PROBLEMS AND PRECAUTIONS WITH THE FLEX TRAY ICE MAKER
When servicing the flex tray ice maker, there are several conditions the serviceperson should be aware of:
1. Before disconnecting the ice maker, turn the cabinet thermostat to the OFF position or unplug the appliance. This is done to prevent arcing at the terminal connector block.
2. If the ice maker should jam, it will prevent the defrost timer from operating.
3. The flex tray type of ice maker permits no adjustment of the water fill switch.
4. One of the most common problems is that the surface of the ice tray becomes rough because of mineral deposits in the water. This causes the ice cubes to stick in the tray and not be ejected. When ice cubes are not ejected, the tray becomes too full during the fill cycle and
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