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Ice or water has an
off-taste, odor,
or gray color
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New plumbing connections -
New plumbing connections can result in off-flavored or discolored ice or
water. This problem should go away over time.
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Ice has been stored too long -
Discard the ice and wash the ice bin. Allow 24 hours for the ice maker to
produce new ice.
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Odor has transferred from food -
Use airtight moisture-proof packaging to store food.
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Use of non-recommended water supply line -
Odors and tastes can transfer from certain materials
used in non-recommended water supply lines. Use only a recommended water supply line. See “Water
Supply Requirements.”
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There are minerals (such as sulfur) in the water -
A water filter may need to be installed in order to
remove the minerals.
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Water filter was recently installed or replaced -
Gray or dark discoloration in ice or water indicates
that the water filtration system needs additional flushing. See “Water and Ice Dispensers.”
Water dispenser
will not operate
properly
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Doors not closed completely -
Make sure both doors are firmly closed. (On some models, only the
freezer door must be closed in order to operate the dispenser.)
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Refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water supply shut-off valve is not fully
turned on -
Connect the refrigerator to a water supply and make sure the water shut-off valve is
fully open.
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Kink in the water source line -
A kink in the water line can reduce water flow to the dispenser.
Straighten the water line.
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Water pressure to the home is not at or above 35 psi (241 kPa) -
The water pressure to the home
affects the flow from the dispenser. See “Water Supply Requirements.”
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New installation -
After connecting the refrigerator to a water source, flush the water system.
See “Water and Ice Dispensers.”
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Water dispenser measured fill feature is not dispensing an accurate amount of water -
Calibrate
the water dispenser. See “Water and Ice Dispensers.”
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Dispenser is locked -
Unlock the dispenser. See “Water and Ice Dispensers.”
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Water filter is clogged or incorrectly installed -
Replace filter or reinstall it correctly. See “Water
Filtration System.”
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A reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply -
This can
decrease water pressure. See “Water Supply Requirements.”
NOTE:
If questions remain regarding water pressure, contact a licensed, qualified plumber.
Water is leaking or
dripping from the
dispenser
NOTE:
After dispensing, a few additional drops of water are normal.
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Glass was not held under the dispenser long enough -
Hold the glass under the dispenser for
2 to 3 seconds after releasing the dispenser pad/lever.
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New installation or water filter was recently installed or replaced -
Air in the water lines causes the
water dispenser to drip. Flush the water system to remove the air in the water lines. See “Water and Ice
Dispensers.”
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Residual ice in the dispenser chute is melting -
Make sure the ice chute is free of ice shavings or
pieces.
Water is leaking
from the back of the
refrigerator
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Water line connections are not fully tightened -
Make sure all connections are firmly tightened.
See “Connect Water Supply.”
Water from the
dispenser is
not cool enough
(on some models)
NOTE:
Water from the dispenser is chilled to 50°F (10°C).
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New installation -
Allow 24 hours after installation for the water supply to cool completely.
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Recently dispensed a large amount of water -
Allow 24 hours for the new water supply to cool
completely.
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Water has not been recently dispensed -
The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the first
glass of water dispensed.
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Refrigerator is not connected to a cold water pipe -
Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold
water pipe. See “Water Supply Requirements.”
ICE AND WATER
Possible Causes and/or Recommended Solutions
