GE Bottom-Freezer Built-In Refrigerators User's Manual
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1. 15 16 Storage PANS ss sue naiss 11 Product Registration 3 Temperature Controls 8 Safety Instructions 4 7 Water Filter Cartridge 9 State of California Water Treatment Device Certificate 18 Warranty seen Back Cover Care and Cleaning Cleaning Outside and Inside 13 CONDENSER 2 he ee kee 13 Light Bulb Replacement 14 Master Light Switch 14 VACANOD inserieren ass bs 14 Read this manual carefully It is intended to If you don t understand something or need help you operate and maintain your new more help there is a list of toll free consumer refrigerator properly service numbers included in the back section of this manual Keep it handy for answers to your questions OR Visit our Website at ge com Write down the model amp serial numbers If you received a damaged refrigerator Save time amp money If you need service You ll see them on a label inside the fresh food compartment under the storage drawers on the right side These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card included with this manual Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the refrigerator Before you request service check the Problem Solver in the back of this manual To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in th2. Replacement filters To order additional filter cartridges in the United States visit our Website at ge com or call GE Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 MWF Suggested Retail 38 95 47 95 Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Camco Service Center Automatic icemaker Sabbath Mode Product Kit available at extra cost 10 Automatic Icemaker on some models and Sabbath Mode Product Kit A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 24 hours to begin making ice The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle approximately 15 cycles in a 24 hour period If the refrigerator is operated before the water connection is made to the icemaker set the power switch to O off When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply set the power switch to I on Throw away the first full bucket of ice to allow the water line to clear Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm the icemaker will stop producing ice It is normal for several cubes to be joined together Ifice is not used frequently old ice cubes will become cloudy taste stale and shrink The Sabbath Mode Product Kit was designed for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays The Sabbath Mode feature makes it possible for observant Jews to refrigerate and freezer food during the duration of the holiday The Sabbath Mode feature can b
3. l on peut facilement se pincer les espaces entre les portes et entre les portes et les placards sont toujours troits Soyez prudent lorsque vous fermez les portes de l appareil en pr sence des enfants e Debranchez votre r frig rateur avant de le nettoyer et de le r parer REMARQUE Nous vous recommandons vivement de confier toute r paration a un technicien qualifi e Avant de remplacer une ampoule grill e mettez le commutateur de lumi re principale en position OFF arr t pour teindre la lumi re afin d viter tout contact avec un fil sous tension Une ampoule grill e peut se briser pendant l op ration REMARQUE Lorsque vous placez les commandes de temp rature du r frig rateur sur OFF arr t l alimentation lectrique de l ampoule n est pas coup e e Ne faites PAS recongeler des aliments surgel s qui ont compl tement d gel DANGER RISQUES POUR LES ENFANTS Avant de vous d barrasser de votre vieux appareil de r frig ration e Demontez les portes e Laissez les clayettes en place afin d emp cher les enfants de grimper l int rieur IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 with a 3 prong grounding plug which mates with a standard 3 pron
4. below 60 F 16 C follow the same instructions as for long vacations Set the icemaker power switch to the O off position and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator 7 oo Sn iL The switch is located on the divider behind the grille panel Questions Use this problem solver PROBLEM REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE MOTOR OPERATES FOR LONG PERIODS OR CYCLES ON AND OFF FREQUENTLY Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer require more operating time They start and stop often to maintain even temperatures OPERATING SOUNDS The Problem Solver Botiom Freezer Refrigerator POSSIBLE CAUSE e May be in defrost cycle when compressor does not operate for about 30 minutes e Temperature control in the OFF position e If interior light is not on refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet e The fuse is blown circuit breaker is tripped Replace fuse or reset the breaker e Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down e The new variable speed compressor is designed to run for longer periods of time to optimize efficiency and noise You may notice the compressor and or fan speeds accelerate based upon door openings and or increased food loads e You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds This happens when the refrigerator is first plu
