this ice maker builds a yellowish mass and have to be cleaning the inside. I guess I have to buy a water calcium filter, which one should I buy?
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I have no problem with this on my ice machine. I have an in line pre filter that takes all the impurities out of the water before it reaches the ice machine. Any inline water filter from your local hardware store should do the trick.
566026
Is this a new machine? It sounds like there may be something wrong with it. If new, maybe you should return it and get another. What kind of salt are you using? I've never had this problem so can't really offer any kind of solution. My machine is still keeping the water clear and fresh. I use Morton Pool Salt sold at Walmart.
2269556
Assuming you don't have a problem with the water supply to the refrigerator and the filter is clean, the water line is probably frozen. It runs behind the ice maker mechanism and that section is known to ice up. It's a known issue and part of the myriad of issues with this unit that go wrong.
602326
I'm having the same issue with the plastic version. I may switch to the ceramic option to see if that helps. The constant clogging is highly irritating.
228958
I live in an area that has high deposits of Calcium gypsum and who knows what all, and as of yet the only mineral deposits I have seen were in the filter when I change them. However, water jar that the Little rattles go into have shown no signs of build up. I Have been using our humidifier since the end of March of this year. So it appears it might be blocking some of the minerals in the water. I hope this helps. I marked I don't know. Good luck.
934095
The electric valve that controls water level in ice maker put too much water in the tray which made it too hard to turn the prongs that dump the ice. I replaced that valve and that cured the problem.
571475
Turn the machine off and unplug it from the power outlet. Allow it to sit and hour or two unplugged, and then empty out all water you may have put in the machine. Put new water into the reservoir making certain you do not fill it above the maximum fill line. Distilled water is best, and will save you time down the road from having to clean off excessive mineral deposits from the freezing elements, but at minimum use good filtered water and not the junk that comes straight from the faucet. Next, plug the machine back in and press the power button. Do not attempt to set the clock or the timer. Ignore those buttons completely. Select your ice size (it really doesn't matter which one you choose just to test the machine - any size will do.) You should almost immediately hear the machine pumping water from the reservoir into the freezing chamber. It will sound like water quietly trickling and lasts a couple of seconds. If you hear that, you know the pump is working. You should also hear the compressor kick on after the water has been pumped into the freezing chamber, and if you place your hand next to the the exhaust port you ought to begin feeling slightly warmed air blowing out. Within 10 to 12 minutes your first batch of ice will be done. You hear very audibly when the machine slides the ice off the freezing elements and they tumble onto a temporary holding platform. Then you will hear the ice being raised up on the platform and pushed off of it down into the catch basket. The clattering of the ice is unmistakable. If these things do not happen within 12 to 15 minutes of when you turned the power on, something is not right with the machine. You'll most likely need to notify Amazon and have it replaced.
794745
Im really not sure of the answer...however, I did use mine from last summer at the beginning of the season with no problems. I even used the calcium water that had stayed in the fridge all winter. No issues.
387520
Minerals from tap water cause the white film. Just use distilled water instead.
2234236
I noticed what the other commenters said about him never having to clean his icemaker but it all depends on your water source. All water has some kind of minerals in it and the only way to not have water problems is to use distilled water. So the icemaker will get gummed up with bacteria/slime, so you do need to clean it periodically.
1566722
Have you cleaned it? Are you using the filter they recommend you use with it? These things make a difference...I use mine in our office...we are in very dry weather so I really need it in the winter with central heating...
150303
I haven't had that issue but I think I still can help. Your fridge should have an indicator when the filter needs to be changed, BUT if it doesn't, then on average, every 3 to 4 months is what I use for a guide. However, I HAVE discovered that there are times when the water speed is very slow, & not strong, however even though the indicator isn't showing the need for a change, if I change the filter the flow is perfect again. So, I reckon you should try changing it if it's been about 3 - 4 mos. If that doesn't help the ice poduction for you, I'd check with the manufacturer. Guess they just don't make 'em like they used to. Hope that helped you.
205554
Yes, and you will continue to see this. It's the minerals from your water. You have to clean and descale it regularly, using either vinegar or citric acid. A tablespoon or two of vinegar in your water when it begins to get flaky or when the sides of the unit begin to look frosted. Run the unit through a cycle, drain it, then run at least two more loads of just water through it. Should remove all the scale. I usually do this about once every two months. Also the little filter on the floor of the inside of the unit, the steel mesh one, comes off and should be scrubbed with a toothbrush or something similar to unclog it.
900024
Wow, mine has never gotten moldy, so the only thing that I can suggest is that you make sure you pour all the excess ice and water out and make sure that it is dry. I don't use mine every day so I don't know how much extra work that will add to your usage. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
879923
make sure the intake is clear. mine gets algae and 'junk' in it and it need cleaning regularly.
321162
Try removing the mineral stones on the bottom. Clean the container and rinse the 5 stage filter. Refill. Should be fine
960636
I reviewed the other answers, they are spot on, my only other advice is to make sure your water is very cold and add an additive to take out hard water minerals if you aren't using filtered water.