User Manual GE PFE29PSDCSS - 28.6 Cu. Ft. French-Door Refri

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Owner's manual - (English, French)

Table of contents

About the features
About the controls with temperature settings.
About the fresh food storage options.
About the automatic ice maker
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator
Replacing the lights
Installation Instructions
Before you call for service…

User manual Refrigerator

About the features

Space-saving ice maker* Ice maker and bin are located on the door creating more usable storage space.
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.
Drop-down tray* Allows for extra door storage when you need it and tucks away when you don’t.
Full-width temperature controlled drawer (on some models) Adjustable temperature control bin that can accommodate larger items.
Dairy bin Separate compartment for your items
Dual ice maker/utility bin (on some models) An ice maker in both compartments gives you more ice whenever you need it or a utility bin designed for flexible storage.
QuickSpace™ shelf Functions as a normal full-sized shelf when needed and easily slides back to store tall items below.
Spillproof shelves Designed to capture your spills for easier clean up.
Removable condiment bin Separate bin designed for easy removal and storage.
Removable door bin Can be removed for those with a wall limiting the door opening.
Climate zone bin Separate bins for produce storage.
In-the-door filter* Located in the door for more available space in the fresh-food section and easy replacement.
Water filter* Filters water & Ice

1. 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.

2. Drop down dairy bin*

Open right fresh food
Depress both buttons on lower sides and bin will drop down.
Reverse to reinstall.

3. Door ice/water filter

Remove filter/bypass plug

Push the indent on the cover and open filter door. Pull up on filter/bypass plug and pull straight out to remove.

Installing the filter cartridge

Push the indent at the bottom of the cover and open. Lift door and align tabs on filter to filter/holder and push filter into place.

Filter cover is designed to be reinstalled if accidently removed

About the controls with temperature settings.

PFE29,PYE23P Control Style A, LCD External Control

PFE27, PYE23K Control Style B, LCD External Control

GFE29, GFE27, DFE29 Control Style C, External 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.

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.

Changing the Temperature for Control Style A

To Change the Refrigerator Temperature:

Access By: Temperature Button
Activate By: Below the word “Refrigerator”, use the arrows to select the desired temperature. Press DONE when finished to return to HOME screen.

To Change the Freezer Temperature:

Access By: Temperature Button
Activate By: Below the word “Freezer”, use the arrows to select the desired temperature.
Press DONE when finished to return to HOME screen.
To turn OFF cooling system, access SETTINGS from the HOME screen. Page over and tap COOLING SYSTEM ON. Press DONE to return to HOME screen.
To turn ON cooling system, access SETTINGS from the HOME screen. Page over and tap COOLING SYSTEM OFF. Press DONE to return to HOME screen.
Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to refrigerator, but it does not shut off the electrical power.

Changing the Temperature for Control Style B

To change the temperature, press and release the pad. The ACTUAL TEMP light will come on and the display will show the actual temperature. To change the temperature, tap either the pad until the desired temperature is displayed.

To turn OFF cooling system, press and hold the Freezer pads simultaneously for 3 seconds. When the cooling system is OFF the display should read 0 FF.

To turn ON cooling system, press either pad. The display will show ON and then the actual temperature for the refrigerator and the freezer. 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 Style C

To turn OFF cooling system, press and hold the Freezer pads simultaneously for 3 seconds. When the cooling system is OFF the display should read OFF.

To turn ON cooling system, press either pad. The display will show the preset temperature settings of 37°F for refrigerator and 0°F for freezer. Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to 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 the cooling system is OFF the display should read OFF.

To turn ON cooling system, press either REFRIGERATOR or FREEZER pad. The display will show the preset temperature settings of 37°F for refrigerator and 0°F 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 fresh food air tower and thus blocking the air flow.

