PDCF 1 NBW

GE Consumer & Industrial
Technical Service Guide

October 2007
Profile Bottom Mount

Refrigerators
PDCF1NBW
PDCS1NBW
PDSF5NBW
PDSS5NBW
PFCF1NFW
PFCF1NJW
PFCS1NFW
PFCS1NJW
PFIC1NFW
PFSF5NFW
PFSF5NJW
PFSS5NFW
PFSS5NJW
31-9154
9154
GE Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The information in this service guide is intended for use by
individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical,
electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a
major ap pli ance may result in personal injury and property
damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the
interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in
connection with its use.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing
this prod uct . If electrical power is required for diagnosis or test
purposes, disconnect the power immediately after performing the
necessary checks.
RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES

If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to
complete a path to ground are removed for service, they must be
returned to their original position and properly fastened.
GE Consumer & Industrial

Technical Service Guide
Copyright 2007
All rights reserved. This service guide may not be reproduced in whole or in part
in any form without written permission from the General Electric Company.
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Table of Contents
Airflow..................................................................................................................................................................................32
Anti-Tip Floor Bracket (on 21 ft. models) ............................................................................................................. 9
Articulating Door Mullion (French Door Models) .............................................................................................49
Components .....................................................................................................................................................................33
Components Locator Views ......................................................................................................................................26
Condenser Fan ................................................................................................................................................................39
Control Board Connector Locator ..........................................................................................................................28
Control Diagnostics Using the Temperature Display ....................................................................................53
Control Features .............................................................................................................................................................20
Defrost Cycle....................................................................................................................................................................25
Defrost Heater .................................................................................................................................................................46
Dispenser Lock ................................................................................................................................................................25
Drawer Closure Mechanisms ...................................................................................................................................52
EMI Filter .............................................................................................................................................................................52
Evacuation and Charging Procedure ...................................................................................................................31
Evaporator ........................................................................................................................................................................43
Evaporator Fan ...............................................................................................................................................................38
Freezer Drawer Handle ..............................................................................................................................................15
Freezer Shelves and Baskets ....................................................................................................................................36
Fresh Food and Freezer Light Thermostats .......................................................................................................38
Fresh Food Crispers and Pans .................................................................................................................................35
Fresh Food Damper ......................................................................................................................................................48
Fresh Food Door Handle ............................................................................................................................................12
Fresh Food Shelves and Bins ....................................................................................................................................33
Icemaker Fill Tube Heater ..........................................................................................................................................46
Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Inverter ...............................................................................................................................................................................41
Inverter Compressor.....................................................................................................................................................42
Liner Protection Mode..................................................................................................................................................25
Nomenclature.................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Refrigeration Components ........................................................................................................................................30
Refrigeration System ...................................................................................................................................................30
Removing and Installing Double Doors (Some Models) ...............................................................................16
Removing and Installing the Freezer Drawer (Some Models) ..................................................................18
Replacing Evaporator Using the Brazing Method...........................................................................................47
Return Duct Heaters .....................................................................................................................................................46
Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only) .........................................................13
Schematic..........................................................................................................................................................................55
Technical Data ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Thermistors .......................................................................................................................................................................37
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................................................53
Warranty ...........................................................................................................................................................................56
Water Dispenser and Interface ...............................................................................................................................50
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Introduction
*The new Profile Bottom Mount Refrigerators have the following features:
Available in 21 and 25 cubic foot capacity with fresh food single or french door configurations.
Icemaker ready or factory installed icemaker.
French door models feature optional filtered external water dispenser.
Two coil water tanks provide added

storage volume with increased
surface area for quick temperature
recovery.
ENERGY STAR, variable speed

inverter compressor and fans for all
models.
Up front, electronic touch

temperature controls with digital
temperature display.
An external "air" thermistor changes

the control setting based on ambient
condition to keep the fresh food and
freezer at the correct temperature.
Damper/air inlet assembly in the
fresh food section creates more
usable space on the top shelf.
An articulating door mullion attached

to the right side door (french door
models), provides a movable center
mullion that maximizes access to the
fresh food compartment.
Two self closing freezer drawer
cam and lever mechanisms that automatically pull the drawer shut when it's within 1 inch of the closed
position.
Anti-tip kit will be required for 21 cu. ft. models.
BrightSpace Interior with GE Reveal Lighting.
Available in white, black, bisque, or stainless finish.
Trim kits are available that allow adding decorator or wood panels to match kitchen cabinets.
New nomenclature, (PDSF5NBWABB instead of PDSF25NBWABB). Cubic foot volume previously specified
as 25, now shows as only 5.
* Features may vary by model.
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Nomenclature
PFCS1NJWASS
Exterior Color
Brand/Product WW - White on White
P - Profile BB - Black on Black
CC - Bisque on Bisque
Configuration SS - Stainless Steel
BV - Black IT
D - Drawer WV - White IT
F - French Door
Engineering
Style A - Initial Design
S - Standard Depth B - First Revision
C - Custom Style C - Second Revision
I - Custom Style Installed Trim Etc.
Exterior Model Year

C - Color W - 2007
F - High Gloss
L - Laminate (Cleansteel) Ice/Water
M - Metallic B - Icemaker Ready
S - Stainless F - 1 Year Filter
W - Wrapped J - External Dispenser
- Water only
Capacity
1 - 21 Cubic Foot
5 - 25 Cubic Foot Feature Pack
H - Upgrade Glass Shelves
I - Deluxe Glass Shelves
K - Spill Proof, Glass Shelves
L - Spill Proof, Slideout
M - Spill Proof, Slideout, Quickspace
N - Spill Proof, Slideout, F/W Meat Pan
The nomenclature plate is located on the upper
right wall of the fresh food compartment. It
contains the following information:
Serial Number
Nomenclature The first two numbers of the serial number
Model and Serial
identify the month and year of manufacture.
Number
Example: AM123456S = January, 2007
Minimum Installation
Clearances
A - JAN 2007 - M
Electrical Voltage, D - FEB 2006 - L
Frequency F - MAR 2005 - H The letter designating
Maximum Amperage G - APR 2004 - G the year repeats every
Rating H - MAY 2003 - F 12 years.
Refrigerant Charge L - JUN 2002 - D
and Type M - JUL 2001 - A Example:
R - AUG 2000 - Z T - 1974
S - SEP 1999 - V T - 1986
T - OCT 1998 - T T - 1998
V - NOV 1997 - S
Mini-Manual Location Z - DEC 1996 - R
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Technical Data
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Installation
Trim Kits and Decorator Panels
For panel required models

Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Before You Begin

Some models are equipped with trim kits that allow you to install door panels. You can order
pre-cut black or white decorator panels from GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002, or you can
add wood panels to match your kitchen cabinets.
Panels less than 1/4 (6 mm) thick
When installing wood panels less than 1/4 (6 mm) thick, you need to create a filler panel, such as 1/8
cardboard, that will fit between the face of the door and the wood panel. If you are installing the pre-cut
decorator panels, pre-cut filler panels are included in the kit. The combined thickness of the decorator
or wood panel and the filler panel should be 11/32 (8.7 mm) with the panel itself being no larger than
1/4 (6 mm).
Panels 1/4 thick or less
1/4 max
The handle and the top and bottom trim stand in front of the surface of the door, which requires that the
filler be smaller in length and width than the panel. Use the guidelines below and tape the filler onto the
back of the panel.
Left Fresh Food Door Right Fresh Food Door
Filler Filler
3/4 (19 mm) 3/4 (19 mm)
3/4 (19 mm) 3/4 (19 mm)

2 1/2 (63.5 mm) 2 1/2 (63.5 mm)
Panel Panel
Freezer Door
Filler
3/4 (19 mm)
2 1/2 (63.5 mm)
Panel
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3/4 (19 mm) or Raised Panel
A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1/4 (6 mm) thick backing, or a 3/4 (19 mm) routed board
can be used. The raised portion of the panel must be fabricated to permit clearances of at least 2 (5.1 cm)
from the handle side for fingertip clearance.
Panels thicker than 1/4 (6 mm), up to 3/4 (19 mm) max., will require that the outer 5/16 (8 mm) of
panel perimeter be no thicker than 1/4 (6 mm).
Weight limitations for custom panels:
Fresh Food 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) max. for each door
Freezer Door 18 lbs. (8 kg) max.
Panels thicker than 1/4 (6 mm) 1/4 (6 mm)
Thick Backing
5/16 (8 mm)
2 (5.1 cm)
Clearance
Handle Side
1/4 (6 mm) max 3/4
(19 mm)
Appearance
Panel Refrigerator
3/4 (19 mm) Door
Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels

1/8 1/8
Left Fresh Food Door (3 mm) (3 mm) Right Fresh Food Door
1/4 1/4
(6 mm) (6 mm)
5/16 (8 mm) 2 (51 mm) 2 (51 mm) 5/16 (8 mm)

minimum at minimum at minimum at minimum at
1/4 (6 mm) 1/4 (6 mm) 1/4 (6 mm) 1/4 (6 mm)
thickness thickness thickness thickness
Top, left and Handle side Top, left and
bottom Handle side bottom
28 15/16 28 15/16
(73.5 cm) (73.5 cm)
Raised portion Raised portion
of panel of panel
1/8 1/8
(3 mm) (3 mm)
16 29/32 (42.9 cm) 16 29/32 (42.9 cm)
1/4 1/4
(6 mm) (6 mm)
2 (51 mm) minimum at
1/4 (6 mm) thickness Freezer Door
Handle side
5/16 (8 mm) minimum
at 1/4 (6 mm) thickness 26 3/32
Left, right and (66.3 cm)
bottom sides Raised
portion
of panel
35 29/32 (91.2 cm)

