GE 16 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Installation Instructions Models 15, 16, 188BEFORE YOU BEGINRead these instructions completely and carefully.• IMPORTANT – Save these instructions forlocal inspector’s use.• IMPORTANT – Observe all governingcodes and ordinances.• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave theseinstructions with the Consumer.• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructionsfor future reference.• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requiresbasic mechanical skills.• Completion time – Refrigerator Installation15 minutesReversing the Door Swing15 minutes• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.• Product failure due to improper installation is notcovered under the Warranty.• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperaturewill go below 55°F (12.7°C) because it will not run oftenenough to maintain proper temperatures.• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperaturewill go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not performproperly.• Do not install the refrigerator in a location exposed towater (rain, etc.) or direct sunlight.,QVWDOOLWRQDÀRRUVWURQJHQRXJKWRVXSSRUWLWIXOO\loaded.REFRIGERATOR LOCATIONAllow the following clearances for ease of installation,proper air circulation and plumbing and electricalconnections.• Sides 3/4” (19 mm)• Top 1” (25 mm)• Back 2” (50 mm)CLEARANCESLeveling legs near each front corner of the refrigeratorDUHDGMXVWDEOH7KH\¿UPO\SRVLWLRQWKHUHIULJHUDWRUDQGprevent it from moving when the doors are opened.Leveling legs should be set so the front of the refrigeratoris raised just enough that the doors close easily whenopened about halfway.Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the refrigerator,counterclockwise to lower it.Rollers next to the leveling legs allow you to move therefrigerator away from the wall for cleaning.Turn the legs counterclockwise until the weight of therefrigerator is transferred from them to the rollers. Afterrolling the refrigerator back into place, turn the legsclockwise until the legs again bear the weight of therefrigerator.ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS,IWKHUHIULJHUDWRUKDVDQLFHPDNHURUDXWR¿OOSLWFKHULWwill have to be connected to a cold water line. A waterVXSSO\NLW FRQWDLQLQJFRSSHUWXELQJVKXWRȺYDOYH¿WWLQJVDQGLQVWUXFWLRQV LVDYDLODEOHDWH[WUDFRVWIURPyour dealer, by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com(in Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts andAccessories, 1.877.959.8688. See instructions Installingthe Water Line.WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICE MAKER ORAUTOFILL PITCHER (on some models )If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.comIn Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca