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Operating Instructions
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9
Dispenser* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Autofill* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Fresh Food Storage Options . . . . .13,14
Climate Zone & Temperature
Controlled Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15,16
Freezer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Automatic Ice maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Replacing the Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Preparing to Install the
Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 22
Installing the Refrigerator . . . . . . . 23-33
Installing the Water Line . . . . . . . . 34-36
Normal Operating Conditions . . . . . . .37
Truth or Myth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 41
Consumer Support
GE
Brillion™ Get Connected
Starter Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Warranty for U.S. Customers . . . . . . . .43
RPWF Water Filter Cartridge Limited
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . . . . .45
State of California Water Treatment
Device Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . Back Cover
*Select Models Only
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Model # ____________________
Serial # ____________________
Find these numbers on a label
on the left side, near the middle
of the refrigerator compartment.
and GNE are Standard Depth Models (SD)
. . . . . . 38, 39
239D4106P009 49-60683 01-13 GE
Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
GE and GE Profile™ models
Models that start with PFE, GFE, DFE,
Models that start with PYE and PWE
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Features ......4, 5 GE and GE Profile™ models Controls ......6–9 Dispenser* . -
Page 2: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING GE Appliances website For more information on your refrigerator’s operation, visit GEAppliances.com www. REFRIGERATOR SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. -
Page 3: Proper Disposal Of Your Old Refrigerator
GEAppliances.com SAFETY (CONT.) WARNING Tip Over Hazard. Built-in style models (model PYE, CYE, and PWE) are top heavy, especially with any doors open. These models must be secured with the anti-tip floor bracket to prevent tipping forward, which could result in death or serious injury. -
Page 4: Features
About the features. * Space-saving ice maker* QuickSpace™ shelf Ice maker and bin are located on the door creating more usable storage space. Functions as a normal full-sized shelf when needed and easily slides back to store tall items below. Showcase LED lighting Spillproof shelves LED lighting is positioned throughout the interior to spotlight areas... - Page 5 About the features. * GEAppliances.com Door ice bin* 1. Open left fresh food door. Latch 2. Pull down latch to release bin door. 3. Using handhold lift ice bucket up and out to clear locators in bottom of bin. 4. To replace the ice bucket, set it on the Ice bucket guide brackets and push until the ice bucket seats properly.
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Page 6: Controls
About the controls with temperature settings. PFE29,PYE23P Control Style A, LCD External Control Temperature Express Mode Settings Control Precise Fill Cubed Lock Auto Fill Refrigerator Light Hold 3 Sec for °F/°C Recommended: 37 °F Cubed Water Crushed Actual Set PFE27, PYE23K Control Style B, LCD External Control Energy Smart Recommended: 0°F... - Page 7 About the controls with temperature settings. GEAppliances.com Changing the Temperature for Control Style A To turn OFF cooling system, access SETTINGS from the To Change the Refrigerator Temperature: HOME screen. Page over and tap COOLING SYSTEM ON. Access By: Temperature Button Temperature Press DONE to return to HOME screen.
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Page 8: Controls Features
About the controls - features. Control Style A, External Controls Control Style B, External Controls PFE27, PYE23K PFE29, PYE23P Freezer Refrigerator Temperature Express Mode Settings Control Precise Fill Cubed Lock Actual Temp Set Temp Turbo Freeze Turbo Cool Auto Fill Light Door Alarm Lock Controls... -
Page 9: Controls
About the controls - features.* GEAppliances.com GFE29, GFE27, Control Style C, External Controls DFE29 Freezer Refrigerator Actual Temp Hold 3 sec Set Temp Ice Top ON OFF EnergySmart Turbo Ice Bottom ON OFF Maker Replace Water Filter Cool Door Lock Alarm Controls Dispenser... -
Page 10: Dispenser
About the dispenser.* If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, Water & Ice Dispenser (See About the controls there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser with temperature settings & paddle for at least five minutes to remove trapped air from the About the control features) water line and to fill the water system. -
Page 11: Autofill
About autofill.* GEAppliances.com To Use HANDS FREE AUTO FILL: Center container on Recess Dispenser Tray (not touching bottom sensors) and remove hand from container AUTO FILL To Stop AUTO FILL Press CANCEL, to resume filling press AUTO FILL. Important Facts about AUTO FILL container, water flow rate, container shape, and ice cubes. -
Page 12: Water Filter
GE filters meet rigorous industry NSF standards for safety and quality that are important for products that are filtering your water. GE has not qualified non-GE-branded filters for use in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no assurance that non-GE-branded filters meet GE's standards for quality, performance and reliability. -
Page 13: Fresh Food Storage Options
About the fresh food storage options. Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable. 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. - Page 14 About the fresh food storage options. Non-Adjustable Dairy Bin To remove: Lift the dairy bin straight up, To replace: Engage the bin in the molded door then pull out. supports and push down. The bin will lock in place. See page 33. Adjustable Bins on the Door Adjustable bins can easily be carried from Drop down tray *...
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Page 15: Controlled Drawer
About the climate zone and temperature controlled drawer. GEAppliances.com ClimateZone Keep fruits and vegetables organized in separate compartments for easy access. Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry. Temperature Controlled Drawer* The Temperature Controlled Drawer is a full-width drawer with adjustable temperature... -
Page 16: To Remove/Replace Adjustable Deli/Produce Drawer
About the climate zone and temperature controlled drawer. How to Remove and Replace the Adjustable Deli/Produce Drawer To remove: To replace: Pull the drawer out to the stop position. Pull left and right slides until fully extended. Lift the front of the drawer up and out. Place drawer back in first and rotate drawer front down to seat on slide. -
Page 17: Freezer
About the freezer. GEAppliances.com Freezer Basket and Drawer Basket. Drawer Utility Bin / Ice Bucket Non-Adjustable Bin in the Freezer To remove: push in plastic tab on either left or right side To replace: slide bin into location until it locks into place. -
Page 18: Turning Ice Maker On/Off
About the automatic ice maker. A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic Ice Maker* You may hear a buzzing sound each time the ice maker fills with water. The ice maker will produce seven cubes Ice maker per cycle approximately 100–130 cubes Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow... -
Page 19: Care And Cleaning
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. GEAppliances.com Cleaning the Outside The stainless steel panels, door handles and trim. Silver-accented plastic parts. Do not use appliance wax, polish, bleach, or other products Wash parts with soap or other mild detergents. Wipe clean containing chlorine on stainless steel. -
Page 20: Replacing The Lights
An authorized technician will need to replace the LED light. If this assembly needs to be replaced, call GE Service at 1.800.432.2737 in the United States or 1.800.561.3344 in Canada. *Select Models Only... -
Page 21: Installation Instructions
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICE MAKER AND DISPENSER If the refrigerator has an ice maker, it will have to be connected to a cold water line. A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and instructions) is available at extra cost from your dealer, by visiting our website at GEAppliances.com (in Canada at www. -
Page 22: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions DIMENSIONS All measurements are given with leveling leg fully retracted. Counter Depth (CD) Models Only Standard Depth (SD) Models Only Case Depth w/o ” Doors 29 ” ” ” CD ” SD Height from floor to hinge ” cover top 69 69”... -
Page 23: Installing The Refrigerator
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATION REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR HANDLE Handle Design varies based on models, however will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often Installation is same. enough to maintain proper temperatures. Stainless steel and plastic handles: Loosen the set screws with the 1/8”... - Page 24 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont) Securely tape the door shut with masking tape or have Disconnect the water line from the back of the unit by a second person support the door. pressing down on the dark grey collar while pulling up on the water line.
- Page 25 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (cont) REINSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Reverse steps 1 through 4 to reinstall refrigerator, follow Note: for proper installation later, please follow the next step details below for critical alignments. carefully. Remove the tape and keeping the door as straight as possible, open the door to 90º...
- Page 26 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR REPLACING THE FREEZER DOOR Pull the freezer door open to full extension. Pull the slide Mechanism to full extension using both Remove 3 attachment screws, located at the bottom hands simultaneously. on each side of the freezer door using 3/8”...
- Page 27 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) Instructions for adjusting freezer door gaps: IMPORTANT! The 6 mounting screws (3 on each side) are NOT interchangeable with the center or top hinge screws. Drawer screws have flat washer heads, and other screws have lines/ribs on washer heads. After installation of the freezer door, check for uniform gaps (top and bottom of right and left hand side) with the template provided.
- Page 28 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) LEVEL THE FREEZER DOOR LEVEL THE FREEZER DOOR (cont.) Lift the door on the side requiring adjustment, rotate the cam to required position. 0 - Initial position 1 - Lift by 0.050” -1 - Lower by 0.050” -2 - Lower by 0.100 -3 - Lower by 0.150”...
- Page 29 Installation Anti-Tip Floor Bracket Instructions PYE, PWE Models Only TOOLS YOU WILL NEED WARNING Tip Over Hazard. 1/8” (3 mm) Drill Bit and Tape measure Electric or Hand Drill Built-in style models (model PYE, CYE, and PWE) are top heavy, especially with any doors open. These 5/16”...
- Page 30 Installation Instructions LOCATING THE ANTI-TIP FLOOR CONCRETE Wall and Floor Construction: AT-2 BRACKET (cont.) 4 each 1/4” (6 mm) x 1-1/2” (38 mm) lag bolts Figure 2 – Acceptable 4 each 1/2” (12 mm) O.D. sleeve anchors Screw Placement Locations anchors into the concrete at the center of the Recommended Installation Recommended Installation...
- Page 31 You may need to pry open the clamp. sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator’s water valve. Install it in the water line near the refrigerator. If using GE SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter.
- Page 32 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (cont.) TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Remember a level refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on leveling the refrigerator. When When the left the left...
- Page 33 Position the bin hooks over the bin locator and push forward until inserted fully. Push bin down until locked into posi- tion. Bin hook rear each side Bin locator each side GE Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 Refer to 239D4129P002 Pub No. 31-45498 GEAppliances.com...
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Page 34: Installing The Water Line
When using any electrical device (such as a power Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation drill) during installation, be sure the device is double is with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent systems, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. - Page 35 (cont.) Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) used drinking water line. NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that supplied in GE SmartConnect Refrigerator ™ SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY Tubing kits. Do not use any other plastic water...
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Page 36: Installing The Water Line
Pipe Clamp Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely. For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten... -
Page 37: Normal Operating Conditions
Normal operating conditions. GEAppliances.com 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 and longer than your old refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched hum You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. -
Page 38: Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service… 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 Water filter indicator light Water filter indicator must be reset Non-LCD models: remains lit after replacing filter -Press and hold reset button. -
Page 39: Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service… GEAppliances.com Troubleshooting Tips (cont) Problem Possible Causes What to Do No water or ice cube production* Supply line or shutoff valve is clogge Call a plumber Water filter is clogged Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install bypass plug Filter cartridge not properly installed Remove and reinstall filter cartridge,... -
Page 40: Truth Or Myth
Before you call for service, review the detailed troubleshooting tips in the Owner’s SERVICE manual. If needed, service can be scheduled by visiting us online GEAppliances. com or calling 800.ge.CARES 800.432.2737 Truth or Myth Truth or Myth? Answer Explanation The refrigerator water filter may require replacement,... -
Page 41: Truth Or Myth
Before you call for service, review the detailed troubleshooting tips in the Owner’s SERVICE manual. If needed, service can be scheduled by visiting us online GEAppliances. com or calling 800.ge.CARES 800.432.2737 Truth or Myth (cont.) Truth or Myth? Answer Explanation Door removal is always required for installation. -
Page 42: Starter Kit
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Page 43: Warranty For U.s. Customers
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 44 Date * If your GE part fails because of a manufacturing defect within thirty days from the date of original purchase for use, we will give you a new or, at our option, a rebuilt part without charge. Return the defective part to the parts supplier from whom it was purchased together with a copy of the “proof of purchase” for the part. If the part is defective and shows no signs of abuse, it will be exchanged.
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Page 45: Performance Data Sheet
System tested and certifi ed by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard Appliances 42 and Standard 53 in model GE RPWF for the reduction of the claims specifi ed Appliance Park on the performance data sheet. -
Page 46: Device Certificate
2110 Date Issued: November 16, 2011 Trademark/Model Designation Replacement Elements GE RPWF RPWF Manufacturer: 3M Purification Inc. The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:... -
Page 47: Consumer Support
Contact Us GEAppliances.com 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:...
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how do you remove the ice in this refrigeratot PFE29PSDASS
To remove ice from the GE refrigerator model PFE29PSDSS, follow these steps:
1. Extra Ice Storage: There is additional ice storage in the freezer compartment drawer.
2. Ice Bucket Removal:
- Open the freezer drawer.
- Lift and pull the left-hand door to access the ice compartment.
- Locate the ice bucket and turn it 1/4 turn clockwise to release it.
- Pull the bucket out to remove the ice.
If necessary, refer to the refrigerator’s manual for specific instructions.
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