With few exceptions ge refrigerator handles can be removed to reverse the way a door opens for top or bottom freezer models as well as to simply upgrade the handles to a nicer set.
Ge fridge door handle removal.
You can remove a ge refrigerator handle in minutes with just one screwdriver.
Take a putty knife to ends of the strips and bend.
Just push the clip in and pull up on it.
Locate locking tab under the handle at the upper handle base.
Bottom mount and french door refrigerator attaching tightening or removing the handles.
They will pop off and then you will find the handles attached with two torx20 screws holding them in place remove and your good to go.
I show you how to remove the handles on a ge profile refrigerator.
Handles with locking tab.
For instructions on replacing the handle.
Handles are secured to the door by fasteners.
Turn clockwise to tighten.
It s actually pretty simple.
Use a 3 16 inch allen wrench wx05x10316 to tighten the mounting stud.
Model specific directions can be found in the installation section of your owner s manual.
Some refrigerator handles have a recessed set screw that requires removal with a hex wrench before rotation of the handle.
It is easy to install the handles tighten or replace the fresh food and freezer handles on a french door refrigerator.
Step 1 open the freezer door.
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