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...
2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and 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.
INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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...
If you want a colder or warmer temperature, 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.
The key for the spring-loaded lock is automatically ejected— key will not remain in 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,...
Dry and polish 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.
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Wipe the ice tray compartment with a damp cloth. Return drip tray to below ice tray compartment. Return food and ice trays to the refrigerator and close the door. IMPORTANT: If the red “Defrost Button” is pushed accidentally, it can not be manually released. The defrost cycle will run until complete.
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.
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.
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4. Remove the three screws from the top hinge. 5. Lift the door up and off the bottom hinge (right side). 6. Tilt the refrigerator cabinet back to remove the right leveling leg. 7. Remove the screws on the bottom Bottom...
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Top cover Left hinge location Plug button Spacer Leveling legs Door Reversal 4 Cubic Foot Models 1. Remove the two screws at the back of Upper hinge the top cover. 2. Remove the top cover by lifting the back up about 2″ and then sliding it forward.
See Clearances in Preparing to install the refrigerator. • Unlock the door with 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. Order part WR05X10006. 13...
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Warm weather or frequent door openings. Door left open. Cabinet sides are warm (applies only to 2, 3 and 4 Cubic Foot Models). Red defrost button was pushed accidently (on push Defrosting under Care and button models). Foods transmitting odor to refrigerator.
Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor (does not include service trip to home) to replace the defective part.
Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line–at your convenience! Timely product registration...