Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
Troubleshooting tips.
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Problem |
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Refrigerator does not |
| Control in OFF position. | • Move the control to a |
operate |
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| Refrigerator is | • Push the plug completely |
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| unplugged. | into the outlet. |
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| The fuse is blown/circuit | • Replace fuse or reset |
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| breaker is tripped. | the breaker. |
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Vibration or rattling |
| Front leveling legs | • See Leveling Legs. |
(slight vibration |
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is normal) |
| need adjusting. |
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| Refrigerator is on | • Use shims to level the |
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| an uneven surface. | refrigerator. |
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Motor operates for |
| Normal when refrigerator | • Wait 24 hours for the |
long periods or cycles |
| is first plugged in. | refrigerator to completely |
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| cool down. |
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| Often occurs when | • This is normal. |
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| large amounts of food |
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| are placed in refrigerator. |
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| Door left open. | • Check to see if package is |
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| holding door open. |
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| Hot weather or frequent | • This is normal. |
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| door openings. |
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| Temperature control | • See About the control. |
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| set at the coldest setting. |
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| Not enough clearance | • See Clearances in Preparing |
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| from the wall. | to install the refrigerator. |
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Door will not open |
| Refrigerator is locked | • Unlock the door with |
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| (lock is available | the key. If the key has |
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| on some models). | been lost, a replacement |
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| key can be ordered by |
visiting our Website www.GEAppliances.com, or calling GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
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