GE 162D3904P005 Refrigerator User Manual
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1. Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation l1 A n 3 N SIJA II YOUR GE REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED WHAT IS NOT COVERED e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the refrigerator that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL FOUR YEAR WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge a replacement compressor if the compressor fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for any service labor charges e Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty This warranty is extended to2. will open and close easily T CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning Inside Unplug the refrigerator and remove food shelves and Wipe outside of refrigerator with a soft cloth trays Wash inside with warm water and baking soda dampened with soapy water or Appliance Polish Wax solution about two tablespoons of baking soda to a Cleaner Cat No WR97X216 available from GE quart of water Then rinse and dry Appliance Service and Parts Center Use only mild p Don t use cleansers such as soaps detergents soapy water to clean the door gasket D scouring powder or spray cleaners they may cause Never use acids chemical thinner gasoline benzine z odors inside the refrigerator or the like for cleaning any part of the refrigerator re Wash ice cube trays drip tray and shelves in mild Boiling water or benzine may deform or damage detergent solution and dry with a soft cloth plastic parts To help prevent odors leave an open box of baking Do not wash any plastic parts from your soda in the rear of the refrigerator on the shelf refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher Change the box every three months PREPARATION RQ Location Clearances Leveling Legs Q The refrigerator must be installed Allow the following clearances for Adjustable legs at the front corners on a floor strong enough to support ease of installation door opening should be set so the refrigerator is it when it is fully loaded and proper air circulation firmly positione
3. Use and Care Guide Refrigerator Safety Instructions 3 i Pa Problem Solver 9 lt More questions call TN GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Operating Instructions Tips Temperature Control cccccccccceeseseeseeeees 4 Feo Shelves in Att et coat ae 4 m Consumer Services 11 ICO SOPVICE ieramen 4 Model and Serial Numbers 00000 2 De PrOStiNG cccsccccsccescessecseseseetetseeeseseeseseees 4 Repair SQrviCe ccccceececececeeeeeeeeseeeseteeeeeees 2 Warranty enee a Back Cover T Care and Cleaning 5 N AN Compact Model TAX6 Preparation LOCATON ieia NT 5 CIO ALANCES cccccssecessesesecsesesecssescsesecseseeeesees 5 Leveling LEGS rennin 5 MOVING MONN 5 Vacations an 5 W Installation GrOUNCING PIE 6 Adapter Plug c ccccccccsescsscsesscscssesesssecseeeees 6 Electrical Requirement cccceeeeeeeeee 6 Extension Cord ccecececeseeeeeeseseeeseeeteeeees 6 Free Standing or Recessed 7 Reversing Door SWING cscscseceseeeseeeees 8 GE Quality Product Part No 162D3904P005 Pub No 49 60046 7 99 JR Printed in the United States HELP US HELP YOU Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new refrigerator properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help write in
4. clude your phone number Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 If you received a damaged refrigerator Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the refrigerator Save time and money Before you request service Check the Problem Solver in the back of this book It lists minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Write down the model and serial numbers You ll see them on a label on the back of the refrigerator near the top These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your refrigerator Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator e Your refrigerator is equipped with a reversible door See how to move the door hinges from the right side to the left side in the Reversing the Door section IF YOU NEED SERVICE To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are steps to follow for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone n
5. d on the floor Legs If the refrigerator is in a 40 F or e Top of refrigerator to should extend l ie down from a colder room it will operate but it underside of countertop 1 sees _ cabinet a ee of a A will notcool foo s properly refrigerator may need to be raiseda jams pr p y e Above flooring D bit more so the door closes easily S Also see Energy Saving Tips Gnelnaine carpeting dastbegashaey 1 when opened about halfway e Hinge side if refrigerator igi Turn leveling legs counterclockwise is next to a wall sscsscassciveaseiss 1 4 to raise refrigerator clockwise to fa lower it Preparing to Move Disconnect the power cord from wall outlet Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position remove food and defrost refrigerator Then clean and during actual moving and in van Refrigerator must be dry the interior secured in van to prevent movement Protect outside Secure all loose items such as ice trays and drip tray of refrigerator with blanket by taping them securely in place to prevent damage a ar Preparing for Vacation jz For extended vacations or absences unplug the For shorter vacations remove perishable foods and R refrigerator Clean the interior with baking soda leave the control at regular setting However if room N solution of one tablespoon of soda to one quart of temperature is expected to drop below 40 F follow water Wipe dry To prevent odors leave an open box the same instructions as for e
