Electrolux ei28bs55is1 Use And Care Manual page 24

Automatic Ice & Water Maker/Dispenser
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Using the ice maker after installation
Before making ice for the first time, be sure
to prime the water supply system. Air in new
plumbing lines can result in two or three
empty ice maker cycles. Furthermore, if the
system is not flushed, the first ice cubes may
be discolored or have an odd flavor.
IMPORTANT
On occasion, unusually small ice cubes may
be noticed in the bucket or in dispensed
ice. This could occur in normal operation
of the ice maker. If you start seeing these
more frequently, it may be an indication of
low water pressure or the water filter needs
to be replaced. As the water filter nears the
end of its useful life and becomes clogged
with particles, less water is delivered to the
ice maker during each cycle. Remember,
if it's been six months or longer since you
last changed your water filter, replace the
water filter with a new one. Poor quality
household water may require the filter to be
changed more frequently.
Ice maker/dispenser tips
• If your refrigerator is not connected to
a water supply or the water supply is
turned off, turn off the ice maker as
described in the previous section.
• The following sounds are normal when
the ice maker is operating:
- Motor running
- Ice dropping into ice bin
- Water valve opening or closing
- Running water
• When dispensing ice, you will hear a
snapping or clicking sound when the ice
chute opens and closes.
• If you need a large quantity of ice at one
time, it is best to get cubes directly from
the ice bin.
• Ice cubes stored too long may develop
an odd flavor. Empty the ice bin as
explained below.
• When dispensing cubed ice, it is normal
to have a small quantity of little pieces
along with the whole cubes.
• To avoid splashing, dispense ice into
your container before adding liquids.
• It is normal for ice to fill to the top of the
ice bin.
CAUTION
If the water supply to your refrigerator is
softened, be sure the softener is properly
maintained. Chemicals from a water
softener can damage the ice maker.
Off On
Wire
Signal Arm
ON
OFF
Wire
Signal Arm