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Light Bulb Replacement
Fresh Food Compartment-Upper Light

1. Unplug refrigerator.

2. Pull off temperature control knobs.

3. 

Pull the bottom of the light shield down and forward,

then rotate the top up and off.

After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall light shield.

Fresh Food Compartment–Lower Light

This light is located behind a shield at the rear
of the fresh food compartment

1. Grasp the top edge of the shield and lift it up

and forward to free its top edge.

2. After replacing with the same size bulb, hook
the top of the shield back in place.

Freezer Compartment

1. Remove shelf just below light

panel. (Shelf will be easier to
remove if it is emptied first.)

3. Pull plastic light panel toward
you. (It will bend to free tabs fro

grooves.)

After replacing with same size bulb,
reinstall panel and shelf.

When you goon vacation

When you move

For extended vacations or absences, shut off power
to refrigerator, move the fresh food control to OFF
position, and clean interior with baking soda solution
of one tablespoon of soda to one quart of water. Wipe
dry. To prevent odors, leave open box of soda in
refrigerator. Leave doors open.

For shorter vacations, 

remove perishable foods and

leave controls at regular settings. However, if room
temperature is expected to drop below 

 follow

same instructions as for extended vacations.

Move 

 feeler arm to STOP (up) position and

be sure to shut off water supply to the refrigerator.

Disconnect power cord from wall outlet, remove all
food, and clean and dry the interior.

Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and
storage pans by taping them securely in place to
prevent damage.

Be sure refrigerator stays in 

 

 during

actual moving and in van. Refrigerator must be
secured in van to prevent movement. Protect outside
of refrigerator with blanket.

Refrigerator Location

Clearances

Do not instill refrigerator where temperature

Allow the following clearances for ease of

will go below 

 because it will not run often

installation and proper air circulation:

enough to maintain proper temperatures.

Sides ......518” ......1”

Top

Back . . . . . . 1“

Do install it on a floor strong enough to

If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side,

support a fully loaded refrigerator.

allow 3/4” for door clearance.

Also see Energy-Saving Tips regarding location.

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Summary of Contents for TFHA22R

Page 1: ...pace Shelves 10 Storage Drawers 9 Temperature Controls 7 Care and Cleaning Condenser 11 Drawers 12 Light Bulb Replacement 13 Water Filter Accessory 12 Consumer Services 19 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Repair Service 2 Warranty back cover Problem Solver 16 18 More uuestions call GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 aPreparation Clearances 13 aInstallation Installation 15 Models TFHA22R TFHA24R TFHB22R TFHB2...

Page 2: ...r operating problems that you can correct yourself E RGY SA G TWS Location of your refrigerator is important Avoid Be sure the doors are closed tightly Before leaving locating it next to your range a heating vent or where the house or retiring for the night check to be sure the the sun will shine directly on it doors haven t been left open accidentally Close the doors as soon as possible particula...

Page 3: ...se refrozen foods as soon as possible t5 either the plug or connector end save as much of tbeir eting quality as you em When moving your refrigerator away from th wall be carefd not to roll over or d ge the 0 unp ug your bforo Cleting power cord and m ng repairs NQtc We strbngly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qutifi d o m not dlOW chfldren to c b2 smnd or thereMgerator They efo r l...

Page 4: ...ximately 120 cubes in a 24 hour fine a ordeBcati crysti they cwcraekor period epending on freezer compartment hip from the combined pressure of your hwd temperature room temperature number of door esshg openings and other use conditions into tie wntainer rnterrnitte t dispensing of ice is norma If ice Ü Ice sbotid be dis nsed Mfm tith flow interruption is more than brief ice clum s mda or other be...

Page 5: ...an empty storage bin will pileup close to the icem er and push the feeler arm up to the STOP position prematurely when the bin is only partially full Open the ice access door reach in level the cubes by hand and icemaking will resume Keeping cubes distributed evenly will allow the icem er to produce enough ice to fill the bin to its maximum capacity Under certain mre circumstances ice cubes maybe ...

Page 6: ...in Storage Bin The icemaker ejects cubes in groups of eight and it is normal for several cubes to be joined together However if you don t use the ice very often ice clumps may form in the storage bin and can clog the dispenser If this happens Remove storage bin from freezer compartment c Break up ice clumps with fingertip pressure and discard remaining clumps Replace bin before remaining cubes mel...

