Installation RefrigeratorInstructions Models 20, 21, 22 and 23Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.comIn Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.caBEFORE YOU BEGINRead these instructions completely and carefully.• IMPORTANT ³ Save these instructionsfor local inspector’s use.• IMPORTANT ³ Observe all governingcodes and ordinances.• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave theseinstructions with the Consumer.• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions forfuture reference.• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requiresbasic mechanical skills.• Completion time – Refrigerator Installation20 minutesWater Line Installation30 minutes• Proper installation is the responsibility of theinstaller.• Product failure due to improper installation is notcovered under the Warranty.PREPARATIONMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR INDOORSIf the refrigerator will not fit through a doorway,the refrigerator door and freezer drawer can beremoved.• To remove the refrigerator door, see Step 1 inthe Reversing the Door Swing section.• To remove the freezer drawer, see the Removingthe Freezer Drawer section.WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER ANDDISPENSER (ON SOME MODELS)If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will haveto be connected to a cold water line. A GE watersupply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittingsand instructions) is available at extra cost from yourdealer, by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com (in Canada at www.GEAppliances.ca) or fromParts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada1.800.661.1616).TOOLS YOU MAY NEEDAdjustable Wrench1/4” Outer DiameterCompression Nutand Ferrule (sleeve)(icemaker models only)Phillips Head Screwdriver153/8”and 5/16” SocketRatchet/Driver3/32”, 1/8” and 3/16”AllenwrenchesPencil1/8” Drill Bit andElectric or Hand DrillTape measure1/4” Nut DriverWire Cutters Level