDUWPHQWDQG )&IRUWKHIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQW$OORZ KRXUVIRUWKHWHPSHUDWXUHWRVWDELOL]HWRWKHSUHVHW recommended settings. The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the UHIULJHUDWRUDQGIUHH]HU7KHDFWXDOWHPSHUDWXUHPD\ vary slightly from the SET temperature based on usage and operating environment. 2QVRPHPRGHOVVHWWLQJERWKFRQWUROVWRWKHZDUPHVW setting until the display flashes (off) will stop cooling LQERWKWKHIUHH]HUDQGUHIULJHUDWRUFRPSDUWPHQWV 2QRWKHUPRGHOVVHWWLQJHLWKHUFRQWUROWRWKHZDUPHVW setting until the display flashes (off) will stop the FRROLQJWRWKHIUHH]HUDQGUHIULJHUDWRU NOTE: Turning the refrigerator off via the controls on the touch panel does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective filmFRYHULQJWKHWHPSHUDWXUHFRQWUROV,IWKLVILOPZDVQRW removed during installation, remove it now. Performance Air Flow System 7KH3HUIRUPDQFH$LU)ORZ6\VWHPLVGHVLJQHGWR PD[LPL]HWHPSHUDWXUHFRQWUROLQWKHUHIULJHUDWRUDQG IUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWV7KLVXQLTXHVSHFLDOIHDWXUH consists of the Air Tower along the back wall of the refrigerator and the Air Tunnel on the bottom portion of WKHIUHH]HUUHDUZDOO Placing food in front of the louvers on these components will not affect performance. Although the Air Tower and the Air Tunnel can be removed, doing so will affect WHPSHUDWXUHSHUIRUPDQFH)RUUHPRYDOLQVWUXFWLRQV on-line, 24 hours a day, contact us at GEAppliances.comRUFDOO*(&$5(6,Q&DQDGD contact us at geappliances.ca or call 1.800.561.3344.) 49-1000471 Rev. 1 5 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Controls Controls (on some models) The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F (2.8°C) for the refrigerator compartment and 0°F (-17.8°C)IRUWKHIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQW $OORZKRXUVIRUWKHWHPSHUDWXUHWRVWDELOL]HWR the preset recommended settings. Filter Status The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator DQGIUHH]HU7KHDFWXDOWHPSHUDWXUHPD\YDU\VOLJKWO\IURPWKH6(7WHPSHUDWXUHEDVHGRQXVDJHDQGRSHUDWLQJ environment. Freezer Compartment Temperature Control TurboCool TM (on some models) $GMXVWIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWWHPSHUDWXUH7KH TurboCool TM rapidly cools the refrigerator IUHH]HUWHPSHUDWXUHLVSUHVHWLQWKHIDFWRU\DW 0°F compartment in order to more quickly cool foods. (-17.8°C)$OORZKRXUVIRUWHPSHUDWXUHWRVWDELOL]H Use TurboCool TM when adding a large amount to the preset recommended setting. of food to the refrigerator compartment, putting Fresh Food Compartment Temperature Control away foods after they have been sitting out at room Adjust fresh food compartment temperature. The fresh food temperature is preset in the factory at 37°F (2.8°C). Allow 24 hours for temperature to WHPSHUDWXUHRUZKHQSXWWLQJDZD\ZDUPOHIWRYHUV,W can also be used if the refrigerator has been without power for an extended period. VWDELOL]HWRWKHSUHVHWUHFRPPHQGHGVHWWLQJ NOTES: The refrigerator temperature cannot be Door Alarm (on some models) changed during TurboCoolTM. To set the alarm, press this pad until the indicator 7KHIUHH]HUWHPSHUDWXUHLVQRWDIIHFWHGGXULQJ light comes on. This alarm will sound if either door is TurboCoolTM. open for more than 3 minutes. The light goes out and the beeping stops when you close the door. When opening the refrigerator door during TurboCoolTM, the fans will continue to run if they LED dispenser Light have cycled on. Press the Light pad to turn your dispenser light on Lock Controls and off. Press and hold the Lock Controls pad for 3 Filter Status Press the Filter Status pad to display the water seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all other controls. Press and hold to unlock the controls. filter's life percentage (%). COMPRESSOR 7RWXUQRFRPSUHVVRU 5 DLVHWKHIUHH]HUWHPSHUDWXUHDERYHWKHKLJKHVW setting by pressing the Freezer warmer pad until the display starts blinking. 2. Raise the Fresh Food temperature above the highest VHWWLQJXQWLO\RXVHH2)) To turn on the compressor: 1. Press Fresh Food or Freezer colder pad. NOTE: Compartment lights and the user interface display will stay on. 6 49-1000471 Rev. 1 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: &OLPDWH.HHSHU7XUER&RRO ClimateKeeper2TM (on some models.) How it Works The ClimateKeeper2TM is the industry's most advanced refrigeration system, delivering optimum temperature and humidity performance to keep food garden fresh longer DQGUHGXFHIUHH]HUEXUQ The ClimateKeeper2TM system features two evaporators--one for the refrigerator and one for the IUHH]HU This provides two separate cooling systems, and separates the airflow between WKHIUHVKIRRGDQGIUHH]HU compartments during normal cooling operations.* This ensures that the humidity levels in the fresh food compartment are significantly higher than in a conventional system,** allowing fresh produce and other unsealed foods to retain their moisture content and freshness longer. Moisture sensitive foods such as fresh fruit, salads, rice, etc., can now be stored on open shelves without excessive moisture loss. 'XHWRWKHKLJKHUKXPLGLW\LQWKHUHIULJHUDWRU\RXPD\ on occasion experience fog or small amounts of moisture in the refrigerator compartment. This is normal and may come and go as different food loads and environmental conditions change. Wipe dry with a paper towel if desired. 7KHVHSDUDWHDLUIORZV\VWHPPLQLPL]HVWKHPL[LQJRIDLU between the two compartments, which reduces fresh food odor transfer to improve the taste of ice. 7KH&OLPDWH.HHSHUV\VWHPDOVRUHGXFHVWKHQXPEHU RIGHIURVWLQJF\FOHVLQWKHIUHH]HUHYDSRUDWRUWKHUHE\ UHGXFLQJIUHH]HUEXUQ )UHH]HUDLULVXVHGLQWKHCustomCoolTM feature. 7HVWLQJVKRZVDKLJKHUOHYHORIKXPLGLW\LQWKH)UHVK )RRGVHFWLRQLQClimateKeeper2TM refrigerators versus conventional units. TurboCoolTM (on some models.) How it Works TurboCoolTM rapidly cools the refrigerator compartment in order to more quickly cool foods. Use TurboCoolTM when adding a large amount of food to the refrigerator compartment, putting away foods after they have been sitting out at room temperature or when putting away ZDUPOHIWRYHUV,WFDQDOVREHXVHGLIWKHUHIULJHUDWRUKDV been without power for an extended period. Once activated, the compressor will turn on immediately and the fans will cycle on and off at high speed as needed for eight hours. The compressor will continue to run until the refrigerator compartment cools to DSSUR[LPDWHO\)&WKHQLWZLOOF\FOHRQDQGRIIWR maintain this setting. After 8 hours, or if TurboCoolTM is pressed again, the refrigerator compartment will return to the original setting. How to Use Press TurboCoolTM. The TurboCoolTM temperature display will show TcDQGWKH/('ZLOOEH activated. After TurboCoolTM is complete, the OR TurboCoolTM indicator light will go out. NOTES: The refrigerator temperature cannot be changed during TurboCoolTM. 7KHIUHH]HUWHPSHUDWXUHLVQRWDIIHFWHGGXULQJ TurboCoolTM. When opening the refrigerator door during TurboCoolTM, the fans will continue to run if they have cycled on. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 7 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: ExpressChillTM ExpressChillTM (on some models) How it Works The ExpressChillTM feature is a system of dampers, a fan and a temperature thermistor. The pan is tightly sealed to prevent the pan's temperature from causing temperature fluctuations in the rest of the refrigerator. The controls for this pan are located in the top of the refrigerator or on the dispenser with the temperature controls. How to Use 1. Empty the pan. Place the Chill Tray in the pan. Place the items on the tray and close the pan completely. 2. Select the ExpressChill TM pad. On some models, you can then select the chill time (use chart to determine best setting). Other models will only have one option (45 minutes). On models with multiple settings, tap the pad until the light appears next to the desired setting. 7RVWRSDIHDWXUH before it is finished, tap that feature's pad until no options are selected and the display is off. 'XULQJ([SUHVV&KLOO the display on the controls will count down the time in the cycle. How to Remove and Replace the Drawer To remove: 1. Pull the drawer out to the stop position. 2. Rotate all four swing locks to the unlock position. 3. Lift the front of the drawer up and out. To replace: 1. Make sure all four swing locks are in the unlock position. 2. Place the sides of the drawer into the drawer supports, making sure the swing locks fit on the drawer slots. 3. Lock all four swing locks by rotating them to the lock position. ExpressChill TM ExpressChillTM Chart (on some models) NOTE: Results may vary depending on packaging, starting temperature and other food traits. 15 Minutes %HYHUDJH&DQR] 2 Small Juice Boxes ±R]HDFK 30 Minutes 2 to 6 Beverage Cans R]HDFK 3ODVWLFR]%RWWOHV of Beverage 4 to 6 Small Juice Boxes ±R]HDFK )RLO-XLFH3DFNHWV Wine (750 ml bottle) 45 Minutes 2 Liters of Beverage *DOORQRI-XLFH Gelatin--1 package 8 49-1000471 Rev. 1 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: :DWHU)LOWHU&DUWULGJH0:) Water Filter Cartridge - MWF(On some models.) Water filter cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment. When to replace the filter on models with a replacement indicator light There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on the dispenser. This light will turn orange to tell you that you need to replace the filter soon. The filter cartridge should be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. When to replace the filter on models without a replacement indicator light The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or earlier if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Removing the filter cartridge ,I\RXDUHUHSODFLQJWKHFDUWULGJHILUVWUHPRYHWKHROGRQH by slowly turning it to the left. Do not pull down on the cartridge. A small amount of water may drip down. Installing the filter cartridge 1.,I\RXDUHUHSODFLQJD6PDUW:DWHUFDUWULGJHZLWKDQ adapter, it must be removed before installing the cartridge. To remove the adapter, turn it to the left DERXWWXUQ ,I\RXDUHUHSODFLQJD:DWHUE\&XOOLJDQFDUWULGJH leave the adapter in place. This adapter will stay in the refrigerator when you replace future cartridges. With adapter Without adapter (appearance may vary) Some models use this type of water filter. 2. On models ithout a replacement indicator light, apply the month and year sticker to the new cartridge to remind you to replace the filter in six months. 3.)LOOWKHUHSODFHPHQWFDUWULGJHZLWKZDWHUIURPWKHWDS to allow for better flow from the dispenser immediately after installation. 4. Line up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder. Place the top of the new cartridge up LQVLGHWKHKROGHU'RQRWSXVKLW Cartridge up into the holder. Holder 5. Slowly turn it to the right until the filter cartridge stops. '212729(57,*+7(1$V\RXWXUQWKHFDUWULGJH it will automatically raise itself into position. The FDUWULGJHZLOOPRYHDERXWWXUQ 6.5XQZDWHUIURPWKHGLVSHQVHUJDOORQVDERXW three minutes) to clear the system and prevent sputtering. 7. 3UHVVDQGKROGWKH:$7(5),/7(5SDG (on some models) on the dispenser for 3 seconds. NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may cause water to spurt from the dispenser upon first use. Filter bypass plug You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is not available. The dispenser and the icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. )LOWHU Bypass Plug SmartWater )LOWHU Bypass Plug Water by Culligan To use the filter bypass plug on Water by CulliganTM models, you must first remove the filter adapter from the cartridge holder by turning it to the left. )RUWKHPD[LPXPEHQHILWRI\RXUILOWUDWLRQV\VWHP*( Appliances recommends the use of GE Appliances branded SmartWaterTM filters only. Using GE Appliances branded filters in GE Appliances and Hotpoint refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability. GE Appliances branded SmartWaterTM filters are always the right choice because they are patented and designed specifically for GE Appliances products. SmartWaterTM ILOWHUVPHHWULJRURXVLQGXVWU\16)VWDQGDUGVIRUVDIHW\ 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 Appliances branded filters meet GE Appliances standards for quality, performance and reliability. To obtain a bypass plug or if you have questions-visit our Website at GEAppliances.com, or call 1.800.GE. CARES (1.800.432.2737). Replacement filters: ,I\RXKDYHTXHVWLRQVRUWRRUGHUDGGLWLRQDOILOWHU cartridges, visit our website at gewaterfilters.com or call GE Appliances Parts and Accessories, ,Q&DQDGDFDOO 49-1000471 Rev. 1 9 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 fresh food refrigerator compartment. 6HOHFWPRGHOVXVHUDGLRIUHTXHQF\LGHQWLILFDWLRQ5),' WRGHWHFWOHDNVDQGPRQLWRUILOWHUVWDWXV7KH5),' WHFKQRORJ\LVFHUWLILHGE\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 licenceexempt 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 ,IWKHUHLVDUHSODFHPHQWLQGLFDWRUOLJKWIRUWKHZDWHUILOWHU cartridge on the dispenser, a red light will start blinking to WHOO\RXWKDW\RXQHHGWRUHSODFHWKHILOWHUVRRQ)RU models that don't have the indicator light, the filter cartridge should be replaced every six months, or earlier if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Filter Bypass Plug To reduce the risk of property damage due to water leakage, you MUST use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is not available. Some models do not come equipped with the filter bypass plug. To REWDLQDIUHHE\SDVVSOXJFDOO*(&$5(6,Q Canada, call 800.561.3344. The dispenser and icemaker will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug installed. The bypass plug is installed in the same way as a filter cartridge. Installing the Filter Cartridge in a Side by Side Refrigerator 1. Line up the arrow on the filter with the arrow on the filter cartridge holder. Gently push the top of the new filter up inside the holder. 2. Slowly turn the filter to the right until it VWRSV'212729(57,*+7(1$V\RX turn the filter, it will automatically raise itself into position. The filter will move about a ¼ turn or 90 degrees. 3. Run water from the dispenser for 2 gallons (7.6 liters) or approximately 5 minutes to clear the system. Water may spurt out and air bubbles may be visible during this process. 3 UHVVDQGKROGWKH5(6(7:$7(5),/7(5EXWWRQRQ the dispenser for 3 seconds. On select models, filter reset will be automatic when a new filter is installed. Application Guidelines/Water Supply Removing the Filter ,I\RXDUHUHSODFLQJWKHILOWHUILUVWUHPRYHWKHSUHYLRXV one by gently grasping the filter and slowly turning it to the left, about a ¼ turn. The filter should automatically release itself when you have rotated it far enough to the left. A small amount of water may drip down. 6HUYLFH)ORZ Water Supply Water Pressure Water Temperature Capacity 0.5 gpm (1.89 lpm) Potable Water 25-120 psi (172-827 kPa) ))&& 170 gallons (643.5 liters) CAUTION ,IDLUKDVEHHQWUDSSHGLQWKHV\VWHP the filter cartridge may be ejected as it is removed. Use caution when removing. Sign-up for TEXT REMINDERS by texting REPLACE to 70543. WARNING To reduce the risk associated with choking, do not allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts during the installation of this product. The disposable filter cartridge should be replaced every 6 months at the rated capacity, or sooner if a noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs. )RUWKHPD[LPXPEHQHILWRI\RXUILOWUDWLRQV\VWHP*($SSOLDQFHVUHFRPPHQGVWKHXVHRI*($SSOLDQFHVEUDQGHG filters only. Using GE Appliances-branded filters in GE Appliances and Hotpoint® refrigerators provides optimal 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. (Canada 1.800.661.1616 or GEAppliances.ca/en/products/ parts-filters-accessories) 10 49-1000471 Rev. 1 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Shelves and Bins Shelves and Bins Not all features are on all models. Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins Large Bins 7KHODUJHUUHIULJHUDWRUGRRUELQVDQGIUHH]HUWLOWRXWGRRU bins are adjustable. Snugger To remove: Lift the front of the bin straight up, then lift up and out. To replace or relocate: Engage the back side of the bin in the molded supports of the door. Then push down on the front of the bin. Bin will lock in place. Small Bins Refrigerator bin To remove: Lift the front of the bin straight up then out. To replace: Position the bin above the rectangular molded supports on the door. Then slide the bin down onto the support to lock it in place. The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling or sliding of small items stored on the door shelf. Place a finger on either side of the snugger near the rear and move it back and forth to fit your needs. NOTE: Be careful when placing items in the top bin. Make sure that items do not block or fall into the ice chute. )UHH]HUWLOWRXWELQ )UHH]HUELQ ,FH&KXWH Slide-Out Shelf (on some models) The slide-out shelf allows you to reach items stored behind others. The special edges of the spillproof shelf are designed to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves. Spillproof Shelf To remove: Slide the shelf out until it reaches the stop, then press down on the tab and slide the shelf straight out. Edge-to-Edge Shelf To remove: With door opened at an angle greater than 90°, slide the shelf out until it reaches the stop tab. Press down on the tab and slide the shelf out until it reaches the shelf's back trim. While keeping the left side of the shelf in contact with the cabinet, pull the shelf down and forward toward the left to remove. Press tab and pull shelf forward to remove To replace or relocate: Line the shelf up with the supports and slide it into place. The shelf can be repositioned when the door is at 90° or more. To reposition the shelf, slide the shelf past the stops and angle downward. Slide shelf down to the desired position, line up with the supports and slide into place. Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in before you close the door. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 Press tab and pull shelf forward With left side stays against the cabinet as you pull down and to the left to remove To replace or relocate: With door opened at an angle greater than 90°, align the shelf's back trim against the shelf support. .HHSLQJWKHOHIWVLGHDJDLQVWWKH cabinet, slowly lift and gently push the shelf back into place. Reposition the shelf past the stop tabs. Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in before you close the door. 11 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Shelves and Bins Shelves and Bins Not all features are on all models. Freezer Baskets (on some models) To remove, slide out to the stop position, lift the front past the stop position, and slide out. Make sure you push the baskets all the way back in before you close the door. Freezer Baskets (on some models) To remove, push the basket all the way to the back of the IUHH]HU/LIWXSXQWLOWKHEDFN pins are disengaged. Lift the entire basket up and pull out. Make sure you push the baskets all the way back in before you close the door. QuickSpaceTM 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 just like Slide-Out Spillproof Shelves. On some models, this shelf can not be used in the lowest position. Slide-Out Freezer Shelves To remove, slide out to the stop position, lift the front past the stop position, and slide out from rib. Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in before you close the door. Fixed Freezer Shelves To remove, lift the shelf up at the left side and then bring the shelf out. NOTE FOR DISPENSER MODELS: ,QRUGHUWRWDNHIXOO advantage of the tilt-out ice bin (on some models), only store items on the shelf below the ice bin that are no taller than the lowest point on the bin. 12 Door Wine/Beverage Rack (on some models) This rack holds up to 5 cans, one bottle of wine or one 2-liter bottle of soda. The rack hangs from the sides of the dairy bin. To remove: ( PSW\WKHZLQHEHYHUDJHUDFN 2. Holding the bottom of the dairy bin, lift the front straight up, then lift up and out. 3. To detach the rack from the dairy bin, pull the rack's side wires out of the holes on each side of the dairy bin. To replace: 1. Reattach the rack to the sides of the bin. 2. Engage the back side of the bin in the molded supports on the door. Then push down on the front of the bin. The bin will lock into place. ShelfSaverTM Rack (on some models) Use this rack to store beverage cans for easy access. ,WFDQDOVRKROGD´[´EDNLQJ dish. Door Can Rack (on some models) This door rack holds up to 9 cans. NOTE: This rack can only be mounted in the top position under the dairy bin. Removable Beverage Rack (on some models) The beverage rack is designed to hold a bottle on its side. ,WFDQEHDWWDFKHGWRDQ\ slide-out shelf. To install: 1. Line up the large part of the slots on the top of the rack with the tabs under the shelf. 2. Then slide the rack back to lock it in place. 1 2 49-1000471 Rev. 1 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: 5HIULJHUDWRU'RRUV Refrigerator Doors Refrigerator Doors (on some models) The refrigerator doors may feel different than the ones \RXDUHXVHGWR7KHVSHFLDOGRRURSHQLQJFORVLQJ feature makes sure the doors close all the way and are securely sealed. When opening and closing the door you will notice a stop SRVLWLRQ,IWKHGRRULVRSHQHGSDVWWKLVVWRSSRLQWWKH door will remain open to allow you to load and unload food more easily. When the door is only partially open, it will automatically close. The resistance you feel at the stop position will be reduced as the door is loaded with food. Door Alignment ,IGRRUVDUHXQHYHQDGMXVWWKHUHIULJHUDWRUGRRU To remove the base grille, open the doors, remove the screw at each end of the base grille and then pull the grille straight out. 8 VLQJD´VRFNHWZUHQFKWXUQWKHGRRUDGMXVWLQJ VFUHZWRWKHULJKWWRUDLVHWKHGRRUWRWKHOHIWWR lower it. (A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads of the pin, prevents the pin from turning unless a wrench is used.) 2. After one or two turns of the wrench, open and close the refrigerator door and check the alignment at the top of the doors. When the door is only partially open, it will automatically close. Beyond this stop the door will stay open. ´6RFNHW:UHQFK Raise 49-1000471 Rev. 1 13 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Crispers and Pans COLD Crispers and Pans Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crispers Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be wiped dry. On some models, the bottom drawer has full extension slides that allow full access to the drawer. Convertible Deli Pan (on some models) The convertible deli pan has its own cold air duct to DOORZDVWUHDPRIFROGDLUIURPWKHIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQW or refrigerator compartment to flow to the pan. The variable temperature control regulates the air flow IURPWKH&OLPDWH.HHSHU Set the control to the coldest setting to store fresh meats. Set the control to cold to convert the panto normal refrigerator temperature and provide extra vegetable storage space. The cold air duct is turned off. Variable settings between these extremes can be selected. OLDEST C Adjustable Humidity Crispers 6OLGHWKHFRQWURODOOWKHZD\WRWKH+,VHWWLQJWRSURYLGH high humidity recommended for most vegetables. Slide the control all the way to the LO setting to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits. HI LO Crisper Removal Crispers can easily be removed by pulling the drawer straight out and lifting the drawer up and over the stop location. ,IWKHGRRUSUHYHQWV\RXIURPWDNLQJRXWWKHGUDZHUVILUVW WU\WRUHPRYHWKHGRRUELQV,IWKLVGRHVQRWRIIHUHQRXJK clearance, the refrigerator will need to be rolled forward XQWLOWKHGRRURSHQVHQRXJKWRVOLGHWKHGUDZHUVRXW,Q some cases, when you roll the refrigerator out, you will need to move the refrigerator to the left or right as you roll it out. 14 49-1000471 Rev. 1 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: $XWRPDWLF,FHPDNHU Automatic Icemaker Not all features are on all models. Automatic Icemaker The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle-- approximately 100130 cubes in a 24-hour period, GHSHQGLQJRQIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWWHPSHUDWXUHURRP temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. ,IWKHUHIULJHUDWRULVRSHUDWHGEHIRUHWKHZDWHUFRQQHFWLRQ is made to the icemaker, set the power switch in the 2))SRVLWLRQ When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch to the ON position. 7KHLFHPDNHUZLOOILOOZLWKZDWHUZKHQLWFRROVWR) (10°C). A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. <RXZLOOKHDUDEX]]LQJVRXQGHDFKWLPHWKHLFHPDNHU fills with water. Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear. Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm. When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the LFHPDNHUZLOOVWRSSURGXFLQJLFH,WLVQRUPDOIRUVHYHUDO cubes to be joined together. ,ILFHLVQRWXVHGIUHTXHQWO\ROGLFHFXEHVZLOOEHFRPH cloudy, taste stale and shrink. CAUTION Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element (located on the bottom of the ice maker) that releases WKHFXEHV'RQRWSODFHILQJHUVRUKDQGVRQWKH automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. ,FHPDNHU Power Switch ,FHPDNHU Power Switch )HHOHU$UP (on some models) Green Power Light )HHOHU$UP (on some models) Special note about dispenser models: 6RPHPRGHOVKDYHDWLOWRXWLFHELQ7KHELQFDQEH tilted out as shown in the illustrations, and it will hold itself up while you take ice out or turn the icemaker power switch on and off. Be sure to put the bin back in place before closing the door. To restore your ice level from an empty bucket stage, the following steps are recommended: 1. 12 hours after the first batch of ice has fallen into the bin, dispense 3 to 4 cubes. 