In some areas, the water supply to the ice maker
will contain a high concentration of minerals, and
that will result in an evaporator and auger
becoming coated with these minerals, requiring a
more frequent removal than twice per year. If in
doubt about the condition of the evaporator and
auger, the auger can be removed so the parts can
be inspected.
Note: Water filters can filter out suspended solids,
but not dissolved solids. ‘‘Soft’’ water may not be
the complete answer. Check with a water
treatment specialist regarding water treatment.
For more information on removal of these
parts, see REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT.
Turn off the water supply.
1. To remove the auger, remove the front and top
panels.
2. Push back bail clamp holding ice chute cover to
ice chute, and remove cover.
3. Unscrew and remove ice sweep.
4. Loosen band clamp under ice chute, and
remove ice chute from evaporator.
5. Remove 4 allen screws holding breaker to
evaporator.
6. Drain the evaporator by lowering and uncapping
the evaporator drain hose.
7. Pull up to remove auger.
After the auger has been removed, allow the auger
to dry: if the auger is not bright and shiny, it must
be cleaned.
Clean the auger and evaporator as required. DO
NOT HONE THE EVAPORATOR.
8. Replace the water seal.
9. Reverse to reassemble.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING: Auger
ALLEN
SCREWS
BREAKER &
BEARING &
AUGER
ASSEMBLY
The auger has sharp
edges, handle with care.
Electrical shock hazard.
Electrical shock can cause
personal injury.
Disconnect power before
beginning to service
components.
NME950 & FME1200
January 1995
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