Control Style A, External Controls PFE29, PYE23P

Control Style B, External Controls PFE27, PYE23K

Hands-free Autofill* Hands-free Autofill uses sensors to monitor container height to automatically dispense filtered water without having to activate the paddle.
PreciseFill setting* Precisely dispenses filtered water in accurate measurements in ounces, cups, quarts, or liters using paddle.
Refrigerator temp control Adjust freezer compartment temperature.
Fresh food temp control Adjust fresh food compartment temperature.
TurboFreeze™ setting Activate TurboFreeze to quickly restore freezer temperatures after frequent door openings.
TurboCool™ setting Activate TurboCool to quickly restore fresh food temperature after frequent door openings.
Lock controls Press and hold 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all feature and temperature buttons.
LED dispenser light LED lighting that can be turned on/off to light your dispenser
Door Alarm Sounds to alert when the freezer or fresh food doors have been left open.
Reset filter Press and hold for 3 seconds after replacing the filter.
Photo upload* Insert USB memory stick to upload personal photos to the refrigerator LCD screen. LCD will provide on screen prompts to load and view slideshow. Make sure the photos are in the root directory in your USB.
Additional settings.

Control Style C, External Controls GFE29, GFE27, DFE29

Controls Style D, Internal Controls GNE26, PWE23

Door Alarm Sounds to alert when the freezer or fresh food doors have been left open.
Reset Filter Hold for 3 seconds after replacing filter.
Lock Controls Press and hold 3 seconds to lock out ice and water dispenser and all feature and temperature buttons.
LED dispenser light LED lighting that can be turned on/off to light your dispenser
Freezer temp control Adjust freezer compartment temperature
Refrigerator temp control Adjust fresh food compartment temperature
Dual ice maker control* Turn your ice makers on/off
TurboCool™ setting Activate TurboCool to quickly restore refrigerator temperature after frequent door openings.
Ice maker setting Turn your ice makers on/off

To Use the Internal Water Dispenser*

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.

To Use HANDS FREE AUTO FILL:

Center container on Recess Dispenser Tray (not touching bottom sensors) and remove hand from container
Press AUTO FILL

To Stop AUTO FILL

Press CANCEL, to resume filling press AUTO FILL.

Important Facts about AUTO FILL

For optimum results, use a uniform container between 4-8” tall and 2-6” wide. Container should be as tall as the bottom sensors.
Container shape, fill level and functionality may vary on containers taller than 8”.
Container volumes may vary, if error message “Container Not Found” is given, try a different container.
AUTO FILL will time out.
Handles and garnishes on the rim of the container my cause overfilling or variation in fill volumes.
Splashing may occur depending on the location of the container, water flow rate, container shape, and ice cubes.
Keep sensors clean with a clean damp cloth, and do not spray liquid or cleaners directly on sensors
AUTO FILL works best with household water pressure of 60 to 100 psi.

About the fresh food storage options.

Rearranging the Shelves

Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable.

To remove:

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:

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.

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 shelves).

NOTE: The location of the upper Quick Space Shelf is not adjustable.

About the automatic ice maker

A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.

Automatic Ice Maker*

The ice maker will produce seven cubes per cycle approximately 100–130 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions.

The ice maker will fill with water when it cools to 15°F (–10°C). A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.

If the refrigerator is operated before the water line connection is made to the unit or if the water supply to an operating refrigerator is turned off, make sure that the ice maker is turned off. Once the water has been connected to the refrigerator, the ice maker may be turned on. See the table below for details.

You may hear a buzzing sound each time the ice maker fills with water.

Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear

Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm.

When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the ice maker will stop producing ice. It is normal for several cubes to be joined together.

If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.

NOTE: In homes with lower-than-average water pressure, you may hear the ice maker cycle multiple times when making one batch of ice.

How to Turn the Ice Maker On/Off

Ice Bucket and Dispenser*

Open the ice box door on inside of the left door.
Pull up and out on on the ice bucket in the left hand door to remove it from the compartment .
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.

Extra Ice Storage*

There is additional ice storage in the freezer compartment drawer.

Open the freezer drawer.
The ice bucket is located on the left side below the mullion.
Pull the ice bucket forward.

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator

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 (on some models) 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

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.

This both cleans and neutralizes odors.

Rinse and wipe dry

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.

LCD Models: turn refrigerator off at control (pg 7).

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 (pg. 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. 18).

