TBX10SNBRWH - Fridge GE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TBX10SNBRWH GE

Safety Instructions .... 3

Operating Instructions, Tips

Air Discharge Outlet ....5

Food Storage Suggestions....5

Ice Trays 4

Shelves 4

Temperature Control Dial.... 4

Care and Cleaning

Beneath and Behind the Refrigerator..... 6

Cleaning Inside/Outside.... 6

Defrost Water Pan....6

Light Bulb Replacement....6

Problem Solver 11, 12

More questions ?...call

GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000

Preparation

Clearances....7

Location 7

Leveling Legs....7

Reversing the Door Swing 9, 10

Vacation and Moving Precautions ..... 7

Installation......8

Adapter Plug 8

Electrical Requirements.... 8

Extension Cords 8

Grounding....8

Consumer Services.... 13

Appliance Registration.... 2

Important Phone Numbers.... 13

Model and Serial Numbers ...... 2

Repair Service.... 2

Warranty Back Cover

HELP US HELP YOU

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You'll see them on a label on the back of the refrigerator.

These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your refrigerator.

Before sending in the registration card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

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

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new refrigerator properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you don't understand something or need more help, call:

GE Answer Center®

800.626.2000

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

If you received a damaged refrigerator...

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

Save time and money.

Before you request service...

Check the Problem Solver. It lists 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 guide.

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.

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

GE Appliances

Appliance Park

Louisville, KY 40225

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance.

WARNING—When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

- Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Guide.

• This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions

before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your refrigerator, you can obtain one by calling, toll free, the GE Answer Center®, 800.626.2000.

- 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 electrical service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

- When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

• Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
  • After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.
• Don't refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely.

- 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 replaced.) NOTE: Turning control to OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Proper Disposal of the Refrigerator.

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

• Take off the doors.
- Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

CFC Disposal

Your old refrigerator has a cooling system that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation.

Temperature Control Dial

The temperature control dial has settings from "MIN" to MAX" plus "OFF".

“MIN” is the warmest.

“MAX” is the coldest.

Initially set the temperature control dial at "3".

After using the refrigerator for 24 hours, adjust the temperature control to the setting that is best suited to your needs.

NOTE:

• If the refrigerator is unplugged or turned off, you must allow 3 minutes before starting it or plugging it back in. If you attempt to restart it in less than 3 minutes, it will not start.
• Turning the temperature control dial to "OFF" stops cooling but does not shut off power to the refrigerator.

5 4 MAX 3 OFF 2 MIN 1

SHELVES

Fresh Food Shelves Freezer Compartment Shelf

The shelves may be placed on any of the shelf supports to meet your varying storage needs.

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The shelf may be removed for storage of large items.

Ice Trays

Ice trays are designed to release ice cubes easily. Hold tray upside-down over a container and twist both ends to release cubes.

Illustration of hands holding a tray with cubes and scattered blocks (no text or symbols)

For only one or two ice cubes, leave the tray right-side up, twist both ends slightly and remove desired number of cubes.

Wash the ice trays by hand. Do not put them in the dishwasher. To remove mineral deposits, soak them in a vinegar/water solution (half vinegar and half water). Rinse well before using.

FOOD STORAGE SUGGESTIONS

Suggested storage times for meat and poultry*

Eating quality drops after time shown

DAYS INREFRIGERATORAT 35° to 40° F.(2° to 4°C.)

MONTHS INFREEZERAT 0°F.(-18°C.)

Fresh Meats

Roasts (Beef & Lamb)	3 to 5 6 to 12
Roasts (Pork & Veal)	3 to 5 4 to 8
Steaks (Beef)	3 to 5 6 to 12
Chops (Lamb)	3 to 5 6 to 9
Chops (Pork)	3 to 5 3 to 4
Ground & Stew Meats	1 to 2
Variety Meats	1 to 2 3 to 4
Sausage (Pork)	1 to 2 1 to 2

Processed Meats

Bacon	7 1
Frankfurters	7
Ham (Whole)	7 1 to 2
Ham (Half)	3 to 5 1 to 2
Ham (Slices)	3 1 to 2
Luncheon Meats	3 to 5 Freezing
Sausage (Smoked)	7 not recom-
Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry)	14 to 21 mended.

Cooked Meats

Cooked Meats and Meat Dishes...... 3 to 4 2 to 3

Gravy & Meat Broth ...... 1 to 2 2 to 3

Eating quality	DAYS IN	MONTHS IN
drops after time shown	REFRIGERATORAT 35° to 40° F.(2° to 4°C.)	FREEZERAT 0° F.(-18°C.)

Fresh Poultry

Chicken & Turkey (Whole)	1 to 2 12
Chicken (Pieces)	1 to 2 9
Turkey (Pieces)	1 to 2 6
Duck & Goose (Whole)	1 to 2 6
Giblets	1 to 2 3
Cooked Poultry
Pieces (Covered with Broth)	1 to 2 6
Pieces (Not Covered)	3 to 4 1
Cooked Poultry Dishes	3 to 4 4 to 6
Fried Chicken	3 to 4 4

(Other than for meats & poultry) FREEZER

Most fruits and vegetables	8-12 months
Lean fish	6-8 months
Fatty fish, rolls and breads, soups, stew, casseroles	2-3 months
Cakes, pies, sandwiches, leftovers (cooked),ice cream (original carton)	1 month max.

* U.S. Department of Agriculture

Meats, fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in quality and age; consequently, safe storage time in your refrigerator will vary.

Fresh Food Storage Tips

To store vegetables:

• Use the vegetable drawers. They have been designed to preserve the natural moisture and freshness 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.

Unfrozen meats, fish, and poultry:

• Always remove store wrappings.
- Rewrap in foil, plastic wrap or wax paper and refrigerate immediately.

Cheese:

• Wrap well with wax paper or aluminum foil, or put in a plastic bag.
• Carefully wrap to expel air and help prevent mold.
• Store prepackaged cheese in its own wrapping if you wish.

Tips on Freezing Foods

There are three essential requirements for efficient home freezing.

1. Initial quality. Freeze only top-quality foods. Freezing retains quality and flavor; it cannot improve quality.

2. Speed. The quicker fruits and vegetables are frozen after picking, the better the frozen product will be. You'll save time, too, with less culling and sorting to do.

3. Proper packaging. Use food wraps designed especially for freezing.

To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap well in freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping material), forming it carefully to the shape of the contents. This expels air. Fold and crimp ends of the package to provide a good, lasting seal. Don't refreeze meat that has been completely thawed; meat, whether raw or cooked, can be frozen successfully only once.

Fine-quality ice cream, with high cream content, will normally require slightly lower temperatures than more “airy” already-packaged brands with low cream content.

• It will be necessary to experiment to determine the freezer compartment location and temperature control setting to keep your ice cream at the right serving temperature.
• The rear of the freezer compartment is slightly colder than the front.

New techniques are constantly being developed. Consult the County Extension Service or your local Utility Company for the latest information on freezing and storing foods.

Air Discharge Outlet

These outlets are located in both the Fresh Food and Freezer compartments. Since cold air flows from them, avoid blocking them with large items.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning—Outside

The door caps (top and bottom) can be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid dishwashing detergent and water. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not wax the door caps.

Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth, lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel. These will leave a residue that can damage the paint.

Do not use scouring pads, powders or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish.

Protect the paint finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax when the refrigerator is new, and then at least twice a year.

Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and Parts Center.

Cleaning—Inside

Clean the inside of the fresh food and freezer compartments at least once a year. Unplug refrigerator before cleaning. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.

Apply an appliance wax/polish to the inside surface between the doors.

Use warm water and baking soda solution—about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry.

Other parts of the refrigerator—including door gaskets, vegetable drawer, ice trays and all plastic parts—can be cleaned the same way. After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape. Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners.

To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf. Change the box every three months. An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors.

Do not wash any of your refrigerator's plastic parts in your automatic dishwasher.

Beneath and Behind the Refrigerator

In the refrigerator process, it is normal that heat is expelled in the area under and behind the refrigerator. Some synthetic floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe operating temperatures. Your floor covering supplier should be consulted if you object to this discoloration.

Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces.

Defrost Water Pan Light

The defrost water pan is on the back of the refrigerator. To clean, remove the two screws and take the pan to the sink. Wash it by hand in warm water and mild detergent. Screw the pan securely in place to prevent defrost water from spilling onto the floor.

A light bulb and socket are located at the top of the fresh food compartment just behind the temperature control panel. To replace the bulb, unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet, unscrew the bulb when cool, and replace with same size bulb.

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PREPARATION

Refrigerator Location Clearances

Do not install refrigerator where temperature will go below 60^ F. because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures.

Do install it on a floor strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.

The location of your refrigerator is important. To save energy avoid locating it next to a range, a heating vent or where the sun will shine directly on it.

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation and proper air circulation.

Top 3"

Back 1"

Leveling Legs

Leveling legs near each front corner of the refrigerator are adjustable. They firmly position the refrigerator and prevent it from moving when the doors are opened. Leveling legs should be set so the front of the refrigerator is raised just enough that the doors close easily when opened about halfway.

Turn the leveling legs counterclockwise to raise the refrigerator, clockwise to lower it.

Preparing to Move Preparing for Vacation

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

Secure all loose items such as shelves, storage drawers and ice trays by taping them securely in place to prevent damage, and raise the leveling legs.

Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during actual moving and in the van. The refrigerator must be secured in the van to prevent movement. Protect the outside of the refrigerator with a blanket.

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

For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and leave the controls at regular settings. However, if room temperature is expected to drop below 60^ F., follow same instructions as for extended vacations.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT...Please Read Carefully

How to Connect Electricity

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard three-prong (grounding) wall outlet (Fig. 1) to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

PREFERRED METHOD Insure proper ground exists before use

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

If you have only a standard two-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUNDING) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.

Use of Adapter Plug

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a

TEMPORARY METHOD (Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada) Align large prongs/slots Insure proper ground and firm connection before use.

TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall outlet by use of a UL-listed adapter (Fig. 2), available at most local hardware stores.

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the 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.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use.

Should the adapter ground terminal break, DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established.

Electrical Requirements Use of Extension Cords

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet 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 overheating wires.

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

These instructions are for changing the hinges from the right side to the left side. If you ever want to change the hinges back to the right side, follow these same instructions (merely reverse all references to left and right).

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

• Read these instructions all the way through before starting.
• Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
  • Empty all door shelves.
• Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors.

ONCE YOU BEGIN

• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in the wrong places.
• When reinstalling door hinges, be sure to use the same number of shims and washers as were originally used.

TOOLS REQUIRED

• Blade screwdriver
  • Phillips screwdriver
• 5/16" socket wrench

Upper Hexagonal Head Screws Hinge Cap 1 Upper Hinge Hinge Cap 9 Hinge Plastic Cover and Screw 8 Spacer Hinge Stopper 10 Middle Hinge 13 Middle Hexagonal Head Screws 3 Hinge Cap 9 Hinge Stopper 6 Lower Hexagonal Head Screws 5 Leg Spacer Leg Lower Hexagonal Head Screws 4 Leg Leg Refrigerator Door Hinge Stopper Screws 11

Refer to the disassembly diagram and change the door hinges in the following procedure.

The numbers in the diagram indicate the procedure order in the instructions.

1. Remove the hinge cap by twisting it off.
2. Remove the upper hexagonal head screws. The freezer door can now be removed.
3. Remove the middle hexagonal head screws. The refrigerator door can now be removed. Tilt the refrigerator back or lay it on its back for steps 4, 5, and 6. Use a pad or blanket to protect the floor and to avoid scratching the painted finish.
4. Remove the leveling legs by turning them counterclockwise. Remove the lower hexagonal head screws, two on the hinge side and one near the front corner of the other side.
5. Attach the left side leg and leg spacer to the other side hole which was positioned symmetrically.
6. Attach the bottom hinge symmetrically to the other side of the cabinet.
7. Remove the upper hinge plastic pins and insert them in the holes from which the screws were removed in Procedure 2.
8. Remove the middle hinge plastic cover and screw. Insert the cover in the hole from which the screws were removed in Procedure 3.
9. Take off the hinge collar caps using a screwdriver and insert them in the hinge collars on the opposite side.
10. Remove the freezer door hinge stopper and install it in the other side of the door.
11. Remove the refrigerator door hinge stopper and the hinge stopper screws and install them in the other side of the door.

12. Attach the refrigerator door to the bottom hinge.

13. Rotate the middle hinge 180^ . Attach it to the refrigerator door with the spacer and secure it with a screw. (Do not tighten the screw completely.)

CAUTION: Door gasket may rub or interfere with middle hinge. If this happens, remove washers on bottom hinge, one at a time until there is no interference.

Two mechanical bracket diagrams showing a transformation from a left to a right view (no text or symbols)

1. Attach the freezer door to the middle hinge and use the screws to attach the upper hinge and spacer. (Do not tighten the screws completely.)
2. The direction in which the doors open has now been changed; however, the following points should be checked:

a. Make sure both doors are on straight.

b. Make sure that there is no space between the door gaskets and the refrigerator unit itself when the doors are closed.

c. Make sure that the gasket on the hinged side is not caught between the door and the unit when the door is opened or closed. (If the door is forced closed when the gasket is caught, the gasket may be damaged.)

When checking the above points, if it is discovered that the doors are not installed properly (this is apt to happen at the first try), loosen the screws holding the upper and middle hinges, straighten the doors and tighten the screws slowly with the socket wrench. After making sure that the doors are installed correctly, tighten all the screws holding the hinges.

If they are not tightened, the doors may slip out of position or there may be an opening between the doors and the unit.

QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
REFRIGERATOR DOES • May NOT OPERATE	be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes.Temperature control in “OFF” position.If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lamp or a small appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or burned fuse.
MOTOR OPERATES FOR • LONG PERIODS require more	Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer compartment operating time.Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home—usually requires 24 hours to completely cool down.Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen.Hot weather—frequent door openings.Door left open.Temperature control is set too cold.
MOTOR STARTS AND • STOPS FREQUENTLY	Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures.
VIBRATION OR RATTLING	If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor.The front leveling legs need adjusting, or floor is weak or uneven. Refer to Leveling Legs in the Preparation section of this guide.
OPERATING SOUNDS	The high speed compressor motor required to maintain near zero temperatures in the freezer compartment may produce higher sound levels than your old refrigerator.If the refrigerator touches a wall, there may be noise from vibration.Normal fan air flow—a fan blows cold air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time:Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost.Defrost water dripping.Temperature control clicks on or off.Refrigerant boiling or gurgling.Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction during defrost and refrigeration following defrost.
OUTSIDE OF THE • This is normal REFRIGERATOR FEELS and WARM	The heat prevents moisture from forming on the outside surface does not affect the inside temperature.
FRESH FOOD OR • Temperature FREEZER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE TOO WARM	control not set cold enough.Warm weather—frequent door openings.Door left open for too long a time.Package holding door open or blocking air duct in freezer compartment.Air discharge outlets obstructed by large items.

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PROBLEM SOLVER

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS • ON FROZEN FOOD	Frost within package is normal.·Door may have been left ajar or there may be a package holding the door open.·Too frequent or too long door openings.
SLOW FREEZING OF • Door ICE CUBES	may have been left ajar.·Turn temperature control to colder setting.
ICE CUBES HAVE • Old cubes ODOR/TASTE	need to be discarded.·Unsealed packages in refrigerator and or/freezer compartments may be transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes.·Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.
MOISTURE • Too frequent or COLLECTS INSIDE	too long door openings.·In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.
REFRIGERATOR HAS ODOR	•Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.·Check for spoiled food.·Interior needs cleaning.·Defrost water pan needs cleaning.·Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every three months.
WATER ON FLOOR • Defrost	water pan not securely set.

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GE Answer Center®

800.626.2000

consumer information service

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User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet cover procedures intended to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.

YOUR GE REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.

WHAT IS COVERED

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the refrigerator that fails because of a manufacturing defect.

FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY

For five years from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) that fails because of a manufacturing defect.

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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician's travel costs to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory 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 teach you how to use the product.

Read your Use and Care material. If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:

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- Improper installation. If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities.

- Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

• Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially.
• Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
• Loss of food due to spoilage.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states 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 state to state. To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write: Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225