Whirlpool Comprehensive Guide for the ET18GK Refrigerator Ice Maker
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Using the optional automatic ice maker

If you have an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later (contact dealer for ice maker kit number), there are a few things you will want to know:

l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. DOWN to make ice automatically

UP to shut off the ice maker

IMPORTANT: Do not turn ice maker on until it is connected to the water supply.

Instructions for ice maker water supply hook up are attached to the back of the refrigerator cabinet.

l The dial or lever on the side of the ice maker changes the size of the cubes.

l Good water quality is important for good ice quality. Try to avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals, such as salt from a malfunctioning softener, can damage the ice maker mold and lead to poor ice quality. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided, make sure that the water softener is well maintained and operating property.

up to stop ice

maker.

Down to start ice

maker.

Solving common ice maker problems

PROBLEM

Ice crescents attached at corners

Ice maker will not operate or ice is not made fast enough

Off-taste or odor in ice

POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

l This is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasion- ally to keep cubes separated.

l ON/OFF lever is in the OFF (up) position. Lower lever to the ON (down) position.

l Freezer is not cold enough. Adjust temperature controls and wait 24 hours. (See “Changing the control settings” on

page 8.)

l New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off- flavored ice. Discard the first few batches of ice.

l Cubes are stored too long. Throw them away and make a new supply.

l Foods in freezer are not wrapped properly. See “Food Storage Guide” on pages 18 and 19.

l Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See pages 14 and 15.

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Contents NO-FROST REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER Model ET18GK Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance Your safety is important to usHelp us help you Important Safety InstructionsControl panel Parts And FeaturesPlugging it Before Using Your RefrigeratorCleaning your refrigerator Leveling it Installing it properlyTemperature controls Using Your RefrigeratorSetting the controls Recommended SettingsChanging the control Exterior moisture controlRemoving the meat drawer and cover Adjusting the refrigerator shelvesRemoving the crispers and crisper cover Using the ice cube traysPossible CAUSE/SOLUTION Using the optional automatic ice makerSolving common ice maker problems ProblemRemoving the base grille Changing the light bulbsSaving energy Reversing the door swingUnderstanding the sounds you may hear Part HOW to CleanCaring For Your Refrigerator ThisPart What to USE Moving Vacation and moving careShort vacations Long vacationsQuest ions Power interruptionsStoring fresh food Food Storage GuideFreezing Storing frozen foodPackaging Check the Following If You Need Assistance Or ServiceBefore calling for assistance If you need FSP@ replace- ment parts If you need serviceIf you are not satisfied with How the problem was solved If you need assistanceFull FIVE-YEAR WarrantyWhirlpool PAY for Full ONE-YEAR

ET18GK specifications

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