Owner’s Manual Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Free-Standing Refrigerators monogram.
Consumer Information Stainless Steel Refrigerator Introduction Your new Monogram refrigerator makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen planning flexibility. Whether you chose it for its purity of design, practical storage arrangements or assiduous attention to detail—or for all of these reasons—you’ll find that your Monogram refrigerator’s superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come.
Consumer Information Stainless Steel Refrigerator Write down the model & serial numbers You’ll see them on a label inside the fresh food compartment at the top on the right side. Please write these numbers on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card included with the packing material. Before sending in this card, please also write these numbers here: Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS wWARNING: When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: • Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. • This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. • Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator.
MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS w AVERTISSEMENT : Lorsque vous utilisez le réfrigérateur, observez toujours certaines précautions de base, notamment : • N’utilisez le réfrigérateur que pour son usage prévu, comme décrit dans le présent manuel. • Installez le réfrigérateur conformément aux directives d’installation avant de l’utiliser. • Ne laissez pas les enfants grimper, s’asseoir, se tenir debout ni se pendre aux clayettes du réfrigérateur.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES RACCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE Ne coupez ni retirez en aucun cas la troisième broche (mise à la terre) de la fiche du cordon d’alimentation. Pour votre sécurité, cet appareil doit être correctement mis à la terre. Le cordon d’alimentation de cet appareil est muni d’une fiche à 3 broches (mise à la terre) qui se branche dans une prise mural ordinaire à 3 alvéoles (mise à la terre) pour réduire au minimum les risques du chocs électriques.
Operating Instructions Stainless Steel Refrigerator Temperature controls The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the fresh food compartment and 0°F for the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings. The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments.
TurboCool™ Stainless Steel Refrigerator How it works TurboCool rapidly cools the refrigerator compartment in order to more quickly cool foods. Use TurboCool when adding a large amount of food to the refrigerator compartment, putting away foods after they have been sitting out at room temperature or when putting away warm leftovers. It can also be used if the refrigerator has been without power for an extended period.
CustomCool™ Stainless Steel Refrigerator How it works How to use The CustomCool feature is a system of dampers, a fan, a temperature thermistor and a heater. Depending on the function selected, a combination of these will be used to quickly chill items, thaw items or hold the pan at a specific temperature. The pan is tightly sealed to prevent the pan’s temperature from causing temperature fluctuations in the rest of the refrigerator. 1 Empty the pan. Place the Chill/Thaw tray in the pan.
CustomCool™ Stainless Steel Refrigerator CustomCool ™ chart NOTE: Results may vary depending on packaging, starting temperature and other food traits. 0.5 Lb. (4 hours) • Hamburger Patties (0.5 lb) 15 Minutes • 1 Beverage Can (12 oz) • Individually Wrapped Filet Mignon (0.5 lb) • 2 Small Juice Boxes (6–8 oz each) 1.0 Lb. (6 hours) • Chicken Breasts (1.0 lb) 30 Minutes • 2 to 6 Beverage Cans (12 oz each) • Ground Beef (1.0 lb) How to remove and replace the drawer • Steak (1.
Water Filter Stainless Steel Refrigerator Water filter cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of the fresh food compartment. Filter Bypass Plug When to Replace the Filter There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on the dispenser. This light will turn orange to tell you that you need to replace the filter soon.
Shelves and Bins Stainless Steel Refrigerator Fresh food compartment door bins and freezer door tilt-out bins Large Bins Snugger The larger fresh food compartment door bins and freezer tilt-out door bins are adjustable. To remove: Lift the front of the bin straight up, then lift up and out. To replace or relocate: Engage the back side of the bin in the molded supports of the door. Then push down on the front of the bin. Bin will lock in place.
Shelves and Bins Stainless Steel Refrigerator QuickSpace™ shelf This shelf splits in half and slides under itself for storage of tall items on the shelf below. This shelf can be removed and replaced or relocated just like Slide-Out Spillproof Shelves. On some models, this shelf can not be used in the lowest position. Freezer baskets To remove, push the basket all the way to the back of the freezer. Lift up until the back pins are disengaged. Lift the entire basket up and pull out.
Additional Features Stainless Steel Refrigerator Refrigerator doors The refrigerator doors may feel different than the ones you are used to. The special door opening/closing feature makes sure the doors close all the way and are securely sealed. When opening and closing the door you will notice a stop position. If the door is opened past this stop point, the door will remain open to allow you to load and unload food more easily. When the door is only partially open, it will automatically close.
Crispers and Pans Stainless Steel Refrigerator Fruit and vegetable crispers Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be wiped dry. Adjustable humidity crispers Slide the control all the way to the HI setting to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables. Convertible meat pan The convertible meat pan has its own cold air duct to allow a stream of cold air from the freezer compartment to flow to the pan.
