GE APPLIANCES 16 CFT Top Freezer Refrigerators Owner’s Manual

16 CFT Top Freezer Refrigerators

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Specifications:

• Model Numbers: 16, 17, 18, 19, 22
• Trademark: General Electric (GE)
• Manufacturer: General Electric Company

Product Information:

The GE Refrigerator is a top-of-the-line appliance designed for
efficient cooling and storage of fresh and frozen foods. It comes
with various features such as temperature control, garage operation
capability, Sabbath mode, adjustable shelves in both the fresh food
and freezer compartments, storage drawers, and an automatic ice
maker.

Product Usage Instructions:

Using the Refrigerator:

Temperature Control: Adjust the temperature
settings as needed for optimal cooling of your food items.

Garage Operation: Follow specific instructions
if using the refrigerator in a garage setting.

Sabbath Mode: Activate Sabbath mode if required
for religious observances.

Fresh Food Compartment Shelves: Arrange shelves
in the fresh food compartment as per your storage needs.

Freezer Compartment Shelves: Adjust freezer
shelves to accommodate frozen items.

Storage Drawers: Utilize storage drawers for
organizing fruits, vegetables, and other items.

Automatic Ice Maker: Enjoy the convenience of
an automatic ice maker for easy access to ice cubes.

Care and Cleaning:

Refer to the care and cleaning instructions provided in the
manual to maintain the refrigerator’s performance.

Installation Instructions:

Preparing to Install the Refrigerator: Follow
the installation steps outlined in the manual.

Water Line Installation: Connect the water line
as directed for ice maker functionality.

Installing the Door Handle: Attach the door
handle securely for ease of use.

Reversing the Door Swing: If needed, reverse
the door swing following the instructions provided.

Troubleshooting:

If you encounter any issues, refer to the troubleshooting
section in the manual for guidance on normal operating sounds.

FAQ:

Q: How do I register my GE appliance?

A: You can register your GE appliance online or
by mailing in the pre-printed registration card included in the
packing material. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . .3
USING THE REFRIGERATOR
Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Garage Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Sabbath Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Fresh Food Compartment Shelves . . . . . . .6 Freezer Compartment Shelves . . . . . . . . . .6 Storage Drawers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Automatic Ice Maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . .9
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Preparing to Install the Refrigerator. . . . . 10 Water Line Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Installing the Door Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
TROUBLESHOOTING
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
CONSUMER SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . .22

OWNER’S MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Models 16, 17, 18, 19, 22
ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/ ESPAÑOL

Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # Serial # Find these numbers on a label on the left side, near the middle of the refrigerator compartment.
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license. 49-1000478 Rev. 6 07-23 GEA

THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME.
Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family.
We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances product, and we think you will too. Among other things, registration of your appliance ensures that we
can deliver important product information and warranty details when you need them.
Register your GE appliance now online. Helpful websites and phone numbers are available in the Consumer Support section of this Owner’s Manual. You may also mail in the pre-printed registration
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SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow
these basic safety precautions:

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supervised or have been given instructions on safe

cleaning.

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NOTE: Power to the refrigerator cannot be

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disconnected by any setting on the control panel.

and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas

NOTE: Repairs must be performed by a qualified

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Service Professional.

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catering and similar non-retail applications.

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refrigerator.

supply is required for automatic icemaker operation.

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The water pressure must be between 40 and 120 psi

cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

(275-827 kilopascals).

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Certain cleaners will damage plastic which may

doors from any refrigerator before disposing of it or

cause parts such as the door or door handles to

discontinuing its use.

detach unexpectedly. See the Care and Cleaning

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section for detailed instructions.

stand on, or play in or with the appliance.

CAUTION
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water when they are cold. Glass shelves and

compartment when hands are damp or wet, skin

covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature

may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.

changes or impact, such as bumping or dropping.

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Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many

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contact with the moving parts of the ejector

clearances between the doors and between the

mechanism, or with the heating element that

doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful

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closing doors when children are in the area.

on the automatic ice making mechanism while the

refrigerator is plugged in.

WARNING FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable Refrigerant

This appliance contains isobutane refrigerant, also known as R600a, a natural gas with high environmental compatibility. However, it is also combustible. Adhere to the warnings below to reduce the risk of injury or property damage.
1. When handling, installing and operating the appliance, care should be taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant tubing.
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3. ‘LVSRVHRIUHIULJHUDWRULQDFFRUGDQFHZLWKWKH Federal and Local Regulations. The flammable refrigerant and insulation material used in this product require special disposal procedures. Contact

your local authorities for the environmentally safe disposal of your refrigerator.
4. .HHSYHQWLODWLRQRSHQLQJVLQWKHDSSOLDQFH enclosures or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
5. To remove frost, scrape with a plastic or wood VSDWXODRUVFUDSHU’RQRWXVHDQLFHSLFNRUDPHWDO or sharp-edged instrument as it may puncture the IUHH]HUOLQHUDQGWKHQWKHIODPPDEOHUHIULJHUDQW tubing behind it.
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SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
INSTALLATION
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CONNECTING ELECTRICITY

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet

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Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

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Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
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When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR

WARNING SUFFOCATION AND ENTRAPMENT HAZARD

Failure to follow these disposal instructions can result in death or serious injury

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Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Temperature Control / Garage Operaion / Sabbath Mode

Temperature Control for locations between 55°F-110°F

The temperature control adjusts the refrigerator from its warmest to coldest settings.
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Fresh Food Control

Freezer Control
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Garage Operation for locations between 38°F-54°F

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Freezer Control

Cold Ambient Setting

Sabbath Mode OU (Orthodox Union) and CRC (Central Rabbinical Congress)

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To enter Sabbath Mode, turn the control knob to position 5, then hold down the light switch. While the light switch is held down, turn the control knob to position 3. Once the control knob is in position 3, release the light switch. When you release the light switch, the light will dim and product is in Sabbath mode.

