Maytag W10214489A, W10214488A Accessories, Ice dispenser will not operate properly

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Off-taste, odor or gray color in the ice

 

The water dispenser will not operate properly

■New plumbing connections? New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-flavored ice.

■Ice stored too long? Discard ice. Wash ice bin. Allow 24 hours for ice maker to make new ice.

■Odor transfer from food? Use airtight, moisture proof packaging to store food.

■Are there minerals (such as sulfur) in the water? A water filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.

■Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? Gray or dark discoloration in ice indicates that the water filtration system needs additional flushing.

The ice dispenser will not operate properly

■Freezer door closed completely? Close the door firmly. If it does not close completely, see “The doors will not close completely.”

■Ice bin installed correctly? Be sure the ice bin is firmly in position.

■New installation? Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.

■Ice stuck in the delivery chute? Use a plastic utensil to clear the delivery chute.

■Has the wrong ice been added to the bin? Use only cubes produced by the current ice maker.

■Has the ice melted around the auger (metal spiral) in the ice bin? Empty the ice container. Use warm water to melt the ice if necessary.

WARNING

Cut Hazard

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice.

Failure to do so can result in cuts.

■Is the ice dispenser stalling while dispensing “crushed” ice? Change the ice button from “crushed” to “cubed.” If cubed ice dispenses correctly, depress the button for “crushed” ice and begin dispensing again.

■Has the dispenser arm been held in too long? Ice will stop dispensing when the arm is held in too long. Wait 3 minutes for dispenser motor to reset before using again.

■Freezer door closed completely? Close the door firmly. If it does not close completely, see “The doors will not close completely.”

■Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.

■Is the water pressure at least 30 psi (207 kPa)? The water pressure to the home determines the flow from the dispenser. See “Water Supply Requirements.”

■Kink in the home water source line? Straighten the water source line.

■New installation? Flush and fill the water system.

■Water filter installed on the refrigerator? The filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed.

■Is a reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? See “Water Supply Requirements.”

Water is leaking from the dispenser

NOTE: One or two drops of water after dispensing is normal.

■Glass not being held under the dispenser long enough? Hold the glass under the dispenser for 2 to 3 seconds after releasing the dispenser lever/pad.

■New installation? Flush the water system. See “Prepare the Water System” or “Water and Ice Dispensers.”

■Recently changed water filter? Flush the water system. See “Prepare the Water System” or “Water and Ice Dispensers.”

The dispenser water is not cool enough

NOTE: Water from the dispenser is chilled to only 50°F (10°C).

■New installation? Allow 24 hours after installation for the water supply to cool completely.

■Recently dispensed large amount of water? Allow 24 hours for water supply to cool completely.

■Water not been recently dispensed? The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water.

■Refrigerator connected to a cold water pipe? Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe. See “Water Supply Requirements.”

ACCESSORIES

To order stainless steel cleaner or replacement filters, call

1-800-688-9900and ask for the appropriate part number listed below or contact your authorized MAYTAG® Appliances dealer. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.

Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish:

Order Part #4396095

Standard Base Filter Cartridge:

Order Part #4396841 (T2RFWG2 and P2RFWG2)

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Contents Refrigerator User Instructions Refrigerator SafetyBefore You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer Installation InstructionsUnpack the Refrigerator Recommended Grounding Method Location RequirementsElectrical Requirements Water Supply RequirementsConnect to Water Line Connect Water SupplyWater Pressure Reverse Osmosis Water SupplyRefrigerator USE Using the ControlsComplete the Installation Water and Ice Dispensers Crisper Humidity ControlChilled Door Bin To Dispense Ice Water DispenserTo Dispense Water Ice DispenserWater Filtration System CleaningRefrigerator Care Ice Maker and Storage BinRefrigerator Operation TroubleshootingChanging the Light Bulbs Ice and Water Temperature and MoistureDispenser water is not cool enough AccessoriesIce dispenser will not operate properly Water is leaking from the dispenserWater Filter Certifications Base Grille Water Filtration System Performance Data SheetsBase Grille Water Filtration System Base Grille Water Filtration System Base Grille Water Filtration System This limited warranty does not cover Maytag Major Appliance WarrantyLimited Warranty Items Excluded from WarrantySeguridad DEL Refrigerador Instrucciones Para EL Usuario DEL RefrigeradorAntes de tirar su viejo refrigerador o congelador Instrucciones DE InstalaciónDesempaque el refrigerador Requisitos de ubicaciónPresión del agua Requisitos eléctricosRequisitos del suministro de agua Método de conexión a tierra recomendadoConexión al refrigerador Estilo Conexión del suministro de aguaConexión a la línea de agua Ajuste de los controles USO DE SU RefrigeradorUso de los controles Cómo terminar la instalaciónControl del depósito enfriador de la puerta Depósito enfriador de la puertaDespachadores de agua y hielo Desactivación de sonidosPara despachar hielo El despachador de aguaPara despachar agua El despachador de hieloSistema de filtración de agua Fábrica de hielo y depósitoPara limpiar su refrigerador Cuidado DE SU RefrigeradorLimpieza Cómo cambiar los focosFuncionamiento del refrigerador Solución DE ProblemasHielo y agua Temperatura y humedadHay fugas de agua del despachador AccesoriosEl despachador de hielo no funciona debidamente El despachador de agua no funciona debidamenteSistema de filtración de agua de la rejilla de la base Hoja DE Datos DEL RendimientoSistema de filtración de agua de la rejilla de la base Sistema de filtración de agua de la rejilla de la base Sistema de filtración de agua de la rejilla de la base Esta garantía limitada no cubre MaytagGarantía Limitada Exclusiones DE LA GarantíaSécurité DU Réfrigérateur Instructions Dutilisation DU RéfrigérateurAvant de jeter votre vieux réfrigérateur ou congélateur Instructions DinstallationExigences demplacement Déballage du réfrigérateurPression de leau Méthode recommandée de mise à la terreSpécifications électriques Spécifications de l’alimentation en eauRaccordement au réfrigérateur Style Raccordement de la canalisation deauRaccordement à une canalisation d’eau Utilisation DU Réfrigérateur Utilisation des commandesAchever l’installation Ajustement des commandesDistributeurs d’eau et de glaçons Commande du compartiment fraîcheur dans la porteConvertible Compartiment fraîcheur dans la porteDistribution de glace Le distributeur deauDistribution d’eau Le distributeur de glaçonsLe verrouillage du distributeur sur certains modèles Pour retirer et réinstaller le bac à glaçonsRemplacement du filtre à eau Système de filtration de leauNettoyage de votre réfrigérateur Remplacement des ampoules d’éclairageEntretien DU Réfrigérateur NettoyageFonctionnement du réfrigérateur DépannageGlaçons et eau Température et humiditéDe leau suinte du distributeur AccessoiresLe distributeur de glaçons ne fonctionne pas correctement Le distributeur deau ne fonctionne pas correctementSystème de filtration deau de la grille de la base Feuilles DE Données SUR LA PerformanceSystème de filtration deau de la grille de la base 909 mg/L Mg/L ± 10 % 05 mg/L 97,4 Particules classe 4200 #/mL 1900 #/mL 99,9 La présente garantie limitée ne couvre pas Garantie DE Gros Appareil Ménager MaytagGarantie Limitée Éléments Exclus DE LA GarantieEN/FR PN W10214488A W10214489A

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