GE 2 Cubic Foot Models Refrigerator User Manual
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1. _ GE Appl ances Website www GEAppliances com pas Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts or order catalogs on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts Real Life Des ign Studio www GEAppliances com GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that f TM your questions and so much more can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the hearing impaired please call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 Parts and Accessories www GEAppliances com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal business hours Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user GE does not support any servicing of the refrigerator Contact Us www GEAppliances com EA If you are not satisfied with the service you receive on your GE product2. ZL Refrigerator Location z Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 50 F 10 C because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded If the 2 cubic foot model is placed on a countertop or stand the front surface of the door should be 3 or more back from the edge of the countertop or stand to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance during normal use Do not install it closer than 5 13 cm next to a range The following applies only to the 2 3 and 4 Cubic Foot Models Do not install it in a recessed area Do not build in the refrigerator SW Clearances gt Allow the following clearances for ease of installation and proper air circulation 2 3and4 6 Cubic Foot Cubic Foot Models Model only 1 2 13 mm 0 0 mm 2 51 mm 0 0 mm 2 51 mm 0 0 mm 1 1 4 32 mm for hinge side clearance From the rear cabinet surface to the wall Leveling Legs on some models Adjustable legs at the front corners of the refrigerator Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips BIEVER Seite Operating Instructions Safety Instructions clockwise to lower 10 Turn counterclockwise to raise 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 To adjust t
3. basic safety precautions should be followed including the following 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 in the refrigerator They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Before replacing a burned out light bulb the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament A burned out light bulb may break when being replaced Keep fingers out of the pinch point areas clearances 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 GE does not support any servicing of the refrigerator Turning the temperature control dial to the OFF position stops cooling but does not shut off power to the refrigerator A DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT 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 Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or
4. power cord plug with the other hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING ma USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug 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 READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About the control on the refri ger ator www GEAppliances com COLDEST OFF OFF COLDEST Xe COLDEST The control will look like one of the above Control Settings The temperature control maintains the temperature in the refrigerator Setting the control at COOL is the warmest setting Setting the control at COLDEST is the coldest setting Set the control at COLD Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the COLD temperature If you want a colder or warmer temper
5. 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 Printed in China
6. lock in either the open or closed position Keep the key out of reach of children and away from the refrigerator If a replacement key is needed it can be ordered by visiting our Website www GEAppliances com or calling GE Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Refrigerator Storage Zones on cycle defrost all refrigerator models REFRIGERATOR STORAGE ZONES For best results foll EAE NER BEST FOR FRUITS VEGETABLES the recommended storage Zones FRUIT The top and front ZONE middle shelf are best for storing fruits and vegetables Case Top Shelf Middle Shelf Door The rear middle eal Front shelf and bottom shelf are best for storing beverages deli meats and cheeses BEST FOR BEVERAGES DELI MEATS AND CHEESES DELI ZONE Bottom Shelf Side View of Refrigerator Care and cleaning of the refri ger ator www GEAppliances com Cleaning the Outside Keep the outside clean Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent Dry and polish with a clean soft cloth suonanjsuy Majes 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 Protect the paint finish The finish on the outside of the refrigerator is a high quality
7. Freezer Take off the doors PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside 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 www GEAppliances com pee 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 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 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 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 you have only a standard 2 prong wall outlet it is your personal responsibility and
8. ature move the dial one setting at a time Moving the control to OFF stops cooling but does not turn off the power to the refrigerator Setting the control to one of the snowflake positions may cause freezing in the refrigerator depending on the room temperature How To Test Temperatures Use the milk test Place a container of milk on a shelf and check it a day later If the milk is too warm or too cold adjust the temperature control After changing the control allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set ior suonanjsuy Majes yioddng saumsuo sdij Gunyooysajqnoy suoomasuy voneyeysuy Be AE Safety Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips installation Instructions WUTA ae About the refrigerator features Shelves To remove a shelf lift up the back slightly and pull forward Some models have multi position shelves that can be moved to different levels Ice Tray Compartment on some models This compartment is designed for production of ice cubes and short term storage a few days at most of some commercially frozen foods when in contact with the evaporator cold surface in compartment Door Shelves Shelves on the door provide convenient storage for frequently used items Some models have doors that are deep enough to store large bottles Key Ejecting Lock on some models The key for the spring loaded lock is automatically ejected key will not remain in
