GE TFX24 Owner's Manual
With refreshment center and electronic dispenser
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- Page 1 GEAppliances ProfileModels24 & 27 with Refreshment Center andElectronic Dispenser Part No. 162D7736PO05 Pub.No. 49-6909...
- Page 2 Congratulations! YouAre Now Part of the GEFamily. Welcome to the GE family. We're proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You'll see it in this easy-to-use Owner's Manual and you'll hear it in the friendly...
- Page 3 A list of toll-free customer service numbers included in the back section. Or, in O.$., you can always call the GE Customer S ervice Answer Center ® at 800.626.2000, Warranty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Page 4 IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. SAFETY P RECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: [] This refrigerator must be [] In refrigerators with properly installed...
- Page 5 IMPORTANT'. PROPER D ISPOSAL O FTHE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems 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...
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Page 6: Use Of Adapter Plugs
IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATION. READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING. WARNING! HOW TOCONNECT E LECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground)prong from the power cord. Forpersonal safeq, 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... -
Page 7: Use Of Extension Cords
15 amperes (minimum) 120 volts. REMEMBER... Your continued health and safety are important to us. Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully. We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of our GE family. SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS... - Page 8 About the controlson the refrigerator. The temperature controls on your refrigerator have letters and numbers. Initially set the fresh food control at 5 and the freezer control at C. If you want colder or warmer temperatures,adjust the fresh food temperature first. When satisfied with that setting, adjust the freezer temperature.
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Page 9: Electronic Monitor And Diagnostic System
The Electronic Monitor and Diagnostic System monitors the operation of your refrigerator and controls dispenser functions. Electronic Monitor and DiagnosticSystem Lighted word NOR/IOIL indicates that no failure has been detected by the diagnostic system. _DOOR OPEN. Red signal light flashes to tell you when either door is open. - Page 10 About the controlson the refrigerator. When YourRefrigerator is First Plugged In All panel lights come on for five seconds, a beep sounds, and lights go offexcept as follows: [] Pk- flashes in the display. Touch SYSff_M CHECK-RESE'rpad erase it. [] Word NO_q/l£ glows.
- Page 11 Why the Red WARM TEMP Light Glows At first, it's probably because your newly-installed refrigerator hasn't completely cooled down yet. Wait a few hours for it to cool, and then the light will go out. From then on, the red light will glow whenever temperatures inside get too high for proper food...
- Page 12 About the controlson the refrigerator. How the Electronic Monitor and Diagnostic System Works The electronic monitor and diagnostic system alerts you when something starts to go wrong. Ifa diagnostic code appears on the display, something needs special attention. To get your attention, display code flashes until you erase it.
- Page 13 This flashing code tells you to check your frozen food. Has any of it started to thaw? A package may be holding the freezer compartment door open. Don't open the door more often than absolutely necessarywhile this code is displayed. Touching the SYSTEM CHECK-RESET pad after the freezer...
- Page 14 About the controlson the refrigerator. How To Test Temperatures Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment. Place a container of milk on the top shelf and check it a day later, ffthe milk is too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls.
- Page 15 About the refrigeratorshelves and dishes. Not all features are on all models. Rearranging t heShelves Shelves in the fresh food and freezer compartments are adjustable. •!?ii_'ii _ , _., iiiiiiiil;ii ,,_ _, •••_i_iii "_, •' • _!!!ii_ ¸¸ _•_..•_ , • _ :_•_:•_ '•"•_'_il •...
- Page 16 About the storagedrawers. Not aft features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Drawers Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be emptied and the drawers wiped dry. Adjustable Humidi_yDrawers Slide the control all the way to the HIGH setting to provide high humidity recommended...
- Page 17 About storagedrawer removal Not all features are on all models. Drawer Removal Drawers can eas'dy be removed by tilting up slightly and pulfing past the stop location. Removethe door bins from the fresh food door beforeremoving the drawe_. To remove the shelf above the top drawer, first remove the top drawer and any food on the shelf.
- Page 18 About the additional features. Not all features are on all models. Deep Door Shelves in the Freezer Compartment Detachable shelfextenders deepen and enclose fixed door shelves, providing more storage room and greater storage flexibility. To remove: Lift the shelf extender straight up until the mounting...
- Page 19 About the refreshmentcenter. Refreshment Center Compartment It makes frequently used items stored on the fresh food door readily accessible through the refreshment center compartment door without having to open the main refrigerator door. It provides an extra counter-high work surface with its own light right at the refrigerator when the refreshment...
- Page 20 About the automatic icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 8 to 12hours to begin making ice. Automatic Icemaker The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle-- approximately 120 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other...
- Page 21 About the ice and water dispenser. To Use the Dispenser Press the rim of the glass gently against the dispenser pad. Select CUBED IC£ CRUSHED ICE(on some models) or CHILLED WATER. The spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce water spotting, the shelf and its grille should be cleaned...
- Page 22 About the ice and water dispenser. The water filter is an option at extra cost and is available i_i!_ _ ii!![ ii! ¸ i ! i_iiii_!i!i_ ! • :___ from your dealer. Specify WR97X0214. It has complete installation instructions and installs on "...
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Page 23: Cleaning
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Cleaningthe Outside center corapaame_ door---outside. It's important that you use only window cleaner without ammonia or a damp cloth to clean the glass and trim. Avoid using wax on the refreshment center door. The dispenser well, beneath the grille, should be wiped dry. - Page 24 Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Cleaningthelnside Refreshment center compartment door--inside. Wipe up spills right away. Use one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda in one quart (1 L) of water to clean the inside door surface, refreshment center bin and inside access door. Rinse, wipe dry.
- Page 25 Under the Refrigerator For most efficient operation, keep the area under refrigerator dean. Remove the base grille and sweep away or vacuum up dust. For best results, use a brush specially designed for this purpose. It is available at most appliance parts stores.
- Page 26 Replacing the light bulbs. Turning the control to the OFFposition does not remove power to the light circuit. FreshFoodCompartment-Upper L ight Unplug refrigerator. Pull offthe temperature control knobs. Pull bottom of the light shield down and forward, then rotate the top up and off. After replacing with an appliancebulb of the same or lower wattage, reinstall the light shield and plug the refrigerator back in.
- Page 27 Refreshment Center (on some r r_els) Unplug the refrigerator. Open fresh food compartment door, remove bin and raise refreshment center inner door. Press sides of flexible light shield to release locking tabs and allow the shield to swing down. Unscrew burned-outbulb and replace it with an appliancebulb of the same or lower wattage.
- Page 28 Preparing to install the refrigerator. Read _eSe instmctio, s !comp!ete_ and Carefully. WaterSupplyto the Icemaker You will need to connect the icemaker to a cold water line. A water supply kit (containing copper tubing, shutoffvalve, fittings and instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer.
- Page 29 Rollers The milers have 3purposes: Rollers adjust so the door closes easily when opened about halfway. [Raise the front about 5/8" (15 mm) from the floor.] Rollers adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and does not wobble. Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.
- Page 30 Installing the water line. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Before YouBegin This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding.
- Page 31 What YouWill Need dlow [] A cold water supp_ The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. [] Power drill. [] Copper tubin_ 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator the water supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.
- Page 32 Installing the water line. Install the Shutoff Valve Install the shutoffvalve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line. tChoose a location for the valve that is easily accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect into a...
- Page 33 Route the Copper Tubingand Connect It to the Shutoff Valve Route the copper tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator. Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor (behind refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
- Page 34 Installing the water line. Read these instructions completely and careful!y. Connect the Tubingto the Refrigerator Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. We recommend installing a water filter if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator's water valve.
- Page 35 Normal operatingsounds. Dependingon the placement of the refrigerator inyour kitchen, you may want to place a piece of rubber backed carpet under the refrigerator to reduce noise. The new high effidency compressor runs faster and will have a higher pitch hum or pulsating sound while operating.
- Page 36 Beforeyou call for service... Troubleshootingtips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Possible Causes What ToDo • Wait about 30 minutes Refrigerator 6oes no[ :: Refrigerator defrost cycle to end.
- Page 37 Possible Causes What To Do Temperature control • This is normal. starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures. Front roller screws or • See the Rollerssection. front leveling legs need adjuring. Slight vibration • Try moving dishes around normal in refrigerator.
- Page 38 Beforeyou call for service... Possible Causes What ToDo Door left open. " Check to see if package is holding door open. •See the Aboutthe controls Temperature control section. on therefrigerator not set cold enough. Ice storage bin needs • Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
- Page 39 Possible Causes What ToDo Water supply line turned • See the Installing the water off or not connected. line section. Supplyline dogged with sediment. Air may be trapped in the • Press the dispenser pad for at least two minutes. water system.
- Page 40 Beforeyou call for service... Possible Causes What ToDo Hotair frombottom Normal air flow cooling Your floor covering ofrehigerater motor. In the refrigeration supplier should process, it is normal that consulted if you object to this discoloration. heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator.
- Page 41 ConsumerWarranty For customers in Canada CAMCOwarrants the replacement or repair of all parts of this Refrigerator which prove to be defective in material or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Such parts will be repaired or replaced at the option of Camco without...
- Page 42 (Forcustomers in the United States) All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized CustomerCare®technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. GE Will Replace, At No Charge To You: A_part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.