Page 7: ...efrigerator to reach the temperature you set Automatic Energy Saver System No Defrosting You won t find an energy saver Many refrigerators use special It is not necessary to defrost the switch on this refrigerator electric heaters This refrigerator freezer or fresh food compartments Warm liquid from the refrigerator s needs none That s why th re is no Your refrigerator is designed and condenser is...

Page 8: ...getable drawe they ve been designed to preserve the natural moisture and frmhness of produce Covering vegetables with a moist towel helps maintain crispness As a further aid to freshness prepackaged vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping Cheese Wrap we with wax paper or ahuninurn fed or put in a plastic bag Carefully wrap to expel air and help prevent mold Store prepackaged cheese in ...

Page 9: ...d to the cover at the front and back out and the drawer wiped dry edges Always push the drawer all the way in Convertible Meat Keeper The Convertible II I II Set control lever to MEAT the coldest setting to of cold air from the freezer compartment to flow around the drawer The variable temperature control regulates the air flow Meat Pan drawer store fresh meats If lever is left in meat position fo...

Page 10: ...ent tipping spilling and sliding To remove Lift Porta Bin straight up until mounting hooks disengage To relocate Select desired shelf height engage Porta Bin s i i ho k in slots on the tracks of the door and push in Porta Bin will lock in place Freezer baskets on some models Wire slide out freezer baskets can be pulled out for easy access to frozen foods Multi Position Shelves in Freezer Compartme...

Page 11: ... a residue that can erode the paint Do not use scouring pads powdered cleaners bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish Protect the paint finish me finish on the outside of the refrigerator is a high quality baked on paint finish With proper care it will stay new looking and rust free for years Apply a coat of kitchetiappliance wax when th...

Page 12: ... higher than the drawer supports tilt it and take it out 6 If tape holds Convertible Meat Pan cover to drawer supports remove the tape Pull drawer partway out Reach in push the rear of the glass up and at the same time back until it clears front corner retainers 7 Tilt and remove the cover 8 Tilt and remove the drawer After cleaning replace in reverse order 9 Reinstall the gasket at the rear of th...

Page 13: ...revent odors leave open box of soda in refrigerator Leave doors open For shorter vacations remove perishable foods and leave controls at regular settings However if room temperature is expected to drop below 60 F follow same instructions as for extended vacations Move icemaker feeler arm to STOP up position and be sure to shut off water supply to the refrigerator Disconnect power cord from wall ou...

Page 14: ...of gravity to help close them securely f screws clockwise to raise To adjust rollers remove tout F the base grille by grasping it at the bottom and pulling Turn roller adiustin refrigerator counterclockwise to lower it Use adjustable wrench 3 8 hex head bolt or pliers To replace base grille align prongs on back of grille with clamps in cabinet and push forward until grille snaps into place E Water...

Page 15: ... larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord CAUTION Attaching adapter ground terminal to wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless cover screw is metal and not insulated and wall outlet is grounded through house wiring You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded Whe...

Page 16: ...ref gerators with more storage space md a lwgeg Z compartment uire more o rating time No when mffigeratur i f st delivered to OW b Hsu m BhS Z hours to completely cooldown Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled ur mn Hot weather frequent door openings Door left open Temperature controls are set too cold Ref r to k 8 k of EW RE CONTROLS GriUe and condenser n d cleting Refer to c ...

Page 17: ... coverod wrapped or sealed pro rly y have been left ajar or package holding door open or too long door openings or freezer compartments may be fer to Care and Cle ng section filter see W ter Filter cting refrigerator to home Sometimes cubes fuse to the side of the ice mold ad hold the feeler arm in the STOP up position Remove this ice to restart the icem er When meting for cubes by hand you may ha...

Page 18: ...n succeeding gl ses E water reservoir has been drained Wow seved huurs for replenished supply to chill Water supply line turned off or not comecbd Supply line may be clogged witi sediment Normal warmth is created by automatic en rgy saver system wm liquid around front edge of freezer comm nt to lp prevent condensation on outside of refrigerator in hot huid weather Not unusual dutig periods of high...

Page 19: ...nty expires Pur chase a GE contract whale your war mty is stall in effect and you ll receive a subs tid discount WitA a mdtiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Telecommunication Detice for tie Deaf Pam andAccesories 800 626 2002 hdividurds qutified to setice their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts system pr...

Page 20: ...our Facto Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to Replacement of house fuses or I teach you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material If you then have any ques...

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