GE Refrigerators MODEL NAMES/HOME APPLIANCE TFJ20JA TFJ22JA TPJ24BI TFJ25PA Part Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9 Specifications—External Dimensions . . . . . . . . .10, 11 Instructions for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Instructions for Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Operation of Refrigerator: Operation of Temperature Control Dials . . . . .14 Interior Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION • Please read these safety cautions carefully and operate the refrigerator correctly. • Please make sure to heed the safety cautions listed here, for they contain important information. DANGER This sign indicates that there is a high probability of causing death or serious injury to the operator, if mishandled. WARNING This sign indicates that there is a possibility of causing death or serious injury to the operator, if mishandled.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued) • DANGER OF STARTING FIRE (OR MAY CAUSE ABNORMAL OPERATION). Under no circumstances should you disassemble, repair, or modify anything. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE Use regulation 15A only for dedicated wall outlet for the refrigerator. Power source AC 100V Standard 15A wall outlet • DANGER OF FIRE FROM OVER-HEATING IF OUTLET IS SHARED WITH OTHER APPLIANCES. DEDICATED OUTLET • DO NOT HANDLE PLUG WITH WET HANDS. • DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, SHORT CIRCUIT, OR INJURY.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued) WARNING For Safety Connect grounding wire. Confirm the ground wire CONNECT GROUNDING • DANGER OF MALFUNCTION OR SHORT CIRCUIT. • PLEASE CONSULT DEALERSHIP WHEN CONNECTING GROUNDING. • DANGER OF RUPTURED HOSES, PIPES, VALVES, ETC., LEAKING WATER. Do not install in a location where freezing is possible. DO NOT INSTALL • SUBSTANCES REQUIRING STRICT TEMPERATURE CONTROL SHOULD NOT BE STORED IN A HOME REFRIGERATOR.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued) • DANGER OF FIRE BY IGNITION. Do not use flammable sprays (hair spray, insecticide, etc.) near refrigerator. DO NOT USE • DANGER OF INJURY CAUSED BY FALLING OBJECTS WHEN DOOR IS OPENED AND CLOSED. Do not place heavy objects on top of refrigerator. DO NOT • DANGER OF FIRE CAUSED BY SHORT CIRCUIT DUE TO DETERIORATION OF ELECTRICAL INSULATION BY SPILLED WATER. Do not place a container with water on top of refrigerator.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued) For Safety WARNING • COULD RESULT IN INJURIES IF THE REFRIGERATOR TOPPLES OVER. Secure the refrigerator in place to prevent it from toppling over during an earthquake. PREVENT FROM TOPPLING OVER • DANGER OF CAUSING INJURIES DUE TO SHELVES COMING LOOSE AND FALLING IF NOT SECURELY ATTACHED. The adjustable shelves and baskets should be attached securely to designated points in the refrigerator. ATTACH SHELVES SECURELY • UNIT MAY LEAK IF NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued) • POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, SHORT CIRCUIT, OR FIRE. Do not use a damaged cord, power plug, or loose wall outlet. NO! DO NOT USE • DO NOT DAMAGE, BREAK, ALTER, FORCIBLY BEND, PULL, TWIST, OR BUNDLE THE ELECTRIC POWER CORD. DO NOT PLACE A HEAVY OBJECT ON IT, CRIMP IT, OR ALTER IT IN ANY WAY. • A BROKEN CORD MAY CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. Do not damage the electric power cord. DO NOT DAMAGE • INSULATION WILL DETERIORATE AND CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION (continued) For Safety CAUTION • DANGER OF INJURIES BY ATTEMPTING TO MOVE THE REFRIGERATOR YOURSELF. • CONSULT YOUR DEALERSHIP OR A PROFESSIONAL MOVER TO TRANSPORT THE REFRIGERATOR. Hire professional movers to move the refrigerator, because it is heavy and dangerous to move. EMPLOY PROFESSIONAL MOVERS • FREEZING TEMPERATURES MAY CAUSE FREEZER BURN. Do not touch food or containers (metallic) inside the freezer compartment with wet hands.
PART NAMES TFJ20JA Refrigerator Compartment 1 2 3 4 5 6 Refrigerator Interior Light Door Pockets (6 levels) Compartment Shelves (3 levels) Large Freezer Basket Pull-out type: chicken and large pieces of meat, etc., can be stored.
