There's also Alexa and Google Home voice control but, honestly, it seems like overkill. As far as app functionality goes, it's fairly comprehensive for such a spec-purpose device. The app gives you insight into whether the machine needs to be cleaned, if it needs a new filter, and lets you control the illumination and set schedules to power down the machine. I got the Profile Opal hooked up to GE's SmartHQ app. But the included instructions did not prepare me for the struggle.Īfter I found a spot, got the water filter installed, and ran through a cleaning cycle (you need to flush the system three times before you can start making ice). Once the screen was out, installing the filter was a snap. In the end, I needed to jam a butter knife in the wee gap I was able to find, then pray I was levering the right piece out. Having to navigate by feel alone, the worry that I was about to break something on this very expensive ice maker was high (it's in there quite tight). The challenge is that this an all-black piece sitting at the bottom of a water reservoir that you 100% can not see into.
I'm extremely grateful that GE included a filter in the box, but removing the mechanical screen proved to be a challenge that required a considerable amount of time Googling and scrubbing through videos.
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The next hurdle is getting the screen filter removed to install the included water filter. I never would have expected an ice maker to have swoopy architectural lines and an all-black, glossy, minimalist interface, but GE has exceeded expectations with the Profile Opal. Thankfully, the modern design fits in just about anywhere. And if you have under-cabinet lighting, you might be scrambling trying to find a place for it, as it's nearly 18 inches tall. It's also going to take up a considerable amount of space on your countertop.
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