GE Monogram Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Free-Standing Refrigerators owner manual

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	PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE
	FREQUENT	• Icemaker power switch is in the l (on) position, but the water supply
	“BUZZING” SOUND	to the refrigerator has not been connected. Set the power switch
		to the O (off) position. Keeping it in the l (on) position will damage
		the water valve.

	ICE CUBES HAVE	• Old cubes need to be discarded.
	ODOR/TASTE	• Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed.
		• Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed.
		• Unsealed packages in fresh food and/or freezer compartments may
		be transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes.
		• Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning.

	SMALL OR	• Water filter clogged. Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug.
	HOLLOW CUBES

	SLOW ICE CUBE	• Door may have been left open.
	FREEZING	• Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder.
		• Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder.
		See Temperature Controls.

	CUBE DISPENSER	• Icemaker or water supply turned off. Turn on icemaker or water supply.
	DOES NOT WORK	• Ice cubes are frozen to the icemaker feeler arm. Remove the cubes.

		• Irregular clumps in the storage bin. Break up with fingertip pressure
		and discard remaining clumps. The freezer may be too warm.
		Adjust the freezer temperature control colder one step at a time
		until clumps do not form.
		• The dispenser is LOCKED. Press and hold the LOCK CONTROL
		pad for 3 seconds.

	WATER HAS POOR	• Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. Dispense water
	TASTE/ODOR	until all water in the system has been replenished.

	WATER IN FIRST	• Normal when refrigerator is first installed. Allow 24 hours for the
	GLASS IS WARM	refrigerator to completely cool down.
		• Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. Dispense water
		until all water in the system has been replenished.
		• Water system has been drained. Allow several hours for the
		replenished water supply to chill.

	WATER DISPENSER	• Water supply line turned off or not connected. See the
	DOES NOT WORK	Installation Instructions.
		• Water filter clogged. Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug.
		• Air may be trapped in the system. Press the dispenser arm for at
		least two minutes.
		• The dispenser is LOCKED. Press and hold the LOCK CONTROL
		pad for 3 seconds.

	WATER SPURTING	• Newly installed filter cartridge. Run water from the dispenser for
	FROM DISPENSER	about 3 minutes (about one and a half gallons).

	WATER IS NOT	• Water in reservoir is frozen. Call for service.
	DISPENSED BUT	• Fresh food control setting is too cold. Set to a warmer setting.
	ICEMAKER
	ICEMAKER
	IS WORKING

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Contents Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Free-Standing Refrigerators Before using your refrigerator ContentsIntroduction Write down the model & serial numbers If you need serviceIf you received a damaged refrigerator Save time & money Before sending in this card, please also writeBefore You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer Read and Save These InstructionsLire ET Conserver CES Instructions HOW to Connect Electricity Raccordement Électrique Performance Air Flow System Temperature controlsTo turn the cooling system off, tap TurboCool How to useHow it works CustomCool CustomCool Chart Water filter cartridge AccessoriesTo remove Slide-out spillproof shelfTo replace or relocate Freezer baskets QuickSpace shelfRemovable beverage rack To installRefrigerator doors Crispers and Pans Fruit and vegetable crispersIce storage drawer Automatic icemakerOther dispenser controls Using the dispenserTo replace Important facts about your dispenserCleaning the inside Cleaning the outsideDispenser drip Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steelPreparing for vacation Behind the refrigeratorPreparing to move Fresh food Replacing the Light BulbsCompartment Upper lightNormal operating sounds Problem SolverDoes not Operate Questions? Use this problem solver Problem SolverQuestions? Use this problem solver But Temperatures Problem Possible Cause No Water or ICECube Production Cubed ICE WASTemperature not Problem Possible Cause Food ISN’TTemperature Feature isMCL UsepaBuyerseller Water Treatment Device Certificate NumberStainless Steel Refrigerator GE Answer Center Full FIVE-YEAR Warranty Full ONE-YEAR WarrantyFrom the Date Original Purchase