GE UK-KIT-3S User's Manual
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1. Notes 14 icemaker Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here a or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase on line 24 hours a day visit us at www GEAppliances com date is needed to obtain service or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 under the warranty For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the icemaker which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship During this From the date of the full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace original purchase the defective part What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers tas PEGeHeS Damage to the product caused by accident fire floods or acts Improper installation of God You are responsible for providing adequate electrical Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible plumbing and other connecting facilities including the defects with this appliance 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 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 cost2. www GEAppliances com Safety Information re eee ae 2 Owner s Manual and a tisiradi Installation Instructions era ing NSTVUCTIONS How The Icemaker Works 3 UK Kit 3S How To Use Your Icemaker 3 Model UK KIT 3S for 22 refrigerators with the freezer on the bottom Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 4 5 Installation Instructions UK KIT 3S Icemaker Accessory Kit Before You Begin 6 7 Installing The Icemaker 8 9 Water Line Installation 11 13 Water Valve Installation 10 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Wallan co syetaneehoe ceeds 15 10527055 162D1599P009 49 6013930 05 01 JR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Vi SE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS a Q D For Your Safety Do not place fingers or hands in the automatic It will also prevent interference with moving parts icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is of the ejector mechanism and the heating element plugged in This will help protect you from that releases the cubes located on the bottom of possible injury the icemaker Vib SD READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY Ao N READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About the automatic icemaker www GEAppliances com Feeler arm Arm up stops operation Arm down icemaker will operate How the Ilcemaker Works Water fills the empty cube mold when the freezer has cooled to freezing te
3. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN 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 itis hand tight then tighten one additional turn with a wrench Overtightening may cause leaks Installation Instructions WATER LINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY TUBING TO REFRIGERATOR Before making connection to the refrigerator be sure refrigerator power cord is not plugged into wall outlet e Turn water on and flush out the tubing making certain that all foreign matter is removed from the line e Shut the water off after about 1 quart of water has been flushed through the tubing NOTE Some localities may have sand or other foreign matter present in the water supply in such quantities that they may in time collect in the screen of the water valve attached to the back of the refrigerator and tend to reduce the water flow to the icemaker Where such conditions exist we recommend that an additional filter or strainer be installed in the line near the refrigerator Ifa screen type strainer is used it should be 80 mesh or finer e Remove the plastic cap from the water valve and plastic tube assembly e If using copper tubing cut off the flared end of the copper tubing and remove the flare nut from the tubing Place the 1 4 compression nut and ferrule onto the end of the copper tubing as shown on page 12 Insert t
4. 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 1D Consumer Support GE Appliances Website www GEAppliances com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts catalogs or even schedule service on line You can also Ask Our Team of Experts your questions and so much more Schedule Service www GEAppliances com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during normal business hours Real Life Design Studio www GEAppliances com GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitche
5. 100 psi to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 psi is recommended for units with water filters e Check water connection procedure in these Installation Instructions Self piercing and 3 16 saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time Check icemaker wiring harness connection e Confirm that freezer section is operating at proper temperature See the controls section in your refrigerator s Owner s Manual e Wait 24 hours for ice production to begin and for ice to restock after being emptied Check house water pressure Water pressure must be between 20 and 100 psi to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 psi is recommended for units with water filters Problem Ice cubes stick together or shrink Ice forms in inlet tube to icemaker on some models Unit is leaking water Possible Causes Ice not being used often enough Water pressure is too low Freezer compartment is too warm Unapproved plastic tubing was used to complete water connection Water pressure is too low Improper water valve installation www GEAppliances com What To Do e Empty ice cube bucket more frequently e Low water pressure can cause valve to leak Water pressure must be between 20 and 100 psi to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 psi is recommended for units with water filters e Turn the temperature control to a cooler setting See the controls secti
6. ALVE ON NEAREST COLD FREQUENTLY USED DRINKING WATER LINE e Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible It is best to connect into the side ofa 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 Drill a 1 4 hole in one wall of the water pipe using a sharp bit Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell P clamp 1 4 Fitting Ferrule Compression nut _ Refrigerator connection SsmartConnect Tubing 3 ROUTE WATER SUPPLY TUBING BETWEEN COLD WATER LINE AND REFRIGERATOR Route tubing where the temperature remains above 35 F Then route the tubing through a hole drilled in the floor behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet as close to the wall as possible Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10 inches diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation 4 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY TUBING TO SHUTOFF VALVE If using copper tubing place the compression nut and ferrule onto the end of the tubing and connect to the shutoff valve Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve Tighten the compression nut securely then pull on the tube to check for a secure connection
7. Certain types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and cause water damage to your home NOTE DO NOT USEA SELF PIERCING VALVE Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN CONTENTS OF UK KIT 3S Water Valve Assembly Plastic Stick On Clamp Stainless Steel Clip LEY 3 Compression Nut ee Q Water Tube Z Owners Manual P Clamp used for amp water line tubing Flexible Plastic Tubing Installation Instructions 5 8 Icemaker Mounting Screws pomle ICE MAKER WARRANTY VERIFICATION Date Installed Dealer Owner s Manual Ice Bucket Installation Instructions Double Prong Plugs Warranty Label and Warranty Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE ICEMAKER 1 REMOVE THE ICE SERVICE RACK 3 INSTALL WATER FILL TUBE An ice service rack is mounted on knobs secured with screws in the left side of the freezer wall e Remove ice trays and storage bin e Carefully slide the ice rack up and off the mounting knobs Ice Service Remove and discard the screws and knobs from the wall 2 REMOVE ELECTRICAL PLUG AND WATER CONNECTION COVER Electrical plug and water connection cover e Remove screw A that holds the cover in place Discard the screw and cover Cover mounting slot Double prong plug e Push ina double prong plug to seal the cover mounting slot THROUGH THE BACK OF THE REFRIGERATOR Remove the cover for the water tube inlet hole on the back of the refrigerator n
8. ch as the hum of the motor movement of the cube ejector humming or clicking of the water valve and rattling of ice as it falls into the bin These sounds are normal The Icemaker ejects cubes in groups and it is normal for several cubes to be joined together Ice cubes that have been in the ice storage bin for a considerable length of time may pick up off flavor tastes stick together and gradually become smaller We suggest that these cubes be thrown away You may on occasion find a few smaller than normal cubes in the bin This is probably caused by low water pressure at time of water fill and is no cause for concern The ice storage bin should be cleaned occasionally in warm water Rinse and wipe dry Be sure to put the icemaker feeler arm in the STOP up position when cleaning the bin Keep the ice level to keep it coming If the cubes should build up in one area of the ice storage bin after being ejected from the mold just level them out with your hand Keep the cubes distributed evenly and the bin can reach its maximum cube capacity Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the charts on the following Q pages first and you may not need to call for service Problem Automatic icemaker does not operate Cubes are too small Ice cubes have odor taste Icemaker ts not producing ice Icemaker ts not producing enough ice or ice is deformed Possible Causes F
9. e between 20 and 120 psi Copper or GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing 1 4 O D should be used to connect the refrigerator to the water supply 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 shutoff valve should be connected 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 A saddle type shutoff valve permitted by many local plumbing codes is shown below Compression Ferrule sleeve nut smartConnect Tubing Compression nut Min 5 32 dia opening Check your local plumbing codes before choosing this type of valve We recommend using the saddle valve supplied with GE Water Supply Kits WX8X2 WX8X3 and WX8X4 NOTE DO NOT USE A SELF PIERCING VALVE Installation Instructions WATER LINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TYPICAL PLUMBING INSTALLATION WITH WATER SUPPLY KITS WX8X2 WX8X3 and WX8X4 Sealing Cold water washer Sy BII gj Shutoff valve a Ferrule SmartConnect Tubing Compression nut A Compression pe 1 SHUT OFF MAIN WATER SUPPLY e Open the closest cold water faucet to clear water from the line 2 INSTALL SHUTOFF V