1/8 1/8
(3 mm) (3 mm)
16 1/4
(6 mm)
1/4
(6 mm)
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POWER CORD
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
Do not install the refrigerator where the
a 3-prong (grounding) plug, which mates with a temperature will go below 60F (16C) because it
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize will not run often enough to maintain proper
the possibility of electric shock hazard from this temperatures.
appliance. Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go above 100F (37C) because it
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a will not perform properly.
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully
properly grounded. loaded.
If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it is your

personal responsibility and obligation to have it
CLEARANCES
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
outlet. connections.
Standard Depth Counter Depth
WARNING: Do not, under any circumstances, cut Models Models
or remove the third (ground) prong from the power Sides 1/8 (3 mm) 1/8 (3 mm)
cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be Top 1 (25 mm) 1 (25 mm)
properly grounded. Back 1 (25 mm) 1/2 (13 mm)
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its

own individual electrical outlet, which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
Anti-Tip Floor Bracket (on 21 ft. models)
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED (not included)
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.
However, if you must use an extension cord, it is

absolutely necessary that the extension cord be: Lag Bolts Anchor Sleeves
UL-listed (in the United States) or CSA-listed (in Drill Bit Appropriate for Anchors
Canada). For Anti-Tip Bracket Mounted on CONCRETE Floors Only
A 3-wire grounding type appliance extension
cord having a grounding type plug and outlet.
A cord with an electrical rating of 15 amperes TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

(minimum) and 120 volts.
3/8 and 5/16 Socket

Ratchet/Driver
1/8 Drill Bit and
Electric or Hand Drill
Pencil
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Tape Measure
Level

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WARNING 2 LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP
FLOOR BRACKET
A Place the anti-tip floor bracket locator
template (included inside the anti-tip kit)
onto the floor up against the rear wall,
Under certain circumstances, this refrigerator within W, and in line with the desired
can tip forward. location of the RH side of the refrigerator
(see Figure 1).
Injury to persons can result.
Install Anti-Tip Bracket packed with this Figure 1 Installation Overview
refrigerator. 2 Wall Holes
Floor Concrete Floor
(2 Holes) Bracket
Floor Wood to Install
1 MEASURE CABINET OPENING (2 Holes) RH Holes
AVAILABLE VS. REFRIGERATOR
714
WIDTH
Rear RH
Measure width of cabinet opening where Corner of
Base
refrigerator will be placed, W. Bracket Cabinet Wall
Be sure to account for any countertop on the RH Side of Locator
Refrigerator Refrigerator Template Sheet
overhang, baseboard thickness and any
clearance desired. Width, W, should not B Place the anti-tip floor bracket onto the
be less than 36 inches. The refrigerator
locator template with its RH floor holes
will be placed approximately in the
lined up with the floor holes indicated
middle of this opening.
on the template sheet, approximately 714
Baseboard
from the edge of the sheet or the RH side
Rear Wall Thickness
or Countertop of the refrigerator.
Overhang C Hold down in position and use the anti-tip
W (Whichever floor bracket as a template for marking
Is Greater) the holes based upon your configuration
Plus Any and type of construction as shown in Step
Desired
3. Mark the hole locations with a pencil,
Clearance
REFRIGERATOR nail or awl.
RH Side
NOTE:
It is REQUIRED to use at least 2 screws
Front to mount the floor bracket (one on each
side of the anti-tip floor bracket). Both
must be into either the wall or the floor.
Figure 2 indicates all the acceptable
mounting configurations for screws.
Identify the screw holes on the anti-tip
floor bracket for your configuration.

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2 LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP B CONCRETE Wall and Floor Construction:
FLOOR BRACKET (cont.) Anchors required (not provided):
4 each 1/4 x 1 1/2 lag bolts
Figure 2 Acceptable Screw 4 each 1/2 O.D. sleeve anchors
Placement Locations Drill the recommended size holes for
the anchors into the concrete at the
Preferred Installation Preferred Installation center of the holes marked in Step 2.
Wood Concrete
Install the sleeve anchors into the drilled
holes. Place the anti-tip floor bracket as
indicated in Step 2. Remove the locator
template from the floor.
Install the lag bolts through the anti-tip
floor bracket and tighten appropriately.
Minimum Acceptable #1 Minimum Acceptable #2 C WOOD Wall and TILE Floor Construction:
Wall Plate Stud Wood Floor For this special case, locate the 2 wall
holes identified in Fig. 1. Drill an angled
1/8 pilot hole (approx. as shown in
Fig. 3) in the center of each hole.
Mount the anti-tip floor bracket using
the Minimum Acceptable Installation #1,
as illustrated in Fig. 2.
Minimum Acceptable #3
Concrete Floor
4 POSITIONING THE REFRIGERATOR
TO ENGAGE THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR
AND BASE BRACKETS
A Before pushing the refrigerator into the
opening, plug the power cord into the
receptacle and connect waterline (if
equipped). Check for leaks.
3 ANTI-TIP BRACKET INSTALLATION
B Locate the refrigerators RH side and
A WOOD Wall and Floor Construction: move back approximately in line with the
Drill the appropriate number of 1/8 RH side of the cabinet opening, W. This
pilot holes in the center of each floor should position the anti-tip floor bracket
bracket hole being used (a nail or awl to engage the anti-tip base bracket on the
may be used if a drill is not available) refrigerator.
AND remove the locator template from C Gently roll the refrigerator back into
the floor. the cabinet opening until it comes
Mount the anti-tip floor bracket by to a complete stop. Check to see if
fastening the 2, or preferably 4, #10-16 the refrigerator front lines up with the
hex-head screws tightly into place as cabinet front face. If not, carefully rock
illustrated in Figure 3. the refrigerator forward and backward
until engagement occurs and you notice
Figure 3 Attachment to that the refrigerator is fully pushed up
Wall and Floor against the rear wall.
D OPTIONAL: Adjust the rear (and front)
2 Screws Floor Wall wheel height settings to fully engage the
Rear RH Must Enter Bracket
Corner of the Wood or
rear anti-tip brackets, while also aligning
Refrigerator Metal Stud the refrigerator front with the cabinet
Wall front face.
Plate
Stud
NOTE:
Floor If you pull the refrigerator out and away from
the wall for any reason, make sure the anti-tip
floor bracket is engaged when the refrigerator
is pushed back against the rear wall.
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Fresh Food Door Handle
16 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD 2

8 ATTACH THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR HANDLE DOOR HANDLE
(For placement in the installation location or Stainless steel handle:
reversal of the handles on some models) A Attach the handle
Stainless steel (on some models): to the handle
mounting A
A REMOVING
THE DOOR fasteners and
HANDLE: Loosen tighten the set
the set screws screws with a
with the 3/32 3/32 Allen
Allen wrench wrench. Mounting
Badge NOTE: For Double
and remove A Fasteners
the handle. NOTE: Door models
For Double Door follow the same
models follow the procedure on the
same procedure opposite door.
B
on the opposite
door. (appearance may vary)
Mounting
Fasteners Plastic handle:
A Attach the handle to the handle mounting
(appearance may vary)
fasteners by aligning the slots with the handle
mounting fasteners.
Plastic handle (on some models):
A REMOVING THE DOOR HANDLE: Depress the Slide it down until it is firmly locked into
tab on the underside of the handle and slide position.
the handle up and off of the mounting
fasteners.
REVERSING
THE DOOR
HANDLE (on A
some models): B
Remove
Badge
the handle
mounting
fasteners with Slots on back
a 1/4 Allen A
of handle
wrench and
transfer the Mounting Mounting
handle fasteners
Fasteners
mounting
fasteners to
the right side. (appearance may vary)
Remove the A
logo badge.
Remove and transfer the plug button to
the left side of the fresh food door. NOTE:
Use a flat plastic edge to prevent damaging
the door. Remove any adhesive on the door
with a mild detergent. Remove the paper
covering on the adhesive backing on the logo (appearance may vary)
badge prior to carefully attaching the badge
to the door.
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Reversing the Door Swing (Single Door Refrigerator Models only)
IMPORTANT NOTES 1 REMOVE THE

When reversing the door swing: REFRIGERATOR DOOR
NOTE: Door swing is not reversible on stainless A Tape the door shut with masking tape.
steel models.
Read the instructions all the way through
before starting.
Parts are included in the door hinge kit.
Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching
paint.
Set screws down by their related parts to
avoid using them in the wrong places.
Provide a non-scratching work surface for B Remove the hinge cover on top of the
the doors. refrigerator door by removing the Phillips
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the head screws and pulling it up.
cabinet until door-swing reversal is completed. C Using a 5/16 socket ratchet/driver,
These instructions are for changing the hinges remove the bolts securing the top hinge to
from the right side to the left sideif you ever the cabinet. Then lift the hinge straight up
want to change the hinges back to the right side, to free the hinge pin from the socket in
follow these same instructions and reverse all the top of the door.
references to left and right.
Once door swing is finalized, ensure
the logo badge is properly aligned and
permanently secured to the door by removing
the adhesive cover on the back side.
NOTE: A replacement logo badge is included
Hinge Cover
in the hinge kit.
Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
compartment.
Top Hinge
MAY NEED
TOOLS YOU WILL
D Remove the tape and tilt the door away
from the cabinet. Lift the door off the
Adjustable Wrench 5/16 Socket center hinge pin. Ensure that the plastic
Ratchet/Driver hinge pin thimble remains on the hinge pin
or inside door hinge pin hole located in the
bottom of the door.
Masking Tape Thin-blade Screwdriver
Phillips Screwdriver Torx T-20 Driver
E Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.
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2 REMOVE CENTER HINGE 4 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR
Using a 5/16 socket ratchet/driver, DOOR STOP
remove the bolts securing the center A Remove the door stop on right side of
hinge to the cabinet. Set the hinge the bottom of the refrigerator door by
and bolts aside. removing the two screws.
B Move the plastic hinge hole thimble to the
opposite hole.
C Install the door stop on the left side,
making sure to line up the screw holes
in the door stop with the holes in the
bottom of the door.
3 INSTALL CENTER HINGE

A Transfer the plug button and screw hole
cover in the hinge holes on the left side to
the right side. A
Bottom of Bottom of
Refrigerator Door Refrigerator Door
(Right Side) (Left Side)
5 TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR
B Install the center hinge from the kit on the DOOR HANDLE TO RIGHT
left side.
Refer to Remove the Fresh Food Door
Handle and Attach the Fresh Food Door
Handle sections for instructions.
NOTE: A new hinge will be required for the

left side (supplied in the door hinge kit).

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6 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOOR 7 INSTALL THE LOGO BADGE
A Lower the refrigerator door onto the Remove the adhesive backing paper
center hinge pin. Ensure that the plastic and align the pins on the back of the
hinge pin thimble is on the center hinge badge with the holes in the door. Apply
pin or inside door hinge pin hole located pressure to the badge to ensure it sticks
in the bottom of the door. to the door.
B Insert the top hinge pin into the hinge hole

on top of the refrigerator door. Make sure
the door is aligned with the cabinet.
Attach the hinge to the top of the cabinet
loosely with the bolts.
C Make sure the gasket on the door is
flush against the cabinet and is not folded.
Support the door on the handle side and Freezer Drawer Handle
make sure the door is straight and the gap
between the doors is even across the
front. While holding the door in place, 1
7 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
tighten the top hinge bolts. Replace the HANDLE
hinge cover.
Stainless steel and plastic handles:
A Loosen the set screws located on the underside
of the handle with the 1/8 Allen wrench and
remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to
be tightened or removed use a 1/4 Allen wrench.
2 ATTACH THE FREEZER DOOR

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HANDLE
Stainless steel and plastic handles:
A Attach the handle firmly to the mounting
fasteners and tighten the set screws on the
bottom of the handle with a 1/8 Allen wrench.
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Removing and Installing Double Doors (Some Models)
IMPORTANT NOTES 1 REMOVE THE

NOTE: Door swing is not reversible. REFRIGERATOR DOORS
Read the instructions all the way through A Tape the doors shut with masking tape.
before starting.
Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching
paint.
Set screws down by their related parts to
avoid using them in the wrong places.
Provide a non-scratching work surface for (for water dispenser models)
the doors.
B Start with right-hand door first: Remove
IMPORTANT: Once you begin, do not move the screw securing the center hinge cover,
the cabinet. lift the hinge cover and place to the side
These instructions are for removing the on top of the refrigerator.
doors.
Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical
outlet.
Empty all door shelves, including the dairy
compartment. Remove hinge cover
(1 Phillips screw)
TOOLS YOU WILL

MAY NEED
(for water dispenser models)
Adjustable Wrench 3/8 and 10 mm Socket

Ratchet/Driver
C Remove water coupling and power
coupling.
C1
Masking Tape Thin-blade Screwdriver Water Coupling

Remove the metal spring
clip. Use a screwdriver to
push the red plastic locking
clip down and off.
C2
Phillips Screwdriver
Water Coupling
Push red collar
and hold. Pull tube.
C3
Power Coupling
Black mark
flush with
collar assembly Pull apart power
coupling to
disconnect

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1 REMOVE THE 2 REMOVE OPPOSITE DOOR
3
REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont.) Follow the same procedure on the
D Remove the hinge cover on top of the opposite door. There are no wires, water
refrigerator door by removing the Phillips lines or center hinge covers on the
head screws and pulling it up. opposite side.
E Using a 5/16 socket ratchet/driver,
remove the bolts securing the top hinge to
the cabinet. Then lift the hinge straight up 3 REMOVE FREEZER DRAWER
4
to free the hinge pin from the socket in
the top of the door. Refer to the Removing the Freezer Drawer
section for instructions.
4 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOORS

2
A Lower the refrigerator door onto the
Hinge Cover center hinge pin. Ensure that the plastic
hinge pin thimble is on the center hinge
pin or inside door hinge pin hole located
in the bottom of the door.
Hinge Pin
Top Hinge
B Securely tape the door shut with masking

F Remove the tape and tilt the door away tape or have a second person support
from the cabinet. Lift the door off the the door.
center hinge pin. Ensure that the plastic
hinge pin thimble remains on the hinge pin C Route wires through bottom right hinge
or inside door hinge pin hole located in the pin slot. Insert the top hinge pin into the
bottom of the door. hinge hole on top of the refrigerator door.
Make sure the door is aligned with the
cabinet and opposite door. Attach the
hinge to the top of the cabinet loosely
with the bolts.
Bottom
Right Hinge
Pin Slot

G Set the door on a non-scratching surface
with the inside up. D On right-hand doors, pass the wires and
water line through the center hinge pin.
Then connect the water line and 4-pin
connector.
Center
Hinge Pin
4-Pin
Water Line Connector
3

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Removing and Installing the Freezer Drawer
5 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOORS (CONT.)
2
(Some Models)
E Make sure the gasket on the door is
flush against the cabinet and is not folded.
Make sure the door is straight and the gap
between the doors is even across the front. 1 REMOVE THE BASKET
While holding the aligned door in place,
tighten the top hinge bolts. Replace the A Open the freezer drawer until it stops.
hinge cover and screw. B Cut the 2 wire ties off of the basket with
wire cutters.
C The freezer basket rests inside 4 tabs on
Hinge Cover the freezer slides. Lift the basket up and
out of the 4 tabs.
D Tilt the front up and lift the entire basket
Top Hinge Bolts up and out of the drawer.
A
6 REPLACE OPPOSITE DOOR

3
Follow the same procedure on the
opposite door. There is no water line or
hinge cover.
7 ALIGN DOUBLE DOORS

4
If the top of the doors are uneven, first
try to raise the lowest door by turning the 2 REMOVE THE DRAWER FRONT
leveling leg on the same side as the door FROM THE SLIDES
until the doors are even. If the unit rocks,
re-adjust the leveling legs to the extent A Remove the 10 hex head screws from the
that the unit is stable. door and remove the door.
DO NOT remove the torx screws
from the rail assemblies.
If the doors remain uneven, turn the

adjustable pin to raise, or lower, the left
door to match the right door. Use a 1/4
Allen wrench to turn the pin.
DO NOT remove
Adjustable pin torx screws
Rail Assembly
B Set the drawer front on a non-scratching

8 REPLACE FREEZER DRAWER
5 surface.
C Push the rail assemblies back into the
Refer to the Replacing the Freezer Drawer
section for instructions.
cabinet.

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3 ATTACH AND SECURE THE
1 4 ATTACH AND SECURE THE
1
DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES DRAWER FRONT TO THE SLIDES
A Pull out the rail assemblies to the full (CONT.)
length on each side of the cabinet. D Drive screws fully. (There are 10 screws.)
Screw
B Drive the top screw into the door on each

side until it is 1/2 way in.
Step D2:
Drive
Screw fully.
Step D3:
Drive
screws Step D1:
in these Line up
holes. screw
hole in
freezer
C Hang the drawer front onto open slots on drawer
the slides. and
drive
Slot fully.
5 REPLACE THE FREEZER BASKET

2
Replace the lower freezer basket by
lowering it into the frame.
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Control Features
About the controls with temperature settings.
(on some models)
(on some models)
NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature controls.
If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.
The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 37F for the refrigerator compartment
and 0F for the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the
preset recommended settings.
The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as the actual
temperature in the refrigerator and freezer. The actual temperature may vary slightly from
the SET temperature based on usage and operating environment.
Setting either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator
compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.
Changing the Temperature

For Controls-on-the-Door Models: Each time you adjust controls, allow 24 hours for the
To change the temperature, press and release the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
WARMER or COLDER pad. The ACTUAL TEMP light To turn the cooling system off, tap the WARMER pad
will come on and the display will show the actual for either the refrigerator or the freezer until the
temperature. To change the temperature, tap display shows OFF. To turn the unit back on, press the
either the WARMER or COLDER pad until the COLDER pad for either the refrigerator or freezer.
desired temperature is displayed. Then press the COLDER pad again and it will go to
For Controls Inside the Refrigerator: the preset points of 0F for the freezer and 37F for
the refrigerator. Setting either or both controls
Opening the door displays the actual temperature. to OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and
To change the temperature, press either the refrigerator compartments, but does not shut
WARMER or COLDER touch pads until the off electrical power to the refrigerator.
desired temperature is displayed.
Once the desired temperature has been set,
the temperature display will return to the actual
refrigerator and freezer temperatures after 5
4 seconds. Several adjustments may be required.
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About TurboCool. (on some models) ge.com
How it Works
TurboCool rapidly cools the refrigerator How to Use
compartment in order to more quickly Press TurboCool. The refrigerator
cool foods. Use TurboCool when adding a temperature display will show .
large amount of food to the refrigerator
compartment, putting away foods after they After TurboCool is complete, the
have been sitting out at room temperature refrigerator compartment will return
(on some models) to the original setting.
or when putting away warm leftovers. It can
also be used if the refrigerator has been NOTES: The refrigerator temperature
without power for an extended period. cannot be changed during
Once activated, the compressor will turn on TurboCool.
immediately and the fans will cycle on and The freezer temperature is not
off at high speed as needed for eight hours. affected during TurboCool.
The compressor will continue to run until When opening the refrigerator
the refrigerator compartment cools to door during TurboCool, the fans
approximately 34F (1C), then it will cycle will continue to run if they have
(on some models) on and off to maintain this setting. After 8 cycled on.
hours, or if TurboCool is pressed again, the
refrigerator compartment will return to
the original setting.
About Door Alarm (on some models)

The door alarm will sound if any
door is open for more than 2 minutes.
The beeping stops when you close
the door.
(on some models)
(on some models)
About Energy Saver (on some models)

This product is equipped with an Energy
Saver feature. The refrigerator is shipped
with the Energy Saver feature enabled.
Over time, moisture can form on the front
surface of the refrigerator cabinet and
(on some models) cause rust. If moisture does appear on the
front surface of the refrigerator cabinet,
turn off the Energy Saver feature by
pressing and releasing the ENERGY SAVER
pad on the control panel.
(on some models)

