Page 2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Consumer Support
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: ■ ■ This refriger...
Page 3 - PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR; Refrigerants; USE OF EXTENSION CORDS; DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
3 Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problemsof the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators arestill dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a fewd...
Page 4 - HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY; READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
4 Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power c...
Page 5 - SET; If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.
Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls withtemperature settings. (for other models, see next page) GEAppliances.com The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and...
Page 6 - Performance Air Flow System
Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls with numbered settings. Initially, set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at 5 and allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Several adjustments m...
Page 7 - About the water filter.; Water Filter Cartridge; Installing the Filter Cartridge; Filter Bypass Plug
About the water filter. (on some models) GEAppliances.com 7 Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in theback upper right corner of the refrigeratorcompartment. When to Replace the Filter The filter cartridge should be replacedevery six months or earlier if you notice your ice ...
Page 8 - About the shelves and bins.; Not all features are on all models.; Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf
Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 8 Rearranging the Shelves To remove: Tilt the shelf up at the front. Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out. To replace: While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook at the ...
Page 9 - About the additional features.; Shelf Saver Rack
Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door To remove: Lift the shelf straight up, then pull out. To replace: Engage the shelf in the molded supports on the door and push down. It will lock in place. Adjustable Bins on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried fromrefrigerator to work area. To remove: L...
Page 10 - About the crispers and pans.; Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the crispers and pans. Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may accumulate in thebottom of the drawers or under the drawersshould be wiped d...
Page 11 - Freezer Shelves and Baskets
Freezer Shelves and Baskets Depending on your model, your freezermay feature: A deep full-width basket A shallow full-width basket A half-width basket A full-width wire shelf A shelf above the ice storage bin Basket/Shelf Removal To remove the deep full-width baskets onfreezer door models, the shall...
Page 12 - About the automatic icemaker.; Automatic Icemaker; Icemaker Accessory Kit
About the automatic icemaker. 12 Automatic Icemaker (on some models) The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle—approximately 100–130 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezercompartment temperature, roomtemperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. See below for how to a...
Page 13 - Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.; Cleaning the Outside; Cleaning the Inside
Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. GEAppliances.com 13 Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Clean with a cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with a softcloth. Do not use wax o...
Page 14 - Behind the Refrigerator
14 Consumer Support Tr oubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions For long vacations or absences, removefood and unplug the refrigerator. Move the freezer control to the 0 (off) position, and clean the interior with a baking sodasolution of one tablespoo...
Page 15 - Refrigerator Lights; Freezer Light; Replacing the light bulbs.; Turning the control to the
Refrigerator Lights CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. Unplug the refrigerator. The bulbs are located at the top of the refrigerator compartment behind the controls. To remove the light shield,grasp the shield at the back and pullout to release the tabs at the back. Rotate the shield down and then for...
Page 16 - BEFORE YOU BEGIN; IMPORTANT; Note to Installer –; Reversing the Door Swing; PREPARATION; WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER; TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
Installation Refrigerator Instructions Models 20 and 22 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: geappliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT — Save ...
Page 17 - REFRIGERATOR LOCATION; Sides; Installing the Water Line
17 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where thetemperature will go below 60°F (16°C)because it will not run often enough tomaintain proper temperatures. • Do not install the refrigerator where thetemperature will go above 100...
Page 18 - place a; If you are using the GE SmartConnect; the nuts are already assembled to; If you are using copper tubing,; insert; If you are using GE SmartConnect; insert the molded end of the; TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY; Move the refrigerator to its final location.
18 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATORTO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (cont.) If you are using copper tubing, place a compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) ontothe end of the tubing coming from thehouse cold water supply. If you are using the GE SmartConn...
Page 19 - Installation Instructions
ATTACH REFRIGERATORDOOR HANDLE Look for an arrow label on the front of the handle.If the door mounting screws are locatedon the left side of the door, hold thehandle so the arrow points to the right(arrow is at the top of the handle).If the door mounting screws are locatedon the right side of the do...
Page 20 - ATTACH FREEZER DOOR HANDLE; Turn the leveling legs; clockwise to raise; the; counterclockwise to lower
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) ATTACH FREEZER DOOR HANDLE Look for an arrow label on the front of thehandle. Hold the handle so that the arrowis pointing to the left. Align keyhole slots on the right and leftsides of the back of the handle with thescrews mounted on the...
Page 21 - SET THE CONTROLS
Installation Instructions 21 SET THE CONTROLS Set the controls to the recommendedsetting. 8 START THE ICEMAKER (icemaker models) Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on) position. The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches itsoperating temperature of 15°F (–9°C) or below. It will the...
Page 22 - REMOVE THE BASKET; hex; Read these instructions completely and carefully.
