Refrigerator
_ SafeW Instructions .........................3
Operating instructions, Tips
Appliance Registration ..................................2
::, Energy-Saving Tips .........................................2
Food Storage Suggestions ...........................8
i' Automatic Icemaker & Dispenser .........5-7
Shelves ........................................................... 10
Porta-Bins ............................:......................10
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelves ..................10
Quick Space Shelves ...............................10
Storage Drawers .............................................9
Temperature Controls ...................................4
Care and Cleaning
Condenser ...................................................... 11
Drawers .......................................................... 12
Light Bulb Replacement ............................. 13
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Water Filter Accessory ............................... i2
Problem Solver .......................18-20
More questions ?...call
GEAnswer Center ® 800.626.2000
Preparation
Clearances .....................................................13
Location ..........................................................13
Moving ............................................................13
Rollers .............................................................14
Vacation .........................................................13
Water Supply to Icemaker .........................14
installation
Installation ...............................................15-17
Adapter Plug .............................................. 15
Electrical Requirements ..........................! 5
Extension Cord ..........................................15
Grounding ..................................................15
Water Line Installation .....................16, 17
ConSUli33e_' Services ...................23
Appliance Registration ..................................2
: Important Phone Numbers .......................23
Model and Serial Numbers ..........................2
Warranty ........................................Back Cover
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' HELP US HELP Y©Uo.o
Read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you operate and maintain your
new refrigerator properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
If you don't understand something or need more help,
write (include your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold
you the refrigerator.
Save time and money.
Before you request service...
Check the Problem Solver section in this book.
It lists minor operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
Write down the model and serial numbers.
You'll see them on a label on the wall beside the top
drawer or at the bottom, just inside the fresh food
compartment door.
These numbers are also on the Consumer
Prod ct Ownership Registration ..............
u _aru mat came
with your refrigerator.
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
calls concerning your refrigerator.
ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
* Location of your refrigerator is important. Avoid
locating it next to your range, a heating vent or
where the sun will shine directly on it.
, Close the doors as soon as possible, particularly in
hot, humid weather.
• Be sure the doors are closed tightly. Before leaving
the house or retiring for the night, check to be sure
the doors haven't been left open accidentally.
• Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup
inside the refrigerator.
YOU NEED SERVICE
To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in
the back of this book.
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pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three steps to follow for
further help.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most
cases this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details--including your phone number--to:
]_/[_n_o_r _nn_]mPr R_lntlon_
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
gMPORTANT SAFETY gNSTRUCTIONS
always exercise basic safety precautions,
h_olndlnq th_ fallawin_"
o Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
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be properly
*This refrigerator mu
installed and located m accordance
mm me _nsmuanon _ns_rucuons
before _tis used. If you didnot receive an
refrigerator, you can obtain one by calling, toll
free, tNeGE Answer Center_,800.626.2000,
*Never unplug your refrigerator by
plug firmly and pull straight outfrom
the outlet.
• Repair or replace immediately all electric
otherwise damaged. Do notuse a cord that
_hnw_ eraek_ or abrasion damage alon_ its length
or at either the plug or connector end.
wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
hang on the shelves _n the refrigerator. They
inure themselves.
_1i your OlU relngCragur INsull aroullu
the house but not in use, be sure to
remove the doors. This will reduce the
possibility of danger to children.
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completely. The United States Departmentof
Agiculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69
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have thawed if they still contain ice crystals orif
they are still cold--below 40°E
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".,.Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that r_
refrozen and should notbe eaten. Thawed ice _.
cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of .._
any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The
food may be dangerous to eat.
"Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the
eating quality of foods, oarticularly fruits,
vegetables and prepare'd foods. The eating quality
of red meats is affected less than that of many
other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as
possible to save as much of their eating quality as
you can,
o_er your remgeramr _sm operauon, eo
not touch the col_ surfaces in the freezer
c_mpartment, particularly when hands are
damp or wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely
co!d suffaces_
oDo not place fingers or hands on the automatic
kemaMng meehaNsm while the refrigerator is
p_.gged in, This will prevent contact with the
mnv_n_ n_rt_ of the eiectr)r mechanism, or with
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theheating element that releases the cubes.
*Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning
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and making"repatrs.' NOTE. We strong y
,_,"_-_ recommend that any servicing be
performed by a qualified individual.
®Before replacing a burned-out light bulb,
unplugtherefrigeratororturn off powerat the
circuit breaker orfuse box in orderto avoid
contact with a bye wire filament. (A burned-out
ngn[ DUlDmay orea_ when uemg rep_aceu.)
NOTE: Turning control to OFF position does
_r,fvam_za _nx_zor fn tho li?rht olrrnlt
. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
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INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Set the Temperature Controls (appearancemay vary)
Two controls let you regulate the temperature in the
fresh food and freezer compartments.
At first, set the fresh food control to "5" and the
freezer control to "C".
Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize,
whether you are setting the controls for the first time
or adjusting them later. Then, if you want colder or
warmer temperatures in either compartment, adjust
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me controls one step at a "-'---
Note: Moving the fresh food control to OFF
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food and freezer--but does not shut off power
to the refrigerator.
