Whirlpool GS6NBEXRS01 Use & Care Manual page 8

The Dispenser Lock (on some models)
Your dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to prevent
unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.
NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the product, to
the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the
ice and water dispensers. To turn off the ice maker, see "Ice
Maker & Storage Bin."
• Press and hold LOCKOUT for 3 seconds to lock the
dispenser.
• Press and hold LOCKOUT a second time to unlock the
dispenser.
Turning the Ice Maker On/Off
Style 1:
The ON/OFF switch is located on the top right side of the freezer
compartment.
• To turn on the ice maker, slide the control to the ON (left)
position.
• To manually turn off the ice maker, slide the control to the
OFF (right) position.
Style 2:
The ON/OFF switch is located on the ice maker, behind the ice
maker cover door.
• To manually turn off the ice maker, flip the switch to the
OFF (bottom) position.
NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. The ice maker
sensors will automatically stop ice production when the ice
storage bin is full or the freezer door is opened, but the control will
remain in the ON position.
REMEMBER:
• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the
first three batches of ice produced.
• The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the
water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the ice
maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals
(such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to
poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided,
make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well
maintained.
• Do not use anything sharp to break up the ice in the bin or
bucket. This can cause damage to the ice container and the
dispenser mechanism.
• Do not store anything on top of or in the ice maker or storage
bin.
Removing and Replacing Ice Storage Bin
1. Hold the base of the storage bin with both hands and press
the release button to lift the storage bin up and out.
NOTE: It is not necessary to turn the ice maker control to the
OFF position when removing the storage bin. The sensor
cover ("flipper door") on the left wall of the freezer stops the
ice maker from producing ice if the door is open or the storage
bin is removed.
2. Replace the storage bin on the door and push down to make
sure it is securely in place.
• To turn on the ice maker, flip the switch to the ON (top)
position.