GE UNC15NJII Installation Manual

Safety Instructions ............2, 3

Remove Packaging ..................4

Operating Instructions

Controls and Features .............4, 5

Starting the Ice Machine .............5

Care and Cleaning ............... 6-8

Installation Instructions

Grounding the Ice Machine ..........9

Before You Begin ....................9

Location and Preparation ........ 9, 10

Installing the Ice Machine ...... 10-16

Advance Planning ..............10, 11

Accessories ........................11

Dimensions ........................12

Door Swing ........................13

Door Panel ..................... 13-15

Plumbiing ..........................16

Installation .........................17

Troubleshooting Tips ..........18

Noise ..............................18

Consumer Support

Warranty ..........................19

Consumer Support .................20

Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

UNC15

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # ____________________ Serial # ____________________

Find these numbers on a label on the top inner case liner of the unit toward the front.

Ice Machine

17-3580-01 49-60744-2 04-16 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

SAFETY

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ICE MACHINE 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:

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

DANGER

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION

WARNING

 This ice machine must be properly installed and located

in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

 Unplug the appliance before making repairs, replacing a

light bulb, or cleaning. Note: Power to the appliance cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel. Note: Repairs must be performed by a qualified service professional.

 Replace all parts and panels before operating.  Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors

and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

 Because of potential safety hazards under certain

conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your

ice machine follow these basic safety precautions:

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

WARNING

This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

the United States) or a CSA certified (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

 To prevent suffocation and entrapment hazards to

children, remove the door from any appliance before disposing of it or discontinuing its use.

 Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the

door handle of the appliance. They could seriously injure themselves.

 Ice machine scale remover contains acids. Acids can

cause burns. If concentrated cleaner comes in contact

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vomiting. Give large amounts of water or milk. Call Physician immediately. Keep out of the reach of children.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of injury when using your appliance, follow these basic

safety precautions.

 Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas; clearances

between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.

 Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector

mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the ice machine is plugged in.

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WARNING

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from appliance. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Explosion Hazard.

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SAFETY (CONT.)

OUTDOOR USE NOTICE:

KEEP FROM FREEZING: Severe damage will occur to the unit if

left in or operated in temperatures beyond the limits listed in this manual. That damage is NOT covered by warranty.

KEEP DRY: Do not locate in low lying areas where puddles will accumulate

PROVIDE SHADE: Heat gain from the sun will reduce the unit's ability to make and store ice, and ultraviolet radiation from the sun can potentially damage the unit's plastic components.

WATER SUPPLY: Avoid a long run of hose or tubing exposed to the sun. Plastic water supply tubing should be rated for potable water and include UV protection. Copper tubing is recommended.

BACK FLOW PREVENTION: The unit includes back flow prevention, no additional check valve is required.

DRAINAGE: DO NOT drain into swimming pool or onto grounds.

CONNECTING ELECTRICITY

WARNING

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet Do not remove the ground prong Do not use an adapter Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The ice maker should always be plugged into its own 115 volt, 60 Hz, 15 amp circuit. This provides the best performance and

Electrical Shock Hazard.

also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

Never unplug your ice maker by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.

When moving the ice maker, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE

WARNING

Remove the door from the appliance prior to disposal. Failure to do so can result in child entrapment which can lead to death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT:

Suffocation and child entrapment hazard.

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old appliance, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Appliance:

 Take off the doors.  Leave the internal components in place so that children

may not easily climb inside.

Refrigerants

All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with the company handling the disposal about what to do.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Remove packaging

IMPORTANT: Do not remove any permanent instruction labels inside your ice machine or the Tech Sheet that is fastened behind the lower access panel.

• Remove tape and any labels from your ice maker before using (except the model and serial number label).

To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

About the controls and features.

Controls

POWER

ON/OFF

ICE

MAKING

• Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your ice maker. For more information, see Important Safety Instructions.

CLEAN

CHECK WATER

TIME TO

CLEAN

RESET

POWER ON/OFF - Press to turn the ice machine on or off.

ICE MAKING - Glows white when the unit is ON.

CHECK WATER - Glows red when there is not water supplied to the machine.

TIME TO CLEAN - Glows yellow when it's time to clean the machine. The light will switch ON after 6 months of use. It will

remain on until the ice making system is cleaned using the process in the Care and cleaning section.

CLEAN RESET - Pressed with Power button for 5 seconds to start the cleaning process (see Care and Cleaning).

