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USER MANUAL GTS21FGKBB GE

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ESPAÑOL 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. 49-60780 Rev. 4 03-19 GEA GTS18, GTS21 Models

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS REFRIGERATORS Top-Freezer GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.2 49-60780 Rev. 4 THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME. Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family. We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances product, and we think you will too. Among other things, registration of your appliance ensures that we can deliver important product information and warranty details when you need them. Register your GE appliance now online. Helpful websites and phone numbers are available in the Consumer Support section of this Owner’s Manual. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.49-60780-2 Rev. 4 3 CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic safety precautions.Ŷ 'RQRWFOHDQJODVVVKHOYHVRUFRYHUVZLWKZDUPwater when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks.Ŷ .HHSILQJHUVRXWRIWKH³SLQFKSRLQW´DUHDVclearances between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.Ŷ 'RQRWWRXFKWKHFROGVXUIDFHVLQWKHIUHH]HUcompartment when hands are damp or wet, skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.Ŷ 'RQRWUHIUHH]HIUR]HQIRRGVZKLFKKDYHWKDZHGcompletely.Ŷ ,QUHIULJHUDWRUVZLWKDXWRPDWLFLFHPDNHUVDYRLGcontact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that UHOHDVHVWKHFXEHV'RQRWSODFHILQJHUVRUKDQGVon the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. SAFETY INFORMATION

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WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic safety precautions:Ŷ 7KLVUHIULJHUDWRUPXVWEHSURSHUO\LQVWDOOHGDQGORFDWHGLQDFFRUGDQFHZLWKWKH,QVWDOODWLRQ,QVWUXFWLRQVEHIRUHLWLVXVHGŶ 8QSOXJWKHUHIULJHUDWRUEHIRUHPDNLQJUHSDLUVreplacing a light bulb, or cleaning. NOTE: Power to the refrigerator cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel. NOTE: Repairs must be performed by a qualified Service Professional.Ŷ 5HSODFHDOOSDUWVDQGSDQHOVEHIRUHRSHUDWLQJŶ 'RQRWXVHDQH[WHQVLRQFRUGŶ 'RQRWVWRUHRUXVHJDVROLQHRURWKHUIODPPDEOHvapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.Ŷ 'RQRWVWRUHH[SORVLYHVXEVWDQFHVVXFKDVDHURVROcans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.Ŷ 7RSUHYHQWVXIIRFDWLRQDQGHQWUDSPHQWKD]DUGVWRFKLOGUHQUHPRYHWKHIUHVKIRRGDQGIUHH]HUdoors from any refrigerator before disposing of it or discontinuing its use.Ŷ 7RDYRLGVHULRXVLQMXU\RUGHDWKFKLOGUHQVKRXOGQRWstand on, or play in or with the appliance.Ŷ &KLOGUHQDQGSHUVRQVZLWKUHGXFHGSK\VLFDOVHQVRU\or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe XVHDQGXQGHUVWDQGWKHKD]DUGVLQYROYHGŶ 7KLVDSSOLDQFHLVLQWHQGHGWREHXVHGLQKRXVHKROGand similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas LQVKRSVRIILFHVDQGRWKHUZRUNLQJHQYLURQPHQWVIDUPKRXVHVE\FOLHQWVLQKRWHOVPRWHOVEHG EUHDNIDVWDQGRWKHUUHVLGHQWLDOHQYLURQPHQWVcatering and similar non-retail applications.Ŷ 'RQRWDSSO\KDUVKFOHDQHUVWRWKHUHIULJHUDWRUCertain cleaners will damage plastic which may cause parts such as the door or door handles to detach unexpectedly. See the Care and Cleaning section for detailed instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard SURQJJURXQGLQJZDOORXWOHWWRPLQLPL]HWKHSRVVLELOLW\RIHOHFWULFVKRFNKD]DUGIURPWKLVDSSOLDQFHHave the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified 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 grounded 3-prong wall outlet. 'RQRWXVHDQDGDSWHUThe refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.$9ROW$&+]RUDPSIXVHGJURXQGHGelectrical supply is required. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house ZLULQJFLUFXLWVZKLFKFRXOGFDXVHDILUHKD]DUGIURPoverheated wires.Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.,PPHGLDWHO\GLVFRQWLQXHXVHRIDGDPDJHGVXSSO\FRUG,IWKHVXSSO\FRUGLVGDPDJHGLWPXVWEHreplaced by a qualified service professional with an DXWKRUL]HGVHUYLFHSDUWIURPWKHPDQXIDFWXUHUWhen moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord. CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARDPlug into a grounded 3-prong outlet'RQRWUHPRYHWKHJURXQGSURQJ'RQRWXVHDQDGDSWHU'RQRWXVHDQH[WHQVLRQFRUG)DLOXUHWRIROORZWKHVHLQVWUXFWLRQVFDQUHVXOWLQGHDWKILUHRUHOHFWULFDOVKRFN SAFETY INFORMATION

