If your Inglis refrigerator is producing discolored, gritty, or flaking ice, start with the simplest checks because most causes are straightforward to fix. The top culprit is the water supply tube: tubing that’s been disconnected or left full of standing water for months can become discolored or shed material into the ice, so replacing the tube to the ice maker often clears the problem. Next most likely is a corroded icemaker tray coating that’s flaking off; if you find bits of coating in the ice, replace the ice maker assembly. Less commonly, dirty municipal water from a flushed hydrant or a broken main can cloud ice temporarily; discard the old ice and run a faucet until the water runs clear. Finally, residue from an old water filter can contaminate ice, so replace filters every six months. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement water tube, ice maker assembly, or filter for your specific refrigerator and get the part you need to fix it.
01 - Inglis 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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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.
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 - Inglis 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.