Owner's Manual: Side-by-Side 36, 42, 48 Built-In Refrigerators
Owner's Manual: Side-by-Side 36, 42, 48 Built-In Refrigerators
Owner's Manual: Side-by-Side 36, 42, 48 Built-In Refrigerators
Manual
Side-by-Side
36″, 42″, 48″
Built-In Refrigerators
49-60559-3
224D1893P005
06-09 JR
monogram.com
Consumer Information
Built-In Refrigerators
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Consumer Information
Built-In Refrigerators
Before Read this manual carefully. It is intended If you don’t understand something or need more
to help you operate and maintain your new help, there is a list of toll-free consumer service
using your refrigerator properly. numbers included in the back section of this
refrigerator manual.
Keep it handy for answers to your questions.
OR
Visit our website at: monogram.com
Write You’ll see them on a label in the lower right hand Before sending in this card, please write these
down the side of the fresh food compartment beneath numbers here:
the climate control drawer.
model &
serial Model Number
numbers
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence or
service calls concerning your refrigerator.
Save time Before you request service, check the It lists causes of minor operating problems that
& money Problem Solver in the back of this manual. you can correct yourself.
If you To obtain service, see the Consumer Services For customers in Canada:
need page in the back of this manual.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
service We’re proud of our service and want you to be appliance. Explain why you are not pleased.
pleased. If for some reason you are not happy In most cases, this will solve the problem.
with the service you receive, here are steps to
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all
follow for further help.
the details–including your phone number to:
For customers in the USA:
Manager, Consumer Relations
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your Mabe Canada Inc.
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. 1 Factory Lane, Suite 310
In most cases, this will solve the problem. Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the
details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ
RÉFRIGÉRANTS
Tous les appareils de réfrigération
contiennent des réfrigérants qui, conformément
aux lois fédérales, doivent être enlevés avant
toute élimination de l’appareil. Si vous vous
débarrassez de vieux appareils de réfrigération,
vérifiez, auprès de la société qui s’occupe
de leur élimination, ce que vous devez faire. 5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ
RACCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE
Ne coupez ni retirez en aucun cas N’UTILISEZ PAS UNE FICHE D’ADAPTATION POUR
la troisième broche (mise à la terre) de la fiche RACCORDER LE RÉFRIGÉRATEUR DANS UNE PRISE
du cordon d’alimentation. Pour votre sécurité, MURALE À 2 ALVÉOLES.
cet appareil doit être correctement mis
N’UTILISEZ PAS DE CORDONS PROLONGATEURS
à la terre.
AVEC CET APPAREIL.
Le cordon d’alimentation de cet appareil est
Ne débranchez jamais l’appareil en tirant
muni d’une fiche à 3 broches (mise à la terre)
le cordon d’alimentation. Saisissez fermement
qui se branche dans une prise mural ordinaire
la fiche du cordon et tirez droit pour la retirer
à 3 alvéoles (mise à la terre) pour réduire
de la prise.
au minimum les risques du chocs électriques.
Réparez ou remplacez immédiatement tout
Faites examiner la prise de courant et le circuit
cordon effiloché ou endommagé. N’utilisez
par un électricien qualifié pour vous assurer
pas un cordon fendillé ou présentant des
que la prise est correctement mise à la terre.
signes d’usure.
Si la prise murale est du type standard
Lorsque vous déplacez l’appareil du mur,
à 2 alvéoles, il vous incombe de la faire
faites attention de ne pas la faire rouler
remplacer par une prise à 3 alvéoles
sur le cordon d’alimentation afin de ne pas
correctement mise à la terre.
l’endommager.
L’utilisation d’un interrupteur de défaut
à la terre (GFI–Ground Fault Interruptor)
nést pas recommandé pour la prise
de courant du réfrigérateur.
La machine à glaçons doit toujours être branché
dans sa propre prise de courant, dont la tension
nominale est identique à celle indiquée sur
la plaque signalétique. Cette précaution est
recommandée pour garantir un rendement
optimum et éviter une surcharge des circuits
électriques de la résidence, ce qui pourrait créer
un risque d’incendie par surschauffe des fils.
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Temperature Controls
Built-In Refrigerators
Preset Settings:
Allow 24 hours to reach these preset temperatures.
Temperature The temperature display shows the actual To check the current temperature setting
temperature of the freezer and fresh food for the fresh food or freezer compartment,
controls compartments. The actual temperature will vary press the or pad once. After 5 seconds,
from the set temperature based on factors such the display will return to the actual temperature.
as door opening, amount of food, defrost cycling
To change the temperature settings, press
and room temperature.
the or pads to desired temperature set
NOTE: Frequent door openings or door left open point for fresh food and freezer separately.
for periods of time may increase the internal Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach
temperature of the freezer and fresh food the temperature you have set.
compartments temporarily. Temperature Ranges
To turn off the cooling system in both Low High
the freezer and fresh food compartments, press
either pad until both displays show OFF. Fresh Food 34°F 45°F
1°C 7°C
To turn the cooling system on, press either
pad. The preset temperatures of 0°F and 37°F Freezer –6°F +6°F
will appear in the display. –21°C –14°C
Door To turn the Door Alarm feature on, press When the DOOR ALARM
DOOR ALARM once. The ACTIVE light will come is active, the alarm will flash
alarm on. To turn it off, press it again. and beep if you keep the door
open for more than 2 minutes.
On models with a dispenser, the Door Alarm
feature is located on the dispenser panel on
the front of the freezer door.
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Water Filter Cartridge
Built-In Refrigerators
Water filter The water filter cartridge is located in the top To Reset the Filter Status Light:
machine compartment of the refrigerator. Press and hold the RESET pad for 3 seconds.
cartridge
To Replace the Filter: Filter Bypass Plug:
The filter cartridge is designed You must use the filter bypass plug:
to filter 300 gallons of water
(lasting approximately 12 months). a) if you have a household
reverse osmosis water system
There is a replacement indicator light and/or another form of home
for the water filter cartridge on the temperature water filtration system Filter
control panel. This light will turn yellow to tell Bypass
b) if a replacement filter is not Plug
you that you need to replace the filter soon.
The filter cartridge should be replaced when available.
the replacement indicator light turns red The bypass plug and the mini-manual are located
or if the flow of water to the dispenser in the top machine compartment.
or icemaker decreases.
The icemaker and dispenser will not operate
Installing the Filter Cartridge: without the filter or filter bypass plug installed.
1. Remove the old cartridge by slowly turning Replacement filters:
it to the left. A small amount of water may To order additional filter cartridges in the United
drip down. Do not pull down on the cartridge. States, visit our Website at monogram.com, or
2. Fill the new cartridge with water from the tap call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
to allow for better flow immediately after Replacement filter cartridge: MWF
installation.
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow
3. Line up the arrow on the cartridge with pages for the nearest Mabe Service Center.
the center of the holder. Do not push it up
into the holder.
4. Slowly turn it to the right until the cartridge
stops. It will rotate about 1/4 turn. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.
Cartridge
Holder
Filter
Cartridge
IMPORTANT NOTE: Remove the water filter to Call 1.800.844.1845 to schedule a service call
immediately stop any water leak from the to repair the leak.
Icemaker/Dispenser system. The water filter
cartridge holder (bracket) acts as a cut-off valve
when the filter is removed and will prevent
further leaking.
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Ice & Water Dispenser (on some models)
Built-In Refrigerators
Spill Shelf
How to Use
To dispense water or ice: select WATER , CUBED Dispenser Light:
ICE or CRUSHED ICE . Then press the glass This feature turns the night light
gently against the top of the dispenser cradle. on and off. The light also comes
The spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce on when the dispenser cradle is
water spotting, the shelf and its grille should be pressed. If this light burns out, it
cleaned regularly. should be replaced with a 6 watt
12V maximum bulb. The bulb is available
If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator through GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
is first installed, there may be air in the water Order part number WR02X10675.
line system. Press the dispenser cradle for at
least two minutes to remove trapped air from Door Alarm:
the water line and to fill the water system. To turn the Door Alarm feature on,
To flush out impurities in the water line, touch DOOR ALARM once. To turn
throw away the first gallon of water. it off, press it again.
When the DOOR ALARM
CAUTION: Never put fingers is active, the alarm will flash and beep if you
or any other objects into the ice crusher keep the door open for more than 2 minutes.
discharge opening.
Locking the Dispenser:
Touch CONTROL LOCK for
3 seconds to lock the dispenser
and control pad. To unlock, touch
it again for 3 seconds.
