GE ZIFS240 manual

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    Own e r ’ s Man ual Fresh-Food Refrigerator ZIFI240 ZIFS240[...]

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    2 Consumer Information Fresh-Food Refrigerator Introduction Y our new Monogram fresh-food refrigerator makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen planning flexibility . Whether you chose it for its purity of design or the assiduous attention to detail, you will find that your Monogram fresh-food refrigerator’ s superior blend o[...]

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    3 If you received a damaged appliance The warranty does not cover damage caused after delivery . Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the fresh-food refrigerator . If you need ser vice T o obtain service, see the Consumer Ser vices page in the back of this manual. W e are proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for [...]

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    4 REFRIGERANTS All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with the company handling the disposal about what to do. w W ARNING— When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the fol[...]

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    w DANGER! RISQUES POUR LES ENF ANTS Les enfants pris au piège ou morts d’asphyxie sont toujours d’actualité. Les appareils de réfrigération abandonés sont toujours aussi dangereux, même si on n’attend que “quelque jours” pour s’en débarasser . Si vous ne gardez pas votre ancien appareil, veuillez suivre les directives ci-dessous [...]

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    6 HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (gr ound) prong from the power cord. For personal safety , this appliance must be properly gr ounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibili[...]

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    7 RACCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE Ne coupez ni retirez en aucun cas la tr oisième broche (mise à la terre) de la fiche du cordon d’alimentation. Pour votre sécurité, cet appareil doit être correctement mis à la ter re. Le cordon d’alimentation de cet appareil est muni d’une fiche à 3 broches (mise à la terre) qui se branche dans une prise mu[...]

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    Controls and Features Fresh-Food Refrigerator Unit ON/OFF This pad stops cooling in the fresh-food refrigerator , turns off the temperature controls and removes power to the light circuit. Press this pad for a minimum of 3 seconds to turn the fresh-food refrigerator on or off or unplug the unit for long vacations or absences, or when cleaning the u[...]

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    Controls and Features Fresh-Food Refrigerator 9 Glass shelves T empered glass shelves in the fresh-food refrigerator are removable for easy cleaning or for storing larger items. T o remove a shelf, open the door completely to avoid potential damage to the gasket. Lift up on the back of the shelf slightly . Tilt the shelf to one side at an angle whi[...]

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    Controls and Features Fresh-Food Refrigerator V egetable pan The full extension vegetable pan provides constant high humidity levels required to store most fruit and vegetables. How long produce can be stored will depend upon the type of food and its condition when placed in the pan. Unlike many refrigerators the pan may be removed with the door at[...]

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    Door gasket The vinyl gasket may be cleaned with mild soap and water , a baking soda solution or a mild scouring powder . Rinse well. After cleaning the door gasket, apply a thin layer of paraffin wax or petroleum jelly to the door gasket at the hinge side. This helps keep the gasket from sticking and bending out of shape. Light bulb replacement T [...]

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    Care and Cleaning Fresh-Food Refrigerator Cleaning the inside Unplug the fresh-food refrigerator befor e cleaning. If this is not practical, tur n the unit OFF and wring excess moisture out of the cloth or sponge when cleaning around lights or controls. Use warm water and baking soda solution— about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart [...]

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    Built-In Dimensions Fresh-Food Refrigerator Cut-out dimensions: Height: 34 1 / 2 ″ (876 mm) minimum Width: 23 3 / 4 ″ (603 mm) minimum Depth: 24 ″ (610 mm) Installation dimensions stainless steel (ZIFS240 model) The fresh-food refrigerator can be a freestanding model or can be built in using the cut-out dimensions below . When building in the[...]

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    14 Product clearances The fresh-food refrigerator is factory set for a 110° door swing. When installed in a cor ner: Check the model number and allow the appropriate clearance for the 90° door swing and to allow racks to slide out. • ZIFS240 – 4 ″ minimum to wall. • ZIFI240 – 4-1/2 ″ minimum to wall. Check the model number and allow t[...]

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    Assemble overlay panels with glue and screws: 1. Center spacer panel on the backer panel, left to right and top to bottom. Secure the panels with glue. 2. Center the spacer/ backer panel on the overlay panel. Secure with glue and screws. Countersink all screws into the backer panel. Custom Panel Hinge Routing Dimensions Use a 3/4 ″ router bit to [...]

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    16 • Y ou may hear cracking or popping sounds when the appliance is first plugged in. This happens as the appliance cools to the correct temperature. • The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when relays activate to control appliance components. • Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause cr[...]

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    17 Questions? Use this problem solver! The Problem Solver Fresh-Food Refrigerator PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE APPLIANCE • Appliance may be in defrost cycle when compressor motor does not DOES NOT OPERA TE operate for about 30 minutes. • Appliance is so quiet, that most of the time you will hear low or no operating noise. • Controls are set to OFF [...]

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    18 Questions? Use this problem solver! The Problem Solver Fresh-Food Refrigerator PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE APPLIANCE • Interior needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning. HAS ODOR • Keep open box of baking soda in appliance; replace ever y 3 months. DOOR NOT CLOSING • Door gasket is sticking or folding over . Apply petroleum jelly or PROPERL Y para[...]

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    19 Consumer Ser vices Fresh-Food Refrigerator With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need infor mation or assistance from GE, we will be there. All you have to do is call—toll- free! GE Answer Center ® In the USA: 800.626.2000 Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer C[...]

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    197D5891P002 49-60306-4 Printed in Slovenia 04-05 JR YOUR MONOGRAM FRESH-FOOD REFRIGERA TOR WARRANTY Staple sales slip or canceled check here. Pr oof of original purchase date is needed to obtain ser vice under war ranty . WHA T IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase FULL ONE-YEAR W ARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we[...]