GE GTS18ISTSS Betriebsanleitung

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Refrigerators

Top-Freezer

197D3354P008 49-60396 11-05 JR

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .2–4

Operating Instructions

Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . .11

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Crispers and Pans . . . . . . . . . . .9, 10

Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Shelves and Bins . . . . . . . . . . . . .7–9

Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Care and Cleaning

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . .12, 13

Replacing the Light Bulbs . . . . . . .13

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Reversing the Door Swing . . . .19–23

Water Line Installation . . . . . .15–19

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .24–28

Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . .24

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . .Back Cover

Performace Data Sheet . . . . . . . . .35

Product Registration

for Canadian Customers . . . . .31, 32

Product Registration

for U.S. Customers . . . . . . . . .29, 30

State of California Water

Treatment Device Certificate . . . . .36

Warranty for

Canadian Customers . . . . . . . . . . .33

Warranty for U.S. Customers . . . . .34

Réfrigérateurs

Congélateur supérieur

Refrigeradores

Congelador superior

Models 18 &19

Manuel d’utilisation

et d’installation

Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

Manual del propietario

e instalación

La section française commence à la page 37

La sección en español empieza en la página 69

Note to Installer – Be sure to leave

these instructions with the Consumer.

Note to Consumer – Keep these

instructions for future reference.

Note à l’installateur – Assurez-vous

de laisser ces instructions au

consommateur.

Note au consommateur –

Conservez ces instructions pour

référence future.

Nota al instalador – Asegúrese

de dejar estas instrucciones con el

consumidor.

Nota al consumidor – Conserve

estas instrucciones para referencia futura.

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # __________________________

Serial # __________________________

Find these numbers on the gray label

on the left side, near the top of the

refrigerator compartment.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

■

■This refrigerator must be properly installed

and located in accordance with the Installation

Instructions before it is used.

■

■Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang

on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could

damage the refrigerator and seriously injure

themselves.

■

■Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer

compartment when hands are damp or wet.

Skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.

■

■Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance.

■

■In refrigerators with automatic icemakers,

avoid contact with the moving parts of the

ejector mechanism, or with the heating element

located on the bottom of the icemaker. Do not

place fingers or hands on the automatic

icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator

is plugged in.

■

■Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas;

clearances between the doors and between the

doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful

closing doors when children are in the area.

■

■Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be

performed by a qualified individual.

■

■Setting either or both controls (some models only

have one control) to the 0 (off) position does not

remove power to the light circuit.

■

■Do not refreeze frozen foods which have

thawed completely.

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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the

use of an extension cord.

However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United

States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding

type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR

Child entrapment and suffocation are not

problems of the past. Junked or abandoned

refrigerators are still dangerous…even if they will

sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of

your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions

below to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old

Refrigerator or Freezer:

■Take off the doors.

■Leave the shelves in place so that children

may not easily climb inside.

Refrigerants

All refrigeration products contain refrigerants,

which under federal law must be removed prior

to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an

old refrigeration product, check with the company

handling the disposal about what to do.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

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.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with

a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a

standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to

minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard

from this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a

qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is

properly grounded.

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is

encountered, it is your personal responsibility and

obligation to have it replaced with a properly

grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its

own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage

rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best performance and also

prevents overloading house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the

power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull

straight out from the outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that

have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not

use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage

along its length or at either end.

When moving the refrigerator away from the

wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the

power cord.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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About the controls on the refrigerator. ge.com

Control Settings

Initially, set the control(s) at 5(some models have only one control). Allow 24 hours for the

temperature to stabilize.

Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the control(s) one increment at a time and

allow 12 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you

have set.

Setting the refrigerator control to 0stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator

compartments but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. The freezer

control (on some models) has no effect on electrical power to the refrigerator.

Control settings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and operating conditions,

and may require more than one adjustment. Factors that affect temperature include the

amount of food in the refrigerator or freezer, the frequency of door opening and the

temperature of food when it is placed in the refrigerator.

The controls on your refrigerator will look like one of the following:

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About the water filter. (on some models)

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located inside

the cartridge holder in the back upper right

corner of the refrigerator compartment.

NOTE: Some models ship with the filter

bypass plug in place of the filter cartridge.

The filter bypass plug needs to be removed

before the filter cartridge is installed. Keep

the filter bypass plug for future use.

When to Replace the Filter

The filter cartridge should be replaced

every six months or earlier if the flow of

water to the icemaker and dispenser

decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

If you are replacing the cartridge,

first remove the old one. To open the

cartridge cover, push in where indicated

and the cover will drop down.

Remove the cartridge by slowly rotating

it to the left. A small amount of water

may drip down.

CAUTION: If air has been

trapped in the system, the filter cartridge

may be ejected as it is removed. Use caution

when removing.

Apply a month and year sticker to the

new cartridge to remind you to replace

it in six months.

Position the cartridge inside the

cartridge holder and slowly rotate the

cartridge to the right until it stops.

When the cartridge is properly installed,

you will feel it “click” as it locks into

place. The blade on the end of the

cartridge should be positioned

vertically. Do not overtighten.

Close the cartridge cover.

Run water from the dispenser for

3 minutes (about 11⁄2gallons) to clear

the system and prevent sputtering.

See To Use the Dispenser section.

NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge

may cause water to spurt from the dispenser.

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use the filter bypass plug when

a replacement filter cartridge is not

available. The dispenser and the icemaker

will not operate without the filter or filter

bypass plug.

Replacement Filters

To order additional filter cartridges

in the United States, visit our Website, ge.com,

or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.

Filter Model GSWF

Suggested Retail Price $34.95 USD

Customers in Canada should consult

the yellow pages for the nearest Camco

Service Center.

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About the shelves and bins. ge.com

Not all features are on all models.

Some models have wire shelves that

can be adjusted in the same manner.

Rearranging the Shelves

Shelves in the refrigerator and freezer compartments are adjustable.

Refrigerator Compartment

To remove:

Tilt the shelf up at the front.

Lift the shelf up at the back and bring

the shelf out.

To replace:

While tilting the shelf up, insert the top

hook at the back of the shelf in a slot

on the track.

Lower the front of the shelf until the

bottom of the shelf locks into place.

Freezer Compartment

To remove:

Lift up the left side of the shelf and

slide it left into the center of the shelf

supports.

Rotate the right side of the shelf up and

out of the shelf supports.

To replace:

Holding the shelf diagonally, insert the

left end of the shelf into the center of

the shelf supports on the side wall.

Insert the right end of the shelf into

the shelf supports on the side wall.

Rest each end of the shelf on the

bottom of the shelf supports.

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Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door

Detachable shelves deepen and enclose

fixed door shelves, providing more storage

room and greater storage flexibility.

To remove:

Lift the shelf straight up; then pull out.

To replace:

Engage the shelf extender in the molded

supports on the door and push down.

It will lock in place.

Adjustable Bins on the Door (on some models)

Adjustable bins can easily be carried from

refrigerator to work area.

To remove:

Lift bin straight up; then pull out.

To replace or relocate:

Engage the bin in the molded supports

of the door and push down. Bin will lock

in place.

NOTE: Bins for the refrigerator and freezer

doors are different sizes and are not

interchangeable.

Spillproof Shelves (on some models)

Spillproof shelves have special edges to

help prevent spills from dripping to lower

shelves. To remove or replace the shelves,

see Rearranging the Shelves.

Tab

Opening

Front bar

Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf (on some models)

The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you

to reach items stored behind others. The

special edges are designed to help prevent

spills from dripping to lower shelves.

NOTE: The shelves are shipped with tape on

the back. Remove this tape before attempting

to remove the shelf.

To remove:

Remove all items from shelf.

Slide the shelf out until it stops.

Lift the front edge of the shelf until the

tabs are above the shelf frame.

Continue pulling the shelf forward until

it can be lifted out and removed.

To replace:

Place the rear of the shelf on the shelf

frame just behind the front bar.

Slide the shelf back until the tabs are

above the openings.

Lower the shelf so that the tabs go into

the openings; then slide the shelf all the

way in.

Make sure that the shelf sits flat after reinstallation

and doesn’t move freely from side to side.

Make sure you push the shelves all the way in

before you close the door.

About the shelves and bins.

Not all features are on all models.

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Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models)

Slide the control all the way to the

HIGH setting to provide high humidity

recommended for most vegetables.

Slide the control all the way to the LOW

setting to provide lower humidity levels

recommended for most fruits.

Snack Pan (on some models)

This pan can be moved to the most useful

location for your family’s needs.

To remove, slide the pan out to the stop

position, lift the pan up and past the stop

position, and lift out.

About the crispers and pans.

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crispers

Excess water that may accumulate in the

bottom of the drawers or under the drawers

should be wiped dry.

Freezer Tilt-Out Bin (on some models)

Push the button as you tilt out the bin.

To remove: Hold the sides of the bin and

lift it straight up; then pull out.

To replace: Engage the ends of the bin

in the molded supports on the door and

push down. It will lock in place.

NOTE: Do not overload the bin.

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Not all features are on all models.

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Removing the glass cover

Removing the frame

About the additional features.

Not all features are on all models.

ShelfSaver™Rack

This slide-out rack holds twelve cans of soda

or two wine/water bottles (lengthwise).

Can be removed for cleaning.

To remove, slide the rack out to the stop

position, lift the rack up and past the stop,

and lift out.

About crisper removal.

Not all features are on all models.

Crisper Removal

Unload the bottom shelf before attempting to

remove the storage drawers.

To Remove:

Lift the drawers up slightly while pulling

them past the stop location.

If the door prevents you from taking out

the drawers, first try to remove the door

bins. If this does not offer enough

clearance, the refrigerator will need to

be rolled forward until the door opens

enough to slide the drawers out. In some

cases, when you roll the refrigerator out,

you will need to move the refrigerator

to the left or right as you roll it out.

To remove the glass cover:

Remove the glass, then the frame. When

replacing the glass, push the front edge

firmly into the frame.

Push up the glass cover at the rear.

Slide the glass cover backwards until the

front edge comes out of the frame.

Rotate the side of the glass cover up.

Remove the glass cover.

To remove the frame:

Lift up the front of the frame using

both hands.

Slide the frame forward.

Rotate the side of the frame up.

Remove the frame.

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