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Refrigerators
Top-Freezer
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Operating Instructions
Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Owner’s Manual and
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Installation Instructions
Storage Drawers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5 Models 16,17,18
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Congélateur supérieur
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Réfrigérateurs
Water Line Installation . . . . . . . . . 8–10 Manuel d’utilisation
Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . 11–14 et d’installation
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Troubleshooting Tips
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . . 15
Before You Call For Service ...... 15-16
Congelador superior
Consumer Support
Warranty for
Canadian Customers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Refrigeradores
Warranty for U.S. Customers. . . . . . 18 Manual del propietario
Consumer Support . . . . . . Back Cover e instalación
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numbers here:
Model # __________________________
Serial # __________________________
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the upper left side of the fresh food
compartment.

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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 „.HHS¿QJHUVRXWRIWKH´SLQFKSRLQWµDUHDVFOHDUDQFHV
located in accordance with the Installation between the doors and between the doors and
Instructions before it is used. cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors
when children are in the area.
„ Do not attempt to or allow children to climb, stand
or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. They „ Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making
could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure repairs.
themselves.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be
„ Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer SHUIRUPHGE\DTXDOL¿HGLQGLYLGXDO
compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin
„ Turning the control to the OFF position does not
may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.
remove power to the light circuit.
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„ Do not refreeze frozen foods which have
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
thawed completely.
appliance.
„ Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the
„In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid
refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid
contact with the moving parts of the ejector
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mechanism, or with the heating element (located on
bulb may break when being replaced.)
the bottom of the icemaker) that releases the cubes.
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icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is
plugged in.

DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
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the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
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If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please under federal law must be removed prior to product
follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration
product, check with the company handling the disposal
Before You Throw Away Your Old about what to do.
Refrigerator or Freezer:
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„ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
„ If the refrigerator has a lock make it unusable.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. GEAppliances.com

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 This provides the best performance and also prevents
3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the ¿UHKD]DUGIURPRYHUKHDWHGZLUHV
possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power
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electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. the outlet.
Where an ungrounded 2-prong wall outlet is Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have
encountered, it is your personal responsibility and become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a
obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its
3-prong wall outlet. length or at either end.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage, wattage careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
and frequency that match the rating plate.

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.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the temperature control dial.

Turning the dial to OFFVWRSVFRROLQJLQERWKFRPSDUWPHQWV³IUHVKIRRGDQGIUHH]HU,WGRHVQRWVKXWRȺSRZHUWR
the refrigerator.
Temperature Control Dial (on some models)
The temperature control dial adjust refrigerator from warmest to coldest.
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The recommended factory setting is shown in illustration to the left. For colder temperature
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About the fresh food compartment shelves.
Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.
Half-Width Shelves NOTE: The shelf to the right of the track is
One end of the shelf rests on a molded side-wall GHVLJQHGWRKRRNLQWRWKHULJKWKDQGVORWWKH
VXSSRUWDEUDFNHWRQWKHRWKHUHQGKRRNVLQWRD shelf to the left is designed to hook into the left-
2 Lift up and out track on the rear cabinet wall. hand slot.
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support and out of the track.
To replace, select desired shelf height. With shelf front
1 Tilt up raised slightly, hook the bracket’s top lug into the track,
then lower the shelf onto the support.

Full-Width Shelves
Some models have a stationary tempered glass
shelf, a spillproof 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
Pull forward food on it or remove food from it.
To remove the full-width shelves

Ice Trays (on some models)

Ice trays are designed to release ice cubes For only one or two ice cubes, leave the tray
easily. Hold tray upside-down over a right-side up, twist both ends slightly and
container and twist both ends to release remove desired number of cubes. Wash ice
cubes. trays and storage bin in lukewarm water
only. Do not put them in an automatic
dishwasher.

About the freezer compartment shelves.

Step Shelf (on some models)
To remove the step shelf:
Lift left side of shelf slightly. Lower right side of shelf, move shelf to the
right and take it out.
Move shelf to the left to free its right ends
1 2 3 from holes in the cabinet wall.

To replace the step shelf:

:LWKVKHOIWLOWHGDVVKRZQ¿WOHIWHQGVRI Lift left side of shelf slightly, swing shelf up,
shelf into holes in cabinet wall. ¿WULJKWHQGVRIVKHOILQWRKROHVLQFDELQHW
wall, and lower shelf into place.

About the storage drawers.

Not all features are on all models.
Snacks Drawer Fruit and Vegetable Drawers
The snacks drawer can be Excess water that may
moved to the most useful accumulate in the bottom of the
location for your family’s drawers should be emptied and
needs. the drawers wiped dry.

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About storage drawer and cover removal. GEAppliances.com
Not all features are on all models.
Adjustable Humidity Drawer (on some models)
Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the way to the LOW
HIGH setting to provide high humidity setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most vegetables. recommended for most fruits.

Drawer and Cover Removal

Drawers can be removed easily by grasping To remove the cover,OLIWLWRȺLWVVXSSRUWV
the sides and lifting up slightly while pulling pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.
drawers past the stop location.

Twin Drawer Shelf

To remove: /LIWWKHIUDPHRȺWKHVXSSRUWVDWHDFKVLGHDQG
Remove the drawers. back, pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.
To replace:
Reach in, push the front of glass cover up,
and at the same time, pull it forward as far Lower the frame until it rests on the
as it will come. supports at each side and back.
Tilt it and take it out. Avoid cleaning the cold Replace the glass cover, pushing its rear
glass cover with hot water because the extreme HGJH¿UPO\LQWRWKHUHDUIUDPHFKDQQHODQG
WHPSHUDWXUHGLȺHUHQFHPD\FDXVHLWWREUHDN gently lowering the front into place.
Remove the drawer frame. (Always remove Replace the drawers.
the glass cover before you take out the
drawer frame.)

About the automatic icemaker

A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12–24 hours to begin making ice.
Icemaker Automatic Icemaker (on some models). You will hear a buzzing sound each time the
The icemaker will produce approximately LFHPDNHU¿OOVZLWKZDWHU
70-100 cubes. in a 24-hour period, depending 7KURZDZD\WKH¿UVWIHZEDWFKHVRILFHWRDOORZ
on the freezer compartment temperature, room the water line to clear.
temperature, number of door openings and other Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the
ON OFF
use conditions. feeler arm.
If the refrigerator is operated before the water :KHQWKHELQ¿OOVWRWKHOHYHORIWKHIHHOHUDUPWKH
connection is made to the icemaker, set the icemaker will stop producing ice.
Feeler Arm switch OFF or move the feeler arm to the STOP It is normal for several cubes to be joined
Power Switch (up) position. together.
When the refrigerator has been connected to the If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will
water supply, set the switch ON position or move become cloudy, taste stale, shrink or fuse together.
the feeler arm to the ON (down) position.
Icemaker accessory kit:
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15°F. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to If your refrigerator did not already come equipped
24 hours to begin making ice cubes. with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker
accessory kit is available at extra cost.
Once the icemaker starts to make ice, it may take
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Feeler Arm
in the STOP temperature settings and number of door openings. icemaker kit needed for your model.
Feeler Arm in the (up) position
ON (down) position

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Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Cleaning the Outside appliance parts stores.
The door handles and trim (on some models). Clean with a Moving the Refrigerator
cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth. Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly WKHZDOO$OOW\SHVRIÀRRUFRYHULQJVFDQEHGDPDJHG
dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed
detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth. surfaces.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet Turn the leveling legs at each front corner of the refrigerator
towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint. counterclockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator. Pull
Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing
cleaners containing either bleach or ammonia because it straight in. Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may
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The stainless steel doors and door handles (on some When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t
models) can be cleaned with a commercially available roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line (on some
stainless steel cleaner. Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar models).
Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove rust, tarnish and After rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the
small blemishes. Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the
in the direction of the brush lines with a damp soft sponge. Do refrigerator.
not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.
Cleaning the Inside Light Bulb Replacement
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in To replace a burned-out bulb, unplug the refrigerator from
the fresh food and freezer compartments. its electrical outlet, unscrew the bulb when cool and replace
it with an appliance bulb of the same or lower wattage.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
Turning the control to the OFF position does not remove
If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge
power to the light circuit.
or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls.
8VHZDUPZDWHUDQGEDNLQJVRGDVROXWLRQ³DERXWD Preparing for Vacation
tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug
This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry. the refrigerator. Move the temperature control dial to the
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a thin layer of OFF position, and clean the interior with a baking soda
petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. This solution of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to one
helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of quart (1 liter) of water. Leave the doors open.
shape. Move the feeler arm to the STOP (up) position,or move the
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (on some models) with switch to the OFF position on the power switch model, and
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may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves carefully. ,IWKHWHPSHUDWXUHFDQGURSEHORZIUHH]LQJKDYHDTXDOL¿HG
Bumping tempered glass can cause it to shatter. servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to
Do not wash any plastic refrigerator parts in the SUHYHQWVHULRXVSURSHUW\GDPDJHGXHWRÀRRGLQJ
dishwasher. Preparing to Move
Condenser Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves and drawers by
taping them securely in place to prevent damage. Be sure
There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.
home operating environments. However, in environments
that may be particularly dusty or greasy, the condenser
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operation.
To clean the condenser, turn the
temperature control dial to OFF.
Sweep away or vacuum up dust.
For best results, use a brush
specially designed for this
purpose. It is available at most Cleaning the condenser coils.