22 Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) REMOVE THE BASKET Open the freezer drawer until it stops.The freezer basket rests on a frame insidethe freezer drawer. Lift the basket up atthe back.Lift the front up and lift the entire basketup and out of the drawer. 1 AB C ...
Page 23 - REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET
23 Installation Instructions REPLACING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) ATTACH AND SECURE THEDRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES Pull out the rail assemblies to the fulllength on each side of the cabinet. Locate the slots on the inside of the railassemblies near the back. Insert the hooks at the back of t...
Page 24 - TOOLS YOU WILL NEED; IMPORTANT NOTES; When reversing the door swing:
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 24 Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way throughbefore starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratchingpaint. • Set screws down by their related parts toavoid using them in the w...
Page 25 - REMOVE THE CENTER HINGE PIN; On models with a freezer door,; tape the; REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR; There is a plastic washer between; REMOVE CENTER HINGE; socket driver, remove the
Installation Instructions REMOVE THE CENTER HINGE PIN On models with a freezer door, tape the door shut with masking tape.Using an adjustable wrench, remove thecenter hinge pin. 2 A B REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR (freezer door models) Remove the tape and tilt the door awayfrom the cabinet. Lift the door ...
Page 26 - TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR STOP
26 Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.) TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGEBRACKET (freezer door models, cont.) Install the bottom hinge bracket on theleft side of the cabinet. Remove the insert at the top left side of thebase grille and install it on the right side. Replace the base grille ...
Page 27 - INSTALL CENTER HINGE; Install the center hinge on the left side.; INSTALL CENTER HINGE PIN; Install the center hinge pin.; HANG THE FREEZER DOOR
27 Installation Instructions INSTALL CENTER HINGE Transfer the plug button and screws in the hinge holes on the left side to theright side. Install the center hinge on the left side. 7 A B INSTALL CENTER HINGE PIN Install the center hinge pin. NOTE: On models with a freezer door, be sure to put the ...
Page 29 - REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR
29 Installation Instructions REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR Lower the refrigerator door onto thecenter hinge pin. Insert the top hinge pin into the hingehole on top of the refrigerator door. Makesure the door is aligned with the cabinet.Attach the hinge to the top of the cabinetloosely with the bolts.Make...
Page 30 - Copper or GE SmartConnect; outer diameter to connect
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER MODELS) 30 Recommended copper water supply kits areWX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on theamount of tubing you need. Approved plasticwater supply lines are GE SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10002,WX08X10006, WX08X10015 andWX08X1...
Page 32 - Refrigerator Tubing kit,; FLUSH OUT THE TUBING; Commonwealth of Massachusetts; FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE; Do not overtighten or you may; TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP; Be sure there is sufficient extra; ROUTE THE TUBING; Installing the Refrigerator
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 32 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. For plastic tubi...
Page 33 - Problem; CRACKS and SNAPS; Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
33 Normal operating sounds. GEAppliances.com Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the followingpages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait a...
Page 34 - Before you call for service...
34 Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely long periods or cycles is first plugged in. cool down. on and off frequently. Often occurs when large • This is normal. (Modern refrigerat...
Page 35 - General Electric Company; GE Ser vice Protection Plus; —comprehensive protection on all your appliances—; No Matter What Brand!; Please place in envelope and mail to:
35 General Electric Company Warranty Registration DepartmentP.O. Box 32150Louisville, KY 40232-2150 GE Ser vice Protection Plus ™ GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability, offers you Service Protection Plus ™ —comprehensive protection on all your appliances— No Matter What Brand...
Page 36 - Consumer Product Ownership Registration; Important: If you did not get a registration card with your; Model Number
Consumer Product Ownership Registration Im po rta nt Ma il To da y! GE Appliances GE Consumer ProductsGeneral Electric CompanyLouisville, Kentuckywww.GEAppliances.com First Name Mr. ■ ■ Ms. ■ ■ Mrs. ■ ■ Miss ■ ■ Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Year Zip Code Apt. # Last Name Ph...
Page 37 - CUSTOMER WARRANTY; TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
CUSTOMER WARRANTY (for customers in Canada) Your refrigerator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship. What is covered How Long Warranted Parts Labour (From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace at Camco’s Option Compressor Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Sealed System ...
Page 38 - Refrigerator Warranty.; What GE Will Not Cover:
38 Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Staple your receip...
Page 39 - Performance Data Sheet; Operating Specifications; Special Notices; NSF
39 Manufactured for: General Electric Company, Louisville, KY 40225 Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System GSWF Cartridge This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42/53 for reduction of the substances listed below.The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering ...
Page 40 - Water Treatment Device
40 State of California Department of Health Services Water Treatment Device Certificate Number Date Issued: April 28, 2003 Trademark/Model Designation Replacement Elements 1559 03 - GE GSWF GSWF Manufacturer: General Electric Consumer Products The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate...