10. e points on the bottom right position marked 1 and 2 across from A and B Re install the vertical wire and tube cover To avoid pinching wires carefully tuck the wires inside the cover Secure the cover by reusing all the original Screws Wire and Plastic tube cover stick on clamp ieee j flexible plastic tubing Water valve e Secure the 1 4 inch flexible plastic tubing to the rear wall of the refrigerator cabinet using the plastic stick on clamp NOTE The P clamp is used to secure the 1 4 inch flexible tubing at the back horizontal cover using the existing cover screw See Water Line Installation Instructions Installation Instructions WATER LINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line make sure the icemaker feeler arm is kept in the STOP up position j CAUTION When using any electrical device such as a power drill during installation be sure the device is insulated or wired in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements WARRANTY INFORMATION 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 11 WHAT YOU WILL NEED A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation Water pressure must b
11. ear the bottom Use a flat blade screwdriver Cover for the covered with water tube inlet hole on the back masking a ag o of the refrigerator protect against scratching the refrigerator Masking tape After removing the cover use the screwdriver to pierce the interior sealing tape that covers the hole for the water fill tube inlet Clear a path for Sealing tape remove Back of the inside refrigerator To prevent the styrofoam insulation beads from entering the water fill tube during installation temporarily cover the end of the tube with masking tape Push the water fill tube through the hole From the inside Water fill tube of the freezer pull the Back water fill tube through ae the hole in the back oa wall Be sure to Water remove the masking ne tape from the end of inlet the water fill tube to hole i Back of the allow water to flow refrigerator into the icemaker Masking XK electrical tape connection From the outside push gently on the water fill EE waa tube while twisting it fill tube slightly until the flange is firmly sealed inside the hole on the back of the refrigerator Make sure the water fill tube is completely sealed Flange Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE ICEMAKER 4 HANG THE ICEMAKER ON 5 LIFT THE ICEMAKER FEELER ARM FREEZER WALL TO THE STOP UP POSITION E gt Stainless 4 Steel clip stops operation Arm down icemak
12. eeler arm is in the STOP up position Electrical power cord may not be plugged in Icemaker is not getting the necessary supply of water Freezer compartment too warm Shutoff valve connecting the refrigerator to the home water line may be clogged Ice stored for an extended period may absorb odors which affect their taste Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed Food transmitting odors taste to ice cubes Interior of the refrigerator needs cleaning Water pressure is too low Improper water valve installation Icemaker wiring harness is not completely inserted in outlet Freezer section not operating at proper temperature Icemaker has just recently been installed or a large amount of ice has just been used Water pressure is too low What To Do e Set the icemaker feeler arm to the ON down position e Make sure plug from power cord fits tightly into wall outlet e Make sure the water supply is connected and turned on Check for kinks in the 1 4 water supply tubing Remove kinks or replace tubing if there are kinks e Turn the temperature control to a cooler setting See the controls section in your refrigerator s Owner s Manual e Unclog it e Use ice regularly Discard old cubes e Empty and wash ice storage bin e Wrap foods well e See your refrigerator s Owner s Manual e Low water pressure can cause valve to leak Water pressure must be between 20 and
13. er will e Slip the stainless steel clip over the wall of the operate water cup The icemaker should feel secure when you lift the arm Leave the feeler arm in the STOP up position until the refrigerator is connected to the water supply to prevent it from operating before the water supply connection is complete 6 PLACE ICE STORAGE BIN ON FREEZER SHELF e Screw one 5 8 icemaker mounting screw in the top l front hole Leave the head out approximately 3 8 for a i up position the slot in the icemaker hanger to slip over the screw Water fill E tub Start this L pace screw first Wire ae harness Hangers a AR outlet Water Move the ice storage bin into place directly under the icemaker NOTE Check again to make sure the icemaker power cord is fully inserted into its outlet e Hold the icemaker in position inside the freezer Insert the wire harness plug into the outlet using a rocking Check again to make sure the icemaker feeler arm motion until the locking fingers on the sides of the is in the STOP up position plug snap into place The plug fits only one way e Slip the icemaker hanger over the mounting screw while easing the icemaker water cup toward the end of APPLY WARRANTY LABEL TO the water fill tube The water fill tube fits under the BACK OF REFRIGERATOR stainless steel clip on the water cup The water fill tube must not be kinked It should extend appro
14. he end of the water supply tubing into the water valve as far as possible While holding the tubing tighten the fitting then pull on the tube to check fora secure connection DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN e If using plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing Kit insert the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator connection and tighten the compression nut until it is hand tight then tighten one additional turn with a wrench Overtightening may cause leaks Wire and Plastic tube cover stick on clamp 1 4 plastic tubing Water supply tubing Back cover screw Water valve e Secure the 1 4 inch flexible water supply tubing with the P clamp at the back horizontal cover using the existing cover screw 6 TURN ON WATER AND CHECK ALL JOINTS FOR LEAKS Tighten fittings if required to stop leaks PLUG REFRIGERATOR POWER CORD INTO APPROPRIATE ELECTRICAL OUTLET SET THE ICEMAKER FEELER ARM TO THE ON DOWN POSITION The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15 F or below It will then begin operation automatically 9 MOVE THE REFRIGERATOR BACK TO THE WALL Arrange the coil of copper tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall Make sure the water supply tubing does not get kinked NOTE The first few batches of cubes should be thrown away so that remaining impurities in the water line will be flushed out
