Electrolux
Contaminated Water Path or Storage Bin
Ice from the Electrolux ice maker has a bad taste or odor.
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Possible Causes
Dirty ice bin, Biofilm in water reservoir, Old or saturated water filter, Contaminated water supply
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety First: Unplug the unit and shut off water before cleaning. Do not mix cleaning chemicals.
- Empty and clean bin: Discard all ice. Wash the bin with warm water and mild detergent, then rinse and dry thoroughly.
- Clean water system: Use an Electrolux-approved ice machine cleaner to descale the reservoir, evaporator plate, and water lines following the product instructions.
- Replace water filter: Install a new OEM filter to remove taste and odor contaminants.
- Flush system: Run at least one full ice production cycle and discard the first batch of ice before regular use.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
Required Part
Water Filter / Ice Bin
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