9. ature control See About the control set at the coldest setting Not enough clearance See Clearances in Preparing from the wall to install the refrigerator Door will not open Refrigerator is locked Unlock the door with lock is available on some models the key If the key has been lost a replacement key can be ordered by visiting our Website www GEAppliances com or calling GE Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 W suon nysuj uonejjesuj suo nysuj Gunesadg suo nanysuj Ajajes fn a Q S Q 7 pioddng sauinsuog itm Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Troubleshooting S 77 S z S 14 Troubleshooting tips 2 Save time and money Problem Refrigerator too warm Refrigerator has odor Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator Moisture collects inside in humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when door is opened Refrigerator too cold Possible Causes Temperature control not set cold enough What To Do See About the control Warm weather or frequent door openings Set the temperature control one step colder See About the control Door left open Check to see if package is holding door open Cabinet sides are warm applies only to 2 3 and 4 Cubic Foot Models Foods transmitting odor to refrigerator This is normal for a hot wall type condenser Fo
10. 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 Cleaning the Inside To help prevent odors leave an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning If this is not practical wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around the control 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 neutralizes odors Rinse and wipe dry Other parts of the refrigerator including door gaskets fruit and vegetable drawers and all plastic parts can be cleaned the same way Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the dishwasher Replacing the Light Bulb on some models Unplug the refrigerator before replacing a burned out bulb Setting the controls to OFF does not remove power to the light circuit The light bulb is located behind the temperature control housing and is visible through the slots in the housing Reach up through the opening at the bottom of the control housing and gently unscrew the light bulb Replace with a bulb of the same or lower wattage yioddng saumnsuo sd Gunooysajqnosy suopomnsuy voneyeysuy Re es Safety Instructions Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions BU Tac ae Care and cleanin
11. e leveling leg when the door swing is reversed Screw the right leveling leg with the spacer in place back in place on the right side Position the door on the left bottom hinge With the magnetic gasket holding the door in place secure the top hinge with screws Make sure the door is aligned with the refrigerator cabinet before continuing Replace the top plate and screws Slide the top cover back in place and replace the two screws Put the plug button in the hole on the right side of the door top cap Troubl eshooting tips www GEAppliances com Q Save time and money Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator does not Control in OFF position Move the control to a operate temperature setting Refrigerator is Push the plug completely unplugged into the outlet The fuse is blown circuit Replace fuse or reset breaker is tripped the breaker Vibration or rattling Front leveling legs See Leveling Legs slight vibration on some models is normal need adjusting Refrigerator is on Use shims to level the an uneven surface refrigerator Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator Wait 24 hours for the long periods or cycles is first plugged in refrigerator to completely cool down Often occurs when This is normal large amounts of food are placed in refrigerator Door left open Check to see if package is holding door open Hot weather or frequent This is normal door openings Temper
12. f circuit breakers and user controls Replacement of the light bulbs Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Damage caused after delivery Damage to the product caused by Improper installation delivery or prop y accident fire floods or acts of God maintenance Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA sdij Gunooysajqno y SUOH NSU uonejjesuj suonongsuy Gunesadg suonanjsuy Majes 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 Exclusion of implied warranties Except where prohibited or restricted by law there are no warranties whether express oral or statutory which extend beyond the description on the face hereof including specifically the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose 5 3 5 S S qJ Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 Consumer Support
13. g of the refrigerator Defrosting on manual defrost models with freezer area 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 defrosting your refrigerator To defrost Remove foods and ice trays from the ice tray compartment Set the temperature control dial at OFF position On models without a drip tray place a pan beneath the ice tray compartment to collect water 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 or from the pan placed beneath the ice tray compartment Wash the tray or pan with warm water Wipe the ice tray compartment with a damp cloth 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 will open and close easily Defrosting on cycle defrost all refrigerator models Defrost whenever frost on the in
