GE IM4D Maintance Manual
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IM -4D
Safety Information ................ 2
Operating Instructions ............3
Before You Call For Service ...........5, 6
Normal Sounds You May Hear ...........3
Preparing for Vacation .................3
When You Should Set the
Icemaker Power Switch to OFF ..........3
Installation Instructions
Icemaker Installation ................7-13
Water Line Installation .............18-21
Water Valve Assembly Installation . .14-17
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ........... Back Cover
Warranty ............................ 22
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
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Icemaker Accessory Kit
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY INFORMATION
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All
safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, or “CAUTION”. These words are
defined as:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
Do not place fingers or hands in the automatic
icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is
plugged in. This will help protect you from possible
injury.
It will also prevent interference with moving parts
of the ejector mechanism and the heating element
that releases the cubes, located on the bottom
of the icemaker.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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About the automatic icemaker. GEAppliances.com
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power
Switch
Feeler Arm
(Appearance may vary)
Icemaker
Automatic Icemaker
The icemaker will produce seven cubes
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cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on
freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and
other use conditions.
If the refrigerator is operated before the
water connection is made to the icemaker,
set the power switch to OFF.
When the refrigerator has been connected to
the water supply, set the power switch to ON.
The icemaker will fill with water when
it cools to freezing. A newly-installed
refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to
begin making ice cubes.
Preparing for Vacation
Set the icemaker power switch to OFF and
shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
You will hear a buzzing sound each time the
icemaker fills with water.
Throw away the first few batches of ice to
allow the water line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of
the feeler arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler
arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be joined
together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will
become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
If the temperature can drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicer drain the water
supply system (on some models) to prevent
serious property damage due to flooding.
When you should set the icemaker power switch to OFF
■ 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.
Normal sounds you may hear
■ The icemaker water valve will buzz when
the icemaker fills with water. If the power
switch is in the ON position, it will buzz even
if it has not yet been hooked up to water.
Keeping the power switch in the ON position
before it is hooked up to water can damage
the icemaker. To prevent this, move the
power switch to the OFF position. This will
stop the buzzing.
■ The sound of cubes dropping into the bin
and water running in the pipes as the
icemaker refills.
3
Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the following chart first
and you may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Automatic icemaker Freezer compartment • After installing the kit, allow the refrigerator to completely
does not work too warm. cool down for 24 hours. Once the compartment is cool,
the icemaker will begin ice production.
Icemaker is not turned on. • Move the icemaker
power switch to the
ON position.
Icemaker is not plugged • Check that the icemaker
in correctly. cord plug is fully inserted into
the socket. See Plug in
the icemaker.
Water line kinked. • Check that the plastic water
line running from the valve
to the water tube inlet is not
kinked. See Connect the
water line. A kink in the
water line will restrict flow
to the water line.
Power
Switch
Hook
Icemaker
Feeler
Arm
(Appearance may vary)
Locking
Tabs
Clip Restraints
onto Locking
Tabs
Adhesive-backed
Fasteners for
Water Tube
Water supply turned off or • After installing the kit, make sure the house water supply
not connected. to the refrigerator has been turned on.
Piled up cubes in the storage bin • Level cubes by hand.
cause the icemaker to shut off.
Water valve is not plugged in • Check that the valve wire
correctly. adapter is completely
Adapter
Valve Terminals
plugged onto the terminals
on the water valve.
See Attach the water valve.
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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Leaking water around Foam in the fill cup from • If the fill tube was installed by sliding it through the back
the fill cup installing the fill tube. of the refrigerator, it may have picked up pieces of foam
as it was pushed through. This foam can interfere with
the water flow in the fill cup. Check the cup and make
sure there are no foam pieces.
Fill tube not correctly seated • Check that the fill tube is
in the fill cup. correctly inserted in the
fill cup opening. See Mount
the icemaker.
Fill Tube
Fill
Tube
Fill Cup
Leaking water behind House supply not properly • Check that the house supply is firmly attached to
the refrigerator connected to the water valve. the water valve. See Water line installation instructions.
Water line not connected • Check that the plastic
to the water tube inlet. water line running from
the valve to the water tube
inlet is firmly attached with
the hose clamp. See Connect
Water
Tube Inlet
Hose Clamp
the water line.
