Summit Biological Contamination

Ice maker interior or bin has visible mold, slime, or algae.

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Possible Causes

Infrequent cleaning, Warm stagnant water in reservoir, Contaminated water supply, Poor drainage

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit and shut off water. Wear gloves when cleaning heavy contamination.

Deep cleaning:

  • Discard all ice and remove the bin if possible.
  • Scrub interior surfaces, bin, and reservoir with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, followed by a sanitizing solution approved for food-contact surfaces.
  • Clean or replace the water filter if equipped.
  • Ensure the drain line is clear so water does not stagnate.

Reassemble, run a cleaning cycle with ice machine cleaner, then discard the first batches of ice.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Water Filter Cartridge
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