GE GBSC0 Technical Service Manual

– 22 – (Continued next page)Automatic Icemaker (on some models)The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle—approximately 100–130 cubes in a 24-hour period,depending on freezer compartment temperature,room temperature, number of door openings andother use conditions.See below for how to access ice and reach thepower switch.If the refrigerator is operated before the waterconnection is made to the icemaker, set the powerswitch in the O (off) position.When the refrigerator has been connected tothe water supply, set the power switch to the l (on)position. The icemaker power light will turn greenwhen the freezer light switch is pressed in or whenthe freezer door is closed.The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to15°F (–10°C). A newly installed refrigerator maytake 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.You will hear a buzzing sound each timethe icemaker fills with water.Throw away the first few batches of ice to allowthe water line to clear.Be sure nothing interferes with the sweepof the feeler arm.When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm,the icemaker will stop producing ice. It is normalfor several cubes to be joined together.If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes willbecome cloudy, taste stale and shrink.NOTE: In homes with lower-than-average waterpressure, you may hear the icemaker cycle multipletimes when making one batch of ice.NOTE: Set the power switch to the O (off) positionif the water supply is shut off.A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.IcemakerFeeler ArmPowerSwitchGreenPowerLightAccessing Ice and Reachingthe Power SwitchTo reach the icemaker power switch, pullthe shelf above the ice bin straight out. Alwaysbe sure to replace the shelf.To access ice, simply pull the bin forward.To access ice.ShelfIce BinTo reach the power switch.ShelfIce BinIcemaker Accessory KitIf your refrigerator did not come already equippedwith an automatic icemaker, an icemakeraccessory kit is available at extra cost.Check the back of the refrigerator for the specificicemaker kit needed for your model.To Use the Dispenser (on some models)Press the glass gently against the top of thedispenser cradle.The spill shelf is not self-draining. To reduce waterspotting, the shelf should be cleaned regularly.If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator isfirst installed, there may be air in the water linesystem. Press the dispenser arm for at least twominutes to remove trapped air from the water lineand to fill the water system. To flush out impuritiesin the water line, throw away the first six glassfulsof water.Locking the DispenserPress the LOCK pad for 3 seconds to lockthe dispenser and control panel. To unlock,press and hold the pad again for 3 seconds.Spill Shelf11Dispenser CradleTo Use the Internal Water Dispenser (on some models)The water dispenser is located on the left wallinside the refrigerator compartment.To dispense water:Hold the glass against the recess.Push the water dispenser button.Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for2–3 seconds after releasing the dispenserbutton. Water may continue to dispenseafter the button is released.If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator isfirst installed, there may be air in the water linesystem. Press the dispenser button for at least2 minutes to remove trapped air from the water lineand to fill the water system. During this process,the dispenser noise may be loud as the air ispurged from the water line system. To flush outimpurities in the water line, throw away the first6 glassfuls of water.NOTE: To avoid water deposits, the dispensershould be cleaned periodically by wiping witha clean cloth or sponge.