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Ice & Water Dispenser (on some models)
Built-In Refrigerators
To replace:
Rotate
Slide the bin back until the tab on the bin locks
into the slot on the shelf. If the bin does not go
all the way back, remove it and rotate the drive
mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the bin back
again. Drive
Mechanism
Important • Do not add ice from trays or bags to • After crushed ice is dispensed, some water
the storage bin. It may not crush or may drip from the chute.
facts about dispense well.
your ice • Sometimes a mound of ice chips will form
• Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use on the door in the ice chute. This condition
& water of narrow or extra-tall glasses. Backed-up is normal and usually occurs when you have
dispenser ice can jam the chute or cause the door in dispensed crushed ice repeatedly. The ice
the chute to freeze shut. If ice is blocking chips will eventually evaporate.
the chute, poke it through with a wooden
• Dispensed water is not ice cold. For colder
spoon.
water, simply add crushed ice or cubes before
• Beverages and foods should not be dispensing water.
quick-chilled in the ice storage bin. Cans,
• The first glass of water dispensed may
bottles or food packages in the storage bin
be warmer than the following ones.
may cause the icemaker or auger to jam.
This is normal.
• To keep dispensed ice from missing
• To eliminate drips on the spill shelf, tilt
the glass, put the glass close to, but not
the glass in slightly when dispensing water.
touching, the dispenser opening.
• Some crushed ice may be dispensed even
though you selected CUBES. This happens
occasionally when a few cubes accidentally
get directed to the crusher.
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Automatic Icemaker
Built-In Refrigerators
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Climate Control Drawer
Built-In Refrigerators
How to Use
1 Empty the drawer. Place the items in • The displayed actual temperature of
the drawer. the Climate Control drawer may vary slightly
from the SET temperature based on usage
2 Select the Express Thaw,™ Express Chill™ and operation environment.
or Select Temp™ pad. The display will come
on. Press the pad until the light appears next NOTE: For food safety reasons, it is
to the desired setting. Use the chart on recommended that foods be wrapped in
the next page to determine the best setting. plastic wrap when using Express Thaw.™
This will help contain meat juices and
• To stop a feature before it is finished, improve thawing performance.
press that feature’s pad until no options
are selected and the display is off.
• During Express Thaw™ and Express Chill,™
the display on the controls will count down
the time remaining in the cycle.
• After the Express Thaw™ cycle is
complete, the drawer will reset to the MEAT
setting (27–37°F) to help preserve thawed Express Thaw™ Express Chill™
items until they are used.
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Climate Control Drawer
Built-In Refrigerators
Climate NOTE: Results may vary depending on packaging, starting temperature and other food traits.
Control
chart
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Storage Pans and Climate Control Drawer
Built-In Refrigerators
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Drop Down Shelf and Lighted Drawer Cover
Built-In Refrigerators
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Shelves and Bins
Built-In Refrigerators
Door bins All door bins, except for the deep gallon door bin,
are adjustable using one of 2 tabs on each end
of the bin. They can be moved up and down to Adjustable
many different positions to meet your storage Door Bin
needs. The deep gallon door bin can be removed
for cleaning.
To remove any bin:
Lift the bin up and slide it toward you. Gallon
Door Bin
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Shelves and Bins
Built-In Refrigerators
Sabbath The Sabbath Mode Product Kit was designed DISPLAYS, ALARMS and LIGHTS—The main
for use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays. temperature control and Express Chill displays
Mode The Sabbath Mode feature makes it possible will be deactivated; therefore they will not be lit,
Product Kit for observant Jews to refrigerate and freeze sound a tone or operate when touched. Door
(available at food during the duration of the holiday. alarms and lights will be disabled.
extra cost) The Sabbath Mode feature can be set to override ICE and WATER DISPENSER—The proximity
typical reactions to actions in your refrigerator. sensor and dispenser touch sensor icons will
While in the Sabbath Mode, your refrigerator will not operate. Ice or water cannot be retrieved
still operate normally. However, the refrigerator from the dispenser.
will not respond to your actions.
ICEMAKER—The icemaker will continue
While in the Sabbath Mode, you may notice to operate. The icemaker can be disabled by
the fan running when the door is opened; opening the freezer, opening the ice storage bin
however, this is not a result of your actions. door and setting the icemaker power switch to
The fan will operate at random times. the OFF position (see Automatic Icemaker).