5. green light may not be visible with the top grille panel closed If you are not sure if the unit is in Sabbath Mode raise the grille panel and see if the green light is on DISPLAYS ALARMS and LIGHTS The main temperature control door alarms and lights will be disabled ICEMAKER The icemaker will be disabled This Sabbath Mode Product Kit can be purchased from your local appliance dealer The ZSABI Kit is designed for use with Monogram Built In Refrigerators 36 42 and 48 Side by Side models manufactured after February 2004 and 36 Bottom Freezer models manufactured after April 2004 To locate your nearest dealer visit our web site ge com or call 1 800 626 2000 In Canada call 1 888 880 3030 Order Kit ZSAB1 NOTE The Sabbath Mode Product Kit must be installed by a qualified service technician Sealed snack pans Adjustable humidity pans Pan removal High humidity storage Low humidity storage The sealed snack pans retain high humidity for the convenient storage of lunch meats and cheese hors d oeuvres spreads and snacks Make sure the pans are closed completely to maintain the correct humidity level These drawers have individual adjustable humidity controls that let you control the amount of cold air entering the drawers Make sure the drawers are closed completely to maintain the correct humidity level Slide the control all the way to the High setting and the drawer provide
6. in the kitchen with air conditioning will eliminate this condition e Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered e Check for spoiled food e Interior needs cleaning See Care and Cleaning e Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator replace every 3 months e No power at outlet e Light bulb needs replacing See Care and Cleaning e Master Light switch is in the OFF position e Water filter clogged Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug e Check for a connection to a Reverse Osmosis water system If an RO is connected remove the water filter and install the original bypass plug that came with the unit Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System MWF Cartridge This system has been tested according to NSF ANSI 42 53 for reduction of the substances listed below The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF ANSI 42 53 100 safety factors built in for unmetered usage Standard No 42 Aesthetic Effects Parameter USEPA Influent Influent Min Required MCL Cluilenge Concentration Avemmge Zee Menus Average Miriam Reduction ide EP RE EE me Perret am Lae i BE a ee Particulate gt 10 000 particles mL T From en an a Standard No 53 Health Effects Average MCL Challenge Seis Average Fe Mom ne 1 Minimum en sn Te
7. ER FILTER CARTRIDGE Water filter if included From the date of the original purchase we will provide free of charge replacement parts for any part of the water filter cartridge that fails because of a manufacturing defect During this limited thirty day warranty we will also provide free of charge a replacement water filter cartridge 0000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000e This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii Washington D C or 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 is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond in the USA call 800 444 1845 In Canada 888 880 3030 Please have your serial number and model number available when calling for service e Service trips to your home to teach you how e Replacement of the light bulbs if included or to use the
8. NS IMPORTANTES DE SECURITE RACCORDEMENT ELECTRIQUE Ne coupez ni retirez en aucun cas la troisieme broche mise a la terre de la fiche du cordon d alimentation Pour votre s curit cet appareil doit tre correctement mis a la terre Le cordon d alimentation de cet appareil est muni d une fiche a 3 broches mise a la terre qui se branche dans une prise mural ordinaire a 3 alv oles mise a la terre pour r duire au minimum les risques du chocs lectriques Faites examiner la prise de courant et le circuit par un lectricien qualifi pour vous assurer que la prise est correctement mise la terre Si la prise murale est du type standard 2 alv oles il vous incombe de la faire remplacer par une prise 3 alv oles correctement mise la terre L utilisation d un interrupteur de d faut la terre GFI Ground Fault Interruptor n est pas recommand pour la prise de courant du r frig rateur Le r frig rateur doit toujours tre branch dans sa propre prise de courant dont la tension nominale est identique celle indiqu e sur la plaque signal tique Cette pr caution est recommand e pour garantir un rendement optimum et viter une surcharge des circuits lectriques de la r sidence ce qui pourrait cr er un risque d incendie par surschauffe des fils N UTILISEZ PAS UNE FICHE D ADAPTATION POUR RACCORDER LE REFRIGERATEUR DANS UNE PRISE MURALE 2 ALVEOLES N UTILISEZ PAS DE CORD
9. ONS PROLONGATEURS AVEC CET APPAREIL Ne debranchez jamais l appareil en tirant le cordon d alimentation Saisissez fermement la fiche du cordon et tirez droit pour la retirer de la prise R parez ou remplacez imm diatement tout cordon effiloch ou endommag N utilisez pas un cordon fendill ou pr sentant des signes d usure Lorsque vous d placez l appareil du mur faites attention de ne pas la faire rouler sur le cordon d alimentation afin de ne pas l endommager Voyez les Instructions d Installation pour les sp cifications particuliers du systeme d l ctrique de cet appareil CONSERVEZ CES DIRECTIVES Temperature controls Changing display temperatures from F to C Door alarm FREEZER FRESH FOOD Operating Instructions Bottom Freezer Refrigerator WATER FILTER smmus ee ver DOOR s ALARM E e RESET om U Preset Settings Allow 24 hours to reach these preset temperatures The temperature display shows the actual temperature of the freezer and fresh food compartments The actual temperature will vary from the set temperature based on factors such as frequency of door opening amount of food defrost cycling and room temperature NOTE Frequent door openings or door left open for periods of time may increase the internal temperature of the freezer and fresh food compartments temporarily To turn off the cooling system in both the freezer a