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR: Shelves

Fresh Food Compartment Shelves

Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.

Full-Width Shelves

Some models have a stationary tempered glass shelf or two steel wire stationary shelves. These shelves can be moved to another place in the fresh food compartment.
When placed correctly on the shelf supports, the shelf will stop before coming completely out of the refrigerator and will not tilt when you place food on it or remove food from it.
Pull glass shelves forward so the glass rests evenly on side rails. For units with glass shelves, rail positions 2 and 4/5 are recommended.

Wire shelf – lift back end and pull forward to remove

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with warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks.

Rail Position 2

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Rail Position 4 Rail Position 6

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Freezer Compartment Shelves

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· Glass Shelf – front slot 1 · Steel Wire Shelf – rear slot 2
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with warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping or dropping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pieces if it breaks.

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Storage Drawers
Not all features are on all models. Snack Drawer The snack drawer can be moved to the most useful location for your family’s needs.

Fruit and Vegetable Drawers
Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be emptied and the drawers wiped dry.

Drawer and Cover
Drawer Removal ‘UDZHUVFDQEHUHPRYHGHDVLOEJUDVSLQJWKHVLGHV and lifting up slightly while pulling drawers past the stop location.
Cover Removal 1. Remove the drawers. 2. Reach in, push the back of glass
cover up, and at the same time, pull it backward as far as it will come. Tilt it and take it out. Avoid cleaning the cold glass cover with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause it to break.

3. Remove the drawer frame. (Always remove the glass cover before you take out the drawer frame.) Lift the frame off the supports at each side and back, pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.
To replace:
1. Lower the frame until it rests on the supports at each side and back.
2. Replace the glass cover, pushing its front edge firmly into the front frame channel and gently lowering the back into place.
3. Replace the drawers.

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR: $XWRPDWLF,FHPDNHU

Automatic Icemaker (on some models)

Not all features are on all models.

WARNING Connect to potable water supply only.
A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. The water pressure must be between 40 and 120 psi (275-827 kilopascals).
CAUTION
Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element (located on the bottom of the ice maker) that releases WKHFXEHV’RQRWSODFHILQJHUVRUKDQGVRQWKH automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12­24 hours to begin making ice.

When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the ice maker will stop producing ice.
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When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the switch ON position.

The ice maker will fill with water when it cools to 15°F (-9°C). A newly- installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.

Once the ice maker starts to make ice, it may take up to 48 hours to fill the bin, depending on the temperature settings and number of door openings.
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NOTICE: Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm.

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CARE AND CLEANING

Care And Cleaning

Cleaning the Outside
FINGERPRINT RESISTANT STAINLESS STEEL*, BLACK STAINLESS, SLATE, DARK SLATE, PAINTED – Outside surfaces, door handles, and trim

DO NOT use Stainless Steel cleaners on the door surfaces. IMPORTANT: The use of incorrect products may damage the outer finish of Fingerprint Resistant Stainless models. Please follow these instructions and use only the appropriate items below to clean your appliance surfaces.

DO USE
On all models: Soft, clean cloth or sponge
On fingerprint resistant* and painted models: Mild detergent mixed with warm water

DO NOT USE Abrasive cloths, scrubbing sponges, scouring or steel wool pads

Abrasive powders, liquids, or sprays Window sprays, ammonia, or bleach Citrus or plant oil based cleaners Acidic or vinegar based cleaners

Oven cleaners Alkaline cleaners Stainless steel cleaners

On stainless steel models: Mild detergent mixed with warm water $SSURYHGVWDLQOHVVVWHHOFOHDQHUV Visit the GE Appliances parts store for approved stainless steel cleaners: GEAppliancesparts.com or call 877.959.8688
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*Easily wipe away smudges and fingerprints.

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Cleaning the Inside
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When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t roll over the power cord or ice maker supply line (on some models).
After rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the refrigerator.

wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.
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After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape.

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CAUTION
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Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator. Move the temperature control dial to the OFF position, and clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water. Leave the doors open.

Moving the Refrigerator
Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces.
Turn the leveling legs at each front corner of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in. Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to the floor covering or refrigerator.

Move the switch to the OFF position on the power switch model, and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
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Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage. To prevent the doors from opening while moving, secure them to the case with tape. Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.

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References

• 800.ge | حسین جان نثار بازرگان و تاجر پارچه در بازار بزرگ تهران
• GEAppliancesparts.com

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