Water Line
Slow ice/freezer not Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
cold enough
Temperature control not • See About the Temperature Control in the Owner’s Manual of
set cold enough. the refrigerator.
Ice cubes too small/ Water shutoff valve connecting • We recommend drilling a 1/4" hole
slow ice refrigerator to house water line in the water pipe to connect the water
may be clogged. shut-off valve. Failure to drill a 1/4"
Drill 1/4" hole
in water pipe
hole may result in reduced ice
production or smaller cubes.
See Installing the water line.
Water line kinked. • Check that the plastic water
line running from the valve
to the water tube inlet is not
kinked. See Connect the
water line. A kink in the
water line will restrict flow
to the icemaker.
Adhesive-backed
Fasteners for
Water Tube
5
Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the following chart first
and you may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Ice cubes not landing Icemaker cord causing icemaker/ • Be sure icemaker power cord is in the hook as
in bucket bucket misalignment stated in Step 8 in Installation Instructions.
Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
odor/taste
to ice cubes.
Interior of refrigerator • See Care and cleaning in the Owner’s Manual of the
needs cleaning. refrigerator.
Frequent “buzzing” Normal operation. • During normal operation, the water valve will “buzz”
sound when the icemaker fills with water.
Food transmitting odor/taste • Wrap foods well.
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Installation IM-4D
Instructions Icemaker Kit
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or Visit our Website at: geappliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•
IMPORTANT – Save these instructions
for local inspector’s use.
•
IMPORTANT – Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.
• Skill level²,QVWDOODWLRQRIWKLVDSSOLDQFHUHTXLUHV
basic mechanical and electrical skills.
• Completion time²²PLQXWHV
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
ARE YOU REPLACING AN
ICEMAKER WITH THIS KIT?
It’s important that you use the water valve and fill tube
assembly that come with this kit, even though your
refrigerator may already have them installed.
The old valve will not allow enough water through to fill
the icemaker properly and will cause damage.
DAMAGE – SHIPMENT/INSTALLATION
• If the unit is damaged in shipment, return the unit to the
store in which it was bought for repair or replacement.
• If the unit is damaged by the customer, repair or
replacement is the responsibility of the customer.
• If the unit is damaged by the installer (if other than
the customer), repair or replacement must be made by
arrangement between customer and installer.
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CONTENTS OF KIT IM-4D
1
Icemaker
(Appearance may vary)
Installation
Instructions
2
Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions
6
Water Line Clamp
(strain relief), for house
water line
ICEMAKER
WARRANTY VERIFICATION
Date Installed
Dealer
Warranty Label
7
11
Short (~8”) Fill tube Assembly
12
Long (~9”) Fill tube Assembly
Icemaker Fill Cup
13
(side-mounted)
8
Ice Bucket
3
Water Valve and
Tube Assembly
4
Adhesive-Backed Water Tube
Fasteners, to secure plastic
water tube (4)
5
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for Water Line Clamp (3/4”)*
*NOTE: Screw lengths are the lengths of the threaded portion of the screw, not including the head.
9
+H[+HDG6FUHZIRU
attaching water valve (3/8”)*
10
Phillips Head Screws,
for mounting icemaker (2)
(7/8”)*
Hose Clamp
14
+H[+HDG6FUHZVIRU
15
attaching water tube
inlet cover (2) (5/8”)*
16
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Installation Instructions
ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS U V OR W
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For letter V :
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.
WARNING
•
risk of electric shock or injury during
installation, you must first unplug the
refrigerator before proceeding. Failure
to follow these instructions can result in
electrical shock.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
To eliminate the
It is important to use the correct fill tube assembly
because the length is critical to the performance of
your icemaker. It is also critical to prevent any leaking
from the fill tube into the freezer itself.
• Open the fresh food door and locate the label in the
upper left corner of the compartment.
• Find the model number in bold listed under
MODEL NO.
• Match the two digit number in the model number
to the fill tube number in the table below. NOTE: The
desired number starts at the fourth character.
Flat blade and Phillips
screwdrivers
1
SELECT FILL TUBE FOR YOUR
Pliers
Sharp knife
REFRIGERATOR
Which fill tube should you use?
There is a label on the back of the refrigerator that will
tell you which to use: U V or W
The fill tube you use will depend on the model and size
of your refrigerator.
For letter U :
Use long fill tube assembly #12 and cut off 1/2” of
length from the tip of the fill tube. This will ensure the
correct length fill tube for your model. This will provide
proper water flow into your fill cup and icemaker. It will
prevent the fill tube from freezing up with water and
ice.
Cut 1/2”Cut 1/2”
Model Number
MODEL NO.
LISTED HOSEHOLD REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER
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GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY
APPLIANCE PARK LOUISVILLE, KY 40225
www.GEAppliances.com
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SERIAL NO.
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Model
Number
12 #
15 #
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16 #
18 #
21 #
Fill
Tube
12
11
11
12
12
For letter W :
Use short fill tube assembly #11 and cut off 1” of length
from the tip of the fill tube. This will ensure the correct
length fill tube for your model. This will provide proper
water flow into your fill cup and icemaker. It will prevent
the fill tube from freezing up with water and ice.
Cut 1”
2
REPOSITION FREEZER SHELF
• Make sure the freezer shelf is in the lowest position.
9
Installation Instructions
ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
REMOVE THE OUTLET COVER
3
Peel off the outlet cover.
REMOVE ONLY
TO INSTALL
WATER FILL TUBE
4
INSTALL FILL TUBE
Go to the back of the refrigerator. On the refrigerator
side of the fill tube assembly (11 or 12 depending
on model), there is an adhesive backing. Remove the
adhesive backing and slide the tube into the hole near
the top at the back of the refrigerator. Firmly press on
the fill tube assembly to secure it to the refrigerator.
6
SET POWER SWITCH TO OFF
Set the icemaker power switch to OFF. Leave
the power switch in the OFF position until the
refrigerator is connected to the water supply
to prevent premature operation.
Power
Switch
(Appearance may vary)
INSTALL THE ICEMAKER FILL CUP
7
For letters U & V :
Install the icemaker fill cup (13) into the icemaker
as shown.
13
(Appearance
may vary)
or
11 12
PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION
5
Inside the freezer, loosen the two mounting screws
(B) but do not screw them all the way out. Your model
may have screws already installed; if not, remove the
2 plug buttons and insert the 2 Phillips head screws
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1/2" (13 mm) out from the freezer wall.
B
For letter W :
Install the icemaker fill cup that came with your
refrigerator into the icemaker as shown. If the fill cup
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the icemaker, there is the possibility of water leaking
into the freezer and not into the icemaker.
8
PLUG IN THE ICEMAKER
Holding the icemaker in
place, insert the icemaker
power cord plug into the
socket on the side wall,
making sure the prongs
and holes are matched.
Press the plug firmly into the
socket. Lock the plug in place
by clipping the restraints
onto each side of the plug.
Make sure the restraints click into place. Make sure
the power cord is still in the hook on the back of the
icemaker.
Hook
10
Installation Instructions
9
MOUNT THE ICEMAKER
• Lift the icemaker so the fill t u b e assembly (11 or 12
depending on model) fits in the fill cup opening (D).
Hang the icemaker on the two mounting screws (B).
Make sure:
• The power cord is still firmly in the socket.
• The fill tube assembly (11 or 12 depending on
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of the icemaker. (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 on the
icemaker bracket.
• The icemaker is level.
• The icemaker power switch is in the OFF position.
SECURELY TIGHTEN THE ICEMAKER MOUNTING
SCREWS.
11
ATTACH WARRANTY LABEL
A label (7) is provided with this kit to record the date of
installation for warranty purposes. Apply it to the back
of the refrigerator.
12
KEEP THIS MANUAL
The warranty for the icemaker is printed in this
manual. Keep this manual with your Refrigerator
Owner’s Manual.
The icemaker installation inside the freezer is now
complete. Continue to the Water Valve Assembly
section on page 14.
B
10
INSTALL THE ICE BUCKET
Place the ice bucket (8) under the icemaker.
8
11 12
D
11
Installation Instructions
ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS T
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.
WARNING
•
risk of electric shock or injury during
installation, you must first unplug the
refrigerator before proceeding. Failure
to follow these instructions can result in
electrical shock.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
To eliminate the
2
SET POWER SWITCH TO OFF
Set the icemaker power switch to OFF. Leave
the power switch in the OFF position until the
refrigerator is connected to the water supply to
prevent premature operation.
