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GE 22 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Operating Instructions
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Ice Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . . . .5
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 10
Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 12
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . .Back Cover
Customers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ______________________
Serial # ______________________
Find these numbers on a label
on the right side, near the top of
the refrigerator compartment.
Réfrigérateurs
Refrigeradores
. . . . . .18, 19
La sección en español empieza en la página 42
197D3358P002 49-60204-1 12642714SP 05-02 JR
Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
Model 22
Congélateur inférieur
Manuel d'utilisation
et d'installation
La section française commence à la page 22
Congelador inferior
Manual del propietario
y instalación

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Installation Instructions et d’installation Preparing to Install La section française commence à la page 22 the Refrigerator ... .11, 12 Removal of Freezer Drawer . . .16, 17 Reversing the Door Swing ..12–15...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: This refrigerator must be properly installed In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, and located in accordance with the Installation avoid contact with the moving parts of the...
  • Page 3 GEAppliances.com DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems Refrigerants of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, still dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few which under federal law must be removed prior days.”...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY 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 This provides the best performance and also with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates prevents overloading house wiring circuits which...

  • Page 5: Temperature Controls

    About the controls on the refrigerator. GEAppliances.com Initially set the refrigerator control at 5 and the freezer control at 5. If you want colder or warmer temperatures, adjust the refrigerator temperature first. When satisfied with that setting, adjust the freezer temperature. Control settings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and operating conditions, and may require more than one adjustment.

  • Page 6: Features

    About the refrigerator shelves and bins. Not all features are on all models. Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Tilt the shelf up at the front. Lift the shelf up at the back and bring the shelf out.
  • Page 7 About the storage drawers. GEAppliances.com Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Drawers Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be emptied and the drawers wiped dry. Adjustable Humidity Drawers Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the way to the LO HI setting to provide high humidity setting to provide lower humidity levels...

  • Page 8: Ice Service

    About the ice service. Not all features are on all models. Ice Service Compartment The freezer has an ice service compartment with an ice tray shelf and a pull-out ice storage bin. CAUTION: Make sure shelf is secure before placing items on shelf to avoid property damage.

  • Page 9: Care And Cleaning

    True Value, Servistar, HWI and other appliance wax or mild liquid dish leading stores. It is also available through detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002, soft cloth. or visit our Website, GEAppliances.com. In Canada, call 1.888.261.3055 or visit Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish our Website, geappliances.ca.

  • Page 10: Light Bulbs

    Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator Moving the refrigerator in a side direction away from the wall. All types of floor may result in damage to the floor covering coverings can be damaged, particularly or refrigerator.

  • Page 11: Installation Instructions Preparing To Install The Refrigerator

    Preparing to install the refrigerator. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Water Supply to the Icemaker If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be A water supply kit (containing copper tubing, connected to a cold water line. shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.

  • Page 12: Reversing The Door Swing

    Preparing to install the refrigerator. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Stabilizing Brake This refrigerator is equipped with leveling feet Roller Adjustment Screw which serve as a stabilizing brake. These additional (3/8″ hex with slot) leveling feet will hold the refrigerator securely in position during operation and cleaning.
  • Page 13 Before Removing the Doors CAUTION: Do not let either door drop to the floor. To do so Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical could damage the door stop. outlet. Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. Remove the Refrigerator Door and Top Hinge Remove the top hinge cover by removing the screw.
  • Page 14 Reversing the door swing. Reverse Freezer Door Handle and Transfer Door Stop (Freezer Door Model only) Remove the screws attaching the freezer door handle to the left side and remove handle. Remove the plug buttons on the right side and install them in the vacant screw holes on the left side.
  • Page 15 Reverse Refrigerator Door Handle and Transfer Door Stop Remove the screws attaching the refrigerator door handle to the left side and remove handle. Remove the plug buttons on the right side and install them in the vacant screw holes on the left side.

  • Page 16: Removal Of Freezer Drawer

    Removal of freezer drawer. The freezer drawer can be removed, if needed, to fit through tight areas. Read these instructions completely and carefully. To Remove the Freezer Drawer To remove the baskets: Open the freezer drawer all the way. Slide the top basket back into the freezer. Remove the lower basket by lifting it up at the back, then lifting the entire basket up and out of the railings.
  • Page 17 To Replace the Freezer Drawer IMPORTANT: Two people may be required to complete this procedure. Pull out the rail assemblies to the full length on each side of the cabinet. Locate the slots on the inside of the rail Slot assemblies near the back.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting Tips

    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 You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.
  • Page 19 GEAppliances.com Problem Possible Causes What To Do Motor operates for • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely Normal when refrigerator long periods or cycles is first plugged in. cool down. on and off frequently. • This is normal. Often occurs when large (Modern refrigerators amounts of food are...

  • Page 20: Warranty For Canadian Customers

    CUSTOMER WARRANTY (for customers in Canada) Your refrigerator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship. What is covered How Long Warranted Parts Labour (From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace at Camco’s Option Compressor Ten (10) Years Ten (10) Years Five (5) Years Sealed System (including...

  • Page 21: Warranty For U.s. Customers

    Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. From the date of the During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor original purchase and in-home service to replace the defective part.

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