FRIGIDAIRE FPHG2399PF - Manual (Page 16)

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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.
AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER (
select models
)
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 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 FULL buckets of ice. It will take at
least two days to completely fill the bucket on regular ice
making mode or 1½ days on fast ice mode.
The ice maker produces approximately four 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.
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.
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.
• 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
Wire
Signal Arm