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Refrigerators

Bottom Freezer

239D4106P009 49-60683 01-13 GE

Safety Instructions

  . . . . . . . . . . . .2,  3

Operating Instructions 

Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,  5 

Controls   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6–9 

Dispenser*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 

Autofill* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 

Water  Filter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 

Fresh  Food  Storage  Options  . . . . .13,14 

Climate Zone & Temperature  

Controlled  Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15,16 

Freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 

Automatic Ice maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 

Care and Cleaning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   19 

Replacing the Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 

 

Installation Instructions

 

Preparing to Install the 

Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21,  22   

Installing  the  Refrigerator . . . . . . . 23–33 

Installing  the  Water  Line . . . . . . . . 34–36 

 

Troubleshooting Tips

  . . . . . . 38,  39 

Normal  Operating  Conditions  . . . . . . .37 

Truth or Myth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40,  41

 

 

Consumer Support 

GE 

Brillion™ Get Connected  

  Starter Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 

Warranty for U.S. Customers . . . . . . . .43 

RPWF Water Filter Cartridge Limited  

  Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 

Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . . . . .45   

State of California Water Treatment  

   Device Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 

Consumer Support . . . . . . . . Back Cover

Write the model and serial 
numbers here:

Model # ____________________

Serial #  ____________________

Find these numbers on a label  
on the left side, near the middle  
of the refrigerator compartment.

GE and GE Profile™ models 

Models that start with PFE, GFE, DFE,  

and GNE are  Standard Depth Models (SD)

Models that start with PYE and PWE  

are Counter Depth Models (CD)

Owner’s Manual and 

Installation Instructions

Lock 

Control

Water

Cubed

Auto

Fill

Precise

Fill

Light

*Select Models Only

Summary of Contents for PFE29PSDSS

Page 1: ...s 37 Truth or Myth 40 41 Consumer Support GE Brillion Get Connected Starter Kit 42 Warranty for U S Customers 43 RPWF Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty 44 Performance Data Sheet 45 State of Cali...

Page 2: ...the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in Do not clean glass sh...

Page 3: ...fied electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded Where a standard 2 prong wall outlet is encountered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly...

Page 4: ...tems Dual ice maker utility bin on some models An ice maker in both compartments gives you more ice whenever you need it or a utility bin designed for flexible storage QuickSpace shelf Functions as a...

Page 5: ...sides and bin will drop down 3 Reverse to reinstall Door ice water filter Remove filter bypass plug Push the indent on the cover and open filter door Pull up on filter bypass plug and pull straight ou...

Page 6: ...F F Actual Temp Hold 3 sec Set Temp Ice Top Ice Bottom ON OFF ON OFF EnergySmart Replace Water Filter Door Alarm Reset Filter Ice Maker Turbo Cool Lock Controls Dispenser Light Water Crushed Cubed Tu...

Page 7: ...em access SETTINGS from the HOME screen Page over and tap COOLING SYSTEM OFF Press DONE to return to HOME screen Turning the cooling system off stops the cooling to refrigerator but it does not shut o...

Page 8: ...ispenser light LED lighting that can be turned on off to light your dispenser Door Alarm Sounds to alert when the freezer or fresh food doors have been left open Reset filter Press and hold for 3 seco...

Page 9: ...trols Style D Internal Controls GNE26 PWE23 Door Alarm Sounds to alert when the freezer or fresh food doors have been left open Reset Filter Hold for 3 seconds after replacing filter Lock Controls Pre...

Page 10: ...ispenser Tray out until it stops Locate tab in the center on the bottom and push up Pull Dispenser Tray assembly out Lift metal Dispenser Tray out at center notch to clean To reinstall Dispenser Tray...

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Page 12: ...e system A newly installed filter cartridge will cause water to spurt from the dispenser Use a large pitcher or sports bottle to catch the water spray DO NOT use the hot water dispenser or hands free...

Page 13: ...ottom of the shelf locks into place Spillproof Shelves Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustabl...

Page 14: ...carried from refrigerator to work area To remove Lift bin straight up then pull out To replace or relocate Slide in the bin just above the molded door supports and push down The bin will lock in place...

Page 15: ...fruits and vegetables organized in separate compartments for easy access Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry 15 About the climate zo...

Page 16: ...sh the drawer in to closed position How to Remove and Replace the Adjustable Deli Produce Drawer To remove Pull the drawer out to the stop position Raise the front side of the divider to unhook it fro...

Page 17: ...the stop position Remove freezer door bin by pushing plastic tab on either left or right side to release bin hinge pin Remove freezer basket by lifting up the rear of the basket and moving basket rear...

Page 18: ...te stale and shrink NOTE In homes with lower than average water pressure you may hear the ice maker cycle multiple times when making one batch of ice Lift and pull Ice Box Door Feeler Arm Ice maker Di...

Page 19: ...return it to position by pushing it straight in Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to the floor covering or refrigerator Lower the leveling legs until they touch the floo...

