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31-1000190 Rev. 0
Installation Instructions - Single Integrated Installation
STEP 5
CONNECT WATER SUPPLY
(Cont.)
Copper Tubing:
Ŷ 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.
Ŷ 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.
Ŷ Insert the molded end of the tubing into the
refrigerator or freezer connection. Tighten the
compression nut until it is just hand-tight.
Ŷ Tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening can cause leaks!
Ŷ Turn on the water to check for leaks.
STEP 6 INSERTING/SECURING
INTO CABINET SURROUND
Ŷ Plug unit into the outlet in the wall.
Ŷ 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.
STEP 6 INSERTING/SECURING
INTO CABINET SURROUND (Cont.)
Ŷ 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.
Ŷ Place power cord on its edge and pull under product
between rollers and away from the anti-tip bracket to
ensure cord is not damaged during installation.
Ŷ 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.
Ŷ Replace the waterline strain relief screw.
Ŷ Store the excess string and water tubing under
the unit.
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
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Replace waterline strain relief in front rail location as
shown.
Strain Relief
Screw
Power Cord
String
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