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Installation Instructions - Single Integrated Installation
STEP 5 CONNECT WATER SUPPLY
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Locate and bring the tubing to the front of the
cabinet.
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Turn the water on to flush debris from the line. Run
about a quart of water through the tubing into a
bucket, then shut off the water.
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Remove strain relief screw to allow for enough slack
to make a proper water connection. (Screw must be
replaced in the next step.)
Copper Tubing:
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Slip a 1/4” nut and ferrule (provided) over both ends
of the copper tubing. Insert the tube into the union
fitting on the unit and tighten the nut to the union.
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Turn on the water to check for leaks.
SmartConnect
™
Tubing:
NOTE:
The only GE Appliances-approved plastic
tubing is supplied in the SmartConnect
™
Refrigerator
Tubing kits. Do not use any other plastic water supply
line because the line is under pressure at all times.
Other types of plastic may crack or rupture with age
and cause water damage to your home.
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Insert the molded end of the tubing into the
refrigerator or freezer connection. Tighten the
compression nut until it is just hand-tight.
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Tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening can cause leaks!
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Turn on the water to check for leaks.
STEP 6 INSERTING/SECURING INTO
CABINET SURROUND
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Plug unit into the outlet in the wall.
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Loosen the strap by removing a Phillips head screw
from the top strap bar and the large tensioner 1/4”
allen screw to allow the strap to move freely during
installation. Retain screws for later installation in this
step.
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Find the installation string that is attached to the door
of the unit; this is to be used as you are pushing the
unit back into the opening. The string is attached to
the power cord; as you walk the unit back into the
opening you should pull the string tight to make sure
the power cord is routed underneath the unit.
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Slowly walk the unit into opening making sure not to
touch the cabinetry on the sides and top to prevent
damage. Door face should be 7/8” behind the front
face of surrounding cabinets on either a stainless or
custom panel installation.
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard.
This appliance is top heavy, especially with the
door open, and must be secured to prevent tipping
forward which could result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, be careful
during the remaining installation steps not to
touch wiring or electrical components inside the
compressor compartment while the appliance is
plugged in and the front access cover is not in
place.
Installation
String
Freezer
Water Supply
House
Water Supply
Refrigerator/
Freezer
Water Supply
Strain Relief
Screw
Anti-tip Strap
WARNING
Connect to potable water supply
only.