Power
Switch
(Appearance may vary)
Flat blade and Phillips
screwdrivers
PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION
1
• Remove the storage
basket (on some models)
by pulling it out to the
stop position and lifting
it up and out.
Note: After removing
the basket, push the
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into the freezer
compartment.
• Remove the chiller shelf
(on some models) by
pulling it straight out.
• Remove the center
vertical shelf support
(on some models) by
lifting it and rotating
its bottom to the right.
Pliers
Sharp knife
3
INSTALL THE MOUNTING SCREWS
• Skip to Step 4 if screws are already in place in
the freezer side wall.
• Install two self-tapping Phillips
head screwsIURPWKHNLW
in the holes in the side wall.
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about 1/2" (13 mm) from the side
wall.
4
INSTALL THE ICEMAKER FILL CUP
Install the icemaker fill cup (end-mounted) that came
with your unit into the icemaker as shown. If the fill cup
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:5;
• Inside the freezer,
remove the two small
white plug buttons (on
some models) from the
side wall. (If screws are
present instead of plugs,
leave them in place.)
• Remove and discard
the large white plug
from the rear freezer
wall.
• Remove the outlet cover with a flat-blade
screwdriver.
Remove side wall
plug buttons or leave
screws in place
Rear wall
plug button
Outlet
cover
12
Installation Instructions
5
PLUG IN THE ICEMAKER
Holding the icemaker in place, insert the icemaker
power cord plug into the socket on the side wall,
making sure the prongs and holes are matched. Press
the plug firmly into the socket. Lock the plug in place
by clipping the restraints onto each side of the plug.
Make sure the restraints click into place and the power
cord is still in the hook on the back of the icemaker.
MOUNT THE ICEMAKER
6
• Lift the icemaker so the fill tube that was already
installed in the refrigerator fits in the fill cup
opening. Hang the icemaker on the two mounting
screws in the side wall.
Make sure:
• The power cord is still firmly in the socket.
• The fill tubeH[WHQGVLQWRWKHILOOFXSRSHQLQJRQ
the back of the icemaker. (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 on
the icemaker bracket.
• The icemaker is level.
• The icemaker power switch is set to OFF.
THEN SECURELY TIGHTEN THE ICEMAKER
MOUNTING SCREWS.
7
RE-INSTALL THE SHELF SUPPORT,
BUCKET, SHELF AND BASKET
Replace the center vertical shelf support, ice bucket,
chiller shelf and storage basket by reversing the steps
in Step 1.
8
ATTACH WARRANTY LABEL
A label (7) is provided with this kit to record the date
of installation for warranty purposes. Apply it to the
back of the refrigerator.
9
KEEP THIS MANUAL
The warranty for the icemaker is printed in this
manual. Keep this manual with your Refrigerator
Owner’s Manual.
The icemaker installation inside the freezer is now
complete. Continue to the Water Valve Assembly
section on page 16.
13
Installation Instructions
WATER VALVE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS U V OR W
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ATTACH THE WATER VALVE
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.
WARNING
•
risk of electric shock or injury during
installation, you must first unplug the
refrigerator before proceeding. Failure
to follow these instructions can result in
electrical shock.
To eliminate the
2
• Locate the female connector plug. Plug the
female connector (C) onto the male terminals
on the water valve (3). Either wire can go on
either terminal.
C
3
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Flat blade and Phillips
screwdrivers
1/4"and 5/16" Nutdrivers
REMOVE THE COVER
1
Remove the compressor compartment access cover.
This requires removing screws which attach the cover
to the back of the refrigerator case.
Be sure to save the screws as the access cover must
be reinstalled later to ensure your refrigerator will
function properly.
Pliers
Sharp knife
• Fasten the water valve to the cabinet by driving
the hex-head screw (9) from the kit into the hole
in the cabinet leg.
9
CONNECT WATER TUBE TO INLET
3
• Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp (14) from
the kit with p li ers and slide the clamp over the fill
tube assembly, located in the top right corner of the
refrigerator.
• While still squeezing the clamp, insert the free end
of the water tube (3) into the fill tube assembly as far
as it will go.
• Then slide the clamp downward to capture the water
tube in place.