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)DLOXUHWRIROORZWKHVHGLVSRVDOLQVWUXFWLRQVFDQUHVXOWLQGHDWKRUVHULRXVLQMXU\IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit IRU³MXVWDIHZGD\V´,I\RXDUHJHWWLQJULGRI\RXUROGrefrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.Before You Throw Away Your Old ApplianceŶ7DNHRIIWKHIUHVKIRRGDQGIUHH]HUGRRUVŶ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.Refrigerant and Foam Disposal:'LVSRVHRIDSSOLDQFHLQDFFRUGDQFHZLWK)HGHUDODQG/RFDO5HJXODWLRQV&RQWDFW\RXUORFDODXWKRULWLHVIRUWKHenvironmentally safe disposal of your appliance.49-60780-2 Rev. 4 5 The temperature control adjusts the refrigerator from its warmest to coldest settings. There are both a refrigerator FRQWURODQGDIUHH]HUFRQWURO Refrigerator Temperature Control Your refrigerator will come with the recommended factory VHWWLQJLQWKHPLGSRVLWLRQ)RUFROGHUWHPSHUDWXUH turn the knob clockwise toward Coldest)RUZDUPHU temperature, turn the dial counter-clockwise toward Cold. To turn off the cooling in both compartments, turn the knob counter-clockwise to the vertical off position. You will hear and feel the control click, and the knob will not turn farther. Note that this does not shut off power to the refrigerator. Freezer Air Flow Control 7KHUHLVDFRQWURORQWKHDLUWRZHULQWKHIUHH]HUWKDW

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actual temperature control is only in the refrigerator compartment. Temperature Control Fresh Food Compartment Shelves USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Temperature Control / Shelves Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Shelves shown below in recommended locations. Not all features are on all models. Full-Width Shelves Some models have a stationary tempered glass shelf, a spillproof shelf or two steel wire stationary shelves. These shelves can be moved to another place in the fresh food compartment. When placed correctly on the shelf supports, the shelf will stop before coming completely out of the refrigerator and will not tilt when you place food on it or remove food from it. CAUTION 'RQRWFOHDQJODVVVKHOYHVRUFRYHUV with warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks.

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directly against it. Erratic temperatures may result. Cold Coldest$LUÀRZbehind light bulb6 49-60780 Rev. 4 Drawers USING THE REFRIGERATOR: 'UDZHUV)UHH]HU6KHOI Climate Zone Drawer .HHSIUXLWVDQGYHJHWDEOHVRUJDQL]HGLQVHSDUDWH compartments for easy access. Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry. Drawer Removal

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and lifting up slightly while pulling drawers past the stop location. Cover Removal To remove:

1. Remove the drawers.

2. Reach in, push the back of glass cover up. Tilt it and

take it out. Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause it to break.

