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LG Refrigerator ice is dirty
If your refrigerator ice maker is not working properly or is producing dirty, discolored ice, start with the water supply tube — stagnant or disconnected tubing that sits unused for six to twelve months is the most common cause and can stain or shed particles into the ice. Next check the ice maker tray; a worn or corroded coating can flake and leave bits in the cubes. Less commonly, dirty municipal water from a flushed hydrant or broken main can introduce sediment, so discard old ice and run a kitchen faucet until the water clears. Finally, residue from an old water filter can contaminate the supply, so replace filters every six months. Depending on the problem you may need a replacement water tubing, ice maker assembly, or filter — all available as ice maker repair parts at RepairClinic. Enter your refrigerator model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part that fits your LG unit and get back to clear, sanitary ice without guessing.
01 - LG Refrigerator Water Supply Tube
During normal use the water supply tubes will have water flowing through them keeping them clean. If the water supply gets disconnected or water is left in the tube and not used for 6 to 12 months, it can become discolored. If the water at the other faucets in the house is ok and you have replaced the water filter you may need to replace the water tubing to the ice maker to resolve the issue.
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02 - LG Refrigerator Ice Maker Assembly
If the icemaker tray has a coating, the coating may be wearing off. If you are getting pieces or chunks of material stuck in the ice, check the ice maker tray. If the coating on the tray is corroded and flaking off, replace the icemaker.
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03 - Dirty Water Supply
A fire hydrant that was flushed or a broken water main can cause dirty water to enter the home. Since the ice maker uses the same water supplied to the kitchen or bathroom faucets, dirty water can discolor the ice. Discard the old ice and run the water for awhile at the kitchen or bathroom faucet until the water clears up before having the ice maker make new ice.
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04 - LG Refrigerator Water Filter
If the ice being dispensed is dirty, it's possible that residue from an old water filter is getting into the water being supplied to the ice maker. Water filters should be replaced every six months for optimum water filtration.
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