GE IM-5SS User Manual

Icemaker Accessory Kit

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IM-5SS

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . 2

Operating Instructions . . . . . .3

Before You Call For Service . . . .4

Normal Sounds

You May Hear . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Preparing for Vacation . . . . . . .3

When You Should Set the Icemaker

Power Switch to O (Off) . . . . . .3

Installation Instructions

Cold Water Line . . . . . . . . .16–19

Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . . .8–11

Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . .12–15

Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . Back Cover

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Which instructions should you follow?

Look for a label on the back of the refrigerator that will tell you which instructions to use:

Kit IM-5SS

This kit fits most side-by-side models calling for Kit IM-1, IM-2 or IM-3. If you are replacing an icemaker with Kit IM-1 or IM-2, see page 5.

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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

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.

■ The icemaker water valve will buzz when

the icemaker fills with water. If the power switch is in the I (on) position, it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water. Keeping the power switch in the I (on) position before it is hooked up to water can damage the icemaker. To prevent this, move the power switch to the O (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.

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A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.

Icemaker

Feeler Arm

Power Switch

Automatic Icemaker

The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle—approximately 100–130 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 O (off).

When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch to I (on). The green light will come 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.

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 ice cubes get stuck in the icemaker, the green power light will blink. To correct this, set the power switch to O (off) and remove the cubes. Set the power switch to I (on) to restart the icemaker.

NOTE: In homes with lower-than-average water pressure, you may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making one batch of ice.

Green Power Light

Preparing for Vacation

Set the icemaker power switch to O (off) and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.

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 O (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

Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Automatic icemaker Icemaker power switch in • Move the switch to the I (on) position. does not work the O (off) position.

Water supply turned off or • See Installing the Water Line. not connected.

Freezer compartment • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely too warm cool down.

Piled up cubes in the storage • Level cubes by hand. bin cause the icemaker to shut off.

Cubes too small Water shutoff valve connecting • Call the plumber to clear the valve.

refrigerator to water line may be clogged.

Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.

Temperature control not • See About the Temperature Control. set cold enough.

Ice cubes have Ice storage bin needs cleaning. • Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes. odor/taste

Food transmitting odor/taste •Wrap foods well. to ice cubes.

Interior of refrigerator •See Care and cleaning. needs cleaning.

Before you call for service…

Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Installation IM-5SS Instructions Icemaker Kit

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 level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills.

• Completion time – 20–60 minutes

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the

installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.

It’s important that you use the water valve and fill tube extension 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 may cause damage.

The fill tube extension needs to be a different length than the original tube for proper water flow. Cut the tube to the length indicated for your model of refrigerator.

ARE YOU REPLACING AN ICEMAKER WITH THIS KIT?

Questions? Call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com

In Canada, call 1-800-361-3400

or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca

There is a label on the back of the refrigerator that will tell you whether to use Instructions:

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

WHICH INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD YOU FOLLOW?

• 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.

DAMAGE – SHIPMENT/INSTALLATION

Installation Instructions

CONTENTS OF KIT IM-5SS

Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions

Ice Bucket

Water Line Clamp (strain relief)

Water Valve and Tube Assembly

Hose Clamp (not black)

Hex-Head Screw

Adhesive-Backed Water Line Fasteners

Water Tube Inlet

Warranty Label

ICEMAKER

WARRANTY VERIFICATION

Date Installed

Dealer

Fill Tube Extension (3/4″ O.D.)

Insulated Fill Tube (5/8″ O.D.)

