Troubleshooting tips, Save time and money – GE 3 Cubic Foot Models User Manual

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Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

Refrigerator does not

Control in OFF position.

•

Move the control to a

operate

temperature setting.

Refrigerator is

•

Push the plug completely

unplugged.

into the outlet.

The fuse is blown/circuit

•

Replace fuse or reset

breaker is tripped.

the breaker.

Vibration or rattling

Front leveling legs

•

See Leveling Legs.

(slight vibration

(on some models)

is normal)

need adjusting.

Refrigerator is on

•

Use shims to level the

an uneven surface.

refrigerator.

Motor operates for

Normal when refrigerator

•

Wait 24 hours for the

long periods or cycles

is first plugged in.

refrigerator to completely
cool down.

Often occurs when

•

This is normal.

large amounts of food
are placed in refrigerator.

Door left open.

•

Check to see if package is
holding door open.

Hot weather or frequent

•

This is normal.

door openings.

Temperature control

•

See About the control.

set at the coldest setting.

Not enough clearance

•

See Clearances in Preparing

from the wall.

to install the refrigerator.

Door will not open

Refrigerator is locked

•

Unlock the door with

(lock is available

the key. If the key has

on some models).

been lost, a replacement
key can be ordered by
visiting our Website
www.GEAppliances.com,
or calling GE Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002.

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