GE SmartWater GXUT05Z User manual

GXUT05Z
GXUV10Z
GXUL30Z
GXEM01Z
GE Appliances
WaterFiltrationSystem
Part No. 215C1002P007–1 Pub. No. 49-5830-1 10-97 CG
7186849
Owner’s Manual
Faucet & Base
GXUT05Z, GXUV10Z, and
GXUL30Z are tested and certified
to ANSI/NSF Standard 42 for
particulate reduction Class I,
chlorine reduction Class Iand
taste and odor reduction.
GXUV10Z is tested and certified
to ANSI/NSF Standard 53 for
volatile organic chemical
reduction.
GXUL30Z is tested and certified
to ANSI/NSF Standard 53 for
cyst, turbidity and lead
reduction.

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Congratulations!
You are Now Part of the GE Family.
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Instructions . . .4–7
Specification Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Filter Cartridge Replacement . . . . . . . .6
Flush Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call For Service . . . . . . . . . .8
Customer Service
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Service Telephone
Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
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Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are
committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s
Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use the water system. That’s
important, because your new system will be part of your family for many years. And
we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.
We thank you for buying GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will
continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model and serial numbers here:
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You can find them on the sump bracket.
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under
the warranty.
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain
your water system properly. Just a little preventive care on your part
can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your
system.
You’ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call
For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first,
you may not need to call for service at all.
READ THIS MANUAL
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone
call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in
the back section.
IMPORTANT!
Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is
packed with this product. If you cannot find it, please send in the
duplicate card printed in the back of this manual.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
■ Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to any type
of weather. Water freezing in the system will break
it. Do not attempt to treat water over 100°F.
WARNING: Discard all unused and packaging
material after installation. Small parts remaining
after installation could be a choke hazard.
■ Your water filtration system will withstand up to
125 pounds per square inch (psi) water pressure.
If your house water supply pressure is higher than
100 psi, install a pressure reducing valve before
installing the water filtration system.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of
property damage or personal injury.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
■ Check with your local public works department
for plumbing codes. You must follow these
guidelines as you install the water filtration
system.
■Use the water filtration system on a potable,
safe-to-drink, home COLD water supply only.
The filter cartridges will not purify the water,
or make it safe to drink.
■ Do not use on a hot water supply (100°F. max.) .
WARNING: Do not use with water that is
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality
without adequate disinfection before or after
the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction
may be used on disinfected water that may contain
filterable cysts.
PROPER INSTALLATION
This water filtration system must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive Installation Instructions, you can receive one by calling
us toll-free at the GE Answer Center
®
800.626.2000.

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Specification guidelines.
Many bad tastes and/or odors are removed from water using activated carbon filter cartridges. They are
most often used to remove a chlorine taste and odor. They can also reduce other undesirable elements
from drinking water supplies, such as organic chemical contaminants and lead.
NOTE: Small amounts of hydrogen sulfide (noticeable as “rotten egg” odor) may be reduced by taste
and odor filters for a short time, but the carbon media is quickly exhausted. Other water conditioning
equipment is usually required for the continuous treatment of hydrogen sulfide.
The GE water filtration system uses two filter cartridges.
(The filters are sold separately for model GXEM01Z01.)
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Filter I
I . FXUS—a sediment/taste and odor filter cartridge
•Reduces unpleasant tastes, odors, dirt,
rust and sediments
•20 micron, activated carbon
Filter II (Optional filter choices)
II a. FXUT—a deluxe taste and odor filter cartridge
•3000 gallons
•Reduces unpleasant tastes and odors
•Reduces 99% chlorine
•20 micron, granular activated carbon
II b. FXUV—an organic chemical reduction filter
cartridge
•500 gallons
•Reduces 95% of organic chemicals as
specified on the Performance Data Sheet.
•Reduces 99% chlorine
•20 micron, granular activated carbon
II c. FXUL—a lead/cyst filter cartridge
•1000 gallons
•Reduces 99% lead
•Reduces 99% chlorine
•Absolute one micron carbon block
•Reduces 99.99% filterable cysts
(such as cryptosporidium and giardia)
•Reduces turbidity by 99%.
Minimum - Maximum Supply Water Pressure — 40–125 pounds per square inch (psi)
Minimum - Maximum Supply Water Temperature — 40–100°F.
Inlet - Outlet — 3/8²NPT, fittings and tubing included
Maximum Filtered Water Flow — 0.6 gpm
Depending on the treatment needed for a specific water supply, the water filtration system can be customized using any
combination of the preceding filter cartridges.

