GE Monogram Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Free-Standing Refrigerators owner manual Does not Operate

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	PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE

	REFRIGERATOR	• Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for
	DOES NOT OPERATE	about 30 minutes.
		• Either or both controls set to OFF. Set to a temperature setting.
		• If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at
		wall outlet. Push the plug completely into the wall outlet.
		• The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset
		the breaker.
		• The refrigerator is in showroom mode. Unplug it and plug it back in.

	VIBRATION OR	• Adjust the rollers as shown in the Installation Instructions.
	RATTLING
	(Slight vibration
	is normal.)

	MOTOR OPERATES	• Normal when refrigerator is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours for the
	FOR LONG PERIODS	refrigerator to completely cool down.
	OR CYCLES ON AND	• Often occurs when large amounts of food are placed in refrigerator.
	OFF FREQUENTLY
	OFF FREQUENTLY	This is normal.
	(Modern refrigerators	This is normal.
	(Modern refrigerators	• Door left open or package holding door open.
	with more storage	• Door left open or package holding door open.
	with more storage
	space and a larger	• Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.
	freezer require more	• Temperature controls set at the coldest setting.
	operating time. They	• Temperature controls set at the coldest setting.
	operating time. They	See Temperature Controls.
	start and stop often	See Temperature Controls.
	start and stop often
	to maintain even
	temperatures.)

	FRESH FOOD	• Temperature controls not set cold enough.
	OR FREEZER	See Temperature Controls.
	COMPARTMENT	• Warm weather or frequent door openings.
	TOO WARM	• Warm weather or frequent door openings.
	TOO WARM	• Door left open for long time.
		• Door left open for long time.
		• Package may be holding door open.

	FROST OR ICE	• Door left open or package holding door open.
	CRYSTALS ON	• Too frequent or too long door openings.
	FROZEN FOOD	• Too frequent or too long door openings.
	FROZEN FOOD
	(Frost within package
	is normal.)

	DIVIDER BETWEEN	• Automatic energy saver system circulates warm liquid around the
	FRESH FOOD	front edge of the freezer compartment to help prevent condensation
	AND FREEZER	from forming on the outside.
	COMPARTMENTS
	FEELS WARM

	AUTOMATIC	• Icemaker power switch is in the O (off) position.
	ICEMAKER	• Water supply turned off or not connected. See Installation Instructions.
	DOES NOT WORK
	DOES NOT WORK	• Freezer compartment too warm. Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator

		to completely cool down.
		• Piled up cubes in storage bin cause icemaker to shut off.
		Level cubes in bin.
		• Ice cubes stuck in icemaker (green power light on the icemaker is
		blinking). Turn off the icemaker, remove cubes and turn the
		icemaker back on.

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Contents Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Free-Standing Refrigerators Contents Before using your refrigeratorIntroduction If you need service Write down the model & serial numbersIf you received a damaged refrigerator Save time & money Before sending in this card, please also writeRead and Save These Instructions Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or FreezerLire ET Conserver CES Instructions HOW to Connect Electricity Raccordement Électrique Temperature controls Performance Air Flow SystemTo turn the cooling system off, tap How to use TurboCoolHow it works CustomCool CustomCool Chart Accessories Water filter cartridgeSlide-out spillproof shelf To removeTo replace or relocate QuickSpace shelf Freezer basketsTo install Removable beverage rackRefrigerator doors Fruit and vegetable crispers Crispers and PansAutomatic icemaker Ice storage drawerUsing the dispenser Other dispenser controlsImportant facts about your dispenser To replaceCleaning the outside Cleaning the insideDispenser drip Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steelBehind the refrigerator Preparing for vacationPreparing to move Replacing the Light Bulbs Fresh foodCompartment Upper lightProblem Solver Normal operating soundsQuestions? Use this problem solver Problem Solver Does not OperateQuestions? Use this problem solver Problem Possible Cause No Water or ICE But TemperaturesCube Production Cubed ICE WASProblem Possible Cause Food ISN’T Temperature notTemperature Feature isUsepa MCLWater Treatment Device Certificate Number BuyersellerStainless Steel Refrigerator GE Answer Center Full ONE-YEAR Warranty Full FIVE-YEAR WarrantyFrom the Date Original Purchase