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How to Test Temperatures
Use the milk test Ibr the fresh food compartment.
Place a container of milk on the top shelf in the fresh
too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls.
Use the ice cream test for the freezer compartment•
Place a container of ice cream in the center of the
freezer enmnartment. Check it after a day. If it's too
hard or too soft, adjust the temperature controls.
Always allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach
the temperature you set.
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You won't find an "energy saver"
switch on this refrigerator.
Warm liquid from the refrigerator's
condenser is automatically
circulated around the front edge of
the freezer compartment to help
keep moisture from forming on the
outside of the refrigerator during
humid weather.
Many refrigerators use special
electric ii_o.t_[s, 1111_ l_lll_Ci_tul
needs none. That's why there is no
"energy saver" switch...there's no
need for it.
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It is not necessary to defrost the
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Your refrigerator is designed and
equipped to defrost itself
automatically.
if you turn your household thermostat below 60°E at night...
...you may want to move the freezer
control one step colder Cooler
temperatures in the house may
cause the compressor to operate
less frequently, thus allowing the
freezer compartment
to warm somewhat.
To protect your
1_j _J frozen foodsupply,
leave the freezer setting at this
colder setting for the entire winter or
for as long as you keep your
thermostat turned down.
Moving the freezer control to colder
setting should have no effect on your
fresh food comparlment. Howevel; if
fro_Tin_ cvc,r'nr_ rnnv_ tha fro_h ft'a3d
control one step warmer.
When you stop turning the
thermostat down, turn the
refrigerator's controls back
to their regular settings.
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AUTOMATIC lICEMAKER & DISPENSER
How it Works
Your refrigerator has an automatic icemaker and
crushed ice (on some models) through the freezer
compartment door. Here's how they work.
Water flows from the household supply through a
(t"1 rhml _olenoid valve to the
(2) water tubing
and to the
(3) automatic
icemaker as
needed.
Water is frozen
in the
(4) cube mold and
ejected into the
(5) storage bin
where a motor- _ _ Ill/2
powered auger __/
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Cubes dispense through the chute in the door when _°
the dispenser pad is pressed.
When the switch is moved to CRUSHED (on some
models), a baffle ch_ne!sc_ubes!hfo.u_gh _he cm,s,her
aIK1 crusne(1 lee Iaus [flrougll a CIILItI_ llltO tli_3 glilbs.
Water flows through the
(6) tubing in the door and is dispensed when the
dispenser pad is pressed.
(7) A light switch (on some models) turns the night
light in the dispenser on or off.
The light also comes on when the dispenser pad
is pressed.
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7 watt maximum bulb when it burns out.
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Importsnt Facts about Your I_& WaterI_peme _i:,_:::,, :,: . : "
o 11 [ills Is our ilrsl IcemaKer you-u uear
occasional sounds that may be unfanfillar.
Th_a nm nnrmal ieemaking sounds and are n0t
cause for concern.
o Your icemaker will produce 8 cubes per
cycle--appr0ximately 120 cubes in a.24_hour
period--depending on freezer compartmem;
temperawxe, room temperature, number o! ooor
openings and other use:c0nditi0ns,
flow interruption is morethan brief,, ice ClUmp(s)
may be the cause and should be removed following
instructions in this section.
. Avoid overfilling glasses with ice and using
narrow or extra.tall glasses. This can jam the
chute or cause the door in the chute to freeze shut.
Periodically open the freezer compartment dOOr
and took down,into the chute. If ice is blocking:the
chute, poke it through with a wooden spoon,
: :iehill_d ih: _elce:s_orage:bin_':Cans, bottles or
f6_di::packagcsi::iri:the :gt0rage _in: m_y Cause the
storage: bin; It may not' Crush :or:dispense well.
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If you use your refrigerator before
the water connecuon is maue, raise
the ice access door and make sure
the icemaker feeler arm is in the
STOP (up) position.
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STOP (up)
position
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t-eeler arm in
ON (down)
position
When the water supply has been connected to the
Press the dispenser pad for about 2 minutes to
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water system.
Th_ it,_ r,nha mold m_tnrnati_allv fill.qwith water after
cooling to freezing temperatures. First cubes normally
freeze after several hours.
NOTE: With a newly-installed refrigerator, allow
about 24 hours for the freezer compartment to cool
down to the proper ice-making temperature.
Once Your Icemaker and Dispenser are in Operation
Throw away the first few batches of ice cubes (i6 or
24 cubes). This will flush away any impurities in the
_xtnt_r lin¢, fin tb_ mamo thiner after vaeation_ or
extended periods when ice isn't used.
To c!ean out the !i_ne+pour the first 6 glassfuls of water
in the kitchen sink. The first water through the system
picks up a slight "plastic" taste from the water tubing.
To make sure the bin flus with ice, level the cubes
occasionally. When cubes fall into the bin they may pile
up close to the icemaker and push the feeler arm to the
STOP position before the bin gets full. Keeping the
cubes leve! al!ows the icemo_ker to il!! the bin.
To D_spense Ice and Water
o Set the selector switch to CUBES,
CRUSHED ICE (on some models) or WATER.
j Dispenser
pad
Dispenser
pad
<,Grip the glass or other container near the rim and
press the rim against the center of the dispenser pad,
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When Dispensing Ice...
Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though
you selected CUBES. This happens occasionally when
a few cubes get channeled to the crusher.
Sometimes a mound of snow will form on the door
in the ice chute. This condition is normal, and usually
occurs when you have dispensed crushed ice
Caution: Never put fingers or other objects
_nto the dispenser opening.
When Dispensing Water...
The first glass of water dispensed may be warmer
than the following ones. This is normal.
Dispensed water is cool, not iced. For colder water,
simply add crushed ice or cubes before dispensing water.
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Release pressure from the dispenser
pad and wait afew seconds to catch
the last bits of ice or drops of water.
eremaybesomed ppin aft*rdispensing crushed ice or water. If
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should he wiped dry right away.
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self draining--pour it in the kitchen sink. The shelf
and its grille should be cleaned regularly according to
Care and Cleaning instructions. Press here to remove grille
The grille is easily removed _..
by pressing on the back
right corner.
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The icemaker ejects cubes in groups of eight, and
it is normal for several cubes to be joined together.
However, if you don't use the ice very often ice
elnmn_ may form in the _tora_a bin and can
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clog the dispenser.
If this haunens:
• Remove the storage bin from the freezer.
away any clumps that you can't break up.
• I_onlooo th_ bin hofnr_ tho romn_nlno" o]lh_¢
melt and fuse together.
To Remove Ice Storage Bin
I ift tho loft oarnor tta froo tho
bin from the shelf. Pull the bin
straight out while supporting it
at front and back.
To Replace Ice Storage Bin
Rlid_ tha hin hack nntll the tab on the bin
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If the bin does not go all the way ,i_-'_J_
back, remove it and mm the drive //" _l.Jt_/)I_/"//_
mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the _ k._"ff/ ]
bin back, a,.g_nunfi?__etabon_e _oDzive (_//
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!f !ce !s Not Used Often,_.,
"Old" ice cubes will become cloudy and taste stale.
Empty ice storage bin periodically and wash it in
!ukewarm water: Be sure to allow storage bin to cool
before replacing it--otherwise ice cubes will stick to
_he metal auger.
Move Feeler Arm to STOP (up)
Position when...
• Home water supply is to be turned off for several
hours.
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• Going away on vacation, at which time you should
also turn off the valve in the water supply line to
your refrigerator.
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FOOD STORAGE SUGGESTIONS
Suggested Storage Times for Meat and Poultry*
Eatingquality DAYSIH MONTHSIN Eatingqualify DAYSaN MOHTRSIN
drops after REFRIGERATOR FREEZER dropsafter REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
(2° to 4° C.) (-18°C.) {2°to 4° C.) (-18° C.)
FreshMeats FreshPoultry
Roasts(Beef& Lamb)......................3to 5 6 to 12 Chicken& Turkey(Whole)................i to2 i2
Roasts(Pork& Veal)........................3 to 5 4 to 8 Chicken(Pieces)...............................1 to2 9
Steaks(Beef)....................................3 to 5 6 to 12 Turkey (Pieces).................................1 to 2 6
Chops(Lamb)...................................3 to 5 6 to 9 Duck& Goose(Whoie).....................i to2 6
Chops(Pork) ....................................3 to 5 3 to 4 Giblets...............................................1 to 2 3
Ground & StewMeats......................1to 2 3 to4 Rnn_ad Pnnlfrv
VarietyMeats....................................i to 2 3 to 4 ............. •
Sausage(Pork).................................I to 2 1 to 2 Pieces(CoveredwithBroth)..............1 to 2 6
Pieces(Not Covered)........................3 to ,1 1
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Bacon...................................................7 1 FriedChicken....................................3 to 4 4
Frankfurters..........................................7 _/a
7 ! to2 (Otherthanformeats&poultry) FREEZER
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Ham(Half)........................................3 to 5 1 to 2 Most fruits andvegetables................................................8-12 months
Ham(Slices).........................................3 1 to 2 Leanfish.............................................................................6-8 months
Lu,qcheofl Meats...............................3 to 5 Freezing Fatty.fish, rollsand breads,soups,stew, casseroles.........2-3 months
Sausage(Smoked)...............................7 not recom- Cakes,pies,sandwiches,leftovers(cooked),
Sausage(Dry &Semi-Dry) .............14to 21 mended, icecream (originalcarton)............................................1 month max.
Cooked_eats * u.s. DepartmentofAgriculture
CookedMeatsandMeat Dishes........3 to 4 2 to3
Gravy& Meat Broth.......................... 1 to 2 2 to 3 Meats, fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in quality and
age; consequently, safe storage time in your refrigerator will vary.
Fresh Food Storage Tips
To store vegetables:
Use the vegetable drawers. They have been designed to
preserve the natural moisture and freshness of produce.
oCovering vegetables with a moist towel helps
maintain crispness.
oAs a further aid to freshness, prepackaged vegetables
can be stored in their original wrapping.
Unfrozen meats, fish, and poultry:
oAlways remove store wrappings.
, Rewrap in foil, plastic wrap or wax paper and
refrigerate immediately.
