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Write 
down the
model &
serial
numbers

You’ll see them on a label inside the fresh food
compartment at the top on the right side.

Please write these numbers on the Consumer
Product Ownership Registration Card included
with the packing material. 

Before sending in this card, please also write
these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or
service calls concerning your refrigerator.

If you
received a
damaged
refrigerator

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder)
that sold you the refrigerator.

Save time 
& money

Before you request service, check the Problem
Solver in the back of this manual.

It lists causes of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.

If you 
need 
service

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services 
page in the back of this manual. 

We’re proud of our service and want you to be
pleased. If for some reason you are not happy 
with the service you receive, here are steps to
follow for further help.

For customers in the USA:

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. 
In most cases, this will solve the problem. 

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

For customers in Canada:

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. 
In most cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details—including your phone number to:

Manager, Consumer Relations
Mabe Canada Inc.
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3

Consumer Information

Stainless Steel Refrigerator

Summary of Contents for Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Free-Standing Refrigerators

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Side by Side Stainless Steel Free Standing Refrigerators ...

Page 2: ... 3 Performance Data Sheet 28 Problem Solver 23 27 Product Registration 3 Safety Instructions 4 7 State of California Water Treatment Device Certificate 29 Warranty Back Cover Care and Cleaning Cleaning Outside and Inside 20 Light Bulb Replacement 22 Moving 21 Vacation 21 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker 17 18 Additional Features 15 Crispers and Pans 16 CustomCool 10 11 Ice and Water Dispe...

Page 3: ...obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this manual We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are steps to follow for further help For customers in the USA FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you a...

Page 4: ... necessarily small Be careful closing doors when children are in the area Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual Before replacing a burned out light bulb the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament A burned out light bulb may break when being replac...

Page 5: ...ds sont toujours étroits Soyez prudent lorsque vous fermez les portes de l appareil en présence des enfants Débranchez votre réfrigérateur avant de le nettoyer et de le réparer REMARQUE Nous vous recommandons vivement de confier toute réparation à un technicien qualifié Avant de remplacer une ampoule grillée le réfrigérateur doit être débranché afin d éviter tout contact avec un fil sous tension U...

Page 6: ... which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherw...

Page 7: ... Cette précaution est recommandée pour garantir un rendement optimum et éviter une surcharge des circuits électriques de la résidence ce qui pourrait créer un risque d incendie par surschauffe des fils Ne débranchez jamais l appareil en tirant le cordon d alimentation Saisissez fermement la fiche du cordon et tirez droit pour la retirer de la prise Réparez ou remplacez immédiatement tout cordon ef...

Page 8: ...een set the temperature display will return to the actual fresh food and freezer temperatures after 5 seconds Several adjustments may be required Each time you adjust controls allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set To turn the cooling system off tap the warmer pad for either the fresh food compartment or the freezer until the display shows OFF To turn the unit ba...

Page 9: ...compressor will continue to run until the refrigerator compartment cools to approximately 34 F 1 C then it will cycle on and off to maintain this setting After 8 hours or if TurboCool is pressed again the refrigerator compartment will return to the original setting TurboCool Stainless Steel Refrigerator How to use 1 Press TurboCool The refrigerator temperature display will show TC 2 After TurboCoo...

Page 10: ...w ExpressChill or SelectTemp pad The display and SET light will come on Tap the pad until the light appears next to the desired setting Use the chart to determine the best setting to use To stop a feature before it is finished tap that feature s pad until no options are selected and the display is off During ExpressThaw and ExpressChill the display on the controls will count down the time in the c...

Page 11: ... Produce Setting 35 F Strawberries Raspberries Kiwifruit Pears Cherries Blackberries Grapes Plums Nectarines Apples Asparagus Broccoli Corn Mushrooms Spinach Cauliflower Kale Green Onion Beets Onions Meat Setting 31 F Raw Meat Fish and Poultry CustomCool Stainless Steel Refrigerator CustomCool chart NOTE Results may vary depending on packaging starting temperature and other food traits How to remo...

Page 12: ... the cartridge and the cartridge holder place the top of the new cartridge up inside the holder Do not push it up into the holder 4 Slowly turn it to the right until the filter cartridge stops DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN As you turn the cartridge it will automatically raise itself into position Cartridge will rotate about 1 4 turn 5 Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes about one and a half gallons to...

Page 13: ...in straight up then lift up and out To replace or relocate Engage the back side of the bin in the molded supports of the door Then push down on the front of the bin Bin will lock in place Small Bins To remove Lift the front of the bin straight up then out To replace Position the bin above the rectangular molded supports on the door Then slide the bin down onto the support to lock it in place The s...

Page 14: ...ast the stop position and slide out NOTE Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in before you close the door Slide out freezer shelves To remove lift the shelf up at the left side and then bring the shelf out Fixed freezer shelves This rack holds up to 5 cans one bottle of wine or one 2 liter bottle of soda The rack hangs from the sides of the dairy bin To remove 1 Empty the wine beverage...

