GE PTC22MFMALBB and Owner'S Manual And Installation Download

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Page 1: ...erator 17 19 Reversing the Door Swing 25 30 Trim Kit_s and Panels 13 16 Water Line Installation 20 24 Troubleshooting Tips 31 34 Normal Operating Sounds 31 Consumer Support Consuiner Support Back Cover Performance Data Sheet 58 Product Registration 35 56 State of Calitornia Water Treatment Device Certificate 39 Warranty Canadian 40 Warranty U S 41 Write the model and serial numbers hero Model Seri...

Page 2: ...d surfaces _In refiigerators with antomafic icemakers avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element located on the bottom of the icemaken Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refiigerator is plugged in Keep fingers out of the pinch point areas clearances between the doors and hetween the doors and cabinet are necess...

Page 3: ...ing system that used CFCs chlorofluorocarbons CFCs are believed to harm sn atospheric ozone If you are throwdng away your old refiigerato_ make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed fbr proper disposal by a qualified servicm lfyou intentionally release this CFC refiigerant you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation USE OFEXTENSION CORDS Because of pote...

Page 4: ...ot use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end When moving the refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS _Adapt_r plugs not permitted in Canada Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug Howevm if you must use an adapte_ wh...

Page 5: ... freezer compartment Refrigerator Control The refligerator control maintains dm temperature dlroughout dm refrigerator compartment Moving the refiigerator control to OFF stops cooling in both areas refrigerator and freezer but does not shut off power to dm refligeraton After changingthe controls allow 24hoursfor the refrigeratorto reachthe temperatureyouhaveset IMPORTANT When placing food packages...

Page 6: ...dge will rotate about 1 4 turn _Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes about 1 gallons 6 liter to clear the system and prevent sputtering NOTE A newlyqnstalled water filter cartridge may cause watar ta spurt from the dispenser Filter Bypass Plug You must use the filWr bypass plug when a replacement filmr cartridge is not available The dispenser and the icemaker will not operate without tim fil...

Page 7: ...e lift the bin housing up and out of the supports on the door You do not have to remove the bin fi om the housing when moving it Rearranging the Shelves Shelvesin the fl esh food and fi ee_r compartments are adjustable To Remove ToRep_ee Slide Out Spillproof Shelves Spillproof sbelves have special edges m help prevent spills from dripping m lower shelves The shelves slide forward and backward for ...

Page 8: ... the left side and the lever is set at coldest air fi om the fi eezer is forced 0 around the pan to keep it very cold You can move the pan to any location if you don t want the extra cold storage The settings cml be adjusted anywhere between 4 cold and i coldest When set at ii cold the pan will stay at the normal refiigerator temperature The i coldest setting provides the coldest storage area Abou...

Page 9: ...witch to I on The green light will come on The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to 15 F 10 C A ne My 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 fi eler arm When the bin fills to the level of the J eeler arm the icemaker will stop produci...

Page 10: ...n back until it clicks into place If the bin does not go all the way back remove it and rotate the drive mechanism 1 4 turn Then push tim bin back again Important Facts About YourDispenser NAdd ice befbre filling the glass with a beverage This will prevent splashing 5 Do not add ice fi om trays or bags to the storage bin It may not crash or dispense well NAvoid overfilling a glass with ice or usin...

Page 11: ...side TOhelp prevent odors leave an open box of baking soda in the fresh food and freezer compartments Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning If this is not practical wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switehes lights or controls Use a arm water and baking soda solution about a tablespoon 15 ml of baking soda to a quart 1 liter of water _12qis both cleans and neutral...

Page 12: ...ified servicer drain the water supply system on some models to prevent serious property damage due to flooding Preparing to Move Secure all loose items such as grille shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Besure therefrigeratorstaysinan upright positionduringmoving Lightbulb Replacement lb replace a burned out bulb unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet...

Page 13: ...ess than 1 4 6 mm thick you need m create a filler panel such as 1 8 3 mm cardboard that will fit between the lace of the door mid the wood panel If you are installing the pre cut decorator panels pre cut filler panels are included in the kit The combined thickness of the decorator or wood pmlel mid the filler panel should be 1 4 6 mm 3 4 19 mm or Raised Panel A raised panel design screwed or glue...

