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Top-Freezer Refrigerators

Owner’s Manual 

and Installation 

Instructions

Contents

Safety Information

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Using the Refrigerator

Temperature Control   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .5

Garage Operation    .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .5

Sabbath Mode   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .5

Fresh Food Compartment Shelves   .  .  .6

Freezer Compartment Shelves    .  .  .  .  .  .6

Storage Drawers    .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .7

Automatic Icemaker   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .8

Care And Cleaning

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Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install the Refrigerator  .  .10 

Water Line Installation   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .11

Installing the Door Handle   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .14

Reversing the Door Swing   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .15

Troubleshooting Tips

Normal Operating Sounds   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .20

Limited Warranty

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Consumer Support

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For All Model Sizes Beginning with XRS or XRE

49-1000502  Rev . 0   03-20   GEA

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # _______________________________

Serial # _______________________________

Find these numbers on a label on the left side, near 

the middle of the refrigerator compartment .

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Summary of Contents for XRE

Page 1: ...rsing the Door Swing 15 Troubleshooting Tips Normal Operating Sounds 20 Limited Warranty 21 Consumer Support 22 For All Model Sizes Beginning with XRS or XRE 49 1000502 Rev 0 03 20 GEA Write the model and serial numbers here Model ________________________________ Serial ________________________________ Find these numbers on a label on the left side near the middle of the refrigerator compartment E...

Page 2: ...ARRANTY CROSLEY S EXTENDED LIMITED WARRANTY Refrigerator or Freezer Compressor 1 Year 10 Years Including 1 year Manufacturer s Coverage Top Load Washer Gearcase Transmission 1 Year Front Load Washer Motor 1 Year Compact Washer Motor 1 Year Washer Dryer Stack Unit Motor Heating Element 1 Year Dishwasher Motor 1 Year Gas Electric Dryer Motor Heating Element 1 Year Electric Range Bake Broil Surface E...

Page 3: ...dren and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use and understand the hazards involved This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops offices and other working environments farm houses...

Page 4: ...al with an authorized service part from the manufacturer When moving the refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove the ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or elec...

Page 5: ...ight switch When you release the light switch the light will turn off and the product is in Sabbath mode To exit Sabbath mode enter the same control knob light switch sequence used to enter Sabbath mode If Sabbath mode is not exited manually it will end automatically after 96 hours If power is disconnected from the product while it is in Sabbath mode it will remain in Sabbath mode after power is r...

Page 6: ...empered glass shelf or two steel wire stationary shelves These shelves can be moved to another place in the fresh food compartment When placed correctly on the shelf supports the shelf will stop before coming completely out of the refrigerator and will not tilt when you place food on it or remove food from it Pull glass shelves forward so the glass rests evenly on side rails For unites with glass ...

Page 7: ...he glass cover before you take out the drawer frame Lift the frame off the supports at each side and back pull it forward tilt it and take it out To replace 1 Lower the frame until it rests on the supports at each side and back 2 Replace the glass cover pushing its front edge firmly into the front frame channel and gently lowering the back into place 3 Replace the drawers Storage Drawers Not all f...

Page 8: ...es Once the ice maker starts to make ice it may take up to 48 hours to fill the bin depending on the temperature settings and number of door openings You will hear a buzzing sound each time the ice maker fills with water NOTICE 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 ...

Page 9: ...ure changes or impact such as bumping or dropping Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher Moving 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 Turn the leveling legs...

Page 10: ...e to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer Note to Consumer Keep these instructions for future reference Skill level Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills Completion time Refrigerator Installation 15 minutes Reversing the Door Swing 15 minutes Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer Product failure due to improper installation ...

Page 11: ...ck of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe Then add 6 1 8 m Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing about 6 1 8 m coiled into 2 turns of about 10 25 cm diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation WHAT YOU WILL NEED Cont SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available in the following lengths 8 2 4 m WX08X10006 15 4 6 m WX08X10015 25 7 6 m WX08X10025 Be...

Page 12: ...ith a wrench Overtightening may cause leaks NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult with your licensed plumber 3 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Drill a 1 4 hole in the water pipe even if using a self piercing valve using a sharp bit Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the...

Page 13: ...ing kit the nuts are already assembled to the tubing Insert the end of the tubing into the water valve connection as far as possible While holding the tubing tighten the fitting For plastic tubing from a SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kit insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten compression nut until it is hand tight then tighten one additional turn with a wrench Ov...

Page 14: ...er and fresh food doors The fasteners correspond with the handle side the side opposite the hinge 1B STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE Attach plastic bushing to the door with the screw on both freezer and fresh food doors The fasteners correspond with the handle side the side opposite the hinge 2 HANDLE INSTALLATION 1 Attach handle to freezer door by sliding handle up onto plastic bushing or fastener with th...

Page 15: ...or swing Read the instructions all the way through before starting Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint Set screws down by their related parts to avoid losing them Provide a non scratching work surface for the doors IMPORTANT Once you begin do not move the cabinet until door swing reversal is completed These instructions are for changing the hinges from the right side to the left side ...

Page 16: ... the edge of the case for correct installation 4 2 Remove the three screws holding the center hinge to the cabinet 4 3 Transfer the three screws from the opposite side of the cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the center hinge removal 4 4 Reattach the center hinge with all three screws on the left side of the cabinet NOTE The center hinge must be turned over as shown when mounted on the left si...

Page 17: ...ing Stainless Steel Handle 5 3 Change places between the handle fastener or plastic bushing and plug button on door front 5 4 Move the plug buttons on top and front of the door to fill the now vacant holes 5 5 Transfer the door stop on the bottom of the door 5 6 Attach handle to fresh food door by sliding handle down onto fastener Plastic Handle or plastic bushing Stainless Steel handle and with s...

Page 18: ... of the hinge pin 6 RE HANGING THE DOORS CO 6 2 Re hang the freezer door 6 2 1 Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin Be sure the washer is in place on the pin 6 2 2 Tilt the door towards the cabinet lifting the top hinge so the pin fits into the socket on the top of the door 6 2 3 Make sure the door is slightly above the top of the cabinet and the gap between the doors is even across th...

Page 19: ... or popping sounds when the refrigerator is first plugged in This happens as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when attempting to restart this could take up to 5 minutes Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound On models with an ice maker after an ice making cycle ...

Page 20: ...always required for installation MYTH Doors should only be removed when necessary to prevent damage from passage way or access to final location If doors are removed please review Reversing the Door Swing section for re hang procedure There is an adjustment to rear wheels MYTH Front leveling legs are adjustable and should be used to balance the refrigerator Leveling legs are used to make initial f...

Page 21: ...our GE Appliances Factory Service Centers or an authorized service technician To schedule service call Crosley at 800 544 4780 Please have your serial number and your model number available when calling for service Crosley Corporation Refrigerator Limited Warranty EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warra...

Page 22: ...oor Call 800 544 4780 during normal business hours to schedule service CROSLEYCARE 10 Year Limited Warranty When you buy a Crosley appliance you receive one of the best warranties available in the appliance industry For more information visit Crosley com warranty Visit Crosley com mycrosley to register the extended limited warranty Parts and Accessories Individuals qualified to service their own a...

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