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Troubleshooting Tips
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Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Refrigerator does not
Control in
OFF
position.
•
Move the control to a
operate
temperature setting.
Refrigerator is
•
Push the plug completely
unplugged.
into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit
•
Replace fuse or reset
breaker is tripped.
the breaker.
Vibration or rattling
Front leveling legs
•
See
Leveling Legs
.
(slight vibration
(on some models)
is normal)
need adjusting.
Refrigerator is on
•
Use shims to level the
an uneven surface.
refrigerator.
Motor operates for
Normal when refrigerator
•
Wait 24 hours for the
long periods or cycles
is first plugged in.
refrigerator to completely
cool down.
Often occurs when
•
This is normal.
large amounts of food
are placed in refrigerator.
Door left open.
•
Check to see if package is
holding door open.
Hot weather or frequent
•
This is normal.
door openings.
Temperature control
•
See
About the control
.
set at the coldest setting.
Not enough clearance
•
Make sure there is enough
from the wall.
air circulation around the
refrigerator.
Door will not open
Refrigerator is locked
•
Unlock the door with
(lock is available
the key. If the key has
on some models).
been lost, a replacement
key can be ordered by
visiting our Website,
www.GEappliances.ca
,
or calling GE Parts and
Accessories, 1.888.261.3055
Order part WR05X10006.
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