Page 14: ...1cm F Areato berouted on backbendle TopView HandleSide side toabew for V mountingscrews 3r_m 13 4 44 cm _ _ BackofPanel i P _ I 2 6 5 cm _ _ Fingertip Clearance Frontof Panel _ _S The areas at the top of the freezer panels need to be cut out of the panels 5_ The shaded areas indicate areas that must be routed out by 1 8 3 mm on the backside handle side only of the 1 4 6 mm panel For panels less th...

Page 15: ...panel Push the filler panel required with some door panels in behind the decorator panel Reinstall the Top Trim on the Freezer Door Using a 1 20 Torx Driver reinstall tim two screws attaching tbe Top l_ im Tighten two screws to 30 in lbs torque Insert the Refrigerator Panel Carefully push the panel in until it slides into tim slot behind the door handle Push tim filler panel required with some doo...

Page 16: ... pressing the trim with your hand as the adhesive is exposed Install the Refrigerator Door Side Trim Fit the Side Trim over the ends of the refrigerator door Top and Bottom Trim as illustramd Attach the Side _Ii im to the door using the two screws removed in Stop 2 Make sure the Side lYim is fitting correctly and that you are satisfied with the appearance of all parts before pulling the two pieces...

Page 17: ...supply kit containing robing shutoff valve fittings and instructions is available at extra cost fi om your dealm by visiting our Website at www GEApplimaees com in Canada at www geapplimaees ca or fi om Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 in Canada 1 888 261 3055 REFRIGERATOR LOCATION Do not install the refi igerator where the tcmperamre will go below 60 F 16 C because it will not rtm often enough ...

Page 18: ...base grille by pulling it out at the bottom Turn the two front roller FrontRoller adjusting screws clockwise AdjustingScrew to raise the refrigerator counterdockMse to lower it Use a 3 8 socket wrench adjustable wrench or pliers CustomSryle TM models also RearRoller AdjustingScrew have rear adjustable rollers so you can align the refrigerator with your kitchen calfinets Use a 5 16 socket wrench to...

Page 19: ...nt the refiigerator fl om tipping ovm you must do one of the following Install the refrigerator in ml alcove or wall recess with a sotTKheight of 70 4 178 4 cm Install a 9 5 1 cm x 4 10 cm wood block the full width of the refrigerator Secure the block with a minimum of three 3 wood _rews penen ating at least 3 4 19 mm into wall studs SideView SideView 19 ...

Page 20: ...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 the 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 4 oute r ...

Page 21: ... a GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing kit the necessary fittings are preassembled to the tubing If your existing copper water line has a flared fit6ng at the end you will need an adapter available at plumbing supply stores to connect the water line to the refi igerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting Do not cut formed end from GE Smar...

Page 22: ...e to drill a 1 4 hole may resuh in reduced ice production or smaller cubes FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoffvalve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp PipeClamp_ Saddle Type _4 Vertical Cold ShutoffValve Water Pipe NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consuh with your license...

Page 23: ...and use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult with your licensed plumber CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES Before making the connection m the refrigerator be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet We recommend installing a water filter if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of tile refi igerator s water valve Install it in...

Page 24: ... position You may need to pry open the clamp Tubing Clamp 1 4 Tubing SmartConnect TM Tubiag TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak Reatvach the access covm PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR zM range the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refi igerator or against the wall Push the refi igerator back to the wall START THE ICEMAKER Set the icem...

Page 25: ...EED Phillipsscrewdriver Maskiegtape 7 16 aed 1 4 socket aedratchet Needleeosepliers T 20orT 25TorxDriver whicheveryour model requires Puttyknifeor thie Nade screwdriver REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR Tape the door shut with masking tape With a 1 4 socket and ratchet remove the hinge cover on top of tim freezer door Remove the two ibrx screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet 32qen lift the hinge str...

Page 26: ...e it on the other side NOTE If tim washer is not on the hinge bracket check to see if it is stock to the bottom of the door Using a T 20 To_x Drives remove the stability leg from the left side and reinstall it on the other side Install the bottom hinge bracket on the left side 26 TRANSFER THE SPRING AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO THE LEFT Using needle nose pliers tightly grip the spring and unhook it from ...

Page 27: ...closure from the reversibility kit The reversibility kit is taped onto the bottom shelf of the reti igerator door If you have misplaced the kit a new one can be ordered WR49M30g WR49M306 WR49M311 WR49M310 WR49M305 WR49M308 KIT LH White KIT Rtt Whim KIT LH Bisque KIT Rtt Bisque KIT LH Black KIT Rtt Black Contact GE Parts Accessories 800 626 2002 or visit our Website w_ a_GEAppliances com In Canada ...

Page 28: ...the door and place the assembly aside Long Handle Short Handle H01e_ 1 e Pin _ e i After removing the handle Move the small plug buttons from the top right side of the door top and insert flmm into tim holes on tim opposite side Buttons Move the large plug button from the left edge of the door and insert it into the hole on the opposite side PlugButton 28 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE R...

Page 29: ...OR STOPS CAM RISER AND CAM CLOSURE On the freezer door install the left hand door stop cam riser spacer shims and aluminum foil to the left bottom flange i t 29 REINSTALL DOOR STOPS CAM RISER AND CAM CLOSURE CONT On the refiigerator door install the left hand door stop cam closure spacer shims and aluminum foil to the left bottom flange AA REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR Lower the refrigerator door o...

Page 30: ...ket Support the door on the handle side and make sure tim door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the front While holding the door in place tighten the top hinge screws To avoid scratching the corner cap adjust the bottom hinge pin so that there is a 1 16 1 5 mm gap between the door stop and the top of tim door corller cap Reinstall the top hinge cover 1 16 1 5ram Gap 3O ...

Page 31: ...urning tim refi igerator on or off The timer also produces a sound similar to an electric clock _Plastic Liner Cracking or popping sotmds may Ix heard due to expansion of dm plastic liner _Water Valve on models equipped with an automatic icemaker When the icemaker fills with water you may hear a click a buzzing sotmd or running watm _WaterPan Water may Ix heard nmning into the drain pan during tim...

Page 32: ...ft open Check to me if package is holding door open or closing mechanism is not engaged Too frequent or too long door openings Ieemaker power switch in Set the power switch re the I on position the 0 Off posltion_ Water supply turned off or See Installing the water line not connected Freezer comparmaent Wait 24 hours for the refiigerator re completely too warm cool down Piled up cubes in the stora...

Page 33: ...rst half lass used for a period of time of water to he warm because this water has Ix en resting in the tube between the chilling reservoir and the dispenser Water supply line turned See Installing the water line off or not connected Air may be trapped in the Press the dispenser pad tot at least two minutes water system Water Filter clogged Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plu...

Page 34: ...in wax on fhce of gaskeL sticking or folding over ii Your floor covering supplier should be consulted if you object re this discoloration Normal air flow cooling motor In the refrigeration process it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the ref l_erator Some floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe temperatures Defrost heater is on This is normal Water filter clogged New...

Page 35: ... remaining value of your contract No questions asked lt s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwashm washer mid drym range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and tood spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable household products are promcted against...

Page 36: ...l Nmnber 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 D Ms D Mrs D MissD First I Dast I Name I I I I I I I I I Name...

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Page 38: ...2 8 8 2 bar non shock N Pemperature 33 100 F 0 6 38 C _ Flow raW 0 5 gpm 1 9 lpm General Installation Operation Maintenance Requirements _Flush new cartridge at flfll flow for 3 miimtes to purge out trapped ain _ Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow Special Notices _ Installation instructions parts and service availability and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped _T...

Page 39: ...org c F otozoo t y _ea _ting requirements pursuant to Section ontamlnants snt_diolo_leal Contaminants _StOS Organic Contaminants Atrazine Lindane 2 4 D Rated Service Capacity 300 gallons Rated Service Flow 0 5 gpm Do not use where water is microblologlcaliy unsafe or with water of unknown quality except that systems elal_g cyst reduction my be used on water containing cysts 500 gallons for models ...

Page 40: ...ol 3 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 4 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 installation ...

Page 41: ...r and in home service to replace the defective part _NService 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 spoiNge _ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers _ Damage to the product caused by accident fire flood...

Page 42: ...ou 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 warranvy expires In Canada call 1 888 261 2133 v __ PartsandAccessories 111the U S www GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are ac...

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