User Manual GE Profile™ PWE23KYNFS 23.1 Cu. Ft. Counter-Depth Fingerprint Resistant French-Door Refrigerator

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Table of contents

• USING THE REFRIGERATOR
• CARE AND CLEANING
• TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

User manual Refrigerator

USING THE REFRIGERATOR

Features

1. Space-saving ice maker*

Ice maker and bin are located on the door creating more usable storage space.

2. Showcase LED lighting

LED lighting is positioned throughout the interior to spotlight areas in the refrigerator. LEDs are located under the fresh food door to light the freezer when opened.

3. Drop-down tray*

Allows for extra door storage when you need it and tucks away when you don’t.

4. Full-width temperature controlled drawer

Adjustable temperature control bin that can accommodate larger items.

5. Dairy bin

Separate compartment for your items.

6. Ice bin/Ice maker*

Ice makerwith ice storage bins.

7. QuickSpace™ shelf*

Functions as a normal full-sized shelfwhen needed and easily slides back to store tall items below.

8. Spillproof shelves

Designed to capture your spills for easier clean up.

9. Anti-slip Mat

Liner that captures spills, keeps containers from shifting when the door is opened and is easily removable for cleaning.

10. Removable door bin

Can be removed for those with a wall limiting the door opening.

11. Climate zone bin

Separate bins for produce storage.

12. Water filter

Filters water and ice.

1. Space-saving ice maker*

Ice maker and bin are located on the door creating more usable storage space.

2.Showcase LED lighting

LED lighting is positioned throughout the interior to spotlight areas in the refrigerator. LEDs are located under the fresh food door to light the freezer when opened.

3. Full-width temperature controlled drawer

Adjustable temperature control bin that can accommodate larger items.

4. Freezer Ice maker/Ice Bin*

An ice maker in both compartments give you more ice whenever you need it. Available on Non-Dispense models, also available as a kit for some models.

5. QuickSpace™ shelf*

Functions as a normal full-sized shelf when needed and easily slides back to store tall items below.

6. Spillproof shelves

Designed to capture your spills for easier clean up.

7. Removable door bin

Can be removed for those with a wall limiting the door opening.

8. Climate zone bin

Separate bins for produce storage.

9. Water filter

Filters water and ice

10. Rotating Bin*

Can be rotated out for easy access.

11. Door in Door Latch*

Squeeze the latch on the underside of the handle to open the outer door.

1. Door ice bin*

1. Open left refrigerator door.
2. Pull down latch to release bin door.
3. Using handhold lift ice bucket up and out to clear locators in bottom of bin.
4. To replace the ice bucket, set it on the guide brackets and push until the ice bucket seats properly.
5. If bucket cannot be replaced, rotate the Ice Bucket Fork 1/4 turn clockwise.

2. Ice/water filter

Certified to reduce chlorine-resistant cysts, lead, select pharmaceuticals, and more. For easyfilter replacement instructions see page 17.

WARNING Use of the hot water dispenser prior to purging air from the system may result in spurting of hot water and lead to hot water scalding. Follow the instructions for “Water Filter - Step 3” on page 17 to purge all air from the system through the cold water dispenser prior to using the hot water dispenser.

The first time the hot water feature is used, confirm if you live above 5000 feet (1524 meters) (high altitude). This limits the temperature of the hot water system to avoid boiling. To access the high altitude selection, see Controls.

PFE28P, PYE22P Control Style A, Single Serve Models

PFH28, PFE28K, DFE28, PFD28, PYE22K, PYD22, DYE22

Control Style B, AutoFill Models

GFD28, GFE28, GFE26, GFS26, GYS22, GYE22 Control Style C, GE Models

GNE29, GWE23, PWE23 Control Style D, Non-Dispense Control

NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and 0°F for the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.

Control Style D: 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 (PWE23, GWE23, and GNE29 only).

Changing the Temperature for Control Style A

To Change the Refrigerator Temperature:

Press the Fridge button and current set temperature will display. Pressing and releasing the button will cycle through the available temperature settings. Press and hold button for Turbo Cool feature. The display will show tC.

To Change the Freezer Temperature:

Press the Freezer button and current set temperature will display. Pressing and releasing the button will cycle through the available temperature settings. Press and hold button for Turbo Freeze feature. The display will show tF.

Cooling system can be turned off by pressing and holding Freezer and Start Heating. OFF will be displayed. To turn on, press Fridge or Freezer. ON will be displayed.

Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to the refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electrical power.

Changing the Temperature for Control Styles B and C

To change the temperature, press and release the Freezer or Fridge pad. The display will show the set temperature. To change the temperature, press either the Freezer or Fridge pad until the desired temperature is displayed. Press and hold button for Turbo Cool feature. The display will show tC. Press and hold button for Turbo Freeze feature. The display will show tF.

To turn off the cooling system press and hold the Fridge and Ice Maker buttons. To turn on, press Fridge or Freezer.

Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to the refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electrical power.

Changing Temp. for Control Style D

Temperature Display is located on inside of left-hand refrigerator door. To change the temperature, press and release the REFRIGERATOR or FREEZER pad. The ACTUAL TEMP light will come on and the display will show the actual temperature. To change the temperature, tap either the REFRIGERATOR or FREEZER pad until the desired temperature is displayed.

To turn OFF cooling system, press and hold the REFRIGERATOR and FREEZER pads simultaneously for 3 seconds. When cooling system is OFF the display should read OF. To turn ON cooling system, press either REFRIGERATOR or FREEZER pad. The display will show the preset temperature settings of 37°F (3°C) for refrigerator and 0°F (-18°C) for freezer.

Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electrical power.

NOTE: For optimal temperature performance, we recommend to avoid placing food items directly at the air flow vents of the refrigerator air tower and thus blocking the air flow.

1. Hands-free Autofill*

Hands-free Autofill uses sensors to monitor container height to automatically dispense filtered water without having to activate the paddle.

2. Start Heating*

The Start Heating button is used to initiate the water heating for the Single Serve feature. To abort the Start Heating feature, press and hold the Start Heat button for 3 seconds.

3. Freezer temp control

Adjust freezer compartment temperature.

4. Refrigerator temp control

Adjust refrigerator compartment temperature.

5. TurboFreeze™ setting

Activate TurboFreeze to quickly restore freezer temperatures after frequent door openings.

6. TurboCool™ setting

Activate TurboCool to quickly restore refrigerator temperature after frequent door openings.

7. Lock Controls

Control Style A - Press and hold the Door Alarm pad for 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all feature and temperature buttons.

Control Styles B & C - Press Lock pad and hold 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all feature and temperature buttons.

8. Dispenser light

Lighting that can be turned on/off to light your dispenser.

9. Door Alarm

Sounds to alert when the freezer or refrigerator doors have been left open. Press and hold Door Alarm pad and it will toggle the sound between low, high, and off.

10. Brew Size*

The Brew Size button is used to select the desired cup size for single serve. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to toggle the brew type between Coffee and Cocoa.

11. Ice maker setting

Turn your ice makers on/off.

12. Cooling system On/Off

Control Style A - Press and hold Freezer and Start Heating simultaneously to turn cooling system off. To turn cooling system on press either the Fridge or Freezer. Control Style B & C - Press and hold Fridge and Ice Maker simultaneously for 3 seconds to turn the cooling system off. To turn cooling system on press either the Fridge or Freezer.

13. Brew Dispense

Press and hold Brew Dispense button for 3 seconds, but no longer than 6 seconds, to dispense coffee or cocoa.

14. F°/C°

Control Style A - Press and hold Freezer and Brew Size to switch between F7C°.

Control Style B & C - Press and hold Ice Maker and Door Alarm simultaneously for 3 seconds to switch between F7C°.

15. Sound Control for pad chimes

Control Style A - Press and hold the Light pad: Once for High to Off, twice for Off to Low and three times for Low to High.

Control Styles B & C - Press and hold the Door Alarm pad: Once for High to Off, twice for Off to Low and three times for Low to High.

16. High Altitude

Control Style A (PYE and PFE only) - Press and hold Fridge and Door Alarm for to toggle between Hi Al and Lo AL for high altitude and low altitude.

Additional settings:

• Connected Home ready* (PFE28P, PYE22P, PFH only)
• Water Filter* - An indicator will illuminate when the filter needs to be replaced. When a new filter is installed the indicator will go off.

Additional Mode:

• Sabbath Mode

Control Style A - Press and hold Alarm and Light simultaneously for 3 seconds to enter/exit Sabbath mode. Control Style B & C - Press and hold Lock and Light simultaneously for 3 seconds to enter/exit Sabbath mode. Sabbath Mode will turn off or dim interior lights, temperature control and advanced features. Compressor will run on a timed defrost when in Sabbath mode.

Controls Style D, Internal Controls GNE29, GWE23, PWE23

1. Door Alarm

Sounds to alert when the freezer or refrigerator doors have been left open.

2. Reset Filter

Hold for 3 seconds after replacing filter.

3. Lock Controls

Press and hold 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all feature and temperature buttons.

4. Freezer temp control

Adjust freezer compartment temperature

5. Refrigerator temp control

Adjust refrigerator compartment temperature

6. Ice maker setting

Turn your ice maker on/off.

Additional Mode:

• Sabbath Mode

Press and hold Door Alarm and Ice Maker simultaneously for 3 seconds to enter/exit Sabbath mode.

Dispenser*

WARNING: Laceration Hazard

• Never put fingers or any other object into ice crusher discharge opening. Doing so can result in contacting the ice crushing blades and lead to serious injury or amputation
• Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice. A delicate glass may break and result in personal injury.

If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser paddle for at least five minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system. To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first six full glasses of water.

