Magic Chef Mineral Scale Accumulation

Evaporator plate or interior surfaces show heavy white or green scale buildup.

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Possible Causes

Hard water supply, Infrequent cleaning, No water filtration, Use of unapproved cleaners

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit and shut off water before descaling. Use gloves and eye protection with chemicals.

  • Use approved cleaner: Prepare a Magic Chef‑approved ice machine descaling solution per instructions.
  • Run cleaning cycle: Follow the user manual to circulate the solution through the water system and over the evaporator.
  • Manual cleaning: Gently scrub stubborn deposits with a soft brush. Avoid scratching the evaporator surface.
  • Rinse thoroughly: Flush the system with clean water and discard several batches of ice before use.
  • Add filtration: Consider installing an inline water filter to reduce future scale buildup.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Descaling Solution (consumable)
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