GE OPAL01GEPKT Owner's manual

Brand: GE

Model: OPAL01GEPKT

Type: Owner's manual

GE OPAL01GEPKT makes up to 3 pounds of gourmet ice in 24 hours and stores up to 1 pound of ice at a time. The portable design makes it a great addition to your kitchen, home bar, RV, boat, or anywhere you need fresh, clean ice. With its sleek design and easy-to-use controls, the GE Opal is the perfect way to enjoy cold drinks all year round.

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OWNER’S MANUAL

OPAL ICE MAKER

49-1000418 Rev. 0 08-19 GEA

OPAL01GEPKT

ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS

SAFETY INFORMATION .........3

PARTS INCLUDED ................5

GETTING STARTED ..............6

CARE AND CLEANING ...........7

DISPLAY SETTINGS .............10

MAKING ICE ......................10

DRAINING ........................10

WATER FILTER ..................10

SIDE TANK ACCESSORY ....... 11

TROUBLESHOOTING ............14

ICE MAKER PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS ................15

LIMITED WARRANTY ...........16

CONSUMER SUPPORT ..........17

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THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME.

Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family.

We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances

product, and we think you will too. Among other things, registration of your appliance ensures that we

can deliver important product information and warranty details when you need them.

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CAUTION

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable Refrigerant

This appliance contains isobutane refrigerant, also known as R600a, a natural gas with high

environmental compatibility. Howber, it is also combustible. Adhere to the warnings below to reduce the

risk of injury or property damage.

1. When handling, installing, and operating the appliance,

care should be taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant

tubing.

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ATTENTION

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AVERTISSEMENT

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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

AVERTISSEMENT

RISQUE D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLOSION Fluide frigorigène inflammable

Cet électroménager contient le réfrigérant isobutane, aussi connu comme R600a, un gaz naturel à compatibilité élevée

avec l’environnement. Il s’agit cependant d’un combustible. Observez les consignes de sécurité ci-dessous afin de

réduire le risque de blessure ou de dommage à la propriété.

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PARTS INCLUDED

Parts Included

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49-1000419 Rev. 0 08-19 GEA

OPAL Nugget Ice Maker

Quickstart Guide

IMPORTANT: Read and understand all safety instructions detailed in Owner's Manual before

using the Opal.

Cleaning the Ice Bin and Water Reservoir

Remove the ice bin and wash with warm soapy water, then rinse thoroughly. Use a damp sponge to

wipe down the water reservoir. Do not get any soap inside your Opal icemaker.

Rinsing Opal's Internal Components

1. Fill the water reservoir to the upper fill line.

2. Plug in the Opal. Turn the mode switch on the

back to Cleaning.

3. The display ring around the button will begin

to pulse a yellow color. Touch the button and

Opal will begin the automatic rinse cycle.

4. As Opal rinses, a yellow light will spin and you

will see and hear water circulating.

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Installation Requirements

CAUTION

Lifting Hazard: It is recommended to have two people move and install the ice maker in

order to prevent injury.

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use your ice maker outdoors.

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surface that is able to support the total weight when

full of water.

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around the side and back walls of the ice maker for

proper air circulation.

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ovens or cooktops.

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Prepare Opal For Use

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3. Place the ice maker upright on a flat, level surface

and plug it in.

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Opal. The tray slots should align with the front feet of

Opal.

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bleach for the first rinse.

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Getting Started

GETTING STARTED

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CARE AND CLEANING

To keep your nuggest ice tasting fresh and your Opal

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Opal at least once per week.

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product, then use a soft cloth dampened with soapy

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soft cloth.

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cleaning with bleach, use bleach in a well ventilated area

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hand, and when not in use.

System Cleaning / Sanitizing Procedure

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position.

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5. The display ring will light up yellow and pulse.

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instructions on how to remove hard mineral deposits.

7. Pour solution into water reservoir.

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CARE AND CLEANING

System Cleaning / Sanitizing Procedure

(continued)

8. Touch the display button to start the cleaning process,

the light will start to spin and you will hear water

circulating. After three minutes the water will stop and

the light will begin to pulse again.

9. When the light pulses, drain Opal.

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14. Add five cups of fresh water to the water reservoir,

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of the ring will become brighter with each rinse cycle.

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through 14 two more times, adding fresh water to the

reservoir each time. (You may continue to repeat the

rinse cycle, for as many times as you like.

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Care and Cleaning

UNDERSTANDING THE DISPLAY

Understanding the display

Opal uses an innovative light ring to let you know what it is doing.

Button

Touch once to turn Opal ON or OFF

Touch and hold for 3 seconds to dim the interior lighting if desired.

