GE GTS18ABDBB Use and Care Manual

GE GTS18ABDBB Manual

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    Swing . . . . .13-16 Water Line Installation 10-12 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service ......17, 18 Normal Operating Sounds 17 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Refrigerator Warranty 19 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions Models 16, 17, 18 Write the model and
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    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 company appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical
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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. GEAppliances.com WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
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    SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! 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
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    shelves can be moved to another place in the fresh food compartment. When placed correctly on the shelf supports, the shelf will stop before coming completely out of the refrigerator and will not tilt when you place lower shelves. To remove or replace the shelves, see the above instructions. 5
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    About the freezer compartment shelves. 1 23 Step Shelf (on some models) To remove the step shelf: 1 Lift left side of shelf slightly. 2 Move shelf to the left to free its right ends from holes in the cabinet wall. 3 Lower right side of shelf, move shelf to the right and take it out. To replace
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    and lifting up slightly while pulling drawers past the stop location. Full-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover To remove the cover, lift it off its supports, pull it forward, tilt it and take it out. Twin Drawer Shelf To remove: 1 Remove the drawers. 2 Reach in, push the front of glass cover
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    is available at most appliance parts stores. 8 Moving the rollers support the Light Bulb Replacement To replace a burned-out bulb, unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet, unscrew the bulb when cool and replace it with an appliance , have a qualified servicer drain the water supply
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    instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Installation of this appliance Parts support it fully loaded. CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
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    not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified
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    Installation Instructions Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve and
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    Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE as far as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten
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    instructions all the way through before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by their related parts open-end wrench 1 BEFORE YOU START 1.1Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet. 1.2Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. CAUTION
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    Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1Tape the door shut with masking tape. 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.) 3.5Transfer the
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    Installation Instructions 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE (CONT.) 4.2Interchange hinge and screws at top right with screws at top left of cabinet. Do not tighten screws on hinge side
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    Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES is brought into position, slide the hinge under the head of the screw which earlier had been partly driven into the outermost hole. Insert the remaining screw, then tighten both screws securely. 5.4.3 Remove
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    normal icemaker operating sounds, see the About the automatic icemaker section. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Refrigerator does not operate Vibration or rattling (slight vibration is normal
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    Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger space and a larger freezer require more operating
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    service under the warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: GE and GE PROFILE MODELS: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part manual light appliance.  Product not accessible to provide required service General. Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225 19
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    Support. GE Appliances Website GEAppliances.com In the U.S.: www.Hotpoint.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner's Manuals, order parts
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GEAppliances.com
Refrigerators
Top-Freezer
197D8622P001
49-60655-2
11-11 GE
Safety Instructions
. . . . . . . . . .2–4
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Shelves
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6
Storage Drawers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Reversing the Door Swing . . . . .13–16
Water Line Installation . . . . . . . .10–12
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service . . . . . .17, 18
Normal Operating Sounds
. . . . . . . .17
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . .Back Cover
Refrigerator Warranty
. . . . . . . . . .
19
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #______________________
Serial # ______________________
You can find them on a label on
the upper left side of the fresh food
compartment.
Models 16, 17, 18
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions