Maytag Top Freezer Refrigerator manual ICE Moisture

Troubleshooting

ICE

MOISTURE

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	WHAT TO DO
Automatic icemaker	Sensor arm in up position.	Adjust sensor arm down to “ON” position.
not working
	Cabinet not level.	Level unit (see page 3).
	Water supply not connected or	Connect water supply, or clear obstructions.
	restricted.
	Freezer too warm.	Adjust freezer temperature control (see page 7).
Ice cubes have	Old cubes.	Discard; ice cubes may absorb odors which affect
odor/taste		taste.
	Bad water quality.	Contact local water treatment company.
	Food transmitted odor/taste to ice.	Wrap foods tightly.
Ice cubes	Residue from minerals in the water.	Wipe trays with vinegar-soaked cloth until clean.
sticking in tray
Ice cubes	Limited use of ice.	Dump old ice cubes.
evaporating
Moisture on	Not unusual during periods of high
cabinet surface	humidity.
between doors
Moisture on inside	Hot humid weather.	Normal.
cabinet walls
	Frequent or prolonged door openings.	Minimize door openings.
or in crisper
	Door not closed properly.	Check to see if something is preventing door from
		closing.
	Food not wrapped properly.	Wrap or cover all foods tightly.
Foods dry out	Crisper not tightly closed.	Close crisper all the way.
	Temperature controls set too cold.	Adjust temperature controls (see page 7).
	Packages not wrapped or sealed	Wrap or cover all foods tightly.
	properly.
Excessive moisture	Hot, humid weather.	Minimize door openings.
in crisper
	Humidity slide on crisper needs	Slide control to “Fruit” setting to allow more moisture
	adjustment.	to leave the drawer.
	Too much moisture on fresh produce	Do not wash items prior to storage. Wait to wash
	before storing.	fresh items until right before use.
	Foods not stored properly.	Store leafy vegetables in a loosely closed plastic bag.
		Store items with an outer skin (i.e. apples, oranges,
		pears, grapes, cucumbers, etc.) in a vented bag or
		unwrapped in the drawer.
		Store mushrooms and berries in original vented
		cartons or boxes, not in plastic bags.

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