Integrated Icemaker with GE SmartWater Filtration — Combines an icemaker and ice bin in one system so cubes don't fall onto the freezer floor. BrightSpace™ Interior with GE Reveal™ Lighting casts a natural-looking glow throughout the refrigerator.
Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW ge.com Safety Instructions ...2, 3 Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Models 20 and 22 Additional Features ... . .9 Automatic Icemaker .
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If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have IMPORTANT • — Save these to be connected to a cold water line. A GE water instructions for local inspector’s use. supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is available at extra IMPORTANT •...
Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION REMOVE TOP CAP (cont.) (on some models) • Do not install the refrigerator where the REINSTALL DOORS, DRAWERS AND TOP CAP temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it Carefully lower the door onto the center hinge.
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(sleeve) onto the end of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. If you are using the GE SmartConnect ™ tubing, the nuts are already assembled to the tubing. If you are using copper tubing, insert...
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Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions After removing the handle: Move the small plug REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD button from the top right side of the door top and DOOR HANDLE insert it into the hole on the opposite side. (For placement in the installation location or reversal of the handles –...
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Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) ATTACH THE FREEZER DOOR ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD HANDLE DOOR HANDLE Stainless steel handle: Stainless steel handle: Attach the handle Attach the handle firmly to the mounting to the handle fasteners and tighten the set screws on the mounting bottom of the handle with a 3/32″...
Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR SET THE CONTROLS The leveling legs have 3 purposes: Set the controls to the recommended setting. 1) Leveling legs adjust so the door closes easily when opened about halfway. (Front of the refrigerator should be 1/4″...
Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions REMOVING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed, to fit through tight areas. FROM THE SLIDES (cont.) Read these instructions completely and carefully. Lift up on both sides of the freezer drawer handle to separate the drawer railings from the rail assemblies.
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Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions REPLACING THE FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) ATTACH AND SECURE THE Two people may be required to complete this procedure. DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES (cont.) Replace the Phillips head screws on both ATTACH AND SECURE THE rail assemblies.
Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR When reversing the door swing: Tape the door shut with masking tape. NOTE: Door swing is not reversible on some stainless steel models.
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Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions REMOVE THE CENTER HINGE PIN TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE BRACKET (freezer door models) On models with a freezer door, tape the door shut with masking tape. Remove the base grille by grasping it at Using an adjustable wrench, remove the the bottom and pulling it straight out.
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Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (cont.) TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE INSTALL CENTER HINGE BRACKET (freezer door models, cont.) Transfer the plug button and screws in the hinge holes on the left side to the Install the bottom hinge bracket on the right side.
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Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions INSTALL CENTER HINGE PIN REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR Install the center hinge pin. Lower the refrigerator door onto the center hinge pin. Ensure that the white NOTE: On models with a freezer door, hinge pin thimble is on the center hinge...
Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions REMOVING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) IMPORTANT NOTES REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS NOTE: Door swing is not reversible. Tape the doors shut with masking tape. • Read the instructions all the way through before starting.
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Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions REMOVE CENTER HINGE Using a 3/8″ or 10 mm socket ratchet/driver and Phillips head screwdriver, remove the bolts and screw securing the center hinge to the cabinet. Set hinge, bolts, and screw aside. REMOVE OPPOSITE DOOR Follow the same procedure on the opposite door.
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Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Installation Instructions REPLACING THE DOORS (Double Door Refrigerator Models only) INSTALL CENTER HINGE REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOORS (CONT.) Install the center hinge on each side. Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded.
Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only cut square. approved installation is with a GE RVKit. For To determine how much tubing you need: other reverse osmosis water systems, follow measure the distance from the water valve the manufacturer’s recommendations.
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• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION...
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Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely. Vertical Cold Water Pipe Saddle-Type For plastic tubing from a GE Shutoff Valve SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into...
Product Code: GEPDS20MFSWW Normal operating sounds. Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal. HUMMM... WHOOSH... ■ The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched ■...