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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Models 20, 22 and 23
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 12
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Crispers and Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Congélateur inférieur
Freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Replacing the Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . .1
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: ■ ■This refrigerator must be properly installed ■ ■In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, and located in accordance with the Installation avoid contact with the moving parts of the Instructions before it is use
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions ge.com WARNING! HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped This provides the best performance and also prevents with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates overloading house wiring circuits which could cause
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About the controls with temperature settings. (on some models) (on some models) NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the digital temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now. Initially, set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at 5. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one increment at a time, and allow 24 hours after each adjustment for the r
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions About the water filter. (on some models) ge.com Water Filter Cartridge Filter Bypass Plug The water filter cartridge is located in the You must use the filter bypass plug when a back upper right corner of the refrigerator replacement filter cartridge is not available. compartment. The icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. When to Replace the Filter Replacement
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About the shelves and bins. Not all features are on all models. Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Remove all items from the shelf. Tilt the shelf up at the front. Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in the same manner. To replace: While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook at the back of the shelf in a slot on the track. Lower the front of
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions About the crispers and pans. ge.com Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry. Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models) Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the way to the LOW HIGH setting to provide high humidity setting to provide lower hum
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About the freezer drawer. (on some models) Not all features are on all models. Freezer Shelves and Baskets NOTE: Do not fill baskets higher than the rim A shelf above the ice storage bin of the basket. This may cause baskets to stick A half-width basket or jam when opening or closing. A deep full-width basket Appearance and features may vary Basket Removal To remove the deep full-width basket on When replacing the deep full-width basket: freezer drawer models: Tilt the basket back and lower it
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions About the freezer compartment. (on some models) ge.com Not all features are on all models. Freezer Shelf and Basket NOTE: Do not fill basket higher than the rim of A full-width fixed wire shelf the basket. This may cause basket to stick or A full-width sliding wire basket jam when opening or closing. Basket Removal To remove the full-width sliding wire basket When replacing the full-width s
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About the automatic icemaker. (on some models) A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Power Automatic Icemaker Switch Icemaker The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle— You will hear a buzzing sound each time approximately 100–130 cubes in a 24-hour period, the icemaker fills with water. depending on freezer compartment temperature, Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow room temperature, number of door openings and the water line to clear.
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. ge.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Clean with a The stainless steel panels and door cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with handles. Stainless steel (on some models) a soft cloth. Do not use wax on the door can be cleaned with a commercially handles and trim. available stainless steel cleaner. A spray-on stainless steel cleaner wo
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator the refrigerator in a side direction may away from the wall. All types of floor result in damage to the floor covering coverings can be damaged, particularly or refrigerator. cushioned coverings and those with Lower the leveling legs until they touch embossed surfaces. the floor. Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom When pushing the refrigerator back, make front of the refrigerator
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. ge.com Turning the control to the 0ff position does not remove power to the light circuit. Refrigerator Lights After replacing with an appliance bulb CAUTION: Light bulbs may of the same or lower wattage, replace be hot. the shield. Unplug the refrigerator. Plug the refrigerator back in. To remove the light shield, grasp the NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be ordered
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Installation Refrigerator Instructions Models 20 and 22 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN TOOLS YOU MAY NEED Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT — Save these instructions 3/8″ and 5/16″ Socket for local inspector’s use. Adjustable Wrench Ratchet/Driver • IMPORTANT — Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sur
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.) (on some models) REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often Carefully lower the door(s) onto the center hinge(s). E enough to maintain proper temperatures. Reinstall top hinge(s). NOTE: Ensure the door is • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature properly aligned to the case top t
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 1 CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO 2 TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY THE HOUSE WATER LINE (icemaker models) (cont.) Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks. If you are using copper tubing, place a A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. ™ If you are using the GE SmartConnect tubing, the nuts are already assembled to the tubing. If y
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Installation Instructions 7 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE 6 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD Stainless steel and plastic handles: DOOR HANDLE A Loosen the set screws located on the (For placement in the installation location underside of the handle with the 1/8″ Allen or reversal of the handles – on some wrench and remove the handle. models) NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need Stainless steel (on to be tightened or removed, use a 3/16″ Allen some models): wrench. A REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: L
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) 9 ATTACH THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE 8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD Stainless steel and plastic handles: DOOR HANDLE A Attach the handle firmly to the mounting Stainless steel handle: fasteners and tighten the set screws on A Attach the the bottom of the handle with a 1/8″ Allen handle to the A wrench. handle mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws with a 3/32″ Allen Mounting wrench. A Fasteners NOTE: For Double Door models follow the
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Installation Instructions 10 LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR SET THE CONTROLS 11 The leveling legs have 2 purposes: Set the controls to the recommended setting. 1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble. 2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from tipping. Remove the grille by removing the two Phillips A head screws. T
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Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed, 2 REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT (cont.) to fit through tight areas. Lift up on both sides of the freezer drawer B Read these instructions completely and carefully. handle to separate the drawer railings from the rail assemblies. C Set the drawer front on a non-scratching surface. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET D Push the rail assemblies back into locking A Open the freezer drawer until it stops.
