Consumer SupportTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions InstallationInstructionsAbout the temperature controls. ge.comNOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls. If this film was notremoved during installation, remove it now.The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37°F (3°C)for the refrigerator compartment and 0°F (-18°C) for the freezercompartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilizeto the preset recommended settings.Refrigerator temperatures can be adjusted between 34°F and 46°F(1°C to 8°C), and the freezer temperatures can be adjusted between–6°F and 8°F (–21°C to –13°C).To change the Refrigerator temperature:LCD Models:Access By: Home > RefrigeratorActivate By: Using the arrows to select the desiredtemperature. You must press ENTER to set the newtemperature.To change the Freezer temperature:Access By: Home > FreezerActivate By: Using the arrows to select the desiredtemperature. You must press ENTER to set the newtemperature.Once the desired temperature has been set, the display willreturn to the HOME screen and show the set temperaturesunderneath the actual temperature display for severalseconds. Several adjustments may be required. Each time youadjust the controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reachthe temperature you have set.Non-LCD Models:To change the temperature, press and release the FREEZERTEMP/FRIDGE TEMP pad. The SET light will come on andthe display will show the set temperature. To change thetemperature, tap either the or pad until the desiredtemperature is displayed.Once the desired temperature has been set, the temperaturedisplay will return to the actual refrigerator and freezertemperatures after 5 seconds. Several adjustments may berequired. Each time you adjust the controls, allow 24 hoursfor the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.The temperature controls can display both the SET temperatureas well as the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer.The actual temperature may vary slightly from the SET temperaturebased on usage and operating environment.Turning the cooling system off:LCD models: Turning the cooling system OFF stops cooling in boththe freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut offelectrical power to the refrigerator.LCD Models:Access By: Home > Options > Information and Settings >Cooling System OffTo turn the cooling system back on, press the touch screenand press the ON button.Activate By: Pressing ENTER.Non-LCD Models:Press and release the FREEZER TEMP/FRIDGE TEMP pad.Press to set freezer temperature to 5. The display willshow OFF. To turn the unit back on, press the FREEZERTEMP/FRIDGE TEMP pad. Press to set the freezer andrefrigerator temperatures to the preset points of 0°F (-18°C)for the freezer and 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator.When the unit is turned back on, it will take up to 24 hoursto stabilize.The Performance Air Flow System is designedto maximize temperature control in the refrigerator andfreezer compartments. This unique special feature consistsof the Air Tower along the back wall of the refrigerator andthe Air Tunnel on the bottom portion of the freezer rear wall.Placing food in front of the louvers on these components willnot affect performance. Although the Air Tower and the AirTunnel can be removed, doing so will affect temperatureperformance. (For removal instructions, on-line, contactus at ge.com or call 800.GE.CARES. In Canada, contact usat GEAppliances.ca or call 1.800.561.3344.)Performance Air Flow System5LCD models Non-LCD modelsNot all features are on all models. Your controls will look like one of the following:>>>>