Arktic Contaminated Water Path or Bin

Ice has a bad taste or odor

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Possible Causes

Dirty water reservoir, Mold or biofilm in bin, Old or saturated water filter, Contaminated water supply

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Disconnect power and follow chemical safety instructions.

Steps:

  • Discard ice: Empty the bin completely.
  • Clean interior: Wash the bin, reservoir, and accessible water-contact surfaces with warm water and mild detergent, then rinse.
  • Sanitize: Run a full sanitize cycle with Arktic-approved sanitizer.
  • Replace filter: Install a new water filter cartridge.
  • Check supply: If odor persists, test the household water supply for taste and odor issues.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Water Filter Cartridge
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