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AMERICANA Model 25 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Side by Side
Refrigerators
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these
nmnl)ers
on a label
inside
the
refrigerator
cmnpartn_ent
at the
top
on the
right
side
behind
the
controls.
Safety Information
Connect
Electricity
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3
Extension
Cords
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2
Proper
Disposal
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2
Safety Precautions
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2
Operating
Instructions
Automatic
Icemaker
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7
Care and Cleaning
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9, ] 0
Controls
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4
Crispers
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6
Dispenser
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8
Replacing
the Light
Bulbs
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l l
Shelves
and Bins
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5
Installation
Instructions
Preparing
to Install
the Refiigerator
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12
VVater Line Installation
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13-1 7
Troubleshooting
Tips
Before
You Call For Service
. . .18-20
Normal
Operating
Sounds
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18
Consumer Support
Consumer
Support
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24
Product
Registration
........
21,22
_4'arranty
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23
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Printed in the United States
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197D7215PO03
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01-07 JR
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  • Page 1 Side by Side Refrigerators Safety Information Connect Electricity ..... Extension Cords ....Proper Disposal ....Safety Precautions ....Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker .... Care and Cleaning ... 9, ] 0 Controls ..... Crispers ...... Dispenser ..... Replacing the Light Bulbs ..

  • Page 2: Extension Cords

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. SAFETY P RECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: _:i:This refrigerator must be properl_ installed i):: Keep...

  • Page 3: How To Connect Electricity

    www.AmericanaAppliances.com WARNING! HOWTOCONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safe_ this appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with This provides the best perfommnce and also a 3-prong...

  • Page 4: Controls

    About the controlson the refrigerator. Startup Steps for Proper Temperature Control STEP l--Set Fresh Food Control on "5." STEP 2--Set Freezer Control on "5." STEP _-_-W, M T 12HOURS tor temperature to stabilize. STEP _-]fa change is needed, mo_e tile control one mm-lber at a time and allo_ 12hom_ for tempenmlre to stabilize.

  • Page 5: About The Shelves And Bins

    About the shelves and bins. vvvvvv.AmericanaAppliances.com Not all features are on all models. Bins on the Fresh Food Compartment Door Ac!justable bins can easily be carried fl'om Toreplace or relocate'Engage. the bin in the refl_gerator to work area. molded supports of the doox, and push in.

  • Page 6: Crispers

    About the crispers. Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crispers Excess water that accumulate in the bottom of the (h'awe_s should be wiped (h_. About the crisper removal Not all features are on all models. Crisper Removal Crisper j_"...

  • Page 7: About The Automatic Icemaker

    About the automatic icemaker, vvwvv.AmericanaAppliances.com A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic Icemaker Power (on some models) Switch Icemaker The icemaker will produce seven cubes If ice is not used fl'equenfly, old ice cubes per cycle---al)l)roxin/ately 100-130 cubes will become...

  • Page 8: About The Dispenser

    About the dispenser. On some models ToUse the Dispenser CAUTION: Neverput fingersor any other Some dispenser models offer water only. On other models _ou can select CUBED ICE objects/bto the icecrasherdischargeopening. or WATER _. Locking the Dispenser (on some models) Press tile glass gently against tile top oI tile Press the tockp',_d dispenser...

  • Page 9: Careand Cleaning Of The Refrigerator

    Careand cleaning of the refrigerator. .Americanaappliancescem Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Clean with a The dispenser drip area, (on some models) beneath the grille, shotdd be wii_d (hT. _4"_ter cloth dampened with soapy water: Dry with a soft cloth. left in this area may leave deposits.

  • Page 10: Preparing For Vacation

    Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Behind the Refrigerator When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure Be caretul when moving the refl_igerator you don't rot over the power cord or icemaker away fl'om the wall. _dl types of floor supply line (on some models). coverings can be dalnaged, particularly...

  • Page 11: Replacing The Light Bulbs

    Replacingthelightbulbs. Ame,ica.aa ,ia.ces NOTE: Turning the refrigerator to the 0 (off) setting via the controls does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. Fresh Food Compartment--Upper Light Plug the refrigerator back in. Unplug reflJgeratm: models with controls--The bulb is located near uppe>left rear...

  • Page 12: Installation Instructions

    Refri erator Installation Instructions Model 25 I If youhave questions,call 1.800.432.2737 BEFORE YOU BEGIN ROLLERS Read these hlstructions completely and carefully. The rollers have 3 purposes: • Rollers a(!just so tile door closes easily \d/en opened about • IMPORTANT - Sa, ethese insmtctions halEvat.

  • Page 13: Installing The Water Line

    Installation instructions iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LiNE BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WILL NEED I_.ecommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are GE SmartConnect Refl'igerator Tubing (WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015...
  • Page 14 installation instructions iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LiNE Install tile shutoff xalxe tile nearest frequently used WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) drinking water line. • A GE water supply (containing tubing, shutoff [] SHUT OFF THE MAiN WATER wflve and fittings listed below) is a\zfilable at extra...
  • Page 15 Installation instructions [] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE [] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Fasten the shutoit xalxe to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Place the compression nut and ti_Hule (sleeve) fin" COl)per tubing onto the end of the tubing connect it to the shutott wdve.
  • Page 16 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (cont.) [] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) Insert the end of the tubing into the reli'igerator NOTES: connection as flu" as possible. While holding • Before making connection to the...

  • Page 17: Plug In The Refrigerator

    Installation instructions START THE ICEMAKER [] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR I (on) tile icemaker power switch to tile position. _rranoe tile coil of tubing so that it does xibrate Tile icemaker will not begin to operate until against back of the refrigerator or against reaches...

  • Page 18: Normal Operating Sounds

    Normal operatingsounds. The new high efficiency comi)ressor runs tipster and will haxe a higher pitch lmm or I)ulsating, sound while oi)erating. tim circtflating air inside the freezer which keeps temperattu'es throtlghotlt. _ter droli ) ring, on the defrost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or i)opping sotmd dtwing the defrost...
  • Page 19 www.AmericanaAppliances.com Possible Causes What To Do Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator • _.fit 24 houlS fi)r the refl_igerator to colnl)letely long periods or cycles plugged cool dowIs. is In'st on and off frequently. • This is nmmal. Often occurs when large (Modern refrigerators...
  • Page 20 Before you call for service... Possible Causes What To Do Cube dispenser does not Icema_ker tmaled off or * Turn on icemaker or water supply. work (on some models) water supply turned off. * Remoxe Ice cubes m'e frozen to cubes.
  • Page 21 GE Service Protection Plus 'M GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality' and dependability; oflers Service Protection Plus'_'--comprehensive protection on all yore" appliances-- No Matter What Brand! WeT! CoverAny Appliance. Benefits Include: Anywhere. Anytime.* • Backed by GE • All brands covered •...
  • Page 22 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you tbr purchasing our product. Registration tbr Americana r_' i s proxided by GE. Thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to hme you as a customer'. Follow these three steps to protect...

  • Page 23: Refrigerator Warranty

    RefrigeratorWarranty. All warranty services for Americana are provided by GE Factory Staple your receipt here. Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. Proof of the original purchase To schedule service, call 800.432.2737. Please have serial number date is needed to obtain service and model number available when calling for service.

  • Page 24: Parts And Accessories

    ConsumerSupport. ScheduleService Expert (;E repair sel'vice is onl} one step awe} fl'om }our door. Schedule service at }our convenience 17} calling 800.432.2737 dining natural business hom_. In Canada, call 1,800,361,3400 ExtendedWarranties Purchase a GE extended ,<uTantv m*d learn about special discounts that are axailable while )our *<arrant} is still in eflbct.

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