Camry
Contaminated Water Path
Ice has a bad taste or odor (chemical, plastic, or musty).
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Possible Causes
Dirty water reservoir, Biofilm in water lines, Old standing water, Contaminated inlet water supply
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the unit and drain all water before cleaning. Use only food‑safe cleaners.
- Discard old ice: Empty the ice bin completely.
- Clean reservoir and bin: Wash with warm water and mild dish soap, then rinse thoroughly.
- Descale system: Run a cleaning cycle with a Camry‑approved ice maker cleaner or food‑grade citric acid, following the manual.
- Flush with fresh water: Rinse the system by running at least one full cycle and discarding the first batch of ice.
- Check water source: If taste persists, test the household water or use a filtered supply.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
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