Hex-Head Screw (2)

Icemaker Power Cord Adapter (6 pin)

Icemaker Fill Cup (side-mounted)

Icemaker Power Cord Adapter (4 pin)

Water Valve Wire Adapter

Wire Ties (2)

Icemaker

Icemaker Bracket

Screws to Install Bracket to Refrig. Wall (3)

Icemaker Fill Cup (center-mounted)

Icemaker Insert

Hex-Head Screw for Water Line Clamp

Hose Clamp (black)

Installation Instructions

Parts List Use with Installation Instructions:

1 Icemaker XX

2 Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions XX

3 Hose Clamp (black) X

4 Water Valve and Tube Assembly* XX

5 Adhesive-Backed Water Line Fasteners XX

6 Hose Clamp (not black) XX

7 Hex-Head Screw for Water Line Clamp X

8 Water Line Clamp (strain relief) X

9 Warranty Label XX

10 Fill Tube Extension (3/4″ O.D.) X

11 Ice Bucket XX

12 Water Line Clamp (strain relief) X

13 Hex-Head Screw XX

14 Water Tube Inlet X

15 Insulated Fill Tube (5/8″ O.D.) X

16 Hex-Head Screw (2) X

17 Icemaker Fill Cup (side-mounted) X

18 Icemaker Fill Cup (center-mounted) X

19 Icemaker Insert X

20 Icemaker Power Cord Adapter (4 pin) X

21 Icemaker Power Cord Adapter (6 pin) X

22 Water Valve Wire Adapter X

23 Wire Ties (2) XX

24 Icemaker Bracket (on some models) X

25 Screws to Install Bracket to X

Refrigerator Wall (3)

* Always change the water valve when replacing an icemaker that makes round cubes.

This new icemaker uses a different voltage which may cause the old valve to fail. For dispenser models, order GE Part Number WR57X96.

PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION

• Remove the screw (A) that holds the electrical

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

• Remove the light shield insert (B) and discard it.

• Loosen the two mounting screws (C)

approximately 1/2″ (13 mm). DO NOT REMOVE THESE SCREWS.

INSTALL FILL TUBE EXTENSION

Cut the fill tube extension (10) to the length (refer to the template in this section) with a sharp knife or single-edge razor blade and slide it onto the fill tube against the stop.

Installation Instructions

ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS C

Are these the right instructions for your model? Follow the Installation Instructions indicated by the label on the back of the refrigerator— or

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.

•

CAUTION – Unplug the

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

Flat blade and Phillips

screwdrivers

Pliers

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Sharp knife

Cover

removed

SET POWER SWITCH TO O (off)

Set the icemaker power switch to O (off). Leave the power switch in the O (off) position until the refrigerator is connected to the water supply to prevent premature operation.

Power Switch

Hole for wire tie

Cut the fill tube extension (10) to this length for .

43⁄8″

(11.1 cm)

INSTALL THE ICEMAKER FILL CUP

Install the icemaker fill cup (side-mounted) (17) into the icemaker as shown.

MOUNT THE ICEMAKER

• Lift the icemaker so the fill tube extension

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

Make sure:

• The power cord is still firmly in the socket.

• The fill tube extension (10) 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 SECURELY TIGHTEN THE ICEMAKER MOUNTING SCREWS.

POWER CORD ADAPTER

There are two power cord adapters included with the kit; be sure to use the one specified in the Parts List on page 7. Plug the female end of the power cord adapter (20) onto the male terminals on the icemaker power cord. When connecting the adapter to the power cord, make sure the seal is in place between the connectors. Secure the power cord adapter to the icemaker by putting it into the hook at the back of the icemaker and attaching it to the icemaker with a wire tie (23).

PLUG IN THE ICEMAKER

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.

ATTACH WARRANTY LABEL

A label (9) is provided with this kit to record the date of installation for warranty purposes. Apply it to the back of the refrigerator.

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.

Hook

Wire tie

Seal

Installation Instructions

INSTALL THE ICE BUCKET

Put the ice bucket (11) directly under the icemaker (to the left and all the way to the rear of the shelf under the icemaker).

Make sure the icemaker power switch is set to O (off).

REMOVE THE COVER

At the bottom rear of the refrigerator, remove the screw(s) holding the compressor compartment cover (if covered) and save for reinstallation later. Bend the cover back for access to the compartment.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.

•

CAUTION – Unplug the

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

Flat blade and Phillips

screwdrivers

Pliers

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Sharp knife

5/16″ Nutdriver

ATTACH THE WATER VALVE

• Locate the female connector plug (A) which is

attached to the cabinet with a wire tie. Remove the wire tie and discard it.