3. Remove the drawer frame. (Always remove the glass

cover before you take out the drawer frame.) Lift the frame off the supports at each side and back, pull it forward, tilt it and take it out. To replace:

1. Lower the frame until it rests on the supports at each

2. Replace the glass cover

3. Replace the drawers.

Freezer Compartment Shelf When placed correctly on the shelf supports, the glass shelf will stop before coming completely out of the

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remove food from it. CAUTION 'RQRWFOHDQJODVVVKHOYHVRUFRYHUV with warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks.49-60780-2 Rev. 4 7 Care and Cleaning

Cleaning the Condenser WARNING To reduce the risk of death or electric shock, you must follow these instructions:Ŷ Unplug the refrigerator before removing any panels.Ŷ Do not contact or damage any wiring while the panel is removed.Ŷ Replace all parts and panels before plugging the refrigerator back in.Periodically, the condenser of the refrigerator will become covered with dust and dirt. This can make your refrigerator cool less effectively and use more energy. You can improve the refrigerators' performance by FOHDQLQJWKHFRQGHQVHU,WLVORFDWHGDWWKHback of your refrigerator, at the bottom, behind the access cover.Cleaning the condenser requires a phillips screwdriver, vacuum cleaner and soft brush with a long handle.To clean the condenser:1. Turn off the refrigerator.2. Turn the leveling legs at each front corner of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator. 3. Roll the refrigerator out far enough so you can get behind it at the bottom. Be sure not to pull out any water lines connected to your refrigerator.4. Unplug the refrigerator.8VHWKH3KLOOLSVKHDGVFUHZGULYHUWRremove the screws securing the cover to the refrigerator. /RFDWHWKHFRQGHQVHU,WLVEHWZHHQWKHFRPSUHVVRUDQGWKHIDQ,WLVDEODFNVTXDUHVKDSHPDGHRItubes with fins.9DFXXPWKHFRQGHQVHU8VHWKHEUXVKWRJHQWO\loosen dust and dirt from the gaps and fins of the condenser. 8. Once the condenser is clean, reinstall the access cover, replacing all screws.9. Plug in the refrigerator.10. Return it to its normal position. Turn the legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator. Also level the refrigerator as required11. Turn the refrigerator back on and turn the control clockwise until it returns to mid setting (vertical) or the previous position of the control. Check to see if the refrigerator begins operating.CompressorAccess Cover )DQ Condenser - clean with a soft, long handled brush and a vacuum cleaner Directions for Cleaning Outside Surfaces, Door Handles, and Trim DO USE DO NOT USESoft, clean cloth or sponge Abrasive cloths, scrubbing sponges, scouring or steel wool padsMild detergent mixed with warm water$SSURYHGVWDLQOHVVVWHHOFOHDQHUV9LVLWWKH*(Appliances parts store for approved stainless steel cleaners: GEApplianceparts.com or call 877.959.8688 &OHDQHUVZLWKR[DOLFDFLGVXFKDV%DU.HHSHUV)ULHQG6RIWCleanser™ can be used to remove surface rust, tarnish and small blemishes on stainless steel surfaces only.Abrasive powders or spraysWindow Sprays or AmmoniaCitrus or plant oil-based cleanersAcidic or vinegar-based cleanersOven cleanersCleaners containing acetone (propanone)$Q\FOHDQHUZLWK:$51,1*DERXWSODVWLFFRQWDFW NOTE: DO NOT allow stainless steel cleaner to come in contact with any plastic parts such as trim pieces, handle KDUGZDUHDQGOLQHUV,IXQLQWHQWLRQDOFRQWDFWRIFOHDQHUVZLWKSODVWLFSDUWVGRHVRFFXUFOHDQSODVWLFSDUWZLWKDsponge and mild detergent mixed with warm water. Cleaning the Outside8 49-60780 Rev. 4 Care And Cleaning