The defrost heater will continue to defrost To obtain ice, open the freezer door and remove
the refrigerator and freezer and will be activated the cubed ice from the ice bin.
on a timer. The defrost heater will not defrost
This Sabbath Mode Product Kit can be purchased
as a result of door openings or any consumer
from your local appliance dealer. The ZSAB1 Kit
actions.
is designed for use with all Monogram Built-In
ON/OFF—To activate, raise the top grille Refrigerators manufactured after 2008.
panel and set the Sabbath Mode switch to To locate your nearest dealer, visit our web site
the ON position. A green LED light will be visible monogram.com or call 1.800.626.2000. In Canada,
below the Sabbath Mode Kit switch. The light will call 1.800.561.3344. Order Kit # ZSAB1.
be visible when the grille is closed between the
NOTE: The Sabbath Mode Product Kit must
grille door and compartment doors.
be installed by a qualified service technician.
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Care and Cleaning
Built-In Refrigerators
Cleaning The dispenser spill shelf Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled
and the area beneath it dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave
outside should be cleaned a residue that can damage the finish. Do not
periodically with a mild liquid dish detergent. use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach
or cleaners containing bleach because these
Dispenser cradle—Before cleaning, lock
products can scratch and damage the finish.
the dispenser by touching CONTROL LOCK for
3 seconds to prevent activating the dispenser. Stainless steel—Regularly clean and polish
Clean with warm water and a mild liquid dish the stainless steel door panels and handles
detergent. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry. (on some models) with a commercially available
Unlock the dispenser by touching CONTROL stainless steel cleaner such as Stainless Steel
LOCK for 3 seconds. Magic™ to preserve and protect the fine finish.
Stainless Steel Magic and the Monogram
Do not use chemical cleaners to clean
polishing cloth are available through GE Parts
the dispenser or any part of the dispenser.
and Accessories, 800.626.2002, or monogram.com.
Door handles and trim—Clean with a cloth For Stainless Steel Magic, order part number
dampened with soapy water. Dry with a soft WX10X15. For Monogram polishing cloth,
cloth. order part number WX72X10001.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean Do not use appliance wax or polish on
cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid dish the stainless steel.
detergent. Dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Cleaning Turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse Other parts of the refrigerator—including
box before cleaning. If this is not practical, wring door gaskets, meat and vegetable drawers,
inside excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when ice storage bin and all plastic parts—can be
cleaning around switches, lights or controls. cleaned the same way.
Use warm water and baking soda solution— Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts
about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda in the dishwasher.
to a quart (1 liter) of water. This both cleans
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot
and neutralizes odors. Thoroughly rinse
water because the extreme temperature
and wipe dry.
difference may cause them to break. Handle
glass shelves carefully. Rough handling of
tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
NOTE: Interior lights may get too hot and turn
off automatically if the refrigerator door is left
open too long. This is normal and they will turn
back on when they cool down.
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Care and Cleaning
Built-In Refrigerators
AVERTISSEMENT :
Les ampoules halogènes produisent une chaleur
intense. Assurez-vous de bien couper le courant
et de laisser suffisamment de temps aux
ampoules pour leur permettre de se refroidir
avant d’essayer de les remplacer.
Bulbs
Vous pouvez couper le courant en utilisant
le commutateur de lumière principale situé
derrière le panneau grillagé en haut du
réfrigérateur. Il y a un commutateur pour le
compartiment congélateur et un commutateur
pour le compartiment réfrigérateur.
Vous NE COUPEZ PAS l’alimentation électrique
du réfrigérateur des circuits de lumières en
mettant le bouton de contrôle de température
en position OFF (arrêt).
The refrigerator uses a halogen bulb:
The columns along the back wall
of the fresh food and freezer compartments
are lit up by lamps located behind the top pan
in the fresh food compartment and the bottom
basket in the freezer compartment.
This is a 35 watt, 12 volt,
These bulbs have a life expectancy of Type MR11 bulb.
If ordering through
about 2000 hours. However, if the bulbs GE Parts and Accessories,
do need to be replaced, they can be order part WR02X11183.
purchased at hardware, general retail
and home improvement stores or through
GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
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Care and Cleaning
Built-In Refrigerators
Using This feature turns off the lights in the fresh food
and freezer compartments.
the Master
The switches are located behind the grille panel Grille
Light switches Panel
at the top of the refrigerator. Lift up the panel
to access the switches.
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Care and Cleaning
Built-In Refrigerators
Preparing For long vacations or absences, remove food For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods
and shut off power to the refrigerator at the fuse and leave controls at regular settings. However, if
for vacation box or circuit breaker. Clean the interior (see the room temperature is expected to drop below
Cleaning Inside). Leave doors open. 60°F (16°C), follow the same instructions as for
long vacations.
Set the icemaker power switch to the OFF
position and be sure to shut off the water supply
to the refrigerator.
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The Problem Solver
Built-In Refrigerators
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The Problem Solver
Built-In Refrigerators
Use this DOOR NOT CLOSING • Package may be holding door open.
PROPERLY
problem • Check the door gasket; it may be out of position.
solver! • Refrigerator is not level. See Installation Instructions.
ACTUAL • Refrigerator just plugged in. Allow 24 hours for system to stabilize.
TEMPERATURE
• Door open for too long. Allow 24 hours for system to stabilize.
NOT EQUAL TO SET
TEMPERATURE • Warm food added to refrigerator. Allow 24 hours for system
to stabilize.
• Defrost cycle is in process. Allow 24 hours for system to stabilize.
VIBRATION OR • Refrigerator may not be properly installed.
RATTLING
(Slight vibration
is normal.)
FRESH FOOD • Temperature controls not set cold enough. See Temperature Controls.
OR FREEZER
• Warm weather or frequent door openings.
COMPARTMENT
TOO WARM • Door left open for long time.
• Package may be holding door open.
FROST OR ICE • Door left open or package holding door open.
CRYSTALS ON
• Too frequent or too long door openings.
FROZEN FOOD
(Frost within package
is normal.)
SLOW ICE CUBE • Door may have been left open.
FREEZING
• Freezer compartment is too warm. Set the freezer to a colder
temperature.
ICE HAS • Old cubes need to be discarded.
ODOR/TASTE
• Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed.
• Unsealed packages in freezer compartment may be transmitting
odor/taste to ice.
• Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every 3 months.
• Poor-tasting incoming water. Replace water filter.
AUTOMATIC • Icemaker power switch is in the OFF position.
ICEMAKER
• Water supply turned off or not connected.
DOES NOT WORK
• Freezer compartment too warm.
• Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to shut off
too soon. Level cubes in bin.
MOISTURE FORMS • Not unusual during periods of high humidity. Wipe surface dry.
ON CABINET
• Controlling humidity and temperature in the kitchen with air
SURFACE BETWEEN
conditioning will eliminate this condition.
THE DOORS
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The Problem Solver
Built-In Refrigerators
WATER ON • If you use an extra tall glass or pitcher, or overfill a glass or pitcher,
THE FLOOR you may be jamming the cubes in the funnel chute. They can fuse
inside the chute and drop out later, leaving water or ice on the floor.
UNEVEN SPACING • Kitchen cabinets are not level or square. Call the installer or
OR GAPS BETWEEN cabinetmaker.
DOORS AND
KITCHEN CABINET
POOR DOOR • Fresh food door needs adjusting. See Installation Instructions.
ALIGNMENT OR
• Refrigerator is not level. See Attention Installer Instructions.
ONE DOOR HIGHER
THAN THE OTHER
WATER HAS POOR • Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. Dispense water
TASTE OR ODOR until all water in system is replenished.
WATER IN FIRST • Normal when refrigerator is first installed. Wait 24 hours for the
GLASS IS WARM refrigerator to completely cool down.
• Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. Dispense water
until all water in system is replenished.
• Water system has been drained. Allow several hours for replenished
supply to chill.
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The Problem Solver
Built-In Refrigerators
Use this WATER DISPENSER • Water supply line turned off, restricted or not connected. Call your
DOES NOT WORK installer for proper water supply line connection.
problem
solver! • Water filter clogged. Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug.
• The CONTROL LOCK on the dispenser has been activated.
To unlock the dispenser, touch CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds.
• Air may be trapped in system. Press the dispenser arm for at least
2 minutes.
ICE DISPENSER • Ice bin improperly installed. See Ice storage bin.
DOES NOT WORK
• Icemaker turned off or water supply turned off. Turn on icemaker
or water supply.
• Ice cubes are frozen to the icemaker feeler arm. Remove cubes.
• Irregular ice clumps in storage bin. Break up with fingertip pressure
and discard remaining clumps.
• Freezer may be too warm. Adjust freezer control to a colder setting,
one position at a time, until clumps do not form.
• Water filter clogged. Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug.
• The CONTROL LOCK on the dispenser has been activated.
To unlock the dispenser, touch CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds.
