Kenmore 970-7090 Use & Care Manual page 18

Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser (Continued)
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
by holding the On/Off soft-touch icon for three (3)
seconds.
• 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.
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 ice maker.
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. Rinse with
clear water.
4. Allow the ice bin to
dry completely before
replacing in the freezer.
5. Replace the ice bin. Turn the ice maker on.
Remove and empty the ice bin if:
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Remove the ice bin and shake to loosen the cubes or clean
as explained above.
NEVER use an ice pick or similar sharp instrument to
break up the ice. This could damage the ice bin and
dispenser mechanism.
To loosen stuck ice, use warm water. Before replacing
the ice bin, make sure it is completely dry.
IMPORTANT
When removing or replacing the ice bin, DO NOT rotate
the auger in the ice bin. If the auger is accidentally
rotated, you must realign the auger by turning it in 45
degree turns (see below) until the ice bin fits into place
with the drive mechanism. If the auger is not properly
aligned when replacing the ice bin, the refrigerator will
not dispense ice. The fresh food door also may not close
properly causing warm air to leak into the fresh food
compartment.
Removing Ice Bin
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An extended power failure (one hour or longer) causes
ice cubes in the ice bin to melt and freeze together,
jamming the dispenser mechanism.
You do not use the ice dispenser frequently. Ice cubes
will freeze together in the bin, jamming the dispenser
mechanism.
CAUTION
Adjusting Ice Bin Auger