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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT – Save these
instructions for local inspector’s use.
•IMPORTANT – Observe all
governing codes and ordinances.
•Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
•Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.
•Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
•Completion time – Refrigerator Installation
15 minutes
•Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
•Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature
will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often
enough to maintain proper temperatures.
•Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature
will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not perform
properly.
• Install the refrigerator on a floor strong enough to
support it when fully loaded.

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

InstallationRefrigerator
Instructions Model 18
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections:
• Sides 1/8″(3 mm)
• Top 1″(25 mm)
• Back 1″(25 mm)
If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side, allow
a minimum of 13⁄4″(45 mm) between the wall and the
side of the refrigerator to allow for door and handle
clearance.

CLEARANCES

If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit
(containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and
instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer,
by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com (in
Canada at geappliances.ca) or from Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).

WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

(ON SOME MODELS)

Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com

In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: geappliances.ca

Remove all packaging tape and peel-off films. These
tapes were added to secure and protect your refrigerator
during shipping.

PACKAGING TAPE

The rollers have 2 purposes:
■The rollers are used to level the refrigerator.
NOTE: It is recommended that the refrigerator be
elevated 1/2″(13 mm) in the front. When installing an
icemaker, make sure that the icemaker is completely
level while maintaining the refrigerator incline.
■Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator away from
the wall for cleaning.
To adjust the rollers:
Remove the base grille by pulling it straight out.
Turn the two front roller
adjusting screws clockwise
to raise the refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.
Use a 3/8″ socket wrench,
adjustable wrench or pliers.
NOTE: The refrigerator must be supported by all four
rollers. To test, move the refrigerator to make sure it
does not rock.

ROLLERS

Front Roller Adjusting Screw