Insignia
High Mineral Content or Scale Shedding
Ice maker produces cloudy ice with white flakes or particles inside.
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Possible Causes
Hard water mineral deposits, Flaking scale from evaporator, Infrequent cleaning, Use of unfiltered tap water
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the unit before descaling.
- Descale system: Run a cleaning cycle with a 1:1 vinegar and water solution or an Insignia-approved descaler, following the manual.
- Clean evaporator thoroughly: Wipe the metal surfaces to remove loose scale, then rinse with clean water.
- Switch to filtered water: Use filtered or bottled water with lower mineral content to reduce future buildup.
- Regular maintenance: Schedule cleaning every 1–2 months in hard water areas to prevent heavy scale formation.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
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