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Whirlpool ET18DK - Automatic Ice Maker Operation; Troubleshooting Ice Maker Issues

Whirlpool ET18DK
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Using the automatic ice maker
(Factory-installed on some models)
If you have an automatic ice maker, or lf you
plan to add one later (contact dealer for ice
maker kit number), there are a few things
you will want to know:
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The 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 it is connected to the water supply.
Instructions for ice maker water supply
hook up are attached to the back of the
refrigerator cabinet.
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The dial or lever on the side of the ice
maker changes the size of the cubes.
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Good 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
qualii. lf a softened water supply cannot
be avoided, make sure that the water
softener is well maintained and operating
properly.
Raise
signet
arm to
stop
ice.
Lower
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lgnal
arm to
atart It.
Solving common ice maker problems
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Ice crescents attached
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This is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasion-
at corners
ally to keep cubes separated.
Ice maker will not
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ON/OFF lever is in the OFF (up) position. Lower lever to the
operate or ice is not ON (down) position.
made fast enough
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Freezer is not cold enough. Adjust temperature controls and
wait 24 hours. (See “Changing the control settings” on
page
8.1
Off-taste or odor in ice
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New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-
flavored ice. Discard the first few batches of ice.
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Cubes are stored too long. Throw them away and make a
new supply.
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Foods in freezer are not wrapped properly. See “Food
Storage Guide” on pages 20 and 21.
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Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See pages 17
and 18.
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