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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