Preparing for Vacation )RUORQJYDFDWLRQVRUDEVHQFHVUHPRYHIRRGDQGunplug the refrigerator. Move the temperature control dial to the OFF position, and 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.,IDQLFHPHDNHUKDVEHHQLQVWDOOHGLWPXVWEHWXUQHGRIIPRYHWKHVZLWFKWRWKH2))SRVLWLRQRQWKHSRZHUVZLWFKmodel. Shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.,IWKHWHPSHUDWXUHFDQGURSEHORZIUHH]LQJKDYHDqualified 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. To prevent the doors from opening while moving, secure them to the case with tape. Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving. Light Bulb Replacement WARNING 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.) Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.'HSHQGLQJRQ\RXUPRGHOWKHOLJKWVLQWKHUHIULJHUDWRUDQGIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWVPD\XVHHLWKHUZDWW/('EXOEVZLWKDPHGLXPEDVHRUZDWWDSSOLDQFHLQFDQGHVFHQWEXOEVZLWKDPHGLXPEDVH)ROORZWKHinstructions specific to your model.IMPORTANT:Ɣ8VHRQO\8/OLVWHG/('UHSODFHPHQWEXOEVWKDWDUHrecommended for wet/damp environments. The UHIULJHUDWRUDQGIUHH]HUDUHFRQVLGHUHGWREHZHWGDPSHQYLURQPHQWV,IXVLQJDEUDQGRI/('EXOERWKHUWKDQWKHUHFRPPHQGHG/('EXOEEHIRUHLQVWDOODWLRQUHDGDQGIROORZDOOLQVWUXFWLRQVRQWKH/('SDFNDJLQJ/('bulbs should be 5 Watts with a medium base.Ɣ,IDQLQFDQGHVFHQWEXOELVXVHGWRUHSODFHDQ/('bulb, use only incandescent bulbs for household appliances with a maximum wattage of 40 with a medium base. Moving the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces. Turn the leveling legs at each front corner of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator straight out and 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.When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t roll over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on some models).After rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator. Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking VRGDLQWKHIUHVKIRRGDQGIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWVUnplug the refrigerator before cleaning. ,IWKLVLVQRWSUDFWLFDOZULQJH[FHVVPRLVWXUHRXWRIsponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. 8VHZDUPZDWHUDQGEDNLQJVRGDVROXWLRQ²DERXWDtablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of ZDWHU7KLVERWKFOHDQVDQGQHXWUDOL]HVRGRUV5LQVHDQGwipe dry.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. CAUTION 'RQRWFOHDQJODVVVKHOYHVRUFRYHUVwith warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks.'RQRWZDVKDQ\SODVWLFUHIULJHUDWRUSDUWVLQWKHdishwasher.49-60780-2 Rev. 4 9

ROLLERS AND 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 clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it.Rollers next to the leveling legs allow you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.Turn the legs counterclockwise until the weight of the refrigerator is transferred from them to the rollers. After rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator. Installation Instructions GTS21 Models CLEARANCES Allow a 2" (50mm) back clearance for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

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• Note to Consumer – .HHSWKHVHLQVWUXFWLRQV for future reference.• Skill level±,QVWDOODWLRQRIWKLVDSSOLDQFHUHTXLUHVbasic mechanical skills.• Completion time±5HIULJHUDWRU,QVWDOODWLRQ 15 minutes5HYHUVLQJWKH'RRU6ZLQJ 15 minutes• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. • Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
• 'RQRWLQVWDOOWKHUHIULJHUDWRUZKHUHWKHWHPSHUDWXUHZLOOJREHORZ)&EHFDXVHit will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures.• 'RQRWLQVWDOOWKHUHIULJHUDWRUZKHUHWKHWHPSHUDWXUHZLOOJRDERYH)&EHFDXVHit will not perform properly.• 'RQRWLQVWDOOWKHUHIULJHUDWRULQDORFDWLRQH[SRVHGto water (rain, etc.) or direct sunlight.,QVWDOOLWRQDIORRUVWURQJHQRXJKWRVXSSRUWLWIXOO\loaded. ,I\RXKDYHTXHVWLRQVFDOO*(&$5(6RUYLVLWRXU:HEVLWHDW GEAppliances.com. ,Q&DQDGDFDOORU9LVLWRXU:HEVLWHDWgeappliances.ca INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS10 49-60780 Rev. 4 Installation Instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS When reversing the door swing:• Read the instructions all the way through before starting.• Tighten all hinge screws but avoid over-tightening to prevent stripping.• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid losing them.• Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors. CAUTION Lifting Hazard 7KH)UHVK)RRGDQG)UHH]HUGRRUVDUHKHDY\8VHboth hands to secure the doors before lifting.IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed.These instructions are for changing the hinges from WKHULJKWVLGHWRWKHOHIWVLGH²LI\RXHYHUZDQWWRchange the hinges back to the right side, follow these same instructions and reverse all references to left and right. IMPORTANT NOTES

