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 Keep fingers out of the “pinch point”...
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...
About the control on the refrigerator. The temperature control on your refrigerator regulates the temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments. Initially set the control at the mid-settting as shown. Adjust the control one increment at a time, and allow 12 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you set.
About ice service. ge.com Ice Trays To release ice cubes, turn the tray upside For only one or two ice cubes, leave the tray down, hold it over a container and twist right-side up, twist both ends slightly and both ends.
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Cleaning the Outside Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean Protect the paint finish. The finish on the cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid outside of the refrigerator is a high quality, dish detergent. Dry with a clean, soft cloth. baked-on paint finish.
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Replacing the Light Bulb Moving the control to MIN does not remove power Replace the bulb with an appliance to the light circuit. bulb of the same or lower wattage (15 Watt maximum.) The bulb is located behind the shield in the back wall.
Installation Refrigerator Instructions Models GTR10 and GTR12 If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES ge.com visit 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 IMPORTANT –...
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR When reversing the door swing: Remove the hinge cover screws (some models have lock washers with each screw), top hinge and shim. • Read the instructions all the way through before starting.
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Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT Tape the door shut with masking tape. Using a putty knife with the edge covered with Remove the center hinge and shim by removing masking tape, remove the plug buttons.
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Installation Instructions TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE TRANSFER FRESH FOOD DOOR TO THE LEFT STOP TO THE LEFT To access the bottom hinge, move the refrigerator Remove the door stop from the bottom of the right so it is 30″ from a wall. Then carefully tip the side of the door.
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) INSTALL CENTER HINGE REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR ON THE LEFT Place the freezer door on the center hinge over the pin. Remove the three plug buttons on the left side and install them on the right. Raise the top hinge by hand and insert the top hinge pin into the hole in the door.
Normal operating sounds. ge.com 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 You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds.
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips 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 Refrigerator in defrost cycle. •...
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor • Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped. to refrigerator. • Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator; replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning.
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service.
Contact Us ge.com If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park...