FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD
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ICE HAS OFF-TASTE OR ODOR
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The icemaker was recently installed,
The ice has been stored for too long.
The food has not been wrapped tightly in either compartment,
The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur.
The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.
Ice storage bin needs cleaning.
THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN
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The refrigerator is defrosting.
It is more humid than normal.
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Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or
Throw away old ice and make a new supply
Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food is not wrapped properly.
A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems.
See Care and Cleaning Section.
Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
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The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.
Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.
THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE
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THE | ICEMAKER | IS NOT PRODUCING | ICE OR ICE | CUBES ARE FREEZING | TOO | SLOWLY |
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The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice. the Controls Section.
Door left open.Check to see if something is holding the door open.
CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL
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THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN
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The gaskets are dirty or sticky,
The door is reopened within a short time after having been opened.
Call a plumber to clear the valve.
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Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning.
When you open the door, warmer air enters the refrigerator. As the warm air cools, it can create a vacuum. If the door is hard to open, wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to equalize, then see if it opens more easily.
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