Page 15: ... this detent point the door will remain open to allow you to load and unload food more easily When the door is only partially open it will automatically close The resistance you feel at the detent position will be reduced as the door is loaded with food When the door is only partially open it will automatically close Beyond this detent the door will stay open Additional Features Stainless Steel Re...

Page 16: ... flow to the pan The variable temperature control regulates the air flow from the Climate Keeper Set the control to the coldest setting to store fresh meats Set the control to cold to convert the pan to normal refrigerator temperature and provide extra vegetable storage space The cold air duct is turned off Variable settings between these extremes can be selected Convertible meat pan Crispers can ...

Page 17: ...cing 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 Special notes Dispenser models have a tilt out ice bin The bin can be tilted out as shown in the illustrations and it will hold itself up while you take ice out or turn the icemaker power switch on and off Be sure to put the bin back in place before cl...

Page 18: ...itch to the O off position before removing the bin When replacing the bin be sure to press it firmly into place If it does not go all the way back remove it and rotate the drive mechanism 1 4 turn Then push the bin back again Removing ice bin Rotate Drive Mechanism 1 Lift the bin then pull it forward until the bin stops 2 Lift and pull forward again to remove the bin ...

Page 19: ...ne and to fill the water system To flush out impurities in the water line throw away the first 6 glassfuls of water wCAUTION Never put fingers or any other objects into the ice crusher discharge opening w ATTENTION Ne mettez jamais les doigts ou d autres objets dans l ouverture du distributeur 19 Spill Shelf Ice and Water Dispenser Stainless Steel Refrigerator Using the dispenser Do not add ice fr...

Page 20: ...6 2002 Order part number WX10X15 Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel Cleaning the outside Dispenser drip area To help 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 switches lights or controls Use warm wa...

Page 21: ...or Clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon 15 ml of baking soda to one quart 1 liter of water Leave the doors open Set the icemaker power switch to the O off position and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator If the temperature can drop below freezing have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding Preparin...

Page 22: ...t shield up and pull it out 4 After replacing the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage replace the shield and the knob 5 Plug the refrigerator back in Fresh food compartment lower light C O L D C O L D E S T Setting the controls to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit 1 Unplug the refrigerator 2 Remove the shelf just above the light shield The shelf will be easier to ...

Page 23: ... have more features and use newer technology HUMMM WHOOSH CLICKS POPS CRACKS and CHIRPS WATER SOUNDS Do you hear what I hear These sounds are normal For additional information on normal icemaker and dispenser operating sounds see the Automatic Icemaker and Ice and Water Dispenser sections The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you may hear a hig...

Page 24: ...ls FRESH FOOD Temperature controls not set cold enough OR FREEZER See Temperature Controls COMPARTMENT Warm weather or frequent door openings TOO WARM Door left open for long time Package may be holding door open FROST OR ICE Door left open or package holding door open CRYSTALS ON Too frequent or too long door openings FROZEN FOOD Frost within package is normal DIVIDER BETWEEN Automatic energy sav...

Page 25: ...erature control colder one step at a time until clumps do not form The dispenser is LOCKED Press and hold the CONTROL LOCK pad for 3 seconds An item is blocking or has fallen into the ice chute inside the top door bin of the freezer Remove any item that might be blocking or has fallen into the chute WATER HAS POOR Water dispenser has not been used for a long time Dispense water TASTE ODOR until al...

Page 26: ...ket PROPERLY A door bin is hitting a shelf inside the refrigerator Move the door bin up one position MOISTURE FORMS Not unusual during periods of high humidity Wipe surface dry ON OUTSIDE OF Door left open or package holding door open REFRIGERATOR MOISTURE Too frequent or too long door openings COLLECTS INSIDE In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened INTERIOR L...

Page 27: ...ours for the system to stabilize NOT EQUAL TO Warm food added to refrigerator Allow 24 hours for the system SET TEMPERATURE to stabilize Defrost cycle is in process Allow 24 hours for the system to stabilize SELECTTEMP Fresh food compartment temperature control is set at the warmest FEATURE IS setting This is normal In order to minimize energy usage the NOT WORKING SELECTTEMP feature is disabled w...

Page 28: ... psi 2 8 8 2 bar non shock Temperature 33 100 F 0 6 38 C Flow rate 0 5 gpm 1 9 lpm General Installation Operation Maintenance Requirements Flush new cartridge at full flow for 3 minutes to purge out trapped air 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 This d...

Page 29: ... State Zip City State Zip Signature Date Signature Date 29 State of California Department of Health Services Water Treatment Device Certificate Number Date Issued May 30 2000 Date Revised February 9 2001 1434 00 GE Smart Water Filtration Systems GWF06 GWF06 GE Smart Water Filtration Systems GWF GWF Hotpoint Refrigerator Systems HWF HWF General Electric Appliances Cysts protozoan Turbidity Asbestos...

Page 30: ...30 Notes Stainless Steel Refrigerator ...

Page 31: ...ervice will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories In the USA 800 626 2002 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent ...

Page 32: ...r beyond in the USA call 800 444 1845 In Canada 888 880 3030 Please have your serial number and model number available when calling for service Some states provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from...

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