10. Owner s Manual Bottom Freezer Built In Refrigerators Monogram Introduction Contents Before using your refrigerator Consumer Information Bottom Freezer Refrigerator Your new Monogram refrigerator makes an eloquent statement of style convenience and kitchen planning flexibility Whether you chose it for its purity of design practical storage arrangements or assiduous attention to detail or for all of these reasons you ll find that your Monogram refrigerator s superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come The Monogram refrigerator was designed to provide the flexibility to blend in with your kitchen cabinetry Decorative door insert panels allow it to match your kitchen cabinets or blend with your kitchen decor Since the Monogram refrigerator is a built in product custom panels are required on the front of the Monogram refrigerator Consult your kitchen designer or cabinetmaker for your customized look The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your refrigerator properly If you have any other questions visit our Website at ge com Consumer Services Operating Instructions Important Phone Numbers 19 Automatic Icemaker 10 Model and Serial Numbers 3 Sabbath Mode Product Kit ZSABI 10 Performance Data Sheet 17 Shelves 12 Problem Solver
11. ant Turning the temperature control to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit There are four light bulbs in the top of the fresh food compartment To replace the bulbs 1 Set the Master Light switch in the OFF position to turn off the lights See Using the Master Light switch 2 Remove the light shield by placing your fingers in the openings at the back of the shield Then pull the shield toward you and swing the back of the shield down 3 Replace with the same size bulb 40 watt max 4 Reinstall the shield and reset the Master Light switch to the ON position Replacement 40 watt bulbs can be purchased at your local general retail store through GE Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 or at ge com Order part 40A15 To replace a bulb 1 Set the Master Light switch in the OFF position to turn off the lights See Using the Master Light switch 2 Remove the freezer light shield by removing the two screws with a Phillips screwdriver 3 Replace with the same size bulb 40 watt max 4 Reinstall the shield and reset the Master Light switch to the ON position Replacement 40 watt bulbs can be purchased at your local general retail store through GE Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 or at ge com Order part 40A15 Care and Cleaning Bottom Freezer Refrigerator For shorter vacations remove perishable foods and leave controls at regular settings However if the room temperature is expected to drop
12. ard you Inside the freezer drawer is a wire slide out freezer basket This basket can be pushed back so items on the bottom of the freezer drawer can be reached To remove the basket 1 Open the freezer drawer Z 2 Lift up the back of the basket then slide the OLK ANAN basket back until it clears the front hooks U DIAL Ensure that the freezer drawer is fully closed To remove basket after each opening to maintain normal operating performance Cleaning outside Cleaning inside Condenser The door handles and trim Clean with a cloth dampened with soapy water Dry with a soft cloth Keep the outside clean Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid dish detergent Dry with a clean soft cloth Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel These may leave a residue that can erode the paint Do not use scouring pads powdered cleaners bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish To help prevent odors leave an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator and freezer compartments Turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box before cleaning If this is not practical wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches lights or controls Use warm water and baking soda solution about a tablespoon 15 ml of baking soda to a quart 1 liter of water This both cleans and neutraliz
13. cribed in this Owner s Manual e This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used Do not allow children to climb stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves compartment when hands are damp or wet Skin may adhere 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 In refrigerators with automatic icemakers avoid contact with moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element located on the bottom of the Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer icemaker Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in 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 your refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual Before replacing a burned out light bulb set the Master Light switch in the OFF position to turn off the lights in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament A burned out light bulb may break when being replaced NOTE Setting the refrigerator temperature con
14. e back of this manual 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 For customers in the USA 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 number to Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Consumer Information Bottom Freezer 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 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself For customers in Canada 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 number to Manager Consumer Relations Camco Inc 1 Factory Lane Suite 310 Moncton N B E1C 9M3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS A DANGER AWARNING When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as des
