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GE PFSS5NJWSS User Manual

25.1 cu. ft. french door bottom-freezer refrigerator with external dispenser
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GE Profile™ Energy Star® 25.1 Cu. Ft. French
Door Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator with External
Dispenser
PFSS5NJWSS
Pub # 08-MAN-RE-01
André Leduc Training & Technical Support
mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE.
January 2008

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  • Page 1 GE Profile™ Energy Star® 25.1 Cu. Ft. French Door Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator with External Dispenser PFSS5NJWSS Pub # 08-MAN-RE-01 André Leduc Training & Technical Support mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Factory Transport and life test…………..50 Inverter Compressor…..…….20, 21, 22, 23 Inverter Troubleshooting Sequence…...…24 EMI Filter………………………………..25, 26 How to Access the Evaporator.…….27 to 34 Defrost Heater.…………………………..…..35 Ice Maker Fill tube…………………………..36 Return Duct Heaters…..…………...37, 38, 39 mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    An external "air" thermistor changes the control setting based on ambient condition to keep the fresh food and freezer compartments at the correct temperature. • A damper/air inlet assembly in the fresh food section creates more usable space on the top shelf. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    • There is a new nomenclature, (PDSF5NBWABB instead of PDSF25NBWABB). The cubic foot volume was previously specified as 25, now it only shows as 5. * Features may vary by model. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 5: Technical Data

    Defrost control (w/no door openings)……………………………...96hrs @ 45 min Thermistor kilo-ohm resistance……………………………………. @ 0°F…..42.5KΩ Thermistor kilo-ohm resistance …………………………………… @37°F…….14KΩ Thermistor kilo-ohm resistance ……………………………..……. .@77°F……..5KΩ Over temperature thermostat………………………………………………140-110 °F Defrost thermistor………………………………………………………………..….70 °F REFRIGERANT CHARGE (R134a)………………………..5.50 ounces/155.9 grams mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 6: Defrost Cycle

    70°F, the control cycles the defrost heater off. A bi-metal safety thermostat provides a backup in the event the evaporator thermistor fails. The safety thermostat prevents the temperature from exceeding 140°F. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 7: Liner Protection Mode

    If a door is opened within the timer #2 door-closed count, the remaining time in the door-closed count will be deducted from the timer #1 door-open count. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 8: Control Board Connector Locator

    J7 - FF light thermostat, FZ light thermostat, dispenser water valve (French door models J15 – Inverter only) J2 - Fan common, evaporator fan, condenser fan, mullion bar heater, model selector mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 9: Airflow

    • Air returns from the fresh food compartment to the freezer compartment via two vents located to the left and right of the electronic damper. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 10: Evaporator Fan

    On previous Arctica models, the blue wire reported rpm (speed) information to the main control board for speed control purposes. On this model, the board does not require or read any feedback information from the fan motor. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 11 • Motors can be run for short periods using a 9 volt battery. Connect the white wire to the negative (-) battery terminal only. Connect the red and yellow wires to the positive (+) battery terminal. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 12: Condenser Fan

    Fan speed is selected and maintained by the main control board regulating the length and frequency of the 13.6 VDC pulse. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 13: Condenser Fan

    Condenser fan speed is controlled by Pulse Width Modulation (PWM), the same method used to control fan speeds for the evaporators. Only when freezer temperature is 20°F above the set point. Ex: initial startup mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 14: Fresh Food Damper

    Partially open the deli pan, lift and remove the deli pan cover and frame. Pull the deli pan out to the fully open position Remove the ¼-in. hex-head screw from the air tower cover. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 15 Fresh Food Damper (cont.) Pull up on the damper assembly then remove the air tower cover. Disconnect the damper motor wire harness. Carefully remove the tape and gasket. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 16 Fresh Food Damper (cont.) Separate the Styrofoam air tower that houses the damper. Remove the damper from the separated Styrofoam air tower. A complete damper assembly is now available. Part number is WR17X12456 mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 17: Inverter

    When checking the inverter voltage output, connect the test-meter leads to any 2 of the 3 compressor lead wires at the inverter plug (plug should be connected). The same reading should be measured between any 2 of the 3 wires. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 18 Note: When measuring signal voltage (from the main control board) at the inverter, a reading of 4-6 VDC will be measured with all wires connected. If the inverter wiring is disconnected, the board output will measure between 10-12 VDC. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 19: Inverter 17

    The inverter has a built-in circuit protection to guard against damage from a failed or shorted compressor. However, if a failed compressor is diagnosed, order a new compressor and inverter. If the compressor fails to start after replacement, replace the inverter. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 20: Inverter Compressor

    • HIGH - 150 watts The compressor is controlled by the inverter, which receives its signal from the main control board. Varying the frequency to the inverter changes the compressor speed. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 21 • 4.5°F to 6.5°F above freezer set point = medium speed. • 1°F to 4°F above freezer set point = low speed. • 1°F to 2.5°F above refrigerator set point = low speed. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 22 High compressor torque enables the compressor to start against high pressure in the sealed system. When power has been disconnected from an operating unit, the high torque will enable the compressor to start immediately upon power restoration. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 23 Replace the compressor first. If it fails to start, replace the inverter. When servicing the compressor, it is important to dress the wiring to keep low voltage DC wiring and 120 VAC wiring separate. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 24: Inverter Troubleshooting Sequence

    When ordering a replacement compressor, order both the compressor and the inverter. Replace the compressor first. If it fails to start, replace the inverter. If all pass, replace the inverter. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 25 The 20 cu. ft. and 22 cu. ft. single and French door models do not have this filter. To remove the EMI filter: Remove the 5/16 -in. hex-head screw that attaches the bracket to the cabinet. Pull the bracket out and remove the 1/2-in. nut. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 26: Emi Filter

    EMI Filter (cont.) Cut the 2 plastic wire ties that hold the EMI filter to the bracket. Mark and disconnect the wires from the EMI filter. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 27: How To Access The Evaporator

    8 3/8 -in. hex-head screws that attach the drawer front to the rail assemblies. Note: Do not remove the 6 torx screws from the rail assemblies. Lift and remove the drawer front and place it on a protected surface. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 28 Remove the vertical divider from the support rails. Release the front of the vertical divider by pressing down on the front support rail while applying upward pressure the front of the divider. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 29 Note: When installing the vertical divider, position the top of the divider into the recess in the freezer ceiling before positioning the bottom over the notches in the support rails. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 30 How to access the evaporator (cont.) Remove the two ¼-in. hex-head screws that attach the icemaker to the freezer wall. Using a small flat-blade screwdriver, expand the 2 clips and disconnect the icemaker wire harness. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 31 Note: The freezer fan cover is held to the evaporator cover with a Phillips-head screw, 3 cover tabs, and 2 right side hinge tabs. Remove the single Phillips-head screw mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 32 Pull the left side of the fan cover out approximately 90 degrees, then remove the fan cover. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, press the tab in and sharply lift up one end of each support rail and remove each rail. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 33 Note: The evaporator cover is attached to the evaporator compartment with two ¼-in. hex-head screws, 3 bottom tabs, and 8 snap tabs located on the back of the cover. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 34 Remove the two ¼-in. hex-head screws that attach the evaporator cover to the fan bracket. 15. Grasp and pull the right side of the fan opening towards the front of the freezer to release the right side snap tabs. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 35: Defrost Heater

    Bend the aluminium tabs back (located at each end of the defrost heater) and lower the heater out of the evaporator. Disconnect the 2 lead wires and remove the heater. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE January 2008...

  • Page 36: Ice Maker Fill Tube

    •Remove the evaporator fan cover to access the icemaker fill tube heater. (See How to access the evaporator) •Disconnect the fill tube heater wire harness. •The resistance of the fill tube heater is approximately 2644 ohms. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 37: Return Duct Heaters

    A return duct heater has been added to each of the 2 fresh food compartment return air ducts. The heaters prevent water from freezing and blocking the air flow in the ducts. Restricted ducts can cause warm fresh food temperatures. (See Airflow.) mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 38 27 ohms, verify the operation of the defrost heater. (See Troubleshooting) 2. Test the icemaker fill tube heater for approximately 2644 ohms. (See Icemaker Fill Tube Heater.) mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 39 Repair exposed faulty wiring or connections. The return duct heaters are integral to the foamed in place internal ductwork of the refrigerator and are not replaceable. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 40: Articulating Door Mullion

    The pin on top of the mullion and the track, located at the top center front of the refrigerator, ensure proper mullion bar alignment upon closure of the right side door. Door closed-pin Door opening-pin in track exiting track mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE January 2008...

  • Page 41: French Door

    To replace the articulating door mullion assembly it is necessary to remove the 2 Phillips-head screws from the top and bottom hinges. The wire harness can be pulled out from the recess in the bottom of the door and disconnected. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 42: Drawer Closure Mechanisms

    Note: Each door closer cam can be installed incorrectly. Ensure each cam is installed to the bottom of the drawer with the hooked end towards the center of the drawer. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 43: Ambient Thermistor

    • The ambient temperature thermistor is attached to the front of the cabinet (under the left side of the freezer compartment), with a plastic wire tie. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 44: Thermistor Replacement

    Should a thermistor require replacement, use plastic bell connectors. Fill each connector with white silicone part # RTV102 then splice a new thermistor into the harness as shown in the illustration. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 45: Fresh Food Crispers

    Slide the control all the way to the HIGH setting to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables. Slide the control all the way to the LOW setting to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 46: Product Warranty

    Any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited thirty-day warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, a replacement water filter cartridge. GE Warranty: Full 1 Year Entire Appliance: Parts & Labour; In-Home. mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 47: Schematic

    Schematic mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 48: Emi Filter Schematic

    EMI Filter Schematic mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...
  • Page 49 How to remove dispenser assembly mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

  • Page 50: Factory Transport And Life Test

    Factory transport and life test on the appliances mabe CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION-NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. January 2008...

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