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GEAppliances GFE28HMH User Manual

GEAppliances GFE28HMH
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GE Appliances
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GEAppliances GFE28HMH Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE Appliances
ModelGFE28HMH
CategoryRefrigerator
TypeFrench Door
Total Capacity27.8 cu. ft.
Refrigerator Capacity18.6 cu. ft.
Ice MakerYes
Water DispenserYes
Energy Star CertifiedYes
ColorStainless Steel
Width35.75 in.
Depth36.25 in

Summary

Safety Requirements

Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) 6 Step Process

Six-step process for safely servicing the appliance.

Personal Protective Equipment

Required safety gear for GE Factory Service Employees during repairs.

Technical Data

Electrical Specifications Overview

Technical electrical ratings and values for various models.

Water Filter Cartridge

Installing the Filter Cartridge

Step-by-step guide for installing the water filter cartridge.

Filter Replacement and Removal

Guidance on when to replace and how to remove the water filter.

Automatic Ice Maker

Ice Maker Operation and Initial Setup

Information on ice production capacity and initial startup.

Dealer Demo Mode

Entering and Exiting Dealer Demo Mode

Steps to activate and deactivate the Dealer Demo Mode.

Autofill Diagnostic Procedure

Entering Sensor Diagnostics

Steps to initiate sensor diagnostics for the autofill system.

Exiting Sensor Diagnostics

Procedures to exit the sensor diagnostic mode.

Component Locator Views

Fresh Food Compartment Layout

Diagram showing component locations within the fresh food compartment.

Component Locator Views (Continued)

Freezer Compartment Layout

Diagram showing component locations within the freezer compartment.

Control Board Connector Locator

Main Control Board Connectors

Identification of connectors on the main control board.

Control Board Connector Locator (Continued)

Door Board and Dispenser Board Connectors

Identification of connectors on the door and dispenser boards.

Refrigeration System

Refrigerant Flow Description

Explanation of how refrigerant circulates through the system.

Refrigeration System Cooling Diagrams

Cooling Operation - Position A

Diagram illustrating cooling operation when the 3-way valve is in Position A.

Refrigeration System Cooling Diagrams (Continued)

Cooling Operation - Position B

Diagram illustrating cooling operation when the 3-way valve is in Position B.

Operation Overview

Operation Overview (Continued)

Heated Defrost Cycles

Details on the heated defrost cycle for both compartments.

Thermistors

Fresh Food System Components

Fresh Food Defrost Heater Removal

Procedure for removing the fresh food defrost heater.

Freezer System Components

Freezer Defrost Heater Removal

Procedure for removing the freezer defrost heater.

Freezer Evaporator Thermistor

Freezer Evaporator Thermistor Replacement

Procedure for replacing the freezer evaporator thermistor.

3-Way Valve and Inverter System

Inverter and Compressor Service

Inverter Removal Procedure

Steps to remove the inverter from the refrigerator.

Compressor Replacement Procedure

Steps for replacing the refrigerator compressor.

Compressor Operation and Verification

Inverter Compressor Operational Details

Details on the 3-phase inverter compressor and its operation.

Single-Speed Compressor Verification

Information regarding single-speed compressors and how to verify operation.

Dispenser Assembly Service

Dispenser Assembly Component Removal

Steps to remove components of the dispenser assembly.

Dispenser Assembly Service (Continued)

Icemakers

Icemaker Operation and Diagnostics

Icemaker Removal and Diagnostics

Fresh Food Door Icemaker Removal

Procedure for removing the icemaker from the fresh food door.

Freezer Icemaker and Ice Box Thermistor

Freezer Icemaker Removal Procedure

Steps for removing the freezer icemaker.

RFID Water Filter System

Circuit Boards

Main Control Board Installation and Function

Description of the main control board's functions and installation.

Circuit Boards (Continued)

Door Control Board Function and Removal

Explanation of the door control board's functions and removal.

Service Diagnostic Mode

Accessing Service Mode for Diagnostics

How to enter the service mode for diagnostic tests.

Service Diagnostic Tests: Boards

Board Diagnostic Tests

List of diagnostic tests for various boards.

Service Diagnostic Tests: Thermistors

Thermistor Diagnostic Tests

List of diagnostic tests for thermistors.

Service Diagnostic Tests: Motors, Dampers, Heaters

Motor, Damper, Heater Diagnostic Tests

List of diagnostic tests for motors, dampers, and heaters.

Service Diagnostic Tests: Fans

Fan Diagnostic Tests

List of diagnostic tests for various fan components.

Service Diagnostic Tests: Systems

Seal System, Icemaker, Dispenser, Heater, Light Tests

List of diagnostic tests for these system components.

Service Diagnostic Tests (Continued)

Fault Codes

Accessing Service Mode for Fault Codes

How to enter service mode to view fault codes.

Fault Codes and Display

Error Code Display and Interpretation

How error codes are displayed and interpreted.

Clearing Fault Codes Log

Procedure to clear stored fault codes.

Fault Codes: Thermistors

Thermistor Fault Code Definitions

Definitions and causes for thermistor-related fault codes.

Fault Codes: Fan Motors

Fan Motor Fault Code Descriptions

Fault codes related to fan motor operation and feedback.

Fault Codes: Defrost System

Defrost System Fault Codes

Fault codes associated with defrost system operation.

Fault Codes: Sealed System and Main Board

Sealed System Fault Codes

Fault codes related to the sealed refrigeration system.

Main Board Fault Codes

Fault codes indicating issues with the main control board.

Fault Codes: Door Board

Door Board Fault Code Definitions

Fault codes indicating problems with the door control board.

Fault Codes: Hot Water and Icemaker

Hot Water & Icemaker Fault Code List

Fault codes related to hot water and icemaker functions.

Fault Codes: Icemaker System

Icemaker System Fault Codes

Fault codes specific to icemaker operation and conditions.

Fault Codes: User Interaction

User Interaction Fault Codes

Fault codes related to user interface and component interaction issues.

Fault Codes: User Interaction (Continued)

Additional User Interaction Fault Codes

Additional fault codes for interaction issues.

Schematics and Wiring Diagrams

Cabinet Wiring Diagram

Wiring diagram for cabinet components.

Schematics and Wiring Diagrams (Continued)

Cafe Models Dispenser Wiring

Wiring diagram for Cafe models' dispenser and door boards.

Profile Models Dispenser Wiring

Wiring diagram for Profile models' dispenser and door boards.

GE/Adora Models Dispenser Wiring

Wiring diagram for GE/Adora models' dispenser and door boards.

Warranty Information

GE Appliances Warranty Terms

Detailed terms and conditions of the GE Appliances warranty.

Warranty Exclusions

Exclusions from the GE Appliances warranty coverage.

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