WATER SPURTING • Newly installed filter cartridge. Run water from the dispenser for
FROM DISPENSER 3 minutes (about one and a half gallons).
NO WATER OR ICE • Water supply line turned off, restricted or not connected. Call your
PRODUCTION installer for proper water supply line connection.
• Water filter clogged. Replace the filter or use the filter bypass plug.
CUBED ICE WAS • Last setting was CRUSHED ICE. A few cubes were left in the crusher
SELECTED BUT from the previous setting. This is normal.
CRUSHED ICE
• If continual crushed ice is dispensed while cubed ice is selected,
WAS DISPENSED
adjust ice bin. See Ice storage bin.
FOOD IS NOT • Packaging. Increase time or re-package in plastic.
THAWING/CHILLING
• Wrong weight selected. Select a larger weight.
IN CLIMATE
CONTROL DRAWER • Item with high fat content. Select a larger weight.
SELECT TEMP • Fresh Food temperature control is set at warmest setting.
FEATURE ON This is normal. In order to minimize energy usage, the Select Temp
CLIMATE CONTROL feature is disabled when the Fresh Food control is set at the warmest
DRAWER IS NOT setting.
WORKING
CLIMATE CONTROL • Control Lock feature is active. Press and hold the CONTROL LOCK
DRAWER CONTROLS pad on the Climate Control drawer for 3 seconds.
DO NOT WORK
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Performance Data Sheet
SmartWater Filtration System
MWF Cartridge
This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42/53 for reduction of the substances listed below.
The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration
less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 42/53.*
(100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage)
Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
USEPA Influent Influent Effluent % Reduction Min. Required
Parameter MCL Challenge Concentration Average Average Maximum Average Minimum Reduction
Chlorine — 2.0 mg/L + 10% 1.96 mg/L 0.06 mg/L 0.11 mg/L 96.77% 94.74% > 50%
T&O — — — — — — — —
Particulate** — ≥ 10,000 particles/mL 6,400,000 #/mL 58,833 #/mL 150,000 #/mL 99.14% 97.97% ≥ 85%
Standard No. 53: Health Effects
USEPA Influent Influent Effluent % Reduction Min. Required
Parameter MCL Challenge Concentration Average Average Maximum Average Minimum Reduction
Turbidity 0.5 NTU 11 + 1 NTU*** 10.5 NTU 0.14 NTU 0.28 NTU 98.54% 97.20% 0.5 NTU
Cysts ≥ 99.95% Reduction Minimum 50,000 L 118,750 #/L < 1 #/L 4 #/L > 99.99% > 99.99% ≥ 99.95%
Asbestos ≥ 99% Reduction 107 to 108 fibers/L; > 10μm 57 MF/L 0.996 MF/L < 1 MF/L 99.60% 99.39% ≥ 99%
Lead at pH 6.5 0.015 mg/L 0.15 mg/L + 10% 0.1567 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L 99.36% 99.29% 0.010 mg/L
Lead at pH 8.5 0.015 mg/L 0.15 mg/L + 10% 0.1433 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L 99.30% 99.29% 0.010 mg/L
Mercury at pH 6.5 0.002 mg/L 0.006 mg/L + 10% 0.0059 mg/L 0.000350 mg/L 0.0007 mg/L 94.70% 87.50% 0.002 mg/L
Mercury at pH 8.5 0.002 mg/L 0.006 mg/L + 10% 0.0057 mg/L 0.000325 mg/L 0.0006 mg/L 93.20% 89.29% 0.002 mg/L
Alachlor 0.002 mg/L 0.04 mg/L + 10% 0.0367 mg/L 0.00023 mg/L 0.0004 mg/L 99.34% 98.67% 0.002 mg/L
Lindane 0.0002 mg/L 0.002 mg/L + 10% 0.0020 mg/L < 0.00002 mg/L < 0.00002 mg/L 99.00% 98.95% 0.0002 mg/L
2,4-D 0.070 mg/L 0.210 mg/L + 10% 0.2033 mg/L 0.00337 mg/L 0.011000 mg/L 98.32% 94.50% 0.070 mg/L
Toxaphene 0.003 mg/L 0.015 mg/L + 10% 0.0160 mg/L 0.00100 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 93.44% 91.67% 0.003 mg/L
Benzene 0.005 mg/L 0.015 mg/L + 10% 0.0145 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 96.51% 95.83% 0.005 mg/L
Carbofuran 0.040 mg/L 0.080 mg/L + 10% 0.0830 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 98.78% 98.65% 0.04 mg/L
1,4 dichlorobenzene 0.075 mg/L 0.225 mg/L + 10% 0.2283 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 99.78% 99.77% 0.075 mg/L
Atrazine 0.003 mg/L 0.009 mg/L + 10% 0.0087 mg/L < 0.0005 mg/L < 0.0005 mg/L 94.22% 93.33% 0.003 mg/L
* Tested using a flow rate of 0.50 gpm; pressure of 60 psig; pH of 7.5 ± 0.5; temp. of 68° ± 5°F (20° ± 3°C)
** Measurement in Particles/ml. Particles used were 0.5-1 microns
*** NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units
Operating Specifications
Capacity: certified for up to 300 gallons (1135 l); up to one year
Pressure requirement: 40–120 psi (2.8–8.2 bar), non-shock
Temperature: 33–100ºF (0.6–38ºC)
Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)
General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements
Flush new cartridge at full flow for 3 minutes to purge out trapped air.