Cheese:
• Wrap well with wax paper or aluminum foil, or put
in a plastic bag.
o'Carefully wrap to expel air and help prevent mold.
Store prepackaged cheese in its own wrapping if you wish.
Tips on Freezing Foods
There are three essential requirements for efficient
hr_rn_ froo_;nc_
1. _n_tia! quali_y. Freeze only top-quality foods.
Freezing retains quality and flavor; it cannot
improve quality.
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2. Speed. The quicker truits and vegetables are frozen
after picking, the better the frozen product will be.
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to do.
74. Pranar nacknMno. IT_e, food wrens debit, ned
especially for freezing.
To f_reeze _m__eat_fish and pou_ltry, wrap well in freezer-
weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping material),
forming it carefully to the shape of the contents. This
expels air. Fold and crimp ends of the package to provide
a good, lasting seal. Don't refreeze meat that has been
completely thawed; meat, whether raw or cooked, can
be frozen successfully only once.
Fine-quality Joe cream, with high cream content, will
normally require slightly lower temperatures than more
"airy" already-packaged brands with low cream content.
• It wit1 be necessary to experiment to determine the
freezer compartment location and temperature
control setting to keep your ice cream at the right
serving temperature.
° The rear of the freezer compartment is slightly
colder than the front.
New techniques are constantly being developed.
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.freezing and storing foods.
GENERAL ELECTRIC FOOD-SAVER SYSTEM
Moist _nFresh Drawer
The full-width top drawer is designed to keep
moisture content of foods such as:
°Artichokes *Cherries - Plums
•Asparagus *Corn oRadishes
.Beets,topped • Currants oRhubarb
•Blueberries •Greens,leafy. . Spinach
•Carrots • l p.thm_. . Tomatoes,ripe
°Celery oParsley
• Peas.omen
As in any refrigerated storage area, it is
recommended that odorous foods be stored
wrapped--foods such as:
•Broccoli °Cabbage • Parsnips
•Brusselssprouts -Cauliflower -Turnips
oGreenonions
Storage time will depend upon the type of food
and its condition when placed in the drawer.
Excess water which may accumulate in the bottom
of the Moist 'n Fresh drawer should be poured
out and the drawer wiped dry.
The Moist 'n Fresh drawer is partially sealed by
gaskets attached to the cover at the front and back
edges. Always push the drawer all the way in.
Moist 'n Fresh
drawer--
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Convert_bie Meat Keeper
The Convertible
Meat Pan drawer
has its own cold air
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of cold air from the
freezer compartment
to flow around
the drawer.
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The variable
temperature controi ""
regulates the air flow from the freezer compartment.
Set control lever to MEATS--the coldest setting--to
store fresh meats. If lever is left in meat position for a
long period of time, some frost may form on the
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Set control lever to VEG to convert the drawer to
normal refrigerator temperature and provide extra
vegetable storage space, Cold air duct is turned off.
Variable settings between these extremes can
be selected.
Sealed Snack Pack (onsomemodels)
The Sealed Snack Pack--and shelf to which it is attached---can be
relocated within the Fresh Food compartment. The sealed drawer retains
sufficient humidity for convenient storage of meats and cheese, bacon,
hors d'oeuvres, spreads and snacks.
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This..,___.shelfspfits:.,^_in [il
under itself for
storage of tall item
on the shelf below. 1!1!3
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help prevent spills from _ x w,£ _,
dripping to lower shelves. Make sure you push them
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How to Rearrange
Shelves in the fresh food compartment are adjustable,
enabling you to make efficient shelf arrangements to
fit your family's food storage needs.
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Tilt the shelf up at front,
then rift it up
and out of the tracks
on the rear wall of the
refrigerator.
To relocate shelves: Select
Aoo_*.oA _hol_hoi_ht With
shelf front raised slightly,
engage the top lugs in the
tracks at the rear of the
cabinet. Then lower the
€---'._,,_of the shelf until it
locks into position.
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Port_-Bh_ on Fresh Food
Adjustable Porta-Bins can easily be carried from
remgerator..........to work......area._-_ a
Snuggers (on some models) hold smaller items
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spilling and sliding.
Porta-Bin straight
up until mounting
hooks disengage.
To relocate: Select
desired shelfheight'engagePorta-Bin's _"[i]
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Porta-Bin will lock in place.
Removable Wine Rack (on somemodels)
The wine rack is designed to hold a bottle on its side
and will fit on any shelf,
To relocate the wine rack:
Pull wine rack straight out. Then position its lip over
either edge of the shelf you want to suspend it from
and push it all the way in.
Freezer Baskets
(on somemodels)
Wire slide-out freezer baskets can
be pulled out for easy access to
frozen foods.
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Multi-Position Shelves _n
Freezer Compartment
(on some models)
Shelf supports at various levels in
the freezer compartment let you
reposition the shelves for your
convenience.
CARE AND CLEAN TG
Cieaning_Outside
The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be
wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting. Water left on
the shelf may leave deposits that you can remove by
soaking with undiluted vinegar. You can also use a paste
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brand) and water, or 1teaspoon of citric acid powder per
pint of hot tap water. Soak until the deposit disappears or
becomes loose enough to rinse away. Usually 30 minutes
soaking time is adequate, Avoid using wax on the spill
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sileli anti ram,
The soft door handles are easy to keep clean if they are
Pledge brand or Jubilee brand to coat the handles. Soil
will then easily wash off with a dish dete_ent and water
or a non-abrasive all-pulpose cleaner.
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly
dampened with kitchen appliance wax ormild liquid
dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft
cloth. Do not wipe file refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing
the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners,
bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products
can scratch and weaken the paint finish•
Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the
refrigerator is a high quality, baked-on paint finish. With
proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-free for
refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year.
is available from GE Service and Parts Centers.
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Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments should
oe cieaneu at least once a year. unpmg me relngerator
before cleaning. If 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 of baking soda to a quart of water. This both
cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse thoroughly with water
and wipe dry.
Other parts of the refrigerator--including door gaskets,
pmsucICe storage Olll allU allIll,at allLl vegetaOle UtaW_l_
parts--can be cleaned the same way. After cleaning door
gaskets, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets from
sticking and bending out of shape. If the freezer baskets
don't slide freely after cleaning, lubricate them with
petroleum jelly. Do not use cleansing powders or other
abrasive cleaners.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water because the
extreme temperature difference may cause them to break.
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in
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Snell tmange tile ooxon me topme rear oi me relngerator,
every 3 months. An open box of baking soda in the freezer
wil! absorb stale freezer odors.
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DonoLw_h any plastic parts fromyour
Drain nnonino in froo_or cnmnnrtmont. Dnrinc_ yearly
cleaning, remove bottom freezer basket and flush a solution of
baking soda--1 teaspoon and 2 cups of hot (not boiling)
water-- through the drain line with the help of a meat baster.
This will help eliminate odor and reduce the likelihood of a
If drain becomes clogged, use a meat
ouster ana oa_lng-sooa-an_-wamr
solution to force the clog through the
drain line.
BeNnd Refrigerator
Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away
from the wail. 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 your refrigerator in a side direction may result
in damage to your floor covering or refrigerator.
Condenser
The.condenser is located behind the J 11_1
base giiiie. For most ei_qcient operation, _--_I_1 _l _ "
remove the base grille and either sweep '_1
away or vacuum up dust that is readily
accessible. For best results, use a brush
specially designed for this purpose. It is
available at most appliance parts stores.
This easy cleaning operation should be Condenser
done at least once a year.
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Drawer and Cover Removal
Drawers wilt stop before coming all the way out of
refrigerator to help prevent spilling onto floor.
Drawers can easily be removed by tilting up slightly
and pulling past "stop" location.
To remove drawers when the fresh food
compartment door cannot be opened fully:
i. Remove food from the shelf above the Moist 'n
Fresh drawer and take out the shelf. Take food off
th_ c,ln_ onv_r and pat of drawer_
2. Remove the flexible
gasket at the rear of the
Moist 'n Fresh drawer.
Lilt each end stxaight up
until the slots on the
gasket are free of the
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Drawer
support tab Gasket
3. Pull the drawer partway
out. Reach in, push the
rear of the glass up and, at
the same time, push it
front corner retainers.
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glass cover with hot water because the extreme
temperature difference may cause it to break.
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Pull the drawer forward, lift the . _[,_',
front to clear stops, and remove __]
the drawer, if the refrigerator _'_ I S/>_ _/-'_ I /
door doesn't open completely,
nnll the ttrn,aa_r nl)t until it hlt_
the door. Then lift the drawer up
until it is higher than the drawer
supports, tilt it and take it out. i /,,/r_-_\\\ _,i
6. If tape holds Convertible Meat Pan cover to drawer
supports, remove the tape. Pull drawer partway out.
Reach in, push the rear of the glass up and, at the
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retainers. /_(.
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8. Tilt and remove the drawer.
After cleaning, replace in _/ / 'reverse order. When replacing
it through both drawer guides Drawer
on the left side. . "4Guides
9. Reinstall the gasket at the
rear of the Moist 'n Fresh
drawer. Fit the end of the
plastic drawer support into
the rubber gasket flap
facing you. Make sure the
gasket snaps into place.
Water F_lter Accessory
Your ice cubes can only be as fresh-tasting as the water that produces them.
That's why it's a good idea to purify your water with a water filter.
REMOVES SEDIMENT
Rigid, porous graded density depth cellulose
fiber cartridge catches dirt, rust particles, sand and silt.
_v_ v_ v_v_a
Activated charcoal granules remove
musty, stale odors.
I_MPROVES TASTE
Activated charcoal granules remove oily,
medicinal, plastic and metallic tastes.
REDUCES SCALE
Special crystals reduce hard scale deposit formation.
The water fi!ter is an option at extra cost and is available from your GE
deaIer. Specify WR97X0214. It has complete installation instructions and
installs in minutes on 1/4" O.D. copper water line.
Light Bulb Replacement
Fresh Food Compartment-Upper Light
!. Unplug refi'igerator.
2. Pull off temperature control knobs.
3. Pull the bottom of the light shield down and forward,
then rotate the top up and off.
After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall light shield.
Fresh Food _" ........ "
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Lower Light (on some models)
lb touat=d u,_..,,., ,_ oh;c_lrl nt _h_ roar Of the
fresh food compartment
I. Unplug the refrigerator.
2. Grasp the top edge of the shield and lift it up and
forward to free its top edge.
3. After replacing with the same size bulb, hook the
top of the shield back in place.
Freezer Compartment _..........
1. Remove shelf just below light [_
panel. (Shelf will be easier to "_ _"'_
remove if it is emptied first.)
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2. Pull plastic light panel toward you. (It will bend to
lee taub ttotu grooves.)
After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall panel
PREPARATION
When You Go on Vacation
For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and
leave controls at regular settings. However, if room
temperature is expected to drop below 60°E, follow
same lnstrtlCtlOllb fig iUl chtclld_u va_.._.tuOHo.
For extended vacations or absences, shut off power
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position, and clean interior with baking soda solution
of 1 tablespoon of soda to 1 quart of water• Wipe dry.
To prevent odors, leave open box of soda in
refrigerator. Leave doors open.
Move icemaker feeler arm to STOP (up) position and
be sure to shut off water supply to the refrigerator•
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Disconnect power cord from wall outlet, remove all
food, and clean and dry the interior.
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and
storage pans by taping them securely m r,,_e _,,
prevent damage.
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actual moving and in van. Refrigerator must be
secured in van to prevent movement. Protect outside
of refrigerator with blanket.
Clearances
Allow the following clearances fbr ease of installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides ...... 518" Top ...... 1" Back ......... 1"
(if built-in, allow 7/8" for hinge covers)
If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side,
allow the following door clearances:
For models up to and including 24' ...... 3/4"
For 24' models ........ 1½"
Refrigerator Location
Do not install refrigerator where temperature wi!l
go below 60°F. becanse it will not run often enough
to maintain proper temperatures.
Do install it on a floor strong enough to support a
fully loaded refrigerator.
Also see Energy-Saving Tips regarding location.
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Rollers
Adjustable rollers behind the base grille enable you to
move the refiigerator away from the wall for cleaning.
Tho_:o rnllor,_ chnnld he cot ca the raf'rierarntnr ro,._tc
firmly on the floor. To assure that the doors will close
automatically from a halfway-open position, there is a
built-in tilt from the front to the back of the cabinet.
Side-by-side mfiigerators also have specially designed
door hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened,
,qllnwina the fnreo nf arnvitv to haln cln_ tharn _aenr_lv
the base grille by grasping [ [
it at the bottom and pulling [ [
it out. -[I _ " _"="_'_"
Turn roller adjusting [ _ _<_
screws clockwise to raise
refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it. Use
adjustable wrench (3/8" hex head bolt) or pliers.
When adjusting front rollers ]
for proper door closure, we
raenrnmcmd thnt thp hnft_srn
fro;,i'i U;iti eca-bi ei;e [
approximately 5/8" from the I I
floor.
To replace base
grille, align prongs
on back of grille
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cabinet and push
forward until grille
snaps into place.
Water Supply to Icemaker
You wil! need to connect your icemaker to a cold water line. A water supply kit containing copper
tubing, shut-off valve, fittings and instructions is available at extra cost from your dealer. There
should be sufficient tubing fbr the icemaker from the cold water supply to allow you to move the
refi'igerator out from the wail several feet (approximately 8 feet of i/4" copper tubing in three
10-inch diameter coils.)
hNSTALLATION QU REMENTS
How to connect electricity
For personal safety, this appliance must
The power cord of this
applmnce is eqmppeu
with a three-prong
(grounding) plug which
mates with a standard
three-prong (grounding)
wail outlet to minimize
the possibility of electric
shock hazard from
this appliance.
Preferredmethod
lnSurepropergrounding lit
xists before use.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
If you have only a standard two-prong wall outlet,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to
have it replaced with a properly grounded three-
prong wall outlet.
DO NO% UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUNDING)
PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.
Because of potential Temporarymethod
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certain conditions, Alignlar9_prongs/slots.
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we strongly _x,
recommend against
use of an adapter
plug. However, if
you still elect to use
_n ndznter, where
local codes permit,
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_lnsure propergroundingandfirm
eonn_ntinn exisls before use.
a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to
a properly grounded two-prong wail outlet by use
of a UL-listed adapter available at most local
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the
|nrcr_r dot in the wM1 nntlet tn nmvide nmner r_olaritv
in the connection of the power cord.
CAUTION: Attaching an adapter ground terminal to
appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not
insulated, and the wall outlet is grounded through the
house wiring. You should have the circuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
pmpcny g_ouuucu.
When disconnecting the power cord from the
this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very
likely to break with repeated use.
Should the adapter ground terminal break, DO
NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has
again been established.
Electrical Requirements
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own ind_vidua! electrical outlet which has a voltage
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause
a fire hazard from overheating wires.
Use of Extension Cords
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of
a_nextension cord. However, if you still elect to use an
extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a
UL-listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension
cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that
the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes
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[ * If you use your refrigerator before connecting t
_I...... _. l;._ make sure the icemnkor fooler
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arm is kept in the STOP (up) position,
o Do not instal! the icemaker tubing in areas
1 where temperatures fall below freezing. I
o When using any electrical device (such as a
t
power drill) dui-ing installation, be sure the i
device is insulated or wired in a manner to
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_ All installations must be in accordance with [
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WKATY_U WRL EED
° A onld _.t.r _,mnlv in rennlred for automatic
icemaker operation. The water pressure must
be between 20 and 120 p.s.i.