• Using one of the adhesive-backed fasteners (4),
secure the water tube to the back of the refrigerator
about 1/2" below the inlet.
• If the water tube is not pushed in as far as it can go
and the hose clamp is not in place over the fill tube
assembly, then leaks are possible.
14
Fill tube
assembly
Water tube
Clamp
14
4
3
Installation Instructions
4
INSTALL WATER LINE CLAMP
• Attach the metal water line clamp (strain relief) (6)
to the refrigerator. Drive the screw (5) from the kit
through the clamp (6) at the small indent into the
back of the cabinet.
• The metal clamp is for the house water line (see the
Water Line Installation Instructions). It is not to be
used for the water tube from the water valve up to
the inlet.
5
6
Small indent for water
line clamp installation
WATER VALVE INSTALLED
6
Refer to the Water Line Installation Instructions for
connection to the home water supply. After water
line installation is completed, set the icemaker
power switch to ON.
The icemaking cycle will not begin until the
icemaker and freezer compartment reach
operating temperature, then icemaking will begin
automatically.
REINSTALL THE COVER
7
Reinstall the compressor compartment access
cover. This requires using the screws you removed
previously to reattach the cover to the back of the
refrigerator case. This must be reinstalled for your
refrigerator to function properly.
ROUTE AND ATTACH
5
THE WATER TUBE
• Fasten the plastic water tube to the back
of the refrigerator with adhesive-backed
fasteners (4), spacing the fasteners as shown
to take up slack in the tube.
Adhesive-backed
fasteners for water tube
15
Installation Instructions
WATER VALVE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS T
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.
WARNING
•
risk of electric shock or injury during
installation, you must first unplug the
refrigerator before proceeding. Failure
to follow these instructions can result
in electrical shock.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Flat blade and Phillips
screwdrivers
To eliminate the
Pliers
Sharp knife
PLASTIC WATER TUBING
2
• Remove water line from the valve assembly (3)
included in this kit by removing the tube from the
clip and pushing on the bottom of the valve quickconnect, disengaging the tube and pulling it from
the valve.
Clip
Quick-connect
Water line
Push up
Pull down
1/4"and 5/16" Nutdrivers
REMOVE THE COVER
1
Use a 5/16" nutdriver or an adjustable wrench to
remove the compressor compartment access cover.
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cover to the back of the refrigerator case.
Be sure to save the screws as the access cover
must be reinstalled later to ensure your refrigerator
will function properly.
• Use the water line from the fill tube assembly
that came with the refigerator. The water line is
attached to the fill tube assembly that is already
installed in the refrigerator. Remove the plug from
the end of the waterline. Route the water line
through the clip on the valve pushing it into the
quick-connect on the valve. The white line will be
barely visible if properly engaged.
Clip
Quick-connect
Water line
ATTACH THE BRACKET EXTENSION
3
TO THE WATER VALVE
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(16) to the water valve bracket with the screw (17).
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Installation Instructions
ATTACH THE WATER VALVE TO THE
4
MACHINE COMPARTMENT
• Locate the female connector plug. Plug the female
connector onto the male terminals on the water
valve. Either wire can go on either terminal.
• Fasten the water valve to the cabinet by driving the
hex-head screw (9) from the kit through the hole
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cabinet.
ROUTE AND ATTACH THE PLASTIC
6
WATER LINE
• Fasten the plastic water line to the back of the
cabinet with adhesive-backed fasteners (4).
4
Adhesive-backed fastener
for plastic water line
WATER VALVE INSTALLED
7
Refer to the Water Line Installation Instructions for
connection to the home water supply. After water line
installation is completed, set the icemaker
power switch to ON.
The icemaking cycle will not begin until the
icemaker and freezer compartment reach
operating temperature, then icemaking will
begin automatically.
9
INSTALL WATER LINE CLAMP
5
• Attach the water line clamp (6) (strain relief) from the
kit to the refrigerator. With the clamp directly in line
with the water valve, drive the screw (5) from the kit
through the clamp at the indent into the back of the
cabinet.
• The metal clamp is for the house water line (see
Water Line Installation Instructions). It is not to be
used for the tubing from the water valve up to the
icemaker.