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 Installation Instructions Models 16, 17, 18
If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca

BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEARANCES

Read these instructions completely and carefully. Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
‡ IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for connections.
local inspector’s use. ‡Sides 3/4” (19 mm)
‡ IMPORTANT – Observe all governing ‡7RS” (25 mm)
codes and ordinances. ‡%DFN” (50 mm)
‡ Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
‡ Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference. ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS
‡ 6NLOOOHYHO – Installation of this appliance requires Leveling legs near each front corner of the refrigerator
basic mechanical skills. DUHDGMXVWDEOH7KH\¿UPO\SRVLWLRQWKHUHIULJHUDWRUDQG
‡ &RPSOHWLRQWLPH – Refrigerator Installation prevent it from moving when the doors are opened.
15 minutes Leveling legs should be set so the front of the refrigerator
Reversing the Door Swing is raised just enough that the doors close easily when
1 hour opened about halfway.
‡ Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator,
‡ Product failure due to improper installation is not counterclockwise to lower it.
covered under the Warranty.
Rollers next to the leveling legs allow you to move the
refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.
Turn the legs counterclockwise until the weight of the
refrigerator is transferred from them to the rollers. After
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER (on rolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legs
some models) clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of the
refrigerator.
If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A water supply kit
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instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer,
by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com (in Canada
at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts and Accessories,
1.800.661.1616.

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
‡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.
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loaded.

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 Installation Instructions
1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available
WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of tubing in the following lengths:
you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are GE 6’ (1.8 m) – WX08X10006
SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10006, 15’ (4.6 m) – WX08X10015
WX08X10015 and WX08X10025).
25’ (7.6) m) – WX08X10025
When connecting your refrigerator to a GE Reverse Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8’ (2.4 m) as
Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation is described above.
with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water systems,
follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that
This water line installation is not warranted by the supplied in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits.
refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these Do not use any other plastic water supply line because
instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive the line is under pressure at all times. Certain types of
water damage. plastic will crack or rupture with age and
cause water damage to your home.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and ‡A GE water supply kit FRQWDLQLQJWXELQJVKXWRȺYDOYH
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to correct water hammer before installing the water your dealer or from Parts and Accessories.
supply line to the refrigerator. ‡A cold water supply. The water pressure must be
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4–8.1 bar).
the water line to the hot water line. ‡Power drill.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water ‡1/2” or adjustable wrench.
line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the OFF ‡Straight and Phillips
position (on power switch models) or the feeler arm is in blade screwdriver.
the STOP (up) position (on feeler arm models). ‡Two 1/4” outer diameter compression nuts and
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where 2 ferrules (sleeves)³WRFRQQHFW
temperatures fall below freezing. WKHFRSSHUWXELQJWRWKHVKXWRȺ
valve and the refrigerator water valve.
When using any electrical device (such as a power drill)
OR
during installation, be sure the device is double insulated
or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric ‡,I\RXDUHXVLQJD*(6PDUW&RQQHFW™ Refrigerator
shock, or is battery powered. 7XELQJNLWWKHQHFHVVDU\¿WWLQJVDUHSUHDVVHPEOHG
to the tubing.
All installations must be in accordance with local ‡,I\RXUH[LVWLQJFRSSHUZDWHUOLQHKDVDÀDUHG¿WWLQJ
plumbing code requirements. at the end, you will need an adapter (available at

