Ice Dispenser Tips - Frigidaire 240389312 Use & Care Manual

ICE AND WATER DISPENSER FEATURES
The ice and water dispenser conveniently dispenses chilled water, and ice cubes or crushed ice, depending on the model. To
operate the ice dispenser, select the ice option desired using the touchpad. Press a glass against the dispensing paddle as
far up as possible to catch all ice. To stop dispensing ice, pull glass away from dispensing paddle. Do not remove the glass
until the ice has completely dispensed. (Complete instructions for the dispenser operation are attached to the inside of the
freezer door.)
How the Water Dispenser Works
The water tank, located behind the drawers in the refrigerator compartment, automatically fills as water is dispensed. For
proper dispenser operation, the recommended supply water pressure should fall between 20 psi and 100 psi.
Water pressure must not exceed 100 lbs. Excessive pressure may cause water filter to malfunction.
After the refrigerator is connected to the water supply, fill the water tank by drawing one glass of water. It may take about
1½ minutes after activating the dispenser paddle before water begins to fill this first glass. Continue flushing the system
for 3 minutes to rid the tank and plumbing connections of any impurities. The water dispenser has a built in shutoff device
that will stop the water flow after 3 minutes of continuous use. Simply release the dispenser paddle to reset the shutoff
mechanism.
Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker. If the ice maker is connected
to soft water, ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly.
How the Ice Dispenser Works
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Signal Arm
or have an odd flavor. These should be discarded until the cubes made are free of discoloration and taste.

ICE DISPENSER TIPS

• Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor. Empty the ice container and ensure that the wire signal arm is
in its "down" or ON position. The ice maker will then produce more ice.
• Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated.
• Keep the wire signal arm in its "up" or OFF position until the refrigerator is connected to the water supply or whenever the
water supply is turned off.
IMPORTANT: Your ice maker is shipped with the wire signal arm in the ON position. To ensure proper function of
your ice maker, hook up water supply immediately or turn ice maker OFF by lifting the wire signal arm until it clicks
and locks in the UP position.
will make a loud chattering noise.
If the dispensing paddle is pushed for more than 4 minutes, the dispenser motor may overload
and stop. The overload protector will reset automatically after 3 or 4 minutes.
• If a large quantity of ice is needed at one time, it is best to remove cubes directly from the ice container.
• The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating:
• Motor running
• Ice dropping into ice container
• Water valve opening or closing
• Ice loosening from tray
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser
The ice maker and container are located in the top of the freezer compartment. After the
ON refrigerator is installed properly and has cooled for several hours, the ice maker can begin
making ice within 24 hours. Air in new plumbing lines may cause the ice maker to cycle two
or three times before making a full tray of ice. To begin ice production, lower the wire signal
arm to the "down" or ON position. With no usage it will take approximately 2 days to fill the
ice container. The ice maker turns off automatically when the ice container becomes full. To
stop the ice maker, lift the wire signal arm until it clicks, and locks in the "up" or OFF
position.
The ice maker produces 4 to 6 pounds of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions.
Ice is produced at a rate of 8 cubes every 75 to 90 minutes.
Because of new plumbing connections, the first production of ice cubes may be discolored
If the icemaker is not turned off and the water supply is not connected, the water valve
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Running water
Stop the ice maker when cleaning the freezer and during vacations.
If the ice maker will be turned off for a long period of time, turn the
water supply valve to the closed position.
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