Whirlpool RT18HD Freezer User Manual


 
Using the optional automatic ice maker
If you have an automatic ice maker, or if you
plan to add one later, there are a few things
you will want to know:
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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
FOr,ce
hook up are attached to the back of the
maker.
refrigerator cabinet.
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The dial or lever on the side of the ice
maker changes the size of the cubes.
Down to
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Good water quality is important for good
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ice quality. Try to avoid connecting the ice
maker.
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
quatii. lf a softened water supply cannot
be avoided, make sure that the water
softener is well maintained and operating
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Solving common ice maker problems
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Ice crescents attached
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This is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasion-
at corners ally to keep cubes separated.
ke maker will not
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ON/OFF lever is in the OFF (up) position. Lower lever to the
operate or ice is not ON (down) position.
made fast enough
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Freezer is not cold enough. Adjust temperature controls and
wait 24 hours. (See “Changing the control settings” on
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Off-taste or odor in ice
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New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-
flavored ice. Discard the first few batches of ice.
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Cubes are stored too long. Throw them away and make a
new supply.
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Foods in freezer are not wrapped properly. See “Food
Storage Guide” on pages
18
and
19.
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Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See pages 14
and
15.
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