To remove Dispenser Tray (Type A and B Only)

■ Pull Dispenser Tray out until it stops.
■ Locate tab in the center on the bottom and push up.
■ Pull Dispenser Tray assembly out.
■ Lift Dispenser Tray out at center notch to clean.

To remove Dispenser Tray (Type C Only)

Grasp Dispenser Tray and pull firmly until it comes out.

To reinstall Dispenser Tray (Type A and B OnlyJ

■ Place the Dispenser Tray cover on top of catch tray and position under the two plastic retainers on either side.
■ Center Dispenser tray, and align with center guides.
■ Push in until it locks firmly in place.

To reinstall Dispenser Tray (Type C Only)

Line up the guide on tray bottom with track on dispenser and slide it in until it stops against the back of the dispenser.

Important Facts About Your Dispenser

■ Do not add ice from trays or bags to the door ice maker bucket. It may not crush or dispense.

■ Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use of narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can jam the chute or cause the door in the chute to freeze shut. If ice is blocking the chute remove the ice bucket, poke it through with a wooden spoon.

■ Beverages and foods should not be quick-chilled in the door ice maker bin. Cans, bottles or food packages in the storage drawer may cause the ice maker or auger to jam.

■ To keep dispensed ice from missing the glass, put the glass close to, but not touching, the dispenser opening.

■ Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you selected CUBED ICE. This happens occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get directed to the crusher.

■ After crushed ice is dispensed, some water may drip from the chute.

■ Sometimes a small 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 repeatedly. The snow will eventually evaporate.

To Use the Internal Water Dispenser*

The water dispenser is located on the left wall inside the refrigerator compartment.

To dispense water:

1. Hold the glass against the recess.
2. Push the water dispenser button.
3. Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for 2–3 seconds after releasing the dispenser button. Water may continue to dispense after the button is released.

If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser button for at least 5 minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system. During this process, the dispenser noise may be loud as the air is purged from the water line system. To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first 6 glassfuls of water.

NOTE: To avoid water deposits, the dispenser should be cleaned periodically by wiping with a clean cloth or sponge.

Refrigerator Storage Options

Rearranging the Shelves

Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable.

To remove:

1. Remove all items from the shelf.
2. Tilt the shelf up at the front.
3. Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out.

To replace:

1. While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook at the back of the shelf in a slot on the track.
2. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf locks into place.

Spillproof Shelves

Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves.

Quick Space 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 spillproof

NOTE: The back half of the Quick Space Shelf is not adjustable.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning the Outside

NOTE: DO NOT allow stainless steel cleaner to come in contact with any plastic parts such as trim pieces, handle hardware and liners. If unintentional contact of cleaners with plastic parts does occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent mixed with warm water.

Cleaning the Inside

To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.

If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.

Use an appliance wax polish on the inside surface between the doors.

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.

To clean the inside metal panel*, open the outer door using the Door in Door Latch. Clean the panel with a mild detergent and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any stainless steel cleaner on the panel as it may damage the surrounding plastic

CAUTION: Do not clean glass shelves or coverswith warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks.

Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher.

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.

Raise the leveling legs located at the bottom front of the refrigerator.

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 damage to the floor covering or refrigerator.

Lower the leveling legs until they touch the floor.

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.

If the temperature can drop below freezing, have a qualified service technician drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding.

1. Turn refrigerator off or unplug the refrigerator.
2. Empty ice bucket
3. Turn water supply off

​If you cut the water supply off, turn off the ice maker.

Upon returning from vacation:

1. Replace the water filter.
2. Run 2 gallons (7.57 liters) of water through the cold water dispenser (about 5 minutes) to flush the system.

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.

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

Normal Operating Conditions

Do you hear what I hear? These conditions 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.
• You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
• After dispensing ice, a motor will close the ice chute to keep warn room air from entering the ice bucket, maintaining ice at a freezing temperature. The hum of the motor closing the ice chute is normal, shortly after dispensing ice.

CLICKS, POPS, CRACKS and SNAPS

• You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
• The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when attempting to restart (this could take up to 5 minutes).
• Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
• On models with an ice maker, after an ice making cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
• After dispensing ice, a motor will close the ice chute to keep warm room air from entering the ice bucket, maintaining ice at a freezing temperature.

START UP COOLING

It can take up to 24 hours for the refrigerator and freezer temperatures to match the display. During that time refrigerator and freezer door openings should be minimized.

TIPS
■ Freezer cools first.

■ Refrigerator compartment cools last; it may take several hours after the freezer.

■ Turning off ice maker makes both fresh food and freezer food cool faster.

WHIR!

■ You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer compartments. The fans are helping to maintain the correct temperatures.

■ The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and energy savings.

WATER SOUNDS

■ The flow of refrigerant through the cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water.

■ Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling, popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.

■ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.

■ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure equalization.

Troubleshooting Tips

Truth or Myth