GE GTL22JBPBS Owner'S Manual & Installation Instructions Download

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FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn the main water supply on and flush out the
tubing until the water is clear.

Shut the water off at the water valve after about
one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed
through the tubing.

CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutoff valve.

Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the
valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.

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 tight, then tighten
one additional turn with 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.

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE

(CONT.)

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 with your licensed plumber.

Vertical Cold
Water Pipe

Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve

Pipe Clamp

TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.

NOTE:

Do not overtighten or you may crush the

tubing.

Washer

Inlet End

Pipe Clamp

Clamp Screw

ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between the cold water line and
the refrigerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall
or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.

NOTE:

Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing

(about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
10

″

[25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to

move out from the wall after installation

Summary of Contents for GTL22JBPBS

Page 1: ...ning 11 Replacing the Light Bulbs 12 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator 13 Reversing the Door Swing 18 22 Water Line Installation 14 18 Troubleshooting Tips 24 26 Normal Operating Sounds 23 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Performance Data Sheet 27 State of California Water Device Certificate 28 Warranty for Canadian Customers 29 Warranty for U S Customers ...

Page 2: ...e vicinity of this or any other appliance In refrigerators with automatic icemakers avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element located on the bottom of the icemaker Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in Keep fingers out of the pinch point areas clearances between the doors and between th...

Page 3: ... your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet The refrigerator 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 Never un...

Page 4: ...ired Adjust the controls one increment at a time and allow 12 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set Setting the controls to 0 stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator On some models only the refrigerator control has a 0 setting Touch pad controls Setting either control...

Page 5: ...atures can be adjusted between 6 F and 6 F Once the desired temperature has been set the temperature display will return to the actual refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 5 seconds Several adjustments may be required Each time you adjust controls allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set To turn the cooling system off tap the WARMER pad for either the refrig...

Page 6: ...y drip down CAUTION If air has been trapped in the system the filter cartridge may be ejected as it is removed Use caution when removing Mark your calendar to remind you to replace the filter cartridge in six months Remove the protective foil from the end of the cartridge Position the cartridge inside the cartridge holder and slowly rotate the cartridge to the right until it stops When the cartrid...

Page 7: ...ut To replace While tilting the shelf up insert the top hook at the back of the shelf in a slot on the track Lower the front of the shelf until the bottom of the shelf locks into place Refrigerator Compartment To remove Lift up the left side of the shelf and slide it left into the center of the shelf supports Rotate the right side of the shelf up and out of the shelf supports To replace Holding th...

Page 8: ...gger Freezer Tilt Out Bin on some models Push the button as you tilt out the bin To remove Hold the sides of the bin and lift it straight up then pull out To replace Engage the ends of the bin in the molded supports on the door and push down It will lock in place NOTE Do not overload the bin Slide Out Spillproof Shelf on some models The slide out spillproof shelf allows you to reach items stored b...

Page 9: ...ift it out Snack Pan on some models This pan can be moved to the most useful location for your family s needs To remove slide the pan out to the stop position lift the pan up and past the stop position and lift it out Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan on some models When the pan is placed in the top 6 slots on the left side and the lever is set at COLDEST air from the freezer is forced around the pa...

Page 10: ...ypes of icemakers power switch models and feeler arm models If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is made to the icemaker set the power switch to O off or move the feeler arm to the STOP up position When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply set the power switch to the I on position or move the feeler arm to the ON down position On power switch models the gr...

Page 11: ...ter because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to break Handle glass shelves carefully Bumping tempered glass can cause it to shatter Do not wash any refrigerator parts in the dishwasher Wash ice trays in lukewarm water only do not put them in an automatic dishwasher Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences remove food and unplug the refrigerator Move the freezer contro...

Page 12: ...ht shield will pop out Replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage On models with a light shield replace the light shield Plug the refrigerator back in Freezer Compartment Light on some models CAUTION Light bulbs may be hot Unplug the refrigerator The bulb is located behind a light shield at the back of the freezer compartment To remove squeeze the top and bottom of the sh...

