GE FCM5 User's Manual
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1. amp Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service Problem Foods defrosting Freezer temperature too cold Moisture forms on outside of cabinet Interior light does not work on some models Door lid wont fully close by itself Slow starting time after being off Excessive frost buildup Possible Causes Temperature control in OFF position What To Do e Move the control to a temperature setting Freezer is unplugged Push the plug completely into the outlet The fuse is blown circuit breaker is tripped e Replace fuse or reset the breaker Door lid left open Check to see if package is holding door lid open Too frequent or too long door lid openings Temperature control set too cold e See About the operation of your freezer Fast Freeze switch is in the ON position or has run for too long on some models Not unusual during periods of high humidity No power at outlet e See About the operation of your freezer Wipe surface dry e Replace fuse or reset the breaker Freezer is unplugged Push the plug completely into the outlet Light bulb burned out Package holding door lid open Built in overload protection Door lid left open e Replace bulb e Check to see if package is holding door lid open Too frequent or too long door lid openings Not unusual during periods of2. Phone Number State l Zip Code communications from GE Appliances GEA L Check here if you do not want to receive communications from GEA s carefully selected partners FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS Please provide your e mail address to receive via e mail discounts special offers and other important For information about GEA s privacy and data usage policy go to ge com and click on Privacy Policy or call 800 626 2224 see ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee l Freezer Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here ad or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase on line 24 hours a day contact us at ge com or call 800 GE CARES date is needed to obtain service U S 1 800 561 3344 Canada Please have serial number and under the warranty model number available when calling for service For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the freezer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this From the date of the limited one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and related service to original purchase replace the defective part What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you ho
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4. high humidity NOTE Do not return the freezer to the store where you purchased it The freezer is eligible for in home service For warranty service contact us at ge com or call 800 GE CARES U S or 1 800 561 3344 Canada 12 GE Service Protection Plus GE a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability offers you Service Protection Plus comprehensive protection on all your appliances No Matter What Brand Benefits Include We I I Co ver A ny A ppl lan ce e Backed by GE P All brands covered Anywhere Anytime e Unlimited service calls e All parts and labor costs included e No out of pocket expenses e No hidden deductibles e One 800 number to call You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable household products are protected against expensive repairs Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U S toll free at 800 626 2224 for more information All brands covered up to 20 years old in the continental U S Please place in envelope and mail to General
5. D ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING x A WARNING 7 Se H HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord V 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 with a standard 3 prong grounding wall outlet could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance Never unplug your freezer by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out a S R S 5 Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a from the outlet 2 qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is i i roperly grounded Repair or replace immediately all power cords that dS P have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not If the outlet is a standard 2 prong wall outlet it use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage S is your personal responsibility and obligation to along its length or at either end 2 have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong When moving the necer aay ron herak be S wall outlet careful not to roll over or damage the power cord The freezer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate is
6. DIA READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY Lo N SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS N S S S 3 S S amp A Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the operation of your freezer ge com Starting the Freezer DH Sy AY So Nf pw Clean the inside of the freezer with a mild solution of baking soda and water see Care and Cleaning Connect cord to power outlet On models with a Temperature Monitor or High Temp Alarm Switch set the switch to the OFF position Make sure the temperature control is set at 4 Allow freezer to operate for at least four hours before placing food inside On models with a Temperature Monitor or High Temp Alarm Switch set the switch to the ON position Temperature Control Freezing temperature selection is made by Allow several hours after each one step setting the control from 7 to 7 coldest adjustment for the freezer temperature to stabilize If you want colder or warmer temperatures adjust the control one step at a time Turning the control to the OFF position stops the cooling process but does not shut off power to the freezer suoyanysuy ajes suonaonysuy Guyesadg A 2 Q 3 A S S a sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns sauinsuoy Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S S 2 S S amp A Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the
7. Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 32150 Louisville KY 40232 2150 13 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us We are proud to have you as a customer Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Model Number Read your Owner s Manual carefully It will help you operate your new appliance properly Serial Number Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered or register online at ge com Mr First Name Model Number Ms Mrs Miss Street Address Last Name Cut here Serial Number Apt City E mail Address Date Placed In Use Month Day GE Consumer amp Industrial Appliances General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 ge com 14 Year
8. F THE FREEZER When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators and freezers are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer Take off the doors Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Refrigerants All refrigeration products contain refrigerants which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product check with the company handling the disposal about what to do Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed in the United States or a CSA listed in Canada 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 120 volts suoyaonysuy ajes suononysuy Guyesadg A 2 q Q 3 A S Q 5 a sdij Gurooysajqnosy yioddns sauinsuoy IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION g REA
9. Food Freezers Safety Information How to Connect Electricity 4 Proper Disposal 3 Safety Precautions 2 Use of Extension Cords 3 Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 8 9 Defrosting Instructions 7 Features 6 0 the Be dhe ewes 5 6 Starting the Freezer 5 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Freezer 10 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 11 12 Normal Operating Characteristics sco edi eek te wes 11 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Production Registration 13 14 Warranty cires ss eaaaieca Speuaard 15 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on a plate on the top center on the back of the unit ge com Owners Manual amp Installation Instructions Chest Manual Defrost Models FCM5 FCM7 FCM9 197D3355P005 49 60518 05 07 JR Safety Instructions Operating Instructions A S S S 2 lt S amp 3 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual Vis TA SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON r When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed including the following This freezer must be properly installed and Tu
10. In Canada contact Manager Consumer Relations Mabe Canada Inc Suite 310 1 Factory Lane Moncton N B E1C 9M3 Extended Warranties ge com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty S is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires In Canada call 1 888 261 2133 Parts and Accessories ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal business hours Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe service center or call 1 800 661 1616 Contact Us ge com KoA 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 Louisville KY 40225 In Canada www geappliances ca or write to Director Consumer Relations Mabe
11. cloth Do not wipe the freezer with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel Do not use scouring pads powdered cleaners bleach or cleaners containing bleach CAUTION Care should be taken in moving the freezer away from the wall All types of floor coverings can be damaged particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces Inside Clean the inside of your freezer at least once a year We recommend that the freezer be unplugged before cleaning If this is not practical wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning in the vicinity of switches lights or controls Use warm water and baking soda solution about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry Do not use cleaning powders or other abrasive cleaners An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors Change the box every three months In Case of Extended Power Failure Keep freezer door lid closed Your freezer will keep food frozen for 24 hours provided warm air is not admitted If freezer is out of operation for 24 hours or more add dry ice Leave ice in large pieces Add more ice as required Preparing to Move Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet Remove foods defrost and clean the freezer Secure all loose items such as grille and shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Preparing for Vacation To maintain freezer in o
12. ice pick or sharp edged instrument as it may damage or scratch the freezer Do not use any electrical device in defrosting your freezer 4 Sponge excess water from the bottom of the freezer as it collects to prevent overflowing After defrosting clean the inside of the freezer see Care and Cleaning 6 Replace the drain plug inside the cabinet and the cap on the defrost drain Fold over and dry the gasket on the hinge side of the lid 7 Plug in the freezer Return the temperature control to its previous position and return food to the freezer suoyaonysuy ajes suon nnsuj Guyesadg 2 2 Q 3 A S S a sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns sauinsuoy Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S S 2 S S amp A Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the freezer Cleaning Your Freezer Outside Protect the paint finish The finish on the outside of the freezer is a high quality baked on paint finish With proper care it will stay new looking and rust free for years Apply a coat of appliance polish wax when the freezer is new and then at least twice a year Appliance polish wax also works well to remove tape residue from freezer surfaces Keep the finish clean Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with appliance polish wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent Dry and polish with a clean soft
13. mperature setting Freezer is unplugged Push the plug completely into the outlet The fuse is blown circuit breaker is tripped Door lid left open e Replace fuse or reset the breaker e Check to see if package is holding door lid open Too frequent or too long door lid openings Temperature control set too cold Door lid left open e See About the operation of your freezer e Check to see if package is holding door lid open Too frequent or too long door lid openings Temperature control set too cold e See About the operation of your freezer Inadequate air circulation space around cabinet e See Preparing to install the freezer Fast Freeze switch is in the ON position on some models Floor may be weak causing freezer to vibrate when compressor is on e See About the operation of your freezer e Placing 2 X 4 s 51 mm X 102 mm under the length of the freezer will help support it and may reduce vibration Cabinet is not positioned solidly on floor Door lid left open e See Preparing to install the freezer Or use shims for uneven floor e Check to see if package is holding door lid open Too frequent or too long door lid openings 17 suoyanysuy ajes suononysuy Guyesadg 2 2 Q 3 A S Q 5 a sdij Gurooysajqnosy yioddns sauinsuoy Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S S 2 lt S
