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20 49-1000429 Rev. 2
Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
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Truth or Myth
Truth or Myth? Answer Explanation
The automatic ice maker in
my refrigerator will produce ice
when the refrigerator is plugged
in to a power receptacle.
MYTH The refrigerator must be connected to water, and the ice maker must be turned on. Make
sure the ice maker is turned on, only after the water line is connected and water is turned
on. The ice maker can be turned off by switching it to the OFF position.
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allow at least 24 hours for the refrigerator to pull down and the unit’s temperature to
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from closing. To help reduce to the potential for frost please make sure there is proper
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food before loading into the refrigerator, moisture from open containers can add to the
frost load.
Refrigerator door handles can
be easily tightened.
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located on the ends of the handles.
After starting the ice maker
throw away 24 hours of ice
production.
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for installation.
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section for re-hang procedure.
There is an adjustment to rear
wheels.
MYTH Front leveling legs are adjustable and should be used to balance the refrigerator.
Leveling legs are used to make initial fresh food door adjustment. There should be
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Any All-Purpose cleaner can be
used to clean my refrigerator.
MYTH All-purpose cleaners are not recommended for use on the refrigerator.
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The stainless steel doors can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel
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wax or polish on the stainless steel.
Gaskets will last longer
with regular cleaning and
maintenance.
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cleaning. Make sure flanges are clear of any grit or grime. After cleaning the door
gaskets, apply paraffin wax or petroleum jelly to the door gaskets and hinges at the hinge
side. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape.
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removed before use.
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Have more questions? For more information on your refrigerator or other GE appliances please visit geappliances.com/videos
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
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