Haier US Appliance Solutions DSM03R01 Appliance Communication Module User Manual

GE Appliance & Lighting Appliance Communication Module Users Manual

Users Manual

GEbrillion.com
Appliance
Communication
Module (ACM)
49-50284-1 01-12 GE
Safety Information.2
Operating Instructions.3
Installation Instructions.     4–9
Troubleshooting Tips.      10,.11
Consumer Support
Warranty. 14-15
Consumer.Support.        back.cover
DRM1E3
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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•. .Before you begin –.Read.these.instructions.completely.and.carefully
•.For your safety -.Read.and.observe.all.warning.and.cautions
•..IMPORTANT –.Save.these.instructions.for.local.inspector’s.use.Observe.
all.governing.codes.and.ordinances
•. Note to Installer.–.Be.sure.to.leave.these.instructions.with.the.
Consumer
•. .Note to Consumer –.Keep.these.instructions.for.future.reference
•. Completion time.–..about.1.hour
WARNING:
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
•..Do.not.drill.into.electrical.wiring.inside.walls.or.cabinets.when.drilling.holes
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Notice:.
•..The.ACM.shall.only.be.used.for.its.intended.purpose.as.described.in.this.
Owner’s.Manual
•..Never.force.a.connector.into.the.Ethernet.port..If.the.connector.does.
not.attach.with.a.reasonable.amount.of.force,.they.do.not.match..Verify.
the.connector.matches.the.port.and.that.it.is.orientated.correctly
•..Extended.exposure.to.high.temperature.may.cause.premature.failure.of.
electronic.components..Do.not.place.the.ACM.on.the.back.of.a.clothes.
dryer.or.range
•..The.only.way.to.turn.off.power.to.this.ACM.is.to.unplug.it.from.the.
appliance
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Operating Instructions
FEATURES
ACM
03-09-11
DSM gen III
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USB
Button Indicator.
Light
Connection.
Location
BUTTON
The.button.is.used.for.ACM.control
USB
The.USB.connection.is.used.for.factory.programming.and.diagnostics.There.
are.no.consumer.accessible.features.provided.by.the.USB.connection
INDICATOR LIGHT
The.indicator.light.blinks.at.different.rates.to.indicate.network.status.or.the.cur-
rent.utility.energy.value
CONNECTION LOCATION
This.is.the.location.for.inserting.the.interconnect.cable.on.the.module..
The.other.end.is.attached.to.the.appliance..This.connection.is.not.designed.to.
be.used.with.a.computer.or.network.cable
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Installation Instructions
PARTS SUPPLIED
Mounting.Bracket
1’.Interconnect.Cable
2.Mounting.Screws
6’.Interconnect.Cable NOTE: .Use.either.1’.or.6’.Interconnect.cable.based.on.how.
close.to.appliance.connector.you.want.to.place.the.module
Owner’s.Manual.and.
Installation.Instructions
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
Phillips-Head.Screwdriver Drill.and.Bits
For Wall or Cabinet Mounting Only:
OTHER PARTS YOU MAY NEED
Profile™.Laundry.“Y”.Adaptor.DR07X10003
For.Interconnect.
Cable
10’.Cable.Extension.Kit
DR07X10010
NOTE: .If.attaching.to.a.front.load.Profile™.laundry.pair.adaptor.DR07X10003.sold.
separately.is.necessary
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Installation Instructions
SELECT LOCATION TO INSTALL THE ACM.
1..The.ACM.can.be.placed.on.the.cabinet.near.the.appliance
2..The.ACM.can.be.placed.on.the.side.of.the.appliance.The.magnetic.feet.will.stick.
to.most.appliances
3..The.ACM.can.be.placed.inside.of.non-metallic.cabinets
4..Using.the.supplied.bracket,.the.module.can.be.mounted.to.the.inside.of.the.
cabinet.or.on.the.wall
Read.the.instructions.that.accompany.the.appliance.for.specific.recommendations
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3
4
2
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ATTACH PROFILE™ LAUNDRY “Y” ADAPTOR
(DR07X10003)(WASHER OR DRYER ONLY)
For.washer/dryer.pairs,.attach.the.“Y”.adaptor.
