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GE 18 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Sabbath Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Dispenser* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Water Filter - MWF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Water Filter - XWFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Shelves and Bins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Freezer Drawer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Freezer Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Replacing the Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Preparing to Install the
Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Appliance Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Installing the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . 25
Installing the Water Line . . . . . . . . . . . 39
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
CONSUMER SUPPORT
Performance Data Sheets . . . . . . . . . . 49
Appliance Communication . . . . . . . . . 51
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
*Select Models Only
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # _________________
Serial # _________________
Find these numbers on a label
on the left side, near the middle
of the refrigerator compartment.
. . . . . 3
OWNER'S MANUAL &
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Models 18, 19, 21, 24, 25, 26
ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/
. . . . . . 21
. . . . . . . 46
Pub No. 49-1000472 Rev. 1 07-20 GEA
GE and GE Profile
& 27 cuft
ESPAÑOL

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Pans ......17 Freezer Drawer* ....18 ESPAÑOL...
  • Page 2 THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME. Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family. We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances product, and we think you will too.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow WARNING these basic safety precautions: or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe cleaning.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard electrical supply is required.

  • Page 5: Features

    Features French Door Models Space-saving icemaker (on some models) QuickSpace™ shelf (on some models) more usable storage space. and easily slides back to store tall items below. LED lighting Removable/adjustable door bins Can be moved up or down to accommodate your located at the top center and on the left and right needs.
  • Page 6 Features Single Door Models Floating snack pan Climate zone pans Can be moved to different locations to best serve Separate bins for produce storage. your needs. Water filter (on some models) LED lighting Accessible for easy replacement. Adjustable door bins Can be moved up or down to accommodate your needs.

  • Page 7: Controls

    Controls GBE21D, GBE21A Knob Position Temperature Guide Refrigerator Freezer Coldest Coldest (1.1°C) (-21.1°C) Colder Colder Figure A (2.8°C) (-17.8°C) Cold Cold Note: (6.7°C) (-14.4°C) directly against it. Erratic temperatures may result. Freezer Compartment Temperature Control Fresh Food Compartment Temperature Control Adjust fresh food compartment temperature.
  • Page 8 Controls GDE21D, GDE21E, PDE21K, GDE25E, GNE21D, GNE21F, PNE21K, PNE21N, GWE19J, GNE25D, GNE25J, PNE25J, CNE25S, PNE25N, GNE27J, GNE27E Top Control (some models) Figure B NOTE: The refrigerator temperature cannot Freezer Compartment Temperature Control be changed during TurboCool™ temperature is not affected during TurboCool. When 0°F opening the refrigerator door during TurboCool™, (-17.8°C)
  • Page 9 Controls GYE18J, PYE18H, GFE24J, PFE24J, CFE24S, PFE24H, GFE26J External Control (some models) Figure C Freezer Compartment Temperature Control Alarm Press the Alarm pad to toggle the door alarm between off and on. The alarm will sound if either 0°F door is left open for more than 2 minutes. The (-17.8°C) beeping stops when you close the door.
  • Page 10 Controls GYE18J, PYE18H, GFE24J, PFE24J, CFE24S, PFE24H, GFE26J External Control (some models) Figure C NOTE: The refrigerator temperature cannot Freezer Compartment Temperature Control be changed during TurboCool™ temperature is not affected during TurboCool. When 0°F opening the refrigerator door during TurboCool™, (-17.8°C) the fans will continue to run if they have cycled on.

  • Page 11: Sabbath Modes

    Sabbath Modes (on some models) Activate Sabbath Mode to turn off the temperature control Model with Figure C controls LOCK and LIGHT buttons on the model, the interior lights will be off, or on low simultaneously for 5 seconds to enter/exit Sabbath brightness regardless of whether the door is open or Mode.

  • Page 12: Dispenser

    Dispenser (on some models) Water & Ice Dispenser Internal Water Dispenser (on some models) (See Controls) The water dispenser is located on the left wall inside the refrigerator compartment. To dispense water: 1. Hold the glass against the recess. 2. Push the water dispenser button. Tray 3.

  • Page 13: Water Filter - Mwf

    ® refrigerators provides optimal performance for products that are filtering your water. GE Appliances has not qualified non-GE-branded filters for use in GE Appliances and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no assurance that non-GE-branded filters meet GE’s standards for quality, performance and reliability.

  • Page 14: Water Filter - Xwfe

    Water Filter Cartridge - XWFE (on some models) WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE FILTER BYPASS PLUG The water filter cartridge holder is located in the To reduce the risk of property damage due to water back upper-right corner of the fresh food refrigerator leakage, you MUST use the filter bypass plug when a compartment.
  • Page 15 GE Appliances has not qualified non-GE Appliances-branded filters for use in GE Appliances and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no assurance that non-GE Appliances- branded filters meet GE Appliances standards for quality, performance and reliability.

  • Page 16: Models

    Shelves and Bins Not all features are on all models. Rearranging the Refrigerator Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. To remove the shelves: To replace the shelves: 1. Remove all items from the 1. While tilting the shelf up, insert the shelf.

  • Page 17: Pans

    Pans Not all features are on all models. Climate Zone Pans compartments for easy access. Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry. To remove pan: Slide the pan out to the stop position, lift the pan up and past the stop position and pull forward.

  • Page 18: Freezer Drawer

    Freezer Drawer (on some models) Not all features are on all models. FREEZER BASKETS (on some models) Top Basket 1. An ice bucket in the top basket (on some models). Top Basket 2. A top full-width basket. 3. A bottom full-width basket (with divider - in some models).

  • Page 19: Freezer Compartment

    Freezer Compartment Not all features are on all models. FREEZER SHELF AND BASKET on both sides of the 1. A full-width fixed wire shelf 2. A full-width sliding plastic basket NOTE: higher than the rim. This may cause basket to stick or jam when opening or closing.

  • Page 20: Automatic Icemaker

    (see Controls on pages 7 and 8.) For Refrigerator Models with Icemaker in the Freezer Compartment Some models come with an icemaker installed in the Visit our website at GEAppliances.com or call GE Appliances Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688 (in Canada visit geappliances.ca/en/products/parts-filters- accessories or call 1.800.661.1616).

  • Page 21: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Outside FINGERPRINT RESISTANT STAINLESS STEEL*, BLACK STAINLESS, SLATE, DARK SLATE, PAINTED - Outside surfaces, door handles, and trim DO NOT use Stainless Steel cleaners on the door surfaces. IMPORTANT: Black Stainless models. Please follow these instructions and use only the appropriate items below to clean your appliance surfaces.

  • Page 22: Replacing The Lights

    Care and Cleaning Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, by pushing it straight in. Moving the refrigerator in a side particularly cushioned coverings and those with direction may result in damage to the floor covering or embossed surfaces.

  • Page 23: Installation Instructions

    Installation Refrigerator Instructions Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN TOOLS YOU MAY NEED Read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT • — Observe all...

  • Page 24: Appliance Dimensions

    Single Door Models with Fresh Food and Freezer Doors Single Door Models (some models) with Drawer (some models) French Door Models 18/19 cuft models 21 cuft models 21 cuft models 25 cuft models 24/25 cuft models 26/27 cuft models with french doors...

  • Page 25: Installing The Refrigerator

    Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR ATTACH FRESH FOOD REFRIGERATOR LOCATION HANDLE(S) Attach the handle to the mounting fasteners it will not run often enough to maintain proper by aligning the slots on the handle with the temperatures. mounting fasteners. Slide the handle down until NOTE: will not perform properly.
  • Page 26 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) REMOVING FRENCH DOORS REMOVING RIGHT DOOR (on some models) A. Remove the hinge cover on top of the right fresh food door by removing the screw using WARNING a Phillips screwdriver. leaving off parts, or overtightening screws, can lead to the door falling off and result in injury and property damage.
  • Page 27 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) REMOVING LEFT DOOR (cont.) For NON Ice and Water Models Only: Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin from the B. Remove the hinge cover on top of the left socket in the top of the door and pass the wire fresh food door by removing the screw through the slot in the hinge.
  • Page 28 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) REINSTALLING FRENCH DOORS (on some models) REHANGING THE RIGHT DOOR A. Lower the refrigerator door onto the right hinge pin. IMPORTANT NOTES When replacing the french doors: • Read the instructions all the way through before starting.
  • Page 29 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) REINSTALLING FRENCH DOORS (Cont.) (on some models) REHANGING THE LEFT DOOR (Cont.) C. Make sure the door is aligned with the F. For Ice and Water Models Only: Put the cabinet. Attach the hinge to the top of the water line into the hole and pass through the cabinet loosely with bolts removed earlier.
  • Page 30 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) REMOVING FREEZER DRAWER REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT (on some models) A. Remove the screw on each side of the railing. IMPORTANT NOTES • Read the instructions all the way through before Screw starting. • Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors.
  • Page 31 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) REMOVING FREEZER DRAWER (on some models) (Cont.) REINSTALL FREEZER DRAWER FRONT A. Pull the rail assemblies to the maximum extension. assembly so the side tabs fit into the front slots on the rail assemblies. B.
  • Page 32 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) REVERSING THE DOOR REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR (on some models) DOORS (Cont.) B. Remove right and left hinge covers on top of WARNING the refrigerator using a Phillips screwdriver. leaving off parts, or overtightening screws, can lead to the door falling off and result in injury and property damage.
  • Page 33 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) 1 REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (Cont.) H. Remove the button plugs on the left side of the cabinet across from where the hinge bracket ratchet driver, remove was located and install in the holes where the the bolts securing the bracket was removed.
  • Page 34 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) REINSTALL FRESH FOOD DOOR WARNING A. Using a Torx T-20 screwdriver, remove the bolts securing the door stop on the bottom leaving off parts, or overtightening screws, can lead right of the door. to the door falling off and result in injury and property damage.
  • Page 35 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) REINSTALL FRESH FOOD DOOR REINSTALL FRESH FOOD DOOR (Cont.) (Cont.) J. Locate the insert for the right hinge cover that top left of the fresh food door. Make sure the comes with the kit and install. door is aligned with the cabinet.
  • Page 36 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) CONNECTING TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE (Icemaker models only) A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker One of the illustrations below will look like the connection on your refrigerator. WARNING section. Connect to potable water supply only. NOTES: A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker •...
  • Page 37 Adjustment point turn the pin. Refrigerator suggested assembly Shelves shown in the location for best energy efficiency. GYE18J, PYE18H GWE19J 18 cuft. Models 19 cuft. Models French Door with Freezer Drawer French Door with Freezer Drawer 49-1000472 Rev. 1...
  • Page 38 Installation Instructions Refrigerator suggested assembly (cont.) Shelves shown in the location for best energy efficiency. GNE21D, GNE21F, GDE21D, GDE21E, GBE21D, GBE21A PNE21K, PNE21N PDE21K, GDE25E 21 cuft. Models 21 cuft. Models 21, 25 cuft. Models Single Door with Freezer Door French Door with Freezer Drawer Single Door with Freezer Drawer GFE24J, PFE24J, CFE24S,...

  • Page 39: Installing The Water Line

    Approved plastic water supply lines are Universal Water Line Refrigerator Tubing • Copper or Universal Water Line Refrigerator Tubing When connecting your refrigerator to a GE Appliances Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only of the tubing are cut square.
  • Page 40 Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear home. the line of water. • A GE Appliances water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra cost from your dealer or from CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688 (in Canada...
  • Page 41 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (cont.) FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) with the pipe clamp. for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Pipe Clamp Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve.

  • Page 42: Normal Operating Conditions

    Normal Operating Conditions. Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? These conditions 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 hum or pulsating sound while it You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What to Do Refrigerator does not operate Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
  • Page 44 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What to Do This is normal. Water has poor taste/odor Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. replenished. Water in first glass is warm Normal when refrigerator is first Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool installed.
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What to Do Leveling legs need adjusting. See level the refrigerator This is normal if, after popping when refrigerator door is closed closed on its own. automatically close after popping open, then see the Problem: Move the food away from the air vent.

  • Page 46: Limited Warranty

    GE Appliances with information on your appliance. If you do not want your appliance data to be sent to GE Appliances, please advise your technician NOT to submit the data to GE Appliances at the time of service.

  • Page 47: Water Filter Limited Warranty

    Water Filter Cartridge MWF Limited Warranty Contact us at geapplianceparts.com, or call 800.GE.CARES. For the period of GE Appliances will replace Thirty Days Any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship during this limited thirty-day warranty.*...
  • Page 48 Water Filter Cartridge XWFE Limited Warranty Contact us at geapplianceparts.com, or call 800.GE.CARES. For the period of GE Appliances will replace Thirty Days Any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship during this limited thirty-day warranty.*...

  • Page 49: Performance Data Sheets

    NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53 in model • The disposable filter cartridge should be replaced every 6 GE Appliances MWF for the reduction of the months at the rated capacity, or sooner if a noticeable reduction claims specified on the performance data sheet.
  • Page 50 Performance Data Sheet Model: GE Appliances XWFE at iapmort.org. Maximum permissible Avg % Substance Tested for Reduction concentration product water Reduction (mg/L) concentration (mg/L) Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Chlorine Taste and Odor 2.0 mg/L +/- 10% > 99 0.5 gpm (1.89 lpm) Chloramine Taste and Odor 3.0 mg/L +/- 10%...

  • Page 51: Appliance Communication

    GE WiFi Connect Optional* You refrigerator is GE WiFi Connect compatible using the GE ConnectPlus module. To connect this appliance to the internet you will need to attach the module to your appliance through the communication port in the appliance.

  • Page 52: Consumer Support

    GE Appliances Website Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! You can also shop for more great GE Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support services designed for GEAppliances.com...

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