Whirlpool ET18NM Specifications download pdf (Page 12)

Using the optional automatic ice maker

If you have an automatic ice maker, or if you

plan to add one later (contact dealer for ice

maker kii number), there are a few things

you will want to know:

The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm.

DOWN to make ice automatically

UP to shut off the ice maker

IMPORTANT:

Do not turn ice maker on

until it is connected to the water supply.

Instructions for ice maker water supply

hook up are attached to the back of the

refrigerator cabinet.

The dial or lever on the side of the ice

maker changes the size of the cubes.

Good water quality is important for good

ice quality. Try to avoid connecting the ice

maker to a softened water supply. Water

softener chemicals, such as salt from a

malfunctioning softener, can damage the

ice maker mold and lead to poor ice

quality. If a softened water supply cannot

be avoided, make sure that the water

softener is well maintained and operating

PropeW.

up to

stop ice

maker.

Down to

start ice

maker.

Solving common ice maker problems

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION

Ice crescents attached

This is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasion-

at corners

ally to keep cubes separated.

Ice maker will not

ON/OFF lever is in the OFF (up) position. Lower lever to the

operate or ice is not

(down) position.

made fast enough

Freezer is not cold enough. Adjust temperature controls and

wait 24 hours. (See “Changing the control settings” on

paw 8.1

Off-taste or odor in ice

New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-

flavored ice. Discard the first few batches of ice.

Cubes are stored too long. Throw them away and make a

new supply.

Foods in freezer are not wrapped properly. See “Food

Storage Guide” on pages 18 and 19.

Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See pages 15

and 16.

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