Zanussi
Lack of Sanitation / Heavy Scale Buildup
Ice maker interior or ice bin has visible mold, slime, or heavy scale deposits.
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Possible Causes
Infrequent cleaning, Hard water supply, Warm ambient conditions promoting biofilm growth, Clogged filters not replaced
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the unit and shut off water. Wear gloves and eye protection when using cleaners.
- Remove ice: Discard all ice and remove the bin for thorough cleaning.
- Use approved cleaner: Clean the reservoir, bin, and accessible water-contact surfaces with a Zanussi-approved ice machine cleaner and sanitizer. Follow dilution and contact time instructions.
- Descale evaporator: Circulate descaling solution through the water system if the manual provides a procedure, then flush thoroughly with clean water.
- Replace filters: Install new water filter cartridges to reduce future scale and contamination.
- Establish schedule: Clean and sanitize the ice maker at the interval recommended by Zanussi, or more often in hard water areas.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Water Filter Cartridge / Ice Bin (Zanussi Ice Maker)
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