Wire tie

• Remove and discard the tape from the female

connector (A) and plug onto the male terminals on the water valve (4). Either wire can go on either terminal.

• Fasten the water valve to the cabinet edge hole

using the hex-head screw (13) from the kit. DO NOT DRILL ANY ADDITIONAL HOLES.

• Check the plastic water line nut on the bottom

of the water valve to be sure it is hand tight. DO NOT USE TOOLS.

Installation Instructions

WATER VALVE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS C

Are these the right instructions for your model? Follow the Installation Instructions indicated by the label on the back of the refrigerator— or

Installation Instructions

INSTALL WATER LINE CLAMP

• Push the water line clamp (strain relief) (12) onto

the lower flange of the cabinet back, directly in line with the water valve.

• The water line clamp is for the house water line.

(See the Water Line Installation Instructions). It is not to be used for the tubing from the water valve up to the icemaker.

ROUTE THE PLASTIC WATER LINE

On models that have condensor tubing on the back of the cabinet, insert the plastic water line between the tubing and the back of the cabinet.

Condenser tubing

Plastic water line

CONNECT THE WATER LINE

• Remove the small plastic cap (B) from the bottom

of the water tube inlet located in the upper-right rear corner of the refrigerator.

• Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp (6) from the

kit with pliers and slide the clamp over the water tube inlet.

• While still squeezing the clamp, insert the

plastic water line into the inlet as far as it will go (approximately 1″ [25 mm]).

• Then slide the clamp downward to capture the

plastic water line in place.

• Make sure the fill tube is aimed down.

Water tube inlet

ATTACH THE PLASTIC WATER LINE

Fasten the plastic water line to the back of the cabinet with adhesive-backed fasteners (5), spacing the fasteners as shown to take up the slack in the line.

Adhesive-backed fasteners for plastic water line

WATER VALVE INSTALLED

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 I (on).

The icemaking cycle will not begin until the icemaker and freezer compartment reach operating temperature, then icemaking will begin automatically.

INSTALL FILL TUBE

• Slide the insulated fill tube (15)

onto the water tube inlet (14), making sure that the open side of the fill tube faces up.

• Go to the back of the

refrigerator. On the tube side of the water tube inlet (14) 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 inlet to secure it to the refrigerator.

Installation Instructions

ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS K

Are these the right instructions for your model? Follow the Installation Instructions indicated by the label on the back of the refrigerator— or

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.

•

CAUTION – Unplug the

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

Flat blade and Phillips

screwdrivers

Pliers

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Sharp knife

SET POWER SWITCH TO O (off)

Set the icemaker power switch to O (off). Leave the power switch in the O (off) position until the refrigerator is connected to the water supply to prevent premature operation.

Power Switch

INSTALL MOUNTING BRACKET

• Remove the three small plug buttons on the rear

wall of the freezer and replace them with three screws (25) supplied with the icemaker kit. Do

not screw them all the way in. The screws should extend approximately 1/4″ (6 mm) out from the freezer wall.

• Install the icemaker

bracket (24) by hanging

it from the three screws that were just installed. Tighten the three screws securely.

Remove plug

Hole for wire tie

PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION

• Remove the

upper

outlet cover with a flat-blade

screwdriver.

• If there is already an icemaker bracket (24) installed in

the freezer, remove the two screws holding on the cover. Remove and discard the cover. Go to Step 5.

REMOVE FILL HOLE PLUG

• Remove and discard the large white plug from the

rear freezer wall. Pull out the gray insulation plug and remove any debris.

Cover

Installation Instructions

INSTALL THE ICEMAKER FILL CUP AND INSERT

Install the icemaker fill cup (center-mounted) (18) and icemaker insert (19) into the icemaker as shown.

MOUNT THE ICEMAKER

• Lift the icemaker up and hang it on the icemaker

bracket (24). Make sure the insulated fill tube (15) goes into the fill cup (18) opening. To secure the icemaker to the bracket (24), use two screws (16) and install as shown.

Make sure:

• The power cord is still firmly in the socket.

• The insulated fill tube (15) extends into the fill

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

• The icemaker

is secured to the bracket.

PLUG IN THE ICEMAKER

Holding the icemaker in place, insert the power cord plug into the socket, making sure that 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.

INSTALL THE ICE BUCKET

Place the ice bucket (11) under the icemaker. Make sure the icemaker power switch is set to O (off).

ATTACH WARRANTY LABEL

A label (9) is provided with this kit to record the date of installation for warranty purposes. Apply it to the back of the refrigerator.

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 Installing the Water Valve Assembly section.

POWER CORD ADAPTER

There are two power cord adapters included with the kit; be sure to use the one specified in the Parts List on page 7. Plug the female end of the power cord adapter (21) onto the male terminals on the icemaker power cord. When connecting the adapter to the power cord, make sure the seal is in place between the connectors. Secure the power cord adapter to the icemaker by putting it into the hook at the back of the icemaker and attaching it to the icemaker with a wire tie (23).

Hook

Wire tie

Seal

Installation Instructions

REMOVE THE COVER

Use a nutdriver or an adjustable wrench to remove the compressor compartment access cover. This requires removing six 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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read each step thoroughly before proceeding.

•

CAUTION – Unplug the

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

WATER VALVE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS K

Are these the right instructions for your model? Follow the Installation Instructions indicated by the label on the back of the refrigerator— or

Flat blade and Phillips

screwdrivers

Pliers

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Sharp knife

1/4″ and 5/16″ Nutdrivers, or adjustable wrench

ATTACH THE WATER VALVE

• Locate the 3-pin male connector plug (C). Plug

the water valve wire adapter (22) onto the male connector plug, then plug it onto the male terminals on the water valve (4). Either wire can go on either water valve terminal.

• Fasten the water valve to the cabinet using the

hex-head screw (13) from the kit.

INSTALL WATER LINE CLAMP

• Attach the water line clamp (strain relief) (8) to

the refrigerator. Drive the screw (7) from the kit through the clamp (8) and into the small hole at the back of the cabinet.

• The water line clamp is for the house water line

(see the Water Line Installation Instructions). It is not to be used for the tubing from the water valve up to the icemaker.

Installation Instructions

ROUTE AND ATTACH THE PLASTIC WATER LINE

• Route the plastic water line along the back of the

refrigerator to the water tube inlet.

• Use the three adhesive backed fasteners (5) to

secure the plastic water line to the case back.

CONNECT THE WATER LINE

• Make sure there is enough plastic water line to

extend from the water valve to well into the water tube inlet (14). Cut off any excess tubing.

• Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp (3) or (6)

from the kit with pliers and slide the clamp over the water tube inlet. (Use the black clamp (3) with the black water tube inlet, use the other clamp (6) with the other water tube inlet.)

• While still squeezing the clamp, insert the plastic

water line into the inlet as far as it will go (approximately 1″ [25 mm]).

• Then slide the clamp downward to capture the

plastic water line in place.

• Make sure the fill tube is aimed down.

Water tube inlet

WATER VALVE INSTALLED

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 I (on).

The icemaking cycle will not begin until the icemaker and freezer compartment reach operating temperature, then icemaking will begin automatically.

Adhesive-backed fasteners for plastic water line

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE

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 (WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025).

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 instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive 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 O (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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

• 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 (2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10″ [25 cm] 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′ (.6 m) – WX08X10002 6′ (1.8 m) – WX08X10006 15′ (4.6 m) – WX08X10015 25′ (7.6 m) – WX08X10025

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 valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 800-626-2002.

• A cold water supply. The water pressure must

be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4–8.2 bar) on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i. (2.8–8.2 bar) on models with a water filter.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Power drill.

• 1/2″ or adjustable wrench.

• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.

• Two 1/4″ outer diameter compression nuts

and 2 ferrules (sleeves)—to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.

• If you are using a GE SmartConnect™

Refrigerator Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled to the tubing.

• If your existing copper water line has a flared

fitting 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.

• 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.

Installation Instructions

SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line.

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.

CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

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.

DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

Installation Instructions

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.

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.

FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush the tubing.

TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

Washer

Inlet End

Pipe Clamp

Clamp Screw

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.

NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about 10″ [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.

ROUTE THE TUBING

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.

CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE

Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve

Compression Nut

SmartConnect™ Tubing

Packing Nut

Outlet Valve

Ferrule (sleeve)

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp.

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.

FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Vertical Cold Water Pipe

Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve

Pipe Clamp

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.

Installation Instructions

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 will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.

Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water valve (refrigerator connection).

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 (refrigerator 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

Ferrule (sleeve)

SmartConnect™ Tubing

Refrigerator Connection

1/4″ Tubing

Tighten any connections that leak.

Reattach the compressor compartment access cover.

TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE

PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

START THE ICEMAKER

Set the icemaker power switch to the I (on) position. The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below. It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the I (on) position.

NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the water valve may turn on up to 3 times to deliver enough water to the icemaker.

Icemaker Warranty.

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care

technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, contact us at www.GEAppliances.com, or call 800-GE-CARES. In Canada, call 1-800-361-3400.

For The Period Of: We Will Replace:

One Year Any part of the icemaker which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

From the date of the During this full one-year warranty, GE will provide, free of charge, replacement parts original purchase for any defective part in your icemaker kit.

■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the

product.

■ Improper installation.

You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, plumbing, and other connecting facilities, including the water line to the icemaker and the water line installation.

■ Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for

other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

■ Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or

acts of God.

■ Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible

defects with this appliance.

What Is Not Covered (for customers in the United States):

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain service

under the warranty.

What Is Not Covered (for customers in Canada):

■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use

the product.

Read your Owner’s Manual. If you then have any questions about

operating the product, please contact

your dealer or our Consumer Relations office at: Manager, Consumer Relations

Camco Inc. 1 Factory Lane, Suite 310 Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3

■ Improper installation.

If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You

are responsible for providing adequate

electrical, exhausting and other connecting facilities.

■

Replacement of house fuses or resetting

of circuit

breakers.

■ Failure of the product if it is misused, or used for other

than the intended purpose or used commercially.

■

Damage to product caused by accident,

fire, floods or

acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Warrantor: CAMCO INC.

Trousse IM-5SS

Cette trousse convient à la plupart des modèles côté-à-côté qui ont besoin de trousse IM-1, IM-2, et IM-3. Si vous remplacez une machine à glaçons avec une trousse IM-1 ou IM-2, consultez la page 25.

Mesures de sécurité . . . . . . . . 22

Instructions de

fonctionnement . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Avant d’appeler un

réparateur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Bruits normaux que vous

pouvez entendre . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Préparation à un départ

de longue durée . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Vous devez mettre le commutateur de marche de la machine à glaçons

en position O (arrêt) . . . . . . . .23

Instructions d’installation

Conduite d’eau froide . . . . .38–42

Liste de pièces . . . . . . . . . . .26, 27

Machine à glaçons . . . . .28–32

Machine à glaçons . . . . .33–37

Services aux consommateurs

Garantie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Soutien des consommateurs . . .44

Quelles instructions devezvous suivre?

Consultez l’étiquette placée à l’arrière de votre réfrigérateur. Elle vous dira si vous devez utiliser les instructions :

LISEZ ET SUIVEZ SOIGNEUSEMENT CES MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ

LISEZ ET CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS.

MESURES DE PRÉCAUTION

MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES. LISEZ TOUTES CES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER VOTRE RÉFRIGÉRATEUR.

POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ :

Ne mettez jamais vos doigts ou vos mains dans la machine à glaçons automatique quand le réfrigérateur est branché. Vous éviterez ainsi de vous blesser.

Vous éviterez également de gêner le fonctionnement du mécanisme d’éjection et de l’élément de chauffage qui libère les glaçons qui sont situés en bas de la machine à glaçons.

+ 50 hidden pages

GE IM-5SS User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Installation Instructions

Consumer Support

Preparing for Vacation

Instructions d’installation

Services aux consommateurs