15. e is designed nn to filter 300 gallons of water OT er lasting approximately 12 months It should be replaced when the status E light turns red or if you notice the ice cubes getting hollow or small WATER FILTER Installing the Filter Cartridge 1 Raise the grille panel at the top of the refrigerator N Remove the old cartridge by slowly turning it to the left A small amount of water may drip down Do not pull down on the cartridge Fill the new cartridge with water from the tap to allow for better flow immediately after installation 4 Line up the arrow on the cartridge with the center of the holder Do not push it up into the holder gt Slowly turn it to the right until the cartridge stops It will rotate about 1 4 turn DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Cartridge Holder Water Filter Cartridge Slowly turn it to the right Do not overtighten Bottom Freezer Refrigerator To Reset the Filter Status Light Press and hold the RESET pad for 3 seconds Filter Bypass Plug You must use the filter bypass plug a if you have a household reverse osmosis water system and or another form of home water filtration system b if a replacement filter is not available The icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug installed O Filter Bypass Im Plug Anna
16. e set to override typical reactions to actions in your refrigerator While in the Sabbath Mode your refrigerator will still operate normally However the refrigerator will not respond to your actions While in the Sabbath Mode you may notice the fan running when the door is opened however this is not a result of your actions The fan will operate at random times The defrost heater will continue to defrost the refrigerator and freezer and will be activated on a timer The defrost heater will not defrost as a result of door openings or any consumer actions Bottom Freezer Refrigerator Power Switch Icemaker Feeler Arm Ifice cubes get stuck in the icemaker set the power switch to O off and remove the cubes Set the power switch to I on to restart the icemaker After the icemaker has been turned on again there will be a delay of about 45 minutes before the icemaker resumes operations The ice bucket is conveniently located in the upper freezer basket Occasionally ice cubes may spill out of the bucket Should the ice cubes fall to the bottom of the freezer they are of no concern they will sublimate away harmlessly NOTE In homes with low water pressure you may hear the icemaker water valve cycle on several times when making one batch of ice ON OFF To activate raise the top grill panel set the Sabbath Mode switch to the ON position A green LED light will be visible below the Sabbath Mode Kit switch The
17. er rights which vary from state to state province to province To know what your legal rights are in your state province consult your local or state provincial consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor in USA General Electric Company GE Consumer amp Industrial Louisville KY 40225 Appliances General Electric Company Warrantor in Canada Camco Inc Louisville KY 40225 ge com
18. es odors Thoroughly rinse and wipe dry There is no need for routine condenser cleanings in normal home operating environments However in environments that may be particularly dusty or greasy the condenser should be cleaned annually for efficient refrigerator operation To clean the condenser AWARN ING The condenser fins have sharp edges Wear a long sleeved shirt and gloves to safely clean the condenser AAVERTISSEMENT Les ailerons du condensateur sont extr mement coupants Portez une chemise a manches longues et des gants pour nettoyer le condensateur en toute s curit 1 Turn off the power at the circuit breaker or fuse box Wait about 30 minutes for the condenser area to cool Care and Cleaning Bottom Freezer Refrigerator The stainless steel panels and door handles on some models should be regularly cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner such as Stainless Steel Magic Stainless Steel Magic and the Monogram polishing cloth are available to preserve and protect the fine finish through GE Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 or ge com For Stainless Steel Magic order part number WX10X15 For Monogram polishing cloth order part number WX72X10001 Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel Other parts of the refrigerator including door gaskets meat and vegetable drawers ice storage bin and all plastic parts can be cleaned the same way After clea
19. g 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 Where a standard 2 prong wall outlet is encountered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet Use of a GFI Ground Fault Interruptor is not recommended for the refrigerator 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 DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT THE REFRIGERATOR TO A 2 PRONG OUTLET DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE 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 Refer to the Installation Instructions for particular electrical system specifications for this refrigerator SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIO
20. gerator cools to the correct temperature Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide optimal cooling and energy savings The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound when attempting to restart this could take up to 5 minutes The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when relays activate to control refrigerator components Ice cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as icemaker refills The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water DOOR NOT CLOSING Package holding door open PROPERLY e Check the door gasket it may be out of position e Refrigerator not level See Installation Instructions 15 Questions Use this problem solver 16 PROBLEM VIBRATION OR RATTLING Slight vibration is normal FRESH FOOD OR FREEZER COMPARTMENT TOO WARM FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD Frost within package is normal SLOW ICE CUBE FREEZING ICE CUBES HAVE ODOR TASTE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK MOISTURE FORMS ON OUTSIDE OF REFRIGERATOR MOISTURE COLLECTS INSIDE REFRIGERATOR HAS ODOR INTERIOR LIGHT DOES NOT WORK SMALL OR HOLLOW CUBES The Problem Solver Bottom Freezer Refrigerator POSSIBLE CAUSE e Refrigerator may not be properly installed e Temperature controls not set cold enough See Temperature Controls e Warm weather or frequent door openings e Door left open for long time or f
21. gged in when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer compartments The fans are helping to maintain the correct temperatures Door left open or package holding door open If either door is open for over 3 minutes you may hear the fans come on in order to cool the light e Hot weather or frequent door openings This is normal e Temperature controls set at the coldest setting See Temperature Controls e Refrigerator is so quiet that most of the time you will hear low or no operating noise e Normal fan air flow one fan blows cold air through the fresh food and freezer compartments another fan cools the compressor motor e The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and energy savings These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time You may hear a whooshing or gurgling sound when the doors close This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator Awater dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may make a gurgling noise like boiling water Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the refrigerator is first plugged in or during after the defrost cycle This happens as the refri
22. ity Lead Mercury Organic Contaminants Alachlor Atrazine Benzene Carbofuran Lindane Mercury Toxaphene 1 4 dichlorobenzene 2 4 D Rated Service Capacity 300 gal Rated Service Flow 0 5 gpm Conditions of Certification Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality except that systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts 18 GE Answer Center In the USA 800 626 2000 In Home Repair Service In the USA 800 444 1845 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 For Customers With Special Needs In the USA 800 626 2000 Service Contracts In the USA 800 626 2224 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 Parts and Accessories In the USA 800 626 2002 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 Consumer Services Bottom Freezer Refrigerator With the purchase of your new Monogram 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 Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week OR Visit our Website at ge com In Canada call 1 888 880 3030 A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair se
23. nce with the state and local laws and regulations E Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions actual performance may vary Systems must be installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer s recommended procedures and guidelines System Tested and Certified by NSF International against ANSI NSF Standard 42 amp 53 for the reduction of Standard No 42 Aesthetic Effects Standard No 53 Health Effects Chemical Unit Chemical Reduction Unit Chlorine Taste and Odor Alachlor and Atrazine Reduction Mechanical Filtration Unit Benzene and Carbofuran Reduction 1 4 dichlorobenzene and 2 4 D Reduction Lead and Lindane Reduction Mercury and Toxaphene Reduction Mechanical Filtration Unit Turbidity Reduction Cyst and Asbestos Reduction Particulate Reduction Class I Manufactured for General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 17 EPA EST No 070595 MN 001 State of California Department of Health Services Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 05 1698 Date Issued February 2 2005 Trademark Model Designation Replacement Elements MWF MWF Manufacturer General Electric Company The water treatment device s listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Cysts Asbestos Turbid
24. nd fresh food compartments press either pad until both displays show OFF To turn the cooling system on press either pad The preset temperatures of 0 F and 37 F will appear in the display To change the temperature display between Fahrenheit and Celsius press the Temp Display C F To turn the Door Alarm feature on press the pad once The ACTIVE light will come on To turn it off press the pad again To check the current temperature setting for the fresh food or freezer compartment press the or pad once After 5 seconds the display will return to the actual temperature To change the temperature settings press the or pads to desired temperature set point for fresh food and freezer separately Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set Temperature Ranges Low High Fresh Food SEF _ _45 F 1 C 7 C Freezer __6F_ _ 6F_ 21 C 14 C NOTE Setting the controls to OFF stops cooling but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator TEMP DISPLAY C F l When the DOOR ALARM is active the alarm will flash Q f poor and beep if you keep the big door open for more than 2 minutes gt Water filter cartridge Automatic Icemaker on some models The water filter cartridge is located behind the grille panel at the top of the refrigerator Lift up the panel to access the cartridge When to Replace the Filter The filter cartridg
