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Problem Solver
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
WATER HAS POOR • If the water dispenser has not been used for a long time, dispense water
TASTE/ODOR in regular manner until all water in the system is replenished with fresh water.
(on some models)
• Poor-tasting incoming water. Install a water filter—see Water Filter section.
WATER IN FIRST • Allow about 24 hours for water to cool to proper temperature after
GLASS IS WARM refrigerator is first installed.
(on some models)
• If water dispenser has not been used for a long time, 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.
WATER DISPENSER • Water supply line turned off or not connected.
DOES NOT WORK
• Supply line may be clogged with sediment.
(on some models)
• If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air
in the water system. Press the dispenser pad for at least two minutes to remove
trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system.
DIVIDER BETWEEN • Normal warmth is created by automatic energy saver system circulating warm
FRESH FOOD AND liquid around front edge of freezer compartment to help prevent condensation
FREEZER COMPART- on outside of refrigerator in hot, humid weather.
MENTS FEELS WARM
MOISTURE FORMS • Not unusual during periods of high humidity.
ON OUTSIDE OF
REFRIGERATOR
MOISTURE • Too frequent or too long door openings.
COLLECTS INSIDE
• In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.
WATER ON KITCHEN • The drain in the bottom of the refrigerator may be clogged. Remove any ice on
FLOOR OR ON the freezer bottom and clean the drain. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
BOTTOM OF FREEZER
• When using the dispenser use a glass no taller than six inches (15 cm) tall. A taller
glass 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.
REFRIGERATOR • Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
HAS ODOR
• Check for spoiled food.
• Interior needs cleaning. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
• Defrost water system needs cleaning.
• Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every 3 months.
INTERIOR LIGHT • No power at outlet.
DOES NOT WORK
• Light bulb needs replacing. See Care and Cleaning section.
If you need more help… In the United States call, toll free:
GE Answer Center
®
800.626.2000 consumer information service
In Canada: Manager Consumer Relations
2645 Skymark Ave., Mississauga (Ontario) Canada L4W 4H2
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