GE IM4D Original instructions

SAFETY INFORMATION .........3
USING THE ICEMAKER
Automatic Icemaker....................4
Preparing for Vacation .................4
Setting the icemaker to OFF ............4
Normal sounds you may hear. . . . . . . . . . . .4
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS .................5
Icemaker Installation U, V, W............7
Icemaker Installation T (IM4D only) .....10
Water Valve Assembly
Installation U, V, W .................12
Water Valve Assembly
Installation T (IM4D only)............14
Water Line Installation ................16
TROUBLESHOOTING........... 20
WARRANTY .......................23
CONSUMER SUPPORT ......... 24
ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/
ESPAÑOL
245D1524P001 49-60698-4 08-17 GEA
OWNER’S MANUAL &
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
ICEMAKER ACCESSORY KIT
IM4D and IM4LED
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.

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THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME.
Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family.
We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every
GE Appliances product, and we think you will too.

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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.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your
refrigerator, follow these basic safety precautions:
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of your refrigerator before installing or operating
the icemaker.
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installation of this icemaker accessory kit.
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wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
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before operating.
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CAUTION
Avoid contact with the moving parts of the icemaker ejector mechanism, or with the heating element
that releases the cubes, located on the bottom of the icemaker. Do not place fingers or hands on the
automatic icemaker while the refrigerator is plugged in.
SAFETY INFORMATION
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING THE
ICEMAKER OR ACCESSORIES

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The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle-
approximately 100-130 cubes in a 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and other use
conditions.
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is made to the icemaker, set the power switch to OFF.
When the refrigerator has been connected to the water
supply, set the power switch to ON.
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to freezing.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to
begin making ice cubes.
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.
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cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
IM4LED only:
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activated by a motion sensor when the freezer door is
opened.
Automatic Icemaker
USING THE ICEMAKER
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
,FHPDNHU
Feeler Arm
Power
Switch
Preparing for Vacation
Set the icemaker power switch to OFF and shut off the
water supply to the refrigerator.
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TXDOLILHGVHUYLFHUGUDLQWKHZDWHUVXSSO\V\VWHPRQ
some models) to prevent serious property damage due
to flooding.
When you should set the icemaker power switch to OFF
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minute or two.
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hours.
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days.
Normal sounds you may hear
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ON position, it will buzz even if it has not yet been
hooked up to water. Keeping the power switch in
the ON position before it is hooked up to water can
damage the icemaker. To prevent this, move the
power switch to the OFF position. This will stop the
buzzing.
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running in the pipes as the icemaker refills.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for
local inspector’s use.
• IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.
• Skill level±,QVWDOODWLRQRIWKLVDSSOLDQFHUHTXLUHV
basic mechanical 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.
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GEAppliances.com.,Q&DQDGDFDOO1.800.561.3344 or visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca
Installation
Instructions
IM4D and IM4LED
Icemaker Kit
ARE YOU REPLACING AN
ICEMAKER WITH THIS KIT?
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tube assembly that come with this kit, even though
your refrigerator may already have them installed.
The old valve will not allow enough water through to
fill the icemaker properly and will cause damage.
Damage – Shipment/Installation
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to the store in which it was bought for repair or
replacement.
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replacement is the responsibility of the customer.
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the customer), repair or replacement must be made
by arrangement between customer and installer.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Installation Instructions
CONTENTS OF KIT IM4D and IM4LED
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Hex-Head Screw
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Water Valve and
Tube Assembly
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Adhesive-Backed Water Tube
Fasteners, to secure plastic
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Hex-Head Screw, for
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house water line
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ICEMAKER
WARRANTY VERIFICATION
Date Installed
Dealer
13
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1SELECT FILL TUBE FOR YOUR
REFRIGERATOR
Which fill tube should you use?
There is a label on the back of the refrigerator that
will tell you which to use: 8 V or W
The fill tube you use will depend on the model and
size of your refrigerator.
For letter U
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length from the tip of the fill tube. This will ensure
the correct length fill tube for your model. This will
provide proper water flow into your fill cup and
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with water and ice.
For letter W
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length from the tip of the fill tube. This will ensure
the correct length fill tube for your model. This will
provide proper water flow into your fill cup and
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with water and ice.
For letter V
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because the length is critical to the performance of
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from the fill tube into the freezer itself.
• Open the fresh food door and locate the label in
the upper left corner of the compartment.