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

Installation Instructions

1. REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE

Handle Design varies based on models, however Installation is same.

Stainless steel and plastic handles: Loosen the set screws with the 1/8” Allen wrench and remove the handle

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed, use a 1/4” Allen wrench.

2. REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

Handle Design varies based on models, however Installation is same.

Stainless steel and plastic handles:

Loosen the set screws with the 1/8” Allen wrench and remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed, use a 1/4” Allen wrench.

Reinstall the handles using the same procedure as removing.

3. REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS

A Securely tape the door shut with masking tape or have a second person support the door.

B Start with left-hand door first: Remove the hinge cover on top of the left refrigerator door by removing all hex screws and pulling it up. Do the same for the right-hand door and the middle cover.

C Disconnect both electrical connectors at the top cover.

Remove the 1/4” hex head screw to disconnect the ground wire from the hinge. Remove the 1/4” hex head screw to remove the strain relief from the water line.

D Disconnect the water line from the back of the unit by pressing down on the dark grey collar while pulling up on the water line. Pull water line through case conduit from the top to free the line for door removal. The water line is more than 4’ long and may need to be taped to Door for accessibility when reinstalling.

E Using a 3/8” socket ratchet/driver, remove the screws securing the top hinge to the cabinet, then lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the location in the top of the door.

Note: when removing door, to prevent damage to door and electronics, carefully place the door in a proper location.

Note: The lower door hinge pin and hinge are keyed and must be matched correctly for the door to self close properly. Please follow the directions carefully.

F Remove the tape and keeping the door as straight as possible, open the door to 90º then lift straight up to remove it.

4 REMOVE OPPOSITE DOOR

Follow the same procedure on the opposite door. There are no wires or water lines on the opposite side.

REMOVE CENTER HINGE (if necessary)

Remove the 3/8ļscrews securing the center hinge to the cabinet.

Use T20 driver to remove outboard screw.

5. REINSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS

Reverse steps 1 through 4 to reinstall refrigerator, follow details below for critical alignments.

A Reinstall center hinge first and torque the screws to 65 in-lbs. With the LH door at 90º to the front of the case, lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge. Ensure that the door and hinge align correctly.

B Rotate doors closed and make sure moveable center sealing portion of the door aligns with the striker. If the door will not self-close after reinstalling, remove door, turn door upside down, check alignment mark and arrow; (there is an alignment mark on the door closure mechanism It corresponds to an alignment arrow on the plastic ring. Rotate door closure mechanism to align mark and arrow, reinstall door)

Securely tape the door shut with masking tape or have a second person support the door. Reinstall the top hinge and torque the screws to 65 in-lbs.

C Be sure to reinstall the ground wire and strain relief to the top hinge.

D Reinstall hinge cover. NOTE: Ensure wires are not pinched or under screw bosses before tightening screws.

6. REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

A Pull the freezer door open to full extension.

B Remove 3 attachment screws, located at the bottom on each side of the freezer door using 3/8” hex socket driver

C Lift the freezer door to disengage it from the slide mechanism

The door can safely rest on the bottom. Do not rest the door on any other surfaces to avoid scratches.

Push the slide mechanism back completely until it self retracts.

7. REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR

A Pull the slide Mechanism to full extension using both hands simultaneously.

B Remove the basket resting on the slides.

C Lift the freezer door and place it on the slide mechanism

D Replace the attachment screws and torque the screws to 65 in-lb

E For adjusting freezer door gaps, follow the instructions on pg 27.

F Replace the basket

8. LEVEL THE FREEZER DOOR

A Locate the height adjuster cam in the freezer door. Slightly loosen the three door attachment screws on both sides using a 3/8” hex socket driver.

B Locate and loosen the cam screw using the T-27 screw driver.

A Lift the door on the side requiring adjustment, rotate the cam to required position.

0 - Initial position
1 - Lift by 0.050”
-1 - Lower by 0.050”

See other models: ASV06LKS1 GNS22EGEBFWW JBP67SH1SS WCVH6800J2BB AJCS12DCM1
-2 - Lower by 0.100
-3 - Lower by 0.150”

B After adjustment tighten the 3 attachment screws using to 65 in-lb.

