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GE GSC21KGRAWW Owner's Manual And Installation

Models 21, 23, 25, 27 and 29

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Side by Side
Refrigerators
Safety Instructions
...........
2, 3
For Australia and New Zealand
. . .34
Operating
Instructions
Additional
Features
............
11
Automatic
Icemaker
. ..........
15
Care and Cleaning
..........
17, 18
Crispers
and Pans
.............
14
CustomCool
r'* . ............
4, 7, 8
Freezer
Compartment
..........
13
Ice and X_'ater Dispenser
.....
16, 1 7
Refrigerator
Doors
............
10
Replacing
the Lig]lt Bulbs
.......
19
Shelves
and Bins
...........
10-12
Temperature
Controls
.......
4, 5, 6
Turbo
CooF*
. .................
6
VCater Filter
...................
9
Installation
Instructions
For Australia
and
New Zealand
..............
35-37
Preparing
to Install
the Refligerator
. ...........
25-27
Removing
and Replacing
Doors
. . .24
Trim Kits and Panels
........
20-23
_A'ater Line Installation
......
28, 29
Troubleshooting
Tips
.......
31-33
Normal
Operating
Sounds
......
30
Models 21, 23, 25, 27and29
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these
numbers
on a label
inside
the refl'igerator
compartment
at the
top on the right.
20002600P031
49-80218
05-04 Jfl

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Summary of Contents for GE GSC21KGRAWW

  • Page 1 • Side by Side Refrigerators Safety Instructions ... 2, 3 For Australia and New Zealand . . .34 Models 21, 23, 25, 27and29 Operating Instructions Additional Features .... Automatic Icemaker ... Care and Cleaning ..17, 18 Crispers and Pans .....
  • Page 2: Automatic Icemaker

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance onlyfor 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: Installation of tile icemaker must be done This...
  • Page 3 WARNING! HOWTOCONNECT ELECTRICITY IMPORTANT." Therefitting of electric plugs and cables should power cord of this ai)i)liance is equipped with be done by a quafified technician or service agenL In some earthing plug which inates with a standard countries the refitting of electric plugs and cables is only earthed wall outlet...
  • Page 4 About the temperaturecontrols CustomCool models. (for other models, see next page) The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 3°C for the refrigerator compartment and -18°C for the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings. The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer.
  • Page 5 About the temperaturecontrols. The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 5 for both the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset settings. Several adjustments may be required. Each time you adjust controls, allow24 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the setting you have selected.
  • Page 6 About the temperaturecontrols. FREEZER FRESH FOOD 9 IS COLDEST _ ..0 IS OFF i<%_.__ .._.,_ The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 5 for both the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the preset settings.
  • Page 7 About CustomCool7(on some models) 't_'_"" _---d _) • _ How it Works CustomCooF _feature is a system of Tile pan is tightly sealed to prevent tile pan's temperatm'e fl'om causing daml)e_, a tim, a teml)erature them/istor and a heate_: Depending oil tile fimction temperature fluctuations...
  • Page 8 About CustomCoolY (on some models) CustomCool Chart NOTE: Results may vary depending on packaging, starting temperature and other food traits. SelectTemp 15 Minutes 0.25 kg (4 hours) Citrus Setting (6°C) Haml)mge_s (0.25 kg) 1 Beverage Can (355 ml) Oranges, I,emons, limes, Pineapple, Cantaloupe...
  • Page 9 About the water filter. Water Filter Cartridge (on some models) water fl'onl dispenser flir 3 minutes (about six liteis) to clear water filter cartridge is located in the s):stem prevent sputtering. back ul)per right corner of the reflJgerator Press and hold RESET WATER FILTER COil] l)a I'tlllent,...
  • Page 10 About the refrigerator doors. Refrigerator Doors refl_igerator (loo_ may feel (liflerent than ones used to. The special door opening/ch)sing teature makes sm'e (loo_ close all the way and are securely sealed. X*\]_en opening and closing the door you will notice a stop position.
  • Page 11 Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf position, line up with the sui)ports and slide slide-out spillproot shelf allows you to into place. reach items stored behind othe_. spedal edges designed to hel I) prevent spills fl'om Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in dill)ping to lower shelves.
  • Page 12 About the shelves and bins. Not all features are on all models. Deep Freezer Baskets WARNING'. P oorperformancemayoccurif freezer To remove, push the basket all the way to the basketsare not use_ Storageof itemsin the freezer back ot the fl'eeze_: Lift up until the back pins without usingbasketsmay result in poor temperature are disengaged.
  • Page 13 About the freezer compartment. Loading the Freezer Compartment Do not store commercially quick-fl'ozen I,oad so that at least 15 mm of space remains ti)od longer than tile time recommended clear between stacks of packages 15 mm bv tile fl)od i//antll_lct/iYei's. to 95 mm of space between...
  • Page 14 About the crispersand pans. Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crispers Excess water that accunmlate in the bottom of the (h'awe_ should be wiped (h_': On some models the bottom drawer a cover that slides back as the drawer opened.
  • Page 15 About the automatic icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic lcemaker If ice is not used fl'equenfl}; old ice cubes will Power Switch become cloudy, taste stale and shrink. Icemaker icemaker will produce seven cubes If ice cubes get stuck in the icemaket;...
  • Page 16 About the ice and water dispenser.(on models) some ToUse the Dispenser Select CUBED ICE @ , CRUSHEDICE _ Dispenser Light (on some models) or WATER {_ . This pad turns tile night Press the _,,lass ,gentlx, against, the top ot the light in tile dispenser dispenser pad/cradle.
  • Page 17: Care And Cleaning

    Ice Storage Drawer Dispenser Models Toremove: Set the icemaker power switch to the 0 (Off) position. Pull the drawer straight out and then lilt past the stop position. Toreplace: _q_en rei)la('ino_ the (h'awex; be sure to press it flint} into place. If it does not go all the wa_ back remove it and rotate...
  • Page 18 Careand cleaning of the refrigerator. Behind the Refrigerator Be careiul when moving the reii_igerator away When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you fl'om the wall, _M1types oI floor coverings can be don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line. damaged, particularly cushioned...
  • Page 19: Freezer Compartment

    Replacing the light bulbs. Setting the controls to 0 (off) does not remove power to the light circuit. Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light Unplug the refrigerator. _Mter replacing the bulb Mth an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage, replace The bulbs are locamd at the top ot the the light shield and screw.
  • Page 20: Refrigerator Doors

    Trimkits and decoratorpanels. For Built-In Style models Read these instructions completely and carefully. Before YouBegin Some models are equipped with trim kits that allow you to install door panels. Panels less than 6 mm thick _4]_en installing wood panels less than 6 mm thick, need...
  • Page 21 Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels Freezer Panel Freezer Panel Without Dispenser With Dispenser Refrigerator Panel [l/m out ,-_ F,,-3 mm "-_' '_'-3 3 II/m "-_ ..8 mm 8 mm 45.4 cm 170.9cm 170.9cm FRONT FRONT FRONT 36.8cm ---,- •...
  • Page 22 Insertingthe doorpanels. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Insert the Freezer Panel and Refrigerator Panel Carefldly push the ti'eezer panel in until it slides into If your model has a dispense_; this step only applies the slot behind the door handle. Push the filler panel the refri_erato_ panel...
  • Page 23 Install the Side Trim. These pieces are rocked inside ret_igerator Hold Side TFim against the fl'ont ti_ce of the door handle. decorator panels fit the Side Trim under Trim. Make sure Side Trim is fitted con'ecflv Do not remove the protective film on the oualde of the Side that...
  • Page 24 Removingand replacing the doors. When installing or moving the refrigerator, the doors may need to be removed in order to fit the refrigerator through a doorway. Removing the Doors Make sure the doors are closed and the refrigerator unplugged. Disconnect water line and wiring harness. Near the lower hinge on the fl'eezer side, push in on the collm_ at each end of the coupling, and pull the water...
  • Page 25 Installation Refrigerator Instructions Models 21, 23, 25, 27 & 29 BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEARANCES Allow the fl)llowing clearances tot ease ot installation, Read these instructions completely and carefully. proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical - S_,,e t hese • IMPORTANT coililectiotls: 21' mid 23' 25', 27' mid 29'...
  • Page 26 Installation Instructions DOOR ALIGNMENT ROLLERS _Mter leveling, make sure that refi_igerator door is 1/16" rollers have 3 purposes: higher than the fl'eezer doo_: a@lst • Rolle_ so the door closes easily when opened To align doors, at!just reii_igerator doo_: about hallway: [Raise the fl'ont...
  • Page 27 Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS (for Built-In Style models) 178.4 cm 91.4cm 61cm Water Electrical 13mmGap+6 mm Wall Plates) 81 cm 63.5cm Cabinet Countertop...
  • Page 28 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE BEFORE YOU BEGIN REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) The water line installation is not warranted bv the Some models hm e file refl'igerator c(mnection or icemaker refligerator manufacturer. Follow these at tile end of tubing located outside tile compressor recommendations...
  • Page 29 Installation Instructions [] TURN THE WATER ON AND PLUG [] START THE ICEMAKER IN THE REFRIGERATOR Set the icemaker power switch to the I position. Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating...
  • Page 30: Normal Operating Sounds

    Normal operatingsounds. Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modem refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal. WHIR! HUMMM... WHOOSH... • hear tile rims spinning at high speeds. • high eflicienc) compressor...
  • Page 31 Before you call for service... Troubleshooting -tips Save time and money/. Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Possible Causes What To Do • _'%fit about 30 minutes defi'ost cycle to end. Refrigerator does not Refrigerator...
  • Page 32 Before you call for service... Possible Causes What To Do Frequent "buzzing" • Set the power Icema_ker power switch is in the switch to the ott position. Keel_im,_ it in the on sound on position, but the water supply position will (lmnage the water xflxe.
  • Page 33 Possible Causes What To Do CUBED ICEwas selected Last setting * A few cubes were left in the crusher fl'om the previous but CRUSHED ICE CRUSHED ICE. settin, This is mmnal. was dispensed Orange glowin Defrost heater is on. • This is nomml.
  • Page 34 Special Safety InstructionsforAustralia and New Zealand. (in addition to other information in Owner's Manual) IMPORTANT SAFETY I NSTRUCTIONS Toreduce the risk of personal injury or damage to proper04, follow basic safely precautions when using this refrigerator, including the following: When using any Electrical Product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READTHESEINSTRUCTIONSCAREFULLY B EFORE IAIA D IlII...
  • Page 35 Installingthe WaterLbe For Australian and New Zealand #Tstallation, read these instructions completely and carefully. Before You Begin IMPORTANT" Government bm'ns and legislation Codes prevent refl'igerator damage, in most States and Territories of Australia not hook up the water line to the hot water line. require installation bv a licensed...
  • Page 36 Special Installation Instructionsfor Australia and New Zealand. Installingthe WaterLine(cont.) Connecting the Tubing to the Shutoff Valve Attach the fitting with the male thread supplied Insert and push tile end of tile tubing into tile with the water supply kit to the shutoffvalve fitting as tar as possible.
  • Page 37 Turnthe Water On Turn the water On a t the sh utott valve. Tighten any connection that leaks. Replace the access cover and tighten all screws (on some models). Plug In the Refrigerator Plug in the refl'igerator to the Power Outlet Push refl'igerator...
  • Page 38 Notes.