GE IM1 Use and Care Manual

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Kit

Safety Instructions

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Operating Instructions, Tips

How the Icemaker Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

How to Use Your

Icemaker.......

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Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Consumer

Important Phone Numbers .......................27

Warranty ........................................Back Cover

Services ...................27

Installation

Fill Tube Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Parts List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Remove Existing Ice Cube Tray Holders . . . . . . 6

Reposition Freezer Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Install the Icemaker Inside the Freezer

Instructions ❑ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7,8

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Instructions Instructions

Instructions Install the Water Valve Assembly to the Back of the Refrigerator

Instructions

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Instructions ❑ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Instructions

Instructions Install the Water Line From the Refrigerator

to the Cold Water Pipe ........................24, 25

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HELP US HELP YOU...

Read this book carefully

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new

icemaker

your questions.

properly. Keep it handy for answers to

If You Need Service

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book,

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

Save time and money. Before you request service...

Check the Problem Solver in this book. It lists minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Chicago, IL 60606

Wacker

Drive

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

How the Icemaker Works

Water fills the empty cube mold when freezer compartment has cooled to freezing temperature. Cold air is forced directly over mold.

When frozen, the cubes are rotated up ~-----and out of the mold. The sweeper arm ejects them into the ice storage bin below.

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Ice Storage Bin

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The feeler arm senses when bin is full and signals icemaker to stop ejecting more cubes. However, the mold has been refilled and cubes frozen so the new supply is ready when needed. As soon as ice is removed from the bin, the feeler arm signals that more is needed. Icemaker resumes operation by ejecting ready-and-waiting frozen cubes.

How to Use Your Icemaker

1. To start the icemaker, lower the feeler arm to the ON (down) position. Make sure the ice bin is at the rear of the freezer compartment,

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Arm up stops operation

er will operate

below the icemaker.

2. When the icemaker is first connected you should discard the first few batches of cubes.

Notes about the icemaker

●

The icemaker ejects cubes in groups and it is normal

for several cubes to be joined together.

●

Ice cubes that have been in the ice storage bin for a

considerable length of time may pick up off-flavor tastes, stick together, and gradually become smaller. We suggest that these cubes be thrown away.

3. The feeler arm must be free to operate upward and outward over the top of the ice storage bin during each ice-delivery cycle. Make sure packages in the freezer compartment do not interfere with its movement.

4. The ice storage bin should be cleaned occasionally in warm water. Rinse and wipe dry. Be sure to raise the icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (up) position when cleaning the bin.

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5. Keep ice

level

to keep it coming If cubes should build up in one area of the ice storage bin after

being

just level them out with your -

ejected

from the

mold,

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hand. Keep cubes distributed evenly and the bin can reach maximum cube capacity.

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You may, on occasion,

ftnd

a few smaller than normal cubes in the bin. This is probably caused by low water pressure at the time of water fill.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

(continued)

When you should raise the feeler arm to the STOP (up) position

●

When the ice storage bin is removed for more than

a minute or two,

●

When the water supply will be shut off for several hours.

●

When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.

QUESTIONS?

USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER

PROBLEM ICEMAKER APPEARS TO

HAW

STOPPED OPERATING

CUBES TOO SMALL

WATER OVERFLOWS

ICE

MOLD

POSSIBLE CAUSE

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The

feeler arm is in

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icetnaker is

supply is

The freezer compartment is

cortnected

setting, (See

The shutoff valve connecting

the

not

getting the necessary

and turned

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refrigerator use and

clogged. Clean it

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The screen in the refrigerator water

water

filter if

the water

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I.&the icemaker produce 3 or 4 batches of ice. If

call for

overflows.

service.

