GE GTK17GBEBS Use and Care Manual - Page 17

Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem Motor operates for long periods or cycles RQDQGRȹIUHTXHQWO\ (Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger space and a larger freezer require more operating time. They start and stop often to maintain even temperatures.) Frost or ice crystals on frozen food (frost within package is normal) Automatic icemaker does not work (on some models) Frequent "buzzing" sound Cubes too small Slow ice cube freezing Ice cubes have odor/taste Moisture forms on cabinet surface between the doors Moisture collects inside (in humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened) Refrigerator has odor Possible Causes Normal when refrigerator LV¿UVWSOXJJHGLQ Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in refrigerator. Door left open. Hot weather or frequent door openings. Temperature control dial set at the coldest setting. Grille and condenser need cleaning. Door left open. Too frequent or too long door openings. What To Do • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. • This is normal. • Check to see if package is holding door open. • This is normal. • See About the temperature control dial. • See Care and cleaning. • Check to see if package is holding door open. Icemaker is not on. • Move the feeler arm to the ONGRZQ SRVLWLRQ or on the power switch model, move the switch to the ON position :DWHUVXSSO\WXUQHGRȹRU not connected. • See Installing the water line. Freezer compartment too warm. • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker WRVKXWRȹ • Level cubes by hand. Icemaker is on but the water supply to the refrigerator has not been connected. •Move the feeler arm to the STOP (up) position or move the power switch to the OFF position. Keeping it on will damage. the water valve. :DWHUVKXWRȹYDOYHFRQQHFWLQJ •Call the plumber to clear the valve. refrigerator to water line may be clogged. Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open. Temperature control dial not set cold enough. • See About the temperature control dial. Energy SmartTM feature is • See About Energy SmartTM Models.. altering refrigerator performance Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes. Food transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes. Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. • Wrap foods well. • See Care and cleaning. Not unusual during periods of high humidity. • Wipe surface dry and reset temperature control dial one setting colder. Too frequent or too long door openings. Foods transmitting odor to refrigerator. Interior needs cleaning. • Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped. ‡.HHSDQRSHQER[RIEDNLQJVRGDLQWKHUHIULJHUDWRU replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. 17