GE FCM5 manual

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    ge.com Chest—Manual Defrost Models: FCM5 FCM7 FCM9 Owner’ s Manual & Installation Instructions Food Freezers 197D3355P005 49-60518 05-07 JR Safety Information How to Connect Electricity . . . . . . 4 Proper Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Use of Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . 3 Ope[...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! 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 freezer must be properly installed and located [...]

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    3 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However , if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessar y that it be a UL-liste[...]

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    4 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety , this appliance must[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the operation of your freezer . ge.com Starting the Freezer Clean the inside of the freezer with a mild solution of baking soda and water (see Care and Cleaning ). Connect cord to power outlet. On models with a T emperature Monitor or [...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the operation of your freezer . 6 Key-Ejecting Lock (on some models) The key for the spring-loaded lock is automatically ejected—key will not remain in lock in either the open or closed position. Keep the key out of reach of children[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions In most climates, defrosting will be necessary only about twice a year . T o have your freezer operate most efficiently , do not permit more than 1/2 ″ (13 mm) of frost to accumulate on the shelves. T o remove frost, scrape with a plastic [...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the freezer . Cleaning Y our Freezer ■ Outside. Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the freezer is a high quality , baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-free for[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 9 ge.com Preparing for V acation T o maintain freezer in operation during vacations, be sure your house power is not turned off. For sure protection of freezer contents, you may want to ask a neighbor to check the power supply and freezer op[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Preparing to install the freezer . Read these instructions completely and carefully . Freezer Location Y our freezer should be conveniently located for day-to-day use in a dry , well-ventilated room. Do not install the freezer where the temp[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 11 Normal operating characteristics. ge.com These things are normal and do not indicate a need for service. ■ A warm cabinet exterior as the refrigeration system transfers heat from the inside to the outside through the exterior cabinet wa[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for service… 12 Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Foods defrosting T emperature control • Move the control to a temperature setting. in OFF position. Freezer is unplugged. • Push the plug completely into the outlet. T[...]

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    Consumer Pr oduct Ownership Registration Im p o rta n t M a il T o d a y! GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 ge.com First Name Mr . ■ ■ Ms. ■ ■ Mrs. ■ ■ Miss ■ ■ Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Y ear Zip Code Apt. # Last Name Phone Number _ _ Consumer Pr oduct[...]

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    Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 15 Freezer W arranty . ■ Ser vice trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. ■ Improper installation, deliver y or maintenance. ■ Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose[...]

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    Consumer Support. GE Appliances W ebsite ge.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? T r y the GE Appliances W ebsite 24 hours a day , any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line. In Canada: www .geappliances.ca Schedule Serv[...]