GEAppliances 20 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions
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Safety Information
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Extension
Cords
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3
Proper
Disposal
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3
Safety Precautions
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2, 3
Operating
Instntctions
Automatic
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9
Controls
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5
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8, 9
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10
Shelves, Bins and Racks ........
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Water Filter Cartridge
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6
Cleaning
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11, 12
Lightbulbs
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13
Installation
Instructions
Preparing
to Install
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14, 15
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16-20
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22
Consumer Support
Consumer
Support
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Back Cover
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27
Product
Registration
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29, 30
Treatment
Device Certificate
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28
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25
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26
Models20, 22and25
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a lado
Refrigeradores
Lasecci6nan cspa_olempiezaan la p_gina59
Write your model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers
on a label inside
the refrigerator
compartment
at the top
on the fight side behind
the controls.
197D3351PO03
49-60189
12-01 JR
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Refrigeradores Lightbulbs ....Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator .... 14, 15 Water Line Installation ..16-20 Lasecci6nan cspa_olempiezaan la p_gina59 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service . . .22-25 Normal Operating Sounds ..Consumer Support Consumer Support .. - Page 2 IMPORTANTSAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use thisapplianceonlyfor itsintendedpurposeas describedin this Owner'sManual. SAFETY P RECAUTIONS When using electricalappliances,basic safetypmcautionsshouldbe followed,includingthefollowing: m This refrigerator must be properly installed II Keep fingers out of the "pinch point" areas; and located in accordance with the Installation dearances between...
- Page 3 wvv_.GF_Appliance_com ¢LDANGER! RISK OFCHILDENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OFTHE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems CFC Disposal of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system still dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a few that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons).
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Page 4: Adapter Plugs
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. A WARNING! HOWTO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do no_ under any circumstances,cut or remove the third (ground) p rong fromthe power cord.For personalsafe_ this appliancemustbe properlygrounded, The power cord of this appliance is equipped with This provides the best performance and also a 3-prong (grounding) - Page 5 About the controls on the refrigerator. ,_.6_p,,,,,,_ FREEZER FRESHFOOD Initially, set the fresh food control at 5 and the freezer control at 5 and allow 12 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the controls one increment at a time, and allow 12 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature...
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Page 6: Icemaker
Aboutthe water filter cartridge. On some models Water Filter Cartridge Linmg up the arrow on the carmdge and the carmdge holder, place the The water filter carmdge is located in the top of the new cartridge up inside back upper right corner of the refrigerator the holder. - Page 7 vvww, GEAppliance_com Rearranging the Shelves Refrigerator Shelves." ToRemove To Replace Uftepand_ Q TIt_ kxi _n "'" Freezer Shelve_" FreezerBaskets: To Remove To Remove Remove the basket by pulling It forward, lifting up the front, and shchng it past the stop location Slide-Out Spillproof Sheff (on somemodels) The sfide-out spdlproof shelf allows you to...
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Page 8: Crispers And Pans
About the additional features. Not all features are on all models ShelfSaver Rack Use this rack to store beverage cans for easy access It can also hold a 9" x 13" balung dish. About the crispers and pans. Not a// features are on al/ mode/s. Fruit and Vegetable Crispers Excess water that may accumulate m the... - Page 9 AboutcrisperremovaL Not al/ features are on a// mode/s. Crisper Removal Crispers can easily be removed bv dldng up If the door prevents you from taking out shghdy and pulling past stop location the crispers, the refrigerator will need be rolled forward untal the door opens...
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Page 10: Ice And Water Dispenser
About the ice and water dispenser. On some models Dispenser To Use the Select CUBEDICE _, CRUSHEDICE Locking the Dispenser (onsomemodels) or WATER_. Press the LOCK Press the glass gently against the top of CONTROLpad for the dispenser cradle. 3 seconds to lock the dispenser and control The spill shelf is not self-drammg. -
Page 11: Care And Cleaning
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. , eEAppiianee, Cleaning the Outside The doorhandles and_m. Oean _6di a The dispmleer dtip am& (on some models) beneath the grdle, should be wiped dry. Water cloth dampened wath soapy water DO, with a soft cloth left in this area may leave deposits. - Page 12 Careandcleaningof the refrigerator. Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator Whenpushing therefrigerator b ack,make sure away from the wall. All types of floor youdon'troll overthepowercord or icemaker coverings can be damaged, particularly supply line (onsomemodels). cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces.
- Page 13 Replacingthe lightbulbs. Turning the control to the 0 (off) position does not remove power to the light circuit. Fresh Food Compartment--Upper Light Unplug the refrigerator. Plug the refrigerator back in, O The bulb is located behind the controls. Replace with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage.
- Page 14 Installation Refrigerator Instructions Models 20, 22, 25 I Questions?Call 800.GE.CARES(800.4322737)or Visit Websiteat: www.GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400orVisit www.geappliances.ca our Website at: BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, Read these instructions completely and carefully. proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical •...
- Page 15 Installation Instructions DOOR ALIGNMENT After leveling, make sure that doors are even at the top. To make the doo_ even, adjust the refrigerator door. Using a 5/16' socket wrench, turn the door adjusting screw to the right to raise the door, to the left to lower it.
- Page 16 Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation to the water supply. If using copper, be sure both ends with a GE RVKit. For other reverse usmosis water of the tubing are cut square. systems, follow the mamffacturer's recommendations.
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Page 17: Water Line Installation
• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve • If you are using a GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled [] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE the tubing. - Page 18 Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded Saddle-Type J Cold of the tubing into the shutoff...
- Page 19 Connection Tubing Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) ff-0]TURN THE WATER ON AT THE onto the end of the tubing as shown. On a GE SHUTOFF VALVE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to the tubing.
- Page 20 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (cont.) I_IPLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR START THE ICEMAKER Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on) position. Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate The icemaker will not begin to operate undl it against...
- Page 21 Notes.
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Page 22: Troubleshooting Tips
Normaloperatingsounds. The new high efficiency compressor runs faster and will have a higher pitch hum or pulsating sound while operating. The fan circulating air inside the freezer which keeps the temperatures throughout. . Water dropping on the defrost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or popping sound during the defrost cycle. - Page 23 wwvzGEAppliance&uom Possible Causes What To Do Mmlr n Normal when refrigerator • Wmt 94 hours for the refttgemtor to completely cool down. is first plugged in. Often occurs when large •Thts l• nolTfla] It t a umfm amotmts of food are _m_v4_ placed in refrigerator.
- Page 24 Before you call for service... Possible Causes What To Do Icemaker turned off or • Turn on tcemaker or water supply. w0rk _ lmrlm laNm_Ws) water supply turned off. Ice cubes are frozen to • Remove cubes ieemaker feeler arm. Irregular ice dumps in * Break up with fingerUp pressure...
- Page 25 vwv_.GEAppliance_com Possible Causes What To Do HetJ frombeeem Normal a_ flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings are sensitive and will discolor at these normal and safe tempe_ Lastsettmgwas CRUSHED I CE 4_dBEOlgEIvv_ * A few cubes were left in the crusher from the prevzous...
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Page 26: Water Filter Cartridge
Frl_ the da_ of _le Dunng thls full one-year watranty, GE wtU also pro_ade, [ree of uha_e, all labor and in-home originalpurchase service to replace the defective part. -
Page 27: Performance Data Sheet
84.89% Asbestos 690 MFL/ml 0.32 MFL/ml 1.2 MFL/ml 99.95% 99.82% * Tested usinga flow rats of 0.5opm;pressureof 120 psig;pHof 7.5-+0.5; temp.of 20±2.5C ** Measurementin particles/ml *** NTU= NephelometricUnits Operating Specifications Ill Capacity: certified for up to 300 gallons (1135 l); up to six months... -
Page 28: State Of California Water
Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 00-1434 Date Issued: May 30, 2000 Date Revised: February 9, 2001 Trademark/ModelDesi2nation Replacement Elements GE Smart Water Filtration Systems_GWF06 GWF06 GE Smart Water Filtr_!on HotI_int Refrigelaio_ Sy_!m. -_BW_ Manufacturer: C.me_g Apphances 116830 of the Turbidity... -
Page 29: Warranty (Canadian)
800.626.2224 Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free for more information. *All brands covered, up to 20 years old, in the continental U.S.................._.:..__..__"__ro... -
Page 30: Product Registration
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