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About the water filtration system.
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The countertop faucet dispenses filtered drinking water when opened. It has a hand-operated,
spring-loaded closed lever to prevent waste. You can keep the faucet open by pushing upward on
the lever to lock it against the faucet spout.
Filter Cartridge Life— Several variables determine how long the cartridges will last in your water
filter system. These include:
How much water you use.
How much sediment, taste and/or odor, lead, or other unwanted substance, is in the water.
No matter which water filter system you have, you should replace the cartridges every six months,
when indicated by the electronic indicator light on the base. In extremely poor water supplies,
you may notice the return of the unwanted substance in your water before the six months are up.
In this case the cartridges should be replaced immediately. If the system is also for lead or
chemical contaminant removal, it is MORE IMPORTANT to replace the cartridges at least every six
months.
NOTE: If the water supply contains high amounts of sediments, the carbon filters may plug
with them, reducing filtered water flow to the system faucet. Cartridge replacement is needed
to restore flow.
Electronic Indicator Light— The electronic indicator light on the base of the faucet is a six month
timer that shows you when to replace the filter cartridges. When the battery pack is first installed,
the indicator light will light briefly to show that the electronics are operating. If this does not
happen, the batteries may be installed backwards or the leadwires are not connected.
After about six months, the indicator light begins to flash. It is time to replace the filter cartridges.
When replacing the filter cartridges, also replace the batteries in the battery pack. Two “AA”
batteries are required.
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Using the water filtration system and about the filter cartridge
Filtered water faucet
Open Lock
open
Indicator
light

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About the water filtration system.
Filter Cartridge Installation or Replacement
CAUTION: Never remove the sumps when water pressure is in the water filtration system.
Close the water supply/saddle valve to the filter. (See the Installation Instructions for saddle valve location.)
Press the vent valve on the top of the Filter Ihead to relieve the pressure in the system, or open the filtered
water faucet.
Remove the sump, using the sump wrench tool provided, from the filter head by rotating the sump as shown
in the below illustration. Be careful, the sump may be full of water. Be sure to keep the large o-ring seal.
If you are replacing a filter cartridge, remove and discard the used filter cartridge.
Be sure the inside of the sump is clean. Thoroughly wash the inside of the sump with hot, soapy water and
rinse.
Remove the wrapper from the new filter cartridge and insert the filter cartridge in the sump. Some
cartridges fit either way, while others fit only one way. Observe markings on the cartridge.
NOTE: The water filtration system uses two different types of filter cartridges. Be sure to install them correctly.
The sediment/taste and odor filter (FXUS) should always be placed in the Filter I sump.
Lightly lubricate the o-ring seal in the sump with clean silicone grease. Be sure it is fully seated in its groove.
Hold the sump up to the filter head, aligning the center hole in the cartridge with the protrusion on the
bottom of the head.
Being careful not to cross-thread, rotate the sump onto the filter head and tighten securely by hand.
NOTE: If the sump will not tighten up to the head, you may have the cartridge in upside down. Take the
cartridge out and check for correct orientation.
Repeat steps 2 through 8 for Filter II .
Turn on the filtered water faucet. Then, slowly open the water supply/saddle valve and allow the filter
housing to fill. While it is filling, press the filter vent valve to release air in the filter.
Close the filtered water faucet. Then check for leaks between the sump and the head.
NOTE: If leaking, turn off the water supply and turn on the filtered water faucet, or press the vent valve to
depressurize the filter. Disassemble the filter and check the o-ring for cuts, flat spots, etc., and sealing
surfaces for foreign material. Clean the o-ring and lightly lubricate with clean silicone grease. Carefully press
into the groove in the sump.
If you are replacing the batteries, remove, properly discard and install two new “AA” alkaline batteries in the
battery pack. Removing the batteries or momentarily disconnecting the leadwires resets the six month
electronic timer.
The filter cartridges contain activated carbon, a black powder. When new, turn on the filtered water faucet
for ten minutes to allow the fine, harmless carbon particles to purge from the cartridge.
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Vent valve
Filter I
Filter II
O-ring seal
Cartridge
Sump
Sump
Sump TURN SUMP
TO INSTALL
TURN SUMP
TO REMOVE
Head
Bracket
Turn sump wrench tool
provided clockwise

