ProfiCook Water Contamination / Internal Biofilm or Scale

Ice cubes have a bad taste or odor.

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Possible Causes

Dirty water reservoir, Mineral scale on evaporator, Bacterial growth in water circuit, Use of non-potable water

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before cleaning. Do not use harsh chemicals that are not food-safe.

  • Use fresh water: Always fill the reservoir with cold, potable water. Avoid distilled water if the manual advises against it.
  • Clean reservoir and bin: Wash the water tank and ice basket with warm water and mild dish soap. Rinse thoroughly.
  • Descale system: Fill the reservoir with a mixture of water and food-safe descaler or white vinegar (per manufacturer guidelines). Run a cleaning cycle if available, then discard all ice and rinse with two full tanks of clean water.
  • Dry between uses: If storing the unit, empty and dry the reservoir and bin to prevent odors.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Water Reservoir / Evaporator Surface
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