www.GEAppliances.com S_fety Information Adapler Plugs ..................... Connect Electricity ................ Extension Cords ................... Proper DLsposal ...................... Safety Precautions ................. Operating 4 4 3 3 2 Models 22, 25 lmtructions Additional Features ................ Automatic Icemaker ............... Controls ......................... Shelves and Bins ................. Crispers and Pans ............... Care and Cleaning Care and Cleaning ............
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. WARNING! Use thisapplianceonly for itsintendedpurposeas describedin this Owner's Manual SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances,basic safetyprecauttbns should be followed,includingthe following: :_ This refrigerator must he proper_ installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions hefbre it is used. _ Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on die shelves in the rl.
www.GEAppliancescom A DANGER!RISK OF CHILDENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OFTHEREFRIGERATOR elllY&plllei1 [ Rnd Suff(xa[Joi1 arenot problems of the past.Junked or abandoned refrigerators are sdll dailgen)us...even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid ofyoor old refrigeralor, ple_L_efi)llow the instnactions below to help preverJt acddents. Child Before You ThrowAway Refrigerator or Freezer. YourOld _ Take off lhe doors.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING. 1, WARNING! HOWTOCONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances,cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safe_ this appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a _q-prong (grounding) plug which mates _*'itlaa standard 3-prong (grounding) wall oudet to nfinirnize the t_)ssibilJty of'electric _zoa:k hazard from this appliauce. Have the wall oudet and drc'uit chec.
About the controls on the refrigerator. The controls will look like one of the following: J Initially, set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at 5 and allow 12 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one increment at a time, and allow 12 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
About the shelves and bins, Not all features are on all models. Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refiigerator and freezer compartments are adjustable. Refrigerator Compartment Toremove: 0 Tilt the shelf up at the h'ont. Lift the shelf up at the back and bl'ing the shelf out. Somemodelshave _re shelvesthat can be adjustedin thesame manne_ TOrep/ace," While tilting the shelf'up, in,_r t the top hook at the back of the shelf in a slnt on the mack.
vvww.GEAppliancescem Slide-Out Spillproof Sheff (onsome models) The slide-out spillproofshelf allows you to reach items stored behind others. The _pecial edges are designed to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves. Toremove: O Renmve 'all itezrLsfrom sheik Slide tile sheffout ...... until it StOl_S. Toreplace: _ Place the rear shelf tabsjus! in front of the central n ut_'hes on _he shelf ii-,une. _ Slide flee shell'in un til the cenu;al tabs are slightly behind the fix)nt bat-.
About the additional features. Not all features are on all models. Sfide-ou t b*.werage rack holds twelve cans of s :,da or two wineA_rater b<)tdt_ (lengthwL_) It can beSaver removed tor lonsomemodels) clemaing. Shelf Rack Toremove,slide file Fack out to the Mop position, lift the rack up and past the stop p(xsition and lift it ou Aboutthe crispersandpans. Not all features are on all models.
About crisper removal www.GEAppliance com Not a// features are on a// models. Crisper Removal ToRemove: These drawers can be ren)oved easily by lifting lip sligh fly wlfile pulling tile drawer past file stop k_'afion. When the doorcannotbe fully opened, remove the drawer _rthest ti'om file d_)or firsL Make sure the drawer closest to the &)or is fully closed. There Lsa latch at the thmt of the center slide rail.
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Cleaning the Outside Thedoorhandlesandtrint(;lean with a cloth dampened with soa W _,,-ater.Dry _dth a soR cloth. Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean doth figh_ °dampened with mild liquid dish detergenl. Dry v,5th a clean. _)ft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel Thesemay leave a residue that can erode the paint.
www.GEAppliance_com Behind the Refrigerator Be careful away from coverings cushioned eraho_ed when moving the reli-igerator the wall. All types ot tl_×w can be damaged, particularly covelings aaad those with .surfaces. When pushing the refrigerator back, makesure you don_troll over the power cord or icemaker supply line {on somemodels). Pull the refrigerator s_raight out and return it m lx_sifion by ptLshing it straight in.
Replacing the lightbulbs. Turning the control to the O (off) position : ...... does not remove power to the light circuit. Refrigerator Compartment CAUTION: Lightbulbs maybehot. O Unplug the refrigerator. The bulhs are located at the top of the refrigerator compazlmeut near the opening, On some models, a light shield will have to be removed. Replace the hulh with an appliance bulb of the s_mae or h)wer vrattage. On m_×lels _th a light shield, replace the light ,shield.
Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 22 and 25 ff you have questions, carl 1-800-GECARESor-.,isit our Wehsite at: www.GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEARANCES Read these instructions completely and carefully. Allow the fi)llowing dearances for ease of installation, proper air cir,\clarion marl plumbing and electrical • IMPORTANT instructions - • IMPORTANT governing instructions • Sides 1/8" (4 mm) - Observe • Top - Besure to leave these - Keep these 1" (25 mm) • Back 1" (25 rant)
Installation INSTALLING Instructions THE WATER LINE (ONSOMEMODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT Recummeodedcopper _ater supplykitsare WXSX2,9,XSX3or_A'XSX4, depending Imthe amount of tubingyouneed. Apprnvedpl_t,;fi,: _aler supply lines areGESmartCormectTMRefrigel_aturTubing(WXO8XI_XJl)2. _,_X08X10006,WX08XI0015and 9LX08XI0025). YOU WILL NEED (CONT.
Installation Install the shutoffvalve drinking water line. on the nearest frequently Instructions used [] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF Fasten tile shutoffvah, the pipe clamp. VALVE e to the cold water pipewith SUPPLY _] Turn on the nearest tancet long enough to clear the HUT OFF THE MAIN WATER line of _ater. [] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Saddle-Type J ShutoffValve Choose a location for the waive that is easily accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a verdcal water pipe.
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) [] CONNECT VALVE THE TUBING TO THE Place the compression nut and ferrnle (sleeve) copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to tile shutnffvalve. [] fur TO THE NOTES: • Before making tile connection be sure the refrigerator power into the wall outlet. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compre_ion nut securely.
Installation Instructions [] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) 1t PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tuhing so that it does not vii)rate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refrigerator back _o the waU. lnsert the end of the tubing into the water vah'e connection as far as possible. While holding the tuhing, tighten the fitting.
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT When reversing NOTES the door swing: • Read the instructions starting. • Handle [_REMOVE parts carefully Tape the door shut with masking all tile _-ay through before to avoid scratcbing paint, • Set screws down by their related them in the wrong places, • Provide a non-scratching the doors, parts m avoid ufing do not move the is completed. Remove the hinge cover on top of the fre_er (on some models).
Installation Instructions [] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR Tape the door shut with masking Remove the center hinge [] TRANSFER THE LEFT lmerchange hinge and _rews at top rigllt with _rew.'s at the top left of cabinet. tape. pin with a 3/4" socket. HingePin- TOP HINGE TO Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time. + Remove the rape and tilt the d¢×)r aw_,yfrom the cabinet. Lift the door straight off the IxJttOln hinge bracket. ,Set the door on a non-scratching surthce with the in,de up.
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING [] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE BRACKET TO THE LEFT [] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE BRACKET TO THE LEFT Remove Ihe hase gaille by pullingit straight out. Using a Torx [)river, move tile bottom fronJ the right fide to the left sMe. (CONT.) Remove the center three Torg screws hinge bracke_ hinge bracket hy removing file NOTE: Keep them _'rews vAth the hinge bracket.
Installation Instructions [] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT [] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.) To remove the handle: Retnove the plug butu_n by carefidly pr),firlglulder the edge with a putty knife. Remove the exposed screw holding d,e haaldle. Trar,st_,r the d_)r plug button to the opposite side. f HandlePlug Remove the two ,screws holding top of the door. Long Handle the handle Reinstalling the handle: Attach the handle to the right side of the d(x)r.
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) [] REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR [] TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT Remove the screws holding the handle Ix)from of the door. Remove handle. to the top and lx)wer the r_igeratnr hinge pin. (k_r nnto the bottom _ _'.-- _______- 6 Straighten the door mad fine it up with the center hinge bracket. Reinstall the center hinge pin _dth a 3/4",socket. Turn it until it t_tends through the hinge bracket and into the door.
Installation Instructions [] REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR Lower die freezer d(_>r onto the center hinge pin. CenterHingePin Lift tile top hinge so the pin fitsinto the door sockek Support file dtn)r on the hmldle,side and make sure the door Lssu-aight and file gap between tile dtx_rs Ls even across tile front. While holding the d_)r in place, tighten tile top hinge ,,_'re'_.
Normaloperatingsounds. O lcemaker (on some models). OccasionaUy you will hear ice cubes dropping into the k:e bin. If this is y(ntr first icemaker you'll hem _ccasional ,sounds the t may be unfamiliar. They are normal icema "_ng sounds and are not a cattse fbr concern. The icemaker v,,'ater valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with _-ater. If' the power s_itch is in th e I (on) position it _x411 bur_, even it"it has not yet been hooked up to v,-ater.
Before you call for service.., www.GEAppliances.com i_ Troubleshooting 77ps Review the charts on the foflowing Save time and money! _ pages first and you may not need to carl for service. ,,_H operate ,,,,,;;,,, Possible Causes What To Be Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait about 40 minutes for defrost cycle to end. Either or both controls set to 0 (off)portion. • Move the refrigerator and fi'eezer conU'_)l to a temperature ,setting. Refrigerator is unplugged.
Before you call for service... Troubleshooting tips _efti _ • _)_!, Icu cubes have odor/taste Possible Causes What To De Icestorngebinneedsdeaning. *Emptyam Food transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes. • Vvh-apfoods well Intexior of refrlgexator needs deanlng. • S_ze Care and cleaning. Door left open. • Check to see ff package is holding Temperatture control not set • See About the controls. wasfl)i DLwardoldcubes. door open. cold enough.
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