Automatic Icemaker Stainless Steel Refrigerator Automatic icemaker NOTE: A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle—approximately 100–130 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. Icemaker If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is made to the icemaker, set the power switch in the OFF position.
Automatic Icemaker Stainless Steel Refrigerator Removing ice bin w CAUTION: The ice bin is heavy Rotate when full. w MISE EN GARDE : La glace pèse lourd quand le tiroir est plein. Set the power switch to the OFF position before removing the bin. When replacing the bin, be sure to press it firmly into place. If it does not go all the way back, remove it and rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the bin back again. 1 Lift the bin, then pull it forward until the bin stops.
Ice and Water Dispenser Stainless Steel Refrigerator Using the dispenser Select CUBED ICE or WATER . , CRUSHED ICE Press the glass gently against the top of the dispenser cradle. The spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce water spotting, the shelf and its grille should be cleaned regularly. w CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other objects into the ice crusher discharge opening. w ATTENTION : Ne mettez jamais les doigts ou d’autres objets dans l’ouverture du distributeur.
Care and Cleaning Stainless Steel Refrigerator Cleaning the outside The dispenser drip area, beneath the grille, should be wiped dry. Water Dispenser drip area. left in this area may leave deposits. Remove the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to the well. Soak until the deposits disappear or become loose enough to rinse away. The dispenser cradle. Before cleaning, lock the dispenser by pressing and holding the CONTROL LOCK pad for 3 seconds.
Care and Cleaning Stainless Steel Refrigerator Behind the refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces. When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in.
Replacing the Light Bulbs Stainless Steel Refrigerator Fresh food compartment— upper light Setting the controls to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit. 1 Unplug the refrigerator. 2 The bulbs are located at the top of the compartment, inside the light shield. On some models, a screw at the front of the light shield will have to be removed. 4 After replacing the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, replace the light shield and screws (on some models).
The Problem Solver Stainless Steel Refrigerator Normal operating sounds 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 hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is operating.
The Problem Solver Stainless Steel Refrigerator Questions? Use this problem solver! PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE • Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes. • Either or both controls set to OFF. Set to a temperature setting. • If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet. Push the plug completely into the wall outlet. • The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
The Problem Solver Stainless Steel Refrigerator Questions? Use this problem solver! PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE FREQUENT “BUZZING” SOUND • Icemaker power switch is in the ON position, but the water supply to the refrigerator has not been connected. Set the power switch to the OFF position. Keeping it in the ON position will damage the water valve. ICE CUBES HAVE ODOR/TASTE • Old cubes need to be discarded. • Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed.
The Problem Solver Stainless Steel Refrigerator Questions? Use this problem solver! PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WATER IS NOT DISPENSED BUT ICEMAKER IS WORKING • Water in reservoir is frozen. Call for service. NO WATER OR ICE CUBE PRODUCTION • Water supply line or shutoff valve is clogged. Call a plumber. CUBED ICE WAS SELECTED BUT CRUSHED ICE WAS DISPENSED • The last setting was CRUSHED ICE and a few cubes were left in the crusher from the previous setting. This is normal.
The Problem Solver Stainless Steel Refrigerator Questions? Use this problem solver! PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE FOOD ISN’T • Packaging insulating food. Increase time or re-package in plastic. THAWING/CHILLING • The wrong weight is selected. Select a larger weight. • Item with high fat content. Select a larger weight. • Not using Chill/Thaw tray. Place items on tray and allow space in between items for better air flow. ACTUAL TEMPERATURE NOT EQUAL TO SET TEMPERATURE • Unit just plugged in.
Performance Data Sheet GE SmartWater Filtration System GWF Cartridge Health Claim Performance Certified by NSF/ANSI* (100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage) Parameter Chlorine T&O Particulate** Parameter Turbidity Cysts Lead at pH 6.5 Lead at pH 8.5 Lindane Atrazine 2,4-D Asbestos USEPA MCL – – – Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects Influent Effluent Challenge Average Maximum 1.9 ppm 0.02 ppm 0.05 ppm – – – 200,000 3,978 7,800 % Reduction Average Minimum 98.90% 97.37% – – 98.00% 96.
State of California Department of Health Services Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 00 - 1434 Date Issued: May 30, 2000 Date Revised: February 9, 2001 GE Smart Water Filtration Systems - GWF06 GWF06 GE Smart Water Filtration Systems - GWF GWF Hotpoint Refrigerator Systems - HWF HWF General Electric Appliances Cysts (protozoan) Turbidity Asbestos Lead Atrazine Lindane 2,4-D 300 gallons* 0.
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Consumer Services Stainless Steel Refrigerator With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we will be there. All you have to do is call—toll- free! GE Answer Center ® In the USA: 800.626.2000 In-Home Repair Service In the USA: 800.444.1845 In Canada: 1.800.561.3344 Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center® information service is available to help.
Warranty Stainless Steel Refrigerator YOUR MONOGRAM REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. WHAT IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the refrigerator that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