5
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About the water filter. (on some models)
Water Filter Cartridge Filter Bypass Plug
The water filter cartridge is located in the You must use the filter bypass plug when a
back upper right corner of the refrigerator replacement filter cartridge is not available.
compartment. The icemaker will not operate without the
filter or filter bypass plug.
When to Replace the Filter
Replacement Filters:
There is a replacement indicator
light for the water filter cartridge on the To order additional filter cartridges
temperature display. This light will turn in the United States, visit our Website,
orange to tell you that you need to replace ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories,
the filter soon. The filter cartridge should 800.626.2002.
be replaced when the replacement Filter Model GSWF
indicator light turns red or if the flow
of water to the dispenser or icemaker Customers in Canada should consult
decreases. the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe
Service Center.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
If you are replacing the cartridge,
first remove the old one. Open the
cartridge cover by pressing in on the
tab at the front and pulling down.
Remove the cartridge by slowly rotating
it counterclockwise. A small amount of
water may drip down.
CAUTION: If air has been trapped

in the system, the filter cartridge may be ejected as
it is removed. Use caution when removing.
Remove the protective foil from the
end of the cartridge.
Lining up the arrow on the cartridge
and the cartridge holder, slowly rotate
the cartridge clockwise until it stops.
When the cartridge is properly
installed, you will feel it click as it
locks into place. The grip on the end
of the cartridge should be positioned
(on some models) vertically. Do not overtighten.
Close the cartridge cover.
Run water from the dispenser for
3 minutes (about 112 gallons) to clear
the system and prevent sputtering.
See To Use the Dispenser section.
Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER
pad for 3 seconds.
(on some models)
NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge
may cause water to spurt from the dispenser.
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About the automatic icemaker. ge.com
A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power Automatic Icemaker (on some models)

Switch
Icemaker The icemaker will produce seven cubes You will hear a buzzing sound each time
per cycleapproximately 100130 cubes the icemaker fills with water.
in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer
compartment temperature, room Throw away the first few batches of ice to
temperature, number of door openings allow the water line to clear.
and other use conditions. Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep
See below for how to access ice and reach of the feeler arm.
Green
Power Light Feeler Arm the power switch. When the bin fills to the level of the feeler
If the refrigerator is operated before the arm, the icemaker will stop producing
water connection is made to the icemaker, ice. It is normal for several cubes to be
set the power switch in the O (off) position. joined together.
When the refrigerator has been connected If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes
to the water supply, set the power switch to will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
the l (on) position. The icemaker power NOTE: In homes with lower-than-average water
light will turn green when the freezer light pressure, you may hear the icemaker cycle multiple
switch is pressed in or when the freezer times when making one batch of ice.
door is closed.
NOTE: Set the power switch to the O (off) position
The icemaker will fill with water when it if the water supply is shut off.
cools to 15F (10C). A newly installed
refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to
begin making ice cubes.
Accessing Ice and Reaching

Shelf
the Power Switch
Shelf
To reach the icemaker power switch, pull the
shelf above the ice bin straight out. Always
be sure to replace the shelf.
Ice Bin To access ice, simply pull the bin forward.
Ice Bin
To reach the power switch.

To access ice.
Icemaker Accessory Kit

If your refrigerator did not come already Check the back of the refrigerator for
equipped with an automatic icemaker, the specific icemaker kit needed for
an icemaker accessory kit is available at your model.
extra cost.
To Use the Dispenser

Press the glass gently against the top of the Locking the Dispenser
dispenser cradle.
Press the LOCK pad for 3 seconds to lock
The spill shelf is not self-draining. To the dispenser and control panel. To unlock,
reduce water spotting, the shelf should be press and hold the pad again for 3 seconds.
cleaned regularly.
If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first Door Alarm
installed, there may be air in the water line system. To set the alarm, press the DOOR ALARM
Dispenser Cradle Press the dispenser arm for at least two minutes to pad. The indicator light will illuminate.
remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the This alarm will sound if either door is
water system. To flush out impurities in the water open for more than 2 minutes. The
line, throw away the first six glassfuls of water. beeping stops when you close the door.
Spill Shelf 11
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Replacing the light bulbs.
Turning the control to the 0 (off) position does not remove power to the light circuit.
Refrigerator Lights
After replacing with an appliance bulb
CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. of the same or lower wattage, replace
Unplug the refrigerator. the shield.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
To remove the light shield, grasp the
shield at the back and pull out to NOTE: Appliance bulbs may be ordered
release the tabs at the back. from GE Parts and Accessories,
800.626.2002.
Rotate the shield down and then
forward to release the tabs at the front
of the shield.
Freezer Light
After replacing with an appliance bulb
CAUTION: Light bulbs may be hot. of the same or lower wattage, replace
Unplug the refrigerator. the shield.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
The bulb is located at the top of the
freezer inside a light shield. To remove
the shield, grasp the shield at the back
Appearance may vary
and pull out to release the tabs at the
back.
Rotate the shield down and then
forward to release the tabs at the front
of the shield.
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Defrost Cycle Dispenser Lock
The refrigerator utilizes an adaptive defrost cycle When the dispenser system is locked, actual and
that operates a glass enclosed heater to remove set temperatures can be viewed but no dispenser
frost from the evaporator. Defrost time has changed command will be accepted. This includes the
from 60 hours adaptive defrost to 96 hours adaptive dispenser cradle and will prevent accidental
defrost. dispensing that may be caused by children or pets.
If a pad or the cradle is depressed with the system
The control board determines the length of time the locked, it will be acknowledged with three pulses of
heater is energized. It does this by monitoring the the LOCK LED accompanied by an audible tone.
freezer evaporator thermistor. Once the temperature
of the thermistor reaches 75F, the control cycles
the defrost heater off. A bi-metal safety thermostat
provides a backup in the event the evaporator
thermistor fails. The safety thermostat prevents the Lock LED
temperature from exceeding 140F.
Note: Refer to Pub# 31-9062 for information about

basic adaptive defrost.
Liner Protection Mode

The refrigerator incorporates a liner protection
mode for the freezer section. The freezer evaporator
fan will start and run on high speed if the door
has been open for 3 minutes. Air will circulate into
the fresh food section if the damper is in the open
position.
This mode is controlled by 2 timers. Timer #1

monitors door-open time. A 3-minute door-open
count begins when the door is opened. If 3 minutes
elapse before the door is closed, the liner protection
mode will become active. Once the door is closed,
timer #1 resets and liner protection mode goes into
standby. In standby, normal fan operation resumes
and timer #2 begins a 3-minute door-closed count.
If 3 minutes elapse without a door opening, liner
protection mode will completely deactivate. If a door
is opened within the timer #2 door-closed count,
the remaining time in the door-closed count will be
deducted from the timer #1 door-open count.
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Components Locator Views
Fresh Food Compartment
Single Door Model
Control Panel
Lights
Articulating
Mullion Track Note: Single door
French Door Model models eliminate the
Water Filter articulating mullion
track. On non-dispenser
models, the control
Lights
panel is located in front
Light Switch of the light housing at
Light Switch
the top of fresh food
Thermistor Location compartment.
Water Line Coil Water Line Coil
Damper

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Freezer Compartment
Icemaker Fill Tube and Heater
Over Temperature Thermostat
Evaporator Thermistor
Light Switch
Evaporator Fan
Thermistor Location
Evaporator
Defrost Heater (recessed in bottom of evaporator)
Ambient Thermistor
Rear View
Note: The EMI

filter is not
utilized on
Main Control Board
20/22' single
and French
door models. Compressor
EMI Filter
Drier
Water Valve Condensor Fan
Inverter Condenser
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Control Board Connector Locator
Main Control Board
J13
J10
J4
J15
J9
J3
J11
J2
K4
J18
J7
J12
J1
K3
J4 - Display Board
J10 and J13 - Earth (Ground)
J3 - Damper
J9 - Defrost Heater, Fill Tube Heater, Return Duct
Heaters J1 - Fresh Food Thermistor, Ambient Thermistor,
Freezer Thermistor, Evaporator
J11 - Line (L1) Thermistor, Model Selector
J7 - FF and FZ Interior Lighting Circuits, Dispenser J15 - Inverter
Water Valve (French Door Models Only)
J2 - Fan Common, Evaporator Fan, Condenser
J12 - Mullion Heater Fan, Mullion Bar Heater, Model Selector
J18 - Icemaker Water Valve (Icemaker Ready Models
Only)
J4 or J16
K3 - Water Some of the low voltage DC

connector labeling on this model
J3 or J10
K4 - Defrost may differ from other models.

J2 OR J13
The function and diagnostics for

these connectors are identical for
J1 or J14
all models.

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J10 J13
EARTH EARTH
J4
1 Comm. 2-Way Digital

Comm. +12V
Comm. Common
5
J15
Inverter Common
Inverter Output 1 J3
J8 1 Damper
Not Used Damper
J9 J2 Damper
Defrost Heater
Evaporator Fan (RPM) 1 Damper
J11 J6
Line (L1) 2
Model Selector
1
Fan Common
K4 Evaporator Fan
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J7
Condenser Fan
DEFROST
Mullion Bar Htr
10
FZ Light Thermostat J19
Fan +12V 8
FF Light Thermostat J1
J18 1 FF Thermistor
K5 J5
Icemaker NOT Ambient Thermistor
Water Valve J12 1
Dispenser Water Valve USED FZ Thermistor
Mullion Heater
FZ Evaporator Thermistor
1
+5V
K2 K3 K7
K1 NOT WATER NOT 6
NOT USED USED Model Selector
USED 9 Model Selector
Refrigeration System
Refrigeration Components
Capillary Tube
Evaporator
Condenser Loop
*Dryer
Compressor
Condensor
* The dryer (not shown), is vertically positioned between the compressor and the condensor fan motor.
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4. Open the ball valve. Recover the purge/sweep
Evacuation and Charging Procedure
charge using the recovery pump and the
WARNING: refrigerator compressor until a 20-in. vacuum
is attained. Close the ball valve and remove the
Before cutting or using a torch on recovery hose.
refrigerant tubes, recover the refrigerant
from the system using approved recovery 5. Charge the system with the exact amount of R-
equipment. 134a refrigerant specified.
Never charge new refrigerant through the 6. Disconnect the power cord to the refrigerator.
purge valve. This valve is always located on This allows the pressure to equalize. After 3 to
the high pressure side of the system. 5 minutes, the low side pressure will be positive
and then the hose-to-charging port can be
Never apply heat from any source to a disconnected.
container of refrigerant. Such action will
cause excessive pressure in the container. 7. Using an electronic leak detector, check all
brazed joints and both schrader ports. Reinstall
Always wear goggles when working with caps to schrader.
refrigerants and nitrogen holding charge in
some replacement parts. Contact with these
gases may cause injury.
1. Attach the hose from the R-134a charging

cylinder to the process tube port on the
compressor.
2. Evacuate the system to a minimum 20-in.

vacuum using the refrigerator compressor and
recovery pump, which is attached to the new
drier assembly.
3. Turn off the recovery pump. Close the ball valve

on the hose connected to the high-side port
connection. Add 3 ounces of R-134a refrigerant
to the system. Let the refrigerator operate and
circulate the refrigerant for 5 minutes.
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Airflow
The evaporator fan forces air through the evaporator into the freezer compartment.
Air from the evaporator can also pass through the electronic damper to the air tunnel outlet, through the
fresh food compartment, and return to the evaporator.
The damper is controlled by the main control board. When open, the damper allows the chilled air from the
freezer to move into the fresh food compartment.
Air returns from the fresh food compartment to the freezer compartment via two vents located to the left
and right of the electronic damper.
Fresh Food
Cold Air
Mixed Air
Air Return To
Evaporator
Return Duct (1 of 2)
Evaporator Freezer
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Components
Fresh Food Shelves and Bins

Note: Not all features are on all models.
Rearranging the Shelves

Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable.
Refrigerator Compartment
To remove:
Remove all items from the shelf.
Tilt the shelf up at the front.
Lift the shelf up at the back and
bring the shelf out.
Some models have wire shelves that
can be adjusted in the same manner.
To replace:
While tilting the shelf up, insert the top
hook at the back of the shelf in a slot
on the track.
Lower the front of the shelf until the
bottom of the shelf locks into place.
Spillproof Shelves (on some models)

Spillproof shelves have special edges to
help prevent spills from dripping to lower
shelves. To remove or replace the shelves,
see Rearranging the Shelves.
Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf (on some models)

The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you To replace:
to reach items stored behind others. The Place the rear shelf tabs just in front of
special edges are designed to help prevent the central notches on the shelf frame.
spills from dripping to lower shelves.
Slide the shelf in until the central tabs
To remove:
are slightly behind the front bar.
Remove all items from shelf.
Lower the shelf into place until it is
Slide the shelf out until it stops. horizontal and slide the shelf in.
Lift the front edge of the shelf until the Make sure that the shelf sits flat after reinstallation
central tabs are above the front bar. and doesnt move freely from side to side.
Continue pulling the shelf forward Make sure you push the shelves all the way in
until it can be removed. before you close the door.

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Adjustable Bins on the Door
Adjustable bins can easily be carried from The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling
refrigerator to work area. or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf. Grip the finger hold near the rear of
To remove: Lift bin straight up, then
the snugger and move it to fit your needs.
pull out.
To replace or relocate: Slide in the bin just
above the molded door supports, and push
down. The bin will lock in place.
Non-Adjustable Bins on the Door

To remove: Lift the bin straight up, then
pull out.
To replace: Engage the bin in the molded
supports on the door and push down.
It will lock in place.
About the additional features.

Not all features are on all models.
Non-Adjustable Beverage Rack

To remove: Lift the rack straight up, then
pull out.
To replace: Engage the rack in the molded
supports on the door and push down.
It will lock in place.
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Fresh Food Crispers and Pans
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper

Excess water that may accumulate in the
bottom of the drawers or under the drawers
should be wiped dry.
Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models)

Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the way to the LOW
HIGH setting to provide high humidity setting to provide lower humidity levels
recommended for most vegetables. recommended for most fruits.
Adjustable Temperature Deli Pan (on some models)

Slide the control all the way to the left for
the coldest temperature.
How to Remove and Replace the Deli Pan

To remove: To replace:
Remove the fruit and vegetable drawers. Make sure all four swing locks are in the
unlock position.
Pull the drawer out to the stop position.
Place the sides of the drawer into the
drawer supports, making sure the swing
locks fit on the drawer slots.
Lock all four swing locks by rotating
them to the lock position.
Swing Locks Lift the lid to access the 4 swing locks.
Lower the lid and slide in the drawer.

Rotate all four swing locks to the unlock Replace the fruit and vegetable drawers.
position.
Lift the front of the drawer up and out.
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Freezer Shelves and Baskets
Freezer Shelves and Baskets

A shelf above the ice storage bin
A half-width basket
A shallow full-width basket
A deep full-width basket
Appearance and features may vary
Basket Removal
To remove the deep full-width basket on When replacing the deep full-width basket:
freezer drawer models:
Tilt the basket back and lower it down
Open the freezer drawer until it stops. into the drawer. Rotate the basket to a
horizontal position and press it down into
The freezer basket rests on the inside
the 4 alignment tabs.
tabs on the drawer slides.
NOTE: Always be sure that all 4 basket tabs
Lift the basket so that all 4 tabs are out
Appearance may vary are engaged in the slide brackets before
of the slide bracket.
sliding back into the freezer.
Tilt the basket and lift out of the
Tab drawer.
Make sure the plastic sleeves remain
attached to the 4 tabs on the slide
brackets.
To remove the half-width basket:

Pull the basket out to the stop location. When replacing the basket, make sure that
the wire tabs and wire hooks on the sides
Lift the basket up at the front to release
of the basket go into the slots in the top
it from the slides.
of the upper basket slides.
Lift the back up and out of the slide.
NOTE: Always be sure to fully close this
basket.
Appearance may vary
To remove the shallow full-width basket:

Pull the basket out to the stop location. Lift the basket up and out.
Lift the front up and over the stop

location.
Appearance may vary
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For example, in ambient below 60F, the fresh food
Thermistors
temperature control will shut down properly. The
cooler room ambient assists in keeping fresh food
Thermistor Resistance temperatures at the preset temperature. However,
Temperature Temperature Resistance in Kilo-
the compressor does not get enough run time to
(F) (C) Ohms bring the freezer down to 0F.
-40 -40 166.8 k At lower room temperatures, the ambient thermistor
alters the main control boards calculations for the
-31 -35 120.5 k
target temperature. The main control board then
-22 -30 88 k runs the compressor at higher speeds to get the
freezer, as well as the fresh food, to an acceptable
-13 -25 65 k
temperature.
-4 -20 48.4 k
If the external thermistor is not functioning, the
5 -15 36.4 k main control board default will assume the ambient
14 -10 27.6 k temperature is 90F and there will be no adjustment
to the fresh food or freezer set point.
23 -5 21 k
The ambient thermistor is attached to the front
32 0 16.3 k
of the cabinet (under the left side of the freezer
41 5 12.7 k compartment) with a plastic wire tie.
50 10 10 k
59 15 7.8 k
68 20 6.2 k Ambient
Thermistor
Wire Tie
77 25 5 k
86 30 4 k
Fresh Food and Freezer Thermistors
95 35 3.2 k
The fresh food thermistor is located in the left
104 40 2.6 k
wall of the fresh food compartment. The freezer
113 45 2.2 k thermistor is located in the right wall of the freezer
compartment.
122 50 1.8 k
131 55 1.5 k Note: The fresh food and freezer thermistors are
removed in the same manner.
140 60 1.2 k
To remove the thermistor cover, insert a flat-blade
screwdriver under the front of the cover and gently
Note: To accurately test a thermistor, place lift the bottom edge until it releases from the
the thermistor in a glass of ice and water compartment wall.
(approximately 33F) for several minutes and check
for approximately 16K .
Ambient Thermistor
The ambient thermistor is located under the freezer

Insert
compartment and connected at J1-2 on the main
control board. (See Component Locator Views.) It Thermistor Cover
assists the main control board in compensating for
room ambient that is higher or lower than 60F.
ft
Li

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Evaporator Thermistor
Evaporator Fan
The evaporator thermistor is clipped to the suction
The position of the fan blade in relation to the
tube line of the evaporator. See Evaporator for
shroud is important.
accessing instructions.
5/16" 0.03
Blade tip
Evaporator Thermistor 1.0" 0.05 Target
Orifice
Air Flow
Motor
Replacement
Should a thermistor require replacement, use The evaporator fan is the same fan used on previous
plastic bell connectors (part # WR01X10466). Fill models; however, a significant difference is that the
each connector with RTV102 silicone then splice a main control board neither requires nor receives
new thermistor into the harness as shown in the input from the fan feedback/rpm (blue) wire. The fan
illustration. utilizes a permanent magnet, 4-pole, DC motor that
operates at three different speeds: high, medium,
RTV102
and low.
The speed of the fan is controlled by the voltage

output from the main control board. Voltage output
from the main control board to the fan is 13.6 VDC;
however, to regulate the speed of the fan, the main
control board uses pulse width modulation (PWM).
Fresh Food and Freezer Light Thermostats When operating, voltage is sent in pulses (much like
The fresh food and the freezer light thermostats a duty cycle) as opposed to an uninterrupted flow.
interrupt power to the lights when the thermostat This pulsing of 13.6 VDC produces effective voltage
temperature reaches 175F. Power is restored when being received at the motor, which is equivalent to a
the thermostat temperature cools to 155F. reduction in voltage.
Each thermostat is attached to the back of each

light housing with an 11/32-in. nut.
13.6 VDC
To access each thermostat, remove the light cover 9.5 VDC
and light housing. The fresh food light housing is 0 VDC
held in place by 3 Phillips-head screws. The freezer

High Speed (9.5 VDC measured)
light housing is held in place by a single Phillips- 13.6 VDC
head screw. 8 VDC

0 VDC
Medium Speed (8 VDC measured)
Note: It is necessary to remove the freezer light bulb
to access the freezer light housing screw.
13.6 VDC
6.5 VDC
0 VDC
Replacement Low Speed (6.5 VDC measured)
Should a thermostat require replacement, use

plastic bell connectors (part # WR01X10466). Fill
each connector with RTV102 silicone then splice a
new thermostat into the harness.