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Control panel

Front service panel

POWER ON/OFF

CLEAN

TIME TO

CHECK

ICE

RESET

CLEAN

WATER

MAKING

Ice scoop

kickplate

Starting the ice machine.

Initial Start Up

1. Turn on the water supply.

2. Switch on the electrical power.

3. Push and release the ON/OFF switch to start the machine. The ICE MAKING light next to the ON/OFF switch will glow white.

Warm air will flow out of the left front grille. It will take about 10 minutes for the ice machine to begin

dropping nugget ice into the storage bin. It is normal for that ice to melt and continue to melt but at a slower rate as the bin cools. It will take about 6-7 hours to fill up the ice storage bin. The storage bin holds about 20 lbs of ice when full.

Discard the first bin full of ice.

Care and cleaning.

Cleaning the Outside

The stainless steel door and door handle can be cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel cleaner. Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove surface rust, tarnish and small blemishes.

Cleaning the Condenser

The condenser has fins and tubes that can become clogged with dirt and lint.

To clean:

1. Remove the kickplate and front service panel.

2. Locate the condenser surface.

Condenser surface

Removing Scale from the Ice Making System

Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush lines with a damp soft sponge. Do not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.

3. Vacuum the surface to remove all dust and lint.

NOTICE

Do not dent the fins.

4. Return the kickplate and front service panel to their original

positions. Fasten them to the cabinet using the original screws.

Cleaning the ice machine involves adding a solution of scale remover and water to the ice machine and continuing to add it as it makes ice. The scale remover must be diluted to the correct ratio. A squirt bottle will make adding the scale remover much easier when the unit is built in. If not built in, remove the top panel for reservoir access.

You should use rubber gloves when using the scale remover. To order scale remover, go to GEApplianceParts.com or call

877-959-8688. Order part number WX08X42872.

1. Scoop out discard all of the ice.

2. Press and release the ON/OFF button.

POWER ON/OFF

ICE

MAKING

CHECK WATER

TIME TO

CLEAN

RESET

3. Open door and locate screws at the upper back wall of the

bin. Remove the 2 screws.

4. Remove the back panel of the bin by lowering it down past

the scoop holder. The scoop holder will rotate to allow the panel to lower.

Reservoir cover release tab

Float valve ON/ OFF Lever

5. Push tab on front edge of reservoir cover and remove the

Remove screws

cover. NOTE: Adjacent wires are low voltage and are not hazardous.

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Removing Scale from the Ice Making System (Cont.)

6. Locate float valve ON/OFF lever. Move lever up about half

way to shut off the water valve.

7. Locate the drain plug. Pull the drain plug out to drain

the reservoir and evaporator. When draining is complete, return the plug to its original position.

9. Fill the reservoir with the scale remover solution from the

squirt bottle. Use about half (8 oz) of the solution.

POWER ON/OFF

ICE

MAKING

CLEAN

TIME TO

CHECK

RESET

CLEAN

WATER

POWER ON/OFF

CHECK

ICE

WATER

MAKING

CLEAN

TIME TO

RESET

CLEAN

8. Obtain pre-mixed scale remover solution or mix a solution

of scale remover with water according to the directions. Fill a 16 oz squirt bottle with the diluted or pre-mixed scale remover.

10. Press and HOLD both the CLEAN/RESET and ON/OFF buttons for 5 seconds. The TIME TO CLEAN light will blink on and off.

Press both

POWER ON/OFF

MAKING

CHECK

ICE

WATER

TIME TO

CLEAN

CLEAN RESET

11. The auger motor will run for 10 minutes and then the compressor will start. Within 5-8 minutes the machine will start to make ice. The TIME TO CLEAN light will glow steady until the clean cycle is complete.

WARNING

Ice machine scale remover contains acids. Acids can cause burns. If concentrated cleaner comes in contact with

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vomiting. Give large amounts of water or milk. Call Physician immediately. Keep out of the reach of children.

NOTE: Take care not to spill any scale remover on nearby

surfaces. Immediately wipe any spill with backing soda and water.

CAUTION

Keep fingers away from moving parts.

After the ice making starts, continuously add scale remover

solution to the reservoir to keep it about half full.

When all 16 oz of the solution is used, move the float valve

lever down to the ON position.

After 40 minutes, the ice machine and all the control panel

lights will shut off.

Care and cleaning.

Removing Scale from the Ice Making System (Cont.)

12. Pull the drain plug again to drain the system and then replace it.

13. Replace the reservoir cover.

14. Replace the upper back wall of the bin using the original screws. Push in to snap bottom of back panel into place.

15. Pour a gallon of hot (95°-115°F) water into the bin to flush out the drain and melt all ice that was made during the cleaning process. Be sure all ice is melted.

Other Maintenance

NOTE: It is normal for some lime scale to form on the gear reducer cover. Wipe up any loose scale.

Check the top bearing. The top bearing is non-metallic and requires no lubrication.

However, it should be checked for wear occasionally. The top of panel must be removed to access the bearing. The wear limit is 1/64". and can be checked with a pin gauge.

16. Use any left over scale remover solution to scrub the scale off of the bin liner. If none is left over, use pre-mixed or mix 1 quart according to the directions.

17. Rinse the liner with hot water.

18. Sanitize the bin interior.

19. Push and release the ON/OFF button to restart ice making.

The ice scoop should be washed regularly and is dishwasher safe.

Winterizing

1. Clean the ice making system per the instructions on pages 7

and 8.

2. Open the door and push the ON/OFF button to turn the ice machine off.

3. Turn off the water supply.

4. Remove the back wall of the ice storage bin.

5. Remove the drain plug and drain the water reservoir return plug to its original position.

6. Models with a drain pump installed should have about 1/2 gallon of RV antifreeze (propylene glycol) poured into the ice storage bin drain.

NOTE: Automotive antifreeze must NOT be used.

7. Turn off and unplug the machine.

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Ice Machine

GROUNDING THE ICE MACHINE

WARNING

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.

DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT THE APPLIANCE TO A 2-PRONG OUTLET.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

Electrical Shock Hazard.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT ³ Observe all governing codes and

ordinances. Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.

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 skills.

• Completion time –

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

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

Installation can vary

Water Line Installation 30 minutes

ICE MACHINE LOCATION AND PREPARATION

This ice machine is designed to be used indoors, in a controlled environment or outdoors within certain limits.

It is made up of two major systems: the ice making system and the ice storage system. The ice making system is a continuous flow that makes ice when the ice level becomes low and stops when it is full.

The ice storage system is an insulated chest with a drain at the bottom for melting ice. It is not refrigerated, insuring that the bin contains fresh ice.

During ice making, nugget ice will drop into the bin at an irregular rate; sometimes there will be little ice falling while other times a group of nuggets will fall.

IMPORTANT: Never keep anything in the ice storage bin that is not ice. Objects like wine or beer bottles are not only unsanitary, but the labels can slip off and plug up the drain.

IMPORTANT: Never allow the machine to operate without regular cleaning. The machine will last longer if it is kept clean. Regular cleaning should happen at least once per year, and preferably twice. Some water conditions will dictate even more frequent cleaning of the ice making section, and some carpets or pets will dictate more frequent cleaning of the condenser.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE ICE MACHINE (Cont.)

ICE MACHINE LOCATION AND PREPARATION (Cont.)

Utility and Operational Requirements

• This ice machine must be connected to a potable water

supply.

• The water supply must have a conductivity of at least 10

microSiemens/cm.

The water to this ice machine must be potable, or fit for human consumption. During ice making some minerals will stick to the ice making components. The higher the mineral content, the more mineral build up will occur. Water filters are a partial help, as they will remove the suspended solids, but water treatment is needed for the dissolved solids, which are part of the water and cannot be filtered out. We recommend using a GE Appliances Water Filter on your water inlet line such as GE Appliances Model Number GXRLQ. Please go to www. geappliances.com to review the installation instructions and determine which filter will suit your application. In Canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca.

This machine can be supplied with Reverse Osmosis water, but the water conductivity must be no less than 10 microSiemens/cm. A reverse osmosis system should include post treatment or blending to satisfy the R.O. water's potential aggressiveness.

Deionized water is not recommended and could damage the machine.

Because water softeners exchange one mineral for another, softened water may not improve water conditions when used with ice machines.

• Minimum water pressure: 20 psi

• Maximum water pressure: 80 psi

• Minimum water temperature: 40°F

• Maximum water temperature: 90°F. This ice machine is designed to operate in a wide range

of air temperatures with a minimum air temperature of 50°F and a maximum air temperature of 100°F.

Although the machine will function within the listed ranges, it works best at water temperatures between 50°F and 60°F and air temperatures between 60°F and 80°F.

NOTE: Ice making capacity goes down as the environmental temperatures go up, and will be severely reduced at temperatures over 90°F.

Operating a unit outside of the limits can cause problems that are not covered by the warranty and, if extreme, cause damage to the unit.