Replace cartridge when the indicator light flashes.
Special Notices
Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped.
This drinking water system must be maintained according to manufacturer’s instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or
after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.
The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment system are not necessarily in your water.
Check for compliance with the state and local laws and regulations.
Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary. Systems must be
installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer’s recommended procedures and guidelines.
System Tested and Certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 & 53 for the reduction of:
Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Chemical Unit Chemical Reduction Unit
Chlorine Taste and Odor Alachlor and Atrazine Reduction
Benzene and Carbofuran Reduction
Mechanical Filtration Unit
Particulate Reduction, Class I 1,4 dichlorobenzene and 2,4-D Reduction
Lead and Lindane Reduction
NSF ®
The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section
116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:
Rated Service Capacity: 300 gal Rated Service Flow: 0.5 gpm
Conditions of Certification:
Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that systems certified for
cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.
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Consumer Services
Built-In Refrigerators
GE Answer Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center®
Center ® information service is available to help. Your call—and your question—will be answered
promptly and courteously. Call the GE Answer Center® Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to
In the USA: 10 p.m. EST, and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 7. p.m. EST.
800.626.2000 OR
Visit our Website at: monogram.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.
In-Home Repair A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time
Service that’s convenient for you. To schedule service, call Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST,
or Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated
In the USA: locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience. Our factory-trained
800.444.1845 technicians know your appliance inside and out—so most repairs can be handled in just one
visit.
In Canada:
In Canada: Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDST.
1.800.561.3344
For Customers GE offers Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and a brochure
With Special to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited
Needs… mobility.
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD
In the USA: or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322)
800.626.2000 to request information or service.
Service Contracts You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your
warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll
In the USA: receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract, you’re assured of future service
800.626.2224 at today’s prices.
In Canada:
1.800.561.3344
Parts and Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent
Accessories directly to their home. The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts…and all
GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards
In the USA: are accepted. Visit www.geappliances.com.
800.626.2002 User maintenance instructions contained in this manual cover procedures intended
In Canada: to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified
1.800.561.3344 service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe
operation.
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Notes
Built-In Refrigerators
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Notes
Built-In Refrigerators
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Warranty
Built-In Refrigerators
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for
ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii, Washington, D.C. or Canada. If the product is located
in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip
charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service.
In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product
to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.
All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care®
servicers during normal working hours.
Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, in the USA call 800.444.1845.
In Canada: 800.561.3344. Please have your serial number and model number available when calling for service.
• Service trips to your home to teach you how • Replacement of the light bulbs, if included,
WHAT IS NOT to use the product. or water filter cartridge, if included, other
COVERED • Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit than as noted above.
breakers. • Replacement of the water filter cartridge,
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, if included, due to water pressure that is outside
floods or acts of God. the specified operating range or due to excessive
• Failure of the product if it is used for other than sediment in the water supply.
its intended purpose or used commercially. • Loss of food due to spoilage (in the USA only).
• Damage caused after delivery. • Incidental or consequential damage caused
• Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. by possible defects with this appliance.
If you have an installation problem, contact • Product not accessible to provide required
your dealer or installer. You are responsible service.
for providing adequate electrical, plumbing
and other connecting facilities.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in
this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
Some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state/province to province. To know what your legal rights
are in your state/province, consult your local or state/provincial consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney
General.