GE 21 Manuel D'utilisation page 40

Before you call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips (cont)
Problem
Water dispenser
does not work
Water spurting from
dispenser
No water or ice cube
production
Water is leaking from
dispenser
My display is showing
Water filter indicator light
changed color
Water filter indicator light
remains red even after
replacing the water filter
Water filter indicator
light is not lit
Handle is loose / handle
has a gap
Refrigerator beeping
Control setting is not lit
Refrigerator doors are
not even (on Double Door
models only)
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Possible Causes
Water supply line turned off
or not connected.
Water filter clogged.
Air may be trapped in
the water system.
Water in reservoir is frozen
because the controls are set
Newly-installed filter cartridge.
Supply line or shut-off valve
is clogged.
Water filter clogged.
Filter cartridge not
properly installed.
Glass not being held under
the dispenser long enough
after button is released.
Air may be present in the water
line system, causing water to
drip after being dispensed.
TurboCool function is activated.
This is normal.
Water filter indicator must
be reset.
This is normal. This light will turn
orange to tell you that you need to
replace the filter soon. The filter
cartridge should be replaced when
replacement indicator light turns red.
Handle needs adjusting.
This is the door alarm.
On some models, the light
bulbs at the top of the refrigerator
compartment light up the
temperature control settings.
Doors need realigning.
What To Do
• See Installing the water line.
• Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug.
• Press the dispenser arm for at least 2 minutes.
• Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting and wait
24 hours. If water does not dispense after 24 hours, call
too cold.
• Run 1 gallons from the dispenser to clear the system.
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• Call a plumber.
• Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug.
• Remove and reinstall filter cartridge, being certain that
it locks into place. The blade on the end of the cartridge
should be positioned vertically.
• Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for 2–3 seconds
after releasing the dispenser button. Water may continue
to dispense after the button is released.
• Dispense water for at least 2 minutes to remove air
from system.
• See About TurboCool for more information.
• See About the water filter for more information.
• Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad for
3 seconds. See About the water filter for more information.
• See About the water filter for more information.
• See Attach the Fresh Food handle and Attach the
Freezer handle sections for detailed instructions.
• Close door.
• If the control settings do not light up, check to see if the
light bulbs are burned out, and replace if necessary.
• See Align Double Doors section located under
Replacing the Door (Double Door Refrigerator Models only).
for service.