GE 22 Owners And Installation Manual

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13Installation RefrigeratorInstructions Models 22 and 25CLEARANCESAllow the following clearances for ease of installation,proper air circulation and plumbing and electricalconnections.• Sides 1/8″ (4 mm)• Top 1″ (25 mm)• Back 1″ (25 mm)If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side, allowa 1/8″ (3 mm) door clearance.REFRIGERATOR LOCATION• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperaturewill go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not runoften enough to maintain proper temperatures.• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperaturewill go above 100°F (37°C) because it will notperform properly.• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fullyloaded.WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER(ON SOME MODELS)If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to beconnected to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit(containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings andinstructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer,by visiting our Website at www.GEAppliances.com (inCanada at www.geappliances.ca) or from Parts andAccessories, 800.626.2002 (in Canada 1.888.261.3055).ROLLERSThe rollers have 3 purposes: Rollers adjust so the doors close on their own whenopened about 45°. Rollers adjust so the refrigerator is firmly positionedon the floor and does not wobble. Rollers allow you to move the refrigerator away fromthe wall for cleaning.To adjust the rollers:Remove the base grille bypositioning hands as shown.Rotate the bottom of thegrille outward until the clipssnap out.Pull the grille away from therefrigerator.Using a screwdriver, turnthe two front roller adjustingscrews clockwise to raisethe refrigerator,counterclockwise to lower it.Replace the grille so thenotch in the grille will fitaround the bottom doorhinge.Tilt the top of the grilletoward the refrigerator andinsert the long metal clipsinto the top of the ovalopenings at the bottom ofthe refrigerator.Rotate the bottom of the grille towardthe refrigerator until it snaps into place.BEFORE YOU BEGINRead these instructions completely and carefully.• IMPORTANT – Save theseinstructions for local inspector’s use.• IMPORTANT – Observe allgoverning codes 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 minutes• Proper installation is the responsibilityof the installer.• Product failure due to improper installationis not covered under the Warranty.Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.comIn Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca