Frigidaire
Off-Taste in Ice
Frigidaire ice maker ice tastes bad or has a chemical flavor
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Possible Causes
New plastic components off-gassing, Dirty water filter, Contaminated water supply, Residual cleaner not rinsed
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Use only food-safe cleaners and follow label directions.
Improve ice taste:
- If the unit is new, discard the first 3–5 batches of ice to flush the system.
- Replace the water filter if installed and older than 6 months.
- Perform a full cleaning and sanitizing cycle using Frigidaire-recommended cleaner, then rinse thoroughly.
- Check that no strong-smelling chemicals or foods are stored near the ice bin, as ice can absorb odors.
- If your tap water has a strong taste, consider using a better filtration system.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
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