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Refrigerators
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Réfrigérateurs
Refrigerators Refrigeradores
Manuel d’utilisation Manual del propietario
Owner’s Manual and
et d’installation e instalación
Installation Instructions
La sección en español empieza en la página 42
La section française commence à la page 23
Models 20, 22, 25
Safety Information Mesures de sécurité
Información de seguridad
Connect Electricity . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Comment vous débarrasser
Cables de extensión
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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 In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, and located in accordance with the Installation avoid contact with the moving parts of the Instructions before it is u
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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 with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
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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 ƒ ADJUSTABLE two positions. DOOR BINS DOOR BIN SNUGGERS Door Shelf Front Door Shelf ≈ LOWER FIXED DOOR BINS
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.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 way back in before you close the door. special 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 s
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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 FREEZER REFRIGERATOR 5 5 0 IS OFF 9 IS COLDEST 9 IS COLDEST 0 IS OFF Startup Steps for Proper Temperature Control STEP 1—Set Fresh Food Control on “5.” STEP 2—Set Freezer Control on “5.” STEP 3—WAIT 12 HOURS for temperature to stabilize. STEP 4—If a change is needed, move the control one number at a time and allow 12 hours for te
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the water filter cartridge. (On some models.) ge.com Line up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge Water Filter Cartridge holder. Place the top of the new cartridge up inside the The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right holder. Do not push it up into the holder. corner of the refrigerator compartment. Slowly turn it to the right When to Replace the Filter o
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About the automatic icemaker. It is normal for several cubes to be joined together. Icemaker Accessory Kit If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will If your refrigerator did not come already become cloudy, taste stale, and shrink. equipped with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is available at extra cost. NOTE: In homes with lower-than-average water pressure, Check the back of the refrigerator for the specific you may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when icemaker k
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. ge.com Cleaning the Outside The dispenser drip area, (on some models) The door handles and trim. Clean with a beneath the grille, should be wiped dry. Water cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry left in this area may leave deposits. Remove with a soft cloth. the deposits by adding undiluted vinegar to Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean the wel
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Installation Instructions Models 20, 22, 25 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com Questions? In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER BEFORE YOU BEGIN (on some models) Read these instructions completely and carefully. If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be • IMPORTANT Save these – connected to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit instructions for local inspector’s use. is av
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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 supplied in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are ™ kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10002, because the line is under pressure at all times. Cert
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Installation Instructions 1 5 SHUT OFF MAIN WATER SUPPLY CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for 2 copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE 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 connect For
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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 1/4″ Tubing 1/4″ the end of tubing located outside the compressor Compression Clamp Tubing compartment access cover. On other models, the Nut compressor compartment access cover must be removed in order to access the refrigerator connection at the water valve. Ferrule (sleeve) SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Connection O
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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 ge.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
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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 system has been d
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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 GE Profile: F
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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 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 model number under the warranty. available when calling for service. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE
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Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System MWF Cartridge This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42/53 for reduction of the substances listed below. 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 42/53.* (100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage) Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects Parameter USEPA Influent Influen
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