Solving common ice maker problems

PROBLEM

IIce 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 occasion- allv 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 control and wait 24 hours.

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.

lFoods in freezer are not wrapped properly. See “Food Storage Guide” on pages 19 and 20.

lFreezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See pages 15 and 16.

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

Attaching the ice maker to a water supply

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

Tools required:

Electrlcal Shock Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply to refri- gerator before installing.

Electrical drill must be grounded before drilling holes in water line.

Failure to do so could result in death, electrical shock, or serious injury.

IMPORTANT:

lUse copper tubing only and check for leaks.

lInstall ice maker tubing in areas where temperatures are above freezing.

lStandard screwdriver

l 7/16-inchand X-inch open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches

lX-inch nut driver l X-inch drill bit

lHand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)

NOTE: Your appliance dealer has a kit available with a X-inch saddle type shut-off valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use piercing type or %-inch saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

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