ICE MACHINE LOCATION AND PREPARATION (Cont.)

This machine can be built into a cabinet. It is an air cooled refrigeration system. Air flows in and out of it through the grill at the bottom front. The grille must not be blocked by any covering door, or other obstruction.

Warm Air Out

Air Intake

ADVANCE PLANNING

CAUTION

PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED TO MOVE AND INSTALL THIS Ice maker. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

CUTOUT & PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Due to excessive weight, TWO

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ADVANCE PLANNING (Cont)

Installation Notes

A drain pump is available for this ice machine. The drain pump kit number is UPK3 and is available at www.GEApplianceparts.com or by calling 877-959-8688.

In Canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344.

Built-In Installation: If a finished floor is to be installed in the area after the ice machine has been built in, shims the expected thickness of the floor should be installed under the unit to keep the machine level with the planned floor level.

NOTE: The water connection is at the back and adds a few inches to the cabinet depth.

Installation on a slab: You will need to install a drain

pump to the appliance and pump the water to the point of drainage. See Accessories. Pumps will pump 1 story (10 feet) hight.

Installation over a crawl space or basement: Either

a gravity drain or a pump may be used. For pump, see Accessories. If there is not enough room behind the machine for a drain/waste receptacle, the drain will have to be below the floor.

NOTE: When installed in a corner, the door swing may be limited due to handle contact with the wall or cabinet face.

A water supply is required. Water supplies vary in the degree of mineral content. High mineral content water will require more frequent maintenance. Water filtration may improve the taste of the ice as well as cut down on some of the mineral build up.

ACCESSORIES

Finished stainless steel door panels with handles are available from GE Appliances for attachment to the ice machine.The panel kits are:

• ZIP80SS - Stainless steel door with Euro Style Handles

• PIP70SS - Stainless steel door with Profile Style Handles

• CIP75SS - Stainless steel door with Café Style Handles To order, go to www.GEApplianceParts.com or call

877-959-8688. In Canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344.

Kickplate Extension: In some situations the leg levelers will be extended enough to become visible. A kit to extend the kickplate over the legs is available. That kit number is

WR02X25798. To order, go to www.GEApplianceParts.

com or call 877-959-8688. In Canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344.

Cabinet Stability: In some free standing installations it may be prudent to add an anti-tip bracket that secures the back of the cabinet to a wall. That kit number is

WR01X25709. To order, go to www.GEApplianceParts.com or call 877-959-8688. In Canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344.

Drain Conversion: A gravity drain model can be converted to a drain pump model by installing a drain pump kit. The drain pump kit consists of a drain pump, wiring harness and associated tubing. The part number is

UPK3. To order, go to www.GEApplianceParts.com or call 877-959-8688. In Canada visit www.GEAppliances.ca or call 800.561.3344.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE ICE MACHINE (Cont.)

DIMENSIONS

3 7/8"

20 3/8"

FLOOR DRAIN ACCESS HOLE

1/4" O.D. COPPER

WATER INLET COMPRESSION FITTING PROVIDED

2 1/2"

115V

POWER CORD

7 1/2"

2 3/4"

11 5/8"

5 1/8"

33 7/8

3 1/4"

LEG ADJUSTMENT

(4) PLACES

DRAIN ACCESS - FLEXIBLE TUBING

5/8" I.D. x 7/8" O.D.

22"3/4"

LEFT SIDE SVC.

ACCESS PANEL

3/4"

SHEET METAL DOOR FRONT - IF DOOR KIT INSTALLED

.63 MIN. CABINET DOOR

DOOR KIT

2 3/8"

AND HANDLE

29-1/8"

4-1/4"

2-3/4"

14-7/8"

AIR INAIR OUT

Installation Instructions

DOOR SWING

Moving the hinges allows the door to open from either the left or the right side. Change the swing BEFORE attaching the door panel.

To change:

1. Open the door. Remove 4 stainless steel screws opposite the hinge side on the front of the cabinet.

2. Remove innermost screw holding each hinge to the cabinet. Loosen the other screw.

Loosen

Remove

IMPORTANT: If installing a stainless steel door panel or

custom panel, skip to INSTALLING THE DOOR PANEL section.

10. Install pocket covers and hole plugs onto door.

11. Place the keyhole slot on the hinge over the outermost screw, top and bottom, and slide the door onto the cabinet.

12. Install the door to the cabinet using the original screws. Tighten all 4 screws.

IMPORTANT: In some situations the door can open too far

and damage adjacent cabinets. To prevent this, insert a Stop Pin (in hardware packet) into the provided hole in the top and bottom hinges. Drive the pin into the hole until the head is flush with the hinge.

