GE 22, 25 Before you call for service

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Troubleshooting Tips

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Refrigerator does not

Refrigerator in defrost cycle. •Wait about 40 minutes for defrost cycle to end.

operate

Either or both controls •Move the refrigerator and freezer control to a

set to

O (off)

position. temperature setting.

Refrigerator is unplugged. •Push the plug completely into the outlet.

The fuse is blown/circuit •Replace fuse or reset the breaker.

breaker is tripped.

Vibration or rattling

Rollers need adjusting. •See

Rollers.

(slight vibration

is normal)

Motor operates for

Normal when refrigerator •Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely

long periods or cycles

is first plugged in. cool down.

on and off frequently.

Often occurs when large •This is normal.

(Modern refrigerators

amounts of food are

with more storage

placed in refrigerator.

space and a larger

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

freezer require more

Hot weather or frequent •This is normal.

operating time. They

door openings.

start and stop often

Temperature controls •See

About the controls.

to maintain even

set at the coldest

temperatures.)

setting.

Refrigerator or freezer

Temperature control 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

Too frequent or too long

(frost within package

door openings.

is normal)

Automatic icemaker

Icemaker power switch •Set the power switch to the

I (on)

position.

(on some models)

is in the

0 (off)

position.

does not work

Water supply turned off or •See

Installing the water line.

not connected.

Freezer compartment •Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely

too warm. cool down.

Piled up cubes in the storage •Level cubes by hand.

bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

Ice cubes stuck in icemaker. •Turn off the icemaker, remove cubes, and turn the

(Green power light on icemaker back on.

icemaker blinking).

Contents

Main GEAppliances.com Models 22, 25 Refrigerators Top-Freezer 200D2462P001 Rev. 1 49-60103-1 06-01 JR Owners Manual & Installation Instructions Safety Information WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owners Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: CFC Disposal IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY DO NOT USE READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About the controls on the refrigerator. Rearranging the Shelves To remove: Rearranging the Shelves Spillproof Shelves About the shelves and bins. To remove: Refrigerator Compartment Freezer Compartment To replace: Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf Adjustable Bins on the Door Freezer Tilt Out Bin About the crispers and pans. About the additional features. COLDEST, Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan To remove, About crisper removal. Automatic Icemaker www.GEAppliances.com stop A newly-installed refrigerator may take 1224 hours to begin making ice. Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Cleaning the Outside Cleaning the Inside Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Behind the Refrigerator Preparing for Vacation Preparing to Move Replacing the lightbulbs. Turning the control to the O (off) position does not remove power to the light circuit. Freezer Compartment Dome Light Refrigerator Compartment CAUTION: Lightbulbs may be hot. Installation If you have questions, call 1-800-GECARES or Refrigerator Instructions Models 22 and 25 INSTALLING THE WA TER LINE WHAT YOU WILL NEED BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WILL NEED DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY INSTALLING THE WA TER LINE FLUSH OUT THE TUBING VALVE FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP REFRIGERATOR TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE REFRIGERATOR TOOLS YOU WILL NEED INSTALLING THE WA TER LINE PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR 11 START THE ICEMAKER REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO THE LEFT REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR REVERSING THE DOOR SWING TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE BRACKET TO THE LEFT TRANSFER DOOR STOPS TRANSFER CENTER HINGE BRACKET TO THE LEFT TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT REVERSING THE DOOR SWING REHANG THE FREEZER DOOR Consumer Support Normal operating sounds. These sounds are normal and are due mostly to highly efficient operation. Before you call for service Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 32150 Louisville, KY 40232-2150 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: Model Number Serial Number CONSUMER WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS: WHAT IS NOT COVERED: IMPORTANT Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States) For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: What GE Will Not Cover: Page Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website Schedule Service Register Your Appliance Contact Us Parts and Accessories