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GE CSHS5UGXCSS Owner's Manual And Installation

GE CSHS5UGXCSS Owner's Manual And Installation

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Safety Instructions
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14
Crispers and Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
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Ice and Water Dispenser . . . . . . . . . .12, 13
Refrigerator Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Replacing the Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . .15
Shelves and Bins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8
Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
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TurboCool
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Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installing the Refrigerator . . . . . . . .21-24
Moving the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . .17-20
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Water Line Installation . . . . . . . . . . .25-27
. . . . . . . . . . . .28-31
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . . . . .28
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Product Registration (U.S.) . . . . . . .33, 34
Treatment Device Certificate . . . . . . . . .37
Warranty (Canadian) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # __________________________
Serial # __________________________
Find these numbers on a label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the
top on the right side.
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Owner's Manual
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Models 22, 23, 25 and 27
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Safety Instructions ....2–3 Owner’s Manual and Installation Operating Instructions Models 22, 23, 25 and 27 Automatic Icemaker ....11 Care and Cleaning .
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: This refrigerator must be properly installed Keep fingers out of the “pinch point”...
  • Page 3 DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems Refrigerants of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, still dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few which under federal law must be removed prior days.”...

  • Page 4: Temperature Controls

    This unique special feature consists of the Air (For removal instructions, on-line, 24 hours a Tower along the back wall of the refrigerator day, contact us at ge.com or call 800.GE.CARES. and the Air Tunnel on the bottom portion In Canada, contact us at geappliances.ca or call of the freezer rear wall.

  • Page 5: Expresschill

    About ExpressChill ™ (on some models) ge.com How it Works The ExpressChill ™ The controls for this pan are located in the feature is a system of dampers, a fan and a temperature top of the refrigerator or on the dispenser with the temperature controls.

  • Page 6: Water Filter

    To order additional filter cartridges in the United States, Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the tap visit our Website at ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, to allow for better flow from the dispenser immediately 800.626.2002.

  • Page 7: Shelves And Bins

    About the shelves and bins. ge.com Not all features are on all models. Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins Snugger Large Bins The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling or sliding of small items stored on the door The larger refrigerator door bins and shelf.
  • Page 8 About the shelves and bins. Not all features are on all models. QuickSpace Shelf ™ (on some models) This shelf splits in half and slides under itself On some models, this shelf can not be used for storage of tall items on the shelf below. in the lowest position.

  • Page 9: Refrigerator Doors

    About the refrigerator doors. ge.com Refrigerator Doors The refrigerator doors may feel different The resistance you feel at the stop than the ones you are used to. The position will be reduced as the door special door opening/closing feature is loaded with food.

  • Page 10: Crispers And Pans

    About the crispers and pans. Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crispers Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be wiped dry. On some models, the bottom drawer has full extension slides that allow full access to the drawer.

  • Page 11: Automatic Icemaker

    About the automatic icemaker. ge.com A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic Icemaker The icemaker will produce seven cubes Throw away the first few batches of ice to per cycle—approximately 100–130 cubes allow the water line to clear.

  • Page 12: Ice And Water Dispenser

    About the ice and water dispenser. (on some models) To Use the Dispenser Select CUBED ICE , CRUSHED ICE Dispenser Light or WATER This pad turns the night Press the glass gently against the top light in the dispenser on of the dispenser cradle.

  • Page 13: Care And Cleaning

    Models without a shelf Removing and Replacing the Ice Models with a shelf above the ice bin above the ice bin Storage Bin on Dispenser Models To remove: To remove: There are two types of ice storage bins on dispenser models.
  • Page 14 Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you don’t roll over the power cord or icemaker away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly supply line (on some models).

  • Page 15: Replacing The Light Bulbs

    Replacing the light bulbs. ge.com NOTE: Turning the refrigerator off via the controls on the touch panel does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator. Refrigerator Compartment—Upper Light Your light shield will look like one of the following: Unplug the refrigerator.

  • Page 16: Installation Instructions

    Installation Refrigerator Instructions Models 22, 23, 25 & 27 Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN PREPARATION WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER Read these instructions completely and carefully.

  • Page 17: Moving The Refrigerator

    Installation Instructions MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR LOADING THE REFRIGERATOR If the refrigerator must go through any entrance that is less than ONTO A HAND TRUCK 38″ wide, the doors must be Leave all tape and door pads on doors removed. Proceed to Step 3. until the refrigerator is in its final location.
  • Page 18 Installation Instructions MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) DISCONNECT THE POWER CLOSE THE FREEZER AND COUPLING (on some models) REFRIGERATOR DOORS If the refrigerator has a water dispenser, there is a power line (harness) from the cabinet into the bottom hinge on the freezer door that must be disconnected.
  • Page 19 Installation Instructions REMOVE THE REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.) REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.) As one person slowly lifts the freezer door Remove the two 5/16” hex head screws, up and off the bottom hinge, the second then lift the hinge straight up to free the person should carefully guide the water hinge pin.
  • Page 20 Installation Instructions MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) REMOVE THE REPLACING THE DOORS REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.) To replace the doors, simply reverse steps 3 through 8. Lift the refrigerator door up and off the bottom hinge. However, please note the following: If the refrigerator has a refreshment •...

  • Page 21: Installing The Refrigerator

    Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not perform properly.
  • Page 22 If you are using copper tubing, place a compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing coming from the house cold water supply. If you are using the GE SmartConnect ™ tubing, the nuts are already assembled to the tubing.
  • Page 23 Installation Instructions PUT THE REFRIGERATOR LEVEL THE DOORS IN PLACE Adjust the refrigerator door to make the doors even at the top. Move the refrigerator to its final location. To align: Using a 7/16″ wrench, turn the door adjusting screw to the right to raise the LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR door, to the left to lower it.
  • Page 24 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) REPLACE THE BASE GRILLE START THE ICEMAKER Replace the grille by installing the two Set the icemaker power switch to the Phillips head screws. ON position. The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (–9°C) or below.

  • Page 25: Water Line Installation

    If using Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only copper, be sure both ends of the tubing are approved installation is with a GE RVKit. For cut square. other reverse osmosis water systems, follow To determine how much tubing you need: the manufacturer’s recommendations.
  • Page 26 • A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION...
  • Page 27 Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely. Vertical Cold Water Pipe Saddle-Type For plastic tubing from a GE Shutoff Valve SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting Tips

    Normal operating sounds. Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal. HUMMM... WHOOSH... The new high efficiency compressor may run faster You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. and longer than your old refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged...
  • Page 29 Before you call for service… ge.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator does not • Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
  • Page 30 Before you call for service… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Ice cubes have • Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes. Ice storage bin needs cleaning. odor/taste • Wrap foods well. Food transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes. •See Care and cleaning. Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.
  • Page 31 Problem Possible Causes What To Do No water or ice cube • Call a plumber. Supply line or shutoff production valve is clogged. Water filter clogged. •Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug. Dispenser is LOCKED .

  • Page 32: Performance Data Sheet

    Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System MSWF Cartridge This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42/53 for reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 42/53.* (100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage) Standard No.

  • Page 33: Product Registration (U.s.)

    • Your satisfaction is our goal. We strive to provide you with excellent service in a professional and timely manner. 1.800.626.2224 Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at for more information. *Most brands covered up to 15 years old in the continental U.S.
  • Page 34 Check here if you do not want to receive communications from GEA’s carefully selected partners. Louisville, KY 40225 FAILURE TO COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS CARD DOES NOT DIMINISH YOUR ge.com WARRANTY RIGHTS. For information about GEA’s privacy and data usage policy, go to ge.com and click on “Privacy Policy” or call 800.626.2224.

  • Page 35: Product Registration (Canadian)

    Please place in envelope and mail to: Veuillez mettre dans une enveloppe et envoyez à : OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION P.O. BOX 1780 MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO L4Y 4G1 (FOR CANADIAN CONSUMERS ONLY)

  • Page 37: State Of California Water Treatment Device Certificate

    For Purchases Made In Iowa: This form must be signed and dated by the buyer and seller prior to the consummation of this sale. This form should be retained on file by the seller for a minimum of two years. BUYER: SELLER: Name...

  • Page 38: Warranty (Canadian)

    Parts Labour (From Date of Sale) Repair or Replace at Mabe’s Option Compressor GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE Profile: Ten (10) Years GE Profile: Five (5) Years GE and All Other GE and All Other GE and All Other...

  • Page 39: Warranty (U.s.)

    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.
  • Page 40 In the U.S.: If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 In Canada: www.geappliances.ca, or write to: Director, Consumer Relations, Mabe Canada Inc.

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