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K20lK40
ICE MAKER MAINTENANCE
Always pull out the plug and turn off the water supply before doing any work (cleaning or
repair) on the unit. Periodically clean the appliance (every 6 months) and the water system, to
keep the appliance operating at maximum efficiency and to ensure the best ice cube quality.
When the ice cube production time is increased, and the cubes start to lose their
transparency, it is time to clean the water system. How often you clean the system depends
on the hardness of the water. During freezing, the calcium in the water is deposited on the
refrigerant plate. These deposits act as insulation, decreasing the efficiency of the appliance's
performance.
HOW TO CLEAN THE WHIRLPOOL ICEMAKERS:
Turn off the water and switch off the appliance by pressing the green switch.
Open the ice bin and remove all the cubes.
Remove the plug or the drain hose (if provided) inside the bin.
Pour 1.51 of water mixed with 1/10 litre of vinegar or 4 tablespoons of lemon juice
or citric acid into the bin using the funnel provided.
Press the two switches (green and blue) and operate the appliance for 40
minutes approx.
6) Release the two switches (green and blue) and drain this water mixture into the
liner by inverting the position of the funnel.
7) Pour 1.51 water and 2 tablespoonful of baking soda into the bin, press the two
switches (green and blue) and operate the appliance for 5 minutes approx.
8) Drain the water and repeat the operation, by rinsing with 1.51 of water and leaving
the appliance operating for 5 minutes.
9) Remove the funnel with the hose after the water drain and replace the plug or the
drain hose.
10) Clean the inside of the bin reservoir and the door gasket with a soft cloth
dampened in a solution of warm water and baking soda.
11) Press the green switch and turn the water on: the ice maker will begin to work
again.
We recommend you ask the intervention of a qualified technician to clean periodically
(once a year) the condenser and the motor compartment.
lmpoftant:
To prevent odour contamination of the ice cubes, do not put foods or beverages into
the ice cube bin. When not in use for long periods of time (holidays, etc.) turn off the
water, pull out the plug, remove all ice cubes, drain the water tank by removing the
plug or the drain hose and leave the door open to prevent the formation of odours.
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