Cleaning Your - Whirlpool Automatic Ice Maker User And Care Manual

Cleaning Your Ice Maker
Periodically inspect and clean the ice maker
to keep it operating at peak efficiency and
to prevent premature failure of system
components.
Both the ice making system and the air
cooled condenser need to be cleaned
regularly.
The minerals rejected from the circulating
water during the freezing cycle will eventu-
ally form a hard scaly deposit in the water
system which prevents a rapid release of
the ice from the freezing plate.
Clean the ice and water system periodi-
cally to remove mineral scale buildup.
Frequency of cleaning depends on water
hardness. With hard water (15 to 20 grains/
gal. [4 to 5 grains/liter]), cleaning may be
required as frequently as every 6 months.
Cleaning exterior surfaces
Wash the exterior enamel surfaces and
gaskets with warm water and mild soap or
detergent. Wipe and dry. Regular use of a
good household appliance cleaner and wax
will help protect the finish.
Do not use abrasive cleaners on
enamel surfaces as they may scratch
the finish.