If your refrigerator has a built-in ice maker, you probably use it frequently.
To get the inside scoop on ice maker upkeep, we spoke to Glenn Lewis of Mr. Appliance.
Glenn Lewisis the president of Mr. Appliance, a Neighborly company that helps customers with appliance maintenance and upkeep.
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Contrary to popular belief, changing the filter is just the beginning of the cleaning process.
Allow the ice to sit until the last batch is complete, and then remove it before cleaning.
KitchenAid suggests unplugging the fridgefor this part.
After everythings shut off, take out any removable parts.
Then, wipe out the ice maker mold with a mild food-grade cleaner and disinfectant.
Use a toothbrush (one not used for brushing teeth!)
or a small scrub brush to access any hard-to-reach areas.
Youll have to wait a bit before you might use the ice maker again, though.
Lewis suggests letting it cycle through two batches of ice and disposing of the products.
That ensures that any disinfectant or solution remaining inside the machine after cleaning is flushed out.
I think its a good idea to clean the whole refrigerator before you put it into use.
And dont forget to dispose of the first two batches of ice the refrigerator makes.
There are real risks to leaving your ice maker without a clean, both to you and your fridge.
Neglecting this task may leave your ice with a slightly off smell.
So you should tackle this chore to keep you and your family healthy.
It contains all the ins, outs, and specifics of your model.
These days, many different makes are available, from smart fridges to open-face freezers.
