Installation Instructions
2INSTALL WATER LINE
•A cold water supply is required for automatic icemaker operation. The water pressure must be between 40 and 120 psi.
•Route 1/4″ O.D. copper tubing or GE SmartConnect™ tubing between cold water line and the water connection location.
•Tubing should be long enough to extend to the front of the refrigerator. Allow enough tubing to accommodate bend leading into the water line connection.
NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing is supplied in the GE SmartConnect™ Refrigerator Tubing kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply line; the line is under pressure at all times. Certain types of plastic may crack or rupture with age and cause water damage to your home.
GE SmartConnect™ refrigerator tubing kits are available in the following lengths:
2′ (0.6m) WX08X10002
6′ (1.8m) WX08X10006
15′ (4.6m) WX08X10015
25′ (7.6m) WX08X10025
Shut off the main water supply.
Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to purge all the water from the line.
•Install a shutoff valve between the icemaker water valve and cold water pipe in a basement or cabinet. The shutoff valve should be located where it will be easily accessible.
NOTE: It is best to install the valve into a vertical water pipe. If you install the valve into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection at the top or side to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe.
•Drill a 1/4″ hole in the water pipe.
•Fasten the shutoff valve to the pipe with pipe clamp.
•Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell. Do not
OVERTIGHTEN.
•Place a compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve and ferrule is tightened.
Floor
Copper Tubing,
or GE SmartConnect™ Tubing
Compression Nut
Saddle Type
Shutoff Valve
Packing Nut
Outlet Valve
Ferrule (Sleeve)
•For plastic tubing from a GE SmartConnect™ refrigerator tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve and tighten the compression nut until it is hand tight, and then tighten an additional turn with a wrench.
•Turn on the main water supply and flush debris. Run about a quart of water through the tubing into a bucket. Shut off water supply at the shutoff valve.
NOTE: 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.
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR must be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.
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