Monogram® Use and Care Guide for Side-by-Side 36″, 42″, 48″ Built-In Refrigerators www.geappliances.
Consumer Information Built - In Refrigerators 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 Built - In Refrigerators Write down the model & serial numbers You’ll see them on a label above the freezer compartment behind the top panel. These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card included with this guide. Before sending in this card, please 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 w WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: • Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Guide. • 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.
IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ 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 guide. • 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.
IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ 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 Built - In Refrigerators Set Temperature Controls (appearance may vary) Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate the temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments. 5 IS NORMAL 9 IS COLDEST 5 IS NORMAL 9 IS COLDEST 5 5 FRESH FOOD FREEZER They have settings from 1 through 9, and are located at the top of the fresh food compartment. The freezer control also has an OFF setting. 9 is the coldest setting, 1 is the warmest.
Operating Instructions Built - In Refrigerators Energy saver switch The energy saver switch is located on the temperature control panel. To reduce the amount of electricity required to operate your refrigerator, push switch to ENERGY SAVER setting. This turns off the heater in your refrigerator that prevents moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator.
Automatic Icemaker (on some models) Built - In Refrigerators Automatic icemaker (on some models) A newly-installed refrigerator may take 8 to 12 hours to begin making ice. The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle—approximately 100 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions.
Ice & Water Dispenser (on some models) Built - In Refrigerators To use the dispenser Select CUBES, CRUSHED ICE (on some models) or WATER. Press the rim of the glass gently against the dispenser pad. The spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce water spotting, the shelf and its grille should be cleaned regularly. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the water line system.
Ice & Water Dispenser (on some models) Built - In Refrigerators Important facts about your ice & water dispenser • Add ice before filling the glass with a beverage. This will prevent splashing, which could cause the ice selector switch to stick or bind. • Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you selected CUBES. This happens occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get directed to the crusher. • Do not add ice from trays or bags to the storage bin. It may not crush or dispense well.
Storage Drawers Built - In Refrigerators Storage drawers Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be emptied and the drawers wiped dry. Fruit and vegetable drawers The storage drawers at the bottom of the fresh food compartment are designed to provide high humidity levels required by most vegetables and lower humidity levels required for most fruits. When replacing the drawers, always push them all the way in.
Storage Drawers Built - In Refrigerators Drawer removal 14 Drawers at the bottom of the fresh food compartment will stop before coming all the way out of the refrigerator, to help prevent contents from spilling onto floor. To remove a drawer, pull the drawer out. Lift the front of the drawer up and out of the wire holder. Lift the back of the drawer up and out. To remove the drawers when the refrigerator door cannot be opened fully, the shelf above the drawers must be removed.
Shelves Built - In Refrigerators How to rearrange your shelves Tempered glass shelves in the fresh food compartment and steel wire shelves in the freezer compartment are adjustable, enabling you to make efficient shelf arrangements to fit your family’s food storage needs. To remove shelves: Tilt shelf up at front, then lift it up and out of tracks on rear wall of refrigerator. Door shelves Some door shelves are adjustable and can be moved up and down to meet your storage needs.
Shelves Built - In Refrigerators Deep door shelf This shelf has only one position on the door. To remove: Lift the shelf up and slide it towards you. Quick shelf This swing-down shelf provides extra shelf space when needed. When you want to use it, pull the shelf forward as far as it goes, then lower it. Be careful not to force it down before it is pulled out all the way. To raise it back into position, pull the shelf forward, push it up and slide it back fully until it stops.
Care and Cleaning Built - In Refrigerators Cleaning outside The water and ice Press here to remove grille dispenser spill shelf should be wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting. The grille is easily removed by pressing on the back right corner. Water left on the shelf may leave deposits that you can remove by soaking in undiluted vinegar. You can also use a paste of nonprecipitating water softener (such as Calgon brand) and water, or 1 teaspoon of citric acid powder per pint of hot tap water.
Care and Cleaning Built - In Refrigerators Cleaning the condensor fins To clean the condenser fins: First turn off the power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Wait about 30 minutes for the condenser area to cool. Then remove the decorative panel by lifting up and toward you. Decorative panel Use a soft bristle brush to loosen dust and lint on the condenser fins. Use a vacuum hose to remove soil. Condenser fins Plug After cleaning: Reconnect power at the fuse box or circuit breaker.
Care and Cleaning Built - In Refrigerators Light bulb replacement in the fresh food compartment Light bulb replacement in the freezer compartment There are upper and lower light bulbs in the fresh food compartment. To replace a bulb: 1. Turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. 2. Remove the light shield from the top fresh food light by pushing the front end up and pulling it toward you to release it from the rear retaining lip. (It may bend slightly.
Installation Built - In Refrigerators INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS IMPORTANT…Please Read Carefully. Refrigerator location Do not install refrigerator where temperature will be below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. Do install it on a floor strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator. Clearances If the refrigerator is to be installed in a corner, allow 2″ between the hinges of the refrigerator and the wall to ensure a 90° door opening capability.
The Problem Solver Built - In Refrigerators Questions? Use this problem solver! PROBLEM Refrigerator does not operate POSSIBLE CAUSE • May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes. • Freezer control is in the OFF position. • If the interior light is not on, the refrigerator may not be plugged in at the wall outlet.
The Problem Solver Built - In Refrigerators Questions? Use this problem solver! PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Doors not closing properly • Refrigerator not level. Adjust leveling legs or call the installer. When cabinet is level, doors will close gently and securely. Frost or ice crystals on frozen food • • • • • • • Automatic icemaker does not work 22 Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open. Too frequent or too long door openings. Frost within package is normal.
The Problem Solver Built - In Refrigerators Questions? Use this problem solver! PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Ice clumps form in the storage bin • If you don’t use the ice very often, ice clumps may form Water dispenser does not work • Water supply line turned off or not connected. • Supply line may be clogged with sediment. in the storage bin and can clog the dispenser. Remove the storage bin from the freezer and break up ice clumps with your hands. Throw away any clumps that you can’t break up.
Consumer Services Built-In 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 Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center® information service is available to help. Your call—and your question—will be answered promptly and courteously.
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! 1 2 3 Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification. Read your “Use and Care Guide” carefully. It will help you operate your new appliance properly.
Warranty for customers in Canada Built - In Refrigerators WHAT IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase YOUR MONOGRAM REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY For two years 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.
Warranty for customers in the USA Built - In Refrigerators 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 TWO-YEAR WARRANTY For two years 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.