25. nel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation 19 WHAT IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase WHAT IS NOT COVERED 162D9632P007 49 60423 11 05 JR Printed in the United States Warranty Bottom Freezer Refrigerator YOUR MONOGRAM REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY For two years 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 FIVE YEAR WARRANTY For five years 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 sealed refrigerating system the compressor condenser evaporator and all connecting tubing that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED ADDITIONAL SEVEN YEAR WARRANTY ON THE SEALED SYSTEM For the sixth through twelfth year from the date of the original purchase we will provide free of charge replacement parts for any part of the sealed refrigerating system the compressor condenser evaporator and all connecting tubing that fails because of a manufacturing defect You pay for the service trip to your home and for service labor charges LIMITED THIRTY DAY WARRANTY ON WAT
26. ning the door gaskets apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to break Handle glass shelves carefully Rough handling of tempered glass can cause it to shatter Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher Condenser Coils Clean the condenser periodically with a brush N Raise the grille panel at the top of the refrigerator Use a soft bristle brush to loosen dust and lint on the condenser fins Use a vacuum hose to remove soil aN Lower the grille panel gt Reconnect power at the fuse box or circuit breaker 13 Preparing for vacation Using the Master Light switch Light bulb replacement in the fresh food compartment Light bulb replacement in the freezer compartment 14 For long vacations or absences remove food and shut off power to the refrigerator at the fuse box or circuit breaker Clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon 15 ml of baking soda to one quart 1 liter of water Leave the doors open This feature turns off the lights in the fresh food and freezer compartments The switch is located behind the grille panel at the top of the refrigerator Lift up the panel to access the switch Import
27. product water filter cartridge if included other than as e Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit noted above breakers e Replacement of the water filter cartridge if e Damage to the product caused by accident fire included due to water pressure that is outside the floods or acts of God specified operating range or due to excessive e Failure of the product if it is used for other than sediment in the water supply its intended purpose or used commercially e Loss of food due to spoilage in the USA only e Damage caused after delivery e Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance Improper installation delivery or maintenance i Product not accessible to provide required service If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities 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 Some states provinces 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 oth
28. rapped foods such as Broccoli Brussels sprouts e Apples e Apricots e Grapes e Mushrooms e Nectarines e Oranges e Cabbage e Cauliflower e Green onions e Papayas e Peaches Pears Pomegranates Mangoes e Raspberries e Parsnips e Turnips e Squash summer e Strawberries e Tangerines 11 Adjustable shelves in the fresh food compartment Removable wine rack Door bins Freezer drawer with basket 12 Shelves and Bins Bottom Freezer Refrigerator Tempered glass shelves in the fresh food compartment enable you to make efficient shelf arrangements to fit your family s food storage needs To remove shelves Tilt shelf up at front then lift it up and out of tracks on rear wall of refrigerator To replace shelves Select desired shelf height With shelf front raised slightly engage top lugs in tracks at rear of cabinet Then lower front of shelf until it locks into position The wine rack is designed to hold a bottle on its side and will fit on any shelf To relocate the wine rack Pull the wine rack straight out position its lip over the right edge of the shelf you want to suspend it from and push it all the way in Some door bins are adjustable and can be moved up and down to meet your storage needs NOTE The deeper door bins must be placed at the bottom of the door only To remove Lift the bin up and slide it tow
29. reezer door left ajar e Package may be holding door open e Door left open or package holding door open e Frequent or long door openings e Freezer door left ajar e Door may have been left open or freezer door left ajar e Temperature of freezer compartment too warm e Old cubes need to be discarded e Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed e Unsealed packages in freezer compartment may be transmitting odor taste to ice cubes e Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator replace every 3 months e Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning See Care and Cleaning e Poor tasting incoming water Replace water filter e Icemaker power switch is in the O off position e Water supply turned off restricted or not connected Call your installer for proper water supply line connection e Water filter clogged Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug e Freezer compartment too warm e Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to shut off too soon Level cubes in bin e Ice cubes stuck in icemaker Turn off the icemaker remove cubes and turn the icemaker back on e Not unusual during periods of high humidity Wipe surface dry e Door left open or package holding door open e Controlling humidity and temperature in the kitchen with air conditioning will eliminate this condition e In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened e Controlling humidity and temperature