WARNING! Connect to potable water plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the
refrigerator OR \RXFDQFXWRȺWKHÀDUHG¿WWLQJ
supply only. with a tube cutter and then use a compression
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Refrigerator tubing.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
‡Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit,
1/4” outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the
water supply. If using copper, be sure both ends of the ‡6KXWRȹYDOYH to connect to the cold water line.
tubing are cut square. 7KHVKXWRȺYDOYHVKRXOGKDYHDZDWHULQOHWZLWKD
To determine how much tubing you need: measure minimum inside diameter of 5/32” at the point of
the distance from the water valve on the back of the connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8’ (2.4 VKXWRȺYDOYHVDUHLQFOXGHGLQPDQ\ZDWHUVXSSO\NLWV
P%HVXUHWKHUHLVVXȻFLHQWH[WUDWXELQJDERXW’ [2.4 Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve
m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10” [25 cm] diameter) to complies with your local plumbing codes.
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation.

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 Installation Instructions
1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
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1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY 4 ROUTE THE TUBING

AND UNPLUG REFRIGERATOR Route the tubing between the cold water line and the
refrigerator.
Turn on the nearest faucet (counterclockwise) long
enough to clear the line of water. Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or
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as close to the wall as possible.
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2 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about 10” [25 cm]
Choose a location for the valve that is easily diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from
the wall after installation.
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect
into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection to
the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid 5 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
GUDZLQJRȺDQ\VHGLPHQWIURPWKHZDWHUSLSH Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for
copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect
Drill a 1/4” hole in the water pipe (even if using a self- LWWRWKHVKXWRȺYDOYH
piercing valve), using a sharp bit. Remove any burrs
Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve.
resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe. Take care
Tighten the compression nut securely.
not to allow water to drain into the drill. Failure to
drill a 1/4” hole may result in reduced ice production For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect™
or smaller cubes. Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the
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nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one additional
turn with a wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.
Compression
Nut
Saddle-Type
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Tubing

Packing Nut
3 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Outlet Valve Ferrule (sleeve)
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the pipe clamp. NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
begins to swell. Consult with your licensed plumber.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush the
tubing.
Washer 6 FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Pipe Clamp Inlet End
Turn the main water supply on (counterclockwise) and
Clamp ÀXVKRXWWKHWXELQJXQWLOWKHZDWHULVFOHDU
Screw
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the tubing.
Saddle-Type
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Water Pipe

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing

Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.

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 Installation Instructions
1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE 8 TURN THE WATER
REFRIGERATOR ON AT THE
NOTES: SHUTOFF VALVE
‡%HIRUHPDNLQJWKHFRQQHFWLRQWRWKHUHIULJHUDWRUEH Tighten any connections
sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into that leak.
the wall outlet.
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supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen
of the refrigerator’s water valve. Install it in the water 9 INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR
line near the refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect™ Plug in the refrigerator.
Refrigerator Tubing kit, you will need an additional tube
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Remove the access cover.

Arrange the coil of tubing so

that it does not vibrate against
the back of the refrigerator
5HPRYHWKHSODVWLFÀH[LEOH or against the wall. Push the
cap from the water valve refrigerator back to the wall.
(refrigerator connection).

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto

the end of the tubing as shown. On GE SmartConnect™
Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled
to the tubing.
10 START THE ICEMAKER
Insert the end of the tubing into the water valve
connection as far as possible. While holding the tubing, On slide switch models, set the icemaker power
WLJKWHQWKH¿WWLQJ switch to the 0N position. On feeler arm models,
move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position. The
For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect™ icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its
Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the
operating temperature of 15°F (–9°C) or below.
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It will then begin operation automatically.
nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one additional
turn with a wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.
Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to hold it in a Power
vertical position. You may need to pry open the clamp. switch
ON OFF

1/4” Tubing
Copper Clamp Power switch model
Tubing
1/4” Compression
Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)
Feeler Arm in the
SmartConnect™ STOP (up) position
Tubing
Refrigerator Connection Feeler Arm in
the ON (down) position
Reattach the access cover. Feeler arm model
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water
valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver enough
water to the icemaker.

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 Installation Instructions
2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT NOTES 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
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them in the wrong places.
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the doors.
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until door-swing reversal is completed.
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the hinges back to the right side, follow these same
instructions and reverse all references to left and right. 2.3 Lift the hinge straight up to free the hinge pin
from the socket in the top of the door and set it
aside, along with its screws.

