4 Allow the ice bin to dry completely before replacing in the freezer.
Ice Dispenser Tips
5 Remove ice chips and clean the ice bin shelf and the freezer
" Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor. Empty the
door chute.
ice container as explained on the next page.
6 Replace the ice bin. Press the ice maker?s Off/On switch to
" Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated.
resume ice production.
" If your refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water
supply is turned off, turn off the ice maker by pressing the On/Off Remove and empty the ice storage bin if:
switch to the ?O? position. " An extended power failure (one hour or longer) causes ice cubes
in the ice storage bin to melt and freeze together, jamming the
" If you need a large quantity of ice at one time, it is best to get
dispenser mechanism.
cubes directly from the ice container.
" You do not use the ice dispenser frequently. Ice cubes will freeze
" The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is
together in the bin, jamming the dispenser mechanism.
operating:
" Motor running Remove the ice storage bin and shake to loosen the cubes or clean
as explained above. Never use an ice pick or similar sharp
" Ice dropping into ice container
instrument to break up the ice. This could damage the ice storage
" Water valve opening or closing
bin and dispenser mechanism.
" Ice loosening from tray
" Running water
Important
" Turn off the ice maker when cleaning the freezer and during
vacations.
" If you turn off the ice maker for a long period of time, you should
also turn off the water supply valve.
Caution
Chemicals from a malfunctioning water softener can damage
the ice maker. If the water supply to your refrigerator is
softened, be sure the softener is maintained to work properly.
When removing the ice bin, avoid rotating the auger
inside the bin. The auger must align with its drive
Cleaning The Ice Dispenser
mechanism when the bin is replaced. If you accidentally
Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals, particularly
move the auger, realign by making quarter turns until
before you take a vacation or move.
the ice bin fits back in place.
Caution
Changing The Filters
Locating The Filters
Your refrigerator is equipped with separate water and air filtering
systems. The water filter system filters all dispensed drinking water,
as well as the water used to produce ice. The air filter removes
odors and impurities from the refrigerator compartment.
When removing the ice bin, do not grip the ice chute
Water Filter
(beneath the front of the bin) as a handle. Surfaces in
the ice chute may be sharp.
To clean the ice dispenser:
1 Turn off ice production by pressing the ice maker?s On/Off switch.
Air Filter
2 Remove the ice bin by lifting up and out.
3 Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild detergent. Rinse
with clear water. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.
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