GE Model 21 installation instructions Safety

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Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do

Safety

Motor operates for long periods or cycles on and off frequently. (Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer require more operating time. They start and stop often to maintain even temperatures.)

Normal when refrigerator	• Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely
is first plugged in.	cool down.

Often occurs when large	• This is normal.
amounts of food are
placed in refrigerator.

Door left open.	• Check to see if package is holding door open.

Hot weather or frequent	• This is normal.
door openings.

Temperature control	• See About the controls.
set at the coldest setting.

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	Grille and condenser need	•See Care and cleaning.
	cleaning.

Refrigerator or freezer	Temperature controls not set	• See About the controls.
compartment too warm	cold enough.

	Warm weather or frequent	• Set the temperature control one step colder.
	door openings.	See About the controls.

	Door left open.	• Check to see if package is holding door open.

Frost or ice crystals	Door left open.	• Check to see if package is holding door open.
on frozen food
on frozen food	Too frequent or too long
(frost within package	Too frequent or too long
(frost within package	door openings.
is normal)	door openings.
is normal)

Ice cubes have	Food transmitting odor/taste	• Wrap foods well.
odor/taste	to ice cubes.

	Interior of refrigerator	•See Care and cleaning.
	needs cleaning.

Slow ice cube freezing	Door left open.	• Check to see if package is holding door open.

	Freezer control not set	• See About the controls.
	cold enough.

Refrigerator has odor	Foods transmitting	• Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped.
	odor to refrigerator.	• Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator;
		• Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator;
		replace every three months.

	Interior needs cleaning.	• See Care and cleaning.

Moisture forms on	Not unusual during	• Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control
outside of refrigerator	periods of high humidity.	one setting colder.

Moisture collects inside	Too frequent or too
(in humid weather, air	long door openings.
carries moisture into

refrigerator when doors are opened)

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Contents Write the model and serial numbers here Model # Serial # 197D3358P001 49-60154A1058014 07-01 JRSafety Precautions CFC Disposal Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or FreezerGEAppliances.com Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips InstallationRefrigerator Control About the controls on the refrigeratorFreezer Control Instructions Safety InstructionsTips Installation About the refrigerator shelves and binsSnacks Drawer Adjustable Humidity DrawersAbout the storage drawers Fruit and Vegetable DrawersIce Service Compartment About the ice serviceIcemaker Accessory Kit Cleaning the Inside Care and cleaning of the refrigeratorInstallation Instructions Cleaning the OutsidePreparing for Vacation Light Bulb ReplacementConsumer Behind the RefrigeratorRollers Preparing to install the refrigeratorTips Consumer Support Base GrilleStabilizing Brake When reversing the door swingRemoving the doors Reversing the door swingRemove the Refrigerator Door Before Removing the DoorsReversing the Refrigerator Handle Transfer Top Hinge to the LeftTransferring the Door Stops Aligning the Doors Rehanging the Refrigerator DoorTo remove the drawer front from the slides Removal of freezer drawerTo Remove the Freezer Drawer To remove the basketsTo Replace the Freezer Drawer Safety Instructions OperatingNormal operating sounds Before you call for service…Safety Customer Warranty What GE Will Not Cover InstallationInstructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GE Will Replace