Normal sounds you may hear

● Hum of the motor

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Movement of the cube ejector

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Humming or clicking of the water valve

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Rattling of the ice as it falls into the bin

STOP

out,

{up)

position.

on.

too

warm. Turn the temperature control to a

the

refrigerator to the home water line may be

supply has a

supply of

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valve

may be

lot of sand

water. Make sure the water

clogged. Clean it

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particles,

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out. Install a

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If you need more

heip...call,

toll free: GE Answer

Center@

800.626.2000 consumer information service

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Are you replacing an icemaker with this kit?

It’s important that you use the water valve and fill tube extension that come with this kit even though length than the original tube for proper water flow. your refrigerator may already have them installed.

The old valve will not allow enough water through to fill the icemaker properly and can cause damage.

The fill tube extension needs to be a different Cut the tube to the length indicated for your model

of refrigerator. See the Fill Tube Extension section for the correct length.

Pages 7-23, and page 26 contain seven different installation instructions.

The actual installation of the icemaker will depend on which model refrigerator you have.

Contents Of Kit IM-1

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Warranty Label

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Fill Tube Extension

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refrigerator that

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Parts List

Icemaker

2. Use and Care & Installation Guide

3. Water Valve Assembly

4. Adhesive-Backed Water Line Fasteners

5. Hose Clamp

6. Hex-Head Screw for Copper Water Line Clamp

7. Metal Water Line Clamp

8.Warranty

9. Fill Tube Extension

10.

Ice Bucket

11.

Metal Water Line Clamp

12.

Slotted Hex-Head Screw

OTHER PARTS YOU NEED...

Copper tubing, shut-off valve and fittings necessary to supply water to your refrigerator are not included in Kit IM- 1.

You can purchase a complete water supply kit from your local dealer, or other parts center. Recommended water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4 depending on the amount of copper tubing you need.

For Instruction B only.. you will need a special bucket support and a different fill tube extension. See the

Install the

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REMOVE EXISTING ICE TRAY HOLDER

Follow the instructions below for the ice tray holder that look like yours

When following Instruction G, it is not necessary to remove the ice tray shelf or, on some models, the wire shelf next to it.

Remove the ice tray holder.

●

Unhook the ice tray holder

side and bottom from the retaining hooks. Lower the holder until the side is clear of the freezer shelf and remove it from the freezer. You will not need this part.

Remove the ice tray holder.

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As you lift the tab on the left

side in the holder with the blade of a screwdriver, pull the holder forward and out. You will not need this part.

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Remove the ice tray holder.

●

Remove the 2 screws and

save them for installation of the

icemaker.

●

Lift the ice tray holder off the

plastic hook. You will not need this part.

When following Instruction G, it is not necessary to remove the ice tray shelf or, on some models, the wire shelf next to it.

Remove the ice tray shelf.

●

Lift the ice tray shelf up to

unhook the tabs on the cabinet wall and pull it forward.

●

Tilt the ice tray shelf and remove

it. You will not need this part.

Remove the ice tray shelf. .

Pull the ice tray shelf to pull

the pins out of the holes on the cabinet wall.

●

Tilt the ice tray shelf and

remove it. You will not need this part.

Follow the instructions below that apply to your model

For models with a partial-width shelf that hangs from the freezer top, or for models with a 2 level full-width shelf:

Remove the shelf to provide working room during icemaker kit installation.

INSTALL THE ICEMAKER

Installation Instructions

CAUTION: Unplug the Refrigerator.

the danger of electric shock during installation, you must unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.

Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.

Tools needed:

●

Phillips-type screwdriver

●

Blade-type screwdriver

● Sharp knife

● Pliers

Step 1

To eliminate

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lug

For models with a full-width shelf that can be moved to different levels:

Move the shelf to the lowest level.

For models with a partial width shelf resting on the freezer floor:

Move the shelf against the left wall (under the icemaker mounting area).

Step

ir duct

●

Remove the plastic insert (B)

from the air duct and discard it.

●

Loosen the two icemaker

mounting screws (C) approximately 1/2”. DO NOT REMOVE THESE SCREWS.

To reposition the two piece shelf supports: Slide the shelf up off the base mount.