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Fan speed is selected and maintained by the main
Condenser Fan
control board regulating the length and frequency
of the 13.6 VDC pulse. Temperature can cause The fan is mounted in the machine compartment
some fan speed variation. Fan speed can vary with the no-clean condenser. The fan and fan
+/- 5%, depending on the temperature, with higher shroud are mounted on one end of the condenser,
temperatures causing slightly higher speeds. and the other end of the condenser is blocked.
The evaporator fan has a 4-wire connection: When the fan is operating, air is pulled from the
White Wire (DC Common) center of the condenser, drawing air in through the
The white wire is the DC common wire used coils. The air is then exhausted over the compressor
for testing. During repairs, DC polarity must be and out the right side of the refrigerator.
observed. Reversing the DC polarity causes a Inlet air is available through the left front and left
shorted motor and/or board. rear of the machine compartment. A rubber divider
Red Wire (Supply) strip underneath the refrigerator divides the inlet
and outlet sides of the machine compartment.
Each motor uses an internal electronic controller to
operate the motor. Supply voltage from the main
control board remains at a constant 13.6 VDC.
Blue Wire (Feedback/RPM)
On previous Arctica models, the blue wire reported
rpm (speed) information to the main control board
for speed control purposes. On this model, the board
does not require or read any feedback information
from the fan motor.
Yellow Wire (Signal)
Rear
The yellow wire is the input wire from the main
control board. The main control board provides Divider Strip
6.5 VDC effective voltage for low speed, 8 VDC
effective voltage for medium speed, and 9.5 VDC Front
effective voltage for high speed. The fan operates
in low speed only when the fresh food thermistor is
satisfied.
1/2"
Note: When testing these motors: Housing
You cannot test with an ohmmeter.
DC common is not AC common.
Verify 2 voltage potentials:
Fan
a. Red to white - power for internal controller
b. Yellow to white - power for fan
Observe circuit polarity.
Motors can be run for short periods using a 0.375"
Motor
9 volt battery. Connect the white wire to the
negative (-) battery terminal only. Connect the
red and yellow wires to the positive (+) battery
terminal.
Air Flow
Bracket
0.50" 0.05

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The rear access cover must be tightly fitted to Temperature can cause some fan speed variation.
prevent air from being exhausted directly out of the Fan speed can vary +/- 5%, depending on the
rear of the machine compartment, bypassing the temperature, with higher temperatures causing
compressor. slightly higher speeds.
The condenser fan is mounted with screws to a fan
Condenser fan speed is controlled by Pulse Width
shroud and mounting bracket that is attached to
Modulation (PWM), the same method used to control
the condenser.
fan speeds for the evaporators.
13.6 VDC
12.0 VDC
0 VDC
Super High Speed (12.0 VDC measured)
13.6 VDC
10.5 VDC
0 VDC
High Speed (10.5 VDC measured)
13.6 VDC
7.5 VDC
0 VDC
Medium Speed (7.5 VDC measured)
Condenser fan speed corresponds with compressor 13.6 VDC
speed (low, medium, high) to minimize pressure 5.5 VDC

0 VDC
variations in the sealed system except when the Low Speed (5.5 VDC measured)
freezer temperature is 20F above the set point. If

this condition exists (such as during initial startup),
the condenser fan operates at super high speed
while the compressor operates at medium speed.
The speed of the fan is controlled by the voltage
output from the main control board. Voltage output
from the control board to the fan is 13.6 VDC;
however, to regulate the speed of the fan, the main
control board uses pulse width modulation (PWM).
When operating, voltage is sent in pulses (much like
a duty cycle) as opposed to an uninterrupted flow.
This pulsing of 13.6 VDC produces effective voltage
being received at the motor, which is equivalent to a
reduction in voltage.
Fan speed is selected and maintained by the main
control board regulating the length and frequency
of the 13.6 VDC pulse.
+12V RED
J2-8
MAIN CONTROL BOARD
YELLOW
J2-3 J2-4 J2-5
YELLOW/BLACK
WHITE/SILVER (COMM)
BLUE
J2-1
YELLOW
YELLOW
BLUE
WHITE
WHITE
RED
RED
COND FAN EVAP FAN
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5. Remove the Phillips-head screw from the
Inverter inverter.
The inverter is accessed from the back of the
refrigerator and is located on the left side of the
compressor behind the water valve. The water valve
and the EMI filter (if utilized) must be removed to
access the inverter.
To remove the Inverter:
1. Remove the -in. hex-head screw that holds the

water valve and the 5/16-in. hex-head screw that
holds the EMI filter to the cabinet.
6. Lift and rotate the inverter counterclockwise.
7. Disconnect the compressor harness from the

compressor terminals.
Lip
Disconnect
EMI Filter Tab
Water
Valve
2. Carefully pull the water valve and the EMI filter

out from the cabinet.
3. Disconnect the 2 wire harnesses to the inverter.
4. Remove the -in. hex-head screw and the

inverter ground wire from the cabinet.
WARNING: When the refrigerator is plugged in, 120
VAC is always present at the inverter.
Note: Certain voltmeters will not be able to read

voltage output from the inverter. If no voltage or
erratic voltage is measured, it does not necessarily
indicate a faulty inverter.
Disconnect
The inverter receives 120 VAC line-in from the power
supply. The inverter converts this single-phase, 60
Disconnect Hz, 120 VAC into 3-phase, 230 VAC, with frequency
variations between 57 Hz and 104 Hz. This voltage
is delivered to the compressor through 3 lead wires.
Inverter Each wire will carry identical voltage and frequency.
Ground Wire
Note: The compressor leads must be connected to
Note: The inverter is attached to the compressor by measure voltage output. If the compressor wires are
a lip above the compressor terminals, a tab (located not connected, or if an open occurs in one of the 3
at the bottom rear corner), and a Phillips-head lead wires or in the compressor, the inverter will stop
screw. voltage output.
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When checking inverter voltage output, connect
Inverter Compressor
the test-meter leads to any 2 of the 3 compressor
lead wires at the inverter plug (plug should be Caution: Do not attempt to direct-start the
connected). The same reading should be measured compressor. The compressor operates on a 3-phase
between any 2 of the 3 wires. power supply. Applying 120 VAC to the compressor
will permanently damage the unit. It is not possible
The inverter controls compressor speed by
to start the compressor without an inverter.
frequency variation and by Pulse Width Modulation
(PWM). Changing frequency and PWM will cause The compressor is a reciprocating, variable speed,
an effective voltage between 80 and 230 VAC to be 4-pole type. It operates on 3-phase, 80 to 230 VAC
received at the compressor. within a range of 57 to 104 Hz.
Low speed (1710 rpm) - 57 Hz Note: Certain voltmeters will not be able to read
voltage output or frequency from the inverter.
Medium speed (2100 rpm) - 70 Hz
Compressor wattages at various speeds are:
High speed (3120 rpm) - 104 Hz
LOW - 65 watts
The inverter receives commands from the main
control board. The main control board will send MED - 100 watts
a PWM run signal from the J15 connector of
between 4-6 VDC effective voltage to the inverter HIGH - 150 watts
(all wires must be connected). The inverter will select
compressor speed (voltage output) based on this The compressor is controlled by the inverter, which
signal. receives its signal from the main control board.
Varying the frequency to the inverter changes the
The main control board will only send a run signal to compressor speed.
the inverter when the compressor should be on.
Note: When measuring signal voltage (from the
main control board) at the inverter, a reading of 4-6
VDC will be measured with all wires connected. If the
inverter wiring is disconnected, the board output will
measure between 10-12 VDC. AC
The inverter will monitor compressor operation
WHITE
J15-1 J15-2
and if the compressor fails to start or excessive BROWN ORANGE
RED
BROWN
BLACK ORANGE
current draw (4 amps maximum) is detected,
Main Control
Board BLACK
TAB 1
BLUE WHITE
the inverter will briefly stop voltage output. The

10
10
RED
10
BROWN
inverter will then make 12 consecutive compressor COMPRESSOR
INVERTER
start attempts (once every 12 seconds). After 12

attempts, if the compressor has not started, an 8-
minute count will initiate. After the 8-minute count,
the inverter will attempt to start the compressor Compressor speed is based on the temperature
again. If the compressor starts, normal operation set point in conjunction with the specific cabinet
will resume. If the compressor fails to start, this temperature. Speeds are selected according to
process will be repeated. Removing power to the the following cabinet temperatures, with freezer
unit will reset the inverter count. When power temperature being the primary:
is restored, the inverter will attempt to start the 7F to 19.5F above freezer set point = high
compressor within 8 seconds. speed.
The inverter has a built-in circuit protection to 4.5F to 6.5F above freezer set point = medium
guard against damage from a failed or shorted speed.
compressor. However, if a failed compressor is 1F to 4F above freezer set point = low speed.
diagnosed, order a new compressor and inverter. 1F to 2.5F above refrigerator set point = low
If the compressor fails to start after replacement, speed.
replace the inverter.

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3F to 5F above refrigerator set point - medium
Evaporator
speed.
5.5F to 7F above refrigerator set point - high The following components must be removed in the
speed. appropriate order to access the evaporator:
Note: The compressor will run at medium speed if 1. Unplug the refrigerator.
the freezer temperature is 20F or more above the
setpoint. 2. Pull out and remove the ice bin and shelf.
The use of 3-phase power eliminates the need for
3. Remove the freezer shelves and baskets. (See
the relay, capacitor, and individual start and run
Freezer Shelves and Baskets.)
windings; therefore, the start, run, and common
pins found on conventional compressors are not 4. Loosen the top two 3/8 -in. hex-head screws 1
applicable on this 3-phase model. Compressor pin full turn, then remove the remaining eight 3/8 -in.
functions are identical and compressor lead wire hex-head screws that attach the drawer front to
configuration is of no importance. A resistance of the rail assemblies.
9 to 11 should be read between any 2 of the
3 pins. Should an open occur in the compressor Note: Do not remove the torx screws from the rail
winding or should one of the compressor lead wires assemblies.
become open or disconnected, the inverter will stop
voltage output to the compressor.
High compressor torque enables the compressor Loosen Top Screws

to start against high pressure in the sealed system.
When power has been disconnected from an
operating unit, the high torque will enable the
compressor to start immediately upon power
restoration. Remove Screws
Compressor operation is extremely smooth and

cool. The compressor exterior may be slightly higher
than room temperature while operating; therefore, it
may be difficult to detect a running unit.
To verify that the compressor is running:
Disconnect power from the unit and place a hand 5. Lift and remove the drawer front and place it on
on the compressor. Reconnect power and feel for a protected surface.
a vibration when the compressor tries to start. It
may take up to 8 seconds before the compressor Note: To ensure correct alignment when installing
attempts to start. the drawer front, place the top two 3/8 -in. hex-
head screws into the open slots on top of each rail
Note: assembly, then install the center screws.
When ordering a replacement compressor, order Install the remaining six 3/8 -in. hex-head screws, then
both the compressor and inverter. Replace tighten all screws firmly. Check drawer operation.
the compressor first. If, after compressor
installation, the compressor fails to start,
replace the inverter.
When servicing the compressor, it is important

to dress the wiring to keep low voltage DC wiring
and 120 VAC wiring separate.

