Turning The Ice Maker On And Off - Electrolux EHE6899 User Manual

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Ice Maker Operation & care
After the refrigerator is installed properly and has
cooled for several hours, the ice maker can produce ice
within 24 hours. The ice maker will fill the ice bin from
the rear. You must dispense some ice to force the ice
forward in the bin. This will allow the bin to fill
completely.
Ice Maker and storage bin capacity
This ice maker should produce 2.5 to 3 pounds of ice
per 24 hours. The ice bin will hold about 4 pounds of
ice.

TURNING THE ICE MAKER ON AND OFF

IMPORTANT
Your ice maker is turned on at the factory so it can
work as soon as you install your refrigerator. If you
cannot connect a water supply, set the ice maker's
On/Off feature to Off; otherwise, the ice maker's fill
valve may make a loud chattering noise when it
attempts to operate without water.
Ice production is controlled by the ice maker's On/Off
feature on the control panel. Pressing the On/Off
feature turns the ice maker on & off.
NOTE: The ice maker also has a built-in plastic
signal arm that automatically stops ice production
when the ice bin is full. This signal arm should not
be used to manually stop the ice maker.
IMPORTANT
Turning off the ice maker simply disables ice making.
You will still be able to dispense existing ice, and you
will still be able to dispense water.
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 that" 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 has 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
• 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.
Cleaning the ice maker
Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals,
especially prior to vacation or moving.
1. Turn off the icemaker.
2. Remove the ice bin by pulling straight out.
3. Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild
detergent. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.
Do not place in dishwasher. Rinse with clear water.
4. Allow the ice bin to dry completely before placing
it back into the freezer.
5. Place ice bin back into position. Turn the ice maker
on.
Remove and empty the ice bin if:
• An extended power failure (one hour or longer)
causes ice cubes in the ice bin to melt and refreeze
together after power is restored, jamming the
dispenser mechanism.
• You do not use the ice dispenser frequently. Ice
cubes will freeze together in the bin, jamming the
dispenser mechanism.
Removing Ice Bin
Remove the ice bin and shake to loosen the cubes
or clean as explained above.