Balay Contaminated Water or Internal Surfaces

Ice has a bad taste or odor.

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Possible Causes

Old or dirty water filter, Biofilm or scale in reservoir, Stagnant water from infrequent use, Contaminated supply water

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power and water before deep cleaning.

  • Replace filter: If fitted, replace the Balay water filter cartridge according to the schedule or sooner if taste issues occur.
  • Run cleaning cycle: Use a Balay-approved ice maker cleaner and follow the manual to clean the reservoir, evaporator, and water lines.
  • Flush system: After cleaning, discard the first 2–3 batches of ice to remove any residual cleaner.
  • Check supply: If taste persists, test the household water quality and consider an external filtration system.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Water Filter Cartridge
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