Blomberg Contaminated Ice / Odor

Ice has a bad taste or odor, even though water supply tastes normal.

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Possible Causes

Dirty ice bin, Biofilm or scale in reservoir, Old ice stored too long, Plastic components absorbing odors from environment

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit and discard all ice before cleaning.

Steps:

  • 1. Clean bin: Wash the ice bin with warm water and mild dish soap. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
  • 2. Clean reservoir and water path: Run a cleaning cycle with a food-safe ice machine cleaner, following Blomberg's instructions. Rinse until no cleaner remains.
  • 3. Improve ventilation: Avoid storing strong-smelling chemicals or foods near the ice maker intake vents.
  • 4. Replace filter: If equipped, replace the water filter to improve taste.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Ice Bin
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