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Flush Procedure
Whenever water of unknown quality is passed through the GE water filtration system, filter elements
should be discarded and the filtration system flushed.
Circumstances that may require flushing the system are:
■Boil-water advisory.
■Flooding of the GE water filtration system.
■Long-term non-use.
The procedure for flushing the GE water filtration system is:
■See Filter Cartridge Replacement section and follow steps 1, 2, 3, and 4.
■Next, reinstall the sumps (without the filter elements), turn water on, and flush water through the
faucet for one minute.
■Then, turn water off, remove sumps, empty water out of sumps and install new filter elements.
Follow steps 6–9 in the Filter Cartridge Replacement section to complete.

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Before you call for service…
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Water contains tiny New filter cartridges contain •Turn on the filterered water faucet and allow these
black particles activated carbon, which is a harmless carbon particles to purge from the cartridge.
harmless black powder. Turn off the faucet when the water is clear.
Water has air bubbles Air in system after installation. •Will go away after water runs for a while.
and is cloudy
Indicator light on the Six months usage has occurred. •Replace both filter cartridges and batteries in the
faucet base is flashing This is the maximum life of the battery pack.
filter cartridges.
Indicator light on the The faucet base leadwire •Connect.
faucet base is not working is not connected to the battery
pack leadwire.
Batteries may need to be •Observe orientation markings on the holder and install
replaced or they may have been correctly. Replace batteries if they are old.
installed incorrectly.
Leadwires damaged. •Inspect and repair as needed.
Chlorine taste and /or The filter cartridges are no • Replace both filter cartridges and batteries in the
odor in the product water longer removing chlorine battery pack.
from the water supply.
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the chart below
first and you may not need to call for service.

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Warranty Registration Department
P.O. Box 34070
Louisville, KY 40232-4070
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration
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Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your
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Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment:
Complete and mail
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Have the peace of
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can contact you in
the unlikely event of
a safety modification.
After mailing
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information you
will need should
you require service.
Our service number
is 800-GE-CARES
(800-452-2737).
Read your Owner’s
Manual carefully.
It will help you
operate your new
appliance properly.
If you have questions,
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information call the
GE Answer Center®
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Important: If you did not get a registration card with your product,
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For The Period Of: GE Will Replace, At No Charge To You:
One Year Any part of the Water Filtration System (excluding filters) which fails due to a defect in materials
From the date of the or workmanship. During this limited one-yearwarranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor
original purchase (does not include service trip to home) to replace the defective part.
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GE Water Filtration System Warranty
All warranty service provided by our SmartWater™ Authorized Servicer Network.
For service, call 800-GE-CARES.
■Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the
product.
■Improper installation.
■Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
■Use of this product where water is microbiologically
unsafe or of unknown quality, without adequate
disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified
for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that
may contain filterable cysts.
■Filter cartridges or batteries.
■Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
■Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or
acts of God.
■Incidental or consequential damage to personal property
caused by possible defects with this appliance.
What GE Will Not Cover:
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal
rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Service TelephoneNumbers.
GEAnswerCenter®800.626.2000
The GE AnswerCenter®isopen24 hours a day, 7 days aweek.
In-HomeRepairService800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)
ExpertGE repair serviceis only a phonecallaway.
Special NeedsService800.626.2000
800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)
GE offers, free of charge, a brochureto assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen forpersons
with limitedmobility.
ServiceContracts800-626-2224
Purchase a GE service contract whileyourwarrantyis still in effectand you’ll receive a
substantialdiscount.GEConsumer Service will still bethere afteryour warrantyexpires.
PartsandAccessories800-626-2002
Individuals qualifiedto servicetheir own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly
to theirhomes (VISA, MasterCard and Discovercards are accepted).
Instructionscontainedinthis manualcoverprocedures to beperformedbyany user. Other servicing
generallyshouldbereferred to qualifiedservicepersonnel. Cautionmustbe exercised, since
improperservicingmay causeunsafe operation.
ServiceSatisfaction
If you arenot satisfied with theservice you receive from GE:
First,contact the peoplewho servicedyour appliance.
Next,if youare still notpleased, write all thedetails—includingyour phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GEAppliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Finally,if your problemis still not resolved,write:
MajorAppliance ConsumerAction Program
20NorthWackerDrive
Chicago, IL 60606