Door stop pin

3. Slide the door to the side so the keyhole on the hinge clears the screw and remove from cabinet.

4. Remove the screws that were loosened and save. Install the 4 stainless steel screws that were removed in Step 1 into the open holes on the cabinet left by removing the hinge.

5. Remove the hole plug and hinge opening covers from door (if applicable).

Hole plug

Hinge Opening Cover

6. Remove hole plugs or screws from unit's new hinge locations (if applicable). Set aside.

7. Install the 2 hinge screws removed after the door was removed from the cabinet into the outermost holes on the new hinge side of the cabinet. Screw these in only about half way.

8. Remove the upper hinge from the door and move it to the door's opposite side, bottom location. Secure using the original screws.

NOTE: If door panel is attached, it must be removed to access

hinge screws and to reverse the handle position.

9. Remove the original lower door hinge and move it to the opposite side, upper location. Secure using original screws.

13. Slide the hinge covers from the hardware packet over each hinge.

Side Cover

14. Attach the side covers from the hardware packet over the hinge by peeling off the covering over the adhesive and placing it over the side of the hinge. NOTE: If the unit is being built-in a screw can be used to secure the unit to the cabinet in place of installing the side covers.

Hinge Cover

INSTALLING THE DOOR PANEL

The ice machine is supplied without a conventional door covering, allowing the attachment of a stainless steel door panel or a custom panel.

NOTE: If the door swing is to be changed, it needs to be done BEFORE attaching the door panel.

Door Panel

Finished stainless steel door panels with handles are available from GE Appliances for attachment to the ice

machine. See Accessories on page 10. A custom panel of wood or other material not exceeding 15

lbs can be used and must follow these guidelines: width: 14 7/8”

height: between 29 5/8” and 30 5/8” thickness: 5/8” to 3/4”

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE ICE MACHINE (Cont.)

INSTALLING THE DOOR PANEL (Cont.)

The ice machine is supplied without a conventional door covering, allowing the attachment of a stainless steel door panel or a custom panel.

NOTE: If the door swing is to be changed, it needs to be done BEFORE attaching the door panel.

Door Panel

Finished stainless steel door panels with handles are available from GE Appliances for attachment to the ice machine. See Accessories on page 10.

A custom panel of wood or other material not exceeding 15 lbs can be used and must follow these guidelines: width: 14 7/8”

height: between 29 5/8” and 30 5/8” thickness: 5/8” to 3/4”

For Custom Panel:

1. Measure overall height of the cabinet opening where the ice machine will be installed (floor to bottom of the countertop edge).

2. Determine desired toekick height (bottom of door to the floor). This can be equal to the adjacent cabinet’s toekick height.

3. The clearance between the countertop and the top of the ice machine should be at least 1/8”.

4. Subtract the toekick height and the clearance from the opening height to determine the height of your custom door panel.

7. Drill pilot holes on the back of the panel at your

14-15/16”

13-31/64”

markings. Use a drill stop to prevent drilling through the panel.

1-1/16”

13/32”

1/8”

TYP (10)

6-25/32”

4-1/8”

13-9/16”

8-1/4”

30-5/8” 29-5/8”

1/8” or greater clearance

Cabinet opening

Toekick height

5. Cut the panel to the specified width and height.

6. Determine the top of the panel. Measure and mark hole locations.

13/32”

Centerline

14-7/8”

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE DOOR PANEL (Cont)

If the door swing is going to be changed please complete prior to installing the door panel. See page 13.

Attaching the Door Panel

The panel will be held on by 6 sheet metal screws and 2 machine screws.

1. Remove the gasket from the inside of the door and retain for later use.

2. Remove any plastic covering the stainless steel panel.

3. Place the door panel onto the outside of the door and secure it with 2 machine screws in the left center and right center of the door.

4. Fasten the panel to the door using the 6 sheet metal screws. In the hinge opening area opposite the hinge side, use the outermost screw holes only.

5. Place the covers over the hinge opening areas and secure each cover to the door using a sheet metal screw and washer.

6. Insert hole plug over screw installed in step 5.

7. Return the gasket to its original position.

8. Attach the door to the cabinet using the original screws.

IMPORTANT: In some situations the door can open too far and damage adjacent cabinets. To prevent this, insert a Stop Pin (in hardware packet) into the provided hole in the top and bottom hinges. Drive the pin into the hole until the head is flush with the hinge.