PART NAMES (continued) TPJ24BI & TFJ25PA Freezer Compartment Refrigerator Compartment 6 5 1 2 3 Read Before Using 4 5 Refrigerator Interior Light Door Pockets (5 or 6 levels) Compartment Shelves (3 levels) Large Freezer Basket Pull-out type: chicken and large pieces of meat, etc., can be stored.
SPECIFICATIONS TOTAL FREEZER FRESH FOOD ELECTRICAL VOLTAGE POWER FREQUENCY SOURCE MOTORS HEATERS AVG MONTHLY ELECTRICAL CONSUMPTION (KWH/MON) COOLING METHOD AND FREEZER CODE CONDENSER COOLING DEFROST CONTROL DEFROST WATER REMOVAL AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER MOBILITY WHEELS BUILT-IN DOOR REVERSIBILITY ELECTRICAL RATING WEIGHT CORD LENGTH TFJ25PA 707 260 447 133/156 545/545 78/82 TPJ24BI TFJ22JA 655 605 250 187 405 418 SINGLE PHASE 100/100 50/60 131/146 124/142 670/670 464/464 75/76 63/66 TFJ20JA 547 187 360 122/
EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS 1227 725 725 Side View 1720 45 60 Top View 830 785 105 1065 (Units: mm) 830 800 TFJ20JA 270 1278 725 725 Side View 1720 45 60 Top View 830 785 105 1065 (Units: mm) 830 850 TFJ22JA 270 470 1185 605 645 Side View 1775 50 60 715 665 120 Top View 1045 (Units: mm) 765 915 TPJ24BI 295 385 725 725 Side View 1775 50 60 Top View 1290 150 835 785 (Units: mm) 875 915 TFJ25PA 1150 Read Before Using 400 280 470 11
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION 1 5 Refrigerator should be installed on a firm and level floor. Install in a low-humidity location. An electrical short circuit or rusting may occur. If it is necessary to install in a washroom or on a damp floor, be sure to provide gaps by placing the refrigerator on some sort of blocks. Straight! If the floor is not firm, noise or vibration may occur. When opening and closing the door, the refrigerator may topple and cause injuries.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATION 1 CAUTION DURING POWER OUTAGE Sudden interruption of electricity • Limit the frequency of opening and closing the door. If the door is kept closed, the refrigerator should maintain its temperature for approximately 2 hours and the freezer for approximately 1 hour. For expected outage Read Before Using • Accumulate a lot of ice. The refrigerator can be maintained by cooling with ice.
OPERATION OF TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIALS 1 SET AT POSITION “5” FOR NORMAL USE Refrigerator Compartment Freezer Compartment 3 1 7 5 9 (or) Warm 1 3 5 7 9 Cold FREEZER COMPARTMENT The freezer temperature is adjusted by moving the dials as shown in the diagrams. Set dial at “5” for normal operation. If the dial is set at “1,” temperature of the freezer is increased. If the dial is set at “9,” temperature of the freezer is decreased.
INTERIOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL NOTICE: NEW FREEZING ROOM TEMPERATURE FEATURE Operation YOUR REFRIGERATOR HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO INCLUDE A FEATURE THAT WILL PREVENT THE CONTENTS OF THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT FROM FREEZING, EVEN IF THE ROOM TEMPERATURE IS BELOW FREEZING. THIS IS A TOTALLY AUTOMATIC SYSTEM AND WILL REQUIRE NO ACTION ON YOUR PART. THIS SYSTEM PROVIDES THIS FEATURE BY PERIODICALLY TURNING THE LIGHTS IN THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT ON AND OFF.
INTERIOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL (continued) 1 NORMAL OPERATION FREEZER COMPARTMENT For normal operation, set the dials as shown below: 3 1 5 7 REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT 9 Refrigerator Compartment 2 Freezer Compartment 1 9 7 5 3 Operation (or) ADDITIONAL COOLING ON REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT SIDE FREEZER COMPARTMENT Use this setting when food is to be stored at low temperatures. This setting is likely to be frequently used during warmer months.
INTERIOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL (continued) 3 ADDITIONAL COOLING ON FREEZER COMPARTMENT SIDE Use this setting when food is to be stored for longer periods of time. 3 Operation 1 5 7 FREEZER COMPARTMENT REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT FREEZER COMPARTMENT REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT 9 (or) Refrigerator Compartment 4 Freezer Compartment 1 9 7 5 3 A SMALL AMOUNT OF FOOD IS STORED Use this setting when food is to be stored at warmer temperatures.
