Whirlpool EC5100XP manual Cleaning and caring for your ice maker, Cleaning exterior surfaces

Cleaning and caring for your ice maker

Periodically inspect and clean the ice maker to keep it operating at peak efficiency and to prevent premature failure of system components.

Both the ice making system and the air cooled condenser need to be cleaned regularly.

The minerals rejected from the circulating water during the freezing cycle will eventually form a hard scaly deposit in the water system which prevents a rapid release of the ice from the freezing plate.

Clean the ice and water system periodically to remove mineral scale build-up. Frequency of cleaning depends on water hardness. With sofi water, cleaning may not be required for several years. With hard water (15to 20 grains/gal.), cleaning may be required as frequently as every six months.

A dirty or clogged condenser:

0 prevents proper air flow.

l reduces ice making capacity.

l causes higher than recommended operating temperatures which may lead to component failure.

Cleaning exterior surfaces

Wash the exterior enamel surfaces and gaskets with warm water and mild soap or detergent. Rinse and dry. Regular use of

a good household appliance cleaner and wax will help protect the finish.

Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners on enamel surfaces as they may scratch the finish.

Cleaning the condenser

1. Disconnect	electrical power	supply	to the	1 III	III
macnlne and	place the Cycle	Control	Knob in

the “OFF”position.

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2.Remove the two screws from the bottom of the grilled front panel.

3.Pull forward and down to remove the panel.

4.Remove dirt and lint from the condenser fins and the unit compartment with a brush attach- ment attached to a vacuum cleaner.

CAUTION: Condenser fins can bend easily. Use care when vacuuming the con - denser to keep from bendlng the fins.

5.Replace the grilled front panel and screws.

6.Plug unit in and place the Cycle Control Knob in the “ON”position.