REVERSING THE DOOR SWING

Phillips screwdriver TOOLS REQUIRED Masking tape´open-end wrenches or adjustable wrench

1. 7DSHWKHIUHH]HUGRRUVKXWZLWKPDVNLQJWDSH2. Remove the hinge cover and screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet.3. Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in the top of the door and set it aside, along with its screws.4. Remove the tape. Lift the door off the center hinge pin and set the door on a non-scratching surface with the outside up. 5. 8QVFUHZFHQWHUKLQJHSLQ%HVXUHWRUHWDLQSODVWLFwasher(s) for reinstallation. Remove refrigerator door from bottom hinge and set the door on a non-scratching surface with the outside up. 6.8VHHLWKHUDZUHQFKRU77RU[VFUHZGULYHUWRremove center hinge and plastic spacer(s) by unscrewing center bolt, loosening side bolts and sliding hinge to the center of the cabinet. Tighten bolts back into place and replace the center bolt.7. Remove the center bolt on the opposite side and ORRVHQVLGHEROWV)OLSWKHFHQWHUKLQJHDQGVSDFHUover so the placement of the hinge pin will be toward the outside. Slide center hinge and spacers behind side bolts. Reinstall center bolt and tighten side bolts.

1. Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.2. Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment.IMPORTANT: 'RQRWOHWeither door drop to the floor. To do so could damage the door stop.3. Remove the front grille if it is installed.Torx T25 (some models)PliersTop HingeTop Hinge CoverCenter Hinge Pin and WasherCenter BoltLoosen Side BoltsHinge and SpacerCenter BoltCenter Hinge Pin and WasherHinge and Spacer WARNING )ROORZDOOVWHSVZKHQUHYHUVLQJ WKHGRRUVZLQJ)DLOXUHWRIROORZWKHVHLQVWUXFWLRQVleaving off parts, or overtightening screws, can lead to the door falling off and result in injury and property damage.49-60780-2 Rev. 4 11 Installation Instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) REMOVING THE DOORS (Cont.)

8. Remove the bottom hinge bolts and relocate the

bottom hinge to the opposite side of the cabinet. Tighten bolts.

1. Remove handle screws from the top and bottom of

4. Change places between the handle fastener and

plug button on door front.

5. Move the large and small hole covers on top and

front of the door to fill the now vacant holes.

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the screws from the door stop on one side with a 3KLOOLSVVFUHZGULYHU,QVWDOOWKHGRRUVWRSRQWRWKH other side of the door.

7. Attach handle to fresh food door with screws at

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screw at bottom of handle.

to tighten set screw at top of handle.

Plastic Handle Assembly

1. Remove handle screws from the top of fresh food

door. Remove handle screws from the bottom of IUHH]HUGRRU

2. Remove door handle on fresh food door by sliding

the handle up off of the fastener. Remove door

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off of the fastener.

3. Change places between the handle fastener and

plug button on door front.

4. Move the large and small hole covers on top and

front of the door to fill the now vacant holes.

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the screws from the door stop on one side with a 3KLOOLSVVFUHZGULYHU,QVWDOOWKHGRRUVWRSRQWRWKH other side of the door.

6. Attach handle to fresh food door by sliding handle

down onto fastener and with screws at top of handle.

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onto fastener and with screws at bottom of handle.

onto the center hinge pin. Be sure the washer is in place on the pin.

4. Tilt the door towards

WKHFDELQHW,QVWDOOWKH top hinge fitting the pin into the socket on the top of the door.

5. Make sure the door is slightly above the top of the

cabinet and the gap between the doors is even DFURVVWKHIURQW7LJKWHQWKHWRSKLQJHVFUHZV'R not over-tighten these screws. Tighten them until they are just snug, and then turn them another one-half turn.

1. Lower the fresh food

door onto the bottom hinge pin. Be sure the washer is in place on the pin.

2. Tilt the door towards the

cabinet. As the door is brought into position, align the socket in the door with the hole in the center hinge. Place the center hinge pin into the hole in the center hinge and tighten. Make sure the washer is on the top of the hinge pin. Hinge Pin with WasherCenter HingePlastic WasherHinge Pin Hinge Pin Plastic Washer49-60780-2 Rev. 4 13 Normal Operating Sounds TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS: Normal Operating Sounds Ŷ The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is operating. Ŷ You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors

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refrigerator. Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Ŷ You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of food is added to the UHIULJHUDWRURUIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWV The fans are helping to maintain the correct temperatures. &/,&.63236 &5$&.6DQG&+,536 Ŷ You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the refrigerator cools to the correct temperature. Ŷ The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when attempting to restart (this could take up to 5 minutes). Ŷ Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound. Ŷ On models with an ice maker, after an ice making cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket. :$7(56281'6 Ŷ 7KHIORZRIUHIULJHUDQWWKURXJKWKHIUHH]HUFRROLQJFRLOV may make a gurgling noise like boiling water. Ŷ Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a

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cycle. Ŷ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan. Ŷ Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to SUHVVXUHHTXDOL]DWLRQ Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal. HUMMM... WHOOSH...14 49-60780 Rev. 4 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

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needed, service can be scheduled by visiting us online GEAppliances.com or calling 800.GECARES 800.432.2737. ,Q&DQDGDYLVLWGEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344. Problem Possible Causes What to Do Refrigerator does not operate Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. (LWKHURUERWKFRQWUROVVHWWR2)) Set the controls to a lower temperature setting. Refrigerator is unplugged. Push the plug completely into the outlet. The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset the breaker. Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with more VWRUDJHVSDFHDQGDODUJHUIUHH]HU require more operating time. They start and stop often to maintain even temperatures.) Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in refrigerator. This is normal. 'RRUOHIWRSHQ Check to see if package is holding door open. Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal. Temperature controls set at the coldest setting. See Temperature Control section. 5HIULJHUDWRURUIUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQW too warm Temperature control not set cold enough. See Temperature Control section. Warm weather or frequent door openings. Set the temperature control one step colder. See Temperature Control section. 'RRUOHIWRSHQ Check to see if package is holding door open.

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(frost within package is normal) 'RRUOHIWRSHQ Check to see if package is holding door open. Too frequent or too long door openings. This is normal. 'LYLGHUEHWZHHQUHIULJHUDWRUDQG IUHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWVIHHOVZDUP Automatic energy saver system circulates warm liquid around WKHIURQWHGJHRIWKHIUHH]HU compartment. This helps prevent condensation on the outside. Automatic ice maker does not work (if installed). ,FHPDNHUSRZHUVZLWFKLVLQWKH 2))SRVLWLRQ Set the power switch to ON position. Water supply turned off or not connected. 6HH,QVWDOOLQJWKHZDWHUOLQHVHFWLRQRI the ice maker installation instructions. )UHH]HUFRPSDUWPHQWWRRZDUP Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the ice maker to shut off. Level cubes by hand.

