GE GTH20SBBSS Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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Preparing to MoveSecure all loose items such as shelvesand drawers by taping them securelyin place to prevent damage.When using a hand truck to move therefrigerator, do not rest the front or backof the refrigerator against the hand truck.This could damage the refrigerator. Handleonly from the sides of the refrigerator.Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright positionduring moving.For long vacations or absences, removefood and unplug the refrigerator.Clean the interior with a baking sodasolution of one tablespoon (15 g) ofbaking soda to one quart (1 liter) of water.Leave the doors open.Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off)position and shut off the water supply tothe refrigerator.If the room temperature can drop belowfreezing, have a qualified servicer drain thewater supply system (on some models) toprevent serious property damage due to flooding.9geappliances.comBehind the RefrigeratorBe careful when moving the refrigeratoraway from the wall. All types of floorcoverings can be damaged, particularlycushioned coverings and those withembossed surfaces.Pull the refrigerator straight out and returnit to position by pushing it straight in.Moving the refrigerator in a side directionmay result in damage to the floor coveringor refrigerator.When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure youdon’t roll over the power cord or icemaker supplyline (on some models).Preparing for VacationConsumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions Installation InstructionsCare and cleaning of the refrigerator.Cleaning the OutsideThe door handles and trim. Clean with acloth dampened with soapywater. Dry witha soft cloth.Do not use wax on the doorhandles and trim.Keep the outside clean. Wipe witha cleancloth lightly dampened with kitchenappliance wax or mildliquid dish detergent.Dry and polishwith a clean, soft cloth.Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soileddish cloth or wet towel. These may leavea residue that can erode the paint.Do not use scouring pads, powderedcleaners, bleach or cleaners containingbleach because these products can scratchand weaken the paint finish.The stainless steel panels and doorhandles. Stainless steel (on some models)can be cleaned with a commerciallyavailable stainless steel cleaner. A spray-onstainless steel cleaner works best.Do not use appliance wax or polishon the stainless steel.Cleaning the InsideTo help prevent odors, leave an open box ofbaking soda in the refrigerator and freezercompartments.Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.If this is not practical, wring excess moistureout of sponge or cloth when cleaningaround switches, lights or controls.Use warm water and baking soda solution -about a tablespoon (15 g) of baking sodato a quart (1 liter) of water. This both cleansand neutralizes odors. Thoroughly rinse andwipe dry.After cleaning the door gaskets,apply a thinlayer of petroleumjelly to the door gasketsat the hinge side.This helps keep the gasketsfromsticking and bending out of shape.Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hotwater because the extreme temperaturedifference may cause them to break.Handle glass shelves carefully. Bumpingtempered glass can cause it to shatter.Do not wash any plastic refrigerator partsin the dishwasher.