14. operation of your freezer Power On Light on some models The Power On Light indicates that the freezer is properly connected to the electrical power Key Ejecting Lock on some models The key for the spring loaded lock is automatically ejected key will not remain in lock in either the open or closed position The light glows even when the temperature control is turned off Keep the key out of reach of children and away from the freezer Defrosting instructions In most climates defrosting will be necessary only about twice a year To have your freezer operate most efficiently do not permit more than 1 2 13 mm of frost to accumulate on the shelves For Complete Defrosting Turn the temperature control to the OFF position and unplug the freezer 2 Remove all food and place it in corrugated boxes insulated bags picnic coolers etc Use towels and newspapers for insulation as needed 3 With the door lid open use pans of hot water to speed loosening of frost Remove large pieces before they melt Chest models have a defrost water drain at the front NOTE Water may drip from the back flange of the lid cover during defrosting This is normal Ice builds up in the lid insulation when the lid is open for adding or removing food and melts during the defrosting operation ge com To remove frost scrape with a plastic or wood spatula or scraper Do not use an
15. peration during vacations be sure your house power is not turned off For sure protection of freezer contents you may want to ask a neighbor to check the power supply and freezer operation every 48 hours For extended vacations or absences you may prefer to move your frozen foods to a storage locker temporarily If your freezer is to be left empty disconnect power cord plug from wall outlet To prevent formation of odors place open box of baking soda in freezer and leave freezer door lid open ge com WARNING Handling of dry ice can cause freezing of the hands gloves or other protection is recommended If dry ice is not available move food to a frozen food locker temporarily auntil power is restored Be sure freezer stays in upright position during actual moving and in van The freezer must be secured in van to prevent movement Protect outside of freezer with blanket When the freezer is not operating it can be left in an unheated house or room without damage to cabinet or mechanism suoyanysuy ajes suonanysuy Guyesadg 2 2 Q 3 A S S a sdij Burooysajqnosy pioddns sauinsuoy Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S S 3 S amp g Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 10 Preparing to install the freezer Read these instructions completely and carefully Freezer Location Your freezer should be conveniently located for da
16. rning the control to the OFF position does located in accordance with the Installation not remove power to the light circuit on models Instructions before it is used with interior light Do not allow children to climb stand or hang Do not refreeze frozen foods which have on the shelves in the freezer They could damage thawed completely the freezer and seriously injure themselves The masiumeniounter ood your nears After your freezer is in operation do not touch designed to freeze at one time is approximately the cold surfaces particularly when hands are 3 pounds 1 5 kg per cubic foot of freezer damp or wet Skin may stick to these extremely capacity In normal position your freezer s cold surfaces temperature control will maintain sufficiently low temperatures in the freezer to freeze Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable ae recommended quantities of food vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Caution should be used when removing the door of a freezer Particular caution should be used when removing the lid of a Chest freezer as most Chest freezer lids are under spring tension NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be Contact the manufacturer s representative for performed by a qualified individual a method of safe removal Unplug the freezer before cleaning making repairs or changing the light bulb N ge com A DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL O
17. w to use Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit the product breakers Improper installation delivery or maintenance Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for or acts of God other than the intended purpose or used commercially Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible Loss of food due to spoilage eke Wri ippa Damage caused after delivery Product not accessible to provide required service EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA and Canada 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 In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what
18. y to day use in a dry wellventilated room Do not install the freezer where the temperature will go below 0 F or above 110 F because it will not maintain proper temperatures Be sure to install your freezer on a floor strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded Clearances On all models allow 3 76 mm on top back and sides for proper air circulation The freezer must be solidly positioned on the floor if it is to function at its best Shims may be used to accomplish this wherever the floor is too uneven If the place selected for the freezer is damp or moist place 2 X 4 s 51 mm X 102 mm under its entire length to assure adequate support Normal operating characteristics 9 These things are normal and do not indicate a need for service ge com A warm cabinet exterior as the refrigeration system transfers heat from the inside to the outside through the exterior cabinet walls The sound of the high efficiency compressor motor Before you call for service Problem Freezer does not operate or Power On Light is not on Freezer starts stops too frequently Freezer operates too long Noisy operation or cabinet vibrates Freezer temperature too warm Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service Possible Causes Temperature control in OFF position What To Do e Move the control to a te
19. your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 Mabe Canada Inc Suite 310 1 Factory Lane Moncton N B E1C 9M3 15 suoyanysuy ajes suononysuy Guyesadg A 2 q Q 3 A S Q 5 a sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns sauinsuog Consumer Support GE Appliances Website ge com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts or even schedule service on line In Canada www geappliances ca Schedule Service ge com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during normal business hours In Canada call 1 800 561 3344 Real Life Design Studio ge com GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the hearing impaired please call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322
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