GE Refrigerator 162D9639P004 User Manual

Safety Information . . . . . . . . .2–4  
Owner’s Manual  
& Installation  
Instructions  
Operating Instructions  
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . .7, 8  
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Refrigerator Features . . . . . . . . .6  
2 Cubic Foot Models  
3 Cubic Foot Models  
4 Cubic Foot Models  
Installation Instructions . . . .9–11  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .12, 13  
Consumer Support  
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Write the model and serial numbers here:  
Model # __________________________  
Serial # __________________________  
Find these numbers on a label inside  
the refrigerator on the side wall.  
162D9639P004 49-60142 06-01 JR  
 
SfaeyIructions  
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS  
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,  
we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord.  
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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.  
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The power cord of this  
This provides the best  
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.  
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.  
Have the wall outlet and  
circuit checked by a qualified  
electrician to make sure the  
outlet is properly grounded.  
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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.  
If you have only a standard  
2-prong wall outlet, it is your  
personal responsibility and  
obligation to have it replaced  
with a properly grounded  
3-prong wall outlet.  
When moving the refrigerator  
away from the wall, be careful  
not to roll over or damage the  
power cord.  
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The refrigerator should  
always be plugged into its own  
individual electrical outlet  
which has a voltage rating that  
matches the rating plate.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
WARNING!  
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USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS  
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,  
we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.  
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.  
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  
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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.  
electrician to make sure the outlet  
is properly grounded.  
When disconnecting the power  
cord from the adapter, always  
hold the adapter in place with  
one hand while pulling the  
power cord plug with the other  
hand. If this is not done, the  
adapter ground terminal is very  
likely to break with repeated use.  
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY  
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.  
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About the control  
on the refrigerator.  
COLD  
COOL  
OFF  
COLDEST  
OFF  
COLDEST  
COOL  
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COLDEST  
OFF  
COLD  
COLD  
COOL  
The control will look like one of the above.  
Control Settings  
The temperature control maintains the temperature in the  
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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 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.  
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.  
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After changing the control, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the  
temperature you have set.  
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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.  
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Ice Tray Compartment  
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  
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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 lock in either the open or closed position.  
Keep the key out of reach of children and away from the refrigerator.  
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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. Order part WR05X10006.  
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Care and cleaning  
of the refrigerator.  
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.  
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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Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the refrigerator  
is a high quality, 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.  
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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.  
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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.  
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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.  
Defrosting  
Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the ice tray compartment becomes  
1/4thick. 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.  
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To defrost, remove foods and ice trays from the ice tray compartment.  
Set the temperature control dial at OFF position. 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. Wash the drip tray  
in warm water. Wipe the ice tray compartment with a damp cloth.  
Then turn the temperature control to the desired setting and  
return food and ice trays to the refrigerator.  
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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.  
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.  
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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.  
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SfaeyIructions  
Preparing to install the refrigerator.  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
Refrigerator Location  
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.  
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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 3or 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.  
Do not install it in a recessed area.  
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Do not build in the refrigerator.  
Clearances  
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation and proper  
air circulation.  
Sides 1/2″ (13 mm)  
Top 2(51 mm)  
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Back 2(51 mm) from the rear cabinet surface to the wall  
Leveling Legs (on some models)  
Adjustable legs at the front corners of the refrigerator  
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.  
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To adjust the leveling legs, turn the legs counterclockwise  
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to raise the refrigerator, clockwise to lower it.  
Turn counterclockwise to raise,  
clockwise to lower.  
 
Preparing to install the refrigerator.  
Door Reversal  
Hinge cover  
Plug buttons  
or screws  
3 Cubic Foot Models  
Hinge  
1. Remove the small plug button on the  
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left side of the door top cap.  
2. Remove the three plug buttons or  
screws on the left side on top of the  
cabinet.  
Plug button  
3. Remove the plastic hinge cover by  
lifting it up by the front edge.  
4. Remove the three screws from the  
top hinge.  
5. Lift the door up and off the bottom  
hinge (right side).  
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6. Tilt the refrigerator cabinet back to  
remove the right leveling leg.  
Bottom  
hinge  
7. 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.  
Spacer  
Leveling legs  
IMPORTANT: The left leg has a spacer that  
must be moved to the right side leveling leg  
when the door swing is reversed.  
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8. Screw the right leveling leg, with the  
spacer in place, back in place on the  
right side.  
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9. Position the door on the left bottom  
hinge. With the magnetic gasket  
holding the door in place, secure the  
top hinge with screws.  
10. Make sure the door is aligned with the  
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11. Replace the hinge cover on top of  
the hinge.  
12. Put the plug button in the hole on the  
right side of the door cap.  
13. Put the three plug buttons or screws on  
the right side on top of the cabinet.  
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Door Reversal  
4 Cubic Foot Models  
1. Remove the two screws at the back of  
the top cover.  
Upper  
hinge  
Top cover  
Left hinge location  
2. Remove the top cover by lifting the  
back up about 2and then sliding it  
forward.  
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Top  
plate  
3. Remove the small plug button on the  
left side of the door top cap.  
Plug button  
Door  
top cap  
4. Remove the three screws on the upper  
hinge (right side). Remove the hinge.  
5. Remove the three screws at the left  
hinge location on the top plate.  
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6. Remove the screw in the middle of the  
top plate and remove the top plate.  
7. Lift the door up and off the bottom  
hinge (right side).  
8. Tilt the refrigerator cabinet back to  
remove the right leveling leg.  
Bottom  
hinge  
Spacer  
9. 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.  
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IMPORTANT: The left leg has a spacer that  
must be moved to the right side leveling leg  
when the door swing is reversed.  
10. Screw the right leveling leg, with the  
spacer in place, back in place on the  
right side.  
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11. Position the door on the left bottom  
hinge. With the magnetic gasket  
holding the door in place, secure the  
top hinge with screws.  
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12. Make sure the door is aligned with the  
refrigerator cabinet before continuing.  
13. Replace the top plate and screws.  
14. Slide the top cover back in place and  
replace the two screws.  
15. Put the plug button in the hole on the  
right side of the door top cap.  
 