6. d refrigerator please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer Take off the doors e Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside e After your refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment particularly when hands are damp or wet Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces e Don t refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely e Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning A and making repairs NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual e Before replacing a burned out light bulb the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a live filament A burned out light bulb may break when being replaced NOTE Turning control to OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS suononaysuy Ajyayes yuey10duly CFC Disposal Your old refrigerator has a cooling system that used CFCs chlorofluorocarbons CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone If you are throwing away your old refrigerator make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant you can be s
7. e often than larger ones e Check for proper clearances e Frequent door openings let cold air escape e If refrigerator vibrates it probably is not level Adjust front leveling legs e Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered e Check for spoiled food e Interior may need cleaning e Keep an open box of baking soda in refrigerator replace every three months If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service re lt a TA J 5 Nn z TA IIAJOS WIJqOoId 10 NOTES Well Be There With the purchase of your new GE appliance receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE we ll be there All you have to do is call toll free In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service scheduled at a time that s convenient for you Many GE Consumer Service company operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be handled in just one visit GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Whatever your question about any GE major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and c
8. et the refrigerator on its back 6 Remove the leveling leg below the bottom hinge and the leveling leg and leg spacer at the opposite corner Bottom Hinge l o FoM Shim gt gt e pe on some models r ol 7 Remove the bottom hinge and if there s a shim under the hinge remove it too Reinstall the hinge and shim on the opposite side Do not tighten screws at this time 8 Reinstall the leveling legs Be sure the leg spacer goes on the leg opposite the relocated hinge 9 Place the door on a flat nonscratching surface Door Stop opposite side 11 Remove the plug button from the top edge of the door and press it into the hinge hole on the opposite side that you removed in step 3 Do not tighten screws at this time 13 Set the door on the cabinet align it and fit the hinge pins into the door sockets Then tighten the top and bottom hinge screws and stand the refrigerator upright 14 If the refrigerator is to be free standing reinstall the countertop If the refrigerator is to be recessed remove the countertop retaining clips and install the air grille before sliding the refrigerator into place QUESTIONS USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE TURNS ON AND OFF FREQUENTLY SEEMS TO RUN TOO LONG VIBRATION CABINET HAS ODOR POSSIBLE CAUSE e Not plugged in e The circuit breaker tripped or fuse blown e This is normal Small refrigerators cycle mor
9. house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded If you have only a standard two prong wall outlet it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall outlet DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD CAUTION Attaching an adapter ground terminal to the 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 When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter with one hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should the adapter ground terminal break DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established 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 still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical ra
10. ng your refrigerator To defrost remove foods and ice trays from the ice tray compartment put drip tray in place and set temperature control dial at OFF 4 NOTE e If this refrigerator is unplugged or turned off you must allow 3 minutes before starting it or plugging it back in If you attempt to restart it in less than 3 minutes it will not start e Turning the temperature control dial to OFF stops cooling but does not shut off power to the refrigerator Wash ice trays in lukewarm water only Do not put them in an automatic dishwasher Ice Tray Compartment e This compartment is designed for production of ice cubes and short term storage a few days at the most of some commercially frozen foods e The temperature in the ice tray compartment doesn t get cold enough to freeze food safely Defrosting usually takes a few hours To defrost faster keep the door open Also pouring warm not hot water on the frosted part may speed defrosting Do not use boiling water it may damage plastic parts After defrosting empty water from the drip tray Wash the drip tray in warm water Wipe the ice tray compartment with a damp cloth Then turn the temperature control to the desired setting and return food and ice trays to the refrigerator NOTE If ice buildup is very thick it may keep the ice tray compartment door from opening or closing completely Don t try to force it open after defrosting the door
11. ourteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week 800 626 2000 Upon request GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Service Contracts 800 626 2224 For Customers With Special Needs Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 to request information or service You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE parts system provides access to over 47 000 parts and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet cover procedures intended to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel
12. the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for use in the 48 mainland states Alaska Hawaii and Washington D C All warranty service will be provided by GE Appliance Service and Parts Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially e Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God e Loss of food due to spoilage WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you 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 in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 TAX6
13. ting of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 120 volts REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATIONS THIS REFRIGERATOR IS DESIGNED FOR 3 Install ee air a Alei front alpe of E mounting tabs on grille with front edge of FREE STANDING OR RECESSED INSTALLATION countertop and fasten grille in place with screws saved in step 1 This will provide the 1 2 clearance needed for proper air flow IF IT IS TO BE FREE STANDING e Save the air grille that s packed with the appliance in case you want to recess the refrigerator later a ri ni a I i Nt I Ji j i 1 IF IT IS TO BE RECESSED NOW 1 Remove the counter top A Slide refrigerator into recess after leveling it and plugging its power cord into electrical outlet Take out four screws at the top rear of the cabinet lift the top slightly at the rear and push it forward to remove it 2 Remove the 3 metal countertop retaining clips at the front remove 3 Metal Clip ef Save removed parts in case you want to reinstall the countertop later REVERSING THE DOOR SWING TO CHANGE THE DOOR HINGES FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE REFRIGERATOR TO THE LEFT 1 Unplug the refrigerator and empty it 2 Remove the countertop See the Refrigerator Installation section Top Hinge Shim on some models 3 Remove the top hinge and if there s a shim under the hinge remove it too Set the hinge and shim aside 4 Open the door slightly and lift it off 5 Carefully s
14. ubject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Temperature Control Dial The temperature control dial 5 has settings from MIN Max to MAX plus OFF MIN is the warmest MAX is the coldest Initially set the temperature control dial at 3 30e 29 MIN e 1 After using the refrigerator for 24 hours adjust the temperature control to the setting that is best suited to your needs Shelves Shelves can be moved to different levels to suit your varying food storage needs To remove a shelf lift front slightly and pull straight out Ice Service Ice trays need to be set on the floor of the ice tray compartment to freeze properly To release ice cubes hold the tray upside down over an ice bucket or bowl and twist tray at both ends If the ice tray freezes to the floor pour a little lukewarm water around it to loosen it Do not use boiling water which can damage plastic parts or sharp metal objects such as a knife or screwdriver which can damage the cooling system tubing Defrosting Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the ice tray compartment becomes 1 4 thick Never use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils A punctured cooling coil will cause serious problems and void the warranty We recommend using a plastic scraper Do not use any electrical device in defrosti
15. umber to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A Read all instructions before using this appliance appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following WA RNING When using this e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Guide e This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used See grounding instructions and the Installation section _ Never unplug your refrigerator XK by pulling on the power cord Always 7 grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet e Repair or replace immediately all electric service 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 the plug or connector end e When moving your refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord e Do not allow children to climb stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT VIN Proper Disposal of the Refrigerator Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems 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 ol
16. xtended vacations of baking soda in refrigerator Leave doors open INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS IMPORTANT Please Read Carefully How to connect electricity For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug which mates with a standard three prong grounding wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance Preferred Insure proper ground exists before use Use of Adapter Plug Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug However if you still elect to use an adapter where local codes permit a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two 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 Temporary Method Adapter plugs not permitted in Canada Align large the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord prongs slots ste I 2 fe op a 2 f ical Insure proper ground and firm connection before use Electrical Requirements 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
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