GE GTS18SBXSS Use and Care Manual - Page 7
Automatic Icemaker, Dispenser - lighting
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the automatic icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice. GEAppliances.com There are 2 types of icemakers: Power Switch Icemaker Green Power Light Feeler Arm Power switch model Feeler Arm in the STOP Feeler Arm in (up) position the ON (down) position Feeler arm model Automatic Icemaker (on some models) The icemaker will produce approximately 3 to 31⁄2 lbs. of ice in a 24-hour period, depending on the 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, move the feeler arm to the STOP (up) position. When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position. The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to 15°F. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Once the icemaker starts to make ice, it may take up to 48 hours to fill the bin, depending on the temperature settings and number of door openings. You will hear a buzzing sound each time the icemaker fills with water. Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear. Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm. When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice. It is normal for several cubes to be joined together. If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become cloudy, taste stale, shrink or fuse together. On power switch models, the green power light will blink if ice cubes get stuck in the icemaker. 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. After the icemaker has been turned on again, there will be a delay of about 45 minutes before the icemaker resumes operation. NOTE: In homes with lower-than-average water pressure, you may hear the icemaker cycle multiple times when making one batch of ice. Icemaker accessory kit: If your refrigerator did not already come equipped with an automatic icemaker, an icemaker accessory kit is available at extra cost. Check the back of the refrigerator for the specific icemaker kit needed for your model. Water Filter Accessory The water filter is an option at extra cost and is available from your dealer. Specify WR97X0214. It has complete installation instructions and installs on 1/4″ O.D. copper water line or plastic tubing that is included in a GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kit. When using the plastic tubing, an additional piece of plastic tubing (WX08X10002) must also be ordered since the plastic tubing should not be cut. 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. To Use the Dispenser (on some models) The water dispenser is located on the left wall inside the refrigerator compartment. To dispense water: Hold the glass against the recess. Push the water dispenser button. Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for 2-3 seconds after releasing the dispenser button. Water may continue to dispense after the button is released. If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed, there may be air in the water line system. Press the dispenser button for at least 2 minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system. During this process, the dispenser noise may be loud as the air is purged from the water line system. To flush out impurities in the water line, throw away the first 6 glassfuls of water. NOTE: To avoid water deposits, the dispenser should be cleaned periodically by wiping with a clean cloth or sponge. 7