Maytag MRT118FZEM - Manual (Page 16)

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The door is difficult to open
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
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Gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets and contact surfaces
with mild soap and warm water. Rinse and dry with soft cloth.
Temperature and Moisture
Temperature is too warm
■ New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for
the refrigerator to cool completely.
■ Door opened often or left open? Allows warm air to enter
refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep door
fully closed.
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Large load of food added? Allow several hours for
refrigerator to return to normal temperature.
■ Control(s) set correctly for the surrounding conditions?
Adjust the control(s) a setting colder. Check temperature in 24
hours. See “Using the Controls.”
There is interior moisture buildup
NOTE: Some moisture buildup is normal.
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Humid room? Contributes to moisture buildup.
■ Door opened often or left open? Allows humid air to enter
refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep door
fully closed.
Ice and Water
The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice
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Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply
shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water
supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.
■ Kink in the water source line? A kink in the line can reduce
water flow. Straighten the water source line.
■ Ice maker turned on? Make sure wire shutoff arm or switch
(depending on model) is in the ON position.
■ New installation? Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation
for ice production to begin. Allow 3 days to completely fill
the ice container.
■ Large amount of ice recently removed? Allow 24 hours for
ice maker to produce more ice.
■ Ice cube jammed in the ice maker ejector arm? Remove
ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil.
■ Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to
your cold water supply? This can decrease water pressure.
See “Water Supply Requirements.”
The ice cubes are hollow or small
NOTE: This is an indication of low water pressure.
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Water shutoff valve not fully open? Turn the water shutoff
valve fully open.
■ Kink in the water source line? A kink in the line can reduce
water flow. Straighten the water source line.
■ Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to
your cold water supply? This can decrease water pressure.
See “Water Supply Requirements.”
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Questions remain regarding water pressure? Call a
licensed, qualified plumber.
Off-taste, odor or gray color in the ice
■ New plumbing connections? New plumbing connections
can cause discolored or off-flavored ice.
■ Ice stored too long? Discard ice. Wash ice bin. Allow 24
hours for ice maker to make new ice.
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Odor transfer from food? Use airtight, moisture proof
packaging to store food.
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Are there minerals (such as sulfur) in the water? A water
filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.
ACCESSORIES
The following accessories are available for your refrigerator.
To order, contact us and ask for the Part Number.
In the U.S.A., visit
www.maytag.com/accessories or call
1-800-688-9900.
In Canada, visit
www.maytag.ca or call 1-800-807-6777.
affresh ® Stainless Steel Cleaner:
In U.S.A., order Part #W10355016
In Canada, order Part #W10355016B
affresh ® Stainless Steel Wipes:
In U.S.A., order Part #W10355049
In Canada, order Part #W10355049B
affresh ® Kitchen & Appliance Cleaner:
In U.S.A., order Part #W10355010
In Canada, order Part #W10355010B
Air Filter:
Order Part #W10311524
Reversibility Kit:
Order Part # W10395149