cable.to.the.serial.port.on.the.back.of.either.the.
washer.or.dryer.Attach.the.serial.cable.(supplied.
with.the.dryer).to.the.“Y”.adaptor.Attach.the.
other.end.of.the.serial.cable.to.the.remaining.
appliance.The.third.leg.of.the.“Y”.adaptor.has.a.
socket.for.installing.the.interconnect.cable
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Installation Instructions
Interconnect.Cable
Serial.Cable
2
SELECT LOCATION TO INSTALL THE ACM (continues):
NOTE: If module needs to be placed farther from appliance extension kit
DR07X10010 sold separately is available.
To.mount.inside.cabinets,.drill.3/4”.diameter.holes.in.inconspicuous.locations.for.
routing.the.interconnect.cable.For.built-in.appliances,.see.the.template.with.the.
appliance.for.precise.locations
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK - .Do.not.drill.into.
electrical.wiring.inside.walls.or.cabinets.when.drilling.holes
..Tip:.For.dishwasher.installation,.it.is.easiest.to.route.the.interconnect.cable.at.the.
time.of.installation.through.the.same.hole.as.the.drain.line.Locate.the.module.
under.the.sink
NOTE: To avoid water damage to the module do not place near washer hose
connections or under sink near water connections.
NOTE: To avoid interference, run interconnect cable through a separate hole
than the power cable to the appliance.
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Installation Instructions
...ATTACH MOUNTING BRACKET (OPTIONAL)
If.using.the.mounting.bracket,.attach.
to.the.cabinet.or.wall.with.the.screws.
provided.Wall.anchors.(not.included).
may.be.used.for.mounting.to.drywall,.tile,.
concrete.or.other.surfaces
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..ATTACH INTERCONNECT CABLE
1)..Attach.one.end.of.the.interconnect.cable.to.the.appliance.(Electric.ranges.are.
shipped.from.the.factory.with.the.cable.connected).See.the.instructions.on.the.
appliance.for.the.exact.location.Either.a.long.or.a.short.cable.may.be.used.to.
work.with.your.specific.installation
If.a.longer.cable.is.desired,.you.will.need.to.purchase.a.standard.CAT5.patch.
cable.or.use.GE.Kit.DR07X10010..The.maximum.cable.length.should.not.exceed.
20’
NOTE: Do not use cables labeled “Crossover.” These will mix the signals and cause
the module to not operate properly.
2)..Attach.the.other.end.to.the.interconnect.cable.to.the.ACM.at.the.connector.
location.on.the.back..The.indicator.light.will.flash.at.a.rate.of.1.second.on,.1.
second.off
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Installation Instructions
. ATTACH INTERCONNECT CABLE
(continues)
3)...Set.the.ACM.on.the.countertop.or.attach.it.to.the.side.of.the.appliance.or.
bracket
4)..Press.the.button.on.the.Appliance.Communication.Module.to.initiate.the.
network.joining.process.The.indicator.light.will.gradually.brighten.and.then.
dim.repeatedly.until.joined
Note: In.order.for.the.Appliance.Communication.Module.to.join.either.the.Smart.
Meter.or.Nucleus.Energy.Manager.network,.the.“Install.Code”.and.“MAC.Ad-
dress”.of.the.module.are.required..This.information.can.be.found.on.the.rating.
plate.label.on.the.bottom.of.the.module
If.joining.a.Smart.Meter.network,.please.provide.this.information.to.your.util-
ity..If.joining.a.Nucleus.Energy.Manager,.please.enter.this.information.when.
prompted.by.the.installation.program.
