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Ikea Refrigerator ice is dirty
If your Ikea refrigerator is producing discolored or dirty ice, start by treating the water tubing to the icemaker as the likely culprit. Water supply tubes that sit unused or get disconnected can stain and leach material into the ice, so replacing the tubing is often the simplest fix. Next check the ice maker assembly and tray; a worn or corroded coating can flake into the cubes and make the ice look dirty. Less commonly, dirty municipal water from a flushed fire hydrant or a broken main can temporarily discolor ice, so run a faucet until the water clears and discard old ice. Finally, residue from an old water filter can send particles into the icemaker, so replace the filter every six months if you suspect that. These problems can look like an ice maker not working properly even though it still makes cubes, and they’re fixable with the right parts. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement water tubing, icemaker assembly, or filter that fits your refrigerator.
01 - Ikea 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 - Ikea 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.
Highly Likely
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.
Less Common
04 - Ikea 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.
Uncommon But Possible
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