FRIGIDAIRE FGHN2844LF - Manual (Page 17)

IMPORTANT
Your ice maker is turned on at the factory
so it can work as soon as you install your
refrigerator. If you cannot connect a water
supply, lift the ice maker’s wire signal arm
to turn it off. Otherwise, the ice maker’s
fill valve may make a loud chattering noise
when it attempts to operate without water.
CAUTION
If the water supply to your refrigerator is
softened, be sure the softener is properly
maintained. Chemicals from a water softener
can damage the ice maker.
CAUTION
NEVER use an ice pick or similar sharp
instrument to break up the ice. This
could damage the ice bin and dispenser
mechanism.
To loosen stuck ice, use warm water.
Before replacing the ice bin, make sure it is
completely dry.
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Ice maker operation & care
After the refrigerator is installed properly, the
ice maker can produce ice within 24 hours. It
can completely fill an ice bin in about three (3)
days.
When using the ice maker for the first time and
in order for the ice maker to work properly, it is
necessary to clear air from water filter tubing.
Once ice maker begins making ice, allow the
bucket to fill completely, then discard the first
TWO (2) FULL buckets of ice. It will take at
least two (2) days to completely fill the bucket
on regular ice making mode or 1 1 /
2
days on
fast ice mode.
The ice maker produces approximately four
(4) pounds of ice every 24 hours depending on
usage conditions.
Turning the ice maker on and off
Ice production is controlled by lifting/lowering
the ice maker’s wire signal arm. To gain
access to the ice maker, pull the freezer drawer
out. Lift the wire signal arm to turn the ice
maker OFF and lower the wire signal arm to
turn it ON.
Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular
intervals, especially prior to vacation or moving.
1 Turn off the ice maker.
2 Remove the ice bin.
3 Empty and carefully clean the ice bin
with mild detergent. Do not use harsh or
abrasive cleaners. Rinse with clean water.
4 Allow the ice bin to dry completely before
replacing in the freezer.
5 Replace the ice bin. Turn the ice maker on.
Remove and empty the ice bin if:
• An extended power failure (one hour or
longer) causes ice cubes in the ice bin to
melt and freeze together.
Remove the ice bin and shake to loosen the
cubes or clean as explained above.
Ice maker tips
• If your refrigerator is not connected to a water
supply or the water supply is turned off, turn
off the ice maker by lifting wire signal arm.
ON
OFF
Wire
Signal Arm
AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER (
select models
)
• The following sounds are normal when the
ice maker is operating:
- Motor running
- Ice dropping into ice bin
- Water valve opening or closing
- Running water
• Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd
flavor. Empty the ice bin as explained below.
Quick Ice Function
Your refrigerator is equipped with a Quick Ice
Function, that increases ice production. This
function terminates automatically.
Cleaning the ice maker