UTILIZING THE INTERIOR SPACE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT SHELVES Each shelf is adjustable, enabling space to be utilized without waste. 1. To remove shelf, lift the front end slightly, while unhooking it from the slot in the back. 2 Unhook 2 2. To install shelf, lift the front end and insert the hooks into the slots at desired height, and lower front end to lock in securely. 1 Insert Hooks 1 Lift Up 2 Lower Front FREEZER COMPARTMENT SHELF To remove shelf, pull forward and lift slightly.
UTILIZING THE INTERIOR SPACE (continued) 4 HIGH HUMIDITY VEGETABLE COMPARTMENT This compartment is designed to maintain good internal airtightness, allowing vegetables to be stored without losing freshness. It is normal for water to accumulate in the compartment due to differences in temperature and vegetable moisture content. Vegetables should be stored in plastic or paper wrappings to prevent water accumulation.
UTILIZING THE INTERIOR SPACE (continued) CHILLING/VEGETABLE COMPARTMENT For use as a vegetable compartment, set lever to the upper position. Cold air from the freezer compartment will not circulate into this compartment and vegetables can be stored. For use as a chilling compartment, set lever to the lower position. Cold air will circulate from the freezer compartment and will be suitable for storing food at a lower temperature.
ICEMAKING (1) ICE TRAY SHOULD BE FILLED UP TO THE ICE CUBE SEPARATOR Separator If water is filled above ice cube separator, the cubes will stick together. Level Ice Tray Water (2) AFTER ICE IS MADE, TRANSFER ICE TO ICE BOX Operation When ice is completely formed, transfer ice cubes from the ice tray to the ice box. • To remove ice cubes, simply twist tray as shown in figure. CAUTION Do not touch food or metal containers in the freezer compartment with wet hands.
STORAGE OF FOOD (1) STORAGE OF FOOD When storing foods, place items requiring colder temperatures (meats, cakes, etc.) near the cold air inlet, while placing items which are not to be subjected to dewing or icing (vegetables, fruit, etc.) in the lower areas. Beer and juices should be stored in the door pockets, while butter and cheeses should be stored in the upper portion of the door (astro-door type utility compartment) where the temperature is relatively high. 2.
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT FROZEN FOODS (1) METHODS OF SELECTING AND USING STORE-BOUGHT FROZEN FOODS There are approximately 3,000 varieties of frozen food on the market at the present time. Store-bought frozen foods are wholesome, high in nutritional value and easy to prepare. Spoilage or food poisoning are of no concern. The most attractive feature of frozen food is its longevity (1–3 months).
CARE AND CLEANING OF REFRIGERATOR (1) REFRIGERATOR INTERIOR MILD DETERGENT Parts that can be removed should be washed. Dry parts before returning. Use a small amount of mild detergent if needed. (Detergent should be wiped clean.) CAUTION: Use mild detergent and warm water to avoid damaging paint or plastic. (2) REFRIGERATOR EXTERIOR Wipe off whenever exterior surfaces are dirty or wet. Apply suitable wax to the refrigerator exterior several times a year.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS “Let’s Find Out On Our Own” ★ Indicates that the item’s self-diagnosis is difficult. To clarify, consult dealership where the unit was purchased. (1) NO COOLING • Is the electricity on? 1. Is power cord plugged in? 2. Is fuse (breaker) blown? 3. Is there a blackout? ★ Is the compressor working? Care, Cleaning & Self-Diagnosis (2) POOR COOLING • Is the air flow to the condenser adequate? If the air flow is inadequate, cooling will not occur.
WARRANTY AND AFTER-SERVICE (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY) A WARRANTY GUIDE, THE “WARRANTY NOTE,” FOR THE GE FREEZER/REFRIGERATOR WHICH YOU HAVE JUST PURCHASED IS ATTACHED AS A SEPARATE BOOKLET TO THIS OPERATIONS GUIDE. SINCE IT IS AN IMPORTANT BOOKLET FOR AFTER-SERVICE, ETC., KEEP IT IN A SAFE PLACE ALONG WITH THIS BOOKLET. • WARRANTY PERIOD—One year from the date of purchase. The freezer cycle coolant system has a five-year warranty.
WARRANTY AND AFTER-SERVICE (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY) ‘96 SPECIFIED FREON REGULATION REFRIGERATOR THIS MARKING ON A REFRIGERATOR DENOTES THAT IT IS A “PRODUCT THAT MEETS THE ‘96 SPECIFIED FREON REGULATION.” Refrigerators use Freon for their freezing apparatus and heat insulators. Freon is non-flammable and not harmful to the human body directly.
