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Summary of Contents for GTS22JCPARCC

Page 1: ...lation Instructions Preparing to Install the Reli igerator 13 Rever_ing the Door Swing 18 23 Water Line Installation 14 17 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 25 26 Normal Operating Sounds 24 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 27 28 Warranty for Canadian Customers 29 Warranty lbr U S Customers 30 Write the model andserial numbershere Model Serial Find th...

Page 2: ...se gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any o er appliance In refiigerators with automatic icemakers avoid contact with tile moving parts of e 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 refiigerator is plugged in Keep fingm sout of the pinch poi...

Page 3: ...nder federal law must be removed prior to product disposal If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product check with the company handling the disposal about what to do _5 Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside USE OFEXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However...

Page 4: ... use a cord tbat shows cracks or abrasion damage along its lengtb or at eitber end When moving the refiigerator away fi om tim wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS Adoptor p ugs not pormi_d inC_nod_ Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug Howevm if you must use an adapter where l...

Page 5: ...ol at 0 will automatically set the other control at O The zeros will blink until you set the controls If both controls are set at 0 and either COLDERpad is pressed the controls will automatically reset to 5 Control settings will varybased on personal preferences usage and operating conditions and may require more than one adjustment Locking the Controls onsomemodels This feature allows you to lock...

Page 6: ... Lift up tile 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 Toreplace Holding the shelf diagonally insert the left end of tile shelf into the center of the shelf supports on the side wall at the desired level Insert the right end of the shelf into tile shelf supports at the same level Rest each end...

Page 7: ...ideto side Makesureyoupushtheshelves all thewayin beforeyouclosethedoor Adjustable Bins on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from refrigerator to work area TOremove Lift the bin sn aight up then pull out TOreplace orrelocate Engage the bin in the molded supports of the door and push in Bin will lock in place The snuggerhelps prevent tipping spilling or sliding of small items stored on...

Page 8: ... _ _ b HIGHsetting to provide high humidivy setting to provide lower humidivy levels recommended for most vegetables recommended for most fruits Snack Pan onsomemodels 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 onsomemodels When ...

Page 9: ...n The green light will come on The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to 15 E A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes You will hear a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with water 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 lev...

Page 10: ...prevent odors leave an open box of baking soda in the refiigerator and freezer compartments Unplugtherefrigerator beforecleaning If this is not practical wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches lights or controls Use warm water and baking soda solution about a tablespoon 15 ml of baking soda to a quart 1 liter ofwateE This both cleans and neutralizes odors Thorou...

Page 11: ...cation For long vacations or absences remove food and unplug the refiigeraton Move tile freezer control to the 0 Off position and clean tim interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon 15 ml of baking soda to one quart 1 liter ofwaten Leave the doors open Set tbe icemaker power switch to tbe 0 Off position and shut off tbe water supply to tim refiigeraton ff tbe temperature can drop belo...

Page 12: ...refrigerator back in Lightshield _ I I r _ i Freezer Compartment Light onsome models CA UTlO N Ligh ho Unplug the refrigerator The bulb is located behind a light shield at the back of the freezer compartment To remove squeeze the mp and bottom of the shield and pull the shield off After replacing with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage replace the shield Plug the refrigerator back in _...

Page 13: ...re the temperature will go below 60 F 16 C because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go above 100 F 37 C because it will not perform properly Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded 13 CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances tor ease of installation proper air circulation and plumbing and...

Page 14: ...n areas where temperatures fall below freezing When using any electrical device such as a power drill during installation be sure the device is double insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent tile hazard of electric shock or is battery powered All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements WHAT YOU WILL NEED Copper or GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing kit 1 ...

Page 15: ...ator tubing Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line The shutoffvalve 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 a ater supply kits Before purchasing make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes Install the shutoff valve on the nearest fi equently ...

Page 16: ...out 10 25 cm diameter to allow the refl igerator to move out from the wall after installation 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 tbe valve Tighten the compression nut securely For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect _ _ Refrigeratu...

Page 17: ... and ferrule sleeve onto tile end of the tubing as shown On GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing kit the nuts are already assembled to the tubing CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR CONT Insert the end 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 mold...

Page 18: ...TANT NOTES When reversing the door swing Read the instructions all the way through before starting Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in tile wrong places Provide a non scratching work surface for the doors IMPORTANT Once you begin do not move the cabinet until door swing reversal is completed These instructions are fbr chang...

Page 19: ...Set the door on a non scrawhing surface with the inside up REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR Tape the door shut with masking tape Remove the center hinge pin with a 3 4 socket Hinge PinI _ Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the cabinet Lit the door straight off tile bottom hinge bracket Set the door on a non scratching surface with the inside up CAUTION Do not let door drop to the flora To do ...

Page 20: ...l need to remove the color mawhed cap from the screw head before you can remove the screw Use the edge of a tbin fiat blade to gently pry the caps off the screw heads A putty knife works well for tbis Cover the blade with tape to prevent scratching the paint Remove the mullion cover from the left side using the thin flat blade Assemble it to the right side Remove the screw from the center left sid...

Page 21: ...Short Handle Handle _lug After removing the handle Move the small plug buttons from the top right side of tile door top and insert them into the holes on tile opposite side Small Buttons Move the large plug button from tile left edge of the door and insert it into tile hole on the opposite side PlugButton TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT CONT Transfer the door plug button to tile opp...

Page 22: ...dle screw hole on the left side Reattach the handle on the opposite side using tile holes closest to the edge of the door ___T i REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR Lower the refrigerator door onto tile bottom hinge pin A 4 Straighten the door and line it up with the center hinge bracket Reins tall the center hinge pin with a 3 4 socket Turn it until it extends through the hinge bracket and into the door...

Page 23: ...he center hinge pin CenterHingePin LiR the top hinge so the pin fitsinto the door socket Support the door on the handle side and make sure tile door is straight and the gap between tile doors is even across the fi ont While holding the door in place tighten the top hinge screws 23 ...

Page 24: ...king or chirping sound when attempting to restart this could take up to 5 minutes The electronic control t oard may cause a clicking sound when relays activate to control refrigerator components Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound On models with an icemakel after an icemaking cycle you may hear tile ice cubes dropping into the i...

Page 25: ...ure controls See About the controls set at the coldest setting Temperature control not set See About the controls cold enough Warm weather or frequent Set the temperature conn ol one step colden door openings See About the controls Door left open Check to see if package is holding door open Door left open Check to see if package is holding door open Too frequent or too long door openings Icemaker ...

Page 26: ...of baking soda in tile refrigerator replace every three months Interior needs cleaning See Care and cleaning Too frequent or too long door openings Interio_lightdoes No power at outlet Replace fuse or reset the breakel Light buIb burned out See Replacing the light bulbs _refrig_i Normal air flow cooling motor In the refrigeration process it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the ref...

Page 27: ...aining value of your contract No questions asked lt s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishu ashm washer and drym range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency smwice 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 against ex...

Page 28: ...umber Serial Number I I I I I I I I I I I IIIIIII 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 _ Ms _ Mrs _ Miss_ Ei_st I I_st I Name I I I I I I...

Page 29: ... service delays beyond their reasonable 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 IMPORTANT WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Damage to finish after ...

Page 30: ...the sealed refrigerating system 7_Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product _S Improper iustaBation delivery or maintenance 7_Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially _S Loss of food due to spoilage 7_Damage caused after delivery 7_Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers _S Replacement o...

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Page 32: ...while your warranty is still 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 ear 1 888 261 2133 v __ PartsandAccessories In the U S www GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VI...

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