14. he leveling legs turn the legs counterclockwise to raise the refrigerator clockwise to lower it Preparing to install the refrigerator Hinge cover Plug buttons RS or screws ii PR Gaa 7 hinge S Leveling legs Door Reversal on some models 1 10 11 12 13 Remove the small plug button on the left side of the door top cap Remove the three plug buttons or screws on the left side on top of the cabinet Remove the plastic hinge cover by lifting it up by the front edge Remove the three screws from the top hinge Lift the door up and off the bottom hinge right side Tilt the refrigerator cabinet back to remove the right leveling leg Remove the screws on the bottom hinge right side and the left leveling leg Move the bottom hinge to the left side and secure it with the screws and leveling leg IMPORTANT The left leg has a spacer that must be moved to the right side leveling leg when the door swing is reversed Screw the right leveling leg with the spacer in place back in place on the right side Position the door on the left bottom hinge With the magnetic gasket holding the door in place secure the top hinge with screws Make sure the door is aligned with the refrigerator cabinet before continuing Replace the hinge cover on top of the hinge Put the plug button in the hole on the right side of the door cap P
15. 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 do S lt A S S yioddng saumnsuo sdij Guyooysajqno y SUONINASU uonejjesuj suonongsuy Gunesadg A WARNING Y S S S z gt S e However if you must use an adapter where 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
16. ods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator replace every three months Interior needs cleaning See Care and cleaning Defrost water pan needs cleaning on some models Not unusual during periods of high humidity Too frequent or too long door openings Temperature control set too cold See Care and cleaning Wipe surface dry See About the control GE Refrigerator One Year Limited Warranty T Staple your receipt here iC Proof of the original purchase date is B needed to make a warranty claim For The Period Of What GE Will Provide One Year Replacement unit for any product which fails due to a From the date of the defect in materials or workmanship The exchange original purchase unit is warranted for the remainder of your product s original one year warranty period In Order to Make a Warranty Claim Properly pack your unit Include in the package a copy of We recommend using the original the sales receipt or other evidence carton and packing materials of date of original purchase Also print your name and address and Return the product to the retail a description of the defect location where it was purchased What GE Will Not Cover Customer instruction This owner s Loss of food due to spoilage manual provides information Replacement of house fuses or regarding operating instructions resetting o
17. side surfaces of the storage area becomes 1 8 3 mm thick Never use a heater of any kind scraper or sharp metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the refrigerator or cooling coils A punctured cooling coil will cause serious problems and void the warranty To defrost unplug the refrigerator or turn the temperature control dial to the OFF position Remove the contents and wipe inside surfaces and shelves with a clean towel If frost does not come off easily allow the frost to melt somewhat and wipe off After defrosting make sure inside surfaces are dry then return the contents to the refrigerator plug unit back in and set the temperature control to the desired setting Care and cleaning of the refri ger ator www GEAppliances com Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences remove food and unplug the refrigerator Move the control to the OFF position and 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 door open suonanjsuy Majes Preparing to Move Secure all loose items such as shelves and ice trays by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving yioddng saumnsuo sdij Guooysajqno y suopomasuy voneyeysuy Re es Sides Top Back Preparing to install the refrigerator Read these instructions completely and carefully
18. ut the three plug buttons or screws on the right side on top of the cabinet Em suonanysuj Guyesadg suonanjsuy Majes SUOHINMYSU u I S 8 S S S amp E S Pa S S 5 E J Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips WINECA Seite Operating Instructions Safety Instructions 12 Preparing to install the refrigerator Top cover Left hinge location Plug button Door top cap Spacer gt gt S S Leveling legs r Bottom hinge Door Reversal on some models 4 Cubic Foot Models 1 3 Remove the two screws at the back of the top cover Remove the top cover by lifting the back up about 2 and then sliding it forward Remove the small plug button on the left side of the door top cap Remove the three screws on the upper hinge right side Remove the hinge Remove the three screws at the left hinge location on the top plate Remove the screw in the middle of the top plate and remove the top plate Lift the door up and off the bottom hinge right side Tilt the refrigerator cabinet back to remove the right leveling leg Remove the screws on the bottom 10 11 12 13 14 15 hinge right side and the left leveling leg Move the bottom hinge to the left side and secure it with the screws and leveling leg IMPORTANT The left leg has a spacer that must be moved to the right sid
19. www GEAppliances com Safety Information 2 4 Owner s Manual Operating Instructions amp Installation Care and Cleaning 7 9 Instructions Control Settings 5 2 Cubic Foot Models Refrigerator Features 6 3 Cubic Foot Model Replacing the Light Bulb 7 u G oot IViode s 4 Cubic Foot Models Installation Instructions 10 12 6 Cubic Foot Models Troubleshooting Tips 13 14 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty 000 15 ATTENTION Defrosting Do not use sharp pointed objects to remove frost or ice from surfaces of the refrigerator and or freezer compartment Doing so could puncture the cooling coil causing the unit to lose its ability to maintain cold temperatures and voiding the warranty See the Care and Cleaning section for instructions on defrosting the refrigerator and or freezer compartment Refrigerators Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial Find these numbers on a label inside the refrigerator on the side wall 197D5616P002 49 60327 03 04 JR Y S S S z S e Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions N 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 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances
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