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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
USING THE REFRIGERATOR
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Sabbath Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Climate Controlled Drawer . . . . . . . . . . 9
Storage Drawers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Bins and Baskets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Wi-Fi Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Preparing to Install the
Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . 20
CONSUMER SUPPORT
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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.
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
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OWNER'S MANUAL &
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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49-1000364 Rev. 1 12-19 GEA
PSB42
PSB48
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    GEAppliances.com. Serial # _________________ Find these numbers on a label on the left side, near the middle of the refrigerator compartment. GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license. 49-1000364 Rev. 1 12-19 GEA...
  • 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 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: stand on, or play in or with the appliance. or mental capabilities or lack of experience and Unplug the refrigerator before making repairs, or knowledge can use this appliance only if they are...
  • Page 4: Installation

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE INSTALLATION WARNING FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD WARNING Tip Over Hazard. These appliances are top heavy, especially with any doors open, and must be secured to prevent tipping forward which could result in death or serious injury. Read and follow the entire installation instructions for securing the appliance with the anti-tip system.
  • Page 5: Controls

    Controls NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator compartment and 0°F (-18°C) for The temperature controls display the SET vary slightly from the SET temperature based on usage and operating environment. Changing the Temperature Ice Maker Setting To change the temperature, press the Settings...
  • Page 6: Dispenser

    Ice and Water Dispenser (On some models.) To dispense water or ice: select Water, Crushed, or Cubed. CAUTION Press the glass gently against the Never put fingers or any other objects into the ice crusher discharge opening. top of the dispenser cradle. Locking the Dispenser: The drip tray is not self-draining.
  • Page 7: Automatic Icemaker

    Automatic Icemaker When the refrigerator has been connected to the water WARNING supply, turn the icemaker on by pressing and holding the Connect to potable water supply plus and minus buttons for the refrigerator temperature only. A cold water supply is required for automatic control on the internal control board.
  • Page 8: Water Filter

    Using GE Appliances-branded filters in GE Appliances and Hotpoint refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability. GE Appliances filters meet rigorous industry NSF standards for safety and quality that are important for products that are filtering your water. GE Appliances has not qualifed 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 9: Climate Controlled Drawer

    Climate Control Drawer The Climate Control feature is a system of dampers, a fan, a temperature thermistor, and a heater. The Climate Control drawer can be used to store items at their optimum temperatures. The drawer is tightly sealed to prevent the drawer’s temperature from causing temperature fluctuations in the rest of the refrigerator.
  • Page 10: Shelves

    Storage Drawers Drawer/Pan Removal To remove a drawer/pan: holder. To replace a drawer/pan: making sure the wire holder fits into the grooves on into the wire holder. Shelves Lighted Vegetable Drawer Shelf The lighted vegetable drawer shelf provides lighting for To replace shelf: the lower compartments.
  • Page 11: Bins And Baskets

    Shelves To rearrange shelves Tempered glass shelves in the fresh food compartment To replace shelves: Select desired shelf height. With shelf front raised adjustable, enabling you to make efficient shelf slightly, engage top lugs in tracks at rear of cabinet. arrangements to fit your family’s food storage needs.
  • Page 12: Wifi Connect

    WIFI CONNECT WiFi Connect (for customers in the United States, its territories and Canada): WiFi Connect Enabled* Your refrigerator is WiFi Connect Enabled. A WiFi communication card is built into the product allowing it to communicate with your Smart Phone for remote monitoring, control, and notifications. Please visit geappliances.com/ connect to learn more about connected appliance features, and to learn what connected appliance App’s will work with your Smart Phone.
  • Page 13: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning Cleaning Outside The dispenser spill shelf and the area beneath it dish detergent. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry. Unlock should be cleaned periodically with a mild liquid dish the dispenser by touching LOCK for 3 seconds. detergent. Dispenser cradle—Before cleaning, lock the dispenser by touching LOCK for 3 seconds to prevent activating the dispenser.
  • Page 14: Behind The Refrigerator

    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 15: 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 WARNING Tip Over Hazard. Read these instructions completely and carefully. These appliances are top heavy, especially with any...
  • Page 16: The Installation Space

    Installation Instructions WARNING THE INSTALLATION SPACE To reduce the risk associated with choking, do not allow children under 3 years of age to 42" Models 18" have access to small parts during the installation of 48" Models 20" this product. *Finished Width 6 3/4"...
  • Page 17: Dimensions And Clearances

    Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Product Clearances 25-3/4" 41", or 47" These refrigerators are equipped with a 3-position Case Width door stop. The factory-set 115° door swing can be * Shipping height. adjusted to 90° if clearance to adjacent cabinets or The refrigerator walls is restricted.
  • Page 18 Installation Instructions SIDE PANELS 24" Side panels must be used whenever the sides of the 3/16" panels will slip into the side case trim. Secure the 1-7/8" panels to the refrigerator with stick-on hook and loop fastener strips. Order the side panels from the cabinet *84"...
  • Page 19: Top View

    Installation Instructions Frameless Cabinets: The case trim overlaps cabinets at the top and sides. Therefore, frameless cabinets may Refrigerator require filler strips to Case Trim prevent interference with cabinet door swing. The opening must allow for filler strips. 23-9/16" From Rear of Refrigerator 1/4"...
  • Page 20: Step 1 Remove Packaging

    • Avoid laying the unit on its back or side to prevent sealed system restrictions. Cold Water Line NOTE: The only GE Appliances approved plastic tubing is supplied in the SmartConnect plastic water supply line because the line is under pressure at all times.
  • Page 21: Step 5 Install Side Panels

    Installation Instructions STEP 3 INSTALL WATER LINE STEP 5 INSTALL SIDE PANELS (Cont.) Skip this step when not using side panels. SmartConnect in the following lengths: should be inserted into the case trim. Fasten the panels to the refrigerator with stick-on hook and loop fastener strips before setting the refrigerator in place.
  • Page 22: Step 7 Level Refrigerator

    Installation Instructions STEP 6 ANTI-TIP PROCEDURE STEP 7 LEVEL REFRIGERATOR (Cont.) All models have 4-point leveling. The front is supported by leveling legs, the rear is supported by • The screws must penetrate at least one inch into the adjustable wheels. Both are accessible from the front vertical wall studs.
  • Page 23: Step 9 Adjust Door Swing

    SmartConnect ™ Tubing: • Open the door to view the bottom hinge. NOTE: The only GE Appliances-approved plastic Note the door stop pin locations. The pin is factory tubing is supplied in the SmartConnect Refrigerator installed in line because the line is under pressure at all times.
  • Page 24: Step 11 Connect Power, Close Grille Panel

    Installation Instructions STEP 11 CONNECT POWER, STEP 13 INSTALL TOEKICKS CLOSE GRILLE PANEL • Locate the supplied toekicks (shipped taped to the side of the refrigerator. • Open the grille panel. • Attach the LARGER toekick to the refrigerator using •...
  • Page 25 Normal Operating Conditions. Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. HUMMM... WHOOSH... The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you may You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged in, is operating.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting Tips... Before You Call For Service

    Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. operate Freezer control in 0 (off) position. temperature setting. Refrigerator is unplugged. Push the plug completely into the outlet.
  • Page 27 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Ice storage bin needs cleaning. Food transmitting odor/taste to Wrap foods well. ice cubes. Interior of refrigerator needs See Care and cleaning. cleaning. Small or hollow cubes Water filter clogged.
  • Page 28 Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor to Foods with strong odors should be tightly refrigerator. wrapped. Interior needs cleaning. See Care and cleaning. Defrost water drainage system See Care and cleaning.
  • Page 29: Mwf Performance Data Sheet

    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 30: Mwf Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty

    MWF Water Filter Cartridge Limited Warranty Contact us at geapplianceparts.com, or call GE Appliances at 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 From the date or workmanship during this limited thirty-day warranty.*...
  • Page 31: Warranty

    GEAppliances.com For US Customers, ® technician. To schedule service online, visit us at geappliances.com/service, or call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have your serial number and your model number available when calling for service. In Canada, call 800.661.1616. For the Period of:...
  • Page 32: Consumer Support

    Consumer Support GE Appliances Website You can also shop for more great GE Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support services designed for GEAppliances.com GEAppliances.ca Register Your Appliance prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.

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