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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Models 11 and 12
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Ice Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Storage Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Reversing the Door Swing . . . 9–13
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . 14–16
Normal Operating
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: This refrigerator must be properly installed Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas; and located in accordance with the Installation clearances between the doors and between Instructions before it is us
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com WARNING! HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped This provides the best performance and also with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates prevents overloading house wiring circuits which with a stand
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About the control on the refrigerator. The temperature control on your refrigerator regulates the temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments. Initially set the control at COLD. Adjust the control one increment at a time, and allow 12 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you set. Control Settings The temperature control maintains the After changing the control, allow 12 hours for the refrigerator temperature in both the fresh food and freezer to
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About ice service. ge.com Ice Trays To release ice cubes, turn the tray upside For only one or two ice cubes, leave the tray down, hold it over a container and twist right-side up, twist both ends slightly and both ends. remove as many cubes as you want. Wash ice trays in lukewarm water only—do not put them in an automatic dishwasher. Icemaker Accessory Kit (Model 12 only) An icemaker acces
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Cleaning the Outside Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean Protect the paint finish. The finish on the cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid outside of the refrigerator is a high quality, dish detergent. Dry with a clean, soft cloth. baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust free for years. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax or wet towel. These may leave a residu
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Replacing the Light Bulb Moving the control to OFF does not remove power Insert the tabs at the bottom of the to the light circuit. light shield with the slots in the bulb housing. The bulb is located behind the shield next to the control. Rotate the shield up until the tabs at the top of the shield pop into place Unplug the refrigerator. in the bulb housing. Remove the screw. Repla
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Installation Refrigerator Models 11 and 12 Instructions If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: ge.com CLEARANCES BEFORE YOU BEGIN Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, Read these instructions completely and carefully. proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical • connections. IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. • Sides 1″ (2.5 cm) • Top 4″ (10.2 cm) • IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Back 3
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Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 2 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT Tape the door shut with masking tape. Using a putty knife with the edge covered with Remove the center hinge and shim by removing masking tape, remove the plug buttons. Be careful the screws (some models have lock washers with of the paint finish. each screw). Lift up the hinge to remove it. Reinstall the plug button on the right side by NOTE: Some models have a washer betw
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Installation Instructions 4 5 TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR TO THE LEFT HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.) To access the bottom hinge, move the refrigerator After removing the handle: Remove the plug buttons so it is 30″ from a wall. Then carefully tip the from the right edge of the door top and insert them refrigerator back until it rests against the wall. into the handle screw holes on the left side. CAUTION: Be sure that the coils on the back of the refrigerator do not rest against
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Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 6 8 TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR STOP TO THE LEFT STOP TO THE LEFT Remove the door stop from the bottom of the right Remove the door stop from the bottom of the right side of the door. Transfer the plug buttons from the side of the door. Transfer the plug buttons from the bottom left side to the right side. bottom left side to the right side. Install the door stop on the left side. Install the door stop on the left sid
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Installation Instructions 10 12 REHANG THE FRESH FOOD DOOR REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR Make sure the washer(s) are in place on the bottom Place the freezer door on the center hinge over hinge pin. Place the fresh food door on the bottom the pin. hinge, close the door and tape it in place with Raise the top hinge by hand and insert the top masking tape. hinge pin into the hole in the door. Then swing the door shut. 11 INSTALL CENTER HINGE ON THE LEFT 13 ALIGN THE DOORS Remove the three plug butto
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Normal operating sounds. Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal. HUMMM... WHOOSH... The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you may You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged it is operating. in, whe
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service… ge.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. •Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. operate Control in OFF position. •Move the control to a temperature setting. Refrigerato
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor •Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped. to refrigerator. •Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator; replace every three months. Interior needs cleaning. • See Care and cleaning. Defrost water pan needs • See Care and cleaning. cleaning. Moisture forms on Not unusual during periods •Wipe surface dry. outside of refrigerator of high humidity. M
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: Complete and mail After mailing the Read your Owner’s your Consumer registration below, Manual carefully. Product Ownership store this document It will help you Registration today. in a safe place. It operate your new Have the peace of contains inform
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here. ® or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service, Proof of the original purchase on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES date is needed to obtain service (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and
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