Whirlpool ED20DFXEB00 warranty Using the automatic ice maker, Solving common ice maker problems

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Using the automatic ice maker

Here are a few things you will want to know about your

Signal arm

automatic ice maker:

 

• The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. Move arm:

 

DOWN to make ice automatically.

 

UP to shut off the ice maker.

 

NOTE: Do not turn ice maker on until it is connected

 

to the water supply. Instructions for ice maker

 

water supply hookup are attached to the back of

 

the refrigerator cabinet.

 

•It is normal for ice crescents to be attached by a corner. They break apart easily.

•The ice maker will not operate until the freezer is cold enough to make ice. This can take overnight.

•If ice is not being made fast enough and more ice is needed, turn the Freezer Control toward 7. Under normal conditions, the ice maker should produce seven to nine batches of ice within 24 hours.

•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 the water softener is operating properly and is well maintained.

Solving common ice maker problems

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

Ice crescents attached

• This is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasionally to keep cubes

at corners

separated.

 

 

Ice maker will not

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

operate or ice is not

• Freezer is not cold enough. Adjust temperature controls and wait 24 hours.

made fast enough

(See “Changing the control settings” on page 11.)

 

Off-taste or odor in ice • New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-flavored ice. Discard the first few batches of ice.

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

• Food is not wrapped properly. See page 27.

• Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See page 23.

• Water may contain minerals (such as sulfur). A filter may be required to remove them.

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Contents Part no /12100701S UseAndCareTable of Contents Your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions Refrigerator SafetyHelp us help you Control Panel Parts and FeaturesFreezer control Refrigerator control To remove any remaining tape or label glue Installing Your RefrigeratorCleaning your refrigerator Removing packaging materialsRemoving the wooden base Plugging itLeveling it Aligning the doors Removing the doors and handlesCold water supply Attaching the ice maker to a water supplyTools required Controls water supply Connecting to water lineConnecting to refrigerator Setting the controls Using Your RefrigeratorChanging the control settings Removing the snap-on door trivet Adjusting the door binsTo slide shelf out Adjusting the cantilever refrigerator shelvesTo remove a shelf To replace a shelfTo remove the cover Removing the temperature controlled meat drawer and coverAdjusting the meat drawer temperature To remove the meat drawerRemoving the crispers and crisper covers Adjusting the crisper humidity controlRemoving the freezer basket Using the utility compartmentRemoving the freezer shelf To dispense ice Using the ice and water dispensing systemDispenser light Solving common ice and water dispenser problemsProblem Possible CAUSE/SOLUTION Water dispenserSolving common ice maker problems Using the automatic ice makerTo remove the grille Removing the ice maker storage binRemoving the base grille To remove ice binTo change the freezer light Changing the light bulbsSaving energy Understanding the sounds you may hearCaring for Your Refrigerator Part What to USE HOW to CleanLong vacations Vacation and moving careMoving Questions? Power interruptionsStoring fresh food Food Storage GuidePackaging recommended for use Storing frozen foodPackaging FreezingProblem Check the Following TroubleshootingBefore calling for assistance … For assistance or service Requesting Assistance or ServicePage Page Whirlpool Refrigerator Warranty Warranty
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