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Note: The top of the vertical divider is inserted in 7. Remove the two -in. hex-head screws that
a molded recess in the freezer ceiling. The bottom attach the icemaker to the freezer wall.
of the divider has a front and rear tab that are
captured in a notch in each of the 2 support rails.
6. Remove the vertical divider from the support

rails:
a. Release the front of the vertical divider by

pressing down on the front support rail while
pressuring the front of the divider up.
Notch Verticle Divider

8. Using a small flat-blade screwdriver, expand
the 2 clips and disconnect the icemaker wire
harness.
Support Rails
b. Carefully rotate the divider slightly

counterclockwise to clear the tab from the
notch in the rail.
9. Remove the two -in. hex-head screws that
c. Repeat the above procedure to release the attach the icemaker bin support to the left
rear of the divider from the rear support rail. freezer wall.
Note: When installing the vertical divider, position

the top of the divider into the recess in the freezer
ceiling before positioning the bottom over the
notches in the support rails.

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Note: The freezer fan cover is attached to the 13. Extend each drawer rail fully, then remove the
evaporator cover with a Phillips-head screw, 3 cover five -in. hex-head screws that attach each
tabs, and 2 right side hinge tabs. drawer rail assembly to the freezer side walls.
10. Remove the single Phillips-head screw.
Fan Cover
Note: The evaporator cover is attached to the

evaporator compartment with two -in. hex-head
Evaporator Cover screws, 3 bottom tabs, and 8 snap tabs located on
the back of the cover.
11. Pull the left side of the fan cover out to 14. Remove the two -in. hex-head screws that
approximately 90 degrees, then remove the fan attach the evaporator cover to the fan bracket.
cover.
12. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, press in the tab

and forcefully lift up one end of each support
rail and remove each rail.
Tab
Bottom Tab Bottom Tab Bottom Tab
15. Grasp and pull the right side of the fan opening
towards the front of the freezer to release the
right side snap tabs.
16. Pull out the left side of the cover and carefully
remove it from the evaporator compartment.
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Defrost Heater Return Duct Heaters
The defrost heater is a single-tube, glass-enclosed A return duct heater has been added to each of
radiant heater. It is held in place by 2 tabs on the the 2 fresh food compartment return air ducts. The
evaporator (1 on each side) and by a ceramic and heaters prevent water from freezing and blocking
wire support. the air flow in the ducts. Restricted ducts can cause
warm fresh food temperatures. (See Airflow.)
To remove the defrost heater:
1. Access the freezer evaporator. (See Evaporator.)
Note:
During defrost, the heat conducting clip assists

in preventing the drain from icing closed. During
assembly, the clip must be installed on the
evaporator and inserted in the drain to prevent
drain freeze-up. Return Duct
Outlets
A ceramic and wire support prevents the heater
from sagging and touching the metal drain
trough if the glass is broken. The heaters operate with 120 VAC and each heater
has an approximate resistance value of 440 .
2. Remove the ceramic and wire support and the The heaters are in a parallel circuit consisting of
heat conducting clip from the evaporator. 2 duct heaters, icemaker fill tube heater, and the
defrost heater. The line voltage wires of the duct
heaters and the fill tube heater are connected to
the blue wire of the defrost heater. The neutral wires
of the heaters go through the over temperature
thermostat. The 2 duct heaters and the fill tube
heater are energized (along with the defrost heater)
during the defrost cycle when the over temperature
thermostat is closed.
Ceramic and Wire
Support
Return Duct Heaters Test
Heat Conducting
Clip If open duct heaters are suspected, perform the
following:
1. With the over temperature thermostat closed,

test for approximately 27 (the equivalent
resistance of this parallel circuit) between J9
3. Bend the aluminum tabs back (located at each and J7-9 .
end of the defrost heater) and lower the heater
2. For a resistance reading other than
out of the evaporator.
approximately 27 , remove the evaporator
4. Disconnect 2 lead wires and remove the heater. cover (See Evaporator.), disconnect the fill tube
heater, and one lead from the defrost heater.
Insert a volt ohm meter into the fill tube heater
Icemaker Fill Tube Heater receptacle. A reading of approximately 220
The fill tube heater is energized during the ohms at 70F indicates both heaters are good.
defrost cycle when the defrost thermostat is Note: The return duct heaters are integral to the
closed. Remove the evaporator cover to access foamed in place internal ductwork of the refrigerator
the icemaker fill tube heater. (See Evaporator.) and are not replaceable.
Disconnect the fill tube heater wire harness. The
resistance of the fill tube heater is approximately
2644 .
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10. Install the new evaporator and tighten the 2
Replacing Evaporator Using the Brazing
Phillips-head screws.
Method
11. Connect the evaporator inlet and outlet to the
Parts Needed: suction line and capillary tubes.
Freezer Evaporator
12. Check that the thermal paste is still on the
Drier Assembly
suction line where it enters the rear wall of the
Access Tube (part # WJ56X61) freezer. If not, apply paste. In addition, apply
Heat Shield Kit (part # WX5X8926) thermal paste around epoxy joints on the new
evaporator to prevent the heat from damaging
Caution: A heat shield kit is required for this joint integrity.
procedure to prevent damage to the plastic interior
(liner) of the freezer compartment. 13. Move the brazing shield behind the capillary and
suction line joints. Protect the freezer floor from
1. Unplug the refrigerator. molten solder during brazing.
2. Remove the rear access cover and evacuate the 14. Angle torch so that flame is directed away from
sealed system. rear wall when brazing. Braze suction line and
capillary to new evaporator.
3. Remove components necessary to expose the
evaporator. (See Evaporator.) 15. Remove the brazing shield. Clean and inspect all
joints.
4. Note the location of the thermistor and over
temperature thermostat on top of the old 16. Remove the old drier by cutting the halo loop
evaporator and remove. as close as possible to the drier. Install the
new drier assembly making sure that there is
5. Remove heater from bottom of evaporator and
sufficient space between the tubing.
discard. Bundle remaining wires and tape high
on the back wall of freezer. 17. Install the access tube. Clean and inspect joints.
6. Apply a liberal amount of thermal paste to 18. Replace the heater supplied with the evaporator.
suction line where it enters the rear wall of Reinstall the over temperature thermostat,
freezer. thermistor, and heat transfer wires at the sides
of new evaporator. Dress wiring.
7. Insert the brazing shield behind the joints of the
evaporator inlet and outlet to protect the liner. 19. Evacuate and charge the system. Use original
factory charge quantity of R-134a. (See
8. Use torch to heat the joints of the evaporator
Evacuation and Charging Procedure.)
inlet and outlet, separate the joints and clean
the suction line and the capillary surface. 20. Replace all component parts in the freezer.
9. Loosen the 2 Phillips-head screws that hold the 21. Reinstall the rear access cover.
evaporator in place. Note locations of the heat
transfer wires at the sides of old evaporator.
These are needed to transfer heat to the turns of
the evaporator during the defrost cycle. Remove
the transfer wires and save for new evaporator
installation. Remove the old evaporator.
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5. Pull up on the damper assembly then remove
Fresh Food Damper
the air tower cover.
A damper assembly is used to control airflow
from the freezer into the fresh food compartment.
It is located on the back wall of the fresh food
compartment, behind the deli and crisper drawers.
The damper assembly consists of a 12 VDC
motorized damper sealed inside the styrofoam air
tower, and a plastic cover. The assembly is held in
place with one -in. hex-head screw at the top, and
2 pins at the bottom that fit into the liner.
To remove the fresh food damper:
1. Remove the fruit and vegetable crisper drawers

and the crisper drawer cover and frame
assembly.
Caution: The glass inserted in the deli pan cover Air Tower Cover
and frame may easily separate. Care should be
taken when removing the deli pan cover and frame
assembly.
2. Partially open the deli pan, lift and remove the

deli pan cover and frame.
6. Disconnect the damper motor wire harness.
3. Pull the deli pan out to the fully open position.
7. Remove the gasket from the bottom of the air
4. Remove the -in. hex-head screw from the top tower.
of the air tower cover.
Note: In the following step, care should be taken to
prevent damage to the air tower.
8. Carefully cut or peel off the tape that seals the

front to the back of the air tower.
Air Tower Cover
Air Tower Front
Tape
Air Tower Back
Wire Harness
Pin Pin
Gasket

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9. Separate the styrofoam air tower that houses
Articulating Door Mullion (French Door
the damper.
Models)
The articulating door mullion is attached to the
right side door, and provides a movable center
mullion that maximizes access to the fresh food
compartment. With both refrigerator doors closed
or only the left side door opened, the mullion stays
in position. When the right side door is opened, the
spring-loaded mullion is activated to fold against
the handle side of the door liner.
The pin on top of the mullion and the track, located

at the top center front of the refrigerator, ensure
proper mullion bar alignment upon closure of the
right side door.
10. Remove the damper from the separated
styrofoam air tower.
Door Closed - Door Opening -

Motorized Damper Removed Pin in Track Pin Exiting Track
Note: To prevent moisture and ice from

accumulating in the fresh food compartment:
It is imperative to properly seal the front to the

back of the air tower.
Ensure the gasket is placed between the bottom

of the air tower and the liner.

