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GE ZIC36ON Series User Manual

GE ZIC36ON Series
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PUB # 31-9079 12/01
MODEL SERIES:
ZIC36ON
TECHNICAL SERVICE GUIDE
GE Consumer Home Services Training
Monogram BMNF Refrigerators with
Electronic Controls
GEA01198
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GE ZIC36ON Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Ice MakerYes
Water DispenserYes
Energy Star CertifiedYes
Door StyleFrench Door
Sabbath ModeYes
ENERGY STARYes
Color OptionsStainless Steel
StyleFrench Door

Summary

TECHNICAL DATA

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Core refrigeration system specifications and components.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Detailed electrical ratings, current, and energy consumption.

NO LOAD PERFORMANCE DATA

Temperature performance under no-load conditions.

REFRIGERATION DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE

Procedure for accessing the low-pressure side for service.

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

List of common replacement parts with part numbers.

MODEL NOMENCLATURE

RATING PLATE INFORMATION

Details on the location and information on the unit's rating plate.

MINI-MANUAL LOCATION AND USE

Information regarding the mini-manual's placement and use.

SERIAL NUMBER FORMAT

COMPONENT AND CONNECTOR LOCATOR VIEWS

MACHINE COMPARTMENT SIDE VIEW COMPONENTS

Visual identification of components in the machine compartment.

EVAPORATOR COMPONENTS VIEW

Visual identification of components associated with the evaporator.

CABINET CONSTRUCTION AND ACCESS

CABINET MATERIALS AND DESIGN

Description of the refrigerator's outer case and inner liner.

MACHINE COMPARTMENT ACCESS PROCEDURE

Procedures for extending the machine compartment chassis for service.

DOOR CLOSURE MECHANISM

MECHANISM OPERATION AND REMOVAL

Operation and removal steps for the door closure mechanism.

DOORS AND GASKETS

FRESH FOOD DOOR AND HINGES REPLACEMENT

Instructions for removing the fresh food door and its hinges.

FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL

Step-by-step guide for removing the freezer drawer.

DOOR AND DRAWER GASKET REPLACEMENT

Method for replacing magnetic door and drawer gaskets.

UNIT LEVELING AND ICEMAKER

ROLLERS AND LEVELING ADJUSTMENT

Adjusting unit rollers and leveling legs for stability.

ICEMAKER SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Overview of the icemaker and its interlock switch.

WATER VALVE AND LINE REPLACEMENT

Location and replacement procedure for the water valve and lines.

AIRFLOW SYSTEM

DAMPER OPERATION AND REMOVAL

Functionality and service steps for the fresh food damper.

EVAPORATOR FAN DETAILS

FAN POSITION, SPEED CONTROL, AND TESTING

Information on evaporator fan position, speed control, and testing.

CONDENSER AND DRAIN PAN FANS

CONDENSER FAN OPERATION AND REMOVAL

Description, mounting, and removal of the condenser fan.

DRAIN PAN FAN FUNCTION AND REMOVAL

Purpose and removal procedure for the auxiliary drain pan fan.

DEFROST SYSTEM

ADAPTIVE DEFROST SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Explanation of the adaptive defrost system's function.

DEFROST SYSTEM OPERATIONS

ADAPTIVE DEFROST OPERATING CYCLES

Details on defrost heater, dwell, and post-dwell periods.

OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS COMPARISON

Comparison of normal vs. abnormal operational traits.

LINER PROTECTION MODE FUNCTION

Activation and function of the liner protection mode.

DEFROST SYSTEM COMPONENTS

DEFROST HEATER AND THERMISTORS

Description of defrost heater and thermistor components.

CONTROL SYSTEM - TOUCH PANEL

TOUCH PANEL AND CONTROL BOARD REMOVAL

Location and removal of the temperature control assembly.

CONTROL SYSTEM - MAIN BOARD

MAIN CONTROL BOARD OVERVIEW AND LOCATION

Function and physical location of the main control board.

CONTROL BOARD CONNECTOR J1-J2 DEFINITIONS

J1 CONNECTOR PIN DEFINITIONS

Pin definitions and voltage readings for J1 connector.

J2 CONNECTOR PIN DEFINITIONS

Pin definitions and voltage readings for J2 connector.

CONTROL BOARD CONNECTOR J3-J4 DEFINITIONS

J3 CONNECTOR PIN DEFINITIONS

Pin definitions and voltage readings for J3 connector.

J4 CONNECTOR PIN DEFINITIONS

Pin definitions and voltage readings for J4 connector.

THERMISTOR SPECIFICATIONS

THERMISTOR RESISTANCE VALUES TABLE

Mapping temperature to resistance in kilo-ohms.

TEMPERATURE SET POINT CHART

Correlation of control settings with thermistor temperature ranges.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS

DOOR AND DRAWER SWITCHES FUNCTION

Function of switches and their input to the control system.

SABBATH SWITCH OPERATION

Operation and purpose of the Sabbath switch.

TEMPERATURE OVERLOAD DEVICE (TOD)

Role of TOD in protecting light circuits from overheating.

REFRIGERATOR SCHEMATIC

WIRING DIAGRAM OVERVIEW

Comprehensive electrical schematic of the unit.

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM COMPONENTS

COMPRESSOR FUNCTION AND TESTING

Description of the compressor and methods for testing.

CONDENSER DESCRIPTION AND MAINTENANCE

Location, material, and cleaning recommendations for the condenser.

CONDENSER LOOP DETAILS

Information on the condenser loop's routing and serviceability.

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM DETAILS

DRYER FUNCTION AND REPLACEMENT

Role of the dryer and procedures for its replacement.

EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLY AND REPLACEMENT

Location, material, and service steps for the evaporator.

REFRIGERANT AND DIAGNOSTIC MODE

REFRIGERANT CHARGE INFORMATION

Details on the type and quantity of refrigerant.

ENTERING DIAGNOSTIC MODE

Step-by-step instructions to activate the test mode.

DIAGNOSTIC TEST FUNCTIONS

TEST FUNCTIONS, RESULTS, AND COMMENTS

Table detailing tests, expected outcomes, and notes.

TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHARTS

FRESH FOOD WARM - FREEZER NORMAL

Diagnostic flow for warm fresh food and normal freezer.

FRESH FOOD TOO COLD FLOWCHART

FRESH FOOD TOO COLD - FREEZER NORMAL

Diagnostic flow for cold fresh food and normal freezer.

FRESH FOOD WARM FLOWCHART

FRESH FOOD WARM - FREEZER WARM

Diagnostic flow for warm fresh food and warm freezer.

FREEZER WARM FLOWCHART

FREEZER WARM - FRESH FOOD NORMAL

Diagnostic flow for warm freezer and normal fresh food.

COMPRESSOR NOT RUNNING TROUBLESHOOTING

COMPRESSOR FAILURE DIAGNOSTIC STEPS

Troubleshooting steps when the compressor fails to start.

REFRIGERATOR DEAD TROUBLESHOOTING

NO SOUND, NO COOLING DIAGNOSTIC STEPS

Steps for diagnosing a completely non-functional unit.

DAMPER DOOR NOT OPERATE TROUBLESHOOTING

DAMPER OPERATION DIAGNOSTIC STEPS

Diagnosing and resolving issues with the air damper.

HEAVY FROST ON EVAPORATOR TROUBLESHOOTING

EXCESSIVE FROST BUILDUP DIAGNOSTIC STEPS

Troubleshooting procedure for excessive frost buildup.

EVAPORATOR FAN NOT RUNNING TROUBLESHOOTING

EVAPORATOR FAN FAILURE DIAGNOSTIC STEPS

Diagnosing and fixing evaporator fan motor problems.

CONDENSER FAN NOT RUNNING TROUBLESHOOTING

CONDENSER FAN FAILURE DIAGNOSTIC STEPS

Diagnosing and fixing condenser fan motor problems.

PARTS LIST

NOTES

WARRANTY INFORMATION

WARRANTY COVERAGE DETAILS

Information on what parts and labor are covered under warranty.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

Details on what is not covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

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