GE ZIC30GN How to use

GE Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
31-31-92109210
30-in. Built-In
Monogram Convertible
Drawer Refrigerator or
Wine Reserve
Technical Service Guide
August 2011
GE Appliances
ZIC30GN
ZIK30GN
ZIW30GN
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SEALED SYSTEM
These units operate on two independent sealed systems. One system
operates the upper section (Fresh Food or Wine Reserve) and the other
system operates the drawers (Ice Drawer and Convertible Drawer). Both
sealed systems utilize R600a Isobutane refrigerant. This refrigerant is
flammable and requires special service procedures. Reference service
manual 31-9214 for further service information.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The information in this service guide is intended for use by
individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical,
electronic, refrigeration, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to
repair a refrigerator or wine reserve system may result in personal injury
and property damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible
for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability
in connection with its use.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing this
product. If electrical power is required for diagnosis or test
purposes, disconnect the power immediately after performing the
necessary checks.
RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES
If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to
complete a path to ground are removed for service, they must be
returned to their original position and properly fastened.
GE Appliances
Technical Service Guide
Copyright © 2011
All rights reserved. This service guide may not be reproduced in
whole or in part in any form without written permission from the
General Electric Company.
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Table of Contents
Air Temperature Thermistors....................................................................................................................................35
Center Mullion and Heater ........................................................................................................................................43
Components.....................................................................................................................................................................28
Components Locator Views......................................................................................................................................22
Compressors and Inverters.......................................................................................................................................62
Condenser Fans..............................................................................................................................................................61
Control Board Connector Locator..........................................................................................................................26
Control Features.............................................................................................................................................................16
Customer Control...........................................................................................................................................................34
Dead Unit Diagnostics.................................................................................................................................................63
Diagnostic Mode ............................................................................................................................................................64
Door Gaskets....................................................................................................................................................................32
Drawers..............................................................................................................................................................................42
EMI Filter.............................................................................................................................................................................56
Evaporator ......................................................................................................................................................................52
Extended Diagnostic Codes......................................................................................................................................68
Filter Head.........................................................................................................................................................................56
Freezer Evaporator Components ...........................................................................................................................49
Freezer Evaporator Cover..........................................................................................................................................47
Freezer Fan Motor .........................................................................................................................................................51
Fresh Food Evaporator Components ...................................................................................................................39
Fresh Food Evaporator Cover ..................................................................................................................................35
Fresh Food Fan Motor..................................................................................................................................................41
Fresh Food/Wine Reserve Door ..............................................................................................................................33
Icemaker ............................................................................................................................................................................44
Icemaker and Water Valve Control Diagnostics .............................................................................................81
Icemaker Fill Tube Heater..........................................................................................................................................45
Icemaker Inlet Tube ......................................................................................................................................................46
Initial Diagnostic Codes ..............................................................................................................................................65
Installation......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Installation Instructions ..............................................................................................................................................10
Interior Lights...................................................................................................................................................................31
Interior Shelves, Drawers, and Bins.......................................................................................................................28
Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Nomenclature.................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Power Supply and Main Control Board Assembly..........................................................................................57
R600a – Isobutane Refrigerant ............................................................................................................................... 8
Safety Information........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Schematic..........................................................................................................................................................................82
System Tray .....................................................................................................................................................................58
Technical Data................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Toekick and Vent Panel................................................................................................................................................54
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................................................................63
Warranty ...........................................................................................................................................................................83
Water Valve ......................................................................................................................................................................55
Wine Reserve Evaporator Cover.............................................................................................................................37
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Safety Information
WARNING:
• These refrigerators are top-heavy and must
be secured to prevent the possibility of tipping
forward. Anti-tip protection is required. See page 14
for details.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose.
• Immediately repair or replace electric service cords
that become frayed or damaged.
• Turn off the circuit breaker to disconnect power
before cleaning or making repairs.
• Repairs should be made by a qualif ied service
technician.
WARNING–R600a Refrigerant
Warning: This appliance contains isobutane refrigerant ,
R600a, a natural gas with high environmental
compatibility. However it is also combustible. Please
adhere to the warnings below:
1) When handling, installing and operating the appliance,
care should be taken to avoid
damage to the refrigerant tubing.
2) Servicing shall be performed by factory-authorized
service personnel and component parts shall be replaced
with manufacturer-authorized replacement components.
3) Refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which
under federal law must be removed prior
to product disposal.
4) Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosures or
in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
5) Do not use mechanical devices or other means
to accelerate the defrosting process.
6) Do not damage refrigerant circuit .
7) Do not use electrical appliances inside the
food storage compartment of the appliance.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT —Save these instructions
for local inspector’s use. Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
• Note to Installer —Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer —Keep these instructions
with your Owner’s Manual for future reference.
•Skill Level —Installation of this refrigerator requires
basic mechanical, carpentry and plumbing skills. Proper
installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product
failure due to improper installation is not covered under
the GE Appliance Warranty. See the Owner’s Manual for
warranty information.
For Monogram local service in your area, call
1.800.444.1845.
For Monogram Parts and Accessories, call
1.800.626.2002.
www.monogram.com
WARNING:
This appliance must be properly grounded.
See “Grounding the Refrigerator,” page 5.
If you received a damaged refrigerator, you should
immediately contact your dealer or builder.
CAUTION:
Due to the weight and size of this refrigerator, and to
reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
product—TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR PROPER
INSTALLATION.
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The new Monogram 30” Convertible Series Refrigerators have the following features:
• Available with a center freezer, bottom convertible drawer, and upper fresh food compartment or dual
temperature wine reserve.
• True flush built-in design ―custom door panel ready
• Custom or stainless panel fronts
• 80” and 84” height installations
• Articulating hinge for integrated
flush doors
• Secure close door systems ―
securely pulls the doors and
drawers shut, even after you
release the handles.
• Soft-close pan slides and wine
racks
• Full-width vegetable drawer
(Fresh food models)
• Frameless glass shelves
• Capacitance touch controls
• Convertible drawer with custom
temperature zones ―chill, freeze,
and wine modes
• LED Lighting ―casts a clean,
beautiful light throughout all
compartments.
• Filtered Ice
• Center freezer drawer provides
convenient ice location.
• ENERGY STAR®qualified
(ZIC30GNZAII only)
• Dual sealed system design
• R600a refrigerant
Introduction
Note: Features may vary by model.
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Nomenclature
Brand/Product
Z - Monogram
Width
30 Inches
Z I C 3 0 G N Z A I II I
Model Year
A - 2011
Style
C - Solid Door Fresh Food
K - Glass Door Fresh Food
W - Glass Door Wine Reserve
Installation
I - Built-In
Configuration
G - True Flush/Fully Integrated
Non-Dispenser
The mini-manual is located behind the toe kick
plate.
The nomenclature tag is located on the floor
of the fresh food compartment. It contains the
following information:
• Model and Serial
Number
• Minimum Installation
Clearances
• Electrical Voltage,
Frequency
• Maximum Amperage
Rating
• Refrigerant Charge
and Type
Mini-Manual Location
Nomenclature
Engineering
A - Initial Design
B - First Revision
C - Second Revision
Etc.
Door Swing
II - Panel Ready
Serial Number
The first two characters of the serial number
identify the month and year of manufacture.
Example: RV123456S = August , 2011
R- AUG
S - SEP
T - OCT
V - NOV
Z - DEC
A - JAN
B - FEB
F - MAR
G - APR
H - MAY
L - JUN
M - JUL
2011 - V
2010 - T
2009 - S
2008 - R
2007 - M
2006 - L
2005 - H
2004 - G
2003 - F
2002 - D
2001 - A
2000 - Z
The letter designating
the year repeats every
12 years.
Example:
V - 2011
V - 1999
V - 1987
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The Monogram convertible refrigerator utilizes 2 separate variable speed sealed systems, one system per
compartment. This allows the compartments to be independently controlled. The front system controls
the top compartment, the rear system controls the bottom compartment. These systems utilize R600a
Isobutane refrigerant. R600a is a hydrocarbon refrigerant.
Q. What are hydrocarbons? (HC)
Hydrocarbon refrigerants are environmentally friendly, non-toxic, non-ozone-depleting replacement for
chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).
From a chemical point of view, a hydrocarbon is the simplest organic compound, consisting entirely of
hydrogen and carbon. Hydrocarbons (HC) are naturally occurring substances. The majority can be found in
crude oil, where decomposed organic matter provides an abundance of carbon and hydrogen.
Hydrocarbons are one of the most climate-friendly and cost-efficient refrigerants to heat, cool and freeze.
Non-ozone depleting: Ozone Depletion Potential = 0
Not climate damaging: Global Warming Potential = for most HCs below 3 *
Non-toxic
Safe: with proper handling
Energy-efficient: usually better energy efficiency than CFC or HFC systems
Cost-efficient: low refrigerant purchase price as well as lower system running costs
Q. Are hydrocarbons safe?
Yes, with proper handling. Since hydrocarbons are flammable, some basic safety rules need to be respected
by manufacturers, installers and users, which may differ slightly depending on the application. As long as
these rules are respected, it is perfectly safe to use hydrocarbons as refrigerants. Propane, for example, is
used universally for heating and cooking. As a result, its safe handling is widely understood and practiced
by the general global population. This makes it an appropriate alternative to climate damaging chemical
refrigerants also in developing countries.
Q. Are hydrocarbons flammable?
Yes. However, keeping to the safety guidelines existing for any application using flammable refrigerants, the
risks of using hydrocarbons can be kept to a minimum, hence avoiding any threat to human health and
safety. Many components for commercial refrigerated appliances using hydrocarbons already meet safety
standard requirements.
Q. Are HCs toxic?
No. Hydrocarbons are not toxic for human beings and other living organisms. Could cause asphyxiation at
high concentrations.
Q. How does a HC system work?
A system using hydrocarbons works in exactly the same way as systems currently using synthetic
refrigerants. The basic refrigeration cycle remains the same, and only the charge of the system (exact
amount of refrigerant) varies.
Evacuate and charge the system. Use original factory charge quantity of R600a. (See Evacuation and
Charging Procedure Pub # 31-9214.)
R600a – Isobutane Refrigerant
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Installation
POWER CORD
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safety, this appliance must be properly
grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize
the possibility of electric shock hazard from this
appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is
encountered, it is your personal responsibility
and obligation to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate.
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG TO CONNECT THE
REFRIGERATOR TO A 2-PRONG OUTLET.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS
APPLIANCE.
This provides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits, which
could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight
out from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from the wall,
be careful not to roll over or damage the power
cord.
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
Do not install the refrigerator where temperatures
will be below 60°F (16°C) because it will not maintain
proper temperatures, and the refrigerator could
develop high internal humidity.
For proper installation, the refrigerator must be
placed on a level surface of hard material the same
height as the rest of the flooring.
This surface should be strong enough to support a
fully loaded refrigerator, or approximately 1,200 lbs.
each. See the Installation Instructions for complete
directions.
CLEARANCES
Allow 15" minimum clearance between the door
and wall for a full 115° door swing. Allow 5" min.
clearance to a wall for a 90° door swing for
Monogram Stainless Steel (European) models.
4” distance to Wall.
5" Distance to Wall
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Installation Instructions
STEP 1 REMOVE PACKAGING
CAUTION:THE REFRIGERATOR IS
TOP-HEAVY. BE CAREFUL WHEN MOVING.
• Cut bands and tape on the top and bottom
of packaging with a utility knife.
• Unfold the cardboard seams and remove the top
of the packaging.
• Slide the remainder of the box off of the appliance.
You can use a box cutter to cut the remaining
cardboard being VERY CAREFUL not to scratch
the appliance.
• Remove the Styrofoam supports from around the unit .
• DO NOT remove door band or lower EPS banded
part until unit is ready to go into enclosure.
• Cut EPS skid at the sides near the front from the back
of the unit .
• Push unit forward & remove rear portion of the EPS
skid.
• Carefully lower rear onto the floor.
• Lean unit back slightly & remove front portion of the
EPS skid.
• Discard all unused packaging materials appropriately.
• The unit can now be moved using an appliance hand
truck or rolled on a properly protected floor by 2
people.
• Leave any protective film on the refrigerator until
installation is complete.
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