Shelf

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SUPPOR

Base

mount

❑

Step

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Cut the fill tube extension (9) to the

❑

length (see the Fill Tube Extension section for the correct length) with a sharp knife or single-edge razor blade and slide it onto the fill tube against the stop.

●

Remove the screw (A) that

holds the electrical plug cover in place. You will not need this screw and cover.

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Step

INSTALL THE ICEMAKER

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Step

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Step 8

A label (8) is provided in the kit to record the date of installation for warranty purposes. Apply it to the back of the refrigerator.

Place the icemaker in the freezer compartment on its side as shown. Insert the icemaker power cord plug (D) into the socket on the side wall, making sure the prongs and holes are matched. Press the plug firmly into the socket.

Step

tops

The icemaker should feel secure

when you lift the icemaker feeler arm (F) to the STOP (up) position. Leave it there until the refrigerator is connected to the water supply to prevent premature operation.

Step

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4—A

Step

The warranty for the icemaker is printed on the back page of this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Refrigerator Use & Care Book.

The

icemaker installation inside the freezer compartment is now complete. Continue to the Installing the Water Valve Assembly section.

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Lift the icemaker so the

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tube extension (9) fits in the fill cup opening (E). Hang the icemaker on the two mounting screws (C).

Make sure:

●

The power cord plug is still

firmly

in the socket.

●

The fill tube extension (9) is

still in the

fill

cup opening. (Check the rear of the refrigerator to make sure the fill tube has not been pushed out of the back of the refrigerator.)

●

The icemaker mounting screws

are located in the uppermost position of the mounting slots.

THEN TIGHTEN THE ICEMAKER MOUNTING SCREWS SECURELY.

Replace the freezer shelf. Move the bucket support and ice bucket (10) into place directly under the icemaker.

See illustration.

NOTE:

Check again to make

sure the icemaker power cord

plug is fully inserted into its

socket with the prongs matched to the corresponding holes.

Check again to make sure the icemaker feeler arm (F) is in the STOP (up) position.

Installation Instructions

Models that call for this instruction sheet need a bucket support and different fill tube than is provided in this kit. This bucket support can only be used on models with instruction B.

Obtain this bucket support and a fill tube extension at no charge by requesting Pub. No. 2-1003 from:

General Electric Publications c/o Dri-View Manufacturing Co. 4706

Allmond

Ave.

Louisville, KY 40209

CAUTION: Unplug the

~~ $

Refrigerator.

To eliminate the danger of electric shock during installation, you must unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet.

Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.

Tools needed:

●

Phillips-type screwdriver

●

Blade-type screwdriver

●

Sharp knife

● Pliers

Step 1

Step

Fill tube extension

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Fill tube

]

Take the fill tube extension from the supplementary kit 2-1003 that you got by mail and slide it onto the

Step

fill

tube against the stop.

Place the icemaker in the freezer on its side as shown. Insert the

icemaker power cord plug (D) into the socket on the side wall, making sure the prongs and holes are matched. Press the plug firmly into the socket. When inserted, the power cord plug should

fit

flush to the freezer wall.

Step

ion

●

Lift the icemaker and position

the rear opening in the fill cup (E) over the fill cup extension. Hang the icemaker on the two mounting screws

(C).

Make sure:

●

The power cord plug is still

firmly in the socket.

●

The fill tube extension is still

in the fill cup opening. (Check the rear of the refrigerator to make sure the fill tube has not been pushed out of the back of the refrigerator.)

●

The icemaker mounting screws

are located in the uppermost position of the mounting slots.

THEN TIGHTEN THE ICEMAKER MOUNTING

SCREWS SECURELY.

(con finued next

page)

●

Remove the screw (A) that

holds the electrical plug cover in place. You will not need this screw and cover.

●

Loosen the two icemaker

mounting screws (C) approximately 1/2”. DO NOT

REMOVE THE SCREWS.

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