Ice maker care, Warning, Cleaning – Jenn-Air W10136129C User Manual

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Service

The service light indicates when service is needed. If the service
light turns on, turn the ice maker off and back on. If the service
light turns on again, call for service.

Clean/Reset

The Cleaning/Reset Status light will help you know when it is time
to clean your ice maker. The light will change to yellow. This tells
you it is almost time to clean your ice maker. It is recommended
that you clean the ice maker when the status light changes to red
OR ice production decreases significantly. To clean your ice
maker, see “Ice Maker System” in the “Cleaning” section.

ICE MAKER CARE

Cleaning

The ice making system and the air cooled condenser need to be
cleaned regularly for the ice maker to operate at peak efficiency
and to avoid premature failure of system components. See the
“Ice Maker System” and the “Condenser” sections.

Exterior Surfaces

Wash the exterior enamel surfaces and gaskets with warm water
and mild soap or detergent. Wipe and dry. Regular use of a good
household appliance cleaner and wax will help maintain the
finish. Do not use abrasive cleaners on enamel surfaces as they
may scratch the finish.

For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a clean sponge or
soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use
abrasive or harsh cleaners. Do not use chlorine bleach on the
stainless steel surfaces.

Ice Maker System

Minerals that are removed from water during the freezing cycle
will eventually form a hard scaly deposit in the water system.
Cleaning the system regularly helps remove the mineral scale
buildup. How often you need to clean the system depends upon
how hard your water is. With hard water of 15 to 20 grains/gal.
(4 to 5 grains/liter), you may need to clean the system as often as
every 6 months.

NOTE: Use one 16 oz (473 mL) bottle of approved ice maker
cleaner. To order, call 1-800-JENNAIR and ask for Part Number
4396808. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.

1. Press and hold the selector switch to OFF.

2. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the ice to fall into the storage bin.

Remove all ice from the storage bin.

3. Unscrew the drain cap from the bottom of the water pan

located inside the storage bin as shown. Allow the water to
drain completely.

4. Replace the drain cap securely on the water pan. If the drain

cap is loose, water will empty from the water pan and you will
have either thin ice or no ice.

5. Read and follow all handling information on the cleaner bottle

before completing the steps below. Use one 16 oz (473 mL)
bottle of approved ice maker cleaner.

6. Pour one bottle of solution into the water pan. Fill the bottle

twice with tap water and pour it into the water pan.

7. Press and hold the CLEAN button. See “Using the Controls.”

The light will blink, indicating that the cleaning cycle is in
process. When the indicator light turns green (approximately
70 minutes), the cleaning cycle is complete. During the
cleaning cycle, the system will both clean and rinse itself.

8. After the cleaning cycle is complete, remove the drain cap

from the water pan. Look for any cleaning solution left in the
water pan. If cleaning solution drains from the water pan, you
should run the clean cycle again. Be sure to replace the drain
cap securely on the water pan. If the drain cap is loose, water
will empty from the water pan and you will have either thin ice
or no ice.

NOTE: Severe scale buildup may require repeated cleaning with
a fresh quantity of cleaning solution.

9. Push the selector switch to ON to resume ice production.

Condenser

A dirty or clogged condenser:

Obstructs proper airflow.

Reduces ice making capacity.

Causes higher than recommended operating temperatures
which may lead to component failure.

1. Unplug ice maker or disconnect power.

2. Remove the two screws in the lower access panel and the

two screws from the base grille area of the front panel
support.

A. Water pan
B. Water pan thumb screws

C. Drain cap

A
B

C

B

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before cleaning.

Replace all parts and panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

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