Ice And Water - Jenn-Air JFX2897DRM User Instructions

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES
The ice maker is not The refrigerator is not connected to a
producing ice or is water supply or the water supply
not producing shutoff valve is not turned on.
enough ice
There is a kink in the water source line. A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source
The ice maker is not turned on.
The refrigerator has just been installed. Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin.
The refrigerator door is not closed
completely.
A large amount of ice was recently
removed.
An ice cube is jammed in the ice maker
ejector arm.
A water filter is installed on the
refrigerator.
A reverse osmosis water filtration
system is connected to your cold
water supply.
The ice cubes are The water shutoff valve is not fully
hollow or small open.
NOTE: This is an
There is a kink in the water source line.
indication of low
water pressure.
A water filter is installed on the
refrigerator.
A reverse osmosis water filtration
system is connected to your cold
water supply.
Questions remain regarding water
pressure.
Off-taste, odor or Newly installed refrigerator requires
gray color in the ice flush of water system.
or water
Recently installed or replaced
plumbing connections. New plumbing
connections can cause discolored or
off-flavored ice and water.
Using a water supply connection type
other than recommended.
The ice has been stored too long.
The water has been stored too long.
Odor from stored food has transferred
to the ice.
There are minerals (such as sulfur) in
the water.
There is a water filter installed on the
refrigerator.
The water filter needs to be replaced.

Ice and Water

SOLUTIONS
Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully
open.
line.
Make sure the ice maker is on. See "Ice Maker and Ice Storage Bin."
Wait 3 days for full ice production.
Close the door firmly. If it does not close completely, see "The doors
will not close completely."
Allow sufficient time for ice maker to produce more ice. See "Ice
Maker and Ice Storage Bin" for ice production rates.
Remove ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil.
Remove the water filter and operate the ice maker. If ice volume
improves, then the filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed.
Replace filter or reinstall it correctly.
This can decrease water pressure. See "Water Supply
Requirements."
Turn the water shutoff valve fully open.
A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source
line.
Remove filter and operate ice maker. If ice quality improves, then the
filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed. Replace filter or reinstall
it correctly.
This can decrease water pressure. See "Water Supply
Requirements."
Call a licensed, qualified plumber.
Flush the water system. See "Water and Ice Dispensers" for water
system flushing instructions.
Discard the ice and wash the ice storage bin. Flush the water system
with 3 gal. (12 L) of water. Allow 24 hours for the ice maker to make
new ice, and discard the first 3 batches of ice produced.
It is recommended to use copper tubing or Whirlpool supply line, Part
Number 8212547RP. See "Connect to Water Line."
Discard ice. Wash ice storage bin. Allow 24 hours for ice maker to
make new ice.
Dispense at least 1 qt (1 L) of water per week to maintain a fresh
supply.
Use airtight, moisture proof packaging to store food.
A water filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.
Gray or dark discoloration in ice may indicate that the water filtration
system needs additional flushing. Flush the water system after
installing and before using a new water filter. See "Water and Ice
Dispensers" for water filter flushing instructions.
Replace the disposable water filter at least every 6 months or when
indicated. See "Water Filtration System."
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