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The articulating door mullion consists of the mullion,
Water Dispenser and Interface
heater, internal spring, and 2 hinges. It is available
only as an assembly. The water dispenser assembly incorporates the
interface used for temperature control and features.
Note: If the Energy Saver light is lit, then the heaters
The interface has 2 tabs that hold it to the cradle
in the vertical and horizontal mullions are disabled.
support. The tabs are located above 2 slots located
The heater operates on 13.6 VDC when both doors behind the bottom of the interface.
are closed. It is necessary to close the left side door
To remove the water dispenser assembly:
and close the right side light switch to test for the
operating voltage of 13.6 VDC. The resistance of the 1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, push up on each
heater is approximately 4400 . tab, then pry the bottom of the interface away
from the dispenser recess.
To replace the articulating door mullion assembly it
is necessary to remove the 2 Phillips-head screws
from the top and bottom hinges. The wire harness
can be pulled out from the recess in the bottom of
the door and disconnected.
Slot Slot
Top Hinge
Slot
Bottom Hinge
Wire
Harness

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2. Carefully lower the interface and disconnect the Note: The dispenser trim is held to the dispenser
2 wire harnesses. recess by 5 retaining tabs along each side and 2 at
the top.
3. Remove the 4 Phillips-head screws and the
cradle support from the dispenser recess. 6. Using your hands or a plastic putty knife,
carefully lift or pry the dispenser trim away from
the dispenser recess.
Wire Harnesses
4. Lift and remove the drip tray.
Note: There are 2 plastic wedges that help hold the

top of the trim flush against the door panel. If the
wedges are not installed the trim will fit loosely.
5. Using a pair of long-nose pliers, pull out the 2

plastic wedges.
Wedge (1 of 2)
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Drawer Closure Mechanisms EMI Filter
Two self closing freezer drawer cam and lever The EMI Filter is accessed from the back of the
mechanisms automatically pull the drawer shut refrigerator and is located on the left side of the
when it's within 1 inch of the closed position. The compressor.
closure mechanisms are located on the lower corner
areas of the drawer and cabinet. To remove the EMI filter:
Each closure mechanism consists of a lever, spring, 1. Remove the 5/16 -in. hex-head screw that
and cam. The lever is attached with a spring to a attaches the bracket to the cabinet.
hook in the base channel. The cam is mounted to
the bottom of the drawer with two T-20 Torx screws. 2. Pull the bracket out and remove the 1/ 2-in. nut.
The lever interacts with the cam to complete the
closing of the drawer.
5/16-in. Screw
A pair of pliers can be used to remove the spring
from the hook. The spring and lever can then be
pulled out through the hole in the base channel.
1/2-in. Nut
Bottom of Drawer
Hook
3. Cut the 2 plastic wire ties that hold the EMI filter
to the bracket.
Cam
4. Mark and disconnect the wires from the EMI
Lever filter.
Spring
Roller
Wire Tie
Note: Each door closer cam can be installed Wire Tie
incorrectly. Ensure each cam is installed on the
bottom of the drawer with the hooked end towards
the center of the drawer.
Bottom View of Drawer and Right Side Cam
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Troubleshooting
Control Diagnostics Using the Temperature Display

The temperature display has a self-diagnosis mode that can be accessed and will help the technician to test
certain functions of the temperature display, defrost heater, damper, and interior fans. This mode can aid the
service technician in quickly identifying failed or improper operation of certain components and systems.
Control diagnostics using the display does not use error codes to identify problems. Instead, the temperature
display allows access to components or systems to be checked if a problem is detected.
The temperature display must be in an active mode before entering the self-diagnosis test. If the display is
blank, press any temperature button once, then release it. The display will show actual temperatures.
Enter the diagnostic mode by pressing both the freezer temperature (COLDER and WARMER) pads and
the refrigerator temperature (COLDER and WARMER) pads simultaneously. All four pads must be held for
approximately 3 seconds. Blinking "00"s in both the freezer and refrigerator sections of the display indicate
the refrigerator has entered the test mode. Remove fingers within 5 seconds and press any pad to lock-in
the test mode. The blinking "00"s will change over to solid (non-blinking) "0"s when the test mode is locked-
in. Failure to lock-in the test mode within 30 seconds will time out the test and return the refrigerator to the
normal cooling mode.
FZ FF
Mode Comments
Display Display
0 1 Showroom Mode When activated, a tone will sound briefly and the display
will flash 1 time. The cooling system stops operation. All
HMI functions will operate normally.
0 2 Display Combined HMI Temperature to main controls communications test. A
Software Version coded software version is displayed. Dispenser model
will show two numbers. See Note 1. Internal display
model will test for Pass/Fail. Should show "P". If the
format is violated, the display will read "99".
0 3 Display Main Control Temperature to dispenser communications test. A coded
Software Version software version is displayed. Dispenser model will show
two numbers. See Note 1. Internal display model will
show "F" (no dispenser board). If the format is violated,
the display will read "99".
0 4 Combined HMI to Main Dispenser to main controls communications test.
communications Dispenser model will test for Pass/Fail. Should show "P".
Internal display will show "F" (no dispenser board).
0 6 HMI Self Test Illuminates all LEDs and numerical segments. FF and FZ
displays will initially display "88". Pressing temperature
pads will change initial display. Remaining pads pressed
will toggle the LED associated with that pad. Filter pad
repeatedly pressed will toggle red, green, and amber
LEDs. To exit HMI Self Test, press and hold both FF
temperature pads simultaneously for 3 seconds, then
release.
0 7 Sensor Self Test Checks each thermistor in order and displays "P" for
pass, "0" for open circuit, or "S" for shorted circuit. See
Note 2.
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FZ FF
Mode Comments
Display Display
1 0 Open Damper Damper will open, pause briefly, and then close.
1 1 Fan Speed Test Cycles through each fan for 5 seconds.
1 2 100% Run Time This mode runs the sealed system 100% of the time.
This test will automatically time out after 1 hour of run
time. A refrigerator reset may exit this mode.
1 3 Enter Pre-chill This places the freezer in pre-chill mode essentially
issuing a Force Prechill command to the main control.
It will return to normal operation on its own. This
command will be ignored if the refrigerator is set to
OFF/Standby mode.
1 4 Toggle the State of Each time any button on the temperature board other
Defrost than four temperature adjust buttons is pressed, the
status of the FZ defrost heater will toggle. See Note 3.
1 5 Refrigerator Reset Causes a soft reset to occur at both the Combined HMI
and the Main board.
1 6 Test Mode Exit Causes a soft reset to occur at the Combined HMI
board. Note: This will not terminate test modes that the
main board is maintaining as a result of the service
diagnostics mode. To terminate test modes, Refrigerator
Reset should be used.
1 7 Degree C/F Internal display model only. Used to set the temperature
unit of measure. The current mode is displayed on the
FF display (C of F). Use either of the FF slew keys
to adjust the mode. Press any key other than the FF
slew keys to set the unit of measure to the displayed
selection.
Note 1: The first two digits are numbers. The second two digits are numbers that correspond to a letter (01=a,
02=b, 03=c,...26=z). For example, 61 and 9= a software version of 61i. 41 and 10=a software version of 41j.
Note 2: Display order: #1 = Fresh Food Thermistor, #2 = Air Thermistor, #3 = Freezer Thermistor, #4 =
Evaporator Thermistor. 05 displayed = No Thermistor installed at this location.
Note 3: The heater will not come on if the evaporator thermistor is above 70F.
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turning on and then runs the evaporator fan for 120 minutes. If the water valve cycles again in 120 minutes, the timer is reset to count another
120 minutes. Otherwise the fan will cycle off and on in a normal mode. This logic provides increased ice production.
Warranty
Refrigerator Warranty. (For customers in the United States)

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here.
or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service, Proof of the original purchase
on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES date is needed to obtain service
(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number under the warranty.
available when calling for service.
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:

GE and GE PROFILE MODELS:
One Year Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and
original purchase related service to replace the defective part.
Thirty Days Any part of the water filter cartridge which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
(Water filter, if included) During this limited thirty-day warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, a replacement water
From the original filter cartridge.
purchase date of
the refrigerator
GE PROFILE MODELS ONLY:
Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator
(GE Profile models only) and all connecting tubing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the During this limited five-year sealed refrigerating system warranty, GE will also provide,
original purchase free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part in the sealed
refrigerating system.
What GE Will Not Cover:

Service trips to your home to teach you how to use Replacement of the water filter cartridge, if included,
the product. due to water pressure that is outside the specified
operating range or due to excessive sediment in the
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
water supply.
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
Replacement of the light bulbs, if included, or water filter
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
cartridge, if included, other than as noted above.
Loss of food due to spoilage.
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit or acts of God.
breakers.
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
Damage caused after delivery. defects with this appliance.
Product not accessible to provide required service.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIESYour sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this
Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available,
you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service
location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
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GE Consumer & Industrial

Technical Service Guide

Profile Bottom Mount

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RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES

GE Consumer & Industrial

Icemaker ready or factory installed icemaker.

French door models feature optional filtered external water dispenser.

Two coil water tanks provide added

ENERGY STAR, variable speed

Up front, electronic touch

An external "air" thermistor changes

An articulating door mullion attached

BrightSpace Interior with GE Reveal Lighting.

Available in white, black, bisque, or stainless finish.

* Features may vary by model.

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Trim Kits and Decorator Panels

For panel required models

Before You Begin

3/4 (19 mm) 3/4 (19 mm)

3/4 (19 mm) 3/4 (19 mm)

3/4 (19 mm)

2 1/2 (63.5 mm)

Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels

5/16 (8 mm) 2 (51 mm) 2 (51 mm) 5/16 (8 mm)

35 29/32 (91.2 cm)

If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it is your

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its

However, if you must use an extension cord, it is

A cord with an electrical rating of 15 amperes TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

3/8 and 5/16 Socket

Phillips Head Screwdriver

(Continued next page)

(Continued next page)

16 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD 2

IMPORTANT NOTES 1 REMOVE THE

Masking Tape Thin-blade Screwdriver

Phillips Screwdriver Torx T-20 Driver

E Set the door on a non-scratching surface

(Continued next page)

3 INSTALL CENTER HINGE

NOTE: A new hinge will be required for the

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B Insert the top hinge pin into the hinge hole

2 ATTACH THE FREEZER DOOR

(appearance may vary)

IMPORTANT NOTES 1 REMOVE THE

TOOLS YOU WILL

(for water dispenser models)

Adjustable Wrench 3/8 and 10 mm Socket

Masking Tape Thin-blade Screwdriver Water Coupling

(Continued next page)

4 REHANG REFRIGERATOR DOORS

B Securely tape the door shut with masking

(appearance may vary)