Before you call for service…  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Save time and money! Review the chart below first  
and you may not need to call for service.  
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Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Refrigerator does not  
operate  
Control in OFF position.  
Move the control to a  
temperature setting.  
Refrigerator is  
unplugged.  
Push the plug completely  
into the outlet.  
The fuse is blown/circuit Replace fuse or reset  
breaker is tripped.  
the breaker.  
Vibration or rattling  
(slight vibration  
is normal)  
Front leveling legs  
(on some models)  
need adjusting.  
See Leveling Legs.  
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Refrigerator is on  
an uneven surface.  
Use shims to level the  
refrigerator.  
Motor operates for  
long periods or cycles  
Normal when refrigerator Wait 24 hours for the  
is first plugged in.  
refrigerator to completely  
cool down.  
Often occurs when  
This is normal.  
large amounts of food  
are placed in refrigerator.  
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Door left open.  
Check to see if package is  
holding door open.  
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Hot weather or frequent  
door openings.  
This is normal.  
Temperature control  
set at the coldest setting.  
See About the control.  
Not enough clearance  
from the wall.  
Make sure there is enough  
air circulation around the  
refrigerator.  
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Door will not open  
Refrigerator is locked  
(lock is available  
on some models).  
Unlock the door with  
the key. If the key has  
been lost, a replacement  
key can be ordered by  
visiting our Website,  
or calling GE Parts and  
Accessories, 800.626.2002.  
Order part WR05X10006.  
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Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Refrigerator too warm  
Temperature control  
not set cold enough.  
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.  
This is normal for a hot  
wall type condenser.  
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Refrigerator has odor  
Foods transmitting odor  
to refrigerator.  
Foods 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.  
See Care and cleaning.  
Defrost water pan  
needs cleaning.  
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Moisture forms on  
outside of refrigerator  
Not unusual during  
periods of high humidity.  
Wipe surface dry.  
Moisture collects inside  
(in humid weather,  
air carries moisture  
into refrigerator when  
door is opened)  
Too frequent or too long  
door openings.  
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Refrigerator too cold  
Temperature control  
set too cold.  
See About the control.  
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Notes.  
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Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States)  
All warranty service provided by our  
Staple your receipt here.  
Factory Service Centers, or an authorized  
Proof of the original  
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Customer Care technician. To schedule  
purchase date is needed  
to obtain service under  
service, on-line, 24 hours a day, contact  
the warranty.  
800.GE.CARES.  
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For The Period Of:  
GE Will Replace:  
One Year  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
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.  
Five Years  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
The compressor if it fails due to a defect in materials  
or workmanship. (Does not include service labor  
charges or service trips to home.)  
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What GE Will Not Cover:  
Service trips to your home to teach  
Replacement of house fuses or  
you how to use the product.  
resetting of circuit breakers.  
Improper installation.  
Damage to the product caused by  
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
Failure of the product if it is  
abused, misused, or used for  
other than the intended purpose  
or used commercially.  
Incidental or consequential damage  
caused by possible defects with  
this appliance.  
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Loss of food due to spoilage.  
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for  
products purchased for home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the  
cost of shipping or service calls to your home.  
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.  
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Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225  
 
Consumer Support.  
GE Appliances Website  
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, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line.  
You can also “Ask Our Team of Experts” your questions, and so much more...  
Schedule Service  
Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and  
schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call  
800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during normal business hours.  
Real Life Design Studio  
GE supports the Universal Design concept—products, services and environments that  
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).  
Extended Warranties  
Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available  
while your warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime, or call  
800.626.2224 during normal business hours. GE Consumer Home Services will  
still be there after your warranty expires.  
Parts and Accessories  
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. Other  
servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be  
exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.  
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:  
General Manager, Customer Relations  
GE Appliances, Appliance Park  
Louisville, KY 40225  
Register Your Appliance  
Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration  
will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your  
warranty, should the need arise. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration card  
included in the packing material, or detach and use the form in this Owner’s Manual.  
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