Whirlpool ET9FHTXMQ03 Refrigerator User Manual


 
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Off-taste, odor or gray color in the ice
New plumbing connections? New plumbing connections
can cause discolored or off-flavored ice.
Ice stored too long? Discard ice. Wash ice bin. Allow
24 hours for ice maker to make new ice.
Odor transfer from food? Use airtight, moisture proof
packaging to store food.
Are there minerals (such as sulfur) in the water? A water
filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.
Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Gray or dark
discoloration in ice indicates that the water filtration system
needs additional flushing. Flush the water system before using
a new water filter. Replace water filter when indicated. See
Water Filtration System.
The water dispenser will not operate properly
Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply
shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water
supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.
Kink in the water source line? Straighten the water source
line.
New installation? Flush and fill the water system. See Water
Dispenser.
Is the water pressure at least 30 psi? The water pressure to
the home determines the flow from the dispenser. See Water
Supply Requirements.
Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Remove filter and
operate dispenser. If water flow increases, the filter may be
clogged or incorrectly installed. Replace filter or reinstall it
correctly.
Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to
your cold water supply? This can decrease water pressure.
See Water Supply Requirements.
Water is dripping from the dispenser
NOTE: One or two drops of water after dispensing is normal.
Glass not being held under the dispenser long enough?
Hold the glass under the dispenser 2 to 3 seconds after
releasing the dispenser lever.
New installation? Flush the water system. See Water
Dispenser.
Recently changed water filter? Flush the water system. See
Water Dispenser.
Water from the dispenser is warm
NOTE: Water from the dispenser is only chilled to 50°F (10°C).
New installation? Allow 24 hours after installation for the
water supply to cool completely.
Recently dispensed large amount of water? Allow 24 hours
for water supply to cool completely.
Water not been recently dispensed? The first glass of water
may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water.
Refrigerator connected to a cold water pipe? Make sure
the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe. See Water
Supply Requirements.
WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS