GE 15 Series Owner'S Manual And Installation Instructions Download

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162D3905P010

49-60213 07-02 JR

Safety Instructions

Adapter Plugs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting Electricity  . . . . . . . . . 4
Extension Cords  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Proper Disposal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Precautions  . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker  . . . . . . . . . .11
Care and Cleaning  . . . . . . . . 12, 13
Shelves  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Storage Drawers . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 10
Temperature Controls  . . . . . . . . . .7

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Reversing the Door Swing  . . 19–24
Water Line Installation  . . . . . 15–19

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call For Service . .26, 27
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . .25

Customer Service

Consumer Support . . . . Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . . . 29, 30
Warranty for
Canadian Customers . . . . . . . . . 28
Warranty for U.S. Customers . . . 31

Write the model and serial
numbers here:

Model # __________________

Serial #

__________________

You can find them on a label on
the upper left side of the fresh food
compartment.

Models
15, 16, 17, 18

Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

Summary of Contents for 15 Series

Page 1: ...aring to Install the Refrigerator 14 Reversing the Door Swing 19 24 Water Line Installation 15 19 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 26 27 Normal Operating Sounds 25 Customer Service Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 29 30 Warranty for Canadian Customers 28 Warranty for U S Customers 31 Write the model and serial numbers here Model __________________ Serial ___________...

Page 2: ...ue vous devez faire DANGER RISQUES POUR LES ENFANTS PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator...

Page 3: ...n foods which have thawed completely MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES LISEZ D ABORD TOUTES LES DIRECTIVES AVERTISSEMENT N utilisez cet électroménager que pour l usage auquel il est destiné comme expliqué dans le présent manuel MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ Lorsque vous utilisez un appareil électrique observez toujours les mesures de sécurité de base y compris les suivantes Installez le réfrigérateur conformé...

Page 4: ...n cas la troisième broche mise à la terre de la fiche du cordon d alimentation Pour votre sécurité cet appareil doit être correctement mis à la terre Le cordon d alimentation de cet appareil est muni d une fiche à 3 broches mise à la terre qui se branche dans une prise murale ordinaire à 3 alvéoles mise à la terre pour réduire au minimum les risques de chocs électriques Faites examiner la prise de...

Page 5: ...mologué UL aux États Unis ou certifié CSA au Canada pourvu d une fiche et d une prise mises à la terre de 15 ampères minimum et de 120 volts USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed in the United States or ...

Page 6: ... terre de l appareil Il faut que la vis soit en métal non isolée et que la prise de courant soit mise à la terre par l entremise du câblage de la résidence Faites vérifier le circuit par un électricien qualifié pour vous assurer que la prise est adéquatement mise à la terre VEUILLEZ LIRE ET SUIVRE ATTENTIVEMENT CES MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ CONSERVEZ CES DIRECTIVES USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS Adapter plugs not...

Page 7: ...ne settings plus 0 1 is the warmest 9 is the coldest At first set the dial at 5 After using the refrigerator adjust the dial if necessary Insert a coin into the slot in the middle of the dial and you can turn the dial to the setting that s best suited to your needs Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to get cold Turning the dial to 0 stops cooling in both compartments fresh food and freezer It doe...

Page 8: ... pull forward To remove a full width shelf when the fresh food compartment door cannot be opened fully lift the rear of the shelf pull forward and down tilt the shelf and take it out Half Width Shelves One end of the shelf rests on a molded side wall support a bracket on the other end hooks into a track on the rear cabinet wall To remove lift the shelf up at front then off the support and out of t...

Page 9: ...ft left side of shelf slightly Move shelf to the left to free its right ends from holes in the cabinet wall Lower right side of shelf move shelf to the right and take it out To replace the step shelf With shelf tilted as shown fit left ends of shelf into holes in cabinet wall Lift left side of shelf slightly swing shelf up fit right ends of shelf into holes in cabinet wall and lower shelf into pla...

Page 10: ... far as it will come Tilt it and take it out Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause it to break Remove the drawer frame Always remove the 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 Lower the frame until it rests on the suppo...

Page 11: ...er arm to the ON down position On power switch models the green light will come on You will hear a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with water The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to 15 F A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear Be sure nothing interferes with the s...

Page 12: ...r gaskets apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves on some models with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to break Handle glass shelves carefully Bumping tempered glass can cause it to shatter Éviter de nettoyer les tablettes en ve...

Page 13: ... turn the legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator Light Bulb Replacement To replace a burned out bulb unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet unscrew the bulb when cool and replace it with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage Turning the control to the 0 position does not remove power to the light circuit Preparing for Vacation For long vacation...

Page 14: ...ach front corner of the refrigerator are adjustable They firmly position the refrigerator and prevent it from moving when the doors are opened Leveling legs should be set so the front of the refrigerator is raised just enough that the doors close easily when opened about halfway Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator counterclockwise to lower it Rollers next to the leveling leg...

Page 15: ... tubing you need Approved plastic water supply lines are GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing WX08X10002 WX08X10006 WX08X10015 and WX08X10025 When connecting your refrigerator to a GE Reverse Osmosis Water System the only approved installation is with a GE RVKit For other reverse osmosis water systems follow the manufacturer s recommendations This water line installation is not warranted by the ref...

Page 16: ...old water line The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5 32 at the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE Saddle type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits Before purchasing make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Drill a 1 4 hole in the water pipe even if using a self piercing valv...

Page 17: ...our licensed plumber 7 Installation Instructions Saddle Type Shutoff Valve Compression Nut SmartConnect Tubing Packing Nut Outlet Valve Ferrule sleeve FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult wit...

Page 18: ... tubing as shown On GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing 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 GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kit insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten compression nut until it is hand ...

Page 19: ...UIRED Masking tape T20 or T25 Torxdriver whichever your model requires 5 16 hex head socket driver 5 16 open end wrench Putty knife or thin blade screwdriver PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall Push the refrigerator back to the wall 11 On power switch models set the icemaker power switch to the l o...

Page 20: ...it aside along with its screws Top Hinge 2 6 Using a Torxdriver transfer the 2 screws from the opposite side of the cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the top hinge removal 2 5 Set the door on a non scratching surface with the outside up 2 4 Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the cabinet Lift it off the center hinge pin 1 1 Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet BEFORE YOU ...

Page 21: ...two screws holding the center hinge and the shim glued to it to the cabinet Lift the center hinge to free its pin from the socket in the top of the door and set hinge and screws aside Be careful not to lose the center hinge spacer and washer 3 7 Take one of the screws removed in step 2 and start it in the outermost screw hole on the opposite side Do not drive it all the way down leave enough space...

Page 22: ...er edge of the hinge should be parallel to the edge of the case for correct installation Installing the hinge on the left Installing the hinge on the right REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 5 5 1 Transfer fresh food door handle 5 1 1 Remove the handle plug using a tape tipped putty knife under the edge and remove the screw underneath Remove the two screws holding the handle to the top of the door 5 1 2 R...

Page 23: ...le to the right side of the door with screws at the top and under the handle plug 5 3 2 Reinstall the handle plug 5 4 2 Remove the handle 5 4 3 Remove the screw from the right top edge of the door and insert it into the handle screw hole on the left side 5 4 4 Transfer the door stop as shown on the preceding page 5 4 5 Attach the handle to the right edge of the door with screws at top and bottom u...

Page 24: ...o the outermost hole Insert the remaining screw then tighten both screws securely Hinge Pin Plastic Washer Plastic Washer and Spacer Hinge Pin 6 2 Rehang the freezer door 6 2 1 Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin Be sure the washer and spacer are in place on the pin REHANGING THE DOORS CONT 6 Center Hinge Pin Plastic Washer and Spacer 6 2 2 Tilt the door toward the cabinet lifting the...

Page 25: ...RACKS and CHIRPS You may hear cracking 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 a...

Page 26: ...l 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 Door left open Check to see if package is holding door open freezer require more Hot weather or frequent This is normal operating time They door openings start and stop often Temperature control dial See About the temperature contr...

Page 27: ...it on will damage the water valve Cubes too small Water shutoff valve connecting Call the plumber to clear the valve refrigerator to water line may be clogged Slow ice cube freezing Door left open Check to see if package is holding door open Temperature control dial See About the temperature control dial not set cold enough Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs cleaning Empty and wash bin Discard o...

Page 28: ...easonable control To obtain warranty service purchaser must present the original bill of sale Components repaired or replaced are warranted through the remainder of the original warranty period only This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Damage to finish after delivery Improper installation proper in...

Page 29: ...otection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all y...

Page 30: ...red or register online at www GEAppliances com 1 2 3 Model Number Serial Number Cut here Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require service Our ...

Page 31: ...ervice to replace the defective part Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Improper installation Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Loss of food due to spoilage Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Incidenta...

Page 32: ...fect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires In Canada call 1 888 261 2133 Parts and Accessories In the U S www GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are...

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