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197D7799P001    

49-60521-1    08-08 JR

Safety Instructions

 . . . . . . . . . .2–4

Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker  . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Care and Cleaning  . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Shelves  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6
Storage Drawers  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Temperature Controls  . . . . . . . . . .5

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install 
the Refrigerator  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Reversing the Door Swing  . . .13–16
Water Line Installation . . . . . .10–12

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call For Service  . . 17, 18
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . .17

Consumer Support

Consumer Support  . . . . Back Cover
Product Registration 
(Canadian) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 22
Product Registration (U.S.)  . 20–22
Warranty for 
Canadian Customers  . . . . . . . . . . 19
Warranty for U.S. Customers  . . . 23

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 16, 17, 18

Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

Summary of Contents for 197D7799P001

Page 1: ...stallation 10 12 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 17 18 Normal Operating Sounds 17 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration Canadian 21 22 Product Registration...

Page 2: ...rants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product check with the company ha...

Page 3: ...frozen foods which have thawed completely MESURES DE S CURIT IMPORTANTES LISEZ D ABORD TOUTES LES DIRECTIVES AVERTISSEMENT N utilisez cet lectrom nager que pour l usage auquel il est destin comme expl...

Page 4: ...limentation Pour votre s curit cet appareil doit tre correctement mis la terre Le cordon d alimentation de cet appareil est muni d une fiche 3 broches mise la terre qui se branche dans une prise mural...

Page 5: ...ectly 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 Half Width Shelves One end of the sh...

Page 6: ...move the step shelf Lift 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 3 2...

Page 7: ...mber of door openings and other use conditions If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is made to the icemaker move the feeler arm to the STOP up position When the refrigerator has...

Page 8: ...ularly dusty or greasy the condenser should be cleaned periodically for efficient refrigerator operation To clean the condenser turn the temperature control dial to 0 Sweep away or vacuum up dust For...

Page 9: ...igerator 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 th...

Page 10: ...nstallation be sure the device is double insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock or is battery powered All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing cod...

Page 11: ...cal Cold Water Pipe Saddle Type Shutoff Valve Pipe Clamp FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on counterclockwise and flush out the tubing until the water is clear Shut the water off at the...

Page 12: ...ing into the shutoff valve and tighten compression nut until it is hand tight then tighten one additional turn with a wrench Overtightening may cause leaks Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to...

Page 13: ...driver needed for some models 5 16 hex head socket driver 5 16 open end wrench Putty knife or thin blade screwdriver 2 1 Tape the door shut with masking tape 2 2 With a 5 16 hex head socket driver rem...

Page 14: ...d 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...

Page 15: ...e handle to the right side of the door with screws at the top and under the handle plug 5 3 2 Reinstall the handle plug REVERSING THE HARDWARE CONT 4 5 1 Transfer fresh food door handle 5 1 1 Remove t...

Page 16: ...1 Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin Be sure the washer and spacer are in place on the pin RE HANGING THE DOORS CONT 6 Center Hinge Pin Plastic Washer and Spacer REVERSING THE DOOR SWIN...

Page 17: ...e a gurgling noise like boiling water Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cy...

Page 18: ...supply to the refrigerator has on will damage the water valve not been connected Cubes too small Water shutoff valve connecting Call the plumber to clear the valve refrigerator to water line may be cl...

Page 19: ...ght bulbs Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God Loss of food due to spoilage Proper use and care of product as listed in the owner s manual proper setting of controls Product...

Page 20: ...new appliance properly GE Service Protection Plus GE a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability together with Assurant Solutions offers you Service Protection Plus comprehensive protec...

Page 21: ...e in envelope and mail to Veuillez mettre dans une enveloppe et envoyez 21 General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 32150 Louisville KY 40232 2150 Please place in envelope and...

Page 22: ...el Number Serial Number E mail Address Please provide your e mail address to receive via e mail discounts special offers and other important communications from GE Appliances GEA Check here if you do...

Page 23: ...r resetting of circuit breakers Damage caused after delivery Replacement of the water filter cartridge if included due to water pressure that is outside the specified operating range or due to excessi...

Page 24: ...e nearest Mabe service center or call 1 800 661 1616 If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write t...

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