When.the.Appliance.Communication.Module.successfully.joins.the.Smart.Meter.
or.Nucleus.Energy.Manager.network,..the.indicator.light.will.come.on.for.a.
full.second.and.then.flash.1.–.4.flashes.indicating.the.utility.energy.rate.One.
flash.indicates.a.low.rate.(or.no.rate),.two.flashes.indicate.a.medium.rate,.three.
flashes.indicate.a.high.rate,.and.four.flashes.indicate.a.critical.rate..The.number.
of.flashes.you.see.depends.on.your.specific.utility.rate.plan
Note if joining Nucleus™: .If.after.several.minutes.the.ACM.has.not.located.a.
rate,.the.appliance.may.be.blocking.the.RF.signal.from.reaching.the.ACM..Try.
moving.the.ACM.to.a.different.location.and.try.again
Note if joining Smart Meter: .This.may.take.several.hours.depending.on.how.
long.it.takes.your.utility.to.turn.your.electric.meter.“ON”.for.joining..If.module.
light.continues.to.gradually.brighten.and.dim.repeatedly.contact.your.utility
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Installation Instructions
CARE AND CLEANING
Wipe.the.ACM.surface.with.a.clean,.damp.cloth.as.needed.DO.NOT.submerse.or.
hold.under.running.water
TO DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE COMMUNICATION MODULE
You.may.need.to.disconnect.the.Appliance.Communication.Module.from.your.
Nucleus.or.Smart.Meter.if.there.are.issues.during.joining,.or.if.one.of.them.gets.
replaced.To.disconnect.the.ACM.do.the.following:
1.Disconnect.the.interconnect.cable.from.ACM
2.Wait.5.seconds
3.Plug.cable.back.in
4.Press.the.button.on.the.module.5.times.rapidly
Record.your.MAC.ID.and.Install.Code.here.for.reference:
MAC.ID:.............D828...C9.._._..._._._._..._._._._
INSTALL.CODE:._._._._..._._._._..._._._._..._._._._
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Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts below first and you may not
need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Indicator Light not lit Normal Operation The.indicator.light.is.designed.to.go.
dark.after.5.minutes.to.reduce.power.
consumption.and.to.avoid.attracting.
attention.to.the.module.Pressing.the.
button.will.cause.the.indicator.light.to.flash.
indicating.the.electric.rate..One.flash.is.a.
low.rate.and.4.flashes.is.a.high.rate..If.no.
light.after.pressing.button.see.next.step
There is no power
to ACM
•..
Check.that.the.interconnect.cable.
is.connected.to.both.the.ACM.and.
the.appliance.Try.using.the.other.
interconnect.cable.provided,.or.swap.the.
ACM.with.a.different.one.to.determine.if.it.
is.a.cable.or.ACM.issue
•..Verify.the.appliance.is.plugged.in.and.has.
power.The.Appliance.Communication.
Module.gets.its.power.from.the.appliance
Unable to join network Multiple causes •..Review.instructions.provided.by..
the.utility.or.the.Nucleus.Energy.
Manager
•..
Try.to.relocate.ACM.so.it.is.on.the.same.side.
of.the.appliance.as.the.Nucleus.or.Smart.
Meter
Indicator Light
gradually dims and.
comes back on
Software Problem Call.for.service.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Module blinks slowly (1
sec on; 1 sec off) after
having joined network
Module has lost
communication
with Nucleus or
Smart Meter
•..Disconnect.interconnect.cable,.wait.5.
seconds,.reconnect.interconnect.cable.If.
that.is.unsuccessful,.review.the.Nucleus.
screens.for.more.troubleshooting.
information.or.contact.your.utility.if.
connected.directly.to.a.Smart.Meter
•..Try.to.relocate.module.so.it.is.on.the.same.
side.of.the.appliance.as.the.Nucleus
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Notes
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Regulatory Information
REGULATORY INFORMATION
FCC/IC Compliance Statement
This.device.complies.with.Part.15.of.the.FCC.Rules.and.Industry.Canada.
RSS-210..Operation.is.subject.to.the.following.two.conditions..(1).This.
device.may.not.cause.harmful.interference,.and.(2).this.device.must.accept.
any.interference.received,.including.interference.that.may.cause.undesired.
operation
This.product.has.been.tested.and.found.to.comply.with.the.limits.of.a.Class.