• Find the model number in bold listed under
02'(/12
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to the fill tube number in the table below. NOTE:
The desired number starts at the fourth character.
Installation Instructions
ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS U V OR W
Flat blade and Phillips
screwdrivers Pliers Sharp knife
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label on the back of the refrigerator - 8 V or W . For letter T, go to page 10 for instructions.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
WARNING To reduce the risk of
electric shock or injury during installation,
you must first unplug the refrigerator
before proceeding.
2REPOSITION FREEZER SHELF
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY
APPLIANCE PARK LOUISVILLE, KY 40225
www.GEAppliances.com
LISTED HOSEHOLD REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER
SERIAL NO.
182A
MODEL NO.
FZ743041GTH18GBDCRWW
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IIIIIIII
IIIIII
0RGHO
Number Fill Tube
12 
15 
16 
18 
21 
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11
11
12
12
12
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Installation Instructions
ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
3REMOVE THE OUTLET COVER
Peel off the outlet cover.
6SET POWER SWITCH TO OFF
Set the icemaker power switch to OFF/HDYH
the power switch in the OFF position until the
refrigerator
is connected
to the water
supply to
prevent
premature
operation.
INSTALL THE ICEMAKER
FILL CUP
For letters U & V
,QVWDOOWKHicemaker fill cupLQWRWKH
icemaker as shown.
For letter W
,QVWDOOWKHicemaker fill cup that came with your
UHIULJHUDWRULQWRWKHLFHPDNHUDVVKRZQ,IWKH
fill cup has been misplaced, call 1.800.626.2002
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cup is not installed into the icemaker, there is the
possibility of water leaking into the freezer and
not into the icemaker.
5INSTALL FILL TUBE
Go to the back of the refrigerator. On the
refrigerator side of the fill tube assembly RU
12 depending on model), there is an adhesive
EDFNLQJ5HPRYHWKHDGKHVLYHEDFNLQJDQGVOLGH
the tube into the hole near the top at the back
of the refrigerator. Firmly press on the fill tube
assembly to secure it to the refrigerator.
REMOVE ONLY
TO INSTALL
WATER FILL TUBE
11 12
or
Power
Switch
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13
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may vary)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
4PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION
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ZDOO,IVFUHZVDUHSUHVHQWLQVWHDGRISOXJV
leave them in place.)
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in the rear freezer wall.
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EODGHVFUHZGULYHU5HPRYHWKHZKLWHFDSE\
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screwdriver.
Outlet
cover
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or leave screws in place
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plug button
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8PLUG IN THE ICEMAKER
Holding the icemaker in place, insert the
icemaker power cord plug into the socket on
the side wall, making sure the prongs and holes
are matched. Press
the plug firmly into the
VRFNHW/RFNWKHSOXJLQ
place by clipping the
restraints onto each side
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restraints click into place.
0DNHVXUHWKHSRZHUFRUG
is still in the hook on the
back of the icemaker.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Hook
Installation Instructions
ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
9MOUNT THE ICEMAKER
Ɣ/LIWWKHLFHPDNHUVRWKH fill tube assembly
RUGHSHQGLQJRQPRGHOILWVLQWKHfill
cup opening'+DQJWKHLFHPDNHURQWKH
two mounting screws%
Make sure:
Ɣ The power cord is still firmly in the socket.
Ɣ7KHfill tube assemblyRUGHSHQGLQJ
on model) extends into the fill cup opening
DWWKHEDFNRIWKHLFHPDNHU&KHFNWKHUHDU
of the refrigerator to make sure the fill tube
has not been pushed out of the back of the
refrigerator).
Ɣ7KHLFHPDNHUPRXQWLQJVFUHZVDUHORFDWHGLQ
the uppermost position of the mounting slots
on the icemaker bracket.
Ɣ7KHLFHPDNHULVOHYHO
Ɣ7KHLFHPDNHUSRZHUVZLWFKLVLQWKHOFF
position.
SECURELY TIGHTEN THE ICEMAKER
MOUNTING SCREWS.
11 12
D
B
10 INSTALL THE ICE BUCKET
Place the ice bucket
under the icemaker.
11 ATTACH WARRANTY LABEL
A labelLVSURYLGHGZLWKWKLVNLWWRUHFRUGWKH
date of installation for warranty purposes. Apply it
to the back of the refrigerator.
12 KEEP THIS MANUAL
The warranty for the icemaker is printed in
this manual. Keep this manual with your
Refrigerator Owner’s Manual.
The icemaker installation inside the freezer is
now complete. Continue to the Water Valve
Assembly section on page 12.
8

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Installation Instructions
2SET POWER SWITCH TO OFF
Set the icemaker power switch to OFF/HDYH
the power switch in the OFF position until the
refrigerator is connected to the water supply to
prevent premature operation.
3INSTALL THE MOUNTING
SCREWS
Ɣ Skip to Step 4 if screws are already in place in
the freezer side wall.
Ɣ ,QVWDOOWZRVHOIWDSSLQJ
Phillips head screws 
from the kit in the holes in
the side wall. The screw
heads should extend about
PPIURPWKHVLGH
wall.
4INSTALL THE ICEMAKER
FILL CUP
,QVWDOOWKHLFHPDNHUILOOFXSHQGPRXQWHG
that came with your unit into the icemaker as
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ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS T - IM4D ONLY
1PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION
Ɣ 5HPRYHWKHVWRUDJH
EDVNHWRQVRPHPRGHOV
by pulling it out to the
stop position and lifting it
up and out.
NOTE: After removing
the basket, push the
extension arms back into
the freezer compartment.
Ɣ5HPRYHWKHFKLOOHUVKHOI
RQVRPHPRGHOVE\
pulling it straight out.
Ɣ5HPRYHWKHFHQWHU
YHUWLFDOVKHOIVXSSRUWRQ
some models) by lifting it
and rotating its bottom to
the right.
Ɣ,QVLGHWKHIUHH]HU
remove the two small
white plug buttons
RQVRPHPRGHOV
IURPWKHVLGHZDOO,I
screws are present
instead of plugs,
leave them in place.)
Ɣ5HPRYHDQGGLVFDUG
the large white plug
from the rear freezer
wall.
Ɣ5HPRYHWKHRXWOHWFRYHUZLWKDIODWEODGH
screwdriver.
Flat blade and Phillips
screwdrivers Pliers Sharp knife
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
WARNING To reduce the risk of
electric shock or injury during installation,
you must first unplug the refrigerator
before proceeding. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in electrical
shock.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Outlet
cover
5HPRYHVLGHZDOOSOXJEXWWRQV
or leave screws in place
5HDUZDOO
plug button
Power
Switch
$SSHDUDQFHPD\YDU\
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Instructions
ICEMAKER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
5PLUG IN THE ICEMAKER
Holding the icemaker in place, insert the
icemaker power cord plug into the socket on the
side wall, making sure the prongs and holes are
matched. Press the plug firmly into the socket.
/RFNWKHSOXJLQSODFHE\FOLSSLQJWKHUHVWUDLQWV
RQWRHDFKVLGHRIWKHSOXJ0DNHVXUHWKH
restraints click into place and the power cord is
still in the hook on the back of the icemaker.
6MOUNT THE ICEMAKER
Ɣ/LIWWKHLFHPDNHUVRWKHfill tube that was
already installed in the refrigerator fits in the fill
cup opening. Hang the icemaker on the two
mounting screws in the side wall.
Make sure:
Ɣ The power cord is still firmly in the socket.
Ɣ7KHfill tube extends into the fill cup opening
DWWKHEDFNRIWKHLFHPDNHU&KHFNWKHUHDU
of the refrigerator to make sure the fill tube
has not been pushed out of the back of the
refrigerator).
Ɣ7KHLFHPDNHUPRXQWLQJVFUHZVDUHORFDWHGLQ
the uppermost position of the mounting slots
on the icemaker bracket.
Ɣ7KHLFHPDNHULVOHYHO
Ɣ7KHLFHPDNHUSRZHUVZLWFKLVVHWWROFF.
SECURELY TIGHTEN THE ICEMAKER
MOUNTING SCREWS.
8ATTACH WARRANTY LABEL
A labelLVSURYLGHGZLWKWKLVNLWWRUHFRUGWKH
date of installation for warranty purposes. Apply it
to the back of the refrigerator.
RE-INSTALL THE SHELF
SUPPORT, BUCKET, SHELF
AND BASKET
5HSODFHWKHFHQWHUYHUWLFDOVKHOIVXSSRUWLFH
bucket, chiller shelf and storage basket by
reversing the steps in Step 1.
9KEEP THIS MANUAL
The warranty for the icemaker is printed in
this manual. Keep this manual with your
Refrigerator Owner’s Manual.