Top Hinge
TOOLS REQUIRED

Phillips screwdriver Masking tape

2.4 Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the
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5/16” hex-head T20 or T25 Torxdriver

socket driver (needed for some
models)

5/16” open-end 2.5 Set the door on a non-scratching surface with the
Putty knife or thin- wrench outside up.
blade screwdriver

2.6 Transfer the 2 screws from the opposite side of

1 BEFORE YOU START
the cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the top
1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet. hinge removal.
1.2 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
compartment.

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do so could damage the door stop.

11
 Installation Instructions
2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.)
3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 3.5 Transfer the two screws from the opposite side of the
cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the center hinge
removal.
3.6 Transfer the washer (if your model has one) to the
opposite side.

3.2 Using a 5/16” hex-head socket screwdriver and a

5/16” open-end wrench, remove the two screws
holding the center hinge to the cabinet. Lift the 3.7 Take one of the screws removed in step 2 and start
center hinge to free its pin from the socket in the it in the outermost screw hole on the opposite side.
top of the door, and set hinge and screws aside. 'RQRWGULYHLWDOOWKHZD\GRZQ³OHDYHHQRXJKVSDFH
Be careful not to lose the center hinge spacer and under the screw head for thickness of the bracket.
washer.

4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE

3.3 Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the 4.1 Move the bottom hinge bracket and plastic washer from
cabinet. Lift the door from the pin in the bottom the right side to the left side.
hinge bracket. (If the plastic washer sticks to the door Plastic
bottom, put it back on the hinge.) Washer
Switch the hinge pin to the
opposite side of the bracket.

Hinge
Bracket

3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching surface.

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 Installation Instructions

4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE (CONT.) 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.)

5.1.3 Remove plug button from the top hinge hole on the
4.2 Interchange hinge and screws at top right with
left side of the door and insert it into the hole on the
screws at top left of cabinet. Do not tighten screws on
opposite side that was vacated by removal of the top
hinge side at this time.
hinge.
Plug Button

5.1.4 Pull the plug button from the front of the door and
Installing the hinge Installing the hinge transfer it to the opposite side.
on the left. on the right.
To reattach the
NOTES: handle on the
Plug Button opposite side.
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for installing the hinge depends on which side you
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the edge of the case for correct installation.

5.2 Transfer door stop

5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 5.2.1 Move the plastic door stop and screws from
the right side to the left side.
5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle
Plastic Door Stop
5.1.1 Remove the handle plug using a tape-tipped Right Side
putty knife under the edge, and remove the Left Side
screw underneath. Remove the two screws
holding the handle to the top of the door.

Top

5.3 Reinstall fresh food door handle

5.3.1 Attach the handle to the right side of the
Plug
door with screws at the top
and under the handle plug.
5.3.2 Reinstall the handle plug.

5.1.2 Remove the handle.

13
 Installation Instructions
2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) 6 RE-HANGING THE DOORS (CONT.)
5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle 6.1.2 Insert the pin on the center hinge into the socket in the
5.4.1 Remove the screw Top
TOP
top of the door. Place the spacer, then the washer, on
holding the handle the hinge pin. Hinge Pin
to the top of the NOTE: The center hinge must
door and the two be turned over as shown when
screws holding the mounted on the left side.
handle to the bottom Plastic Washer
of the door. and Spacer
5.4.2 Remove the handle.

6.1.3 Tilt the door toward the cabinet. As the door is brought
into position, slide the hinge under the head of the screw
which earlier had been partly driven into the outermost
hole. Insert the remaining screw, then tighten both
Bottom
BOTTOM
screws securely.

5.4.3 Remove the screw from the

right top edge of the door
and insert it into the handle
screw hole on the left side.

6.2 Re-hang the freezer door

6.2.1 Lower the freezer door
onto the center
hinge pin. Be sure Center Hinge
5.4.4 Transfer the door stop as shown in preceding Pin
the washer and
section 5.2.
spacer are in place
on the pin.

5.4.5 Attach the handle to the Plastic Washer

right edge of the door with and Spacer
screws at top and bottom,
using bottom holes vacated
by removal of the door stop
6.2.2 Tilt the door toward the cabinet, lifting the top hinge so
screws.
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6 RE-HANGING THE DOORS

6.1 Re-hang the fresh food door
6.1.1 Lower the fresh food door onto the
bottom hinge pin. Be sure the washer
is in place on the pin. 6.2.3. Make sure the door is slightly above the top of the
cabinet and the gap between the doors is even
across the front. Tighten the top hinge screws. Do not
overtighten these screws–tighten them until they are
Plastic
Washer just snug, then turn them another one-half turn.

