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ge.com
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
GTR10HAX
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
GTR12HAX
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
GTR12HBX
Ice Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Storage Drawers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Congélateur supérieur
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
Réfrigérateurs
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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 ■ ■ Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas; and located in accordance with the Installation clearances between the doors and between Instructions before it is us
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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 control on the refrigerator. There is a temperature control in the fresh food compartment as well as the freezer compartment. Initially set the control to the mid point in the fresh food and freezer compartments. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Control Settings Adjust the fresh food control one increment After each adjustment, check both the freezer at a time. Allow 12 hours after each adjustment and the fresh food compartments. Changing the fresh for the refrigerat
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions About ice service. ge.com Ice Trays To release ice cubes, turn the tray upside For only one or two ice cubes, leave the tray down, hold it over a container and twist right-side up, twist both ends slightly and both ends. remove as many cubes as you want. Wash ice trays in lukewarm water only— do not put them in an automatic dishwasher. Icemaker Accessory Kit (Model GTR12HBX Only) An icemake
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Cleaning the Outside Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid dish detergent. Dry with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish. Protect the paint finish. The finish on the
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions ge.com Replacing the Light Bulb Moving the control to COLD does not remove Replace the bulb with an appliance power to the light circuit. bulb of the same or lower wattage. The bulb is located behind the shield Insert the tab at the bottom of the light in the back wall. Screw shield into the light bulb housing and Hole snap into place. Unplug the refrigerator. Replace the screw. Remove th
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Installation Refrigerator Models GTR10HAX, GTR12HAX Instructions GTR12HBX If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: ge.com CLEARANCES BEFORE YOU BEGIN Free-standing installation only. Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. LEVELING LEGS • IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Adjustable legs at the front corners of the refrigerator should be set so the refrigerator is firmly
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Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING 1 IMPORTANT NOTES REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR When reversing the door swing: Remove the hinge cover screws (some models have lock washers with each screw), top hinge and shim. • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. Set the door on a non-scratching surface with • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. the outside up. • Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in the wrong places. • Provide a non-scr
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Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 2 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT Tape the door shut with masking tape. Using a putty knife with the edge covered with Remove the center hinge and shim by removing masking tape, remove the plug buttons. Be careful the screws (some models have lock washers with of the paint finish. each screw). Lift up the hinge to remove it. Reinstall the plug button on the right side by inserting NOTE: Some models have a
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Installation Instructions 6 4 TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE REHANG THE FRESH FOOD DOOR TO THE LEFT Make sure the washer(s) are in place on the bottom hinge pin. Place the fresh food door on the bottom To access the bottom hinge, move the refrigerator hinge, close the door and tape it in place with so it is 30″ from a wall. Then carefully tip the masking tape. refrigerator back until it rests against the wall. CAUTION: Be sure that the coils on the back of the refrigerator do not rest against the wal
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Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 8 10 TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR STOP ALIGN THE DOORS TO THE LEFT Align the freezer door with the fresh food door so that the gap between the doors is even. Remove the door stop from the bottom of the right side of the door. Transfer the plug buttons from Tighten the top hinge screws by turning them until the bottom left side to the right side. snug. Then turn the screws a minimum of 1/2 turn using both hands. Install the door stop on the l
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions Normal operating sounds. ge.com Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal. HUMMM... WHOOSH... ■ The new high-efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator, and you may ■ You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. hear a high
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. operate Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push the plug completely into the outlet. The fuse is blown/circuit • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. breaker is tripped. Vibration or rattling Front leveling le
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions ge.com Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor • Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped. to refrigerator. • Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator; replace every three months. Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning. Moisture forms on Not unusual during periods • Wipe surface dry. outside of refrigerator of high hum
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Notes. 16 Installation Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Instructions
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Installation Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Instructions Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here. ® or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service Proof of the original purchase on-line, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). date is needed to obtain service Please have serial number and model number avai
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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 Mabe’s Option Compressor GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE Profile: Five (5) Years GE and All Other GE and All Other GE and All Other Brands: One (1) Year Brands: One (1) Year Brands: One (1) Year Sealed System (including GE Profile: Five (5) Years GE Profile: F
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Soutien au Mesures de sécurité Fonctionnement Installation Conseils de dépannage consommateur Consignes de sécurité . . . . . . . 20, 21 Manuel d’utilisation et d’installation Directives de fonctionnement GTR10HAX Bacs à légumes et à fruits . . . . . . . . . . . .22 GTR12HAX Entretien et nettoyage . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25 GTR12HBX Réglage des boutons de commande . . .22 Glaçons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Directives d’installation Inversion du sens d’ou
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MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES. LISEZ D’ABORD TOUTES LES DIRECTIVES. AVERTISSEMENT! N’utilisez cet électroménager que pour l’usage auquel il est destiné, comme expliqué dans le présent manuel. MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ Lorsque vous utilisez un appareil électrique, observez toujours les mesures de sécurité de base, y compris les suivantes. ■ ■ Installez le réfrigérateur conformément aux ■ ■ Éloignez les doigts des parties du réfrigérateur directives d’installation avant de l’utiliser. où l’on peut