The icemaker installation inside the freezer is
now complete. Continue to the Water Valve
Assembly section on page 14.

12 49-60698-4
Installation Instructions
1REMOVE THE COVER
5HPRYHWKHFRPSUHVVRUFRPSDUWPHQWDFFHVV
FRYHU7KLVUHTXLUHVUHPRYLQJVFUHZVZKLFK
attach the cover to the back of the refrigerator
case.
Be sure to save the screws as the access
cover must be reinstalled later to ensure your
refrigerator will function properly.
2ATTACH THE WATER VALVE
Ɣ/RFDWHWKHIHPDOH
connector plug.
Plug the female
connector &RQWR
the male terminals
on the water valve
(LWKHUZLUH
can go on either
terminal.
Ɣ)DVWHQWKHZDWHU
valve to the
cabinet by driving
the hex-head
screwIURPWKH
kit into the hole in
the cabinet leg.
CAUTION Some models have multiple screw
holes on the cabinet leg. Be sure not to use the
same screw hole as the access cover, and that the
water valve does not interfere with other components
or wires in the compressor compartment, as this may
cause damage.
3CONNECT WATER TUBE
TO INLET
Ɣ6TXHH]HWKHHQGVRIWKHhose clamp
from the kit with pliers and slide the clamp over
the fill tube assembly, located in the top right
corner of the refrigerator.
Ɣ:KLOHVWLOOVTXHH]LQJWKHFODPSLQVHUWWKH
free end of the water tubeLQWRWKHILOOWXEH
assembly as far as it will go.
Ɣ7KHQVOLGHWKHFODPSGRZQZDUGWRFDSWXUHWKH
water tube in place.
WATER VALVE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS U V OR W
Flat blade and Phillips
screwdrivers Pliers Sharp knife
$UHWKHVHWKHULJKWLQVWUXFWLRQVIRU\RXUPRGHO")ROORZWKH,QVWDOODWLRQ,QVWUXFWLRQVLQGLFDWHGE\WKH
label on the back of the refrigerator - 8 V or W . For letter T, go to page 14 for instructions.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
WARNING To reduce the risk of
electric shock or injury during installation,
you must first unplug the refrigerator
before proceeding. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in electrical
shock.
DQG1XWGULYHUV
C3
9
14
4
Fill tube
assembly
Water tube
Clamp
3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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 damage any wiring while the panel is
removed.
Ŷ Replace all parts and panels before plugging
the refrigerator back in.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
3CONNECT WATER TUBE
TO INLET (cont.)
Ɣ8VLQJRQHRIWKHadhesive-backed fasteners
VHFXUHWKHZDWHUWXEHWRWKHEDFNRIWKH
UHIULJHUDWRUDERXWEHORZWKHLQOHW
Ɣ,IWKHZDWHUWXEHLVQRWSXVKHGLQDVIDUDVLW
can go and the hose clamp is not in place over
the fill tube assembly, then leaks are possible.
Installation Instructions
WATER VALVE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(Continued)
4INSTALL WATER LINE CLAMP
Ɣ$WWDFKWKHmetal water
line clamp (strain relief)
WRWKHUHIULJHUDWRU
Drive the screwIURP
the kit through the clamp
DWWKHVPDOOLQGHQWLQWR
the back of the cabinet.
Ɣ7KHPHWDOFODPSLVIRUWKHKRXVHZDWHUOLQH
VHHWKH:DWHU/LQH,QVWDOODWLRQ,QVWUXFWLRQV
,WLVQRWWREHXVHGIRUWKHZDWHUWXEHIURPWKH
water valve up to the inlet.
5ROUTE AND ATTACH THE
WATER TUBE
Ɣ)DVWHQWKHSODVWLFZDWHUWXEHWRWKHEDFNRIWKH
refrigerator with adhesive-backed fasteners
VSDFLQJWKHIDVWHQHUVDVVKRZQWRWDNHXS
slack in the tube.
5
6
Small indent for water
line clamp installation
Adhesive-backed
fasteners for water tube
6WATER VALVE INSTALLED
5HIHUWRWKH:DWHU/LQH,QVWDOODWLRQ,QVWUXFWLRQV
for connection to the home water supply. After
water line installation is completed, set the
icemaker power switch to ON.
The icemaking cycle will not begin until the
icemaker and freezer compartment reach
operating temperature, then icemaking will
begin automatically.
REINSTALL THE COVER
5HLQVWDOOWKHFRPSUHVVRUFRPSDUWPHQWDFFHVV
FRYHU7KLVUHTXLUHVXVLQJWKHVFUHZV\RX
removed previously to reattach the cover to
the back of the refrigerator case. This must
be reinstalled for your refrigerator to function
properly.
WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD
Attach tubing clamp using existing hole only. DO
NOT drill into the refrigerator.

14 49-60698-4
2PLASTIC WATER TUBING
Ɣ5HPRYHZDWHUOLQHIURPWKHYDOYHDVVHPEO\
LQFOXGHGLQWKLVNLWE\UHPRYLQJWKHWXEH
from the clip and pushing on the bottom of the
YDOYHTXLFNFRQQHFWGLVHQJDJLQJWKHWXEHDQG
pulling it from the valve.
Ɣ8VHWKHZDWHUOLQHIURPWKHILOOWXEHDVVHPEO\
that came with the refigerator. The water line
is attached to the fill tube assembly that is
DOUHDG\LQVWDOOHGLQWKHUHIULJHUDWRU5HPRYH
WKHSOXJIURPWKHHQGRIWKHZDWHUOLQH5RXWH
the water line through the clip on the valve
SXVKLQJLWLQWRWKHTXLFNFRQQHFWRQWKHYDOYH
The white line will
be barely visible
if properly
engaged.
1REMOVE THE COVER
8VHDQXWGULYHURUDQDGMXVWDEOHZUHQFK
to remove the compressor compartment access
FRYHU7KLVUHTXLUHVUHPRYLQJVL[VFUHZVZKLFK
attach the cover to the back of the refrigerator
case.
Be sure to save the screws as the access
cover must be reinstalled later to ensure your
refrigerator will function properly.
3ATTACH THE BRACKET
EXTENSION TO THE WATER
VALVE
Ɣ8VHD´
nutdriver to
attach the
bracket extension
WRWKHZDWHU
valve bracket
with the screw

WATER VALVE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS T - IM4D ONLY
Flat blade and Phillips
screwdrivers Pliers Sharp knife
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
WARNING To reduce the risk of
electric shock or injury during installation,
you must first unplug the refrigerator
before proceeding. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in electrical
shock.
DQG1XWGULYHUV
Installation Instructions
Push up
Quick-connect
Pull down
Clip
Water line
Quick-connect
Clip
Water line
Bracket
extension
17
16
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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 damage any wiring while the panel is
removed.
Ŷ Replace all parts and panels before plugging
the refrigerator back in.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Instructions
WATER VALVE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(Continued)
4ATTACH THE WATER VALVE TO
THE MACHINE COMPARTMENT
Ɣ/RFDWHWKHIHPDOH
connector plug. Plug the
female connector onto
the male terminals on
the water valve. Either
wire can go on either
terminal.
Ɣ)DVWHQWKHZDWHU
valve to the
cabinet by driving
the hex-head
VFUHZIURP
the kit through
the hole in the
bracket extension
and into the hole
in the cabinet.
5INSTALL WATER LINE CLAMP
Ɣ$WWDFKWKHwater line clamp
VWUDLQUHOLHIIURPWKH
kit to the refrigerator. With
the clamp directly in line
with the water valve, drive
the screwIURPWKHNLW
through the clamp at the
indent into the back of the
cabinet.
Ɣ7KHPHWDOFODPSLVIRUWKHKRXVHZDWHUOLQH
VHH:DWHU/LQH,QVWDOODWLRQ,QVWUXFWLRQV,WLV
not to be used for the tubing from the water
valve up to the icemaker.
6ROUTE AND ATTACH THE
PLASTIC WATER LINE
Ɣ)DVWHQWKHSODVWLFZDWHUOLQHWRWKHEDFNRIWKH
cabinet with adhesive-backed fasteners 
9
Adhesive-backed
fastener for plastic
water line
4
WATER VALVE INSTALLED
5HIHUWRWKH:DWHU/LQH,QVWDOODWLRQ,QVWUXFWLRQV
for connection to the home water supply. After
water line installation is completed, set the
icemaker power switch to ON.
The icemaking cycle will not begin until the
icemaker and freezer compartment reach
operating temperature, then icemaking will
begin automatically.
8REINSTALL THE COVER
5HLQVWDOOWKHFRPSUHVVRUFRPSDUWPHQWDFFHVV
FRYHU7KLVUHTXLUHVXVLQJWKHVFUHZV\RX
removed previously to reattach the cover to
the back of the refrigerator case. This must
be reinstalled for your refrigerator to function
properly.
WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD
Attach tubing clamp using existing hole only. DO
NOT drill into the refrigerator.
5
6

16 49-60698-4
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE
Installation Instructions
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
5HFRPPHQGHGFRSSHUZDWHUVXSSO\NLWVDUH:;;
:;;RU:;;GHSHQGLQJRQWKHDPRXQWRI
tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply
OLQHVDUH6PDUW&RQQHFW5HIULJHUDWRU7XELQJ
:;;:;;:;;DQG
:;;
When connecting your refrigerator to a GE
$SSOLDQFHV5HYHUVH2VPRVLV:DWHU6\VWHPWKHRQO\
DSSURYHGLQVWDOODWLRQLVZLWKD*($SSOLDQFHV59.LW
For other reverse osmosis water systems, follow the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
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D5HYHUVH2VPRVLV:DWHU)LOWUDWLRQ6\VWHP
AND the refrigerator also has a water filter, use
WKHUHIULJHUDWRU¶VILOWHUE\SDVVSOXJ8VLQJWKH
refrigerator’s water filtration cartridge in conjunction
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slower water flow from the water dispenser.
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.
:DWHUKDPPHUZDWHUEDQJLQJLQWKHSLSHVLQKRXVH
plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and
OHDGWRZDWHUOHDNDJHRUIORRGLQJ&DOODTXDOLILHG
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.
,I\RXXVH\RXUUHIULJHUDWRUEHIRUHFRQQHFWLQJWKH
water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in
the OFF position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures fall below freezing.
:KHQXVLQJDQ\HOHFWULFDOGHYLFHVXFKDVDSRZHU
drill) during installation, be sure the device is double
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
SOXPELQJFRGHUHTXLUHPHQWV
WARNING
Connect to potable water supply only.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Ɣ Copper or
SmartConnect™
5HIULJHUDWRU7XELQJNLW
RXWHUGLDPHWHUWR
connect the refrigerator to
WKHZDWHUVXSSO\,IXVLQJ
copper, be sure both ends of the tubing are cut
VTXDUH
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
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IHHW>P@FRLOHGLQWRWXUQVRIDERXW>FP@
diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from
the wall after installation.
6PDUW&RQQHFW5HIULJHUDWRU7XELQJ.LWVDUH
available in the following lengths:
P±:;;
P±:;;
15' P±:;;
P±:;;
Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet
PDVGHVFULEHGDERYH
NOTE: The only GE Appliances approved plastic
tubing is that supplied in 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.
Ɣ A GE Appliances water supply kit FRQWDLQLQJ
tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is
available at extra cost from your dealer or from
3DUWVDQG$FFHVVRULHV
Ɣ A cold water supply. The water pressure must be
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models without a water filter and between 40 and
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water filter.
Ɣ Power drill.
ƔRUDGMXVWDEOHZUHQFK
Ɣ Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

49-60698-4 
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (Continued)
WHAT YOU WILL NEED &RQWLQXHG
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to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.
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Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled
to the tubing.
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plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to
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with a tube cutter and then use a compression
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Ɣ Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff valve should have a water inlet
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Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many
water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure
a saddle-type valve complies with your local
plumbing codes.
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drinking water line.
1SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear
the line of water.
2CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve that is easily
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a 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.
3CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
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any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the
pipe. Take care not to allow water to drain into
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in reduced ice production or smaller cubes.
4FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe
with the pipe clamp.
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plumber.
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INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (Continued)
Installation Instructions
5TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing
washer begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush
the tubing.
8FLUSH 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
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through the tubing.
9CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
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refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord
is not plugged into the wall outlet.
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we recommend installing one if your water
supply has sand or particles that could clog the
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to connect the filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
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cap from the water valve
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plumber.
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the refrigerator.
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cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
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move out from the wall after installation.
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of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten
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for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and
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valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (Continued)
9CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
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onto the end of the tubing as shown. On
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are already assembled to the tubing.
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connection as far as possible. While holding the
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the tubing into the refrigerator connection and
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then tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
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cover.
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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.
12 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 of 15°F
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Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
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Problem Possible Causes What to Do
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does not work Freezer compartment too warm. After installing the kit, allow the refrigerator to completely cool down for 24 hours. Once the
compartment is cool, the icemaker will begin ice
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position.
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