30. rfaces froides du cong lateur surtout si vous avez les mains humides ou mouill es la peau risque d adh rer ces surfaces tr s froides e N entreposez et n utilisez pas d essence ou autres vapeurs et liquides inflammables a proximite de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil lectrom nager e Pour les r frig rateurs dot s d une machine gla ons automatique vitez le contact avec les pi ces mobiles du m canisme jecteur ou avec l l ment chauffant situ la partie inf rieure de la machine a glacons Ne posez Les enfants pris au pi ge ou morts d asphyxie sont toujours d actualit Les appareils de r frig ration abandon s sont toujours aussi dangereux m me si on n attend que quelque jours pour s en d barasser Si vous ne gardez pas votre ancien appareil veuillez suivre les directives ci dessous afin de pr venir les accidents REFRIGERANTS Tous les appareils de r frig ration contiennent des r frig rants qui conform ment aux lois f d rales doivent tre enlev s avant toute limination de l appareil Si vous vous d barrassez de vieux appareils de r frig ration v rifiez aupr s de la soci t qui s occupe de leur Elimination ce que vous devez faire LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS pas les doigts ou les mains sur le m canisme de la machine a glacons pendant que le r frig rateur est branch e Eloignez les doigts des parties du r frig rateur o
31. rvice 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 offers Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility 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 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have 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 manual cover procedures intended to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service person
32. s higher humidity levels recommended for most leafy vegetables Slide the control all the way to the Low setting and the drawer provides lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits Excess water that may accumulate on the bottom of the drawers should be emptied and the drawers wiped dry To remove a pan pull it out and lift the front up and out of the wire holder Lift the back up and out To replace a pan place the back of the pan in the wire holder making sure the indentations at the back of the pan fit into the back of the wire holder Then lower the front of the pan into the wire holder Press firmly on the top of the pan until it snaps into place Storing unwrapped foods in a high humidity environment keeps foods fresh by retaining the natural moisture content of foods such as e Artichokes e Cherries e Parsley e Asparagus e Corn e Peas green e Beets topped e Cucumbers Radishes Blueberries e Currants Rhubarb e Carrots e Greens leafy e Spinach e Celery e Lettuce e Tomatoes ripe Lower humidity storage should be used for items such as Storage Pans Bottom Freezer Refrigerator These pans must be fully closed before closing the fresh food compartment door These pans must be fully closed before closing the fresh food compartment door As in any refrigerated storage area it is recommended that foods with strong odors be stored w
33. sted using a flow rate of 0 50 gpm pressure of 60 psig pH of 7 5 0 5 temp of 68 5 F 20 3 C Measurement in Particles ml Particles used were 0 5 1 microns NTU Nephelometric Turbidity units Operating Specifications E Capacity certified for up to 300 gallons 1135 1 up to six months for models without a replacement filter indicator light up to one year for models with a replacement filter indicator light E Pressure requirement 40 120 psi 2 8 8 2 bar non shock E Temperature 33 100 F 0 6 38 C E Flow rate 0 5 gpm 1 9 Ipm General Installation Operation Maintenance Requirements E Flush new cartridge at full flow for 3 minutes to purge out trapped air E Replace cartridge when the indicator light flashes or water flow rate is reduced on non indicator units Special Notices E Installation instructions parts and service availability and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped E This drinking water system must be maintained according to manufacturer s instructions including replacement of filter cartridges E Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts E The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment system are not necessarily in your water E Check for complia
34. trols to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer 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 old refrigerator please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents 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 Take off the doors Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES DE SECURITE AAVERTISSEMENT Lorsque vous utilisez le r frig rateur observez toujours certaines pr cautions de base notamment e N utilisez le r frig rateur que pour son usage pr vu comme d crit dans le present manuel e Installez le r frig rateur conform ment aux directives d installation avant de lutiliser e Ne laissez pas les enfants grimper s asseoir se tenir debout ni se pendre aux clayettes du r frig rateur Ils pourraient endommager le r frig rateur et se blesser gravement e Une fois le r frig rateur en marche ne touchez pas les su
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