Page 13: ...t wobble Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning To adjust the rollers Remove the base grille by positioning hands as shown Rotate the bottom of the grille outward until the clips snap out Pull the grille away from the refrigerator Using a screwdriver turn the two front roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator counterclockwise to lower it Repla...

Page 14: ...X8X2 WX8X3 or WX8X4 depending on the amount of 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...

Page 15: ... connect to the cold 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 s...

Page 16: ...umber 7 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE CONT 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 Massachus...

Page 17: ...nd 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 tight then tighten one additional turn with a wrench Overtightening may cause leaks 9 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOF...

Page 18: ... to change the hinges back to the right side follow these same instructions and reverse all references to left and right Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet Empty all door shelves including the dairy compartment START THE ICEMAKER CONT Feeler arm models Move the feeler arm to the ON down position The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15...

Page 19: ...ght off the bottom hinge bracket Set the door on a non scratching surface with the inside up CAUTION Do not let door drop to the floor To do so could damage the door stop 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR Tape the door shut with masking tape Remove the hinge cover on top of the freezer door on some models Remove the two screws then lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in the to...

Page 20: ...screws with the hinge bracket They are long screws and will be used when installing the hinge on the other side You will need to remove the color matched cap from the screw head before you can remove the screw Use the edge of a thin flat blade to gently pry the caps off the screw heads A putty knife works well for this Cover the blade with tape to prevent scratching the paint Remove the mullion co...

Page 21: ... top and insert them into the holes on the opposite side Move the large plug button from the left edge of the door and insert it into the hole on the opposite side 7 Installation Instructions Small Plug Buttons Plug Button Handle Plug Handle Plug Pin Hole Handle Plug Short Screw Short Handle Long Handle TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT CONT Transfer the door plug button to the opposi...

Page 22: ...e the plug button on the right side of the door to the handle screw hole on the left side Reattach the handle on the opposite side using the holes closest to the edge of the door 8 REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin Lift the top hinge so the pin fits into the door socket Support the door on the handle side and make sure the door is straight and the gap between...

Page 23: ...RPS 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 The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when relays activate to control refrigerator components Expansion and contracti...

Page 24: ...n 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 controls See About the controls to maintain even set at the coldest temperatures setting Refrigerator or freezer Temperature control not set See About the controls compartment too warm cold enough Warm weather or frequent Set ...

Page 25: ...gerator replace every three months Interior needs cleaning See Care and cleaning Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too in humid weather air long door openings carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened Interior light does No power at outlet Replace fuse or reset the breaker not work Light bulb burned out See Replacing the light bulbs Hot air from bottom Normal air flow cooling...

Page 26: ...r cartridge being certain that properly installed it locks into place The blade on the end of the cartridge should be positioned vertically Water is leaking from Glass not being held under Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for 2 3 seconds dispenser the dispenser long enough after releasing the dispenser button Water may continue after button is released to dispense after the button is releas...

Page 27: ... 66 67 0 003 mg L Tested using a flow rate of 0 5 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 Turbidity units Operating Specifications Capacity certified for up to 750 gallons 2 838 l up to six months Pressure requirement 40 120 psi 2 8 8 2 bar Temperature 33 100ºF 0 6 38ºC Flow rate 0 5 gpm 1 9 lpm Gen...

Page 28: ...nt to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants Cysts Turbidity Asbestos Lead Atrazine Lindane 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 cyst reduction may be used on di...

Page 29: ...of light 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 not accessible to provide required service WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IMPORTANT Keep this warranty and your bill of sale as proof of original purchase and purchase da...

Page 30: ...s Any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship Water filter if included During this limited thirty day warranty GE will also provide free of charge a replacement water From the original filter cartridge purchase date of the refrigerator GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating system the compressor condenser evaporator...

Page 31: ...31 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Notes ge com ...

Page 32: ... in effect 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 ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepte...

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