10. REMOVE PACKAGING

A) Remove all tape, foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers.

11. CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE

A cold water supply is required for automatic ice maker operation. If there is not a cold water supply, you will need to provide one. See Installing the Water Line section.

NOTES:

Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.
If your refrigerator does not have a water filter, we recommend installing one if your 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 refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.
Before connecting the water line to the house, purge the house line for at least 2 minutes.

A If you are using copper tubing, place a compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. If you are using the GE SmartConnect™ tubing, the nuts are already assembled to the tubing.

B If you are using copper tubing, insert the end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, as far as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. If you are using GE SmartConnect™ tubing, insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten the compression nut until it is hand tight. Then tighten one additional turn with a wrench. Over tightening may cause leaks.

C Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to hold it in position. You may need to pry open the clamp

12. TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

Turn the water on at the shutoff valve (house water supply) and check for any leaks.

13. PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

See the grounding information attached to the power cord.

14. LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

The leveling legs have 2 purposes:

1) Leveling legs adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble.

2) Leveling legs serve as a stabilizing brake to hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning. The leveling legs also prevent the refrigerator from tipping.

A Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.

NOTICE: To avoid possible property damage, the leveling legs must be firmly touching the floor.

15. LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS

Remember a level refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on leveling the refrigerator.

A If you open the freezer door, you can see the center hinge.

B Insert 1/4” Allen wrench into the shaft of the center hinge.

C Adjust the height by turning clockwise or counterclockwise. When you turn counterclockwise, the door will move up.

Before you call for service…

Water filter indicator light remains lit after replacing filter

Water filter indicator must be reset

Non-LCD models:

Press and hold reset button.

LCD models:

On the LCD screen select SETTINGS, then WATER FILTER. Select RESET.

Water filter indicator light is not lit

This is normal. This indicator will turn on to tell you that you need to replace the filter soon.

See About the Water Filter for more information.

Handle is loose/handle has a gap.

Handle needs adjusting

See Attach Fresh Food Handle and Attach the Freezer Handle sections for detailed instructions.

Refrigerator beeping

This is door alarm

Turn off or disable with door closed

If door open and alarm is sounding, you can only snooze the alarm

Not cooling

The cooling system is off

See About Controls.

Water has poor taste/odor*

Water dispenser has not been used for a long time

Dispense water, until all water in system is replenished.

Water in glass is warm*

Normal when refrigerator is first installed

Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down.

Water dispenser has not been used for a long time

Dispense water, until all water in system is replenished

Water system has drained

Allow several hours for replenished supply to chill

Water dispenser does not work

Water supply line turned off or not connected

See Installing the Water Line

Water filter clogged or filter/bypass plug not installed

Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install bypass plug

Air may be trapped in the water system

Press the dispenser arm for at least 5 minutes.

Water in reservoir is frozen because the controls are set too cold

Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting and wait 24 hours. If the water does not dispense after 24 hours, call for service

Water spurting from dispenser*

Newly installed filter cartridge

Run water from the dispenser for 5 minutes (about 2 gallons)

No water or ice cube production*

Supply line or shutoff valve is clogge

Call a plumber

Water filter is clogged

Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install bypass plug

Filter cartridge not properly installed

Remove and reinstall filter cartridge, being certain that it locks in place.

Ice maker is turned off

Check that the ice maker is turned on. See About the Automatic Ice Maker.

Water is leaking from dispenser*

Air may be present in the water line system, causing water to drip after being dispensed

Dispense water for at least 5 minutes to remove air from system

Photos not found*

Photos not in root directory of USB
Photos not in JPEG format Camera/PC used with USB cord

Make sure the photos are in the root directory in your USB

Photos must be in JPEG format Must use a USB drive

AUTO FILL under fill/no fill*

Not all containers work with AUTO FILL

Try different container

Container not found
Unstable container
Misaligned container

See pg. 11

AUTO FILL overfills*

Not all containers work with AUTO FILL