B.digital.device,.pursuant.to.Part.15.of.the.FCC.Rules..These.limits.are.
designed.to.provide.reasonable.protection.against.harmful.interference.in.
a.residential.installation..This.equipment.generates,.uses,.and.can.radiate.
radio.frequency.energy.and.if.not.installed.and.used.according.to.the.
instructions,.may.cause.harmful.interference.to.radio.communications..
However,.there.is.no.guarantee.that.interference.will.not.occur.in.a.
particular.installation..If.this.equipment.does.cause.harmful.interference.
to.radio.or.television.reception,.which.is.found.by.turning.the.equipment.
off.and.on,.the.user.is.encouraged.to.try.to.correct.the.interference.by.one.
or.more.of.the.following.measures:
•..Reorient.or.relocate.the.receiving.antenna
•..Increase.the.separation.between.the.equipment.or.devices
•..Connect.the.equipment.into.an.outlet.on.a.circuit.different.from.that.to.
which.the.receiver.is.connected
•..Consult.a.dealer.or.experienced.radio/TV.technician.for.assistance
FCC.CAUTION:..Any.changes.or.modifications.not.expressly.approved.by.
the.party.responsible.for.compliance.could.void.the.user’s.authority.to.
operate.the.equipment
RF.Exposure.-.This.device.is.only.authorized.for.use.in.a.mobile.application.
At.least.20.cm.of.separation.distance.between.the.device.and.the.user’s.
body.must.be.maintained.at.all.times
Limited Warranty for Appliance Communication Module
WARRANTY
Your.use.of.the.Appliance.Communicating.Module.(“Hardware”),.online.product.registration.of.the.
Hardware,.or.your.return.of.the.enclosed.Registration.Card.acknowledges.that.you.have.read.and.agree.
to.the.terms.of.this.warranty.agreement..GE’s.warranty.obligations.for.this.Hardware.are.limited.to.the.
terms.set.forth.herein.
GE.warrants.that.this.Hardware.shall.be.free.of.defects.in.materials.and.workmanship.under.normal.use.
for.a.period.of.one.(1).year.from.the.date.of.original.retail.purchase.(“Warranty.Period”)..If.a.Hardware.
defect.arises.and.a.valid.claim.is.received.within.the.Warranty.Period,.your.sole.and.exclusive.remedy.
will.be.for.GE,.in.its.sole.discretion.and.to.the.extent.permitted.by.law,.to.(1).repair.the.Hardware.defect.
at.no.charge,.using.new.parts.or.refurbished.parts.that.are.equivalent.to.new.in.performance.and.
reliability,.(2).exchange.the.Hardware.with.Hardware.that.is.new.or.refurbished.that.is.equivalent.to.new.
in.performance.and.reliability.and.is.at.least.functionally.equivalent.to.the.original.Hardware,.or.(3).refund.
the.purchase.price.of.the.Hardware..Any.repaired.or.replacement.Hardware.will.be.warranted.for.the.
remainder.of.the.original.warranty.period.or.thirty.(30).days,.whichever.is.longer..In.order.to.receive.the.
remedy.set.forth.above,.you.must.contact.GE.during.the.Warranty.Period.at.800-220-6899.and.provide.
the.model.number,.serial.number,.and.date.of.purchase.of.the.Hardware..Upon.GE’s.determination.that.
the.Hardware.should.be.returned.to.GE,.return.the.Hardware.and.include.with.each.returned.Hardware.
(i).a.copy.of.your.original.purchase.invoice.or.receipt.to.verify.your.warranty;.(ii).your.name,.address,.and.
telephone.number;.and.(iii).the.Return.Materials.Authorization.(RMA).number..You.are.responsible.for.
properly.packaging.and.shipping.the.Hardware.to.GE.at.your.cost.and.risk
In.addition.to.the.foregoing.Hardware.warranty,.for.a.period.of.ninety.(90).days.from.the.date.of.original.
retail.purchase,.GE.shall.also.provide.telephone.(800-220-6899).and.web.chat.(wwwgebrillioncom).
