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Caution:
Please read our safety
information before attempting any testing or repairs.
Before disconnecting the water line, unplug the
refrigerator to avoid an electrical shock hazard.
The
supply line runs from the water source, usually under the kitchen
sink, to the water inlet valve. Another line runs from the inlet
valve to the ice maker. Lets first flush the line from the water
source.
Start
by turning off the water at the source. Disconnect the supply
line from the inlet valve and place it into a bucket.
Turn
on the water supply and flush out the supply line. After thoroughly
flushing the line, turn off the water and replace the supply line
onto the inlet valve.
Next
disconnect the other line(s) from the inlet valve and allow the
water to drain into the bucket. Follow the line up the back of
the freezer and remove any fasteners holding the line in place.
Next disconnect the line from the connector that leads into the
freezer.
Place
the tubing in your sink and squeeze a few drops of liquid dish
soap into the tube. Hold one end of the tube under warm running
water and allow the other end to drain into the sink. Allow the
water to flow through the tube until no more soap bubbles appear.
You may wish to repeat this step. Alternatively, you can inexpensively
replace the tubing if it does not come clean. Be
sure to use a "food grade" quality of tubing suitable
for transporting potable water.
Reconnect
the supply line to the valve and turn the water back on. Check
for leaks before moving the freezer back into place.
It may take a couple batches of ice before any effect can be tasted.
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