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About the automatic icemaker.

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A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.

Icemaker Accessory Kit

If your refrigerator did not already come
equipped with an automatic icemaker, 
an icemaker accessory kit is available at
extra cost. 

Check the back of the refrigerator for
the specific icemaker kit needed for your
model.

Automatic Icemaker 

(on some models)

The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle–approximately 100-130 cubes 
in a 24-hour period, depending on
freezer compartment temperature, 
room temperature, number of door
openings and other use conditions.

There are two types 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 green light
will come on.

You will hear a buzzing sound each time
the icemaker fills with water.

The icemaker will fill with water when 
it cools to 15°F. A newly-installed
refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours 
to begin making ice cubes.

Throw away the first few batches of ice 
to allow the water line to clear.

Be sure nothing interferes with the
sweep of the feeler arm.

When the bin fills to the level of the
feeler arm, the icemaker will stop
producing ice.

It is normal for several cubes to be joined
together.

If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.

On power switch models, the green power
light will blink if ice cubes get stuck in the
icemaker. To correct this, set the power
switch to 

O (off) 

and remove the cubes. Set

the power switch to 

I (on) 

to restart the

icemaker. After the icemaker has been
turned on again, there will be a delay of
about 45 minutes before the icemaker
resumes operation.

NOTE: 

In homes with lower-than-average water

pressure, you may hear the icemaker cycle
multiple times when making one batch of ice.

Icemaker

Feeler Arm

Power
Switch

Green
Power Light

Power switch model

Feeler Arm in
the 

STOP

(up) position

Feeler Arm in
the 

ON

(down)

position

Feeler arm model

Summary of Contents for GTS17BBMR

Page 1: ...ring to Install the Refrigerator 14 Reversing the Door Swing 19 24 Water Line Installation 15 19 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 26 27 Normal Operating Sounds 25 Customer Service Cons...

Page 2: ...us devez faire DANGER RISQUES POUR LES ENFANTS PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous e...

Page 3: ...refreeze 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 c...

Page 4: ...retirez en aucun cas la troisi me broche mise la terre de la fiche du cordon d alimentation Pour votre s curit cet appareil doit tre correctement mis la terre Le cordon d alimentation de cet appareil...

Page 5: ...logu UL aux tats Unis ou certifi CSA au Canada pourvu d une fiche et d une prise mises la terre de 15 amp res minimum et de 120 volts USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under c...

Page 6: ...e l appareil Il faut que la vis soit en m tal non isol e et que la prise de courant soit mise la terre par l entremise du c blage de la r sidence Faites v rifier le circuit par un lectricien qualifi p...

Page 7: ...e settings plus 0 1 is the warmest 9 is the coldest At first set the dial at 5 After using the refrigerator adjust the dial if necessary Insert a coin into the slot in the middle of the dial and you c...

Page 8: ...pull forward To remove a full width shelf when the fresh food compartment door cannot be opened fully lift the rear of the shelf pull forward and down tilt the shelf and take it out Half Width Shelves...

Page 9: ...t 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 To replace the step shelf W...

Page 10: ...far as it will come Tilt it and take it out Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause it to break Remove the drawer frame Always remove th...

Page 11: ...r arm to the ON down position On power switch models the green light will come on You will hear a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with water The icemaker will fill with water when it cools...

Page 12: ...oor 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 shelves on some mod...

Page 13: ...rn the legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator Light Bulb Replacement To replace a burned out bulb unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet unscrew the bulb w...

Page 14: ...ch front corner of the refrigerator 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 refrigerat...

Page 15: ...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 Wa...

Page 16: ...ld 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...

Page 17: ...ur licensed plumber 7 Installation Instructions Saddle Type Shutoff Valve Compression Nut SmartConnect Tubing Packing Nut Outlet Valve Ferrule sleeve FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve...

Page 18: ...tubing as shown On GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kit the nuts are already assembled to the tubing Insert the end of the tubing into the water valve connection as far as possible While holding th...

Page 19: ...EQUIRED Masking tape T20 or T25 Torxdriver Needed for some models 5 16 hex head socket driver 5 16 open end wrench Putty knife or thin blade screwdriver PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tu...

Page 20: ...and set it aside along with its screws Top Hinge 2 6 Transfer the 2 screws from the opposite side of the cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the top hinge removal 2 5 Set the door on a non scratchin...

Page 21: ...ove the two screws holding the center hinge and the shim glued to it to the cabinet Lift the center hinge to free its pin from the socket in the top of the door and set hinge and screws aside Be caref...

Page 22: ...hinge on the left Installing the hinge on the right REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 5 5 1 Transfer fresh food door handle 5 1 1 Remove the handle plug using a tape tipped putty knife under the edge and rem...

Page 23: ...right side of the door with screws at the top and under the handle plug 5 3 2 Reinstall the handle plug 5 4 2 Remove the handle 5 4 3 Remove the screw from the right top edge of the door and insert i...

Page 24: ...rews securely Hinge Bracket Plastic Washer Plastic Washer and Spacer Hinge Pin 6 2 Rehang the freezer door 6 2 1 Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin Be sure the washer and spacer are in p...

Page 25: ...ACKS and CHIRPS 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...

Page 26: ...down on and off frequently Often occurs when large This is normal Modern refrigerators amounts of food are with more storage placed in refrigerator space and a larger Door left open Check to see if p...

Page 27: ...t on will damage the water valve Cubes too small Water shutoff valve connecting Call the plumber to clear the valve refrigerator to water line may be clogged Slow ice cube freezing Door left open Chec...

Page 28: ...asonable 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 Th...

Page 29: ...tection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more...

Page 30: ...oduct is registered or register online at www GEAppliances com 1 2 3 Model Number Serial Number Cut here Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of...

Page 31: ...vice trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Improper installation delivery or maintenance Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or...

Page 32: ...ect 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...

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