9. Slide the hinge covers from the hardware packet over each hinge.

10. Attach the side covers from the hardware packet over

the hinge by peeling off the covering over the adhesive and placing it over the side of the hinge.

Note: If the unit is being built-in a screw can be used to secure the unit to the cabinet in place of installing the side covers.

Side Cover

11. Return the kickplate and front service panel to their

original positions and attach to the cabinet using the original screws.

Hinge Cover

Stop pin

Gasket

Machine Screw

Use UPPER hole at the top

Door Panel

Use LOWER hole at the bottom

Hole Plug

Cover

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE ICE MACHINE (Cont.)

PLUMBING - DRAIN PUMP

Drain Installation

A drain pump is available for this ice machine. The drain pump kit number is UPK3 and is available at www.geapplianceparts.com or by calling 877-959-8688.

In Canada visit www.GEApppliances.ca or call 800-561-3344.

PLUMBING - GRAVITY DRAIN

Drain Installation

NOTICE

the machine will cause water to back up into the ice storage bin and melt the ice. Gravity drain tubing must be vented, have no kinks, and slope to the building drain. Air gaps are typically required by local codes.

1. Place the ice machine in front of the installation opening. Adjust leveling legs to the approximate height. There are Leg Caps in the hardware packet that can snap onto the leveling legs if they are going to show when the unit is level.

2. Insert drain tube through the routing hole in the back panel.

3. Remove the upper back panel if needed for access to drain connection.

NOTE: If the drain opening has been located in the floor under the base pan according to the pre install specifications, follow steps 4 through 7 to drain the unit through the base. If not, proceed to step 7.

Restrictions in the drain system to

PLUMBING - GRAVITY DRAIN (cont)

4. Remove the clamp and barbed elbow and take off the plastic cover in the base pan below the drain hose.

5. Connect a straight 5/8" barbed connector to the drain hose, securing with the supplied hose clamp.

6. Cut an 8"piece of 5/8" OD x 7/8" OD tygon (clear plastic) tubing. Slide one end of the tube onto the clamp, Leave the other end of the tube lying on the floor of the base pan until the unit is positioned over the floor drain.

7. Route the drain tube. Either a) insert the drain tube through the base pan into the floor drain or b)) route the drain tube through the hole in the lower back panel and connect to barbed elbow and secure with clamp.

8. Reinstall any panels removed to connect the drain.

Water Supply

The recommended water supply tubing is 1/4" OD copper. Stainless steel flex or reinforced PCV tube may also be used. Install an easily accessible shut-off valve between the supply and the unit. This shut-off valve should not be installed behind the unit.

The water connection is at the back of the cabinet. Connect using a compression fitting, one is supplied tied to the water inlet tube at the back of the cabinet.

When built in: Coil enough tubing behind the machine so it can be pushed into the cavity without kinking the tubing.

Drain tubing inside cabinet

Connect water supply here, fitting is supplied in bag tied to tube.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLATION

The ice machine is supplied with a power cord. Do not remove the grounding pin from the cord's plug. Do not use extension cords. Follow all codes. Connect the machine so its own 115v, 15amp circuit.

1. If the electrical outlet for the ice maker is behind the unit, plug it into the unit.

2. Position the unit in the installation opening.

3. Turn on the water supply. Make sure that the icemaker is plugged in and the power is on.

4. Slide the unit into the installation opening, paying special attention to water supply and drain connections. Do not kink!

5. Pour a couple of quarts of water into the ice storage bin; on drain pump equipped machines the drain pump should start and water should pump out. Check for leaks.

6. Replace the service access panel.

7. Level the unit as needed. There are Leg Caps in the hardware packet that can snap onto the leveling legs if they are going to show when the unit is level.

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.

Problem Possible Causes What to Do

Low capacity Restricted drain or standing water in

the bin

No ice Switch is OFF Press the ON/OFF button to turn the

Electric breaker has been tripped Flip the electric breaker back on. Water supply is low If the Check Water light is flashing Red,

Auger motor is not working or is over-

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Time to Clean light is on Clean the ice making system follow-

Clean the air cooled condenser fins. Clean the ice making system. Check the drain line for kinks

power on.

the water supply is low. Reset by pressing ON/OFF button. If this

doesn't reset the motor and the lights continue to flash, call for service.

ing directions in the Care and Cleaning section.

Noise

The ice machine is designed for quiet operation but will make some noise during the ice making cycle.

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