15. mperature Cold air is forced directly over mold When frozen the cubes are moved up and out of the mold The sweeper arm ejects them into the ice storage bin below The feeler arm senses when the bin is full and signals the icemaker to stop ejecting more cubes However the mold has been refilled and cubes frozen so the new supply is ready when needed As soon as ice is removed from the bin the feeler arm signals that more is needed Icemaker resumes operation by ejecting ready and waiting frozen cubes How to Use Your lcemaker To start the Icemaker lower the feeler arm to the ON down position Make sure the ice storage bin is below the icemaker and pushed back as far as possible When the Icemaker is first connected or after any extended period of non use you should discard the first few batches of cubes Use ice regularly to maintain the best quality The feeler arm must be free to operate upward and outward over the top of the ice storage bin during each ice delivery cycle Make sure packages in the freezer compartment do not block its movement Raise the feeler arm to the STOP up position when e Ice storage bin is to be removed for extended period of time e Refrigerator is not to be used for an extended time such as vacations Also turn off the water supply to the icemaker in this instance e Water supply is to be shut off for several hours During operation you may hear certain sounds su
16. munication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material or detach and use the form in this Owner s Manual Printed in the United States
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18. on in your refrigerator s Owner s Manual e Use only copper tubing or plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing Kit 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 Other types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and cause water damage to your home GE is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation of water connection e Check house water pressure Water pressure must be between 20 and 100 psi to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 psi is recommended for units with water filters e Check water connection procedure in these Installation Instructions Self piercing and saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully s IMPORTANT Save these instructions for local inspector s use IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and ordinances e 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 d
19. ue to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty CAUTION For your safety unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet to eliminate danger of electric shock during installation UK KIT 3S Icemaker Accessory Kit TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED Blade type screwdriver Center punch 1 4 hex socket and Electric drill driver 1 4 drill bit Adjustable wrench 3 8 drill bit Hammer Small knife Needle nose pliers Bucket 1 2 open end wrench 3 8 open end wrench Masking tape Towel ADDITIONAL MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED e Tubing shutoff valve and fittings necessary to supply water to your refrigerator They are not included in UK KIT 3S 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 GE Copper Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available in the following lengths e 15 WX8X2 e 20 WX8X3 e 25 WX8X4 GE SmartConnect Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available in the following lengths 2 WxX08X10002 6 WxX08X10002 15 WxX08X10002 25 WX08X10002 Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 extra tubing to allow moving the refrigerator away from the wall 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
20. ximately A label is provided in the kit On it record the date of 1 2 into the water cup and must not become easily the installation for warranty purposes dislodged e Screw in the two remaining icemaker mounting screws The icemaker installation is now complete Tighten all three screws Refer to the following instructions for connecting the icemaker to the home water supply Installation Instructions WATER VALVE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL THE WATER VALVE 1 4 plastic tubing Wire and tub cover e Remove and save the 4 hex screws and the vertical wire and tube cover from the back of the refrigerator e To access the water valve cut along the outline in the fiberboard cover using a utility knife Remove the fiberboard Water valve Fi wire connector plastic Water valve wires e Thread the water valve wires through the rectangular opening taking care not to bend any existing tubes Discard mounting plate Remove hex screws and reuse to mount water valve e Usea 1 4 hex nut driver to remove the two lower screws from the valve mounting plate and discard the mounting plate Reuse hex screws to mount water valve e Attach the water valve to the lower rail using the hex screws removed from the mounting plate This will assure that the water valve is electrically grounded Terminal board Water valve wire connector Plug the water valve wire connector into the terminal board at th
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