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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2,
WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing
(WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and
WX08X10025).
When connecting your refrigerator to a GE
Appliances Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only
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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.
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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
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All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.
WARNING
Connect to potable water supply only.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Copper or SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit,
1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the
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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.
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available in the following lengths:
2' (.6 m)
8' (2.4 m)
– WX08X10002
– WX08X10006
15' (4.6 m)
25' (7.6 m)
– WX08X10015
– WX08X10025
Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet
(2.4 m) as described above.
NOTE: The only GE Appliances approved plastic tubing is that supplied in SmartConnect™
5HIULJHUDWRU7XELQJNLWV'RQRWXVHDQ\RWKHUSODVWLF 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 Appliances water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra cost from your dealer or from
Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688.
• A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (138-827 kilopascals) on models without a water filter and between 40 and
120 p.s.i. (138-827 kilopascals) on models with a water filter.
• Power drill.
• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
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INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (Continued)
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (Cont.)
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Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled to the tubing.
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CHOOSE THE VALVE
LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible.
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SmartConnect™ Refrigerator tubing.
• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a
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DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE
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SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury during installation, you must first unplug the refrigerator before proceeding.
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FASTEN THE SHUTOFF
VALVE
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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.
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INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (Continued)
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TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell.
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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.
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FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is clear.
Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed through the tubing.
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ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
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.
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CONNECT THE TUBING TO
THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve.
Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.
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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.
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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.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of death or electric shock, you must follow these instructions:
Ŷ Unplug the refrigerator before removing any panels.
Ŷ Do not contact or damage any wiring while the panel is removed.
Ŷ Replace all parts and panels before plugging the refrigerator back in.
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INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (Continued)
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CONNECT THE TUBING TO
THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Remove the access cover.
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TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
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 SmartConnect™
Refrigerator Tubing kit, the nuts are already assembled to the tubing.
,QVHUWWKHHQGRIWKHWXELQJLQWRWKHZDWHUYDOYH connection as far as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.
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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.
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WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
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Reattach the compressor compartment access cover.
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INSTALLING THE
REFRIGERATOR
Plug in the refrigerator.
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall.
Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
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START THE ICEMAKER
Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position. The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature
RI)±&RUEHORZ,WZLOOWKHQEHJLQ operation automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the ON position.
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