2. After an additional 6 hours, dispense 3 to 4 cubes again. These steps will restore your ice level in the shortest amount of time. NOTE: ,QKRPHVZLWKORZHUWKDQDYHUDJHZDWHUSUHVVXUH\RX may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making one batch of ice. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 15 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: $XWRPDWLF,FHPDNHU Automatic Icemaker Accessing Ice and Reaching the Power Switch on Dispenser Models There are two types of ice storage bins on dispenser models. One has a shelf above the bin, the other does not. Models with a shelf above the ice bin To access ice, pull the bin forward. Special note for models with tilt-out ice bin: 7KHVHPRGHOVKDYHDWLOWRXWLFHELQ7KHELQFDQEH tilted out as shown in the illustrations, and it will hold itself up while you take ice out or turn the icemaker power switch on and off. Be sure to put the bin back in place before closing the door. NOTE: ,QRUGHUWRWDNHIXOODGYDQWDJHRIWKHWLOWRXWLFH bin, only store items on the shelf below the ice bin that are no taller than the lowest point on the bin. Models with tilt out ice bin To access ice and reach the icemaker power switch: Shelf ,FH%LQ To reach the power switch, pull the shelf straight out. Always be sure to replace the shelf. 1. Lift the bin, then pull it forward until the bin stops. Shelf 2. Lower the bin to access ice or reach the power switch. On some models, to access ice or reach the power switch: 1. Pull the bin forward until the bin stops. 2. Lower the bin to access ice or reach the power switch. Removing Ice Bin (dispenser models) CAUTION The ice bin is heavy when full. Set the power switch to the OFF position before removing the bin. When replacing the bin, be sure to press it firmly into SODFH,ILWGRHVQRWJRDOOWKHZD\EDFNUHPRYHLWDQG URWDWHWKHGULYHPHFKDQLVPWXUQ7KHQSXVKWKHELQ back again. 16 Rotate 'ULYH Mechanism 'LVSHQVHU0RGHOVRQO\ 49-1000471 Rev. 1 USING THE REFRIGERATOR: ,FHDQG:DWHU'LVSHQVHU Ice and Water Dispenser (on some models.) Using the Dispenser 6HOHFW&8%(',&( , &586+(',&( or WATER . Press the glass gently against the top of the dispenser cradle. The spill shelf is not selfdraining. To reduce water spotting, the shelf and its grille should be cleaned regularly. ,IQRZDWHULVGLVSHQVHG when the refrigerator is first Spill Shelf installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser arm for at least two 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 glassfuls of water. CAUTION Laceration Hazard 1HYHUSXWILQJHUVRUDQ\RWKHUREMHFWLQWRLFHFUXVKHU GLVFKDUJHRSHQLQJ'RLQJVRFDQUHVXOWLQFRQWDFWLQJ the ice crushing blades and lead to serious injury or amputation 8VHDVWXUG\JODVVZKHQGLVSHQVLQJ ice. A delicate glass may break and result in personal injury. Locking the Dispenser 3UHVVWKH/2&.SDGIRUVHFRQGVWRORFNWKHGLVSHQVHU and control panel. To unlock, press and hold the pad again for 3 seconds. Dispenser Light This pad turns the light in the dispenser on and off. The light also comes on when the dispenser cradle is pressed. )RUPRGHOVZLWKDEXOELIWKHOLJKW burns out, it should be replaced with DZDWW9PD[LPXPEXOE)RU/(' PRGHOVFRQWDFW)DFWRU\6HUYLFH Quick Ice (on some models) When you need ice in a hurry, press this pad to speed up ice production. This will increase ice production for the following 48 hours or until you press the pad again. Door Alarm (on some models) To set the alarm, press this pad until the indicator light comes on. This alarm will sound if either door is open for more than 3 minutes. The light goes out and the beeping stops when you close the door. Water Filter (on some models) 7KH)LOWHU,QGLFDWRU/LJKWZLOOWXUQ\HOORZ when the filter is nearing expiration., and red when the filter is expired. After you replace the water filter, press and KROGWKH5HVHW)LOWHUSDGIRUVHFRQGV until the light turns off to reset the timer. Filter Status (on some models) 3UHVVWKH)LOWHU6WDWXVSDGWRGLVSOD\ the water filter's life percentage (%). Filter Status Important Facts About Your Dispenser 'RQRWDGGLFHIURPWUD\VRUEDJVWRWKHVWRUDJH GUDZHU,WPD\QRWFUXVKRUGLVSHQVHZHOO A void overfilling glass with ice and use of narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can jam the chute or cause WKHGRRULQWKHFKXWHWRIUHH]HVKXW,ILFHLVEORFNLQJ the chute, poke it through with a wooden spoon. B everages and foods should not be quick-chilled in the ice storage drawer. Cans, bottles or food packages in the storage drawer may cause the icemaker or auger to jam. T o keep dispensed ice from missing the glass, put the glass close to, but not touching, the dispenser opening. S ome crushed ice may be dispensed even though \RXVHOHFWHG&8%(',&(7KLVKDSSHQVRFFDVLRQDOO\ when a few cubes accidentally get directed to the crusher. A fter crushed ice is dispensed, some water may drip from the chute. S ometimes a small mound of snow will form on the door in the ice chute. This condition is normal and usually occurs when you have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly. The snow will eventually evaporate. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 17 CARE AND CLEANING Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Outside The dispenser drip area, (on some models) beneath the grille, should be wiped dry. Water left in this area may leave deposits. Remove the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak until the deposits disappear or become loose enough to rinse away. The dispenser cradle (on some models). Before cleaning, lock the dispenser by pressing and holding the LOCK pad for 3 seconds. Clean with warm water and baking soda solution--about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 l) of water. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry. 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 (DVLO\ZLSHDZD\VPXGJHVDQG¿QJHUSULQWV 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 DO NOT USE 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 CleanserTM can be used to remove surface rust, tarnish and small blemishes on stainless steel surfaces only. Oven cleaners Cleaners containing acetone (propanone) $Q\FOHDQHUZLWK:$51,1*DERXWSODVWLFFRQWDFW Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking VRGDLQWKHIUHVKIRRGDQGIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWV Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. ,IWKLVLVQRW practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. Use warm water and baking soda solution-- about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of ZDWHU7KLVERWKFOHDQVDQGQHXWUDOL]HVRGRUV5LQVHDQG wipe dry. Use of any cleaning solution other than that which is recommended, especially those that contain petroleum distillates, can crack or damage the interior of the refrigerator. 18 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. 'RQRWZDVKDQ\SODVWLFUHIULJHUDWRUSDUWVLQWKH dishwasher. 7KHFKLOOWKDZWUD\LVGLVKZDVKHUVDIH 49-1000471 Rev. 1 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. 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). 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. 6HWWKHLFHPDNHUSRZHUVZLWFKWRWKH2))SRVLWLRQDQG shut off the water supply to the refrigerator. ,IWKHWHPSHUDWXUHFDQGURSEHORZIUHH]LQJKDYHD qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to flooding. 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 Light Bulbs WARNING Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.) 7XUQLQJWKHFRQWUROWRWKH2))SRVLWLRQGRHVQRWUHPRYHSRZHUWRWKHOLJKWFLUFXLW Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light 1. Unplug the refrigerator. 2. The bulbs are located at the top of the compartment, inside the light shield. On some models, a screw at the front of the light shield will have to be removed. On other models, the screw is located in the pocket located at the back of the shield. 3. To remove the light shield, on some models, press in on the tabs on the sides of the shield and slide forward and out. On other models, just slide the shield forward and out. 4. After replacing the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, replace the light shield and screw. When replacing the light shield, make sure that the tabs at the back of the shield fit into the slots at the back of the light shield housing. 5. Plug the refrigerator back in. Your light shield will look like one of the following: OR Tabs Pocket 49-1000471 Rev. 1 19 CARE AND CLEANING Care and Cleaning Replacing the Light Bulbs (Cont.) WARNING Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.) 7XUQLQJWKHFRQWUROWRWKH2))SRVLWLRQGRHVQRWUHPRYHSRZHUWRWKHOLJKWFLUFXLW Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light This light is located above the top drawer. 1. Unplug the refrigerator. 2. Lift the light shield up and pull it out. 3. After replacing the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, replace the shield. 4. Plug the refrigerator back in. Freezer Compartment 1. Unplug the refrigerator. 2. Remove the shelf just above the light shield. (The shelf will be easier to remove if it is emptied first.) Remove the screw at the top of the light shield. 3. To remove the light shield, press in on the sides, and lift up and out. 4. Replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, and reinstall the light shield. When reinstalling the light shield, make sure the top tabs snap securely into place. Replace the screw. 5. Reinstall the shelf and plug the refrigerator back in. Dispenser (on some models) 1. Unplug the refrigerator. 2. The bulb is located on the dispenser under the control panel. Remove the light bulb by turning it counterclockwise. 5 HSODFHWKHEXOEZLWKDEXOERIWKHVDPHVL]HDQG wattage. 4. Plug the refrigerator back in. Replacing the lights on models with LED lighting (on some models) Setting the controls to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit. Not all features are on all models. Refrigerator Compartment 7KHUHLVDQ/('OLJKWLQJGLVSOD\LQWKHWRSDQGVLGHVRI the fresh food compartment and in the rear and side of WKHIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWRQVRPHPRGHOV ,IWKLVDVVHPEO\QHHGVWREHUHSODFHGFDOO*( Appliances Service at 1.800.432.2737 in the United States or 1.800.561.3344 in Canada. /(' Lighting 'LVSOD\ 20 49-1000471 Rev. 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 22, 23, 25, 26, 27 & 29 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit our Website at: 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 .HHSWKHVHLQVWUXFWLRQVIRU future reference. · Skill level ,QVWDOODWLRQRIWKLVDSSOLDQFHUHTXLUHV basic mechanical skills. · Completion time 5HIULJHUDWRU,QVWDOODWLRQ 30 minutes :DWHU/LQH,QVWDOODWLRQ 30 minutes · Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. · Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. ,IWKHUHIULJHUDWRUKDVDOUHDG\EHHQLQVWDOOHGUHPRYH the base grille (see Step 2 in Moving the Refrigerator), WKHQVNLSWR6WHSLQ,QVWDOOLQJWKH5HIULJHUDWRU PREPARATION WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on some models) ,IWKHUHIULJHUDWRUKDVDQLFHPDNHULWZLOOKDYHWREH connected to a cold water line. A GE Appliances water supply kit is available at extra cost from your dealer, by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com (in Canada, at geappliances.ca), or from Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688. (in Canada 1.800.661.1616). TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ´DQG´6RFNHW ´DQG´:UHQFK 3ODVWLF3XWW\.QLIH Phillips Head Screwdriver 49-1000471 Rev. 1 21 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR CAUTION Lifting Hazard. Single person lift can cause injury. Use assistance when handling, moving or lifting the refrigerator doors. NOTE: When moving door, to prevent damage to door and electronics carefully place the door in a proper location. WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury during installation, you must first unplug the UHIULJHUDWRUEHIRUHSURFHHGLQJ)DLOXUHWRIROORZWKHVH instructions can result in electrical shock. 2 REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE Remove the grille by removing the two Phillips head screws. 1 LOADING THE REFRIGERATOR ONTO A HAND TRUCK Leave all tape and door pads on doors until the refrigerator is in its final location. To move the refrigerator, use a padded hand truck. Center the refrigerator on the hand truck and secure the strap around the refrigerator. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE STRAP. ,IWKHUHIULJHUDWRUPXVWJRWKURXJKDQ\ HQWUDQFHWKDWLVOHVVWKDQ´ZLGHWKH doors must be removed. Proceed to Step 3. DO NOT remove the handles. ,IDOOHQWUDQFHVDUHPRUHWKDQ´ZLGHVNLS WR,QVWDOOLQJWKH5HIULJHUDWRU. 3 DISCONNECT THE WATER COUPLING (on some models) ,IWKHUHIULJHUDWRUKDVDZDWHUGLVSHQVHU there is a water line from the cabinet into the ERWWRPKLQJHRQWKHIUHH]HUGRRUWKDWPXVWEH disconnected. To disconnect, push in on the white collar of the coupling and pull out the tubing. White collar Bottom IUHH]HU hinge 22 49-1000471 Rev. 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 4 DISCONNECT THE POWER COUPLING (on some models) If the refrigerator has a water dispenser, there is a power line (harness) from the cabinet LQWRWKHERWWRPKLQJHRQWKHIUHH]HUGRRUWKDW must be disconnected. To disconnect, pull apart at the coupling. 6 CLOSE THE FREEZER AND REFRIGERATOR DOORS Bottom IUHH]HU hinge 5 DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS (on some models) If the refrigerator has a refreshment center, there are electrical connectors (harnesses) from the cabinet into the bottom hinge on the refrigerator door that must be disconnected. To disconnect, pull apart each connector. Bottom refrigerator hinge 49-1000471 Rev. 1 23 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 7 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR WARNING )ROORZDOOVWHSVIRUUHPRYLQJ DQGUHLQVWDOOLQJWKHGRRU)DLOXUHWRIROORZWKHVH instructions, leaving off parts, or overtightening screws, can lead to the door falling off and result in injury and property damage. A 5HPRYHWKHIUHH]HUGRRUWRSKLQJHFRYHULI HTXLSSHGE\HLWKHUVTXHH]LQJLWDQGSXOOLQJLW up or by prying it off with a plastic putty knife. 8 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR WARNING )ROORZDOOVWHSVIRUUHPRYLQJ DQGUHLQVWDOOLQJWKHGRRU)DLOXUHWRIROORZWKHVH instructions, leaving off parts, or overtightening screws, can lead to the door falling off and result in injury and property damage. A Remove the refrigerator door top hinge cover (if HTXLSSHGE\HLWKHUVTXHH]LQJLWDQGSXOOLQJLWXS or by prying it off with a plastic putty knife. B 5HPRYHWKHWZR´KH[KHDGVFUHZVWKHQOLIW the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin. ´+H[+HDG B 5HPRYHWKHWZR´KH[KHDGVFUHZVWKHQOLIW the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin. ´+H[+HDG C 2SHQWKHIUHH]HUGRRUWR.° C Open the refrigerator door to 90.° 90° ' $VRQHSHUVRQVORZO\OLIWVWKHIUHH]HUGRRUXS 90° and off the bottom hinge, the second person should carefully guide the water line and power line (harness) through the bottom hinge. 90° E Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up. 24 49-1000471 Rev. 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 8 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR (Cont.) ' Lift the refrigerator door up and off the bottom hinge. ,IWKHUHIULJHUDWRUKDVDUHIUHVKPHQWFHQWHURQH person should slowly lift the door up and off the bottom hinge and the second person should carefully guide the electrical lines (harnesses) through the bottom hinge. 9 REPLACING THE DOORS WARNING )ROORZDOOVWHSVIRUUHPRYLQJ DQGUHLQVWDOOLQJWKHGRRU)DLOXUHWRIROORZWKHVH instructions, leaving off parts, or overtightening screws, can lead to the door falling off and result in injury and property damage. To replace the doors, simply reverse steps 3 through 8. However, please note the following: · When lowering the doors onto the bottom hinges, make sure the second person carefully guides the tube and harnesses through the holes in the hinges. · When connecting the water line, make sure you insert the tubing all the way to the mark. 90° Refreshment Center Models only E Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up. Mark 'RQRWSLQFKWKHWXELQJDQGKDUQHVVHVZKHQ placing the doors on the bottom hinges. · When connecting the power line and the electrical lines (refreshment center models only), be sure that the connectors are seated together fully. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION · 'RQRWLQVWDOOWKHUHIULJHUDWRUZKHUHWKH WHPSHUDWXUHZLOOJREHORZ)&EHFDXVH it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. · 'RQRWLQVWDOOWKHUHIULJHUDWRUZKHUHWKH WHPSHUDWXUHZLOOJRDERYH)&EHFDXVH it will not perform properly. · 'RQRWLQVWDOOWKHUHIULJHUDWRULQDORFDWLRQH[SRVHGWR water (rain, etc.) or direct sunlight. · ,QVWDOOLWRQDIORRUVWURQJHQRXJKWRVXSSRUWLWIXOO\ loaded. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections: Sides Top Back 23`/25` CustomStyleTM ´PP ´PP ´PP 23` (33" wide), 25`, 26`, 27`, 29` ´PP ´PP ´PP DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS (for 23' CustomStyleTM models) 701»4´FP ´ (91.4 cm) ´FP DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS (for 25' CustomStyleTM models) DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS Water Electrical ´FP Cabinet ´PP Airspace ´>PP@*DS ´>PP@:DOO Plates) ´FP Countertop 721»4´FP ´ (91.4 cm) ´FP *72-´FPUHTXLUHGIRUIXOODGMXVWPHQW RIPRELOLW\ZKHHOV,IFDELQHWVLQVWDOOHGDERYH refrigerator have doors that are flush to the top of the opening for the refrigerator, then an additional ´PD\EHUHTXLUHGWRSURYLGHFOHDUDQFHIRU cabinet doors to open freely. 26 49-1000471 Rev. 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker and dispenser models) A cold water supply is required for automatic LFHPDNHUDQGGLVSHQVHURSHUDWLRQ,IWKHUHLV not a cold water supply, you will need to provide RQH6HH³,QVWDOOLQJWKH:DWHU/LQH´VHFWLRQ NOTES: · Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. ,I\RXUUHIULJHUDWRUGRHVQRWKDYHDZDWHUILOWHU we recommend installing one if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator's water valve. ,QVWDOOLWLQWKHZDWHUOLQHQHDUWKHUHIULJHUDWRU ,IXVLQJ8QLYHUVDO:DWHU/LQH5HIULJHUDWRU 7XELQJ.LW\RXZLOOQHHGDQDGGLWLRQDOWXEH :;;WRFRQQHFWWKHILOWHU'RQRWFXW plastic tube to install filter. A ,I\RXDUHXVLQJFRSSHUWXELQJSODFHD compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. ,I\RXDUHXVLQJWKHXQLYHUVDOZDWHUOLQHWXELQJ the nuts are already assembled to the tubing. B ,I\RXDUHXVLQJFRSSHUWXELQJLQVHUWWKHHQG of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. ,I\RXDUHXVLQJXQLYHUVDOZDWHUOLQHWXELQJ insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it is hand tight. Then tighten one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks. 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). WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Attach tubing clamp using existing hole only. DO NOT drill into the refrigerator. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 C )DVWHQWKHWXELQJLQWRWKHFODPSSURYLGHGWR hold it in position. You may need to pry open the clamp. Tubing Clamp ´7XELQJ ´ Compression Nut )HUUXOH (sleeve) Refrigerator Connection Universal Water Line Tubing Universal Water Line Tubing Option 2 Refrigerator Connection Option 3 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. 3 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Before plugging in the refrigerator, make sure the icemaker power switch is set to WKH2))SRVLWLRQ See the grounding information attached to the power cord. 27 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 4 PUT THE REFRIGERATOR IN PLACE Move the refrigerator to its final location. 5 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR The refrigerator can be leveled by adjusting the rollers located near the bottom hinges. Rollers Raise Rollers have three purposes: · Rollers adjust so the door closes easily when opened about halfway. (Raise the front about ´>PP@IURPWKHIORRU · Rollers adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble. · Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning. To adjust the rollers on 23' (33" wide), 25', 26', 27' and 29' models: · Turn the roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to ORZHULW8VHD´KH[VRFNHWRUZUHQFKRU an adjustable wrench. 5 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) To adjust the rollers on 23'/25' CustomStyleTM models: Turn the front roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator, Roller adjusting screws counterclockwise to lowerLW8VHD´KH[ZUHQFKZLWKH[WHQVLRQ or an adjustable wrench. These models also have rear adjustable rollers so you can align the refrigerator with \RXUNLWFKHQFDELQHWV8VHD´KH[ZUHQFK with extension to turn the screws for the rear rollers--clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it. 6 LEVEL THE DOORS A Adjust the refrigerator door to make the doors even at the top. B To align: 8VLQJD´ZUHQFKWXUQWKHGRRUDGMXVWLQJ screw to the right to raise the door, to the left to lower it. NOTE: A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads of the pin, prevents the pin from turning unless a wrench is used. After one or two turns of the wrench, open and close the refrigerator door and check the alignment at the top of the doors. 'RRUVVKRXOGEHHYHQDWWRS Roller adjusting screw 28 Raise ´ZUHQFK 49-1000471 Rev. 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 7 REPLACE THE BASE GRILLE Replace the grille by installing the two Phillips head screws. 9 START THE ICEMAKER Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on) position. The icemaker will not begin to operate XQWLOLWUHDFKHVLWVRSHUDWLQJWHPSHUDWXUHRI) ±&RUEHORZ,WZLOOWKHQEHJLQRSHUDWLRQ DXWRPDWLFDOO\,WZLOOWDNH±GD\VWRILOOWKHLFH bin. Power switch 8 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to the recommended setting. Power switch NOTE: ,QORZHUZDWHUSUHVVXUHFRQGLWLRQVWKHZDWHU valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver enough water to the icemaker. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 29 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (icemaker & dispenser models) BEFORE YOU BEGIN 5HFRPPHQGHGFRSSHUZDWHUVXSSO\NLWVDUH:;; :;;RU:;;GHSHQGLQJRQWKHDPRXQWRI tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are Universal Water Line Refrigerator Tubing :;;:;;DQG:;; When connecting your refrigerator to a Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only approved LQVWDOODWLRQLVZLWKD*($SSOLDQFHV59.LW)RU other reverse osmosis water systems, follow the manufacturer's recommendations. ,IWKHZDWHUVXSSO\WRWKHUHIULJHUDWRULVIURPD 5HYHUVH2VPRVLV:DWHU)LOWUDWLRQ6\VWHP$1' the refrigerator also has a water filter, use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. To order the E\SDVVSOXJVHHWKH:DWHU)LOWHU&DUWULGJHVHFWLRQ Using the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in conjunction with the RO filter can result in hollow ice cubes and slower water flow from the water dispenser. This water line installation is not warranted by WKHUHIULJHUDWRURULFHPDNHUPDQXIDFWXUHU)ROORZ WKHVHLQVWUXFWLRQVFDUHIXOO\WRPLQLPL]HWKHULVNRI expensive water damage. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator. To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to the hot water line. ,I\RXXVH\RXUUHIULJHUDWRUEHIRUHFRQQHFWLQJWKH water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is LQWKH2))SRVLWLRQ 'RQRWLQVWDOOWKHLFHPDNHUWXELQJLQDUHDVZKHUH WHPSHUDWXUHVIDOOEHORZIUHH]LQJ When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) during installation, be sure the device is double insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the KD]DUGRIHOHFWULFVKRFNRULVEDWWHU\SRZHUHG All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements. WHAT YOU WILL NEED · Copper or Universal Water Line Refrigerator 7XELQJNLW´RXWHUGLDPHWHUWRFRQQHFWWKH UHIULJHUDWRUWRWKHZDWHUVXSSO\,IXVLQJFRSSHUEH sure both ends of the tubing are cut square. To determine how much tubing you need: measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation. 8QLYHUVDO:DWHU/LQH5HIULJHUDWRU7XELQJ.LWVDUH available in the following lengths: ¶P ±:;; ¶P ±:;; ¶P ±:;; 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). 30 49-1000471 Rev. 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (Cont.) WHAT YOU WILL NEED (Cont.) NOTE: The only GE Appliances approved plastic tubing is that supplied in Universal Water Line 5HIULJHUDWRU7XELQJNLWV'RQRWXVHDQ\RWKHUSODVWLF water supply line because the line is under pressure at all times. Certain types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and cause water damage to your home. · A GE Appliances water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688 (in Canada 1.800.661.1616). · A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.48.1 bar). · Power drill. · 1/2" or adjustable wrench. · Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver. ,QVWDOOWKHVKXWRIIYDOYHRQWKHQHDUHVWIUHTXHQWO\XVHG drinking water line. 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water. 2 CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for the valve that is easily DFFHVVLEOH,WLVEHVWWRFRQQHFWLQWRWKHVLGHRI a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to FRQQHFWLQWRDKRUL]RQWDOZDWHUSLSHPDNHWKH connection to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe. · Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve. OR ,I\RXDUHXVLQJD8QLYHUVDO:DWHU/LQH5HIULJHUDWRU Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled to the tubing. ,I\RXUH[LVWLQJFRSSHUZDWHUOLQHKDVDIODUHGILWWLQJ at the end, you will need an adapter (available at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression ILWWLQJ'RQRWFXWIRUPHGHQGIURP8QLYHUVDO:DWHU Line Refrigerator tubing. 3 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE 'ULOOD´KROHLQWKHZDWHUSLSHHYHQLIXVLQJ a self-piercing valve), using a sharp bit. Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe. Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill. )DLOXUHWRGULOOD´KROHPD\UHVXOWLQUHGXFHG ice production or smaller cubes. · Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line. The shutoff valve should have a water inlet ZLWKDPLQLPXPLQVLGHGLDPHWHURI´DWWKH SRLQWRIFRQQHFWLRQWRWKH&2/':$7(5/,1( Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 31 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (Cont.) 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE )DVWHQWKHVKXWRIIYDOYHWRWKHFROGZDWHUSLSH with the pipe clamp. Pipe Clamp Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve Vertical Cold Water Pipe NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber. 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely. )RUSODVWLFWXELQJIURPD8QLYHUVDO:DWHU Line Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks. Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve Compression Nut Universal Water Line Tubing 5 TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell. NOTE: 'RQRWRYHUWLJKWHQRU\RXPD\FUXVKWKH tubing.. Pipe Clamp Washer ,QOHW(QG Clamp Screw 6 ROUTE THE TUBING Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator. Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall as possible. NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation. Packing Nut )HUUXOHVOHHYH Outlet Valve NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber. 8 FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed through the tubing. To complete the installation of the refrigerator, go EDFNWR6WHSLQ,QVWDOOLQJWKH5HIULJHUDWRU 32 49-1000471 Rev. 1 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS: Normal Operating Conditions Normal Operating Conditions Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? These conditions are normal. HUMMM... WHOOSH... T he 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. Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an extended period, especially when the doors are opened IUHTXHQWO\7KLVPHDQVWKDWWKH)URVW*XDUG IHDWXUHLVZRUNLQJWRSUHYHQWIUHH]HUEXUQDQG improve food preservation. <RXPD\KHDUDZKRRVKLQJVRXQGZKHQWKHGRRUV FORVH7KLVLVGXHWRSUHVVXUHHTXDOL]LQJZLWKLQWKH 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 RUIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWV7KHIDQVDUHKHOSLQJWR maintain the correct temperatures. ,IHLWKHUGRRULVRSHQIRURYHUPLQXWHV\RXPD\ hear the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs. 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. Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide optimal cooling and energy savings. The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when attempting to restart (this could take up to 5 minutes). The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when relays activate to control refrigerator components. Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket. WATER SOUNDS The flow of refrigerant through the cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause DVL]]OLQJSRSSLQJRUEX]]LQJVRXQGGXULQJWKH defrost cycle. A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan. C losing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to SUHVVXUHHTXDOL]DWLRQ )RUDGGLWLRQDOLQIRUPDWLRQRQQRUPDO icemaker and dispenser operating sounds, see the About the automatic icemaker and About the ice and water dispenser sections. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 33 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Filter Status Indicator LED turns amber Filter Status Indicator LED turns red Possible Causes Filter reaching expired state Filter expired What To Do Press the Filter Status pad to show remaining filter life. Press the Filter Status pad to show remaining filter life. ,IWKHGLVSOD\VKRZVWKHILOWHUQHHGVWREH replaced. LEAK or scrolling "LEAK" on the display Filter leak detected When the unit has detected a new filter (a filter has EHHQUHSODFHGWKH)LOWHU6WDWXV/('ZLOOIODVK times and then remain off to indicate the filter was successfully replaced. Replace filter. Water is disabled Filter Status indicator LED flashing red Buzzer sound "Err" on the display Water is disabled Filter Status indicator LED flashing red :LSHRIIWKHILOWHUVXUURXQGLQJDUHDLIWKHUHLVDQ\ water from filter replacement. Filter is not detected 9HULI\\RXKDYHWKH;:)(ILOWHUDQGQRWWKH;:) No communication with Verify there are no scratches or filter label damage. filter Replace filter if filter label shows damage. Buzzer sound Refrigerator beeps when pressing dispenser paddle Filter is not properly installed Filter water leak Replace filter or make sure the water filter is properly installed (see water filter section). Refrigerator does not operate Vibration or rattling (slight vibration is normal) Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer require more operating time. They start and stop often to maintain even temperatures.) Refrigerator or freezer compartment too warm Frost or ice crystals on frozen food (frost within package is normal) Divider between refrigerator and freezer compartments feels warm Refrigerator in defrost Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. cycle. Freezer control in OFF 0RYHWKHIUHH]HUFRQWUROWRDORZHUWHPSHUDWXUHVHWWLQJ position. Refrigerator is Push the plug completely into the outlet. unplugged. The fuse is blown/circuit Replace fuse or reset the breaker. breaker is tripped. Refrigerator is in Unplug the refrigerator and plug it back in. showroom mode. Rollers need adjusting. See Rollers. Normal when refrigerator Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool is first plugged in. down. Often occurs when large This is normal. amounts of food are placed in refrigerator. Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open. Hot weather or frequent This is normal. door openings. Temperature controls set See Controls. at the coldest setting. Temperature control not See Controls. set cold enough. Warm weather or Set the temperature control one step colder. See frequent door openings. Controls. Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open. Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open. Too frequent or too long door openings. Automatic energy saver This helps prevent condensation on the outside. system circulates warm liquid around front edge of freezer compartment. 34 49-1000471 Rev. 1 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Automatic icemaker does Icemaker switch is in the 2)) not work position. Slide the switch to the ON position. Water supply turned off or not connected. 6HH,QVWDOOLQJWKHZDWHUOLQH Freezer compartment too warm. Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause icemaker to shut off. Level cubes by hand. Ice cubes stuck in icemaker. Turn off the icemaker, remove cubes and turn the icemaker back on. Filter is not properly installed. Filter water leak Replace filter or make sure the water filter is properly installed (refer to water filter section). Ice cubes have odor/taste Ice storage bin needs cleaning. Food transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes. (PSW\DQGZDVKELQ'LVFDUGROGFXEHV Wrap foods well. Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. See Care and cleaning. Small or hollow cubes Water filter clogged. Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with plug. Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open. Temperature control not set cold enough. See Controls. Frequent "buzzing sound" Icemaker switch is in the ON 6HWWKHVZLWFKWRWKH2))SRVLWLRQ.HHSLQJLWLQWKH21 position, but the water supply to the position will damage the water valve. refrigerator has not been connected. Orange glow in freezer Defrost heater is on. This is normal. Cube dispenser does not work (on some models) Icemaker or water supply turned off. Turn on icemaker or water supply. Ice cubes are frozen to icemaker feeler arm. Remove cubes. An item is blocking or has fallen into Remove any item that might be blocking, or has fallen into the ice chute inside the top bin of the chute. the freezer. Irregular ice clumps in storage container. Break up with fingertip pressure and discard remaining clumps. )UHH]HUPD\EHWRRZDUP$GMXVWWKHIUHH]HUFRQWUROWRD colder setting, one position at a time, until clumps do not form. Water has poor taste/odor (on some models) Dispenser is /2&.('. Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. Press and hold the Lock pad for 3 seconds. 'LVSHQVHZDWHUXQWLODOOZDWHULQV\VWHPLVUHSOHQLVKHG Water in first glass is warm Normal when refrigerator is first (on some models) installed Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. Water dispenser has not been used 'LVSHQVHZDWHUXQWLODOOZDWHULQV\VWHPLVUHSOHQLVKHG for a long time. Water system has been drained. Allow several hours for replenished supply to chill. Water dispenser does not Water supply line turned off or not 6HH,QVWDOOLQJWKHZDWHUOLQH work (on some models) connected. Water filter clogged. Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. Air may be trapped in the water system. Press the dispenser arm for at least two minutes. Water spurting from dispenser Dispenser is /2&.('. Newly-installed filter cartridge. Press and hold the Lock pad for 3 seconds. Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about 112 gallons). Water is not dispensed (on some models) but icemaker is working Water in reservoir is frozen. Refrigerator control setting is too cold. Call for service. Set to a warmer setting. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 35 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem No water or ice cube production Possible Causes Supply line or shutoff valve is clogged. Water filter clogged. Dispenser is LOCKED. CUBED ICE was selected but CRUSHED ICE was dispensed (on some models) Refrigerator has odor Filter is not properly installed. Filter water leak Last setting was CRUSHED ICE. Foods transmitting odor to refrigerator. Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator Moisture collects inside (in humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened) Interior light does not work Water on kitchen floor or on bottom of freezer Hot air from bottom of refrigerator Refrigerator never shuts off but the temperatures are OK Refrigerator is beeping Door not closing properly Actual temperature not equal to Set temperature Interior needs cleaning. Not unusual during periods of high humidity. Too frequent or too long door openings. Due to the higher himidity in the refrigerator, you may on occasion experience fog or small amounts of moisture in the refrigerator compartment No power at outlet. Light bulb burned out. For LED lights Cubes jammed in chute. Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings are sensitive and will discolor at these normal and safe temperatures. Adaptive defrost keeps compressor running during door openings. Door is open. Door gasket on hinge side sticking or folding over. Unit just plugged in. Door open for too long Warm food added to refrigerator Defrost cycle is in process What To Do Call a plumber. Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. 3UHVVDQGKROGWKH/2&.&21752/6SDGIRU seconds. Replace filter or make sure the water filter is properly installed (refer to water filter section). A few cubes were left in the crusher from the previous setting. This is normal. )RRGVZLWKVWURQJRGRUVVKRXOGEHWLJKWO\ZUDSSHG .HHSDQRSHQER[RIEDNLQJVRGDLQWKHUHIULJHUDWRU replace every three months. See Care and cleaning. Wipe surface dry. This is normal fo rthe beverage center. This is normal for the beverage center loads and environmental conditions change with a paper towel if desired. Replace fuse or reset the breaker. See Replacing the light bulbs. Call Service. Poke ice through with a wooden spoon. This is normal. This is normal. The refrigerator will cycle off after the door remains closed for 2 hours. Close door. Apply petroleum jelly on face of gasket $OORZKRXUVIRUV\VWHPWRVWDELOL]H $OORZKRXUVIRUV\VWHPWRVWDELOL]H $OORZKRXUVIRUV\VWHPWRVWDELOL]H $OORZKRXUVIRUV\VWHPWRVWDELOL]H 36 49-1000471 Rev. 1 LIMITED WARRANTY Refrigerator Limited Warranty GEAppliances.com For US Customers, DOOZDUUDQW\VHUYLFHLVSURYLGHGE\RXU)DFWRU\6HUYLFH&HQWHUVRUDQDXWKRUL]HG&XVWRPHU&DUH® technician. To schedule service online, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have your serial number and your model number available when calling for service. In Canada, call 800.561.3344. Servicing your refrigerator may require the use of the onboard data port for diagnostics. This gives a GE Appliances Factory Service technician the ability to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE Appliances improve its products by providing GE Appliances with information on your appliance. If you do not want your appliance data to be sent to GE Appliances, please advise your technician NOT to submit the data to GE Appliances at the time of service. For the Period of: GE Appliances Will Replace GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: One Year )URPWKHGDWHRIWKHRULJLQDO purchase Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. 'XULQJWKHlimited one-year warranty, GE Appliances will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part. Thirty Days (Water filter, if included) )URPWKHRULJLQDOSXUFKDVH date of the refrigerator Any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. 'XULQJWKLV limited thirty-day warranty, GE Appliances will also provide, free of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY Five Years )URPWKHGDWHRIWKHSXUFKDVH Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator an all connecting tubing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. 'XULQJWKLVOimited five-year sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE Appliances will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part in the sealed refrigerating system. What GE Appliances Will Not Cover: Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. ,PSURSHULQVWDOODWLRQGHOLYHU\RUPDLQWHQDQFH )DLOXUHRIWKHSURGXFWLILWLVDEXVHGPLVXVHGRU used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially. /RVVRIIRRGGXHWRVSRLODJH 5HSODFHPHQWRIKRXVHIXVHVRUUHVHWWLQJRIFLUFXLW breakers. 'DPDJHWRILQLVKVXFKDVVXUIDFHUXVWWDUQLVKRUVPDOO blemishes not reported within 48 hours of delivery. 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Warrantor: GE Appliances, a Haier company Louisville, KY 40225 For Customers in Canada: This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products SXUFKDVHGLQ&DQDGDIRUKRPHXVHZLWKLQ&DQDGD,QKRPHZDUUDQWVHUYLFHZLOOEHSURYLGHGLQDUHDVZKHUHLWLVDYDLODEOHDQG GHHPHGUHDVRQDEOHE\0&&RPPHUFLDO,QFWRSURYLGH,IWKHSURGXFWLVORFDWHGLQDQDUHDZKHUHVHUYLFHE\D*($SSOLDQFHV $XWKRUL]HG6HUYLFHULVQRWDYDLODEOH\RXPD\EHUHVSRQVLEOHIRUDWULSFKDUJHRU\RXPD\EHUHTXLUHGWREULQJWKHSURGXFWWRDQ $XWKRUL]HG*($SSOLDQFHV6HUYLFHORFDWLRQIRUVHUYLFH Warrantor Canada: MC Commercial Inc., Burlington Ontario, L7R 5B6 49-1000471 Rev. 1 37 LIMITED WARRANTY Water Filter Cartridge MWF Limited Warranty Contact us at geapplianceparts.com, or call 800.GE.CARES. For the period of Thirty Days )URPWKHGDWH of the original purchase GE Appliances will replace Any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship during this limited thirty-day warranty.* What GE Appliances will not cover: Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. ,PSURSHULQVWDOODWLRQ )DLOXUHRIWKHSURGXFWLILWLVDEXVHGPLVXVHGXVHGIRURWKHUWKDQWKHLQWHQGHGSXUSRVHRUXVHGFRPPHUFLDOO\ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. 'DPDJHWRWKHSURGXFWFDXVHGE\DFFLGHQWILUHIORRGVRUDFWVRI*RG ,QFLGHQWDORUFRQVHTXHQWLDOGDPDJHFDXVHGE\SRVVLEOHGHIHFWVZLWKWKLVDSSOLDQFH EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is part exchange as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to six months or the shortest period allowed by law. 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Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. 38 49-1000471 Rev. 1 LIMITED WARRANTY Water Filter Cartridge XWFE Limited Warranty Contact us at geapplianceparts.com, or call 800.GE.CARES. For the period of Thirty Days )URPWKHGDWH of the original purchase GE Appliances will replace Any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship during this limited thirty-day warranty.* What GE Appliances will not cover: Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. ,PSURSHULQVWDOODWLRQ )DLOXUHRIWKHSURGXFWLILWLVDEXVHGPLVXVHGXVHGIRURWKHUWKDQWKHLQWHQGHGSXUSRVHRUXVHGFRPPHUFLDOO\ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. 'DPDJHWRWKHSURGXFWFDXVHGE\DFFLGHQWILUHIORRGVRUDFWVRI*RG ,QFLGHQWDORUFRQVHTXHQWLDOGDPDJHFDXVHGE\SRVVLEOHGHIHFWVZLWKWKLVDSSOLDQFH EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is part exchange as provided in this Limited Warranty. 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Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. 49-1000471 Rev. 1 39 Performance Data Sheet SmartWaterTM Filtration System--GE Appliances MWF Cartridge The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the SHUPLVVLEOHOLPLWIRUZDWHUOHDYLQJWKHV\VWHPDVVSHFLILHGLQ16)$16,6WDQGDUGDQG6WDQGDUG6\VWHPWHVWHGDQGFHUWLILHGE\16) ,QWHUQDWLRQDODJDLQVW16)$16,6WDQGDUGDQG6WDQGDUGIRUWKHUHGXFWLRQRIVXEVWDQFHVOLVWHGEHORZ Capacity 300 Gallons (1,135 Liters). Contaminant Reduction Determined by NSF testing. 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