technical.support.assistance
Please.note.that.the.above.warranty.obligations.of.GE.do.not.include.any.in-home.installation.or.service
Important: Do not open the Hardware. Opening the Hardware may cause damage that is not covered
by this warranty. Only GE or a GE authorized service provider should perform service on this Hardware.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE
EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER ORAL,
WRITTEN, STATUTORY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, GE SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES
AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF GE CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED
WARRANTIES THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED
IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY AND TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
SERVICE AS DETERMINED BY GE. No oral or written information or advice given by GE or a GE-
authorized representative shall modify or extend this warranty. If any term is held to be illegal or
unenforceable, the legality or enforceability of the remaining terms shall not be affected or impaired.
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Limited Warranty for Appliance Communication Module.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—This warranty applies only to the Hardware
manufactured by or for GE that can be identified by the “GE” trademark, trade name, or
logo affixed to it. This warranty does not apply to any non-GE Hardware or any software,
even if packaged or sold with the GE Hardware. Software distributed by GE with or
without the GE brand name (including, but not limited to system software) is not covered
under this warranty. Refer to the End User Licensing Agreement accompanying the
software for details of your rights with respect to its use.
GE does not warrant that the operation of the Hardware will be uninterrupted or error-
free. GE is not responsible for damage arising from failure to follow instructions relating
to the Hardware’s use.
This warranty does not apply: (a) to consumable parts, such as batteries, or protective
coatings designed to diminish over time unless failure has occurred due to a defect in
materials or workmanship; (b) to cosmetic damage; (c) to damage caused by use with
non-GE products; (d) to damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, liquid contact, fire,
earthquake or other external causes; (e) to damage caused by operating the Hardware
outside the permitted or intended uses described by GE; (f) to damage caused by service
(including upgrades and expansions) not performed by GE, a GE-authorized service
provider, or an authorized representative of GE; (g) to a Hardware or a part that has
been modified to alter functionality or capability without the written permission of GE;
(h) to defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to the normal aging of
the Hardware; (i) if any GE serial number has been removed or defaced; or (j) to damage
caused by or via the network on which the Hardware is used including, but not limited to,
any online intrusion or attack.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WARRANTY AND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY
LAW, GE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION, OR UNDER ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF USE; LOSS OF REVENUE
OR ACTUAL OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR SAVINGS; LOSS OF, DAMAGE TO, COMPROMISE
OR CORRUPTION OF DATA; OR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE
HOWSOEVER CAUSED INCLUDING THE REPLACEMENT OF EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY
AND ANY COSTS OF RECOVERING, PROGRAMMING OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR
DATA STORED IN OR USED WITH THE GE PRODUCT. THE FOREGOING LIMITATION SHALL
NOT APPLY TO DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS, OR ANY STATUTORY LIABILITY FOR
INTENTIONAL AND GROSS NEGLIGENT ACTS AND/OR OMISSION.
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Consumer Support..
GE Appliances Website.GEbrillion.com
Have.a.question.or.need.assistance.with.your.
Appliance.Communication.Module
?.
Try.the.GE.Appliances.Website.24.hours.a.day,.any.day.of.the.year!.For.greater.conve-
nience.and.faster.service,.you.can.now.download.Owner’s.Manuals.and.order.parts
Technical Support.GEbrillion.com
Expert.GE.technical.support.is.only.one.step.away..Call.8002206899.during.normal.
business.hours.to.speak.with.an.agent
Contact Us. . GEbrillion.com
If.you.are.not.satisfied.with.the.service.you.receive.from.GE,.contact.us.on.our.Website.
with.all.the.details.including.your.phone.number,.or.write.to:
.. .General.Manager,.Customer.Relations.
GE.Appliances,.Appliance.Park.
Louisville,.KY.40225
Register Your Appliance.GEbrillion.com
Register.your.
Appliance.Communication.Module.by.filling.out.and.mailing.in.
the.pre-printed.registration.card.included.in.the.packing.material..Timely.
registration.will.allow.for.enhanced.communication.and.prompt.service.under.
the.terms.of.your.warranty.should.the.need.arise
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