User Manual GE Profile PFE24HSLKSS 23.5 Cu. Ft. Energy Star French Door Refrigerator

• Owner's manual - (English)

Table of contents

• About the features.
• About the controls.
• Operating Instructions
• Care and cleaning
• Troubleshooting Tips

Owner’s Manual Bottom Freezer Refrigerators

About the features.

1.Space-saving ice maker (on some models)

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

2. LED lighting

LED lights in the fresh food compartment are located at the top center and on the left and right sides of climate zone pans. LED lights are also located in the freezer; see pages 12 and 13.

3. Full-width drawer

A full-width drawer that can accommodate larger items is located at the bottom of the fresh food compartment.

4. QuickSpace™ shelf (on some models)

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

5. Removable/adjustable door bins

Can be moved up or down to accommodate your needs.

6. Climate zone drawers

Separate pans for produce storage.

7. Water filter

Accessible for easy replacement.

1.Floating snack pan

Can be moved to different locations to best serve your needs.

2. LED lighting

LED light is located at the top of the fresh food compartment. LED lights are also located in the freezer; see pages 12 and 13.

3. Full-width shelves

Full-width shelves that can accommodate larger items

4. Full-width gallon door bins

Nonadjustable full-width door bins that will hold gallon containers.

5. Climate zone pans

Separate bins for produce storage.

6. Water filter (on some models)

Accessible for easy replacement.

7. Adjustable door bins

Can be moved up or down to accommodate your needs.

8. Icemaker (on some models)

Icemaker is located in the freezer on some models. Icemaker Kit IM-4D or IM-5A are available for models that are icemaker-ready.

About the controls.

1.Freezer Compartment Temperature Control

Adjust freezer compartment temperature. The freezer temperature is preset in the factory at the Colder position. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting.

2. Fresh Food Compartment Temperature Control

Adjust fresh food compartment temperature. The fresh food temperature is preset in the factory at the Colder position. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting.

NOTE: Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel.

1.Freezer Compartment Temperature Control

Adjust freezer compartment temperature. The freezer temperature is preset in the factory at 0°F. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting.

2. Fresh Food Compartment Temperature Control

Adjust fresh food compartment temperature. The fresh food temperature is preset in the factory at 37°F. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting.

3. Water Filter

Press and hold 3 seconds to reset the Water Filter.

4. Turbo Cool

To set the TurboCool™, press the Turbo Cool pad for 3 seconds. The display will show tc. TurboCool™ rapidly cools the refrigerator compartment in order to more quickly cool foods. Use TurboCool™ when adding a large amount of the 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 refrigerator has been without power for an extended period.

5. Door Alarm

To set the alarm, press the Door Alarm pad. This alarm will sound if either door is open for more than 2 minutes. The beeping stops when you close the door.

NOTE: To put the refrigerator control in the OFF position, simultaneously touch the words Freezer and Fridge for 3 seconds. Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel.

1.Freezer Compartment Temperature Control

Adjust freezer compartment temperature. The freezer temperature is preset in the factory at 0°F. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting.

2. Fresh Food Compartment Temperature Control

Adjust fresh food compartment temperature. The fresh food temperature is preset in the factory at 37°F. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended setting

3. Water Filter

Press and hold 3 seconds to reset the Water Filter

4. Turbo Cool

To set the TurboCool™, press the Alarm pad for 3 seconds. The display will show tc. TurboCool™ rapidly cools the refrigerator compartment in order to more quickly cool foods. Use TurboCool™ when adding a large amount of the 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 refrigerator has been without power for an extended period.

5. Alarm

Press the Alarm pad to toggle the door alarm between off and on. The alarm will sound if either door is left open for more than 2 minutes. The beeping stops when you close the door

6. Lock

Press and hold the Lock pad for 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all other controls. Press and hold to unlock the controls.

7. LED dispenser Light

Press the Light pad to turn your dispenser light on and off

NOTE: To put the refrigerator control in the OFF position, simultaneously touch the words Freezer and Fridge for 3 seconds. Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel.

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

Operating Instructions

About the dispenser. (on some models)

Water & Ice Dispenser (See About the controls)

Press the glass gently against the dispenser cradle.

The spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce water spotting, the shelf should be cleaned regularly.

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.

Door Ice Bin

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

Internal Water Dispenser (on some models)

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

To dispense water: Hold the glass against the recess. Push the water dispenser button. 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.

About the shelves and bins

Rearranging the Refrigerator Shelves

Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable.

To remove the shelves: Remove all items from the shelf. Tilt the shelf up at the front. Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out.
To replace the shelves: While tilting the shelf up, insert the top hook at the back of the shelf in a slot on the track. Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf locks into place.

Quick Space Shelf (on some models)

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.

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

Adjustable Door Bins (on some models) To remove: Lift the bin straight up; then pull out. To replace: Engage the bin in the molded supports on the door and push down to lock in place.	Non-Adjustable Gallon Door Bins (on some models) To remove: Lift the bin straight up; then pull out. To replace: Engage the bin in the molded supports on the door and push down to lock in place.

About the pans.

Climate Zone Pans

Keep fruits and vegetables organized in separate compartments for easy access. Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry. To remove pan: Slide the pan out to the stop position, lift the pan up and past the stop position and pull forward.

Full -Width Pan (on some models)

To remove pan: Pull the pan out to the stop position. Lift the front of the drawer up and out. To replace pan: Place back of the drawer in first and rotate drawer front down to seat it on the slides. Push the drawer in to the closed position.
How to Remove and Replace Drawer Divider To remove: Pull the drawer out to the stop position. Slide pan divider to right to release it from pan. To replace: Reverse steps 1 and 2 to replace drawer divider.

Floating Snack Pan (on some models)

This pan can be moved to the most useful location for your family’s needs. To remove, slide the pan out to the stop position, lift the pan up and past the stop position and lift it out.

Care and cleaning

Cleaning the Outside

The stainless steel panels, door handles and trim.

Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach, or other products containing chlorine on stainless steel.

Stainless steel can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. A spray-on stainless steel cleaner works best.

Silver-accented plastic parts.

Wash parts with soap or other mild detergents. Wipe clean with a sponge, damp cloth or paper towel.

Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish.

Should spill tray need cleaning use lime remover.

Cleaning the Inside

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

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with 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.

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.

When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t roll over the power cord or water 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.

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 (pages 6 and 7) 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 (pg. 14).

Upon returning from vacation:

1) Replace the water filter.

2) Run 2 gallons 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

Replacing the lights

There is LED lighting in the fresh food compartment at the top center and on the left and right sides above the climate zone pans on the french door models. LED lighting is located at the top of the fresh food compartment on the single door models.

LED lights are also located at the top of the left and right sides of the freezer in all models.

An authorized technician will need to replace the LED light.

If this assembly needs to be replaced, call GE Appliances Service at 1.800.432.2737 in the United States or 1.800.561.3344 in Canada.

Troubleshooting Tips

*Some models do not come equipped with the filter bypass plug. To obtain a free bypass plug, call 800-GECARES. In Canada call 800.561.3344.

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