Hinge
Bracket

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while it is operating.
a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer
„ You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. compartments. The fans are helping to maintain the correct
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator. temperatures.

CLICKS, POPS, WATER SOUNDS

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refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.
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„ A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice
when attempting to restart (this could take
melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.
up to 5 minutes).
Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure
„
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equalization.
defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
„ On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you
may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket. For additional information on normal icemaker
operating sounds, see the About the automatic
icemaker section.

Before you call for service…

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
operate Temperature control dial in OFF Move the temperature control dial to a temperature setting.
position.
Refrigerator is unplugged. Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
tripped.
Vibration or rattling (slight Roller screws or leveling legs need See Rollers and Leveling Legs.
vibration is normal) adjusting.
Fresh food or freezer Temperature control dial not set cold See About the temperature control dial.
compartment too warm enough.
Warm weather or frequent door Set the temperature control dial one step colder. See About
openings. the temperature control dial.
Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
Package blocking air duct in freezer Check to see if package is blocking air duct in freezer
compartment. compartment.

15
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Motor operates for long 1RUPDOZKHQUHIULJHUDWRULV¿UVW Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool
periods or cycles on and plugged in. down.
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refrigerators with more food are placed in refrigerator.
storage space and a larger Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
space and a larger freezer Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.
require more operating
time. They start and stop Temperature control dial set at the See About the temperature control dial.
often to maintain even coldest setting.
temperatures.) Grille and condenser need cleaning. See Care and cleaning.
Frost or ice crystals on frozen Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
food (frost within package Too frequent or too long door openings.
(frost within package is
normal)
Automatic icemaker does not Icemaker is not on. Move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position,or on the
work (on some models) power switch model, move the switch to the ON position
:DWHUVXSSO\WXUQHGRȹRUQRW See Installing the water line.
connected.
Freezer compartment too warm. Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool
down.
Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause Level cubes by hand.
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Frequent “buzzing” sound Icemaker is on but the water supply to Move the feeler arm to the STOP (up) position or move
the refrigerator has not been connected. the power switch to the OFF position. Keeping it on will
damage. the water valve.
Cubes too small :DWHUVKXWRȹYDOYHFRQQHFWLQJ Call the plumber to clear the valve.
refrigerator to water line may be
clogged.
Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
Temperature control dial not set cold See About the temperature control dial.
enough.
Frequent “buzzing” sound Icemaker is on but the water supply to Move the feeler arm to the STOP (up) position or move
the refrigerator has not been connected. the power switch to the OFF position. Keeping it on will
damage. the water valve.
Cubes too small :DWHUVKXWRȹYDOYHFRQQHFWLQJ Call the plumber to clear the valve.
refrigerator to water line may be
clogged.
Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.
Temperature control dial not set cold See About the temperature control dial.
enough.
Ice cubes have odor/taste Ice storage bin needs cleaning. Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
Food transmitting odor/taste to ice Wrap foods well.
cubes.
Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. See Care and cleaning.
Moisture forms on cabinet Not unusual during periods of high Wipe surface dry and reset temperature control dial one
surface between the doors humidity. setting colder.
Moisture collects inside (in Too frequent or too long door openings.
humid weather, air carries
moisture into refrigerator
when doors are opened)
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replace every three months.
Interior needs cleaning. See Care and cleaning.

16
 CUSTOMER WARRANTY
(for customers in Canada)
Your refrigerator is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship.

What is covered How Long Warranted Parts Labour

(From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace
at Mabe’s Option
Compressor GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE Profile: Five (5) Years
GE and All Other GE and All Other GE and All Other
Brands: One (1) Year Brands: One (1) Year Brands: One (1) Year
Sealed System (including GE Profile: Five (5) Years GE Profile: Five (5) Years GE Profile: Five (5) Years
evaporator, condenser GE and All Other GE and All Other GE and All Other
tubing and refrigerant) Brands: One (1) Year Brands: One (1) Year Brands: One (1) Year
All Other Parts One (1) Year One (1) Year One (1) Year

