BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Installation UK-KIT-3S Icemaker
Instructions Accessory Kit
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•
IMPORTANT
–
Save these
instructions for local inspector’s use.
•
IMPORTANT
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Observe all
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer
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Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer
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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.
•
CAUTION
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For your safety, unplug
the refrigerator from its electrical outlet to eliminate
danger of electric shock during installation.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS
YOU WILL NEED
• Blade-type screwdriver
• 1/4″ hex socket and
driver
• Adjustable wrench
• 1/2″ open-end wrench
• 3/8″ open-end wrench
• Needle nose pliers
• Masking tape
• Center punch
• Electric drill
• 1/4″ drill bit
• 3/8″ drill bit
• Hammer
• Small knife
• Bucket
• Towel
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ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
YOU WILL NEED
• 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:
• 15′ WX8X2
• 20′ WX8X3
• 25′ WX8X4
GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are
available in the following lengths:
• 2′ WX08X10002
• 6′ WX08X10002
• 15′ WX08X10002
• 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. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age and cause
water damage to your home.
NOTE: DO NOT USE A SELF-PIERCING VALVE.
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737)
or Visit our Website at:
www.GEAppliances.com
