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Page 1: ...igerator 7 Reversing the Door Swing 8 13 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 14 15 Normal Operating Sounds 14 Consumer Support Consumer Support 18 Product Registradon 19 20 Wan anty for Canadian Customers 16 Wan anty for U S Customers 17 Canadian Website www geappliances ca Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find 1hem on a label inside the refrigerator on the...

Page 2: ...mend thatanyseMcingbe performed byaqualifiedindividual Turning the control to the OFF _ posi0on does not remove power to the light circuit Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely DANGER RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OFTHE REFRIGERATOR Child enu apment and suffocation are not problems of lie past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit f...

Page 3: ...hows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end When m wing the refrigel_alor away fi om the wall be careful not m roll over or dmnage the power cord USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS Adapterplugs not permitted in Canada Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug However if you must use an adapter where local codes perm...

Page 4: ...refrigeratorto reachthe temperatureyouhaveset Controlsetting will varybasedonpersonalpreferences usageandoperatingconditionsandmayrequiremorethanoneadjustment Controlsettingswill vary basedonpersonal preferences usageandoperatingconditions andmayrequire morethanone adjustment Aboutthe storagedrawers Fruit and Vegetable Drawers One or more storage dt_awers provide space to store fruiks vegetables a...

Page 5: ...xtra cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories In the U S call 800 626 2002 In Canada call 1 800 361 3400 and refer to kit numbers WX8X1 through WX8X4 Care and cleaning of the refrigerator Cleaning the Outside Keep the outside clean Wipe with a clean clofla lightly dampened with mild liquid dish detergent DIy with a clean soft cloth Do not wipe the refrigeratorwith a soileddish clothor w...

Page 6: ... Oath or sponge dampened in wmrn water and baking soda solution me mbleslx on 15 ml of baking soda to a quart 1 1 ofwamr DOnotusecleansing Ix wdel_ abrasive deane_ bleach or cleaneL s containing chlorides Donot washanyplastic refrigerator parts in the dishwashe_ Replacing the Lightbulb Unscrew the burned4mt bulb and replace it with a standard 40 watt appliance bulb Behind the Refrigerator Once a y...

Page 7: ...install the refiigerator where the temperature will go below 55 F 13 C because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded Do not install it closer than 5 13 cm next to a range CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation proper air circulation and plumbing and elecuical connections Sides 1 2 5 cm...

Page 8: ...e if you ever want to change 1he hinges back to the fight side follow these same instructions and reverse all references to left and fight Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet Empty all door shelves TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 5 16 Head socket driver 7 32 Headsocket driver Phillipsscrewdriver Puttykeifeor thin bladescrewdriver REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR Tape Ihe door shut wilh masking tape Remo...

Page 9: ...ure the butler bin does not swing open Replace the washer s on the bottom hinge if they stick to the door CAUTION Do not let door drop to the floor To do so could damage the door stop TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT Remove the plug buttons by c_efully piying under the edge with a putty knife Be careful of the paint finish Reinstall the plug buttons on the right side hy inserting them into the holes...

Page 10: ...ews until snug Then dghlen Ihe screws a minimum of one full turn using both hands TRANSFER CENTER HINGE TO THE LEFT Remove the two screws on the opposite side m U Remove the center hinge shim and screw s Reassemble the center hinge on the left side CAUTION When assembled correctly the hinge is tight against the cabinet ATTENTION The screws must be properly tightened Turn the screws until snug Then...

Page 11: ... of the door Handle Top After removing the handle Remove the screws from the fight edge of the door top and inert them into the handle screw holes on the left side handleholes Remove the plug button from the left edge of the door and inert it into the hole on the opposite side PlugButton TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT CONT Transfer the button on the door to the opposite side Reinstal...

Page 12: ...he handle Reverse the buttons and screw on top flange of door TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT CONT TFan_er the button on door face to oplx site side PlugButton Attach the handle to the fight side of the door reversing the above procedure INSTALL THE DOOR STOPS Metal or stops to be used when reversing the or swing were included wifla the reffigeramr Remove 1lee door stops from Ilae fight ...

Page 13: ...d tighten the screw ALIGN THE DOORS Align 1he freezer door with the fresh food door so that 1he gap between 1he doors iseven Tighten the top hinge screws by 1uming Ihem unlil snug Then turn the screws a minimum of 1 2 turn using both hart Is REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR Place the washer s on the center hinge pin Place the freezer door on the center hinge over the pin Raise the top hinge by hand and ins...

Page 14: ...ausing a sizzling hissing or popping sound during the defrost cycle of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils sounds like boiling water or a gurgling noise Water dripping as it melts from the evaporator and flows to the drain pan the defrost cycle Before youcall for service Troubleshooting tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call f...

Page 15: ...open Door left open Check to see if package is holding door open Too frequent or too long door openings Food trausmitting odor taste Wrap foods well to ice cubes Interior of refrigerator See Care and cleaning needs cleaning Door left open Check to see if package is holding door open Temperature control not set _e About the control cold enough Foods transmitting Foods with sU ong odol sshould be ti...

Page 16: ...nable 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 instal...

Page 17: ...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 _ Incid...

Page 18: ... in effect You can purchase it on line anylime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Seiwices will still be there after your warranty expires In Canada call 1 888 261 2133 PartsandAccessories In the U S www GEAppliances com Individuals qualified m service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sentdirectly m flmir homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards ar...

Page 19: ... the lemammg value of yore c nuact N quests ns asked It s that s_mple Protect your refi igeramr dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency selwice and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable household products are protected agai...

Page 20: ... I I I I I I I I Illllll Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered or register online at www GEAppliances com __ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration Model Number Serial Number I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Mr D Ms D Mis D Miss D Fit st Last Name I I I I I I I I I Name I I I I I I I ...

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