5
6
REINSTALL THE COVER
8
Reinstall the compressor compartment access
cover. This requires using the screws you removed
previously to reattach the cover to the back of the
refrigerator case. This must be reinstalled for your
refrigerator to function properly.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2,
WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of
tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply
lines are GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing
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When connecting your refrigerator to a GE Reverse
Osmosis Water System, the only approved installation
is with a GE RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water
systems, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
If the water supply to the refrigerator is from a Reverse
Osmosis Water Filtration System AND the refrigerator
also has a water filter, use the refrigerator’s filter bypass
plug. Using the refrigerator’s water filtration cartridge
in conjunction with the RO filter can result in hollow ice
cubes and slower water flow from the water dispenser.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these
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water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in
house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator
parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a
qualified plumber to correct water hammer before
installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook
up the water line to the hot water line.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch
is in the OFF position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures fall below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sure the device is double
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Copper or GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing
kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator
to the water supply. If using copper, be sure both
ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet
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diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from
the wall after installation.
GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are
available in the following lengths:
2'P ²:;;
8'P ²:;;
15'(4.6P ²:;;
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Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet
(2.4 m) as described above.
NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing
kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line
because the line is under pressure at all times.
Certain types of plastic will crack or rupture with
age and cause water damage to your home.
• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff
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cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories,
• A cold water supply. The water pressure must be
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supply only.
Connect to potable water
• Power drill.
• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
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Installation Instructions
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves)³WRFRQQHFWWKHFRSSHUWXELQJ
to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.
OR
• If you are using a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator
Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled
to the tubing.
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at the end, you will need an adapter (available
at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water
line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the
flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a
compression fitting. Do not cut formed end from GE
SmartConnect™ Refrigerator tubing.
2
CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side
of a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary
to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make
the connection to the top or side, rather than at
the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment
from the water pipe.
3
DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (even if using
a self-piercing valve) using a sharp bit. Remove
any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the
pipe. Take care not to allow water to drain into
the drill. Failure to drill a 1/4" hole may result
in reduced ice production or smaller cubes.
• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a
minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits.
Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve
complies with your local plumbing codes.
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.
1
SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear
the line of water.
4
FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
5
TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush
the tubing.
Pipe Clamp
Clamp
Screw
6
ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and
the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall
or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
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(about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
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to move out from the wall after installation.
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CONNECT THE TUBING TO
Washer
Inlet End
THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutoff valve.
Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve.
Tighten the compression nut securely.
For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect
Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end
of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten
compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten
one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening
may cause leaks.
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve
™
Compression
Nut
SmartConnect
Tubing
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
8
FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on and flush out
the tubing until the water is clear.
Shut the water off at the water valve after about
one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed
through the tubing.
9
CONNECT THE TUBING
TO THE REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
• Before making the connection to the refrigerator,
be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged
into the wall outlet.
• If your refrigerator does not have a water
filter, we recommend installing one if your water
supply has sand or particles that could clog the
screen of the refrigerator’s water valve. Install it
in the water line near the refrigerator. If using
GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, you
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connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
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(refrigerator connection).
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Packing Nut
Outlet Valve
Ferrule (sleeve)
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Installation Instructions
9
CONNECT THE TUBING
TO THE REFRIGERATOR
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
onto the end of the tubing as shown. On GE
SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts
are already assembled to the tubing.
Insert the end of the tubing into the water
valve connection as far as possible. While holding
the tubing, tighten the fitting.
For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect
Refrigerator Tubing kit, insert the molded end
of the tubing into the refrigerator connection
and tighten compression nut until it is hand tight,
then tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening may cause leaks.
Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to hold
it in a vertical position. You may need to pry open
the clamp.
Tubing
Clamp
1/4"
Compression
Nut
(CONT.)
1/4" Tubing
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INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR
Plug in the refrigerator.
Arrange the coil of tubing
so that it does not vibrate
against the back of the
refrigerator or against the
wall. Push the refrigerator
back to the wall.
START THE ICEMAKER
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Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it
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or below. It will then begin operation automatically
if the icemaker power switch is in the ON position.
Ferrule
(sleeve)
Refrigerator
Connection
TURN THE WATER ON
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SmartConnect
Tubing
AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
Reattach the compressor compartment access
cover.
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