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Refrigeradores
Owner’s Manual and Manuel d’utilisation Manual del propietario
Installation Instructions et d’installation e instalación
La section française commence à la page 23 La sección en español empieza
Models 20, 22, 25
en la página 42
Safety Information
Mesures de sécurité
Información de seguridad
Connect Electricity ................... 3
Comment vous débarrasser
Cables
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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 and Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed located in accordance with the Installation completely. Instructions before it is used. In refrigerators with automa
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GEAppliances.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 with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to m
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How to install features. (Not all features are on all models.) TOP FREEZER SHELF FILTER CARTRIDGE DAIRY COVER Make sure the shelf front locks into Remove Bypass Plug Install Filter Cartridge position. Top Freezer Shelf BOTTLE RETAINER FREEZER DOOR SHELF FRONTS Make sure that the shelf front locks into position. NOTE: On dispenser models, the longer shelf fronts go in the top two positions. ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS DOOR BIN SNUGGERS Door Shelf Front Door Shelf LOWER FIXED DOOR
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GEAppliances.com Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf (on some models) The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you to NOTE: Make sure you push the shelves all the reach items stored behind others. The special way back in before you close the door. edges are designed to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves. Spillproof Shelves (on some models) Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves. About the crispers and pans. (Not all features are on
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9 9 9 9 8 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 6 6 6 6 About the controls on the refrigerator. Your controls will look like one of the following: 5 5 9 IS COLDEST 0 IS OFF FREEZER FRESH FOOD REFRIGERATOR FREEZER 5 5 0 IS OFF 9 IS COLDEST 9 IS COLDEST 0 IS OFF NOTE: Turning the refrigerator to the 0 (off) setting via the controls does Startup Steps for Proper Temperature Control not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. Control settings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and operating conditi
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About the ice and water dispenser. (On some models.) GEAppliances.com To Use the Dispenser If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator Select or is first installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser arm for at Press the glass gently against the top of the least two minutes to remove trapped air from dispenser cradle. the water line and to fill the water system. To The spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce flush out impurit
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About the automatic icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12–24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic Icemaker (on some models) Icemaker When the refrigerator has been connected to Throw away the first few batches of ice to the water supply, slide the power switch to the allow the water line to clear. ON position. The icemaker will produce seven cubes The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to 15°F. When the bin fills to the level cubes in a 24-hour period, depending o
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The dispenser drip area, (on some models) beneath the The stainless steel door panels and handles. grille, should be wiped dry. Water left in this area may The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with a leave deposits. Remove the deposits by adding undiluted commercially available stainless steel cleaner or a vinegar to the well. Soak until the deposits disappear or similar product using a clean, soft cloth. Do not
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Installation Instructions Models 20, 22, 25 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com Questions? In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on BEFORE YOU BEGIN some models) Read these instructions completely and carefully. If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be • IMPORTANT Save these instructions for – connected to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit is local
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of tubing supplied in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are GE ™ kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10002, because the line is under pressure at all ti
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Installation Instructions 1 5 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE SHUT OFF MAIN WATER SUPPLY Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE 2 copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Choose a location for the valve that is easily Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a Tighten the compression nut securely. vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to con
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Installation Instructions 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) Some models have the refrigerator connection at Tubing 1/4 Clamp Compression the end of tubing located outside the compressor 1/4 Nut compartment access cover. On other models, Tubing the compressor compartment access cover must be removed in order to access the refrigerator connection at the water valve. Ferrule (sleeve) SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubin
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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 in, it is operat
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GEAppliances.com Problem Possible Causes What To Do Vibration or rattling Front rollers need adjusting. • See Rollers. Slight vibration is normal. Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely long periods or cycles is first plugged in. cool down. on and off frequently. Often occurs when large • This is normal. (Modern refrigerators amounts of food are with more storage placed in refrigerator. space and a larger freezer require more Do
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Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Water has poor taste/odor Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water in system is replenished. (on some models) used for a long time. Water in first glass is Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely warm (on some models) is first installed. cool down. Water dispenser has not been • Dispense water until all water in system is replenished. used for a long time. Water s
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CUSTOMER WARRANTY (for customers in Canada) Your refrigerator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship. What is covered How Long Warranted Parts Labour (From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace at Mabe’s Option Compressor GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE Profile: Five (5) Years GE and All Other GE and All Other GE and All Other Brands: One (1) Year Brands: One (1) Year Brands: One (1) Year Sealed System (including GE Profile: Five (5) Years
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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 Proof of the original purchase service, on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800. date is needed to obtain GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model service under the warranty. number available when calling for service. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE
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Performance Data Sheet ™ SmartWater Filtration System GE MWF Cartridge The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53. System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53 for the reduction of substances listed below. Capacity 300 Gallons (1,135 Liters). Contaminant R
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State of California Department of Public Health Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 05-1698 Date Issued: February 2,2010 Modified June 25, 2013 Trademark/Model Designation Replacement Elements GE MWF MWF PLWF Manufacturer: General Electric Company The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the H
