GE Profile OPL01GESDTK Opal Side Tank Owner’s Manual
- June 6, 2024
- GE Profile
Table of Contents
OPAL SIDE TANK
OWNER’S MANUAL
OPL01GESDTK
49-9000020
Rev. 0
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label on the back of the unit.
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The Good Ice™
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, exposure to UV radiation, or injury when using your Opal, follow these basic safety precautions.
- Do not, under any circumstances, alter or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this product must be roperly grounded.
- Do not exceed power outlet ratings. It is recommended that the ice maker is connected to its own circuit. Use only a 115 V, 60 Hz standard electrical supply that is properly grounded in accordance with the National Electric Code and local codes and ordinances.
- Due to potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly advise against the use of an extension cord. However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it is a UL-listed, 3-wire ground type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 Amperes (minimum) and 120 Volts.
- This product must be properly installed and located in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. Product is for indoor household use only. Do not use outdoors.
- Do not store or use flammable vapors or liquids near this product.
- Do not allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the ice maker. They could seriously injure themselves.
- Do not look directly at UV lamp when it is operating. The light emitted by the lamp will cause serious eye damage and burn unprotected skin.
- In order to avoid exposure to UV radiation, disconnect power to the ice maker before removing the external covers.
- Do not use with water that is micro-biologically unsafe or of unknown quality.
- Place power cord in such a way it cannot be pulled on by children or cause a tripping hazard.
- Place power cord in such a way that it is not in contact with hot surfaces.
- Do not operate if any component, including the cord or plug, is damaged.
- Unplug the product before cleaning by hand and when not in use.
- Do not immerse any part of the product in water.
- Do not plug or unplug product with wet hands.
- Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, modify, or replace any part of your product.
- Use this product only for its intended purpose as described in this user manual.
- Do not use any accessories not recommended by the manufacturer.
- When handling, installing, and operating the appliance, care should be taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant tubing.
- Servicing shall be performed by factory authorized service personnel and component parts shall be replaced with manufacturer authorized replacement components.
To reduce the risk of injury when using your Opal, follow these basic safety precautions.
- Do not remove any safety, warning, or product information labels from your ice maker.
- Lifting Hazard: It is recommended to have two people move and install the ice maker in order to prevent injury.
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.
- When handling, installing, and operating the appliance, care should be taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant tubing.
- Service shall only be performed by authorized service personnel. Use only manufacturer-authorized service parts.
- Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local Regulations. The flammable refrigerant and insulation material used in this product require special disposal procedures. Contact your local authorities for the environmentally safe disposal of your refrigerator.
- Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosures or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
- To remove frost, scrape with a plastic or wood spatula or scraper. Do not use an ice pick or a metal or sharp-edged instrument as it may punture the freezer liner and then the flammable refrigerant tubing behind it.
- Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartment of the appliance.
- Do not use any electrical device to defrost your appliance
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS INCLUDED
GETTING STARTED
To keep your nugget ice tasting fresh and your Opal side tank looking great, we recommend cleaning/sanitizing your Opal and side tank at least once per week. To clean the exterior of the ice maker, unplug the product, then use a soft cloth dampened with soapy water to gently clean the exterior surfaces. Dry with a soft cloth.
The exterior stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned with commercially available stainless steel cleaner. Use only a liquid cleaner free of grit and rub in the direction of the brush lines with a damp, soft sponge. Do not use appliance wax, polish, solvents, or chemicals on the stainless steel. Do not use soap to clean the reservoir. Use a soft cloth moistened with water.
Chemical Exposure Hazard, when cleaning with bleach, use bleach in a well ventilated area and avoid mixing bleach with other household cleaners.
Unplug the product before cleaning by hand, and when not in use.
SIDE TANK ACCESSORY
NOTE: Appearance may vary by model number.
NOTE: There are two drain tubes located on the back of your Opal Nugget
Ice Maker indicated as drain tube A and B in the illustration on page 6.
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Hand Wash Only: Rinse and hand wash Opal Side Tank with warm water and a mild dish soap. Remove Opal Side Tank’s cap and wash the cap and rubber valve with water and a mild dish soap. The Side Tank base can be washed by disconnecting the hose and adding a small amount of soapy water to it. Scrub as needed and rinse thoroughly. The rinse water should drain out the port in the back.
Rinse the cap, rubber valve, tank, and the base well to remove any residual soap (see illustration). Ta
DO NOT WASH THE SIDE TANK IN THE DISHWASHER. -
Unplug Opal Nugget Ice Maker. Unhook Opal’s drain tubes and drain the water from the reservoir.
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Connect drain tube, labeled B, to the back of Opal Side Tank’s base.
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Make sure drain tube (A) is connected to the black hanger and installed on the back of Opal.
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Make sure drain tube (B) connecting to the Side Tank is resting flat on the countertop.
NOTE: Appearance may vary by model number. -
Place Opal Side Tank against the Opal Nugget Ice Maker so that the Side Tank magnets attach to the ice maker. Your Opal Side Tank can be installed on either side of your Opal Nugget Ice Maker.