Display Ring

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Mode switch (located on back)

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is rinsing (cleaning

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full. Opal is no longer

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needs more water

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Cleaning Kit and follow instructions inside.

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overnight to further dissolve any mineral buildup.

3. Clean the sensors with vinegar and wipe clean with water. After draining the vinegar, run three rinse cycles, using

fresh water for each rinse.

Cleaning the Bin and Tray

To clean the ice bin, remove the ice bin from the ice maker and clean with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water.

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The drip tray should be wiped dry. Water left in this area may leave deposits. To clean the drip tray, remove the tray

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CARE AND CLEANING

Making Ice with Opal

Draining Opal

Water Filter

Once Opal has been cleaned/sanitised, move the ice maker to its desired location and complete the following steps.

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2. Fill reservoir with potable (safe to drink) water up to

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water is misuse and will void your warranty.

3. Plug the ice maker into a grounded outlet.

4. Touch the display button to start the ice maker. The

display will flash green to indicate the ice maker is

ON, then transition to the falling white display.

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continue to make ice until the bin is full, or it runs out

of water. To continue making ice, just add more water.

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2. You turn it off for more than a few days. (i.e. vacation)

3. You are not using much ice. Continous recirculation

of meltwater may affect taste. For best results, drain

your Opal.

The Opal Water Filter, is available at GEAppliances

and is the only water filter compatible with Opal. Please

follow the installation instructions included with your filter.

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reinstall the screened intake cap prior to cleaning your

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SIDE TANK ACCESSORY

Side Tank Accessory

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in the illustration on page 12.

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base can be washed by disconnecting the hose and

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needed and rinse thoroughly. The rinse water should

drain out the port in the back.

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remove any residual soap (see illustration).

DO NOT WASH THE SIDE TANK IN THE

DISHWASHER.

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tubes and drain the water from the reservoir.

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Tank’s base.

4. Make sure drain tube (A) is connected to the black

hanger and installed on the back of Opal.

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from the black

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tube to the

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into the side tank

here.

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SIDE TANK ACCESSORY

Side Tank Accessory

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NOTE: Care should be taken to connect the correct drain tube to the Opal Side Tank. Drain tube (B) should

always be connected to the Side Tank whether it is installed on the left or right side of the Opal Nugget Ice

Maker.

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attached to

the side tank

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attached to

the side tank

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ice maker.

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49-1000418 Rev. 0 13

SIDE TANK ACCESSORY

Side Tank Accessory

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electrical shock or injury when using your Opal, follow these basic

safety precautions:

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not in use.

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full.

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and clean prior to opening and closing the cap.

Use and Care

Cleaning the Side Tank

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dish soap and warm water as needed. Ensure the cap

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Ŷ Only remove drain tubes while near a sink or bucket, as

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drain any water in either unit.

Proper Installation and Location

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Tank needs to sit on the same level surface as your Opal

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To Remove Mineral Deposits:

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use the Opal Cleaning Kit.

Clean any visible mineral buildup or deposits with this

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Side Tank Troubleshooting

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There may be bubbles in the tube connecting the side

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typically will not need further adjusting.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Normal Operating Sounds

Radio Frequency Interference

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and what may be creating them.

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the condenser fan spinning.

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toned humming sound while it is running.

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mechanisms. The defost cycle is automatic, and may

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won’t respond.

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interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation. This product generates, uses,

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in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

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does cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by unplugging Opal,

the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference

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radio.

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conjunction with other antennas or transmitters.

49-1000418 Rev. 0 15

ICE MAKER PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Ice Maker Product Specifications

'HVFULSWLRQRISURGXFW Portable nugget ice maker

Model 23$/*(3.7

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Current 2.5A

Color 6WDLQOHVV%ODFN

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,FHPDNLQJUDWH 24 lbs per day / 1 lb per hour*

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Operating environment ))

Weight (when empty) 44 lbs

NOTE:Technical data and performance information provided for reference only.

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Do not Attempt to repair or replace the UV lamp

Note: Products containing refrigerants

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disposing this, or any refrigeration product, check with your local waste company for guidance.

WARNING

In order to avoid exposure to UV radiation, disconnect power to the ice maker before

removing the external covers.

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Ŷ Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or

used for other than the intended purpose or used

commercially.

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breakers.

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or acts of God.

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possible defects with this appliance.

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via the Opal App

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product

What GE Appliances Will Not Cover:

For the Period of: GE Appliances Covers

One Year

From the date of the

original purchase

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warranty, GE Appliances will either replace your product with a new or remanufactured product,

or refund the purchase price of the product at GE Appliances sole discretion.

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date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

GE Appliances Ice Maker Limited Warranty

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

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implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are

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