GE Appliances Bottom Freezer Refrigerators

?️ 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:

• This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
• Unplug the refrigerator before making repairs or 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.)
• Replace all parts and panels before operating.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• To prevent suffocation and entrapment hazards to children, remove the refrigerator and freezer doors from any refrigerator before disposing of it or discontinuing its use.
• Children and persons with reduced physical, sensory 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 use and understand the hazards involved.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential environments; catering and similar non-retail applications.
• Do not apply harsh cleaners to the refrigerator. 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.
• 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).
• To avoid serious injury or death, children should not 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.

• Do not clean glass shelves or covers 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.
• Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas; clearances between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.
• Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet, skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
• Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely.
• In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

INSTALLATION

⚠️ WARNING FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

Keep flammable materials and vapors away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

⚡ Connecting Electricity

⚠️ WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

• Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
• Do not remove the ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

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

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

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

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Do not use an adapter.

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

A 115 Volt AC, 60 Hz, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

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

Immediately discontinue use of a damaged supply cord. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified service professional with an authorized service part from the manufacturer.

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

Failure to follow these disposal instructions can result in death or serious injury.

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

Before You Throw Away Your Old Appliance

• Take off the refrigerator and freezer doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

⚠️ WARNING REFRIGERANT AND FOAM DISPOSAL:

Dispose of or recycle your appliance in accordance with Federal and Local Regulations. Flammable refrigerant and insulation material used requires special disposal procedures. Contact your local authorities for the environmentally safe disposal or recycling of your refrigerator.

? R600a Refrigerant Safety

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. Service shall only be performed by authorized service personnel. Use only manufacturer-authorized service parts.
3. Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with the Federal and Local Regulations. The flammable refrigerant and insulation material used in this product require special disposal procedures. Contact your local authorities for the environmentally safe disposal of your refrigerator.
4. Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosures or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
5. To remove frost, scrape with a plastic or wood spatula or scraper. Do not use an ice pick or a metal or sharp-edged instrument as it may puncture the freezer liner and then the flammable refrigerant tubing behind it.
6. Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartment of the appliance.
7. Do not use any electrical device to defrost your freezer.

✨ Features

French Door Models

• Space-saving icemaker (on some models): Icemaker and bin are located on the door creating more usable storage space.
• LED lighting: LED lights in the refrigerator compartment are located at the top center and on the left and right sides of climate zone pans. LED lights are also located in the freezer; see page 22.
• Full-width drawer: A full-width drawer that can accommodate larger items is located at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment.
• QuickSpace™ shelf (on some models): Functions as a normal full-sized shelf when needed 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.

Single Door Models

• Floating snack pan: Can be moved to different locations to best serve your needs.
• LED lighting: LED light is located at the top of the refrigerator compartment. LED lights are also located in the freezer; see page 22.
• Full-width shelves: Full-width shelves that can accommodate larger 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): Icemaker is located in the freezer on some models. Icemaker Kit IM4D is available for models that are icemaker-ready. For installation instructions see the IM4D owner's manual found at GEAppliances.com.

⚙️ Controls

Internal Control (Figure A)

Description of knob positions for temperature guide (Refrigerator/Freezer).

Top Control (some models - Figure B)

• Freezer Compartment Temperature Control: Adjust freezer compartment temperature. The freezer temperature is preset in the factory at 0°F (-17.8°C). Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting.
• Refrigerator Compartment Temperature Control: Adjust refrigerator compartment temperature. The refrigerator temperature is preset in the factory at 37°F (2.8°C). Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting.
• Water Filter: Press and hold 3 seconds to reset the Water Filter.
• Turbo Cool: To set the TurboCool™, press the Turbo Cool pad for 3 seconds. The display will show tc. TurboCool™ rapidly cools the refrigerator compartment... Use TurboCool™ when adding a large amount of food...
• (? NOTE: The refrigerator temperature cannot be changed during TurboCool™...)
• 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...
• (? NOTE: To put the refrigerator control in the OFF position, simultaneously touch the words Freezer and Fridge for 3 seconds...)
• (? Changing °F to °C or °C to °F: Press and hold the "DOOR ALARM" and "FREEZER" buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds...)

External Control (some models - Figure C)

• Freezer Compartment Temperature Control: Adjust freezer compartment temperature. The freezer temperature is preset in the factory at 0°F (-17.8°C). Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting.
• Refrigerator Compartment Temperature Control: Adjust refrigerator compartment temperature. The refrigerator temperature is preset in the factory at 37°F (2.8°C). Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting.
• Water Filter: Press and hold 3 seconds to reset the Water Filter.
• Turbo Cool: To set the Turbo Cool™, press the Alarm pad for 3 seconds. The display will show tc. Turbo Cool™ rapidly cools the refrigerator compartment...
• (? NOTE: The refrigerator temperature cannot be changed during Turbo Cool™...)
• Alarm: Press the Alarm pad to toggle the door alarm between off and on. The alarm will sound if either door is left open for more than 2 minutes...
• 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 and off.
• (? NOTE: To put the refrigerator control in the OFF position, simultaneously touch the words Freezer and Fridge for 3 seconds...)
• (? Changing °F to °C or °C to °F: Press and hold the "FREEZER" and "ALARM" buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds...)
• (? NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.)

? Sabbath Modes (on some models)

Activate Sabbath Mode to turn off the temperature control and advanced features (ex. door alarm). Depending 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.

Models with Figure C controls

• Press and hold the LOCK and LIGHT buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds to enter/exit Sabbath Mode.
• The icemaker must be turned off manually during Sabbath mode. To turn off the icemaker, set the switch to the OFF position. To turn the icemaker on, set the switch to the ON position.

Models with Figure B controls

• Depending on the model, press and hold the Alarm and Water Filter or the Alarm and Filter Status simultaneously for 5 seconds to enter and exit the Sabbath mode.
• The icemaker must be turned off manually during Sabbath mode. To turn off the icemaker, set the switch to the OFF position. To turn the icemaker on, set the switch to the ON position.

? Dispenser (on some models)

Water & Ice Dispenser

Description of dispenser tray, spill shelf. Initial water dispensing instructions (air in line, flushing).

⚠️ CAUTION Laceration Hazard

• Never put fingers or any other object into ice crusher discharge opening...
• Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice. A delicate glass may break...

To remove Dispenser Tray

Pull Dispenser Tray out.

To reinstall Dispenser Tray

Push in until it is firmly in place.

Door Ice Bin

Steps for opening, releasing bin, removing ice bucket, replacing ice bucket.

Internal Water Dispenser

Location, dispensing water, initial flush. (? NOTE: To avoid water deposits, the dispenser should be cleaned periodically...)

Important Facts About Your Dispensers

• Do not add ice from trays or bags to the door icemaker bucket.
• Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of narrow glasses.
• Beverages and foods should not be quick-chilled in the door icemaker bin.
• To keep dispensed ice from missing the glass, put the glass close to, but not touching, the dispenser opening.
• Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you selected CUBED ICE.
• After crushed ice is dispensed, some water may drip from the chute.
• Sometimes a small mound of frost will form on the door in the ice chute.

? Water Filter Cartridge - XWFE (on some models)

WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE

Location, RFID technology, FCC/IC compliance.

WHEN TO REPLACE THE FILTER

Indicator light, 6 months replacement, flow reduction.

REMOVING THE FILTER

Steps for removal. (⚠️ CAUTION If air has been trapped in the system...)

FILTER BYPASS PLUG

Purpose, obtaining plug, installation.

INSTALLING THE FILTER IN A BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR

Steps for installation. Post-installation flush instructions. Resetting water filter.

Application Guidelines/Water Supply

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.

Recommendation for GE Appliances-branded filters. Contact information.

? Shelves and Bins

Rearranging the Refrigerator Shelves

Steps for removing and replacing shelves.

Quick Space Shelf (on some models)

Description.

Adjustable Door Bins (on some models)

Removal and replacement steps.

Non-Adjustable Gallon Door Bins (on some models)

Removal and replacement steps.

?️ Pans

Climate Zone Pans

Purpose, cleaning, removal.

Full-Width Pan (on some models)

Removal and replacement.

How to Remove and Replace Drawer Divider

Removal and replacement.

Floating Snack Pan (on some models)

Purpose, removal.

? Freezer Drawer (on some models)

FREEZER BASKETS

Description of baskets, note on not overfilling.

Top Basket Removal

Steps for removal and replacement.

Bottom Basket Removal

Steps for removal and replacement.

? Freezer Compartment

FREEZER SHELF AND BASKET

Description of shelf and basket, note on not overfilling.

Basket Removal

Steps for removal and replacement.

Fixed Shelf Removal

Steps for removal and replacement.

? Automatic Icemaker

Initial ice making time. (⚠️ WARNING Connect to potable water supply only...)

Description of icemaker operation. (⚠️ CAUTION To minimize the risk of personal injury...)

For Refrigerator Models with Icemaker in the Door Ice Bucket and Dispenser

Steps for ice bucket.

For Refrigerator Models with Icemaker in the Freezer Compartment

Information on icemaker-ready models and purchasing kits.

? Care and Cleaning

Cleaning the Outside

Description of surfaces. DO USE/DO NOT USE lists.

STAINLESS STEEL - Outside surfaces, door handles, and trim

Note on plastic parts. DO USE/DO NOT USE lists.

Cleaning the Inside

Instructions for unplugging, cleaning around controls, wax polish, baking soda solution. Cleaning inside metal panel. (⚠️ CAUTION Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold.)

Behind the Refrigerator

Moving precautions, leveling legs, avoiding cord/line damage.

Preparing for Vacation

Instructions for long absences.

Preparing to Move

Instructions for moving.

Replacing the Lights

LED lighting locations. Need for authorized technician. Contact info.

❓ Troubleshooting Tips

Normal Operating Conditions

Details on normal operating conditions.

Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions.

? Limited Warranty

Information regarding the limited warranty.

? Consumer Support

• Water Filter Limited Warranty
• Performance Data Sheets
• Appliance Communication
• Consumer Support

Model and Serial Number Location

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.