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. -
Remove Opal Side Tank’s clear reservoir from its base.
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Unscrew Opal Side Tank’s cap from the reservoir. Fill the clear reservoir with water.
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Replace Opal Side Tank’s cap. Ensure the cap is clean when installing.
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Carefully flip over Opal Side Tank’s reservoir and place in the base. Water should start flowing into the Opal Nugget Ice Maker and bubbles in the Opal Side Tank will appear periodically during the time water is flowing to the ice maker.
NOTE: If water does not appear to flow into the ice maker, please check for the following:
• There may be bubbles in drain tube (B) connecting the Side Tank to the Opal.
• Tube (B) is not lying flat.
If either of the above issues are present, adjust tube (B) to allow the water to flow. -
Fill Opal Nugget Ice Maker’s reservoir.
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Plug in Opal Nugget Ice Maker, and begin making ice.
NOTE: Appearance may vary by model number.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock or injury when using your Opal, follow these basic safety precautions:
- Unplug the product before cleaning by hand and when not in use.
- Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality.
- Use caution when filling and installing Opal Side Tank, as filled unit may be heavy.
- Do not use this side tank for any liquid other than water.
- Children should not fill or install Opal Side Tank, as filled unit may be heavy.
- Make sure that Opal Nugget Ice Maker is unplugged when draining reservoir and installing Opal Side Tank.
- Ensure that Opal Side Tank is installed on a level surface that will be stable even when Opal Side Tank is full.
- Make sure the cap of the Side Tank remains clean during filling and operation. Hands should be washed and clean prior to opening and closing the cap.
Use and Care
Cleaning the Side Tank
- Remove and drain the Side Tank.
- If there is residual water in Opal Side Tank base unit, flip Opal Side Tank’s base to drain.
- Remove and wash Opal Side Tank’s cap and valve with dish soap and warm water as needed. Ensure the cap is clean after removing and re-installing by hand.
- Only remove drain tubes while near a sink or bucket, as removing drain tubes from Opal or Opal Side Tank will drain any water in either unit.
Proper Installation and Location
The side tank should be installed flush to the front of the Opal Nugget Ice
maker so that it does not block the airflow vents on the Opal Nugget Ice
maker. Opal Side Tank needs to sit on the same level surface as your Opal
Nugget Ice Maker. Do not elevate Opal Side Tank, or your Opal may overflow.
To Remove Mineral Deposits:
Mix two quarts of water with two quarts of vinegar, OR use the Opal
Cleaning Kit. Clean any visible mineral buildup or deposits with this
solution. If deposits are present in the tank, fill the tank with this
solution and let soak. Be sure to drain and rinse the tank thoroughly after
cleaning. Stubborn deposits may require more than one treatment.
Side Tank Troubleshooting
If water does not flow from the Side Tank to the Opal Ice Maker:
There may be bubbles in the tube connecting the side tank to the opal or it is
not lying flat. Try adjusting the tube to allow the water to flow. Once water
starts flowing it typically will not need further adjusting.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Normal Operating Sounds
Your new ice maker may make sounds that are not familiar. Most of these sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls, and countertops can amplify these sounds. The following describes the sounds that may be new to you and what may be creating them.
- WHIR – When Opal is first turned on, you may notice the condenser fan spinning.
- BUZZ – When the water pump first turns on, it may be dry and slightly noisy. Once it is filled with water, the noise reduces significantly.
- RATTLE – Rattling noises may be produced from the flow of the refrigerant. These noises should reduce significantly once the refrigerant system has stabilized.
- GURGLE – When the refrigerant system shuts off, there may be a brief gurgle as the refrigerant stops flowing.
- HUM – The compressor is a motor. It produces a low toned humming sound while it is running.
- CLICK – As nugget ice is produced, it drops into the ice drawer. The first nuggets produced are the loudest, as they impact the bottom of the ice bin. As the bin fills, this noise reduces significantly.
- SQUEAK — When Opal is in need of defrosting, it may start to squeak as ice starts to build up around the mechanisms. The defost cycle is automatic, and may take 30-45 minutes. During this time, the front button won’t respond.
Notes
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LIMITED WARRANTY
GE Appliances Ice Maker Limited Warranty
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Please have your serial number and your model number available when calling
for service. Call 1.866.907.6718 for service questions.
| For the Period of: | GE Appliances Covers |
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One Year
From the date of the original purchase| If the ice machine fails due to a
defect in materials or workmanship, during the limited one-year 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.
What GE Appliances Will Not Cover:
- Service trips to your home.
- Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
- Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
- Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
- Damage caused after delivery.
- Replacement of the light bulbs, if included.
- Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
- Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.
- Software bugs that can be corrected with an update via the Opal App
- Labor and other charges to install and/or remove the product
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
Your sole and exclusive remedies are product exchange or refund as provided
in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied
warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited
to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
For sale in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia only: For US Customers: This limited warranty is extended to the original purchaser for products purchased for home use within the USA. In Alaska and Hawaii, the limited warranty does not include the costs of shipping units. some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rignts, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To Know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: GE Appliances, a Haier company
Louisville, KY 40225
Staple your receipt Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
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