Page 20: ...ompartment and on the bottom of the fresh food doors to light the freezer compartment An authorized technician will need to replace the LED light If this assembly needs to be replaced call GE Service...

Page 21: ...tallation can vary Water Line Installation 30 minutes 3URSHU LQVWDOODWLRQ LV WKH UHVSRQVLELOLW RI WKH LQVWDOOHU 3URGXFW IDLOXUH GXH WR LPSURSHU LQVWDOODWLRQ LV QRW FRYHUHG under the Warranty PREPARATI...

Page 22: ...k We strongly recommend that two people move and complete this installation Moving THE REFRIGERATOR DIMENSIONS All measurements are given with leveling leg fully retracted SD CD Overall Height to Top...

Page 23: ...n the set screws with the 1 8 Allen wrench and remove the handle NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1 4 Allen wrench 2 Mounting Fasteners Leave film on until a...

Page 24: ...Note when removing door to prevent damage to door and electronics carefully place the door in a proper location Note The lower door hinge pin and hinge are keyed and must be matched correctly for the...

Page 25: ...screws REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS cont Note for proper installation later please follow the next step carefully F Remove the tape and keeping the door as straight as possible open the door to 90 t...

Page 26: ...door on any other surfaces to avoid scratches Push the slide mechanism back completely until it self retracts A B C 6 REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR Pull the slide Mechanism to full extension using both h...

Page 27: ...using 3 32 hex key clockwise by quarter to half a rotation Step 3 Adjust set screw counter clockwise if gap at the bottom is too big see template Turn the set screw using 3 32 hex key counter clockwi...

Page 28: ...using the T 27 screw driver 8 A B REMOVE PACKAGING A Remove all tape foam and protective packing from shelves and drawers 10 LEVEL THE FREEZER DOOR cont Lift the door on the side requiring adjustment...

Page 29: ...oor bracket as a template for marking the holes based upon your configuration and type of construction as shown in Step 3 Mark the hole locations with a pencil nail or awl NOTE W LV 5 48 5 WR XVH DW O...

Page 30: ...loor 0RXQW WKH DQWL WLS IORRU EUDFNHW E IDVWHQLQJ the 2 or recommended 4 10 16 hex head screws tightly into place as illustrated in Figure 3 A AT 4 POSITIONING THE REFRIGERATOR TO ENGAGE THE ANTI TIP...

Page 31: ...e line for at least 2 minutes If you are using copper tubing place a compression nut and ferrule sleeve onto the end of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply If you are using the GESmartC...

Page 32: ...legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator counterclockwise to lower it NOTICE To avoid possible property damage the leveling legs must be firmly touching the floor 14 A Flat Head Screwdriver LEVEL THE...

Page 33: ...To place bins into doors Match your bin with the letter shown Position the bin hooks over the bin locator and push forward until inserted fully Bin locator each side Bin hook rear each side Push bin d...

Page 34: ...When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply press and hold both the CRUSHED and CUBED buttons together for 3 seconds to re engage the ice maker For Non LCD Models If the refrigerator...

Page 35: ...ut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting Do not cut formed end from GE SmartConnect Refrigerator tubing 6KXWRII YDOYH WR FRQQHFW WR WKH FROG ZDWHU OLQH The shuto...

Page 36: ...water is clear Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart 1 liter or 2 minutes of water has been flushed through the tubing FLUSH OUT THE TUBING 8 SmartConnect Tubing Fasten the shuto...

Page 37: ...pping sounds when the refrigerator is first plugged in This happens as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a...

Page 38: ...is off See About Controls Water has poor taste odor Water dispenser has not been used for a long time Dispense water until all water in system is replenished Water in glass is warm Normal when refrig...

Page 39: ...y of USB Photos not in JPEG format Camera PC used with USB cord Make sure the photos are in the root direc tory in your USB Photos must be in JPEG format Must use a USB drive AUTO FILL under fill no f...

Page 40: ...e bucket to the maximum capacity I should dispense 12 and 18 hours after installation TRUE Dispensing 3 4 cubes 12 hours and 18 hours after installation allows ice to disperse within the ice bucket wh...

Page 41: ...re made TRUE While purging the air from the water system check all water line connections for leaks Check the connection to the household water supply at back of refrigerator and door water line conne...

Page 42: ...PRVWDW WKDW you can manage from your computer or iPhone iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc Maintenance Alerts Get text or email alerts if your Brillion enabled appliances need attention as...

Page 43: ...o state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 Staple your recei...

Page 44: ...the water lter cartridge due to water pressure that is outside the speci ed operating range or due to excessive sediment in the water supply Damage to the product caused by accident re oods or acts o...

Page 45: ...not install where water hammer conditions may occur If water hammer conditions exist you must install a water hammer arrester Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain how to check for thi...

Page 46: ...lowing health related contaminants Cysts Asbestos Lead Mercury CA AB1953 Low Lead Compliant Atrazine Benzene Carbofuran Lindane p Dichlorobenzene Toxaphene 2 4 D VOC s by chloroform surrogate Microbio...

Page 47: ...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 GEAp...

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