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

This warranty applies only for single family domestic use in ‡2ZQHULVUHVSRQVLEOHWRSD\IRUVHUYLFHFDOOVUHODWHGWRSURGXFW
Canada when the Refrigerator has been properly installed installation and/or teaching how to use the product.
according to the instructions supplied by Mabe and is ‡'DPDJHWR¿QLVKPXVWEHUHSRUWHGZLWKLQKRXUVIROORZLQJ
connected to an adequate and proper utility service. the delivery of the appliance.
Damage due to abuse, accident, commercial use, and ‡'DPDJHWR¿QLVKLQFOXGLQJUXVWWDUQLVKRUVPDOOEOHPLVKHV
alteration or defacing of the serial plate cancels all obligations after delivery.
of this warranty. ‡,PSURSHULQVWDOODWLRQ³SURSHULQVWDOODWLRQLQFOXGHVDGHTXDWH
air circulation to the refrigeration system, adequate electrical,
Service during this warranty period must be performed by an plumbing and other connecting facilities.
Authorized Mabe Service Agent. ‡5HSODFHPHQWRIKRXVHIXVHVRUUHVHWWLQJRIFLUFXLWEUHDNHUV
Neither Mabe nor the Dealer is liable for any claims or ‡5HSODFHPHQWRIOLJKWEXOEV
damages resulting from failure of the Refrigerator or from ‡'DPDJHWRSURGXFWFDXVHGE\DFFLGHQW¿UHÀRRGVRUDFWVRI
service delays beyond their reasonable control. God.
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original Bill of Sale. Components repaired or replaced are ‡3URSHUXVHDQGFDUHRISURGXFWDVOLVWHGLQWKHRZQHU·V
warranted through the remainder of the original warranty manual, proper setting of controls.
period only. ‡3URGXFWQRWDFFHVVLEOHWRSURYLGHUHTXLUHGVHUYLFH
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any DAMAGES.
succeeding owner for products purchased for home use ‡)DLOXUHRIWKHSURGXFWLILWLVDEXVHGPLVXVHGRUXVHGIRURWKHU
within Canada. In home warranty service will be provided in than the intended purpose or used commercially.
areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe ‡3URGXFWVZKLFKDUHQRWGHIHFWLYHEURNHQRUZKLFKDUH
to provide. working as described in the Owner’s Manual.
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purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

IMPORTANT
Keep this warranty and your bill of sale as proof of original purchase and purchase date.
Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.

Mabe Service is available coast to coast. If further help is

needed concerning this warranty, contact: Staple your receipt here.
Manager, Consumer Relations Proof of the original purchase
Mabe Canada Inc., Consumer Service date is needed to obtain service
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310 under the warranty.
Moncton, New Brunswick E1C 9M3
1.800.561.3344
17
Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States)
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here.
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule Proof of the original purchase
service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or date is needed to obtain
call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Please have serial number and service under the warranty.
model number available when calling for service.

For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:

GE and GE PROFILE MODELS:
One Year Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and
original purchase related service to replace the defective part.
Thirty Days Any part RIWKHZDWHU¿OWHUFDUWULGJHZKLFKIDLOVGXHWRDGHIHFWLQPDWHULDOVRUZRUNPDQVKLS
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purchase date of
the refrigerator
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Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator
*(3UR¿OHPRGHOVRQO\ and all connecting tubing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the During this OLPLWHG¿YH\HDUVHDOHGUHIULJHUDWLQJV\VWHPZDUUDQW\GE will also provide,
original purchase free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part in the sealed
refrigerating system.

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„ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the „ Products which are not defective, broken, or which are
product. working as described in the Owner’s Manual.
„ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. „ 5HSODFHPHQWRIWKHZDWHU¿OWHUFDUWULGJHLILQFOXGHGGXH
„ Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for WRZDWHUSUHVVXUHWKDWLVRXWVLGHWKHVSHFL¿HGRSHUDWLQJ
other than the intended purpose or used commercially. range or due to excessive sediment in the
water supply.
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following delivery of the appliance.
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blemishes, after delivery.
„ Product not accessible to provide required service.

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this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for
home use within the USA. 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 excludes the cost of shipping or service calls
to your home.
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Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day,
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In Canada, contact: Manager, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.
Suite 310, 1 Factory Lane
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3

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Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while your warranty is still
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Services will still be there after your warranty expires. In Canada, call 1.888.261.2133.
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA,
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1.800.626.2002 during normal business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause
unsafe operation.
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe service center, or call 1.800.661.1616.

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