GE GYE18J Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions page 40

Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
Problem
Small or hollow cubes
Water has poor taste/odor
Water in first glass is warm
Water dispenser does not work
Water spurting from dispenser
Water is not dispensed but
icemaker is working
No water or ice cube production
Refrigerator has odor
Moisture forms on outside of
refrigerator
Moisture collects inside (in humid
weather, air carries moisture
into refrigerator when doors are
opened)
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Possible Causes
Water filter clogged.
Temperature control not set cold enough.
position, but the water supply to the
refrigerator has not been connected.
Water dispenser has not been used for a
long time.
Normal when refrigerator is first installed.
Water dispenser has not been used for a
long time.
Water system has been drained.
Water supply line turned off or not
connected.
Water filter clogged.
Air may be trapped in the water system.
Newly-installed filter cartridge.
Refrigerator control setting is too cold.
Supply line or shutoff valve is clogged.
Water filter clogged.
Not unusual during periods of high humidity.
Too frequent or too long door openings.
refrigerator, you may on occasion
experience fog or small amounts of
moisture in the refrigerator compartment.
No power at outlet.
What to Do
Wrap foods well.
See Care and Cleaning section.
Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or
with plug.
Check to see if package is holding door
open.
See Controls section
Set the power switch to the 0 (off) position.
the water valve.
This is normal.
replenished.
Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to
completely cool down.
replenished.
Allow several hours for replenished supply to
chill.
Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and
install plug.
Press the dispenser arm for at least two
minutes.
Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes
(about one and a half gallons).
Call for service.
Set to a warmer setting.
Call a plumber.
Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and
install plug.
months.
See Care and Cleaning section
Wipe surface dry.
This is normal.
This is normal and may come and go as
different food loads and environmental
conditions change. Wipe dry with a paper
towel if desired.
Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
Call Service - see Replacing the Lights
49-60805-1