Consumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions Installation Instructions5About the temperature controls. ge.comWARMERCOLDERADJUST REFRIGERATOR TEMP9 IS COLDESTWARMERCOLDERADJUST FREEZER TEMP9 IS COLDESTThe temperature controls are preset in the factory at 5 for boththe refrigerator and freezer compartments. Allow 24 hours for thetemperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.Several adjustments may be required. Each time you adjustcontrols, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the settingyou have selected.Setting either or both controls to 0 stops cooling in both the freezerand refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical powerto the refrigerator.Control settings will vary based on personal preferences, usage andoperating conditions and may require more than one adjustment.NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering thetemperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation,remove it now.The Performance Air Flow System is designed to maximize temperature control in the refrigerator andfreezer compartments. This unique special feature consists of the Air Tower along the back wall of therefrigerator and the Air Tunnel on the bottom portion of the freezer rear wall. Placing food in front of thelouvers on these components will not affect performance. Although the Air Tower and the Air Tunnel canbe removed, doing so will affect temperature performance. (For removal instructions, on-line, 24 hours aday, contact us at ge.com or call 800.GE.CARES. In Canada, contact us at www.geappliances.ca or call1.800.361.3400.)Performance Air Flow System