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technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service. In Canada, call 800.561.3344. Ŷ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. Ŷ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Ŷ Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially. Ŷ Loss of food due to spoilage. Ŷ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. Ŷ Damage caused after delivery. Ŷ Replacement of the water filter cartridge, if included, due to water pressure that is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in the water supply. Ŷ Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter cartridge, if included, other than as noted above. Ŷ Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God. Ŷ Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance. Ŷ Product not accessible to provide required service. Ŷ Damage caused by a non-GE Brand water filter. Ŷ Damage to finish, such as surface rust, tarnish, or small blemishes not reported within 48 hours of delivery. Ŷ Products which are not defective, broken, or which are working as described in the owner’s manual. What is Not Covered: For US Customers: This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for

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where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe to provide. Warrantor Canada: MC Commercial, Inc., Burlington, Ontario, L7R 5B649-60780-2 Rev. 4 17 Ice Maker Accessory Kit: $Q,0'LFHPDNHUDFFHVVRU\NLWLVDYDLODEOHDWH[WUDcost.)RULFHPDNHULQVWDOODWLRQIROORZ,QVWDOODWLRQ,QVWUXFWLRQ"V" using the short (8") fill tube assembly, unless fill tube is already installed.To order, call GE Appliances at 800.GECARES (800.432.2737) or visit GEAppliances.com,Q&DQDGDvisit GEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344.AUTOMATIC ICE MAKERThe ice maker will produce approximately 70-100 FXEHVLQDKRXUSHULRGGHSHQGLQJRQWKHIUHH]HUcompartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions.,IWKHUHIULJHUDWRULVRSHUDWHGEHIRUHWKHZDWHUFRQQHFWLRQis made to the ice maker, set the switch OFF.When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the switch ON position.7KHLFHPDNHUZLOOILOOZLWKZDWHUZKHQLWFRROVWR)A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.Once the ice maker starts to make ice, it may take up to 48 hours to fill the bin, depending on the temperature settings and number of door openings.<RXZLOOKHDUDEX]]LQJVRXQGHDFKWLPHWKHLFHPDNHUfills with water.NOTICE: Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear.Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm. When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the ice maker will stop producing ice.,WLVQRUPDOIRUVHYHUDOFXEHVWREHMRLQHGWRJHWKHU,ILFHLVQRWXVHGIUHTXHQWO\ROGLFHFXEHVZLOOEHFRPHcloudy, taste stale, shrink or fuse together. CAUTION Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element (located on the bottom of the ice maker) that releases WKHFXEHV'RQRWSODFHILQJHUVRUKDQGVRQWKHautomatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. Accessory

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GE Appliances Website Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! You can also shop for more great GE Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support VHUYLFHVGHVLJQHGIRU\RXUFRQYHQLHQFH,QWKH86GEAppliances.com,Q&DQDGDGEAppliances.ca Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material. ,QWKH86GEAppliances.com/register ,Q&DQDGDProdsupport.mabe.ca/crm/Products/ProductRegistration.aspx Schedule Service Expert GE Appliances repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at \RXUFRQYHQLHQFHDQ\GD\RIWKH\HDU,QWKH86GEAppliances.com/service or call 800.432.2737 during normal business hours. ,Q&DQDGDGEAppliances.ca/en/support/service-request or call 800.561.3344 Extended Warranties Purchase a GE Appliances extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime. GE Appliances Services will still be there after your warranty expires. ,QWKH86GEAppliances.com/extended-warranty or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. ,Q&DQDGDGEAppliances.ca/en/support/purchase-extended-warranty or call 866.277.9842 Remote Connectivity )RUDVVLVWDQFHZLWKZLUHOHVVQHWZRUNFRQQHFWLYLW\IRUPRGHOVZLWKUHPRWHHQDEOH visit our website at GEAppliances.com/connect or call 800.220.6899. ,Q&DQDGDGEAppliances.ca/ connected-home-smart-appliances/ or call 800.220.6899. Parts and Accessories ,QGLYLGXDOVTXDOLILHGWRVHUYLFHWKHLURZQDSSOLDQFHVFDQKDYHSDUWVRUDFFHVVRULHVVHQWGLUHFWO\WRWKHLUKRPHV

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