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Owner’s
Manual

Bottom-Freezer
Built-In Refrigerators

Summary of Contents for Bottom-Freezer Built-In Refrigerators

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Bottom Freezer Built In Refrigerators ...

Page 2: ...ate and maintain your refrigerator properly If you have any other questions visit our Website at ge com Contents Consumer Services Important Phone Numbers 19 Model and Serial Numbers 3 Performance Data Sheet 17 Problem Solver 15 16 Product Registration 3 Safety Instructions 4 7 State of California Water Treatment Device Certificate 18 Warranty Back Cover Care and Cleaning Cleaning Outside and Insi...

Page 3: ...o obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this manual We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are steps to follow for further help For customers in the USA FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you...

Page 4: ...sarily small Be careful closing doors when children are in the area Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual Before replacing a burned out light bulb set the Master Light switch in the OFF position to turn off the lights in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament A burned out light bulb...

Page 5: ...que vous fermez les portes de l appareil en présence des enfants Débranchez votre réfrigérateur avant de le nettoyer et de le réparer REMARQUE Nous vous recommandons vivement de confier toute réparation à un technicien qualifié Avant de remplacer une ampoule grillée mettez le commutateur de lumière principale en position OFF arrêt pour éteindre la lumière afin d éviter tout contact avec un fil sou...

Page 6: ...erator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT THE REFRIGERATOR TO A 2 PRONG OUTLET DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE Neve...

Page 7: ...tre branché dans sa propre prise de courant dont la tension nominale est identique à celle indiquée sur la plaque signalétique Cette précaution est recommandée pour garantir un rendement optimum et éviter une surcharge des circuits électriques de la résidence ce qui pourrait créer un risque d incendie par surschauffe des fils N UTILISEZ PAS UNE FICHE D ADAPTATION POUR RACCORDER LE RÉFRIGÉRATEUR DA...

Page 8: ...ress the or pad once After 5 seconds the display will return to the actual temperature To change the temperature settings press the or pads to desired temperature set point for fresh food and freezer separately Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set Temperature Ranges Low High Fresh Food Freezer NOTE Setting the controls to OFF stops cooling but does not shut off...

Page 9: ...e panel to access the cartridge When to Replace the Filter The filter cartridge is designed to filter 300 gallons of water lasting approximately 12 months It should be replaced when the status light turns red or if you notice the ice cubes getting hollow or small Installing the Filter Cartridge 1 Raise the grille panel at the top of the refrigerator 2 Remove the old cartridge by slowly turning it ...

Page 10: ...e for observant Jews to refrigerate and freezer food during the duration of the holiday The Sabbath Mode feature can be set to override typical reactions to actions in your refrigerator While in the Sabbath Mode your refrigerator will still operate normally However the refrigerator will not respond to your actions While in the Sabbath Mode you may notice the fan running when the door is opened how...

Page 11: ...es Slide the control all the way to the Low setting and the drawer provides lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits Excess water that may accumulate on the bottom of the drawers should be emptied and the drawers wiped dry Storage Pans Bottom Freezer Refrigerator Artichokes Asparagus Beets topped Blueberries Carrots Celery Cherries Corn Cucumbers Currants Greens leafy Lettuce Parsley Peas...

Page 12: ... straight out position its lip over the right edge of the shelf you want to suspend it from and push it all the way in Door bins Some door bins are adjustable and can be moved up and down to meet your storage needs NOTE The deeper door bins must be placed at the bottom of the door only To remove Lift the bin up and slide it toward you Freezer drawer with basket Inside the freezer drawer is a wire ...

Page 13: ...eutralizes odors Thoroughly rinse and wipe dry Other parts of the refrigerator including door gaskets meat and vegetable drawers ice storage bin and all plastic parts can be cleaned the same way After cleaning the door 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 shel...

Page 14: ...ld Then pull the shield toward you and swing the back of the shield down 3 Replace with the same size bulb 40 watt max 4 Reinstall the shield and reset the Master Light switch to the ON position Replacement 40 watt bulbs can be purchased at your local general retail store through GE Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 or at ge com Order part 40A15 Light bulb replacement in the freezer compartment T...

Page 15: ...ents another fan cools the compressor motor The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and energy savings These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time You may hear a whooshing or gurgling sound when the doors close This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flo...

Page 16: ... supply line connection Water filter clogged Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug Freezer compartment too warm Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to shut off too soon Level cubes in bin Ice cubes stuck in icemaker Turn off the icemaker remove cubes and turn the icemaker back on MOISTURE FORMS Not unusual during periods of high humidity Wipe surface dry ON OUTSIDE OF Door ...

Page 17: ...98 78 98 65 0 04 mg L 1 4dichlorobenzene 0 075 mg L 0 225 mg L 10 0 2283 mg L 0 000500 mg L 0 000500 mg L 99 78 99 77 0 075 mg L Atrazine 0 003 mg L 0 009 mg L 10 0 0087 mg L 0 0005 mg L 0 0005 mg L 94 22 93 33 0 003 mg L Tested using a flow rate of 0 50 gpm pressure of 60 psig pH of 7 5 0 5 temp of 68 5 F 20 3 C Measurement in Particles ml Particles used were 0 5 1 microns NTU Nephelometric Turbi...

Page 18: ...ty Code for the following health related contaminants Cysts Turbidity Asbestos Lead Mercury Alachlor Atrazine Benzene Carbofuran Lindane Mercury Toxaphene 1 4 dichlorobenzene 2 4 D Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Organic Contaminants Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality except that systems certified for c...

Page 19: ... have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories In the USA 800 626 2002 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 Individuals qualified to service their own app...

Page 20: ...l costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond in the USA call 800 444 1845 In Canada 888 880 3030 Please have your serial number and model number available when calling for service Some states provinces do not allow...

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