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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .2–4
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
Model 42, 48
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . .10
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . .12, 13
Drawers and Baskets . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Ice and Water Dispenser . . . . .10, 11 Profile Côte à Côte
Refrigerator Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Replacing the Light Bulbs . . . . . . .14
Réfrigérateurs
Shelves and Bins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Temperatu
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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 GEAppliances.com DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems Refrigerants of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, still dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few which under federal law must be removed prior days.” If you are getting rid of your old
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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 standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet could caus
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the temperature controls. GEAppliances.com ADJUST TEMPERATURE COLDER WARMER HOLD FOR REFRIGERATOR 37º F IS RECOMMENDED 3 SECS TO ACTIVATE COLDER WARMER LOCK FREEZER DISPLAY 0º F IS RECOMMENDED TEMP LIGHT ICE DISPENSER DOOR ALARM WATER CRUSHED CUBED QUICK ICE RESET FILTER HOLD 3 SECS The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F for the refrigerator compartment and 0°F f
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About the water filter. (on some models) Run water from the dispenser for Water Filter Cartridge 1 3 minutes (about 1 ⁄2 gallons) to clear The water filter cartridge is located in the the system and prevent sputtering. top grille compartment. Flip up the panel top grille to access the water filter. Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER button on the dispenser for 3 seconds. When to Replace the Filter NOTE: A newly-installed water filter There is a replacement indicator light for cartridge may
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the shelves and bins. GEAppliances.com Not all features are on all models. Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Bins All door bins, except for the deep gallon Do not block door bin and freezer bins, are adjustable CAUTION: Make and can be moved up and down to meet sure that items do Snugger your storage needs. The deep gallon door not block or fall into bin and the freezer bins can
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About the refrigerator doors. Refrigerator Doors The refrigerator doors may feel different The resistance you feel at the stop than the ones you are used to. The special position will be reduced as the door door opening/closing feature makes sure is loaded with food. the doors close all the way and are securely sealed. When opening and closing the door, you will notice a stop position. When the door is at the 90° stop position, it will automatically close. When the door is at 90° open, it wi
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the drawers and baskets. GEAppliances.com Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Drawers Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be wiped dry. Adjustable Humidity Drawers Slide the control all the way to the HI setting Slide the control all the way to the LO to provide high humidity recommended for setting to provide lower humidity levels
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About the ice and water dispenser and automatic icemaker. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Beverages and foods should not be Ice Storage Bin Access Door quick-chilled in the ice storage bin. Ice Storage Bin To remove: Cans, bottles or food packages in the Lift up the access door to reach the storage bin may cause the icemaker icemaker. Set the icemaker power switch or auger to jam. to the O (off) position. With the access To keep dispensed ice fr
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the ice and water dispenser. GEAppliances.com To Use the Dispenser Select CUBED , CRUSHED Quick Ice or WATER . When you need ice Press the glass gently against the middle in a hurry, press this QUICK ICE of the dispenser pad. button to speed up ice production. This will The spill shelf is not self-draining. increase ice production To reduce water spotting, t
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Cleaning the Outside Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled The spill shelf and the area beneath it should be cleaned periodically with a mild liquid dish dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue that can damage the finish. Do not detergent. use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, Dispenser drip area. Dispenser pad. Before cleaning, lock bleach or cleaners containing bleach the dispenser by pressing the LOCK/LIGHT because these products can scr
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove If the temperature can drop below freezing, food and unplug the refrigerator. Clean the have a qualified servicer drain the water interior with a baking soda solution of one supply system to prevent serious property tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one damage due to flooding. quart (1 liter) of water. Leave t
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Replacing the light bulbs. Setting the controls to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit. Refrigerator Compartment—Upper Light Raise the grille panel, set the master Replace the bulbs with appliance bulbs power switch to the O (off) position and of the same or lower wattage. Replace allow lamps to cool. the shield by engaging the bottom tab into the slot and applying light forward To remove the light shield, press on the pressure until the shield snaps in place. sides of the shield and
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Built-In Side-By-Side Installation Refrigerators PSB42LGRWV, PSB42LGRBV, PSB42LSRBV, Instructions PSB48LGRWV, PSB48LGRBV, PSB48LSRBV If you have questions, call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our website at: www.GEAppliances.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN CAUTION: Read these instructions completely Due to the weight and size of this refrigerator, and carefully. and to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the product, A MINIMUM OF 4 • IMPORTANT — Observe all PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO BRING
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Installation Instructions HARDWARE SUPPLIED • Water filter bypass plug • Anti-Tip brackets Anti-Tip Brackets Water Filter Bypass Plug MATERIALS REQUIRED • 36″ long, 2″ x 4″ wood block for Anti-Tip bracket installation • #12 or #14 wood screws for Anti-Tip bracket 36″ Wood Block 1/4″ O.D. Copper Water Line • Screws to secure refrigerator to cabinets Tubing or GE SmartConnect™ • 1/4″ O.D. copper water line tubing or GE Refrigerator Tubing Kit ™ SmartConnect refrigerator tubing kits • Water shutof
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Installation Instructions THE INSTALLATION SPACE DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES 25-3/8" Case Depth *Shipping height 3" **Case Width The front height *Finished Width may be adjusted from 83-1/2" to 84-1/2" 7" by adjusting front and rear leveling legs a 7" maximum of 1". Electrical 84 1/2" max *84" From *81-3/4" Area 83 1/2" min Floor to at Rear 74" Finished Top Frame From Floor Opening to Bottom 24" of Electrical 5" 5" Water Supply 3 1/2" 42" Frame-to-Frame for 42" Models 48" Frame-to-Frame for 48"
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Installation Instructions Refrigerator 23-7/8" From Rear of Refrigerator 1" 2" 3" Case 3/4" 1-3/4" 2-3/4" Trim 1/2" 1-1/2" 2-1/2" 1/4" 1-1/4" 2-1/4" 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 3/4" Custom Panel (Nominal Size) Fresh Food Door 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 1" Backer Panel Top View 130° Door Swing (factory setting) Scale 1:1 18
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Installation Instructions Refrigerator Case Trim 23-7/8" From Rear of Refrigerator 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/4" 1-1/2" Fresh Food Door Backer Panel 1/4" 3/4" Custom Panel (Nominal Size) Top View 1/2" 90° Door Swing (optional setting) 3/4" Scale 1:1 1" 19
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Installation Instructions 3/4″ Framed Custom Panels CUSTOMIZATION BASICS: 3/4″ framed custom panels are secured Stainless Steel Wrapped Models to a 1/4″ finished backer panel. They are designed to slide into the factory installed 42″ wide model—PSB42LSRBV trim, no kits required. The backer panel 48″ wide model—PSB48LSRBV will be exposed on the handle side and Stainless Steel Wrapped Refrigerators therefore must be finished. Stainless Steel wrapped refrigerators have wrapped doors and grille p