Owner's Manual and Installation
Models 23. 25. 26. 27 and 29
Operating InstructionsAbout the temperature controls

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and O°Ffor 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 refrigerator and freezer.
The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on usage and operating environment.
Setting either or both controls to OFFstops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments. but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation. remove it now.
To change the temperature. press and release the WARMER ox COLDER pad. The SETlight will come on and the display will show the set temperature.
To change the temperature. tap either the WARMER ox COLDER pad until the desired temperature is displayed. Refrigerator termperatures can be adjusted between 34°F and 44°F and the freezer temperatures can be adjusted between —6°F and +6°F.
Once the desired temperature has been set. the temperature display will return to the actual refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 5 seconds. Several adjustments may be required. Each time you adjust controls. allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
To turn the cooling system off. tap the WARMER pad for either the refrigerator or the freezer until the display shows OFF. To turn the unit back on. press the COLDER pad for either the refrigerator or freezer. The SET light will illuminate on the side you selected. Then press the COLDER pad again (on the side where the SET light is illuminated) and it will go to the preset points of 0°F for the freezer and 37°F for the ret controls to OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator compartments. but does not shut s the rigerator ing either or both off electrical power to the refrigerator.
About TurboCool
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 frigerator has been without power for an extended period.
Once activated. the compressor will turn on immediately and the off at high speed as needed for eight hours.
The compressor will continue to run until the refrigerator compartment cools to approximately 34°F (1°C). then it will cycle on and off to maintain this setting. After 8 hours. or if TurboCool is pressed again. the refrigerator compartment will return to the original setting.

How to Use
Press TurboCool. The refrigerator temperature display will show TC.
After TurboCool is complete. the refrigerator compartment will return to the original setting.
NOTES:
The refrigerator temperature cannot be changed during TurboCool.
The freezer temperature is not affected during TurboCool.
When opening the refrigerator door during TurboCool. the fans will continue to run if they have cycled on.
About ClimateKeeper2.
How it Works
The new ClimateKeeper2 is the industry's most advanced refrigeration system. delivering optimum temperature and humidity performance to keep food garden fresh longer and reduce freezer burn, while maintaining E star-level efficiency.
The new ClimateKeeper2 system features two evaporators—one for the refrigerator and one for the freezer.
This provides two separate cooling systems for the entire unit, and separates the airflow between the fresh food and freezer sections during normal cooling operations.*
This ensures that the humidity levels in the fresh food section are significantly higher than in a conventional system** allowing fresh produce and other unsealed foods to retain their moisture content and freshness longer. Moisture sensitive foods such as fresh fruit. salads. rice. etc. can now be stored on open shelves without excessive moisture loss. Due to the higher humidity in the refrigerator. you may on occasion experience fog or small amounts of moisture in the refrigerator compartment.
This is normal and may come and go as different food loads and environmental conditions change. Wipe dry with a paper towel if desired.
The separate airflow system minimizes the mixing of air between the two compartments. which reduces odor transfer to improve the taste of ice.
The ClimateKeeper2 system also reduces the number of defrosting cycles in the freezer evaporator. thereby reducing freezer burn.
*“Freezer air is used in the CustomCeol feature.
**“Testing shows a higher level of humidity in the Fresh Food section in ClimateKeeper2 refrigerators versus conventional units.
This ensures that the humidity levels in the fresh food section are significantly higher than in a conventional system. fresh produce and other un: allowing aled foods to retain their moisture content and freshness longer. Moisture sensitive foods such as fresh fruit. salads. rice. etc. can now be stored on open shelves without exces e moisture loss. Due to the higher humidity in the refrigerator. you may on occasion experience fog or small amounts of moisture in the refrigerator compartment.
This is normal and may come and go as different food loads and environmental conditions change. Wipe dry with a paper towel if desired. irflow system minimizes
The separate the mixing of compartments. which reduces odor transfer to improve the taste of ice. air between the two
The ClimateKeeper2 s the number of defrosting cycles in the freezer evaporator. thereby reducing stem also reduces freezer burn. “Freezer air is used in the CustomCool feature. “Testing shows a higher level of humidity in the Fresh Food section in ClimateKeeper2 refrigerators versus conventional units.
How it Works
TurboCool rapidly cools the refligerator coml)artnent in order to more quickly cool fi)o(ls. Use TurboCoolwhen adding large amount of fi)od to the x'eflJgex'ator coml)artment. putting away fi)o(ls after they have been sitting out at room temperature or when putting away waxm leflovex.
It can also be used if the refligerator has been without power fin" an extended period.
Once acfiwted. the compressor will tm'n on immediately and the tiros will cycle on and off at high speed as needed fi)r eight horns.
The compressor will continue to run tmfil the refrigerator compartment cools to approximately 34°F (l °C). then it will cvcle on and off to maint;fin this setting.
Mter 8 hom. or if TurboCoolis pressed again. the refrigerator compartment will return to the original setting.
How to Use
Press TurboCooLThe refligerator
Mter TurboCool is complete. the refigerator
NOTES:
Therefngeratortemperaturecannotbechanged duringTurboCool.
Thefreezertemperatureisnot affectedduring TurboCool.
Whenopeningtherefngeratordoordunng TurboCool. hefaro will continuetorunif they havecycledon.
About ClimateKeeper2/H
How it Works
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This provides two separate cooling systems fin" the entire trait. and separates the ailow between the fl'esh food and fl'eezer
This ensures that the humidi V levels in the fresh t0od section are significantly higher than in a conventional system. * allowing fresh produce and other unsealed foods to retain their moisture content and ti'eshness
The separate ai{low system minimizes
The ClimateKeeper2system also reduces
Freezerairis used inthe CustomCoolfeature.
+*Testingshowsa higherieve/ofhumidityin theFreshFoodsectioninClimateKeeper2 refweratorsversusconventionaiunits.
How it Works
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.
Some CustomCool models feature a beverage center. It is designed to store beverages at colder temperatures. Select the Beverage
Center pad if you like to keep extra-chilled refreshments on hand.
The controls for this pan are located at the top of the refrigerator with the temperature controls.


