Whirlpool EB21DKXDB01 Using the optional automatic ice maker, Solving common ice maker problems

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Using the optional automatic ice maker

If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later (contact the dealer for ice maker kit number), here are a few things you should know:

lThe 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 you

 

 

connect it to the water supply.

 

ice maker.

l If you remove the ice bin, raise the signal arm to

 

shut off the ice maker. When you replace the bin,

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push it in all the way and lower the ice maker signal

 

arm to the ON position.

lGood 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 you cannot avoid a softened water supply, make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well maintained.

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

lThis is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasionally to keep cubes separated.

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

lFreezer is not cold enough. Adjust temperature controls and wait 24 hours. (See “Changing the control settings” on page 7.)

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

lCubes are stored too long. Throw them away and make a new supply. l Food is not wrapped properly. See page 19.

l Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See page 16.

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

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Contents UseAndCare Contents Help us help you Refrigerator SafetyYour safety is important to us For Your Safety lPa5 Parts and FeaturesPanel Plugging it Before Using Your RefrigeratorCleaning your refrigerator Installing it properlyExterior moisture control Using Your RefrigeratorSetting the controls Temperature controlAdjusting Door Bins Changing the control settingsLift both sides of track slightly Pull track straight out Adjusting the EZ-TRACKTM refrigerator shelfCarefully pull front of shelf toward you Adjusting the cantilever refrigerator shelvesRemoving the meat drawer CoverRemoving the freezer baskets Adjusting the crisper humidityRemoving the crispers and crisper cover ControlPossible CAUSE/SOLUTION Using the optional automatic ice makerSolving common ice maker problems ProblemWater supply Attaching the ice maker toConnecting to refrigerator Unplug the refrigerator Removing the base grilleChanging the light bulbs Open refrigerator doorReversing the door swing Understanding thre soundsYou may hear Saving energyYour refrigerator, unplug it Removable parts, and cleanBoth the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost Building up. Wipe up spills right awayMoving Vacation and moving careShort vacations Long vacationsQuestions? Power interruptionsStoring frozen food Food Storage GuideStoring fresh food Check the Following TroubleshootingBefore calling for assistance For assistance or service Reauestina Assistance or ServiceFrom Date of Purchase WarrantyRefrigerator Warranty