Power drill, unless you have a self-piercing valve.
* Copper tubing, 1/4" outer diameter to
connect the refrigerator to the water supply.
Be sure both ends ofthe tubing are cut square.
_ib determine how much copper tubing you
need: measure the distance from the water valve
on the back of the reMgerator to the water
supply pipe. Then add 8 feet• Be sure there is
sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet coiled into
3 turns of about i0 inches _........ -' "- " .... '1"
tualiletei3 to a[tow LLII:_
refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation. Do not use plastic tubing or plastic
fittings because the water supply line is under
pressure at all times. Also, certain types of
plastic _bing may become brittle _ith age and
crack, resulting in water leakage.
o _.°.÷-¢_.,.u.. _.o...,,_t., the e.l,t wntor
line. The shut-offvalve should have a water
inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32"
at the point of connection to the COLD WATER
HNE. Saddle-type shut-off valves are included
in many water supply kits, Before purchasing,
make sure a saddle-type valve complies with
your local plumbing codes.
Two !/4" outer diameter compression nuts
and 2 ferrules (sleeves) - to connect the
copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the
o Kyour existing water line has a flared fitting at
the end, you will need an adapter (available at
plumbing supply stores) to connect the water
line to the refrigerator OR - you can cut off the
flared fitting with a tube cutter and _'men...... u_e a
compression fitting.
] E:°=;_; "l_e m:_flon is not warranted by
! the refrigerator or _cemaker manufacturer.
I Follow these instructions carefully to minimize
the risk of expensive water damage.
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Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear !
the line of water.
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Through floor Under sink Through wal! to In crawl
to basement to cold utility room cold space under
cold water plpe water pipe water pipe house
a. Choose a location for the valve that is easily
accessible. R is best to connect into the side of
a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to
connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the
connection to me top or side, rather thm_ at
the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment
from the water pipe,
b. Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe, using a
sham bit. Remove any burrs resulting from
drilling the hole in thepipe. (Do not drill a .
hole ffthe valve is a self-piercing type.)
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Fasten the shutoff
valve to the cold
water pipe with the
pipe clamp.
Tighten the clamp
screws until the
sealing washer
begins to swell. Do
you may crush the
copper tubing.
Pipe
Saddle 1
shutoff
valve
Inlet
end
Vertical
• coldwater
pipe
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aQ Remove the plastic flexible cap from the
water valve, t/4" Copper Tubing
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floor or walt (behind the refrigerator or adjacent
i base cabinet) as close to the wa!! as possible. Be
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coiled into 3 turns of about 10" diameter) to
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall
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Place the compression shuto va
onto the end of the tubing
m_d connect it to the
I shutoff valve. Make sure c_]_" _-7_,,_ !
the tubing is fully Packing nut/[ I_x&.._
b. Place the tubing\ c,s_pf.¢....
and ferrule (sleeve)
onto the end of the .......
c. Insert the end of
the copper tubing _.':_t_ _ ,_I1°
into the water /'k_, I \ ,_,_-_:_!t)'
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While... holding... . ., ,,-,,. Refrigeratorconnection
me tubing, ngnten me nmng.
d. Fasten the copper tubing into the clamp
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may need to pry open the clamp.
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Tightennut securely,the compression Outlet valve (sleeve)
_t ......
L_ T_R_ OH THE WATER AHU FLUSH OUT
THE THU_HG.
the tubing until the water is clear.
I b" Shut the water °ff at the water valve after iabout one quart of water has been flushed
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Before making the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power
cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.
We recommend installing a water filter
(available at service and parts centers) if you r
water supply has sand or particles that could
clog the screen of the refrigerator's water valve.
Install it in the water line near the re_gerator.
SHUTOFF VALVE.
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SET THE |CE_KER FEELER Am TO THE
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it
r_t-h_R ;to an_rnfinct fPmn_rnhwP of 1._o_ or
below. It will then begin operation automatically
if the icemaker is in the ON (down) position.
NOTE: The icemaker may double-cycle when it
first starts, causing some water spillage from the
icemaker into the ice bucket. This is normal and
should not happen again. The first few batches of
cubes should be thrown away, so that remaining
impurities in the water line will be flushed out.
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THE WALL.
aagArrangethe coil of copper tubing so that it does
not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or
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USE TH!S PROBLEM SOLVER
REFRIGERATOR
L)UL_5 INU 1 IOI"I",KAt_
MOTOR OPEN_A.TES
FOR LONG PERIODS
MOTOR STARTS &
STOPS FREQUENTLY
VIBRATION OR
RATTLING
BOTTOM OF
REFRIGERATOR
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PROPERLY
OPERATING
SOUNDS
,
May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes.
* Temperature control in OFF position.
!f interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.
, If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lmnp or a
small appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit
breaker or burned out fuse.
* Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer
compartment require more operating time.
, Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home--usually requires
24 hours to completely cool down.
o Large amounts Offood placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen.
* Hot weather--frequent door openings.
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oTemperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use
nf Ternnaratnre Controls.
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, Grille and condenser need cleaning. Refer to Care and Cleaning page.
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*Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures.
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Tfrefrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor
and front roller screws or front leveling legs need adjusting or floor is weak or
uneven. Refer to Rollers section on Installation Requirements page.
• If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal.
heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will
discolor at these normal and safe operating temperatures. Your floor covem_g
supplier should be consulted if you object to this discoloration.
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amount of petroleum jelly on face of gasket.
o The high speed compressor motor required to maintain near zero
temperatures in the large freezer compartment may produce higher sound
levels than your old refrigerator.
freezer compartments--another fan cools the compressor motor.
PROBLEM
OPERATING
SOUNDS
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FRESH FOOD OR
FREEZER COMPARTMENT
TEMPERATURE
It ,_/,_..J vv/'_L'_.tvlt
FOODS DRY OUT
FROST OR ICE
CRYSTALS ON
FROZEN FOOD
SLOW ICE CUBE
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AUTOMATIC
ICEMAKER
DOES NOT WORK
POSSIBLE CAUSE
, These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time:
*Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost.
*Temperature control clicks ON or OFF.
o l_eingeranr oomng or gurgnng.
° Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction
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* With automatic icemaker, the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water
- Temperature control not setcold enough. Refer to Temperature Controls.
oWarm wea_er_equent door openings.
o Door left open for long tm_.
° Package may be holding door open.
- Foods not covered, wrapped or sealed properly.
° Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open.
, Too frequent or too long door openings.
®Door may have been left open.
o Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder.
, Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed.
, Unsealed packages in refrigerator and/or freezer compartments may be
transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes.
- interior of refrigerator needs .... ............. ...........
cleanlng_reier to Late anu t_leanmg secuon.
. Poor-tasting incoming water. Install a water filter_see water Filter
_ccessory Sel3L1OII,
, ON-STOP control in STOP (up) position.
o Water supply turned off or not connected.
o Freezer compartment too warm.
water line may be clogged.
o Sometimes cubes fuse to the side of the ice mold and hold the feeler arm in the
STOP (up) position. Remove this ice to restart the ieemaker.
o Wh.en reachkng for enhe_ bv hnnd. yon may have _ushed the feeler arm into the
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STOP (up) position by mistake.
° Piled up cubes in storagebin may cause icemaker to shut offtoo soon. With
icemaker feeler ann in STOP (up) position, level cubes in bin.
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PROBLEM
CUL)IS* L]IO/, Ls/,_tol_.l.'_
DOES NOT WORK
WATER HAS POOR
TASTE/ODOR
WATER 1N FIRST
GLASS IS WARM
WATER DISPENSER
DOES NOT WORK.
DIVIDER BETWEEN
FRESH FOOD AND
FREEZER COMPART-
MENTS _ELS WAR_M
MOISTURE FORMS
ON OUTSIDE OF
REFRIGERATOR
MOISTURE
COLLECTS INSIDE
WATER ON KITCHEN
_OOR OR ON
BOTTOM OF FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
HAS ODOR
INTERIOR LIGHT
DOES NOT WORK
POSSIBLE CAUSE
o No ice cubes. Remove storage container, if cubes are frozen to wire arm,
remove cubes.
o No ice cubes, Icemaker turned off or water supply turned off.
oIrregular ice clumps in storage container. Break up as many as you can with
fingertip pressure and discard the remaining clumps.
oIf water dispenser has not been used for an extended period, dispense water
in lc_uloA1...........llto.t,_,u_lut_t_4lo.u'_ll....._.erfo .,in._s_._'__rvnlr._.. ._i_.replenished.............. wi_ ........freghwater,
• Poor-tasting incoming water. Install a water falter--see Water Filter section.
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refrigerator is first installed.
oIf water dispenser has not been used for extended period, water in first
glass will not be as cool as in succeeding glasses.
, If the water system has been drained, allow several hours for replenished
supply to chill.
o Water supply line turned offor not connected.
,. RuDnlv llne. may be clogged with sediment.
• Normal warmth is created by automatic energy saver system circulating warm
liquid around -_...... _-- _ _.............. • _._1...... , .,.._o._..IrOllt etlge Ol 11_2_1 tJom[ o_t tlll_lll. [.o llvlp p,tuvun_ _vuu_.,o .....
on outside of refrigerator in hot, humid weather.
• Not unusual during periods of high humidity
•Too frequent or too long door openings.
oIn humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.
, The drain in the bottom of the refrigerator may be clogge d. Remove any ice on
the freezer bottom and clean the drain, Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
• If you use a glass over 6 inches tall, you may be jamming cubes in the funnel
chute. They can fuse inside the chute and drop out later, leaving water or
ice on the floor.
. Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
• Check for spoiled food.
. Interior needs cleaning. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
oDefrost water system needs Cleaning.
o Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every three months.
° No power at outlet.
oLight bulb needs replacing. See Care and Cleaning section.
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Ndividuals qualified to service their own appliances
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User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
Other servicing genera!ly should be referred to qualified
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improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
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