GE 162D3907P004 Refrigerator User Manual
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3. we may allow selected companies to send you information L Check here if you do not want this information General Electric Company Louisville Kentucky www GEAppliances com GE Appliances 14 Refrigerator Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here a or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase on line 24 hours a day contact us at www GEAppliances com or date is needed to obtain service call 800 GE CARES under the warranty For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year 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 and original purchase in home service to replace the defective part Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating system the compressor condenser evaporator From the date of the and all connecting tubing which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship original purchase During this additional four year limited warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part in the sealed refrigerating system What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or product acts of God Improper installation Incidental or c
4. a sharp or pointed instrument to remove frost as it may result in damage to the cooling coils Use of a plastic scraper is recommended Do not use any electrical device in defrosting your refrigerator To Defrost e Remove foods from frozen food storage compartment and chiller tray To reduce the amount of thawing of frozen food while defrosting the frozen food storage compartment store the food in a picnic cooler or other insulated container e Turn temperature control to OFF e Place pans of hot water in frozen food storage compartment to speed melting of ice cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish Protect the paint finish The finish on the outside of the refrigerator 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 kitchen appliance wax when the refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year Appliance Polish Wax amp Cleaner is available from GE Appliance Service and Parts Centers parts can be cleaned the same way Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners To help prevent odors leave an open box of baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator on the top shelf Change the box every three months An open box of baking soda in the frozen food storage compartment will absorb stale odors Do not wash any plastic parts from your refrigerator in your automatic dishw
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6. mail to General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 32150 Louisville KY 40232 2150 15 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 After mailing the registration below Read your Owner s Manual carefully Product Ownership store this document It will help you Registration today in a safe place It operate your new Have the peace of contains information appliance properly mind of knowing we you will need should can contact you in the you require service unlikely event of a Our service number is safety modification 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Model Number Serial Number ee a a E O E S S A E E E 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 www GEA ppliances com Model Number Serial Number tt E E hk et OA E E E Ce yp ri yp yy Mr Ms Mrs Miss First Last Name l Name Street Address Apt E mail Address z al r rige trt eat ft 7 plilar Date Placed Ph Math OOo d o Daloa Yerli wao 8 a Re a Ae a a Occasionally
7. Fresh Food Storage Tips Vegetables Cheese e Use the vegetable drawer it has been e Wrap well with wax paper or aluminum designed to preserve the natural moisture foil or put in a plastic bag and freshness of produce e Carefully wrap to expel air and help Covering vegetables with a moist towel prevent mold helps maintain crispness e Store prepackaged cheese in its own As a further aid to freshness prepackaged wrapping if you wish vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping Unfrozen meats fish and poultry e Always remove store wrappings e Rewrap in foil plastic wrap or wax paper and refrigerate immediately Suggested Storage Times for Meat and Poultry Eating quality DAYS IN drops atter REFRIGERATOR time shown AT 35 to 40 F 2 to 4 C Fresh Meats Roasts Beef amp Lamb 0 ccc cece eee eae 3 to 5 Roasts Pork amp Veal 0 cc cece eens 3 to 5 Steaks BOON ned Gok Pat hieate tone ceed ie keene na tet 3 to 5 MODS Lamien eea E EE E 3to5 CHODSAR OK ca teccautunreeweuwt ion va cereus S AUTO 3 to 5 Ground amp Stew Meats c cece eee eee 1 to 2 Variety Meats ineine e S e a Sila A Rah eee 1 to 2 sausage POK sjceeetacushesece te euewed ern ee bees 1 to 2 Processed Meats Ba OY tes Se tcc E Pew ee oe ede ac oe eee 7 PROMKMINCOIS v2 2 ocucddey bane oa pan eee ee E Se ase kee hs 7 Ham Whole Yeieoc Os oud oc baie dd wh oaieegeod owe seh dente dea 7 Ham ANE
8. air circulation Top 2 Back 1 Sides 5 8 Leveling Legs Adjustable legs at the front corners of the refrigerator should be set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and the front is raised just enough that the door closes easily when opened about halfway The refrigerator must be installed on a floor strong enough to support it when fully loaded To adjust the leveling legs turn legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator counterclockwise to lower it Before you call for service 9 Problem Refrigerator does not operate Vibration or rattling slight vibration is normal Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off frequently Fresh food compartment too warm Fresh food compartment too cold Frost or ice crystals on frozen food frost within package is normal Slow ice cube freezing 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 set to OFF Refrigerator is unplugged The fuse is blown circuit breaker is tripped Leveling legs need adjustment Floor is weak or uneven Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in refrigerator Door left open Hot weather or frequent door openings Temperature controls set at the coldest setting Temperature control not set c
9. asher After Defrosting e Empty water from chiller tray e Wash chiller tray in warm water and wipe frozen food storage compartment with a damp cloth e Remove vegetable pan and wipe up spills in bottom of refrigerator CAUTION Do not touch refrigerator coils or refrigerating surfaces particularly when hands are damp or wet Light Bulb Replacement A 40 watt appliance bulb and socket are located behind the light shield next to the temperature control To replace a burned out bulb reach in behind the light shield unscrew the bulb and screw in a same size same type bulb Beneath and Behind the Refrigerator e In the refrigeration process it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator Some synthetic floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe operating temperatures Your floor covering supplier should be consulted if you object to this discoloration When You Move Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet remove food and defrost refrigerator Then clean and dry the interior Secure all loose items such as ice trays and drip tray by taping them securely in place to prevent damage When You Go on Vacation For extended vacations or absences unplug the refrigerator Clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon of soda to one quart of water Wipe dry To prevent odors leave an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator Leave doors open
10. et or bowl and twist For faster ice service when you need it tray at both ends y place ice trays on the frozen food storage For only one or two ice cubes leave the tray compartment floor right side up twist both ends slightly and remove the desired number of cubes Wash trays in lukewarm water only Do not wash in an automatic dishwasher Y S S 3 S T Z Food storage suggestions Frozen Food Storage Compartment This refrigerators frozen food storage If additional firmness ts desired in ice cream compartment will make ice and will store pre frozen foods for about two weeks Troubleshooting Tips e Set temperature control to colder position It will not effectively freeze fresh foods or provide long term storage for meats poultry or fish These products should be used e Transfer ice cream from original carton to a covered flat bottomed container Consumer Support within several days Pre frozen concentrates and high sugar content foods such as frozen orange juice and ice cream will not remain completely solid frozen and must be used quickly For best results such items should be placed in direct contact with the refrigerated surface where frost forms first For best storage of frozen foods Use moisture proof wrapping material and bags or regular freezer containers Commercially frozen foods are usually suitably packaged www GEAppliances com
11. g door openings e Defrost freezer when ice build up is more than 1 4 1 2 thick e Replace fuse or reset the breaker e See Replacing the light bulbs e Wait 15 seconds between door openings Order a vacuum break part number WRO2X8905 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 r We ll Cover Any Appliance Benefits Include x s Backed by GE Anywhere Anytime e All brands covered 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 AIl brands covered up to 20 years old in the continental U S Please place in envelope and
12. here local codes permit a temporary connection may be made to a properly grounded 2 prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter available at most local hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter in place with one hand while pulling the power cord plug with the other hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use If the adapter ground terminal breaks DO NOT USE the refrigerator until a proper ground has been established Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw Is metal and not insulated and the wall outlet is grounded through the house wiring You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded N J READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About the contr ols www GEAppliances com COOL COLDEST COLD Temperature Control The temperature control can be set at COOL NOTE Turning the temperature control to OFF COLD or COLDEST or canbe set any placein stops cooling but does not shut off power to between these settings the refrigerator COOL is the warmest COLDEST is the coldest Initially se
13. is appliance must be properly grounded The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug which mates with a standard 3 prong grounding wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded If the outlet is a standard 2 prong outlet it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end When moving the refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord USE OF ADAP TER Z LUGS Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug However if you must use an adapter w
14. m stratospheric ozone accidents If you are throwing away your old refrigerator make Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator SU be CFC refrigerant is removed for proper Freezer disposal by a qualified servicer Ifyou intentionally ue release this CFC refrigerant you can be subject to Take off the doors fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside USE OF EXTENSION CORDS 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 suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy Guyesadg ee a q S S lt A S S N sdij bunooysajqnoij yioddng sauinsuo4 Safety Instructions ef Operating Instructions vi gy Y S Ss S 3 Ss T Z Troubleshooting Tips vil ON Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord For personal safety th
15. n the refrigerator They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves Do not touch the chiller tray or cold surfaces in the frozen food compartment when hands are damp or wet Skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Keep fingers out of the pinch point areas clearances between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small Be careful closing doors when children are in the area Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual Setting the control to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit Don t use an electrical device or sharp instrument in defrosting the frozen food storage compartment Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely Y www GEAppliances com A DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems CFC Disposal of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions below to help prevent Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs chlorofluorocarbons CFCs are believed to har
16. neiado n a q gt S S n A S S N sdij bunooysajqnoj yioddns sauinsuo4 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Y S S S 3 Ss T Z Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service Problem Ice cubes have odor taste Refrigerator has odor Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator Moisture collects inside the refrigerator Interior light does not work Hot air from bottom of refrigerator Door ts hard to open 12 Possible Causes Food transmitting odor taste to ice cubes Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning Foods transmitting odor to refrigerator Interior needs cleaning Not unusual during periods of high humidity In humid weather air carries moisture into the refrigerator when doors are opened No power at outlet Light bulb burned out Normal air flow cooling motor In the refrigeration process it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator Some floor coverings are sensitive and will discolor at these normal and safe temperatures A vacuum is created by a tight seal around the door What To Do e Wrap foods well e See Care and cleaning e Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped e Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator replace every three months e See Care and cleaning e Wipe surface dry e Prevent too frequent or too lon
17. old enough Warm weather or frequent door openings Door left open Chiller tray baffle is in the OUT position Chiller tray baffle is in the IN position Temperature control set too cold Door left open Too frequent or too long door openings Temperature control not set cold enough Door left open Ice trays not in contact with refrigerated surface www GEAppliances com What To Do e Set the control to a temperature setting e Push the plug completely into the outlet e Replace fuse or reset the breaker e See Leveling Legs e Install on a floor strong enough to support the refrigerator fully loaded e Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down e This is normal Check to see if package is holding door open e This is normal e See About the controls e See About the controls e Set the temperature control one step colder See About the controls e Check to see if package is holding door open e Slide the baffle to the IN position See About the chiller tray baffle e Slide the baffle to the OUT position See About the chiller tray baffle e Set the temperature control one step warmer See About the controls Check to see if package is holding door open e See About the controls Check to see if package is holding door open e Make sure the ice tray is contact with a refrigerated surface 17 suon nnsuj Ajajes suo n nysuj bu
18. onsequential damage caused by possible Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for a Maen MS ap uae other than the intended purpose or used commercially Loss of food due to spoilage Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA 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 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 15 suon nnsuj Ajajes suononysuy Guyesadg fe A S S S n A S S N sdij bunooysajqnoij pioddns sauinsuo4 Consumer Support GE Appliances Website www GEAppliances 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 catalogs or even schedule service on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more Schedule Service www GEAppliances com
19. t the temperature control at COLD After using the refrigerator for 24 hours adjust the temperature control to the setting that is best suited to your needs If you turn your household thermostat below 60 F at night you may want to move the temperature control a half step warmer It should be left at this setting for the entire period that you are turning down your thermostat When you stop turning the thermostat down turn the temperature control back to its regular setting About the chiller tray baffle Baffle in for colder fresh food compartment temperatures Chiller Tray Baffle The normal position for the chiller tray baffle is OUT For colder fresh food compartment temperatures during hot weather or periods of heavy usage place the chiller tray baffle in the IN position suon nnsuj Ajajes S E a a Q ee 3 en lt S N hee A z4 D lt Q hee A S lt Q sdij Gunooysasqnos yioddns sauinsuo4 About the shelves Refrigerator Shelves Shelves can be moved to different levels to suit your varying food storage needs To remove a shelf pull it out to the stop position lift up the front and pull the shelf straight out J n Safety Instructions About the ice trays Ice Trays Operating Instructions To release ice cubes invert the tray holdit Trays can be stacked to save storage space over the storage buck
20. www GEAppliances com Before replacing a burned out light bulb unplug the refrigerator Setting the control to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away from the wall All types of floor coverings can be damaged particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces e When pushing the refrigerator back make sure you don t roll over the power cord Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position during actual moving and in van Refrigerator must be secured in van to prevent movement Protect outside of refrigerator with blanket For shorter vacations remove perishable foods and leave the control at regular setting However if room temperature is expected to drop below 40 F follow the same instructions as for extended vacations suon nnsuj Ajajes J a a Q kai 2 en S S N pe A D Q pe 2 S T Q a sdij Gunooysasqnos yioddns sauinsuo4 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Y Ss 3 S T x 72 5 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Preparing to install the refrigerator 10 Location Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will be below 60 F At these temperatures the refrigerator will operate but it will not cool foods properly Clearances Allow the following clearances for ease of installation door opening and proper
21. www GEAppliances com Safety Information Owner s Manual Adapter PUDS osrsirersssiriwrs 4 Connect Electricity 4 10 Single Door Extension Cords 3 Manual Defrost Proper Disposal 3 Safety Precautions 2 GE Quality Product Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 8 9 Chiller Tray Baffle 5 COOWON prereset riteiten eri 5 DEOSUND oee eai omeen es 8 Food Storage Suggestions 6 7 Voros cicero teouterdoven os 6 Light Bulb Replacement 9 oie e cy began andy an eo ee kanes 6 Installation Instructions 10 Troubleshooting Tips 11 12 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 13 14 Waray ocn lt as onions ees eas 15 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial Find these numbers on a label on the right wall inside the fresh food compartment Refrigerator 162D3907P004 49 60106 12 00 JR Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Y S S 3 S S T 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 This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used Do not allow children to climb stand or hang on the shelves i
22. y should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Contact Us www GEAppliances com KSA 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 Register Your Appliance www GEAppliances com Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and 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 or detach and use the form in this Owner s Manual Printed in Mexico
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