How to Use

ExpressThaw

ExpressChfll
NOTE: For food safety reasons. it is recommended that foods be wrapped in plastic wrap when using ExpressThaw. This will help contain meat juices and improve thawing performance.
How to Remove and Replace the Drawer
To remove:

To replace:

About CustomCool.
CustomCool Chart
NOTE: Results may vary depending on packaging. starting temperature and other food traits.

0.5 Lb. (4 hours)
1.0 Lb. (6 hours)
2.0 Lhs. (10 hours)
3.0 Lbs. (12 hours)

15 Minutes
30 Minutes
45 Minutes

Citrus Setting (43°F)
Produce Setting (35°F)
Meat Setting (32°F)
How to Use

NOTE: Unless turned off as above,feature will remain active for six months. Press the Beverage Center pad to restart.
How to Remove and Replace the Beverage Center
Toremove:

To replace:

Cleaning the Outside

Dispenser drip area.
The dispenser drip area. beneath the grille. should be wiped dry. Water left in thi 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. Betore cleaning. lock the dispenser by pressing and holding the LOCK CONTROL pad for 3 seconds. Clean with warm water and baking soda solution—about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.
The door handles and trim. Clean with a cloth dampened with soapy water.
Dry with a soft cloth.
The stainless steel panels and door handles (on some models) can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. A spray-on stainless steel cleaner works best.
Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. Dry and polish with a clean. soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads. powdered cleaners. bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Cleaning the Inside
To help prevent odors. leave an open box of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. \f this is not practical. wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches. lights or controls.
Use warm water and baking soda solution— about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.
Use of any cleaning solution other than that which is recommended. especially those that contain petroleum distillates. can crack or damage the interior of the refrigerator.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves carefully. Bumping tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher.
The chill/thaw tray is dishwasher safe.
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.
Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in.
Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may result in darnage to the floor covering or refrigerator.
When pushing the refrigerator back. make sure you don’t roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences. remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water. Leave the doors open.
Set the icemaker power switch to the 0 (off) position and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
If the temp: rature can drop below freezing. have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.
When using a hand truck to move the refrigerator. do not rest the front or back of the refrigerator against the hand truck.
This could damage the refrigerator. Handle only from the sides of the refrigerator.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.
Setting the controls to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit.
Reveal appliance bulbs are used on some models. They can be identified by their blue color when they are not illuminated.
Not all features are on aft models.
Yourlight shield will look like one of the following:

Refrigerator Compartment—Upper Light
Refrigerator Compartment - Lower Light

This light is located above the top drawer.
Freezer Compartment

Dispenser (on some models)
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...
WHIR!
CLICKS, POPS, CRACKS and CHIRPS
WATER SOUNDS

Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Refrigerator does not operate
Refrigerator in defrost cycle.
Either or both controls set to OFF
Refrigerator is unplugged.
The fuse is blown /circuit breaker is tripped.
The refrigerator is in showroom mode.
Vibration or rattling (slight vibration is normal)
Rollers need adjusthag.
Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with more storage space and. a larger freezer require more operating time. They start and stop often to maintain even temperatures.)
Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in.
Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in refrigerator.
Door left open.
Hot weather or frequent door openings.
Temperature controls set at the coldest setting.
Refrigerator or freezer compartment too warm
Temperature control not set cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent door openings.
Door left open.
Frost or ice crystals on frozen food (frost within package is normal)
Door left open.
Too frequent or too long door openings.
Divider between refrigerator and freezer compartments feels warm
Automatic energy saver system circulates warm liquid around front edge of freezer compartment.
Automatic icemaker does not work
Icemaker power switch is in the off position.
Water supply turned off or not connected.
Freezer compartment too warm.
Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker to shut off.
Ice cubes stuck in icemaker. (Green power light on icemaker blinking).
Frequent "buzzing" sound
Icemaker power switch is in the I (on) posifion, but the water supply to the refrigerator has not been connected.
Ice cubes have odor/taste
Ice storage bin needs cleaning.
Food transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes.
Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.
Small or hollow cubes
Water filter clogged.
Slow ice cube freezing
Door left open.
Temperature control not set cold enough.
Cube dispenser does not work
Icemaker turned off or water supply turned off.
An item is blocking or has fallen into the ice chute inside the top door bin of the freezer.
Ice cubes are frozen to icemaker feeler arm.
Irregular ice clumps in storage container.
Dispenser is LOCKED.
Water has poor taste/odor.
Water dispenser bas not been used for along time.
Water in first glass is warm.
Normal when refrigerator is first installed.
Water dispenser has not been used for a long time.
Water system has been drained.
Water dispenser does not work
Water supply line turned off or not connected.
Water filter clogged.
Air may be trapped in the water system.
Dispenser is LOCKED.
Water spurting from dispenser
Newly-installed filter cartridge.
Water is not dispensed but icemake ris working
Water in reservoir is frozen.
Refrigerator control setting is too cold.
No water or ice cube production
Supply line or shutoff valve is clogged.
Water filter clogged.
Dispenser is LOCKED.
CUBED ICE was selected but CRUSHED ICE was dispensed
Last setting was CRUSHED ICE.
Orange glow in the freezer
Defrost heater is on.
Refrigerator has odor to refrigerator
Foods transmitting odor
Interior needs clemfing.
Door not closing properly
Door gasket on hinge side sticking or folding over.
A door bin is hitting a shelf inside the refrigerator.
Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator
Not unusual during periods of high humidity.
Moisture collects inside (in humid weather. air carties moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened)
Too frequent or too long door openings.
Due to the higher humidity in the refrigerator. you may on occasion experience fog or small amounts of moisture in the refrigerator compartment.
Interior light does not work
No power at outlet.
Light bulb burned out.
Water on kitchen floor or on bottom of freezer
Cubes jammed in chute.
Hot air from bottom of refrigerator
Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process. it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings are sensitive and will discolor at these normal and safe temperatures.
Refrigerator never shuts off but thetemperatures are OK
Adaptive defrost keeps compressor running during door openings.
Refrigerator beeping
Door open.
Food isn't thawing/chilling
Packaging.
Wrong weight selected.
Item with high fat content.
Not using Chill /Thaw tray.
Actual temperature not equal to Set temperature
Unit just plugged in.
Door open for too long.
Warm food added to refrigerator.
Defrost cycle is in process.
Select Temp or Beverage Center feature is not working
Refrigerator compartment temperature control is set at warmest setting.
Beverage Center feature turns off after six months of continuous operation.
Reference file: GE PSS26MGTBWW Refrigerator
Additionally, the document applies to other GE - General Electric models: